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Oct 17, 2020
Huawei Watch Fit or Honor Watch ES? The smartwatch review shows more differences than expected

Huawei Watch Fit or Honor Watch ES? The smartwatch review shows more differences than expected

I want to ride my bicycle, I want to ride my bike. Who expects something like that? The Honor Watch ES supports outdoor cycling only when connected to a smartphone from Honor or Huawei. We discovered even more curiosities - but also took a look at the new fitness workout that makes the two wearables something special throughout the company.
Inge Schwabe, 17 Oct 2020 00:19
Oct 16, 2020
Zhiyun Smooth Xs Hands-On: Compact, inexpensive smartphone gimbal with an integrated selfie stick

Zhiyun Smooth Xs Hands-On: Compact, inexpensive smartphone gimbal with an integrated selfie stick

Gimbal or electronic stabilizer? The smartphone gimbal Zhiyun Smooth Xs promises wobble-free video recording and, despite its only 2-axis stabilization, is being promoted as a low-cost alternative to the 3-axis gimbal DJI OM 4. In our Hands-On we check the promise of smooth camera movements and test what the software behind it is capable of.
Christian Hintze, 16 Oct 2020 13:10
Review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7

90% Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Tablet Review - Doubtlessly the best 11-inch Android tablet

Even better than the Galaxy Tab S7 Plus! When compared directly to its larger sibling Galaxy Tab S7+, the Galaxy Tab S7 looks like a second-rate tablet. However, in reality, the Galaxy Tab S7 is actually a very impressive tablet and is better than its larger sibling. Read our review to find out why.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ (Plus) | Qualcomm Adreno 650 | 11.00" | 500 g
Marcus Herbrich, 16 Oct 2020 04:31
Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite Review - Smartphone with much sacrifice for little money

75% Motorola Moto G8 Power Lite Review - Smartphone with much sacrifice for little money

Milkmaid's calculation. The Moto G8 Power Lite wants to convince by a 6.5 inch measuring display and 5,000 mAh strong battery. The Lite is in the name program and means cutbacks in all ranges. For whom the Smartphone can be nevertheless an alternative, clarifies our test.
Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.50" | 200 g
Daniel Schmidt, 16 Oct 2020 03:59
Sony Xperia L4

75% Sony Xperia L4 smartphone Review - 2020 smartphone with 2018 android

Outside hui, inside old. If you don't want an 0815 cell phone design, Sony has always been a good choice. With its angular appearance, even a cheap smartphone like the Xperia L4 is pleasantly different from its competitors. If only the software was not...
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.20" | 178 g
Florian Schmitt, 16 Oct 2020 03:46
Oppo Enco W31 headphones Review - The design makes the difference

Oppo Enco W31 headphones Review - The design makes the difference

Enco In-Ears. The Oppo Enco Free True-Wireless headphones convince on the datasheet with a good overall package at a price of less than 80 Euros (~$94). Our test clarifies how big the differences to the more expensive Enco Free model are and whether it's worth spending more money.
Daniel Schmidt, 16 Oct 2020 02:53
Huami Zepp E Review: Huami's new noble smartwatch in two design variants

Huami Zepp E Review: Huami's new noble smartwatch in two design variants

Peeled from the egg. Huami has grown. Two years after the takeover of the multisport sensor company Zepp, the Group is establishing a new wearables brand under this name. The first product is a chic smartwatch. In our test, the Zepp E makes a good impression. But it does not justify its high price.
1.28" | 32 g
Inge Schwabe, 16 Oct 2020 02:50
Oct 15, 2020
Poco X3 NFC smartphone - Equipment champion in the mid-range

82% Poco X3 NFC smartphone - Equipment champion in the mid-range

Price killer! With the Poco X3, Xiaomi showers us with specs: a 120-Hz display, a Snapdragon 732G, up to 128 GB of UFS storage, a huge battery, and all that for less than 230 Euros (~$272). So why spend more?!
Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | Qualcomm Adreno 618 | 6.67" | 215 g
Daniel Schmidt, 15 Oct 2020 20:05
Asus Zenbook S UX393JA Laptop Review: The Microsoft Surface Alternative

85% Asus Zenbook S UX393JA Laptop Review: The Microsoft Surface Alternative

3:2 all the way. The ZenBook S series is moving away from the standard 16:9 aspect ratio to the more office-friendly 3:2. Results are impressive and definitely worth a look if you were considering a Surface, XPS, or MateBook in the near future.
Intel Core i7-1065G7 | Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) | 13.90" | 1.4 kg
Allen Ngo, 15 Oct 2020 18:06
MSI Creator 15 A10SF

85% MSI Creator 15 Laptop Review: A bright 4K display for Content Creators

99-Wh battery. The MSI Creator 15 is directed at creative users but might also be interesting for gamers. The RTX GPU plus two RAID SSDs provide sufficient speed and graphics performance for it. Find out what kind of performance you can expect from this combination with Intel's Core i7-10875H and 16 GB of RAM in our review.
Intel Core i7-10875H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q | 15.60" | 1.9 kg
Mike Wobker, 15 Oct 2020 15:00
Schenker XMG Ultra 17

85% Schenker XMG Ultra 17 (Clevo X170SM-G) laptop review: Power without end

Premium performance at a luxury price. For those who don't want to make any technical compromises, the Schenker XMG Ultra 17 is the right laptop or, more precisely, desktop replacement. The gigantic 17-incher is powered by a desktop CPU and Nvidia's fastest laptop chips. You can find out whether the high cost is worth it in our review.
Intel Core i9-10900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile | 17.30" | 4.7 kg
Florian Glaser, 15 Oct 2020 01:55
Oct 14, 2020
Samsung Galaxy Book Ion Aura Silver Laptop Review: Great 15-inch Ultrabook with driver issues

82% Samsung Galaxy Book Ion Aura Silver Laptop Review: Great 15-inch Ultrabook with driver issues

A great problem child. After its 13-inch Modell Samsung has now introduced a 15-inch version of its ultra light-weight Ion laptop. We took a look at it to find out whether the larger model has the same issues as its smaller brother (loud fans) and whether the Galaxy Book Ion really can be considered a decent alternative to the ultra light-weight LG Gram.
Intel Core i7-10510U | NVIDIA GeForce MX250 | 15.60" | 1.3 kg
Christian Hintze, 14 Oct 2020 16:28
Asus Zephyrus M15 GU502LU vs. GU502LW: What's The Difference?

82% Asus Zephyrus M15 GU502LU vs. GU502LW: What's The Difference?

Turbo Mode and Performance Mode. Turbo mode makes all the difference if you're looking to maximize performance out of either machine. We go over what users can expect from Asus' mid-range gaming series.
Intel Core i7-10750H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile | 15.60" | 2 kg
Allen Ngo, 14 Oct 2020 06:06
MSI GF75 Thin 10SDR

80% MSI GF75 Thin 10SDR Laptop Review: For Budget Gamers

Budget gamer. According to MSI the GF75 10SDR-253 might become one of this holiday seasons's best-selling notebooks. You get a six-core CPU, a 144 Hz panel, and a GeForce GTX 1660 Ti for less than $1,200. Naturally, we had to take a closer look at this price-performance champ.
Intel Core i7-10750H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile | 17.30" | 2.2 kg
Florian Glaser, 14 Oct 2020 04:13
Oct 13, 2020
ZTE Axon 11 5G

84% ZTE Axon 11 5G Review: Affordable 5G smartphone

Slim and light. With the Axon 11 5G, ZTE relies on the name of the smartphone it already released. However, a look at the specifications sheet reveals that these are completely different smartphones, even if you take the 5G modem out of the equation. Read our review to learn what the ZTE Axon 11 5G has to offer.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Adreno 620 | 6.47" | 168 g
Mike Wobker, 13 Oct 2020 20:57
Mafia Definitive Edition Notebook and Desktop Benchmarks

Mafia Definitive Edition Notebook and Desktop Benchmarks

Pure nostalgia. This is how a remake works: After the Definitive Edition of Mafia II was only able to convince players and the press to a limited extent, the remake of the first part mainly earns praise. This article is mostly dedicated to the technology and hardware requirements of the action classic.
Florian Glaser, 13 Oct 2020 15:56
Huawei MatePad 10.4 Tablet Review: An all-rounder without Google

85% Huawei MatePad 10.4 Tablet Review: An all-rounder without Google

The joy of missing out. The Huawei MatePad 10.4 is affordable but still has quite something to offer. An octa-core SoC, up to 64 GB of storage, 4 speakers and optional extras such as LTE support and a digital input pen make the 10.4-inch tablet a real all-rounder for multimedia, games and surfing the web. Google services are the only thing that is missing to make this package complete.
HiSilicon Kirin 810 | ARM Mali-G52 MP6 | 10.40" | 460 g
Manuel Masiero, 13 Oct 2020 15:42
Asus ROG Strix G17 G712LWS in review: Powerful gaming machine with integrated light show

83% Asus ROG Strix G17 G712LWS in review: Powerful gaming machine with integrated light show

Let there be light. The Strix G17 doesn't lower its guard and displays all modern games smoothly on the matte screen (IPS, Full HD, 144 Hz). The individually configurable LED bar on the bottom brings color into play. The laptop offers space for up to three M.2 SSDs.
Intel Core i7-10750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile | 17.30" | 2.8 kg
Sascha Mölck, 13 Oct 2020 02:49
Oct 12, 2020
Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-54 Review: GPU overclocking with a press of a button

84% Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-54 Review: GPU overclocking with a press of a button

Turbo Boost. The Predator Helios 300 can run all current games smoothly. It features a 17.3-inch 144-Hz Full HD screen. Users can install up to three storage devices in the Acer laptop.
Intel Core i7-10750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile | 17.30" | 2.8 kg
Sascha Mölck, 12 Oct 2020 13:42
Polar Grit X in test: Robust and light, multisport watch with Komoot integration and long running time

Polar Grit X in test: Robust and light, multisport watch with Komoot integration and long running time

Wolf in sheep's clothing. Our test device in white looks almost dainty - yet the Polar Grit X is a robust, military standard tested sports watch for almost all sports including triathlon. And it is the only Polar watch with a connection to Komoot at the time of testing.
1.20" | 44 g
Inge Schwabe, 12 Oct 2020 12:46
Oct 11, 2020
Motorola Moto G9 Play Smartphone

78% Motorola Moto G9 Play Smartphone Review - Affordable Performance

Back in the game. With the Moto G9 Play, Motorola brings a new edition of its affordable mid-range cell phone and returns to the traditional naming schma A large battery and a triple camera are supposed to set the Moto G9 Play apart from the competition. Let's see if that works.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 662 | Qualcomm Adreno 610 | 6.50" | 200 g
Florian Schmitt, 11 Oct 2020 17:33
Oct 10, 2020
Aorus 5 KB

84% Aorus 5 KB laptop in review: Gigabyte builds upon Clevo barebone with the RTX 2060

With potential for upgrades. With the Aorus 5 KB, Gigabyte has gone with a barebone case from Clevo. This has some advantages like a replaceable battery and very good maintenance options. In our review we'll clarify how well this ultimately works with the hardware installed and the performance that can be expected.
Intel Core i7-10750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile | 15.60" | 2.1 kg
Mike Wobker, 10 Oct 2020 05:25
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Laptop Review: Unique E-Ink Display Meets Average Hardware

87% Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Laptop Review: Unique E-Ink Display Meets Average Hardware

One-trick pony. When it was first announced the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus caused a bit of a sensation. After all, laptops equipped with e-ink displays are certainly unique and special. We were thus very keen to find out how useful this feature really was. Too bad the rest of the Lenovo laptop behind the e-ink display wasn't anything to write home about.
Intel Core i7-10510U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 13.30" | 1.4 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 10 Oct 2020 04:07
Oct 9, 2020
Dell Precision 3551 Laptop Review: Intel Core i9-10885H Debut

81% Dell Precision 3551 Laptop Review: Intel Core i9-10885H Debut

Affordable Core i9 workstation. The Precision 3551 is one of the least expensive mobile workstations you can find with a vPro-enabled 10th gen Intel Core i9 CPU. Ports and features are commendable so long as you're okay with the dull visual design.
Intel Core i9-10885H | NVIDIA Quadro P620 | 15.60" | 2.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 09 Oct 2020 21:38
Oct 8, 2020
Samsung Galaxy M51

81% Samsung Galaxy M51 Smartphone Review – Large in the mid-range

Huge battery equals huge fun? The Samsung Galaxy M51 is a large mid-range smartphone with a huge 7000-mAh battery. Interestingly, it still does not appear too bulky. So is this a hot tip for those who like a long battery life?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 | Qualcomm Adreno 618 | 6.70" | 213 g
Florian Schmitt, 08 Oct 2020 19:29
Aorus 7 KB in review: Well-rounded gaming laptop with upgrade options

82% Aorus 7 KB in review: Well-rounded gaming laptop with upgrade options

No frills. With the Aorus 7 KB, Gigabyte delivers a 17.3-inch gaming laptop that brings all modern computer games smoothly onto the matte screen (Full HD, IPS, 144 Hz). The device offers space for up to three storage devices.
Intel Core i7-10750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile | 17.30" | 2.5 kg
Sascha Mölck, 08 Oct 2020 05:10
Oct 6, 2020
Vivo X50 Pro Smartphone review

84% Vivo X50 Pro Smartphone Review - Does the "revolutionary" gimbal camera make a difference?

For trembling hands. The Vivo X50 Pro's highlight and unique selling point is its gimbal camera system that is supposed to stabilize video recordings much better than a traditional OIS. Find out whether the gimbal-like camera in Vivo's latest smartphone offers a real benefit or whether it is nothing but marketing in our review.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Adreno 620 | 6.56" | 181.5 g
Marcus Herbrich, 06 Oct 2020 22:29
Review of the CAT S62 Pro

78% The CAT S62 Pro Rugged Smartphone Review: Robustness burdened by big compromises

Perdurable. The S62 Pro from CAT is intended for professional use. The flagship smartphone from the S6x series offers the highest IP rating and an integrated thermal camera, which features the most advanced sensor yet. As of writing this review, no other smartphone offers such a sensor. Read our extensive review before you decide whether or not you should buy the CAT S62 Pro.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 | Qualcomm Adreno 512 | 5.70" | 248 g
Marcus Herbrich, 06 Oct 2020 12:46
Oct 5, 2020
MSI GT76 Titan DT 10SGS Laptop Review: Late Game Exotic Gear

87% MSI GT76 Titan DT 10SGS Laptop Review: Late Game Exotic Gear

4500 dollars of pure power. Picking up that yellow or orange drop after defeating a late game boss is always exciting. Getting that perfect stat roll might even be worth showing off. The MSI GT76 Titan has the specs and performance of an exotic drop that gamers are always grinding after.
Intel Core i9-10900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile | 17.30" | 4.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 05 Oct 2020 22:26
Oct 3, 2020
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga 20SX0004GE

88% Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Yoga in review: Extensively equipped business convertible

Refreshed Intel hardware. Like its predecessor, the ThinkPad X13 Yoga also has that familiar sober design. While the look remains the same, the interior is now equipped with the latest hardware from Intel. Our review shows what this hardware is capable of.
Intel Core i7-10510U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 13.30" | 1.3 kg
Mike Wobker, 03 Oct 2020 21:12
EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1200 PRO LED touch display up close (Source: Own)

EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1200 PRO hands-on: Innovative touch controls, no software, excellent sound

Absolutely no software companion and a touch display to control its features. How well can this piece of hardware get the job done and is it worth the price tag of almost US$250? These are the two essential questions that we have to answer in today's hands-on review of the EPOS | Sennheiser GSX 1200 PRO USB DAC/headphone amplifier.
Codrut Nistor, 03 Oct 2020 17:00
Walmart Gateway Creator Series 15 Laptop Review: GeForce RTX 2060 For Under $1000 USD

82% Walmart Gateway Creator Series 15 Laptop Review: GeForce RTX 2060 For Under $1000 USD

So cheap, what's the catch? It's one of the cheapest gaming laptops you can find with the GeForce RTX 2060 at the moment, but don't hop onboard just yet. The 8 GB of single-channel RAM and small 256 GB NVMe SSD might hinder your experience.
Intel Core i5-10300H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile | 15.60" | 2 kg
Allen Ngo, 03 Oct 2020 01:36
Oct 2, 2020
Samsung Galaxy Note20 Review - Not always better than the Note10

88% Samsung Galaxy Note20 Review - Not always better than the Note10

Dimmed. The Samsung Galaxy Note20 is more than $300 less than the Ultra model. Looking at the specs sheet we can spot a few cut corners, but it is not immediately clear whether or not the more expensive Note20 is really worth its premium or, more importantly, whether the Note20 worth switching to from the Note10.
Samsung Exynos 990 | ARM Mali-G77 MP11 | 6.70" | 192 g
Daniel Schmidt, 02 Oct 2020 23:47
Xiaomi Redmi 10X 5G smartphone

84% Xiaomi Redmi 10X 5G Smartphone Review - Faster than a Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra?

Dual 5G support for 200 Euros (~$233). The Redmi 10X is an affordable mid-range smartphone that scores with a beautiful AMOLED panel and the fast MediaTek Dimensity 820 processor. We were positively surprised by the reliable speed of the optical in-display fingerprint sensor, which is excellent for this price range and whose response isn't really any slower than the ultra-sound solution in the Samsung Galaxy S20 smartphones.
MediaTek Dimensity 820 | ARM Mali-G57 MP5 | 6.57" | 208 g
Marcus Herbrich, 02 Oct 2020 22:30
Serious Sam 4

Serious Sam 4 Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Old-school charm, but technically half-baked Fans of the Serious Sam series are finally getting their money's worth again, almost ten years after the third chapter - Flaky shooting fun against gigantic hordes of crazy creatures. Unfortunately, developer Croteam, in all in the excitement, forgot to optimise the engine.
Florian Glaser, 02 Oct 2020 13:45
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus Review - Finally a great Android tablet

88% Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 Plus Review - Finally a great Android tablet

Competition for the iPad Pro. Because Samsung has not released any tablets with a screen larger than 11 inches for a very long time, we are quite happy to see the Galaxy Tab S7+, which features a top-tier SoC. Read our review to learn if there are any other surprises.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ (Plus) | Qualcomm Adreno 650 | 12.40" | 575 g
Daniel Schmidt, 02 Oct 2020 11:45
HP Pavilion Gaming 15 in review: Inexpensive gaming laptop with a lot of power under the hood

81% HP Pavilion Gaming 15 in review: Inexpensive gaming laptop with a lot of power under the hood

Full throttle. The Pavilion's hardware (Ryzen 7 4800H, GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q) brings all modern computer games smoothly onto the 15.6-inch matte screen (IPS, Full HD, 144 Hz). The latter scores points with fast response times and good color reproduction. This is complemented by an NVMe SSD and 16 GB of RAM (dual-channel mode).
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q | 15.60" | 2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 02 Oct 2020 01:50
Oct 1, 2020
Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro review: Optimized design and improved software, but hardly any hardware changes.

Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro review: Optimized design and improved software, but hardly any hardware changes.

Noble, helpful, and good. In terms of aesthetics, Huawei raises the bar even higher. With titanium and ceramics, the Huawei Watch GT 2 Pro also distances itself from its subsidiary Honor's smartwatch, the Honor. Both have increased functionality compared to their predecessors, and they have both had "Pro" added to their names. That being said, there does not seem to be any new hardware. Is Huawei saving something for a real version jump?
Huawei Kirin A1 | 1.39" | 52 g
Inge Schwabe, 01 Oct 2020 21:14
Sep 30, 2020
Asus ROG Zephyrus M15 GU502L in review: Compact gaming notebook with Turbo reserves

83% Asus ROG Zephyrus M15 GU502L in review: Compact gaming notebook with Turbo reserves

2 kg gamer. The Zephyrus M15's main components bring all the latest computer games smoothly to the 15.6-inch matte screen (4k, IPS, Pantone certified). The rest of the interior is equally good: 2x NVMe-SSD (RAID 0), 16 GB RAM (dual channel), Thunderbolt 3.
Intel Core i7-10750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q | 15.60" | 2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 30 Sep 2020 16:49
Asus ZenBook 14 UX425E Review: 11th Gen Core i7 "Tiger Lake" Debut

84% Asus ZenBook 14 UX425E Review: 11th Gen Core i7 "Tiger Lake" Debut

Intel's zen moment. Asus will be one of the first major OEMs to launch a family of Tiger Lake laptop this October. We test the upcoming ZenBook 14 UX425EA equipped with the Core i7-1165G7 to see how it compares to the rising popularity of AMD Ryzen alternatives.
Intel Core i7-1165G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 14.00" | 1.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 30 Sep 2020 15:06
Acer Swift 5 Sneak Peek Preview: Tiger Lake iGPU attacks Entry-Level GeForce

Acer Swift 5 Sneak Peek Preview: Tiger Lake iGPU attacks Entry-Level GeForce

Does the Iris Graphics Xe wipe the floor with MX350 and Vega 7? Despite limited cooling capabilities in a merely 15 mm thin case Acer's Swift 5 featuring Intel's latest Tiger Lake CPU seems to be a giant leap forwards when compared to Intel's 10th gen processor. Even more importantly GPU performance seems to be in a whole different league. Laptops with dedicated entry-level GPUs will have to take note.
Intel Core i7-1165G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 14.00" | 1 kg
Sebastian Jentsch, 30 Sep 2020 15:00
Asus ZenBook Flip S UX371 Review - Compact Convertible with Tiger Lake and OLED

86% Asus ZenBook Flip S UX371 Review - Compact Convertible with Tiger Lake and OLED

Tiger Lake meets OLED. Intel's Tiger Lake processors have arrived and one of the first review samples is the brand-new Asus ZenBook Flip S. We have a closer look at the compact convertible with the OLED touchscreen. The graphics performance is increased, but the OLED screen consumes a lot of power.
Intel Core i7-1165G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 13.30" | 1.2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 30 Sep 2020 15:00
Blu G90

75% Blu G90 Smartphone Review – USA Cell Phone with Triple Camera

American newcomer. Blu phones are now also available in Europe. Reason enough for us to take a closer look at the middle class smartphone Blu G90. Will the Florida-designed phone with triple camera and narrow display edges convince us?
Mediatek Helio A25 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.50" | 185 g
Florian Schmitt, 30 Sep 2020 06:28
Asus ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502L

83% Asus ROG Zephyrus S15 GX502L laptop in review: Gaming laptop updated to Comet Lake

It's going to be Super now. Not only does the slim Zephyrus S15 from Asus come with improved hardware in the new edition, but it now also features a 300 Hz panel. In our review, we'll clarify how well this works in combination with the built-in Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super.
Intel Core i7-10875H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile | 15.60" | 2.1 kg
Mike Wobker, 30 Sep 2020 02:34
Like a Dell XPS 17, But Worse: LG Ultra 17 Laptop Review

83% Like a Dell XPS 17, But Worse: LG Ultra 17 Laptop Review

Ultra mediocre. Do you want to spend $1400 USD for a 17-inch laptop with slow Core i5 performance, no AdobeRGB coverage, and no Thunderbolt 3? This overpriced LG Ultra 17 is unique but in all the wrong ways.
Intel Core i5-10210U | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile | 17.00" | 2 kg
Allen Ngo, 30 Sep 2020 00:58
Sep 27, 2020
Schenker XMG Core 15 (Tongfang GK5NR0O) Laptop Review: AMD gamer with a good price-performance ratio

82% Schenker XMG Core 15 (Tongfang GK5NR0O) Laptop Review: AMD gamer with a good price-performance ratio

Ryzen 7 pulls ahead. The configuration we tested costs less than 1500 Euros (~$1745) and is equipped with a powerful Ryzen 7 4800H, an Nvidia RTX 2060, a good IPS display, and a fast SSD. So what's the catch? There really isn't one, even though the XMG Core 15 is far from doing everything right. Particularly the powerful Ryzen improves our subjective impression. All the strengths and weaknesses of the Schenker in the Tongfang case are described in our detailed review.
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile | 15.60" | 2 kg
Christian Hintze, 27 Sep 2020 19:23
Sep 26, 2020
Creative Sound BlasterX G6 audio FX and headphone gain switches up close and personal (Source: Own)

Creative Sound BlasterX G6 hands-on: When awesomeness comes in a pocketable package

While there's no SXFI technology involved here, the Creative Sound BlasterX G6 has quite a few highlights that make it a very interesting USB DAC and headphone amplifier for both PCs and consoles. Today, we will try to see who can get the most out of the Sound BlasterX G6 and who should look for something different.
Codrut Nistor, 26 Sep 2020 07:42
Sep 25, 2020
Acer Enduro T1 ET108-11A A9001 Rugged Tablet Review

Acer Enduro T1 ET108-11A A9001 Rugged Tablet Review

Tough little tablet. If you just need a basic sturdy tablet with none of the bells and whistles, then the inexpensive Enduro T1 will be much thinner and lighter than expected for its rugged category.
8.00" | 499 g
Allen Ngo, 25 Sep 2020 21:36
LG K51S

76% LG K51S Smartphone Review – Too little, too late?

Faster would be appropriate. Will even an inexpensive smartphone like the LG K51S still be allowed to bring Android 9 in 2020? And is it worthwhile to buy it thanks to the quadruple camera and NFC, despite the older operating system? These are just two of the questions we want to answer in this review of the LG cell phone.
Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.55" | 195 g
Florian Schmitt, 25 Sep 2020 15:33
Microsoft Flight Simulator

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 laptop and desktop benchmarks

Beautiful and demanding. When Flight Simulator went on sale, it had to struggle with various technical problems. About a month after the official launch, we also took to the skies and checked out this hardware-hungry title.
Florian Glaser, 25 Sep 2020 01:55
Sep 24, 2020
Samsung Galaxy M21

80% Samsung Galaxy M21 Smartphone Review - Plain, but good

Should it have been less? The Samsung Galaxy M21 is a close but lower-priced relative of the Galaxy M31. It offers less storage space and a slightly cut-down camera system. However, it still features the same gigantic battery. Is the Galaxy M21 the ideal smartphone for bargain hunters? Read our review to find out.
Samsung Exynos 9611 | ARM Mali-G72 MP3 | 6.40" | 188 g
Florian Schmitt, 24 Sep 2020 23:10
Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity Review. (Image Source: Zotac)

Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity Review — Heralding the dawn of 8K gaming

Ampere's Big Kahuna. NVIDIA announced the Ampere lineup earlier this month and one card that prominently stood out was the GeForce RTX 3090. The RTX 3090 was bigger both in size and specs compared to the RTX 3080 with the promise of sailing easily through 8K workloads. In this review, we subject the Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity AiB card to our battery of benchmarks to see what the hype is all about. Right off the bat, the RTX 3090 comes across as an extremely capable card with no equal. But whom is this card really aimed at? Read on to find out.
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 24 Sep 2020 17:50
Sep 23, 2020
HP Envy x360 15 (2020) Review: Ryzen 5 with bad performance utilization

83% HP Envy x360 15 (2020) Review: Ryzen 5 with bad performance utilization

Versatile. The Envy offers a Ryzen 5 4500U APU, 16 GB of working memory (dual-channel mode), and an NVMe SSD. In addition, there is a very good battery life. Not only can the touchscreen be operated with finger input but also with an input pen that is available separately.
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 6 (Ryzen 4000/5000) | 15.60" | 2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 23 Sep 2020 18:03
Google Pixel 4a

84% Google Pixel 4a smartphone in review: It's not about the megapixels

Super camera, low price. In the past, Google's Pixel smartphones have always had a couple of aspects to be criticized for. With the Pixel 4a, however, the points of criticism have been reduced to a minimum, and a budget smartphone has been created that among other things can shine with its excellent camera.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G | Qualcomm Adreno 618 | 5.80" | 143 g
Mike Wobker, 23 Sep 2020 06:18
Sep 22, 2020
Asus ZenBook 14 UX434FL Laptop Review: ScreenPad Is Here To Stay

82% Asus ZenBook 14 UX434FL Laptop Review: ScreenPad Is Here To Stay

2 screens, 1 laptop. This Asus Ultrabook is unlike any other competing model in its size class due to its integrated secondary display. Though awesome from a conceptual standpoint, we go over some hidden drawbacks that potential owners should know about.
Intel Core i7-8565U | NVIDIA GeForce MX250 | 14.00" | 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 22 Sep 2020 20:32
Sep 20, 2020
Huawei MatePad T8 tablet

81% Huawei MatePad T8 Tablet Review - Is the 99-Euro (~$117) tablet worth it?

Has Huawei missed the memo that the current year is 2020? The Huawei MatePad T8 is a sub-100-Euro (~$118) slate. This is why certain compromises had to be made hardware-wise. If you only had the specifications sheet of the MatePad T8 in front of you, you would probably think it was a tablet from 2017, not 2020.
Mediatek MT8768 | PowerVR GE8320 | 8.00" | 310 g
Marcus Herbrich, 20 Sep 2020 20:33
HP Omen 15: Gaming laptop with good battery life

82% HP Omen 15: Gaming laptop with good battery life

Affordable entry-level device! With the Omen series, HP offers gaming laptops that are directly aimed at gamers. Not only does HP cover the high-end segment here, but it also offers attractive devices for the entry level. With the current Omen 15, we certainly have an interesting device on the market that doesn't need to hide in terms of price-performance ratio.
Intel Core i5-10300H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile | 15.60" | 2.1 kg
Sebastian Bade, 20 Sep 2020 04:38
HP EX900 Pro 1 TB NVMe SSD Benchmarked

HP EX900 Pro 1 TB NVMe SSD Benchmarked

Medium performance for a lower price. The mid-range HP EX900 Pro isn't bad by any means, but it's a little late to the party now that the faster and cheaper SK Hynix Gold P31 has already hit the market.
Allen Ngo, 20 Sep 2020 03:36
Sep 19, 2020
The PD Pioneer 65W quad-port charger. (Source: Notebookcheck)

RAVPOWER PD Pioneer 65W 4-Port GaN Tech USB C Desktop Charger hands-on review

RAVPOWER's PD Pioneer series consists of chargers based on gallium nitride (GaN) technology rather than traditional silicon. One variant offers the ability to charge four devices at once with a maximum combined output of 65 watts (W). Therefore, it is clearly meant to appeal to enthusiasts with many favoured devices all clamouring for juice. Can it match up to its convenient unique selling point?
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Sep 2020 21:13
HP EliteBook 830 G7 Laptop Review: Premium for the Mainstream

89% HP EliteBook 830 G7 Laptop Review: Premium for the Mainstream

Now with a new chassis. Unlike the jump from the EliteBook 830 G5 to the 830 G6, the 830 G7 brings significant visual updates including reduced bezels for a sleeker and more portable look.
Intel Core i7-10810U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 13.30" | 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 19 Sep 2020 19:57
Sep 18, 2020
Sony Xperia 1 II

85% Sony Xperia 1 II Smartphone Review: The Alpha-camera flagship

Better images with professional software. The Sony Xperia 1 II comes with the Cinema Pro application, which we already saw in other smartphones from Sony, and a new special camera application. It brings features found in Sony’s DSLR cameras to the Xperia 1 II, which should make photography enthusiasts particularly excited. Read our review to learn whether or not the 1200-Euro (~$1420) smartphone provides enough value in day-to-day use to justify its price tag.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Adreno 650 | 6.50" | 181.4 g
Mike Wobker, 18 Sep 2020 13:52
HP ProBook x360 435 G7 laptop review: AMD Ryzen also shines in the business convertible

87% HP ProBook x360 435 G7 laptop review: AMD Ryzen also shines in the business convertible

2-in-1 powered by Renoir. If the Ryzen 4000 series is already found in regular business laptops, why not in convertibles too? HP probably thought of that when they developed the ProBook x360 435 G7. The result: A convertible laptop that is faster than the competition and that easily outperforms even much more expensive HP EliteBooks.
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 6 (Ryzen 4000/5000) | 13.30" | 1.4 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 18 Sep 2020 04:17
Sep 17, 2020
Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 smartphone

80% Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Smartphone Review - The better Redmi 9 with a 64-MP quad cam

Small differences with large effects. On paper, the Redmi Note 9 is a slightly improved version of its Redmi 9 sibling. However, these small improvements in the spec sheet manifest in noticeable differences in everyday operation. Find out below how the Xiaomi smartphone fares in our test.
Mediatek Helio G85 | ARM Mali-G52 MP2 | 6.53" | 199 g
Marcus Herbrich, 17 Sep 2020 18:27
Intel Core i7-1185G7 in Review - First Tiger Lake Benchmarks

Intel Core i7-1185G7 in Review - First Tiger Lake Benchmarks

Tiger Lake vs. Renoir Intel gave us the opportunity to check the new high-end CPU for slim notebooks. Intel's new Tiger Lake chip uses a new and more powerful integrated graphics card, so the gap to AMD can be closed. We have a closer look at a development laptop from Intel and test the capabilities of the new chip in numerous benchmarks and with different TDP configurations.
Intel Core i7-1185G7 | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 14.00"
Klaus Hinum, 17 Sep 2020 15:00
Sep 16, 2020
Oppo A52 Smartphone Review: cheaper, but not much weaker than its bigger brother A72

77% Oppo A52 Smartphone Review: cheaper, but not much weaker than its bigger brother A72

Price and performance. After the release of the A91, Oppo expanded its A series with the A72 and the 50-Euro (~$59) cheaper A52, both of which look identical at first glance. In our review, we examine the differences between the A72 and the A52 to find out whether the price cut offered by the A52 is worth it.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | Qualcomm Adreno 610 | 6.50" | 192 g
Inge Schwabe, 16 Sep 2020 11:50
Acer Aspire 3 A317-51G in review: 17.3-inch all-rounder offers 2 TB of storage space

76% Acer Aspire 3 A317-51G in review: 17.3-inch all-rounder offers 2 TB of storage space

Data graveyard. The Aspire 3 is a 17.3-inch laptop for the desk at home. The device scores points with a Comet Lake quad-core processor, a GeForce graphics core, and lots of storage capacity.
Intel Core i7-10510U | NVIDIA GeForce MX250 | 17.30" | 2.8 kg
Sascha Mölck, 16 Sep 2020 05:04
Sep 15, 2020
GMK NucBox K1 vs. Chuwi LarkBox Mini PC Review: Two Birds of a Feather

GMK NucBox K1 vs. Chuwi LarkBox Mini PC Review: Two Birds of a Feather

Unreliable. On paper, the GMK mini PC has the better processor with more RAM, more storage, and faster Wi-Fi than the Chuwi equivalent. Unfortunately, our pre-production unit doesn't always work as intended.
Intel Celeron J4125 | Intel UHD Graphics 600 | 130 g
Allen Ngo, 15 Sep 2020 18:29
LG K61

74% LG K61 smartphone review - This LG cell phone is too old-fashioned

With old operating system to new successes? The LG K61 looks chic, but comes with Android 9 and a rather slow processor for its price range. But maybe the LG phone can surprise us? You can read more in the review.
Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.53" | 191 g
Florian Schmitt, 15 Sep 2020 11:53
Sep 14, 2020
Valorant laptop and desktop benchmarks

Valorant laptop and desktop benchmarks

Overwatch meets CS:GO. The multiplayer shooter Valorant combines well-known elements from other genre representatives to a round mix. Matching the relatively weak optics, the hardware requirements are also very low.
Florian Glaser, 14 Sep 2020 22:58
Dell G3 15 3500-G4DG2

82% Dell G3 15 3500 laptop in review: Robust gaming notebook with 144 Hz screen

Room for two SSDs. The Dell G3 15 is a classic gaming notebook with a massive appearance and a fair amount of performance. Inside you'll find gaming-capable hardware, the heart of which is an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060. In our review, we show what the laptop from Dell has to offer for everyday use.
Intel Core i7-10750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile | 15.60" | 2.3 kg
Mike Wobker, 14 Sep 2020 22:58
Chuwi GemiBook CWI528 Laptop Review: Full sRGB Coverage For $300 USD

74% Chuwi GemiBook CWI528 Laptop Review: Full sRGB Coverage For $300 USD

Great display in a janky chassis. The 13-inch Chuwi GemiBook offers the best 3:2 display you can find in this price range. Unfortunately, that nice display comes at the cost of subpar processor performance and an unreliable keyboard.
Intel Celeron J4115 | Intel UHD Graphics 600 | 13.00" | 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 14 Sep 2020 20:30
Xiaomi Redmi 9 smartphone review

78% Xiaomi Redmi 9 Smartphone Review- Upmarket package at a bargain price

130-Euro (~$154) price-to-performance champion with a Full HD screen. The 130-Euro (~$154) Redmi 9 offers a quad-camera system, NFC module, 3.5-mm headphone jack, dual SIM functionality, fast-charging and a 5020-mAh battery. It is hard to believe that such a cheap device can offer such a complete package, but the Redmi 9 actually does. Read our review to learn whether the smartphone proves to be as impressive as its specifications sheet in day-to-day use.
Mediatek Helio G80 | ARM Mali-G52 MP2 | 6.53" | 198 g
Marcus Herbrich, 14 Sep 2020 18:16
Sep 13, 2020
Asus VivoBook 15 K571LI Laptop Review: Gaming Multimedia Hybrid

79% Asus VivoBook 15 K571LI Laptop Review: Gaming Multimedia Hybrid

Part gamer, part multimedia workhorse. It's the most powerful version of the VivoBook 15 you can get at the moment, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's the best. This GeForce GTX-powered laptop is set back by its average battery life and colors.
Intel Core i7-10750H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Mobile | 15.60" | 2.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 13 Sep 2020 21:54
Sep 12, 2020
Schenker Key 15 (Clevo PC50DN2) in review: A lot of performance in a slim, compact case

85% Schenker Key 15 (Clevo PC50DN2) in review: A lot of performance in a slim, compact case

Light gaming powerhouse. Thanks to its powerful hardware, the soberly designed Schenker Key 15 brings all the latest computer games smoothly onto the matte 15.6-inch screen (Full HD, IPS, 144 Hz). The device can be individually customized to your own needs. In addition, the BIOS enables the undervolting of the CPU and iGPU.
Intel Core i7-10875H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super Max-Q | 15.60" | 2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 12 Sep 2020 05:36
Sep 11, 2020
The VAVA 12-in-1 docking station. (Source: Notebookcheck)

VAVA USB type C 12-in-1 Docking Station hands-on review

VAVA is a new RAVPOWER brand for this OEM's home- and work-related accessories. They include a range of docks or hubs for USB type C-only laptops. This 12-in-1 variant offers up to 8 different types of I/O or utility to devices such as MacBooks. Can it deliver on these claims when connected to a high-powered gaming ultrabook?
Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Sep 2020 14:40
Sep 10, 2020
Motorola Edge Plus

86% Motorola Edge Plus Smartphone Review – High-End Again at Last

The challenger. Cheap no more! The Edge Plus is Motorola's attempt to compete with the best of the best the smartphone market has to offer. An assertive price and decent connectivity may look good on paper, however they are nothing out of the ordinary. But is it enough to go head to head with Samsung and Apple?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Adreno 650 | 6.70" | 203 g
Florian Schmitt, 10 Sep 2020 22:52
Asus VivoBook 17 F712FA Review: Lackluster 17.3-inch laptop for home

77% Asus VivoBook 17 F712FA Review: Lackluster 17.3-inch laptop for home

Compact office. The VivoBook scores with a Core i5 processor, 8 GB of working memory (dual-channel mode), and an NVMe SSD. Asus did some cost-cutting in terms of the battery, which only offers a capacity of 32 Wh.
Intel Core i5-10210U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 17.30" | 2.3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 10 Sep 2020 17:36
AMD Ryzen 7 4800HS Debut: Asus Zephyrus G15 GA502IU Laptop Review

81% AMD Ryzen 7 4800HS Debut: Asus Zephyrus G15 GA502IU Laptop Review

Beating Core i9 with less power. Even the slowest mobile Ryzen 7 H-series Renoir CPU is able outperform most laptops running on the latest 10th gen Core i7 Comet Lake-H CPU. Though raw CPU performance is excellent, the $1300 asking for price of the Zephyrus G15 is a bit high considering the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q GPU.
AMD Ryzen 7 4800HS | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q | 15.60" | 2.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 10 Sep 2020 09:22
Sep 9, 2020
Oppo Watch Review: Looks like Apple, ticks like Google

Oppo Watch Review: Looks like Apple, ticks like Google

Nice try. Oppo’s first smartwatch is just as angular as the Apple Watch. It runs Google’s Wear OS. There is also a model with Oppo’s proprietary ColorOS. Moreover, Oppo offers two SoCs with a different TDP.
Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 | 1.60" | 29.7 g
Inge Schwabe, 09 Sep 2020 10:32
Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook 10 tablet review

80% Lenovo IdeaPad Duet Chromebook 10 tablet review

Chrome-tablet hybrid. As a Chromebook convertible, the Duet wants to replace laptops and tablets in the budget entry-level segment. The following review will reveal the limitations that users have to put up with.
Mediatek Helio P60T | ARM Mali-G72 MP3 | 10.10" | 920 g
Klaus Hinum, 09 Sep 2020 05:02
Sep 8, 2020
Dell Precision 5750 Workstation Review: The XPS 17 For Professionals

87% Dell Precision 5750 Workstation Review: The XPS 17 For Professionals

Xeon and Quadro RTX 3000 Max-Q support. Turning a high-performance Ultrabook into a workstation isn't new, but the Precision 5750 is one-of-a-kind for its 16:10 aspect ratio and thin design that other 17-inch workstations don't offer.
Intel Xeon W-10885M | NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 Max-Q | 17.00" | 2.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 08 Sep 2020 19:52
Sep 6, 2020
Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra review - Smartphone with powerful features and S Pen included

90% Samsung Galaxy Note20 Ultra review - Smartphone with powerful features and S Pen included

Let there be light! The Note20 Ultra raises the bar, especially with the display, but it also repeats old mistakes found in the Galaxy S20 Ultra. With a larger battery, a new design, an improved camera, and the S Pen, the most powerful Note model wants to win buyers' hearts over. Our review reveals whether there are any obstacles to this.
Samsung Exynos 990 | ARM Mali-G77 MP11 | 6.90" | 208 g
Daniel Schmidt, 06 Sep 2020 05:11
Sep 4, 2020
Nexoc GH7

82% Nexoc GH7 (Clevo NH77DCQ) Review: Gaming laptop with a replaceable battery

Lots of space for storage. Due to its rather classic build, the GH7 from Nexoc, which is based on a Clevo barebone, offers a lot of space for maintenance options. While the cooling system is also able to keep up well with the GTX 1660 Ti that is used here, it might become a bottleneck with the more powerful GPU options. Our review will clarify what else buyers can expect.
Intel Core i7-10750H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile | 17.30" | 2.5 kg
Mike Wobker, 04 Sep 2020 17:00
SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB NVMe SSD PCIe x4 Benchmarked

SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB NVMe SSD PCIe x4 Benchmarked

3000+ MB/s read and write for $135. As the first U.S.-bound NVMe SSD from SK Hynix, the Gold P31 leaves a great first impression with maximum transfer rates that are hard to beat at its target price range.
Allen Ngo, 04 Sep 2020 04:59
Good-bye, Max-Q: Dell Alienware m17 R3 GeForce RTX 2080 Super Laptop Review

85% Good-bye, Max-Q: Dell Alienware m17 R3 GeForce RTX 2080 Super Laptop Review

3 kg of power. The Alienware m17 R3 may look the same as the m17 R2 from the outside, but it has been completely redesigned on the inside. The system swaps out GeForce Max-Q GPUs for full-fledged GeForce Super options for even faster gen-over-gen performance.
Intel Core i9-10980HK | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super Mobile | 17.30" | 3 kg
Allen Ngo, 04 Sep 2020 02:11
Asus ROG Phone 3 Strix Edition Review - A true gaming smartphone

89% Asus ROG Phone 3 Strix Edition Review - A true gaming smartphone

Full-blooded gaming smartphone. The main selling points of the third edition of the ROG Phone are the impressive specifications sheet and special gaming features. Asus has also done more fine-tuning when compared to the predecessor model. Read our review to learn whether or not this is enough to survive in the increasingly competitive market.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Adreno 650 | 6.59" | 240 g
Daniel Schmidt, 04 Sep 2020 01:29
Sep 3, 2020
Creative SXFI THEATER low-latency wireless over-ear headset fits even the young ones (Source: Own)

Creative SXFI THEATER hands-on: Premium materials, very good audio, decent battery life, rather basic software

Designed mainly as a wireless headset with Creative's proprietary sound-processing technology under the hood, the SXFI THEATER can also be wired to both digital and analog sources. Today we will take a closer look at the highs and lows of the Creative SXFI THEATER and try to come up with a conclusion.
Codrut Nistor, 03 Sep 2020 10:30
HP 250 G7 in review: Scrap recycling done the HP way

75% HP 250 G7 in review: Scrap recycling done the HP way

Dull view. The HP 250 G7 offers a current Ice Lake processor, a GeForce graphics core, 8 GB of RAM, and an NVMe SSD for just under 500 Euros (~$596). The built-in display is a disappointment.
Intel Core i5-1035G1 | NVIDIA GeForce MX110 | 15.60" | 1.8 kg
Sascha Mölck, 03 Sep 2020 03:08
Sep 2, 2020
Huawei Y6p

74% Huawei Y6p Smartphone Review – Long runtime without Google

The screen is convincing. Positioning yourself in the low-cost smartphone market without Google services could be difficult. The Huawei Y6p is forced to try. With three cameras on the back and a large battery, it has some arguments on its side. In the test, we will take a closer look at the cheap smartphone.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.30" | 185 g
Florian Schmitt, 02 Sep 2020 14:09
Acer Spin 5 SP513 Laptop Review: Sensibly Optimized and Balanced 13-Inch Convertible

88% Acer Spin 5 SP513 Laptop Review: Sensibly Optimized and Balanced 13-Inch Convertible

Almost optimal. With the new Acer Spin 5 SP513, the manufacturer optimizes the 13.5-inch model of the versatile convertible. With Intel Ice Lake, the hardware has improved considerably and there are additional improvements. So has Acer created a convincing overall package here, or are there still some old or even new weaknesses? In addition, the Intel convertible also has to compete with a new AMD heavyweight.
Intel Core i7-1065G7 | Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) | 13.50" | 1.2 kg
Christian Hintze, 02 Sep 2020 10:08
Aug 31, 2020
Dell Latitude 14 9410 2-in-1 Convertible Review: A Latitude 7400 At Heart

89% Dell Latitude 14 9410 2-in-1 Convertible Review: A Latitude 7400 At Heart

New name, same chassis. Last year's Latitude 7400 2-in-1 was already excellent, so why mess with a good thing? The Latitude 9410 2-in-1 doesn't bring anything new from a visual standpoint, but some users might appreciate the newer Comet Lake-U CPU options and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity.
Intel Core i7-10610U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 31 Aug 2020 19:52
Samsung Galaxy A21s

76% Samsung Galaxy A21s Smartphone Review - Quad-camera on the cheap

High level of energy consumption, low level of performance. The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a low-priced midrange device. Nevertheless, it still offers a flexible camera system and a notchless display. Other smartphones in this price range offer more memory and a higher level of performance. Can Samsung’s smartphone impress in our review in spite of this?
Samsung Exynos 850 | ARM Mali-G52 MP1 | 6.50" | 192 g
Florian Schmitt, 31 Aug 2020 18:24
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 laptop review: Affordable and fast thanks to AMD Renoir

86% Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 laptop review: Affordable and fast thanks to AMD Renoir

Price-performance champ. Lenovo outfits its new ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 with dual-channel RAM, AMD Ryzen 4000 and a smaller chassis. The new model is not fault-free, but in many important aspects, the Lenovo laptop delivers. Its low price is an additional trump card.
AMD Ryzen 5 4500U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 6 (Ryzen 4000/5000) | 14.00" | 1.6 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 31 Aug 2020 08:56
Acer TravelMate P6 in review: Lightweight business laptop with long battery life

87% Acer TravelMate P6 in review: Lightweight business laptop with long battery life

Persistent worker. The TravelMate P6 scores points with a low weight, long battery life, and low operating noise. The equipment is also right: A Core i7 processor, 16 GB of RAM (dual-channel mode), NVMe SSD, and Thunderbolt 3. Positive: Acer grants the laptop a three-year warranty.
Intel Core i7-10510U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 14.00" | 1.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 31 Aug 2020 06:32
Aug 30, 2020
MSI WS66 10TMT Workstation Laptop Review: Faster Than The Razer Blade 15 Studio Edition

83% MSI WS66 10TMT Workstation Laptop Review: Faster Than The Razer Blade 15 Studio Edition

Gamer-turned-professional. As it turns out, gaming laptops can make for pretty good workstations. The MSI WS66 doesn't sacrifice performance for its compact size, but you'll have to make do without a handful of staple features commonly found on more traditional workstations.
Intel Core i9-10980HK | NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 Max-Q | 15.60" | 2.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 30 Aug 2020 04:30
Oppo Enco Free review - Premium TWS from the Far East

Oppo Enco Free review - Premium TWS from the Far East

More atmosphere. The Enco Free true wireless headphones from Oppo want to score points with good call quality, great sound, and protection against splashes. For less than 130 Euros (~$154), they're an exciting alternative to the FreeBuds 3 or the Galaxy Buds+. Our review reveals how the Oppo counterpart performs.
Daniel Schmidt, 30 Aug 2020 02:09
Aug 28, 2020
KFA2 GeForce GTX 1650 EX Plus Review - more performance and faster VRAM for the smallest Turing-based desktop GPU

KFA2 GeForce GTX 1650 EX Plus Review - more performance and faster VRAM for the smallest Turing-based desktop GPU

The 90-watt GeForce GTX 1650! The GeForce GTX 1650 is the smallest Turing-based graphics card that is intended for budget-conscious buyers. The GeForce GTX 1650 EX Plus from KFA2 comes with an additional power connector, which is why it has a TGP of 90 watts. Read our comprehensive review to learn what kind of increase in performance you can expect from this.
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 (Desktop) | 32.00"
Sebastian Bade, 28 Aug 2020 21:58
Dell Precision 7550 Mobile Workstation Review: The Antithesis To The Precision 5550

88% Dell Precision 7550 Mobile Workstation Review: The Antithesis To The Precision 5550

Feature-rich. If the XPS 15 had gained some weight, it would probably look a lot like the Precision 7550. This high-end mobile workstation drops the super-thin and sexy designs of most Nvidia Studio laptops in favor of a "proper" full-size chassis.
Intel Xeon W-10885M | NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 Max-Q | 15.60" | 2.8 kg
Allen Ngo, 28 Aug 2020 18:57
HP Pavilion Gaming 15 in review: Budget gaming laptop offers long battery life

81% HP Pavilion Gaming 15 in review: Budget gaming laptop offers long battery life

It also works without Intel. The hardware in the Pavilion Gaming 15 brings all modern computer games smoothly onto the matte 15.6-inch screen. This is complemented by an NVMe SSD, 8 GB of RAM (dual-channel mode), and very good battery life.
AMD Ryzen 5 4600H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile | 15.60" | 2.1 kg
Sascha Mölck, 28 Aug 2020 06:13
LG Gram 17 17Z90N Review: A light and mobile 17-inch laptop with a 16:10 display

85% LG Gram 17 17Z90N Review: A light and mobile 17-inch laptop with a 16:10 display

Lightweight. With the Gram 17 17Z90N, LG delivers a feather-light 17-inch laptop that offers a display in the 16:10 format. The rest of the equipment is also fitting: Ice Lake processor, NVMe SSD, 16 GB of working memory (dual-channel mode), and Thunderbolt 3. All this is accompanied by outstanding battery life.
Intel Core i7-1065G7 | Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) | 17.00" | 1.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 28 Aug 2020 04:29
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