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Dec 9, 2019
Samsung Galaxy A90 5G

84% Samsung Galaxy A90 5G Smartphone Review - Cutting corners for 5G

Super-fast internet for everyone? The Samsung Galaxy A90 5G's vision is making 5G-enabled smartphones cheaper. At an MSRP of 749 Euros (~$831), it is far from a budget smartphone, however. In our review, we determine whether or not the price is justified.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Adreno 640 | 6.70" | 206 g
Florian Schmitt, 09 Dec 2019 15:32
Dec 5, 2019
Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite

81% Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite Smartphone Review: Big Bang for the Buck

In-screen fingerprint included. Xiaomi's Mi 9 Lite boasts a lot of technology and raises the bar for $250 smartphones dramatically. Find out in our review whether or not this smartphone from China performs adequately.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 | Qualcomm Adreno 616 | 6.39" | 179 g
Mike Wobker, 05 Dec 2019 22:33
Lenovo ThinkCentre M90n Nano Desktop Short Review

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90n Nano Desktop Short Review

Think small. How small can a full-fledged PC be? Lenovo is pushing that limit with the ThinkCentre M90n Nano, a full Windows desktop that can slide into your back pocket. Despite its diminutive size, it packs more than enough power for most users and may be a solid choice for a streaming box.
Intel Core i5-8265U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 499 g
Sam Medley, 05 Dec 2019 20:15
Xiaomi Redmi 8A

75% Xiaomi Redmi 8A smartphone review – Large battery, small price

Super-cheap also in large size. Redmi smartphones are famous for having very low prices and a high level of features. You can find out in this review if the recipe also works with the latest addition to the series, the Redmi 8A.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | Qualcomm Adreno 505 | 6.22" | 188 g
Florian Schmitt, 05 Dec 2019 17:56
Aorus 17 YA

82% Aorus 17 YA Gaming Laptop Review: Extreme performance, extreme noise

The whale is blasting air. It is large, it is loud, and it is heavy. Surely the Aorus 17 is not meant for those who like delicate laptops that operate silently. Instead, it offers a lot of performance for gaming fans, and is targeted towards all those who are not afraid of massive notebooks. We find out in our test, what exactly the new Aorus 17 YA has to offer.
Intel Core i9-9980HK | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Mobile | 17.30" | 3.8 kg
Mike Wobker, 05 Dec 2019 13:07
Lenovo ThinkPad P73 Laptop Review: Big workstation slowed down by poor heat management

87% Lenovo ThinkPad P73 Laptop Review: Big workstation slowed down by poor heat management

Surprisingly hot-headed. The highest level of performance – that is what the Lenovo ThinkPad P70 stands for. The recent Lenovo ThinkPad P73 contains Intel "Coffee Lake Refresh" CPUs and the Nvidia Quadro RTX 3000. In theory, this should guarantee an extremely high level of performance. In our comprehensive review however, the Lenovo ThinkPad P73 cannot fully deliver on its performance promise.
Intel Core i7-9850H | NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 (Laptop) | 17.30" | 3.5 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 05 Dec 2019 09:54
Apple MacBook Pro 16 2019 Laptop Review: A convincing Core i9-9880H and Radeon Pro 5500M powered multimedia laptop

90% Apple MacBook Pro 16 2019 Laptop Review: A convincing Core i9-9880H and Radeon Pro 5500M powered multimedia laptop

A return to its origins. A thicker case, proven keyboard design and better cooling: That is the latest MacBook Pro in a nutshell. It seems that Apple has finally listened to its users and the press by optimising its largest high-end laptop for professionals. We put the flagship model through its paces in this detailed review.
Intel Core i9-9880H | AMD Radeon Pro 5500M | 16.00" | 2 kg
Klaus Hinum, Andreas Osthoff, 05 Dec 2019 00:14
Dec 4, 2019
Amazon Fire HD 10 (2019) Tablet Review: A 10-inch tablet at a bargain price

79% Amazon Fire HD 10 (2019) Tablet Review: A 10-inch tablet at a bargain price

An all-round entertainer. The Fire HD 10 (2019) is one of the cheapest 10-inch plus tablets on the market, with Amazon pricing it at US$149.99. While its pricing precludes the Fire HD 10 (2019) from being a high-end product, it has enough qualities to entertain most people. Read on to find out for whom the Fire HD 10 (2019) is best suited.
Mediatek MT8183 | ARM Mali-G72 MP3 | 10.10" | 504 g
Manuel Masiero, 04 Dec 2019 18:59
Asus ROG Phone 2 Smartphone Review – 120-Hz display and improved air triggers

87% Asus ROG Phone 2 Smartphone Review – 120-Hz display and improved air triggers

Beefed up. Asus has made some significant improvements to the ROG phone, which first appeared on the scene in 2018: Instead of 90 Hz, we now have 120, instead of 8 GB of RAM, there is now 12, and there is, of course, a brand-new SoC on board. We had a chance to play a few games on it, and when it came time to give it back, we did so rather reluctantly. However, if you plan on using it for anything other than gaming such as making phone calls, surfing the web, emailing etc., then its weight of 240 g might prove to be not very easy to overlook.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ / 855 Plus | Qualcomm Adreno 640 | 6.59" | 240 g
Inge Schwabe, 04 Dec 2019 15:01
Schenker Slim 15 Review: Wi-fi 6 laptop doesn't go to full capacity

82% Schenker Slim 15 Review: Wi-fi 6 laptop doesn't go to full capacity

New isn't always better. Schenker is entering the next round with the Slim 15 and is now relying on Intel's latest Comet architecture and exciting features. A fast WLAN module and a colorful keyboard illumination adorn our configuration. However, the new and faster processor does not fully exploit its potential.
Intel Core i5-10210U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 15.60" | 1.6 kg
Nino Ricchizzi, 04 Dec 2019 10:17
MSI GE63 Raider 8SG Laptop Review: GeForce RTX 2080 for Cheap

83% MSI GE63 Raider 8SG Laptop Review: GeForce RTX 2080 for Cheap

Last gen look, current gen graphics. It may not have the sexy narrow bezels of the latest laptops, but the GE63 still comes equipped with one of the fastest Nvidia GPUs available and an ultra-smooth 144 Hz display with almost no ghosting.
Intel Core i7-8750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Mobile | 15.60" | 2.6 kg
Allen Ngo, 04 Dec 2019 07:03
Dec 3, 2019
Razer Blade 15 Studio Edition in Review: Solid Workstation with a Lot of Performance

87% Razer Blade 15 Studio Edition in Review: Solid Workstation with a Lot of Performance

Honed Blade. The Blade 15 Studio Edition is Razer's prime 15.6-inch workstation. The laptop shines with a high performance level, a 4K OLED touchscreen display and a Thunderbolt 3 port. The memory configuration is solid as well: 32 GB of RAM, 16 GB of VRAM and an NVMe-SSD (1 TB).
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 Max-Q | 15.60" | 2.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 03 Dec 2019 11:07
Dec 1, 2019
Walmart EVOO Gaming 17 Review: Chinese Laptop with Walmart's Name Slapped On

85% Walmart EVOO Gaming 17 Review: Chinese Laptop with Walmart's Name Slapped On

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Gaming? Walmart brand electronics may sound cheaply made at first, but this is the exact same laptop that many high-end resellers also offer including Maingear, Schenker, and Eluktronics.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile | 17.30" | 2.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 01 Dec 2019 21:46
LG K20

68% LG K20 Smartphone Review – Mobile phone under 100 Euro

Low expectation. The LG K20 costs less than 100 Euro and should be sufficient for everyday activities. Whether it is a good choice for savers, or offers less than you can expect even for so little money, you learn in the test.
Mediatek MT6739 | PowerVR GE8100 | 5.45" | 153 g
Florian Schmitt, 01 Dec 2019 15:19
KFA2 GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER Desktop GPU Review: The GTX 16 series also receives a SUPER upgrade

KFA2 GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER Desktop GPU Review: The GTX 16 series also receives a SUPER upgrade

Is everything SUPER? NVIDIA has now expanded its mid-generation SUPER upgrades to the GTX 16 series, having initially reserved them for its RTX 20 series. The green team is not producing reference versions of its GTX 16 SUPER series, so we have put a KFA2 unit through its paces instead. Read on to find out what is so SUPER about NVIDIA's latest mid-range desktop GPU.
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super (Desktop) | 32.00"
Sebastian Bade, 01 Dec 2019 01:39
Nov 30, 2019
LG K30

70% LG K30 Smartphone Review – Cheap smartphone without bells and whistles

An old Korean. The LG K30 is an affordable entry-level phone that still has a lot to offer in terms of battery life and camera. Whether the manufacturer can do it at a price of just 129 euros, you'll find out in the test.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 (MSM8917) | Qualcomm Adreno 308 | 5.45" | 148 g
Florian Schmitt, 30 Nov 2019 17:27
TrekStor Surftab Theatre S11 Review - Giant Tablet with Multimedia Fantasies

70% TrekStor Surftab Theatre S11 Review - Giant Tablet with Multimedia Fantasies

Exaggerated. The Surftab Theatre S11 on the data sheet features a large Full HD display, stereo speakers and a wide range of connections for less than 200 euros. Why the TrekStor tablet is not the holy grail for streaming enthusiasts, you can read in this test.
MediaTek MT8163 V/A 1.5 GHz | ARM Mali-T720 MP2 | 11.60" | 719 g
Daniel Schmidt, 30 Nov 2019 11:45
Nov 29, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Smartwatch Review

Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 Smartwatch Review

Digital bezel. Not only does the Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2 bring digital functions to the wrist, but Samsung has also digitalized the bezel in its elegant smartwatch. This brings a new spark into the operation of the smartwatch. With a heart rate sensor and its own GPS on board, the wearable is also ready for use while engaging in sports activities.
Samsung Exynos 9110 | 1.20" | 26 g
Inge Schwabe, 29 Nov 2019 14:23
Nov 28, 2019
Eurocom Sky X4C Core i9-9900KS Laptop Review: Unlocked Desktop Processor in a Mobile Form Factor

85% Eurocom Sky X4C Core i9-9900KS Laptop Review: Unlocked Desktop Processor in a Mobile Form Factor

127 W Core i9 Intel inside. The three-year old Clevo P751DM2 chassis is beginning to show its age. While the system can handle Intel's latest Core i9 CPU, it can't fully exploit the high Turbo Boost potential of the processor without running at temperatures well beyond 90 C.
Intel Core i9-9900KS | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Mobile | 15.60" | 3.6 kg
Allen Ngo, 28 Nov 2019 20:17
Samsung Galaxy A30s

79% Samsung Galaxy A30s Smartphone Review: A breath of fresh air with a playful design

A colourful entry-level smartphone. The Samsung Galaxy A30s is comparatively affordable but features a design that should distinguish it from many of its contemporaries. While the Galaxy A30s looks the part, our tests will reveal whether it can keep up with the competition.
Samsung Exynos 7904 | ARM Mali-G71 MP2 | 6.40" | 166 g
Mike Wobker, 28 Nov 2019 19:11
Schenker XMG Neo 17

83% Schenker XMG Neo 17 (Tongfang GK7CP0S) Laptop Review: A good package

Unique selling point. These days, gaming notebooks are a dime a dozen out there. In order to stand out from the crowd, the XMG Neo 17 is equipped with a mechanical keyboard. Find out what we think of its other aspects in our review.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile | 17.30" | 2.5 kg
Florian Glaser, 28 Nov 2019 16:07
Nov 27, 2019
Schenker XMG Neo 15

83% Schenker XMG Neo 15 (Tongfang GK5CQ7Z) Laptop Review: A gaming laptop with slim bezels

A Clevo alternative. When it comes to configurable high-end laptops, barebone-maker Clevo has long been the industry's top dog. Tongfang has been challenging its dominance for a while now, so we have taken the GK5CQ7Z chassis for a spin once again to see how it fares. Read on to find out how the XMG Neo 15 with its 9th generation Intel processor and RTX 20 series GPU performs in our tests.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q | 15.60" | 2.1 kg
Florian Glaser, 27 Nov 2019 17:08
Nov 26, 2019
Alphacool Eisbaer 280 - Modular AIO in Review

Alphacool Eisbaer 280 - Modular AIO in Review

Quiet CPU cooling solution! This all in one watercooling (AIO) solution from Alphacool combines the advantages of a normal AIO and a custom watercooling loop. In this review, we analyze the performance of the 280 millimeter radiator model.
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X | NVIDIA Titan RTX | 32.00"
Sebastian Bade, 26 Nov 2019 23:18
Google Pixel 4 Review: no longer at the smartphone forefront

86% Google Pixel 4 Review: no longer at the smartphone forefront

Short-winded. The Pixel 4 features almost no real updates save for a touchless gesture control feature and a 90 Hz panel. Otherwise, the device can be considered mostly a facelift. Unfortunately, it no longer features a fingerprint reader and the battery has decreased in capacity. Let's find out whether this new recipe actually works.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Adreno 640 | 5.70" | 162 g
Daniel Schmidt, 26 Nov 2019 21:42
MSI WE75 9TK Workstation Review: Core i7 with Quadro RTX Power

85% MSI WE75 9TK Workstation Review: Core i7 with Quadro RTX Power

Needs more SKU options. The MSI WE75 workstation is based off of the versatile GE75 chassis and yet it is missing many of the options found on the latter. What's here is great, but we know the WE75 is capable of housing more powerful components.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 (Laptop) | 17.30" | 2.6 kg
Allen Ngo, 26 Nov 2019 19:54
Samsung Galaxy M30s

80% Samsung Galaxy M30s Smartphone Review: A huge battery at an affordable price

A normal monster. The Galaxy M series is typified by consisting of low-end midrange smartphones with modern designs and huge batteries. The Galaxy M30s is no different, with the device featuring a 6,000 mAh battery despite its relatively compact footprint. Read on to find out whether the latest entry in the Galaxy M series has more to offer than just a whopping battery.
Samsung Exynos 9611 | ARM Mali-G72 MP3 | 6.40" | 188 g
Florian Schmitt, 26 Nov 2019 18:09
Camera review: Redmi Note 8 vs Redmi Note 8 Pro

Redmi Note 8 Smartphone Camera Review: With the Pro, the Note 8 finds its master ...

... or doesn't it? We analyze and compare the camera quality of the two Redmi smartphones. Find out in our camera comparison of the Xiaomi smartphones, whether the more expensive Redmi Note 8 Pro is always able to shoot the better photos, or whether perhaps the Note 8 can surprise us. To give you a teaser: it can!
Marcus Herbrich, 26 Nov 2019 11:30
Nov 25, 2019
LG G8X ThinQ

85% LG G8X ThinQ Smartphone Review: A convertible among smartphones

Two-times a smartphone. The G8X ThinQ is a foldable smartphone with a difference. LG has opted for two distinct displays connected via a hinge, a simplistic solution to the more elaborate and expensive foldable smartphones we have seen of late. While the G8X ThinQ is an unusual concept, it still impressed us during our tests.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Adreno 640 | 6.40" | 192 g
Florian Schmitt, 25 Nov 2019 19:46
Nov 24, 2019
Maingear Vector 15 Laptop Review: Gaming All-rounder

81% Maingear Vector 15 Laptop Review: Gaming All-rounder

A strong magnitude and direction. The Vector 15 is one of the few 15.6-inch gaming laptops with GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics clocking in at under 2 kg. The portability comes at the cost of louder fans noise and a more flexible chassis design.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile | 15.60" | 1.9 kg
Allen Ngo, 24 Nov 2019 00:32
Nov 21, 2019
Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order

Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order laptop and desktop benchmarks

Tomb Raider meets Dark Souls. Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order surprised us not only with its story-heavy nature but also its open levels and challenging difficulty. Find out whether or not its hardware requirements are similarly challenging in this benchmark test.
Florian Glaser, 21 Nov 2019 23:44
Dell Precision 5540

87% Dell Precision 5540 in Review: Workstation Doubles as a Hand Warmer

OLED and 4K. The Precision 5530's successor, the construction of which is identical to the Dell XPS 15, offers a powerful CPU and mid-range graphics from Nvidia. While the build quality is, as usual, phenomenal, the components first have to prove themselves in our tests.
Intel Core i9-9980HK | NVIDIA Quadro T2000 Max-Q | 15.60" | 2 kg
Mike Wobker, 21 Nov 2019 21:52
Walmart Motile M142 Laptop Review: Pretty Good for $500

78% Walmart Motile M142 Laptop Review: Pretty Good for $500

Checks all the right boxes. We never expect very much from laptops retailing for less than $500, but the Walmart Motile offers a surprisingly balanced experienced. Its AMD Zen+ Ryzen 5 CPU performs as fast as any Intel 9th gen Ultrabook in a chassis that doesn't feel hastily put together.
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (Ryzen 2000/3000) | 14.00" | 1.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 21 Nov 2019 18:36
Nov 19, 2019
Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Core i5 Review: More Like a Surface Pro 6.5

88% Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Core i5 Review: More Like a Surface Pro 6.5

Iterative. The Surface Pro 7 doesn't bring enough to the table to warrant a whole digit upgrade over the Surface Pro 6. Unless if you really value the integrated USB Type-C port or Iris Plus graphics update, last year's model will suffice.
Intel Core i5-1035G4 | Intel Iris Plus Graphics G4 (Ice Lake 48 EU) | 12.30" | 1.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 19 Nov 2019 18:25
PNY GeForce GTX 1660 XLR8 Gaming OC Graphics Card Review: A small GPU for compact PCs

PNY GeForce GTX 1660 XLR8 Gaming OC Graphics Card Review: A small GPU for compact PCs

A good 1080p alternative. The GeForce GTX 1660 closes the gap between the GTX 1650 and the GTX 1660 Ti, although NVIDIA has now released SUPER flavours of the GTX 1650 and GTX 1660 too. The GTX 1660 comes with 6 GB of GDDR5 VRAM, while the PNY XLR8 Gaming OC has a relatively economical TDP of 120 W. Read on to find out how well this compact desktop GPU gets on in our tests and how it compares against other cards.
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 (Desktop) | 32.00"
Sebastian Bade, 19 Nov 2019 13:58
Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop 2019

82% Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop 2019 Review: Return of the Exotic

Budget gamer. Back in 2019 the Xiaomi Mi Gaming Laptop not only surprised us with a sturdy high-quality case but also a good price-performance ratio. Find out whether the 2019 iteration follows suit.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile | 15.60" | 2.6 kg
Florian Glaser, 19 Nov 2019 03:45
Motorola Moto G8 Plus

78% Motorola Moto G8 Plus smartphone review – Mobile phone with action cam

Even more camera. The Motorola Moto G8 Plus is a midrange smartphone that wants to impress with its cameras in particular. Long battery life and a bright screen are other aspects that speak for the device, but there are also weak points. You can find out in this review whether it's good enough for a purchase recommendation.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | Qualcomm Adreno 610 | 6.30" | 188 g
Florian Schmitt, 19 Nov 2019 01:46
Nov 18, 2019
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Smartphone Review

81% Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro Smartphone Review: Pseudo Gaming SoC meets 64-MP Cam

Prime mid-range phone for gamers?! On paper, the Redmi Note 8 Pro has everything it needs to be the new king of mid-range smartphones. But can the new MediaTek Helio G90T keep its promises? The answer can be found in the following in-depth review of the Redmi phone.
Mediatek Helio G90T | ARM Mali-G76 MP4 | 6.53" | 200 g
Marcus Herbrich, 18 Nov 2019 11:56
Nov 16, 2019
Motorola One Macro

77% Motorola One Macro Smartphone Review - The camera as a weak spot

Get close. With its focus on close-ups, the Motorola One Macro wants to secure a place in the niche. You'll find out in the test whether the smartphone's chic looks will convince you in your everyday life.
Mediatek Helio P70 | ARM Mali-G72 MP3 | 6.20" | 186 g
Florian Schmitt, 16 Nov 2019 05:42
Nov 15, 2019
Sony Xperia 5

83% Sony Xperia 5 Smartphone Review: A handy handset despite having a 6-inch display

A smartphone with a cinema display and sub-par cameras. The Xperia 5 is not the first smartphone that Sony has released with a 21:9 display. We have already seen the Xperia 1 and Xperia 10 trying to distinguish themselves from their peers with this aspect ratio, and now Sony wants to persuade people that 21:9 is the future with the Xperia 5. Having such a tall display has proven practical in our experience, but the Xperia 5 falls short of expectations in some crucial areas, as our review will reveal.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Adreno 640 | 6.10" | 164 g
Mike Wobker, 15 Nov 2019 20:08
Razer Blade Stealth (GTX 1650 Max-Q) Review: 4K screen, battery life & CPU performance disappoint

84% Razer Blade Stealth (GTX 1650 Max-Q) Review: 4K screen, battery life & CPU performance disappoint

Cheaper screen, better choice!? Razer has tried to create the ultimate machine for gamers on the go. The result is the new Razer Blade Stealth. It has many good qualities, such as its powerful GPU, but the 4K screen cannot satisfy us. The CPU performance could be better as well.
Intel Core i7-1065G7 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q | 13.30" | 1.5 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 15 Nov 2019 16:41
Nokia 7.2 Review - Good smartphone with errors in detail

79% Nokia 7.2 Review - Good smartphone with errors in detail

Brave Finn. After an excellent start of the 7-series, the Nokia 7.1 provided long faces in the test, because especially its battery life could not convince. With the Nokia 7.2 everything is supposed to get better and HMD Global is adding a thick scoop of battery performance, more memory and a triple camera.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 | Qualcomm Adreno 512 | 6.30" | 180 g
Daniel Schmidt, 15 Nov 2019 02:37
Nov 14, 2019
Chuwi UBook Pro Tablet Review: The Microsoft Surface Pro Clone

70% Chuwi UBook Pro Tablet Review: The Microsoft Surface Pro Clone

The Clone Wars. The UBook Pro offers high-end looks with low-end performance for a mid-range price. If you can get past the slow Core m3 processor, then you'll find the super-bright 12.3-inch display and three USB ports quite useful when compared to the dimmer and pricier Surface Pro.
Intel Core m3-8100Y | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | 12.30" | 780 g
Allen Ngo, 14 Nov 2019 21:05
Amazon Kindle Kids Edition 2019 eReader Review: Not only for children

Amazon Kindle Kids Edition 2019 eReader Review: Not only for children

For bookworms. Amazon's Kindle of the 10th Generation receives a Kids Edition. Not only has the shopping giant finally added panel lighting to the current version of its smallest eReader, but the children's version also includes an extended warranty and a flat rate for plenty of reading material.
NXP i.MX 6SLL | NXP PXP | 6.00" | 174 g
Daniel Schmidt, 14 Nov 2019 02:22
Nov 13, 2019
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8

79% Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Smartphone Review: A display dream for the price-conscious buyer

A display surprise. The Redmi Note 8 is another entry-level Xiaomi smartphone, but it's one that redefines the quality of displays we expect from sub-200-Euro (~$220) devices. The panel is bright, contrast-rich and even suitable for those who are PWM sensitive. The Redmi Note 8 is not all good news though, as our review unit will establish.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | Qualcomm Adreno 610 | 6.30" | 190 g
Marcus Herbrich, 13 Nov 2019 23:19
Nov 12, 2019
Acer TravelMate X514-51-511Q

84% Acer TravelMate X514 Laptop Review: A small 14-inch machine with professionals in mind

Ultramobile and super-lightweight. Acer markets the TravelMate X514-51 as being particularly small and lightweight, and it does not disappoint in that regard. Our tests will determine whether this Whiskey Lake business laptop is up to scratch, though.
Intel Core i5-8265U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 14.00" | 980 g
Mike Wobker, 12 Nov 2019 19:44
MSI Prestige 15 A10SC Laptop Review: One of the Best Dell XPS 15 Alternatives

85% MSI Prestige 15 A10SC Laptop Review: One of the Best Dell XPS 15 Alternatives

Prestigious. Low-power Intel with low-power Nvidia work great together for anyone interested in a high-performance ultra-thin laptop. If MSI can address the throttling, then the Prestige 15 can give other popular 15.6-inch Ultrabooks from Dell, HP, and Asus a run for the money.
Intel Core i7-10710U | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q | 15.60" | 1.7 kg
Allen Ngo, 12 Nov 2019 18:33
Need for Speed Heat

Need for Speed Heat Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Hit and run. In Need for Speed Heat, players are going to battle against law enforcers on wheels. Our review straightens out whether graphics cards are going to heat up as well.
Florian Glaser, 12 Nov 2019 12:15
Porsche Design Ultra One

80% Porsche Design Ultra One laptop short review: Noisy SSD antagonizes the expensive laptop

Fanless has its price. It's well known that products under the "Porsche Design" label don't necessarily offer a good price-performance ratio. As long as hardware and processing are of high quality, this factor isn't bothersome for the generous wallet. The Porsche Design Ultra One, however, has two quirks that seriously interfere with longer work sessions. Our review will show what this is all about.
Intel Core i7-8500Y | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | 15.60" | 1.5 kg
Mike Wobker, 12 Nov 2019 04:06
Nov 11, 2019
Honor 9X

76% Honor 9X Smartphone Review: A new Huawei smartphone with Google Play Services

Déjà vu. Notebookcheck.com reviews the Honor 9X, a midrange handset with a pop-up front-facing camera, a notch and punch-hole free 6.59-inch display and a HiSilicon Kirin 710F SoC among other features. Read on to find out in what area this latest Honor smartphone excels, and if it can maintain the company's reputation of selling competitively priced midrange handsets.
HiSilicon Kirin 710 | ARM Mali-G51 MP4 | 6.59" | 197 g
Marcus Herbrich, 11 Nov 2019 22:50
Gigaset GX290 Review: Mobile phone warhorse with long battery life

76% Gigaset GX290 Review: Mobile phone warhorse with long battery life

The pith of Münsterland. With a comparatively compact rugged smartphone, Gigaset wants to attract a further clientele and is focusing on a mixture of good equipment, large energy storage and sustainability under the "Made in Germany" flag. You can read in the test whether the recipe is convincing.
Mediatek Helio P23 MT6763V | ARM Mali-G71 MP2 | 6.10" | 279 g
Daniel Schmidt, 11 Nov 2019 13:53
Lenovo ThinkPad P53 in Review: Classic workstation with a lot of GPU performance

90% Lenovo ThinkPad P53 in Review: Classic workstation with a lot of GPU performance

Is a Quadro RTX 5000 too much? Lenovo is now offering the new ThinkPad P53 with the high-end GPU Nvidia Quadro RTX 5000 that is usually reserved for larger devices. The cooling solution inside of the Lenovo workstation reaches its limits, which negatively affects the CPU performance.
Intel Core i7-9850H | NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 Max-Q | 15.60" | 2.7 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 11 Nov 2019 08:00
Nov 9, 2019
Acer Swift 7 SF714-52T Review: Slim and light subnotebook for a fat wallet

84% Acer Swift 7 SF714-52T Review: Slim and light subnotebook for a fat wallet

890 grams (~1.96 lb). With the Swift 7, Aces has added a feather-light and ultra-slim 14-inch notebook to its offerings. The device scores with an IPS touchscreen display, 16 GB of working memory (dual-channel mode), and silent operation. This is accompanied by a good battery life and two Thunderbolt-3 slots. For the whole package, you have to put almost 2000 Euros (~$2226; $1700 in the US) on the table.
Intel Core i7-8500Y | Intel UHD Graphics 615 | 14.00" | 890 g
Sascha Mölck, 09 Nov 2019 20:09
Dynabook Portégé X30-F laptop review: Light, slim, enduring

87% Dynabook Portégé X30-F laptop review: Light, slim, enduring

Model update. The light and slim Portégé X30-F scores points with long battery life, a bright, contrast-rich display and two Thunderbolt 3 ports. Our configuration variant lacks an LTE modem.
Intel Core i5-8265U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 13.30" | 1.1 kg
Sascha Mölck, 09 Nov 2019 07:14
Nov 8, 2019
Acer ConceptD 7 Laptop in Review: Top-of-the-line Intel CPU with throttling behavior

87% Acer ConceptD 7 Laptop in Review: Top-of-the-line Intel CPU with throttling behavior

Throttling Concept for the library. Acer advertises its brand-new ConceptD series as a premium, white multimedia system for creators. Plenty of features and a sleek design (as well as a high price) aim to impress multimedia creators. In this review, we try to determine whether the Concept(D) is successful in that regard.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile | 15.60" | 2.2 kg
Christian Hintze, 08 Nov 2019 22:38
Nov 7, 2019
Lenovo ThinkPad P53s-20N6001NGE

81% Lenovo ThinkPad P53s laptop review: With ultrabook processor and Quadro graphics

CPU performance barely increased. Based on the ThinkPad T590, Lenovo presents the comparatively low-cost ThinkPad P53s workstation. The configuration and maintenance options are somewhat limited, but everything else remains solid as usual. In this review we'll clarify the details of what buyers can expect.
Intel Core i7-8565U | NVIDIA Quadro P520 | 15.60" | 1.9 kg
Mike Wobker, 07 Nov 2019 23:42
Acer Aspire 5 A515-43-R057

78% Acer Aspire 5 A515-43-R057 Laptop Review: A super price for an AMD laptop, but with a hefty shortcoming

An affordable, yet underwhelming Zen+ laptop. Acer's latest budget laptop sounds excellent on paper. The Aspire 5 A515-43-R057 retails for around €500 (~$554) and comes with a Zen+ APU, a 1 TB SSD and 8 GB of RAM. However, not all is at it seems with our test device, as our review below will reveal.
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (Ryzen 2000/3000) | 15.60" | 1.8 kg
Mike Wobker, 07 Nov 2019 18:07
Nov 6, 2019
Dynabook Portégé A30-E laptop review: Great display, unstable case

85% Dynabook Portégé A30-E laptop review: Great display, unstable case

Everything new. The Dynabook 13.3-inch business laptop pleases with a bright, contrast-rich IPS display, an NVMe SSD and long battery life. However, the case should be more stable.
Intel Core i7-8550U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 13.30" | 1.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 06 Nov 2019 18:32
Acer Predator Helios 300 Laptop Review: A modern gaming laptop with a Turing GPU

82% Acer Predator Helios 300 Laptop Review: A modern gaming laptop with a Turing GPU

A useful gaming device! The Predator series is well known for its gaming devices, with Acer selling more than just laptops under its gaming sub-brand. While the company continues to sell Predator-branded accessories, it has overhauled the design and internals of its latest Predator Helios laptop. The Helios 300 should make for a compelling midrange gaming laptop, but our tests will reveal whether that is the case or not.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile | 15.60" | 2.3 kg
Sebastian Bade, 06 Nov 2019 17:59
Nov 5, 2019
Apple Watch Series 5

Apple Watch Series 5 Smartwatch Review: It can do more than any other smartwatch, but just not for that long

Almost perfect. Apple has made few changes to its Watch Series over the years. The original model had plenty going for it though, so that does not necessarily mean that Apple has fallen behind its competitors. On the contrary, the Apple Watch remains the best-selling smartwatch on the market, and by some distance. The Watch Series 5 is an excellent smartwatch too, but you may be taking a trip to the charger sooner than you may like.
Inge Schwabe, 05 Nov 2019 23:42
Dell XPS 13 7390 Core i7-10710U Laptop Review: Faster Than The Core i5 XPS 15

86% Dell XPS 13 7390 Core i7-10710U Laptop Review: Faster Than The Core i5 XPS 15

Hexa-core power. After an impressive showing with the XPS 13 7390 2-in-1, the original XPS 13 clamshell deserves some love, too. Dell is putting the XPS 13 back in the spotlight with the Intel Comet Lake-U Core i7-10710U to be one of the first subnotebooks shipping with a full-fledged hexa-core ULV CPU.
Intel Core i7-10710U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 13.30" | 1.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 05 Nov 2019 20:17
Dynabook Tecra X50 Laptop Review: A light Ultrabook with light endurance

83% Dynabook Tecra X50 Laptop Review: A light Ultrabook with light endurance

Dynamic do-over. The Tecra is back under a new name. The Dynabook Tecra X50 retains much of the Tecra flair for thinness but ultimately falls flat. While the X50 is a competent machine overall, it is priced far too high for what it offers.
Intel Core i7-8665U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 15.60" | 1.4 kg
Sam Medley, 05 Nov 2019 18:50
Acer Swift 3 SF314-41 Laptop Review: A stylish and slim Ryzen subnotebook with plenty of power and battery life in the tank

83% Acer Swift 3 SF314-41 Laptop Review: A stylish and slim Ryzen subnotebook with plenty of power and battery life in the tank

Ryzen is doing well for itself. Acer's new 14-inch subnotebook sports a sleek metal chassis, a Ryzen 5 APU and dual-channel RAM among other features. The rest of the device seems on point too, with Acer including an NVMe SSD, matte IPS screen, and a backlit keyboard. These are joined by good battery life too.
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (Ryzen 2000/3000) | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Sascha Mölck, 05 Nov 2019 11:41
Nov 4, 2019
OnePlus 7T Pro

87% OnePlus 7T Pro Smartphone Review – the fastest charger

Matte outside, shiny inside. Even though OnePlus has placed the focus on the OnePlus 7T: The OnePlus 7T Pro has once again turned out to be a really good smartphone. Its price, however, is slowly creeping up to match its competitors. Does that make it loose its appeal? Find out in our review.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ / 855 Plus | Qualcomm Adreno 640 | 6.67" | 206 g
Florian Schmitt, 04 Nov 2019 19:35
The AirPods Pro bring plenty of features, but do they sound better than regular AirPods?

Apple AirPods Pro Review: Expensive earplugs or the real Hi-Fi deal?

Apple introduced the latest generation of its white earphones a few days ago, promising several improvements over existing AirPods. However, as iconic as its designs have been since the launch of the first iPod, the sound quality of Apple's earbuds have remained mediocre. Has the company finally mastered Hi-Fi audio quality or are the AirPods Pro just another step in the right direction?
Hannes Brecher, 04 Nov 2019 13:29
Call of Duty Modern Warfare

Call of Duty Modern Warfare Notebook and Desktop Benchmarks

Back to the roots. With Modern Warfare, Infinity Ward wanted to capitalize on the strengths and successes of the previous titles in the series. In terms of technology, the latest installment in the Call of Duty franchise is supposed to finally look as good as the most recent Battlefield title. Read this performance analysis to find out whether or not Infinity Ward has managed to achieve this. Moreover, our benchmarks also reveal the system requirements for the latest Call of Duty game.
Florian Glaser, 04 Nov 2019 10:32
Nov 1, 2019
Motorola Moto E6 Plus

75% Motorola Moto E6 Plus Smartphone Review: The battery rocks, but the performance sucks

Replaceable. The Moto E6 Plus follows on from the midrange One Vision, One Action and One Zoom, hitting shelves just before Christmas. However, while Motorola aimed the One series at younger audiences, the E6 Plus may appeal to an older crowd thanks to its removable battery. The device must compete with the great battery life of the Moto E5 Plus, but its predecessor did have its shortcomings. Read on to find out whether Motorola has ironed out the kinks with this new handset and what else the Moto E6 Plus has to offer.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.10" | 149.7 g
Inge Schwabe, 01 Nov 2019 20:10
OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren Edition Smartphone Review - Flagship with 90 Hz Display

87% OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren Edition Smartphone Review - Flagship with 90 Hz Display

Fancy, fancy. The second cooperation between mobile phone manufacturer and automaker is called OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren Edition and features exclusive features with a special housing, more RAM and a noble protective cover. We will test whether the McLaren Edition is also worthwhile for non-autofans.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ / 855 Plus | Qualcomm Adreno 640 | 6.67" | 206 g
Florian Schmitt, 01 Nov 2019 11:49
MSI Alpha 15 Hands-On Gaming Laptop Review

MSI Alpha 15 Hands-On Gaming Laptop Review: Ryzen and Navi instead of Intel and NVIDIA

A game-changer? AMD made its comeback into the CPU business with its Ryzen series not only on desktops but also on laptops. The company made a similar foray into the GPU market with its Navi desktop cards earlier this year, a move that it is trying to replicate on laptops with its Navi 14 GPUs. NVIDIA has dominated the upper midrange of laptop GPUs for a while, but AMD is looking to change that, offering consumers more choice in the process. Read on to find out what we think of one the first upcoming all-AMD laptops.
AMD Ryzen 7 3750H | AMD Radeon RX 5500M | 15.60" | 2.3 kg
Klaus Hinum, J. Simon Leitner, 01 Nov 2019 09:10
Oct 31, 2019
Razer Blade Pro 17 4K UHD 120 Hz Laptop Review: Finally, a 17-inch 4K Display With Almost No Ghosting

87% Razer Blade Pro 17 4K UHD 120 Hz Laptop Review: Finally, a 17-inch 4K Display With Almost No Ghosting

First 17.3-inch laptop with a 4K 120 Hz display. The AU Optronics B173ZAN03.3 panel makes its debut on the Razer laptop to offer both faster refresh rates and faster black-white response times than any 17.3-inch laptop before it. The end result is a better 4K gaming experience than what other 17.3-inch laptops currently have to offer.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Max-Q | 17.30" | 2.8 kg
Allen Ngo, 31 Oct 2019 17:47
Oct 29, 2019
Kingston KC600 SSD Benchmarked: More Reason to Ditch that Old HDD

Kingston KC600 SSD Benchmarked: More Reason to Ditch that Old HDD

The basics. Kingston is still invested in traditional 2.5-inch SATA III SSDs for users who have yet to upgrade to M.2 or NVMe. The new KC600 promises XTS-AES 256-bit encryption and 3D TLC NAND modules not unlike most M.2 drives.
Allen Ngo, 29 Oct 2019 17:26
Dell G5 15 5590

83% Dell G5 15 5590 Laptop Review: 15-inch gaming notebook with a Max-Q GPU

Much better than the entry-level version. Quite recently we reviewed a very well-priced version of the Dell G5 15 5590 that had a Core i5-9300H and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650. But now we are taking a look at a more expensive model that features the Core i7-9750H and the GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q and costs 2000 Euros (~$2229). Read our review to find out if spending an extra 1000 Euros (~$1115) makes any sense.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q | 15.60" | 2.8 kg
Florian Glaser, 29 Oct 2019 14:15
Surface Laptop 3 15 Ryzen 5 Review: Microsoft Can Do Better

83% Surface Laptop 3 15 Ryzen 5 Review: Microsoft Can Do Better

$1500 for this? The metal Surface Laptop 3 is the sleekest Surface laptop yet and its implementation of AMD Ryzen is one of the better examples in the Ultrabook space. Unfortunately, almost everything else feels outdated.
AMD Ryzen 5 3580U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 9 | 15.00" | 1.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 29 Oct 2019 01:44
Oct 28, 2019
Lenovo ThinkPad L590 Laptop Review: A business laptop with good input devices

83% Lenovo ThinkPad L590 Laptop Review: A business laptop with good input devices

With the handbrake on. Lenovo's L-series is well-known for being a budget range of the company's ThinkPad offering, while also being excellent value for money. The focus for this review is the L590, a new 15.6-inch business laptop that has stellar input devices just like its predecessor.
Intel Core i5-8265U | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | 15.60" | 2 kg
Sebastian Bade, 28 Oct 2019 22:18
HP Pavilion Gaming 15 in Review: HP's 15.6-inch laptop combines gaming prowess and stamina

80% HP Pavilion Gaming 15 in Review: HP's 15.6-inch laptop combines gaming prowess and stamina

AMD and Nvidia make a good team. The HP Pavilion Gaming 15 runs all current games smoothly and displays them on its matte 15.6-inch screen (FHD, IPS). The laptop is well-equipped: 16 GB of RAM (dual-channel mode), NVMe SSD, HDD. Surprisingly, the battery life is excellent.
AMD Ryzen 7 3750H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q | 15.60" | 2.3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 28 Oct 2019 10:01
Oct 26, 2019
HTC Desire 19+

77% HTC Desire 19+ Smartphone Review – 2,5 Cameras and Cheeky Design

Blue dot. HTC tries its hand at a smartphone with a large rechargeable battery and even spends a triple camera on the back. For almost 300 Euros this sounds like a fair offer. We take a closer look in the test.
Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.20" | 170 g
Florian Schmitt, 26 Oct 2019 15:48
Oct 25, 2019
Gigaset GS190

71% Review Gigaset GS190 Smartphone – Too expensive despite large battery?

Cheap enough? Compared to its predecessor, the Gigaset GS190 offers a much more modern design. However, the manufacturer has also tightened the price screw - can this still justify the level of equipment?
Mediatek Helio A22 MT6761 | PowerVR GE8300 | 6.10" | 172 g
Florian Schmitt, 25 Oct 2019 15:21
Review TP-Link Neffos X20: Cheap smartphone with long battery life

74% Review TP-Link Neffos X20: Cheap smartphone with long battery life

Motley - The Neffos X20 is an inexpensive entry-level smartphone, which is equipped with a large display, a dual camera and a powerful battery. In the test, the phone proves to be a solid representative of its trade and reveals both positive and negative surprises.
Mediatek Helio A22 MT6761 | PowerVR GE8300 | 6.26" | 171 g
Daniel Schmidt, 25 Oct 2019 13:43
Asus Zephyrus M GU502GU Laptop Review: $1800 for Single-Channel RAM

83% Asus Zephyrus M GU502GU Laptop Review: $1800 for Single-Channel RAM

Medium performance for a high price. The Zephyrus M GU502GU starts at the same price as the Razer Blade 15 with the same CPU, GPU, and 144 Hz display. It becomes difficult to recommend the Asus when the Razer alternative is both smaller and more rigid while offering essentially the same level of gaming performance.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile | 15.60" | 2 kg
Allen Ngo, 25 Oct 2019 10:43
Oct 24, 2019
Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IWL laptop review: Lenovo's convertible pleases with long battery life

83% Lenovo IdeaPad C340-15IWL laptop review: Lenovo's convertible pleases with long battery life

Versatile. With the IdeaPad C340-15IWL, Lenovo delivers a well-equipped 15.6-inch convertible, which also offers very good battery life. The IPS touchscreen display can be operated with your fingers as well as with the Lenovo Active Pen 2, which can be purchased separately.
Intel Core i5-8265U | NVIDIA GeForce MX230 | 15.60" | 2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 24 Oct 2019 23:14
Gigaset GS195

71% Review Gigaset GS195 Smartphone - Mobile phone from German production

A true European. The Gigaset GS195 comes from German production and in a particularly ecological packaging to the buyer. For less than 200 Euros, it should not only impress with a stylish glass design, but also with a large rechargeable battery. In the test we look at whether this is successful.
UNISOC SC9863A | PowerVR GE8322 / IMG8322 | 6.18" | 180 g
Florian Schmitt, 24 Oct 2019 13:35
Dell G5 15 5590

80% Dell G5 15 5590 Laptop Review: Price/Performance King and Problem Child

Attention bargain hunters: With the G5 15 5590-PCNJJ, Dell has a gaming laptop with a Core i5-9300H CPU and a GeForce GTX 1650 GPU on offer at a very attractive price point. In this review, we are going to take a closer look at the strengths and weaknesses of the 15-inch device.
Intel Core i5-9300H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile | 15.60" | 2.7 kg
Florian Glaser, 24 Oct 2019 07:29
Apple iPad 7 2019

85% Apple iPad 7 2019 Tablet Review: Small changes with a big impact?

Now with keys. The iPad 7 2019 is a soft upgrade on the iPad that Apple released last year. The new iPad sports a new screen format, iPadOS and support for accessories such as the Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard, but there are few major changes this year. Read on in this live review to find out whether the series of small changes can combine to make a big difference.
Update: Review completed.
Apple A10 Fusion | Apple A10 Fusion GPU / PowerVR | 10.20" | 483 g
Florian Schmitt, 23 Oct 2019 18:02
Oct 22, 2019
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Tablet Review: Top technology at a premium price

88% Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Tablet Review: Top technology at a premium price

The tablet S-class. For Samsung's new tablet flagship, the best is just good enough: As with the first Samsung tablet, the 10.5-inch Android device is equipped with a dual camera and is run by the Snapdragon 855 high-end SoC and at least 6 GB of RAM. The Samsung S Pen is also always included.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Adreno 640 | 10.50" | 420 g
Manuel Masiero, 22 Oct 2019 23:11
Blackview BV9700 Pro

76% Blackview BV9700 Pro Smartphone Review: Rugged phone measures heart rate and air purity

Shock-resistant and waterproof. Buyers of a Blackview smartphone are on the safe side if they need to use the device in stormy conditions. The robust design is not only visually pleasing, it is also IP68, IP69k and MIL-STD certified. But do not trust everything the manufacturer says! Find out in which areas you should not rely on the manufacturer's claims in our review.
Mediatek Helio P70 | ARM Mali-G72 MP3 | 5.84" | 283 g
Mike Wobker, 22 Oct 2019 17:25
LG K50

75% LG K50 Smartphone Review: A cheap and large format handset

A big, budget handset. The LG K50 seems well priced at around 200 Euros (~$223) for what the South Korean company has included. The device has a large display, dual rear-facing cameras and a dedicated Google Assistant button, although some may find the latter somewhat of a gimmick. Read on to find out how the handset performs in our tests and how it fares against comparably priced devices.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762 | PowerVR GE8320 | 6.26" | 170 g
Mike Wobker, 22 Oct 2019 16:39
Lenovo Legion Y740-17IRH Review: Gaming bolide gets high marks for its great power delivery and low heat development

83% Lenovo Legion Y740-17IRH Review: Gaming bolide gets high marks for its great power delivery and low heat development

Well-rounded gamer. Lenovo's gaming notebook displays all current games smoothly on its matte 17.3-inch screen (144 Hz, G-Sync, FHD, IPS) and also offers great connectivity: a combination of SSD + HDD, 16 GB of RAM (dual-channel mode) & a Thunderbolt 3 port. The iGPU is disabled ex-works but can be activated by the end user. This has a positive impact on battery life.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile | 17.30" | 3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 22 Oct 2019 09:08
Lenovo ThinkPad P43s laptop review: The mobile workstation's display and performance disappoint

80% Lenovo ThinkPad P43s laptop review: The mobile workstation's display and performance disappoint

Slowed-down ThinkPad. Lenovo's mobile workstation scores points with great input devices, good battery life and a Thunderbolt 3 port. But the laptop isn't able to reach its full performance potential.
Intel Core i7-8565U | NVIDIA Quadro P520 | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Sascha Mölck, 22 Oct 2019 05:37
Oct 21, 2019
Razer Blade Stealth i7-1065G7 Iris Plus Laptop Review: The Cheaper GeForce MX150 is Faster

86% Razer Blade Stealth i7-1065G7 Iris Plus Laptop Review: The Cheaper GeForce MX150 is Faster

Ice to meet you. Razer has jumped in on the 10 nm Ice Lake bandwagon to exploit the new power-efficient Intel Iris Plus GPU. While the resulting performance is where we expect it to be, the $1500 starting price makes this a tough buy when the less expensive Blade Stealth GeForce MX150 version is the better gaming machine.
Intel Core i7-1065G7 | Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) | 13.30" | 1.4 kg
Allen Ngo, 21 Oct 2019 21:57
MSI GF65 9SD Laptop Review: GeForce GTX 1660 Ti for under $1000

79% MSI GF65 9SD Laptop Review: GeForce GTX 1660 Ti for under $1000

Same looks, faster performance. The GF65 replaces last year's GF63 by introducing new Nvidia Turing GPU options, new display options, a larger cooling solution, and faster wireless. The narrow bezel chassis design remains unchanged.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile | 15.60" | 1.9 kg
Allen Ngo, 21 Oct 2019 02:56
Oct 18, 2019
Huami Amazfit GTS

Huami Amazfit GTS Smartwatch Review: A high-quality copy

Well copied. Smartwatches are becoming more popular, with OEMs now bringing cheaper models to market too. Apple remains a big player in the sector with its Watch, so it should come as no surprise to see other manufacturers basing their attempts on its design. The Huami Amazfit GTS bears an uncanny resemblance to the Apple Watch while costing a lot less. Its price alone should be reason enough to check out what this cheap smartwatch has to offer.
Mike Wobker, 18 Oct 2019 16:23
Schenker XMG Fusion 15 in Review: Intel's reference design challenges the competition

84% Schenker XMG Fusion 15 in Review: Intel's reference design challenges the competition

Swift reference design. Intel and Schenker have created a thin gaming laptop with good battery life, lots of performance and an enthusiast-level port selection. Will it wipe the floor with competing Razer, Acer, Gigabyte, and Asus offerings? Update: Better contrast in new display measurement
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q | 15.60" | 1.9 kg
Sebastian Jentsch, 18 Oct 2019 00:34
Oct 17, 2019
Huawei Watch GT 2

Huawei Watch GT 2 Smartwatch Review: Stupendously smart, but buggy

Outmanoeuvred. The Huawei Watch GT 2 is currently one of the most expensive smartwatches on the market. The device has a high-quality build and design that comes in two sizes. The GT 2 has interchangeable wristbands too and combines intelligent fitness functions with telephone features in a long-running package. However, it is also plagued by shortcomings and a mighty bug too.
Inge Schwabe, 17 Oct 2019 22:51
GRID

GRID (2019) Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Racing Eldorado. Following F1 2019 and Dirt Rally 2.0, GRID is the third Codemasters racing game that we take for a benchmark check this year. Find out here whether the demands on the system turn out rather low, medium, or high.
Florian Glaser, 17 Oct 2019 19:09
Oct 16, 2019
Ghost Recon Breakpoint

Ghost Recon Breakpoint Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

A feast for the eyes. While in terms of its content, Ghost Recon Breakpoint is gathering reviews that are rather critical, the technology of this tactical shooter turns out to be quite impressive. Using several notebooks and desktop PCs, we tested which graphics card is needed for what settings.
Florian Glaser, 16 Oct 2019 20:13
MSI WP65 9TH Laptop Review: For Professionals on a Budget

76% MSI WP65 9TH Laptop Review: For Professionals on a Budget

Good looks, but barebones. The WP65 is a decent alternative to the entry-level Dell Precision 3000 series or the HP ZBook 15v series. However, core workstation users will find a lot of missing features on the WP65 when compared to most other mobile workstations.
Intel Core i7-9750H | NVIDIA Quadro P620 | 15.60" | 1.9 kg
Allen Ngo, 16 Oct 2019 09:46
Oct 15, 2019
Lenovo ThinkPad X395 Laptop Review: A fight for the hegemony of business laptops

89% Lenovo ThinkPad X395 Laptop Review: A fight for the hegemony of business laptops

AMD or Intel? AMD has been intensifying its competition with Intel recently, as increasingly more Ryzen-powered laptops have been appearing on the market lately. Lenovo has introduced AMD and Intel-powered versions of its 13.3-inch ThinkPad X39 series, the AMD version of which will be the focus of our review. The ThinkPad X390 impressed in our recent review, so how does the AMD-powered X395 do? Read on to find out whether it outdid the X390, along with the advantages and disadvantages of both models.
AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 3300U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 6 (Ryzen 2000/3000) | 13.30" | 1.3 kg
Christian Hintze, 15 Oct 2019 23:57
Lenovo Yoga C940-14IIL Laptop Review: Premium Ice Lake convertible is a strong competitor for the Dell XPS 13

88% Lenovo Yoga C940-14IIL Laptop Review: Premium Ice Lake convertible is a strong competitor for the Dell XPS 13

Ice Lake Yoga. Lenovo wants to bring its premium Yoga convertible to the next level, with the help of the latest Ice Lake CPUs from Intel. Compared with the predecessor, Lenovo has not changed much and instead has opted to work on a few weak-points. In our review, this strategy certainly pays off!
Intel Core i7-1065G7 | Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Ice Lake 64 EU) | 14.00" | 1.4 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 15 Oct 2019 19:43
Test Motorola One Zoom Smartphone

79% Motorola One Zoom Smartphone Review: the Motorola One smartphone that isn't really a One...

One camera to rule them all. The quad-camera system of Motorola's One Zoom is supposed to include the right lens for all of life's circumstances. Find out how the Motorola smartphone did and how it differs from previous Motorola One smartphones in our review.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 | Qualcomm Adreno 612 | 6.40" | 190 g
Marcus Herbrich, 15 Oct 2019 18:21
Oct 13, 2019
Kingston A2000 M.2 NVMe SSD Benchmarked

Kingston A2000 M.2 NVMe SSD Benchmarked

High performance at a reasonable price. Kingston wants to drive the price down for NVMe SSDs without having to sacrifice performance along the way. The A2000 series looks to have achieved this especially when compared to budget NVMe SSDs like the Toshiba BG3 series.
Allen Ngo, 13 Oct 2019 23:57
Oct 12, 2019
Honor Band 5 Fitness Tracker Review

Honor Band 5 Fitness Tracker Review: A Xiaomi Mi Band 4 alternative with hardly any weaknesses

Smart Band evolution. The Honor Band 5 hardly differs from its predecessor, at least visually. Nevertheless, Honor wants to have achieved some improvements with the fifth edition of its fitness tracker. Read on to find out what these are and what our major criticism of the Honor Band 5 is.
Marcus Herbrich, 12 Oct 2019 00:59
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