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Carbon-fiber comes to wireless power banks in these sleek new accessories. Sharge's latest wireless power banks are the first to bear the brand's new Forged Carbon Fiber construction. They come in 5,000mAh (5K) and 10,000mAh (10K) variants, the latter of which supports the Qi2 standard for new Android smartphones well as MagSafe for iPhones. Can their performance match their style?

Ahoy, camera button! The iPhone 16 Pro Max is Apple's largest smartphone. Its display has once again grown and this year, a dedicated camera button has found its way onto the iPhone. However, it has more to offer than just that, even if Apple Intelligence isn't yet available in the EU.
Apple A18 Pro | Apple A18 Pro GPU | 6.90" | 227 g

The first Windows-based handheld with a 120 Hz OLED. With its first-ever mobile Console, Zotac is venturing into completely new territories, and while the Zone comes with many fresh ideas and simply the best inputs you can get your fingertips on right now, the 7" OLED-equipped handheld might need a bit more refinement in the software department.
AMD Ryzen 7 8840U | AMD Radeon 780M | 7.00" | 692 g

Universal tool. The Ulefone Armor 27T Pro is a rugged smartphone that not only impresses with its durability but also boasts several special technical features. These include a night vision camera and a FLIR camera, as well as a uSmart connector for connectable accessories. We put it to the test.
Mediatek Dimensity 6300 | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 6.78" | 441 g

Workstation without a dedicated graphics card? The Minisforum MS-A1 is a mini PC advertised as a compact workstation. Our test examines how the MS-A1, based on the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G, performs in everyday and demanding tasks such as video editing and gaming. Despite its small size, it promises high performance and versatile application options - ideal for users who need little space but a lot of power.
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G | AMD Radeon 780M | 1.7 kg

First 15-inch Yoga laptop in years. The Snapdragon Elite series just got a lot less attractive now that Lunar Lake can offer comparable battery life. For optimal gaming performance, however, a Zen 5 alternative is still recommended.
Intel Core Ultra 7 256V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 15.30" | 1.5 kg

The Orico M20 external SSD with 2 TB offers high speeds and ample storage space in a compact, durable design. In this review, we test its read and write speeds, assess its suitability for everyday use, and evaluate its build quality to see if it meets expectations.

Good performance. The second edition of the no-frills ThinkPad E16 now offers decent graphics performance. Apart from that, everything looks like a ThinkPad from the premium and, as you would expect, more expensive series - with a few crucial cuts.
AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | AMD Radeon 660M | 16.00" | 1.9 kg

Small powerhouse. If you want the best iPhone, then you'll have to reach for the Pro series, as only here will you get a 120 Hz display, the fastest SoC and the best cameras. Exactly this is offered by the iPhone 16 Pro and much more, as by Apple's standards, lots has been changed on the new Pro model. It even features the same camera setup as the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Apple A18 Pro | Apple A18 Pro GPU | 6.30" | 199 g

Let it burn! Even though the Nubia Z60 Ultra is still relatively new, an improved version is already being reissued. Due to Nubia's primary focus on improving the device with a speedier SoC and a new camera sensor, the two models are very identical in terms of design. Check out the review to see if these changes have improved the already excellent budget flagship.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 750 | 6.80" | 246 g

A mixed remake. It's not uncommon for PC gamers to have to wait a long time for ports of console games. Until Dawn, however, has almost set a new record at just under 10 years. Read our tech check to find out whether the graphics are still up to date.

Needs more time on the whetstone. The MSI Sword 16 HX has all the bells and whistles of a modern-day gaming laptop, complete with an Intel Core i7-14700HX, a 115 Watts Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070, 16 GB DDR5 RAM, 1 TB SSD, and a 16-inch 144 Hz WUXGA (1,920 x 1,200) screen. In this review, we determine how the Sword 16 HX fares against peers with similar hardware and look at some of its strengths and compromises.
Intel Core i7-14700HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.3 kg

Extremely lightweight foldable phone. The Mix Fold 4 has an OLED panel almost 8 inches in size, but it is barely any heavier and thicker than a normal high-end phone. The Xiaomi phone, equipped with Leica cameras, doesn't have to hide from a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6. But did the Mix Fold fully impress us in our test?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 750 | 7.98" | 226 g

Not for the faint-hearted. Almost a year after the PS5 release, Square Enix has launched the highly acclaimed Final Fantasy XVI for PC. We examined the graphics card requirements for various resolutions and configurations.

Peak mobile Zen 5. For just over a grand, the OmniBook Ultra 14 offers massive performance gains when compared to other subnotebooks in its price range. Some cut corners have been made to the display, but they're nothing that most users can't live with.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 | AMD Radeon 890M | 14.00" | 1.5 kg

Small air pump. The Huawei Watch D2 is a blood pressure monitor and much more. ECG and blood pressure measurements are medically certified and start automatically. Huawei also installed a speaker in the new model and designed the watch to look more stylish.
1.82" | 83 g

"Multimediocre" display. Priced at €899, the 2024 Aspire 16 A16-51GM-77G2 pairs the low-power, current-gen Core 7 150U with the ageing RTX 2050. The laptop is meant to be a budget all-round multimedia laptop. In this review, we’ll discuss whether Acer manages to accomplish this goal.
Intel Core 7 150U | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile | 16.00" | 1.9 kg

Goodbye hyperthreading. After the release of the Snapdragon X Elite chips as well as the AMD Zen 5 CPUs, Intel has finally launched its new Lunar Lake mobile processors. These are completely new chips with a focus on efficiency—plus, Intel has done without hyperthreading for the first time. But how efficient are the new models really and has too much performance perhaps been sacrificed? Update: Benchmarks results for Core Ultra 7 256V, Core Ultra 9 288V

The Intel Lunar Lake processors are equipped with new integrated graphics adapters featuring second-generation Xe cores. We evaluated the performance and efficiency of the new Arc Graphics 140V, which is equipped with 8 Xe cores. Update: Additional benchmarks for Adobe, gaming at 28W and for the fastest 140V as well as the 16 GB version

The fastest iGPU. Asus has presented its first laptop featuring Intel's new Lunar Lake processors, namely the Zenbook S 14. It comes with a 14-inch OLED screen, 32 GB RAM, a ceraluminum coating and the fastest iGPU currently on the market. Update: More benchmarks including Adobe, gaming & XeSS
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.2 kg

To read or be read to? With its 6-inch, color e-ink display and Bluetooth to connect to speakers or headphones, you can use the PocketBook Verse Pro Color to enjoy both e-books, comics and even audio books. Does the cheap and portable e-reader do enough to impress in our review?
unknown | unknown | 6.00" | 182 g

Does it always have to be a high-end phone for travel pictures? We took two high-quality mid-range phones to the Franconian World Heritage city of Bamberg to find out. Our two contenders: the OnePlus Nord 4 and the Honor 200 Pro.

Hawk Point for professionals. The ZBook Power 15 series has grown up to a more modern 16-inch form factor. The larger and heavier size, however, has unfortunately not translated to faster graphics performance.
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation Laptop | 16.00" | 2.2 kg

Button panel and lots of stamina. If you're on the hunt for an Apple phone with a large display surface, then the iPhone 16 Plus may be a not-quite-so-expensive option. This year, it has been given lots of new features such as a touch-controlled camera button, a multi-functional Action button as well as a bigger battery. So, a clear purchase recommendation?
Apple A18 | Apple A18 GPU | 6.70" | 199 g

Impressive. £600 is a lot of money for a tablet. The slim Honor MagicPad 2, however, gives you a lot in return: It is one of the most affordable 12-inch tablets with an OLED display. Its 144 Hz refresh rate, 3K resolution, 8 speakers and speedy Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 complete the first-rate spec sheet. But how does it fare IRL? We took a closer look in our review.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 735 | 12.30" | 555 g

Photo quality that impresses. The Nubia Z60S Pro is offered at the price of a mid-range phone but sports a few flagship features, such as an IP68 rating, tri-band GNSS, and up to 1 TB of UFS 4.0 storage. Read our review to find out whether this makes the Nubia smartphone a recommended purchase.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Adreno 740 | 6.78" | 220 g

New wine in old bottles. EA's soccer series is notorious for making minimal changes from one year to the next. Even with the most recent version, you often need a magnifying glass to spot the improvements. Check out our benchmark test to see what hardware you'll need to run the game.

Comeback. With the Watch GT 5 Pro, Huawei is once again introducing a Pro model in its GT series after a one-year break. The premium smartwatch offers an ECG and other health features, a bright AMOLED, and GPS in a stylish and robust titanium casing. Our test reveals whether the smartwatch delivers what it promises.
1.43" | 53 g

Display giant. If bigger means better when it comes to your choice of tablet, then the Xiaomi Redmi Pad Pro 5G may be an attractive option: Its 12.1-inch display has more than enough space without the device being all too heavy—plus, its price of under US$400 also isn't the highest. We took a closer look at the tablet with a metal case in this review.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Adreno 710 | 12.10" | 571 g

Dimmed backlight. The Eleglide C1 is a relatively affordable trekking e-bike with a mid-motor, suspension fork, 522 Wh battery, and 7-speed gears. We tested the electric bike, priced at US$1.448, and report on whether it’s fun to ride and what characterises the bike.

Early struggles. The JONR P20 Pro robot vacuum cleaner offers a mopping function with a mobile mop including obstacle avoidance and adaptive edge cleaning, a high suction power of 8,000 Pa and a convenient cleaning station. Read our review to find out how this affordable, feature-packed vacuuming and mopping robot performs in real-world use.

Mean machine. "Forged carbon", "reinforced with 90 % recycled magnesium", plus an update to Intel's Gen14 CPUs including AI functions. This, together with the RTX 4090, is included in the 3,800-dollar luxury gamer. Our test will reveal whether the new processor really makes the Legion 9 better or whether you can save a bit by buying last year's model. Update: A BIOS update has arrived that fixes the frame rate issues.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.5 kg

A stretchable Xbox controller at a mid-range price? Abxylute has launched the S9 mobile controller for smartphones and tablets on Kickstarter. As our hands-on test revealed, the controller is immediately satisfying for its nice Xbox controller-like feel. Additional touches include a 3.5mm headphone jack with DAC, Hall effect triggers and sticks, and customizable D-pads, analog stick caps, and grip covers.

Where did the crease go? The Mix Flip brings a lot of what is currently possible with a compact foldable smartphone. Particularly the huge secondary display of the Xiaomi smartphone makes the Galaxy Flip 6 look a bit aged in comparison. But the rest of the equipment is also impressive for the first flip smartphone generation from Xiaomi.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 750 | 6.86" | 190 g

The NucBox K6 is faster. The Core Ultra 5 125H may make for a smarter PC, but that doesn't necessarily mean a faster one. Raw performance sits behind the older and cheaper Ryzen 7 7840HS by decent margins.
Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | Intel Arc 7-Core iGPU | 528 g

The Return of Kratos. Almost three years after its predecessor, God of War Ragnarök is set to be released for PC. While many gamers are frustrated by the PSN requirement, the technology and system requirements are quite impressive. We have created numerous benchmarks for this review.

Ultrabook without compromises? The Schenker XMG Evo 14 is a compact 14-inch laptop with a whole load of connections and good maintenance options. Its high-resolution 120 Hz IPS panel is matte and customers can choose between CPUs from AMD and Intel.
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 14.00" | 1.5 kg

An alternative to Apple Vision Pro with potential and room for improvement The Pico 4 Ultra is a new VR headset with a wide variety of use cases, great image quality and decent MR functions. Although the system can certainly be used as a cheaper alternative to the Apple Vision Pro, it does come with some limitations - these could, however, be solved with the help of software updates.

Extremely short battery life. The Galaxy Book4 Edge 14 boasts an ultra-slim design with a 14-inch 120 Hz OLED touchscreen and is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor. It delivers solid performance for everyday tasks and operates quietly, but the Copilot+ PC disappoints when it comes to battery life.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-80-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS | 14.00" | 1.2 kg

Powerful and modular! The Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tiny with Intel Core i9-14900 and Nvidia T1000 impresses with extreme performance in the smallest of spaces. In our test, we analyze how much power this mini PC packs. Find out in the article whether the compact workstation lives up to the high expectations!
Intel Core i9-14900 | NVIDIA T1000 | 1.5 kg

Grand Turismo. The Watch GT series enters the next round and presents a more discreet design. However, the Watch GT 5 also adopts new sensors, a brighter display, and is more resistant. It is also compatible with all common platforms. What could possibly go wrong?
1.43" | 48 g

Dell's first 10-inch fully-rugged tablet. The Latitude 7030 Rugged Extreme is a modernized Windows tablet with multiple USB-C Thunderbolt 4 ports, Intel 12th gen CPUs, great colors, and tons of connectivity options all in a 10-inch form factor.
Intel Core i7-1260U | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 96EUs | 10.00" | 1.1 kg

The Flip goes on. Once again, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 sees some small improvements this year: A new SoC, optimized cameras, IP certification, a brighter display and more. In particular, Samsung has made decisive steps forward regarding updates. Our extensive review has everything you need to know.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy | Qualcomm Adreno 750 | 6.70" | 187 g

Like Schenker but for North America. The ML-16 MK2 emphasises GPU power, price, and thinness to be an attractive option for gamers or creators constantly on the move. The drawbacks, however, are difficult to ignore in the most literal sense as the fans can be quite loud.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.1 kg

Record foldable. Honor hasn't only equipped its Magic V Flip with particularly bright displays. At 4 inches in size, its outer display is also currently one of the largest of its kind—plus, it runs at 120 Hz. The phone's performance is just as impressive and its battery life is also above-average. So, a clear purchase recommendation? Yes and no, because as our test showed, the 6.8-inch phone isn't suitable for everyone, despite its many top marks.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Adreno 730 | 6.80" | 193 g

Ryzen AI 9 365 and Radeon 880M. Lenovo has equipped its Yoga Pro 7 14 G9 with a new AMD Zen 5 processor in combination with a high-resolution 120-Hz OLED screen. Its performance is great and the same can be said for its picture quality, whereas the laptop's fans can get pretty loud.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | AMD Radeon 880M | 14.50" | 1.5 kg

Envying mediocrity? HP has updated its Envy 17 and equipped it with an up-to-date Intel Core Ultra 7 and an RTX 3050. But this hardware upgrade comes with a downgrade. One we find hard to accept. The display of this top-range device has been stripped of an important feature.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155U | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU | 17.00" | 2.5 kg

Though useful, can flip phones really provide high-quality images? We investigated this by testing the cameras on a vacation to the baroque city of Heidelberg, using both the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 and Motorola Razr 50 Ultra.

With the Air 2s, RayNeo promised a better viewing experience than the Air 2, mainly due to the improvements made with the Light Engine. Paired with the Pocket TV, the new XR glasses do have the potential to be a great travel companion.

More codecs are hardly possible in this price range. The focus of Xiaomi's Buds 5 lies in wearing comfort and extensive features. The wireless semi-in-ears feature Hi-Res Audio, active noise cancellation (ANC) and AI. The Xiaomi Buds are an affordable alternative for all those who don't want to spend 200 dollars or more on a pair of headphones.

Jurassic Watch. The T-Rex series from Amazfit is aimed at those looking for a robust fitness smartwatch - including the T-Rex 3. In the test, it seeks to impress with a super-bright display, long battery life, and precise sports tracking. Read on to find out whether it succeeds.
1.50" | 68.3 g

L14 goes 16:10. With the 2024 update, Lenovo modernizes its L series in key aspects. This is especially true for the AMD variant: Finally, Lenovo abandons the Ryzen 5000 platform. By doing so, buyers of the new ThinkPad L14 Gen 5 AMD get to enjoy modern features like USB4 and DDR5.
AMD Ryzen 5 7535U | AMD Radeon 660M | 14.00" | 1.6 kg

Does cutting corners still work? While you still had to accept a tiny external display with the predecessor, the Motorola Razr 50 shows that this doesn't have to be the case even at a price of less than 1,000 Euros (~$1,109). Otherwise, most things remain unchanged from the previous generation, so is this enough for a successful update?
MediaTek Dimensity 7300X | ARM Mali-G615 MP2 | 6.90" | 188 g

Where buyers get more phone than expected. The Phone 2a Plus uses the basis of Nothing's most popular smartphone and, according to the manufacturer, has been improved in three key areas. Read our review of the Nothing Phone (2a)'s sister model to find out what these are and what surprises the inexpensive Nothing phone has in store.
MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro 5G | ARM Mali-G610 MP4 | 6.70" | 190 g

The Disk Plus is Sharge's latest external SSD, and purports to beat its predecessor in terms of portability and innovative features. They include space for a new detachable cable and a MagSafe-like system despite being only 0.24 inches tall. Can the new universal M.2 housing live up to its Kickstarter hype?

For creators on the go. Asus' new ProArt PZ13 is a relatively robust convertible for creative users who also want to be able to do their work in adverse conditions. The new 8-core Snapdragon X Plus from Qualcomm powers the device, which ensures long runtimes, among other things. However, the same as on the other ProArt models, its OLED touchscreen is limited to 60 Hz.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-45 1.7 TFLOPS | 13.30" | 874 g

Vapor chamber cooling on a Windows tablet. The Microsoft Surface Pro 9 gets its strongest competitor yet with the latest Latitude 7350 2-in-1. The Dell system has a lot going for it including the uncommon Core Ultra U7 CPU, but it's not quite the homerun we were expecting.
Intel Core Ultra 7 164U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arrow Lake) | 13.00" | 865 g

Co-op cracker. Who would have thought beforehand that Space Marine 2 would receive such positive feedback from both players and the press. We took a closer look at the mixture of a third-person shooter and a hack-and-slay, and carried out extensive benchmarks.

The ADATA SE920 is a portable SSD that promises fast transfer speeds thanks to USB 4. In our review, we will be examining its performance, build quality and practicality—plus, we will check whether it is able to live up to the high expectations.

Welcome back. Oppo is back with the launch of the Reno12 Pro for the mid-range segment. This "AI phone" is intended to impress with its artificial intelligence capabilities and design. However, the manufacturer cuts corners in other areas. Our test looks into the Reno12 Pro's strengths and weaknesses.
MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | ARM Mali-G615 MP2 | 6.70" | 184 g

Digitizer tablet at a competitive price. The MatePad SE 11 is a very affordable tablet that still offers users the option to use a stylus. As a result, the MatePad SE 2024 sets itself apart from the entry-level competition and could be especially interesting for school and college students. Did the Huawei tablet manage to earn our purchase recommendation? Find out here.
HiSilicon Kirin 710A | ARM Mali-G51 MP4 | 11.00" | 475 g

Thermal take-down without clutter. The Thermaltake TH420 V2 Ultra EX ARGB aims to offer excellent cooling performance at a decent price. The AiO liquid cooler also comes with nifty features like a large LCD and MagForce 2.0 connectors for daisy-chaining the powerful CT 140 EX ARGB fans. We look into the TH420 V2 Ultra EX's efficacy and noise emissions in taming an Intel Core i9-14900K in this review.
Intel Core i9-14900K | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 | 28.00"

Part gamer, part creator, part office. The ideaPad Pro 5 16 G9 does it all when configured with its discrete GPU option. The downside, however, is a louder and much warmer system than many other ultra-thin multimedia alternatives.
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2 kg

Writing as on a sheet of paper. With its PaperMatte display, the MatePad 11.5S offers a special coating which, in combination with pen support, should ensure a first-class writing experience. However, the matte screen of the Huawei tablet also reveals certain weaknesses.
HiSilicon Kirin 9000W | HiSilicon Maleoon 910 | 11.50" | 510 g

The slowest Snapdragon SoC for 1149 euros. The Vivobook S 15 OLED was one of the first notebooks with the new Snapdragon X Elite, and now Asus is also launching a cheaper version with the new Snapdragon X Plus 8-core. However, the remaining specifications, including the 120 Hz OLED, are identical. However, the price difference to the faster X Elite model is too small.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-42-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-45 1.7 TFLOPS | 15.60" | 1.4 kg

Newcomer. The ZenBook S 16 OLED is one of the first devices on the market to be equipped with AMD's brand new AI 9 processors. Having already tested a model based on the HX 370 (Radeon 890M), it was now the turn of the 365 model (Radeon 880M). How does the 16-incher fare against the competition and the last generation?
AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | AMD Radeon 880M | 16.00" | 1.5 kg

Workstation with limitations! The HP Z2 Mini G9 is a compact workstation for productive use. This can be seen in the installed components, among other things. In this review, we closely examine a mini PC powered by an Intel Core i7-14700K and an Nvidia RTX A2000. We analyze its performance using various measurements and benchmarks.
Intel Core i7-14700K | Nvidia RTX A2000 | 3 kg

135 g taking off from your hand. DJI released its lightest and most affordable camera drone ever on 5 September 2024. We had the opportunity to test out the device beforehand, allowing us to publish our impression in time for the launch. The 4K camera drone weighs just 135 g (about 0.3 lb), and yet is capable of recording stabilised 4K videos and has a few useful tricks up its sleeve. In this hands-on review, we’ll delve into whether the product is suitable for YouTubers and hobbyist filmmakers.

Even slimmer. Honor has updated its super-slim foldable smartphone—which is now even thinner and waterproof. Inside sits lots of modern hardware including a large battery. Its camera even houses a periscope zoom lens, but there are unfortunately also a few gaps in the Magic V3's offerings.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 750 | 7.92" | 226 g

Better than the MacBook Air? With the new MagicBook Art 14, Honor offers a great subnotebook with a high-resolution OLED touchscreen and a Meteor Lake processor. The attachable webcam is also a real innovation that works excellently. Cooling is provided by a vapor chamber.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 14.60" | 1 kg

Still fast enough? Just over two months after the launch of the Snapdragon X Elite processors and the 10-core Snapdragon X Plus, Qualcomm has now released further ARM processors for laptops, including the Snapdragon X Plus 8-core variants with slower GPUs. We have tested the cheaper X1P-42-100.

Coherent. A Ryzen 5 8645HS, a GeForce RTX 4060 and 16 GB of RAM offer mid-range gaming power and ensure great battery life. The laptop’s hardware is rounded off by a 16:10 14.5-inch panel (2.5K, 120Hz and G-Sync support) and a USB4 port. The entire package is available for €1,449 (around US$1,600).
AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 14.50" | 2 kg

A better deal than the Titan 18 HX. The new Raider 18 drops many of the "unnecessary" features of the Titan 18 while keeping the same high-end CPU, GPU, and display options available. It therefore offers the same gaming and visual experience but for much cheaper prices to be an easier recommendation even for enthusiasts.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU | 18.00" | 3.6 kg

Graphic cravings from another world? Outlaws faced some criticism prior to release, but the final version was relatively well received, at least by the press. However, as our benchmark article indicates, Star Wars fans will need fairly powerful hardware to run it smoothly.

A real metal head. With a high-quality metal case, large battery, and fast charging, the OnePlus Nord 4 has the stuff to become a danger to even flagship smartphones, even though it is already available for less than 500 Euros (~$553). But the new SoC might spoil the party, so we take a more detailed look in our test.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 732 | 6.74" | 199.5 g

The fastest Qualcomm chip. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge 16, which is currently the only laptop fitted with the fastest Snapdragon X Elite processor (X1E-84-100), has higher CPU core clock rates as well as a faster Adreno GPU. However, the slim Galaxy Book4 can only use its performance potential to a limited extent.
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-84-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 4.6 TFLOPS | 16.00" | 1.6 kg

Everything will be different this time, right? HTC is not completely abandoning its smartphone business in 2024 and is once again launching an upper mid-range smartphone on the market with the HTC U24 Pro. Current design is combined with old virtues such as a 3.5 mm audio port and a notification LED. Will it make the leap into the modern age?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 720 | 6.80" | 199 g

Style trumps talent. The Ayaneo Retro Power Bank features an eye-catching retro design with a Super Nintendo look and a 0.91-inch OLED display. The power bank is relatively portable and the internal 12,000 mAh battery can charge other devices with up to 45 watts. However, the tactile feel of the buttons and the plastic used for the case are of mediocre quality, and when charging two external devices at the same time, the charging power drops to 15 watts per USB-C port.

Not a visual highlight! Asus has taken over Intel's NUC division and now offers the popular mini PCs with Intel's Meteor Lake processors. This not only gives small desktop computers more CPU power but can also significantly increase 3D performance thanks to the revised iGPU. We have tested the Asus NUC 14 Pro with Intel Core Ultra 5 125H in detail and evaluated the performance based on numerous measurements and benchmarks.
Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | Intel Arc 7-Core iGPU | 525 g

The Wolverine V3 Pro is Razer's new flagship gamepad. As our hands-on test revealed, the controller leaves (almost) nothing more to be desired thanks to its sampling rate of almost 1,000 Hz, programmable paddles, precise Hall effect sticks and innovative Razer Pro HyperTriggers.

14-inch Asus TUF debut. The Asus TUF series is getting bigger with its new smallest member powered by the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. It's one of the fastest 14-inch gaming laptops available so long as you can tolerate the high temperatures and fan noise.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 14.00" | 1.5 kg

Speedy allrounder. After the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 inside the Zenbook S16 only fulfilled its performance potential to a limited extent, we are daring to try again by taking a look at the VivoBook S 14. In doing so, this also raises the question of whether the Radeon 890M iGPU can come close to the Intel Arc 8.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | AMD Radeon 890M | 14.00" | 1.3 kg

The Solix F3800 from Anker is a massive solar generator that can even charge electric cars. We took a closer look at the monster 3,840-Wh power station which can deliver up to 9,000 watts in this hands-on review.

Whether you're connecting a single-board computer, a handheld or a smartphone, the CrowView Note allows lots of devices to be conveniently used as a laptop. At first glance, the 14-inch monitor with a keyboard and a touchpad looks just like a normal laptop—but without a processor or RAM.

The ThinkPad T480 successor. For many years, it seemed like ThinkPads of the T series would only become less modular. This ends now, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 returns to a design with two SO-DIMM slots. It is a great office laptop, even though Meteor Lake U could be faster.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arrow Lake) | 14.00" | 1.5 kg

Just the basics for under $700. It's one of the cheaper 15.6-inch laptops you can find without resorting to used systems running on outdated processors. It's a decent barebones experience so long as you keep your expectations in check.
Intel Core 5 120U | Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 80EUs | 15.60" | 1.6 kg

Debut. The manufacturer Nubia, which is known for its gaming smartphones, has entered the market of gaming laptops with its RedMagic Titan 16 Pro: Core i9, a GeForce RTX 4060 and a 16-inch display (QHD+, DCI-P3, 240 Hz, G-Sync) all promise a solid mid-range device. Our review will reveal whether this initial launch was a success.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.4 kg

Why spend a lot of money? Poco smartphones are traditionally characterized by their good price-performance ratio. The Poco F6 does not deviate from this formula either: for well under 400 euros, you can get a very fast mid-range phone with 120 Hz AMOLED, a good 50 MP camera, and fast charging with 90 watts.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 735 | 6.67" | 179 g

Flat 17-incher with performance problems. With the S20 laptop, Medion has launched a 17.3-inch multimedia notebook onto the market. For 1,000 euros, the complete package of the notebook available at Aldi consists of 16 GB RAM, 16:9 IPS display, a one terabyte M.2 SSD, and the built-in Intel Core Ultra 7 155H.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 17.30" | 2.1 kg

A pound of smartphone, please! The Doogee V Max Plus is certainly not a pocket smartphone, but aims to score points with its 22,000 mAhbattery and robust design. It also offers a triple camera with 200 MPix and night vision, plenty of memory and a 120 Hz IPS display. Read the test to find out whether this is enough to convince.
MediaTek Dimensity 7050 | ARM Mali-G68 MP4 | 6.58" | 539 g

Ryzen AI 300 beats Meteor Lake. Asus now also offers its ROG Zephyrus G16 gaming/multimedia hybrids with the new Zen 5 processors from AMD. We have tested the version with the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and the dedicated GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop. It continues to feature the same wonderful 240-Hz OLED screen—as well as an annoying third fan.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 1.8 kg

Lightning fast. The TP-Link Archer BE800 uses the latest Wi-Fi 7 standard including the 6-GHz band and MLO. The router also has a modern wired setup and features two 10 Gbps ports. Plus, it looks stylish, too. Read our review to find out which compromises you need to make and why it is still a good purchase.

Powerful, premium and professional. The HP Elite 1000 family is lauded for its portability and auxiliary features that business users can appreciate. The latest Elite x360 1040 G11 continues the trend, but a bigger cooling solution probably wouldn't hurt to keep those core temperatures down.
Intel Core Ultra 7 165H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 14.00" | 1.5 kg

Yesterday's technology? The Galaxy Z Fold6 is the first XXL foldable with an IP48 certification. However, it seems to have missed the slimness trend that is apparent within the field of foldable phones these days. In this review, you can find out whether the Samsung phone is still worth purchasing.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy | Qualcomm Adreno 750 | 7.60" | 239 g

New paint and new SoC! Geekom took the opportunity of the recently upgraded NUC design and is now also shipping AMD SoCs in compact housing. The manufacturer is not afraid to install the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS. We took a closer look at the Geekom AX8 Pro and classified its performance based on numerous measurements and benchmarks in this review.
AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 548 g

Lumia comeback. The HMD Skyline is the first smartphone from HMD with Gen2 repair capability. This means that you can easily repair the mid-range phone by yourself. But does it work, and is the HMD Skyline enjoyable to use in everyday life?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Adreno 710 | 6.55" | 209.5 g

Ridge runner at efficiency's edge. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X leverages improvements in the 4 nm Zen 5 architecture to offer excellent single-core and gaming performance on par with Intel's best 14th gen offerings, including the Core i9-14900K. While the Ryzen 7 9700X's efficiency gains make for a potent gaming PC build, AMD's current pricing strategy complicates buying decisions vis-à-vis the competition.
AMD Ryzen 7 9700X | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 | 27.00"

Demanding spectacle The previously published benchmark tool shows impressive graphics as well as a huge hunger for hardware for the role-playing game.

Wi-Fi 7 & 32 GB RAM. With the Yoga Slim 7x, Lenovo offers a 14-inch multimedia laptop that combines the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite with a 90-Hz OLED touchscreen. But is the good battery life enough to justify the high price and compatibility problems?
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite X1E-78-100 | Qualcomm SD X Adreno X1-85 3.8 TFLOPS | 14.50" | 1.3 kg