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Xiaomi 17 review (image source: Marcus Herbrich)

89% Xiaomi 17 review - A compact Android smartphone heralding a new era

A small battery giant. Xiaomi's new flagship phone comes with top-of-the-line hardware, HyperOS 3, as well as a compact form factor. It also possesses a massive 7,000 mAh battery that is likely to set the benchmark for battery life in 2026. Our review is the perfect place to discover how well the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 phone actually performs.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Adreno 840 | 6.30" | 191 g
Marcus Herbrich, 29 Oct 2025 20:10
Widgets are coming to Android Auto for a more personalized drive (Image Source: Google)

Widgets are coming to Android Auto for a more personalized drive

Google is testing a new way to personalize Android Auto with home screen widgets that can display apps like Weather, Clock, or Spotify directly on the car’s dashboard. Still in early development, the feature will let drivers resiz...
Antony Muchiri, 29 Oct 2025 16:29
Asus ProArt P16 (image source: Notebookcheck)

The new Asus ProArt P16 with the Tandem OLED is the best multimedia laptop you can buy right now

Asus listened to our criticism and finally offers a faster version of the ProArt P16. Thanks to high-end mobile GPUs and a very bright OLED panel, this is probably the best overall package on the market.
Andreas Osthoff, 28 Oct 2025 23:30
The Dell 16 Plus (model DB06250) currently on sale is available in the Ice Blue colorway (Image source: Dell)

Deal | Dell 16 Plus convertible with Lunar Lake processor and Thunderbolt 4 discounted below $600

Dell's 16 Plus 2-in-1 features a latest-gen Intel Core Ultra 5 226V, 16 GB of speedy RAM, a 512 GB SSD, and a 1,200p touch-capable display. Support for Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 4 round out the package.
Tudor Cibean, 28 Oct 2025 22:07
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max

89% Setting new battery life records - Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max smartphone review

Orange-colored aluminum and glass. Which iPhone is the best? It goes without saying, Apple will point to the iPhone 17 Pro Max, since their new flagship iPhone model is home to every superlative in the book. It might also be a worthwhile upgrade, because numerous fine details have been improved compared to its predecessor. In terms of battery life, you could even say the 17 Pro Max is proving itself to be the new iPhone ultimate.
Apple A19 Pro | Apple A19 Pro 6-Core GPU | 6.90" | 233 g
Manuel Masiero, 28 Oct 2025 18:37
Xiaomi 17 in our upcoming review (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

Xiaomi 17 preview: Could Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 give Apple something to worry about?

We finally got our hands on Xiaomi's two latest flagship smartphones for testing. Read our preview to see how well the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 performs in the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro.
Marcus Herbrich, 28 Oct 2025 16:46
Alldocube Ultra Pad review - A large Android tablet with powerful performance, huge battery and minor weaknesses

83% Alldocube Ultra Pad review - A large Android tablet with powerful performance, huge battery and minor weaknesses

Powerful. The Alldocube Ultra Pad stands out in testing with its spacious 13-inch display, powerful Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 processor, generous memory, and massive 15,000 mAh battery. It’s ideal for work, streaming, and everyday use. Despite its heft and underwhelming cameras, it still delivers solid value for the money.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 732 | 12.95" | 700 g
Daniel Schmidt, 28 Oct 2025 11:06
Apple M5 SoC (image source: Apple)

Apple's M5 is faster, but results in shorter battery runtimes in daily situations

Apple's new M5 processor is much faster and also more efficient than its predecessor in many scenarios. However, the increased power consumption does result in slightly shorter battery runtimes in our Wi-Fi test, both for the MacB...
Andreas Osthoff, 27 Oct 2025 22:47
Lenovo's IdeaPad Slim 3 (model 15Q8X10) is available in the Luna Grey colorway (Image source: Benjamin Herzig / Notebookcheck)

Deal | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 with Snapdragon X chipset and touchscreen drops below $450

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 might be a great choice for people looking for a budget laptop with a touch-capable display. It comes equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon X SoC, 16 GB of soldered RAM, and a 256 GB SSD (that's thankfully ...
Tudor Cibean, 27 Oct 2025 19:40
Lightweight metal chassis, 165 Hz refresh rate and pen support: The 326 gram Xiaomi Pad Mini. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Better than the Apple iPad Mini but currently hard to find: Verdict on the Xiaomi Pad Mini

Xiaomi's 8.8-inch Pad Mini is suitable for anyone looking for a compact, modern, and powerful tablet. In our tests, the Pad Mini even surpasses competitors such as the Apple iPad Mini. However, the Xiaomi tablet isn't easy to get ...
Manuel Masiero, 27 Oct 2025 18:14
Xiaomi Pad Mini

89% Cheaper, faster and more modern than the Apple iPad Mini - Xiaomi Pad Mini tablet review

Compact, lightweight, and impressively powerful. The small 8.8-inch Xiaomi Pad Mini delivers performance and features you’d usually expect only from high-end smartphones. It offers up to 512 GB of storage and, with its Dimensity 9400+ chip, can even outperform the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in some cases. The tablet also features a stunning 3K display with a 165 Hz refresh rate and delivers excellent battery life despite its compact size.
Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ | ARM Immortalis-G925 MC12 | 8.80" | 326 g
Manuel Masiero, 26 Oct 2025 14:17
Asus ProArt P16 5090 review - Tandem OLED and RTX 5090 up against the Apple MacBook Pro 16

90% Asus ProArt P16 5090 review - Tandem OLED and RTX 5090 up against the Apple MacBook Pro 16

Slim, black and snappy. Asus is on the upgrade march, and its ProArt P16 is now available with an extremely bright tandem OLED panel and the mobile GeForce RTX 5090 with 24 GB of VRAM. Is this the perfect multimedia laptop and long-awaited Windows alternative to Apple's MacBook Pro 16 with the M4 Max?
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop | 16.00" | 2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 25 Oct 2025 17:56
ROG Xbox Ally (Image source: Notebookcheck)

The base Asus ROG Xbox Ally is too slow and too expensive

Asus also offers a base version of the new ROG Xbox Ally gaming handheld with a white chassis. However, it only uses an old AMD Zen 2 processor, which is just not powerful enough.
Andreas Osthoff, 25 Oct 2025 00:27
TCL CSOT's first volume production OLED 4K display (image source: TCL)

TCL kicks off construction on the world’s first large-scale 8.6-Gen printed OLED plant

TCL CSOT has started work on a $4.15 billion T8 8.6-generation OLED factory in Guangzhou that will use inkjet printing to produce RGB OLED panels; a move that could shake up mid-size OLED supply (and pricing) for laptops, tablets,...
Rahim Amir Noorali, 24 Oct 2025 18:06
Asus ROG Xbox Ally X (image source: Notebookcheck)

Microsoft's new Xbox full-screen experience does not improve the gaming performance

The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X is the first device with Microsoft's new Xbox full-screen mode. Using Windows on the handheld is now easier, but there is no performance advantage and SteamOS still has a clear advantage.
Andreas Osthoff, 22 Oct 2025 21:03
Apple iPad Pro M5 (2025) tablet review - An extremely fast M5 SoC and Wi-Fi 7

90% Apple iPad Pro M5 (2025) tablet review - An extremely fast M5 SoC and Wi-Fi 7

Faster than many laptops. Apple has updated its iPad Pro series, equipping its high-end tablet with the new M5 processor and Wi-Fi 7. Performance surpasses many modern laptops, and with the new iPadOS 26 and Magic Keyboard, it almost feels like a MacBook.
Apple M5 (10 Cores) | Apple M5 GPU | 11.00" | 446 g
Andreas Osthoff, 22 Oct 2025 11:31
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 review: Now available in blue

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 review: Now available in blue

All caught up. The Galaxy Watch Ultra is Samsung’s flagship smartwatch, but recent updates to the Galaxy Watch8 have closed much of the gap between the two models. Our review reveals what still sets the Watch Ultra 2025 apart.
Benedikt Winkel, 22 Oct 2025 04:31
iPhone 17 Pro (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Apple iPhone 17 Pro: One of the most compact flagship phones is getting heavier and heavier

The iPhone 17 Pro weighs a hefty 7.27 oz, even though it has a relatively small 6.3-inch display. Can we still consider it compact, and was the switch to aluminum a good idea?
Daniel Schmidt, 19 Oct 2025 21:37
Asus ROG Xbox Ally X. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Asus ROG Xbox Ally X: Currently the most comfortable gaming handheld on the market

Asus's gaming handheld is polarizing in its unusual design, but the new grips are extremely comfortable. Anyone who has used the new ROG Xbox Ally X once will certainly not want to go back to a traditional handheld design.
Andreas Osthoff, 19 Oct 2025 18:24
Good performance and features at an increasingly attractive price: The Galaxy S25 FE in review. (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Buy or wait: Samsung Galaxy 25 FE is currently still too expensive

The Galaxy S25 FE is the cheapest Galaxy S model to date and proves to be a solid device in our review. However, its price is currently a bit of a hindrance. However, those willing to wait could snap up a real bargain.
Manuel Masiero, 19 Oct 2025 15:39
Apple iPhone 17 Pro review – Faster, longer, further. Is that enough?

90% Apple iPhone 17 Pro review – Faster, longer, further. Is that enough?

Compact and powerful. The iPhone 17 Pro features a new aluminum design, a larger battery, the faster A19 Pro chip, and an improved camera. However, in everyday use, the weaknesses become apparent: a scratch-prone body, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity issues, and heat buildup under load tarnish the impression. Our review reveals whether an upgrade is worthwhile.
Apple A19 Pro | Apple A19 Pro 6-Core GPU | 6.30" | 206 g
Daniel Schmidt, 19 Oct 2025 13:31
The Lenovo Idea Tab Plus (RRP $289.99) also comes with an active stylus with 4096 pressure and tilt levels.

Worthy of purchase thanks to its many strengths: Verdict on the Lenovo Idea Tab Plus

The 12.1-inch Lenovo IdeaTab Plus costs under $300 and offers many advantages over similarly priced tablets. The list of advantages is extensive: Buyers get more in terms of screen brightness, weight, charging speed and sound qual...
Manuel Masiero, 19 Oct 2025 13:15
Full-screen Xbox experience for gaming handhelds - Asus ROG Xbox Ally X review

86% Full-screen Xbox experience for gaming handhelds - Asus ROG Xbox Ally X review

The Xbox handheld? The new ROG Xbox Ally X is the result of a close cooperation between Asus and Microsoft. The new Xbox full-screen experience is supposed to improve the usability of Windows on a handheld. We review the high-end model with the Ryzen Z2 Extreme and the Radeon 890M. Update: Benchmarks w/ GeForce RTX 5090 laptop GPU.
AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme | AMD Radeon 890M | 7.00" | 718 g
Andreas Osthoff, 18 Oct 2025 17:10
Lenovo is currently offering the Idea Tab Plus in a bundle with a stylus for $290. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Affordable and well-equipped all-purpose tablet with stylus: Verdict on the Lenovo Idea Tab Plus

Lightweight, long battery life and a stylus with 4096 pressure and tilt levels are all included: The 12.1-inch Lenovo IdeaTab Plus offers great value for just under $300. Furthermore, the internal storage can be upgraded, and the ...
Manuel Masiero, 18 Oct 2025 15:09
The iPhone 17 Pro has a lot to offer, but is it time to upgrade from the iPhone 14 Pro? (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Time to switch? iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro in comparison

Hardly anyone buys a new smartphone every year, since most users probably wait two, or even three years. That is why we are comparing the new iPhone 17 Pro with the iPhone 14 Pro. Is it time to upgrade?
Daniel Schmidt, 17 Oct 2025 20:15
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus

79% An affordable 12-inch all-rounder with a stylus & fast charging - Lenovo Idea Tab Plus tablet review

A smart choice for smart minds. The Lenovo IdeaTab Plus makes it a pretty easy decision for buyers. For under $290, you get a lightweight and well-equipped 12.1-inch tablet that comes with a stylus. It's primarily intended as a companion for university lectures. However, the IdeaTab Plus is just as well-suited for surfing or streaming, as our review demonstrates.
Mediatek Dimensity 6400 | ARM Mali-G57 MP2 | 12.10" | 530 g
Manuel Masiero, 16 Oct 2025 09:43
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung charges premium prices for the Galaxy Book5 Pro, but €1699 for 16 GB RAM and a 512 GB SSD is excessive

Samsung's Galaxy Book Pro series was never cheap, but charging €1699 for the small Core Ultra 5 with 16 GB RAM and 512 GB SSD storage is pretty confident. This is even €250 more expensive compared to the Apple MacBook Air M4.
Andreas Osthoff, 15 Oct 2025 20:41
The OnePlus 15 display comes with thin bezels. (Image source: OnePlus)

OnePlus 15 lands first phone display with native 165 Hz refresh rate at 1.5K resolution

Display maker BOE has unveiled the full specifications list of the next-gen OLED panel that is installed on the OnePlus 15 flagship. It is a flexible OLED screen with record beating refresh rate and brightness combo, alongside num...
Daniel Zlatev, 15 Oct 2025 19:28
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE

86% The most affordable Galaxy S25 has cut corners in the wrong area - Samsung Galaxy S25 FE smartphone review

Full of compromises. The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE offers a lot of features and performance at a now significantly reduced price, combined with 7 years of updates. However, the improvements over its predecessor are only minor, and the Fan Edition really falls short when it comes to battery life.
Samsung Exynos 2400 | Samsung Xclipse 940 | 6.70" | 190 g
Manuel Masiero, 14 Oct 2025 13:23
Lenovo Yoga Tab in review (Image source: Marcus Herbrich)

How good is the Lenovo Tab Pen Pro compared to the new Samsung S Pen | review verdict

Thanks to its stylus, the Lenovo Yoga Tab is an interesting choice for school or university. But how performs the Lenovo stylus in everyday use and how good is the Tab Pen Pro compared to Samsung's S Pens? We take a closer look at...
Marcus Herbrich, 13 Oct 2025 13:30
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 (image source: Notebookcheck)

Samsung's OLED panel in the Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 falls behind the competition

Samsung's Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 is a slim 14-inch laptop for everyday tasks, but the OLED panel slowly loses touch to the competition. The rivals are starting to offer much more in terms of brightness.
Andreas Osthoff, 13 Oct 2025 00:10
from the left: Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and Tab S11 (Image Source: Daniel Schmidt)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra: Is it worth switching from the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra?

With only one generation between them, you might think there wouldn't be much difference. But the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra shows significant improvements over its predecessor, particularly in terms of the display. Is that enough to ju...
Daniel Schmidt, 12 Oct 2025 16:05
Lenovo Yoga Tab Android tablet review (image source: Marcus Herbrich)

88% A wonderful Android tablet that highlights the iPad Air's shortcomings - Lenovo Yoga Tab review

A cheaper alternative to the Galaxy Tab S11. The Yoga Tab Plus's affordable sister model comes with a 144 Hz screen, a matching Pro pen, and the powerful Snapdragon SoC. With long battery life and a comprehensive range of accessories, the affordable Yoga tablet is perhaps a better Android alternative to the Galaxy Tab S11. Does that make the Yoga Tab a real bargain?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Adreno 750 | 11.10" | 458 g
Marcus Herbrich, 12 Oct 2025 14:26
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra (Image Source: Daniel Schmidt)

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra - Thinner, lighter, smarter

With the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra, Samsung has once again raised the bar for premium tablets. The new top-of-the-range model impresses with its elegant design, powerful performance and smart software, but it does have a few minor weak...
Daniel Schmidt, 10 Oct 2025 15:03
The Motorola Moto G86 Power has a huge battery and a very bright screen. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Three reasons why Motorola makes one of the best affordable mid-range phones

Buying a cheap smartphone can be a risky business: cheap plastic housing, slow SoCs and dim screens count among the dangers. But Motorola shows that things can be different. We take a look at one of its affordable mid-range phone ...
Florian Schmitt, 10 Oct 2025 11:00
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 review - Finally a rival to Apple's MacBook Air thanks to Lunar Lake?

87% Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 14 review - Finally a rival to Apple's MacBook Air thanks to Lunar Lake?

Thin and expensive. Samsung is now equipping its slim 14-inch laptop with Intel's efficient Lunar Lake processors, resulting in better runtimes. However, the price remains high, and Samsung is also slowly losing market share in the OLED panel segment.
Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Intel Arc Graphics 130V | 14.00" | 1.2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 08 Oct 2025 18:32
The premium tablet for work, entertainment and all things creative - Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G review

89% The premium tablet for work, entertainment and all things creative - Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G review

More productive. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G is a super-slim high-end tablet with a huge display, powerful performance, and versatile features. Whether for work, creativity or entertainment, it aims to set new standards. We tested whether it can truly live up to these high expectations.
Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ | ARM Immortalis-G925 MC12 | 14.60" | 695 g
Daniel Schmidt, 08 Oct 2025 17:10
According to Apple, the iPhone 17's 6.3-inch OLED panel reaches a brightness of up to 3,000 nits outdoors. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Turning off PWM flickering on the iPhone 17 is possible, but unlikely to bring benefits

Unfortunately, PWM-sensitive users are not spared from display flickering on the Apple iPhone 17. While there is an option to turn off PWM flickering, this only works at low display brightness, and many user reports reveal that th...
Manuel Masiero, 05 Oct 2025 09:00
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 tablet review (image source: Marcus Herbrich)

88% A superb tablet experience with caveats - Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 review

Sound expert. Samsung's compact flagship tablet offers the best hardware, long updates, and, of course, the new S Pen. Read our review of the Android tablet to find out whether we are bowled over by the Galaxy Tab S11 and its 11-inch OLED screen. Interestingly, the Samsung tablet definitely has one thing that puts it ahead of its Chinese competitors.
Mediatek Dimensity 9400+ | ARM Immortalis-G925 MC12 | 11.00" | 469 g
Marcus Herbrich, 04 Oct 2025 17:50
The Apple iPhone 17 has grown only minimally compared to the iPhone 16 and, at 177 grams, weighs just 12 grams more than the iPhone Air. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Verdict on the Apple iPhone 17: A worthwhile upgrade from the iPhone 16

For a long time, Apple's base iPhone received only minor upgrades and lagged significantly behind the Pro models. This has now changed dramatically with the iPhone 17. Its features are now so good that the advantages of the Pro ph...
Manuel Masiero, 03 Oct 2025 22:45
Google Pixel 10 Pro in review

89% Google Pixel 10 Pro Smartphone Review: Compact AI monster with top cameras

Gentle evolution. The Google Pixel 10 Pro impresses with its powerful OLED display, new camera technology, and clever AI functions. In this review, we show how the premium smartphone performs in everyday use and what highlights it really offers.
Google Tensor G5 | IMG DXT-48-1536 | 6.30" | 207 g
Daniel Schmidt, 02 Oct 2025 01:16
Apple iPhone 17

88% Apple iPhone 17 smartphone review - The best iPhone of the year is unbelievably close to an iPhone Pro

Finally with 120 Hz. For many years, very little changed with the basic iPhone. This is now changing rapidly with the introduction of the Apple iPhone 17. Especially when it comes to display and cameras, the iPhone 17 is closer than ever to the Pro models. Additionally, there is now twice the memory and a better battery. Despite this, the price has not risen.
Apple A19 | Apple A19 GPU | 6.30" | 177 g
Manuel Masiero, 01 Oct 2025 19:25
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite review (image source: Marcus Herbrich)

80% An open and transparent 5G Android tablet with a stylus and low price - Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite review

No 400 dollar tablet gets longer updates. The new Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite is the affordable alternative to the Galaxy Tab S11, but still comes with the S Pen. Thanks to AI and an optional keyboard cover, the Samsung Tab aims to be the ideal companion for school or university on a budget. Read on to find out whether this plan works in our mid-range tablet review.
Samsung Exynos 1380 | ARM Mali-G68 MP5 | 10.90" | 524 g
Marcus Herbrich, 01 Oct 2025 11:12
Intel subnotebook regains ground — Asus ZenBook 14 OLED UX3405CA review

88% Intel subnotebook regains ground — Asus ZenBook 14 OLED UX3405CA review

Intel or AMD ZenBook? Intel Evo or AMD Ryzen AI ZenBook – which one takes the crown this year as the better subnotebook? Which is lighter, faster, or simply the more well-rounded package? We pit the silver Intel ZenBook 14 with Core Ultra 7 255H against the black AMD ZenBook 14 with Ryzen AI 7 350.
Intel Core Ultra 7 255H | Intel Arc Graphics 140T | 14.00" | 1.3 kg
Christian Hintze, 29 Sep 2025 14:01
The Sony Xperia 1 VII runs on Android 16. Sony promises 4 OS updates and 6 years of security patches

Unique features and a paywall: Sony Xperia 1 VII stands out from the crowd

Sony is setting priorities with its new smartphone flagship, the Xperia 1 VII. With an MSRP of almost €1500, it’s not a mainstream device, but designed for camera enthusiasts. That said, users who choose the Xperia 1 VII also have...
Manuel Masiero, 27 Sep 2025 23:14
The Sony Xperia 1 VII comes with the Snapdragon 8 Elite and 12 GB of RAM and is only available with 256 GB of storage. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Sony Xperia 1 VII: A professional camera smartphone not suitable for everyone

"A smartphone like no other" is how Sony advertises the Xperia 1 VII. In terms of features and performance, the 6.5-inch device is an absolute high-end device, but its main strength is its cameras, offering the ultimate experience...
Manuel Masiero, 25 Sep 2025 13:31
Fairphone 6. (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Fairphone 6: Cleverly expandable and easy to repair

The Fairphone 6 is not only easy to repair, but can also be equipped with suitable extensions. The integrated switch also offers options for personalizing user experience.
Daniel Schmidt, 25 Sep 2025 13:16
Sony Xperia 1 VII

89% Sony Xperia 1 VII review – A dream smartphone for content creators and photo enthusiasts?

Camera king. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is an extremely fast, high-end smartphone with a unique set of features. Equipped with a 7.1x optical zoom and Zeiss lenses, it also comes with special features such as a headphone jack and a microSD slot. The premium phone has even already received the Android 16 update. Our review reveals whether photo enthusiasts can take advantage of these features.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Adreno 830 | 6.50" | 197 g
Manuel Masiero, 23 Sep 2025 10:43
Fairphone 6. (Image source: Daniel Schmidt)

Fairphone 6: A great smartphone even without a top overall rating

The Fairphone 6 achieves a solid result in our review, but not a top score. However, it offers many features that no other brand offers and is still the first choice for those looking for a sustainable smartphone.
Daniel Schmidt, 22 Sep 2025 15:07
Vivo X200 FE smartphone review (image source: Marcus Herbrich)

85% A compact Android smartphone with top hardware and an XXL battery - Vivo X200 FE review

Tough competition for the Galaxy S25 FE. The Vivo X200 FE is a handy and lightweight phone that comes with top-of-the-line features, including Zeiss lenses, for photography enthusiasts. However, the small high-end phone's XXL battery has a significantly smaller capacity in some European countries. Nevertheless, the Vivo smartphone is superior to a Galaxy S25 FE on paper.
MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | ARM Immortalis-G720 MP12 | 6.31" | 186 g
Marcus Herbrich, 18 Sep 2025 09:43

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