Microsoft Surface Pro official with 12-inch screen and an 8-core Snapdragon X Plus chip
Microsoft's cheapest Surface Pro laptop is now official with a 12-inch screen, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB storage and an 8-core Snapdragon X Plus chip from Qualcomm.
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Baikal Electronics hits 85,000-processor milestone as new microcontroller goes into production
Baikal Electronics has sold out all 85,000 of its domestically produced processors since 2012, marking Russia’s first mass-market CPU output.
Careful with the affordable variant: Convertible laptop Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 shows risks of cheaper configurations
Our review unit of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 14AKP10 costs just €1,000, not that much for a convertible laptop with a pen and a Ryzen AI 7 CPU. There is a variant of it that costs even less, but buyers should stay clear of this cheaper configuration.
Dell Pro 13 Premium review: The almost perfect business laptop
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, Arc 140V, 13.3", 1.1 kg
Deal | OWC Express 1M2 external SSD goes for up to $100 off
The Express 1M2 is one of the coolest external SSDs around due to its heatsink-like design. The USB4 accessory is rated for speeds of over 3,000 megabytes per second (MB/s) when combined with an OWC Aura SSD of up to 8TB in capacity, although the enclosure is also compatible with a variety of other drives. It is part of the OEM's ongoing May the 4th 2025 sale.
NBook Fly: Dual-screen laptop with Intel Xeon processor costs $875
The new N-One NBook Fly is a dual-screen notebook that carries a fairly affordable price tag. The device is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with eight cores.
New Microsoft Surface Laptop release leaks with new design and 13-inch display
Microsoft looks set to complement the 13.8-inch and 15-inch versions of the Surface Laptop 7 next week with a smaller Surface Laptop 13". Equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon X series chipset, the Surface Laptop 13" could well be a fair bit cheaper than Microsoft's existing laptop options too.
Up to 78% of gamers rage-quit over lag, according to a new study
Lag (or latency) is a major cause of quitting a game in frustration, according to a new study. The users of some consoles might be more susceptible to this phenomenon, although it is also apparently prevalent in PC gamers. Certain titles reportedly cause more anger than others in the study, Call of Duty included.
Deal | Refurbished Lenovo LOQ 15 (2024) gaming laptop with RTX 4050 and 2-year warranty sees 33% price drop
You can now buy an "eBay Refurbished" Lenovo LOQ (2024) gaming laptop with an RTX 4050 laptop GPU and a Core i5-13450HX CPU for less than $650. The laptop comes with a 2-year Allstate warranty, ensuring gamers a get perfectly functioning notebook.
Microsoft schedules Surface-related announcement for May 6
Microsoft has a Surface-related announcement scheduled for May 6. The Redmond-based tech giant is expected to announce new compact Surface laptops.
Strong AMD Zen5 CPU with pen and OLED for a low price: Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 14AKP10 laptop review
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, Radeon 860M, 14", 1.5 kg
Honor introduces MagicBook Pro 16 gaming laptop with 165Hz 3K display and RTX 5070
The new MagicBook Pro 16 (2025) sports a 165Hz 3K display, Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU and is clearly designed for gaming enthusiasts. On the other hand, the dGPU-less model variant might be interesting for office users who still need a decent amount of performance.
Aorus Master 18 gaming laptop review: The RTX 5090 takes its toll
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", 3.4 kg
Video: Lenovo ThinkPad T14s - boring in all the right ways with AMD, Qualcomm or Intel!
Contrary to the ThinkPad X9 we just recently reviewed, the T14S is a "true" business, offering everything Lenovo's ThinkPad is known for. A stellar keyboard experience? Check! Unassuming yet high-quality chassis? Check! All the ports you could ask for when being out and about? Check! In addition, the T14S can be yours with either Qualcomm's Snapdragon silicon, AMD's Strixpoint CPUS, or the tried-and-true Intel flavour. We tested them all, and will tell you which is the best.
Desktop and laptop sales spike in North America over US tariff concerns
New statistical evidence suggests that consumers are panic buying to avoid the effects of tariffs. The IDC released North American data confirming significant rises in desktop and laptop sales. Manufacturers are warning buyers about potential shortages and price increases.
Deal | This budget Acer gaming laptop deal offers a balanced performer with a $150 discount in tow
Finding the right gaming laptop for your needs is a challenging affair in today's world. The sheer number of choices coupled with the limited upgrade potential in play makes users look for both, deeper discounts and a computer that can handle tomorrow's games with ease. Acer's 15.6-inch Nitro V ANV15-51-73B9 Gaming Laptop strikes a nice balance while throwing in an impressive put cut in tow, clocking in at just under $700!
Asus ROG Strix G16 2025 review verdict: Good RTX 5080 gaming laptop, but faster Ryzen 9 9955HX is only available with RTX 5070 Ti
The new Asus ROG Strix G16 is a fast gaming notebook with an RTX 5080 Laptop, which is an excellent match for the native QHD resolution of its matte IPS panel. However, the 5080 Laptop is only available in combination with the Core Ultra 9 275HX. The faster Ryzen 9 9955HX, on the other hand, has to make do with the RTX 5070 Ti Laptop.
Deal | Refurbished Asus Vivobook S14 OLED notebook with AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 APU and 32 GB RAM on sale at $950
The OLED laptop comes with a 2880 x 1800 panel capable of 600 nit peak brightness in HDR mode and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut. Also included are a 1 TB SSD, USB4 connectivity and a microSD card reader.
Dell launches the 14 Plus notebook lineup with AMD "Krackan Point" APUs starting at $800
Along with a Ryzen AI 5 340 APU, Dell is offering 16 GB LPDDR5-7500 RAM, a 512 GB SSD and Wi-Fi 7 for the $800 base configuration, but there are more expensive variants featuring the Ryzen AI 7 350 and a 1 TB SSD.
Asus V16: Budget gaming laptop refreshed with RTX 50 series GPUs
GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU-powered SKUs of Asus' low-cost V16 gaming laptop are now available. Other specs, such as its 16-inch screen and Intel Core 200H CPU, remains the same.
Deal | HP Pavilion Plus 14 with with 90 Hz 2.8K OLED marked down to record-low $470
HP's Pavilion Plus 14 features a 2,880 x 1,800 OLED screen with a 90 Hz refresh rate, a Core i7-12700H, 16 GB of memory, and a 512 GB SSD. Currently discounted to just $469.99 at Office Depot, it could make for a great content consumption machine for budget-conscious buyers.
Chuwi launches new thin and light convertible with 2K touch display
The Chuwi MiniBook X is a new compact laptop featuring a touchscreen, a current-gen Intel processor and a decent amount of RAM. The display can be folded behind the keyboard, allowing the device function as a tablet.
Major RX 9000 RDNA 4 laptop GPU leak reveals specs of RX 9080M, RX 9070M XT, and more
While AMD hasn't provided any details about the RDNA 4 RX 9000 mobile GPUs, the entire RX 9000 mobile GPU series has leaked online. We now have specs of the RX 9080M, the RX 9070M XT, the RX 9070M, the RX 9060M, and the RX 9060 S.
RTX 5060 laptop GPU makes Geekbench debut with decent performance gains over RTX 4060
The GeForce RTX 5060 laptop variant has shown up on Geekbench. In the OpenCL benchmark, it outperforms the RTX 4060 laptop GPU by up to 18%.
xMEMS launches XMC-2400 chip that cools electronics by moving air with sound
xMEMS' XMC-2400 micro-cooling chip uses MEMS technology to dissipate heat efficiently in compact devices like smartphones and servers by moving air with sound with minimal power consumption.
OpenBSD 7.7 improves hibernation support and brings new userland features
The security-focused OpenBSD operating system has just reached the 58th release. Thanks to it, this open-source piece of code now sports new userland features, more accurate documentation, better hibernation support, as well as performance improvements in out-of-memory situations.
Deal | Acer Nitro V 16 gaming laptop with RTX 4060 drops 20% to lowest-ever price on Amazon
The Acer Nitro V 16 gaming laptop powered by an RTX 4060 laptop GPU, an 8-core Ryzen 7 8845HS CPU, 16 GB of RAM, and 1 TB of storage is currently retailing at a 20% discount on Amazon. The laptop has enough performance to comfortably run modern AAA games at 1080p.
Lenovo expands on new ThinkBook 16p specs following MWC 2025 debut
The ThinkBook 16p Gen 6 made its first debut at MWC 2025, and while the company shared a lot about this new laptop, some of the core specs were left under wraps. Lenovo has now shared more details at the 2025 Think AI Spring event.
18-inch gaming laptop with RTX 5090, 64GB RAM and 4TB SSD: Medion unleashes the Erazer Beast 18 X1
Medion has introduced one of the largest but also most powerful gaming laptops in the world, called the Erazer Beast 18 X1. It weighs a hefty 8.07 lbs, but it’s powered by a Core Ultra 9 275HX, GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU and should be able to outperform many desktop PCs.
300Hz mini-LED display, RTX 5090 and water cooling: Medion Erazer Beast 16 X1 Ultimate launches
Medion has unveiled one of the world's most powerful gaming laptops. The flagship configuration of the new Erazer Beast 16 X1 Ultimate pairs an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU and a 300Hz mini-LED screen.
Deal | Apple M4-powered MacBook Air 15-inch discounted to lowest-ever price on Amazon
The Apple MacBook Air has long been the primary weapon of choice for casual users and students. With the M4 generation, the 15-inch MacBook Air packs quite a punch, and finally ships with a respectable memory configuration for the entry variant. Thanks to an ongoing sale on Amazon, the MacBook Air can now be purchased for its lowest-ever price on the platform.
The RTX 5080 Laptop is optimal for Gaming in WQHD - Asus ROG Strix G16 G615 review
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", 2.6 kg
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16 Gen 10 owners should update their BIOS to fix an important Nvidia feature
The OLED display is impressive with a laundry list of high-end features, but several units have been shipping with an older BIOS version without G-Sync support.
Honor MagicBook Pro 16 laptop with RTX 5070 and quiet fans launching soon
Honor is preparing to launch the MagicBook Pro 16 in just a few days time. Despite the powerful Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU and a total TDP of 150 watts, the 16-inch laptop is supposed to be fairly quiet.
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16 Gen 10 laptop review: 400 W power supply with almost no compromises
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", 2.6 kg
Lexar NQ780 debuts as new PCIe 4x4 SSD for creators and gamers
Lexar touts the NQ780 as the most effective new SSD for those looking to reduce lag in their current creator or gaming laptop. It comes with up to 4TB of PCIe NVMe storage, rated for a read speed of up to 7,000 megabytes per second (MB/s) and a 6,000MB/s write-speed. The drive is now available at about half the price of that of its new PCIe 5.0 counterpart.
Intel admits Lunar Lake-powered AI PCs see weak sales vs older Raptor Lake mobile laptops
Intel has revealed in its Q1 2025 earnings report that laptops powered by the companies latest Lunar Lake and Meteor Lake APUs don't sell as much as machines based on older Raptor Lake chips. The news comes amidst financial woes that have prompted another round of layoffs.
Lenovo Legion Pro 7 2025 - simply unbeatable?
The completely redesigned Lenovo Legion Pro 7 for 2025 breaks with many Legion "traditions," yet somehow, it still manages to deliver what the Pro 7 always stood for: above-average high-end gaming laptop performance for a somewhat reasonable price.
So while the new chassis design is different, and the port situation will take some time to get used to, the RTX 5080, Intel HX CPU and stellar OLED panel make for a great gaming and creator laptop experience.
Alienware Area-51 gaming laptop with RTX 5080 and Thunderbolt 5 now available
The thoroughly redesigned Alienware Area-51 16-inch flagship gaming laptop is now available for purchase. For a price of $3,299, Dell offers a GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, a fast QHD display and two Thunderbolt 5 ports.
Razer launches the Pro Click V2 series with a vertical mouse and a more familiar alternative
The new Razer Pro Click V2 Vertical Edition tries to make a vertical mouse more enticing for gamers. With a high-end optical sensor and abundant RGB lighting, it stands out among dull-looking competition. Razer has also released an upgraded version of the standard Pro Click ergonomic mouse.
Deal | Lightweight Acer Swift Go 14 laptop gets 33% price cut, drops below $600
The Acer Swift Go 14 (SFG14-73T) with a Core Ultra 7 155H Meteor Lake APU, 16 GB of RAM, 512 GB of storage, and a 14-inch 1,920x1,200 IPS display is now on sale at a massive discount. Thanks to the touch-capable 100% sRGB display, fast performance, and stable construction, the Acer Swift Go 14 is a solid machine for daily use.
OnePlus launches new SuperVOOC power bank with 150 W fast charging support
Alongside the OnePlus 13T, the company has introduced a new power bank, the OnePlus SuperVOOC 150 W. It features a built-in cable, 20,000 mAh capacity, and two more ports. The launch price is CNY 349, around $48.
Deal | MacBook Air 13 M4 drops to lowest price ever on Amazon
The entry-level model of the M4 MacBook Air is currently on sale for its lowest price ever at Amazon. The M4 MacBook Air has been hailed by many as the best value laptop on the market right now, making today's deal even more enticing.
After tariff uncertainty, Razer Blade 16 gaming laptops available at Razer stores with RTX 5090 option
Alleviating fears of delays, the Razer Blade 16 is finally available. US buyers can choose from several configurations with RTX 50-series GPUs. Notebookcheck's review concluded that the slimmer gaming laptop doesn't sacrifice performance.
Huge performance upgrade for featherweight sub 1 kg system: Lenovo will offer Arrow Lake H in ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 laptop
Lenovo upgrades its most expensive ThinkPad laptop series with more performance. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition and the ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 10 Aura Edition will soon be available with Intel Arrow Lake H and Arrow Lake U in addition to the existing Lunar Lake options.
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 and ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 unveiled with new AMD Ryzen Pro CPUs
The ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 and ThinkPad P14s are now official. Both come with AMD Ryzen AI Pro 300 series CPUs, support up to 96 GB of DDR5 RAM and come with optional 5G connectivity.
Lenovo intros new ThinkPad L series laptops with up to AMD Ryzen AI Pro 300 series and Intel Arrow Lake-H CPUs
Three Lenovo ThinkPad L series laptops have been refreshed. Among the new models are the L13 Gen 6, L14 Gen 6, and L16 Gen 2. The latter two can be equipped with up to AMD Ryzen AI Pro 300 series and Intel Arrow Lake-H CPUs.
The 8BitDo Retro R8 Mouse gets a NES-inspired edition
After launching the Retro R8 Mouse with an Xbox design, 8BitDo has announced a new variant with a NES design. The new 8BitDo Retro R8 Mouse - N Edition is now available to pre-order ahead of its release in late May.
New Chuwi CoreBook X laptop sports Intel Core i9 and 3:2 aspect ratio
Chuwi is launching a new laptop, which features a Core i9 processor, a high-res screen and a decent amount of memory. Its specs could make it suitable for more or less demanding use cases.
MSI Titan 18 HX 2025 - is it enough?
The Titan is back, and MSI's flagship gaming and creator notebook is the fastest laptop you can buy ... for now! We had the chance to properly test the top-of-the-line configuration of the 2025 MSI Titan 18hx, betting not only on the laptop RTX 5090, but also on Intel's fastest laptop CPU, the Core Ultra 9 285hx.
Please enjoy our video, and for more information, stay tuned for our detailed article.
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