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The GMKtec EVO-T1 will be available at around $793 in China. Pictured: the mini PC. (Image source: GMK)

EVO-T1: GMKtec's new gaming mini PC gets official price reveal

Officially teased in late May 2025, the GMKtec EVO-T1 is now available to pre-order in China. The new Intel Arrow Lake gaming mini PC will launch on July 14 with a promotional price of CNY 5,699, about $793.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 21 Jun 2025 14:25
Intel Vision. (Image source: Intel Corporation)

Further wave of layoffs at Intel chip production - up to 20% have to go

After the struggling company cut thousands of jobs last year, the next wave of redundancies at Intel is now imminent. An email to the workforce mentions that 15 to 20% of the workforce will be axed.
Christian Hintze, 18 Jun 2025 18:07
Launch discount coupons are now available for the IT15 on Amazon. Pictured: the mini PC. (Image source: Geekom)

Geekom IT15 mini PC becomes available to purchase with launch discounts

The Geekom IT15 is now available to purchase. Both the mini PC configurations are currently enjoying $150 and $200 launch discounts, respectively. With this promotion in place, the base model can be purchased for $749.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 18 Jun 2025 17:13
Arc has already defied rumours of its death once before, but there's only so long it can burn a hole in Intel's pocket until it has to show some returns. (Image source: Intel)

🎙️ OpinionBig dies, small margins: A postmortem on Intel Arc Battlemage (so far)

CheckMag Intel's latest graphics cards are closer than ever to being ready for prime time - but with precious little margin, can Intel's balance sheet carry the hopes of budget gamers forever?
Matthew Lee, 18 Jun 2025 00:44
The ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 offers a 5:4 aspect ratio in its default 14-inch state. (Image source: Lenovo)

ThinkBook Plus Gen 6: Lenovo finally reveals imminent release for first rollable laptop

The first mass-produced rollable laptop is almost upon us after a five-month wait. Arriving later this week for $3,499, the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 combines a unique viewing experience with Intel's power-efficient Lunar Lake platform.
Alex Alderson, 17 Jun 2025 14:28
Luma Pro A380 Octal (Image source: Matrox)

Matrox returns with LUMA Pro A380 Octal dual-GPU for synchronized 8-display setups

The graphics company is back at it with a professional-level card that features two Intel Arc GPUs, support for up to eight 5K displays, and multi-display sync precision down to the pixel level.
Anton Avdyushkin, 16 Jun 2025 22:39
Intel Nova Lake will feature up to 52 cores on its top spec model (image source: Google Gemini)

Intel Nova Lake core count and TDP revealed by new leak

A new leak has revealed most of Intel's Core Ultra 400 Nova Lake CPU lineup. Its top-spec Core Ultra 9 model will have a total of 52 cores with 16 P-cores, 32 E-cores and 4 LP-E-cores.
Anil Ganti, 16 Jun 2025 15:32
The Dell 14 Plus weighs around 1.5 kg (3.33 lbs.). (Image source: Dell, Unsplash, edited)

Deal | New Dell 14 Plus laptop with latest Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU and 120 Hz display enjoys $350 price cut

The Dell 14 Plus laptop, which was released just a few months ago, is already available at a big discount. With a 28% price cut, the Dell 14 Plus has now become a solid multimedia value thanks to its Core Ultra 7 258V APU, 32 GB of RAM, and a 120 Hz display.
Fawad Murtaza, 13 Jun 2025 12:38
Maingear Ultima 18 gaming laptop (Image source: Maingear PR)

Maingear unveils its new Ultima 18-inch gaming laptop with 4K 200Hz display and RTX 5090 GPU

The Ultima 18 tackles the difficult task of downsizing a high-end desktop. With a Core Ultra 9 CPU and available Nvidia RTX 5090 graphics card, the gaming laptop is performance-focused. Shipping with a large 4K display, the 8.8 lb. Ultima is one of the heavier 18-inch models.
Adam Corsetti, 11 Jun 2025 14:30
Slim gamer impresses with RTX 5070 Ti laptop - Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 2025 in review

90% Slim gamer impresses with RTX 5070 Ti laptop - Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 2025 in review

Fast enough for QHD. Even with the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti laptop GPU on board, the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 is an excellent gaming and multimedia laptop. However, the price remains quite high at €3,399, while the comparable Razer Blade 16 is a substantial €400 less expensive.
Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop, 16", 1.9 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 10 Jun 2025 19:35
The second GPD MicroPC will feature a 7-inch display, unlike its predecessor. (Image source: GPD)

GPD reveals MicroPC 2 as smaller and lighter alternative to recent Pocket 4 release

GPD has revealed the MicroPC 2, six years after introducing its original model. Packing over twice as much performance and a 1-inch larger display, the GPD MicroPC 2 is still over 30% lighter than the GPD Pocket 4 with which it shares many design characteristics.
Alex Alderson, 09 Jun 2025 16:03
The ROG NUC 2025 will now start with a Core Ultra 275HX and an RTX 5070 Ti for ~$2,561. (Image source: Asus)

Asus announces cheaper ROG NUC 2025 gaming mini-PCs with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and RTX 5080 GPUs

Asus has updated its ROG NUC 2025 lineup with two cheaper SKUs. Still configured with an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, the Asus ROG NUC 2025 will soon be available with less built-in storage or a much cheaper Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU that sacrifices about 20% in performance.
Alex Alderson, 09 Jun 2025 15:23
The GMKTec Nucbox M3 Mini PC features tons of IO. (Image source: GMKTec/Amazon)

Deal | GMKTec Nucbox M3 Mini PC with 32 GB RAM records lowest price ever after 22% discount

The GMKTec Nucbox M3 Mini PC with a Core i5-12450H Alder Lake-H CPU and 32 GB of RAM has scored a healthy 22% discount. The price cut has resulted in the lowest price ever for the Mini PC. Combined with an affordable monitor, the GMKTec Nucbox M3 can make for a budget-friendly PC setup.
Fawad Murtaza, 05 Jun 2025 12:56
Intel Nova Lake-S desktop CPUs could sport the "Core Ultra 400" branding. (Image source: Intel)

Intel Nova Lake-S iGPU leaks with Xe3 "Celestial" and Xe4 "Druid" architectures

Reliable leaker Jaykihn has leaked some juicy details regarding the iGPU of the Intel Nova Lake-S desktop CPUs. Nova Lake-S CPUs could have an iGPU that incorporates both Xe3 and Xe4 components.
Fawad Murtaza, 04 Jun 2025 14:40
MSI Titan 18 HX AI in review

86% MSI Titan 18 HX AI A2XWJG Review: No-holds-barred Core Ultra 9 285HX and 175 W RTX 5090 Laptop performance

Titan up your wallet. The Titan 18 HX AI leaves no stone unturned in its quest for mobile gaming dominance with its elite-tier Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, and 4K 120 Hz mini-LED display. While the Titan 18 HX AI serves as a halo product that showcases the best of Intel and Nvidia, there are a few striking compromises that question its prohibitive $6,600 asking price.
Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop, 18", 3.6 kg
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 03 Jun 2025 14:21
Competing against ROG, Legion and co with an RTX 5090 and 240 Hz OLED - Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 gaming laptop review

85% Competing against ROG, Legion and co with an RTX 5090 and 240 Hz OLED - Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 gaming laptop review

Who is the master, who is the disciple? We finally managed to get our test-savvy hands on the Aorus Master 16 with an RTX 5090, OLED display, Thunderbolt 5, PCIe 5.0 and WiFi 7. Is this the new performance king for a price of $4,300?
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop, 16", 2.5 kg
Christian Hintze, 02 Jun 2025 15:06
Medion Erazer Beast 16 X1 laptop review: RTX 5090 gamer with optional water cooling

89% Medion Erazer Beast 16 X1 laptop review: RTX 5090 gamer with optional water cooling

Medion unpacks its claws. The Erazer Beast 16 X1 Ultimate is currently one of the fastest gaming notebooks on the market, which can be operated with external water cooling if desired. We compared the 16-inch model with the competition and let it loose on the latest games.
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop, 16", 2.8 kg
Florian Glaser, 01 Jun 2025 11:44
HP's OmniBook Ultra Flip 14, shown here in the Eclipse Grey colorway, features a 9-megapixel webcam with IR support (Image source: Allen Ngo / Notebookcheck)

Deal | HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 convertible with 2.8K OLED touchscreen and Core Ultra 7 256V drops to all-time low price

The HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 arrives with a high-refresh-rate 2.8K OLED panel, an Intel Lunar Lake processor, 16 GB of RAM, and a 1 TB M.2 SSD. Port selection is a bit limited, although buyers do get a pair of Thunderbolt 4 ports, in addition to Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 support.
Tudor Cibean, 31 May 2025 11:34
88 TB storage monster in test: Aoostar WTR Pro is a NAS and mini PC in one

88 TB storage monster in test: Aoostar WTR Pro is a NAS and mini PC in one

A lot of NAS for little money. A powerful NAS and Mini-PC hybrid that can be used flexibly and is suitable for both simple and demanding tasks - this is exactly what the Aoostar WTR Pro promises. With two processor variants, the economical Intel N100 and the powerful AMD Ryzen 7 5825U, the device is aimed at different user groups. We tested the Aoostar WTR Pro and checked its performance, noise level and energy efficiency.
Sebastian Bade, 29 May 2025 12:27
Bmax B9 Power review - 500 Euro mini PC with an Intel Core i9

Bmax B9 Power review - 500 Euro mini PC with an Intel Core i9

The Bmax B9 Power is a mini PC with solid features: The powerful but older Intel Core i9-12900HK with 14 cores and 20 threads is a workhorse. The system therefore promises a lot of power in the smallest of spaces - ideal for productive work and multimedia tasks. In our short test, we provide an overview of the performance of the Bmax B9 Power and clarify whether the mini PC can hold its own against the competition.
Intel Core i9-12900HK, Iris Xe G7 96EUs, 427 g
Sebastian Bade, 29 May 2025 12:18
Cinebench R23 power scaling comparison of AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D, Ryzen 9 9955HX, Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX, and Core i9-14900HX (Image source: Geekerwan on YouTube)

Chinese YouTuber’s benchmarks show AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D offering better multi-core efficiency than Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX

A benchmark comparison shared by Chinese YouTuber Geekerwan and discussed widely across Reddit suggests that AMD’s Ryzen 9 9955HX3D outpaces Intel’s Core Ultra 9 285HX in multi-core performance per watt, based on Cinebench R23 results.
Anmol Dubey, 29 May 2025 05:16
Asus has designed the ROG NUC 2025 to be used vertically just like its predecessor. (Image source: Asus)

Asus releases ROG NUC 2025 gaming mini-PC with Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080

Asus has finally released the ROG NUC 2025 ahead of its full global launch later this year. Available for ~$3,475 at current exchange rates, the Asus ROG NUC 2025 should deliver massive performance gains over last year's model thanks to the presence of a laptop Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 GPU and an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor.
Alex Alderson, 28 May 2025 17:27
HP's OmniBook 5 AI 16, here in the Glacier Silver colorway, ships with a FHD IR webcam (Image source: HP)

Deal | HP OmniBook 5 AI 16 with OLED touchscreen and Core Ultra 7 255U slips under $630

The HP OmniBook 5 AI 16 features a 2K OLED touch display, an Arrow Lake-U processor, 16 GB of RAM, and a 512 GB M.2 SSD. However, buyers will unfortunately miss out on any Thunderbolt connectivity, with the notebook's USB-C ports having a maximum data transfer rate of just 10 Gbps.
Tudor Cibean, 28 May 2025 06:38
Razer Blade 18 gaming laptop on desktop (Image source: Razer PR)

The Razer Blade 18 gaming laptop arrives as a desktop replacement with dual-mode display

The latest Razer gaming laptop is now purchasable. While not the most portable option, the Blade 18 is an alternative to hauling around a desktop PC. The Razer laptop features a high-end Intel Arrow Lake-HX CPU, RTX 50-series GPUs, and is inviting to upgrades.
Adam Corsetti, 27 May 2025 19:54
The Dell 16 Plus arrives in the Ice Blue colorway (Image source: Dell)

Deal | Dell 16 Plus with Core Ultra 7 256V and 2.5K screen discounted below $700

The Dell 16 Plus comes with an Intel Core Ultra 7 256V processor, 16 GB of soldered RAM, a 1 TB M.2 solid-state drive, and a 16-inch IPS panel. Additionally, it features modern connectivity, including a Thunderbolt 4 port, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.
Tudor Cibean, 23 May 2025 23:03
Intel empire strikes back with 21 hrs of battery life: Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 laptop review

89% Intel empire strikes back with 21 hrs of battery life: Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 laptop review

Lunar Lake greatness. Qualcomm, AMD and Intel - the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 is a laptop that can be configured with every available option. The Intel Lunar Lake model we test today may be the best yet, striking the ideal balance between great everyday performance and efficiency.
Intel Core Ultra 5 228V, Arc 130V, 14", 1.3 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 23 May 2025 16:49
ASRock showcases DeskMini Q870 PSU-sized mini PC with desktop-grade Intel Core Ultra 9 285 processor

ASRock showcases DeskMini Q870 PSU-sized mini PC with desktop-grade Intel Core Ultra 9 285 processor

ASRock introduced the Mini-STX form-factor back in 2017 with not much success. The standard is back again with the imminent launch of the DeskMini Q870 models that are roughly the size of an ATX PSU and feature support for desktop-grade Intel Arrow Lake processors and the new CSODIMM RAM standard.
Bogdan Solca, 23 May 2025 16:47
The EVO-T1 is said to build on the EVO series' 'floating shape' design. (Image source: GMKtec)

GMKtec EVO-T1: New mini-PC teased with OCuLink eGPU expansion and Intel Core Ultra 9 285H processor

GMKtec has revealed new details about the EVO-T1, its latest EVO series mini-PC after releasing the EVO-X1 earlier this season. Arriving this summer, the GMKtec EVO-T1 will combine an Intel Core Ultra 9 285H processor with OCuLink connectivity for hooking up an eGPU. The new mini-PC is packed with other ports too, including seven USB connections.
Alex Alderson, 22 May 2025 20:20
Medion Erazer Beast 18 X1 laptop review: How does the RTX 5080 perform in the gaming giant?

83% Medion Erazer Beast 18 X1 laptop review: How does the RTX 5080 perform in the gaming giant?

Medion is aiming high. With a price tag exceeding $4,000, the Erazer Beast 18 X1 MD62731 is mainly targeted at passionate gamers with the proper budget. In return, it provides the latest high-end hardware from Intel and Nvidia. We compare the 18-inch model with its competitors and other variants based on the latest CPU/GPU.
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop, 18", 3.6 kg
Florian Glaser, 22 May 2025 15:56
(Image Source: Asus)

Deal | Asus Vivobook Flip 14 OLED convertible notebook with Intel Core Ultra 7 256V slips under $1,000

Besides the Core 7 Ultra 256V processor with Arc 140V iGPU, highlights for this model include a 14-inch 1920 x 1200 OLED touchscreen, 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, Thunderbolt 4 port, microSD card reader and Wi-Fi 7 + BT 5.4 wireless connectivity. RAM is limited to 16 GB on-package, yet it features blazing fast LPDDR5X-8533 speeds.
Bogdan Solca, 20 May 2025 15:24
The Intel Arc Pro B50 is positioned as an affordable workstation GPU. (Image source: Intel)

Intel Arc Pro B50 and B60 launch as affordable workstation GPUs with up to 24 GB VRAM

The Arc Pro B50 and Arc Pro B60 are Intel's latest offerings in the category of relatively affordable workstation GPUs. Both offer 16 GB to 24 GB of VRAM at starting prices of $299 and will allow for the creation of systems with up to 192 GB of VRAM.
Hannes Brecher, 19 May 2025 15:04
GMKtec will showcase the EVO-T1 on May 21, 2025. Pictured: the teaser picture of the mini PC. (Image source: GMK - edited)

GMK teases EVO-T1 as new mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 9 285H

Mini PC maker GMKtec has teased a new system that will be part of the EVO series. Called EVO-T1, it will feature the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, and according to the official teaser, the design seems slightly different from that of the EVO-X2.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 19 May 2025 14:44
Luxury Chromebook from Samsung in review

81% Beautiful, fast, but power-hungry: The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus review

Chromebook deluxe: The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook Plus impresses with its ultra-slim aluminum body and exceptionally brilliant AMOLED display that sets new standards in this class. It also delivers good performance thanks to the Intel Core 3, but has a steep price tag.
Intel Core 3 100U, UHD Graphics 64EUs, 15.6", 1.2 kg
Marc Herter, 19 May 2025 14:15
The TexHoo QN15 currently starts at $97.79. Pictured: QN15 and QN10. (Image source: TexHoo)

TexHoo QN15 launches as affordable mini PC with Intel Twin Lake CPU

The market has already seen quite a number of Intel N150-powered mini PC launches recently, and the TexHoo QN15 is another one of them. This Twin Lake system currently starts at $97.79, and it features a decent selection of connectivity ports.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 18 May 2025 09:07
Zotac introduced new M series and C series mini PCs at Computex 2025. Pictured: two of the new mini PCs. (Image source: Zotac - edited)

Zotac intros new mini PCs powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors

At Computex 2025, Zotac has introduced multiple refreshed mini PCs. Among them are the Zbox CI675 nano and CI655 nano from the C series and edge MI676 and MI656 from the M series. All of them are powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 2 CPUs.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 May 2025 15:35
The Intel and AMD variants for the Aspire 16 AI laptops feature up to 16-inch OLED WUXGA+ panels, while the Qualcomm variants instead opt for LCD WUXGA displays. (Image source: Acer - Edited)

Acer unveils Aspire 16 AI laptops with up to OLED display, 32GB RAM, and 27-hour battery across Intel, AMD, and Snapdragon models

Acer has launched the Aspire 16 AI laptops in Intel, AMD, and Snapdragon versions. With OLED and LCD display options, AI features, and up to 27-hour battery life, the new lineup comes with 3 distinct performance tiers under a unified 16-inch design.
Anubhav Sharma, 16 May 2025 19:57
The Acer Swift Edge 14 AI offers Lunar Lake goodness in under a kg. (Image Source: Acer)

Acer Swift Edge 14 AI combines flagship Core Ultra 9 288V and brilliant 3K OLED in sub-1 kg design

At Computex 2025, Acer is introducing the Swift Edge 14 AI as a premium, ultralight laptop that weighs just short of a kg. The Swift Edge 14 AI offers Intel Lunar Lake options all the way up to the Core Ultra 9 288V and features a stunning 3K OLED display along with USB4 and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 16 May 2025 17:10
Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 AI has been shown off at Computex (image source: Acer)

Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 AI unveiled with Intel Arrow Lake-H CPU, RTX 50 series GPU and high-refresh-rate OLED panel

Acer has shown off a compact gaming laptop at Computex 2025. The Predator Helios Neo 14 AI aims to balance performance and portability with its mix of Intel and Nvidia hardware.
Anil Ganti, 16 May 2025 15:00
Acer Predator Triton 14 AI has been shown off with a unique mix of parts (image source: Acer)

Lunar Lake with an Nvidia dGPU: Acer shakes up gaming laptop market with Predator Triton 14 AI

The Acer Predator Triton 14 AI is one of the more fascinating gaming laptops launched in 2025. It pairs an Intel Lunar Lake CPU with an Nvidia Blackwell GPU, and rounds it off with a high-refresh-rate OLED screen.
Anil Ganti, 16 May 2025 15:00
All Acer Aspire A14 AI laptops now get an OLED display option. (Image Source: Acer)

Acer expands Aspire 14 AI Copilot+ PC lineup with Intel Lunar Lake and AMD Ryzen AI Krackan Point offerings

Acer is introducing several new Aspire A14 AI SKUs at Computex 2025 featuring Intel Lunar Lake and AMD Ryzen AI Krackan Point processors. The new Aspire A14 AI laptops feature an aluminum build and can be configured with up to 32 GB of RAM along with an OLED display option.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 16 May 2025 15:00
The Acer Swift Go 16 AI features a 16-inch 120 Hz OLED display (Image source: Acer)

Acer Swift Go 16 AI debuts with Intel Lunar Lake processors and 120 Hz OLED display

Acer has announced its latest Swift Go 16 AI laptop at Computex 2025 in Taiwan. Acer’s new Swift Go 16 AI features a 120 Hz OLED display, up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, a 64 Wh battery, up to 32 GB of RAM, and an FHD webcam, among other features.
Abhinav Fating, 16 May 2025 15:00
Spectre is back (Image Source: CSE)

Spectre CPU vulnerability yet again discovered in 2018-2024 Intel CPUs

The latest Spectre bugs affect Intel's processors based on the Skylake architecture, starting with Coffee Lake models and all the way up to Raptor Lake Refresh. Intel already issued mitigation microcode, with most models seeing 1-2% performance degradation. Rocket Lake CPUs from 2021 are the only ones exhibiting elevated overhead with 8.3% degradation.
Bogdan Solca, 16 May 2025 14:05
Slim and compact with great performance and long battery life. (Image Source: Acer)

Deal | Refurbished Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 with Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and Nvidia RTX 4070 slides under $1,000

This is the PHN14-51-79UB model that also features 16 GB LPDDR5X, 1 TB SSD, slim chassis with a quality 14.5-inch IPS 2560 x 1600 display, Thunderbolt 4 connector and microSD card reader.
Bogdan Solca, 15 May 2025 15:39
Intel aims for foundry break-even in 2027 as 18A node enters volume ramp. Pictured: A worker holding a silicon wafer (Image source: Intel)

Intel foundry aims for breakeven by 2027

Intel’s foundry business continues to post heavy losses, but CFO David Zinsner says the unit should reach break-even in 2027. The plan hinges on bringing the 18A process into volume production this year, moving key client and server CPUs onto it, and winning more external orders for the 14A node.
Nathan Ali, 15 May 2025 11:50
The Intel Lunar Lake-powered LG Gram 17 is now on sale at Best Buy (image source: Best Buy)

Deal | LG Gram 17 with Intel Lunar Lake processor, 32 GB RAM and 1 TB storage gets attractive discount at Best Buy

The new LG Gram 17 variant has received a decent price cut at Best Buy. It comes with a 17-inch touch-enabled screen, two Thunderbolt 4.0 ports and a marketed battery life of up to 23 hours.
Anil Ganti, 15 May 2025 06:14
One of the new slim ultrabooks (Image Source: ECS)

ECS expands laptop portfolio with ultraportable notebooks powered by AI-enabled Intel, AMD and Qualcomm chips

The new ECS ultraportables to be showcased at Computex in a few weeks include the UP42AR with Intel Arrow Lake Core Ultra 2 series CPUs, the UP42KP equipped with AMD Krackan Point APUs and the UP42PW packing Snapdragon X Plus SoCs. All models support up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 RAM, 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD storage and come standard with USB4 / TB4 connectors, fingerprint sensor and microSD card reader.
Bogdan Solca, 14 May 2025 13:08
The Acer Swift 16 AI (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Acer Swift 16 AI review verdict: Brilliant OLED and a great bang for the buck

The Acer Swift 16’s OLED display immediately makes it clear what this laptop is all about. Razor-sharp images, perfect black levels and vibrant colors. There’s a €600 difference between the cheapest and most expensive configuration, but even the more affordable variants don't perform much worse compared to the maxed-out version.
Marc Herter, 13 May 2025 22:49
Lenovo LOQ and Legion 5 gaming laptops (Image Source: Laptops Direct)

Nvidia RTX 5050 mobile GPU confirmed to get 8 GB VRAM in leaked Lenovo gaming laptop listings from UK retailer site

The LOQ and Legion 5 model specs leaked on the Laptops Direct site both feature 8 GB VRAM. According to previous leaks, the VRAM speeds would be limited to GDDR6 128 bit. Prices for the leaked laptops most likely include European trade taxes and the US prices should be a few hundred USD lower.
Bogdan Solca, 13 May 2025 17:18
Multimedia talent featuring a brilliant OLED—almost without a catch: Acer Swift 16 AI laptop review

85% Multimedia talent featuring a brilliant OLED—almost without a catch: Acer Swift 16 AI laptop review

Lunar Lake without astronomical prices The Acer Swift 16 AI with Core Ultra 9 excels in tests with its vibrant OLED colors and strong overall performance, suitable for AI tasks, everyday use, and light gaming. Despite the mediocre speakers, it represents an excellent option for demanding users seeking outstanding picture quality and modern technology.
Intel Core Ultra 9 288V, Arc 140V, 16", 1.5 kg
Marc Herter, 12 May 2025 20:23
A new Intel Arc B580 variant from Maxsun has been spotted online (image source: Maxsun)

Upcoming Intel Arc B580 variant could arrive with a serious VRAM upgrade

The EEC website has shown off multiple new Intel Arc B580 graphics cards. Most of them are from Maxsun, and two come with more VRAM than previously seen on an Arc B580.
Anil Ganti, 12 May 2025 16:16

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