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Mar 28
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G smartphone review – Important updates for the affordable phone

80% Samsung Galaxy A15 5G smartphone review – Important updates for the affordable phone

Compact lighthouse. If you are looking for an affordable smartphone with 5G capabilities, then you may have encountered the Galaxy A15 5G. Samsung has tried to keep its phone up-to-date by giving it lots of new features. Has this been a success or has not much changed compared to the competition? Read our review to find out.
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 6.50" | 200 g
Florian Schmitt, 28 Mar 2024 16:28
Gigabyte G6X 9KG in review

83% Gigabyte G6X 9KG (2024) review: Affordable gaming notebook with RTX 4060

Coherent. Gigabyte's gaming notebook offers plenty of performance with a Core i7-13650HX and GeForce RTX 4060 combination along with decent accompanying hardware that includes 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD, and a 165 Hz 16:10 panel. Our tested configuration retails at around €1,350.
Intel Core i7-13650HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.6 kg
Sascha Mölck, 28 Mar 2024 16:26
Mar 27
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 16 (2024) review: Cream of the crop amongst RTX 4080 laptops

90% Lenovo Legion Pro 7 16 (2024) review: Cream of the crop amongst RTX 4080 laptops

Full throttle. Power is something the 16-inch laptop doesn’t lack: the GeForce RTX 4080 and Core i9-14900HX achieved their new best results in some of our tests. The rest of the specs are likewise compelling: 32 GB of RAM, Thunderbolt 4, a bright QHD display (Dolby Vision, G-Sync, 240Hz, DCI-P3 coverage). Is this the perfect laptop for gamers and creators?
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.7 kg
Sascha Mölck, 27 Mar 2024 20:20
Dragon's Dogma 2 review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Dragon's Dogma 2 review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Mixed performance. Dragon's Dogma 2 may be good in terms of gameplay but from a technical standpoint, it still appears to be half-baked in its current state. Nevertheless, we battled our way through the role-playing game with the help of several graphics cards.
Florian Glaser, 27 Mar 2024 01:01
Mar 26
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7440 laptop review: Dropping GeForce RTX for integrated Intel Arc

85% Dell Inspiron 14 Plus 7440 laptop review: Dropping GeForce RTX for integrated Intel Arc

Core Ultra with 2.2K display for under $1000. The latest Inspiron 14 Plus ships with the latest Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU and a high resolution IPS display for a decent price. However, discrete GPU options have been removed which puts all the pressure on integrated Arc 8 to do the heavy lifting.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Cores iGPU | 14.00" | 1.6 kg
Allen Ngo, 26 Mar 2024 20:24
Acebeams E75 with accessories. (Photo: Andreas Sebayang/Notebookcheck.com)

Acebeam E75 hands-on: Powerful but heavy EDC flashlight

With the E75, Acebeam has brought a powerful EDC flashlight onto the market. With its four LEDs, it can be very bright, but it is also unusually heavy, and the turbo mode is not for everyone.
Andreas Sebayang, 26 Mar 2024 20:01
Asus Expertbook B5 Flip B5402F review: The business convertible allrounder

89% Asus Expertbook B5 Flip B5402F review - A great convertible with a catch

Great convertible with varied connectivity options. Asus has updated its Expertbook B5 Flip, equipping it with a new 13th-gen Intel processor. While its flexibility and build are just as good as its predecessor, the convertible has been given a big performance boost—plus, it now boasts better connectivity options.
Intel Core i7-1360P | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 14.00" | 1.4 kg
Philip Macdonald, 26 Mar 2024 18:32
Mar 25
Horizon Forbidden West tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Horizon Forbidden West tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Showpiece game. Nearly four years after the release of Horizon Zero Dawn, the highly promising sequel Horizon Forbidden West has now arrived on the PC. The action RPG has quite a bit to offer not only content-wise but also graphically. In this review, we’ll check out what the hardware requirements are for the game.
Florian Glaser, 25 Mar 2024 13:29
Mar 24
Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Smartphone Review – An economical rugged phone with a removable battery

79% Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Smartphone Review – An economical rugged phone with a removable battery

Tuned down. The Galaxy XCover 7 is more affordable but also has lower-end specifications than the last XCover. It has the basics: a protected chassis, a removable battery and 5G. But users have to make do with less performance. Can this be a good thing? Or may Samsung have cut the wrong corners on this phone?
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 6.60" | 240 g
Florian Schmitt, 24 Mar 2024 14:47
Alone in the Dark (2024) in review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Alone in the Dark (2024) in review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Fickle technology. Reboots, remasters, and remakes of popular game series are currently in high demand. The remake of Alone in the Dark has now been added to the long list. What about the hardware requirements and graphics in the horror adventure?
Florian Glaser, 24 Mar 2024 11:50
Honor Magic6 Pro review - The smartphone with magical battery life

91% Honor Magic6 Pro review - The smartphone with magical battery life

Magical high-end alternative. The Honor Magic6 Pro is the manufacturer's premium smartphone and offers a strong overall package in terms of performance, display, battery life and cameras. However, we did find a few small stumbling blocks on the way to happiness. Find out everything in the test.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 750 | 6.80" | 229 g
Daniel Schmidt, 24 Mar 2024 06:12
Mar 23
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 - An extremely slim 2-in-1 with the Core Ultra 5 and 120 Hz AMOLED

88% Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 - An extremely slim 2-in-1 with the Core Ultra 5 and 120 Hz AMOLED

Now with Meteor Lake. Samsung has equipped its Galaxy Book4 models with Intel's new Meteor Lake processors and the 16-inch, 2-in-1 Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 offers the Intel Core Ultra 5 paired with a high-resolution 120 Hz AMOLED display.
Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | Intel Arc 7-Cores iGPU | 16.00" | 1.7 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 23 Mar 2024 12:40
Asus BR1402FG - Particularly robust convertible for students

80% Asus BR1402FG student laptop review: Robust for everyday use

Convertible with integrated pen for students. The new Asus BR1402FG is designed for robustness with scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass and US military standard MIL-STD 810H certification. Coupled with the 2-in-1 design and good repairability, this notebook is the ideal companion for everyday school life.
Intel Core i3-N305 | Intel UHD Graphics 32EUs (Alder Lake) | 14.00" | 1.7 kg
Philip Macdonald, 23 Mar 2024 11:52
PVY Z20 Plus review: An inexpensive and powerful e-bike with great features bar one major flaw

PVY Z20 Plus review: An inexpensive and powerful e-bike with great features bar one major flaw

Powerful fully-equipped off-road bike. The Z20 Plus is PVY's new foldable bike which is also supposed to be suitable for off-road use. We observed: The model is comfortable to ride, but it could run into some legal issues depending on where you are based. Update: Do not purchase PVY bicycles. They are not EN 15194-compliant and thus not legal to ride in the EU. Returning one will be difficult to do, too.
Silvio Werner, 23 Mar 2024 11:33
PVY Z20 Pro review: Convincing, extremely affordable and foldable e-bike with potential for improvement

PVY Z20 Pro review: Convincing, extremely affordable and foldable e-bike with potential for improvement

Very cheap and well equipped. With the Z20 Pro, the manufacturer PVY offers a new foldable bike with an electric motor at a really competitive price. Our everyday test shows that the manufacturer delivers a strong overall package, but the low price requires compromises in several areas. Update: Do not purchase PVY bicycles. They are not EN 15194-compliant and thus not legal to ride in the EU. Returning one will be difficult to do, too.
Silvio Werner, 23 Mar 2024 11:20
Honor Pad 9 Tablet review

85% Honor Pad 9 review - Large tablet with exceptional display and fantastic sound at a low price

Small price, large display. In addition to the large screen and a refresh rate of 120 Hz, the 12.1-inch Honor Pad 9 offers great sound with its eight speakers. With pen support and an optional keyboard cover, the mid-range tablet also scores highly in productivity.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Adreno 710 | 12.10" | 555 g
Marcus Herbrich, 23 Mar 2024 10:34
Mar 22
Alienware m18 R2 laptop review: Jumping from Core i9-13980HX to i9-14900HX

90% Alienware m18 R2 laptop review: Jumping from Core i9-13980HX to i9-14900HX

Sideways step for the series. It may be called the Alienware m18 R2, but it's more like the Alienware m18 R1.1. The CPU and GPU perform identically to last year's model for no major year-over-year improvements. Save yourself a few hundred dollars by opting for the m18 R1 version instead.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU | 18.00" | 4 kg
Allen Ngo, 22 Mar 2024 21:30
Cubot Tab 50 review – The speedy budget tablet with an LTE modem and a Full HD screen

81% Cubot Tab 50 review – The speedy budget tablet with an LTE modem and a Full HD screen

Lots of power and lots of storage. The Tab 50 is an affordable tablet with a fast SoC that can access the web via LTE. This promises a lot, but is the Cubot tablet truly a good purchase for all potential users?
Mediatek Helio G99 | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 10.40" | 455 g
Florian Schmitt, 22 Mar 2024 15:53
Mar 21
Sparkle Intel Arc A380 Elf desktop graphics card review - What can you expect from Intel's 129-Euro budget GPU?

Sparkle Intel Arc A380 Elf desktop graphics card review - What can you expect from Intel's 129-Euro budget GPU?

Affordable Intel GPU still too expensive? For those who dare to give Intel a chance as desktop GPU manufacturer, there is now the Intel Arc A380. For a relatively low purchase price, you get a small graphics card and 6 GB of VRAM, although you shouldn't expect too much in terms of gaming performance. We took a closer look at the performance of the affordable Intel graphics card, the Sparkle Arc A380 Elf, and analyzed it with numerous benchmarks.
Intel Core i9-14900K | Intel Arc A380 | 0.00" | 415 g
Sebastian Bade, 21 Mar 2024 23:34
The Baseus Blade 2 Powerbank has a flat case with a metal frame. (Image: Notebookcheck)

Baseus Blade 2 in a short review: Ultra-thin 65W power bank for Steam Deck, MacBook Pro and Co.

The Baseus Blade 2 power bank packs a 12,000 mAh battery, two USB-C ports, and 65 watts of charging power in a particularly thin, high-quality case. Our short review assesses the value of the expensive power bank and its ability to extend the battery life of smartphones, laptops, and gaming handhelds.
Hannes Brecher, 21 Mar 2024 18:43
Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 14AHP9 laptop review - The powerful ultraportable with Ryzen 8000 and 120-Hz OLED

88% Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 14AHP9 laptop review - The powerful ultraportable with Ryzen 8000 and 120-Hz OLED

The Ryzen 7 8845HS' premiere. The new Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 14 is a 14-inch laptop with a fast AMD Zen4 processor and a high-res 120 Hz 2.8K OLED screen. In addition, it features 32 GB RAM and USB 4.0 for a comparatively low price.
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 21 Mar 2024 18:01
Mar 20
Motorola Moto G34 5G smartphone review – The phone for money-savers who don't want to do without

82% Motorola Moto G34 5G smartphone review – The phone for money-savers who don't want to do without

Budget buddy. The Moto G34 will only set you back about US$220. In return, you get 5G, eSIM support, a 120-Hz display and quite a bit of power. Is this the perfect budget phone?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Adreno 619 | 6.50" | 179 g
Florian Schmitt, 20 Mar 2024 17:12
Minisforum Mercury Series EM780 review: Extremely compact mini-PC with AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB SSD

85% Minisforum Mercury Series EM780 review: Extremely compact mini-PC with AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB SSD

Small and mighty! The Mercury Series is Minisforum’s line of mini-PCs that are tiny and yet offer compelling performance. The latest model, known as the EM780, comes with an AMD Ryzen 7 7840U and is a solid performer despite its compact design. The mini-PC shines with its 32 GB of RAM and modern USB4 interfaces and is thus almost unrivalled. In this review, we’ll take a closer look at the performance of this pint-size device with the help of many measurements and benchmarks.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | AMD Radeon 780M | | 238 g
Sebastian Bade, 20 Mar 2024 16:45
Mar 19
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G

87% Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G review – A new mid-range top dog?

Plus points. A bright, curved display, a powerful 200-MP camera, great performance and 120-watt fast charging: With features like these, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ 5G aims to shake up the mid-range smartphone segment. The phone also comes with an IP68-certified glass case, WiFi 6 and eSIM support. Our review will show how the competition compares.
MediaTek Dimensity 7200-Ultra | ARM Mali-G610 MP4 | 6.67" | 204.5 g
Manuel Masiero, 19 Mar 2024 14:10
Mar 18
Eurocom Raptor X17 Core i9-14900HX laptop review: 175 W GPU for maximum performance

85% Eurocom Raptor X17 Core i9-14900HX laptop review: 175 W GPU for maximum performance

Ships with a PCIe5 NVMe SSD. Not much has changed with the Raptor X17 this year, but the model remains one of the few 17.3-inch gaming laptops with both 175 W GeForce RTX 4090 and PCIe5 NVMe SSD options.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU | 17.30" | 3.4 kg
Allen Ngo, 18 Mar 2024 18:47
Fitbit Charge 6 review

Fitbit Charge 6 review: Fitness tracker with ECG reveals strengths and weaknesses

Google Wearable. Google's new fitness tracker Fitbit Charge 6 comes with a number of improvements compared to the previous generation. In the test, the wearable with ECG app has to show how good it really is - and reveals not only strengths, but also some problems.
1.04" | 30 g
Marcus Schwarten, 18 Mar 2024 14:37
Mar 17
Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro review

82% Xiaomi Poco M6 Pro smartphone review - Affordable display king

Suddenly Pro. Xiaomi has turned its Poco M6 into a Pro model. This version includes a 120-Hz display and a triple camera. Furthermore, the smartphone features functions such as expandable storage, an audio jack and an infrared blaster. Our review will reveal where the manufacturer has made cuts.
Mediatek Helio G99 | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 6.67" | 181 g
Benedikt Winkel, 17 Mar 2024 20:08
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra review - A multimedia laptop with 120 Hz OLED & RTX 4050

90% Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra review - A multimedia laptop with 120 Hz OLED & RTX 4050

Samsung's answer to the MacBook Pro 16. The 16-inch Galaxy Book4 Ultra multimedia laptop is Samsung's answer to the Apple MacBook Pro 16. In addition to its 120 Hz high-resolution AMOLED panel, there is a current Core Ultra processor as well as a GeForce RTX 4050 laptop. However, the Ultra doesn't come cheap.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 17 Mar 2024 19:45
Mar 16
 (photo: Daniel Schmidt)

86% Samsung Galaxy S23 FE review - The smartphone as a fan service

Only for fans? After a year hiatus, Samsung revives its Fan Edition with the Galaxy S23 FE. Find out in our test how much of a fan service you will really get or whether it simply squeezes in between the midrange and high-end.
Samsung Exynos 2200 | Samsung Xclipse 920 | 6.40" | 209 g
Daniel Schmidt, 16 Mar 2024 19:30
The FlipGo. (Source: Notebookcheck)

JSAUX FlipGo hands-on and review

The FlipGo is JSAUX' new portable monitor - however, unlike many of its rivals, it is touted to deliver double the up-to-2.5K external display real estate to USB-C- or HDMI-enabled devices thanks to its dual-screen laptop-like for...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Mar 2024 17:55
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 G2 Laptop Review: Improved with 165 Hz screen & Nvidia RTX 2000 Ada

90% Lenovo ThinkPad P16 G2 Laptop Review: Improved with 165 Hz screen & Nvidia RTX 2000 Ada

Faster and Faster. The second generation of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 builds upon the strengths of the first model. The ThinkPad P16 G2 adds a fast 165 Hz screen and the Nvidia RTX 2000 Ada as well as Intel Raptor Lake HX into the mix, making it a strong contender in the workstation segment.
Intel Core i7-13700HX | NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 3 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 16 Mar 2024 12:39
Roborock Qrevo MaxV Test

Roborock Qrevo MaxV vacuum robot in review: Roborock now also rolls out the mop

The Qrevo MaxV is the latest robotic vacuum cleaner from Roborock and comes with exciting and extensive features at an attractive price. Our test report reveals how good the Roborock Qrevo MaxV really is and what sets it apart from the Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat and others.
Marcus Schwarten, 16 Mar 2024 03:42
Mar 15
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 14 laptop review: A successful allrounder with an OLED display

87% Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 14 laptop review: A successful allrounder with an OLED display

The Arc 7's debut. After previously testing numerous laptops featuring Intel's brand-new Arc 8 iGPU, now it is the slightly slimmed-down Arc 7's turn. The IdeaPad Slim 5 will also be put up against laptops based on the Radeon 780M. Who will reign supreme?
Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | Intel Arc 7-Cores iGPU | 14.00" | 1.4 kg
Florian Glaser, 15 Mar 2024 18:33
Mar 14
HP Spectre x360 16 convertible review: Now with 55 W GeForce RTX 4050 graphics

91% HP Spectre x360 16 convertible review: Now with 55 W GeForce RTX 4050 graphics

In need of more finetuning. The GeForce RTX 4050 GPU runs laps around the integrated Arc 8 configuration. However, CPU throttling bugs are holding back the dGPU configuration from being even better.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2 kg
Allen Ngo, 14 Mar 2024 20:36
Mar 13
Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G tablet review – Handy, robust and with removable battery

87% Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 5G tablet review – Handy, robust and with removable battery

Tough 8-inch tablet. The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active5 is a water- and dust-resistant tablet with physical buttons, cellular connectivity and a bundled S Pen. It is suitable for those who work in rough environments and need a reliable companion. Read our test to find out whether the compact, rugged tablet is a compelling option.
Samsung Exynos 1380 | ARM Mali-G68 MP5 | 8.00" | 433 g
Florian Schmitt, 13 Mar 2024 22:11
TeamGroup T-Create Classic PCIe Gen 4 SSD in review

TeamGroup T-Create Classic PCIe 4.0 Hands-on: Affordable and fast, mid-range internal NVMe SSD

For creative people, of course. We test a 2 TB internal SSD from Taiwanese manufacturer TeamGroup. TeamGroup pitches the T-Create Classic towards creative professionals and content creators. Or are these just marketing buzzwords because the drive is also suitable for other target groups. We evaluate how fast it is in our tests.
0.00"
Christian Hintze, 13 Mar 2024 15:33
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 14 G9 laptop review: New smaller size with integrated Co-Pilot key

88% Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 14 G9 laptop review: New smaller size with integrated Co-Pilot key

From 14.5-inches to 14.0-inches. If you're looking for a traditional clamshell laptop that just works, then the Yoga Slim 7 14 G9 might pique your interest. It offers OLED and the latest 1st gen Intel Core Ultra CPUs without any flashy design features to keep prices attractive.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Cores iGPU | 14.00" | 1.4 kg
Allen Ngo, 13 Mar 2024 00:42
Mar 12
ASRock Arc A580 Challenger OC desktop graphics card review - Intel's budget GPU for 1,080p gaming for under US$200

ASRock Arc A580 Challenger OC desktop graphics card review - Intel's budget GPU for 1,080p gaming for under US$200

Solid 1,080p graphics card. Intel's Arc A580 aims to be an affordable alternative to the Arc A700 GPUs. Of course, as a component occupying a price range below US$200, it doesn't offer quite as much performance. In this review, we will be taking a look at the Intel Arc A580's performance when running both current and older games using the ASRock Arc A580 Challenger OC as an example.
Intel Core i9-14900K | Intel Arc A580 | 0.00" | 807 g
Sebastian Bade, 12 Mar 2024 18:13
Mar 11
Timekettle Fluentalk T1 Mini translator hands-on: Better than Google Translate?

Timekettle Fluentalk T1 Mini translator hands-on: Better than Google Translate?

Dictionary in your pocket. The Fluentalk T1 Mini from Timekettle is a miniscule translator that offers real-time conversational translation and offline translation in 8 languages. The T1 Mini is small enough to fit fully in a palm, but the device doesn't have any features not already available in the myriad of translation apps for smartphones.
Sam Medley, 11 Mar 2024 22:52
Baseus 240 W hands-on: Universal GaN charger with display for up to 5 devices

Baseus 240 W hands-on: Universal GaN charger with display for up to 5 devices

One power brick for (almost) everything. Baseus offers a universal DC/USB power supply with a powerful 240W and display. The latter conveniently shows the consumption of each individual connected device as well as the total value. This comes at a price: you'll have to shell out around 190 euros! We use our measurement methodology to check whether the display information is correct, whether the Baseus USB power supply can even charge current gaming laptops, and where the limits of the device's load capacity with five outputs lie.
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Christian Hintze, 11 Mar 2024 20:43
Apple MacBook Air 15 M3 review - Apple’s large everyday MacBook gets a power up

92% Apple MacBook Air 15 M3 review - Apple’s large everyday MacBook gets a power up

Fast and expensive. Around 8 months after the launch of the MacBook Air 15, Apple has updated its large, everyday MacBook and, thanks to the new M3 processor, it performs even better than before. On top of that, the Wi-Fi performance has improved. The price, however, remains just as high.
Apple M3 | Apple M3 10-Core GPU | 15.60" | 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 11 Mar 2024 20:22
TerraMaster F4-424 Pro NAS

TerraMaster F4-424 Pro review: Alder Lake-N i3-N300, 32 GB RAM, 4 HDDs and 2 SSDs in the NAS

The F4-424 is one of the first NAS (Network Attached Storage) with Intel's latest Alder Lake-N SoC, 32GB RAM, and many interfaces. In the test, we look at the performance, noise, and power consumption of the newcomer.
Klaus Hinum, 11 Mar 2024 19:23
Acemagic S1 Mini-PC in review - Compact PC for home use with Intel N97, 512 GB storage and an integrated display

76% Acemagic S1 Mini-PC in review - Compact PC for home use with Intel N97, 512 GB storage and an integrated display

Mini-PC for office or streaming tasks! To stand out from the competition, Acemagic has installed a small screen in the front of the S1. However, the display is not a revolution, and for us, the performance in everyday use is much more important. In this test with numerous measurements and benchmarks, the Acemagic S1, equipped with the Intel N97, is indeed convincing.
Intel Processor N97 | Intel UHD Graphics 24EUs (Alder Lake-N) | | 450 g
Sebastian Bade, 11 Mar 2024 18:51
Oclean X Ultra WiFi Smart Sonic toothbrush review

Oclean X Ultra WiFi Smart Sonic toothbrush review: Xiaomi's Philips-Sonicare alternative with WLAN, AI & a touchscreen

Has Xiaomi revolutionized the toothbrush market? With its smart functions, WiFi access and artificial intelligence (AI), the Oclean X Ultra S aims to compete with flagship toothbrushes from established manufacturers such as the Oral B iO9 or Philips Sonicare Diamond Clean. We used the Oclean X Ultra in everyday life for four weeks ...
Marcus Herbrich, 11 Mar 2024 18:13
Vivo X100 Pro review - Impressive premium smartphone with Zeiss camera

89% Vivo X100 Pro review - Impressive premium smartphone with Zeiss camera

No small cores. The Vivo X100 Pro wants to score points in the test with its many high-end specifications, waterproof case, large battery, bright LTPO display, and first-class camera. Read the test to find out whether it succeeds and whether there is a downside.
MediaTek Dimensity 9300 | ARM Immortalis-G720 MP12 | 6.78" | 221 g
Daniel Schmidt, 11 Mar 2024 17:55
Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus smartphone review

90% Samsung Galaxy S24+ smartphone review: The big Galaxy S24 inches closer to the S24 Ultra

A plus for identity. This year's Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus gets to benefit from quite a few improvements, leading to it no longer just being a big Galaxy S24. Especially with regard to runtimes, the Plus model continues to show its strengths. In this review, you can read about how well the Galaxy S24+ did in our test.
Samsung Exynos 2400 | Samsung Xclipse 940 | 6.70" | 196 g
Marcus Herbrich, 11 Mar 2024 15:15
Mar 10
In the test: Oukitel BT20.

Oukitel BT20 Smartwatch review - Large display with an outdoor look

Watch SUV. With the BT20, Oukitel promises many functions at a low price. The smartwatch claims to have a large OLED panel, long battery life and can even measure blood pressure - for well under 100 Euros (~$66). Our test clarifies what it can really do and which promises are broken.
1.96" | 52 g
Benedikt Winkel, 10 Mar 2024 01:51
Mar 8
Oukitel OT8 review - Budget tablet with long battery life, LTE and plenty of space

81% Oukitel OT8 review - Budget tablet with long battery life, LTE and plenty of space

A lot on offer. Oukitel's OT8 proves that you can pack a lot of features into a tablet for less than 200 euros: It offers plenty of memory, Widevine L1, four speakers, can connect to the mobile network and hides a large battery behind the 11-inch display. If only the performance were better...
UNISOC T606 | ARM Mali-G57 MP1 | 11.00" | 515 g
Florian Schmitt, 08 Mar 2024 22:33
Geekom A7

83% Geekom A7 with 0.5l case in review: Premium mini-PC with AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS, 32 GB DDR5 RAM and 2 TB SSD

Simple elegance! Visually, the Geekom A7 impresses with its stylish design. A look at the datasheet also promises a lot because you can expect a lot from an AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS. As a result, and also thanks to the pricing, the Geekom A7 is aimed at the premium segment. We analyze whether the mini PC lives up to this claim in the test with numerous measurements and benchmarks.
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | AMD Radeon 780M | | 417 g
Sebastian Bade, 08 Mar 2024 21:16
Apple MacBook Air 13 M3 review - A lot faster and with Wi-Fi 6E

92% Apple MacBook Air 13 M3 review - A lot faster and with Wi-Fi 6E

The best subnotebook. Apple has updated its MacBook Air and thanks to its M3 SoC, the laptop's performance is now higher than ever before. Further improvements include its Wi-Fi 6E support and the ability to connect up to two external displays. Moreover, the blue Midnight color variant has been given a new coating to repel fingerprint marks.
Apple M3 | Apple M3 10-Core GPU | 13.60" | 1.2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 08 Mar 2024 18:51
Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 laptop review: Intel Arc confronts Radeon 780M

89% Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 laptop review: Intel Arc confronts Radeon 780M

Meteor Lake vs Zen 4. With the Core Ultra processors, Intel would finally like to catch up to AMD when it comes to iGPU performance. We have reviewed the Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 to see whether they can manage that. Will Intel's comeback be a success?
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Cores iGPU | 14.50" | 1.6 kg
Florian Glaser, 08 Mar 2024 18:44
Alienware m16 R2 laptop review: Big and risky changes

90% Alienware m16 R2 laptop review: Big and risky changes

Lighter and smaller, but at what cost? The Alienware m16 R2 is the first Alienware laptop in recent memory to drop the girthy thermal deck along the rear in favor of a smaller and lighter form factor. The end result is one of the most portable Alienware laptops ever created, but certain features have been omitted along the way.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 08 Mar 2024 18:35
MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo laptop review - Core Ultra 7 and OLED weighing under 1 kg

87% MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo laptop review - Core Ultra 7 and OLED weighing under 1 kg

Light as a feather with Wi-Fi 7. MSI's Prestige 13 AI Evo is an extremely compact and lightweight subnotebook featuring good connectivity options, an OLED panel and a Meteor Lake processor. When it comes to its performance, however, you may have to make a few compromises—plus, the laptop's fan has its work cut out for it.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Cores iGPU | 13.30" | 967 g
Andreas Osthoff, 08 Mar 2024 01:35
Mar 7
HP EliteBook 865 G10 laptop review - Capable business laptop ruined by Sure View

86% HP EliteBook 865 G10 laptop review - Capable business laptop ruined by Sure View

Surely better without Sure View. HP releases another EliteBook 865 business laptop with SmartCard and various security features and upgrades it with a Zen 4 processor. Read our in-depth review to find out what else is new.
AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 7940HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 16.00" | 1.9 kg
Christian Hintze, 07 Mar 2024 11:20
XFX Speedster MERC 310 Radeon RX 7900 XTX Black Edition

AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX with 24 GB VRAM review: Already available for less than 1000 Euros

AMD in a price war with Nvidia! The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX has been available on the store shelves for more than a year. Recently, its price was lowered to put some pressure on Nvidia with the start of its Super graphics cards. We use this occasion to take another look at the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX and evaluate its performance again. Is the AMD graphics card with 24 GB still worth it, or does Nvidia offer the better overall package? We find out in our test with numerous measurements and benchmarks.
Intel Core i9-14900K | AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX | 0.00" | 1.9 kg
Sebastian Bade, 07 Mar 2024 01:28
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: The ultimate smartphone becomes an AI smartphone

91% Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review: The ultimate smartphone becomes an AI smartphone

All just software? In our tests, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra not only impressed with its great hardware, but especially with its brand new AI functions, which can provide real added value in everyday life. But a lot has also changed on the hardware side of things.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy | Qualcomm Adreno 750 | 6.80" | 232 g
Daniel Schmidt, 07 Mar 2024 01:22
Mar 6
Ninkear A15 Plus laptop in review

84% Ninkear A15 Plus Laptop Review: Surprisingly good and affordable

Inexpensive or cheap? Our version of the Ninkear A15 Plus is available from various retailers for a good €500. In our test, the Ninkear A15 Plus in a light metal casing is clearly a top performer in terms of price/performance, although there are some compromises to be made in some areas compared to the other inexpensive devices with an AMD Ryzen 7.
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (Ryzen 4000/5000) | 15.60" | 1.8 kg
Marc Herter, 06 Mar 2024 14:38
Samsung Galaxy S24 smartphone review

90% Samsung Galaxy S24 review - The best small Android smartphone gets cheaper but not better

Once again, an Exynos problem? In our review, the compact and easy-to-handle Samsung Galaxy S24 does a lot right and is even cheaper than the Galaxy S23. However, with the Exynos 2400, the Galaxy handset has something to prove in terms of efficiency and gaming. Read on to find out where we reckon the Galaxy S24 can still improve. Update: We're still covering the “banana gate” in the camera area.
Samsung Exynos 2400 | Samsung Xclipse 940 | 6.20" | 167 g
Marcus Herbrich, 06 Mar 2024 07:58
HP Omen Transcend 14 laptop review: Razer Blade alternative worth considering

89% HP Omen Transcend 14 laptop review: Razer Blade alternative worth considering

50 to 65 W GeForce RTX graphics. The list of 14-inch gaming laptops is growing now with the addition of the HP Omen Transcend 14. It may not be as well-known as the popular Razer Blade 14 or Asus Zephyrus G14, but it has enough tricks up its sleeve to be a worthy contender.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 14.00" | 1.6 kg
Allen Ngo, 06 Mar 2024 03:24
Mar 5
Xiaomi Redmi 13C smartphone review – A fresh design and lots of storage on this inexpensive phone

78% Xiaomi Redmi 13C smartphone review – A fresh design and lots of storage on this inexpensive phone

Back to its old size? After the Redmi 12C appearing a bit outdated in certain areas, the current Xiaomi Redmi 13C aims to re-take the throne amongst affordable smartphones. Including: Quite a bit of power, lots of storage and a 90-Hz screen. Is this enough for a successful comeback?
Mediatek Helio G85 | ARM Mali-G52 MP2 | 6.74" | 192 g
Florian Schmitt, 05 Mar 2024 14:05
Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro

86% Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro review - One of the best smartphones for less than 400 Euros

Rocket. The powerful Xiaomi Poco X6 Pro shows that you don't have to accept any performance compromises in a mid-range smartphone. In our test, the Android 14 smartphone reveals a brute performance that is otherwise only seen in expensive high-end devices. Despite that, the price point is low, as is typical for the Poco brand, officially starting from 350 Euros (~$380).
MediaTek Dimensity 8300-Ultra | ARM Mali-G615 MP6 | 6.67" | 186 g
Manuel Masiero, 05 Mar 2024 02:24
Mar 4
Last Epoch review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Last Epoch review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

A competitor to Diablo 4. After Palworld, Enshrouded and Helldivers 2, it is now time for another game to steal the hearts of the Steam community. We have tested whether the action-role-playing game requires a powerful computer or not.
Florian Glaser, 04 Mar 2024 13:52
Mar 2
Honor MagicBook Pro 16 2024 - A multimedia laptop with a 165 Hz IPS panel and RTX 4060

90% Honor MagicBook Pro 16 2024 - A multimedia laptop with a 165 Hz IPS panel and RTX 4060

115-watt RTX 4060 & Advanced Optimus. Up to now, the MagicBook Pro 16 was known for being a multimedia computer, however, with its new 2024 version, Honor is bringing a powerful multimedia/gaming laptop to the marketplace. The device dazzles with features such as a 165 Hz IPS panel as well as Advanced Optimus. In our review, the computer impressed us, especially with its good cooling.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 1.9 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 02 Mar 2024 18:42
Acer Predator Helios 18 2024 laptop review: New hardware for the 18-inch gamer

87% Acer Predator Helios 18 2024 laptop review: New hardware for the 18-inch gamer

On the Mini-LED train. 18-inch laptops are slowly but surely becoming less of a niche product. Alongside MSI, Asus and Alienware, Acer also has suitable products on offer. We have put the latest version of the Predator Helios 18 through its paces.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU | 18.00" | 3.3 kg
Florian Glaser, 02 Mar 2024 13:37
MSI MAG 274UPF 4K 144 Hz gaming monitor in review

MSI MAG 274UPF Gaming Monitor Review: 4K 144 Hz sweet spot that ticks most boxes for gaming and content creation

MAG-nificent in many ways. The MSI MAG 274UPF aims to adorn the desks of both gamers and content creators thanks to its 4K resolution, 144 Hz refresh rate, good IPS display quality, several QoL features, and a broad set of connectivity options including USB Type-C for a US$400 asking price. The MAG 274UPF comes across versatile monitor in our review. A few corners are cut, but they can be mostly overlooked.
27.00"
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 02 Mar 2024 10:55
Mar 1
Asus Zenbook Duo OLED (2024) convertible review: Multitasking champion with Core Ultra 9

88% Asus Zenbook Duo OLED (2024) convertible review: Multitasking champion with Core Ultra 9

All-rounder with two OLED screens. Asus takes multitasking to a new level with the new Zenbook Duo OLED. The versatile laptop impresses with two great 120 Hz OLED screens and a sophisticated operating concept. It also comes with the new Intel Core Ultra 9 185H and 32 GB RAM.
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel Arc 8-Cores iGPU | 14.00" | 1.7 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 01 Mar 2024 10:22
Feb 29
Medion Erazer Beast X40 in review

89% Medion Erazer Beast X40 (2024) Review: High-end gaming laptop with RTX 4090 and mechanical keyboard

Model maintenance. A Core i9-14900HX and GeForce RTX 4090 combo is tailormade for gaming, video editing and rendering. This hardware is accompanied by a 17-inch 240 Hz 16:10 QHD+ display, a mechanical keyboard, and a Thunderbolt 4 port. Medion even offers optional water cooling for the X40.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU | 17.00" | 2.9 kg
Sascha Mölck, 29 Feb 2024 08:26
Feb 28
Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat Test

Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat comparison review: Robot vacuum with flagship features at a lower price

The L10s Pro Ultra Heat is the latest model from the popular manufacturer Dreame. The vacuum and mopping robot with a comprehensive cleaning station offers many flagship features at a more affordable price. Our test report reveals how good the Dreame L10s Pro Ultra Heat turned out in practice and what distinguishes it from the manufacturer's other models.
Marcus Schwarten, 28 Feb 2024 20:14
Aoostar GOD77 - Ryzen 7 7735HS

82% Aoostar GOD77 review - Mini-PC with lighting effects and AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS in an eye-catching cyberpunk case

More appearance than reality? The Aoostar GOD77 is based on the AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS and has a very powerful AMD Radeon 680M iGPU. Visually, the mini PC also impresses with its somewhat extravagant design. In this review, we will find out whether it is worth buying and what other advantages the Aoostar GOD77 has to offer.
AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | AMD Radeon 680M | | 603 g
Sebastian Bade, 28 Feb 2024 18:18
Acemagic AD15

79% Acemagic AD15 Mini-PC review: On par with AMD Ryzen 5 6600U thanks to 6-core Intel Core i5-11500B

Tiger Lake is still fast enough! Acemagic shows that a Tiger Lake processor still offers sufficient performance with the AD15 based on the Intel Core i5-11500B. We analyze what else the mini PC has to offer and whether the price-performance ratio is right in the test based on numerous measurements and benchmarks.
Intel Core i5-11500B | Intel UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H) | | 772 g
Sebastian Bade, 28 Feb 2024 16:45
2-in-1 Convertible HP Spectre x360 16 (2024) laptop review: A powerful Core-Ultra allrounder with OLED

91% 2-in-1 Convertible HP Spectre x360 16 (2024) laptop review: A powerful Core-Ultra allrounder with OLED

Tablet or laptop? 2-in-1! HP's Spectre x360 16 is a premium 2-in-1 convertible with a new, high-res 16:10 OLED touchscreen and pen input. While last year's predecessor still used an Intel Gen 12 CPU, this year's model has skipped a generation and now uses a Core Ultra with an NPU for AI applications. Furthermore, the device has been given even more updates and in this review, we will be looking at whether they have improved the 16-inch Spectre.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Cores iGPU | 16.00" | 1.9 kg
Christian Hintze, 28 Feb 2024 15:21
Feb 26
Porsche Design Review| Honor Magic V2 RSR - Stylish foldable with a sporty touch

89% Porsche Design Review| Honor Magic V2 RSR - Stylish foldable with a sporty touch

Vrumm, vrumm. Porsche's German product design team is working with Honor to launch the company's first smartphone. Technically, it is nearly identical to the Magic V2, but it differs mainly in terms of material, design, included accessories, and price.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Adreno 740 | 7.92" | 234 g
Daniel Schmidt, 26 Feb 2024 11:24
Feb 25
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G12 laptop review: First major refresh in three years

91% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G12 laptop review: First major refresh in three years

Now with Core Ultra and 120 Hz OLED. The ThinkPad X1 Carbon gets a major facelift this year to accompany the new Meteor Lake-H CPU and OLED panel with double the refresh rate of the previous generation. It's the best Carbon yet, but some performance problems remain unsolved.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Cores iGPU | 14.00" | 1.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 25 Feb 2024 19:57
Lenovo Tab M8 2024

80% Lenovo Tab M8 (Gen 4) 2024 review - A mini tablet with extra-long battery life

Small but impressive. The Lenovo Tab M8 (Gen 4) 2024 is a handy, multimedia tablet for adults and children that particularly impressed us in our review with its wonderful battery life. Carry on reading our review and discover to whom the $119, 8-inch tablet is best suited.
Mediatek MT8768 | PowerVR GE8320 | 8.00" | 320 g
Manuel Masiero, 25 Feb 2024 14:02
Feb 24
Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super in review

Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super Review: AD103 mid-ranger that challenges RX 7900 XT and displaces RTX 3090 Ti for US$300 less

A chip off the AD103 block. The Asus TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super now gets AD103 powers that confers it with a 10% higher CUDA core count and a substantially improved 256-bit 16 GB GDDR6X VRAM. Asus's latest entry-level RTX 4070 Ti Super SKU brings with it all the benefits of a TUF GPU while rivaling the Radeon RX 7900 XT and the RTX 3090 Ti at a comparatively lower US$799 asking price.
Intel Core i9-13900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti SUPER | 28.00"
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 24 Feb 2024 16:56
Feb 23
Maxtang MTN-ALN50

73% Maxtang MTN-ALN50 mini PC review: Very economical office PC with good performance thanks to Intel Core i3-N305 and 8 cores

Intel Core i3 - not on the back burner. With its Intel Core i3-N305, the Maxtang MTN-ALN50 can impress with good everyday performance. Thanks to the active cooling unit, the native 8-core processor does not need to be artificially slowed down. In this review, we have analyzed how well the Maxtang MTN-ALN50 has fared against the competition and whether the price-performance ratio is right.
Intel Core i3-N305 | Intel UHD Graphics 32EUs (Alder Lake) | | 685 g
Sebastian Bade, 23 Feb 2024 16:10
In review: Xiaomi Watch 2 pro

Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro smartwatch review - Great hardware, weak software

System change. Xiaomi relies on Wear OS for the new Watch 2 Pro and still manages a good battery life. The stainless steel casing and large AMOLED panel are also impressive. However, the Watch 2 Pro shows weaknesses in everyday use. Our test shows where Xiaomi needs to make improvements.
Qualcomm Snapdragon W5+ Gen 1 | 1.43" | 78 g
Benedikt Winkel, 23 Feb 2024 14:57
Tecno Spark 20 Pro+ | Photo: Florian Schmitt

81% Tecno Spark 20 Pro+ smartphone review – Surprisingly good cameras for under €200

Hard to get. Tecno smartphones are still quite uncommon in Europe. But the Spark 20 Pro+ shows why this is actually a pity: a good camera with decent low-light capability, great performance and a bright display piqued our curiosity.
Mediatek Helio G99 | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 6.78" | 179 g
Florian Schmitt, 23 Feb 2024 04:22
Feb 22
Skull & Bones review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Skull & Bones review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Talked a big game. When taking a look at Skull & Bones' final ratings, it's clear that Ubisoft has made a fool of itself when announcing it as a AAAA game. In our benchmark check, you can find out how graphically demanding the game is.
Florian Glaser, 22 Feb 2024 18:13
Honor Magic V2 review - The super slim foldable with tons of power

89% Honor Magic V2 review - The super slim foldable with tons of power

Revolutionary? After taking a long time to find its way to the global marketplace, it's now finally here - and hasn't lost any of its charm. Even when completely folded, the Honor Magic V2 is hardly thicker than a conventional smartphone and that's why it has so much potential. The ultimate smartphone? We put it to the test.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Adreno 740 | 7.92" | 231 g
Daniel Schmidt, 22 Feb 2024 16:48
Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 review - The gaming laptop now with G-Sync OLED and Intel Meteor Lake

92% Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 2024 review - The gaming laptop now with G-Sync OLED and Intel Meteor Lake

Gaming meets high-end multimedia. Asus' new ROG Zephyrus G16 features a completely new and considerably slimmer design, with a target market in mind that goes beyond just gamers. The resulting product is a high-quality 16-inch laptop with an impressive OLED panel and excellent speakers that can easily compete with Apple's MacBook Pro or the Razer Blade 16. Update: 240 Hz screen refresh rate battery life tests added
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 21 Feb 2024 19:20
Feb 21
Asus Zenbook 14 OLED review - The 1.2-kg subnotebook with 120-Hz OLED and Core Ultra 7

87% Asus Zenbook 14 OLED review - The 1.2-kg subnotebook with 120-Hz OLED and Core Ultra 7

Lighter than the MacBook Air. Asus has updated its Zenbook 14 OLED, now making use of an even more compact and lightweight case. Even so, it still features an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H which, in turn, now demands more from the installed cooling unit. Its new 120-Hz OLED display, on the other hand, impresses with accurate colors and good HDR capabilities.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Cores iGPU | 14.00" | 1.2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 21 Feb 2024 16:00
HP Omen 16 (2024) review: QHD gaming notebook with Core i9 and RTX 4080 for €3,200

87% HP Omen 16 (2024) review: QHD gaming notebook with Core i9 and RTX 4080 for €3,200

Focused. This HP gaming laptop comes with a fitting level of specs, boasting a Core i9, an RTX 4080, a PCIe 4.0 SSD (1 TB), 32 GB of RAM, two Thunderbolt 4 ports and a QHD display (G-Sync, 240Hz). Despite having powerful components, the notebook only produces a moderate amount of noise – with the right settings.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU | 16.10" | 2.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 21 Feb 2024 15:18
Feb 20
In the test: Oppo Find N3 Flip

86% Oppo Find N3 Flip Smartphone review - Foldable with triple camera

Through detours. Oppo wants a piece of the foldable pie. The Find N3 Flip relies on a large battery and a triple camera setup against the established competition from Samsung and Motorola. Is that enough for the Flip crown? We reveal all the strengths and weaknesses of the foldable.
MediaTek Dimensity 9200 | ARM Immortalis-G715 MP11 | 6.80" | 201 g
Benedikt Winkel, 20 Feb 2024 17:38
Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 review - Creative tablet with high-precision stylus

90% Huawei MatePad Pro 13.2 review - Creative tablet with high-precision stylus

Model dimensions. The MatePad Pro 13.2 not only offers a large display, but also a stylus with NearLink technology for the first time, which promises a significant improvement in terms of precision and latency. But entertainment is not neglected either with HDR support and six speakers. An all-rounder?
HiSilicon Kirin 9000W | HiSilicon Maleoon 910 | 13.20" | 580 g
Daniel Schmidt, 20 Feb 2024 16:05
Razer Blade 16 (2024) laptop review: Now with super-fast Samsung OLED

91% Razer Blade 16 (2024) laptop review: Now with super-fast Samsung OLED

OLED or Mini-LED? Laptop manufacturers don't have it easy at the moment. Intel Gen 14 has hardly delivered any improved performance, there are no new Nvidia GPUs to install—so what reasons can you give customers to purchase your yearly laptop updates? Razer sees its answer in its display: The world's first 16-inch 240-Hz OLED made by Samsung is what the manufacturer advertizes. Is its new display truly that good and are there any other new features? Our test will find out.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.5 kg
Christian Hintze, 20 Feb 2024 15:17
Feb 19
Razer Blade 14 2024 laptop review: Futureproofing with Ryzen AI

90% Razer Blade 14 2024 laptop review: Futureproofing with Ryzen AI

Ryzen 9 8945HS Hawk Point push. Razer is starting off the new year strong with a minor but solid refresh of its smallest Blade series. Most users will overlook the CPU AI enhancements, but the minor GPU changes help the 2024 Blade 14 pull out ahead of last year's model.
AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU | 14.00" | 1.9 kg
Allen Ngo, 19 Feb 2024 19:00
KFA2 GeForce RTX 4080 Super SG

KFA2 GeForce RTX 4080 Super SG review: massive Nvidia desktop graphics card can use four fans for cooling

Great performance, but somewhat loud. The GeForce RTX 4080 Super is Nividia’s fastest model in the current Ada Lovelace refresh and offers more performance than its predecessor on paper. The new models have even received a price cut. We checked out the KFA2 GeForce RTX 4080 Super SG to analyse how good the performance really is.
Intel Core i9-14900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Super | 0.00" | 1.9 kg
Sebastian Bade, 19 Feb 2024 13:09
Feb 18
Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+

84% Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ review - The 90-Hz tablet with 4 years of updates leaves little more to wish for

Plus points. In our test, the 11-inch Galaxy Tab A9+ proved to be a fast and far-better-quipped successor to the much-loved Galaxy Tab A8. For a starting price of US$219.99, the tablet offers a 90-Hz display, more storage, optional 5G and for the first time, Samsung DeX. Adding to this is a generous update time period of 4 years. The tablet is set to receive Android 14 in February.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Adreno 619 | 11.00" | 480 g
Manuel Masiero, 18 Feb 2024 21:27
HP Spectre x360 14 review - High-end convertible now with a larger 120-Hz OLED

91% HP Spectre x360 14 review - High-end convertible now with a larger 120-Hz OLED

Meteor Lake and Wi-Fi 7. HP updates its Spectre x360 high-end convertible, now using a larger 14-inch OLED panel with 120 Hz in combination with a current Meteor Lake processor from Intel. In addition, the case was redesigned and Wi-Fi 7 is also available.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Cores iGPU | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 18 Feb 2024 02:07
Feb 17
Test Samsung Galaxy A25 5G Smartphone

85% Samsung Galaxy A25 5G smartphone review - Colorful, sustainable and really good! Is there a catch?

The best smartphone display for under $300. Price-wise, the Galaxy A25 is situated in the mid-range category, and, offering 4 big Android updates as well as 5 years of security updates, it has more software support than some high-end smartphones. The built-in OIS, the very bright 120 Hz Super AMOLED display and the 3,5 mm audio jack make the Galaxy handset worthy of your attention.
Samsung Exynos 1280 | ARM Mali-G68 MP4 | 6.50" | 197 g
Marcus Herbrich, 17 Feb 2024 18:46
Feb 16
Teclast P30T | Photo: Florian Schmitt

76% Teclast P30T review – A very affordable tablet with good specs but weak performance

Processor issues. A tablet with lots of storage, a large battery and a metal chassis that can sometimes be had for around €100 (US$108): the Teclast P30T aims to offer a lot to consumers on a shoestring budget. Read our review to find out whether the device is worth the money or whether you should invest a few more bucks instead.
Allwinner A523 | ARM Mali-G57 MP1 | 10.10" | 444 g
Florian Schmitt, 16 Feb 2024 11:48
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4070 Super Gaming OC 12G in review

Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4070 Super Gaming OC 12G Review: Beats the RTX 3090 and RX 7800 XT for a $50 premium over the Founders Edition

AD104 done just right. The Gigabyte GeForce RTX 4070 Super Gaming OC presents a faster AD104 die and better cooling that fully distinguishes it from the Founders Edition card. The RTX 4070 Super Gaming OC offers palpable gains over the RTX 3090 and the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT. Our review looks into whether this is worth the US$50 moolah over the RTX 4070 Super Founders Edition.
Intel Core i9-13900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER |
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 16 Feb 2024 06:49
Ultimea Apollo P40 LCD hands-on review: Bright business projector with some smarts

Ultimea Apollo P40 LCD hands-on review: Bright business projector with some smarts

Simple and clean. The Ultimea Apollo P40 is a solid LCD projector with a bright lamp, good speakers, and enough smarts to make it suitable for a business setting. However, it is not a great option for those that want an all-in-one projector due to its lack of Android TV or streaming apps.
Sam Medley, 16 Feb 2024 00:01
Feb 15
Dell G16 (2024) laptop review: An affordable Alienware alternative from the same manufacturer?

86% Dell G16 (2024) laptop review: An affordable Alienware alternative from the same manufacturer?

Thunderbolt and DCI-P3, yes or no? In contrast to Dell's Alienware series, the Dell G16 covers the mid-range segment of gaming laptops. The 2024 model relies neither on Intel's new Gen 14 chips nor on its Ultra CPUs—but in turn, its price is kept relatively low and on paper, it features a decent display. Our detailed review will uncover the laptop's strengths and weaknesses.
Intel Core i7-13650HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.8 kg
Christian Hintze, 15 Feb 2024 17:06
Steam Deck 1 TB OLED review: Minimalist performance, maximum gaming fun

89% Steam Deck 1 TB OLED review: Minimalist performance, maximum gaming fun

Optimized for gaming: For tech enthusiasts who are constantly on the hunt for the most powerful hardware and the highest scores in all benchmarks, the Steam Deck OLED is likely to be a disappointment. On the other hand, those who simply want to play games will be rewarded with a device that is intended precisely for gaming.
AMD Steam Deck OLED APU | AMD Radeon Steam Deck 8CU | 7.40" | 640 g
Marc Herter, 15 Feb 2024 11:22
Helldivers 2 tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Helldivers 2 tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Co-op shooter. Helldivers 2 has climbed pretty far up the Steam charts within a short time after its release. This is enough reason for us to take a closer look at the hardware requirements of this promising title.
Florian Glaser, 15 Feb 2024 04:44
Intel Core i7-14700K in review

Intel Core i7-14700K Review: Equivalent performance to that of Core i9-13900K and Ryzen 9 7950X3D for nearly US$200 less

Raptor in sheep's clothing. The Core i7-14700K stands out in the Intel 14th gen Raptor Lake-S Refresh lineup with 20 cores and 28 threads. While the Core i7-14700K comes very close to the pricier Core i9-13900K, AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, and the Ryzen 9 7950X3D in overall CPU performance, things aren't as straightforward in gaming.
Intel Core i7-14700K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 | 28.00"
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 15 Feb 2024 02:33
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold 16 laptop review: Unfolding the future

84% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold 16 laptop review: Unfolding the future

A glimpse into the foldable tablet future. The 2021 ThinkPad X1 Fold 13 felt like an early experiment with a lot of rough edges and performance limitations. Fast-forward a few years and Lenovo's second attempt at a foldable ThinkPad feels much more refined and competitive against traditional clamshell laptops.
Intel Core i7-1250U | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 16.30" | 1.9 kg
Allen Ngo, 15 Feb 2024 01:55
Feb 14
HP EliteBook x360 830 G10 Laptop Review: Metal convertible with non-reflective touchscreen

89% HP EliteBook x360 830 G10 Laptop Review: Metal convertible with non-reflective touchscreen

EliteBook for drawing. Convertible laptops are not the bulk of the market, but for users who need the pen and touch, they are indispensable. The HP EliteBook x360 830 G10 goes for the business side of the market, going head to head with the likes of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4.
Intel Core i5-1335U | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | 13.30" | 1.3 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 14 Feb 2024 18:04
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