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Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 2025

The 2026 ROG Zephyrus G14 is an improvement, but the 2025 model for $600 less is still a very good option

We just reviewed the updated 2026 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 and it is an improvement, but also $600 more expensive than the comparable 2025 unit. As long as you can accept the disadvantages like the darker OLED screen or shorter batter life, we recommend you get the old model as long as it is available.
Andreas Osthoff, 22 Jun 2026 20:12
Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Review

Lenovo ThinkTab X11 offers a level of repairability unmatched by almost any other tablet

Thanks to its excellent repairability, the ThinkTab X11 Gen 1 is especially attractive to users who value long‑term durability. Lenovo supports the mid‑range Android tablet with a self‑repair manual, a full parts catalogue, and dedicated software.
Marcus Herbrich, 21 Jun 2026 13:23
Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 2026

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 2026 is still the most powerful 14-inch gaming laptop thanks to the RTX 5070 Ti

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is the only compact gaming/multimedia laptop, which is available with the powerful Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. This is a noticeable advantage over rivals like the Razer Blade 14, which are limited to the RTX 5070.
Andreas Osthoff, 20 Jun 2026 18:09
Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Review

Lenovo ThinkTab is built to withstand days of use in desert thanks to its clever battery design

Lenovo is introducing its first Android Think tablet, the ThinkTab X11. Its removable battery allows the Lenovo Tab to run even with the battery taken out, enabling new deployment scenarios for the mid‑range tablet.
Marcus Herbrich, 20 Jun 2026 13:24
Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Review

Best choice for parents? Smart Case transformes ThinkTab X11 into a kids tablet

The Lenovo ThinkTab X11 is a true all‑rounder among Android tablets. Thanks to its special rugged case, this 5G tablet with eSIM is likely to appeal not only to outdoor enthusiasts but also to families, doubling as a children’s tablet similar to Amazon’s Fire Kids Edition.
Marcus Herbrich, 19 Jun 2026 14:22
Laptop with barrel connector next to two USB-C ports

USB-C or barrel connector? Why some laptops in 2026 still rely on two charging ports

Fortunately, most laptops now support Power Delivery, making it much more convenient not having to carry a different power brick for every device. Some laptops like the Schenker Connect 15, however, still include an additional barrel-style power connector alongside USB-C charging. At first glance this may feel outdated, but in practice it can still offer real advantages.
Christian Hintze, 18 Jun 2026 18:30
Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Gen 1 Review

This Lenovo tablet is a great tool for tech enthusiasts and professionals

In our review, the Lenovo ThinkTab X11 proved to be a true all-rounder among mid-range tablets. With its rugged build, 5G connectivity, and eSIM support, it has the potential to be an exciting alternative to an Apple iPad — especially for tech enthusiasts, startups, or even coffee‑shop owners, thanks to its built‑in NFC chip.
Marcus Herbrich, 18 Jun 2026 17:22
Oppo Find N6

Oppo Find N6: Why the crease almost disappears

The crease on the Oppo Find N6 is not only significantly less visible but also barely perceptible to the touch. This is made possible by a new generation of hinges featuring optimized display support and a special glass structure.
Daniel Schmidt, 17 Jun 2026 16:13
Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Review

Lenovo's all-purpose tablet is a compelling choice for students thanks to its stylus support

Is the rugged and extremely enduring Lenovo tablet with its stylus, a good alternative to Galaxy tablets with Samsung's S Pen? In this review conclusion, we take a closer look at the Lenovo Tab Pen XE for the ThinkTab X11 Gen 1.
Marcus Herbrich, 17 Jun 2026 15:21
New OmniBook Ultra 14 ships with an upgraded 120 Hz OLED display instead of the original 60 Hz IPS

New HP OmniBook Ultra 14 has one key advantage over the Dell XPS 14

The XPS 14 may be the more popular option, but this year's OmniBook Ultra 14 is twice as bright for superior HDR support than the Dell alternative.
Allen Ngo, 17 Jun 2026 01:14
Best battery life on the Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Gen 1

Record‑breaking battery life: No tablet lasts longer in our reviews than the Lenovo ThinkTab

In our review, the ThinkTab X11 deliveres an impressive battery life. This mid-range tablet lasts nearly three times as long as an Apple iPad and comes with features that are unmatched in the Android segment. However, not everything in our review is record-breaking.
Marcus Herbrich, 16 Jun 2026 20:21
Schenker Connect 15 with its battery removed

Office laptops 2026 compared: this should be the standard battery life today

Longer endurance is always a plus for a laptop, as long as it doesn’t come too much at the expense of weight and price. But what kind of battery life is currently appropriate for a business laptop? Using the Schenker Connect 15 as an example, we take a look at what 6.6 hours is still worth today.
Christian Hintze, 16 Jun 2026 18:30
Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 5 AMD

We tested Linux on the new Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 5 AMD

Lenovo's ThinkPads offer support for Linux out of the box and some models can also be purchased with Linux. We tested the current ThinkPad T16 Gen 5 with Linux and checked the support of functions and features.
Andreas Osthoff, 16 Jun 2026 17:14
Oppo Find N6

Oppo Find N6: The Snap Key - Between quick access and a half-solution

The Snap Key adds an extra convenience button to the Oppo Find N6 for quick actions and AI features. While practical for everyday use, it remains significantly more limited than the fully customizable button solutions offered by other manufacturers.
Daniel Schmidt, 16 Jun 2026 15:09
Panther Lake X9 is very capable for gaming thanks to the Arc B390 GPU

HP OmniBook Ultra 14 with Core Ultra X9 is a surprising gaming powerhouse

The Intel Panther Lake series is turning everyday office and business subnotebooks into capable gaming machines powerful enough to run the latest demanding titles at decent 1080p settings.
Allen Ngo, 16 Jun 2026 01:12
The Schenker Connect 15, slightly covered

Why almost every laptop is missing this practical feature

Many notebook manufacturers talk about sustainability and long product lifespans. At the same time, one feature that could significantly improve both has all but disappeared—except on a single current business laptop.
Christian Hintze, 15 Jun 2026 19:19
Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Review

Why has no one noticed this tablet powerhouse?

The first tablet of the ThinkTab series and the ThinkPad’s “Android” counterpart is a real hidden gem. The mid-range tablet was launched quietly with almost no coverage. Given its excellent specs, the Lenovo ThinkTab X11 Gen 1 is certainly not just for business user.
Marcus Herbrich, 15 Jun 2026 18:20
Oppo Find N6 with AI Pen

Oppo AI Pen: Smart stylus with an AI focus

The Oppo AI Pen complements the Find N6 ecosystem with a smart stylus for writing, highlighting, and AI-powered note-taking. It is particularly useful for productive work on the large inner display.
Daniel Schmidt, 15 Jun 2026 17:06
OmniBook Ultra 14 redesign looks great, but the new keyboard is an unexpected change

Latest HP OmniBook Ultra 14 is an almost perfect successor to the Spectre series

The redesigned OmniBook Ultra 14 this year gets everything right in terms of looks and performance, but the new keyboard layout takes some getting used to.
Allen Ngo, 15 Jun 2026 01:10
Oppo Find N6

Oppo Find N6: Almost crease-free, powerfully equipped and with a large battery

The Oppo Find N6 noticeably improves the foldable concept: an almost invisible fold, powerful hardware and long battery life meet minor weaknesses in cooling and camera equipment.
Daniel Schmidt, 14 Jun 2026 14:17
HP OmniBook Ultra 14 is one of the first laptops to ship with the Core Ultra X9

Core Ultra X9 388H runs slower than Core Ultra X7 386H in first benchmarks

The new HP OmniBook Ultra 14 is available with the Core Ultra X9 but with no X7 option even though the X9 costs more and might offer no performance advantages over the X7.
Allen Ngo, 14 Jun 2026 01:09
The advertised 175 W TGP is only accessible under certain power profiles for the Raider 16 Max AX

175 W GPU in the MSI Raider 16 Max HX averages only 147 W in Extreme Performance mode

We compare and contrast all the confusing power profiles available on the latest MSI gaming laptop. You'll want to know the differences between them if you intend to play any games on the system.
Allen Ngo, 14 Jun 2026 00:29
The Prestige 13 AI+ with Core Ultra has a hard time competing against the ZenBook A14 with Snapdragon chip.

Intel vs. Snapdragon: Showdown below the 1-kg mark

A comparison of the MSI Prestige 13 AI+ and Asus ZenBook A14 finds Intel’s Core Ultra 9 386H to be outmatched by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite in CPU, graphics and battery tests. Despite differing battery capacities, the cheaper ZenBook A14 delivers stronger overall value.
Florian Glaser, 13 Jun 2026 20:14
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max

Poco X8 Pro Max: Barely faster than the Poco X8 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro Max offers significantly higher peak performance than the X8 Pro, particularly in CPU, GPU, and AI tasks. Under continuous load, however, the advantage is diminished by strong throttling, while the X8 Pro operates more consistently but more slowly. Is the Max actually worth it, then?
Daniel Schmidt, 13 Jun 2026 15:12
The Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus for gaming laptops is Intel's direct answer to the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D

MSI Raider 16 Max HX proves Intel Arrow Lake is still a force to reckon with

The latest MSI Raider is one of the fastest gaming laptops available at the moment for users looking to maximum raw processor performance.
Allen Ngo, 13 Jun 2026 00:26
Extremely lightweight, long-lasting and yet high-performing: The MSI Prestige 13 AI+

MSI Prestige 13 AI+: A 13-inch laptop that proves ultralight doesn't mean underpowered

The MSI Prestige 13 AI+ is among the lightest and most compact notebooks in the world. The manufacturer impressively demonstrates that this doesn't mean sacrificing much in terms of features.
Florian Glaser, 12 Jun 2026 15:29
Vivo X300 Ultra reviewed

The best camera smartphone we reviewed in 2026 doesn't come from Samsung or Apple

After this year's Ultra phones from various manufacturers completed our tests, we can now crown a new leader in our ranking of the best smartphones for photos and videos. However, the successor to the Vivo X300 Pro is not a major surprise in our ranking.
Marcus Herbrich, 12 Jun 2026 02:18
Raider 16 HX Max with bottom subpanel removed revealing the SODIMM and SSD slots

MSI Raider 16 Max HX has a simple feature we want to see on more laptops

The service hatch on the bottom panel makes it so much faster and easier for end users to add more storage or RAM without needing to worry about voiding warranties or accidentally breaking components.
Allen Ngo, 12 Jun 2026 00:24
Oppo Find X9s Pro in review

Outclasses Apple and Samsung in battery life and camera: mini flagship smartphone still disappoints in review

The compact Oppo Find X9s Pro impresses in our review with its premium design and powerful hardware. Despite a strong first impression, test results reveal unexpected weaknesses in the mini flagship smartphone.
Marcus Herbrich, 11 Jun 2026 19:59
Schenker Connect 15 boots up

This business laptop is enterprise through and through on paper – and a compromise in reality?

With the Connect 15, Schenker is clearly targeting business customers – and loads the classic 15-inch notebook with an unusual amount of hardware. Wi-Fi 7, an LTE option, and SmartCard support sound like modern enterprise-grade specifications. However, the test also reveals the downsides of this feature-heavy machine.
Christian Hintze, 11 Jun 2026 19:35
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max

Poco X8 Pro Max: Large display, huge battery and eye-catching light effects

The Poco X8 Pro Max positions itself as a high-performance mid-range device with a focus on battery life, display brightness, and gaming performance. Particularly striking are the LED light effects around the camera module, which visually set the device apart from many competitors. An added benefit?
Daniel Schmidt, 11 Jun 2026 16:07
Be sure to select the correct power profile that fits your needs when gaming on the Raider 16 Max HX

New MSI Raider 16 Max "Apex" mode makes power profile options even more confusing

What's the difference between Extreme Performance mode, Apex mode, and Cooler Boost mode? The MSI Center software makes very little effort to educate the user.
Allen Ngo, 11 Jun 2026 00:23
Schenker Connect 15 in use

Schenker Connect 15 price check: How quickly €1,000 turns into a €1,600 laptop

The Schenker Connect 15 in our review unit comes equipped with a smartcard reader, LTE, Wi-Fi 7, and 32 GB of RAM. Configurations on bestware start at just under €1,000, but the configurator quickly reveals how an entry-level office laptop can turn into a significantly more expensive machine. RAM and SSD options in particular push the price noticeably higher.
Christian Hintze, 10 Jun 2026 19:30
Oppo Find X9s Pro in review

Oppo wastes huge potential with its mini‑flagship smartphone due to a lack of efficiency

In our review, the Oppo Find X9s Pro masked an efficiency weakness with its huge battery, which is somewhat surprising given the Find X9 Pro’s test results. For an easy‑to‑handle and compact smartphone, the battery performance is in a completely different league compared to the Samsung Galaxy S26.
Marcus Herbrich, 10 Jun 2026 17:42
The Raider 16 Max HX OLED display may be visually stunning, but it's missing some common features

MSI Raider 16 Max HX costs over $3000, doesn't even have Advanced Optimus or G-Sync

The first 16-inch Raider model nails it when it comes to raw performance and the OLED viewing experience. The overt lack of Advanced Optimus, however, is nevertheless disappointing considering the price.
Allen Ngo, 10 Jun 2026 00:22
Oppo Find X9s Pro in review

Super stylish camera insider tip: a top-tier alternative to the Apple iPhone 17

With the Find X9s Pro, Oppo shows why a compact Android smartphone can also be a compelling choice and a strong alternative to the Apple iPhone 17 for photo enthusiasts. Like the Oppo Find X9 Ultra, the smaller Pro model also features a dual-200-MPix-camera-setup enhanced by Hasselblad tuning
Marcus Herbrich, 09 Jun 2026 15:07
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max

Poco X8 Pro Max: Can an invisible display technology strain your eyes?

The Poco X8 Pro Max features a modern AMOLED display with 12-bit color depth and a 120 Hz refresh rate. However, behind these specifications, temporal dithering—a color simulation technique—may be at play; for some users, this technique is associated with eye strain, headaches, or rapid fatigue.
Daniel Schmidt, 09 Jun 2026 14:56
Doesn't get much worse than this in terms of graphics performance: the Graphics 2 Xe3 in the Lenovo IdeaPad 5i 2-in-1 14

Warning: Stay away from Intel's Graphics 2 Xe3

While the graphics requirements of modern games continue to increase, the performance of cheaper iGPUs has stagnated for years. The best example of this is Intel's Graphics 2 Xe3, the entry-level model from the brand-new Panther Lake generation.
Florian Glaser, 08 Jun 2026 16:03
Energy-efficient, but not particularly fast: The Core Ultra 5 322 in the IdeaPad 5i 2-in-1 14

Panther Lake debut: Core Ultra 5 322 reviewed for the first time

Intel's Panther Lake mobile generation offers a CPU to suit almost every budget. At the lower end of the range is the Core Ultra 5 322, a six-core chip that we have just put to the test.
Florian Glaser, 08 Jun 2026 15:54
Lenovo Yoga Pro 7i 15 Aura Edition

When Apple's MacBook Pro is suddenly the bargain alternative, laptops like the Lenovo Yoga Pro 7i 15 have a problem

Apple is known for premium prices, but the current price increases of Windows laptops actually make the MacBook Pro a significantly cheaper option. This is an issue for multimedia laptops like the Lenovo Yoga Pro 7i 15 Aura Edition.
Andreas Osthoff, 08 Jun 2026 15:51
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max

Poco X8 Pro Max: Big battery, lots of compromises

The Poco X8 Pro Max relies on a powerful chip and a huge battery, but it falls short in too many areas to be completely convincing.
Daniel Schmidt, 08 Jun 2026 14:00
Suffers from a weak AMD processor: HP OmniBook 3 17

Not worthy of the name: HP OmniBook 3 suffers from sluggish AMD chip

AMD recently released the Ryzen 5 40, a CPU based on the aging Zen 2 architecture. We find out what this means for performance in 2026 via the HP OmniBook 3.
Florian Glaser, 07 Jun 2026 17:08
Lenovo Yoga Pro 7i 15 Aura Edition

Lenovo charges more than $2600 for the Yoga Pro 7i 15, is this the new reality?

Lenovo's new Yoga Pro 7i 15 Aura Edition is a very good multimedia laptop, but the price of more than $2600 for the model with the GeForce RTX 5060 is steep. Is this the new reality or is the new Yoga simply too expensive?
Andreas Osthoff, 07 Jun 2026 00:56
The same Core Ultra 9 386H CPU in the MSI Cubi 3MG can run up to 25 percent faster on certain laptops

MSI Cubi AI+ 3MG is over 60 percent faster than before, but it could have been even better

Its Panther Lake-H CPU is impressive for the size and a huge upgrade over the CPU in the Cubi AI+ 2MG, but the super-small form factor has compromised performance somewhat.
Allen Ngo, 06 Jun 2026 20:29
The Cubi NUC 3MG is one of the smallest mini PCs supporting up to 128 GB of removable memory

MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG tiny PC supports a massive 128 GB of removable RAM

Despite the super-small 0.51 L form factor, the Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG supports up to 128 GB of DDR5 memory across two SODIMM slots compared to half or less on competing mini PCs.
Allen Ngo, 05 Jun 2026 19:34
The smaller form factor makes the new Cubi even more inconspicuous and fitting for retail or business settings

MSI Cubi NUC AI+ 3MG vs. Cubi NUC AI+ 2MG: Improvements almost everywhere

The latest MSI mini PC for businesses, retail, and conference rooms is even smaller, faster, and more inconspicuous than before with better RAM support than most other mini PCs.
Allen Ngo, 04 Jun 2026 19:33
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7.

Consequence of the RAM crisis: Lenovo's screen downgrade on the ThinkPad T14 Gen 7

In times of rising prices, the PC industry explores various ways to keep prices in check. One of them: Use cheaper components to lessen the blow of the RAM crisis. This is what Lenovo does with the screen of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 7.
Benjamin Herzig, 03 Jun 2026 17:42
Oppo Find X9 Ultra vs Vivo X300 Ultra tested by Notebookcheck

Superb smartphone for vacations and holidays thanks to macro magic – just not for the beach

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra is the perfect companion for vacations and holidays. With its versatile Hasselblad cameras, the flagship phone offers impressive macro performance and excellent zoom capabilities, even for the most distant subjects and smallest details. We also compare photo results with the Vivo X300 Ultra.
Marcus Herbrich, 03 Jun 2026 15:48
Geekom A9 Max with AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470

Geekom A9 Max now significantly cheaper: Ryzen AI mini PC with 32 GB RAM on offer

The Geekom A9 Max is based on the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 and is aimed at demanding users looking for high performance in a mini PC format. The compact system is currently available directly from Geekom at a discount. The equipment includes 32 GB RAM and a 2 TB SSD.
Sebastian Bade, 03 Jun 2026 10:16
Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Vivo X300 Ultra in reviews by Notebookcheck

Which flagship smartphone is the better deal: Oppo Find X9 Ultra vs. Vivo X300 Ultra review results

If you are looking for the best camera phone in 2026, you will not be able to ignore the two flagship phones from Oppo and Vivo. We take a look at the differences between these two Android smartphones based on our test data - and the differences are surprisingly clear in detail.
Marcus Herbrich, 02 Jun 2026 13:55

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