Video | Intel vPro explained and why you should care!
Intel is bringing their successful Panther Lake SOC to business laptops, and we had the chance to go hands-on with their new vPro generation and some new commercial laptops for 2026.
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Fortnite Victory Cups raise ranked entry bar with major cash prizes
Epic has published the Fortnite Victory Cups rules for Chapter 7 Season 2, with rising solo rank requirements, Elite-only Reload Duos entry, and Round 2 prizes tied to Victory Royales.
Ranking: Best convertibles (2-in-1 laptops)
March 2026 update. Convertible laptops are different. They have a special hinge; thanks to that, they can be used as both a notebook and a tablet. 2-in-1s are suitable for numerous tasks and use cases, from private use in the living room and at the garden table to the education sector or professional environment, since convertibles are very suitable for presentations. The best convertibles Notebookcheck knows of are listed in this article.
Google rolls out ChromeOS LTC-144; LTS stays on 138 until late April
Google has started rolling out ChromeOS LTC-144 to most devices on the Long Term Support Candidate channel, while the main LTS channel remains on 138 until April 21.
Deal | HP OmniBook 5 with OLED and Snapdragon processor slides under $500
The HP OmniBook 5 ships with a 1,200p OLED screen, Qualcomm's entry-level Snapdragon X SoC, 16 GB of RAM, and a 512 GB SSD. For buyers who can live with the quirks of Windows on ARM, this notebook should be a great deal with long battery life and the excellent contrast ratio afforded by an OLED panel.
Ranking: Best laptops for under 1,000 dollars/euros
March 2026 update. Yes, you can score a good laptop on a (somewhat) limited budget. The below-1,000 range is home to quite solid all-rounders as well as ultra-mobile notebooks and convertibles. This article lists the best laptops for the money tested by Notebookcheck over the last few months.
Lenovo releases new 14-inch convertible laptop globally with OLED display and 32 GB RAM
Lenovo is now selling a new 14-inch convertible laptop built around AMD's Gorgon Point platform. Available with an optional OLED display and a 60 Wh battery, the IdeaPad 5a 2-in-1 Gen 11 is sold globally too.
Lenovo releases new lightweight 16-inch laptop globally with AMD Gorgon Point or Intel Panther Lake
Lenovo has updated its 16-inch multimedia laptop range with new AMD Gorgon Point and Intel Panther Lake options. Equipped with optional 120 Hz and 2.8K OLED displays, the 16IPH11 and 16AGP11 are Lenovo's latest entries in its long-standing IdeaPad Slim 5 series.
Lenovo releases new 16-inch laptop with Intel Panther Lake and dedicated 105W GPU
Lenovo has released a new 16-inch laptop in North America with 32 GB of LPDDR5X-8533 RAM and a 120 Hz OLED display. The 16IPH11 also combines a 16-core Panther Lake processor with an Nvidia dGPU that has a 105 W TGP. Currently, the IdeaPad Pro 5i is only available as a 16-inch laptop in North America.
Hades II comes to Xbox Game Pass in April with Xbox Play Anywhere support
Hades II launches on April 14 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Xbox Cloud, with Microsoft confirming day-one Xbox Game Pass support.
Asus presents 14-inch and 16-inch ExpertBook B3 G1 business laptops with Intel Core Ultra 200 CPUs
The B3 G1 series can be equipped with up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 vPro 265H, 96 GB DDR5-5600 RAM and 6 TB of PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD storage. Both sizes feature 1200p and 1600p IPS screens and the 16-inch model has a 1200p touchscreen option.
Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1 16AGP11 review: Latest AMD Ryzen AI 7 refresh lags behind Intel
Ryzen AI 7 445 performance debut. The Yoga 7 2-in-1 16 is back for 2026 with the exact same external design as the original 2023 model. Instead, new CPU and display options help to distinguish this latest model from earlier configurations — sometimes for the worst.
AMD Ryzen AI 7 445, Radeon 840M, 16", 1.8 kg
LG releases new 17-inch laptop with Intel Panther Lake and 32 GB RAM
LG has now released its latest 17-inch laptop across China and Japan. Scheduled to receive a global launch later this year, the Gram Pro 17 combines a 2.5K display with up to 32 GB of RAM, Panther Lake processors and a 77 Wh battery inside a housing that weighs less than 1.4 kg.
LG releases new 14-inch laptops with Intel Panther Lake
LG has finally expanded its 14-inch laptop offering with models featuring Intel's Panther Lake platform. Supposedly lasting up to 3 hours longer than their AMD Gorgon Point counterparts, LG's new Gram 14 laptops still weigh just over 1 kg and can be configured with up to 32 GB of RAM.
Less than 1.2 kg: LG releases lightweight new 16-inch laptop with 120 Hz OLED display
LG has started selling new 16-inch laptops with AMD Gorgon Point and Intel Panther Lake processors. Featuring a new Aerominum composite body, the Gram Pro 16 has reached China and Japan with optional 120 Hz OLED displays and a 77 Wh battery across all SKUs before an eventual global release.
Windows 11 KB5079391 fixes year-long WUSA network installation bug
Microsoft says Windows 11 KB5079391 resolves the WUSA shared-folder install bug that could trigger ERROR_BAD_PATHNAME on enterprise-managed systems.
Windows devices saw 3.1x more forced shutdowns than macOS
Omnissa says Windows devices in its enterprise telemetry dataset saw 3.1 times more forced shutdowns than macOS in 2025, alongside higher crash and app-hang rates.
Deal | This LG laptop is much cheaper than MacBook Neo with 2x RAM and longer battery
The LG UltraPC 16 (2023) is now on sale at Staples for much less than the MSRP of MacBook Neo. However, despite costing less than $500, the LG UltraPC 16 features 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, both of which are double the amount of RAM and storage that you get in the MacBook Neo.
This “pro” laptop has a problem: Gigabyte A16 Pro in a reality check
The Gigabyte A16 Pro promises a lot: a slim chassis, RTX 5070 Ti, a bright display, and solid battery life—all at a relatively low price. But in everyday use, unexpected weaknesses show up in connectivity, drivers, and efficiency. Can it still deliver as an affordable creator laptop?
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS beta sports GNOME 50 and the Linux kernel 7.0
On the path to the planned April 23 release, Ubuntu 26.04 LTS beta is here with the new GNOME 50 desktop and several new default apps, including the Resources system monitor, not to mention the latest release candidate version of the yet-to-be-released Linux kernel 7.0. New GPU drivers and plenty of package updates are also included.
Video | Intel means business, literally! - New business laptops for 2026!
Intel just released their Panther Lake SOCs for business laptops, and we had the chance to experience first-hand what vPro actually stands for, and get some hands-on time with the new generation of professional laptops from Lenovo, Dell, and HP, just to name a few.
Update | New Dell Pro 3 Laptops will not come with Intel Lunar Lake
(Update: Original reporting inaccurate; headline and teaser heavily edited) Dell originally announced the new affordable Dell Pro 3 laptops with Intel's last year chips, Lunar Lake. Dell has since updated the spec sheet, and the new Dell Pro 3 laptops will not ship with Core Ultra 200V after all.
Asus confirms global launch for new 18-inch gaming laptop with 1,600-nit Mini LED display
Asus has revealed the extent of its global launch plans for one of its next 18-inch gaming laptops. Launching in eight SKUs, the ROG Strix G18 2026 departs from last year's model in a few areas while retaining an ultra-bright Mini LED display and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU.
Asus details new 16-inch gaming laptop with global launch confirmed
Asus has revealed more details about its new 16-inch gaming laptop. Set for a global launch, the laptop will be available in six variants with Intel's Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor. The ROG Strix G16 2026 will be configurable with up to Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5080 laptop GPU, too.
Open-world hit with compromises: Crimson Desert in review
A world of unlimited possibilities. Few games on Steam are generating as much buzz right now as Crimson Desert. Our benchmark check shows whether this massive action RPG aims too high or delivers a surprisingly smooth experience.
Gigabyte Gaming A16 Pro review: RTX 5070 Ti meets a slim chassis and some unusual priorities
"Pro"ductive? With a Core 7 240H, RTX 5070 Ti, and a bright 165 Hz display, the A16 Pro looks like a typical midrange-to-high-end gaming laptop on paper. But despite the gaming label, this 23 mm thin notebook seems to target a different audience.
Intel Core 7 240H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop, 16", 2.4 kg
Apple's MacBook Pro 14 M5 Max has its flaws, but is still almost unrivaled
The MacBook Pro 14 with Apple's new M5 Max SoC has some flaws, but the overall performance is still excellent and there is hardly a better alternative, especially when you want to edit pictures or videos.
Apple M5 Pro & M5 Max GPU Analysis - M5 Max GPU on par with the GeForce RTX 5070 and faster than Strix Halo
Apple launches their new M5 Pro and M5 Max SoCs with new GPU models. We test the 20-core M5 Pro GPU as well as the flagship 40-core M5 Max GPU in synthetic benchmarks as well as gaming tests and also check the efficiency compared to previous Apple GPUs as well as Nvidia's Blackwell graphics cards. Update: MBP 16 shows the full potential of the M5 Max GPU
Lenovo releases new 16-inch ThinkPad in North America with up to 128 GB RAM
Lenovo has released a 16-inch ThinkPad in North America. Equipped with up to 128 GB RAM and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 laptop GPU, the ThinkPad T16g Gen 3 also features a 99 Wh battery. Other markets have received variants with 192 GB RAM, though.
GDC 2026 | Razer shadow drops new 2026 Blade 16 with 60 percent longer battery life and even faster graphics
The manufacturer has added Intel Panther Lake to the lineup this year for both improved performance and efficiency when compared to existing AMD Zen 5 offerings.
"Thinnest and lightest" Dell Pro Precision 5 14S and Pro Precision 16S mobile workstations debut
Dell has debuted the Pro Precision 5 14S and Pro Precision 5 16S mobile workstation laptops. Dell claims that these entry-level productivity machines are the company's "thinnest entry-level mobile workstation with H-class processors". Both laptops comes with either Intel Panther Lake Core Ultra 300 or AMD Ryzen AI 400 Gorgon Point processors.
Dell Pro 5 debuts with LPCAMM2 memory and Core Ultra X7
Dell is introducing its new Dell Pro lineup. The new Dell Pro 5 laptops, available in 14- and 16-inch, include the most options by far, including AMD and Intel CPUs, plus LPCAMM2 memory - a groundbreaking innovation.
Against ThinkPad T14s and X13: Dell reanimates thinnest Dell Pro laptop series
Back from the Dell hell: After killing the Dell Latitude 7000, Dell brings it back! The new Dell Pro 7 laptops are set to compete with machines like the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s and ThinkPad X13.
Dell launches new 14-inch laptop with Tandem OLED display and Intel Panther Lake
Dell has unveiled a new 14-inch laptop featuring an optional Tandem OLED display. Also packing 5G and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, the Dell Pro 14 Premium can be configured with up to 64 GB of LPDDR5X-8533 RAM and a 16-core Intel Panther Lake processor.
Kali Linux 2026.1 delivers several new tools and a classic desktop theme
Looking back at the first BackTrack Linux release, which arrived two decades ago as Kali's ancestor, the update 2026.1 features a classic theme directly inspired by its looks. Additionally, there are several new tools included, such as WPProbe, Fluxion, and GEF, while the Discord community can still enjoy the Kali 13th Birthday Event.
Destiny 2 launches Guardian Games 2026 with Magic: The Gathering crossover
Destiny 2 Guardian Games 2026 is now live with updated Rushdown encounters, three event weapons, Bright Dust rewards, and a new Magic: The Gathering crossover.
Apple's M5 Pro & M5 Max easily beat the RTX 5090 in PugetBench creator benchmarks
MacBook's are very popular among content creators and the two new SoCs M5 Pro as well as M5 Max manage excellent results in the PugetBench tests for Adobe apps and DaVinci Resolve. They also clearly beat the mobile GeForce RTX 5090.
Arch-based ML4W OS 2.12.0 now available with Quickshell and other changes
German-made ML4W OS is another piece of code based on Arch Linux, and its latest version, labeled 2.12.0, comes with multiple package updates, as well as several system elements replaced with Quickshell widgets. Only available for 64-bit machines, it comes in a 2.4 GB ISO file.
HP launches new EliteBook 6 business laptops with AMD and Intel processors
HP has updated its EliteBook 6 range with a series of G2 models. Launched as the EliteBook 6 G2a and EliteBook 6 G2i, the new laptops comes in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes with optional lightweight variants.
HP launches new 14-inch laptop with OLED displays, Snapdragon X2 Elite and up to 64 GB RAM
HP has unveiled a new 14-inch laptop powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 platform. Available with up to a Snapdragon X2 Elite and 64 GB of RAM, the EliteBook 6 G2q also comes with a 5G modem, up to 28 hours of battery life and optional OLED or 800-nit IPS displays.
HP refreshes popular business laptops with AMD Gorgon Point and Intel Panther Lake processors
HP has updated its Elitebook 8 range with new AMD and Intel variants. Available in multiple sizes, the EliteBook 8 G2a and EliteBook 8 G2i feature up to 64 GB of RAM with multiple IPS and OLED display options.
A game to cry over: Death Stranding 2 for PC in review
The journey is the destination. Few games are as unusual as Death Stranding (2) when it comes to story and gameplay. In our benchmark review, we examine whether the PC version is as well optimized as its predecessor.
More powerful than Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9: HP launches ZBook X G2i
The new HP ZBook X G2i is here. This workstation laptop has a 16-inch screen and the Nvidia RTX Pro 3000 Blackwell and 128 GB of RAM.
HP ZBook 8 G2a workstation laptop for demanding local compute and AI workloads announced
HP has released a slew of new products including upgrades to the ZBook 8 lineup. The ZBook 8 G2a will be offered in 14-inch and 16-inch options with Intel and AMD CPUs, and CoPilot+ support.
Desperate times, desperate measures: New HP ProBook G2 laptops to feature soldered 128 GB UFS storage for lower price
HP has announced the newest iteration of its affordable business line, the HP ProBook G2. The new lineup includes many different options in terms of size and features, with higher quality screens as the standout feature.
HP unveils ZBook 8 G2i with more power and a slimmer GaN charger
HP has announced a successor to the ZBook 8 G1i released a year ago. The new ZBook 8 G2i will be available in 16'' and 14'' models with more processing power, a compact form factor, and a redesigned charger.
Deal | This 40% off Asus Vivobook S14 laptop with 120 Hz OLED, 24 GB RAM will last for years to come
The Asus Vivobook S14 Windows laptop with the Ryzen AI 9 365 Strix Point APU, 24 GB of RAM, and a 120 Hz OLED display is on sale at Staples at a big discount.
Chuwi responds to CPU fraud, does not replace all affected models
After we found an older, less powerful processor than advertised in the Chuwi CoreBook X and CoreBook Plus, Chuwi has finally officially commented on this scandal - and offered customers a possible solution. However, Chuwi is still not commenting on the extent of this possible fraud attempt.
Minecraft Dungeons II is coming to Xbox Game Pass on day one this fall
Minecraft Dungeons II has been announced for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, Switch, Switch 2, Steam, Xbox on PC, and Game Pass, with a day-one Game Pass launch planned for fall 2026.
Microsoft sets the next Xbox Partner Preview for March 26
Xbox has announced a new Partner Preview for March 26, with updates on Stranger Than Heaven, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn, and more.
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