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The Framework 16 brings the company's hallmark repairability and upgradeability to a larger 16-inch form factor. (All images via Framework)

Framework announces Framework Laptop 16 with upgradeable GPU, swappable keyboard, and more

Framework, the company behind the modular Framework Laptop 13, announced a new model today. The Framework Laptop 16 is a 16-inch laptop built around Framework's ethos of repairability and upgradeability. The Framework Laptop 16 includes a swappable keyboard and an expansion bay that can be used to upgrade the machine's graphics card.

Sam Medley, 23 Mar 2023 21:04

The Dell Precision 5680 offers discrete graphics options up to the Nvidia RTX 5000 Ada. (Image Source: Dell)

Dell launches Precision 5480 and Precision 5680 with Intel Raptor Lake-H vPro and Nvidia RTX Ada workstation graphics

The Dell Precision 5480 and Precision 5680 have launched today featuring Intel Raptor Lake-H vPro options and the latest Nvidia RTX Ada workstation GPUs up to the RTX 5000 Ada. While the 14-inch Precision 5480 offers up to a QHD+ touch panel, the 16-inch Precision 5680 can be configured with a UHD+ OLED touch option.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Mar 2023 20:00

The entry-level configuration of the Dell Precision 3480 is powered by a 10-core Core i5-1335U. (Source: Dell)

Dell Precision 3480, 3580, and 3581 mobile workstations unveiled with 13th gen Intel Raptor Lake processors and up to RTX Ada Generation graphics

Dell has launched the Precision 3480, 3580, and 3581 mobile workstations with the latest Intel Raptor Lake processors and up to NVIDIA RTX Ada Generation GPU. Additionally, all three laptops feature wide connectivity options including Thunderbolt 4 ports and FHD webcams with optional IR sensors for facial recognition.

Fawad Murtaza, 23 Mar 2023 19:07

The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 and Slim 5i rock up to 1080p webcams. (Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo Legion Slim 5 and Slim 5i (16”, 8) launched with latest AMD Ryzen and Intel Raptor Lake processors and plenty of GPU options

Lenovo has announced the 16-inch Legion Slim 5 and Slim 5i gaming laptops featuring AMD and Intel chips and up to RTX 4070 GPUs. The notebooks boast 16:10 displays, optional 4-zone RGB keyboards, fast charge-capable 80 Wh batteries, a healthy mix of ports, and up to 32 GB/1 TB storage and RAM configuration.

Fawad Murtaza, 23 Mar 2023 17:40

Dell has several new Latitude 7x40 series laptops on offer in aluminum and ultralight variants. (Image Source: Dell)

Dell Latitude 7x40 series announced with Intel 13th gen vPro, 5 MP webcam, and mini-LED backlit keyboard

Dell is introducing a whole range of refreshed Latitude 7x40 series laptops today. The new Latitude range is comprised of Latitude 7340, Latitude 7440, Latitude 7640, Latitude 7340 Ultralight, and Latitude 7440 Ultralight with the Latitude 7340 and 7440 also being available in 2-in-1 form factors. All models come with Intel 13th gen vPro CPUs up to the Core i7, 5 MP webcams, quad-speakers, and Dell's suite of business and privacy protection apps.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Mar 2023 17:20

The Latitude 5430 Chromebook runs ChromeOS with some business and security-minded features. (All images via Dell)

Dell announces business-focused Latitude 5430 Chromebook

Dell's Latitude 5430 Chromebook is a business-focused Chromebook that features 12th-Gen Intel CPUs, either a clamshell or 2-in-1 form factor, and security features like automatic enterprise enrollment upon booting the laptop for the first time.

Sam Medley, 23 Mar 2023 17:00

The Dell Latitude 5340 is powered by a 13th Gen Intel Core i7 and is uses recycled plastics in its chassis. (All images via Dell)

Dell debuts Latitude 5340, 5440, and 5540 business laptops with 13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake CPUs

Dell's latest Latitude 5000-series laptops boast 13th Gen Intel processors. Additionally, Dell focused on sustainability with the manufacture of these machines, increasing its use of recyclable plastics by up to 64%.

Sam Medley, 23 Mar 2023 17:00

Dell Latitude 9440 2-in-1 sports an XPS 13-esque design. (Image Source: Dell)

Dell Latitude 9440 2-in-1 gets redesign inspired by XPS 13 Plus 9320, features the world's first haptic collaboration touchpad

Dell is introducing a new design with the Latitude 9440 2-in-1 with a mini-LED backlit zero-lattice keyboard, a larger touchpad with haptic conference keys, and a fully Thunderbolt 4 interface. The Latitude 9440 2-in-1 conforms to Intel Evo standards and comes with a host of security and AI features to enhance collaboration.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Mar 2023 17:00

The Dell Precision 7780 and Precision 7680 are now official (image via Dell)

Dell Precision 7780 and Precision 7680 business laptops launched with workstation-class graphics cards, Raptor Lake-HX processors and ECC memory

Dell has officially launched the Precision 7780 and Precision 7680 laptops. Both feature current-gen hardware from Nvidia and Intel, up to 128 GB of RAM, 4 TB storage, and more. They are available for purchase now, with prices starting at US$2,529.

Anil Ganti, 23 Mar 2023 17:00

Lenovo Legion Slim 7i and Legion Slim 7 have a 1080p webcam with a built-in privacy shutter. (Source: Lenovo)

Gen 8 Lenovo Legion Slim 7 and Slim 7i are official with up to a Core i9-13900H/Ryzen 9 7940HS CPU and RTX 4070 GPU

Lenovo has announced the 2023 Legion Slim 7i and Slim 7 devices with high-end Intel and AMD CPUs respectively. In addition to packing roughly the same internal hardware, the laptops feature optional per-key RGB illuminated keyboards, a plethora of ports including full-sized SD card slots, and 99.99 Wh batteries.

Fawad Murtaza, 23 Mar 2023 16:04

Sabrent Rocket NVMe PCIe 4.0 (SB-ROCKET-NVMe4-2TB) SSD (Source: Sabrent)

Deal | 2 TB Sabrent Rocket NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD hits lowest price in 30 days on Amazon

Launched back in 2019 and available in 500 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB sizes, the Sabrent Rocket NVMe PCIe 4.0 M.2 2280 SSD is one of the fastest pieces of hardware in its class. With a list price of US$299.99, the 2 TB version is down to the lowest price in 30 days on Amazon thanks to a 40% discount, so now it goes for US$179.99.

Codrut Nistor, 23 Mar 2023 15:46

The Lenovo LOQ 15APH8 gaming laptop brings mid-range specs at an entry-level budget. (All images via Lenovo)

Lenovo launches LOQ gaming laptops aimed at budget-conscious gamers

Lenovo's LOQ gaming laptops feature the latest Intel or AMD CPUs, a mid-range Nvidia GPU, and an aggressive price designed to help new gamers break into the hobby.

Sam Medley, 23 Mar 2023 14:00

MSI Raider GE78 HX now available to be one of the first laptops with PCIe5 SSD support for read rates of over 15 GB/s

It'll be interesting to see how the GE78 HX can deal with all that residual heat from PCIe5 NVMe SSDs when the drives become more widely available later in the year. At least the MSI model has no issues running PCIe4 SSDs at full speed for long periods.

Allen Ngo, 23 Mar 2023 05:23

The GemiBook XPro features a new Intel Alder Lake-N processor. (Image source: Chuwi)

Chuwi GemiBook xPro: New low-powered laptop launches with Intel Alder Lake-N processor

Chuwi is now selling the GemiBook xPro, a 14.1-inch laptop with an Intel Processor N100. The GemiBook xPro also packs plenty of ports and LPDDR5 RAM for under US$300, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 22 Mar 2023 15:29

MSI announces CreatorPro mobile workstations with up to an Nvidia 3500 Ada professional GPU and Intel Raptor Lake-H/X CPUs

The flagship X17 HX workstation packs an Intel i9-13980HX CPU, up to 128 GB DDR5 RAM and an Nvidia RTX 3500 Ada professional GPU, while the Z17 / 16 HX models offer touchscreens with RTX 3000 / 2000 Ada GPUs plus RTX Studio compatibility. Budget-oriented users can opt for the M16 model with up to an i7-13700H CPU and RTX 3000 Ada GPU.

Bogdan Solca, 22 Mar 2023 15:21

Samsung 870 QVO SATA III SSD (Source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung 870 QVO SATA III SSD lineup discounted by up to 48% on Amazon

With the lowest price in 30 days for the 4 TB model, which is 40% down from US$429.99 to US$258, the old-school Samsung 870 QVO SATA III SSD family is now down by up to 48% on Amazon. This discount applies to the 1 TB model. Thanks to it, the price drops from US$134.99 to US$69.99.

Codrut Nistor, 22 Mar 2023 14:51

Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus NVMe PCIe 4.0 8 TB SSD (Source: Sabrent)

Deal | 8 TB Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD falls below US$1,000 on Amazon

Developed in the United States and available on Amazon for less than a year, the Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus NVMe PCIe 4.0 8 TB SSD can reach 7,100 MB/s and 6,600 MB/s when reading/writing data while used on a PCIe Gen4 motherboard. The US$1,499.99 list price is now down to the lowest value in 30 days, so those interested can get it for US$999.99.

Codrut Nistor, 21 Mar 2023 19:55

Stylish ultrabook with Intel Raptor Lake-H CPUs. (Image Source: Acer)

Acer starts selling the Swift 14 premium ultrabook with i7-13700H and 2560 x 1600 touchscreen for US$1,399.99

This model integrates 16 GB LPDDR5 RAM and 1 TB NVMe SSD storage, as well as 2x Thunderbolt 4 connectors, 1440p webcam and fingerprint sensor. Acer will also offer a more expensive version with 32 GB RAM, along with a more affordable version featuring an i5-13500H CPU, 8 GB RAM, and 512 GB SSD.

Bogdan Solca, 21 Mar 2023 18:03

A solid RTX 3060 configuration of the Legion 5 gaming laptop has been put on sale (Image: Lenovo)

Deal | Lenovo Legion 5 gaming laptop with AMD Ryzen 5 6600H and RTX 3060 now 42% off thanks to coupon code

The mid-range configuration of the popular 15-inch gaming laptop is further equipped with 16GB of RAM, a spacious 1TB SSD and the base 165Hz FHD display. This particular version of the Lenovo Legion 5 is now on sale for a significantly discounted price of just under US$1,000.

Enrico Frahn, 20 Mar 2023 21:06

Deal | FQQ S17 triple 1080p portable monitor on sale for US$655, promises compatibility with most laptops

(March 20, 2023 update: Sale live again for US$550) The FQQ S17 sounds pretty cool on paper, but overall brightness and build quality leave a lot to be desired relative to its high US$600 asking price.

Allen Ngo, 20 Mar 2023 18:03

Finally, quiet gaming with the Asus ROG Strix G16

The Asus ROG Strix G16 is able to extract a lot of performance from its strong hardware. An Intel Core i9 and a Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 ensure high FPS on a 240 Hz panel in many games. But things get really interesting when it comes to the volume.

Marc Herter, 20 Mar 2023 08:51

MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo A11X laptop (Source: MSI)

Deal | MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo with Intel Core i7-1185G7 now 22% off on Amazon

Introduced in early 2021, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is a professional laptop with a 13-inch touchscreen display, Intel Core i7-1185G7 processor alongside Iris Xe graphics, 32 GB of memory, and a 1 TB NVMe SSD. Running Windows 10 Pro out of the box, this machine is now down from US$1,799 to US$1,399 thanks to a 22% discount.

Codrut Nistor, 18 Mar 2023 15:52

The MNT Pocket Reform ships with a Debian GNU with GNOME 4 or Sway by default. (Image source: MNT Research)

MNT Pocket Reform: New 7-inch Linux laptop launches from US$899

MNT Research has brought its Pocket Reform compact laptop to the crowdfunding website Crowd Supply. Available from US$899, the MNT Pocket Reform has a 7-inch display, a 5-row keyboard, dedicated mouse buttons and a micro-optical trackball, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 18 Mar 2023 12:31

Asus ships the ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 with AMD's Ryzen 9 7945HX, the fastest mobile processor available

The new 2023 model of the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 offers many highlights including the new GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop or the new 240 Hz Mini-LED screen. Asus also uses the new AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX, which beats Intel's HX CPUs and is also more efficient.

Andreas Osthoff, 17 Mar 2023 23:16

AMD Ryzen 7 7736U integrated Radeon 680M achieves Playstation 4 level graphics, runs God of War, Horizon Zero Dawn, and Final Fantasy XV at 1080p30

The Ryzen 7 7736U laptop would consume just 60 W when running games compared to 110 to 145 W on the PS4 while offering a similar level of performance. Integrated graphics have come a long way since the launch of the Sony console 10 years ago.

Allen Ngo, 17 Mar 2023 18:56

The Lenovo Yoga 7i Gen 7 has a backlit keyboard that integrates a number pad. (Source: Lenovo/Best Buy)

Deal | Juicy Lenovo Yoga 7i Gen 7 price cut takes US$400 off list rate for 16-inch Core i5-1240P and Core i7-1260P models

Best Buy has put the 16-inch Lenovo Yoga 7i Gen 7 on sale for 33.33% and 40% off the list price for the Core i7-1260P and Core i5-1240P configurations respectively. Both models are highly rated with an average consumer rating of 4.7 for the Core i5 model and 4.6 for the Core i7 model as a result of more than 300 reviews.

Fawad Murtaza, 17 Mar 2023 16:44

Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 gaming laptop (Source: Asus)

Deal | Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 with Ryzen 9 5900HX and GeForce RTX 3080 hits lowest price in 30 days on Amazon thanks to a 25% discount

Discounted below the US$1,500 threshold on Newegg earlier this month, the Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 with AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080, 16 GB memory and 1 TB SSD storage is now 26% off on Amazon. This discount pushes the US$1,999.99 list price to US$1,499.99, which is also the lowest price in 30 days.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Mar 2023 16:02

The G533ZW-AS94Q combines an RTX 3070 Ti with a Core i9-12900H. (Image source: NotebookCheck)

Deal | ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 with Core i9-12900H and RTX 3070 Ti discounted in new deal

Amazon US has reduced the ROG Strix Scar 15 G533ZW-AS94Q, a high-end gaming laptop that typically sells for over US$2,000. However, a new deal takes the gaming laptop below US$1,700 with US$350 in savings.

Alex Alderson, 17 Mar 2023 14:33

Samsung 970 EVO Plus 2 TB NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD (Source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung 970 EVO Plus 2 TB SSD now below US$130 thanks to massive 74% discount

While considered an outdated piece of tech that is no longer relevant in 2023 by many consumers, the Samsung 970 EVO Plus 2 TB PCIe 3.0 SSD is now attractive once again thanks to an insane discount of almost 75%. Listed on Amazon with a US$499.99 price tag, this SSD is down to a pocket-friendly value of just US$129.99.

Codrut Nistor, 16 Mar 2023 23:47

The 2022 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402R) weighs less than 4 lbs. (Source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | Powerful ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 with Ryzen 9 6900HS CPU and Radeon RX 6800S GPU currently going for US$600 off at Best Buy

Best Buy has slashed a whopping 32% off the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14’s list price. At the discounted rate, the 2022 ROG Zephyrus G14 is an excellent buy as it boasts a sleek design, good port selection, a solid display, stellar battery life, and performant hardware.

Fawad Murtaza, 16 Mar 2023 11:56

The PotatoP offers practically unlimited battery life thanks to its solar cell and energy-efficient hardware. (Image source: Andreas Eriksen)

PotatoP: Low-powered system showcases possibilities of laptop with years of battery life

The PotatoP is a device focused on maximising battery life. Designed for small programming projects, the PotatoP is slated to deliver up to 2 years of battery life from its 12,000 mAh battery and solar cell.

Alex Alderson, 15 Mar 2023 19:15

AMD's RDNA3 iGPUs are comparable to Nvidia's 2019 lower-mid laptop dGPUs. (Image Source: AMD)

AMD's Radeon 780M iGPU beats the Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q laptop dGPU in new Geekbench test

This Geekbench test was performed on a 2.7 GHz Radeon 780M integrated with the Ryzen 7 7840HS APU, but there also is a 2.8 GHz version on the Ryzen 9 7940H that could come close to an Nvidia GTX 1650 Ti laptop dGPU.

Bogdan Solca, 15 Mar 2023 18:57

GeForce Experience app after updating to Game Ready Driver 531.29 (Source: Own)

Nvidia GeForce Game Ready Driver 531.29 arrives without any visible changes, fixing stability and high CPU usage issues in 531.18

Although the stability issues in Assassin’s Creed Origins and a few other problems remain unresolved, the 531.29 Game Ready Driver package for Nvidia GeForce GPUs comes to patch bugs such as high CPU usage after exiting games, Adobe application instability, as well as GeForce GTX 10/MX250/350 series mobile GPUs stability issues.

Codrut Nistor, 15 Mar 2023 09:18

The Phoenix-U mobile processors will be limited to 15-28 W. (Image Source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen 5 7640U with six Zen 4 cores spotted on Geekbench, almost as fast as a Ryzen 9 6900HX

The R5 7640U APU is 25% faster than any previous gen AMD mobile processor in single-core tests, while for multi-core loads, it brings 60% improved performance over the Ryzen 5 6600U predecessor, and is just 15% slower than the Ryzen 9 6900HX.

Bogdan Solca, 14 Mar 2023 21:42

MSI Prestige 14 Evo professional laptop (Source: MSI)

Deal | MSI Prestige 14 Evo with Intel Core i5-1135G7 now 32% off on Amazon

With a list price of US$1,099, the MSI Prestige 14 Evo professional laptop with Intel Core i5-1135G7 and Iris Xe graphics alongside 16/512GB memory/NVMe SSD has been around since mid-October 2020. Now, a generous 32% Amazon discount brings the A11M-221 model of this lightweight machine down to US$750.

Codrut Nistor, 13 Mar 2023 12:23

Team Red's Dragon Range mobile chips can take on Team Blue's Raptor Lake desktop parts. (Image source: Unsplash - edited)

AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX gets ridiculous on PassMark by brushing aside the Intel Core i9-13980HX and squaring off against the i9-13900KS instead

The AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX APU has turned up on PassMark and in the process has delivered incredible single-thread and multi-test suite results. The Ryzen 9 7945HX is so powerful that it easily surpasses the mobile CPU competitor Intel Core i9-13980HX and sets its sights on the desktop monster i9-13900KS instead.

Daniel R Deakin, 12 Mar 2023 20:46

Grab a new gaming PC this weekend. (Source: Lenovo)

Deal | Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 7 (Intel) with RTX 3070 Ti up to US$930 off in latest sale

Lenovo US has announced a sale this weekend (March 11-12, 2023) on a range of Legion-brand desktops and laptops. The best offers on these gaming PCs include a total of 34% off the 16-inch 7i Gen 7 with an Alder Lake-HX processor with higher-end NVIDIA graphics. Alternatively, the Legion Tower 7i Gen 7 with the RTX 3080 card is now US$750 cheaper than normal.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Mar 2023 16:30