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Jan 13, 2019
Alldocube X Tablet Review

80% Alldocube X Tablet Review

Samsung AMOLED for cheap. How much tablet can $270 buy you? The Alldocube integrates a fair number of high-end features not normally found on budget models like a fingerprint reader, very thin chassis, and 2560 x 1600 resolution AMOLED touchscreen. This is one of the better tablets available in its price range so long as users can look past the short battery life and inaccurate colors.
Mediatek MT8176, PowerVR GX6250, 10.5", 496 g
Allen Ngo, 13 Jan 2019 21:34
Jan 11, 2019
Lenovo Yoga C630 WOS (Snapdragon) Convertible Review

82% Lenovo Yoga C630 WOS (Snapdragon) Convertible Review

Truly Mobile. The $940 Lenovo Yoga C630 WOS convertible, powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 850 Mobile Compute Platform, promises exceptional battery life, always-connected and always-on flexibility, and brisk performance, all in a super light, passively-cooled design. Can it live up to its promises?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 850, Adreno 630, 13.3", 1.2 kg
Steve Schardein, 11 Jan 2019 19:23
HP Pavilion 15-cs0003ng

80% HP Pavilion 15 (Core i5-8250U, NVIDIA MX130) Laptop Review

Core i5 Pavilion. After reviewing the AMD variant of the HP Pavilion 15, we now have the Intel Core i5 version with an NVIDIA GeForce MX130 GPU in for testing. The design remains the same and is finished to a high quality. Read on to find out what to expect from the Intel variant of the Pavilion 15 and how it compares against its AMD sibling.
Intel Core i5-8250U, NVIDIA GeForce MX130, 15.6", 1.9 kg
Mike Wobker, 11 Jan 2019 17:26
Jan 10, 2019
Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia 5X) Smartphone Review

85% Nokia 5.1 Plus (Nokia 5X) Smartphone Review

Fratricide? The Nokia 5.1 Plus not only performs better than the Nokia 5.1 but also better than the Nokia 6.1, despite what Nokia’s number system may have led you to believe. In-house competition or just confusing numbers?
Mediatek Helio P60, ARM Mali-G72 MP3, 5.8", 162 g
Florian Schaar, 10 Jan 2019 13:18
Huawei Mate 20 X

85% Huawei Mate 20 X Smartphone Review

And it gets bigger. After much confusion, Huawei announced that it would be releasing the Mate 20 X in Austria and Germany. The giant 7.2-inch phone has now arrived at our offices and is ready to put through its paces. Read on to find out whether this €900 (~$1037) beast is worth the money.
HiSilicon Kirin 980, ARM Mali-G76 MP10, 7.2", 232 g
Mike Wobker, 10 Jan 2019 10:25
Acer TravelMate X3410 (i7, MX130, FHD) Laptop Review

84% Acer TravelMate X3410 (i7, MX130, FHD) Laptop Review

Affordable underdog. In the enterprise-laptop market, avoiding Dell, Lenovo or HP is hardly possible, but Acer wants to have a piece of that lucrative market segment as well. The Acer TravelMate X3410 is made to appeal to business customers, but will it be able to win-out over the well-established competition? To find out more, read this in-depth review.
Intel Core i7-8550U, NVIDIA GeForce MX130, 14", 1.7 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 09 Jan 2019 20:04
Jan 6, 2019
Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (Ryzen 5 Pro, Vega 8, FHD) Laptop Review

88% Lenovo ThinkPad A285 (Ryzen 5 Pro, Vega 8, FHD) Laptop Review

Business machine with AMD power! The new design now accommodates an AMD system and is called A285 within the ThinkPad A-series. We check how the 12-inch AMD-powered device can compete with the Intel-based competition.
AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U, Vega 8, 12.5", 1.1 kg
Sebastian Bade, 06 Jan 2019 11:27
Jan 5, 2019
Oukitel WP1

80% Oukitel WP1 Smartphone Review

Robust. The Oukitel WP1 is a mid-range smartphone designed for the great outdoors. The Oukitel smartphone surprises with its 150-Euro ($171) price tag, given the kind of hardware it brings to the table. The Oukitel WP1 is also water-proof and very robust.
Mediatek Helio P23 MT6763V, ARM Mali-G71 MP2, 5.45", 256 g
Marcus Herbrich, 05 Jan 2019 23:12
HP Pavilion x360 (Core i3-8130U, 256 GB SSD) Convertible Review

80% HP Pavilion x360 (Core i3-8130U, 256 GB SSD) Convertible Review

Bad development. HP refreshes the Pavilion x360 convertible with an Intel Core i3 CPU for 700 Euros (~$797). The manufacturer wants to stir up the convertible market with this strategy. We see some potential, but there are some major drawbacks.
Intel Core i3-8130U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.6 kg
Nino Richizzi, 05 Jan 2019 00:41
Jan 4, 2019
OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition

89% OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition Smartphone Review

The Thrill of Speed. The McLaren Edition is a slightly redesigned model with a new charging technology based on the OnePlus 6T. Accessories are aplenty, but is the special edition worth the $150 premium over the regular device? Find out in our review.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Adreno 630, 6.41", 185 g
Florian Schmitt, 04 Jan 2019 23:38
Lenovo Legion Y730-15ICH (i5-8300H, GTX 1050 Ti) Laptop Review

83% Lenovo Legion Y730-15ICH (i5-8300H, GTX 1050 Ti) Laptop Review

Flagship features, mainstream price. The Legion Y730 is the higher-end alternative to the Legion Y530 and legion Y7000 with flagship-like features including per-key RGB lighting, Thunderbolt 3, and dedicated Macro keys. It's just too bad that current SKUs are limited to the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti.
Intel Core i5-8300H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 04 Jan 2019 21:30
Asus RoG Zephyrus S GX531GM (i7-8750H, GTX 1060, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

85% Asus RoG Zephyrus S GX531GM (i7-8750H, GTX 1060, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

Unusual. Asus wraps the technology of the Zephyrus S in a thin and compact case. The hardware is able to render every current game smoothly on the matte 144-Hz IPS display. The possibilities to upgrade the device are very limited.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile, 15.6", 2.1 kg
Sascha Mölck, 04 Jan 2019 20:35
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 (Core i5, 256 GB) Laptop Review

85% Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 (Core i5, 256 GB) Laptop Review

Great display, relatively weak connectivity. The new Surface Laptop 2 from Microsoft is a slightly reworked version of the old model with an up-to-date processor. Overall, this creates a well-balanced package. We are particularly happy with the 3:2 screen. Unfortunately, the manufacturer has not improved connectivity.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.5", 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 04 Jan 2019 17:28
Medion Erazer X6805

85% Medion Erazer X6805 (Core i7-8750H, GTX 1060, FHD) Laptop Review

Great value for money While gaming notebooks are becoming more expensive and many manufacturers are outperforming each other with new maximum prices, Medion continues to deliver well-priced laptops. Read on to find out how the Erazer X6805 performs against other budget gaming laptops.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile, 15.6", 2.5 kg
Florian Glaser, 04 Jan 2019 14:36
Test Toshiba Portege X30T-E

87% Toshiba Portege X30T-E (i7-8550U, UHD620) Laptop Review

The better Surface? With the Portege X30T, Toshiba delivers a convertible whose exterior is hardly distinguishable from that of its big Microsoft competitor. At a similarly high price but with many included accessories, we might have a strong-performing alternative here. However, many aspects remain hidden in the detail, and we will reveal them in our review.
Intel Core i7-8550U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.4 kg
Mike Wobker, 04 Jan 2019 11:25
Jan 3, 2019
Acer Swift 3 SF314-55 (i3-8145U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

86% Acer Swift 3 SF314-55 (i3-8145U, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

RAM stinginess. Acer's 14-inch notebook features an elegant and small case, a Whiskey Lake Core i3 CPU, and decent battery life. While its SSD, its matte IPS display, and its keyboard backlight are state-of-the-art in 2018, the RAM is not: Acer only includes 4 GB.
Intel Core i3-8145U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.5 kg
Sascha Mölck, 03 Jan 2019 17:37
ZTE Axon 9 Pro

89% ZTE Axon 9 Pro Smartphone Review

Revived. After ZTE was almost completely banned from using Google’s software, it makes a comeback with a rather high-end smartphone. Read our review to learn what you can expect from ZTE’s Axon 9 Pro, which retails for around 600 Euros ($683).
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Adreno 630, 6.21", 179 g
Mike Wobker, 03 Jan 2019 00:14
Jan 2, 2019
Chuwi HiPad Tablet Review

75% Chuwi HiPad Tablet Review

HiValue. The Chuwi HiPad retails for around $200 USD with compelling specifications such as its 1200p touchscreen, deca-core Helio X27 SoC, 3 GB RAM, and Android 8.0 software. Actual performance, however, is still reflective of the super-budget category.
MediaTek Helio X27 MT6797X, ARM Mali-T880 MP4, 10.1", 490 g
Allen Ngo, 02 Jan 2019 22:40
Dec 31, 2018
The Best Low-Light Camera Smartphones of 2018 – Comparison Review

The Best Low-Light Camera Smartphones of 2018 – Comparison Review

Light into the dark! All smartphone manufacturers want you to believe that their smartphone has the best camera. This year, we have chosen to compare the camera capabilities of seven flagship smartphones released in 2018. We will also consider more left-field candidates that have good camera specifications on paper. Read on to find out which 2018 flagship has the best camera for low-light photography.
Daniel Schmidt, 31 Dec 2018 00:31
Dec 30, 2018
Lenovo V130-14IGM (Pentium Silver N5000, SSD, HD) Laptop Review

77% Lenovo V130-14IGM (Pentium Silver N5000, SSD, HD) Laptop Review

Well-rounded. Lenovo has equipped its V130-14IGM with an Intel Pentium Silver N5000 quad-core processor, which is on par with a Broadwell Core i3. Add to that a fast SSD and good battery life, and the sub-250 Euro (~$285) 14-inch laptop looks like an enticing package. The device has its drawbacks though, particularly as it has an unconvincing display and does not come with an OS installed.
Intel Pentium Silver N5000, UHD Graphics 605, 14", 1.6 kg
Sascha Mölck, 30 Dec 2018 15:09
Dec 29, 2018
Motorola Moto E5

81% Motorola Moto E5 Smartphone Review

Larger E. The Motorola Moto E5 offers a large screen and large battery at a small price. However, for about 130 Euros (~$149; usually $100 in the US, currently on sale for $70) you can also get some good deals from other manufacturers. We find out in our test whether the Moto E5 is able to stand out.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 (MSM8917), Adreno 308, 5.7", 174 g
Florian Schmitt, 29 Dec 2018 13:57
Dec 28, 2018
Acer Aspire ES 17 ES1-732 (N4200, 1 TB HDD, HD+) Laptop Review

72% Acer Aspire ES 17 ES1-732 (N4200, 1 TB HDD, HD+) Laptop Review

Simple office laptop. Acer's new budget 17.3-inch laptop features an Apollo Lake processor, plenty of storage and a decent keyboard. In short, the Aspire ES 17 ES1-732 is a simple office laptop that is suited for home use.
Intel Pentium N4200, HD Graphics 505, 17.3", 2.8 kg
Sascha Mölck, 28 Dec 2018 13:13
Asus ZenBook 13 UX333FA (i5-8265U) Laptop Review

84% Asus ZenBook 13 UX333FA (i5-8265U) Laptop Review

Smaller footprint than the XPS 13. The "ErgoLift" design is a visual delight as it allows for a strong lid with narrow bezels on all four sides of the screen. Nevertheless, some cut corners prevent the system from being a must-have against its competitors.
Intel Core i5-8265U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 28 Dec 2018 10:35
Dec 27, 2018
Lenovo Chromebook C330 Laptop Review

82% Lenovo Chromebook C330 Laptop Review

Dream Chromebook? The Lenovo Chromebook C330 is one of the most balanced Chromebooks to cross our review desk. While there are some weak points (notably the keyboard and port selection), these are minor flaws in an otherwise excellent package.
Mediatek MT8173C, PowerVR GX6250, 11.6", 1.2 kg
Sam Medley, 27 Dec 2018 16:51
Huawei P Smart 2019

85% Huawei P Smart (2019) Smartphone Review

Bigger. Smarter. Sharper. The new smartphone from Huawei, the P Smart 2019, can be described with these three words. The performance has been increased significantly and the smartphone runs the latest version of Android (9.0 Pie). However, in the course of our review, we observed several drawbacks that we also saw in our review of the predecessor.
HiSilicon Kirin 710, ARM Mali-G51 MP4, 6.2", 160 g
Mike Wobker, 27 Dec 2018 15:17
Dec 26, 2018
Honor Magic 2

88% Honor Magic 2 Smartphone Review

The Magic Phone. Unfortunately, Honor does not officially sell or distribute the Honor 2 in Europe. Officially, Honor claims that the intelligence built into the Magic 2 was designed to make life easier for the Chinese, and it would not work at all in countries outside of China. However, there is something cooking, and Huawei's subsidiary is working on bringing the Magic 2 to other countries as well. We have decided to take a quick look at Honor's high-end smartphone.
HiSilicon Kirin 980, ARM Mali-G76 MP10, 6.39", 209 g
Inge Schwabe, 26 Dec 2018 22:44
Dec 24, 2018
Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (FHD, Core i7-8565U) Laptop Review

86% Lenovo Yoga S730-13IWL (FHD, Core i7-8565U) Laptop Review

Meagre model. Lenovo is trying to make a splash in the compact ultrabook market by giving its laptops a makeover. The company has introduced new branding, the latest Intel CPUs and slimmer cases, but has it done enough to disrupt an already saturated market? Read on to find out whether its first non-convertible Yoga laptop, the Yoga S730-13IWL, or confusingly the 730s-13IWL in North America, can challenge its competitors.
Intel Core i7-8565U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.1 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 24 Dec 2018 09:53
Lenovo Yoga Book C930 (i5-7Y54, LTE, E-Ink) Convertible Review

84% Lenovo Yoga Book C930 (i5-7Y54, LTE, E-Ink) Convertible Review

3-in-1 convertible. The new Yoga Book has an E-Ink display instead of a keyboard and can be considered a combination of a laptop, a tablet and an e-reader. On top of that, you can also digitalize text and drawings with this all-rounder. The device is based on its predecessor from 2016 but offers many changes and improvements. For instance, it provides better performance. On the other hand, it has also dropped at least one feature. Is the 2018 Yoga Book worth twice the price of the old version? Find out in our detailed review.
Intel Core i5-7Y54, HD Graphics 615, 10.8", 778 g
Christian Hintze, 24 Dec 2018 00:55
Dec 23, 2018
XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy OC+ 8GB Desktop GPU Review

XFX Radeon RX 590 Fatboy OC+ 8GB Desktop GPU Review

Successful upgrade. AMD will not be offering us an entirely new GPU series this year. Instead, AMD has launched another Polaris Refresh GPU: the RX 590, produced in a 12-nm process. This enables significantly higher clock rates compared to the RX 580 but only slight improvements in terms of power consumption. Find out whether the Polaris 30 chip is still worth a try in our review.
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X, Radeon RX 590, 32"
Sebastian Bade, 23 Dec 2018 10:45
Dec 22, 2018
Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018)

88% Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) Smartphone Review

Connect four? The Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018)'s unique selling point is certainly its back camera with a grand total of four lenses. Nevertheless, the mid-range smartphone surprised us in other disciplines in our tests, keeping pace with other Samsung S series phones.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, Adreno 512, 6.3", 183 g
Marcus Herbrich, 22 Dec 2018 16:02
Dec 21, 2018
HP x2 210 G2 (x5-Z8350, eMMC, WXGA) Convertible Review

77% HP x2 210 G2 (x5-Z8350, eMMC, WXGA) Convertible Review

Old wine in old skins. Hewlett Packard's 10.1-inch convertible comes with an IPS touchscreen, decent battery life, and soundless operation to boot. Its performance is fairly limited - HP opted for an outdated Atom x5 processor.
Intel Atom x5-Z8350, HD Graphics 400 (Braswell), 10.1", 1.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 21 Dec 2018 21:38
Samsung Galaxy J4 Plus (2018) Smartphone Review

79% Samsung Galaxy J4 Plus (2018) Smartphone Review

6-inch bargain. If you are looking for a budget smartphone with a large display, dual SIM and LTE functionality, then you should look no further than the Galaxy J4 Plus (2018). The device is well-designed, offers solid performance, and it is identical, except for a few details, to the more expensive Galaxy J6 Plus.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 (MSM8917), Adreno 308, 6", 178 g
Manuel Masiero, 21 Dec 2018 18:18
Dec 18, 2018
Purism Librem 13 v3 Laptop Review

Purism Librem 13 v3 Laptop Review

Luxury Linux. The Librem 13 is a privacy-focused Linux laptop from Purism, a boutique Linux OEM. While the device looks beautiful at first glance, software limitations and hardware bugs cripple the laptop and keep us from recommending it.
Intel Core i7-6500U, HD Graphics 520, 13.3", 1.4 kg
Sam Medley, 18 Dec 2018 17:28
CAT B35

69% CAT B35 4G Smartphone Review

Simply sturdy. The CAT B35 is a robust feature phone that has been designed for use in extreme environments. The device includes a 4G modem, but its apps selection is underwhelming. Read on to find out whether the CAT B35 is good enough for everyday use.
Qualcomm 205, Adreno 304, 2.4", 130 g
Florian Schmitt, 18 Dec 2018 17:27
Dec 17, 2018
Intel Core i7-9700K Desktop CPU Review

Intel Core i7-9700K Desktop CPU Review

The perfect gaming CPU! The Intel Core i7-9700K now must prove itself in our tests, with the Core i9-9900K having shown its worth last month. The Core i7-9700K lacks Hyper-Threading support, which makes it directly comparable to its predecessor, the Core i7-8700K. Read on to find whether the Core i7-9700K has the edge over its older sibling and how the CPU fares against the AMD competition.
Intel Core i7-9700K, AMD Radeon RX Vega 64, 32"
Sebastian Bade, 17 Dec 2018 15:58
Dec 16, 2018
Lenovo Legion Y530-1060

84% Lenovo Legion Y530 (i7-8750H, GTX1060) Laptop Review

Makes a lot of wind. The Lenovo Legion Y530 does not waste much time with questions about the design, but delivers a lot of performance for an affordable price instead. After the review of the GTX 1050 Ti SKU, we now have a look at the model with the more powerful GTX 1060. What can users expect from this laptop?
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Mike Wobker, 16 Dec 2018 10:56
Razer Blade Stealth (i7-8565U, GeForce MX150) Laptop Review

86% Razer Blade Stealth (i7-8565U, GeForce MX150) Laptop Review

An Ultrabook for gamers. The new Blade Stealth proves that not all GeForce MX150 GPUs are created equal. It's the fastest 13.3-inch Ultrabook we've tested with graphics performance just shy of a GTX 960M all in a sleek package the size of a MacBook Pro 13.
Intel Core i7-8565U, NVIDIA GeForce MX150, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 16 Dec 2018 02:40
Dec 15, 2018
BQ Aquaris C

80% BQ Aquaris C Smartphone Review

Well-equipped. BQ aims to pack a lot of features in its low-priced smartphone: Solid hardware, fast-charging and a good camera. It sounds like a pretty good deal, but you should read our review to find out whether it really is one.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 (MSM8917), Adreno 308, 5.45", 150 g
Florian Schmitt, 15 Dec 2018 12:23
Dec 14, 2018
Chuwi Hi9 Plus Tablet Review

82% Chuwi Hi9 Plus Tablet Review

A flagship challenger? The Chuwi Hi9 Plus is a well-equipped all-rounder that would serve as a good notebook replacement for some people. The Hi9 Plus is competitively priced at around US$230 on its own and approximately US$340 with its accessories.
MediaTek Helio X27 MT6797X, ARM Mali-T880 MP4, 10.8", 550 g
Florian Schaar, 14 Dec 2018 17:46
HP Pavilion Gaming 15 (i7-8750H, GTX 1050 Ti, Optane Memory, FHD) Laptop Review

83% HP Pavilion Gaming 15 (i7-8750H, GTX 1050 Ti, Optane Memory, FHD) Laptop Review

Mid-range gamer. The Coffee Lake hexa-core processor and the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti graphics card can display all current games smoothly on the matte Full HD IPS display. On top of that, the device offers 8 GB of RAM in dual-channel mode, Intel Optane Memory and a decent keyboard. However, it also has some weaknesses.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile, 15.6", 2.4 kg
Sascha Mölck, 14 Dec 2018 11:43
Dec 12, 2018
Review AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X (12 cores, 24 threads)

Review AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X (12 cores, 24 threads)

Recommendable! The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X is the more affordable model of AMD's latest Threadripper generation. At $649 it is priced similarly to Intel's Core i9-9900K. Find out in our extensive review which one of these two is the better deal, and whether or not the "cheap" Threadripper can be a threat for its bigger and more powerful sibling.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X, RX Vega 64, 32"
Redaktion, 12 Dec 2018 22:30
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (24 Core, 48 threads) Desktop CPU Review

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (24 Core, 48 threads) Desktop CPU Review

A pure workhorse! After our closer look at the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X, we have also got our hands on its sibling, the Threadripper 2970WX. The 2970WX has 24 cores and can execute up to 48 threads, which is another eight cores and 16 threads more than the 2950X has. The latter has a 500 MHz higher base clock speed and a 200 MHz higher boost clock speed though, although the 2970WX has a 70 W higher TDP. Read on to find out how the 2970WX compares against other Threadripper APUs and whether it is worth its hefty US$1,299 price tag.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX, RX Vega 64, 32"
Sebastian Bade, 12 Dec 2018 17:02
Asus VivoBook S13 S330UA (i7, FHD) Laptop Review

85% Asus VivoBook S13 S330UA (i7, FHD) Laptop Review

Small rose. There are countless compact 13.3-inch laptops on the market. This should come as no surprise, since laptops such as the Dell XPS 13 are ideal companions for day-to-day life. With the Asus VivoBook S13 S330UA, we are testing a new model from Asus that is slightly cheaper than the popular XPS 13 from Dell.
Intel Core i7-8550U, UHD Graphics 620, 13.3", 1.2 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 12 Dec 2018 15:00
Alienware m15 (i7-8750H, GTX 1070 Max-Q) Laptop Review

87% Alienware m15 (i7-8750H, GTX 1070 Max-Q) Laptop Review

Alien on a diet. Alienware's first ultra-thin laptop maintains the spirit of the original Alienware 15 R4 while propelling the series forward into the super-light gaming category. Of course, some sacrifices had to be made when moving to a smaller design, but it's mostly a success especially in terms of Turbo Boost performance and chassis rigidity.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Max-Q, 15.6", 2.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 12 Dec 2018 08:44
Dec 11, 2018
HTC U12 Life

83% HTC U12 Life Smartphone Review

The perfect Bokeh. HTC positions the U12 Life as a smartphone with amazing camera effects to suit and satisfy everyone's artistic needs and wishes. In addition, it is also capable of 4K video recording, is supposed to feature a high-performance SoC, and long battery life. Let's find out which claims will hold up to our review and which ones will fall victim to an overly zealous marketing department.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, Adreno 509, 6", 175 g
Mike Wobker, 11 Dec 2018 21:12
HP Omen 15 (i7-8750H, GTX 1070 Max-Q, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

86% HP Omen 15 (i7-8750H, GTX 1070 Max-Q, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

Compact gaming racer. The Omen 15 brings all the current computer games smoothly to the matte Full HD display. Hewlett-Packard uses a very responsive 144-Hz IPS panel here, and the rest of the equipment is also all right: NVMe SSD, 32 GB of working memory, Thunderbolt 3.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Max-Q, 15.6", 2.5 kg
Sascha Mölck, 11 Dec 2018 19:31
Toshiba Tecra A50-E-110

83% Toshiba Tecra A50-E-110 (Core i5-8250U, 256 GB SSD, 8 GB RAM) Laptop Review

Simple but modern. The Toshiba Tecra A50 is a sleekly designed and modern looking 15.6-inch laptop that Toshiba has equipped with modern hardware. Read on to find out for whom the A50 is suited and what performance buyers can expect from this quad-core laptop.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 15.6", 2 kg
Mike Wobker, 11 Dec 2018 12:16
Dec 10, 2018
Notebookcheck Gaming PC

Notebookcheck Gaming PC

Fit for the future. We regularly update our fleet of desktops and laptops to keep up with the latest gaming benchmarks and now is time for us to update the former. This article is dedicated to our latest main testing platform that will serve as the foundation on which we will conduct future benchmark articles of the most recent games.
Intel Core i9-9900K, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 (Desktop)
Florian Glaser, 10 Dec 2018 14:09
Dec 9, 2018
Dell Inspiron 14 5000 5482 2-in-1 (i7-8565U) Convertible Review

78% Dell Inspiron 14 5000 5482 2-in-1 (i7-8565U) Convertible Review

Affordable convertible. The 14-inch Inspiron convertible starts pretty cheap at under $600 USD for both a 1080p touchscreen and a modern Whiskey Lake-U CPU. We go more in-depth on the system to find out what else it may be hiding when compared to the competition.
Intel Core i7-8565U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.8 kg
Allen Ngo, 09 Dec 2018 08:10
Dec 8, 2018
Darksiders III

Darksiders III Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Out of nowhere. At the end of November without any hype in the press, the third installment in the Darksiders series came out. We examine whether it is a good or a bad sign with our performance analysis.
Florian Glaser, 08 Dec 2018 22:56
Just Cause 4

Just Cause 4 Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Rampage. Just Cause 4 is a real adventure playground like its predecessors. Read on in our benchmark article to find out which graphics cards are best for creating chaos.
Florian Glaser, 08 Dec 2018 19:46
Asus VivoBook S15 S530UN (i7, FHD, MX150) Laptop Review

83% Asus VivoBook S15 S530UN (i7, FHD, MX150) Laptop Review

Greenhorn. The most important feature of the Asus VivoBook S15 S530UN is its green case color. However, this does not necessarily mean that it is a bad laptop. We tested this Asus laptop to uncover its strength and weaknesses.
Intel Core i7-8550U, NVIDIA GeForce MX150, 15.6", 1.8 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 08 Dec 2018 18:00
BlackBerry Key2 LE

84% BlackBerry KEY2 LE Smartphone Review

Light Times. Anyone who appreciates a smartphone with a physical keyboard, but does not want to fork out for an expensive device should consider the BlackBerry KEY2 LE. The cheaper version of the KEY2 has decent hardware for its price, but is it a business bargain?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, Adreno 509, 4.5", 156 g
Florian Schmitt, 08 Dec 2018 12:02
Dec 7, 2018
Dell Inspiron 15 7000 2-in-1 Black Edition (i7-8565U, MX150) Convertible Review

83% Dell Inspiron 15 7000 2-in-1 Black Edition (i7-8565U, MX150) Convertible Review

Premium Inspiron. The Inspiron 15 7000 2-in-1 Black Edition’s sleek metal construction and attractive display bring the Inspiron machines ever closer to the XPS line. With its Core i7 CPU, GeForce MX150 dedicated graphics, solid-state drive, and UHD screen, can this $1,333 configuration redefine the brand?
Intel Core i7-8565U, NVIDIA GeForce MX150, 15.6", 2.1 kg
Steve Schardein, 07 Dec 2018 05:03
Dec 6, 2018
Eurocom Tornado F7W (i9-9900K, Quadro P5200) Workstation Review

86% Eurocom Tornado F7W (i9-9900K, Quadro P5200) Workstation Review

Core i9-9900K and Quadro P5200 in one laptop. For about $5000+ USD, professional users can get what is essentially a high-end desktop wrapped in a 17.3-inch chassis. Performance is indubitably fast, but not as fast as it could have been in regards to the CPU.
Intel Core i9-9900K, NVIDIA Quadro P5200, 17.3", 4.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 06 Dec 2018 09:39
Dec 3, 2018
Farming Simulator 19

Farming Simulator 19 Laptop and Desktop Benchmarks

Room for improvement. As expected, the 2019 edition of the popular and successful Farming Simulator has stormed the sales charts this winter. Read on to find out how well Farming Simulator 19 runs on different systems and what hardware is required to run the game smoothly at different resolutions and graphics levels.
Florian Glaser, 03 Dec 2018 23:14
Nokia 2.1

75% Nokia 2.1 Smartphone Review

Budget 2.1. The Nokia 2.1 succeeds the Nokia 2 and manages to be both cheaper and more powerful than its predecessor. The amount of RAM and flash storage are still meagre though, but the device runs Android One Oreo Edition, which should mean that it remains updated with the latest security patches. Find out in our review for whom the Nokia 2.1 is suited and what buyers can expect from the device.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 (MSM8917), Adreno 308, 5.5", 174 g
Mike Wobker, 03 Dec 2018 19:27
Dec 1, 2018
Acer Nitro 5

77% Acer Nitro 5 (Ryzen 7 2700U, Radeon RX 560X, FHD) Laptop Review

A rare sight. While Intel and Nvidia still call the shots in the high-end segment, AMD is quite well-positioned in affordable laptops. The best example is the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42 with a Ryzen 7 2700U and Radeon RX 560X, which can be purchased for less than 1000 Euros (~$1132). Do the competitors need to shiver? We will find out!
AMD Ryzen 7 2700U, Radeon RX 560X (Laptop), 15.6", 2.4 kg
Florian Glaser, 01 Dec 2018 18:56
MSI Aegis 3 8RD

89% MSI Aegis 3 8RD (Core i7-8700, GTX 1070, 16 GB) Desktop PC Review

Compact gaming PC! The MSI Aegis 3 8RD is a compact gaming PC that is equipped with an Intel Core i7-8700 processor and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 GPU. Hence, the Aegis 3 is powerful enough on paper to handle all modern games. The whole thing is packed in a stylish case with RGB lighting. Find out in our review whether MSI’s latest compact gaming PC impresses in our tests and whether it is a worthwhile purchase.
Intel Core i7-8700, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 (Desktop)
Sebastian Bade, 01 Dec 2018 17:19
Xiaomi Mi Mix 3

89% Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 Smartphone Review

From old to new. The Xiaomi Mi Mix 3 makes use of tried and tested technology, a sliding mechanism and an almost bezel-less and, more importantly, notch-free design. But the latest offspring of the Mi Mix series also has another surprise in store.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Adreno 630, 6.39", 218 g
Marcus Herbrich, 01 Dec 2018 09:42
Nov 30, 2018
 

90% Razer Phone 2 Smartphone Review

Game On. Razer is getting ready for round two. Following the first real gaming smartphone named simply, Phone, they have introduced the - surprise - Phone 2. Don't be fooled by its lackluster name though: the Phone 2 is everything but boring. Let's take a look at what the brand-new gaming smartphone can do and what its weaknesses are.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Adreno 630, 5.72", 219 g
Inge Schwabe, 30 Nov 2018 23:06
Xiaomi Redmi 6

82% Xiaomi Redmi 6 Smartphone Review

The sixth iteration... The Redmi 6 is part of Xiaomi's very affordable smartphone series, aiming again to offer a lot of smartphone for little money. However, in the meantime, other manufacturers also offer good affordable smartphones. Our test clarifies whether the Redmi 6 is still a very good deal.
Mediatek Helio P22 MT6762, PowerVR GE8320, 5.45", 146 g
Florian Schmitt, 30 Nov 2018 12:41
Lenovo Legion Y7000 (i7-8750H, GTX 1060) Laptop Review

82% Lenovo Legion Y7000 (i7-8750H, GTX 1060) Laptop Review

Grown-up gamer. A Lenovo Legion laptop with no hint of red? The Y7000 is a more mature step forward that drops the gaudy glossy look of older Lenovo gaming laptops for a smoother and more uniform narrow-bezel design. The end result is a notebook without all the bright or eccentric colors often associated with powerful gaming machines.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile, 15.6", 2.4 kg
Allen Ngo, 30 Nov 2018 09:55
Nov 28, 2018
Huawei Mate 20 Smartphone Review

90% Huawei Mate 20 Smartphone Review

Insider tip. The Huawei Mate 20 is largely identical to its 200-Euro (~$225) more expensive sibling, the Mate 20 Pro. Read on to find out whether the Mate 20 is worth the money and its differences from the Mate 20 Pro.
HiSilicon Kirin 980, ARM Mali-G76 MP10, 6.53", 188 g
Manuel Masiero, 28 Nov 2018 17:23
Samsung 860 QVO SSD (SATA, 2.5 inch) Review

Samsung 860 QVO SSD (SATA, 2.5 inch) Review

The affordable 860 model. Samsung has added a new model for the SATA-3 connection to its 860 series. In addition to the Evo and the Pro, now there is also the 860 QVO, which is significantly more affordable than its siblings (in theory). Our test clarifies where you have to lower your sights for the reduced price.
29"
Christian Hintze, 28 Nov 2018 09:19
Nov 27, 2018
Nokia 7.1

84% Nokia 7.1 Smartphone Review

Nokia 7.ONE. HMD's Nokia 7.1 is based on Android One, and thus free of unnecessary apps, most commonly referred to as bloatware. The result is supposed to be a minimalistic and fast system, designed to run even more demanding apps. Find out in our review whether or not this turned out to be true, and how the Nokia 7.1 did when compared to its rivals.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, Adreno 509, 5.84", 160 g
Mike Wobker, 27 Nov 2018 23:24
Battlefield V

Battlefield 5 Notebook and Desktop Benchmarks

The best-looking FPS with only minor graphics improvements. Although the engine underpinning Battlefield V has hardly improved from its predecessor, the latest game in the Battlefield series is one of the prettiest PC games around. Read on to find how well Battlefield V runs in our benchmark tests. You will also learn what the system requirements are.
Florian Glaser, 27 Nov 2018 12:47
Nov 26, 2018
Google Pixel 3 XL

84% Google Pixel 3 XL Smartphone Review

Giant Pixel. Now in its third generation of Pixel smartphones, Google wants to tempt potential buyers away from its competitors with exclusive software features. However, affordable prices are a thing of the past as the Pixel 3 XL costs up to $999. Find out in our detailed review whether the Pixel 3 XL is worth the money.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Adreno 630, 6.3", 184 g
Florian Schmitt, 26 Nov 2018 15:06
Google Pixel 3

84% Google Pixel 3 Smartphone Review

No flagship. The Google Pixel 3 is an expensive smartphone, which retails for US$799 (£739). However, it must compete against comparably equipped but considerably cheaper competitors. Find out in our detailed review whether Google has corrected the issues we had with the Pixel 2 and how the company’s new flagship fares against its competitors.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Adreno 630, 5.5", 148 g
Mike Wobker, 26 Nov 2018 14:36
Nov 25, 2018
HP ZBook Studio G5 (i7, P1000, 4K) Workstation Review

84% HP ZBook Studio G5 (i7, P1000, 4K) Workstation Review

Metal Gear Solid. The ZBook Studio is now available in its third iteration – though it may seem a bit odd that this model is named "G5". Apart from the weird naming, the ZBook Studio G5 seems to be a promising piece of hardware with a combination of many desirable features: A large battery, a 4K display and a Unibody chassis – what could go wrong?
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA Quadro P1000, 15.6", 2.1 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 25 Nov 2018 01:13
Nov 23, 2018
HP Spectre Folio 13 (i5-8500Y) Convertible Review

86% HP Spectre Folio 13 (i5-8500Y) Convertible Review

Timeless leather. HP is putting a new spin on laptop convertibles inspired by antique cameras and wristwatches. The one-of-a-kind leather design is both premium and classic, but its size, weight, and features fall a bit short compared to the sleek and modern metal Ultrabook.
Intel Core i7-8500Y, UHD Graphics 615, 13.3", 1.5 kg
Allen Ngo, 23 Nov 2018 19:39
Asus ROG Phone

88% ASUS ROG Phone Smartphone Review

Let's ROG Stop Zen! After years of calm, ASUS has blown the mobile gaming world open with its first smartphone. The ROG Phone has more up its sleeve than a fast processor, plenty of RAM and energetic marketing material. ASUS has integrated trigger buttons into the Phone’s frame, a dock connector and included an active cooler in the box. Find out in our detailed review whether the ROG Phone does enough to score top marks.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Adreno 630, 6", 212 g
Inge Schwabe, 23 Nov 2018 14:39
 Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018)

86% Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) Smartphone Review

All good things come in threes. According to our tests, the highlight of the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) is not its triple camera. It is another hardware element that beats every other mid-range smartphone.
Samsung Exynos 7885, ARM Mali-G71 MP2, 6", 168 g
Marcus Herbrich, 23 Nov 2018 14:11
Nov 21, 2018
Amazon Fire HD 8 (2018) Tablet Review

77% Amazon Fire HD 8 (2018) Tablet Review

New edition. Amazon has updated its 8-inch Fire HD 8 tablet but kept the price at its low level; the tablet still starts at just $80. Most notable updates: Alexa and wireless charging.
MediaTek MT8163 V/B 1.3 GHz, ARM Mali-T720, 8", 363 g
Manuel Masiero, 21 Nov 2018 23:40
Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018, LTE, 256 GB) Tablet Review

90% Apple iPad Pro 12.9 (2018, LTE, 256 GB) Tablet Review

Strong and expensive. The release of the third generation of Apple’s huge tablet has coincided with a complete redesign that shares more design cues with the new iPhone XS series than classic iPhones. Apple has equipped its most-expensive tablet with its most-powerful ARM SoC, Face ID, high volume storage options, support for a new Apple Pencil and much more, including a massive mark-up in price.
Apple A12X Bionic, A12X Bionic GPU, 12.9", 633 g
Daniel Schmidt, 21 Nov 2018 13:03
Nov 20, 2018
Acer Switch 7 Black Edition

82% Acer Switch 7 Black Edition (i7-8550U, MX150) Convertible Review

2 in 1 with an MX150. Acer’s flagship convertible, the Switch 7 Black Edition, offers powerful hardware and an innovative fanless cooling solution. Both the Intel Core i7-8550U and the Nvidia GeForce MX150 are cooled without any fans. You can learn how well this works out in everyday life by reading our review.
Intel Core i7-8550U, NVIDIA GeForce MX150, 13.5", 1.6 kg
Mike Wobker, 20 Nov 2018 14:21
HP ZBook Studio x360 G5 (i7, P1000, FHD) Workstation Review

83% HP ZBook Studio x360 G5 (i7, P1000, FHD) Workstation Review

Special combination. HP has added another new model to its ZBook Studio series, which are expensive premium-workstations. The special thing about this new ZBook Studio is that it is a convertible. Can the combination of a workstation and a convertible work out in reality? Learn more by reading this comprehensive review!
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA Quadro P1000, 15.6", 2.4 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 20 Nov 2018 12:15
Asus ZenBook 14 UX433F (i7-8565U) Laptop Review

84% Asus ZenBook 14 UX433F (i7-8565U) Laptop Review

All screen. The new ZenBook 14 has a mind-boggling 92 percent screen-to-body ratio to best even the XPS 13. How did Asus manage to achieve such narrow bezels on all four sides of the display while still offering 100 percent sRGB and Whiskey Lake-U?
Intel Core i7-8565U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.2 kg
Allen Ngo, 20 Nov 2018 09:00
Nov 19, 2018
Fallout 76

Fallout 76 Notebook and Desktop Benchmarks

Stale post-apocalypse. Fallout 76 has been received poorly by critics and players. Bugs, missing NPCs, weak story; the list of shortcomings is seemingly endless. Unfortunately, the game engine will not win many plaudits either, as we will discuss in our benchmark article.
Florian Glaser, 19 Nov 2018 20:23
Intel Core i5-8500T (6 cores, 6 Threads, 2.1 GHz, 35 W) Desktop CPU Review

Intel Core i5-8500T (6 cores, 6 Threads, 2.1 GHz, 35 W) Desktop CPU Review

A frugal all-rounder - AMD has already refreshed its economical APUs that are designed for multimedia use. Intel has followed suit with new frugal processors based on its Coffee Lake architecture. Our focus for this review is the Core i5-8500T, a 35-W TDP chip that has six cores and an integrated GPU. We will be investigating how well the new CPU performs in this review and whether it can handle the latest triple-A games.
Intel Core i5-8500T, AMD Radeon RX Vega 64, 32"
Sebastian Bade, 19 Nov 2018 20:13
Nokia 5.1 Smartphone Review

75% Nokia 5.1 Smartphone Review

Entry-level device with low stamina - With the Nokia 5, the Finnish manufacturer addresses less demanding smartphone users. As per usual, Nokia's design is subtle and elegant. The specifications are rather modest, which is why at 200 Euros (~$228), it is not exactly cheap.
Mediatek Helio P10 MT6755, ARM Mali-T860 MP2, 5.5", 151 g
Florian Schaar, 19 Nov 2018 12:02
Hitman 2

Hitman 2 Notebook and Desktop Benchmarks

Sandbox experience. Just like its 2016 predecessor, Hitman 2 offers very expansive levels, which can be completed in a wide variety of ways. You can learn how well the game performs with the help of our performance analysis.
Florian Glaser, 19 Nov 2018 04:14
Nov 18, 2018
Lenovo Legion C530 Cube (i5-8300, GTX 1050 Ti) Mini PC Review

Lenovo Legion C530 Cube (i5-8300, GTX 1050 Ti) Mini PC Review

Ready to go. Lenovo is making it real easy for mainstream gamers who just want an affordable pick-up-and-play gaming PC without the hassle. Beginner builders will find a lot to like about the Legion C530 even if it's missing a few common features.
Intel Core i5-8400, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (Desktop), 8.9 kg
Allen Ngo, 18 Nov 2018 19:39
Nov 17, 2018
Xiaomi Redmi 6A

81% Xiaomi Redmi 6A Smartphone Review

Next-gen budget smartphone. With the Redmi 6A, Xiaomi presents the successor of the affordable Redmi 5A, keeping it at the same price while improving the equipment significantly. We evaluate in our review what improvements are waiting for the buyer of the 90-Euro (~$102; starting at $90 in the US) smartphone and how it fares against the competitors.
Mediatek Helio A22 MT6762M, PowerVR GE8320, 5.45", 145 g
Mike Wobker, 17 Nov 2018 18:44
Huawei MateBook D 14 W50F (Core i5-8250U, 8 GB, 256 GB) Laptop Review

87% Huawei MateBook D 14 W50F (Core i5-8250U, 8 GB, 256 GB) Laptop Review

Office or business? The Huawei MateBook D 14 W50F sits between both segments. The stylish case and plentiful security features point towards the laptop being an expensive business laptop. However, Huawei preinstalls Windows 10 Home and has equipped the device with few ports, which aligns the W50F with cheaper office laptops. The real drawback is less to do with the laptop’s classification though.
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 14", 1.5 kg
Sven Kloevekorn, 17 Nov 2018 14:27
Nov 15, 2018
Acer Chromebook R 11 (N3160, eMMC, HD) Convertible Review

81% Acer Chromebook R 11 (N3160, eMMC, HD) Convertible Review

Better thanks to the Play Store. Acer’s 11.6-inch Chromebook convertible offers a touch-enabled IPS display and silent operation. Thanks to the inclusion of the Google Play Store, users can install countless Android apps on Acer’s Chromebook.
Intel Celeron N3160, HD Graphics 400 (Braswell), 11.6", 1.3 kg
Sascha Mölck, 15 Nov 2018 10:17
Nov 14, 2018
MSI P65 8RF - Creator

87% MSI P65 Creator 8RF (i7-8750H, GTX 1070 Max-Q, 512 GB SSD, 144 Hz) Laptop Review

Well-dressed high performer! MSI's Prestige series promises desktop-level performance while maintaining maximum mobility at the same time. We have decided to take a closer look at whether MSI managed to keep its promises. At first glance, the device seems to keep its word, and a hexa-core CPU and GTX 1070 are great for much more than just working.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Max-Q, 15.6", 1.9 kg
Sebastian Bade, 14 Nov 2018 22:32
Oukitel WP2 Smartphone Review

76% Oukitel WP2 Smartphone Review

Power bank with a display. The Oukitel WP2 combines the two favorite aspects of Chinese smartphones: a robust presentation and huge batteries. But can the rest of the equipment keep up as well?
Mediatek MT6750T, ARM Mali-T860 MP2, 6", 364 g
Florian Schaar, 14 Nov 2018 17:35
Sharp D10

85% Sharp Aquos D10 Smartphone Review

Sharp photos. The Sharp Aquos D10 is attempting to win the hearts of shoppers with its camera that has optical zoom and its almost bezel-free design. The D10 has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 SoC and dual 12 & 13 MP PDAF cameras. Read on to find out whether the D10 can perform as good as it looks.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, Adreno 508, 5.9", 165 g
Mike Wobker, 14 Nov 2018 14:54
Nov 13, 2018
Intel NUC Kit NUC8i7BEH (i7-8559U) Mini PC Review

Intel NUC Kit NUC8i7BEH (i7-8559U) Mini PC Review

Now with Coffee Lake-U and Thunderbolt 3. Intel has refreshed its lineup of NUC mini PCs under the brand new Bean Canyon platform that integrates Iris Plus graphics and a Coffee Lake-U CPU. Results are as expected with CPU performance most similar to the i7-8550U but with greatly improved GPU performance over the UHD Graphics 620.
Intel Core i7-8559U, Iris Plus Graphics 655, 683 g
Allen Ngo, 13 Nov 2018 18:42
Umidigi Z2

82% Umidigi Z2 Smartphone Review

Colorful. The case of the Umidigi Z2 attracts with its changing colors and the hardware also offers sufficient room for more-demanding tasks. We evaluate in our test whether the Z2 is able to assert itself against the competitors.
Mediatek Helio P23 MT6763V, ARM Mali-G71 MP2, 6.2", 165 g
Mike Wobker, 13 Nov 2018 02:15
Nov 12, 2018
Sony Xperia XZ3

88% Sony Xperia XZ3 Smartphone Review

Videos in 4K HDR. The Sony Xperia XZ3 is the company’s latest premium smartphone and one that has numerous features that are designed to enhance camera quality, sound, system performance and make the device easier to use. The XZ3 has a 6-inch OLED display, the likes of which we have seen in many other modern high-end smartphones, but its lack of a notch distinguishes it from its 2018 cohort. Read on to find out how else Sony has attempted to make the XZ3 stand out from the competition in our review. Update: Additional brightness values added with new test device.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Adreno 630, 6", 193 g
Mike Wobker, 12 Nov 2018 15:01
Nov 11, 2018
Dell XPS 15 9570 (i9-8950HK, 4K UHD, GTX 1050 Ti Max-Q) Laptop Review

90% Dell XPS 15 9570 (i9-8950HK, 4K UHD, GTX 1050 Ti Max-Q) Laptop Review

Too much power? After checking out the Core i5 and Core i7 SKUs, we're now finally ready to benchmark the Core i9 version of the XPS 15 9570. In short, users are better off investing in more storage, RAM, or faster graphics than to plop down an additional $250+ for the Core i9-8950HK.
Intel Core i9-8950HK, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Max-Q, 15.6", 2 kg
Allen Ngo, 11 Nov 2018 09:58
Nov 9, 2018
Motorola One

84% Motorola One Smartphone Review

One without frills. For those who are just looking for a mid-range smartphone with pure Android, a nice case, and a large display, Motorola is offering the new Motorola One. You could describe the concept as "concentrating on the essentials." We take a closer look at the Motorola One in our test.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, Adreno 506, 5.9", 160 g
Florian Schmitt, 09 Nov 2018 21:32
Motorola Moto E5 Plus

79% Motorola Moto E5 Plus Smartphone Review

Good price-to-performance ratio. The Motorola Moto E5 Plus combines its huge 5000-mAh battery with a low price. Moreover, it also features a large screen and a slick case. Read our review to learn whether the Moto E5 Plus is worth buying.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 (MSM8917), Adreno 308, 6", 197 g
Florian Schmitt, 09 Nov 2018 05:59
Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (2018) (i5, 128 GB, 8 GB) Convertible Review

87% Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (2018) (i5, 128 GB, 8 GB) Convertible Review

Whisper quiet. The i5 model without a fan is slower than the i7 model, and its battery life is not much better. In return, it is completely silent and significantly cheaper. Is this the mainstream tablet for everyone? Update 11/7/2018: 256 GB SSD is faster
Intel Core i5-8250U, UHD Graphics 620, 12.3", 781 g
Sebastian Jentsch, 08 Nov 2018 21:59
Nov 8, 2018
iPad Pro 11 (2018)

90% Apple iPad Pro 11 (2018, WiFi, 64 GB) Tablet Review

Mighty, but still a tablet - The new iPad Pro is here with a fresh redesign, and it wants to prove that it can handle a full workday. This promise comes with caveats though. We will be covering the smaller 11-inch version in this review.
Apple A12X Bionic, A12X Bionic GPU, 11", 468 g
Florian Schmitt, 08 Nov 2018 14:30
Asus ROG Zephyrus S GX531GS

84% Asus ROG Zephyrus S GX531GS (i7-8750H, GTX 1070 Max-Q, FHD) Laptop Review

One step forward, two steps back. After the GX501 that was only mobile to a limited extent in favor of incorporating G-Sync, the brand-new GX531 is able to score with Nvidia's Optimus graphics switching. Find out in this extensive review why the overall evaluation is still worse than its predecessor's. Update: CPU and GPU Turbo mode benchmarks added.
Intel Core i7-8750H, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Max-Q, 15.6", 2.1 kg
Florian Glaser, 08 Nov 2018 00:01
Nov 7, 2018
Honor 8X

85% Honor 8X Smartphone Review

An extravagant phablet. The Honor 8X offers a large 6.5-inch display, extravagant looks as well as a good mid-range configuration. Find out how the new mid-range processor Kirin 710 can handle everyday tasks in our review.
HiSilicon Kirin 710, ARM Mali-G51 MP4, 6.5", 175 g
Marcus Herbrich, 07 Nov 2018 11:14
Nov 6, 2018
Trekstor Yourbook C11B (N3350, eMMC, FHD) Convertible Review

78% Trekstor Yourbook C11B (N3350, eMMC, FHD) Convertible Review

Student convertible. The Trekstor Yourbook C11B is an 11.6-inch convertible that has an IPS touchscreen display, a fanless design and good battery life. The device even comes with a year’s MS Office 365 Personal and a one-year premium Sofatutor.com license.
Intel Celeron N3350, HD Graphics 500, 11.6", 1.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 06 Nov 2018 10:58
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