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Cooling system of the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 is overtaxed with AMD Radeon RX 640

Cooling system of the Lenovo ThinkPad E15 is overtaxed with AMD Radeon RX 640

The Lenovo ThinkPad E15 does not only get extremely hot in our review, it also suffers from throttling. An overall problematic situation that makes us question the purpose of the AMD GPU in here.
Benjamin Herzig, 22 Mar 2020 18:24
Asus ZenBook 15 UX534FTC in review: Matte display, well performing components, outstanding battery life

A matte screen suits the Zenbook - Asus Zenbook 15 UX534FTC in review

Asus has equipped its compact Zenbook with a four-core processor and a dedicated graphics chip. There is a lot to like about the other features as well: Matte IPS display, NVMe SSD, 16 GB of RAM (dual-channel mode), backlit keyboa...
Sascha Mölck, 20 Mar 2020 02:04
$700 Core i7-1065G7 vs. $1400 Core i7-1065G7. What's the difference?

$700 Core i7-1065G7 vs. $1400 Core i7-1065G7: What's the difference?

We compare the processor performance between two different 15-inch laptops equipped with the same Intel 10th gen Core i7 Ice Lake CPU. At worst, we're able to record a performance advantage of almost 60 percent on the more expensi...
Allen Ngo, 18 Mar 2020 02:14
Although the Reno2 Z is not a bad smartphone per se, the execution of the idea behind this Oppo phone lacks conviction

Why the Oppo Reno2 Z fails to convince us in our review

Pretender ... in our review, the Oppo Reno2 Z shows some deficits. Our measurements reveal weaknesses in the slightly lower-end version of the Reno 2 that are not obvious from the specifications and should be kept in mind before a...
Marcus Herbrich, 13 Mar 2020 19:26
Subnotebook mit voller Leistungsentfaltung: Das Huawei MateBook D 14

Huawei MateBook D 14: Just as good as the D 15

In our review, Huawei's MateBook D 15 surprised is with an unthrottled CPU and low noise emissions. The smaller MateBook D 14 managed to repeat that trick and proves that decent cooling is not rocket science.
Mike Wobker, 10 Mar 2020 21:15
Maintains a great level of performance without any throttling: The Huawei MateBook D 15

Huawei MateBook D 15: Other manufacturers have something to learn from Huawei

Those who have to deal with great numbers of notebooks on a regular basis quickly discover that manufacturers ofttimes allow the built-in CPUs to throttle down under load, in some cases, severely so. With the MateBook D 15, Huawei...
Mike Wobker, 10 Mar 2020 18:36
While the Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro has numerous strengths, the audio experience is disappointing.

Samsung Galaxy XCover Pro – What we (don't) like about the outdoor phone

Samsung has returned to old virtues and not only fitted the XCover Pro with a waterproof case but also an analogue headphone jack as well as a user-replaceable battery. Here, we summarized the results of the tests we performed on ...
Florian Schmitt, 07 Mar 2020 14:56
Thinner design of the Lenovo ThinkPad E14 costs features

Thinner design of the Lenovo ThinkPad E14 costs features

Laptops are getting thinner, lighter and more compact every year. A positive trend – though it sometimes also results in the loss of valued features.
Benjamin Herzig, 07 Mar 2020 14:14
Lenovo Yoga C740-14: Spongy keyboard keys hold back an otherwise great mid-ranger (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo Yoga C740-14: Great mid-ranger but with spongy keys

The 14-inch Lenovo convertible is above average in almost all aspects to be one of the better 2-in-1 laptops at its price point. Unfortunately, we think the soft feedback of the keyboard keys could be a little firmer and more Thin...
Allen Ngo, 06 Mar 2020 22:04
The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite's battery life is not its only strength

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite's battery life is not its only strength

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite performed well in our review and despite the low MSRP, it is far from being the smartphone with the hardest-to-accept tradeoffs within the Galaxy S10 series.
Daniel Schmidt, 04 Mar 2020 12:57
Alienware m17 R2 comes with the same Core i9 CPU as the XPS 15 and MacBook Pro 15, runs it 30 percent faster (Image source: Dell)

Alienware m17 R2 comes with the same Core i9 CPU as the XPS 15 and MacBook Pro 15, runs it 30 percent faster

Size matters when it comes to processor performance. The thicker, heavier, and louder Alienware chassis doesn't go to waste as it is able to squeeze out more from the Core i9-9980HK than the smaller and lighter XPS 15 or MacBook P...
Allen Ngo, 01 Mar 2020 05:09
Schenker XMG Pro 17

Schenker XMG Pro 17: Simple gaming laptop with powerful components

If you are looking for a highly customizable 17-inch high-end laptop, the Schenker XMG Pro 17 is a good choice. However, be prepared for noise during 3D usage.
Florian Glaser, 29 Feb 2020 00:02
Cutbacks in design and a high price, but very sustainable in return: Fairphone 3

Fairphone 3: The hardware is competitive but the price is not

The Fairphone 3 features everything most users will need to master everyday life. However, it cannot keep up with its competitors' arms race, and given its high price many a customer will decide against sustainability.
Mike Wobker, 26 Feb 2020 23:00
Schenker XMG Pro 15

Schenker XMG Pro 15: A lot of power but annoying fans

The XMG Pro 15 from Schenker Technologies presents itself as a compact gaming notebook with plenty of performance. We were rather disappointed by the fan behavior, though.
Florian Glaser, 22 Feb 2020 18:43
The LG G8. (Source: LG)

Opinion | Boombox speakers just a gimmick? DxOMark casts aspersions on the LG G8 ThinQ's audio abilities

LG is regarded as being one of the best OEMs in terms of smartphone audio. That considered, the G8 ThinQ, LG's 2019 flagship, should offer excellent audio, right? Well, the phone has now been tested by DxOMark, with some shocking ...
Ricci Rox, 22 Feb 2020 09:30
Surface Pro 7 throttles 22 percent slower than the Surface Laptop 3 equipped with the exact same Core i7 CPU (Image source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Surface Pro 7 Core i7 performance can throttle by almost 30 percent over time

Don't be fooled into believing that the Core i7-1065G7 CPU in the latest Surface Pro 7 tablet can perform roughly the same as the Core i7-1065G7 in a "proper" Ultrabook. The tablet version of the processor can be around 22 percent...
Allen Ngo, 22 Feb 2020 06:37
It offers good performance despite small weaknesses: The MSI Prestige 14

MSI Prestige 14: Compactly-packed performance

MSI tries to strike a balance between a lot of mobility and high performance, with which content creators' attention in particular should be drawn to the Prestige 14. Unfortunately, there's no escaping the fact that compromises al...
Mike Wobker, 21 Feb 2020 20:16
The Acer ConceptD 5 CN515-51 misses a clear target market

The Acer ConceptD 5 CN515-51 misses a clear target market thanks to cost-cutting

In our review, the Acer ConceptD 5 shows some interesting qualities. But at important points, Acer ruins things with cost cuts. The Acer laptop just does not make sense to us, a clear target market is missing.
Benjamin Herzig, 21 Feb 2020 16:00
The Redmi K30 5G has plenty of high-end features, not least a 120 Hz display and 5G connectivity. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi K30: Xiaomi brings 64 MP cameras, 5G connectivity and 120 Hz to the mid-range

The Xiaomi Redmi K30, also sold as the POCO X2 in India, offers more than most contemporary mid-range smartphones. Not only does the device have a 64 MP main rear-facing camera and a 120 Hz display, but Xiaomi also sells a 5G mode...
Alex Alderson, 20 Feb 2020 19:30
A 6.7-inch display, quad-cameras and a 4,500 mAh battery, the Galaxy A71 has a lot going for it. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Galaxy A71: An XXL smartphone with quad cameras and unrivalled battery life

The Galaxy A71 is a mid-range smartphone, but that does not mean that Samsung has done things by halves. On the contrary, the company has included a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED Display and a 64 MP main rear-facing camera. That is not th...
Alex Alderson, 19 Feb 2020 22:17
The ThinkPad E15 is available with the Radeon RX 640 GPU.

Dangerously hot: ThinkPad E15 with almost 70 °C (158 °F) case temperature

We were quite surprised during the temperature measurements with the new Lenovo ThinkPad E15, because one area at the bottom of the case heats up to almost 70 °C (158 °F) under load and during gaming. The cooling solution seems to...
Andreas Osthoff, 19 Feb 2020 11:39
Acer Extensa 15 EX215-51 in review: Acer equips its work horse with a disappointing display

Only single-channel RAM - review of the Acer Extensa 15 EX215-51

Strengths of the Extensa 15 include the Core i5 processor, NVMe SSD, low noise levels and moderate heat development. The installed display represents the biggest weakness of the system. The preinstalled Windows 10 Pro OS is partia...
Sascha Mölck, 16 Feb 2020 19:03
HP Pavilion x360 14 Review: HP's 14-inch convertible offers optional pen input

The HP Pavilion x360 14-dh convertible supports the HP Pen that can be purchased separately

The HP Pavilion x360 14-dh1153ng has a Comet Lake processor, an Intel Optane SSD and a backlit keyboard. The IPS touchscreen display can be operated with your fingers or using the HP Pen (1MR94AA, not included).
Sascha Mölck, 16 Feb 2020 09:35
The 4K ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 2 suffers from too many shortcomings, at least 4K models anyway. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 2: A multimedia laptop that succeeds in being worse than its predecessor

The second generation of the X1 Extreme introduces new CPUs, a new GPU and a wider choice of displays. However, the X1 Extreme Gen 2 performs worse than its predecessor in some areas, especially in terms of its processor. We would...
Alex Alderson, 15 Feb 2020 20:24
XMG Core 15: An affordable gamer

Good Price-Performance Ratio: Schenker XMG Core 15 (Tongfang GK5CP6V)

The demand for compact gaming laptops is increasing. With the XMG Core 15, Schenker is offering a suitable 15-inch notebook that is able to convince, besides having a few weaknesses.
Florian Glaser, 14 Feb 2020 14:04
The Mi 10 Pro. (Source: Xiaomi)

Content-creation Juggernaut: The Mi 10 Pro debuts at the top of DxOMark's camera and audio charts

Xiaomi has just launched its newest flagship phones, the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro. The Mi 10 Pro has also been put through the paces over at DxOMark, and posted impressive results that place it at the top of the website's photo, video,...
Ricci Rox, 13 Feb 2020 11:05
First Impressions: Samsung Galaxy S20 Series Hands-On

First Impressions: Samsung Galaxy S20 Series Hands-On

As expected Samsung revealed the new Galaxy S20 series comprised of three different models during yesterday's Unpacked event. We were able to take a first peek at Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra and want to give you our first impressions made during this hands-on experience where we encountered well-done evolution but also the first minor imperfections.
Daniel Schmidt, 12 Feb 2020 23:25
We wasted $1000 on a HP Pavilion x360 15 so you don't have to

We wasted $1000 on a HP Pavilion x360 15 so you don't have to

The 768p touchscreen is so bad that tablet mode is rendered almost unusable. This type of display has no right to be on any laptop retailing for this high of a price. Save your $1000 for a HP Envy or Spectre instead.
Allen Ngo, 12 Feb 2020 01:46
MSI Alpha 15: High power consumption and short battery life plague MSI's latest mid-range gaming laptop (Image source: MSI)

MSI Alpha 15: High power consumption and short battery life plague MSI's latest mid-range gaming laptop

The all-AMD affair of the Ryzen 7 3750H and Radeon RX 5500M certainly provides a powerful base on which to play the latest triple-A games, but the MSI Alpha 15 falls short of expectations in other areas. The device not only runs l...
Alex Alderson, 10 Feb 2020 23:43
The NVIDIA MX350 is a cut-down GTX 1050 with a 64-bit memory bus.

Exclusive | Full specs and first benchmarks of the NVIDIA GeForce MX330 and MX350 — NVIDIA clings-on to Pascal even in the third iteration

We have obtained exclusive information and benchmarks about NVIDIA's latest entry-level dGPUs for laptops — the GeForce MX330 and MX350. While the MX330 is essentially a rebranded MX250, the MX350 is based on the same GP107 chip as the GTX 1050 albeit sporting just a 64-bit memory bus and a lower 25 W TDP.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 10 Feb 2020 10:59
The Mate 20 X. (Source: Trusted Reviews)

Feature | In hindsight, the Huawei Mate 20 X was an incredibly underrated smartphone

Look away, lovers of smaller-sized phones, this one isn't for you. Huawei's Mate 20 series is almost 16 months old and here we have a look at the forgotten son of the lineup, the Mate 20 X—perhaps, the most underrated device Huawe...
Ricci Rox, 09 Feb 2020 09:20
The less expensive MacBook Pro 13 is the better choice

The less expensive MacBook Pro 13 is the better choice

With the upgrade to the quad-core processor and the Touch Bar, both versions of the MacBook Pro 13 are closer than ever. There are still differences, but the more affordable laptop should be the better choice for the majority of u...
Andreas Osthoff, 08 Feb 2020 12:32
The Lenovo ThinkBook 15: A budget Comet Lake office laptop that falls short of expectations. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo ThinkBook 15: A budget Comet Lake office laptop that falls short of expectations

Lenovo prices the ThinkBook 15 at around US$870 for the new entry-level Intel Comet Lake variant. The Core i5-10210U-powered device also comes with 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB SSD, along with a 15.6-inch 1080p display. While that al...
Alex Alderson, 08 Feb 2020 11:01
The HP 15s-fq1556ng shows a weak performance due to an unbalanced fan control

HP Notebook 15s: And the fan is annoying again

In terms of optimization, HP still has some work to do with its Ice Lake based notebooks. In our tests, the fan control is either annoying, or ensures a weak performance.
Mike Wobker, 07 Feb 2020 17:39
Great cameras, mediocre audio. (Source: MI)

Skip the Mi Note 10 Pro if you need great audio from your phone

The Mi Note 10 Pro launched to much fanfare with its penta-camera setup that offered 5x optical zoom and a 108 MP main camera. It's, by all means, a capable camera smartphone and will appeal to hobbyist photographers; but audio lo...
Ricci Rox, 05 Feb 2020 06:47
Huawei P30 Lite New Edition

Huawei P30 Lite New Edition: A new memory era

This large of a storage capacity is almost unheard of in the mid-range sector: 256 GB of fast UFS 2.1 storage makes the Huawei P30 Lite New Edition almost unique. The summary of our tests reveals whether or not this comes at the c...
Florian Schmitt, 04 Feb 2020 15:13
The Apple MacBook Pro 15 2019 is not outdated yet

The Apple MacBook Pro 15 2019 is not outdated yet

Many retailers still sell the 2019 MacBook Pro 15, even after the launch of the new MacBook Pro 16. You can often get big discounts, so is the MBP 15 still a good choice, and which components should you take?
Andreas Osthoff, 01 Feb 2020 12:21
Could have gotten more for the same price: The Asus VivoBook 17 M712DA

Asus VivoBook 17 M712DA: A better screen and a bigger battery would come in quite handy

With the low-priced VivoBook 17 M712DA, Asus could have improved a few things without increasing the price in the process. In that case, the fact that the Ryzen 5 cannot reach its full potential would beside the point.
Mike Wobker, 31 Jan 2020 19:39
Marathon-Kämpfer: Lenovo Ideapad S540-15IML

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IML: It runs and runs and runs...

While many laptops run out of steam quite quickly, the IdeaPad S540-15IML proves to be extremely enduring. Here you'll find a short and clear overview of what the 15-incher has otherwise to offer.
Florian Glaser, 31 Jan 2020 01:26
MSI Modern 14 foregoes features in favor of GeForce MX250 graphics, a well-calibrated display, and a low price (Image source: Xotic PC)

MSI Modern 14 vs. Prestige 14: What's the difference?

The Modern 14 may be a lot cheaper, but it actually has a few advantages over the more expensive Prestige 14 including additional ports and expandable RAM.
Allen Ngo, 29 Jan 2020 05:55
Huawei Band 4 Pro: Convincing GPS performance

Huawei Band 4 Pro: Convincing GPS performance

While the Huawei Band 4 Pro is slightly more expensive than other fitness wristbands, it also comes with a few extra features: An integrated GPS, AMOLED display and in some countries, even NFC functionality. Here, we summarize our...
Florian Schmitt, 28 Jan 2020 22:56
The iPhone 11 Pro Max. (Source: Gadgets Now)

Opinion | DxOMark somehow thinks the iPhone 11 Pro Max takes worse selfies than most other 2019 flagships

DxOMark has now tested the iPhone 11 Pro Max's selfie cameras, and given it a score that places it below other phones like the Galaxy S10+, Note 10+, Asus Zenfone 6, and Huawei Mate 30 Pro. There's one problem with that, though—th...
Ricci Rox, 28 Jan 2020 18:45
Microsoft Modern Standby is causing some laptops to heat up like crazy

Fail | Microsoft Modern Standby is causing some XPS, Lenovo and Asus laptops to heat up like crazy

It's not comforting when the laptop in your backpack or bag would heat up to over 50 C or 120 F seemingly out of nowhere. Microsoft's latest feature can be undesirable in most cases especially to users who are unaware of the diffe...
Allen Ngo, 28 Jan 2020 05:13
The Black Shark 2 Pro. (Source: XDA-Developers)

Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Pro: A gaming phone with abysmal multimedia?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Pro was one of the first phones to be launched with the Snapdragon 855+. While it offers impressive performance, it would appear that the company cut corners on its audio hardware, with the phone posting t...
Ricci Rox, 27 Jan 2020 22:46
Lenovo Chromebook S340-14T Review: The simple Chromebook offers a touchscreen with low reflections

Affordable Chromebook without any real quirks: Review of the Lenovo Chromebook S340-14T

Lenovo's 14-inch Chromebook has an IPS touchscreen display, silent operation and a good battery life. Some sacrifices will have to be made in terms of RAM and storage size.
Sascha Mölck, 27 Jan 2020 15:19
Puts pressure on the CAT smartphones: the Blackview BV9800 Pro

Blackview BV9800 Pro: Connection established

Thanks to accumulated experience and cheap hardware, Blackview’s rugged smartphone is able to go head to head with the established competitors. The inclusion of an infrared camera tells us that Blackview is going after a specific ...
Mike Wobker, 26 Jan 2020 16:42
The Sony Xperia 5. (Source: NDTV)

Still two years behind: The Sony Xperia 5's cameras play catch-up to the competition

For some reason, Sony continues to deliver sub-standard camera performance with its smartphones, and the Xperia 5 continues that trend. The phone was tested by DxOMark and found lacking, only managing to match two-year-old flagshi...
Ricci Rox, 26 Jan 2020 10:19
Asus Chromebook Flip C434TA in review: Silent Chromebook offers good endurance

Too expensive for the performance offered - The Asus Chromebook Flip C434TA in review

The Asus Chromebook Flip C434TA features a Core m3-8100Y processor, an IPS touchscreen display, a silent operation and good battery life. The Google Play Store provides access to countless Android apps.
Sascha Mölck, 24 Jan 2020 18:40
It is hard to find a sub-US$150 smartphone that offers more than the Redmi 8 does. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Redmi 8: Setting new standards for entry-level smartphones

The Redmi 8 is a triumph among entry-level smartphones. While it inevitably has its shortcomings, the device offers a compelling balance between price and performance on all accounts. In short, it is hard to find a sub-US$150 smar...
Alex Alderson, 23 Jan 2020 17:19
HP Pavilion 14-ce3040ng: A 14-inch multimedia laptop with one significant shortcoming. (Image source: HP)

HP Pavilion 14: A powerful Ice Lake multimedia laptop with an annoying drawback

How can you ruin an Ice Lake and GeForce MX powered multimedia laptop? Well HP has managed it, and that is not the only fault we have with the Pavilion 14-ce3040ng either. All in all, its flaws mask what is an otherwise good 14-in...
Alex Alderson, 22 Jan 2020 22:13

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