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While the ThinkPad series of laptops has always lent itself to customization, the Intel processors powering them have limited complete control over the device due in part to Intel’s Management Engine. However, thanks to the work of dedicated security researchers, there is a method to build a fully open-source laptop, from the BIOS up.

The Legion 5i Gen 11 is one of the first Intel Panther Lake-based gaming laptops that is actually available to order. Configurable with either a Core Ultra 7 356H or Core Ultra 9 386H, the Legion 5i Gen 11 also features a 165 Hz OLED display, an 80 Wh battery and up to 32 GB of RAM.

The ExpertBook Ultra is just barely over 1 kilogram and it can already run games almost as well as most budget gaming laptops over twice the size. Unfortunately, make sure you're next to a power outlet.

Lenovo updated the IdeaPad Pro 5i with the new Intel Panther Lake CPUs at CES 2026. Armed with a 99.9 Wh battery and up to a Core Ultra X9 388H, the IdeaPad Pro 5i 2026 promised phenomenal endurance. Per reviews, the IdeaPad Pro 5i indeed delivers extraordinary battery life.

The Khadas Mind Pro was officially introduced at CES 2026 as a new Intel Panther Lake mini PC. It packs the Core Ultra X7 358H, which has the top-end Arc B390 iGPU. The pre-order price is $1,799, $200 off the retail price.

Facing soaring memory prices, some buyers are looking to last-gen hardware for relief. Unfortunately, as a new report documents, DDR4 costs are surging even faster than DDR5 RAM. The situation is unlikely to improve, since contract prices with manufacturers don’t align with market value.

The Intel Panther Lake APUs are here, and they are looking quite good. From multi-core performance to power efficiency, Panther Lake APUs like the Core Ultra X9 388H have a lot going for them. However, the Core Ultra X9 388H and its Arc B390 iGPU is particularly impressive at low TDP ranges.

The Machenike GTS is now available globally. Equipped with dual USB4 ports and 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, the mini-PC is also one of the few that leverages Intel's Arrow Lake platform with a Core Ultra 9 285H complemented by 64 GB of DDR5 RAM.

Machenike has updated its unusual-looking mini-PC with a cheaper variant. Still equipped with 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage, the new edition is around 30% cheaper than Machenike's original Core Ultra 9 285H-powered variant.

As revealed by recent Passmark listings, the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H "Panther Lake" CPU appears to maintain a 10% lead over its predecessor in multithreaded tests, despite trading two P-cores for E-cores. The chip also maintained its lead over the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470, which also debuted at CES 2026.

GMKtec has launched a new affordable mini PC in China, the G3 Pro. While it's a new system, it relies on a dated CPU, the Intel Core i3 10110U, but it can be paired with up to 64GB of RAM and 8TB of storage. The launch price is around $130.

The Asus ROG NUC has a new rival in town. Equipped with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU and a 24-core Intel processor, the Minisforum AtomMan G7 Pro can be purchased for significantly less than its Asus counterpart, too.

While Intel's Panther Lake processors are expected to impress with efficiency and a fast integrated GPU, Intel is reportedly launching new HX-series processors soon, which are expected to deliver exceptionally high CPU performance. A benchmark leak now offers a glimpse into the performance of the Core Ultra 9 290HX.

Thunderobot has shared new details about its lightweight gaming laptop. Equipped with an OLED display and Intel's new Core Ultra 9 386H processor, the Thunderobot Zero Air also delivers up to 160 W performance thanks to its Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU, despite weighing less than 1.6 kg.

MSI has now released new Prestige 14 Flip and Prestige 16 laptops featuring Intel Panther Lake processors. Available with up to Intel's Arc B390 iGPU, the two laptops also come with OLED displays and 32 GB of RAM.

Lenovo is now selling 14-inch and 16-inch versions of its latest Yoga 7i 2-in-1 series. Built around Intel Panther Lake processors, the new Yoga 7i 2-in-1 also features OLED displays, 70 Wh batteries and up to 32 GB of RAM.

The JWIPC W144 is one of many new Intel Panther Lake mini-PCs that have arrived this month. The W144 is one of the only to feature a built-in display though, which it will combine with up to 96 GB of LPDDR5X-9600 RAM and Intel's Arc B390 iGPU.

The Minisforum MS-02 Ultra combines powerful Intel Core Ultra hardware with extensive features in a compact format and is aimed at demanding users. With high CPU performance, a modern platform including integrated AI acceleration and versatile expansion and network options, the mini PC offers the best prerequisites for professional workloads and continuous load scenarios. Does the MS-02 Ultra belong to the top class of mini PCs? Our review provides the answers.

Lenovo has started selling the Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition with Intel Panther Lake, 32 GB of RAM and a 75 Wh battery. Also packing a 1,110 nit OLED display, the new 14-inch laptop is missing its top-end Core Ultra X9 388H processor for now.

Asus has quietly released the Zenbook Duo UX8407 after showcasing the dual-screen laptop last week during CES 2026. Equipped with 1,000 nit OLED displays, 32 GB of RAM and a 99 Wh battery, the new Zenbook Duo also surpasses its 2025 counterpart by adopting Intel's Panther Lake platform up to the Core Ultra X9 388H with an Arc B390 iGPU.

Two Intel Panther Lake mini-PCs manufactured by Acemagic are on the horizon. Delivering up to a 120 W TDP with OCuLink expansion, one closely resembles the design of Apple's Mac Studio, too.

Asus has reportedly cancelled its first Arc B390 gaming laptop. Originally part of this year's ROG Zephyrus G14 refresh, the Intel Panther Lake-only variant was allegedly showcased by Intel as a success of its new architecture before being dropped shortly before CES.

HP’s Omen 16L gaming desktop, first unveiled at CES 2025, is now available with a newer Nvidia RTX 5000-series GPU at a reduced price. The compact pre-built pairs a modern Intel Core Ultra processor with updated graphics hardware, positioning it as a notable value option in its segment. With a sizeable discount currently in place, the Omen 16L stands out as an interesting choice for buyers considering a compact gaming desktop.

The Minisforum EliteMini M2 Pro was quietly unveiled at CES 2026, now over, and it's one of the first mini PCs powered by the Panther Lake SoC series. It can be equipped with up to an Intel Core Ultra X9 388H, which brings the capable Arc B390 iGPU.

CheckMag Lenovo used to have a design feature called the roll cage in ThinkPads, a Magnesium frame that strengthened the chassis stability and protected the internals. This feature is back in a new iteration called "Space Frame" on the new ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 G11 and X1 Carbon G14. We were able to take a look at both at CES 2026.

Intel Panther Lake promises a massive leap forward in terms of efficiency and iGPU performance. Our gaming benchmarks now provide first insights into how the brand-new Arc B390 iGPU stacks up against the AMD Radeon 890M, Ryzen Strix Halo and against dedicated Nvidia GPUs.

Intel is finally taking gaming handhelds seriously, as the Intel Core G3, a processor specifically optimized for devices such as the Steam Deck, is expected to hit the market soon. A leak has now revealed the key specs of the chip in advance.

MSI has quietly dropped hints about the state of its next PC gaming handheld. With the adoption of Intel Panther Lake being strongly suggested, company executives have also confirmed a major planned change that slipped under the radar.

Intel's upcoming Panther Lake APUs are shaping up to be quite impressive, at least in terms of energy efficiency and graphics performance. However, AMD is reportedly not that worried about the Core Ultra X9 388H Panther Lake flagship and its 12-core Arc B390 iGPU.

Intel Panther Lake promises significant improvements in efficiency and iGPU performance, which are the specific features that are particularly important for gaming handhelds. Intel is now calling the competing chips from AMD ancient, thereby challenging the current handheld market leader.

Ayaneo has finally started selling its AM03 mini-PC after months of teasers. The fourth Ayaneo mini-PC release to date, the Ayaneo AM03 looks the part but will come up short against the performance of many of its competitors considering its $399 launch price.

Lenovo unveiled the new Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition laptop at CES 2026 as a powerful multimedia notebook that can handle anything you can throw at it. At the heart of the Yoga Pro 9i (2026) are Intel's latest Panther Lake APUs. Dave2D reports that, thanks to the new Core Ultra 300 APUs and a new cooling solution, the Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition produces very little fan noise.

Intel’s upcoming Panther Lake platform has now appeared in early gaming tests, offering a first glimpse at its integrated graphics performance. A hands-on video from a popular YouTuber shows a Core Ultra X9 388H running inside a Lenovo reference laptop, with several AAA PC games tested at 1200p. The results provide an early indication of what Panther Lake could deliver in future laptops.

MSI has already previewed the Raider Max 16 HX during CES 2026. Additionally, the company has teased the release of two cheaper options, including an AMD variant that will match its Max counterpart with an optional Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 laptop GPU.

Minisforum has confirmed that a new version of the MS-02 Ultra mini workstation is on the horizon. Showcased as part of CES 2026, the MS-02 Ultra will soon be even more powerful thanks to an unreleased Intel processor.

Lenovo's new Chromebook Plus i 15 is a 15.3-inch ChromeOS laptop powered by Intel’s Core i3-N355. It features a 2K IPS display, long battery life, multiple ports, and is expected to launch in Q2 2026.

Lenovo has unveiled the Yoga Mini i - a compact Windows 11 mini PC with up to Intel Core Ultra X7 processors. Housed in a 0.65L chassis, it supports multiple displays, extensive connectivity, and is expected to arrive in June 2026.

Last year, Lenovo introduced the ThinkPad X9 series, a business focused answer to Apple's MacBook Air series. At this year's CES, Lenovo is expanding the line and shifting the focus: The new Lenovo ThinkPad X9 15p Aura Edition puts performance first, positioning this 15.3-inch business laptop more against the Apple MacBook Pro instead.

With the newest version of its most premium ThinkPad laptop, Lenovo is prioritizing repairability. The X1 Carbon G14 has a new "space frame" construction with a modular keyboard and USB-C ports, as well as Intel's new "Panther Lake" Core Ultra X7 processors.

Convertible laptops with pen and touch have a long tradition in the ThinkPad series. On older models, the digitizer pen was always embedded within the laptop - but that was not the case on the X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 and Gen 10. With the new Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 11, Lenovo has found a new place for the pen to stay. The new model also features Intel Core Ultra X9 CPUs and a more repairable design.

The Lenovo LOQ 15IPH11 is another affordable gaming laptop that has been unveiled at CES 2026. It can be configured with up to the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H from the Panther Lake lineup and Nvidia RTX 5060.

Lenovo has refreshed the IdeaPad Pro 5i, and as showcased at CES 2026, the new model can be equipped with up to the Core Ultra X9 388H CPU from the Intel Panther Lake lineup and Nvidia RTX 5060. Its starting price is $1,699.

The Yoga Pro 9i Aura Edition has been refreshed at CES 2026, and the new laptop is powered by Intel Panther Lake. Lenovo is offering the option to equip it with up to Core Ultra 9 386H and Nvidia RTX 5070. The starting price is $1,899.99.

The latest iterations of the popular Legion 5 15 gaming laptop have been shown at CES 2026 with the Gen 11 Lenovo Legion 5a 15 and Legion 5i 15. Available with either the AMD Ryzen AI 400 processors or Intel Panther Lake Core Ultra 300 series, the Gen 11 Lenovo Legion gaming laptops bring 1600p OLED displays and up to RTX 5060 graphics.

The Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition is a new sub-1 kg ultrabook packing Intel's 16-core Core Ultra X9 processor. Also wielding a 75 Wh battery and 9,600 MT/s RAM, the Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition takes on other lightweight laptops with a 1,100-nit and 120 Hz VRR OLED display too.

Lenovo announced at CES 2026 that the ThinkBook Plus Gen 7 Auto Twist laptop with an auto rotating 14-inch OLED display will be officially available in the US in June 2026. The laptop is powered by the latest Intel Panther Lake Core Ultra 300 series SoCs and a decently sized 75 Wh battery.