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We are currently testing the new Asus ExpertBook A7, which features a high-quality unibody aluminum chassis. It feels like a MacBook but also offers a matte OLED touchscreen with a 120 Hz refresh rate.

Mechrevo has launched the 14 Max Carbon, a slim and light laptop with a 14-inch 120Hz OLED display. Powered by the Intel Lunar Lake platform, it weighs around 2.08lbs, making it lighter than the 13-inch MacBook Air. The starting price is CNY 6,299, about $943.

The LattePanda Sigma 2 has been formally unveiled, and it's a new SBC powered by the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H, a powerful processor from the Panther Lake line. It has flexible expansion options and is available with up to 64GB of LPDDR5X RAM. The promotional price is $2,599.

Lenovo has released a new desktop PC under its IdeaCentre series. Featuring a range of configuration options, the IdeaCentre Tower 14IRR11 also undercuts its predecessor with significantly cheaper pricing.

The Minisforum Elite Mini M2 Slim is a newly added mini PC to the company's portfolio, and at its core, it's the same system as the M2 Air. Among all, the only notable difference is that the newly introduced model comes with a black chassis, and it starts at $399.

Xiaomi's next 16-inch laptop has revealed itself before its official launch. Swapping Intel Meteor Lake-H for Intel Wildcat Lake, the Xiaomi Redmi Book 16 2027 contains upgradeable RAM to surpass its predecessor, which also features an 80 Wh battery and a 120 Hz display.

Dell has started selling a new budget laptop globally. Available with an optional 120 Hz display, the Dell 14S DS14270 also contains upgradeable memory, a choice of modern Intel Wildcat Lake processors and a battery said to last over 20 hours in official tests.

Intel's Lunar Lake in a tiny 0.66-liter package: The Ninkear L20 brings the Intel Core Ultra 5 226V with powerful Arc graphics and USB4 to your desk. How does the quiet €699 mini PC perform in everyday use? Our in-depth review reveals all its strengths, weaknesses, and benchmark results in detail!

Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan says the company’s restructuring is 80 % complete, with most senior leaders replaced since March 2025. But catching up with TSMC in chip manufacturing and strengthening its position in AI will require years of investment.

Intel has publicly acknowledged its upcoming Razor Lake-AX processor, revealing plans for a 2028 release with approximately 700 TOPS of AI processing performance. Previously rumoured to compete with AMD's Strix Halo and Medusa Halo APUs, the processor is also being positioned for robotics applications.

A formerly Japanese-exclusive laptop line is coming to Europe: Panasonic is launching the Let's Note laptop brand for the European market. The new "Made in Japan" Panasonic Let's Note FC7 is a 14-inch business laptop that weighs just north of 1 kg and includes a user-replaceable battery, as well as Intel's Panther Lake platform.

An all-OLED, metal build laptop for €700? The new 14-inch HP OmniBook 5 comes in four colors and aims squarely at the sought after MacBook Neo type budget segment. We were able to have some hands-on time with the new HP OmniBook 5 14.

For its Googlebook, Asus utilizes the high-end chassis of the ExpertBook Ultra, resulting in a device that weighs less than one kilogram. However, the new Googlebook OS remains a limiting factor.

The new Googlebook models featuring Google's new operating system for laptops have been on the market since last week. We take a closer look at Googlebook OS and explain what it can do and where it (still) has limitations.

Asus has launched the ExpertBook A7, a new thin and light business laptop with an aluminum chassis. The laptop comes as a direct rival to Apple’s MacBook Air M5. It features a 120 Hz OLED display, a glass haptic touchpad, and a 65 Wh battery. Available in the Intel Core 5/7 processor option, the ExpertBook A7 is also said to last up to 26 hours in light usage. It’s now available for purchase in the US via Asus' official website.

Intel's new GPU D270 AI accelerator features up to 480 GB of LPDDR5X memory and 1.3 petaflops of FP8 performance. Designed for AI inference rather than 3D graphics, it targets large language models and long-context workloads while using a 350 W air-cooled design.

HP has brought Intel's Wildcat Lake platform to its business-focused HP 200 series. Available as the HP 200 G2Ri 16, the 16-inch laptop can currently be configured with up to 24 GB RAM and the Core 7 350.

Lenovo has brought one of its latest 14-inch convertible laptops to more countries. Now available in Europe, the IdeaPad 5 2-in-1 14IWC11 comes in multiple colours, with active stylus support and over 24 hours of battery life in official tests.

HP has now started selling a more powerful version of its latest MacBook Neo rival. Originally priced at $699 to compete against Apple's budget laptop, the OmniBook 5 14 has gained the Core 7 350 from Intel's Wildcat Lake platform, as well as 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage.

Asus has released new configurations of its Vivobook S14 and S16 laptops powered by Intel Core 7 350 processors in multiple markets. Both models feature 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB SSD storage, while the 16-inch version comes with a 144Hz display.

Gigabyte has released BIOS updates for its B760 and H610 motherboards, preparing them for new Intel desktop CPUs expected in early 2027. The upcoming processors are reportedly part of the Core 2000 series and will support both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, giving users a potential upgrade path without replacing their existing hardware.

Lenovo has started selling a new 14-inch laptop internationally. Equipped with an optional 120 Hz display, the IdeaPad Slim 5 Ultra 14IWC11 also boasts significantly longer battery life than Lenovo's original model thanks to its power-efficient Intel Wildcat Lake architecture.

A new analyst roadmap suggests Intel could attract several major technology companies to its advanced packaging business over the next three years. Amazon, Google, Qualcomm, Microsoft and Nvidia are among the potential customers, with Apple being notably absent.

In the budget space, manufacturers mostly like to sell old technology. The Qualcomm Snapdragon X is a bit long in the tooth, but not yet outdated. Still, it can beat the newest Intel options, as our review of the HP OmniBook 3 16 shows.

Intel's Raptor Lake architecture could return yet again under the Core 2000HX banner. Leaker Golden Pig Upgrade says the Raptor Lake Next chips will target HX-class laptops, while Intel's newer Nova Lake-HX processors are expected to use Core Ultra 4000-series branding.

Lenovo has released one of its new 15-inch laptops in more countries. Now sold in the US and Canada, the IdeaPad Slim 3i 15IWC11 combines a 120 Hz display with up to 19 hours of battery life thanks to Intel's power-efficient Wildcat Lake architecture.

Asus has introduced the NUC 14 Essential Fanless, a passively cooled mini PC designed for silent, low-maintenance operation. It combines Intel N-series processors with up to 32 GB of DDR5 memory and plenty of I/O.

XMG has launched the PRO 18 and PRO 18 VE with Intel Core Ultra 200HX Plus processors, RTX 50-series GPUs and 18-inch 1600p displays. Both laptops can be bought now with a 5% early-bird discount available until October 20.

The Founder 16-inch 2-in-1 is a new Windows 2-in-1 with x86 support. Built around a 16-inch display, the device is much wider and taller than Microsoft's Surface Pro series, with more ports to match its larger form factor. The Founder 16-inch 2-in-1 retails for ~$596 in China, too.

The Lenovo Lecoo N27 Pro has been launched in China, and it's a relatively affordable AiO with a 27-inch display that has a 100Hz refresh rate. There's an Intel Core i5 13420H under the hood, and the port configuration is pretty decent as well.

HP has released a new 14-inch laptop with an optional 1,100-nit OLED display. Also sporting a 120 Hz variable refresh rate, the display is complemented by Intel's power-efficient Wildcat Lake platform. The OmniBook 5 (14t-kf000) can be configured with up to 32 GB of RAM, too.

MSI has quietly updated its latest ROG Zephyrus G16 rival. Still featuring Intel's Panther Lake architecture and a 240 Hz OLED display, the latest MSI Stealth 16 can now be configured with Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070 12GB laptop GPU, too.

Asus has expanded the availability of a new 16-inch gaming laptop to more countries. Equipped with a 144 Hz display and an 85 W GPU, the TUF Gaming 16 2026 also boasts upgradeable RAM and storage to expand the laptop beyond its factory limits.

Lenovo has updated one of its recent laptop lines with a new model. Now sporting Intel's Wildcat Lake platform, the new IdeaPad Slim 5 Ultra is also said to last over 50% longer than Lenovo's older model in official tests. The refreshed laptop maintains a lightweight build too, as well as an optional 120 Hz display.

The Peladn WO5 304 was initially unveiled in August 2026, and now, the company has released it in China. This affordable mini PC is powered by an entry-level Intel Wildcat Lake CPU, and its USB4 port brings eGPU for those who might need it. The launch price is about $387.

The HP OmniBook 5 with Wildcat Lake processors has been launched globally, and with a starting price of $699.99, it rivals the MacBook Neo. This slim, lightweight laptop features a 14-inch OLED display and a battery life of up to 42 hours.

HP has introduced the ProBook 4 G2iS, a 14-inch business laptop powered by Intel Wildcat Lake processors. It packs a 70 Wh battery, a 120 Hz 3K OLED display and LPDDR5x memory.

Dell has introduced the Pro Rugged 14, a 14-inch laptop powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors with optional Nvidia RTX Pro 500 Blackwell graphics. It also offers up to 64 GB of serviceable LPCAMM2 memory, a 1,100-nit outdoor-viewable display and support for dual hot-swappable batteries.

Dell has introduced the Pro Rugged 13 Extreme, a fully rugged laptop designed for harsh field environments with a 6-foot drop rating and IP66 protection. It is powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 300 processors and comes with up to 64 GB of LPDDR5X memory, a 1,400-nit touchscreen and support for dual hot-swappable batteries.

The Machenike 14 Ultra has officially launched in China, and it’s powered by the Intel Core Ultra X7 358H, a powerful Panther Lake CPU with the Arc B390 iGPU. This new MacBook Pro M5 rival has a 120Hz refresh rate, and the launch price is about $1,267.

Geekom has started selling the GeekBook M14 in the US after first showing the laptop at CES 2026. The retail version is available with Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen processors, up to 16 GB of RAM, USB4 and a 72 Wh battery.

Framework has announced good news for people looking to buy a Framework Laptop 13 Pro, as the company has managed to source LPCAMM2 RAM and Core Ultra X9 CPUs at lower prices. However, the Framework Laptop 13 and the Framework Laptop 16 have gotten more expensive.

Panasonic has announced two new Toughbooks, which receive an upgrade to Intel's Panther Lake platform. The new rugged tablet-laptop hybrids Panasonic Toughbook G3 and Panasonic Toughbook FZ-34 will even be available with powerful Core Ultra X7 CPUs and ARC graphics.

The AirJet solid-state cooling solution makes the UP Xtreme PTL Edge Air much quieter and lighter compared to the conventional heatsink + fan models. However the implementation is not without slight disadvantages since the system draws 5% more power on average and the operating temperatures are reduced.

The latest workstation design showcased by Maxsun featured a compact Cooler Master i100 Air case with vertical orientation housing an Intel ARC Battlemage GPU coupled with a mini-ITX Z890 mobo without a PCIe riser. This was possible thanks to Maxsun's MCIO PCIe 5.0 connector implementation.

The recently released Wildcat Lake OmniDesk mini PC lineup has a new base configuration, and it's cheaper than the option with a 256GB SSD. It features slower UFS internal storage, and instead of LPDDR5X, there's "onboard" DDR5 RAM. The current price is $499.99.

The Wiko Hi MateBook 14 Core Edition 2026 has been launched in China, and this new MacBook Air rival features a 14.2-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, a lightweight chassis, and an Intel Panther Lake CPU. It has a launch price of $1,221.

SemiAnalysis has taken Intel’s Panther Lake apart, showing how the company’s 18A process combines RibbonFET gate-all-around transistors with PowerVia backside power delivery. The analysis finds that 18A delivers logic density similar to TSMC’s N3E, but does not yet give Intel a clear manufacturing lead over TSMC’s newer nodes.