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Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i: New premium prosumer laptops with miniLED screens and GeForce RTX 4070

Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i: New premium prosumer laptops with miniLED screens and GeForce RTX 4070

Lenovo is expanding its consumer lineup with a new high-end series. The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i will be available in two sizes and powerful components like the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 as well as miniLED screens. We were able to take a ...
Benjamin Herzig, 28 Mar 2023 15:05
The new Yoga Pro 7-series design. (Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 and Pro 7i (14.5-inch, 8) are touted as new all-round work PCs with up to RTX 4050 graphics

Lenovo has unveiled the Ryzen 7000-powered Yoga Pro 7, and its Raptor Lake-based counterpart the Pro 7i, each with a choice of either RTX 3050 or 4050 discrete graphics. The two new laptop variants also boast the same up-to-3K/120...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Mar 2023 15:00
Exploration seems to be a popular genre for free indie games lately. (Image source: Steam)

3 short and sweet free casual games on Steam that are criminally underrated

There's no shortage of expansive open-world games and PvP arena shooters on Steam that have no regard for your time, or narrative games with exorbitantly long, winding stories that take forever to get to the point. There's somethi...
Julian van der Merwe, 26 Mar 2023 22:24
Huawei MateBook D 15 (2022) laptop review

84% Huawei MateBook D 15 (2022) review: A laptop reminiscent of the MacBook Pro

Premium or budget? With the MateBook D 15 (2022), Huawei is offering a premium and compact 15.6-inch, office laptop with a MacBook-style design. With 16 GB of RAM, low emissions despite high-level system performance and long battery life, plenty of qualities are on offer. However, in terms of connectivity and display it becomes clear we are dealing with a budget laptop, therefore, the price is crucial.
Intel Core i5-1155G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | 15.60" | 1.6 kg
Marvin Gollor, 26 Mar 2023 16:38
Medion Erazer Beast X40 review: Gaming laptop with with RTX 4090

Medion Erazer Beast X40: High-end gaming with RTX 4090 and optional water cooling

With the Core i9-13900HX and GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop, Medion has given the Erazer Beast X40 the latest and most powerful hardware available right now. The device also features a fast 16:10 screen (2,560 x 1,600), a mechanical keyb...
Sascha Mölck, 25 Mar 2023 16:36
Nvidia Game Ready Driver 531.41 notification and details in GeForce Experience (Source: Own)

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 531.41 now available with support for DLSS 2-enhanced Diablo IV open beta and more

In addition to getting their systems ready for Diablo IV's open beta release with DLSS 2 enhancements, the 531.41 driver package also provides the users of Nvidia GPUs with support for Forza Horizon 5's DLSS 3 update, the technolo...
Codrut Nistor, 24 Mar 2023 15:57
GPD's next product could be a return to the Win 2 and Win 2 Max. (Image source: Cary Golomb)

Next-generation GPD gaming handheld shows a return to the Win 2 and Win 2 Max

Early details about a new GPD gaming handheld have surfaced online. While the Win 4 expanded on the design of the Win 3, a new GPD product will hark back to the old Win 2 and Win 2 Max with a mini laptop form factor.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2023 15:30
Medion Erazer Beast X40 review: Gaming notebook with RTX 4090

88% Medion Erazer Beast X40 review: Gaming notebook with RTX 4090

Overhaul. Go big, not go home: With the Core i9-13900HX and GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop, Medion has given this notebook the latest and most powerful hardware available right now. The device also features a fast 16:10 screen (2,560 x 1,600), a mechanical keyboard and a pretty good battery life.
Intel Core i9-13900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU | 17.00" | 2.9 kg
Sascha Mölck, 24 Mar 2023 14:18
Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 G8 2023 convertible in review: Intel Raptor Lake disappoints

89% Lenovo Yoga 9i 14 G8 2023 convertible in review: Intel Raptor Lake disappoints

Premiere for the Core i7-1360P. The new G8 model of Lenovo's high-end Yoga 9i 14 convertible is the first device with Intel's new Raptor Lake mobile processor. However, our review reveals only minor improvements and the new Intel CPUs are disappointing, especially in regard to the integrated graphics.
Intel Core i7-1360P | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 14.00" | 1.4 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 24 Mar 2023 13:04
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 and Slim 5i rock up to 1080p webcams. (Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo Legion Slim 5 and Slim 5i (16”, 8) launched with latest AMD Ryzen and Intel Raptor Lake processors and plenty of GPU options

Lenovo has announced the 16-inch Legion Slim 5 and Slim 5i gaming laptops featuring AMD and Intel chips and up to RTX 4070 GPUs. The notebooks boast 16:10 displays, optional 4-zone RGB keyboards, fast charge-capable 80 Wh batterie...
Fawad Murtaza, 23 Mar 2023 17:40
The Dell Latitude 5340 is powered by a 13th Gen Intel Core i7 and is uses recycled plastics in its chassis. (All images via Dell)

Dell debuts Latitude 5340, 5440, and 5540 business laptops with 13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake CPUs

Dell's latest Latitude 5000-series laptops boast 13th Gen Intel processors. Additionally, Dell focused on sustainability with the manufacture of these machines, increasing its use of recyclable plastics by up to 64%.
Sam Medley, 23 Mar 2023 17:00
Lenovo Legion Slim 7i and Legion Slim 7 have a 1080p webcam with a built-in privacy shutter. (Source: Lenovo)

Gen 8 Lenovo Legion Slim 7 and Slim 7i are official with up to a Core i9-13900H/Ryzen 9 7940HS CPU and RTX 4070 GPU

Lenovo has announced the 2023 Legion Slim 7i and Slim 7 devices with high-end Intel and AMD CPUs respectively. In addition to packing roughly the same internal hardware, the laptops feature optional per-key RGB illuminated keyboar...
Fawad Murtaza, 23 Mar 2023 16:04
The Lenovo LOQ 15APH8 gaming laptop brings mid-range specs at an entry-level budget. (All images via Lenovo)

Lenovo launches LOQ gaming laptops aimed at budget-conscious gamers

Lenovo's LOQ gaming laptops feature the latest Intel or AMD CPUs, a mid-range Nvidia GPU, and an aggressive price designed to help new gamers break into the hobby.
Sam Medley, 23 Mar 2023 14:00
AI prompts in Opera Browser (Source: Own)

Opera and Opera GX get AI-powered tools

With yesterday's update, Opera Browser and Opera GX received a set of AI-powered tools. Now in a public testing stage, these features include sidebar access to ChatGPT and ChatSonic, as well as smart AI Prompts, which allow the us...
Codrut Nistor, 23 Mar 2023 10:47
The new 9-in-1 dock. (Source: UGREEN)

UGREEN 9-in-1 USB-C Docking Station launches with inaugural DisplayLink technology and Gigabit Ethernet

UGREEN has announced that its latest USB type-C dock accessory has upgraded to integrate a 1Gb/s RJ-45 port, as well as a new DisplayLink chipset for its dual-monitor support. It allows the user to either extend the display conten...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Mar 2023 20:09
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 G3 review - Business laptop is worse with Intel and Nvidia

86% Lenovo ThinkPad T14 G3 review - Business laptop is worse with Intel and Nvidia

Better with AMD or Intel? After we already tested the ThinkPad T14 G3 with the AMD processor, we now take a look at the version with an Intel Core i7-1260P and dedicated GeForce MX550. Which configuration offers a higher performance and longer battery life? And is the GeForce GPU worthwhile compared to the fast Radeon 680M iGPU?
Intel Core i7-1260P | NVIDIA GeForce MX550 | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 21 Mar 2023 23:00
Roam, survive, and fight all manner of mechanical monsters in Horizon: Zero Dawn. (Image Source: Steam)

4 vast open-world games in the Steam Spring Sale that can be thoroughly explored for under US$20

Open-world games have always been popular, but the technical advancements that have taken place in the last decade have really enabled the open-world subtype to take over. If you have a knack for exploration, survival, or even jus...
Julian van der Merwe, 21 Mar 2023 07:17
Sable features the striking, stylised graphics and intricate puzzles typical of a platformer. (Image source: Steam)

Steam Spring Sale: 4 fan-favourite platform games on sale for under US$15

Platformers, especially of the 2D variety, have sort of had a resurgence of late. Perhaps this is in response to the ever-increasing race towards realism at the expense of fun, or perhaps it's simply one of the effects of nostalgi...
Julian van der Merwe, 20 Mar 2023 09:01
Colorful lights, powerful hardware, and not much more: Asus ROG Strix G17

Focus on gaming performance: Asus ROG Strix G17 with remarkable single purpose

With a Ryzen 9, RTX 4070, and 240-Hz panel, all the basics are in place for a gaming laptop. Our test shows that the hardware also keeps its promises. At the same time, the overall package might be too lopsided for some interested...
Mario Petzold, 19 Mar 2023 19:36
Titanfall 2 is a cult classic for a reason. (Image source: Steam)

Steam Spring Sale violently slashes prices on 4 combat-first action games

In gaming, there are few things more satisfying than well-implemented combat mechanics, whether it be the swish of a blade, or the thunderclap of a hand cannon. If ultraviolence and combat are things you look for in games, the Ste...
Julian van der Merwe, 19 Mar 2023 01:22
We took Hide.me Windows VPN app for a spin and came away impressed. (Image source: Hide.me)

Hide.me VPN offers free to use private web searching with no sign-up required

CheckSum Hide.me VPN app is worth giving a try for those out of love with having to disclose e-mail addresses and other personal details to companies no-one's ever heard of. The data cap is comfortably high, too.
Sergey Tarasov, 18 Mar 2023 04:57
The Steam Spring Sale is in full swing. (Image source: Steam)

Kick off the Steam Spring Sale with 4 enthralling story-rich games at steep discounts

When it comes to gaming events, there are few that generate as much hype as Steam's seasonal sales. Steam's Spring Sale runs from March 16 to March 23, 2023, and there are some spectacular deals to be had on some of the best games...
Julian van der Merwe, 18 Mar 2023 04:19
Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 2023

Asus ships the ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 with AMD's Ryzen 9 7945HX, the fastest mobile processor available

The new 2023 model of the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 offers many highlights including the new GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop or the new 240 Hz Mini-LED screen. Asus also uses the new AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX, which beats Intel's HX CPUs and is a...
Andreas Osthoff, 17 Mar 2023 23:16
Asus ROG Strix G17 G713PI: Gaming laptop impresses in the test with the new Ryzen 9

88% Asus ROG Strix G17 G713PI: Gaming laptop impresses in the test with the new Ryzen 9

Ravenous hardware. The ROG Strix G17 with the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX and RTX 4070 is well equipped for current and future games with similarly current and powerful hardware. Together with RGB illumination all around and a 240-Hertz IPS display, it leaves hardly any gaming desires unfulfilled. On the other hand, our test reveals not only some expected weaknesses.
AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU | 17.30" | 2.8 kg
Mario Petzold, 17 Mar 2023 18:46
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 in review

79% Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 Review: Office laptop relies on AMD Ryzen 5 Barcelo-U

For the home office. The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 laptop is primarily intended for desk-based office work and does its job well. Positive aspects of the laptop include a strong AMD Ryzen 5 Barcelo APU, moderate emissions, a colorful 17.3-inch FHD screen, and USB-C-power delivery.
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 7 | 17.30" | 2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 17 Mar 2023 12:50
The versatile 4G LTE version of Surface Pro X with 16GB of memory and the SQ2 chip has received a huge discount on Amazon (Image: Microsoft)

Deal | Microsoft Surface Pro X with 4G LTE, SQ2 and 16GB RAM discounted by 64% on Amazon

Although the ARM-based Microsoft Surface Pro X may not be the most successful device the software behemoth's lineup, the good-looking 4G LTE Windows tablet may be worth consideration for some users as it is currently sold at a hug...
Enrico Frahn, 16 Mar 2023 20:25
Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 Notebook Review: Multitasking monster with AMD Zen4, RTX 4090 & Mini-LED

88% Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 Notebook Review: Multitasking monster with AMD Zen4, RTX 4090 & Mini-LED

Debut for the AMD Zen4 Ryzen 9 7945HX. Asus refreshes its ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and uses the best components you can currently get. The new GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop is supported by AMD’s Ryzen 9 7945HX, the fastest mobile CPU right now. The manufacturer also replaces the 4K screen with a new WQHD Mini-LED panel with 240 Hz, which is supported by a secondary 4K screen. Update: sRGB profile is included
AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.7 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 15 Mar 2023 13:51
The 8th generation of the Lenovo Yoga 6 13 uses the fast AMD R7-7730U.

Elegant and fast convertible: Only the fabric cover slows down the Lenovo Yoga 6

The new AMD Ryzen 7 7730U is particularly quiet, but also provides a lot of computing power. This is due to the performance profiles, which are cleverly tuned to the tablet- and notebook modes. And there is the display cover, whic...
Mario Petzold, 15 Mar 2023 10:46
GeForce Experience app after updating to Game Ready Driver 531.29 (Source: Own)

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 531.29 arrives without any visible changes, fixing stability and high CPU usage issues in 531.18

Although the stability issues in Assassin’s Creed Origins and a few other problems remain unresolved, the 531.29 Game Ready Driver package for Nvidia GeForce GPUs comes to patch bugs such as high CPU usage after exiting games, Ado...
Codrut Nistor, 15 Mar 2023 09:18
Lenovo Yoga 6 Gen8 review: Convertible with new Ryzen 7 7730U and fabric cover

88% Lenovo Yoga 6 Gen8 review: Convertible with new Ryzen 7 7730U and fabric cover

Smooth and elegant. Visually, Lenovo's Yoga 6 definitely stands out due to its colour-accentuated, fabric-covered display lid. The mobile Ryzen 7 also earns some plus points, not only offering high performance, but also fitting almost perfectly into the elegant convertible thanks to other features.
AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (Ryzen 4000/5000) | 13.30" | 1.4 kg
Mario Petzold, 14 Mar 2023 13:15
Grab a new gaming PC this weekend. (Source: Lenovo)

Deal | Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 7 (Intel) with RTX 3070 Ti up to US$930 off in latest sale

Lenovo US has announced a sale this weekend (March 11-12, 2023) on a range of Legion-brand desktops and laptops. The best offers on these gaming PCs include a total of 34% off the 16-inch 7i Gen 7 with an Alder Lake-HX processor w...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Mar 2023 16:30
AMD Ryzen 7000 (symbolic picture, source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen 7 7730U & Ryzen 5 7530U initial benchmarks - Zen 3 is still competitive

AMD uses new Zen 4 CPUs but also Zen 3 and even Zen 2 CPUs for its mobile Ryzen 7000 line-up. We have initial benchmark results for the two new chips Ryzen 7 7730U and Ryzen 5 7530U and compare the results with the new Raptor Lake Core i7-1360P as well as last year's Ryzen 7 6800U.
Andreas Osthoff, 10 Mar 2023 22:28
Razer Blade 15 OLED (early 2022) review: A compact gaming laptop with an RTX 3070 Ti

90% Razer Blade 15 OLED (early 2022) review: A compact gaming laptop with an RTX 3070 Ti

Re-polished. The current incarnation of the Blade 15 still continues to rely on potent Alder Lake and Ampere hardware but also offers an enticing upgrade: Razer has gone for a high-contrast OLED display (QHD) complete with a high refresh rate (240 Hz) and excellent color space coverage.
Intel Core i9-12900H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU | 15.60" | 2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 09 Mar 2023 22:52
LG Gram 17 with an RTX 2050 - Maybe too light?

LG Gram 17 with an RTX 2050 - Maybe too light?

A 17-inch laptop with a dGPU, weighing only 1,407 grams. Hardly any other device in our database boasts so much potential power while remaining as light and compact as this 17-inch laptop with a QHD display. But, is the LG Gram 17...
Marc Herter, 09 Mar 2023 14:51
(Concept by Kamer Kaan Avdan)

Windows 12 builds could soon be tested on a new Canary Channel for insiders

The test builds coming via the new Canary Channel include major changes to the Windows kernel plus new APIs and “longer-lead time” features, so Microsoft is clearly hinting at a Windows 11 successor launching in a few years.
Bogdan Solca, 08 Mar 2023 19:43
War Thunder 2.25 ''Sky Guardians" update now available (Source: Own)

War Thunder 2.25 ''Sky Guardians" now available with new graphical effects, first French ships, and more

Unleashed earlier today, War Thunder 2.25 "Sky Guardians" comes with the first French ships and the super-heavy Char FCM 2C tank, 18 new and updated aircraft, new locations and missions, as well as updated visual effects. The size...
Codrut Nistor, 07 Mar 2023 16:54
HP ProBook 440 G9 Review: Efficient Core i7-1255U laptop without shine

85% HP ProBook 440 G9 Review: Efficient Core i7-1255U laptop without shine

The main thing is safe. Stable, stowed away easily thanks to the compact 14-inch chassis, and by no means underpowered, the HP ProBook 440 G9 shines with sobriety. It offers necessary equipment for mobile work, leaves plenty of room for expansion, and provides a whole range of security features. Our review shows aspects where the ProBook 440 G9 excels.
Intel Core i7-1255U | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 14.00" | 1.4 kg
Mario Petzold, 06 Mar 2023 06:30
Microsoft Surface Pro 9 ARM review - The high-end ARM convertible disappoints

87% Microsoft Surface Pro 9 ARM review - The high-end ARM convertible disappoints

5G and fanless. Microsoft offers its new Surface Pro 9 now also with an ARM processor, which brings some advantages such as integrated 5G connectivity and fanless operation. On the other hand, the performance also turns out significantly worse than that of the Intel version, despite the higher price.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 690 | 13.00" | 883 g
Andreas Osthoff, 05 Mar 2023 19:12
Asus ExpertBook B5 Flip OLED in review: 2-in-1 laptop with Active Stylus and good runtimes

87% Asus ExpertBook B5 Flip OLED in review: 2-in-1 laptop with Active Stylus and good runtimes

Matte touchscreen. The flagship of the B5 Flip is a large, matte 16-inch OLED touchscreen in a work-friendly 16:10 format (3,840 x 2,400 pixels). With Intel's Arc-A350M GPU, a relatively new, so far rarely encountered entry-level graphics core is on board.
Intel Core i7-1260P | Intel Arc A350M | 16.00" | 1.8 kg
Sascha Mölck, 05 Mar 2023 13:47
Is this deal worth swooping on? (Source: Lenovo)

Deal | Get a new ThinkPad for as little as US$249

Lenovo US has announced the start of its annual sale today (March 3, 2023), an event with savings of up to 75% on a range of ThinkPads, reducing one model in particular to just under US$250 in price. However, despite this attracti...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Mar 2023 18:57
LG Gram 17Z90Q-E.AD78G review - A super lightweight 17-inch laptop with a dGPU

86% LG Gram 17 review - A super light 17-inch laptop with a modest dGPU

Finally with a dGPU The Nvidia GeForce RTX 2050-equipped, 2022 LG Gram 17 weighs only 57 grams more than its counterpart - a device which comes without a dedicated graphics card. On top of this, the laptop offers a 12th-generation Intel Core i7 and 32GB of RAM. Despite having more powerful hardware, the battery on offer here lasts longer than its predecessors.
Intel Core i7-1260P | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile | 17.00" | 1.4 kg
Marc Herter, 03 Mar 2023 14:58
AI-powered Bing now comes to the Windows 11 taskbar. (Image Source: Microsoft)

Windows 11 Moment 2 update brings AI-powered Bing to the taskbar among other noteworthy changes, can brick taskbar tweaks like StartAllBack

A new Windows 11 update has dropped bringing with it the much-hyped AI-powered Bing directly to the taskbar. The new update also offers energy saving recommendations, Braille display support in Narrator, tablet mode improvements, ...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 02 Mar 2023 18:16
MSI Titan GT77 HX 13V Review - Ultimate Gaming Laptop with RTX 4090 & Core i9-13950HX

89% MSI Titan GT77 HX 13V Review - Ultimate Gaming Laptop with RTX 4090 & Core i9-13950HX

World’s first 4K 144 Hz Mini-LED panel. The new MSI Titan GT77 HX 13 VI is an impressive showcase for a gaming laptop in 2023 and combines the fastest components you can get right now including the blazing-fast GeForce RTX 4090, which delivers sufficient performance for the brand-new 4K Mini-LED screen with 144 Hz. Update: Retest of the retail unit with Core i9-13980HX
Intel Core i9-13950HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU | 17.30" | 3.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 02 Mar 2023 15:52
RTX Video Super Resolution in action (Source: Nvidia)

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 531.18 now available with RTX Video Super Resolution and more

The new driver package for GeForce GPUs arrived yesterday and, in addition to various optimizations for titles such as Atomic Heart or The Finals, it packs RTX Video Super Resolution support. This technology upscales videos and re...
Codrut Nistor, 01 Mar 2023 22:39
NiPoGi GK3 Plus N95

68% NiPoGi GK3 Plus N95 reviewed: A compact mini PC with an Intel N95 for office use

A modern SoC for everday office use! The Chinese system manufacturer is marketing a new office mini PC going by the name of NiPoGi GK3 Plus N95. With an Intel Pentium N95, the NiPoGi GK3 Plus N95 is based on Intel's current Alder Lake N SoC which was first demoed at CES at the beginning of 2023. In our extensive review, find out how well the brand-new SoC performs and how the NiPoGi GK3 Plus N95 negotiates our test course.
Intel Processor N95 | Intel UHD Graphics 24EUs (Alder Lake-N) | 381 g
Sebastian Bade, 01 Mar 2023 16:26
2023 ThinkPads hands on: Z13 with new touchpad, X13 with new design, 64 GB RAM for the T14 G4

MWC 2023 | 2023 ThinkPads hands on: Z13 with new touchpad, X13 with new design, 64 GB RAM for the T14 G4

At MWC, we were able to get a hands on with the newest 2023 gen ThinkPad laptops. Highlights are the new ThinkPad Z series and the ThinkPad X13 G3, but we also received some interesting information about the new ThinkPad T series.
Benjamin Herzig, 01 Mar 2023 12:57
Apple's iMessage is now available on Windows... sort of. (Image: Windows logo and iMessage logo)

Windows now supports iPhones and iMessage via Phone Link

The latest Windows Insider update brings support for integrating iPhones and iMessage directly into Windows via the Phone Link app. However, there are some major drawbacks, such as a lack of message history and multimedia support.
Sam Medley, 28 Feb 2023 20:47
The AIR Plus will be available in a choice of four processors. (Image source: AYA NEO)

AYA NEO Air Plus: New gaming handheld revealed at higher than expected prices

AYA NEO has finally announced pricing and availability for the AIR Plus, its latest gaming handheld. Shipping in the spring with a choice of AMD Ryzen 3 7320U, Ryzen 5 7520U, Ryzen 7 6800U and Intel Core i3-1215U processors, the A...
Alex Alderson, 28 Feb 2023 20:31
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060: Mid-range Ada Lovelace reviewed

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060: Mid-range Ada Lovelace reviewed

For the first time, we have subjected the new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 in MSI's Katana 17 B13V to extensive analysis. The new graphics chip proved itself to be clearly faster than the RTX 3060, however, it also lags significantly b...
Benjamin Herzig, 27 Feb 2023 19:45
New Lenovo ThinkPad Z series feature haptic Sensel trackpad for the first time

MWC 2023 | New Lenovo ThinkPad Z series feature haptic Sensel trackpad for the first time

At MWC, Lenovo is introducing the second generation of its ThinkPad Z series. ThinkPad Z13 Gen 2 and Z16 Gen 2 both look a lot like their predecessors, but they receive a new haptic trackpad made by Sensel. This marks the first ti...
Benjamin Herzig, 27 Feb 2023 13:39
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