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Lenovo's ThinkPad T1g Gen 8 is a sleek and powerful multimedia laptop, which does not use professional graphics cards. The problem is that most customers simply do not recognize the new model name.

The Apex 16 Max and the Pro 16 from the German manufacturer XMG are two very similar laptops with the fastest version of the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. But which of the two processors - AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX or Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX - is a better partner for the GPU?

Facing soaring memory prices, some buyers are looking to last-gen hardware for relief. Unfortunately, as a new report documents, DDR4 costs are surging even faster than DDR5 RAM. The situation is unlikely to improve, since contract prices with manufacturers don’t align with market value.

The Intel Panther Lake APUs are here, and they are looking quite good. From multi-core performance to power efficiency, Panther Lake APUs like the Core Ultra X9 388H have a lot going for them. However, the Core Ultra X9 388H and its Arc B390 iGPU is particularly impressive at low TDP ranges.

Lenovo has started selling a new 15-inch gaming laptop with up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 GPU and 32 GB RAM. Also featuring a 180 Hz display, the LOQ 15AHP11 has reached Europe months before Lenovo is due to release it in the US.

Asus has confirmed US pricing for its first 14-inch gaming laptop powered by AMD's Strix Halo architecture. While 48 GB of VRAM will be assignable in Europe, China, and Japan thanks to a 64 GB of RAM variant, Asus will restrict gamers to 32 GB RAM when purchasing the TUF Gaming A14 FA401EA in the US.

Windows 11’s KB5074109 January 2026 update is causing FPS drops and instability on some Nvidia GeForce gaming PCs, forcing players to choose between performance and security.

Control center apps from major laptop manufacturers such as Asus Armoury Crate or Lenovo Vantage have grown into bloated, resource-hungry packages packed with ads and tracking. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Slim open-source tools, often just a few megabytes in size, can offer a very similar feature set—without the bloatware. In this new article series, we take a close look at the best open-source alternatives for gaming laptops and explain who actually benefits from switching.

Microsoft’s troubled Windows 11 KB5074109 January 2026 update is now under investigation for causing UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME boot failures on some systems. Affected PCs refuse to start and must be recovered via WinRE, adding a serious new symptom to an already messy Patch Tuesday.

SD card readers have almost completely disappeared from gaming laptops, especially in the budget segment. Models such as the MSI Katana 17, Lenovo LOQ 17, and Omen 16 no longer include one at all. Acer is taking a different approach with its Nitro lineup: both the Nitro V 14 and the Nitro V 17 still feature a built-in SD card reader. We put this into perspective and explain how well the card reader actually performs—and who will truly benefit from it in everyday use.

Microsoft releases emergency Windows 11 update KB5078127 to fix major bugs from January patch KB5074109 that caused crashes, Outlook hangs, and more.

The Lenovo LOQ 15 features a high-refresh-rate 1080p IPS display, AMD's Ryzen 5 220 processor, 16 GB of RAM, a 512 GB SSD, and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU. There are also plenty of ports, though faster USB transfer speeds would have been welcome.

Lenovo has revealed initial evidence that it is preparing to release a 15-inch gaming laptop featuring AMD Strix Halo. Falling under the Legion 7 series, the Legion 7 15 ASH11 will rival recent releases in gaming performance despite lacking a dedicated GPU.

When people ask which ThinkPad to buy, probably the most common answer is the ThinkPad T series and more specifically, the ThinkPad T14. But there are also other models, like the ThinkPad L14 we just reviewed. Here are the key differences.

Windows 11 KB5074109 uninstall is failing with error 0x800f0905, leaving users stuck between rollback issues and ongoing black screens, app errors, and Outlook hangs.

No one expects an OLED or Mini-LED panel in the budget segment. A modern Full HD display with decent brightness, reasonable response times, and acceptable color reproduction, however, is a fair expectation. This is exactly where the Acer Nitro V 17 shows one of its biggest weaknesses. Acer cuts corners on the display to a degree that makes it stand out negatively—even among budget competitors—and this alone could be a dealbreaker for many buyers.

The Lenovo Legion 5i 15 gaming laptop sports the powerful 20-core Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX CPU and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. Thanks to an exciting coupon code, the well-reviewed OLED gaming laptop can now be purchased with an attractive $736 discount.

In the last few years, Lenovo always kept the ThinkPad L series confined to older AMD CPUs. With the Lenovo ThinkPad L14 Gen 6 AMD, this is no longer the case! Thanks to newer Krackan Point CPUs, the newest model is more attractive than the ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 AMD.

Integrated GPUs like the Radeon 780M or Arc 140V rely heavily on dual-channel memory for performance. Otherwise, expect graphics performance to drop by as much as 40 to 50 percent.

The Acer Nitro V 17 and Lenovo LOQ 17 are currently among the most affordable 17-inch gaming laptops equipped with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 graphics. Both start at around €1,249, yet despite similar pricing and comparable core specs, they take noticeably different approaches. We’ve tested both models and break down which laptop is the better fit for which type of gamer.

The latest Lenovo laptop deal combines the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX CPU with the Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti graphics card. While not the lightest 16-inch candidate, the Legion Pro 7 prioritizes gaming performance. The display on the OLED gaming laptop also delivers deep blacks and vibrant HDR visuals.

The Windows 11 KB5074109 update is causing crashes, black screens, and app failures, prompting Microsoft to advise affected users to uninstall it.

AMD has just updated its Strix Halo series with new options. Nonetheless, various sources have already obtained information about an alleged Gorgon Halo refresh that AMD will land before the end of 2026.

The Tecra A65-M would have been a stellar budget-oriented business laptop if it weren't for its poor choice of IPS panels and lack of sRGB colors.

Lenovo has officially mentioned its first Nvidia N1X gaming laptop. A new Legion 7 machine, the unreleased laptop has allegedly been spotted alongside Nvidia N1V laptops too.

The Lenovo Magic Bay makes it easy to add a second display, a high-quality webcam, an SSD or even a fan to your laptop when you're on the go. The innovative accessory system is finally slated to be opened up to third-party manufacturers in 2026.

The Zenbook 16 Air is one of the many new products that Asus recently launched in China. This lightweight laptop is essentially a rebrand of the S16 2026 for the Chinese market, but with a slightly brighter OLED display. It has a launch price of around $1,434.

In our test, the Acer Nitro V 17 stands out as one of the most power-efficient RTX 5070 gaming laptops in its class. It may not be the fastest option available, but it makes up for that with significantly lower power draw, noticeably quieter operation, and an unusually well-balanced performance package for budget-conscious gamers.

The XMG Apex 16 Max currently starts at €2,100 and is equipped with the 140W version of the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop with 12 GB VRAM. You also get 32 GB RAM, a powerful HX CPU from AMD as well as a good IPS or even an optional Mini-LED screen.

The Khadas Mind Go might look like a regular tablet at first glance, but thanks to a corresponding keyboard and the Mind Go Stand, the 11-inch device quickly transforms into a full-fledged laptop or even desktop computer for uninterrupted productivity.

Asus has now released the cheaper version of its new 14-inch gaming laptop. Priced higher than last year's model, the lightweight gaming laptop combines an AMD Gorgon Point APU with an Nvidia RTX 50 series GPU, a 165 Hz display and 32 GB of RAM. The new TUF Gaming A14 FA401GM should receive a global release later this year too.

Asus has started selling a new OLED convertible with 64 GB of RAM and a Radeon 8060S iGPU. Equipped with up to the AMD Ryzen AI+ 395, the new 13-inch device promises to outperform its predecessor on all fronts.

The AMD-powered Lenovo ThinkBook 14+ and 16+ 2026 laptops are now official in China. These two have a design similar to the global ThinkBook 16p G6, but are powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 H 255. They also have an OCuLink implementation.

Asus has started selling its first 14-inch gaming laptop backed by AMD's Strix Halo architecture. Available in Europe, China, and Japan, the new gaming laptop can assign up to 48 GB of VRAM to its Radeon 8060S iGPU thanks to its built-in 64 GB of RAM.

The Acer Nitro V 17 AI is currently one of the most affordable 17-inch gaming laptops with an RTX 5070. Our test shows that, despite the low price, Acer delivers more than just performance – the laptop impresses with efficiency and surprisingly quiet operation.

Lenovo's ThinkPad P16v Gen 3 is a mobile workstation that wants to convince with a good price-performance ratio. To keep the price down, the manufacturer saves some money in regard to the chassis stability, hinges as well as the keyboard, which are typically strengths of the ThinkPad series.

A new and compact laptop supposedly offers lots of space for productivity apps thanks to two individual touchscreens. The 10-inch device can also be used like a tablet.

The Slimbook Executive is a new laptop with a powerful APU, a high resolution display and relatively compact dimensions. The manufacturer also advertises Linux compatibility and two SSD slots.

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025) with an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU, an RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU, 32 GB of LPDDR5X memory, and 1 TB of storage has dropped by more than $300 at Best Buy. The ROG Zephyrus G14 gaming laptop also brings a fantastic OLED display.

When we tested the Dell Pro 14 Plus laptop, we were shocked by the quality of its screen. It is just not up to par, despite the fact that we chose the top model of the PB14255 for the German market. The worst thing: Dell has better screens available, they just do not use them.

A few years ago, Dell introduced "Concept Luna", a modular, more repairable way to design laptop. With the latest Dell Pro 14 Plus, Dell for sure has made progress in terms of sustainability when it comes to materials and packaging. Sadly, modularity and repairability lags behind the competition.

Mobile workstations are often synonymous with fast components and professional graphics cards. However, many manufacturers actually do not use the fastest versions of the components, and the recently reviewed ThinkPad P16v Gen 3 is a good example.