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Oct 12, 2023
Review: Logitech Wave Keys

Logitech Wave Keys review: Entry-level wireless ergonomic keyboard

Compact and versatile. The Logitech Wave Keys is an ergonomic wireless keyboard that strives to feel immediately familiar. It is also designed to work with all operating systems and also be compact and versatile. Read on to find out what we think of this new addition to Logitech’s Ergo Series.
Benedikt Winkel, 12 Oct 2023 19:45
Oct 11, 2023
Assassin's Creed Mirage tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Assassin's Creed Mirage tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Back to the roots. With Mirage, Assassin’s Creed is striving to turn the focus back to its original core elements (e.g. stealth). We are especially interested in checking out how graphically demanding the latest instalment in the series is.
Florian Glaser, 11 Oct 2023 16:28
XMG Apex 15 (Late 23) review: The gaming laptop with an RTX 4050 that delivers good runtimes

86% XMG Apex 15 (Late 23) review: The gaming laptop with an RTX 4050 that delivers good runtimes

A job well done. The gaming laptop from XMG benefits from moderate noise emissions, comparatively low power consumption and still high performance levels (Ryzen 7 7840HS, GeForce RTX 4050). Completing the setup are good runtimes and a decent price (from around US$1,170).
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 11 Oct 2023 15:36
Minisforum Venus Series UN1245 review: A powerful mini PC with an Intel Core i5-12450H starting at $310

78% Minisforum Venus Series UN1245 review: A powerful mini PC with an Intel Core i5-12450H starting at $310

Good and affordable! With the Intel Core i5-12450H, the Minisforum Venus Series UN1245 receives a powerful SoC without going overboard with the price. However, you'll have to make do without a premium metal case. Read on, to discover just how well the device does in our extensive, measurement and benchmark-packed review.
Intel Core i5-12450H, UHD Graphics 64EUs, 545 g
Sebastian Bade, 11 Oct 2023 08:56
Teclast M50 Pro

80% Teclast M50 Pro review: Lots of tablet for under US$200

Is more really needed? You can spend hundreds of dollars on an Android tablet. Or in the case of the Teclast M50 Pro, less than US$200. Despite its low price, the 10.1-inch Android 13 tablet offers a surprisingly comprehensive range of features and solid mid-range performance.
Unisoc T7255 (T616), ARM Mali-G57 MP1, 10.1", 435 g
Manuel Masiero, 11 Oct 2023 00:47
Oct 10, 2023
Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

New contents, old bugs. In the past few years, hardly any game has been as highly anticipated as Cyberpunk 2077. Unfortunately, the RPG wasn't in a particularly good state technically at launch. Read our analysis to find out whether things have improved with the release of this DLC.
Florian Glaser, 10 Oct 2023 16:56
SCHENKER XMG Core 16 gaming laptop review - A real competitor to the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 16

89% SCHENKER XMG Core 16 gaming laptop review - A real competitor to the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 16

Core gaming business. Schenker's Core 16 (Tongfang GM6XG7X) is a great gaming laptop that needn't hide from any of its upper mid-range rivals thanks to its AMD Ryzen 7 and RTX 4070 (or RTX 4060) and a whole range of other great features such as an optional mechanical keyboard.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, 16", 2.4 kg
Christian Hintze, 10 Oct 2023 13:49
In review: Samsung Galaxy Pad S9 5G.

91% Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 5G tablet review: Powerful all-rounder with OLED

Evolution instead of revolution. Samsung has only carefully redesigned the Galaxy Tab S9 5G compared to its predecessor. New features include the most powerful Snapdragon on the market and a switch to OLED technology for the display. The Tab S9 still comes with an S-Pen and can handle both work and play. How does it compare to the tablet elite?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, Adreno 740, 11", 500 g
Benedikt Winkel, 10 Oct 2023 12:29
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G4 Intel Laptop Review: OLED instead of battery life

89% Lenovo ThinkPad T14s G4 Intel Laptop Review: OLED instead of battery life

Raptor without endurance. Lenovo puts an OLED panel into its ThinkPad T14s Gen 4 Intel. This screen delivers a great picture quality, but an important aspect of this business laptop is suffering from the screen choice: the battery life.
Intel Core i7-1355U, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 14", 1.3 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 10 Oct 2023 00:43
Oct 9, 2023
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 in review - Overpriced subnotebook without keyboard illumination

83% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 in review - Overpriced subnotebook without keyboard illumination

Leftovers recycling Deluxe. Microsoft updates the compact Surface Laptop Go and equips the 3rd generation with an Alder Lake Core i5 processor. Furthermore, there is now an optional 16 GB of RAM, but the important keyboard backlight is still missing. At the same time, the price has increased further.
Intel Core i5-1235U, Iris Xe G7 80EUs, 12.4", 1.1 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 09 Oct 2023 23:16
HP Envy x360 Intel with OLED-Display

88% HP Envy x360 Intel i7-1355U Convertible Review: Intel superior to AMD

OLED-Convertible with Intel instead of AMD After our review of the HP Envy x360 15 2023 with AMD processor, we now also have the Intel version of the convertible as a test device. Apart from the processor, the devices are almost identical, so the Intel variant also has the OLED display and the high-quality chassis. Due to the similarity, the devices are well suited for an AMD vs. Intel comparison.
Intel Core i7-1355U, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 15.6", 1.8 kg
Philip Macdonald, 09 Oct 2023 05:46
GMK NucBox K3 Pro mini PC review: The NucBox K2 is better

83% GMK NucBox K3 Pro mini PC review: The NucBox K2 is better

Classic AMD vs. Intel. The NucBox K3 Pro is the AMD alternative to the NucBox K2 each sporting the same chassis design but with different internals. The NucBox K3 Pro model name may sound newer and faster, but it's clearly inferior to the NucBox K2 when it comes to performance.
Intel Core i7-12650H, UHD Graphics 64EUs, 396 g
Allen Ngo, 09 Oct 2023 04:37
Oct 8, 2023
XMG Apex 17 (late 23) review: a QHD gaming laptop with an RTX 4060

87% XMG Apex 17 (late 23) review: a QHD gaming laptop with an RTX 4060

Peak performer. The XMG Apex 17 proves that gaming laptops don't have to produce excessive noise: Despite high-level performance (Ryzen 7 7840HS, GeForce RTX 4060) the computer manages to run quietly. This is accompanied by well-rounded specs and decent battery life.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 17.3", 2.5 kg
Sascha Mölck, 08 Oct 2023 14:21
Oct 7, 2023
Tecno Phantom V Flip

83% Tecno Phantom V Flip 5G review - Flip phone for under 700 euros

This way it works out cheaper. The Tecno Phantom V Flip also comes to the West and offers a strong competitor to Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 5 with a lower price, a lot of storage, and a round outer display. Our test will show whether the newcomer can convince.
MediaTek Dimensity 8050, ARM Mali-G77 MP9, 6.9", 194 g
Florian Schmitt, 07 Oct 2023 20:41
Oct 6, 2023
AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT desktop graphics card review with 12 GB VRAM for less than 500 Euros

AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT desktop graphics card review with 12 GB VRAM for less than 500 Euros

RTX 4060 Ti scare! The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT follows in the footsteps of the AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT, which was able to score with a good price-performance ratio in the past. We evaluated the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT in form of the Sapphire Pulse AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT, analyzing it with various tests and benchmarks to find out whether it is a worthy successor of the RX 6700 XT.
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, Radeon RX 7700 XT, 32", 1.1 kg
Sebastian Bade, 06 Oct 2023 23:59
Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 Review - Multimedia Convertible with faster components

86% Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio 2 Review - Multimedia Convertible with faster components

More ports and noisier fans. Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Studio is a pretty unique product and the second generation gets much faster components as well as more ports, but the foldable display is identical. This is also the case for the non-existent maintenance options as well as the high price. Update: Additional battery test results
Intel Core i7-13700H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 14.4", 2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 06 Oct 2023 20:21
Acer Swift Edge 16 Ryzen 7 7840U laptop review: Zen 4 CPU and 3.2K 120 Hz OLED boost

89% Acer Swift Edge 16 Ryzen 7 7840U laptop review: Zen 4 CPU and 3.2K 120 Hz OLED boost

16-inch screen size and only 1.2 kg. The Acer Swift Edge 16 is one of the lightest 16-inch laptops in the market right now with the new Ryzen 7 7840U. There's no doubt that its CPU and 120 Hz OLED display are both impressive, but weaknesses elsewhere on the model shouldn't be ignored.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Radeon 780M, 16", 1.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 06 Oct 2023 20:01
Oukitel RT7 Titan

81% Oukitel RT7 Titan 5G review – A sturdy outdoor tablet that lets you work for days without needing an outlet

Battery-giant. A battery over 100 Wh is seldomly found in laptops - let alone in Android tablets. Still, Oukitel has managed to install one into the RT7 Titan, making extremely long runtimes possible. In this review, we will figure out who this stable outdoor tablet is best made for.
MediaTek Dimensity 720, ARM Mali-G57 MP3, 10.1", 1.2 kg
Florian Schmitt, 06 Oct 2023 12:55
Asus ROG Flow X13 GV302XV (2023) Review: Svelte gaming convertible that packs a punch with AMD Zen 4 Ryzen 9 7940HS and 60 W Nvidia RTX 4060

88% Asus ROG Flow X13 GV302XV (2023) Review: Svelte gaming convertible that packs a punch with AMD Zen 4 Ryzen 9 7940HS and 60 W Nvidia RTX 4060

Sleek Sophistication. This year's Asus ROG Flow X13 improves on many aspects compared to its predecessors. The new Flow X13 GV302XV offers AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS and Nvidia RTX 4060 smarts in a petite 13.4-inch convertible form factor. The ROG Flow X13 doesn't have many competitors, and largely lives up to expectations in our tests. However, Asus's gaming convertible demands a premium and there are a few things to watch out for.
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 13.4", 1.3 kg
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 06 Oct 2023 08:34
Oct 4, 2023
Acemagic AM20

84% The Acemagic AM20 mini PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7735H and 32 GB of RAM can charge smartphones wirelessly

A sensible feature? With the AM20, Acemagic has released a mini PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 7735H and an AMD Radeon 680M. Despite its compact form factor, three mass storage drives can be installed and an inductive charging station is hidden in the case lid. Our review reveals whether this device has what it takes to impress in everyday use. Read on, and learn everything you need to know about the Acemagic AM20.
AMD Ryzen 7 7735H, Radeon 680M, 339 g
Sebastian Bade, 04 Oct 2023 11:21
Oct 3, 2023
Framework Laptop 13.5 Ryzen 7 7840U review: So much better than the Intel version

88% Framework Laptop 13.5 Ryzen 7 7840U review: So much better than the Intel version

AMD Zen 4 works its magic. The AMD Zen 4 U-series platform makes the Intel Core P-series look obsolete. Unless if you value one or two very specific Intel features, then the new AMD Framework should be a no-brainer for most users.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Radeon 780M, 13.5", 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 03 Oct 2023 16:05
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max review - More camera power and titanium for Apple's biggest smartphone

91% Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max review - More camera power and titanium for Apple's biggest smartphone

Less hefty. For the first time, the iPhone 15 Pro Max features a titanium case and an even bigger battery - plus, it now uses USB. In addition, it is Apple's first smartphone to have a 5x optical zoom. We put the now lighter flagship from Cupertino to the test, which you can read about in this review.
Apple A17 Pro, A17 Pro GPU, 6.7", 221 g
Daniel Schmidt, 03 Oct 2023 14:42
Oct 2, 2023
HP Envy x360 15 AMD with OLED display

88% HP Envy x360 15 Ryzen 7 7730U convertible review: First IMAX Enhanced laptop

Affordable OLED convertible The HP Envy x360 15 from 2023 is the first convertible or laptop with IMAX Enhanced certification on the market. This means that the display and speakers meet the strict requirements of IMAX and DTS. In combination with the gorgeous OLED display and the fantatstic build quality, the convertible is a good all-rounder.
AMD Ryzen 7 7730U, Vega 8, 15.6", 1.8 kg
Philip Macdonald, 02 Oct 2023 12:05
Sep 30, 2023
MSI Raider GE68 HX 13VF laptop review: A complete design change

87% MSI Raider GE68 HX 13VF laptop review: A complete design change

Red, gold and retro. MSI is doubling down on the design of the 17-inch GE78 for the smaller 16-inch GE68. The new look may not be for everyone, but performance is admirable with some of the fastest CPU and GPU options currently available on any gaming laptop this year.
Intel Core i9-13950HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 16", 2.7 kg
Allen Ngo, 30 Sep 2023 17:18
Lenovo LOQ 16 gaming laptop review: Where is the hitch compared to the more expensive Legion?

87% Lenovo LOQ 16 gaming laptop review: Where is the hitch compared to the more expensive Legion?

Affordable gamer. With its LOQ series, Lenovo tries out a new name for affordable gaming laptops compared to the more expensive Legion models. The current 16-inch model is affordable, and the performance is right. So where is the hitch? We test the gaming laptop with an RTX 4060!
Intel Core i7-13620H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 16", 2.7 kg
Christian Hintze, 30 Sep 2023 03:14
Sep 29, 2023
Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14 Tablet review

89% Xiaomi Pad 6 Max 14 tablet review - The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra alternative for half the price

Mid-range price, premium feeling. The Xiaomi Pad 6 Max is an exciting alternative to the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, however, the Xiaomi tablet only costs half of what the Tab S9 Ultra does. The 14-inch Pad 6 Max, with its Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, suffers from one major drawback despite its good value for money.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, Adreno 730, 14", 750 g
Marcus Herbrich, 29 Sep 2023 13:38
Sony Xperia 5 V

89% Sony Xperia 5 V review: Compact premium smartphone with professional camera

Dwarven powerhouse. Sony's Xperia 5 V is a strong camera phone for small hands: featuring a 48 MP dual camera, the slim 21:9 smartphone manages to replace three lenses. The 6.1-inch small Android 13 phone is also equipped with the lightning-fast Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and a 5000 mAh battery.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, Adreno 740, 6.1", 182 g
Manuel Masiero, 29 Sep 2023 06:15
Sep 28, 2023
Telekom T Tablet review

82% Telekom T Tablet review - 5G and long updates at a low price

5G bargain. Telekom relies on its own smartphones - and now tablets as well. The T Tablet has made its entrance and relies fully on mobile data. Thanks to its 5G capabilities, the device will supposedly always be connected. Furthermore, its collaboration with Google assures slim software and long-lasting support. Hit the jackpot?
MediaTek Dimensity 700, ARM Mali-G57 MP2, 10.4", 490 g
Benedikt Winkel, 28 Sep 2023 15:21
Sep 27, 2023
KFA2 GeForce RTX 4060 Ti EX

KFA2 GeForce RTX 4060 Ti EX 16 GB desktop graphics card review: A powerful mid-range GPU now with more VRAM

The better RTX 4060 Ti? With the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti, Nvidia has brought out a good and very efficient graphics card for the price-conscious buyer. The 8-GB model already did well but it couldn't suppress all the calls for more VRAM. In this review, you can read about whether the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Ti with 16 GB VRAM is any better.
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16G, 32", 685 g
Sebastian Bade, 27 Sep 2023 14:22
The Crew Motorfest in test: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

The Crew Motorfest in test: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

A feast for racing game fans? Ubisoft tries to compete with Forza Horizon 5 with The Crew Motorfest. We took a closer look at the title and clarify which graphics card is needed for which settings in this benchmark test.
Florian Glaser, 27 Sep 2023 14:16
Sep 26, 2023
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 14APH8 laptop review: 120 Hz 2.5K OLED sweet spot

88% Lenovo Legion Slim 5 14APH8 laptop review: 120 Hz 2.5K OLED sweet spot

Gaming on OLED. The Legion Slim 5 14 is the smallest and most travel-friendly Legion laptop yet and its OLED display is certainly a standout feature not found on most other gaming laptops. However, it's missing a key feature that gamers ought to be aware of.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 14.5", 1.7 kg
Allen Ngo, 26 Sep 2023 18:15
Captiva Advanced Gaming I74-121 (Clevo V150RND) review: An inexpensive gaming laptop with a powerful RTX 4060

86% Captiva Advanced Gaming I74-121 (Clevo V150RND) review: An inexpensive gaming laptop with a powerful RTX 4060

Gaming from Germany. Captiva may not have as well-known a name as Asus, Lenovo, Dell, Acer and similar but still, more and more of the German manufacturer's laptops and PCs are beginning to show up on websites. With its "Advanced Gaming", the manufacturer markets a gaming laptop series and it is high time for us to put it to the test!
Intel Core i5-13500H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Christian Hintze, 26 Sep 2023 14:57
Lies of P tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Lies of P tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Surprisingly great Souls clone. Better to succeed in imitation than to fail in originality: that is one way to sum up Lies of P. The action game borrows heavily from the well-known Souls' formula. Read our tech review to find out whether the game performs better than the often quite suboptimal PC ports released by FromSoftware.
Florian Glaser, 26 Sep 2023 14:08
HP Victus 16 laptop review: Full HD gamer with RTX 4070

85% HP Victus 16 laptop review: Full HD gamer with RTX 4070

Omen alternative for the price-conscious. The Victus 16 costs slightly less than an Omen 16 with comparable hardware. Read on to find out whether or which cost-saving measures come to the fore. Our test unit comes with a Core i7-13700H and a GeForce RTX 4070.
Intel Core i7-13700H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, 16.1", 2.4 kg
Florian Glaser, 26 Sep 2023 09:43
Sep 25, 2023
The HP Victus 16 performs fairly well for an entry-level gaming laptop

86% HP Victus 16 Laptop Review: A 1080p gaming powerhouse with few compromises

A victory for HP. The HP Victus 16 is one of the few budget laptops on the market with an Intel Core i5-13500HX processor. How does it hold up against modern-day games when paired with an entry-level graphics card? Read on to find out more.
Intel Core i5-13500HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, 16.1", 2.3 kg
Anil Ganti, 25 Sep 2023 16:45
Starfield in test: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Starfield in test: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Off to the stars. After The Elder Scrolls and Fallout, Bethesda is following in the footsteps of Mass Effect and its ilk. The sci-fi adventure should thrill RPG fans with its gigantic dimensions. Whether the graphics requirements are also gigantic can be found out in our benchmark check.
Florian Glaser, 25 Sep 2023 15:37
Acemagic AD15 Mini PC review: Powerful NUC alternative with Intel Core i7-11800H

78% Acemagic AD15 Mini PC review: Powerful NUC alternative with Intel Core i7-11800H

Black hunk of plastic! Will the Acemagic AD15 with Intel Core i7-11800H prove to be a good everyday companion in our test? We take a detailed look at what can be expected from the SoC that is more than three years old at this point. Using numerous measurements and benchmarks, we evaluate the performance of the Acemagic AD15 against its competitors and will lay out its advantages and disadvantages here.
Intel Core i7-11800H, UHD Graphics Xe 32EUs (Tiger Lake-H), 765 g
Sebastian Bade, 25 Sep 2023 00:45
Sep 23, 2023
HP ZBook Fury 16 G10 mobile workstation review: 100 W Nvidia RTX 5000 Ada

92% HP ZBook Fury 16 G10 mobile workstation review: 100 W Nvidia RTX 5000 Ada

Fast and Fury-ous. Not much has changed from the outside, but the Raptor Lake-HX and Nvidia RTX Ada upgrades inside are significant and well worth the time for any power users looking to upgrade in the near future.
Intel Core i9-13950HX, Nvidia RTX 5000 Ada Generation Laptop, 16", 2.6 kg
Allen Ngo, 23 Sep 2023 20:41
Acer Aspire 5 AN515-58GM (2023) laptop review with a GeForce RTX 2050

82% Acer Aspire 5 A515-58GM review: The office laptop with a wannabe gaming GPU

The allrounder runs out-of-round. The Acer Aspire 5 (2023) is an office laptop sold for a much higher price due to its installed RTX 2050 gaming GPU. In this detailed review, you can read about whether this recipe resulted in a worthy allrounder. You can certainly look forward to two RAM banks, Thunderbolt 4 as well as quite a few improvements over its predecessor.
Intel Core i7-1355U, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile, 15.6", 1.8 kg
Marvin Gollor, 23 Sep 2023 13:00
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra review

91% Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra review - Excellent tablet with wow factor remedies a weakness

Also very interesting for gamers! The Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra aims to bring two worlds together: work and leisure. In our test, the Galaxy Tablet reveals some strengths for gaming and multimedia use and is also able to perform convincingly in the productivity area together with its S Pen. But this also has its price ...
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, Adreno 740, 14.6", 732 g
Marcus Herbrich, 23 Sep 2023 02:35
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 Intel Laptop Review: Compact 5G traveler with OLED

90% Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 Intel Laptop Review: Compact 5G traveler with OLED

Raptor X. Lenovo upgrades its ThinkPad X13 Gen 4 with an OLED screen and 5G. With these premium features, it is much closer to the ThinkPad X1 Carbon - without giving the X13 any unique idenity.
Intel Core i7-1355U, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 13.3", 1.2 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 23 Sep 2023 01:00
Sep 22, 2023
HP EliteBook 845 G10 review: Business laptop impresses with AMD Ryzen 7 7840U and unbeatable price

91% HP EliteBook 845 G10 review: Business laptop impresses with AMD Ryzen 7 7840U and unbeatable price

Quiet operation and long battery life. After reviewing the top version of the new EliteBook 845 G10, we now take a look at an exciting configuration with the low-power display and the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U. Thanks to lower power limits, this configuration remains much quieter when working.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, Radeon 780M, 14", 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 22 Sep 2023 23:48
Sony Xperia 10 V review - A light smartphone with tremendous staying power

83% Sony Xperia 10 V review - A light smartphone with tremendous staying power

Stagnation? The Xperia 10 series is characterized by a slim, light design but it also managed to impress us with its immense battery life. In addition, Sony has provided the device with a triple camera, microSD support and an audio jack. But, does this make the switch from its predecessor worthwhile? We went looking for clues.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, Adreno 619, 6.1", 159 g
Daniel Schmidt, 22 Sep 2023 10:12
Sep 21, 2023
Aokzoe A1 gaming handheld review: Ambitious with room for improvement

80% Aokzoe A1 gaming handheld review: Ambitious with room for improvement

Asus ROG Ally alternative. For around US$1000, the Aokzoe A1 costs as much as many full-fledged laptops. It certainly performs like one, but the fan noise and integrated buttons leave a lot to be desired.
AMD Ryzen 7 6800U, Radeon 680M, 8", 735 g
Allen Ngo, 21 Sep 2023 18:30
Tecno Spark 10 Pro

76% Tecno Spark 10 Pro smartphone review - High-resolution selfie camera in a $150 USD phone

Internationally special. The Tecno Mobile Spark 10 Pro is an affordable mid-range phone with a 32-megapixel selfie camera aimed at social media enthusiasts. In this review, we take a closer look at the approximately $150 USD phone.
Mediatek Helio G88, ARM Mali-G52 MP2, 6.8", 206 g
Florian Schmitt, 21 Sep 2023 12:55
Huawei Watch GT 4 (46 mm) in review - Angular smartwatch with extended battery life

Huawei Watch GT 4 (46 mm) in review - Angular smartwatch with extended battery life

Sporty fashion. Huawei aims to establish new fashion trends with the Watch GT series while maintaining a high level of sports functionality, precise sensors, and prolonged battery life. Dive into our review to find out more! Update: Full list of activities supported by the watch added.
unknown, 1.43", 48 g
Daniel Schmidt, 21 Sep 2023 11:47
Sep 20, 2023
Apple Mac Studio 2023 review - The M2 Max also impresses in a desktop device

92% Apple Mac Studio 2023 review - The M2 Max also impresses in a desktop device

Quiet and expensive. Apple has updated its desktop computer, the Mac Studio, which is now fitted with the faster M2 Max or M2 Ultra SoCs. We have tested the base model with the M2 Max and the 30-core GPU as well as 32 GB RAM.
Apple M2 Max, M2 Max 30-Core GPU, 2.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 20 Sep 2023 14:49
realme 11 Pro+

84% Realme 11 Pro+ review - 200-megapixel camera in a high-quality smartphone

Big eyes and lots of space. With an Italian design, a high-resolution camera, and plenty of storage if desired, realme launches an interesting upper mid-range phone for around 500 Euros (~$500) with the 11 Pro+. Read here whether the phone can convince in our test.
MediaTek Dimensity 7050, ARM Mali-G68 MP4, 6.7", 189 g
Florian Schmitt, 20 Sep 2023 05:55
Sep 19, 2023
Poco F5 smartphone review

87% Poco F5 smartphone review - The lightweight Xiaomi phone outclasses the competition with its performance [Redmi Note 12 Turbo]

Another price-performance hit? The Poco F5 is one of the first phones to make use of the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2. The rest of its package promises a good user experience, including a 120-Hz display, WiFi 6E, a 3.5-mm jack and a 64-MP main camera with optical image stabilization (OIS). Worth buying?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, Adreno 725, 6.67", 181 g
Marcus Herbrich, 19 Sep 2023 17:05
Sep 18, 2023
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga G4 Laptop Review: Convertible with long battery life and weak performance

89% Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga G4 Laptop Review: Convertible with long battery life and weak performance

Tame Raptor. With the ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4, Lenovo has released the newest member of its traditional business convertible series. This new model has a retooled design with much improved battery life numbers, but a puny performance.
Intel Core i5-1335U, Iris Xe G7 80EUs, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 18 Sep 2023 18:17
HP Omen 16 laptop review: A good choice for gamers even with Zen 4

87% HP Omen 16 laptop review: A good choice for gamers even with Zen 4

A successful overall package. HP's Omen series has been on the market for a few years now. The manufacturer combines AMD and Nvidia hardware in the current 16-inch xf0376ng model. You can find out whether or how well this mixture harmonizes in our review.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, 16.1", 2.4 kg
Florian Glaser, 18 Sep 2023 16:16
AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT

AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT Desktop graphics card review: More affordable GeForce RTX 4070 performance

Good midrange! With the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, AMD continues to expand its portfolio of the RDNA 3 generation. The new midrange GPU also brings the benefit of the current RDNA 3 architecture to those gamers who are not willing to spend a fortune for it. Find out in this review with numerous benchmarks, how far this endeavor succeeds and where the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT places compared to the competitors from Nvidia.
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, Radeon RX 7800 XT, 32", 1.1 kg
Sebastian Bade, 18 Sep 2023 02:12
Sep 17, 2023
Nvidia RTX 3000 Ada performance debut: Dell Precision 5480 workstation review

90% Nvidia RTX 3000 Ada performance debut: Dell Precision 5480 workstation review

Precision engineering. Not much has changed from a visual standpoint, but the GPU update from last year's Precision 5470 is significant and worth considering for power users who want to maximize performance from a small 14-inch form factor.
Intel Core i9-13900H, NVIDIA RTX 3000 Ada Generation Laptop, 14", 1.6 kg
Allen Ngo, 17 Sep 2023 07:20
Sep 15, 2023
BMAX B7 Power review: A frugal mini PC with Intel Core i7 for US$400

78% BMAX B7 Power review: A frugal mini PC with Intel Core i7 for US$400

Performance sucker. As Intel itself no longer makes mini PCs, other manufacturers have been quick to fill the gap. BMAX is a Chinese manufacturer which has low prices to offer. Its top-of-the-range model, the B7 Power, offers an Intel Core i7-11390H, quiet fans and is well suited for office work. In this review, we have taken a closer look at how well the Mini PC performs in everyday use and how it did in our tests.
Intel Core i7-11390H, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 363 g
Christian Hintze, 15 Sep 2023 21:40
Sep 14, 2023
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 G1 AMD Review - Large office laptop with AMD power and WQHD display

88% Lenovo ThinkPad E16 G1 AMD Review - Large office laptop with AMD power and WQHD display

Affordable business laptop with a big screen. Lenovo expands its ThinkPad E-series lineup with a 16-inch version. The new ThinkPad E16 G1 uses a familiar AMD Ryzen processor in combination with a bright WQHD panel.
AMD Ryzen 7 7730U, Vega 8, 16", 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 14 Sep 2023 16:19
Google Pixel Tablet review

89% Google Pixel Tablet review - Google revises its tablet and offers the better iPad

A revolution in the tablet market? With the Pixel Tablet, Google offers an exciting alternative to the Apple iPad 10 or Galaxy Tab S9. The 10.95-inch Pixel tab is not only a classic tablet, but, together with its docking station, it is also a smart home hub or a smart speaker with an XXL display, á la Apple's HomePod.
Update: Speakers built into the docking station tested.
Google Tensor G2, ARM Mali-G710 MP7, 10.95", 493 g
Marcus Herbrich, 13 Sep 2023 12:55
Sep 12, 2023
GMK NucBox K2 Ryzen 7 7735HS mini PC review: Optimized for high performance-per-dollar

83% GMK NucBox K2 Ryzen 7 7735HS mini PC review: Optimized for high performance-per-dollar

Big bang for the buck. The NucBox K2 skips being flashy and "innovative" for cheaper starting prices while maintaining as much performance as possible. The accessible NucBox K2 should be a top pick for most home and HTPC users on a budget.
AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS, Radeon 680M, 440 g
Allen Ngo, 12 Sep 2023 20:00
Huawei Band 8 review. Test device provided by Huawei Germany.

Huawei Band 8 review - A new number for the old fitness tracker?

Compact fitness skills. The Band 8 marks Huawei's entry into the world of fitness trackers and smartwatches. At the same time, the device has access to the extensive Huawei Health app. It also shows that exact measurements don't have to come at a price. Unfortunately, the Band 8 also comes with its weaknesses, which you can read about in this review.
unknown, 1.47", 24 g
Benedikt Winkel, 12 Sep 2023 15:00
Amazon Fire Max 11

83% Amazon Fire Max 11: Amazon's largest and fastest tablet

Shopping in XXL format. The affordable Amazon Fire Max 11, with its 11-inch panel, is the manufacturer's largest Fire tablet to date. It competes with a fresh design, a large battery and a new mid-range SoC. Our review reveals how well the Fire Max 11 performs.
MediaTek MT8188J, ARM Mali-G57 MP2, 11", 490 g
Manuel Masiero, 12 Sep 2023 13:39
Sep 11, 2023
Minisforum Neptune Series HN2673 review: The mini PC with a Core i7-12650H and an Arc A730M within an attractive case

87% Minisforum Neptune Series HN2673 review: The mini PC with a Core i7-12650H and an Arc A730M within an attractive case

Office or gaming - or both? Minisforum is one of the few manufacturers that has dared to house a current Intel graphics card as a dedicated graphics card within a mini PC. The Neptune Series HN2673 brings together the Intel Arc A730M and the Intel Core i7-12650H. In this review, we have summarized the most important aspects including a range of benchmarks and measurements.
Intel Core i7-12650H, A730M, 1.7 kg
Sebastian Bade, 11 Sep 2023 14:58
Sep 9, 2023
Lenovo ThinkPad T14 G4 Intel Laptop Review: Raptor Lake update for the T series

89% Lenovo ThinkPad T14 G4 Intel Laptop Review: Raptor Lake update for the T series

T raptor. The 2023 version of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 uses Intel CPUs of the Raptor Lake series. With the new CPUs, the power usage seems to be lower compared to the predecessor, but apart from this, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 Intel does not seem like a big upgrade.
Intel Core i5-1335U, Iris Xe G7 80EUs, 14", 1.4 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 09 Sep 2023 21:55
Beelink SER7 mini PC review: Ryzen 7 7840HS with vapor chamber cooling

87% Beelink SER7 mini PC review: Ryzen 7 7840HS with vapor chamber cooling

Insanely fast for the size. AMD's Zen 4 CPU and Radeon 780M GPU have impressed us yet again with performance results well ahead of most other mini PCs. There's very little to dislike about the SER7 save for some relatively minor annoyances.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, Radeon 780M, 640 g
Allen Ngo, 09 Sep 2023 19:59
Sep 8, 2023
HP EliteBook 1040 G10 laptop review - HP's response to the ThinkPad X1 Carbon

88% HP EliteBook 1040 G10 laptop review - HP's response to the ThinkPad X1 Carbon

Magnesium case and LTE. The EliteBook 1040 G10 is the business flagship from HP and a direct competitor to the ThinkPad X1 Carbon from Lenovo. However, the current Core i5 processor from Intel doesn't offer a lot of performance, and the display of our test unit doesn't reach the values specified by the manufacturer.
Intel Core i5-1335U, Iris Xe G7 80EUs, 14", 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 08 Sep 2023 18:37
Acer Nitro 17 Ryzen edition review: The QHD gaming laptop with an RTX 4070

87% Acer Nitro 17 Ryzen edition review: The QHD gaming laptop with an RTX 4070

A successful gaming laptop even based on AMD. The present Acer Nitro 17 combines a Ryzen 7 7735HS with a GeForce RTX 4070 for about US$1,900. In this review, you can find out whether this combination can magic enough frames onto the internal QHD display when running new games, too.
AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU, 17.3", 3 kg
Florian Glaser, 08 Sep 2023 12:56
Sep 7, 2023
Hands-on: Gazelle Esprit C7 HMS E-Bike.

Hands-on with Gazelle Esprit C7 HMS e-bike - Uncomplicated urban bike

City slicker. With the Esprit C7 HMS, Gazelle aims to deliver a highly robust and straightforward e-bike for everyday use. A Shimano mid-drive motor provides electric assistance to the rider, and the bike's components have been carefully selected to keep maintenance low. Read on to find out more about our experience with the bike.
Benedikt Winkel, 07 Sep 2023 17:23
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Twist Gen 4 convertible review: E-Ink and OLED hybrid

87% Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Twist Gen 4 convertible review: E-Ink and OLED hybrid

The convertible laptop for bookworms. What if you could have both a convertible laptop and an eReader all in one? The ThinkBook Plus Twist is a dream come true for bookworms as long as you can accept some caveats.
Intel Core i7-1355U, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 13.3", 1.4 kg
Allen Ngo, 07 Sep 2023 16:58
Sep 6, 2023
Tecno Spark 10 5G

79% Tecno Spark 10 5G Smartphone Review: Dazzling mid-ranger without PWM flickering

A new challenger. Tecno Mobile is still largely unknown as a manufacturer in the West. The Chinese are just releasing the first devices in Central Europe. Among them is the Spark 10 5G with an interesting design and 5G for just under €200. We take a closer look at the newcomer in our review.
MediaTek Dimensity 6020, ARM Mali-G57 MP2, 6.6", 194 g
Florian Schmitt, 06 Sep 2023 14:43
InfiRay P2 infrared camera review

InfiRay P2 smartphone infrared camera review: Tiny even with a macro lens

Miniaturized. Barely bigger than a quarter and still a high-quality infrared camera. This is the InfiRay P2. It can display objects between a temperature of –20 °C to 550 °C on images with a high resolution of 256 × 192 pixels. At the same time, a macro lens helps to find the smallest heat source.
Marc Herter, 06 Sep 2023 13:16
Sep 5, 2023
realme 11 Pro

84% Realme 11 Pro smartphone review – The designer phone with quick memory

Mid-range haute couture. realme has really given its all in the under 400 dollar price range by getting its 11 Pro styled by a designer. The result may be neat, but a phone has to impress on the inside too, after all. In this review, you can find out whether this was a success for the realme phone.
MediaTek Dimensity 7050, ARM Mali-G68 MP4, 6.7", 191 g
Florian Schmitt, 05 Sep 2023 14:07
Alienware m16 R1 review: QHD gaming machine with RTX 4060 and Thunderbolt 4

88% Alienware m16 R1 review: QHD gaming machine with RTX 4060 and Thunderbolt 4

Freedom of choice. Alienware's gaming notebook provides an extremely flexible hardware configuration. Our test device offers lots of performance (Core i7-13700HX, GeForce RTX 4060) and a decent level of equipment. Battery runtimes, however, are unable to keep pace with the times.
Intel Core i7-13700HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 16", 3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 05 Sep 2023 08:07
 (photo: Daniel Schmidt)

87% Huawei MatePad 11.5 review - A productive tablet at a low price

Harmony tablet. The Huawei MatePad 11.5 has a large IPS display and uses a modern Snapdragon 7 processor with plenty of storage. Huawei also offers a pen as well as a keyboard cover. Even though you have to make do without Google services, this isn't much of a hindrance with a productive tablet.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, Adreno 644, 11.5", 499 g
Daniel Schmidt, 05 Sep 2023 03:40
Sep 4, 2023
Armored Core 6 Fires of Rubicon tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Armored Core 6 Fires of Rubicon tech review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Mech fights with dated graphics. Armored Core 6 probably wouldn't have garnered so much interest if it weren’t made by FromSoftware, the game studio behind Dark Souls. Read our tech review to find out how high (or low) its system requirements are.
Florian Glaser, 04 Sep 2023 16:40
Sep 3, 2023
Blackview MP80 mini PC review: A super-small office PC featuring Intel N95 within an 0.285-litre case

74% Blackview MP80 mini PC review: A super-small office PC featuring Intel N95 within an 0.285-litre case

A mini PC with a visual highlight! As an established manufacturer of smartphones and tablets, Blackview is now dipping its toes into the field of mini PCs. With the MP80, the manufacturer has released an extremely compact office PC complete with Intel 95. In this review, you can read about how well the frugal SoC performs in everyday use and how the Blackview MP80 compares to the competition.
Intel Processor N95, UHD Graphics 24EUs (Alder Lake-N), 214 g
Sebastian Bade, 03 Sep 2023 15:35
Sep 2, 2023
Motorola Moto G14

78% Motorola Moto G14 smartphone review - Storage giant in vegan leather

Colorful and inexpensive. Motorola offers four color variants for this year's entry-level model of the Moto G series. The Moto G14 is light, handy, and has a lot of fast memory for its price range. We take a closer look at the entry-level phone in our review.
Unisoc T7255 (T616), ARM Mali-G57 MP1, 6.5", 177 g
Florian Schmitt, 02 Sep 2023 19:31
Apple Mac Mini M2 2023 review - Apple M2 unleashing its power via desktop

87% Apple Mac Mini M2 2023 review - Apple M2 unleashing its power via desktop

M2 with Thunderbolt 4 and Wi-Fi 6E. Apple's Mac Mini now includes the latest M2 and M2 Pro CPUs, delivering plenty of power for a compact desktop. Since upgrades are costly, like they are for MacBooks, the small device can get pricey.
Apple M2, M2 10-Core GPU, 1.2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 02 Sep 2023 09:51
Sep 1, 2023
Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini 01IRH8 review: An Intel NUC challenger approaches

81% Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini 01IRH8 review: An Intel NUC challenger approaches

Look ma, no power brick! With so many mini PCs to choose from nowadays, the IdeaCentre Mini will need something up its sleeve to really stand out from the crowd. Luckily, its integrated PSU and inexpensive price of under US$700 for the Core i7 option might just be enough.
Intel Core i7-13700H, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 1.8 kg
Allen Ngo, 01 Sep 2023 19:07
Kingston XS1000 external SSD hands-on review: Basic drive that fits almost anywhere

Kingston XS1000 external SSD hands-on review: Basic drive that fits almost anywhere

Fast enough. This tiny Kingston SSD is supposedly able to deliver speeds of up to 1,000 MB/s over USB and thus offer great performance for a small price tag. In this review, we’ll discuss how much of this actually holds true and whether the device is fast enough for you to run games off it.
Mario Petzold, 01 Sep 2023 17:41
Lenovo Tab P12

85% Lenovo Tab P12 review - A powerful XXL tablet with lots of accessories

A 12-inch tablet at a low price. If you're looking for a particularly big and inexpensive all-round tablet, then the Lenovo Tab P12 is the perfect contender. Costing roughly US$435, the 12.7-inch tablet comes with 3K resolution, a fast eight-core SoC and quad speakers. Furthermore, it supports an active input stylus and a docking keyboard.
MediaTek Dimensity 7050, ARM Mali-G68 MP4, 12.7", 615 g
Manuel Masiero, 01 Sep 2023 13:51
Aug 31, 2023
In the review: HTC U23 pro

84% HTC U23 pro smartphone review - Back to old strength?

The upper-class return? HTC has been quiet, but now the HTC U23 pro is launched. With the new model HTC wants to make an impression in the upper mid-range. It brings the status LED, microSD card, and audio jack from the past.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, Adreno 644, 6.7", 205 g
Benedikt Winkel, 31 Aug 2023 21:34
AMD Radeon RX 7600 desktop GPU review: RDNA3 vs. Ada Lovelace in the entry-level segment

AMD Radeon RX 7600 desktop GPU review: RDNA3 vs. Ada Lovelace in the entry-level segment

Great value for money! The AMD Radeon RX 7600 is the latest addition to the RDNA 3 lineup, which until now consists of high-end options. For much less than €300 (US$324), this GPU is capable of running games at Full HD and 60 FPS. In this review, you'll get tons of benchmark results and find out what this board partner model from XFX can deliver.
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X, Radeon RX 7600, 32", 852 g
Sebastian Bade, 31 Aug 2023 13:50
LG Gram Style 14 laptop review: Elegant, fast, and (too) hot

90% LG Gram Style 14 laptop review: Elegant, fast, and (too) hot

Shimmering lightweight. While hardly weighing 1 kg (~2.2 lb), the subnotebook from LG is very well equipped with the Intel Core i7-1360P, 32 GB of working memory, and OLED display. Aside from the performance, the Gram Style also offers some other qualities. What immediate strikes us, is the case surface that can shimmer in all rainbow colors. And the laptop is also able to operate completely quietly - aside from some strange exception.
Intel Core i7-1360P, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 14", 987 g
Mario Petzold, 31 Aug 2023 03:09
Aug 30, 2023
Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630 laptop review: 60 W GeForce RTX 4060 isn't so bad

87% Dell Inspiron 16 Plus 7630 laptop review: 60 W GeForce RTX 4060 isn't so bad

Multimedia, gaming, and content creation all-on-one. Who needs GeForce MX anymore when you can have a GeForce RTX 4060 run at a low 60 W TGP? It may not perform as fast as dedicated gaming laptops with the exact same GPU, but it's still a significant upgrade from last year's GeForce RTX 3050 Ti.
Intel Core i7-13700H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 16", 2.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 30 Aug 2023 21:28
Aug 29, 2023
Dockcase 10-in-1 Hub Explorer Edition hands-on: Perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality for MacBook Air users

Dockcase 10-in-1 Hub Explorer Edition hands-on: Perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality for MacBook Air users

All the ports you can imagine and then some. Dockcase's snazzy new 10-in-1 hub improves upon its predecessor with even more ports. In this review, we put it to the test with a plethora of hardware to figure out how well it can fit into a minimalistic work-from-home setup.
Anil Ganti, 29 Aug 2023 03:01
Aug 28, 2023
Immortals of Aveum review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

Immortals of Aveum review: Laptop and desktop benchmarks

A wild mix with startup difficulties. Immortals of Aveum has turned out to be an interesting mix of genres, however, it battles a few technical issues. In this benchmark test, you can find out which (laptop) graphics card you will need to run the game smoothly.
Florian Glaser, 28 Aug 2023 15:02
 (Photo: Daniel Schmidt)

Huawei FreeBuds 5 review - Comfy in-ears with good sound

Stylish. The Huawei FreeBuds 5 not only want to convince with an unusual design but also with a strong noise reduction and long battery runtimes. Huawei even promises Hi-Res audio for the in-ears as well as splash water protection. Read how good the headphones really are in our review.
Daniel Schmidt, 28 Aug 2023 13:36
Aug 27, 2023
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 smartphone review

89% Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 review - Small steps toward being the best foldable smartphone?

On second glance, the best foldable smartphone? From a design and technical point of view, the Galaxy Z Fold5 has looked to the Fold4 for inspiration. Although Samsung's newest foldable smartphone has improved in only a select number of areas, the Galaxy Fold5 shines with virtues familiar to the Fold series. Read here to discover whether it's a worthwhile purchase.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, Adreno 740, 7.6", 253 g
Marcus Herbrich, 27 Aug 2023 17:28
Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition Test

Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition review: What makes the new fitness tracker special?

Stragglers. The Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition is a new fitness tracker that complements Huawei's extensive wearable portfolio. Our review of the Huawei Watch Fit Special Edition explains what the improved model has to offer in terms of special features.
unknown, 1.64", 21 g
Marcus Schwarten, 27 Aug 2023 12:36
Test Blackview Tab 12 Pro Tablet

78% Blackview Tab 12 Pro review - 4G tablet with dual-SIM and up to 14 GB RAM for under 170 Euros (~$185)

Easy tablet entry. The 10.1-inch Blackview Tab 12 Pro offers an interesting equipment package for price-conscious buyers with its LTE connectivity and GPS capability, memory expansion, and a 3.5mm jack. Read our review to find out whether Blackview's tablet with its metal casing will be an insider's tip.
Unisoc T7200 (T606), ARM Mali-G57 MP1, 10.1", 430 g
Marcus Herbrich, 27 Aug 2023 08:32
Acer Iconia Tab P11-10

81% Testing the Acer Iconia Tab P10-11: An affordable metal case tablet

Iconic return? There has been no news concerning Acer's Android tablets from the Iconia series for quite some time. The Iconia Tab P10-11 is now available again. This low-cost tablet has a Full HD screen and a metal case. Testing it will reveal whether or not Acer makes a credible comeback.
Mediatek MT8183, ARM Mali-G72 MP3, 10.4", 440 g
Florian Schmitt, 27 Aug 2023 01:54
Aug 26, 2023
In review: Honor 90 5G

86% Honor 90 5G smartphone review: Display- and storage giant

Classy design. Honor aims to win over new fans in the midrange with the 90. 512 GB of storage, 12 GB of RAM, a 200 MP camera and a 120 Hz OLED panel do not sound measly at all. Moreover, the design of the Honor smartphone certainly stands out from the crowd. Our review clarifies whether the Honor 90 is the perfect all-rounder.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, Adreno 644, 6.7", 183 g
Benedikt Winkel, 26 Aug 2023 00:55
Aug 25, 2023
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 laptop review: Intel Core-P at under 1 kg

90% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 3 laptop review: Intel Core-P at under 1 kg

Nano size = Nano performance? The ThinkPad X1 Nano is back for a third year in a row with the exact same chassis design as its first generation launch. It remains one of the lightest and most portable subnotebooks in the market, but the compromises to performance are still alive and well.
Intel Core i7-1360P, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 13", 989 g
Allen Ngo, 25 Aug 2023 20:35
AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE

AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE review: The OEM desktop graphics card controlled by an RX 6950 XT at lower consumption

A hidden gem for a fair price! Without much advance notice, AMD has released the Radeon RX 7900 GRE. Initially, the graphics card was only supposed to be available in China. In this review, we have taken a closer look at the GPU which can only be purchased via the system manufacturer Memory:PC. Read on and find out about how well this model performed.
Sebastian Bade, 25 Aug 2023 13:38
Aug 24, 2023
The Xgimi Mogo 2 Pro

Xgimi Mogo 2 Pro projector hands-on: Small improvements mixed with small gripes

Iterative success. The Mogo 2 Pro from Xgimi is the sequel to the company's budget-minded Mogo Pro. While there are no major upgrades this year, a number of small improvements add together for a significantly improved budget projector. However, there is one noticeable omission (in addition to smaller problems) that makes for an overall positive, if muted, improvement.
Sam Medley, 24 Aug 2023 02:28
AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX performance debut: Alienware m16 R1 laptop review

89% AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX performance debut: Alienware m16 R1 laptop review

AMD, Intel, vapor chamber, liquid metal, CherryMX and more. The Alienware m16 R1 includes everything but the kitchen sink. You'll have to choose carefully, however, as some configurations may be less buggy than others.
AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU, 16", 3.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 24 Aug 2023 00:40
Aug 23, 2023
Nubia RedMagic 8S Pro review - Gaming smartphone gets better fan control

88% Nubia RedMagic 8S Pro review - Gaming smartphone gets better fan control

Beskar Phone. The RedMagic 8S Pro again relies on the current Snapdragon 8 with a controllable active fan that is integrated into the casing. Compared to last year's model, there are only slight upgrades and the differences to the RedMagic 8 Pro are marginal.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, Adreno 740, 6.8", 228 g
Daniel Schmidt, 23 Aug 2023 07:31
Aug 22, 2023
Asus ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D review - The world's fastest gaming laptop

87% Asus ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D review - The world's fastest gaming laptop

AMD's 3D V-Cache now inside a laptop. The ROG Strix SCAR 17 X3D is the first gaming laptop to feature AMD's newest Ryzen 9 7945HX3D processor which, for the first time ever, relies on 3D cache. Additionally, it is fitted with a GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop which runs all modern games smoothly on the device's fast QHD display.
AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU, 17.3", 2.9 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 22 Aug 2023 16:42
AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D Zen4 analysis - The fastest mobile gaming processor thanks to 3D V-Cache

87% AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D Zen4 analysis - The fastest mobile gaming processor thanks to 3D V-Cache

Better performance in 1080p & QHD. In the field of desktop PCs, AMD processors with 3D cache have existed for quite some time, but the announcement of the Ryzen 9 7945HX3D marks the first mobile processor with 3D V-Cache coming onto the market. According to AMD, this is now the fastest gaming processor - which we have analyzed.
AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX3D, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU, 17.3", 2.9 kg
Redaktion, 22 Aug 2023 15:08
Aug 21, 2023
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 5G review - The foldable phone with a large cover display

87% Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 5G review - The foldable phone with a large cover display

Funky times five. The compact foldable smartphone has been taken up a notch, which includes the phone being given a considerably larger outer display, a modern SoC as well as additional storage. In this review, you can find out why less is sometimes more.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy, Adreno 740, 6.7", 187 g
Daniel Schmidt, 21 Aug 2023 17:55
Aug 20, 2023
Uperfect UStation Delta review: Portable monitor with dual 15.6-inch displays expands the desktop

Uperfect UStation Delta review: Portable monitor with dual 15.6-inch displays expands the desktop

Portable Multitalent? Uperfect has announced the UStation Delta, an unusual monitor that effortlessly expands the mobile workspace with two 15.6-inch displays. The company has provided us with a prototype, and we will take a closer look at the display as well as potential use scenarios for it.
15.6"
Sebastian Bade, 20 Aug 2023 21:59
Aug 19, 2023
Xiaomi Pad 6 tablet review

89% Xiaomi Pad 6 review: Massively improved tablet with stylus support at the same affordable price

Affordable iPad alternative. In our review, the Xiaomi Pad 6 midrange tablet shows itself improved in many areas compared to the Xiaomi Pad 5. The 11-inch tablet, which has an attractively affordable price, offers many purchase arguments with its 144-Hz display, Snapdragon SoC, high-quality case, and pen support.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G, Adreno 650, 11", 490 g
Marcus Herbrich, 19 Aug 2023 21:16
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