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The Strix Scar (2025). (Image source: Asus)

Asus announces ROG Strix Scar 16 and 18 (2025) pricing and availability

Asus has opened pre-orders for the 16- and 18-inch variants of its 2025 ROG Strix Scar series, both of which have up to RTX 5090 graphics. The laptops feature advanced cooling for their Intel Core Ultra 9 silicon, which drives a mini LED versions of their 240Hz ROG Nebula display. The Strix Scar (2025) line starts at ~$2,700, but to say it doesn't stay there is an understatement.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Feb 2025 21:17
Morefine G1 is an RTX 40 equipped eGPU dock in a form factor the size of a mini PC (Image Source: Morefine)

Morefine G1 eGPU dock offers up to an RTX 4090 Laptop in a package the size of a mini PC

Morefine is a manufacturer better known for its range of mini PCs. Their new G1 dock shirks the trend of slapping an RX 7600M XT into an OCuLink equipped eGPU enclosure, by offering a range of Nvidia GPUs. But you can expect to pay a premium for top tier performance.
David Devey, 24 Feb 2025 09:13
The new ROG XG Mobile is roughly 20% lighter than its predecessor. (Image source: Asus - edited)

ROG XG Mobile 2025: Asus teases launch of first Thunderbolt 5 eGPU with $1,199 starting price

Asus has hinted that its new ROG XG Mobile eGPU will officially launch later this month. The ROG XG Mobile 2025 will be available with GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs, which Asus has paired with Thunderbolt 5 connectivity. Pricing will start at $1,199 but will rise to over $2,000 for the GeForce RTX 5090 variant.
Alex Alderson, 19 Feb 2025 16:25
Asus Zenbook Duo OLED review - The multi-screen convertible now with Intel Arrow Lake

87% Asus Zenbook Duo OLED review - The multi-screen convertible now with Intel Arrow Lake

Multitasking monster. The Zenbook Duo is one of the first devices to be equipped with the new Arrow Lake mobile processors from Intel and it's still a highly interesting device thanks to its multi-screen concept. Two 14-inch OLEDs with a FHD resolution are installed in our test device, which helps its battery life in particular.
Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, Arc 140T, 14", 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 10 Feb 2025 15:03
MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo review - The multimedia laptop with a speedy Arrow Lake CPU and impressive runtimes

83% MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo review - The multimedia laptop with a speedy Arrow Lake CPU and impressive runtimes

Debut for the Core Ultra 9 285H. MSI's Prestige 16 AI Evo is a slim and lightweight 16-inch laptop powered by Intel's brand-new Arrow Lake processor, the Core Ultra 9 285H. In addition, its 99-Wh battery ensures extremely good runtimes.
Intel Core Ultra 9 285H, Arc 140T, 16", 1.6 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 10 Feb 2025 15:03
Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini 5

70% Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini 5 review: The mini PC for everyday use turns out to be great value for money

Successful working-from-home PC. The Lenovo IdeaCentre Mini 5 is a compact desktop PC that combines performance with a space-saving size. With its modern design, powerful hardware and versatile connectivity options, it is aimed at users who are looking for an efficient and unobtrusive solution for everyday use or for working from home. In this review, we analyzed its performance, features and practicality to see whether it can stand out from the crowd of mini PCs.
Intel Core i5-13420H, UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs, 1.8 kg
Sebastian Bade, 05 Feb 2025 16:00
The Prestige 16 AI+

82% MSI Prestige A16 AI+ review: Multimedia laptop with powerful Ryzen 9 365

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, Radeon 880M, 16", 2 kg
Christian Hintze, 26 Jan 2025 15:25
Unequal treatment: How Lenovo makes the AMD variant of the ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 worse (Image source: Benjamin Herzig/Notebookcheck)

Unequal treatment: How Lenovo makes the AMD variant of the ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 worse

The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 exists two times: once with AMD Ryzen 8000, and once with Intel Core Ultra. Too bad that the Intel variant is much more interesting, as it features a stronger cooling system, bigger battery and a dedicated GPU.
Benjamin Herzig, 26 Jan 2025 13:08
OLED eats battery life: Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 AMD laptop review

81% OLED eats battery life: Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 5 AMD laptop review

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, Radeon 780M, 14", 1.4 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 23 Jan 2025 17:15
Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G7+ review - A 16-inch multimedia laptop with AMD Zen 5 and a 3.2K display upgrade

87% Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G7+ review - A 16-inch multimedia laptop with AMD Zen 5 and a 3.2K display upgrade

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, Radeon 880M, 16", 1.9 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 21 Jan 2025 12:23
Sonnet's latest Thunderbolt 5 docking station comes with an extremely quick PCIe 4.0 SSD with up to 4TB (Image source: Sonnet)

Thunderbolt 5 dock with built-in 4TB SSD and 140W power delivery: Sonnet Echo 13 launches

Thunderbolt 5 promises data speeds of up to 120Gbit/s, which is up to three times faster than Thunderbolt 4 under ideal conditions. Sonnet's latest docking station takes advantage of this bandwidth and has an integrated M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD, which can achieve transfer rates of up to 6.1GB/s.
Hannes Brecher, 17 Jan 2025 22:50
The Mac Mini M4 Pro

87% Apple Mac Mini M4 Pro review: The compact and frugal desktop PC with top performance and expensive upgrades

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-Core, M4 Pro 16-Core GPU, 729 g
Sebastian Bade, 14 Jan 2025 19:59
Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 review - The multimedia laptop with 120-Hz OLED and an RTX 4050 Laptop

85% Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 review - The multimedia laptop with 120-Hz OLED and an RTX 4050 Laptop

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, 14.5", 1.6 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 10 Jan 2025 18:32
The HP EliteBook 845 G11 (Image source: Andreas Osthoff, Notebookcheck)

HP's EliteBook 845 is one of the best business laptops, but the cooling performance is still a weak point

The HP EliteBook 845 G11 is still a very good business laptop with AMD processors including the fast HS-series chips. However, the cooling performance struggles a bit with the fast CPU options, so we would recommend a U-series chip like the Ryzen 7 8840U.
Andreas Osthoff, 09 Jan 2025 00:39
Going straight for the Apple MacBook Air: Lenovo ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition without TrackPoint announced (image source: Lenovo)

CES 2025 | Going straight for the Apple MacBook Air: Lenovo ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition without TrackPoint announced

Lenovo expands its ThinkPad portfolio with a new series: The Lenovo ThinkPad X9 leaves the typical ThinkPad design behind to attack the Apple MacBook Air. For this, Lenovo trusts on the efficiency of Intel Lunar Lake, a big haptic trackpad and OLED screen.
Benjamin Herzig, 07 Jan 2025 17:00
Intel's new sweet spot CPU: Arrow Lake H goes head-to-head with AMD Strix Point (image source: Intel)

CES 2025 | Intel's new sweet spot CPU: Arrow Lake H goes head-to-head with AMD Strix Point

Intel has lifted the veil from its most flexible new CPU lineup. Arrow Lake H, also known as Intel Core Ultra 200H, replaced Meteor Lake H with the same power-efficient CPU cores we already know from Lunar Lake. These new Intel CPUs may be able to offer the sweet spot between performance and efficiency and compete well with AMD's Strix Point lineup.
Benjamin Herzig, 06 Jan 2025 15:00
HP EliteBook 845 G11 Laptop Review - No major changes, but still one of the best business notebooks

89% HP EliteBook 845 G11 Laptop Review - No major changes, but still one of the best business notebooks

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, Radeon 780M, 14", 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 05 Jan 2025 17:20
Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED in review

86% Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED Review: Affordable, quieter, and long lasting thanks to Lunar Lake

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, Arc 130V, 14", 1.3 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 03 Jan 2025 17:53
Finally good battery life with Intel: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 shows off Intel's efficiency progress (image source: Benjamin Herzig)

Finally good battery life with Intel: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 shows off Intel's efficiency progress

Intel laptops of the last few years had bad battery life. At long last though, it seems there is a light at the end of the tunnel: Intel Lunar Lake improves the power efficiency and thus battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon is the perfect laptop to exemplify Intel's effiency development throughout the last years.
Benjamin Herzig, 16 Dec 2024 22:59
The Apple MacBook Pro 16 (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Apple's MacBook Pro 16 with M4 Max is the best laptop for video editing

The new M4 Max SoC increases performance in all areas by 20-30%, further extending its lead over other comparable laptops. In addition to impressive single-core performance, the M4 Max is also one of the fastest chips in multi-core tests and even outperforms the GeForce RTX 4090 laptop in video processing.
Andreas Osthoff, 16 Dec 2024 00:04
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition laptop review: The X1 Carbon is finally back

90% Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 Aura Edition laptop review: The X1 Carbon is finally back

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, Arc 140V, 14", 982 g
Benjamin Herzig, 13 Dec 2024 21:02
Rugged and lightning fast (Image source: Bogdan Solca / Notebookcheck)

OWC Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 reviewed: world's fastest external SSD rivals internal PCIe 4.0 X4 models

Thanks to its Thunderbolt 5 compatibility, the OWC Envoy Ultra 2 TB external SSD breaks the 6 GB/s sequential speed barrier, matching popular PCIe 4.0 X4 solutions like the Samsung 980 Pro. Design is slick and the case is also rugged, while the price is on the premium side.
Bogdan Solca, 13 Dec 2024 17:37
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 laptop review: The high-performance Yoga convertible successor

85% Lenovo ThinkPad X13 2-in-1 Gen 5 laptop review: The high-performance Yoga convertible successor

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, Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arrow Lake), 13.3", 1.3 kg
Christian Hintze, 12 Dec 2024 16:33
Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4 Max review - The M4 Max is one of the fastest mobile processors

92% Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4 Max review - The M4 Max is one of the fastest mobile processors

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-Core, M4 Max 40-Core GPU, 16.2", 2.1 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 11 Dec 2024 14:32
OWC Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 external SSD

OWC Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 review - unrivaled external SSD breaks 6 GB/s speeds

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.
Bogdan Solca, 11 Dec 2024 10:32
Elegant clamshell form-factor with midrange performance (Image source: Bogdan Solca / Notebookcheck)

Ayaneo Flip KB handheld console reviewed: Excellent functionality, midrange performance

With its elegant and compact clamshell design, the Ayaneo Flip KB offers a comfortable handheld gaming experience. The Radeon 780M GPU performance is in line even with more powerful competitors, despite the 30 W TDP limit, while connectivity is future proof with USB4 and OCuLink. Some downsides include the cooling system that is a bit noisy in full load and the reduced battery runtime.
Bogdan Solca, 06 Dec 2024 19:52
The Ryzen AI 7 Pro 360 makes its review-debut in the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 AMD (image source: Benjamin Herzig)

AMD Ryzen AI 7 Pro 360 makes its review-debut in the Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 AMD

Strix Point is finally arriving in more devices and flavors. For example, the new Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 with the AMD Ryzen AI 7 Pro 360. This slender business laptop is ideally suited for the 8 core version of Zen 5.
Benjamin Herzig, 05 Dec 2024 03:16
Ayaneo Flip KB

77% Ayaneo Flip KB review - handheld console with great functionality powered by the less efficient AMD Ryzen 7 8840U

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, Radeon 780M, 7", 650 g
Bogdan Solca, 02 Dec 2024 13:21
Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 laptop review: The AMD version returns with the Ryzen AI 7 Pro 360

88% Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6 laptop review: The AMD version returns with the Ryzen AI 7 Pro 360

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, Radeon 880M, 14", 1.3 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 02 Dec 2024 03:15
Apple MacBook Pro 14 M4 review - The M4 base model with important improvements

89% Apple MacBook Pro 14 M4 review - The M4 base model with important improvements

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-Core, M4 10-Core GPU, 14.2", 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 29 Nov 2024 13:58
XMG Neo 17 E24 review - Fast gaming laptop with optional water cooling

85% XMG Neo 17 E24 review - Fast gaming laptop with optional water cooling

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", 2.9 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 28 Nov 2024 10:01
Key 17 Pro M24

Schenker Key 17 Pro M24 workstation: doubles as great high-end gaming laptop, features dual Thunderbolt 5

The latest high-end workstation laptop from Schenker impresses with extensive connectivity that includes two Thunderbolt 5 connectors and Wi-Fi 7, while the i9-14900HX and RTX 4090 offer top performance. On the other hand, the cooling system and battery runtime are lacking.
Bogdan Solca, 27 Nov 2024 16:47
Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 3 laptop in review: Big screen, big battery, but not big on performance

86% Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 3 laptop in review: Big screen, big battery, but not big on performance

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, Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arrow Lake), 16", 2 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 22 Nov 2024 21:46
Schenker Key 17 Pro M24

85% SCHENKER Key 17 Pro (M24) review - ultrafast dual Thunderbolt 5 connectors and i9-14900HX power

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, 17.3", 3.4 kg
Bogdan Solca, 21 Nov 2024 15:45
Apple Mac Mini M4 review - Smaller, faster and louder

85% Apple Mac Mini M4 review - Smaller, faster and louder

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-Core, M4 10-Core GPU, 648 g
Andreas Osthoff, 16 Nov 2024 15:50
Asus NUC 14 Pro+ mini-PC review - A potential desktop killer at just 622 grams

75% Asus NUC 14 Pro+ mini-PC review - A potential desktop killer at just 622 grams

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, Arc 8-Core, 622 g
Sebastian Bade, 16 Nov 2024 12:58
Apple MacBook Pro 16 2024 review - Enormous battery life and better performance of the M4 Pro

93% Apple MacBook Pro 16 2024 review - Enormous battery life and better performance of the M4 Pro

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-Core, M4 Pro 20-Core GPU, 16.2", 2.1 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 14 Nov 2024 14:47
Apple MacBook Pro 14 2024 review - The M4 Pro and matte display are massive upgrades

92% Apple MacBook Pro 14 2024 review - The M4 Pro and matte display are massive upgrades

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-Core, M4 Pro 20-Core GPU, 14.2", 1.6 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 10 Nov 2024 18:45
Intel efficient once again: Asus ExpertBook P5 achieves 16 hours of battery life with Lunar Lake (image source: Benjamin Herzig / Notebookcheck)

Intel efficient once again: Asus ExpertBook P5 achieves 16 hours of battery life with Lunar Lake

Up until now, you had to choose when buying a laptop with an Intel processor - either the screen was a low resolution panel, or the battery life was bad. This changes with Intel Lunar Lake, as the Asus ExpertBook P5 achieved strong 16 hours with a high res 2.5K screen.
Benjamin Herzig, 03 Nov 2024 21:50
Asus ExpertBook P5 P5405 laptop in review: Intel's M1 moment in a business laptop

86% Asus ExpertBook P5 P5405 laptop in review: Intel's M1 moment in a business laptop

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, Arc 140V, 14", 1.3 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 31 Oct 2024 19:05
Khadas Mind 2 review: Portable mini PC now with Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, Thunderbolt 4 and USB4

74% Khadas Mind 2 review: Portable mini PC now with Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, Thunderbolt 4 and USB4

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, Arc 8-Core, 437 g
Sebastian Bade, 23 Oct 2024 20:07
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 7 review: Without TrackPoint buttons, with Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060

84% Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 7 review: Without TrackPoint buttons, with Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060

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", 2 kg
Benjamin Herzig, 16 Oct 2024 15:33
Acer Aspire 16 2024 review: Multimedia all-rounder without a multimedia-worthy screen

79% Acer Aspire 16 2024 review: Multimedia all-rounder without a multimedia-worthy screen

"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", 1.9 kg
Christian Hintze, 04 Oct 2024 15:19
Asus Zenbook S 14 UX5406 laptop review - Excellent everyday laptop with Intel Lunar Lake

88% Asus Zenbook S 14 UX5406 laptop review - Excellent everyday laptop with Intel Lunar Lake

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, Arc 140V, 14", 1.2 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 02 Oct 2024 23:57
OWC opens preorder sales for Envoy Ultra external SSD with Thunderbolt 5 connectivity. (Image source: OWC)

OWC opens preorder sales for Envoy Ultra external SSD with Thunderbolt 5 connectivity

OWC has opened preorder sales for the Envoy Ultra external SSD with Thunderbolt 5 connectivity. The handheld drive can transfer over 6,000 MB/s and is compatible with PCs and Macs.
David Chien, 01 Oct 2024 10:00
Excellent battery life (Image Source: MSI)

Deal | MSI Prestige 13 AI+ Evo ultrabook with Intel Core Ultra 7 285V available for pre-order at only $1,199.99

This configuration features 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD storage, 32 GB LPDDR5X-8533 RAM, as well as the Arc Graphics 140 iGPU and a fast NPU. Other highlights include a 75 Wh battery, 13.3-inch OLED with 2.8K resolution, 2x Thunderbolt 4 connectors, 5MP webcam, Wi-Fi 7, microSD card reader and fingerprint sensor.
Bogdan Solca, 20 Sep 2024 17:40
Premium 0.5-liter mini PC (Image Source: Geekom)

Deal | Geekom A8 mini PC with AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS, 32 GB RAM and 2 TB SSD discounted down to $699

The A8 is one of the most compact mini PCs powered by AMD's Hawk Point APUs. It packs an impressive port selection including USB4, USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 2x HDMI 2.0 and a full-size SD card reader. Geekom adds a free wireless keyboard and mouse.
Bogdan Solca, 18 Sep 2024 16:17
Hands-On: MSI shows off four Lunar Lake laptops with huge batteries (image source: Benjamin Herzig)

IFA 2024 | Hands on: MSI shows off four Lunar Lake laptops with huge batteries

Many PC manufacturers introduced new laptops with Intel Lunar Lake at CES. MSI was among them, bringing four new laptops with Core Ultra Series 2 to Berlin - the convertible Summit 13 AI Evo as well as the clamshell laptops MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo. All four are meant for the B2B market.
Benjamin Herzig, 10 Sep 2024 23:29
Short review of the ADATA SE920: How does the ultra-fast external SSD with active cooling and USB 4 perform in practice?

Short review of the ADATA SE920: How does the ultra-fast external SSD with active cooling and USB 4 perform in practice?

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.
Sebastian Bade, 10 Sep 2024 13:49
The Revodok Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station. (Image source: UGREEN)

IFA 2024 | UGREEN Revodok Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station debuts with Bandwidth Boost mode

UGREEN has graced its Revodok line of accessories with its first-ever Thunderbolt 5-capable product during its latest trade showcase. The new Docking Station has a form-factor best suited to the desktop, and features a range of additional I/O options that includes Ethernet, DisplayPort and full-sized SD cards. Its main feature is also rated for a Bandwidth Boost mode for what might be even faster data transfers.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Sep 2024 17:41

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