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The Gigabyte Aorus RTX 5090 AI Box is now available at $2999.99. Pictured: the Thunderbolt 5 eGPU. (Image source: Sebastian Bade / Notebookcheck)

Gigabyte expands availability of Aorus RTX 5090 Thunderbolt 5 eGPU

The Gigabyte Aorus RTX 5090 AI Box eGPU is now available in the US. This new Thunderbolt 5 external GPU solution is available at $2,999, and it features liquid cooling, a built-in PSU, and additional ports.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 06 Oct 2025 12:59

Intel Panther Lake will feature 12 different CPUs (image source: Intel)

Intel Panther Lake lineup leaks with twelve CPUs in tow

A new leak has revealed Intel's Panther Lake lineup will consist of twelve CPUs. They're classified into three different groups, each with slightly different specs.

Anil Ganti, 06 Oct 2025 05:38

The ProArt P16 has received multiple refreshes since its original launch over a year ago. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

ProArt P16: Asus updates Apple MacBook Pro 16 rival in new Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 variants with up to 64 GB RAM

pAsus has started selling the ProArt P16 in Europe with a trio of high-end Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs. Now configurable with GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 laptop GPUs, the 16-inch creator laptop can also be optioned with up to 64 GB of RAM and 4 TB of storage as needed.

Alex Alderson, 06 Oct 2025 01:15

The Arrow Lake-HX CPU and 115 W GPU are a killer combination for maximizing gaming performance (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Lenovo Legion 7i 16 Gen 10 outperforms most other ultrathin laptops with similar RTX 5060 graphics

The Legion 7 16IAX10 is one of the lightest 16-inch gaming laptops in the market and yet its 115 W GPU allows it to outperform most others in the category.

Allen Ngo, 05 Oct 2025 22:17

Lenovo Legion 7i 16 Gen 10 comes it at just under 2 kg while offering Arrow Lake-HX processor options (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo launches Legion laptop lighter than even the Razer Blade 16 or MSI Stealth 16 AI

One of the lightest 16-inch gaming laptops with RTX 50 graphics isn't just from big gaming manufacturers like Asus, MSI, or Razer. Instead, it's from Lenovo of all makers.

Allen Ngo, 04 Oct 2025 21:37

AMD is seeking to surpass current DDR5 limits with minimal design changes. (created with DALL-E)

AMD patent details HB-DIMM RAM implementation that doubles current DDR5 bandwidth for consumer PCs

Team Red's HB-DIMM standard is designed to effectively double the current DDR5 bandwidth by reaching 12.8 Gbps transfer speeds, but without radically changing the design in order to ensure compatibility with current consumer and server-grade systems.

Bogdan Solca, 03 Oct 2025 13:56

The current MX Mechanical and MX Mechanical Mini have been available since spring 2022. (Image source: Logitech - edited)

New Logitech MX Mechanical and MX Mechanical Mini wireless keyboards spotted before release

The MX Master 4 was only joined by the MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition earlier this week. However, it seems that Logitech could be preparing to introduce updated MX Mechanical and MX Mechanical Mini wireless keyboards soon too.

Alex Alderson, 02 Oct 2025 19:02

Intel plans to add a new line of CPUs with Panther Lake (image source: Intel)

Panther Lake lineup tipped to include new Core Ultra X models

Intel's upcoming Panther Lake laptop CPUs are rumoured to add a new class of SKUs on top of the existing Core Ultra variants. They will be called Core Ultra X, followed by the usual model number.

Anil Ganti, 02 Oct 2025 17:39

The Galaxy Book4 Ultra is now almost two years old. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung Galaxy Book6 Ultra to surpass Galaxy Book4 Ultra with major upgrade while falling short of MacBook Pro 16

The entire Galaxy Book6 range is set to feature larger batteries than their direct predecessors according a new report. While the Galaxy Book6 Ultra is said to contain a 6.5% improvement over the Galaxy Book4 Ultra, its new battery will still put it a way behind the Apple MacBook Pro 16.

Alex Alderson, 02 Oct 2025 16:37

The Logitech MX Master 4 with an unreleased translucent finish. (Image source: Reddit)

Logitech MX Master 4: Transparent finish teased during global launch event

Logitech finally released the MX Master 4 this week in a choice of four black, grey or white finishes. However, a video has emerged on Reddit showing the new Logitech MX Master mouse in several unreleased colour options, including a fetching transparent finish.

Alex Alderson, 02 Oct 2025 15:42

openSUSE Leap 16.0 now available with a new installer and much more (Source: openSUSE News)

openSUSE Leap 16.0 launches with a new installer, simplified migration options, and more

The openSUSE Project team is back with openSUSE Leap 16.0, a major update that sports a fresh software stack, a new installer, and simplified migration options. Additionally, it introduces "an unmatched maintenance- and security-support cycle," which promises annual minor releases until 2031, when Leap 16.6 is set to arrive.

Codrut Nistor, 02 Oct 2025 12:51

The A15 Air comes equipped with a numpad (Image source: Ninkear)

Ninkear A15 Air: Notebook with numpad and fingerprint sensor is now available with a different APU

All things considered, the Ninkear A15 Air is a fairly affordable notebook that appears to be quite portable as well. For the laptop, the company has chosen an AMD Ryzen APU over an Intel processor.

Silvio Werner, 02 Oct 2025 12:22

AMD could use Intel Foundry, a worker of the latter pictured, for some of its chips (image source: Intel)

Intel Foundry could manufacture future AMD chips

A new report from Semafor says AMD might use Intel's foundries for some of its chip needs. However, AMD will very likely manufacture a bulk of its silicon on TSMC and use Intel as a secondary provider.

Anil Ganti, 02 Oct 2025 08:13

The insides of the Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 (image source: Lenovo Support YouTube channel).

Giving people what they asked for: YouTube video shows off user replaceable USB-C port on Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8

USB-C ports breaking has been a huge issue for many laptop users in the past years. After all, USB-C handles charging, so a broken USB-C can render a laptop unusable. With the new ThinkPad P1 Gen 8, Lenovo has introduced a solution to this issue: A user replaceable USB-C port. A new YouTube video demonstrates how easy it is to replace it.

Benjamin Herzig, 01 Oct 2025 16:13

Half the size of a regular SODIMM. (Image Source: Crucial)

Crucial readies LPCAMM2 DDR5-8533 laptop RAM modules with up to 64 GB capacity

The latest LPCAMM2 modules with DDR5-8533 speeds are perfect for AI-enabled laptops that need versatility, performance and power efficiency. Size is just half of the regular SODIMMs, performance is increased by 1.5X and the modules can be easily replaced, unlike traditional LPDDR5X RAM.

Bogdan Solca, 01 Oct 2025 15:07

Intel-ZenBook 14 vs. AMD-ZenBook 14 (Image source: Asus with edits)

Is the ZenBook 14 better with Intel or AMD this year?

We recently had the chance to test two nearly identical versions of the Asus ZenBook 14 side by side—one powered by AMD’s new Ryzen AI 7 350 and the other by Intel’s Core Ultra 7 255H. On paper, they’re priced closely, but each platform comes with its own set of trade-offs. So, which one makes the better ZenBook 14 in 2025?

Christian Hintze, 01 Oct 2025 13:16

The Framework Laptop 12 Stylus supports USI 2.0. (Image source: Framework)

Framework Laptop 12 Stylus launches for $59, alongside accessories for Framework Desktop

Framework has released a USI 2.0 stylus for the Framework Laptop 12. The rechargeable stylus has a replaceable tip, removable battery, and comes in colors that match the laptop. It arrives alongside accessories for the Framework Desktop.

Habeeb Onawole, 30 Sep 2025 17:54

Asus TUF Gaming A16 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Asus TUF Gaming A16 is unbalanced in terms of performance and features

A very fast RTX 5070 Laptop with Advanced Optimus and G-Sync, but also a Zen 4 processor and neither USB 4, nor Wi-Fi 7 - the new Asus TUF Gaming A16 makes some compromises despite the high price tag. Is it really worth €2,200?

Andreas Osthoff, 30 Sep 2025 16:34

The MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition is around 20% cheaper than the MX Master 4. (Image source: Logitech)

Logitech releases MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition as cheaper alternative to new MX Master 4

Logitech has started offering a cheaper alternative to the MX Master 4 in Europe and the UK. Sold as the MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition, the wireless mouse drops Logitech's typically bundled 2.4 GHz receiver to hit a cheaper price point while retaining all hardware from the regular MX Master 3S.

Alex Alderson, 30 Sep 2025 15:38

The new gaming laptop will launch in China on October 17, 2025. Pictured: a teaser picture of the laptop. (Image source: RedMagic)

RedMagic set to launch RTX 5090 gaming laptop alongside Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 phone

The RedMagic Titan 16 Pro 2026 has been officially teased in China. It's set to launch alongside the company's Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 gaming phone, and will feature the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and Nvidia RTX 5090 Laptop.

Abid Ahsan Shanto, 30 Sep 2025 15:05

Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme SoC has been tested and pitted against Intel Apple and AMD CPUs. (Image source: Qualcomm, edited)

Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme vs Apple M4 Pro and Intel CPUs shows single-core dominance and 50% multi-core uplift vs last gen

The Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite SoC has been benchmarked with Geekbench 6.5, Cinbench 2024, and 3DMark Solar Bay/Steel Nomad. The results paint the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme as one of the fastest mobile CPUs around, as the SoC is shown to beat and match the Apple M4 Pro in single-core and multi-core tests, respectively.

Fawad Murtaza, 30 Sep 2025 14:57

The ThinkPad T16g Gen 3 comes with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 or GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs. (Image source: Lenovo)

ThinkPad T16g Gen 3: Lenovo introduces new 16-inch ThinkPad with up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 and 128 GB RAM

The ThinkPad T16g Gen 3 is a high-end 16-inch laptop powered by Intel's Core Ultra 200HX processors. Unlike the similar-looking ThinkPad P16 Gen 3, the ThinkPad T16g Gen 3 can be configured with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 or GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs too.

Alex Alderson, 30 Sep 2025 14:11

FydeOS 21.0 Sunlit Epiphany now available (Image source: FydeOS)

Lightweight FydeOS 21.0 targets Chromebook fans

In addition to moving from Chromium OS up to r138 (previously r132), FydeOS 21.0 comes with enhanced search filtering in the launcher app, a new rich content insert feature, improved screenshots, isolated web apps in kiosk mode, as well as multiple tweaks and fixes.

Codrut Nistor, 30 Sep 2025 13:11

HP's OmniBook X Flip 16 (model 16-as0023dx) arrives in the Eclipse Gray colorway (Image source: Allen Ngo / Notebookcheck)

Deal | HP OmniBook X Flip 16 convertible with Lunar Lake processor and Thunderbolt 4 drops below $700

The OmniBook X Flip 16 features a 1,200p IPS touch display, Intel's Core Ultra 7 256V, 16 GB of on-package memory, as well as a 1 TB SSD. Support for Wi-Fi 6E and a Thunderbolt 4 port round out the package.

Tudor Cibean, 30 Sep 2025 12:33

Logitech offers the MX Master 4 in four colour options split across its regular and 'for Mac' variants. (Image source: Logitech)

Logitech MX Master 4 receives global release with for Mac and for Business options offered at launch

Logitech has finally released the MX Master 4. Available in three variants at launch and four colour options, the MX Master 4 makes various changes from the MX Master 3 and MX Master 3S that precede it.

Alex Alderson, 30 Sep 2025 12:10

For new PC/laptop owners, major sales events like the Steam Autumn Sale are the perfect opportunity to build a library of games (Image source - Steam)

Moving from console to keyboard: Steam's Autumn Sale 2025 brings these PC deals

The Steam Autumn Sale 2025, running from September 29 to October 6, offers the perfect chance for console gamers transitioning to PC to build their first library.

Darryl Linington, 29 Sep 2025 19:14

PCs and laptops powered by Snapdragon X2 Elite processors will be available next year (image source: Qualcomm)

Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme benchmarks showcase promising CPU performance increase over Snapdragon X Elite

Qualcomm has revealed some benchmarks for the Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme X2E-96-100. It can match Apple's M4 series in CPU performance but falls off when it comes to GPU performance.

Anil Ganti, 29 Sep 2025 15:43

Apple 13-inch M4 MacBook Air in Sky Blue colour sitting on a desk (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Fully-loaded M4 MacBook Air 13 with 24GB memory and 512GB storage is available on Amazon for $200 less than its official price

Apple’s 13-inch MacBook Air M4 is currently discounted on Amazon, offering a notable price drop. The deal makes it cheaper than buying directly from Apple, and the laptop itself has earned strong reviews for its performance and battery life.

Anmol Dubey, 29 Sep 2025 12:14

The Lenovo Yoga 7 14 OLED (model 14AKP10) features a 5-megapixel webcam with IR and a privacy shutter (Image source: Lenovo)

Deal | Lenovo Yoga 7 14 convertible with 600-nit OLED and Ryzen AI 7 350 processor slides below $700

Lenovo's Yoga 7 14 Gen 10 convertible arrives with an AMD Ryzen AI 7 350, 16 GB of RAM, a 1 TB SSD, and a bright 1,200p OLED panel. Unfortunately, the USB-C ports are limited to 10 Gbps transfer speeds, but they both support Power Delivery and video output, with one even having DisplayPort 2.1 UHBR10.

Tudor Cibean, 29 Sep 2025 11:29

Asus equips the new TUF Gaming A16 with an improved 165 Hz display and replaceable RAM

Asus equips its new mainstream gamer TUF Gaming A16 with replaceable RAM as well as a much better 165 Hz display and therefore fixes two big issues we had with the previous model. The performance of the RTX 5070 Laptop is often sufficient for the native WQHD resolution.

Andreas Osthoff, 28 Sep 2025 19:10

The M3 MacBook Air 15 (pictured) is now on sale for its lowest-ever price at Amazon. (Image source: Notebookcheck.net)

Deal | Fully-loaded M3 Macbook Air 15 on sale for lowest price ever on Amazon

Apple's last-generation MacBook Air 15, sporting an M3 SoC alongside 24 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, is on sale for its lowest-ever price over at Amazon. At 35% off, going with the previous-gen Apple silicon can save buyers $300.

Sam Medley, 28 Sep 2025 01:30

The ROG Zephyrus M16 2023 is one the laptops to which Asus has started rolling out a new beta BIOS update. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Asus releases major updates to ROG gaming laptops with stuttering and performance interruption fixes

Asus has moved quickly to begin resolving ROG gaming laptop performance issues following the publication of a recent independent investigation. Starting with 2023 laptops, the list of affected units is thought to stretch from 2021 onwards.

Alex Alderson, 28 Sep 2025 00:14

New information about Intel's Panther Lake CPUs has emerged online (image source: Intel)

New Intel Panther Lake leak highlights 45 W TDP for top-spec variant

Moore's Law is Dead has leaked new information about Intel's Panther Lake laptop CPUs. The top-spec model will come with a 16-core CPU (4 P + 8 E + 4 LPE) and a 12 EU Celestial iGPU.

Anil Ganti, 27 Sep 2025 07:43

The EnergyBook Pro Ultra comes with a huge 192 Wh battery. (Image source: Energizer)

EnergyBook Pro Ultra: New laptop promises up to 7 days standby time and 28 hours of intensive office use

Energizer's new EnergyBook Pro Ultra comes with an extremely large battery at a surprisingly affordable price. The laptop promises long battery life, but this may go hand-in-hand with a not immediately apparent but nevertheless drastic limitation for business trips.

Silvio Werner, 26 Sep 2025 21:30

The MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition is a cut-price version of the MX Master 3S and will be cheaper than the upcoming MX Master 4, too. (Image source: Logitech)

Logitech MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition rumoured for broader release alongside MX Master 4 mouse

Logitech started selling the dedicated MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition in North America a few months ago. According to a reliable leaker, the company is on the verge of receiving a wider release across Europe and the UK.

Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2025 19:59

Kali Linux 2025.3 launches with updated Nexmon wireless firmware while dropping ARMel support (Image source: Kali Linux Blog)

Kali Linux 2025.3 drops ARMel support and gets refreshed Nexmon firmware

Offensive Security's Debian-based distro is back, dropping ARMel support while offering a refreshed Nexmon wireless firmware package. Kali Linux 2025.3 also comes with 10 new tools, updated HashiCorp Packer and Vagrant VM apps, as well as multiple minor tweaks and fixes.

Codrut Nistor, 25 Sep 2025 17:26

The Logitech MX Master 4, featuring the new thumb button. (Image source: u/Vachan1990 on Reddit)

Exclusive | Logitech MX Master 4 shines in first hands-on images ahead of official launch

Exclusive hands-on images of the unreleased Logitech MX Master 4 showcase its design, new thumb button (alongside programmable buttons), and Logitech Bolt USB receiver in all its glory.

Anubhav Sharma, 25 Sep 2025 16:46

The Logitech MX Master 4 (pictured) is expected to officially launch on September 30. (Image source: DCinside)

Logitech MX Master 4: New 37-second release video leaks ahead of official launch, confirming key features

A new leaked release video for the Logitech’s upcoming MX Master 4 confirms features like haptic feedback, 8K DPI, a 1,000-line-per-second scroll wheel, and an action button. Past leaks suggest its pricing will be similar to its predecessor.

Anubhav Sharma, 25 Sep 2025 10:53

Qualcomm has shown off three new laptop chips at the Snapdragon summit (image source: Qualcomm)

Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme X2E-96-100, Snapdragon X2 Elite X2E-88-100 and Snapdragon X2 Elite X2E-80-100 officially announced as Qualcomm's new laptop chips

Qualcomm has shown off three new chips for Windows laptops: Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme X2E-96-100, Snapdragon X2 Elite X2E-88-100 and Snapdragon X2 Elite X2E-80-100. They come with Qualcomm's third-gen Nuvia CPUs and an improved Adreno iGPU.

Anil Ganti, 24 Sep 2025 22:30

The MX Master 4 for Mac's alleged retail packaging. (Image source: eBay)

Logitech MX Master 4 revealed ahead of schedule by early marketplace leak

The Logitech MX Master 4 has appeared on eBay before its official release. Not only does the listing hint at the device's upcoming launch, but it offers a clue about prospective UK pricing too.

Alex Alderson, 24 Sep 2025 16:22

Debian-based distro for system integrators SysLinuxOS 13 Mate now available (Image source: SysLinuxOS)

SysLinuxOS 13 Mate now available, Gnome edition coming next week

Based on Debian Trixie and targeting system integrators, SysLinuxOS 13 Mate includes a rich set of tools, such as Angry IP scanner, Etherscape, Putty, Zenmap, firewalk, Teams for Linux, Firefox, Chrome, and Edge, as well as docker-compose, amazon-ec2-net-utils, Balena Etcher, and much more. The kernel used is 6.16.8-1-liquorix-amd64.

Codrut Nistor, 24 Sep 2025 07:12

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) comes well under 2 kg at just 1.56 kg (3.46 lbs.). (Image source: NotebookcheckReviews on YouTube)

Deal | Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 2025 with RTX 5070 Ti and OLED display gets $400 price cut

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) has returned to its lowest price ever at Best Buy after a $400 discount. The notebook is one of the best Windows multimedia laptops of 2025. It is beautifully designed, expertly crafted, boasts an excellent screen, and has all the performance you'll ever need in a multimedia laptop.

Fawad Murtaza, 23 Sep 2025 21:19