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Sep 30, 2019
Lenovo IdeaPad L340-15IRH

77% Lenovo IdeaPad L340 Gaming laptop review: Stiff ClickPad impacts gaming fun

The low price is the biggest plus. Lenovo has polished the chassis of the V155 a bit and put cheap, but also game-ready hardware into the 15-inch case. The result is the IdeaPad L340 Gaming, which has a price of less than 800 Euros (~$872). Of course, there is no high-end gaming here. In our review, we will show exactly where compromises need to be made.
Intel Core i5-9300H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile, 15.6", 2.1 kg
Mike Wobker, 30 Sep 2019 07:07
Sep 27, 2019
Lenovo ThinkPad T590 laptop review: The 4K display offers excellent image quality but requires a lot of energy

87% Lenovo ThinkPad T590 laptop review: The 4K display offers excellent image quality but requires a lot of energy

Image quality vs. battery life. The standard 1080p display in the ThinkPad T590 wasn't able to convince us in our review. Fortunately, Lenovo offers an optional 4K matte display that provides excellent image quality. However, you have to accept a loss in battery life in exchange.
Intel Core i7-8565U, NVIDIA GeForce MX250, 15.6", 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 27 Sep 2019 18:16
Review XIDU PhilBook Max Convertible: Dark touch screen and little performance

74% Review XIDU PhilBook Max Convertible: Dark touch screen and little performance

Too expensive. The PhilBook Max is a 14.1 inch convertible for just over 400 euros. The equipment is fine, but the manufacturer XIDU unfortunately relies on a dark display and a slow Celeron processor.
Intel Celeron J3355, HD Graphics 500, 14.1", 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 27 Sep 2019 16:07
Dell XPS 15 7590 Laptop Review: Is the base model with Core i5 and FHD panel sufficient?

86% Dell XPS 15 7590 Laptop Review: Is the base model with Core i5 and FHD panel sufficient?

A good multimedia notebook. Dell is one of the few manufacturers that also offers its 15-inch premium notebook without a dedicated graphics card. Is the version with the integrated GPU perhaps even the better choice if you don't want to use your laptop for gaming?
Intel Core i5-9300H, UHD Graphics 630, 15.6", 1.9 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 27 Sep 2019 03:13
Sep 26, 2019
Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 MK1 Laptop Review

81% Panasonic Toughbook FZ-55 MK1 Laptop Review

A tough cookie. The latest 14-inch Toughbook addresses many of the shortcomings of last year's model while retaining compatibility with all last generation accessories.
Intel Core i5-8365U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 2.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 26 Sep 2019 10:16
Aspire 7 A715 Laptop Review: Acer's upgrade giant with gaming potential and long battery life

84% Aspire 7 A715 Laptop Review: Acer's upgrade giant with gaming potential and long battery life

All-rounder with endurance. Acer's well-equipped 15.6-inch multimedia all-rounder handles all current computer games and represents them smoothly on the matte, Full HD, IPS display. A surprise is the excellent battery life.
Intel Core i5-9300H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile, 15.6", 2.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 26 Sep 2019 09:31
Sep 25, 2019
SK Hynix Gold S31 SSD Benchmarked

SK Hynix Gold S31 SSD Benchmarked

Gold performance for cheap. If you're in the market for an inexpensive 2.5-inch SATA III SSD, then the new SK Hynix Gold S31 should do the trick. The 250 GB version starts at just under $50.
Allen Ngo, 25 Sep 2019 18:48
Lenovo ThinkPad T495s Review: The AMD business laptop is good, but the fan is annoying

88% Lenovo ThinkPad T495s Review: The AMD business laptop is good, but the fan is annoying

More affordable is better? The ThinkPad T495s with the Ryzen 7 Pro 3700U is a serious alternative to the Intel-based T490s. The price in particular makes the device very interesting, since there are not many compromises compared to the Intel model.
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U, Vega 10, 14", 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 25 Sep 2019 16:42
Sep 24, 2019
HP ProBook 455R G6

80% HP ProBook 455R G6 Laptop Review: Better battery life thanks to Zen+

Improved multi-core performance too. The improved Zen+ cores of Raven Ridge APUs promise lower power consumption while also delivering slightly higher clock speeds than their predecessors. At first glance, the HP ProBook 455R G6 should also benefit from these innovations, which is reason enough for us to check how the business laptop compares against its predecessor. Read on to find out how this Ryzen 5 3500U 15.6-inch laptop performs in our tests.
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U, Vega 8, 15.6", 2 kg
Mike Wobker, 24 Sep 2019 19:12
Sep 21, 2019
No RTX? No Problem — Razer Blade 15 GTX 1660 Ti Base Model Laptop Review

84% No RTX? No Problem — Razer Blade 15 GTX 1660 Ti Base Model Laptop Review

Faster than any other Blade 15 GTX laptop. The GTX 1660 Ti is only marginally slower than the RTX 2060 in raw GPU horsepower while retailing for hundreds less and it manages to outperform the fastest Blade 15 Pascal configuration. Some hidden drawbacks like the slightly less accurate display and slower CPU performance detract only little from the overall experience.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile, 15.6", 2.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 21 Sep 2019 20:44
Dell Latitude 7400 Laptop Review: Even the high end is not free from weaknesses

87% Dell Latitude 7400 Laptop Review: Even the high end is not free from weaknesses

Business High End. Dell's 14-inch business laptop boasts a long battery life, an excellent keyboard and a fast NVMe SSD. The matte IPS display, however, could have a greater maximum brightness. In addition, the fan emits a high-pitched whistling noise.
Intel Core i7-8665U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.5 kg
Sascha Mölck, 21 Sep 2019 19:10
Sep 20, 2019
Lenovo V155-15API

75% Lenovo V155 Review: Budget laptop turns out as a storage giant

Optical drive optional. Lenovo advertises the V155 as a productivity platform for businesses. But a first glance at the notebook shows that buyers are looking at a device in one of the lower price ranges. Apart from this impression, our test reveals the real performance of the V155.
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U, Vega 8, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Mike Wobker, 20 Sep 2019 03:06
Sep 19, 2019
HP Spectre x360 13 Review: classy convertible foiled by its display

86% HP Spectre x360 13 Review: classy convertible foiled by its display

Eye candy. HP's Spectre x360 13 is a premium compact convertible that is powerful enough for day to day tasks and challenges, and it is equipped with a highly reflective 1080p display that could have been brighter.
Intel Core i7-8565U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 19 Sep 2019 23:22
 

81% ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462DA Convertible Review: A solid all-rounder, but not for outdoors

For number games The ZenBook Flip 14 attracts attention, not least because of its numeric keypad, which ASUS integrates within its trackpad. The pretty-looking convertible has a 360° hinge and packs an AMD processor, with a stylish design that puts it on par with its competitors. Laptops with AMD processors are on the rise, but currently remain rare. Read on to find out how the ZenBook Flip 14 fares in our tests.
AMD Ryzen 7 3700U, Vega 10, 14", 1.6 kg
Inge Schwabe, 19 Sep 2019 22:28
Lenovo ThinkPad E495 Laptop Review: Inexpensive office device with a lot of power, but without keyboard illumination

84% Lenovo ThinkPad E495 Laptop Review: Inexpensive office device with a lot of power, but without keyboard illumination

The AMD ThinkPad is slowed down in terms of equipment. The ThinkPad E495 offers more power than the Intel equivalent with its AMD Ryzen SoC, but the low-priced laptop is unnecessarily slowed down by the manufacturer in terms of equipment.
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U, Vega 8, 14", 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 19 Sep 2019 08:22
Sep 18, 2019
ZenBook on Steroids: Asus ZenBook Pro Duo UX581 Laptop Review

83% ZenBook on Steroids: Asus ZenBook Pro Duo UX581 Laptop Review

Two 4K screens on one laptop. Asus' latest ScreenPad Plus makes the Apple Touch Bar look like child's play. The unlocked Core i9 CPU, GeForce RTX graphics, 1 TB Samsung SSD, and soldered 32 GB of RAM are hefty specifications that come with an equally hefty chassis and price.
Intel Core i9-9980HK, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile, 15.6", 2.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 18 Sep 2019 16:44
Alcatel 3 2019

76% Alcatel 3 (2019) Smartphone Review: A cheap handset that runs smoothly

Surprisingly good. The Alcatel 3 (2019) immediately impressed us with its smooth performance. Read on to find out what hardware allows the 180-Euro (~US$199) device to perform so surprisingly well.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, Adreno 505, 5.9", 145 g
Mike Wobker, 18 Sep 2019 15:26
Sep 17, 2019
HP EliteBook x360 1030 G3 Laptop Review: An extremely bright convertible with a matte touchscreen and privacy features

88% HP EliteBook x360 1030 G3 Laptop Review: An extremely bright convertible with a matte touchscreen and privacy features

As bright as can be. HP is one of the few OEMs that sells business laptops with bright optional displays. The EliteBook x360 1030 G3 is one such device, which has an optional 700 cd/m² display. Read on to find out whether the display can live up to its billing and how it affects battery life. We shall be looking at the Sure View privacy filter that HP incorporates too.
Intel Core i7-8550U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 17 Sep 2019 13:41
Review of the Motorola One Action Smartphone

78% Motorola One Action Review: Motorola smartphone unfit for YouTube fans

Always in action? Motorola expands its One series with an industry first: A smartphone with an action camera. The Android One smartphone leaves a good impression as a whole package. However, it is not the perfect companion for everyone.
Samsung Exynos 9609, ARM Mali-G72 MP3, 6.3", 176 g
Marcus Herbrich, 17 Sep 2019 12:35
Sep 16, 2019
Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Review: The well-rounded mid-range gaming notebook is unable to reach its full performance potential

78% Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Review: The well-rounded mid-range gaming notebook is unable to reach its full performance potential

Discrete gamer. Thanks to the Core i5-9300H processor and the GeForce GTX-1650 graphics core, the IdeaPad is able to bring all the current computer games smoothly to the matte 17.3-inch display (FHD, IPS). They are accompanied by a NVMe SSD, 16 GB of working memory, and a good battery life. Unfortunately, the working memory is only able to run in single-channel mode.
Intel Core i5-9300H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile, 17.3", 2.5 kg
Sascha Mölck, 16 Sep 2019 21:22
Sep 13, 2019
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 2019 with Full HD laptop review: Brighter and longer battery life

91% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 2019 with Full HD laptop review: Brighter and longer battery life

The better display for mobile use. After the ThinkPad X1 Carbon 2019 with the matte WQHD display, we now take a look at the matte low-power 1080p panel with an advertised brightness of 400 nits.
Intel Core i7-8565U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.1 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 13 Sep 2019 20:52
Double Trouble: HP Omen X 2S 15 Laptop Review

82% Double Trouble: HP Omen X 2S 15 Laptop Review

The HP ScreenPad. Like Asus, HP is convinced that two screens is better than one. While the second screen on the Omen X 2S 15 is definitely crisper than what the Asus VivoBook S15 has to offer, be prepared for a lot of glare and potential brightness issues.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q, 15.6", 2.4 kg
Allen Ngo, 13 Sep 2019 17:36
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Review: The WQHD HDR panel convinces in the test, but makes only limited sense in an office laptop

87% Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Review: The WQHD HDR panel convinces in the test, but makes only limited sense in an office laptop

More pixels and less battery life. Like the ThinkPad X1 Extreme before it, the 14-inch ThinkPad T490 also gets a higher resolution WQHD panel with 100% AdobeRGB color-space coverage. The excellent image quality is countered by a reflective display surface and increased power consumption.
Intel Core i7-8565U, NVIDIA GeForce MX250, 14", 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 13 Sep 2019 15:20
KFA2 GeForce RTX 2060 Super (1-Click OC) - Custom RTX 2060 Super Series Model in Review

KFA2 GeForce RTX 2060 Super (1-Click OC) - Custom RTX 2060 Super Series Model in Review

RGB not required! After the release of Nvidia's Super graphics cards, manufacturers have now released their own versions of the new GeForce cards. Here, we take a closer look at the model from KFA2. In this review we try to determine whether the KFA 2 GeForce RTX 2060 Super 1-Click OC is worth it or if the Nvidia reference design is the better choice.
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Super (Desktop), 32"
Sebastian Bade, 13 Sep 2019 12:38
Control

Control Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Artistic synthesis. Developed by Remedy Entertainment, Control is a story-driven action-adventure that sends the main character through a constantly changing building. Read on to find out how this visual extravaganza plays on various desktop and laptop GPUs.
Florian Glaser, 13 Sep 2019 12:15
Lenovo ThinkPad T495 Review: business laptop with AMD processor, long battery life, and good display

89% Lenovo ThinkPad T495 Review: business laptop with AMD processor, long battery life, and good display

AMD is the better choice. Lenovo's ThinkPad T495 is finally a full-fledged AMD business notebook with almost no compromises compared to its T490 sibling with Intel CPU. It might even be the better choice for many office users thanks to its lower price.
AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3500U, Vega 8, 14", 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 13 Sep 2019 04:05
Sep 12, 2019
Asus VivoBook 14 X403FA Review: The elegant subnotebook offers a lot of endurance

84% Asus VivoBook 14 X403FA Review: The elegant subnotebook offers a lot of endurance

It runs, and runs and runs. Asus has equipped the VivoBook 14 with a 72-Wh battery that ensures an excellent battery life. The rest of the equipment is also right: a Core-i5 processor, 16 GB of working memory (dual-channel mode), an SSD, and a matte IPS display. A Windows operating system is not included.
Intel Core i5-8265U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 12 Sep 2019 14:05
Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ Smartphone Review: Optimised SoC promises better runtimes

88% Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ Smartphone Review: Optimised SoC promises better runtimes

The S-Pen and stunning display once again distinguish the Galaxy Note from its Galaxy S sibling. This year’s Galaxy Note is the first to feature a newer SoC than the Galaxy S that preceded it, so it will be intriguing to see what improvements the Exynos 9825 brings over the Exynos 9820. In many ways, the Note 10+ is a re-bodied Galaxy S10+ with a few tweaks and omissions. Read on to find out how the Note 10+ performs in this live review.
Update: Live Review completed.
Samsung Exynos 9825, ARM Mali-G76 MP12, 6.8", 196 g
Daniel Schmidt, 12 Sep 2019 00:29
Sep 11, 2019
Acer Swift 3 SF314-54 Laptop Review: An all-rounder at a great price

83% Acer Swift 3 SF314-54 Laptop Review: An all-rounder at a great price

Long-lasting. Acer's 14-inch model boasts a sleek, slim body, a Kaby Lake processor and good battery life. The rest of the equipment does not disappoint either: NVMe-SSD, matte IPS screen, key illumination. The RAM is a bit meager with 4 GB. The operating system is Windows 10 Home in S mode. The total package costs almost 400 Euros (~$444).
Intel Pentium Gold 4417U, HD Graphics 610, 14", 1.6 kg
Sascha Mölck, 11 Sep 2019 12:45
Sep 10, 2019
Dell Latitude 7300 Laptop Review: business subnotebook falls short of its performance goals

87% Dell Latitude 7300 Laptop Review: business subnotebook falls short of its performance goals

Small business professional with exceptional battery life. Intel's Whiskey Lake CPUs found their way into Dell's Latitude series. The redesigned Latitude 7300 features one as well, and it surprised us with its decent upgradeability (RAM) and long battery life. Unfortunately, not all that glitters is gold, and the laptop's CPU performance was the fly in the ointment.
Intel Core i7-8665U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.4 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 10 Sep 2019 23:33
Hot Ice: Dell XPS 13 7390 2-in-1 Core i3 Laptop Review

86% Hot Ice: Dell XPS 13 7390 2-in-1 Core i3 Laptop Review

Ice(Lake)borne. Dell's latest XPS convertible is unlike most Ultrabooks or convertibles we've tested this year simply because it checks off a long laundry list of uncommon features: Ice Lake-U, MagLev keyboard, vapor chamber, 13.4-inch touchscreen, and a 16:10 aspect ratio. The result is a travel-friendly convertible with one of the brightest and most well-calibrated displays we've seen for its category. Unfortunately, you'll have to give up some upgrades along the way that may impact longevity.
Intel Core i3-1005G1, UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU), 13.4", 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 10 Sep 2019 10:32
Sep 9, 2019
Xiaomi Mi A3

78% Xiaomi Mi A3 Smartphone Review – The price-performance king again!

Slimmed-down or improved? The Xiaomi Mi A3 again aims to offer a lot of mid-range features for little money. However, actually we are not only seeing improvements compared to the predecessor. Find out in our test whether the 2019 model is still worth it.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, Adreno 610, 6.09", 173.8 g
Florian Schmitt, 09 Sep 2019 16:37
Samsung Galaxy Note 10

86% Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Smartphone Review: Still the best business smartphone?

Is the Galaxy Note 10 merely a smaller version of the Note 10+, or is there more at hand? Well, the smaller battery, display, RAM, and storage all suggest so, but the Note 10 is more than just a scaled-down Note 10+. The inclusion of an S Pen should still help the Note 10 appeal to business users, as will it being cheaper than the Note 10+ too. Read on in this live review to find out our thoughts on this year’s baby Galaxy Note.
Update: Live Review finished.
Samsung Exynos 9825, ARM Mali-G76 MP12, 6.3", 168 g
Florian Schmitt, 09 Sep 2019 15:13
Sep 6, 2019
The Area-51m mini-me: Dell Alienware m15 R2 Laptop Review

83% The Area-51m mini-me: Dell Alienware m15 R2 Laptop Review

Those CPU temperatures — yikes! If you've ever wanted the 17.3-inch Alienware Area-51m desktop replacement but wished it was smaller, then the 15.6-inch Alienware m15 R2 should fit the bill. The new model is a complete design overhaul of last year's Alienware m15 R1 that unfortunately feels more like a lateral step sideways instead of a big leap forward.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Max-Q, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 06 Sep 2019 08:06
Sep 5, 2019
Acer Predator Helios 700

83% Acer Predator Helios 700 Laptop Review: Innovative gaming laptop with a lot of features

Switch it, baby. The brand-new Acer Predator Helios 700 is definitely one of the most exciting gaming notebooks of 2019. The positioning of its keyboard and touchpad can be changed thanks to a sliding mechanism, which gives the 17-inch device access to a lot of fresh air to cool its high-end hardware. Find out whether this idea actually works in our review.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Mobile, 17.3", 4.8 kg
Florian Glaser, 05 Sep 2019 14:21
Lenovo ThinkPad L490 laptop review: Whiskey Lake disappoints in office laptop

85% Lenovo ThinkPad L490 laptop review: Whiskey Lake disappoints in office laptop

Whiskey Lame We reviewed the ThinkPad L480 (87%) about a year ago, and we actually only criticized the dim display. Lenovo has now changed the display with the successor and also updated the processor. Nonetheless, "new" does not always mean "better", as our current review for the L490 shows.
Intel Core i5-8265U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.7 kg
Christian Hintze, 05 Sep 2019 01:26
Sep 4, 2019
MSI Prestige 14 Hands-On Laptop Review: Faster than ever and still great for content creators

MSI Prestige 14 Hands-On Laptop Review: Faster than ever and still great for content creators

A 16 mm bullet. MSI has packed the Prestige 14 with a powerful 10th generation Intel Core processor and a mid-range NVIDIA GPU, despite the device being just 16 mm thick. Can such a slim and light laptop keep these components cool? Our initial tests suggest so. Read on to find out more in this hands-on review.
Intel Core i7-10710U, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q, 14", 1.3 kg
Sebastian Jentsch, 04 Sep 2019 14:16
Sep 3, 2019
Dell Latitude 5500

83% Dell Latitude 5500 Review: A business laptop with many options

Matte touchscreen optional. Buyers of the Latitude 5500 have the choice among numerous equipment configurations that offer suitable elements for almost any demand in the business sector. In addition to various security features, there is optional LTE, as well as support for the coming Wi-Fi 6 standard. Our test shows what else buyers of the business notebook from Dell can expect.
Intel Core i7-8665U, UHD Graphics 620, 15.6", 1.9 kg
Mike Wobker, 03 Sep 2019 19:13
Sep 2, 2019
Corsair One i160

Corsair One i160 Gaming PC Review: A 12 litre machine with a Core i9-9900K and RTX 2080 Ti

Uncompromising performance! The Corsair One i160 is a compact gaming PC that packs extremely powerful hardware into an impressively small case. Corsair has included a proprietary and patented liquid cooling system to keep the Core i9-9900K and RTX 2080 Ti cool even during long gaming sessions, which it complements with 32 GB of DDR4-2666 RAM and plenty of storage. Read on to find out how well the Corsair One i160 performs in our tests and whether its liquid cooling system is up to scratch.
Intel Core i9-9900K, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti (Desktop), 32", 7.4 kg
Sebastian Bade, 02 Sep 2019 23:19
Gigabyte Aero 17 XA HDR Laptop Review: This is a *Really* Good 17-inch Laptop

86% Gigabyte Aero 17 XA HDR Laptop Review: This is a *Really* Good 17-inch Laptop

Better than an Asus Zephyrus. Gigabyte has just created one of the best 17.3-inch laptops in the market for both professionals and gamers alike. The system packs almost everything you'd want in an ultrathin package including both long battery life and high graphics performance - an uncommon combination.
Intel Core i9-9980HK, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q, 17.3", 2.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 02 Sep 2019 21:23
MageDok 15 Portable Monitor Review

MageDok 15 Portable Monitor Review

Too dim. The crowdfunded-Indiegogo MageDok portable monitor feels solid to the touch with a strong chassis design. Almost everything about the actual display, however, is a letdown at this early development stage.
15.6", 1 kg
Allen Ngo, 02 Sep 2019 06:31
HP ProBook x360 11 G4 EE laptop review: Robust convertible for schools

83% HP ProBook x360 11 G4 EE laptop review: Robust convertible for schools

Expensive. The robust ProBook convertible offers a fast SSD, silent operation and good battery life. The touchscreen can be used with the fingers as well as with a stylus. With a price of about 900 Euros (~$989), the device isn't among the cheap models.
Intel Core m3-8100Y, UHD Graphics 615, 11.6", 1.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 02 Sep 2019 00:11
Sep 1, 2019
MSI GP65 Leopard 9SE Laptop Review - The best screen on a mid-tier gaming laptop

84% MSI GP65 Leopard 9SE Laptop Review - The best screen on a mid-tier gaming laptop

Fantastic Plastic Machine. Despite some drawbacks in build quality and thermal management, the MSI GP65 Leopard is an excellent all-around gaming laptop for $1500. Surprisingly, the machine has one of the most color-accurate screens we have measured in a gaming laptop. The bright display backlight and 144 Hz refresh rate are icing on the cake.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Sam Medley, 01 Sep 2019 09:55
Aug 30, 2019
Asus Strix Hero III G731GV RTX 2060 Laptop Review - Not that Much Better than the G731GU GTX 1660 Ti

86% Asus Strix Hero III G731GV RTX 2060 Laptop Review - Not that Much Better than the G731GU GTX 1660 Ti

The hero we deserve? Can't decide between the Asus ROG G731GV with GeForce RTX 2060 or G731GW with GeForce RTX 2070? The G731GW offers 19 percent faster gaming performance without impacting temperatures for $400 more than the G731GV.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile, 17.3", 2.9 kg
Allen Ngo, 30 Aug 2019 18:12
Dell Latitude 5300

85% Dell Latitude 5300 Laptop Review: A small business laptop with LTE

With an optional anti-reflective touch screen. At just 13 inches, the Dell Latitude 5300 is a small and lightweight companion for everyday business. Users do not have to go without safety features and the maintenance options are reasonable. What else is in the small business laptop, we clarify in our review.
Intel Core i5-8365U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.4 kg
Mike Wobker, 30 Aug 2019 08:02
Aug 29, 2019
HP Envy 13 Review: A well-rounded subnotebook with a good number of features

85% HP Envy 13 Review: A well-rounded subnotebook with a good number of features

Privacy screen. HP's 13.3-inch subnotebook scores a lot of points for its slim and elegant exterior. Its inside values are impressive as well: a quad-core processor, a dedicated GeForce GPU and 8 GB of RAM (in dual-channel mode). Most importantly, the device's very bright IPS screen also supports HP's Sure View screen-protection technology.
Intel Core i7-8565U, NVIDIA GeForce MX250, 13.3", 1.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 29 Aug 2019 16:29
Aug 28, 2019
Dell Inspiron 7390 2-in-1 Black Edition Convertible Review

84% Dell Inspiron 7390 2-in-1 Black Edition Convertible Review

Take Two. The Inspiron 7390 2-in-1 might look very similar to its predecessor, but under the hood, a lot has changed. At $1250, the convertible packs a UHD display, Core i7-8565U, 16 GB RAM, and a 512 GB NVMe SSD. Is it the next convertible to beat?
Intel Core i7-8565U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.4 kg
Steve Schardein, 28 Aug 2019 08:09
Eurocom Nightsky RX15 (Clevo PB51RF, Core i9, 4K OLED) Laptop Review

86% Eurocom Nightsky RX15 (Clevo PB51RF, Core i9, 4K OLED) Laptop Review

Unlocked Core i9 with OLED. The Nightsky RX15 is one of the few narrow-bezel 15.6-inch laptops offering unlocked Core i9-9980HK CPU options. Meanwhile, its OLED option makes the system competitive against the Razer Blade 15, Alienware m15, and Gigabyte Aero 15 which all have similar OLED features.
Intel Core i9-9980HK, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Mobile, 15.6", 2.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 28 Aug 2019 08:09
Aug 27, 2019
HP Omen 17

85% HP Omen 17 Laptop Review: High-end gaming with some small limitations

A cost factor. Despite its high price, the current high-end configuration of the HP Omen 17 is still significantly cheaper than other RTX 2080 laptops. Find out whether the HP Omen 17 can keep up with its competition in aspects other than performance in our detailed review.
Intel Core i9-9880H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Mobile, 17.3", 3.3 kg
Florian Glaser, 27 Aug 2019 18:33
Aug 26, 2019
Medion Akoya E4253 Laptop Review: Long Runtime for a Small Amount of Money

80% Medion Akoya E4253 Laptop Review: Long Runtime for a Small Amount of Money

Silent surf machine. Just 250 Euros (~$278) is the price set by Medion for the 14-inch Akoya E4253. The laptop comes with a matte IPS Full HD display, Pentium Silver N5000 processor, silent operation and a good battery life.
Intel Pentium Silver N5000, UHD Graphics 605, 14", 1.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 26 Aug 2019 08:22
Aug 24, 2019
ASUS VivoBook 14 X412FJ Laptop Review: A compact 14-inch machine with performance issues

84% ASUS VivoBook 14 X412FJ Laptop Review: A compact 14-inch machine with performance issues

A compact all-rounder with fatal flaws. The VivoBook 14 scores well for its quad-core i5 processor, dedicated GPU, 8 GB of dual-channel RAM, SSD and matte IPS screen. However, there are some significant shortcomings, which our tests and review will reveal.
Intel Core i5-8265U, NVIDIA GeForce MX230, 14", 1.5 kg
Sascha Mölck, 24 Aug 2019 21:16
Aug 23, 2019
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 2019 Laptop Review: Slim workstation with stronger GPU and weaker CPU

88% Lenovo ThinkPad P1 2019 Laptop Review: Slim workstation with stronger GPU and weaker CPU

Turing refresh with CPU weakness. Lenovo has introduced the second generation of its slim, high-end ThinkPad P1 workstation into the market. Included on board are the newest Nvidia Quadro GPUs based on Turing, significantly brighter display options, and the newest Intel processors. However, the Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 2 shows some weaknesses in the CPU performance, of all things.
Intel Core i7-9850H, NVIDIA Quadro T1000 (Laptop), 15.6", 1.7 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 23 Aug 2019 18:30
Aug 22, 2019
Acer Aspire Nitro 5 Laptop Review: A gaming laptop with decent battery life

84% Acer Aspire Nitro 5 Laptop Review: A gaming laptop with decent battery life

A practical gaming laptop! Acer has proven several times with its Nitro 5 series that gaming laptops do not always have to be extremely expensive. The company is back again with a new 17.3-inch model that it equips with an Intel Core i7-9750H and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti, which should combine to create a solid foundation for this gaming laptop. Read on to find out how the latest Nitro 5 fares in our tests in this detailed review.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile, 17.3", 2.8 kg
Sebastian Bade, 22 Aug 2019 22:35
Aug 20, 2019
Honor 20

89% Honor 20 Smartphone Review: a quad camera in a midrange smartphone

In-screen cam and a lot of storage. Honor is pushing down the price for smartphones with high-end equipment. 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage as well as a quad camera sound great on paper and the other features look promising as well. Find out what the $500 phone really has to offer in our review.
HiSilicon Kirin 980, ARM Mali-G76 MP10, 6.26", 174 g
Mike Wobker, 20 Aug 2019 11:38
Aug 19, 2019
Blackview A60 Pro

76% Blackview A60 Pro Smartphone Review: A compelling offer?

A modern design on a budget. If you are looking for a smartphone for less than 100 Euros (~US$111) with good performance, a modern design, LTE and a fingerprint sensor, then the Blackview A60 Pro may be the device for you. Read on to find out if Blackview has done well and in what areas the A60 Pro struggles.
Mediatek Helio A22 MT6761, PowerVR GE8300, 6.1", 170 g
Florian Schmitt, 19 Aug 2019 16:23
Lenovo Ideapad L340-17API laptop review: 17.3-incher pleases with good battery life

81% Lenovo Ideapad L340-17API laptop review: 17.3-incher pleases with good battery life

There is no shortage of weaknesses. With the Ideapad L340-17API, Lenovo delivers a 17.3-inch laptop that can score points with a strong Ryzen 5 3500U APU, a solid state drive, good battery life and a quite good keyboard. Unfortunately, it does not lack weaknesses: In this case, a TN panel with unstable viewing angles is in use, and the RAM is only able to run in single-channel mode. In addition, there is no memory card reader.
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U, Vega 8, 17.3", 2.8 kg
Sascha Mölck, 19 Aug 2019 08:17
Aug 18, 2019
Eurocom Nightsky Ti15 (Clevo PB51RF) Laptop Review

87% Eurocom Nightsky Ti15 (Clevo PB51RF) Laptop Review

New age of narrow bezel Clevo laptops. Clevo is getting better at creating more visually attractive gaming laptops without sacrificing the core performance advantages that the series is known for. We only wish that it could be easier to service.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile, 15.6", 2.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 18 Aug 2019 01:37
Aug 17, 2019
Schenker Key 16 (Clevo P960EN-K) Review: The slim notebook pleases with a lot of computing power

84% Schenker Key 16 (Clevo P960EN-K) Review: The slim notebook pleases with a lot of computing power

Elegant, slim gamer. The powerful hardware of the Schenker Key 16 is able to bring all the current computer games smoothly to the matte 16.1-inch screen (FHD, IPS, 144 Hz). Schenker offers individual configuration options, such as up to three storage drives (2x M.2-2280, 1x 2.5-in) and up to 64 GB of working memory. In addition, the BIOS allows for undervolting of CPU and iGPU.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Max-Q, 16.1", 2.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 17 Aug 2019 19:17
Ulefone Armor 6E

76% Ulefone Armor 6E Smartphone Review – Outdoor Phone with Bargain Potential

At home outdoors. The Ulefone Armor 6E is strongly related to the Armor 6 and even the packaging's differences come down to just one sticker. The Armor 6E is cheaper and while it offers less storage space, it also comes with a more modern SoC and better protection against the elements. In this review, we are taking a look at the outdoor smartphone in order to determine if this makes it a bargain.
Mediatek Helio P70, ARM Mali-G72 MP3, 6.2", 268 g
Florian Schmitt, 17 Aug 2019 13:07
Samsung Galaxy A10

75% Samsung Galaxy A10 Smartphone Review: Power in plastic

60 FPS gaming at an affordable price. Unsurprisingly, Samsung has made some compromises for the cheapest model in its Galaxy A series. However, the Galaxy A10 is no slouch and performs well for a sub-US$200 smartphone. Read on to find out in what areas Samsung has done well and where the Galaxy A10 falls short of its pricier Galaxy A-series siblings.
Samsung Exynos 7884B, ARM Mali-G71 MP2, 6.2", 168 g
Florian Schmitt, 17 Aug 2019 01:03
Aug 16, 2019
Acer Predator Triton 500 Laptop Review: A Lot of Gaming Performance Despite the Slim Case

84% Acer Predator Triton 500 Laptop Review: A Lot of Gaming Performance Despite the Slim Case

New CPU, new luck. The ultra-flat Predator Triton 500 gaming notebook from Acer is now available with Intel's latest 9000 series processors. Learn how well the updated version performs in our test update.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q, 15.6", 2.1 kg
Florian Glaser, 16 Aug 2019 09:50
Aug 15, 2019
C-Force CF015C Portable Monitor Review

C-Force CF015C Portable Monitor Review

Portable, but not that portable. The 15.6-inch CF015C 4K UHD portable monitor is sleek and lightweight for easy carrying. Unfortunately, it relies on a clunky external hub and several cables to actually work.
15.6", 700 g
Allen Ngo, 15 Aug 2019 07:45
Aug 14, 2019
Lenovo Legion Y540 15IRH

82% Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH Laptop Review: A good gaming laptop with a GeForce GTX 1660 Ti GPU

A cheap gamer. The Legion Y540 may be touted as an RTX gaming laptop, but Lenovo also sells GTX variants that may be more suitable for the budget gamer. Switching to a GeForce GTX 1660 Ti drops the price by around 20% to 1,400 Euros (~US$1,565), which is a healthy saving. Read on to find out if Lenovo has made any other changes to keep the price down and how this GTX 1660 Ti-powered gaming laptop fares against its competitors.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Mike Wobker, 14 Aug 2019 18:26
Origin PC EVO16-S (Clevo P960RD) Review: A Rare 16.1-inch Gaming Laptop

85% Origin PC EVO16-S (Clevo P960RD) Review: A Rare 16.1-inch Gaming Laptop

16-inch display. Ever wanted a gaming laptop but felt that a 17.3-inch display might be too big and a 15.6-inch display might be too small? Then this high-power 16.1-inch Origin PC EVO16-S should fit the bill.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Max-Q, 16.1", 2.1 kg
Allen Ngo, 14 Aug 2019 09:17
Aug 13, 2019
Xiaomi Redmi 7A

83% Xiaomi Redmi 7A Smartphone Review – the cut-price phone

Surprisingly affordable. The Xiaomi Redmi 7A is available for $100. Its predecessor already had quite a lot to offer considering its low price. The Redmi 7A, at first glance, does not seem to offer a lot of changes. Can it keep up its great price-to-performance ratio?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, Adreno 505, 5.45", 165 g
Florian Schmitt, 13 Aug 2019 10:01
Lepow USB-powered Portable Monitor Review

Lepow USB-powered Portable Monitor Review

15.6-inch 1080p for cheap. The lightweight and narrow bezel 15.6-inch portable monitor has an attractive design with a high quality feel when held. The actual display, however, is reflective of the inexpensive price point.
15.6", 770 g
Allen Ngo, 13 Aug 2019 09:19
Aug 12, 2019
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X Desktop CPU Review: 12 cores meet Socket AM4

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X Desktop CPU Review: 12 cores meet Socket AM4

The attack of the 12-core! The Ryzen 3000 series has already impressed us, and now it is the turn of the 3900X to show us what it is capable of. We pit the Ryzen 9 against the Intel Core i9-9900K to see which can claim the gaming desktop CPU crown. Read on to find out which has the edge and which delivers the better overall package.
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X, RX Vega 64, 32"
Sebastian Bade, 12 Aug 2019 16:53
Aug 10, 2019
Chuwi LapBook Pro Laptop Review: An affordable 14-inch laptop with good battery life and wide colour gamut

79% Chuwi LapBook Pro Laptop Review: An affordable 14-inch laptop with good battery life and wide colour gamut

A handy companion. Chuwi's 14-inch laptop scores well for its sleek metal design, its silent operation, good battery life, its IPS display with stable viewing angles and a wide colour gamut. Added to that are keyboard backlighting and the option to expand the device with an M.2 SSD, both of which are welcome.
Intel Celeron N4100, UHD Graphics 600, 14", 1.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 10 Aug 2019 10:00
Power Overwhelming: Dell XPS 15 7590 Core i9 and GeForce GTX 1650 OLED Laptop Review

88% Power Overwhelming: Dell XPS 15 7590 Core i9 and GeForce GTX 1650 OLED Laptop Review

Pushing limits. The XPS 15 is back with new Core i9 options, new GTX Turing graphics options, and new 4K UHD OLED options. We test the highest-end configuration of the XPS 15 7590 to see what the latest series can offer when it's supposedly at its best.
Intel Core i9-9980HK, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Mobile, 15.6", 2 kg
Allen Ngo, 10 Aug 2019 08:43
Aug 8, 2019
Dell Inspiron 15 5000 5585 Laptop Review: An Excellent Alternative to Intel

80% Dell Inspiron 15 5000 5585 Laptop Review: An Excellent Alternative to Intel

Mobile Zen+ Ryzen 7 at its peak. The entry-level Inspiron 15 5585 sports the latest AMD Ryzen CPU with great results across the board. Graphics performance in particular is a leap ahead of the Intel UHD Graphics series that should satisfy casual gamers of Fortnite, Rocket League, and other undemanding titles.
AMD Ryzen 7 3700U, Vega 10, 15.6", 1.8 kg
Allen Ngo, 08 Aug 2019 10:28
Aug 7, 2019
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2019 Laptop Review: Aluminum Unibody & Great Speakers

90% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2019 Laptop Review: Aluminum Unibody & Great Speakers

AluPad with touch weakness. In a whole new look, Lenovo presents the flagship of its Convertible ThinkPads, the ThinkPad X1 Yoga 2019. The new, more compact aluminum case is convincing in the test, as well as many other features of the new X1 Yoga Gen 4. However, it has a flaw we did not expect. What this is, you will read in this detailed review!
Intel Core i7-8565U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.3 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 07 Aug 2019 15:20
AMD Ryzen 7 3700X Desktop CPU Review: A frugal 8 core and 16 thread processor

AMD Ryzen 7 3700X Desktop CPU Review: A frugal 8 core and 16 thread processor

Eight cores and still economical! AMD has continuously improved and optimised its Zen architecture since its inaugural release in 2017, with the company having just released its third generation in as many years. AMD manufactures its Zen 2 processors on the modern 7 nm process, which offers higher IPC than Zen+, among other improvements. Read on to find what the Ryzen 7 3700X, our first Zen 2 processor, can do and whether the jump to 7 nm offers as many benefits as promised.
AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, RX Vega 64, 32"
Sebastian Bade, 07 Aug 2019 00:30
Aug 6, 2019
Samsung Galaxy XCover 4s Smartphone Review

74% Rugged Smartphone Samsung Galaxy XCover 4s in Review: A Rarity for Outdoor Smartphone Fans

Blast from the past. After two years of research and development Samsung has finally released a successor to its Galaxy XCover outdoor smartphone. The XCover 4s not only comes with a robust case protected against dust and water ingress, but it also offers one special feature that almost no other outdoor cell phone can.
Samsung Exynos 7884B, ARM Mali-G71 MP2, 5", 172 g
Marcus Herbrich, 06 Aug 2019 22:52
Razer Blade Pro 17 RTX 2060 Laptop Review: How does it Compare to the RTX 2080 Max-Q?

89% Razer Blade Pro 17 RTX 2060 Laptop Review: How does it Compare to the RTX 2080 Max-Q?

Razor-sharp looks. The Blade Pro 17 has the fastest GeForce RTX 2060 we've tested thus far to be just 25 percent slower than the RTX 2080 Max-Q. Perhaps not coincidentally, it also costs about 25 percent less than the Blade Pro 17 RTX 2080 Max-Q SKU.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile, 17.3", 2.8 kg
Allen Ngo, 06 Aug 2019 08:58
Aug 5, 2019
Chuwi at its Best: Chuwi MiniBook Netbook Review

76% Chuwi at its Best: Chuwi MiniBook Netbook Review

Two times brighter than the Topjoy Falcon. The Chuwi MiniBook is surprisingly a well-balanced and versatile netbook with its respectable system performance, bright 1080p touchscreen, and selection of ports. The unorthodox keyboard layout and twitchy mouse button will take some getting used to.
Intel Celeron N4100, UHD Graphics 600, 8", 662 g
Allen Ngo, 05 Aug 2019 03:10
Aug 4, 2019
HP Gaming Pavilion 15 Laptop Review: A powerful yet pleasingly quiet gaming laptop

84% HP Gaming Pavilion 15 Laptop Review: A powerful yet pleasingly quiet gaming laptop

Consistent. The HP Gaming Pavilion 15 handles all modern games with ease on its matte 15.6-inch 1080p display thanks to its powerful hardware. The device can even make use of its 144 Hz refresh rate while remaining comparatively quiet too. 16 GB of dual-channel DDR4 RAM keeps the system ticking over, as does the 256 GB NVMe SSD.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q, 15.6", 2.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 04 Aug 2019 23:37
Amazon Fire 7 Kids Edition (2019)

77% Amazon Fire 7 Kids Edition (2019) Review: Well-Padded Tablet for Kids

Rugged on the outside, Fire on the inside. Take Amazon's latest Fire 7 tablet, stick it in a rugged and colorful case, and voilà: a Fire 7 Kids Edition. Parents are not only going to benefit from Amazon's 2-year worry-free warranty but also from software specifically aimed at children of various ages. Let us find out what this means in detail.
MediaTek MT8163 V/B 1.3 GHz, ARM Mali-T720 MP2, 7", 456 g
Mike Wobker, 04 Aug 2019 23:34
Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH

86% Lenovo Legion Y540 with RTX 2060 laptop review: Gaming laptop with good sound and 144 Hz panel

3 TB with SSD/HDD combo. Lenovo has given the Legion Y540 a small hardware upgrade and now included a GeForce RTX graphics card within the slim case. The space left for storage devices is very large. In our review we'll show the level of performance that the Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 provides.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Mike Wobker, 04 Aug 2019 12:35
Aug 2, 2019
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro

89% Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (Redmi K20 Pro) Smartphone Review: Not another Mi 9 with a pop-up camera

No Xiaomi Mi 9 killer. The Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, like its sister model Mi 9T, has a motorised pop-up front-facing camera to aid in the pursuit of the highest possible screen-to-body ratio. The device comes with a Snapdragon 855, 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of UFS 2.1 flash storage too, but Xiaomi has made cuts in some areas that hold it back from challenging the Mi 9. Read on to find out how the Mi 9T Pro, or should we say Redmi K20 Pro, performs in our tests and how it shapes up against the Mi 9.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, Adreno 640, 6.39", 191 g
Marcus Herbrich, 02 Aug 2019 19:27
Asus ROG Strix G GL531GV Laptop Review: Like a Zephyrus, but Cheaper

84% Asus ROG Strix G GL531GV Laptop Review: Like a Zephyrus, but Cheaper

Striking gold. Asus' Republic of Gamers lineup just got a lot bigger. The Strix G GL531 adds a splash of customizable LED colors to the series without impacting the overall performance we've come to expect from a gaming laptop. Fan noise when gaming could still use some improvement.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Mobile, 15.6", 2.4 kg
Allen Ngo, 02 Aug 2019 18:05
Honor 20 Pro

83% Honor 20 Pro Smartphone Review – Quad-Cam and a lot of Stamina

Camera quadruplets. Honor packs a whopping four photographic objectives on the rear of the Honor 20 Pro, which is a slight upgrade over the Honor 20's setup. Read in our test, whether it and the rather beefy battery justify the 100-Euro (~$111) premium for the Pro model.
HiSilicon Kirin 980, ARM Mali-G76 MP10, 6.26", 182 g
Florian Schmitt, 02 Aug 2019 15:18
Aug 1, 2019
NVIDIA RTX 2080 SUPER Desktop GPU Review: A high-end Desktop GPU without a home

NVIDIA RTX 2080 SUPER Desktop GPU Review: A high-end Desktop GPU without a home

Meaningful or superfluous? The RTX 2080 SUPER is the last RTX 20 SUPER Desktop GPU to enter our offices, and it is also the most powerful. Since AMD does not currently compete with NVIDIA in this performance class, it begs the question of why the team in green has even bothered to bring a facelifted RTX 2080 to the market. Read on to find out what benefits a full-bore TU104 brings, if any, and how the RTX 2080 SUPER fares against other high-end GPUs.
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super (Desktop), 32"
Sebastian Bade, 01 Aug 2019 20:06
Jul 31, 2019
Gigabyte Aero 15 OLED XA

84% Gigabyte Aero 15 XA Laptop Review: With OLED panel and 4K in a new design

RTX graphics in a slim case. While Gigabyte has discreetly changed the design of its Aero notebooks, it remains true to its previous line. With the Aero 15 OLED XA, buyers are greeted by a slim and powerful notebook with many connections. We find out in our test what performance exactly you can expect.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Mike Wobker, 31 Jul 2019 19:09
Sony IMX586 Comparison Review: Five 48 MP smartphones face-off in a camera duel

Sony IMX586 Comparison Review: Five 48 MP smartphones face-off in a camera duel

Massive megapixels. The Sony IMX586 is currently the most widely used camera sensor in the midrange to affordable flagship price segments. Our experiences with its image quality have varied from device to device though, so we have decided to put all the IMX586 equipped smartphones that we have already tested through their paces to see who comes out on top. Read on to find out how our five sample devices get on in this comparison review.
Daniel Schmidt, 31 Jul 2019 14:34
Jul 30, 2019
RugGear RG655

74% RugGear RG655 Smartphone Review: A pleasant outdoor handset with a few useful extras, and shortcomings

Guardian angel. Push-to-talk and Lone Worker Protection (LWS) are just a few of the functional benefits that RugGear has included on the RG655. The device looks relatively contemporary by outdoor smartphone standards, which makes a change. It is not all roses though, as we will discuss in the review below.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762, PowerVR GE8320, 5.5", 196 g
Inge Schwabe, 30 Jul 2019 18:53
LG Q60

82% LG Q60 Smartphone Review: Triple Camera Smartphone with Assistant Button

HD+ und DTS:X 3D on board. LG brings a triple camera in the middle class and with the Q60 in particular, puts multimedia applications in the foreground. The 19:9 screen and a good sound should be the main highlights, but the Google Assistant with integrated LG voice commands gets even greater importance. In our test we check how the interaction works.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762, PowerVR GE8320, 6.26", 172 g
Mike Wobker, 30 Jul 2019 16:23
Jul 29, 2019
Wiko View 3 Smartphone Review

81% Wiko View 3 Review: The affordable smartphone turns out as an endurance champion

XXL battery life with some compromises. According to Wiko, the View 3 is the first smartphone with a triple camera in the price range below 200 Euros (~$223). Find out in our review of the Wiko smartphone whether the endurance champion of the View 3 series deserves a recommendation.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762, PowerVR GE8320, 6.26", 178 g
Marcus Herbrich, 29 Jul 2019 14:04
Asus ROG Strix Hero III G731GW Review - a colorful laptop with compromises

85% Asus ROG Strix Hero III G731GW Review - a colorful laptop with compromises

Bright lights, small flaws. Asus' new ROG Hero III G731GW packs tons of features, lots of lights, and a powerful RTX GPU into a well-built and well-designed chassis. A few annoyances make the G731GW fall short of perfection, but the overall package is excellent.
Intel Core i7-9750H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Mobile, 17.3", 2.9 kg
Sam Medley, 29 Jul 2019 10:08
Jul 28, 2019
Lenovo Legion Y540-17IRH in Review: Mid-Range Gamer Makes Full Use of its Core i5

82% Lenovo Legion Y540-17IRH in Review: Mid-Range Gamer Makes Full Use of its Core i5

Conspicuously subtle. Lenovo's mid-range gaming laptop is able to run all current PC games smoothly on its matte 17.3-inch screen (144 Hz, FHD, IPS), thanks to its Core i5-9300H processor and its GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics card. A maintenance hatch allows users to easily swap the RAM and storage. The iGPU, which is disabled by default, can be enabled via the BIOS to improve battery life.
Intel Core i5-9300H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Mobile, 17.3", 2.8 kg
Sascha Mölck, 28 Jul 2019 15:07
Samsung Galaxy S10 5G Smartphone Review: A turbocharged S10 with a cutting-edge addition

87% Samsung Galaxy S10 5G Smartphone Review: A turbocharged S10 with a cutting-edge addition

First! Samsung announced the Galaxy S10 5G at MWC 19, but it has taken a while to arrive in Europe. It is bigger, has more cameras and has a larger battery than its S10 siblings, but there are some trade-offs too. Samsung has not managed to eradicate the issues we had with the rest of the S10 series, either. Read on to find out more in this detailed review.
Samsung Exynos 9820, ARM Mali-G76 MP12, 6.7", 198 g
Daniel Schmidt, 28 Jul 2019 04:27
Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Laptop Review: A Business Laptop but no TrackPoint

86% Lenovo ThinkBook 13s Laptop Review: A Business Laptop but no TrackPoint

More IdeaPad than ThinkPad? The ThinkBook series is Lenovo’s latest attempt at introducing a new brand upon the laptop market. The ThinkBooks are designed to excel in productive applications while offering a more modern design than their ThinkPad counterparts. Read on to find out whether Lenovo has achieved this with the ThinkBook 13s in our detailed review.
Intel Core i5-8265U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 28 Jul 2019 04:22
Jul 26, 2019
Samsung Galaxy A20e Review: Top equipment at a budget price

76% Samsung Galaxy A20e Review: Top equipment at a budget price

A good deal. Spending a lot of money for a smartphone? It doesn't have to be like that, Samsung says, presenting its affordable entry-level Galaxy A20e for 179 Euros (~$199). It is able to score with astonishingly comprehensive equipment, offering an octa-core SoC, a dual camera, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, dual SIM, and VoLTE, among other things.
Samsung Exynos 7884B, ARM Mali-G71 MP2, 5.8", 141 g
Manuel Masiero, 26 Jul 2019 15:50
Honor 20 Lite

85% Honor 20 Lite Review: Selfie Smartphone with GPU Turbo

Primary plus-AI triple-camera. Honor once again challenges the market by attacking the lower mid-range segment. At less than 300 Euros (~$334), buyers receive a triple-camera as the main shooter, a full 32 MP on the front, lots of storage space and a turbo mode for the GPU. In this review, we try to determine how well the Honor 20 Lite fares in practice.
HiSilicon Kirin 710, ARM Mali-G51 MP4, 6.21", 164 g
Mike Wobker, 26 Jul 2019 13:50
AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT Review: Known issues of the reference design

AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT Review: Known issues of the reference design

Navi vs. Turing. The 7-nm Navi 10 chip is more energy-efficient than Polaris and Vega chips. However, the cooling solution of the Radeon RX 5700 XT fails to impress in our review. The GPU performs as expected and is well-suited for 1440p gaming. In this review, we examine how the RX 5700 XT stacks up against Nvidia’s Turing-based GPUs.
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, Radeon RX 5700 XT (Desktop), 32"
Sebastian Bade, 26 Jul 2019 11:59
Smartphone Camera Comparison: Google Pixel 3a vs Samsung Galaxy A70 vs Xiaomi Mi 9T

Smartphone Camera Comparison: Pixel dominance in the midrange

One to rule them all. The Google Pixel 3a, Samsung Galaxy A70 and Xiaomi Mi 9T are all recent additions to an already crowded midrange, with them all boasting about their camera capabilities. Having recently reviewed all three, we thought it was about time to pit them against each other in a camera comparison test while comparing their results against some of the best flagships on the market.
Marcus Herbrich, 26 Jul 2019 09:21
AMD Radeon RX 5700 review: With 7 nm to success?

AMD Radeon RX 5700 review: With 7 nm to success?

Competitive thanks to Navi! That AMD has 7-nm graphics cards on the market is no big secret since the Radeon VII was the pioneer in the matter of 7 nm with AMD. With the Navi graphics cards, AMD is also now bringing the small manufacturing process to the upper mid-range of desktop graphics cards. But it's not only the structural width that's received a makeover because the GPU itself is based on a new architecture called RDNA. You can find out how well the AMD Radeon RX 5700 performed in our review.
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, Radeon RX 5700 (Desktop), 32"
Sebastian Bade, 26 Jul 2019 06:11
Jul 25, 2019
Total War: Three Kingdoms Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Total War: Three Kingdoms Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Great battles, high demands. Total War: Three Kingdoms pits you as one of twelve legendary warlords to unite a torn China under a new dynasty during an era of three empires. Do not underestimate the system requirements though, as the game’s graphically intensive battles push even the most powerful GPUs to their limits in UHD on the ultra preset.
Daniel Puschina, 25 Jul 2019 21:17
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER Desktop GPU Review: In touching distance of the GeForce RTX 2080

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER Desktop GPU Review: In touching distance of the GeForce RTX 2080

Is everything SUPER? NVIDIA is pitching its refreshed RTX line-up against AMD and its Navi series. In this review, we will take a closer look at the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER Founders Edition to see not only how it stacks up against other NVIDIA RTX cards but also the Radeon RX 5700 XT.
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super (Desktop), 32"
Sebastian Bade, 25 Jul 2019 21:11
Oukitel K9

80% Oukitel K9 smartphone review: Gigantic smartphone at an affordable price

Gigantic Android phablet from China. The Oukitel K9 sets out to be one of the cheapest smartphones with a display size that goes beyond 7 inches. Alongside the large display, it also offers a big battery and an up-to-date Android Pie system. In which areas Oukitel cut corners with the K9 in the end, we will show in our review.
Mediatek Helio P35 MT6765, PowerVR GE8320, 7.12", 232 g
Mike Wobker, 25 Jul 2019 14:36
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 2019 WQHD Live Review: Still the reference among business laptops?

90% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 2019 WQHD Live Review: Still the reference among business laptops?

Even slimmer and lighter, but the keyboard takes a step in the wrong direction. The ThinkPad X1 Carbon is Lenovo's flagship business laptop and primarily convinced us with its portable chassis in recent years, without sacrificing ports or performance. The 7th generation is even more compact and gets new display options. Is the 2019 ThinkPad X1 Carbon with the WQHD screen as successful as the previous models or is the 2018 model the better choice? Update: Case, input devices, CPU Undervolting
Intel Core i7-8665U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.1 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 25 Jul 2019 11:59
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