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The Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G will sport AMD's business-oriented PRO technologies and enhanced security features. (Image source: AMD/CPU-Z - edited)

AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G desktop APU returns to CPU-Z confirming single-thread superiority over Ryzen 7 4700G and Intel Core i9-10900K

An AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G desktop APU engineering sample has had its CPU-Z benchmark results shared, once again showing decent single-thread performance that went beyond the Ryzen 7 4700G and Intel Core i9-10900K. The Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G will be an enterprise-oriented variant of the Cezanne Zen 3 Ryzen 7 5700G APU.
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Apr 2021 13:08
Asus seems to be preparing the ROG Zephyrus M16 laptop for launch. (Image source: Asus (M15)/KATS (M16) - edited)

Upcoming 16-inch Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 laptop specs leak unveiling Intel Core i9-11900H and GeForce RTX 3050 Ti among other delights

An image of an upcoming Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 laptop has been shared confirming that the device is seemingly almost ready for launch. On top of that, at least two models of the novel 16-inch Asus ROG Zephyrus appear to be in the pipeline, with a specs leak revealing an Intel Core i9-11900H CPU and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti GPU as headliners.
Daniel R Deakin, 04 Apr 2021 10:56
The ThinkPad X1 Fold has a foldable OLED touchscreen, but it's no fun in everyday use

The ThinkPad X1 Fold has a foldable OLED touchscreen, but it's no fun in everyday use

The concept of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold is innovative, but neither the hardware nor the software are ready for a foldable convertible. Our review reveals even further problems, and above all, the X1 Fold is simply not fun to use on a daily basis.
Andreas Osthoff, 04 Apr 2021 02:31
A new Legion 2 Pro teaser. (Source: Weibo)

Lenovo reveals the Legion 2 Pro will have a 6.92-inch 144Hz display and a 5,500mAh battery

Lenovo is currently hyping the imminent launch of its second-gen gaming phone with some of its high-powered specs prior to this event. They include its generous FHD+ AMOLED display with its 144Hz refresh rate. It will be kept on with a 5,500mAh battery that will apparently charge at up to 90 watts (W).
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Apr 2021 23:06
Samsung clearing stock on its 2020 Galaxy Chromebook for $599 USD to make room for the Galaxy Chromebook 2 (Source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung clearing stock on its 4K AMOLED 2020 Galaxy Chromebook for $599 USD to make room for the Galaxy Chromebook 2

Both the feisty Fiesta Red and Mercury Gray color options are now much cheaper than what they were when they launched a year ago. The model comes with a 10th gen Core i5-10210U CPU, metal chassis, and 4K touchscreen to be better equipped than most other Chromebooks.
Allen Ngo, 03 Apr 2021 21:18
LG US' new EPA award. (Source: LG)

LG wins a top US award for responsible recycling

The US' Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has conferred a Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) Electronics Challenge Award (Gold Tier) on the electronics giant LG. It has earned this accolade thanks to the recycling programs instituted by the OEM's division in this country. They are credited with keeping tons of old devices out of landfill and, thereby, preventing the concomitant carbon dioxide emissions.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Apr 2021 16:47
The "Moto G60". (Source: TechnikNews)

Moto G60: a new render purports to show the alleged 108MP mid-ranger off for the first time

The Motorola Moto G60 has yet to be launched, yet is already being touted as a device in which a 108MP main camera trickles down into the middle tier of the smartphone market in 2021. A new leak appears to show this phone from all angles, possibly revealing its punch-hole display and 3.5mm headphone jack.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Apr 2021 15:34
The Big Island GPGPU is trading blows with AMD's Instinct MI100. (Image Source: Iluvatar)

Detailed pictures of China's first competitive 7 nm compute GPU emerge, mass production starting soon

The Big Island GPGPU developed by Tianshu Zhixin is produced by TSMC on the 7 nm nodes with 2.5D CoWoS packaging. It integrates 24 billion transistors, is rated for 300 W TGP and the board includes 32 GB of HBM2 VRAM plus a single 8-pin connector. Its performance is comparable to AMD's Instinct MI100.
Bogdan Solca, 03 Apr 2021 15:18
Rocket Lake-S (source: Intel)

Intel is competing against itself, but why?

Intel has officially released its Rocket Lake-S processors, but to many people’s surprise, the new chips are positioned to compete not only with Zen 3 parts but also with the older Comet Lake-S processors.
Column by Stanislav Kokhanyuk, 03 Apr 2021 13:58
AMD has apparently ramped up Ryzen 5000 supply by 20% for Q2 2021. (Image source: AMD/CIO - edited)

AMD ramps up Ryzen 5000 supply to counter Rocket Lake availability advantage

AMD will reportedly improve the supply of its much-desired Ryzen 5000 chips during the second quarter of 2021. Huge demand has overwhelmed the chip designer, leading to price premiums being placed on SKUs like the Ryzen 9 5900X and Ryzen 9 5950X. The supply bump comes just in time to counter Intel’s Rocket Lake series availability.
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Apr 2021 12:53
NBA 2K21 Arcade Edition is one of the latest titles on Apple Arcade. (Image: 2K Games)

Apple announces Arcade expansion with new titles, "Classics" and "Greats" sections added

Apple has announced an expansion to its Apple Arcade subscription gaming service. Along with new titles including NBA 2K21 Arcade Edition, Star Trek: Legends and The Oregon Trail, it has added two new categories called Timeless Classics and App Store Greats.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 03 Apr 2021 11:13
Thousands of games have been affected by Sony's controversial decision. (Image source: PSNow - edited)

PS3, PS Vita, and PSP owners will lose purchase access to a combined 2,200 digital-only games due to upcoming PlayStation Store closures

According to a new report, the upcoming PlayStation Store closures for the PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, and PlayStation Portable will result in the removal from purchase of over 2,200 digital-only games. Ironically, some of these titles will become Xbox exclusives due to this contentious decision by Sony. Even worse, apparently some games will be permanently lost.
Daniel R Deakin, 03 Apr 2021 10:11
The OnePlus 9 Pro also charges wirelessly at up to 50 watts thanks to two battery cells

OnePlus 9 Pro: This is how fast the new smartphone charges

With the OnePlus 9 Pro, the manufacturer has made a great effort to ensure that the battery is quickly full again. It's even supposed to be recharged super fast wirelessly now. We took a look at whether this is true.
Florian Schmitt, 03 Apr 2021 06:45
OnePlus 9 smartphone review

87% OnePlus 9 smartphone review: Strong OnePlus phone without major progress

An improved Xiaomi Mi 11? The OnePlus 9 offers very good technical features on paper, but is it worth it to make the switch from the OnePlus 8T? And can the cameras of the OnePlus phone live up to the hype surrounding the cooperation with the renowned Swedish manufacturer Hasselblad? Our review of the OnePlus 9 will reveal the answers to this.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G, Adreno 660, 6.55", 192 g
Marcus Herbrich, 03 Apr 2021 06:32
iQOO hypes a new flagship launch. (Source: Twitter)

The Legendary Edition of the iQOO 7 is slated to launch in India soon

The premium smartphone brand iQOO has teased a new launch for a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888-powered device in India. A prominent leaker asserts that it is not merely the iQOO 7, but the BMW-themed Legendary version. It will cost ~US$545 at the most in its new market.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2021 23:37
The first-gen Huawei Display. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei releases its 23.8-inch monitor to the UK market

The electronics giant Huawei launched its first PC display in 2020. This 23.8-inch peripheral has an FHD IPS panel, and is mostly directed at enterprise-grade customers. It is also now available in a new market: the UK.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2021 23:05
Google could use its own silicon on the Pixel 6 series

The Pixel 6 series will be the first to debut Google's in-house silicon codenamed Whitechapel

Google will reportedly use its own custom SoCs codenamed Whitechapel in the Google Pixel 6 and Google Pixel 6 XL. The smartphones, codenamed 'Raven' and 'Oriole', will be launched together sometime this fall.
Anil Satyanarayana, 02 Apr 2021 21:33
The Core i9-11900K is one of Intel's new desktop processors with a UHD Graphics 750 GPU. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Intel Rocket Lake-S: UHD Graphics 750 GPU drivers will be ready a 'few weeks from now'

Intel is yet to publish GPU drivers for the UHD Graphics 750, the iGPU that it has included in its new Rocket Lake-S processors. According to a company Vice President, the drivers will not be ready for a few weeks, despite processors like the Core i5-11600K and Core i9-11900K being available to purchase.
Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2021 21:24
Acer Swift 5 SF514-55T-58DN

85% Acer Swift 5 SF514-55T Laptop review: Slim allrounder on EVO basis

Tiger Lake moves ahead. The Acer Swift 5 SF514 comes with Intel's EVO label and combines a Tiger Lake CPU with a slim design and good mobility. Our detailed review clarifies what buyers can expect from the 14-inch laptop.
Intel Core i5-1135G7, Iris Xe G7 80EUs, 14", 1 kg
Mike Wobker, 02 Apr 2021 19:19
The original Z Flip. (Source: Samsung)

Galaxy Z Flip 2021: new leaks purport to reveal the foldable's battery specs ahead of its launch

The projected 2021 upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip hint that this upcoming clamshell foldable will have a improved display and design compared to its forebear. Then again, a new leak suggests it will also stick with the underwhelming battery capacity of yesteryear.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2021 19:06
The Galaxy A80. (Source: Samsung)

The Samsung Galaxy A82 allegedly appears in a new leak revealing its SoC, RAM and display specs

A device called the Samsung Galaxy A Quantum 2 - possibly the South Korean product name for the A82 - has appeared on the Google Play Console A82. According to its new leaks, it will launch with 6GB of RAM, an FHD+ screen and the former flagship Snapdragon 855 Plus processor.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2021 18:22
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Portal wireless gaming headphones now available (Source: Bang & Olufsen)

Beoplay Portal: Bang & Olufsen intros its first wireless gaming headphones

Beoplay Portal is the first wireless gaming headset from Bang & Olufsen. With a rather sober design, the Beoplay Portal comes with an all-new virtual boom arm, adaptive active noise cancellation, Dolby Atmos for Headphones support, and up to 24 hours of autonomy. Those interested can already purchase it for US$499.
Codrut Nistor, 02 Apr 2021 17:10
The thin and light chassis that Razer employs for its 14-inch models could prove too restrictive for higher-TGP dGPUs. (Image Source: Razer)

Razer's upcoming AMD-powered 14-inch laptops might get low-TGP RTX 3000 dGPU options only, R9 5900HX + RTX 3070 Max-Q configuration spotted

The inclusion of the RTX 3070 Max-Q mobile dGPU seems to be suggesting that Razer's thin and light chassis on the upcoming AMD-powered 14-inch models only allow for lower-TGP dGPU options. Can Razer also add an RTX 3080 Max-Q and are these options really making sense for such price premiums when Lenovo is offering the Max-P versions on the Legion 5 Pro and Legion 7 with superior price/performance ratios?
Column by Bogdan Solca, 02 Apr 2021 17:02
A first look at the Reno6 series? (Source: TENAA via GizmoChina)

The OPPO Reno6 series is tipped to launch with the new Dimensity 1200 processor

The OPPO Reno5 smartphones has been around for about 6 months now; therefore, going by this line's usual release cycle, it might nearly be time for a 6 series launch. New leaks suggest that they are indeed in the works, and will debut with similar premium mid-range specs, although at least 1 variant might get a newer SoC.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2021 16:22
TSMC to the rescue. (Image Source: Asia Times)

TSMC wants to solve the global chip shortages with $100 billion investment in new worldwide production facilities

TSMC is ready to implement a solution for the ongoing global semiconductor shortages that will require $100 billion in investments. The plan is to build new production facilities in the U.S., Europe and Taiwan and have these ready by 2023. In order to implement the plan, however, TSMC is asking all of its customers to accept full production costs with no wafer price discounts throughout the entire 2022.
Bogdan Solca, 02 Apr 2021 16:14
The new "MeowBook" teaser. (Source: Realme)

Rumor | Realme’s upcoming laptop, smart speaker and VR headset are to be Meow-themed

Some Realme fans might already be aware of Realmeow, this OEM’s recently-unveiled visor-rocking feline mascot. Now, some official-looking Twitter accounts allege that this character is to become much more to the brand. In fact, it is due to be rolled out as a smart assistant soon.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2021 15:24
LineageOS 18.1 is now live and available for numerous devices. (Image source: LineageOS)

LineageOS 18.1 based on Android 11 goes live for 70 devices

The LineageOS team has finally released version 18.1 of its OS. LineageOS 18.1 is available for 70 devices, including many that are unlikely to receive Android 11 officially. LineageOS 18.1 contains several new features beyond those that Google introduced with Android 11, too.
Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2021 15:21
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Carbon is the lightest Yoga laptop to date

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Carbon is the lightest Yoga laptop to date

Low weight has not been the focus of the Lenovo Yoga series so far. The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Carbon offers a welcome change - it proves that Lenovo should use particularly light materials like carbon more often.
Benjamin Herzig, 02 Apr 2021 15:05
Cortana on Android and iOS is no more. (Image source: Microsoft)

Cortana on Android and iOS is no more; Microsoft recommends using its To Do app instead

Microsoft has pulled the Cortana apps for Android and iOS from their respective app stores. The move comes after Microsoft announced that it would stop supporting its Cortana mobile apps, but it also has disabled functionality on existing installations. Microsoft recommends using its To Do app or the Cortana Windows 10 app, instead.
Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2021 15:01
The LG Wing may be one of the last smartphones that LG releases. (Image source: LG)

LG Mobile's closure would be a sad loss for smartphone fans

According to a new report, LG has decided to close its smartphone mobile division. LG will publicly announce its decision on April 5, bringing to an end a smartphone company that innovated where others did not. Unfortunately, the LG Wing could prove to be the final flagship LG smartphone that comes to market.
Column by Alex Alderson, 02 Apr 2021 14:47
The Mi Smart Band 6 has received a sleep breathing quality monitor update. (Image source: Xiaomi/Gearbest - edited)

Mi Smart Band 6 China version goes on sale on AliExpress from US$44.97 as Xiaomi's new fitness tracker gets a sleep-breathing monitor update

Eager Xiaomi fans outside of China can now order the new Mi Smart Band 6 from AliExpress, with prices starting from US$44.97. The NFC model is also available for purchase although the payment feature likely won’t function outside of China. A Mi Fit app update has introduced a useful sleep breathing quality monitor to the fitness tracker.
Daniel R Deakin, 02 Apr 2021 13:39
A 2023 iPhone SE could feature a notchless punch hole display. (Image: Cult of Mac)

A notchless iPhone of our dreams could launch as a redesigned iPhone SE in 2023

Apple’s next iPhone SE refresh is expected to feature the same “classic” design and 4.7-inch LCD display when it launches in 2022. However, it sounds like a purported 2023 iPhone SE model will be much more interesting with a rumored 6.1-inch display with a punch hole camera cut out instead of a notch.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 02 Apr 2021 12:10
The Casio G-Shock GSW-H1000 is a ruggedized Wear OS smartwatch. (Image: Casio)

First Casio Wear OS-based G-Shock smartwatch has been launched

Casio has just rolled out its first Wear OS-powered G-Shock smartwatch. The new GSW-H1000 is the latest in a line of famous ruggedized watches from the Japanese timepiece maker and is part of its new G-Squad range.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 02 Apr 2021 11:45
The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra has been nicknamed "The SuperPhone" for its India promotional marketing run. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Mi 11 Ultra and Mi 11 Pro sales rake in the equivalent of over US$182 million in 60 seconds for Xiaomi as the "SuperPhone" has its India price tag leaked

The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra and Mi 11 Pro are already proving themselves to be big sellers for the Chinese manufacturer, by collectively raking in more than 1.2 billion yuan in sales in just one minute. The price tag for the Mi 11 Ultra in India, where it is being promoted as the SuperPhone, has apparently been leaked a few weeks before launch.
Daniel R Deakin, 02 Apr 2021 11:22
Concept render of the Huawei P50 Pro. (Source: LetsGoDigital)

Details of Huawei P50 series' cameras revealed: Huge sensors for even the vanilla Huawei P50

Huawei is geared to release its next set of flagship devices, the Huawei P50 series, shortly. A leak has thrown light on the phones' camera hardware, revealing huge sensors across the board. However, expectant fans may be disappointed considering the hardware we've already seen on Xiaomi's show-stopping Mi 11 Ultra.
Ricci Rox, 02 Apr 2021 10:24
Killer 2.5G Ethernet USB-C Adapter

The Killer 2.5G Ethernet to USB-C Adapter offers blazing fast connectivity and intelligent networking for gamers and power users on the move

Killer instincts. OEMs are fast ditching the Ethernet port in pursuit of thin and light form factors. Despite the availability of newer Wi-Fi standards, Ethernet is still the preferred connectivity option for gamers and power users. The Killer 2.5G Ethernet USB-C Adapter brings the best of Killer's acclaimed networking features in a compact adapter that looks and plays the part. In this article, we explore the Killer 2.5G Ethernet adapter and test it ourselves to see what makes it tick. (Sponsored article.)
A‏d, 02 Apr 2021 10:14
A redesigned 2021 iMac could feature 12-core M1-based Apple Silicon, popularly known as the "M1X". (Image source: Apple/MattTalksTech - edited)

M1-based Apple Silicon, possibly 12-core M1X, set to power upcoming colorful 24-inch and 31.5-inch iMac devices

A leaker has offered up some clues in regard to upcoming redesigned Apple iMacs. According to the details, the iMac computers will feature considerable changes on the outside and on the inside. This includes being powered by M1-based Apple Silicon, which could end up being the oft-rumored 12-core M1X chip.
Daniel R Deakin, 02 Apr 2021 09:23
Doogee X95 Pro Smartphone Review: Face ID and Android 10 For $100

71% Doogee X95 Pro Smartphone Review: Face ID and Android 10 For $100

Just enough and nothing more. How many corners must you cut when aiming for such a low price point? Not as much as one might expect, apparently. The Doogee X95 Pro works well as a backup smartphone or even as a primary for undemanding users.
Mediatek Helio A20 MT6761D, PowerVR GE8300, 6.52", 177 g
Allen Ngo, 02 Apr 2021 07:12
AYA NEO AMD gaming handheld is starting to look like a GPD WIN 3 killer (Source: Aya Neo)

AYA NEO AMD gaming handheld is starting to look like a GPD WIN 3 killer

Low-power CPUs have advanced so much these past few years that they can even run the latest games at 720p and decent frame rates. The AYA NEO will be one of the first handhelds to run on a 6-core Ryzen 5 4500U Renoir CPU designed for on-the-go gaming.
Allen Ngo, 02 Apr 2021 04:43
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold laptop in review: Revolutionary or overpriced experiment?

78% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold laptop in review: Revolutionary or overpriced experiment?

Foldable OLED tablet. With the ThinkPad X1 Fold, Lenovo presents the first laptop with a foldable OLED panel. However, it has to deal with many limitations in everyday use. We want to find out whether the X1 Fold justifies the high price or whether you should rather avoid the technology experiment.
Intel Core i5-L16G7, UHD Graphics G7 (Lakefield GT2 64 EU), 13.3", 1.2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 02 Apr 2021 02:03
The Xiaomi MIJIA Robot Vacuum Cleaner Pro retails for CNY 2,699 (~US$410). (Image source: Xiaomi)

MIJIA Robot Vacuum Cleaner Pro: Xiaomi unveils its Roomba and Roborock-challenger with a 3D ToF camera for precise obstacle avoidance

Xiaomi has presented a new robot vacuum, the MIJIA Robot Vacuum Cleaner Pro. The company claims that the vacuum can automatically avoid small items, such as cables, thanks to its 3D ToF camera.
Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2021 21:56
The BLEU JOUR Wave retails for €259 and ships globally. (Image source: BLEU JOUR)

BLEU JOUR Wave: A mini-PC that is based on NUC Compute Elements

BLEU JOUR has introduced the Wave, its latest mini-PC. The compact machine uses Intel NUC Compute Elements, which should make it simple to upgrade.
Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2021 21:49
The Analogue Pocket can play cartridges from multiple platforms natively, including the Game Boy Advance. (Image source: Analogue)

Analogue Pocket: Luxury Game Boy lookalike delayed again until October 2021

The Analogue Pocket is, arguably, one of the most exciting retro consoles thanks to its ability to play cartridges natively. Unfortunately, the ongoing chip shortage has delayed the console's release again, this time until October 2021.
Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2021 21:30
Samsung is expected to release new Galaxy Buds and Galaxy Watch devices this year, Buds Live and Watch 3 pictured. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung is preparing to release the Galaxy Buds 2

The latest version of Samsung's Galaxy Wearable app contains references to not just new Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Watch Active devices, but also the Galaxy Buds 2. The Wearable app states that Samsung has codenamed the earbuds 'berry.'
Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2021 21:14
The OPTIX MAG301RF requires 33% more GPU power than a conventional 1080p gaming monitor. (Image source: MSI)

MSI OPTIX MAG301RF: A 29.5-inch gaming monitor with a 21:9 aspect ratio, 1 ms response times and a 200 Hz refresh rate that costs US$399

MSI has unveiled the OPTIX MAG301RF, its latest ultra-wide gaming monitor. The MAG301RF has a 29.5-inch panel that runs at 2,560 x 1,080 pixels, with a 200 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response times. The MAG301RF should be available in a month for about US$399.
Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2021 20:42
The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra has a multi-stage cooling system and a huge primary camera. (Image source: XYZone)

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra teardown reveals its elaborate cooling system and the giant ISOCELL GN2 camera system

Xiaomi's Mi 11 Ultra has been torn down, and its new ISOCELL GN2 camera is just as large as it looks on the outside. The teardown video reveals the Mi 11 Ultra's extensive cooling system, too.
Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2021 20:35
Graphics cards will probably be like gold dust in a year, if Foxconn is correct. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Foxconn predicts that the global chip shortage will remain until at least mid-2022

According to a new report, Foxconn believes that the current chip shortage will continue until at least the middle of next year. Foxconn, which supplies parts to Apple, Dell, Nintendo, and Sony, expects the situation to worsen between now and then.
Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2021 20:30
MINISFORUM HM50 now up for pre-order (Source: MINISFORUM)

AMD Ryzen 5 4500U-driven MINISFORUM HM50 mini PC now up for pre-order

MINISFORUM's first mini PC of the month has a Ryzen 5 4500U inside, can be pre-ordered with 16/256 GB or 16/512 GB of memory/storage, and shipments should begin at the end of the month. The prices start at US$699 for the first configuration and go up to US$739 for the second one.
Codrut Nistor, 01 Apr 2021 20:28
An existing Yoga Tab. (Source: Lenovo)

The FCC clears Lenovo's new Yoga Tab 13 for launch

Repeated leaks have pointed to the imminent arrival of a new member of the Lenovo Yoga Tab series. Now, the FCC has certified a device going by this device's alleged model number, indicating that it is destined for the US market, at least. It may launch there with the Snapdragon 870 processor, and, thus, as an Android slate.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Apr 2021 19:51
The Lenovo Legion 2 Pro gaming smartphone made quite an impression on the Master Lu benchmark

Lenovo Legion 2 Pro handily outperforms the Asus ROG Phone 5 in leaked benchmarks

Lenovo's upcoming gaming smartphone, the Legion 2 Pro, just showed up on the Master Lu benchmark database. It managed to defeat the Asus ROG Phone 5 by a somewhat narrow margin, with a total score of 962,115, which is a tad higher than the latter's score of 947,284. Lenovo will launch the smartphone in China on April 8.
Anil Satyanarayana, 01 Apr 2021 17:09
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