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It's creaky. Last year, MSI introduced the Prestige 16 laptop featuring the Core Ultra 155H processor. Now, an AMD-powered A16 variant has arrived, equipped with a Ryzen 9 processor and an NPU (Copilot+), priced at €1,599. This new model makes a significant leap forward in performance. However, the AMD version isn't without its trade-offs compared to its Intel counterpart. Here's a closer look!
AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | AMD Radeon 880M | 16.00" | 2 kg

Workstation with low power. A more powerful version of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5: This is the promise of the Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 AMD. Performance is truly better, but this comes at a cost. Also, the OLED screen of the ThinkPad laptop leads to a bad endurance when running on battery power.
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 14.00" | 1.4 kg

A ton of improvements. With the ThinkBook 16 G7+, Lenovo is offering an upgraded version of the normal ThinkBook 16 with an AMD Zen 5 processor, significantly improved cooling, a larger battery, and a better 3.2K display with P3 coverage and 165 Hz.
AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 | AMD Radeon 880M | 16.00" | 1.9 kg

Pricey powerhouse. With its new M4 Pro processor, the Apple Mac Mini M4 delivers impressive performance and energy efficiency inside a compact case. In this review, we took a closer look at the Mac Mini with an M4 Pro SoC, 64 GB RAM and a 2-TB SSD which costs around $2,600.
Apple M4 Pro (12 cores) | Apple M4 Pro 16-Core GPU | 729 g

GPU performance boost. Lenovo's Yoga Pro 7 14 is a fast multimedia laptop that can optionally be equipped with dedicated GeForce GPUs. We tested the version with the Meteor Lake Core Ultra 7 155H, 32 GB RAM, 120-Hz OLED and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU | 14.50" | 1.6 kg

Minor update with Thunderbolt 4. HP does not change a lot for the EliteBook 845 G11 and only updates the processor to the Ryzen 7 Pro 8840HS (Zen4). You also get Thunderbolt 4 support now and the very good IPS screen as well as the excellent keyboard remain unchanged.
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 14.00" | 1.5 kg

Intel Lunar Lake or AMD Zen 5? In addition to the AMD model, Asus is now also launching the compact Vivobook S 14 OLED with the latest Intel Lunar Lake processor. We focus on the performance and fan behavior of the two models in the review as other components, including the 60 Hz FHD OLED panel, are common in both variants.
Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Intel Arc Graphics 130V | 14.00" | 1.3 kg

Ultralight business warrior. Intel Lunar Lake and the X1 Carbon seems to be a match made in heaven. For years, this flagship ThinkPad suffered from heat and endurance issues due to inefficient Intel CPUs. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition finally solves those issues.
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 982 g

2-in-1 Yoga. Lenovo has changed the naming scheme. The company's convertible laptops are now supposed to have "2-in-1" in their names, meaning the ThinkPad X13 Yoga Gen 4's successor is called ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5. The system is based on the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U; this review explores if that's the right choice and what else has changed apart from the naming structure.
Intel Core Ultra 7 165U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | 13.30" | 1.3 kg

Cooling at its limit. The top-of-the-range configuration of Apple's new M4 Max has been given two additional performance cores and a very fast graphics card. However, the M4 Max is slowed down by the MacBook Pro 16's cooling and can't make use of its full potential. Is it slowly time for a new case design?
Apple M4 Max (16 cores) | Apple M4 Max 40-Core GPU | 16.20" | 2.1 kg

The Envoy Ultra 2 TB external SSD from OWC is the only Thunderbolt 5 model pre-orderable right now and it rivals popular internal solutions like Samsung's 980 Pro. Its rugged compact case with silent design make it ideal for photographers, cinematographers and even gamers who are looking for lightning fast portable solutions.

This is Ayaneo's first attempt at a clamshell design inspired by the classic Nintendo DS. The KB variant is powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U and comes with a bright 7-inch angle-adjustable touchscreen and mini keyboard instead of the second touchscreen. Additionally, it features excellent game controllers, future-proof port selection with USB4 and OCuLink, as well as a highly-configurable AYASpace 2.0 control center.
AMD Ryzen 7 8840U | AMD Radeon 780M | 7.00" | 650 g

Strix-ThinkPad. After a year of absence from the ThinkPad T14s line, Lenovo's premium office line, AMD returns with Strix Point. The new Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 AMD with the Ryzen AI 7 Pro 360 delivers a great balance between performance and efficiency, outperforming the ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 Intel on both counts.
AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 | AMD Radeon 880M | 14.00" | 1.3 kg

The most interesting MacBook Pro? Last year, Apple offered its MacBook Pro 14 with the regular M3 SoC for the first time—the same one as in the MacBook Air models. This year's update brings the new M4 SoC with significantly more performance and improved connectivity.
Apple M4 (10 cores) | Apple M4 10-core GPU | 14.20" | 1.5 kg

RTX 4080 laptop & mechanical keyboard. With the XMG Neo 17, you get a thoroughbred gamer that can be equipped with the fastest components on the market. A mechanical Cherry keyboard and an external water cooling system are also available as options, which not only reduces the temperatures but also the background noise.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU | 17.00" | 2.9 kg

Productivity monster. The Lenovo ThinkPad T16 G3 is the big guy among in the office: With a 16-inch screen, numpad and large 86 Wh battery, it is made to make people more productive. Sadly, the performance of this Lenovo laptop does not quite live up to our expectations.
Intel Core Ultra 5 125U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | 16.00" | 2 kg

The Schenker KEY 17 Pro is among the first high-end desktop replacement mobile workstations that features dual Thunderbolt 5 ports. It integrates top components including an upgraded Intel i9-14900HX processor complemented by Nvidia’s RTX 4090, as well as the fastest Wi-Fi 7 connectivity.
Intel Core i9-14900HX | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU | 17.30" | 3.4 kg

The fastest single-core processor in the world. Apple's Mac Mini has been given a major update, as aside from featuring the new M4 processor generation, the new model has become a lot smaller. We have tested the base version with the M4 SoC as well as 16 GB RAM and a 256-GB SSD for $599.
Apple M4 (10 cores) | Apple M4 10-core GPU | 648 g

Versatile powerhouse with outstanding capabilities. The Asus NUC 14 Pro+ promises to deliver impressive performance in a compact form factor, with the latest processors and massive power. But how does it perform in everyday use? In this review, we put the NUC 14 Pro+ to the test to see if it lives up to its promises and whether it can truly serve as a valid desktop replacement.
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 622 g

Even more versatile thanks to a matte display. The large MacBook Pro 16 can better make use of the new Apple M4 Pro SoC's performance potential compared to the smaller MacBook Pro 14—plus, its battery life is even better. Again, its optional matte panel proves to be a real advantage if you often find yourself working in bright environments.
Apple M4 Pro (14 cores) | Apple M4 Pro 20-Core GPU | 16.20" | 2.1 kg

Apple has updated its MacBook Pro 14 and aside from the new M4 Pro SoC that is now even faster, it also comes with the option to select a matte display. Furthermore, its webcam has been bumped from 2 MP up to 12 MP and for the first time, its ports include Thunderbolt 5.
Apple M4 Pro (14 cores) | Apple M4 Pro 20-Core GPU | 14.20" | 1.6 kg

Highly efficient. Intel Lunar Lake promises to bring the efficiency of x86 laptops to a similar level as ARM CPUs from Qualcomm and Apple. This is mostly successful, even if the maximum multicore performance is limited. For a compact and lightweight office laptop like the Asus ExpertBook P5 P5405 though, we think other aspects matter more - like the long battery life and quiet cooling fan.
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.3 kg

The significantly better Mind Mini PC. Khadas is updating its current model range of the Mind series and is now equipping it with new Intel processors. We take a closer look at the Khadas Mind 2 with Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and evaluate the performance based on numerous measurements and benchmarks. As it turns out, the manufacturer has not only updated the SoC.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel Arc 8-Core iGPU | 437 g

P1 with hint of ThinkPad Z. For the new Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 7, the new design is the main attraction. The high-end workstation is more premium, repairable and easier to use. At its core lies the new haptic Sensel touchpad, which successfully takes over the function of the formerly dedicated TrackPoint buttons.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2 kg

"Multimediocre" display. Priced at €899, the 2024 Aspire 16 A16-51GM-77G2 pairs the low-power, current-gen Core 7 150U with the ageing RTX 2050. The laptop is meant to be a budget all-round multimedia laptop. In this review, we’ll discuss whether Acer manages to accomplish this goal.
Intel Core 7 150U | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile | 16.00" | 1.9 kg

The fastest iGPU. Asus has presented its first laptop featuring Intel's new Lunar Lake processors, namely the Zenbook S 14. It comes with a 14-inch OLED screen, 32 GB RAM, a ceraluminum coating and the fastest iGPU currently on the market. Update: More benchmarks including Adobe, gaming & XeSS
Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.2 kg

The ADATA SE920 is a portable SSD that promises fast transfer speeds thanks to USB 4. In our review, we will be examining its performance, build quality and practicality—plus, we will check whether it is able to live up to the high expectations.

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