HP OmniBook 5 16 offers nothing special, but that's probably for the best
The OmniBook 5 16 keeps it simple with few fancy features and extras while maintaining respectable basics and build quality for more attractive starting prices.
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No OLED on Strix Point ThinkPads: Lenovo artificially limits its AMD models to WUXGA IPS
There are three Lenovo ThinkPad laptops with AMD's high-end Strix Point CPU series. None of them have the option for a high quality OLED screen, despite these screens being an option for less expensive Krackan Point models. Is Len...
The new AMD version of the MSI Claw A8 is worse than the Intel version, despite the same price
MSI now also offers its gaming handheld Claw 8 with an AMD processor. The question is why though, because our review reveals some ergonomic drawbacks compared to the Intel SKU and you also get 8 GB RAM less. The price is identical...
Deal | HP OmniBook 7 Aero 13 is barely 4 months old and already almost 40 percent off
HP is running a huge sale on its lightest 13-inch laptop yet just in time for the Holiday shopping season.
Zoom removed, price doubled: How good is the camera of the Motorola Edge 70?
Motorola has cut back considerably on the camera system of the slim Edge 70. Can you still take decent photos with it? We take a look and put the zoom quality and macro shots to the test.
The 1 kg HP OmniBook 7 Aero 13 is impressive, but there are some compromises
The ultralight subnotebook has surprisingly long battery life and respectable performance considering the weight and small size, but cut features elsewhere are notable.
Sleek, thin and expensive: Motorola Edge 70's price-performance ratio doesn't add up
The Motorola Edge 70 generally left a good impression in our test, but it’s still too expensive, and users have to accept a few compromises compared to its predecessor. We summarize the most important findings from our recent revi...
Tablet bargain with caveats: Xiaomi Pad 8 can hit its limits in everyday use
Less than €400 for a lightning-fast tablet with a bright display and unibody design, does this mean high-end tablets should just give up? Not exactly, because the Xiaomi Pad 8 is missing a few features that could be important for ...
The new NUC generation: Asus NUC 15 Pro+ shows strong performance in the review and supports external GPUs
With the Asus NUC 15 Pro+, Asus is launching a new attack on the top class of mini PCs. More performance, many connections, and the latest Intel Core Ultra processors are intended to prove that real high-end power no longer requir...
Vivo X300 Pro: Camera ace with minor weaknesses reviewed
The Vivo X300 Pro impressed in our review, particularly with its strong camera setup. However, it also showed a few weaknesses and caveats in terms of features. Read on for a summary of our most important findings.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 with tandem OLED is insanely bright at almost 1500 nits
With HDR enabled, the latest ThinkPad workstation can reach brightness levels up to three or four times brighter than most other laptops in the market.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 drops AC adapter port, switches to smaller USB-C charging only
The latest model ships with a 140 W USB-C AC adapter instead of the 170 W adapter that shipped with last year's model. Fortunately, performance has not been negatively affected.
Xiaomi Pad 8 first look: Unboxing, accessories and initial impressions
What's inside the box of the Xiaomi Pad 8? As part of our detailed review, the affordable but lightning-fast Chinese tablet recently arrived in our test lab, after which we did take a look at the retail packaging and everything th...
Lenovo's ThinkPad X13 G6 is just not as good as the Dell Pro 13 Premium
After our comprehensive reviews, we can say that the current Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G6 is just not as good as the Dell Pro 13 Premium in the comparison of compact 13-inch business laptops. The biggest advantage of the Dell is the sup...
Compact smartphone with fantastic battery life: Motorola Edge 60 Neo verdict
Despite its compact size, the Motorola Edge 60 Neo delivers excellent battery life, even though the stylish Android phone doesn't have a silicon-carbon battery. Beyond its battery capacity, this budget-friendly smartphone has a lo...
Lenovo's ThinkPad X13 G6 is compact, but keyboard and display hinges are weak points
The ThinkPad X-series has a ling tradition as compact business companions. Lenovo wants to improve the mobility even further with the new ThinkPad X13 G6, but this affects the quality and both the keyboard as well as the display h...
Hasselblad cameras put to the test: How good are the photos taken by the Oppo Find X9?
The Oppo Find X9 is positioned as a relatively affordable flagship with a Hasselblad camera system, aiming to offer high-end photography for under $1000. Our review reveals how well image quality, zoom performance and AI post-proc...
Lenovo offers the ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 with modern Intel CPUs, but only old AMD CPUs
Lenovo's ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 is an affordable and compact office laptop, which is available with Intel as well as AMD processors. But while the manufacturer uses the latest Intel chips, AMD customers only get outdated Zen 4 models.
This laptop hides a dark secret: What Lenovo does not tell you about this compact ThinkPad workstation
The Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 looks like most other newer ThinkPad laptops, but there is something hidden beneath the surface that makes this 14.5-inch workstation laptop different from the other business laptops in Lenovo's line...
Minisforum AI X1 starts inexpensively: Mini PC with AMD Ryzen 7 255 and built-in speakers reviewed
With the AI X1, Minisforum is launching a new mini PC that combines modern technology in a compact, well-designed housing. At its heart is the AMD Ryzen 7 255, complemented by the latest connection standards and flexible expansion...
Intel Core 5 210H vs. AMD Ryzen AI 5 330: Budget performance battle
The Intel CPU can run up to 50 percent faster albeit with a 50 percent increase in power consumption and no integrated NPU.
OnePlus 15 battery stamina test: How long does the 7,300 mAh giant really last?
The OnePlus 15 promises significantly longer battery life than its predecessor thanks to its 7,300 mAh battery,but does it live up to this promise in everyday use? Our detailed battery life test reveals how the smartphone actually...
Oppo Find X9 stress test: Over 50% less performance under sustained load
The Oppo Find X9 impresses with its high-quality build and powerful Hasselblad camera system. However, it harbors significant weaknesses in the cooling of its high-performance top-of-the-line SoC. In this article, we explain how ...
Tested for the first time: The weakest Nvidia RTX GPU still packs a punch
Weak, weaker, Nvidia RTX Pro 500 Blackwell Generation? This GPU may be the runt of the litter, but it still provides a valuable boost over the integrated GPU solutions from AMD and Intel. We tested it for the first time in the Len...
Beelink GTI15 Ultra quad mics are great for voice activation, but the speakers are mid
The microphones are sensitive enough for voice controls in a medium-sized living room, but the speakers are too weak to fill that same space.
Beellnk GTI15 Ultra PC launches for almost twice the original price of the GTI13 Ultra
The skyrocketing demand for SSD and RAM has hit mini PC makers hard. The latest GTI15 Ultra with Arrow Lake-H in particular is now shipping for well over $1000 USD when configured with 64 GB of RAM and 1 TB SSD.
Lenovo's ThinkPad T16 Gen 4 AMD offers plenty of room for improvements
Lenovo's large ThinkPad T16 Gen 4 AMD is a good business laptop, but it shares the mainboard with the smaller ThinkPad T14 and therefore wastes internal space. In addition to the cooling solution, this also affects the maintenance...
Verdict on the Xiaomi 15T: Price-performance king in the mid-range smartphone class
Our review of the Xiaomi 15T reveals several reasons that speak in favor of a purchase. Anyone looking for an affordable Android phone with excellent value for money will find the Xiaomi smartphone to be the perfect choice.
RedMagic 11 Pro: Gaming above all else
In our review, the RedMagic 11 Pro stands out thanks not only to its high performance, but also to numerous other features such as a large battery and fast charging. However, a few compromises have to be made in return.
Do the cameras of the OnePlus 15 still hold up despite cost-cutting measures?
The OnePlus 15's camera system has suffered some setbacks this year: no more Hasselblad branding and less light-sensitive lenses. Can the new Lumo engine compensate for these shortcomings?
Performance vs. quality: Where does the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 16 land?
Anyone looking for a stylish 16-inch office notebook should consider the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 16. We took a detailed look at the attractive all-rounder.
Running AI locally: Acer Swift Go 16 AI tested with Stable Diffusion, ChatGPT, Gemma3 and others
Does the Acer Swift Go 16 AI meet its AI power claims? We have evaluated local language models and image generators, revealing both its limitations and its strengths. Thanks to Amuse, LM Studio and FastFlowLM, the AMD Ryzen 7 in t...
Lenovo's ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 shows that Lunar Lake is not automatically the better choice for compact laptops
Lenovo offers its compact office laptop ThinkPad E14 Gen 7 both with Intel Arrow Lake as well as Lunar Lake processors. You might think that the Lunar Lake chip is a better fit for the compact device, but our review shows that thi...
Restarts and freezes disrupt everyday use – Budget creator-gamer Asus TUF Gaming A18 with teething issues
In our previous articles on the A18, we mainly highlighted the slim, quiet, and efficient 18-inch gaming laptop, which could also appeal to creators. But the reality also includes some annoying teething issues we observed during t...
A budget laptop for creatives? The Asus TUF Gaming A18 gives it a shot
Despite the TUF label—Asus’ usual branding for the budget tier of its gaming laptops—the TUF Gaming A18 comes with several traits that seem aimed at creative users as well. Does it actually work?
HP ZBook Fury G1i 18 or Dell Pro Max 18 Plus? More differences than one might expect
The HP offers per-key RGB lighting, dedicated mouse buttons, and more storage options than the Dell. On the other hand, performance-hunters and AI modelers may prefer the Dell for its CAMM2 benefits.
AMD ThinkPad T16 offers comprehensive set of features including Thunderbolt 4
If you are looking at features, the ThinkPad T16 Gen 4 AMD offers pretty much everything you could want. This includes business specific things like a SmartCard reader, but also the support for a 5G WWAN module, modern Wi-Fi 7 con...
Asus goes all-in on aggressive power saving in the TUF Gaming A18: Is the unusual performance mode good or bad?
Most gaming laptops offer three or four automatic performance presets—usually something like “Silent,” “Balanced,” “Performance,” and “Turbo” or “Cooler Boost.” Asus simply removed the Balanced mode… or did they just rename it? Th...
Tecno Slim 5G: Affordable, but not cheap
The Tecno Slim 5G impressed in our review as a light and slim smartphone with a very good display. As the price suggests, this is not a high-end product. This also has its disadvantages.
Sapphire Edge AI review: Mini PC comeback with AI power and AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
With the Edge AI, Sapphire returns to the world of mini PCs and relies on Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, a small, well-designed case, and a smart magnetic lid. Our test shows how well this works and what surprises the device delivers in every...
The budget laptop that really isn’t — or doesn’t want to be? Asus TUF Gaming A18 review
Compared to Asus’ pricier ROG Strix G18, the TUF label usually signals the company’s budget-friendly gaming line. And while the A18 with an RTX 5060 is available for a reasonable €1,599, our review unit with an RTX 5070 comes in o...
Huawei MatePad 12 X (2025): A powerful tablet even without Google services
Like all Huawei tablets, the MatePad 12 X (2025) comes without pre-installed Google services and associated apps. However, this usually proves to be no problem in everyday use, and that's not because of the well-stocked AppGallery...
Lenovo only offers the expensive business laptop ThinkPad T16 Gen 4 AMD with 60 Hz screens
The new ThinkPad T16 Gen 4 AMD left a good overall impression in our review. The situation is a bit mixed for the display, because the 1080p screen does not consume a lot of power, but it is only a 60 Hz screen and there is no opt...
Xiaomi 15T verdict: How good are videos on the affordable Android smartphone?
If you're looking for an affordable Android phone that offers great value for money, the Xiaomi 15T is the right choice. But how good is the video quality of this mid-range phone with OIS? We put the Xiaomi smartphone through its ...
Turbo vs. Performance mode: how one setting dramatically changes the Asus TUF Gaming A18
On paper, the Asus TUF Gaming A18 enters the ring as a powerful 18-inch gaming laptop with an RTX 5070 and a Ryzen 7 260. But our testing shows: its real speed depends heavily on the mode selected in Armoury Crate — and the gap be...
Dell Pro Max 18 Plus is one of the few laptops to support up to 256 GB of RAM
Dell's largest mobile workstation focuses on not just the fastest CPUs and GPUs available, but also new RAM options beyond SODIMM for both improved performance and higher capacities than normal.
Huawei MatePad 12 X (2025): Even better thanks to accessories
Huawei includes a full-featured keyboard cover with the MatePad 12 X (2025) creative tablet. But it's the optional stylus that really rounds off the user experience.
Dell Pro Max 18 Plus is extremely powerful, but the high core temperatures are a setback
The Core Ultra 9 285HX can be around 100 C when running demanding loads which negatively impacts Turbo Boost performance.
Motorola ignores EU regulation on security updates for smartphones. Will this end well?
According to EU regulations, every smartphone is supposed to receive software updates for many years. That makes sense so users don't have to throw away a working device. But Motorola is trying to get around this with some legal f...
Better screens, please: This one thing about this popular business laptop still needs work
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is a staple in the business world. It is a device with many strengths. Unfortunately, its screen is not really among them. The latest ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 certainly has a workable display, but there are still...
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