Simple with no distractions. The newest IdeaPad Slim 3 15 has finally made the switch to a 16:10 display. More desirable features like OLED and metal construction are available, but it'll cost you extra.
Intel Core 5 210H | Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs | 15.30" | 1.7 kg

Strix Halo Part 2. HP's ZBook Ultra G1a 14 is among the most expensive current 14-inch laptops in the Windows market, but also one of the most interesting ones. With Strix Halo, it takes on the workstation market with a unique concept. In this review, we are taking a look at the WUXGA and Ryzen AI Max Pro 390 version.
AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 390 | AMD Radeon RX 8050S | 14.00" | 1.6 kg

Light and shade in the 15-inch gamer. After the high-end segment (RTX 5090, RTX 5080) and the upper mid-range (RTX 5070 [Ti]) were seen to, it's now time for Nvidia to tend to the lower mid-range segment. The Lenovo LOQ 15 is one of the first laptops featuring the RTX 5060 that we have been able to test.
AMD Ryzen 7 250 | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop | 15.60" | 2.4 kg

Alien technology. The redesigned Alienware 18 is proof that you don't need to be the thinnest or lightest to be sexy. Its thicker profile allows for both extra performance and features not found on most other gaming laptops including CherryMX keys, multiple PCIe5 SSD slots, and an oftentimes quieter gaming experience.
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop | 18.00" | 4.2 kg

RTX 5060 Laptop meets 1,000 nits OLED. Lenovo ships its mainstream gamer with the GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop as well as a 165 Hz OLED panel, which offers excellent image quality. However, the processor is an AMD Zen 4 chip, so does it affect the gaming performance?
AMD Ryzen 7 260 | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop | 15.10" | 1.9 kg

Gaming-creator hybrid. What does it take to make one of last year's standout gaming laptops an even better new model? Maintain the strengths and work on the weaknesses! That's exactly what Lenovo did with this year's Legion Pro 5 16. Our review reveals whether or not it was completely successful.
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop | 16.00" | 2.4 kg

More multimedia than gamer? Razer's new Blade 14 is a high-quality and fast 14-inch all-rounder, which is now more compact and equipped with a 120 Hz OLED screen. The price is lower than before, but the limitation to the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU with 8 GB VRAM is a drawback.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop | 14.00" | 1.6 kg

Modern and bold. With the Vector 16 HX AI, MSI delivers a compelling gaming notebook powered by cutting-edge Intel (Arrow Lake) and Nvidia (Blackwell) hardware. However, a closer look reveals a handful of minor imperfections beneath the surface.
Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop | 16.00" | 2.6 kg

Midrange with setbacks. Compared to other gaming series from MSI (for example, Vector & Titan), the Katana models are somewhat cheaper and slimmed-down We pitted a current version with Core i7-14650HX and GeForce RTX 5070 against the competition. Can the 17-incher hold its own?
Intel Core i7-14650HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop | 17.30" | 2.7 kg

Strix Point upgrade. The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 AMD is the first ThinkPad laptop with a Ryzen AI 9 HX Pro CPU. Strix Point is an excellent performance upgrade over earlier AMD CPUs, making this small mobile workstation one of the most powerful 14-inch ThinkPad laptops ever. Update: Further battery life tests added.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 | AMD Radeon 890M | 14.00" | 1.4 kg

No fans but a high price. Microsoft is launching its new compact Surface Pro that comes with a 12-inch display and a Snapdragon ARM processor from Qualcomm. One special feature is the passive cooling that eliminates annoying fan noise.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-45 1.7 TFLOPS | 12.00" | 1 kg

The Latitude with attitude. Dell is hitting the giant reset button for all of its laptops this year. With the Latitude name dead and gone, can the new Dell Pro 14 Premium take up the mantle?
Intel Core Ultra 7 268V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.3 kg

From Core Ultra-H to Core Ultra-V. The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 is leaner and more balanced than the Inspiron 16 7640 2-in-1 that it's supposed to replace. While it mostly succeeds, it's not quite the homerun in a few key areas.
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 16.00" | 2 kg

Good runtimes, but what else? Microsoft has brought out a new Surface Laptop with a 13-inch display. The problem, however, is that it is worse in almost every respect—and it costs more than the well-known Surface Laptop 13.8. Update: Removable SSD photos added.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-45 1.7 TFLOPS | 13.00" | 1.2 kg

Back after a 6-year hiatus. Dell is refreshing its Alienware lineup this year from the ground up with new Arrow Lake CPUs, new Blackwell GPUs, and a new AW30 design language. The Area-51 looks and feels better than what came before it, but it still exhibits a lot of the same Alienware advantages and disadvantages.
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop | 16.00" | 3.3 kg

Fresh new name with a mostly fresh new start. The Dell 16 Plus is the manufacturer's latest mass market midrange model complete with Intel Lunar Lake and a 1600p IPS display. The name and branding may be all new, but the Inspiron influences are clear and familiar.
Intel Core Ultra 7 256V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 16.00" | 1.8 kg

Racing at full throttle. This year's annual Formula 1 installment, F1 25, significantly raises the system requirements. While the game can still run on older gaming PCs at low settings, it quickly pushes even high-end systems to their performance limits. We show which setups can deliver smooth gameplay.

Titan up your wallet. The Titan 18 HX AI leaves no stone unturned in its quest for mobile gaming dominance with its elite-tier Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, and 4K 120 Hz mini-LED display. While the Titan 18 HX AI serves as a halo product that showcases the best of Intel and Nvidia, there are a few striking compromises that question its prohibitive $6,600 asking price.
Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop | 18.00" | 3.6 kg

Who is the master, who is the disciple? We finally managed to get our test-savvy hands on the Aorus Master 16 with an RTX 5090, OLED display, Thunderbolt 5, PCIe 5.0 and WiFi 7. Is this the new performance king for a price of $4,300?
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop | 16.00" | 2.5 kg

An Inspiron at heart. Don't let the new shorter name confuse you. The Dell 14 Plus is an evolution of the Inspiron with all the basic features that home users need for a reasonable starting price.
Intel Core Ultra 7 256V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.5 kg

Fire Range Gaming Giant. Performance or mobility? In the case of the MSI Raider A18 HX, it is clearly performance! With the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080, this giant 18-inch laptop is a performance and gaming monster - you better not hope to have to use it on the go.
AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop | 18.00" | 3.6 kg

A true heavy metal shooter masterpiece. The third instalment in the rebooted DOOM series swaps out the id Tech 7 engine for the shiny new id Tech 8, bringing a fresh feel to the carnage courtesy of the new "chainsaw shield". Which GPUs can handle its relentless action without breaking a sweat?

A true advancement? The ProArt P16 is a 16-inch multimedia laptop that received a lot of criticism last year because of its 60 Hz 4K OLED display. Now, it has been given a 120 Hz 2.8K OLED panel, but it suffers weaknesses in its HDR brightness in particular.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop | 16.00" | 1.8 kg

Zen 5 with expandable RAM. The Gigabyte Aero X16 is a slim 16-inch gaming laptop featuring the new Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 Krackan Point APU. The Aero X16's comes equipped with a matte QHD+ 165 Hz IPS that is well suited for gaming. The RAM can be expanded further, adding further value. We take a look at what the Aero X16 is capable of in this review.
AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop | 16.00" | 2 kg

$1000 savings over the RTX 5090 option. We all prefer to have the GeForce RTX 5090 configuration, of course, but when the RTX 5080 option is $1000 less expensive, the slower SKU suddenly becomes so much more attractive. The performance deficit between the RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 can be narrower than one might expect.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop | 16.00" | 2.1 kg

Lunar Lake greatness. Qualcomm, AMD and Intel - the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 is a laptop that can be configured with every available option. The Intel Lunar Lake model we test today may be the best yet, striking the ideal balance between great everyday performance and efficiency.
Intel Core Ultra 5 228V | Intel Arc Graphics 130V | 14.00" | 1.3 kg

Medion is aiming high. With a price tag exceeding $4,000, the Erazer Beast 18 X1 MD62731 is mainly targeted at passionate gamers with the proper budget. In return, it provides the latest high-end hardware from Intel and Nvidia. We compare the 18-inch model with its competitors and other variants based on the latest CPU/GPU.
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop | 18.00" | 3.6 kg

Travel mate with Ryzen power. Update | Acer is not well known for its business laptops, but why? Acer's TravelMate P4 TMP414-42 shows that Acer does know how to make good laptops for the productive use. In our review, it does good thanks to the AMD Ryzen 5 and a bright, matte screen as well as nice input devices.
AMD Ryzen 5 8540U | AMD Radeon 740M | 14.00" | 1.4 kg

Chromebook deluxe: The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus impresses with its ultra-slim aluminum body and exceptionally brilliant AMOLED display that sets new standards in this class. It also delivers good performance thanks to the Intel Core 3, but has a steep price tag.
Intel Core 3 100U | Intel UHD Graphics 64EUs (Alder Lake 12th Gen) | 15.60" | 1.2 kg

New Intel CPU makes all the difference. The new Core Ultra 7 258V processor doesn't offer huge raw performance benefits over last year's options, but it's significantly more efficient with much faster graphics performance for longer battery life, quieter fans, and better editing potential.
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.4 kg

With external water cooling and 1,700-nit brightness. The Neo 16 is traditionally the fastest gaming laptop from XMG, and the 2025 model too comes with a matte, 300 Hz mini LED display in addition to the HX CPUs from AMD/Intel and new Blackwell GPUs. However, its high performance is offset by a few connectivity blemishes.
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop | 16.00" | 2.9 kg

The next hardware hog. Recently, there has been an increasing number of games with system requirements that exceed what is reasonable (e.g. Indiana Jones & Stars Wars Outlaws). The remastered version of Oblivion also challenges even the most modern computers, as our measurements show.

Lunar Lake without astronomical prices The Acer Swift 16 AI with Core Ultra 9 excels in tests with its vibrant OLED colors and strong overall performance, suitable for AI tasks, everyday use, and light gaming. Despite the mediocre speakers, it represents an excellent option for demanding users seeking outstanding picture quality and modern technology.
Intel Core Ultra 9 288V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 16.00" | 1.5 kg

Unrivaled in speed? Asus is upping GPU performance, equipping the 2025 version of its 14-inch gamer, the ROG Zephyrus G14, with the new GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop. Its processor is the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 in combination with 64 GB RAM and a 120 Hz, 2.8K OLED display. Update: Photoshop, Premiere Pro & DaVinci Resolve benchmark scores added
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop | 14.00" | 1.6 kg

Asus' fastest 16-incher. The ROG Strix SCAR 16 is Asus' 16-inch gaming flagship fitted with the Core Ultra 275HX, the GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop with 24 GB VRAM and a 240 Hz mini LED display.
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop | 16.00" | 2.8 kg

Ubisoft's make-or-break moment? Assassin's Creed Shadows isn't just another instalment — it's a pivotal release for Ubisoft and one that feels like a make-or-break moment that has to succeed. From our first hands-on, it's clear the studio is on the right track with gameplay. But what about the tech? Is this stunning visual feast optimised for a range of systems, or will it leave older rigs struggling to keep up? We put it to the test.

Speedy allrounder with endurance. The Yoga 7 2-in-1 from Lenovo is not only—as its name suggests—an extremely versatile laptop, but is also available in various configurations. We grabbed a model with the previously untested Ryzen AI 5 340 and compared its performance with its siblings.
AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 | AMD Radeon 840M | 14.00" | 1.4 kg

The "Promium" laptop. We're seizing the opportunity to review the 13-inch business laptop in Dell's product line. Aimed at demanding business users and designed to appeal to entrepreneurs with its modern ports, the Dell Pro 13 Premium has a sturdy yet lightweight magnesium chassis, AI and also enjoys very long battery runtimes. Update: SSD re-tested resulting in better performance values.
Intel Core Ultra 7 268V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 13.30" | 1.1 kg

Transformable Krackan. A thousand US dollars are an important psychological mark for buyers. Lenovo's IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 14AKP10 is below it. For this comparably low amount of money, you get great performance, an OLED screen and a comfortable keyboard in a convertible 2-in-1 with a pen.
AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 | AMD Radeon 860M | 14.00" | 1.5 kg

Is the 18-inch device worth its premium price? Gigabyte has gone all out with its Aorus Master 18: A large mini LED display, a 24-core processor from the Arrow Lake generation, a GeForce RTX 5090 and a generous RAM and SSD configuration should all appeal to passionate gamers.
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop | 18.00" | 3.4 kg

Who really needs the RTX 5090 Laptop? The new Asus ROG Strix G16 is available with the RTX 5080 Laptop GPU at most, but this won't much of a problem when gaming. The Strix G16 represents a good gaming package with a matte IPS display, a fast Core Ultra 9 275 HX, and very good maintenance options.
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop | 16.00" | 2.6 kg

All power. Instead of going thinner and thinner, the latest Legion Pro 7i 16 is thicker this year to squeeze out more performance from the Intel Arrow Lake and Nvidia Blackwell hardware. Power consumption may be high, but the raw performance is undeniable.
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop | 16.00" | 2.6 kg

Everyday PC with a 144 Hz IPS display. With its Snapdragon X processor, the Asus Vivobook S16 offers sufficient performance for everyday use, and the matte IPS display impresses with its high 2.5K resolution and 144 Hz. We were also impressed with the long battery life of almost 20 hours during our testing.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X X1-26-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-45 1.7 TFLOPS | 16.00" | 1.8 kg

Unbeatable total package for just under $1,000. The base model of the new MacBook Air 13 benefits from an extremely fast M4 processor and, in addition to a thin case, still offers a brilliant IPS display, silent operation and long battery life—at least with the brightness reduced.
Apple M4 (10 cores) | Apple M4 8-core GPU | 13.60" | 1.2 kg

The 14-inch device for creatives. Lenovo has updated its Yoga Pro 7, giving the 10th generation an AMD processor as well as a new 14.5-inch OLED display that even covers the AdobeRGB color space completely and is calibrated straight out of the box.
AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 | AMD Radeon 860M | 14.50" | 1.6 kg

It just keeps getting faster. Framework is squeezing as much as it can from its aging design all in the name of sustainability. It's working better than expected for the most part in terms of raw performance, but there are still a few key features we'd like to see.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | AMD Radeon 890M | 13.50" | 1.3 kg

AMD Ryzen AI Max is no joke. HP weren't exaggerating when they said their latest ZBook would be the "world's fastest 14-inch workstation PC". The Ryzen AI Max+ 395 runs well on specialized desktops and mini PCs, but it's even more impressive on a thin-and-light 14-inch form factor.
AMD Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 | AMD Radeon RX 8060S | 14.00" | 1.6 kg

1,100 nits for $1,100 With the IdeaPad Pro 5 14, Lenovo is offering a compact multimedia laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 processor from AMD, a 120 Hz, 2.8K OLED and an HDR brightness of up to 1,100 nits, which is already calibrated out of the box.
AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 | AMD Radeon 860M | 14.00" | 1.4 kg

Brighter IPS display in the 14-inch laptop. The 2025 RedmiBook Pro 14 features Intel Arrow Lake CPUs, a brighter 120 Hz IPS display, and improved battery life. Despite a price increase, it remains a strong mid-range option.
Intel Core Ultra 7 255H | Intel Arc Graphics 140T | 14.00" | 1.4 kg

Fire Range vs. Arrow Lake. Together with the new RTX 5000 laptop GPUs, the new HX CPUs from AMD and Intel have arrived as well. We compare the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX with the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and compare not only the pure CPU performance but also the gaming performance in conjunction with the new RTX 5090 Laptop GPU.