Meteor Lake

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 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 (Arc) | 14.00" | 1.5 kg

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

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

Is this 3-year old design reaching its limits? There's no denying how versatile the Framework Laptop 13.5 can be now that it's gone through several generations of Intel and AMD CPUs without any major design changes. The improved display and integrated graphics help keep the model competitive, but the cooling solution is perhaps showing its age.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 13.50" | 1.4 kg

Gaming on the go. The compact Predator Helios Neo 14 aims to attract creatives and gamers. The right prerequisites are in place: a Core Ultra 9 185H, GeForce RTX 4070, 32 GB of RAM, a 14.5-inch panel (3k, sRGB, 165 Hz, G-Sync) with a 16:10 aspect ratio, Thunderbolt 4. Good battery life rounds out its total package.
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU | 14.50" | 1.9 kg

One of the fastest mini PCs! The Asus ROG NUC is an extremely compact powerhouse and is primarily aimed at gamers. The combination of Intel Core Ultra 9 185H and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 laptop promises a lot. We use numerous measurements and benchmarks to analyze the expected performance level and how well the compact gaming PC performed in our test course.
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU | 2.6 kg

Core i9-14900HX Raptor Lake-HX refresh. The ZBook Fury 16 series has been updated with new Raptor Lake-HX processor options for faster performance. The difference, however, is smaller than we would like to be mostly unnoticeable for most scenarios.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA RTX 3500 Ada Generation Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.6 kg

XMG now also without a dedicated GPU. With the new XMG Evo 15, the German manufacturer Schenker wants to tap into a new target group that wants a modern notebook without a dedicated graphics card. In addition to the excellent 500-nit IPS panel, the outstanding maintenance options with 2x SO-DIMM and 2x SSD slots stand out in particular.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 15.30" | 1.7 kg

Takes it slowly. Medion's S10 is a slim multimedia laptop with Meteor Lake, 16 GB RAM and a vivid OLED panel (4k, DCI-P3, 16 inches) with a 16:10 aspect ratio. Praiseworthy: Its RAM can be swapped out/upgraded. This total package retails for around US$1,400.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 16.00" | 1.6 kg

AI as a marketing tool? Minisforum is renewing its model range based on the Intel Meteor Lake processors: The UH125 Pro is being launched based on the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H. You can also look forward to a wealth of connectivity, which is currently among the most modern with USB4 and OCuLink. We took a detailed look at the device and analyzed its performance based on numerous measurements and benchmarks.
Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | Intel Arc 7-Core iGPU | 797 g

Core U, Core H, IPS, and OLED options. The Yoga 7 2-in-1 14 packs a lot of features for the price including a modern AI-ready processor. However, prices start to skyrocket if configuring with higher-end Core H and OLED options.
Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | 14.00" | 1.6 kg

Premiere for the RTX 500 Ada. Lenovo has given the Intel version of the ThinkPad P14s G5 a completely new case including a 3K IPS panel. Apart from this, the mobile workstation is equipped with a current Meteor Lake processor as well as the Nvidia RTX 500 Ada—plus, it boasts good maintenance options. Is its development going in the right direction again?
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Nvidia RTX 500 Ada Generation Laptop GPU | 14.50" | 1.7 kg

2.5K HDR600 for $1000 USD. Previously available only on higher-end gaming laptops, mini-LED panels are starting to trickle down to more mainstream multimedia options including the Dell Inspiron series. This particular model is intriguing as it is one of the first 16-inch convertibles to offer a 2.5K mini-LED touchscreen.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 16.00" | 2.1 kg

AI ready with Meteor Lake vPro. The model can be configured with 14th gen CPUs starting from the Core Ultra 5 125U up to even the Core Ultra 7 165H. However, it's clear that the form factor was designed more for U-series CPUs in mind rather than the more demanding H-series.
Intel Core Ultra 7 165H | NVIDIA RTX A500 Laptop GPU | 14.00" | 1.5 kg

Vapor chamber cooling. Asus only equips the most powerful models of the ROG Zephyrus G16 with vapor chamber cooling. We review the high-end model with the Core Ultra 9 185H and the GeForce RTX 4090 laptop. However, is the cooling really better than the type seen in the RTX 4070 and which compromises have had to be struck due to the compact case?
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 1.9 kg

Could barely be any slimmer. LG's Gram laptops are slim and lightweight. Under the name LG Gram Pro, the manufacturer is now launching a laptop to top it all off. It is even slimmer, more lightweight and has even more power at its disposal.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4GB Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 1.3 kg

Great performance and a 120-Hz display. Xiaomi's RedmiBook Pro 14 is a fast and inexpensive 14-inch laptop with an Intel Meteor Lake processor and 32 GB RAM. Its high-resolution IPS display runs at 120 Hz and its 80-Wh battery ensures impressive runtimes.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 14.00" | 1.4 kg

World's lightest 13.3-inch premium commercial laptop. The superlight Latitude 13 series gets new 14th gen Meteor Lake-U processor options to be AI and Co-Pilot ready. Other small touches include a higher resolution 5 MP webcam which addresses one of the drawbacks of the original Latitude 13 7340 design.
Intel Core Ultra 5 135U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | 13.30" | 1.1 kg

Finally packing a punch and OLED. For a long time, LG's laptops have impressed with their lightweight design and excellent display but, when it comes to computing power, LG hasn't exactly blown us away. The Gram Pro 2-in-1 shows that LG can also make powerful laptops. Only the weight remains area in which the manufacturer continues to be economical.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 16.00" | 1.4 kg

Now supports up to two SSDs. It may look the same as the Inspiron 16 Plus 7630 at first glance, but the Inspiron 16 Plus 7640 brings several updates worth learning about before deciding on a purchase.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2.2 kg

Enviable contortionist. The HP Envy x360 2-in-1 nails the basics with its sleek design, premium build, and a vibrant 120 Hz OLED display. However, HP's performance choices with the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U Meteor Lake CPU raises a few questions. We look into this and other aspects of this impressive convertible.
Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | 14.00" | 1.4 kg