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Video: Join us for CES 2025!

Video: Join us for CES 2025!

We are in Las Vegas for #CES2025 and would like to take you guys along for the ride. Before we get into it, though, I wanted to show you guys our setup and the tech I use to film, edit, and create our content. Please enjoy our video and subscribe so you won't miss our coverage of the biggest tech event of the year!
Alexander Wätzel, 06 Jan 2025 08:47
HP EliteBook 845 G11 Laptop Review - No major changes, but still one of the best business notebooks

89% HP EliteBook 845 G11 Laptop Review - No major changes, but still one of the best business notebooks

Minor update with Thunderbolt 4. HP does not change a lot for the EliteBook 845 G11 and only updates the processor to the Ryzen 7 Pro 8840HS (Zen4). You also get Thunderbolt 4 support now and the very good IPS screen as well as the excellent keyboard remain unchanged.
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS, Radeon 780M, 14", 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 05 Jan 2025 17:20
MSI Katana A15 AI laptop review: RTX 4070 gamer hurt by cost-saving measures

76% MSI Katana A15 AI laptop review: RTX 4070 gamer hurt by cost-saving measures

Close but no cigar. MSI ventures into the competitive mid-range gaming laptop sector with the Katana A15 AI. This 15-inch laptop features a powerful Ryzen processor along with a GeForce RTX 4060 or RTX 4070 - and is massively disappointing in one crucial area.
AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Florian Glaser, 04 Jan 2025 20:19
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 14Q8X9 review: Affordable Qualcomm ARM convertible

81% Lenovo IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 14Q8X9 review: Affordable Qualcomm ARM convertible

Extra-long battery life with ARM. The IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 14Q8X9 is one of the least expensive convertibles available running on a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus processor. However, its performance leaves a lot to be desired even after accounting for the low starting price.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100, Adreno X1-45 1.7 TFLOPS, 14", 1.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 04 Jan 2025 19:45
ECS UP42KP is an AMD Krackan laptop with an 8-core CPU and RNDA 3.5 iGPU (Image source: AMD - edited)

ECS announces new laptop with AMD Krackan APU ahead of CES 2025

At CES 2025, companies are expected to introduce laptops featuring AMD Krackan APUs, but ECS appears to have pulled the gun early. Days before the event, the company announced a new laptop that features a new 8-core Zen 5 APU.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 03 Jan 2025 18:39
Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED in review

86% Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED Review: Affordable, quieter, and long lasting thanks to Lunar Lake

Intel Lunar Lake or AMD Zen 5? In addition to the AMD model, Asus is now also launching the compact Vivobook S 14 OLED with the latest Intel Lunar Lake processor. We focus on the performance and fan behavior of the two models in the review as other components, including the 60 Hz FHD OLED panel, are common in both variants.
Intel Core Ultra 5 226V, Arc 130V, 14", 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 03 Jan 2025 17:53
The RTX 5090 laptop card will retain the 256-bit wide bus of the RTX 4090 Laptop GPU. (Image source: Nvidia, Unsplash, edited)

RTX 5090 laptop VRAM capacity leaks: RTX 50 flagship to enjoy 50% VRAM bump vs RTX 4090 thanks to new GDDR7 modules

The VRAM size of the RTX 5090 laptop GPU has leaked and the card is expected to feature 50% more memory than the RTX 4090 laptop. This increase is reportedly made possible by the 3 GB GDDR7 modules.
Fawad Murtaza, 03 Jan 2025 13:37
The ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 (AMD) is already 46% cheaper than Lenovo's official list price (Image source: Benjamin Herzig)

Deal | Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 with 32GB RAM and AMD Ryzen AI 7 Pro 360 gets big 46% discount

The ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 also comes with a decent Full-HD display with 400 nits and 100% sRGB. Thanks to a substantial price cut, the 14-inch Lenovo laptop has now dropped to its lowest price thus far.
Enrico Frahn, 02 Jan 2025 21:24
The RedmiBook 16 (2025). (Image Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi launches the RedmiBook (2025) in 14" and 16" sizes with a Core 5 220H and 19 hours of battery life

Xiaomi has now officially launched its latest notebook lineup in China. The RedmiBook (2025) arrives in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes, with both powered by the Intel Core 5-220H, and carrying a price tag equivalent to around $630 for the very cheapest model.
Ricci Rox, 02 Jan 2025 13:39
The RTX 5060 laptop GPU could feature GGDR7 memory. (Image source: Nvidia, Notebookcheck, edited)

Update | RTX 5060 laptop vs RTX 4060: RTX 50 mobile GPU to be more than 20% faster but limited VRAM could spoil the fun

3DMark Time Spy performance of the upcoming RTX 5060 laptop GPU has leaked online. The card appears to bring a respectable, double-digit performance uplift vs the RTX 4060 laptop GPU, while also being faster than the RTX 4070 laptop board. Update: The leaked 3DMark Time Spy score of the RTX 5060 laptop GPU seems to be fake.
Fawad Murtaza, 02 Jan 2025 08:54
A new MSI Raider 18 HX variant has shown up on Geekbench (image source: Notebookcheck)

MSI Raider 18 HX shows up on Geekbench with an Arrow Lake HX processor and mid-range Ada Lovelace GPU

A new Geekbench listing sheds light on one of MSI's CES-bound laptops. The new Raider 18 HX variant mixes current and last-gen hardware; an odd choice for a flagship laptop.
Anil Ganti, 02 Jan 2025 05:14
Video: We tested (almost) all 18" laptops in 2024! Are they worth it?

Video: We tested (almost) all 18" laptops in 2024! Are they worth it?

Why not buy a desktop right away before opting for an 18" gaming laptop? Or rather go with the much more established and also a lot more practical 16" competition? Well, if you ask me, the "big boys" offer a lot and definitely have a place in today's laptop market. We tested almost all of the gaming and content creation behemoths currently available, so please enjoy our video.
Alexander Wätzel, 01 Jan 2025 13:26
The MNT Reform Next open-source notebook is upgradeable in many ways after purchase. (Image source: MNT Research)

Modular laptop with mechanical keyboard: MNT Reform Next challenges Framework Laptop 13

The MNT Reform Next is here to take on the Framework Laptop 13 with its likewise modular hardware. However, it uses open-standard hardware rather than proprietary modules. Due to its unconventional setup, the MNT Reform Next may not be a good fit for everyone.
Hannes Brecher, 31 Dec 2024 14:09
The LG Gram Pro is now available with Intel Lunar Lake and Arrow Lake. (Image source: LG)

LG Gram Pro 2025 gets Lunar Lake, Arrow Lake and 120 Hz OLED

LG's ultra-light next-generation laptops are here, either with Intel Lunar Lake or Intel Arrow Lake-H. The LG Gram series offers powerful features, such as up to 90 Wh batteries, an optional OLED display and even a dedicated Nvidia GeForce GPU in one model.
Hannes Brecher, 31 Dec 2024 12:17
The Dell Alienware m16 R2 has a big 90 Wh battery. (Image source: Dell, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Open-box Alienware m16 R2 (2024) RTX 4070 gaming laptop in pristine condition is now on sale at enticing price

The Dell Alienware m16 R2 gaming laptop with an RTX 4070 laptop GPU, 16 GB of RAM, and 1 TB of expandable storage can now be yours at a steep discount. The discount is for an "Open-Box" model from Best Buy which is in "like-new" condition and, as such, looks and functions like a brand new machine.
Fawad Murtaza, 31 Dec 2024 10:23
The Inspiron 16 7640 convertible comes with a Full HD webcam (Image source: Allen Ngo / Notebookcheck)

Deal | Dell Inspiron 16 convertible with 2.5K Mini-LED screen and 32 GB RAM drops to record-low price

Dell's Inspiron 16 2-in-1 features a bright Mini-LED touch display, Intel's Core Ultra 155H processor, 32 GB of memory, and 1 TB of storage. A couple of Thunderbolt 4 ports complete the package, and it can all be had for less than $1,000.
Tudor Cibean, 31 Dec 2024 09:55
Bluestar Linux 6.12.7 update now available (Image source: Bluestar Linux on SourceForge)

Bluestar Linux is back with update 6.12.7: Firefox 133, LibreOffice 24, the 6.12 kernel, and more

Arch-based German distro Bluestar Linux is back with multiple package updates on top of a new kernel. The kernel version is 6.12.7, while the list of updates includes Firefox 133.0.3, LibreOffice 24.8.4, Vim 9.1, VLC 3.0.21, Python 3.13.1, and many others.
Codrut Nistor, 30 Dec 2024 19:26
Hot laptop model runs too hot: ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 AMD too powerful for its own good (image source: Benjamin Herzig)

Hot laptop model runs too hot: ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 AMD too powerful for its own good

The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 AMD is one of the more popular ThinkPad laptops, as it marries the traditional T series with AMD's Ryzen platform. With the latest generation, Lenovo restores upgradeability and the device also offers a great performance. Unfortunately, it can get pretty toasty.
Benjamin Herzig, 30 Dec 2024 17:38
The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge appears to perform better with AirJet compared to traditional fans. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

AirJet showcases 50% performance boost, larger battery and silent operation in Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge

Better performance and battery life coupled with virtually silent operation: this is exactly what the AirJet Mini promises to deliver in thin and light laptops. Using a Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 equipped with a Snapdragon X Elite, Frore Systems demonstrates the potential advantages of this cooling technology.
Hannes Brecher, 30 Dec 2024 17:28
Lenovo's Yoga 7 14 2-in-1 can currently be had for $300 off at Best Buy (Image source: Allen Ngo / Notebookcheck)

Deal | Lenovo Yoga 7 14 convertible with Ryzen 7 8840HS discounted to under $600

The Lenovo Yoga 7 14 on sale at Best Buy comes with an AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS processor, 16 GB of memory, a 1 TB SSD, and a FHD+ IPS display. Due to the lack of SO-DIMM slots, user upgradability is limited to just the SSD, and even then you're restricted to 2230 and 2242 modules.
Tudor Cibean, 30 Dec 2024 16:47
Acer Predator Triton Neo 16 review: A premium laptop with an RTX 4070 for gamers and creators

81% Acer Predator Triton Neo 16 review: A premium laptop with an RTX 4070 for gamers and creators

Brilliant display. While the Nitro V 16 that we tested recently only impressed us a limited amount due to its poor display, the Predator Triton Neo 16 cut a much better figure. We put the 16-inch gamer with a Meteor Lake CPU and a GeForce RTX 4070 to the test.
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, 16", 2 kg
Florian Glaser, 30 Dec 2024 16:36
Apple might take a new approach to SoC design with the M5 generation. (Image Source: AI generated via Grok 2)

Apple M5 Pro, Max, and Ultra could ditch much vaunted unified memory architecture for split CPU and GPU designs fabbed on TSMC N3E

Apple could be giving a server-grade uplift to its upcoming M5 series of chips, according to analyst Ming-chi Kuo. Kuo expects higher end M5 SoCs such as the M5 Pro, M5 Max, and M5 Ultra to employ TSMC's 2.5D SoIC-mH packaging with separate CPU and GPU designs that do not use the unified memory architecture.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 30 Dec 2024 11:56
Video: No need for a high-end CPU!

Video: No need for a high-end CPU!

The Gigabyte Aorus 16X is a prime example of a solid gaming experience without many compromises at a very reasonable price point. While we did test the i9-14900HX SKU thoroughly on the website, the i7-equipped variant I was able to get my hands on for this video might be the better pick.
Alexander Wätzel, 30 Dec 2024 09:27
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 laptop review - The large OLED convertible benefits from Intel Lunar Lake

86% Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 laptop review - The large OLED convertible benefits from Intel Lunar Lake

Now a Copilot+ PC. Samsung has given its large 16-inch Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 convertible the latest Lunar Lake processor from Intel, which comes with lots of advantages. Apart from this, the device continues to boast a slim case as well as an impressive 120-Hz AMOLED display.
Intel Core Ultra 5 226V, Arc 130V, 16", 1.7 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 28 Dec 2024 18:47
Zenwalk Linux Current 241227 Santa Claus (Image source: Zenwalk GNU Linux)

Slackware-based Zenwalk Linux returns with "Santa Claus" edition

Zenwalk Linux "Santa Claus" edition (current-241227) comes with a few noticeable package updates and new additions, such as Firefox 133, Perl 5.40, Wayland 1.23.1, and more. Overall, it sports the same changes as the latest Slackware refresh. The Xfce 4.20 update also comes with multiple tweaks and fixes.
Codrut Nistor, 27 Dec 2024 23:44
AceBook 12: New notebook launched with a pretty big screen (Image source: Blackview)

AceBook 12: Windows laptop with fingerprint sensor - and questionable CPU

The AceBook 12 is a new Windows-based laptop featuring an Intel Core i5 processor. The model is equipped with a relatively large display and a built-in fingerprint scanner.
Silvio Werner, 27 Dec 2024 16:53
AMD much faster than Intel: Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 laptop review

86% AMD much faster than Intel: Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 laptop review

ThinkPad Hawk. AMD or Intel - Lenovo gives customers who buy the ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 the choice. The business laptop offers many great connectivity and security options, as well as plenty upgradeability, coupled with a good performance. This performance has a price, however.
AMD Ryzen 7 8840U, Radeon 780M, 14", 1.5 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 27 Dec 2024 13:53
HP OmniBook X AI 14 in review

84% HP OmniBook X AI 14 Review: Snapdragon laptop for everyday use with long battery life but weak display

Unbalanced. The HP OmniBook X AI 14 is a compact 14-inch laptop featuring a Snapdragon X Elite processor that enables very good battery runtimes. However, HP has cut some corners in key areas that raises eyebrows and affects the overall impression of the laptop.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-78-100, Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS, 14", 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 27 Dec 2024 09:05
The Clevo X580 combines a GeForce RTX 5000 with Arrow Lake-HX. (Image source: TerransForce)

Gaming laptop with GeForce RTX 5000, 192 GB RAM, 4K display and Thunderbolt 5: Leak reveals new Clevo flagship

The next-generation flagship gaming laptops are on the horizon, and a new leak reveals what users can expect from one of Clevo's most premium 18-inch models. With a 4K display, 192 GB of RAM, Thunderbolt 5 and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5000, the ODM model promises powerful features.
Hannes Brecher, 27 Dec 2024 02:06
RedmiBook 16 2025: New notebook from Xiaomi. (Image source: Xiaomi)

RedmiBook 16 2025: Xiaomi unveils new notebook with long battery life

Xiaomi will soon launch a new notebook, the RedmiBook 16 2025, which aims to impress with a very long battery life. The predecessor, which we have already reviewed here at Notebookcheck, has fundamentally similar features.
Silvio Werner, 27 Dec 2024 01:59
Apple MacBook Pro 14 with M4 Pro Amazon deal

Deal | Powerful MacBook Pro 14 with M4 Pro chip gets substantial discount in Amazon deal for record-low price

The 14-inch Apple MacBook Pro with M4 Pro SoC is substantially discounted on Amazon. The MacBook Pro features a bright mini-LED display, one of Apple's most powerful SoCs to date, and 24 GB of unified memory. At the discounted price, it even undercuts the base M4 MacBook.
Julian van der Merwe, 26 Dec 2024 21:47
The HP OmniBook Ultra 14 is Copilot+ compatible thanks to the NPU inside its AMD Strix Point processor (Image source: Allen Ngo / Notebookcheck)

Deal | HP OmniBook Ultra 14 with Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 and 32 GB RAM drops below $1,150 for a limited time

HP's OmniBook Ultra 14 comes equipped with a high-end AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 processor, 32 GB of RAM, 2 TB of storage, and a 2.2K IPS touch-enabled display. Although it doesn't offer many ports, the two USB-C do support Thunderbolt 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 output.
Tudor Cibean, 26 Dec 2024 15:00
The Asus TUF A14 gaming laptop has two full-sized M.2 2280 SSD slots. (Image source: Asus/Walmart, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Compact Asus TUF A14 gaming laptop with fast Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, RTX 4060, and 32 GB RAM is now $400 cheaper

The Asus TUF Gaming A14 with an RTX 4060 laptop GPU, a Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU, 32 GB of RAM, and 2 TB of storage is currently on sale for $400 less than the list price. The laptop is a super fast 14-incher, especially in the CPU department where the Strix Point chip on offer stands out in the comparison field.
Fawad Murtaza, 26 Dec 2024 10:47
The Razer Blade 18 is expected to get an Arrow Lake-HX refresh at CES 2025 (image source: Notebookcheck)

New Razer Blade 18 variant shows up on Geekbench with an Intel Arrow Lake HX processor and an unexpected Nvidia GPU

The high-end Razer Blade 18 gaming laptop has shown up on Geekbench with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and an Nvidia desktop GPU from the last generation.
Anil Ganti, 26 Dec 2024 10:35
Lenovo has treated the ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 (Intel) to a massive 60% Xmas discount (Image source: Andreas Osthoff)

Deal | Lenovo ThinkPad P14s with 96GB RAM, Core Ultra 7 and RTX graphics now discounted by 60%

(Update: Now discounted by whopping 62%) In addition to the whopping amount of memory and quick Intel CPU, the ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 is powered by an Nvidia RTX 500 dGPU and features a beautiful 3K IPS display. Most importantly, this 14-inch workhorse of a laptop is now cheaper than ever before thanks to a 60% price cut directly at Lenovo.
Enrico Frahn, 25 Dec 2024 20:27
Shocking redesign: ThinkPad laptop without a TrackPoint! Lenovo ThinkPad X9 leaks out (image source: WalkingCat on Twitter)

Shocking redesign: ThinkPad laptop without a TrackPoint! Lenovo ThinkPad X9 leaks out

Lenovo appears to be doing it: On the new Lenovo ThinkPad X9 series that leaked out on Twitter, the Chinese manufacturer is seemingly killing off the famous and iconic red TrackPoint. The new ThinkPad laptop lineup comes in two sizes, and it adopts a design that looks very similar to the Apple MacBook Air, radically breaking with the established ThinkPad design.
Benjamin Herzig, 25 Dec 2024 12:54
Minisforum MDSA156 launched at $231 (Image source: Minisforum)

Minisforum MDSA156: New portable dual-screen monitor costs under $250

The Minsiforum MDSA156 has launched as a new portable dual-screen monitor. While the specs are competitive, it has a very affordable tag, with the launch price being $231.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Dec 2024 11:52
Asus prepares world's lightest Copilot+ laptop with claimed 32-hour battery life (Image source: Asus)

Asus teases world's lightest Copilot+ PC with a claimed 32-hour battery life

Asus teases a new Zenbook with Copilot+, promising up to 32 hours of battery life while also claiming the title of the world's lightest laptop in its class. Full details will be revealed at CES 2025 during the "Always Incredible" launch event.
Nathan Ali, 25 Dec 2024 09:32
The Zenbook S 14 sports a Core Ultra 7 256V CPU paired with 16 GB of memory and a powerful iGPU. (Image source: Own)

Deal | Asus Zenbook S 14 with stunning 3K 120 Hz OLED display discounted to lowest-ever price at Best Buy

The Zenbook S 14 is a sleek and stylish Intel Lunar Lake-powered ultrabook featuring an excellent 3K OLED display. Thanks to an ongoing holiday sale at Best Buy, the S 14 can now be purchased for its lowest-ever price on the platform.
Sambit Saha, 24 Dec 2024 14:33
The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2024) gaming laptop has expandable RAM and storage. (Image source: Lenovo, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Affordable Lenovo LOQ 15 (2024) gaming laptop with RTX 4050 and 100% sRGB display is now at record-low price

The Lenovo LOQ 15 (2024) gaming laptop price has slid down to a new record-low level of $629. The laptop is powered by a Ryzen 5 8645HS, an RTX 4050 laptop GPU, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage. Display duties are handled by a 15.6-inch FHD IPS panel with a 144 Hz refresh rate.
Fawad Murtaza, 24 Dec 2024 14:27
siduction 2024.1.0 update (Image source: siduction Linux)

Sid-based siduction 2024.1.0 launches with KDE Plasma 6 while dropping GNOME, MATE, and Cinnamon

Based on Sid (the unstable Debian version), siduction has been around for over a decade with multiple desktop choices. Sadly, version 2024.1.0 discontinues three flavors, namely GNOME, MATE, and Cinnamon. The main highlight is KDE Plasma 6 and it comes in five flavors: KDE, LXQt, Xfce, Xorg, and no X.
Codrut Nistor, 24 Dec 2024 13:40
The Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED has an RGB backlit keyboard. (Image source: Asus/Best Buy, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED laptop with newest Lunar Lake CPU and long battery life is back on sale at lowest price to date

Asus's latest Vivobook S 14 OLED laptop with Intel's excellent Lunar Lake Core Ultra 5 226V APU is now back on sale at its lowest-ever price. The laptop is a portable 14-incher with a 16:10 OLED panel, 16 GB of RAM, and 512 GB of storage.
Fawad Murtaza, 24 Dec 2024 12:55
Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable G2 review: The versatile laptop-tablet hybrid for everyday business use

84% Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable G2 review: The versatile laptop-tablet hybrid for everyday business use

Never change a running system. The Lenovo ThinkPad X12 G2 business Windows detachable is designed to be particularly flexible. It allows users to work either in laptop mode or without a keyboard dock in tablet mode and offers long runtimes. A stylus for the touchscreen is also included. We put the flexibility promises to the test.
Intel Core Ultra 5 134U, Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arrow Lake), 12.3", 1.1 kg
Christian Hintze, 24 Dec 2024 12:41
HP's CES-bound laptop has been leaked ahead of launch (image source: @MysteryLupin on X)

HP Omen Max 16 gaming laptop leaks online with next-gen hardware from Intel and Nvidia

A new leak has revealed some key specs of an upcoming HP laptop. The Omen Max 16 will combine an Intel Arrow Lake-HX processor and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series graphics card. It also has a slightly larger chassis compared to its last-gen version.
Anil Ganti, 24 Dec 2024 03:42
Asus ROG Strix gaming laptop teased

Asus teases launch date for new Nvidia RTX 5000 ROG Strix laptops with RGB overload

Asus has added an official launch date for its previously-revealed RGB-laden ROG gaming laptops coming to CES 2025. The new ROG laptop will apparently feature an RGB strip all around the lower casing, along with large ROG Strix branding on the vents underneath the laptop.
Julian van der Merwe, 23 Dec 2024 20:59
CachyOS 241221 desktop with CLI window (Image source: CachyOS)

CachyOS 241221 launches with performance improvements, Bluetooth support enabled by default, and more

The 13th release of the year, which is also the last one of 2024, speeds up and further enhances the security provided by CachyOS while also improving compatibility thanks to RustiCL, which replaces the default OpenCL driver. Additionally, CachyOS 241221 comes with the Bluetooth service enabled by default.
Codrut Nistor, 23 Dec 2024 20:14
It appears that the Yoga Slim 9 14 has relatively few ports. (Image source: via WalkingCat)

Leaker teases Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14 with under-display webcam before presumed CES 2025 intro

A leaker has teased what could be one of the laptops that Lenovo launches next month at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. Seemingly arriving with an under-display webcam, the Yoga Slim 19 14 also appears to utilise Intel Lunar Lake processors and a design reminiscent of the Yoga Slim 7x.
Alex Alderson, 23 Dec 2024 17:49
Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G7 IML laptop review: Affordable yet professional

83% Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G7 IML laptop review: Affordable yet professional

For the budget-conscious home office. If you don't need all the fancy and expensive features of a traditional ThinkPad, then the ThinkBook 16 G7 can save you a ton of cash especially for SMB applications. Its efficient Core Ultra 5 CPU is a highlight while the base 1200p panel could use an upgrade.
Intel Core Ultra 5 125U, Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arrow Lake), 16", 1.8 kg
Allen Ngo, 23 Dec 2024 17:03
2024 Asus V16 features the non-AI Intel Core series processors (Image source: Asus - edited)

Asus unveils new budget-friendly V16 gaming laptop ahead of CES 2025

Ahead of CES 2025, Asus has introduced a new gaming laptop, the 2024 V16. As the company notes, it’s an entry-level option, with the specs maxing out at non-Ultra Intel Core 7 and Nvidia RTX 4050.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 23 Dec 2024 13:03
The Acer Swift 16 AI OLED laptop enjoys a 75 Wh battery. (Image source: Acer, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | Latest Acer Swift 16 AI Lunar Lake laptop with 3K OLED display drops to new record-low price

The Acer Swift 16 AI Lunar Lake laptop with a 16-inch OLED display and an Intel Core Ultra 7 256V APU has now dropped down to a new historic-low price after a respectable 29% discount on the list price. Powered by a Lunar Lake chip and the 47 TOPS NPU, the laptop is a Windows CoPilot+ machine and, therefore, boasts a slew of AI features.
Fawad Murtaza, 23 Dec 2024 11:08
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