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Dec 8, 2023
HP 250 G9 review - An affordable office laptop with a Core i3 and an IPS panel

75% HP 250 G9 review - An affordable office laptop with a Core i3 and an IPS panel

For your day-to-day activities. With the 250 G9, HP is offering a reasonably-priced 15.6-inch office laptop equipped with an Intel Core i3 processor and a matte IPS display - all of which can be had for around $390. The device's performance is sufficient for basic tasks but the fan quickly gets annoying.
Intel Core i3-1215U, UHD Graphics 64EUs, 15.6", 1.7 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 08 Dec 2023 14:11
Xiaomi 13T

88% Xiaomi 13T Smartphone in review - The budget alternative to the Xiaomi 13

More affordable and almost as good. If the Xiaomi 13 proves to be too expensive for your budget, consider exploring the more affordable Xiaomi 13T. It is similarly well-equipped and closely rivals the flagship in terms of performance. With a 6.67-inch display, the device features a remarkably bright AMOLED screen with a 144 Hz refresh rate, complemented by a triple camera system enhanced by Leica, featuring 2x optical zoom. Additionally, the Xiaomi 13T offers an impressive 5-year update support.
MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra, ARM Mali-G610 MP6, 6.67", 197 g
Manuel Masiero, 08 Dec 2023 11:16
Dec 7, 2023
Cubot P80

77% Cubot P80 Smartphone in review – Massive storage and full HD display for under $200

Plenty of space and lots of pixels. The Cubot P80 boasts up to 512 GB of mass storage, and the phone doesn't even cost $200. That sounds almost too good to be true, so our test aims to determine whether savings were made elsewhere and how the Cubot phone performs in everyday use.
Mediatek MT8788, ARM Mali-G72 MP3, 6.58", 217 g
Florian Schmitt, 07 Dec 2023 13:09
Dec 5, 2023
Kioxia Exceria Plus hands-on review: External SSD with data rates of up to 1,000 MB/s

Kioxia Exceria Plus hands-on review: External SSD with data rates of up to 1,000 MB/s

Ex-Toshiba portable memory. The Kioxia Exceria Plus external SSD boasts transfer rates of up to 1,000 MB/s via USB 3.2. It comes in 500 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB capacities. We put the medium edition through its paces on a Windows PC, Mac, and Android smartphone. It is also compatible with the PS4 and 5, as well as the Xbox. Could it be used for gaming storage as well, or just data storage?
Christian Hintze, 05 Dec 2023 10:27
Nov 30, 2023
Minisforum EliteMini UM780 XTX

87% Minisforum EliteMini UM780 XTX review: The mini PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS and a Radeon 780M has been given OCuLink and USB-4 connections

Powerful and future-proof! Minisforum's EliteMini UM780 XTX is a very specialized mini PC which features great performance and connectivity options. Visually, the device may be a little more divisive but all-in-all, everything fits together well. In this review, we have analyzed and summarized what the mini PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS can do.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, Radeon 780M, 750 g
Sebastian Bade, 30 Nov 2023 18:35
Fairphone 5 review - Sustainable smartphone with 8 years updates and 5 years warranty

83% Fairphone 5 review - Sustainable smartphone with 8 years updates and 5 years warranty

Crisis of conscience. The Fairphone 5 aspires to be the most sustainable and modular smartphone on the market, produced under the fairest possible conditions. Despite its focus on sustainability, it aims to provide a modern user experience and receive updates for at least eight years. Our test will assess how well this concept is executed.
Qualcomm QCM6490, Adreno 643, 6.46", 212 g
Daniel Schmidt, 30 Nov 2023 16:07
Medion Erazer Crawler E40 laptop review: Affordable gamer with good RTX-4050 performance

85% Medion Erazer Crawler E40 laptop review: Affordable gamer with good RTX-4050 performance

Plastic with aluminum look. For around ~US$1300, Medion offers a gaming laptop with an i5-12500H, RTX 4050, Full HD display, and 16 GB RAM. That's a good price, even if it's not the cheapest for this hardware combination. We have tested whether the Crawler E40 is suitable as a budget gaming laptop.
Intel Core i5-13500H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Christian Hintze, 30 Nov 2023 12:28
Amazfit Active in review

Amazfit Active Smartwatch in review - Well-made, surprisingly affordable

Top shape. Quality smartwatches don't always come with a hefty price tag, as demonstrated by Amazfit with the Active watch. Nevertheless, the smartwatch scored highly on our test. It offers extensive measurements and even includes AI features. The Amazfit Active also features a voice assistant, satellite connection for training navigation, and the ability to make calls.
unknown, 1.75", 36 g
Benedikt Winkel, 30 Nov 2023 09:12
Nov 29, 2023
Eurocom C315 Blitz laptop review: Core i7-1360P is a mixed bag

83% Eurocom C315 Blitz laptop review: Core i7-1360P is a mixed bag

Core i7 throttling could use some work. The C315 Blitz swaps out the older 11th gen Core i7 H-series processor for a newer 13th gen Core i7 P-series option. However, the change is more like a sideways step than a leap forward in terms of performance.
Intel Core i7-1360P, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 15.6", 1.7 kg
Allen Ngo, 29 Nov 2023 21:49
The best camera smartphones 2023 in the review

89% The best camera smartphones 2023 in review - Apple and Xiaomi fall short of Samsung's best performance

Notebookcheck camera comparison - part 4. Get ready for the ultimate showdown in the quest for the best camera smartphone! The reigning champions, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Xiaomi 13 Ultra, face off against the new contenders, Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and Google Pixel 8 Pro. Who will emerge as the photography champion? Let's dive into the battle!
Google Tensor G3, ARM Mali-G715 MP7, 6.7", 213 g
Marcus Herbrich, 29 Nov 2023 17:09
MSI Stealth 16 Mercedes-AMG Motorsport laptop in review: Mobile racing car with OLED display

89% MSI Stealth 16 Mercedes-AMG Motorsport laptop in review: Mobile racing car with OLED display

Extravagant. The Motorsport Edition is a specially designed version of the Stealth 16 for Mercedes-AMG fans. We carefully evaluated this 16-inch gaming laptop and delved into the key differences compared to the standard version.
Intel Core i9-13900H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, 16", 1.9 kg
Florian Glaser, 29 Nov 2023 12:40
Nov 28, 2023
Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 review - The inexpensive multimedia laptop with a Ryzen 7000

86% Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 review - The inexpensive multimedia laptop with a Ryzen 7000

More space to work. The Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 is a 16-inch multimedia laptop with an IPS display and an AMD Ryzen 7000 processor. At a price of US$900, you will surely have to make quite a few compromises but even so, it boasts a good keyboard and long runtimes.
AMD Ryzen 5 7530U, Vega 7, 16", 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 28 Nov 2023 15:51
Nov 27, 2023
Geekom Mini IT12

80% Geekom Mini IT12 with Intel Core i5-12450H in review - Mini PC with good performance and two USB 4 ports

The Mini IT12, a multi-talent? The Geekom Mini IT12 follows the well-known Intel NUC design. Equipped with a mobile Intel Alder Lake SoC featuring 8 cores and 12 threads, we thoroughly examined its performance in this test to determine if it can outshine the previous class-leading Intel. Thanks to two USB 4 interfaces, we delved into its gaming capabilities when paired with an external GPU.
Intel Core i5-12450H, UHD Graphics 64EUs, 572 g
Sebastian Bade, 27 Nov 2023 16:54
Nov 26, 2023
AMD Radeon RX 7900M performance debut: Alienware m18 R1 laptop review

89% AMD Radeon RX 7900M performance debut: Alienware m18 R1 laptop review

Diamond in the rough. AMD knocked it out of the park with its Ryzen series of mobile CPUs, but there's no question that its discrete mobile GPUs have been falling behind. The Radeon RX 7900M rights the ship by being just as powerful as the mobile RTX 4080 for hundreds of dollars less.
AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX, Radeon RX 7900M, 18", 3.9 kg
Allen Ngo, 26 Nov 2023 21:27
Nov 25, 2023
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE in review.

87% Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE Tablet in review - The gap filler

Second choice. Samsung is introducing a fan edition of the Galaxy Tab S9, called the Galaxy Tab S9 FE. With this move, Samsung aims to bridge the gap between its flagship models and the more budget-friendly A-series. The Galaxy Tab S9 FE foregoes OLED technology and Snapdragon processing power but comes with a more affordable price tag. We explored for whom this cost-effective option is more suitable.
Samsung Exynos 1380, ARM Mali-G68 MP5, 10.9", 524 g
Benedikt Winkel, 25 Nov 2023 22:26
Nov 24, 2023
Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 M3 Pro review - Efficiency before performance

94% Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 M3 Pro review - Efficiency before performance

Extreme battery life. The basic version of the new MacBook Pro 16 is equipped with the full version of the Apple M3 Pro, although it doesn't offer much performance compared to the M2 Pro. On the other hand, the entry-level SSD has become faster again, and the maximum SDR brightness gets increased too. In addition, power efficiency improvements allow for an extremely long battery life.
Apple M3 Pro 12-Core, M3 Pro 18-Core GPU, 16.2", 2.1 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 24 Nov 2023 21:29
Samsung Galaxy Buds FE review - Long-lasting headphones with powerful sound

Samsung Galaxy Buds FE review - Long-lasting headphones with powerful sound

The fin is back! For the first time, Samsung is releasing a fan version of its in-ear headphones, the Galaxy Buds FE. They have a rich sound and active noise cancellation. Find out more in this review.
Daniel Schmidt, 24 Nov 2023 11:30
Nov 23, 2023
Geekom MiniAir 12 review: An affordable mini PC with an Intel N100 and DDR5 RAM in a well-known Intel NUC design

77% Geekom MiniAir 12 review: An affordable mini PC with an Intel N100 and DDR5 RAM in a well-known Intel NUC design

Good streaming client! Last year, Geekom brought out a new Special Edition of its MiniAir 11. In doing so, however, the manufacturer didn't give it a new SoC — this isn't the case on the MiniAir 12. Its Intel Celeron has been replaced with a newer Intel N100. This should give the Geekom MiniAir12 a performance boost. We have taken a closer look at the device and have analyzed its benchmarks.
Intel Processor N100, UHD Graphics 24EUs (Alder Lake-N), 453 g
Sebastian Bade, 23 Nov 2023 17:52
Nov 22, 2023
Teclast T40 Air

80% Teclast T40 Air tablet review – Very good runtimes despite not being too expensive

Lightweight distance runner. The Teclast T40 Air is a relatively slim 10.36-inch tablet that doesn't weigh that much. Even so, it features a huge battery which resulted in excellent runtimes during our test. In this review, you can find out about what other qualities it has — and whether it has any weaknesses, too.
Unisoc T7255 (T616), ARM Mali-G57 MP1, 10.36", 464 g
Florian Schmitt, 22 Nov 2023 21:08
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ (Plus) review

87% Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 FE+ (Plus) in review - Waterproof XXL tablet with S Pen and a bright display

The best mid-range tablet? The IP certification and extended upgrades make the Galaxy Tab S9 FE Plus stand out among tablets in the upper mid-range segment. Large display and optional 5G support are further features. Find out where Samsung saved money on the Tab S9 FE+ in the test report.
Samsung Exynos 1380, ARM Mali-G68 MP5, 12.4", 627 g
Marcus Herbrich, 22 Nov 2023 17:18
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G4 Core i7 laptop review: Uphill battle against AMD Ryzen 7

89% Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G4 Core i7 laptop review: Uphill battle against AMD Ryzen 7

Strictly business. The ThinkPad T14s G4 includes over 4 different CPUs and 6 different display options to choose from. After checking out a handful of them, we now have a good idea of which to recommend and which to avoid.
Intel Core i7-1365U, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 14", 1.4 kg
Allen Ngo, 22 Nov 2023 07:35
Nov 21, 2023
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UGREEN Nexode RG GaN charger and Mini MagSafe power station hands-on: Aesthetics and utility

Unique and useful charging solutions. UGREEN recently launched a few new chargers. Among them are a handy and versatile charging station with a MagSafe-compatible platform and a USB-C charger designed to look like a tiny robot. In this hands-on, we will check out the features and charging capabilities of both products.
Sam Medley, 21 Nov 2023 21:52
Anker Nebula Capsule 3 Laser hands-on review: pocketable projector

Anker Nebula Capsule 3 Laser hands-on review: pocketable projector

Laser on the go. Despite looking like and being as small as a Bluetooth speaker à la JBL Charge, the Nebula Capsule 3 Laser is a fully fledged projector that costs roughly €850 (US$930). It is equipped with a Bluetooth speaker and, much like a Bluetooth speaker, is powered by a battery so that you can use it on the go. We have tested out the device to see how well it works and how long it lasts on a single charge.
Christian Hintze, 21 Nov 2023 21:10
EA Sports WRC in review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

EA Sports WRC in review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Technically average. In association with EA, the British firm Codemasters, known for the F1, Dirt, and Grit series among others, has released a brand-new racing game. We reviewed the WRC hardware specifications in further detail.
Florian Glaser, 21 Nov 2023 20:23
 (photo: Daniel Schmidt)

Huawei FreeBuds Pro 3 review - Well-equipped in-ears with a few limitations

Not just an accessory. The FreeBuds Pro models are Huawei's premium in-ears which impress with their first-class sound, good telephone features, strong ANC and lots more. During our test, the earbuds presented themselves as successful advancements — however, they couldn't fully take advantage of every one of their strengths.
Daniel Schmidt, 21 Nov 2023 17:46
Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023 M3 Max Review - The fastest CPU in a 14-inch laptop

93% Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023 M3 Max Review - The fastest CPU in a 14-inch laptop

Mobile powerhouse. Apple puts its new high-end chip M3 Max into the compact MacBook Pro 14 and the result is the fastest 14-inch laptop you can buy in terms of CPU performance. However, this is also a big challenge for the cooling and the performance is not completely stable.
Apple M3 Max 16-Core, M3 Max 40-Core GPU, 14.2", 1.6 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 21 Nov 2023 00:15
Nov 20, 2023
Acer Predator BiFrost Arc A750 OC

Acer Predator BiFrost Arc A750 OC desktop GPU review - Intel's second-strongest gaming graphics card has only been given 8 GB VRAM

AMD, Nvidia or maybe Intel after all? Intel's second-fastest Arc series graphics card can currently be found for under US$300. In this review, we will be taking a look at whether its AMD and Nvidia competitors can hold up. We will also be analyzing the graphics card's general performance when playing current games.
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, Intel Arc A750, 32", 1.1 kg
Sebastian Bade, 20 Nov 2023 18:44
LG Gram 16-inch 2-in-1

86% LG Gram 16-inch 2-in-1 review - Weight is no longer a unique selling point

A big 2-in-1. Externally unchanged, at least the new LG Gram 2-in-1 offers up-to-date hardware when it comes to the internals. In our review device, the Intel Core i7 shows that it's capable of high performance, even in a lightweight form factor. However, in 2023, LG still hasn't managed to eliminate the device's other weak points.
Intel Core i7-1360P, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 16", 1.5 kg
Marc Herter, 20 Nov 2023 10:52
Nov 18, 2023
Test Onyx Boox Note Air 3 C

78% Onyx Boox Note Air 3 C review - E-Ink tablet with color display, stylus support and Android

A colorful world of books. The Note Air 3 C from Onyx Boox is an e-ink tablet that is suitable as a reader and also works with Android apps, allowing you to expand its functionality. We take a closer look at the qualities and possible disadvantages in the test.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, Adreno 610, 10.3", 430 g
Florian Schmitt, 18 Nov 2023 19:53
Oukitel BP2000 Power Station + B2000 backup memory in test

Oukitel BP2000 Power Station + Oukitel B2000 backup storage in a practical test: Infinite possibilities?

Would you like a little more? Mobile power stations are hip: they can be used as a mobile energy storage device for on the go, as a backup solution for your home or as battery, for example in combination with a PV system. The BP2000 from Oukitel is characterized above all by its modularity: The basic system can be expanded with up to 7 additional batteries with a total capacity of more than 16 kWh.
J. Simon Leitner, 18 Nov 2023 13:52
In review: Google Pixel 8

89% Google Pixel 8 smartphone review: Compact and with 7 years of updates

Long lasting. The Pixel 8 is an all-round improved smartphone compared to its predecessor. The newcomer not only benefits from the bright 120 Hz display and a fingerprint reader that finally works - the biggest innovation is the extra long update support until 2030.
Google Tensor G3, ARM Mali-G715 MP7, 6.2", 187 g
Benedikt Winkel, 18 Nov 2023 01:48
Nov 17, 2023
Shokz OpenFit in review - Lightweight true wireless headset with a good sound

Shokz OpenFit in review - Lightweight true wireless headset with a good sound

A strong debut. The wireless OpenFit headphones are Shokz's debut TWS and delighted us with their exceptional wearing comfort, extended battery life, and rich sound. All of the specifics, as well as the necessary concessions, may be found here.
Daniel Schmidt, 17 Nov 2023 17:50
Welock Smart Lock Touch41 review

Welock Smart Lock Touch41 review: The smart door lock with a fingerprint sensor

Keyless. The Smart Lock Touch41 from Welock can be opened via fingerprint, RFID card or your smartphone. The lock replaces the existing cylinder and makes do without the need for a key. We have tested how well the lock performs in everyday use, including what happens during a power cut and who can unlock it.
Benedikt Winkel, 17 Nov 2023 14:36
Nov 16, 2023
Trigkey G4

70% Testing: Trigkey Mini-PC with Intel N100, 16 GB RAM and a 500 GB SSD for less than $200 USD

Efficient streaming client! To satisfy the requirements, streaming clients or compact office devices don't need to have a lot of power. The Trigkey is a relatively modern mini PC with an Intel N100 CPU for less than $200 USD. Yet, it is important to remember that DDR4 RAM is included. In this review, we compared the Trigkey G4's performance against those of similar devices.
Intel Processor N100, UHD Graphics 24EUs (Alder Lake-N), 272 g
Sebastian Bade, 16 Nov 2023 18:29
Nov 15, 2023
Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2023) eco laptop review — Notebookcheck

88% Acer Aspire Vero 15 review: The impressive eco laptop with almost no compromises

High-quality waste-laptop. The Acer Aspire Vero 15 surprises not only with a QHD camera, long runtimes and high performance, but it also features a robust and attractive design, good input devices and a bright, colorful display. Furthermore, the office laptop never gets too loud and depending on the model you choose, the price is right, too.
Intel Core i7-1355U, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 15.6", 1.8 kg
Marvin Gollor, 15 Nov 2023 17:00
Acemagic S1

74% Acemagic S1 mini PC review - A small and economical office PC with an Intel N95, 1 TB of mass storage and a display

A mini PC with a small gimmick! With the S1, Acemagic has a compact PC in its portfolio that is suitable for straightforward, everyday office use with the Intel N95 providing a good foundation. Acemagic's imaginative ideas often help it stand out from the crowd in terms of design and functionality. This also goes for the S1 which has a display built into the front. Read on to discover how well the device holds up in our review.
Intel Processor N95, UHD Graphics 24EUs (Alder Lake-N), 440 g
Sebastian Bade, 15 Nov 2023 12:37
Lenovo Tab M10 5G

83% Lenovo Tab M10 5G in review – Tablet with mobile connections and long battery life

Master of endurance. The Lenovo Tab M10 5G could offer a bit more performance, especially when compared to its rivals. But if you're okay with mid-range power and appreciate occasional charging in addition to a 90 Hz display without PWM, this tablet could be the one for you. We will take a closer look at the tablet's strengths and weaknesses during this test.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 10.6", 490 g
Florian Schmitt, 15 Nov 2023 10:47
HP Pavilion Plus 14 Ryzen 7 laptop review: Changes in all the right places

88% HP Pavilion Plus 14 Ryzen 7 laptop review: Changes in all the right places

Major efficiency gains. Last year's Core i7-12700H was fast, but the switch to Zen 4 has done wonders to battery life and efficiency without needing to sacrifice performance. The OLED display, fast integrated GPU, and affordable starting prices make the Pavilion Plus 14 a great option for students and most casual editors.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Radeon 780M, 14", 1.4 kg
Allen Ngo, 15 Nov 2023 02:31
Nov 14, 2023
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 (2023) review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 (2023) review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

The series' lowest point despite its attractive visuals? Currently, review platforms like Metacritic are being bombarded with negative comments about the new Call of Duty iteration. Aside from the game's scope (DLC content for the price of a full game) being criticized, people also aren't saying the best things about its campaign (missions, story, etc). We have primarily taken a closer look at this new release's tech.
Florian Glaser, 14 Nov 2023 14:43
Nov 13, 2023
Segway Ninebot KickScooter Max G2 E-Scooter review: Great handling thanks to full hydraulic suspension

Segway Ninebot KickScooter Max G2 E-Scooter review: Great handling thanks to full hydraulic suspension

Possibly reference-grade. The Ninebot KickScooter Max G2 is one of the latest e-scooters from Ninebot/Segway and has a starting price of around €800 (US$857). For that amount of money, you are getting a 551 Wh battery, which should provide a range of up to 70 km (44 mi), a powerful 450 W motor, hydraulic suspension at the front and back, and 10-inch wheels.
Christian Hintze, 13 Nov 2023 21:31
Asus Zenbook Pro 16X (2023)

91% Zenbook Pro 16X (2023) review: Maximum power from the Asus flagship at last

The brakes are off: The laptop with that special edge is back. In the new 18 mm thin Zenbook, Asus has installed extremely powerful hardware and finally lets it off the leash. The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 in our test unit has up to 140 watts at its disposal and is thus in no way inferior to its siblings in many gaming laptops.
Intel Core i9-13905H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU, 16", 2.4 kg
Marc Herter/ Alex Wätzel, 13 Nov 2023 11:33
Nov 12, 2023
Apple M3 SoC analyzed: Increased performance and improved efficiency

90% Apple M3 SoC analyzed: Increased performance and improved efficiency

The first 3 nm chip is here. Apple's new M3 SoC is the first chip to be manufactured in a 3 nm process. We've already seen the performance increases in our review of the new MacBook Pro 14, but what about the efficiency of the processor and the graphics card? We also compare the results with the new Snapdragon X Elite from Qualcomm.
Apple M3, M3 10-Core GPU, 14.2", 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 12 Nov 2023 01:59
Nov 11, 2023
Dell Precision 7875 high-end workstation in review: AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX with 96 cores and Nvidia RTX 6000

Dell Precision 7875 high-end workstation in review: AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX with 96 cores and Nvidia RTX 6000

Power galore! AMD and Intel are currently competing not only for the consumer performance crown but also for the workstation category. With its Threadripper models, AMD has successfully established itself against Intel. AMD's Threadripper 7000 series CPUs combine 96 native Zen4 cores with a total of 192 threads. This brief evaluation will look at the most recent flagship HEDT CPU.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX, NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada Generation
Sebastian Bade, 11 Nov 2023 10:02
Counter-Strike 2 in review: laptop and desktop benchmarks

Counter-Strike 2 in review: laptop and desktop benchmarks

Quite traditional. Counter-Strike, one of the most famous and successful multiplayer shooters in PC history, gets a successor, the Counter-Strike 2. In this article, we review the system requirements for the 2023 version to see how demanding or lax they are.
Florian Glaser, 11 Nov 2023 08:51
Nov 10, 2023
Sharge's ICEMAG power bank

Sharge ICEMAG wireless power bank hands-on review: Light up your new iPhone

Active iPhone cooling on the go. Sharge's latest power bank is designed to work with Apple's MagSafe for newer iPhones. Unlike most wireless charging accessories along those lines, however, it incorporates its own active fan, with RGB lighting to boot. Can its gaming PC-like build make the ICEMAG the ideal on-the-go iPhone charging companion?
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Nov 2023 22:03
Asus VivoBook Pro 16 K6602VU in review

88% Asus VivoBook Pro 16 (2023) Laptop Review: Core i9-13900H, RTX 4050, and 3.2K OLED augur well for hobbyist creators

Vivid viewing, middling speeds. The 2023 Asus VivoBook Pro 16 comes across as a capable choice for budding content creators seeking a well-rounded laptop. The combination of a Core i9-13900H, RTX 4050, and the vibrant 3.2K 120 Hz OLED panel indicates good potential, but our review discovers that the VivoBook Pro 16's artistic aspirations are not without limitations.
Intel Core i9-13900H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, 16", 1.9 kg
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 10 Nov 2023 05:36
Nov 9, 2023
Asus ExpertBook B9 OLED (2023) review: Slim business notebook for demanding users

92% Asus ExpertBook B9 OLED (2023) review: Slim business notebook for demanding users

Powerfully mobile. High performance and long battery life at the same time. Compactly built and well equipped at the same time. The Asus ExpertBook B9 achieves the feat of being a laptop without any notable weaknesses. More so as the equipment leaves hardly anything to be desired - for a price.
Intel Core i7-1355U, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 14", 1 kg
Mario Petzold, 09 Nov 2023 22:08
GMKtec NucBox M3 mini PC review: Core i5-12450H is just too power-hungry

79% GMKtec NucBox M3 mini PC review: Core i5-12450H is just too power-hungry

Only minor advantages over Ryzen U series. The NucBox M3 isn't slow, but the poor performance-per-watt of the Core i5-12450H compares unfavorably to U-series alternatives which can offer similar performance levels with much smaller power budgets.
Intel Core i5-12450H, UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs, 440 g
Allen Ngo, 09 Nov 2023 21:56
Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 M3 Max Review - M3 Max challenges HX-CPUs from AMD & Intel

93% Apple MacBook Pro 16 2023 M3 Max Review - M3 Max challenges HX-CPUs from AMD & Intel

Massive CPU upgrade. The MacBook Pro 16 gets a massive performance boost thanks to the new M3 Max SoC and besides a more powerful GPU, the CPU offers the biggest gains. The SDR brightness of the 16-inch Mini-LED screen was increased as well. We review the high-end MacBook in the new Space Black color.
Apple M3 Max 16-Core, M3 Max 40-Core GPU, 16", 2.1 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 09 Nov 2023 01:31
Nov 8, 2023
 (photo: Daniel Schmidt)

89% Google Pixel 8 Pro review - Powerful Android smartphone with seven years of updates

Impressive AI. This year, the Google Pixel 8 Pro shows improvements in many places, particularly with some overall optimizations of the cameras. But the secret highlight are the many new AI features of the smartphone and the seven years of guaranteed updates. Find out everything in our test.
Google Tensor G3, ARM Mali-G715 MP7, 6.7", 213 g
Daniel Schmidt, 08 Nov 2023 18:54
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 gaming laptop — Notebookcheck review

87% Predator Helios Neo 16 laptop review: Acer has created a gaming chimera

Mid-range gamer with an entry-level GPU. The gaming laptop Predator Helios Neo 16 from Acer is supposedly a cheaper alternative to the regular Helios 16, while still offering a variety of mid-range features, such as an extremely robust and sleek case, lots of connectivity options, a desktop-class CPU, as well as a powerful cooling system which makes use of liquid metal. In this review, you can find out whether this concept is a success.
Intel Core i5-13500HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, 16", 2.6 kg
Marvin Gollor, 08 Nov 2023 14:38
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 Laptop Review: Virtual machine beast with CPU trouble

89% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 Laptop Review: Virtual machine beast with CPU trouble

Lightweight 64 GB RAM. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon G11 is the first model of this line with up to 64 GB of RAM. To get this amount of RAM, users have to buy a version with the most powerful P28-CPU, the i7-1370P. Unfortunately, as our review shows, this CPU is ill-suited for this elegant business laptop.
Intel Core i7-1370P, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 14", 1.2 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 08 Nov 2023 08:42
Nov 7, 2023
Ryzen 5 5560U performance debut: Beelink SER5 mini PC review

82% Ryzen 5 5560U performance debut: Beelink SER5 mini PC review

Intel NUC performance without the NUC price. The Ryzen 5560U may be a couple years old, but it performs so similarly to the new Ryzen 5 7530U that most users would be unable to tell the difference especially for basic HTPC purposes. The SER5 is quite the bargain for just $230 USD complete with Windows 11.
AMD Ryzen 5 5560U, Vega 6, 439 g
Allen Ngo, 07 Nov 2023 19:45
Xiaomi Mix Fold 3

87% Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 review: Foldable high-end smartphone with cosmetic flaw

Almost perfect. With the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, up to 16 GB of RAM and a 6x camera, the Xiaomi Mix Fold 3 clearly belongs to the high-end smartphone class, but is still comparatively well-priced. Officially, the 8.03-inch AMOLED foldable is reserved for the Chinese market, which also affects mobile phone coverage. Our review clarifies whether an import purchase is worth it.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, Adreno 740, 8.03", 259 g
Manuel Masiero, 07 Nov 2023 04:55
Nov 6, 2023
Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023 M3 Review - The base model now comes without a Pro SoC

90% Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023 M3 Review - The base model now comes without a Pro SoC

Debut for Apple's M3 SoC. Apple launched its new MacBook Pro models and the old MacBook Pro 13 is not longer available. Instead, there is a new entry-level model of the MacBook Pro 14 with the base M3-SoC and 8 GB RAM for $1599. However, there are some compromises, especially in terms of connectivity as well as the cooling performance.
Apple M3, M3 10-Core GPU, 14.2", 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 06 Nov 2023 15:01
Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16 gaming laptop in review: Convincing even with AMD Ryzen

90% Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16 gaming laptop in review: Convincing even with AMD Ryzen

Almost a total success. Lenovo's Legion Slim 7 is a stylish and light 16-inch gaming laptop. Find out how the AMD version compares to the Intel rival during our test.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 16", 2.1 kg
Florian Glaser, 06 Nov 2023 14:54
Nov 5, 2023
Blackview N6000

77% Blackview N6000 review - Affordable outdoor phone with plenty of power

Handy and robust. If you are looking for a smartphone that can be easily stowed in your pocket and at the same time defies the forces of nature, you should get to know the Blackview N6000. In this test, we take a closer look at the small outdoor phone.
Mediatek Helio G99, ARM Mali-G57 MP2, 4.3", 208 g
Florian Schmitt, 05 Nov 2023 11:40
Apple iPhone 15 Plus review – The iPhone with an extra-large display and powerful battery

90% Apple iPhone 15 Plus review – The iPhone with an extra-large display and powerful battery

Finally USB, but only slow. Not only does the iPhone 15 Plus offer a large display, but it also gets the Dynamic Island for the first time this year. In addition, there is a higher resolution main camera, a slightly more powerful battery, more computing power, and USB-C. All that, Apple tops with a slightly lower price than last year.
Apple A16 Bionic, A16 GPU 5-Core, 6.7", 201 g
Daniel Schmidt, 05 Nov 2023 00:40
Nov 4, 2023
Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) review: The 14-inch laptop with a 2.9k OLED panel for US$800

86% Acer Swift Go 14 (2023) review: The 14-inch laptop with a 2.9k OLED panel for US$800

OLED office. The Swift Go 14 boasts a low weight (1.3 kg), an aluminum case and an OLED screen (2,880 x 1,800 pixels, 90 Hz) with a work-friendly 16:10 aspect ratio. Furthermore, the laptop features two USB 4 ports, a QHD webcam and an attractive price (US$800).
Intel Core i5-1335U, Iris Xe G7 80EUs, 14", 1.3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 04 Nov 2023 13:43
Nov 3, 2023
Minisforum Neptune Series HX77G review: The mini gaming PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS, AMD Radeon RX 6600M and 2x USB4

91% Minisforum Neptune Series HX77G review: The mini gaming PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS, AMD Radeon RX 6600M and 2x USB4

Compact gaming PC! Compact mini PCs with dedicated graphics cards aren't all too widespread at the moment. Nevertheless, Minisforum's Neptune Series HX77G is a compact mini PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS and an AMD Radeon RX 6600M. We have taken a closer look at this device and have analyzed its performance with the help of a variety of benchmarks and current games.
AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS, Radeon RX 6600M, 1.6 kg
Sebastian Bade, 03 Nov 2023 12:51
Nov 2, 2023
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 G1 Intel review: Core i5 is neck-to-neck with AMD Ryzen 7

86% Lenovo ThinkPad E16 G1 Intel review: Core i5 is neck-to-neck with AMD Ryzen 7

Business on a budget. If you're not excited about spending thousands of dollars on a fancy ThinkPad X1 Carbon, then the more down-to-Earth ThinkPad E16 G1 might be worthwhile. Just make sure to choose the correct display, battery, and CPU option.
Intel Core i5-1335U, Iris Xe G7 80EUs, 16", 1.8 kg
Allen Ngo, 02 Nov 2023 21:47
Oukitel WP30 Pro

83% Oukitel WP30 Pro smartphone review - Huge battery, night vision camera and secondary display

Robust Rolex replacement. The bulky Oukitel WP30 Pro is also suitable for very difficult environments, lasts for a long time, and can even see in the dark with its camera. Another special feature is the second touchscreen on the back. Is the outdoor phone just unusual or also usable in everyday life?
MediaTek Dimensity 8050, ARM Mali-G77 MP9, 6.78", 414 g
Florian Schmitt, 02 Nov 2023 09:05
Nov 1, 2023
Motorola Moto G84

82% Motorola Moto G84 5G smartphone review – Bright OLED & lots of storage for under US$350

Slim and colorful. The Moto G84 costs about US$320. It features a bright OLED screen within a compact and relatively lightweight case. However, its mid-range competition is rife, which begs the question: Is the Motorola Moto G84 worth purchasing?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6.5", 166.8 g
Florian Schmitt, 01 Nov 2023 14:11
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G4 review: Business laptop is better with AMD Zen4

90% Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G4 review: Business laptop is better with AMD Zen4

AMD & IPS beats Intel & OLED. We've already reviewed the current ThinkPad T14s G4 with the Intel processor and high-resolution OLED panel, and now we have the AMD model with the Ryzen 7 7840U and low-power IPS display. In addition to significantly more performance, the good battery life is particularly impressive.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Radeon 780M, 14", 1.4 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 01 Nov 2023 03:16
Oct 31, 2023
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga G4 Intel convertible review: Shorter battery life than AMD

88% Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Yoga G4 Intel convertible review: Shorter battery life than AMD

Can the Core i7-1355U beat a Ryzen 5 7530? The ThinkPad L13 Yoga G4 comes with both Intel and AMD options. Intel offers better single-thread performance and Thunderbolt support as expected, but expect louder fans and shorter runtimes than the AMD alternative.
Intel Core i7-1355U, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 13.3", 1.4 kg
Allen Ngo, 31 Oct 2023 17:34
Oct 30, 2023
Alan Wake 2 review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Alan Wake 2 review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Graphics gobbler. Alan Wake 2, released over ten years after the first part, is the sequel to the successful psycho-thriller from Remedy Entertainment. This time, players don't just get a detective horror story — they are also met with horrendous hardware requirements.
Florian Glaser, 30 Oct 2023 13:56
Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic in review

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic 43 mm LTE smartwatch in review - The return of a classic

Stainless steel. Along with the Galaxy Watch6, Samsung brings back the Classic model with a rotating bezel, the Galaxy Watch6 Classic. It features a stainless steel casing and is larger. The siblings are quite similar beneath the surface. This year's gadgets are distinguished mostly by their screens.
Samsung Exynos W930, 1.3", 77 g
Benedikt Winkel, 30 Oct 2023 11:48
Oct 29, 2023
Motorola Moto G54

81% Motorola Moto G54 review - One of the best smartphones for less than 200 Euros

Smart buy. The Motorola Moto G54 shows that you don't have to spend a lot of money to get a good, well-rounded smartphone suitable for everyday tasks. The 6.5-inch smartphone from Motorola scores with a fast 120-Hz IPS display, a surprisingly good 50 MP camera, 5G including eSIM, and 256 GB of storage. Find out from our test how the Android 13 smartphone fares in practice.
MediaTek Dimensity 7020, IMG BXM-8-256, 6.5", 177 g
Manuel Masiero, 29 Oct 2023 20:51
Oct 28, 2023
Acer Predator Helios 18 laptop review: RTX 4080 gamer with MiniLED display at over 1,000 nits

88% Acer Predator Helios 18 laptop review: RTX 4080 gamer with MiniLED display at over 1,000 nits

Alien vs Predator? The 18-inch Predator Helios 18 is a true desktop replacement, particularly for gamers and creatives. This is ensured by the very bright MiniLED display in addition to the RTX 4080 and the strong i9-13900HX. Read on to find out whether the laptop also qualifies for gamers and creative people in terms of its other features.
Intel Core i9-13900HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU, 18", 3.2 kg
Christian Hintze, 28 Oct 2023 01:57
Oct 27, 2023
Acer Predator BiFrost Arc A770 OC

Acer Predator BiFrost Arc A770 OC desktop graphics card review - How does Intel's most powerful gaming card with 16 GB VRAM perform?

A good alternative? The two big players, Nvidia and AMD, often represent the first choice in the gaming industry. But for about a year now, Intel also has been playing a role in the area of the dedicated desktop GPUs. In this review, we evaluate the performance capabilities of the Acer Predator BiFrost Arc A770 OC on the basis of the current drivers. With 16 GB of VRAM, Intel isn't stingy, and their price also makes the models of the Arc series very attractive.
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, Intel Arc A770, 32", 1.2 kg
Sebastian Bade, 27 Oct 2023 23:19
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 G5 Intel laptop review: Core i7-1355U vs. Ryzen 7 7730U

86% Lenovo ThinkPad E14 G5 Intel laptop review: Core i7-1355U vs. Ryzen 7 7730U

Which is the better buy? Lenovo wants to please fans on both sides of the fence by offering Intel and AMD versions of the ThinkPad E14 Gen 5. We check out both the Core i7-1355U and Ryzen 7 7730U configurations to see which is the better buy.
Intel Core i7-1355U, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 14", 1.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 27 Oct 2023 05:25
Oct 26, 2023
Apple iPhone 15

89% Apple iPhone 15 smartphone in review - The Apple phone finally zooms in closer

Chameleon camera. The 15th iteration of the iPhone is expected to remain among the top smartphones. Apple has introduced a new camera system featuring telephoto zoom and Dynamic Island. Explore our review to determine if these new features prove compelling.
Apple A16 Bionic, A16 GPU 5-Core, 6.1", 171 g
Florian Schmitt, 26 Oct 2023 21:52
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 14 G8 AMD Review - Custom Zen4 CPU meets great 2.9K OLED

88% Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 14 G8 AMD Review - Custom Zen4 CPU meets great 2.9K OLED

Subnotebook with a powerful CPU. Lenovo’s brand-new Yoga Slim 7 14 G8 is a very interesting 14.5-inch subnotebook equipped with custom AMD Zen4 processors including Radeon 780M and a new 2.9K OLED screen with 90 Hz, which offers great image quality.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840S, Radeon 780M, 14.5", 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 26 Oct 2023 01:12
Oct 25, 2023
Motorola Edge 40 Neo

85% Motorola Edge 40 Neo smartphone review – The US$550 phone with high-end features

A sensory delight in Pantone colors. Motorola's Edge 40 Neo brings features which would normally be seen on more expensive phones into the mid-range market: The smartphone is water-resistant, 6-GHz WLAN enabled and it features fast UFS 3.1 storage. In this review, you can find out whether this phone delivers the whole package.
MediaTek Dimensity 7030, ARM Mali-G610 MP3, 6.55", 170 g
Florian Schmitt, 25 Oct 2023 13:44
Dell OptiPlex Micro Plus 7010 review: Desktop Core i7-13700 in a mini PC package

80% Dell OptiPlex Micro Plus 7010 review: Desktop Core i7-13700 in a mini PC package

Small size, big CPU. If you want to maximize processor performance while minimizing form factor, then the OptiPlex Micro Plus 7010 has you covered. It runs a bit hot to say the least, but that is arguably preferable over any extreme throttling measures.
Intel Core i7-13700, UHD Graphics 770, 1.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 25 Oct 2023 02:13
Oct 24, 2023
The Sharge 170. (Source: Notebookcheck)

Sharge Shargeek 170 power bank hands-on review: The new shape of charging?

Another side of the transparent power storage trend? Sharge touts its latest accessory as its "coolest powerbank" yet "with unparalleled charging". Its updated cyber-chic chassis is rated for output and input wattages of 140W each, and to support bi-directional charging on top of that. Can its real-world performance match its Kickstarter hype?
Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Oct 2023 14:41
Oct 23, 2023
XMG Pro 16 Studio (Mid 23) review: The RTX 4070 laptop for gamers and creators

88% XMG Pro 16 Studio (Mid 23) review: The RTX 4070 laptop for gamers and creators

Harmonious. According to Schenker, the XMG Pro 16 Studio is a "professional workstation for content creation". The specs fit: Core i9, an RTX 4070, Thunderbolt 4 and a 16:10 display (QHD+, 240 Hz). A vapor chamber supposedly ensures optimum heat dissipation and quiet cooling.
Intel Core i9-13900H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, 16", 2.6 kg
Sascha Mölck, 23 Oct 2023 15:09
Oct 21, 2023
Apple iPhone 15 Pro

91% Apple iPhone 15 Pro smartphone in review - High-end phone as a replacement for the PlayStation?

USB commitment. The iPhone 15 Pro aims to uphold Apple's longstanding tradition of delivering high-quality smartphones. Its key innovations in 2023 include a body infused with titanium, the introduction of a USB-C port, and the integration of a new gaming GPU. Our test evaluates whether Apple has successfully crafted another "excellent" smartphone.
Apple A17 Pro, A17 Pro GPU, 6.1", 187 g
Florian Schmitt, 21 Oct 2023 12:02
Oct 20, 2023
Gigabyte G5 KF review: Gaming laptop with RTX 4060 for 969 euros

82% Gigabyte G5 KF review: Gaming laptop with RTX 4060 for 969 euros

Operating on the edge. This budget gaming notebook from Gigabyte features an Alder Lake processor and an Ada Lovelace GPU. It also has a PCIe 4.0 SSD (512 GB), 16 GB of RAM and an FHD panel (144Hz), but Windows doesn’t come preinstalled. One serious drawback: the included charger can sometimes be overloaded by the laptop.
Intel Core i5-12500H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 15.6", 1.9 kg
Sascha Mölck, 20 Oct 2023 21:40
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 G6 laptop in review - Mobile workstation replaces the ThinkPad X1 Extreme

92% Lenovo ThinkPad P1 G6 laptop in review - Mobile workstation replaces the ThinkPad X1 Extreme

Debut for the RTX 2000 Ada. Lenovo no longer offers the ThinkPad X1 Extreme. Instead, the identically built ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 takes over the tasks as a powerful multimedia computer or mobile workstation from now on. We tested the new ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 with the professional Nvidia RTX 2000 GPU and the matte IPS panel with a refresh rate of 165 Hz.
Intel Core i9-13900H, NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation Laptop, 16", 1.9 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 20 Oct 2023 11:43
Ayaneo Air 1S Retro Power gaming handheld in test

88% Ayaneo Air 1S Retro Power gaming handheld in test - Zen4 Power for your pocket

Gaming dwarf. The Ayaneo Air 1S is so small that it probably fits in most pockets. Nevertheless, the Asian manufacturer manages to pack more than enough computing power for the latest titles from our Steam library into the small case with a 5.5-inch OLED display.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Radeon 780M, 5.5", 443.8 g
Marc Herter, 20 Oct 2023 11:02
Zimablade, the Raspberry Pi competitor reviewed: A home server for everyone that's now even lighter and smaller

Zimablade, the Raspberry Pi competitor reviewed: A home server for everyone that's now even lighter and smaller

A Cyberpunk cassette-styled home server. The ZimaBlade single-board computer (SBC) aims to continue where its predecessor, the ZimaBoard, left off, by making it as easy as possible for any consumer to get to know all about home servers and simultaneously offer extremely inviting and multifaceted hardware for enthusiasts looking to tinker and experiment. We test whether this works and also look at which benefits the Zimaboard offers.
Christian Hintze, 20 Oct 2023 10:17
Oct 19, 2023
Total War Pharaoh review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Total War Pharaoh review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Off to Egypt. The established Total War series has received a new spin-off: Pharao. Thanks to its integrated benchmark, the game is well-suited for our performance test. We have tested multiple laptop and desktop GPUs to see how well they can run the game.
Florian Glaser, 19 Oct 2023 16:32
NiPoGi CK10 review - The mini PC with an Intel Core i5-12450H and 16 GB RAM falls short of expectations

77% NiPoGi CK10 review - The mini PC with an Intel Core i5-12450H and 16 GB RAM falls short of expectations

Modern SoC and lots of plastic! Based on the Intel Core i5-12450H, the NiPoGi CK10 aims to woo buyers. At first glance, it seems promising, as the Alder Lake SoC offers 8 cores, after all. However, with a limited power target, the processor wasn't capable of showing all it could've done. In this review featuring a variety of benchmarks, you can find out about what effect this limitation has.
Intel Core i5-12450H, UHD Graphics 64EUs, 481 g
Sebastian Bade, 19 Oct 2023 16:01
Oct 18, 2023
ANC earbuds Marshall MOTIF II A.N.C. hands-on review: Gritty Marshall sound and a hot design?

ANC earbuds Marshall MOTIF II A.N.C. hands-on review: Gritty Marshall sound and a hot design?

Amp look. The established manufacturer Marshall has released its Motif II A.N.C. earbuds for stylish rock enthusiasts. According to the manufacturer, their ANC has been improved in particular. Can these earbuds really deliver the sound Marshall is known for? We have put them to the test!
Christian Hintze, 18 Oct 2023 17:29
Samsung Galaxy Watch6 in review

Samsung Galaxy Watch6 44mm LTE Smartwatch in review - Now with exceptional brightness

Subtle upgrade. The Samsung Galaxy Watch6 features a large range of applications, a new CPU, and different sensors thanks to WearOS. Furthermore, its OLED display is twice as bright as its predecessor's. Our review highlights the smartwatch's major features and assesses if there are any downsides worth mentioning.
Samsung Exynos W930, ARM Mali-G68 MP2, 1.5", 59 g
Benedikt Winkel, 18 Oct 2023 17:25
Geekom A5 review: A rose-colored mini PC, NUC alternative with an AMD Ryzen 7 APU and 32 GB of RAM

81% Geekom A5 review: A rose-colored mini PC, NUC alternative with an AMD Ryzen 7 APU and 32 GB of RAM

Is AMD's Cezanne still fast enough? Design-wise, the Geekom A5 is similar to the well-known Intel NUC mini PCs which are nowadays marketed by Asus. Although an 8-core, 16-thread AMD Ryzen 7 5800H is at work under the hood, the SoC no longer belongs to the newest models on the market. We have analysed the Geekom A5's performance to see if it is currently still worth your money.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, Vega 8, 555 g
Sebastian Bade, 18 Oct 2023 12:17
Intel N100 performance debut: Beelink Mini S12 Pro mini PC review

73% Intel N100 performance debut: Beelink Mini S12 Pro mini PC review

6W 12th gen Alder Lake-N CPU. The N100 is a decent upgrade over an old Celeron or Atom while keeping costs under US$200, but it's barely any better than the N95 if you're looking for even more affordable alternatives.
Intel Processor N100, UHD Graphics 24EUs (Alder Lake-N), 335 g
Allen Ngo, 18 Oct 2023 10:44
HP ProBook 445 G10 in review: Lights and shadows of the office laptop

85% HP ProBook 445 G10 in review: Lights and shadows of the office laptop

Potential for improvement. ProBook, EliteBook, ZBook: Keeping track of HP's model range is increasingly difficult. With the ProBook 445 G10, we test one of the manufacturer's cheaper AMD-based office laptops with a surprisingly bright display.
AMD Ryzen 5 7530U, Vega 7, 14", 1.3 kg
Florian Glaser, 18 Oct 2023 09:51
Oct 17, 2023
Lords of the Fallen review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Lords of the Fallen review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Demanding Souls-like game. Following Lies of P, Lords of the Fallen is the second game released in a short space of time that is hugely reminiscent of FromSoftware games. We have taken a closer look at how hardware-hungry the new release is.
Florian Glaser, 17 Oct 2023 18:22
Intel Core i9-14900K and Intel Core i5-14600K review - With 6 GHz out of the box against AMD's X3D processors

Intel Core i9-14900K and Intel Core i5-14600K review - With 6 GHz out of the box against AMD's X3D processors

Raptor Lake Part 2. The competition to determine the fastest and all-around best gaming processor is now entering the next round. With today's introduction of the Intel Core i9-14900K, Intel sends a new top model for the 1700 socket into the race. Will this be able to challenge AMD? In addition, we will also be taking a closer look at the Intel Core i5-14600K, which might be the more attractive choice as a good midrange processor.
Sebastian Bade, 17 Oct 2023 15:00
Dell Latitude 7340 Notebook review

90% Dell Latitude 7340 laptop review: 0.22 lb less with negligible impact on performance

Compact, light, good. Dell provides a 13.3-inch compact laptop that is somewhat lighter than the 14-inch Latitude 7440 recently reviewed, but this comes at the expense of minor sacrifices. Our Dell Latitude 7340 review indicates which tiny notebook is the superior pick.
Intel Core i5-1345U, Iris Xe G7 80EUs, 13.3", 1.1 kg
Marcus Schwarten, 17 Oct 2023 13:32
Oct 16, 2023
EA Sports FC 24 tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

EA Sports FC 24 tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

New name, old problems. Even though EA has been found guilty of violating gambling laws in several countries, the football simulation game FC (formerly FIFA) still enjoys a certain level of popularity. In this review, we'll take a look at the graphical requirements of the 2024 edition.
Florian Glaser, 16 Oct 2023 16:15
Intel NUC X15 LAPAC71H review: The multimedia laptop with an Intel Arc A730M from US$1,050

84% Intel NUC X15 LAPAC71H review: The multimedia laptop with an Intel Arc A730M from US$1,050

Latecomer. The X15 aims to woo buyers with its price of around US$1,050 - however, it only features tech from 2022 (Alder Lake). Our review will reveal whether this laptop is a real bargain or if it is simply not worth the money.
Intel Core i7-12700H, A730M, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 16 Oct 2023 14:02
Oct 15, 2023
Legion 9i Gen 8 16IRX8 review: Lenovo's most ambitious gaming laptop yet

90% Legion 9i Gen 8 16IRX8 review: Lenovo's most ambitious gaming laptop yet

GeForce RTX 4090 with Integrated liquid cooling. After launching a handful of Legion 5 and Legion 7 options, Lenovo is finally ready to revisit its flagship Legion 9 series with the Legion 9i 16 G8. You know things are getting serious when you can't even select anything slower than the Core i9-13980HX.
Intel Core i9-13980HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU, 16", 2.6 kg
Allen Ngo, 15 Oct 2023 20:34
Oct 14, 2023
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A in review: Strong office notebook that relies on Zen 4

87% HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A in review: Strong office notebook that relies on Zen 4

Long runner. While some notebooks from HP feel more like plastic bombers, the ZBook Firefly looks pretty high-end. We tested the current 14-inch AMD-based G10 A variant and reveal its strengths and weaknesses.
AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7640HS, Radeon 760M, 14", 1.5 kg
Florian Glaser, 14 Oct 2023 10:58
Lenovo LOQ 15 Core i7 in review

86% Lenovo LOQ 15 Core i7 Review: Affordable Legion alternative that throws up an Intel vs AMD conundrum

Legion for the rest of us. With the LOQ 15IRH8, Lenovo aims to deliver a distinctive, capable gaming laptop that goes easy on the wallet without the baggage of its other budget lineups. Does this plastic-clad contender succeed? How does this Core i7-13620H model fare against its similarly priced AMD Zen 4-powered cousin? Our testing reveals a mixed bag.
Intel Core i7-13620H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, 15.6", 2.4 kg
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 14 Oct 2023 08:33
Schenker Vision 14 2023 review: Magnesium ultrabook with very long battery life

89% Schenker Vision 14 2023 review: Magnesium ultrabook with very long battery life

Raptor Lake H45 and 90 Hz display. Schenker has upgraded its compact Vision 14 Ultrabook with an Intel Raptor Lake processor and an optional GeForce RTX 3050. In review today is the iGPU variant, which achieves very long runtimes thanks to a 99 Wh battery and scores with very good maintenance options.
Intel Core i7-13700H, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 14", 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 14 Oct 2023 06:03
Oct 13, 2023
Xiaomi 13T Pro smartphone review

88% Xiaomi 13T Pro review - The powerful smartphone with a Leica camera is all grown up

No high-end phone shines brighter. Xiaomi's 13T Pro is not only a high-end phone with powerful hardware, but it also closes the gap to the competition in terms of software updates. Five years of updates, an AMOLED screen with a brightness of almost 2,500 nits and a high-end chipset are just a few reasons that speak for purchasing the Xiaomi phone.
MediaTek Dimensity 9200+, ARM Immortalis-G715 MP11, 6.67", 206 g
Marcus Herbrich, 13 Oct 2023 15:00
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+

91% Samsung Galaxy Tab S9+ (Plus) 5G review – Expensive high-quality 12.4-inch tablet

The middle way. If the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 has too little storage and the Tab S9 Ultra is too expensive, Samsung also offers an alternative with up to 512 GB of storage and a 12.4-inch display with the Galaxy Tab S9+. Is this the "golden middle"? We find out in our test.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, Adreno 740, 12.4", 586 g
Florian Schmitt, 13 Oct 2023 00:22
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