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Thermal images Acer Swift 16

Acer Swift 16 stays cool even under stress

The Acer Swift 16 AI utilizes a robust cooling system to maintain stable performance for the new Panther Lake architecture. A look under the hood and at our thermal images reveals how the combination of fans and airflow management keeps the chassis remarkably cool even under extreme loads.
Marc Herter, 14 May 2026 02:23
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro: A powerful mid-range smartphone

In our review, the Nothing Phone (4a) Pro shows significant improvements over its predecessor and has made key enhancements. However, there are still a few trade-offs to consider.
Daniel Schmidt, 13 May 2026 15:46
We reviewed the Vivo X300 Ultra

Vivo X300 Ultra is outclassed by Galaxy S26 Ultra in these areas

Vivo’s current top-tier phone showcased many of its strengths during our review. That said, there are also areas where the latest Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra holds a clear advantage. Read this review summary to find out who would be served by Samsung’s newest flagship.
Marcus Herbrich, 13 May 2026 12:45
65 W USB-C AC adapter from MSI versus the 140 W USB-C AC adapter from HP

65 W AC adapter for the MSI Prestige 16 AI+ can bottleneck charging rate

The Prestige 16 ships with a small 65 W adapter while the XPS 16 ships with a larger 100 W adapter. Consequently, the smaller adapter has an impact on overall performance and charging rate.
Allen Ngo, 13 May 2026 01:06
Vivo X300 Ultra review

Vivo X300 Ultra is hardly better than X300 Pro in camera performance despite top-notch hardware

Vivo has equipped its new flagship phone with the very best hardware, including in the camera department. Despite having massive image sensors, the X300 Ultra failed to outperform the Pro model in our camera rating. Read this review summary to find out why.
Marcus Herbrich, 12 May 2026 17:29
The Realme 16 Pro Plus features a reflective camera module and a special feel on the back.

An extraordinary material makes this cell phone special

Realme has already launched smartphones with paper-like materials or iridescent backs onto the market. For the Realme 16 Pro+, the manufacturer has once again opted for an unusual material for the back: organic silicone.
Florian Schmitt, 12 May 2026 12:08
We tested out the Vivo X300 Ultra

Vivo X300 Ultra: Serious efficiency issues or just rocky start for flagship phone?

Our testing of the Vivo X300 Ultra revealed one drawback of Vivo’s new flagship phone. This wasn’t entirely unexpected given the X200 Ultra previously exhibited similar issues. The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5-powered device exhibited extremely high power consumption during our review – with potential implications.
Marcus Herbrich, 12 May 2026 11:34
The latest Prestige 16 may have a lower resolution display than the XPS 16, but it makes up for it with more ports and a slimmer design

MSI Prestige 16 C3MTG is one of the best XPS 16 alternatives in the market right now

If you want Panther Lake performance in an even thinner and lighter package than the all-popular Dell XPS, then the refreshed MSI Prestige 16 is an excellent place to start.
Allen Ngo, 11 May 2026 22:09
Ninkear S13 with Intel Core Ultra 5

New perspective for mobile working: Ninkear S13 as a 2-in-1 tablet and laptop

A new Windows tablet in Surface Pro style: the Ninkear S13 combines a modern 2-in-1 design with the latest Intel Core Ultra hardware. Promising on paper, but everyday use shows that in the end it's the price that decides whether the overall package is really worth it.
Sebastian Bade, 11 May 2026 07:53
The latest MSI Prestige 16 isn't designed for gamers, but it can certainly be a decent gaming machine at a moment's notice

2026 Prestige 16 runs Cyberpunk 2077 on 1080p Ultra at over 45 FPS and it isn't even a gaming laptop

Panther Lake Arc B390 is a significant upgrade over the Arc 140T in last year's Prestige 16 by up to 80 percent while demanding almost the same amount of power.
Allen Ngo, 11 May 2026 05:45
Refreshed Prestige 16 is faster than ever, but not without some lost features

All the changes to the 2026 Prestige 16 that MSI probably didn't want you to know about

The 2026 Prestige 16 is several steps forward for the series especially with OLED and Panther Lake now coming standard. However, some other changes aren't all roses.
Allen Ngo, 10 May 2026 04:09
Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 2026 vs. 2023 - Sacrificing performance for improved multitasking

The new Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651 offers perfect multitasking with two identical OLED touchscreens and good software solutions. The performance of the Panther Lake CPU and the GeForce RTX 5090 is very good, but compared to the predecessor from 2023, the results are slightly disappointing.
Andreas Osthoff, 10 May 2026 00:14
Xiaomi 17 Ultra in China

Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Photo tour across China

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is currently one of the best camera phones on the market. We took this flagship phone out for a spin in China and snapped plenty of photos. Does it have any weaknesses after all?
Daniel Schmidt, 09 May 2026 14:06
Lenovo's Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 aims to transfer laptop qualities to the Android world. This works very well in many areas.

Ideal for creative work: Why we find this 13-inch tablet with Android very convincing

The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 aims to impress creative professionals with its large 13-inch display, precise stylus and powerful performance. Where the Android tablet shines - and which weaknesses are noticeable in everyday use.
Florian Schmitt, 09 May 2026 10:33
MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MTG runs significantly quieter on Balanced mode, but there's a catch

MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3MTG runs significantly quieter on Balanced mode, but there's a catch

Fan noise would drop from over 40 dB(A) all the way down to just 30 dB(A) albeit for a relatively steep 20 to 25 percent cut to performance.
Allen Ngo, 09 May 2026 01:37
The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 is fast and bright, but also more expensive than before.

Lenovo competes with itself: Tablet includes pen support and offers a lot of power

Lenovo is relaunching its 13-inch tablet and equips the Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 with significantly more power and a better display. However, our test results show that there are still some compromises despite the higher price.
Florian Schmitt, 08 May 2026 12:02
OnePlus 15T review smartphone

OnePlus 15T: Review reveals biggest weakness of the Galaxy S26 alternative

The OnePlus 15T is the epitome of the extreme leap in quality of Chinese smartphones regarding battery and camera software in recent years. However, our review has revealed a significant compromise resulting from the compact housing, which was not immediately obvious.
Marcus Herbrich, 07 May 2026 08:13
The keyboard on the EliteBoard G1a may be forever tied to the EliteBoard G1a PC as it lacks the ability to connect to other PCs

HP EliteBoard G1a is missing the one feature that every other keyboard has

Despite its versatile PC-in-a-keyboard design, the EliteBoard is probably the only keyboard without the ability to connect to other computers.
Allen Ngo, 07 May 2026 01:17
The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 is much faster than its predecessor, but also costs a significant surcharge.

This tablet puts its predecessor to shame - this is what an update should look like!

The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 shows what a successful tablet update looks like: A stronger display, more power and modern connectivity. The following report explains where it falls short despite its premium claim - for example when it comes to battery and updates.
Florian Schmitt, 06 May 2026 17:01
The Lenovo Legion Tab 5 is a compact and very fast gaming tablet, but it could be more flexible in terms of features.

Want high performance? You won't get past this tablet: high power, compact and with plenty of RAM despite the memory crisis

Lenovo wants to set new standards with a compact gaming tablet with top Snapdragon performance, a 165 Hz display and a whopping 12 GB of RAM. We summarize how good the overall package of the Legion Tab 5 really is - and what compromises are involved.
Florian Schmitt, 06 May 2026 09:45
Extra-bright display on the Lenovo Pro 9 16 Aura is more usable outdoors when compared to other laptops

At almost 1600 nits, the Lenovo Pro 9 16 Aura OLED display is one of the brightest money can buy

As one of the few laptops to come standard with tandem OLED, the Pro 9i 16 Aura Edition makes a strong case against mini-LED when it comes to maximizing brightness and improving HDR support.
Allen Ngo, 05 May 2026 19:34
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16 G10

Lenovo's Legion Pro 7i 16 G10 is still one of the fastest and best gaming laptops, even one year after launch

The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i G10 with the RTX 5080 was one of the fastest and best gaming laptops we reviewed last year. This is still the case and the SKU powered by the GeForce RTX 5090 can easily keep up even with larger 18-inch rivals.
Andreas Osthoff, 05 May 2026 00:07
The Lenovo Pro 9 16IPH11 has been refreshed with new external features, but the low resolution images from Lenovo do it no justice

Lenovo's grainy, low resolution product pages make the otherwise sleek Pro 9i 16 Aura look terrible

Lenovo makes some seriously good-looking laptops, but you wouldn't know it when shopping through their website. Their product shots are so low resolution that it can be difficult to even see what ports are available.
Allen Ngo, 04 May 2026 23:21
Samsung Galaxy S26: Unjustified price increase?

Samsung Galaxy S26: Unjustified price increase?

Samsung has significantly raised the price of its compact flagship smartphone. Is this already a sign of the memory crisis, or is it more of a business strategy?
Daniel Schmidt, 04 May 2026 15:51
Barely faster than its predecessor: The Ryzen AI 7 450 in the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 14

Is AMD stagnating? Why Ryzen 400 series is partly a flop

Some product generations don’t quite live up to their names. A prominent example is AMD’s latest Ryzen AI processors, as demonstrated by the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 14.
Florian Glaser, 04 May 2026 12:40
GameHub runs on the Legion Tab 5 without any issues, but long loading times should be expected

Steam Deck becoming obsolete? Android gaming tablet runs PC games thanks to emulator

Can an Android gaming tablet compete with the Steam Deck? We tried the Lenovo Legion Tab 5 with the GameHub PC emulator and analyzed how well Vampire Crawlers, Slay the Spire 2, and Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade run on it, including strengths, weaknesses, and our conclusion.
Florian Schmitt, 03 May 2026 20:50
Lenovo Legion 7a 16 Gen 11

Lenovo's Legion 7a 16 is too expensive at $2049 when the Legion 5 15 offers the same gaming performance for $1350

Lenovo just launched its new gaming laptop Legion 7a 16 G11 and even though the overall package with the lighter chassis is convincing, the price is an issue. Why should you pay more than $2000 when you get the same gaming performance and a great OLED panel with the Legion 5 15 for $1350?
Andreas Osthoff, 03 May 2026 16:46
OnePlus 15T review

This mini flagship phone is better than iPhone 17 and Galaxy S26

In our OnePlus 15T review, the compact Android phone delivers extremely good battery life and is an interesting choice for power users despite its handy dimensions. Especially compared with the "small" smartphones from Samsung and Apple, the OnePlus phone is in a completely different league when it comes to battery life.
Marcus Herbrich, 03 May 2026 16:20
Xiaomi 17 vs. Vivo X300 vs. Samsung Galaxy S26

The best compact phones compared: Galaxy S26 vs. Xiaomi 17 vs. Vivo X300

For many years, Samsung has built the best compact Android smartphone, but it has increasingly neglected its smallest flagship model. We’re comparing it to its toughest competitors to see if it’s still the best small smartphone in 2026.
Daniel Schmidt, 03 May 2026 13:50
Lenovo's Legion Tab 5 is a good gamer, but is it enough for the top?

"King of mobile gaming" or flop? Lenovo Legion Tab Gen 5 has to prove itself

Can Lenovo's Legion Tab Gen 5 really claim the title "King of Mobile Gaming"? Our gamer review shows how strong the performance, 165 Hz display, features and battery really are - and why the heat can be the biggest problem.
Florian Schmitt, 03 May 2026 10:46
OnePlus 15T review

Can Samsung’s Galaxy S26 even compete with the OnePlus 15T?

We are taking our OnePlus 15T review as an opportunity to compare the image quality of compact Android phones. This article looks at how well the compact OnePlus phone and its Sony camera stack up against Samsung's high-end phones.
Marcus Herbrich, 02 May 2026 22:00
The fan noise difference between Balanced and Performance modes is significant on the Lenovo Pro 9 16 G11 Aura

Lenovo Pro 9 16 G11 Aura runs much quieter on Balanced mode for only a small hit to graphics performance

The latest flagship Lenovo runs almost 10 dB(A) quieter for a mere 10 percent graphics performance deficit which may be well worth the trade-off for most gamers.
Allen Ngo, 01 May 2026 21:37
Samsung Galaxy S26: Has it lost its throne?

Samsung Galaxy S26: Has it lost its throne?

The Galaxy S26 is Samsung's most compact and affordable smartphone in its flagship lineup. But the competition is fierce and never sleeps. Is this minor update enough? We've summarized the review once again.
Daniel Schmidt, 01 May 2026 14:48
We've reviewed the OnePlus 15T

Compact flagship smartphone with ultra-thin bezels and bargain potential reviewed

The OnePlus 15T makes a strong impression in our review. Thanks to Qualcomm's high-end chipset and an especially bright OLED screen, the compact OnePlus phone should appeal to fans of smaller smartphones. Battery life is also exceptionally good.
Marcus Herbrich, 30 Apr 2026 21:15
The Lenovo Pro 9 16 Aura G11 is one of the first laptops to sport the new Core Ultra 9 386H

Core Ultra 9 386H is barely any faster than the Core Ultra 9 285H in first benchmark tests

The Core Ultra X7 358H set the bar high for Panther Lake especially in terms of performance-per-watt. The Core Ultra 9 386H, however, is a bit less impressive.
Allen Ngo, 30 Apr 2026 19:34
The ThinkPad logo of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3.

ThinkPad P16 G3 not powerful enough: Lenovo, where is the ThinkPad P18?

When Lenovo replaced the ThinkPad P15 and ThinkPad P17 with the ThinkPad P16, the promise was: Same performance as the old 17-inch workstation, similar size to the 15-inch. But the new Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 breaks this promise. So, Lenovo: Where is the 18-inch successor to the P17?
Benjamin Herzig, 29 Apr 2026 22:55
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3.

End of an era: Why the construction of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is so significant

The ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 was the last of its kind. With the newest model, the ThinkPad P16 Gen 3, Lenovo finally lets go of one of the most defining designs ever created under the ThinkPad name: The dedicated Magnesium structure frame, which was introduced with the ThinkPad T60 back in 2006.
Benjamin Herzig, 28 Apr 2026 22:18
Most Lenovo laptops appear to ship at a display refresh rate of just 60 Hz even when the panels support much faster rates

Lenovo keeps shipping laptops with high refresh rate displays set to 60 Hz. Here's the easy fix

If you recently purchased a Lenovo laptop with a high refresh rate display, then it more than likely shipped at 60 Hz by default. Switching to higher refresh rates thankfully takes just a few seconds.
Allen Ngo, 28 Apr 2026 07:24
The two extra SSD slots beneath the keyboard of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3.

These feature make the ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 a local AI powerhouse

No big NPU, no problem: While the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 may not be a Copilot+ PC, with a strong dGPU, up to 192 GB RAM and three 4 TB SSDs, this device can be used to run AI locally.
Benjamin Herzig, 27 Apr 2026 13:04
The super lightweight design is balanced out by louder fans, warmer core temperatures, and more limited SSD upgrade options

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Ultra 14 Aura is one of the lightest laptops with Core Ultra X7, but there's a catch

The new Yoga Slim 7 Ultra 14 is noticeably lighter than the XPS 14 by several hundred grams, but there are some clever cut corners that buyers will want to be aware of.
Allen Ngo, 27 Apr 2026 00:50
Alienware 16 Area-51 temperature map when rubbing Cyberpunk 2077 on Overdrive mode

Super loud Overdrive mode on Alienware 16 is mostly unnecessary for gaming

Overdrive mode gets you much closer to the advertised 175 W TGP, but the extreme increase in fan noise is arguably not worth the very minor benefits to gaming performance.
Allen Ngo, 27 Apr 2026 00:45
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3.

RTX Pro vs. GeForce RTX: This Lenovo laptop shows why the Pro GPU is worth it

Nvidia offers two different GPU series: Nvidia GeForce RTX, the consumer brand that everyone knows, and Nvidia RTX Pro, the ISV certified GPUs for professional customers. The review of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3, a mobile workstation, shows why the RTX Pro GPUs are worth it for some customers.
Benjamin Herzig, 26 Apr 2026 22:42
Lenovo Legion 7a 16 Gen 11

Lenovo's new Legion 7a 16 gaming laptop is even lighter than before, but sacrifices performance

Lenovo's new gaming laptop Legion 7a 16 G11 is even lighter than before and uses a modern AMD processor, but it is slower compared to the Intel HX CPU of the previous generation. The RAM cannot be replaced anymore and the GeForce RTX 5060 is also a bit slower.
Andreas Osthoff, 26 Apr 2026 22:03
We have reviewed the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro

Forgotten Android feature makes comeback on this Xiaomi phone

Xiaomi's latest mid-range smartphone brings back an Android phone feature that has almost been forgotten. The Poco X8 Pro has an RGB light ring built into the camera module that can be used not only for gaming, but also for notifications.
Marcus Herbrich, 26 Apr 2026 16:21
Lenovo's latest laptop is a fierce competitor to the XPS 14 with very notable advantages when it comes to weight, price, and RAM

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura undercuts Dell XPS 14 by over $300 and with twice the RAM

When configured with the same CPU and OLED display, the Lenovo system retails for only $1630 compared to $1960 for the new Dell which comes with just 16 GB of RAM in comparison.
Allen Ngo, 25 Apr 2026 20:25
The new Arrow Lake CPU kicks it up a notch with faster clock rates meaning noticeably warmer core temperatures up to the triple digits

Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus is one of the warmest mobile CPUs at over 100 C under load

The Arrow Lake CPU even approaches 105 C for short periods when Turbo Boost is most effective before throttling clock rates to keep temperatures in check.
Allen Ngo, 25 Apr 2026 18:00
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro reviewed

One of the best mid-range smartphones of 2026 reviewed

The Poco X8 Pro offers a lot for the money. The Xiaomi phone left a good impression in our review and is genuinely enjoyable to use day to day. It still has some drawbacks, though. This review recap explains where Xiaomi cut corners and whether the Poco phone has a real deal breaker.
Marcus Herbrich, 25 Apr 2026 16:22
The internals of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3.

Soldered no more: ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 revives replaceable Wi‑Fi

For a few years, Lenovo used soldered Wi-Fi in all enterprise ThinkPad laptops. With the new Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 3, Lenovo increases modularity by bringing socketed Wi-Fi back.
Benjamin Herzig, 24 Apr 2026 20:31
The fastest Arrow Lake-HX CPU may be 25 percent faster, but it's also 25 percent more power demanding

New Alienware 16 with Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus is crazy fast, but it comes with consequences

The Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus is a decent boost over the Core Ultra 9 275HX, but be prepared for a slightly bigger electricity bill.
Allen Ngo, 24 Apr 2026 17:56
The Apple iPad Air 13 M4 2026 is high-quality and blazingly fast. It has its price, but is not that expensive by Apple standards.

This large tablet is great value for money - if you have a big enough budget

You have to be able and willing to afford tablets from Apple. However, there are also tablets in the Californian company's portfolio that don't completely break the budget and still offer impressive performance: the iPad Air 13 2026, for example.
Florian Schmitt, 24 Apr 2026 09:34

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