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Zen 3-based Ryzen 4000 processors are expected to offer around 15% IPC gains over their predecessors. (Image source: Playground.ru)

AIDA64 adds support for 7 nm AMD Vermeer and Renoir processors

Popular diagnostic tool AIDA64 has been updated for the arrival of 2020 processors, namely AMD Ryzen 4000 "Vermeer" and "Renoir" processors. The desktop and mobile chips are due to arrive in Q3 and Q1 2020 respectively. Only the f...

Alex Alderson, 29 Nov 2019 13:29

The MateBook D refresh will start at 3,999 CNY (~US$568). (Image source: Huawei)

Huawei launches upgraded MateBook D 14 and MateBook D 15 range with AMD APUs, 10th Gen Intel processors and NVIDIA GPUs

The MateBook D is back, and it is shipping with Windows 10. Huawei has upgraded the MateBook D 14 and MateBook D 15 to 10th generation Intel Core and third-generation AMD Ryzen processors. Both models are configurable with up to 1...

Alex Alderson, 29 Nov 2019 13:23

There are discounts on Lenovo ThinkPads, IdeaPads, Legions, and Yogas. (Image source: Lenovo)

Deal | Lenovo's doorbuster deals: US$1,680 off a 1st Gen ThinkPad X1 Extreme or US$2,520 off a ThinkPad P53 with i9-9880H and Quadro RTX 4000

Lenovo has some very impressive doorbuster deals running at the moment that offer consumers savings that reach into the thousands of dollars. Various ThinkPad P53 mobile workstations have been discounted by nearly 50%, and there a...

Daniel R Deakin, 29 Nov 2019 06:18

The Alienware Area 51 desktop. (Source: Dell)

Deal | Dell's Black Friday sale offers up to US$1020 off Alienware gaming PCs

Dell.com's Black Friday event has kicked off with about 20% off many XPS and Inspiron models. In terms of less productivity-focused hardware, however, its banner listing may be the Alienware Area-51 desktop with a Threadripper 295...

Deirdre O Donnell, 28 Nov 2019 23:25

Twitter may not delete inactive accounts after all. (Source: Twitter)

Twitter walks back its plan to cull inactive accounts

Recently, reports of Twitter's intentions to delete inactive accounts, starting December 2019, came to light. However, the company has come up against resistance to this idea from more vocal users. Their main objection appears to ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 28 Nov 2019 21:33

Strangely, the MSI WE75 has no Quadro RTX 4000 or 5000 options (Image source: MSI)

Strangely, the MSI WE75 has no Quadro RTX 4000 or RTX 5000 options

Why is it that the GE75 can be configured with up the GeForce RTX 2080 while the WE75 is limited to the Quadro RTX 3000? MSI may be pushing ultra enthusiasts into purchasing the higher-end WT75 instead where users can find the RTX...

Allen Ngo, 27 Nov 2019 06:44

MediaTek and Intel have set up a new 5G partnership. (Source: MediaTek)

Intel and MediaTek announce a new 5G partnership

MediaTek has revealed that it will be supplying Intel with modems for 5G-capable hardware in the future. These components may go into laptops, the first of which are projected to be made by HP and Dell. Those PCs may those targete...

Deirdre O Donnell, 25 Nov 2019 23:10

Excellent workstation that runs rather hot: Dell's Precision 5540

Precision 5540: Dell Workstation offers good battery life despite 4K panel

With the Dell Precision 5540, an upgraded workstation with good performance and a design that is similar to that of the XPS 15 series is now available. The 4K option's display shines in our review and the OLED panel does not reduc...

Mike Wobker, 25 Nov 2019 20:28

The Lenovo Legion Y740's heatsink, an example of a well-designed heatsink (Source: Lenovo)

Feature | Laptops are more than just specs: Understanding thermals

Laptop performance is complicated. Not only do you have to factor in the parts you need on your future laptop, you also need to make sure you're getting the performance you expect. Here's how to make sure you'll be getting anythin...

Loki Rautio, 25 Nov 2019 04:12

NVIDIA updates its Game Ready Drivers. (Source: Neowin)

NVIDIA releases its latest Game Ready Driver update

NVIDIA has a new driver update for its more recent GPUs. This version (Game Ready Driver 441.20 WHQL) makes 1 more Asus monitor and 2 more Acer displays G-SYNC compatible. It may also improve gameplay in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Ord...

Deirdre O Donnell, 24 Nov 2019 14:05

Asus ROG Strix G731GU with Core i7-9750H, GTX 1660 Ti graphics, and 512 GB SSD is only $900 right now (Image source: Best Buy)

Deal | Asus ROG Strix III G731GU with Core i7-9750H, GTX 1660 Ti graphics, and 512 GB SSD is only $900 right now

One of Asus' newest flagship laptops is hundreds of dollars off this week to be one of the better gaming deals you can find before Black Friday. The narrow bezels make the 17.3-inch chassis smaller than it really is.

Allen Ngo, 24 Nov 2019 03:30

Walmart Motile laptop with Ryzen 5 3500U, 256 GB SSD, and 1080p display is only $380 right now

Deal | Walmart Motile M142 laptop with Ryzen 5 3500U, 256 GB SSD, and 1080p display is only $380 right now

Meanwhile, the lesser-equipped Motile M141 with the Ryzen 3 3300U is only $280. These are some of the better laptop deals you can find if you can accept the weak hinges.

Allen Ngo, 23 Nov 2019 00:31

Microsoft is one of a relative handful of firms that can sell to Huawei again. (Source: NT Interia)

Microsoft is now licensed to do business with Huawei again

Microsoft has announced that it has secured a license from the US government that allows it to sell its products to Huawei again. This will, for example, enable the OEM to put Windows on future generations of its MateBooks. The Re...

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Nov 2019 18:43

Could the Radeon RX 5700M be the NVIDIA challenger that AMD has been missing? (Image source: AMD)

Opinion | The existence of the AMD Radeon RX 5700M could be good news for consumers

A new leak has verified the existence of the Radeon RX 5700M, a mobile GPU that may put AMD on a more level playing field with NVIDIA. The new information confirms that AMD has greater plans for its Navi architecture than merely t...

Alex Alderson, 22 Nov 2019 12:57

The foldable Lenovo ThinkPad X1 was on show in China. (Image source: Lenovo/ITHome)

Hands-on promo clip of the foldable ThinkPad X1 will have many fans telling Lenovo to take their money

Lenovo has posted a promo clip of the foldable ThinkPad X1 on YouTube that was filmed at the company’s recent Tech World event. A rendered marketing video for the folding laptop was already released earlier this year, but this lat...

Daniel R Deakin, 22 Nov 2019 05:06

The apology letter is signed by Michelle Johnston Holthaus, Intel’s EVP and GM of Sales, Marketing and Communications. (Source: Intel Newsroom)

Intel issues public apology letter for customers and partners regarding the CPU shipment delays

This kind of full disclosure apology is unprecedented for companies the size of Intel. While the CPU maker is acknowledging the “production variability” that is causing customers and OEM partners more supply issues, there is no me...

Bogdan Solca, 21 Nov 2019 17:22

Intel's Tiger Lake processors are expected to be launched in 2020. (Image source: SegmentNext)

Alleged Tiger Lake Y chip makes more of a purr than a roar in Geekbench test

A Tiger Lake Y processor has seemingly been spotted on Geekbench delivering some very unimpressive results. However, it’s likely that if the record is genuine then Intel may be simply testing an early engineering sample (ES) that’...

Daniel R Deakin, 21 Nov 2019 05:19

Qualcomm's president, Cristiano Amon, at last year's Snapdragon Tech Summit. (Source: Qualcomm)

The 2019 Snapdragon Technology Summit keynotes will be livestreamed from their Hawaii venue

Qualcomm has announced that its next Snapdragon Tech Summit will take place from December 3 to 5, 2019 in Maui, Hawaii. This year, the company will showcase its growing 5G expertise, as well as other facets of its mobile device bu...

Deirdre O Donnell, 20 Nov 2019 23:22

Razer teasing a potential new brick-and-mortar store in London (Source: Razer)

Update | Razer teasing something new coming to London. Could it be another brick-and-mortar store?

Users may not necessarily want to purchase Razer devices on a whim, but walk-in stores in heavy trafficked areas help to gain exposure and to create a sense of community for the brand.

Allen Ngo, 20 Nov 2019 20:04

Asus ProArt StudioBook Pro 17 W700 with Quadro RTX 3000 graphics now shipping for $2000 USD

Leave it to a company who designs some of the most stylish gaming laptops to offer one of the best-looking mobile workstations yet. The ProArt StudioBook Pro 17 promises Xeon options, ECC RAM, and a 16:10 1200p display wrapped a Z...

Allen Ngo, 20 Nov 2019 07:16

Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop 2019: insider’s tip for noise-resistant gamers

If you happen to be looking for a simple gaming notebook with great price-performance ratio you may want to take a closer look at the 2019 iteration of Xiaomi’s Mi Gaming Laptop. For less than $1,500 you get a 15-inch gaming lapto...

Florian Glaser, 19 Nov 2019 03:22

Asus launches ProArt StudioBook Pro X laptop with Quadro RTX 5000 graphics for a hefty $5000 USD (Source: Asus)

Asus launches ProArt StudioBook Pro X workstation laptop with Quadro RTX 5000 graphics for a hefty $5000 USD

The 17-inch laptop integrates some unique features for a sleek mobile workstation including a ScreenPad, 16:10 1200p display, Xeon E-2276M, and a Quadro 5000 GPU.

Allen Ngo, 18 Nov 2019 23:40

Business: HP rejects Xerox acquisition offer

Business: HP rejects Xerox's acquisition offer

Recently, a spectacular take-over in the PC market was in the making: Xerox wanted to swallow the much larger HP. This plan may be doomed to fail however, as HP has rejected the offer from Xerox now. In a surprise twist, HP is say...

Benjamin Herzig, 18 Nov 2019 20:49

The Thinkpad T495, released in May 2019. (Source: Lenovo)

Feature | Lenovo's struggle with keyboards on its AMD-powered ThinkPads

ThinkPads have historically been known for their great keyboards. Recently, certain models have been having issues with registering keystrokes or even just scrambling letters around. On the affected AMD ThinkPads, the keyboards ar...

Loki Rautio, 16 Nov 2019 23:04

Who made the display on the Motorola Razr 2019? BOE, apparently

BOE has made an announcement on Weibo claiming that it supplied Motorola with flexible displays for the new Razr. Furthermore, it now asserts that it has done the same for the Huawei Mate X - and for the foldable Lenovo ThinkPad X...

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Nov 2019 14:30

Chuwi UBook Pro Surface clone has a brighter display than any Surface Pro (Image source: Chuwi)

Chuwi UBook Pro Surface Pro clone has a brighter display than the actual Surface Pro

At a measured brightness of 868 nits on the center of the screen, the UBook Pro is nearly 90 percent brighter than even the Surface Pro 6. It's not everyday that a cheaper Chinese clone offers something better than the "proper" au...

Allen Ngo, 15 Nov 2019 23:25

The Athlon series may gain a new member soon. (Source: Caseking)

A new Athlon APU may have leaked onto Geekbench

AMD may have new depths of Raven Ridge to share with us soon. The evidence for this has just surfaced on Geekbench 4 for Windows, in the form of a laptop listed as powered by a chipset called the "Athlon Gold 3150U". This 2-core, ...

Deirdre O Donnell, 15 Nov 2019 22:58

Lenovo's ThinkPad P53 offers incredible GPU horsepower

Lenovo now offers better GPU options and for the first time, an OLED display in its 15-inch workstation. Nvidia's Quadro RTX 5000 offers a level of performance that is usually exclusive to 17-inch models.

Andreas Osthoff, 15 Nov 2019 08:06

MSI has launched a slew of Content Creator laptops in the Indian market. (Source: MSI)

MSI launches a bevy of Content Creator laptops in India featuring Intel Comet Lake-U and NVIDIA RTX 2070 Max-Q options among others

MSI has brought its updated Content Creator lineup to the Indian market. This includes the flagship P series followed by the Creator, Prestige, and Modern series. The Modern and Prestige series offer Intel Comet Lake-U and NVIDIA ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 15 Nov 2019 08:01

MSI GL65 with Core i5-9300H, GTX 1650 GPU, and 512 GB SSD is only $599 right now after rebates (Image source: Newegg)

Deal | MSI GL65 with Core i5-9300H, GTX 1650 GPU, and 512 GB SSD is only $599 right now after rebates

The 15.6-inch MSI GL65 is one of the lighter gaming laptops in its size category due to its narrow bezel design and no-frills approach. Its GeForce GTX 1650 GPU can play the latest games at native 1080p and decent graphical settin...

Allen Ngo, 15 Nov 2019 05:23

MSI Prestige 15 Core i7 is really fast, but expect high temperatures (Image source: MSI)

MSI Prestige 15 Core i7 is really fast, but expect high Core temperatures

As the first 15.6-inch MSI laptop with an Intel Core i7-10710U CPU, the Prestige 15 has some big shoes to fill. Performance and clock rate sustainability are good at the cost of high core temperatures stabilizing at ~95 C when und...

Allen Ngo, 15 Nov 2019 02:04

The Acer TravelMate X514-51-511Q: Lightweight, compact and powerful. (Image source: Acer)

Acer TravelMate X514: A small office laptop that weighs less than a kilogram

Carrying around a hefty laptop can prove tiresome if you are often on the move. However, many lightweight laptops are underpowered and struggle in office tasks, which is where the Acer TravelMate X514 steps in. Acer has designed t...

Alex Alderson, 14 Nov 2019 19:44

The new Radeon RX 5300M is estimated to at least 18% slower than the 5500M GPU. (Source: AMD)

AMD launches the Radeon RX 5300M mobile GPU

Based on the same Navi 14 chip, the Radeon RX 5300M comes with the same number of compute / texture units and ROPs, but it gets lower bandwidths and VRAM capacities limited to 3 GB when compared to the 5500M model. The reduced spe...

Bogdan Solca, 14 Nov 2019 17:10

Nice to look at but hard to use: The Porsche Design Ultra One

Porsche Design: Ultra One can't justify its price

The concept of expensive laptops with little performance is not new, but buyers have mostly received high-quality components and a special design in return so far. Although the latter is in Porsche Design's name, the manufacturer ...

Mike Wobker, 14 Nov 2019 04:07

The page on which a user can update to Windows 10 1909. (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft rolls the November 2019 update out for Windows 10 devices

Microsoft has let it be known that checking for updates on Windows 10 PCs that run the stable-channel 1903 version may result in the ability to download its successor, 1909. This November 2019 replacement for that build can also n...

Deirdre O Donnell, 13 Nov 2019 20:44

The new 16-inch MacBook Pro has landed and very much earns its "Pro" designation, at least on paper. (Source: Apple)

The wait is over: new 16-inch MacBook Pro official with new Magic Keyboard, up to 64 GB RAM and 8 TB of SSD storage

The wait is over for long-suffering Apple MacBook Pro fans as the company’s rumored 16-inch MacBook Pro finally debuts. Among the headlining features is a new Magic Keyboard with scissor switch, up to 64 GB of RAM and the option t...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Nov 2019 17:57

All the premium desktop-grade components add quite a bit of thickness and weight to Eurocom's latest gaming laptops. (Source: Eurocom)

Eurocom's Sky X4C / X7C laptops now integrate Intel's desktop-grade Core i9-9900KS CPUs

The Sky X4C / X7C laptops can easily replace a gaming desktop system, as they integrate desktop-grade components such as the Core i9-900KS CPU and the RTX 2080 or Quadro P5000 GPUs. Additionally, users can add up to 128 GB of DDR4...

Bogdan Solca, 13 Nov 2019 17:50

Acer ConceptD 7: Premium multimedia laptop with throttling issues in review

With the ConceptD series, Acer has launched a completely new product lineup. The premium white multimedia system tries to appeal to creators of digital multimedia content. However, as our review shows, it comes with a few drawback...

Christian Hintze, 13 Nov 2019 09:45