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Detachable: The Lenovo Legion Go is a different kind of detachable. Instead of removing the keyboard, on this device, you simply take off both of its controllers—turning the gaming handheld into a tablet. Its FPS mode is particularly interesting, which transforms the controllers into a mouse and keyboard. Unfortunately, not everything ran smoothly in our test.

Active AirJet cooling without fan. Zotac's compact pico series has undergone a significant upgrade. Alongside the introduction of the new Intel Core i3-N300 featuring 8 Alder Lake cores, Zotac stands out as the first producer to incorporate a novel cooling system. Two active AirJet modules are implemented to effectively manage the SoC even during heavy usage. We have evaluated the effectiveness of this system and assessed the overall performance of the Zotac Zbox pico PI430AJ in daily usage.

Exceedingly average. The Xming Page One is a projector under the Formovie brand. Branded as the "world's first Google TV LCD projector," the Page One does little to stand out in an increasingly busy market. While it doesn't have many downsides, it also doesn't have any "must-have" features.

Money-saver. The 10.5-inch Teclast T45HD offers lots of features for little money. For well under US$200, you get a surfing and multimedia tablet with a slim metal case, fast storage, a large battery, and even dual-SIM support with 4G. Our review will show who this budget tablet is made for.

Raptor Lake meets USB 2.0. Huawei has equipped the 2024 model of its multimedia laptop, the MateBook D 16, with an Intel Core i9-13900H processor. However, it is held back by its power limits. Severe cuts have been made, especially regarding the ports but, by contrast, the battery life has improved.

Plenty of storage. The Teclast T60's main features include an impressive display and a large battery. It is priced around ~$300, however it is frequently available at significantly lower prices. While it lacks in power, it does support mobile phones and has plenty of storage.

Cheapest laptop? In this review, we will be taking a look at the current cheapest new laptop on the market. A Full-HD display, 8-core CPU as well as a slim and appealing case all sounds rather alluring. However, its ChromeOS, 4 GB RAM and 64 GB eMMC storage, as stated in the laptop's specs, may well unveil how costs have been cut.

Performance before efficiency. Intel's Raptor Lake-HX Refresh is an update of its fastest mobile processors which are used in powerful multimedia and gaming laptops, promising better performance while gaming and in single-core scenarios. We have tested the new Core i9-14900HX and have compared it with the old Core i9-13900HX as well as the AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX. Update: Additional gaming benchmarks including Modern Warfare 3, Avatar & Assassin's Creed Mirage

Efficient SoC for desktop systems! The Minisforum BD770i is a motherboard that includes a permanently soldered APU. The AMD Ryzen 7 7745HX is installed here, along with a large heat sink. As a result, there should be no thermal issues with the SoC. We coupled the Minisforum BD770i with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 to see whether we could make a relatively compact gaming system. All of the results may be found in this review.

Savings made. An aluminum unibody case, four Dolby Atmos certified speakers and a 90-Hz display—all within a tablet for US$220. Xiaomi's Redmi Pad SE is an exciting package for an attractive price. Our review will determine whether the device has any weaknesses.

Mini update. Schenker offers its Vision 14 with the GeForce RTX 3050 Refresh, featuring more graphics memory. All-in-all, its performance has remained almost the same and it can come nowhere near the GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. With its high-resolution IPS display and good maintenance options—allowing for up to 64 GB RAM—the laptop still proves to be an interesting option.

Endurance runner. The Asus CM 14 Chromebook is a low-cost option. It does, however, have benefits such as a 12-hour battery life and a 10-year update guarantee. Our testing reveals where Asus made compromises and how the Chromebook performs in regular situations.

Weak SoC. The Asus ExpertCenter PN42 is a mini PC that features an Intel N200, amongst other things. The SoC is cooled passively, which has some advantages as well as disadvantages. In this review, we will be analyzing whether Asus has missed the mark in doing this, and we will be taking a look at the device's performance with the help of a variety of measurements and benchmarks while comparing it to similarly equipped mini PCs.

TUF to beat for the price. It's a "plain" look when compared to the flashier ROG series, but the focus on speed and simplicity is what's most important for gamers on tighter budgets. However, potential buyers should be aware of all the cut corners.

Ryzen 7 Pro in P15v's successor. With the ThinkPad P16v G1, Lenovo is offering an affordable mobile workstation that can be configured with either an AMD or Intel CPU. We tested out the AMD version equipped with an Nvidia RTX A1000, which particularly stands out with its impressively long battery life.

The fastest Poco. Xiaomi's Poco series is synonymous with affordable yet well-equipped smartphones, and the Poco F5 Pro is no exception. This 6.67-inch device boasts a high-end Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC, a 120 Hz AMOLED display with WQHD+ resolution and a full always-on function, a triple camera setup, and fast charging that takes under 1 hour.

More illusion than reality. NiPoGi has given its AD08 an Intel Core i7-12650H which delivers enough performance to master everyday office tasks. As a compact gaming PC taking on a tower format, the manufacturer has gone a slightly different route when it comes to its design. In this review, you can read about what advantages arise as a result of this, and how well the NiPoGi AD08 performs compared to similarly equipped mini PCs.

What is a power bank doing whilst charging? This is particularly important to know when you have a portable battery with a power budget of 200 watts. Anker demonstrates how to cleverly present this information on a display. That said, the Prime has a problem we've often seen in other Anker products.

House cat. The 10.36-inch tablet Teclast T40 HD features faster UFS-2.0 storage which is seldomly seen within this price range. Furthermore, you can surf the web on the device using a SIM card. This sounds like a good deal for the price — but does it have weaknesses, too?

Access the Internet almost anywhere. The Teclast M50 HD costs barely 190 Euros ($160 in the US), but you can also get it for significantly cheaper during some sales. You get a lot of storage and a dual-SIM slot, also allowing you to access the Internet or make phone calls on the road. Despite its lack of performance, is it still a good deal?

HyperOS as a game changer? With its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the Xiaomi 14 Pro, which is also equipped with the new HyperOS, aims to score with a lot of performance and also bring some excitement to some camera fans with the new, extremely light-sensitive Leica Summilux lens and variable aperture. Find out in our review, whether a purchase of the Xiaomi smartphone is worthwhile.

More performance, but worse runtimes. Lenovo now offers its 14-inch Yoga Pro 7 14 G8 with the current AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS (Zen4), which may offer more performance compared to the old Ryzen 7 7735HS, however, this takes its toll on the device's battery life and noise emissions.

Actual Core Ultra 7 retail unit. We went out and bought our own 1st gen Core Ultra laptop from a retail store. Is a brick-and-mortar unit just as good as all the Core Ultra 7 press units designed for reviewers? For $1400, it better be.

Bread and butter business with AMD. The ThinkPad T series is one of the most important parts of Lenovo's enterprise PC portfolio. Corporate purchasers get the choice: AMD or Intel for their client. There are arguments for both - with efficiency being on the side of the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 AMD.

Cheap tracker. The Xiaomi Smart Band 8 is one of the most affordable fitness trackers on the market. Our test report reveals what the wearable has to offer for just under 40 Euros/~$44 RRP, whether the manufacturer has eliminated a major shortcoming of its predecessor and whether it is worth buying.

More than jewelry. With the FreeClip, Huawei takes a new approach to headphones and clamps them directly to the ear with the new C-bridge, while still promising full sound, a secure fit and crystal-clear calls. We have tested the FreeClip extensively.

Exotic foldable phone. Aside from its foldable OLED panel, the Oppo Find N3 Fold tries to score points through its strong camera, including a periscope lens. In our review of the Find N3, you can find out whether the Oppo phone delivers what it promises.

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. The ZBook Power 15 G10 is one of the few 15.6-inch workstations to ship with both AMD Zen 4 Pro CPUs and Nvidia RTX Ada GPUs. If you don't mind missing out on 4K, OLED, ECC RAM, and 16-inch screen sizes, then the ZBook Power 15 G10 should prove to be a reliable classic.

Genre gem. After months or even years of an early access phase, Ready or Not version 1.0 has finally been released. The tactical shooter is reminiscent of classics such as SWAT 4 and thanks to Unreal Engine, it has some stunning visuals to offer, too.

The Jabra Elite 10 is a pair of premium in-ears that aims to win you over with modern 3D audio, impressive sound, long battery life and IP certification. Read our review to find out whether it succeeds in doing so

...provided you can get it at MSRP. Colorful is pitching the EVOL X15 AT 23 as a viable alternative to some of the other prominent gaming laptops out there. While the EVOL X15 AT's use of the Intel Core i7-13700HX and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU makes it a capable QHD 60 fps gamer, Colorful has contend with concessions in several key areas in order to keep the official price under $1,000.

Creative gaming concept. The Finals brings a breath of fresh air to the multiplayer shooter genre. We have taken a look at the tech and graphics requirements of this exciting game.

An RTX 3080 Ti for US$1,500. Aorus has made use of a last-gen CPU and GPU in order to market the ex-flagship RTX 3080 Ti for a price of only US$1,500. In turn, the laptop's case and connectivity are actually quite modern. Will you have to make any further compromises for the price, or is the Aorus YE5 a real high-end hidden gem for money savers?

Loud and proud. The Geekom Mini IT13 is the latest SFF desktop from Geekom. It sports powerful 13th Gen Intel Core processors, all the way up to an Intel Core i9-13900H. While the desktop packs a wallop, the high-end CPU requires the fan to consistently spin at high (and loud) speeds.

CPU, GPU and now NPU At least since the Pixel 6, co-processors for AI applications have found their way onto smartphones. Now the neural network accelerators can also be found on Windows laptops such as the Acer Swift Go 14 with the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H. This is one of the first laptop processors with an NPU.

Core i7 is now Core Ultra 7. Intel drops the familiar naming scheme for the new Meteor Lake generation and the latest mobile processors are called Core Ultra from now on. Intel promises a big performance increase for the new Arc GPU as well as increased efficiency, which we tested.
Update: NPU Performance and power consumption during AI benchmarks

The Reader. The InkPad Color 3 has an e-ink color display and supports borrowing e-books from libraries. Thanks to the speaker and Bluetooth you can also play audiobooks. However, the proprietary software makes the e-reader somewhat inflexible.

Similar gaming performance to Apple M3 Pro. RDNA2 isn't necessarily bad for an entry-level Radeon GPU, but it's getting long in the tooth and difficult to recommend at such a high $1600+ price tag. The fast Ryzen 9 Pro Zen 4 CPU and 4K OLED touchscreen are otherwise highlights for the ThinkPad Z16 Gen 2 model.

Compact and practical? At just 7 inches, the Onyx Boox Page is a very handy e-reader that uses Android as its operating system. Reading on the display is really fun, but can you also use other apps on a black and white display with a slow response time?

Office worker. HP's business laptop boasts low emissions, long runtimes, two RAM slots and nice input devices. Thanks to its GeForce RTX 2050, the device is also equipped for GPU-demanding tasks. Prices begin from about US$750.

The biggest step since the M1. Apple has made big changes to its new M3 Pro and M3 Max chips and for the first time, the the M3 Max not only offers considerably more GPU performance compared to the M3 Pro, but it also features a much faster CPU. This is in part due to its new core configuration. But what does the new SoC's efficiency look like?

Powerful gaming cube! With the Tank 03, Acemagic offers a very special mini PC in its portfolio that stands out with a huge performance packed into the smallest amount of space. At least, this is what is promised by the technical specifications. Find out in this review, what the Intel Core i9-12900H in combination with the Nvidia GeForce RTX-3080 Laptop GPU can do in practice. As a special feature, the mini PC also offers three different performance profiles that we also examine in detail.

One manufacturer has to make major improvements. Current flagship smartphones not only have to impress with their photo quality — but their video quality is just as important. In this test featuring the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, Xiaomi 13 Ultra and the Google Pixel 8 Pro, you can find out which high-end phone came out on top.

Fast for cheap. Users who want a Core i9 mini PC for little money will find the NucBox M4 to be a competent option. However, at almost three years old, the 11th gen CPU is getting long in the tooth compared to newer Core i7 or Ryzen 7 options.

A feast for the eyes. Released in December, Avatar Frontiers of Pandora has turned out to be one of the nicest-looking games to have come out this year. In our benchmark check, we have analyzed whether the game's system requirements are correspondingly high.

For more than just reading. Of course, you can read books in color on the Onyx Boox Tab Ultra C Pro, but you can also do so much more than that: Thanks to pen input, you can draw or take notes, thanks to the Android system, you can run apps, and you can even take pictures. But there are also some limitations ...

Better with Intel outside. The HP Pavilion Plus 14 powered by the Intel Core i7-1355U brings with it the same niceties found in the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U variant including the 2.8K IMAX Enhanced OLED display and 5 MP webcam while also adding a Thunderbolt 4 port. The similarities end there, however, and our review finds out that the performance disparity between the Intel and AMD variants is night and day.

Mobile 3D accelerator! Many popular handhelds and mini-PCs have very limited 3D capabilities due to the fact they are only equipped with an iGPU. This is where GPD comes in with their G1 eGPU. A USB4 port or OcuLink interface is required to use this device. The GPD G1 features an AMD Radeon RX 7600M XT graphics card. We have extensively tested the device with both connection options and analysed its performance.

Apple has released the MacBook Pro 14 with a slimmed-down M3 Pro SoC and compared to its M2 predecessor, it costs about US$100 more. In turn, you get more CPU performance, a brighter display in SDR use and considerably longer runtimes.

For professionals and gamers. The Thinkpad P1 G6 features hardware commonly found on gaming laptops such as the GeForce RTX 4080 GPU and a liquid metal thermal interface, but everything is wrapped in a professional aesthetic fit for executive environments.

A bit ultra. The Watch Series 9 boasts a huge upgrade over the Series 8. At 2000 nits, its display as bright as the Watch Ultra 2022. The battery life is likewise comparable to the Ultra model. Our testing reveals what other changes Apple has made to the wristwatch.

Business class. Lenovo's business notebook generates less noise and heat, has a long battery life, and includes an inbuilt LTE modem. It has two RAM slots in addition to a Ryzen 7 APU, which provides enough computational capability. The starting price is around $900.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.