Upcoming Intel Arc B580 variant could arrive with a serious VRAM upgradeThe EEC website has shown off multiple new Intel Arc B580 graphics cards. Most of them are from Maxsun, and two come with more VRAM than previously seen on an Arc B580. Anil Ganti, 12 May 2025 16:16
Deal | Asus Vivobook S16 with Intel Ultra 9 285H and 2880x1800 OLED display drops to $900Other premium features include the powerful Arc 140T iGPU, 16 GB of LPDDR5X-8448 RAM, and 1 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, Wi-Fi 7 wireless connectivity, dual Thunderbolt 4 connectors and a microSD card reader.Bogdan Solca, 12 May 2025 14:34
Intel Arc Pro 140T appears before Computex 2025 inside refreshed Dell Pro Max 16Earlier this week, Intel confirmed that it would be introducing new Arc Pro GPUs later this month during Computex 2025. Ahead of this year's computer expo, a refreshed Dell Pro Max 16 has been spotted with one of Intel's new Arc P...Alex Alderson, 09 May 2025 13:41
84% Lunar Lake vs. Snapdragon inside a convertible - Microsoft Surface Pro OLED for Business reviewAnother blow for Windows on ARM? Microsoft now also offers its Surface Pro convertible equipped with Intel's Lunar Lake processors—but specifically targeted toward business customers. We have tested the OLED version and investigated whether private customers might be missing out on the better model.Intel Core Ultra 7 268V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 13.00" | 882 gAndreas Osthoff, 14 Apr 2025 18:38
87% Xiaomi RedmiBook Pro 14 2025 review - Now with Arrow Lake and 16 hours of battery lifeBrighter IPS display in the 14-inch laptop. The 2025 RedmiBook Pro 14 features Intel Arrow Lake CPUs, a brighter 120 Hz IPS display, and improved battery life. Despite a price increase, it remains a strong mid-range option.Intel Core Ultra 7 255H | Intel Arc Graphics 140T | 14.00" | 1.4 kgAndreas Osthoff, 10 Apr 2025 10:32
Lenovo's Yoga 7 14 Convertible is not only much cheaper than the Yoga 9, but also better in some respectsLenovo offers a wide product lineup and it is not easy always easy to find the right device. It is even more complicated when you have two very similar products like the two 14-convertibles we just tested, where the less expensive...Andreas Osthoff, 08 Apr 2025 13:17
84% Lightweight with power and 20 hours of endurance - LG Gram Pro 16 laptop reviewThe featherweight champion. As a long-distance runner with a powerful Core Ultra 7, the LG Gram Pro 16 is a strong companion for traveling. But the laptop also impresses at home and for entertainment with its brilliant sound and picture.Intel Core Ultra 7 256V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 16.00" | 1.2 kgMarc Herter, 03 Apr 2025 15:38
88% 1,000-nit OLED at 120 Hz inside a convertible - Lenovo Yoga 7 14 2in1 G10 reviewUpdate with Intel Lunar Lake. Lenovo has equipped its 10th-generation Yoga 7 2in1 with a Lunar Lake processor and a new 2.8K OLED panel, which, in addition to a refresh rate of 120 Hz, should now also achieve a significantly higher brightness of 1,000 nits. However, one known problem remains.Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.4 kgAndreas Osthoff, 02 Apr 2025 16:50
90% A high-end business 2-in-1 for high earners: HP EliteBook X Flip G1i reviewAn additional 500 to 1,000 dollars for what? HP's changed naming scheme is allowing it to charge a hefty premium for its new 14-inch business 2-in-1. We take a look at what the EliteBook X Flip G1i offers compared to its predecessor, the Elite x360 1040 G11 2-in-1.Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.5 kgChristian Hintze, 02 Apr 2025 15:02
Quiet PC launches UltraNUC Pro 14 silent mini PCs with up to an Intel Ultra 7 155H CPUIntel's Meteor Lake CPUs up to an Ultra 7 155H are going silent now thanks to Quiet PC's small form-factor implementation that employs the efficient Akasa Turing RC Pro case.Bogdan Solca, 31 Mar 2025 19:40
84% Intel takes on Qualcomm: Medion SPRCHRGD 14 S2 reviewBattle of the CPU manufacturers. While the first version of the SPRCHRGD 14 relied on a processor from Qualcomm, its successor uses a model from Intel. Read our review to find out what effect this has had on its performance, emissions and battery life.Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.4 kgFlorian Glaser, 31 Mar 2025 17:33
Microsoft should let Surface Laptop 7 buyers choose between Intel and QualcommOur review of the Surface Laptop with Intel’s Lunar Lake clearly shows that it's the better device overall. Instead of pushing Windows on ARM at the expense of customers, Microsoft should offer both versions and let buyers choose....Andreas Osthoff, 26 Mar 2025 19:26
HP EliteBook Ultra G1i boasts quiet cooling but has to make compromisesThe Lunar Lake-powered EliteBook Ultra G1i is an impressive high-quality business laptop, but compared to the more traditional EliteBook X notebooks, certain compromises had to be made.Andreas Osthoff, 25 Mar 2025 22:08
Lenovo should equip the Yoga 9 flagship convertible with a better 4K OLED displayWith its premium Yoga 9 14 convertible, Lenovo wants to appeal to creative users by offering a 4K OLED panel in the more expensive model variants. But aside from the high resolution, the panel falls short and doesn't even offer pr...Andreas Osthoff, 23 Mar 2025 01:09
89% Lenovo Yoga 9 14 2in1 G10 review - The high-end convertible suffers due to weak 4K OLEDLunar Lake brings longer runtimes. Lenovo's new Yoga 9 14 2in1 is the convertible flagship for consumers and, in addition to a high-resolution 4K OLED display, also features the latest Intel Lunar Lake processor, enabling longer battery life than before.Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 14.00" | 1.3 kgAndreas Osthoff, 20 Mar 2025 14:37
GDC 2025 | Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 and Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 unveiled for mid-range handheld consolesQualcomm has unveiled the Snapdragon G2 Gen 2 and Snapdragon G1 Gen 2 for Arm-based consoles. The former is meant to run games natively, while the latter is better suited for cloud gaming applications. Anil Ganti, 17 Mar 2025 18:27
The MSI Claw 8 AI+ gaming handheld's hardware is good, but its software still needs some fine-tuningMSI's new Claw 8 AI+ is currently one of the best gaming handhelds on the market, but at $899.99, it also isn't cheap. Its hardware is good, but MSI really needs to improve its software.Andreas Osthoff, 11 Mar 2025 15:30
85% MSI Claw 8 AI+ review - The best gaming handheld thanks to Intel Lunar Lake?Massive improvement. MSI's new Claw 8 AI+ is a massive improvement of the manufacturer's first gaming handheld. Adding to this is its more efficient Lunar Lake processor from Intel, as well as a larger 8-inch display with a 120-Hz refresh rate and VRR, and a big 80-Wh battery.Intel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 8.00" | 793 gAndreas Osthoff, 06 Mar 2025 19:40
90% Lenovo ThinkPad X9 15 Aura Edition Laptop Review - The MacBook Air rival is very good, even without a TrackPoint120 Hz OLED with 1100 nits. Lenovo's new ThinkPad X9 is a completely new design and convinces with long battery runtimes as well as an excellent OLED screen. However, Lenovo also breaks with a tradition and does not include a TrackPoint anymore. Update: Additional battery life testsIntel Core Ultra 7 258V | Intel Arc Graphics 140V | 15.30" | 1.4 kgAndreas Osthoff, 26 Feb 2025 17:06
78% Acer Aspire Spin 14 review: The crazy world of the 2-in-1 laptopThe Core Ultra 5 115U's premiere. With the Aspire Spin 14, Acer is offering a 2-in-1 that is suitable for a variety of purposes. We have tested the 14-inch Intel-based model extensively, encountering a few weaknesses, some of which are not insignificant.Intel Core Ultra 5 115U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | 14.00" | 1.6 kgFlorian Glaser, 16 Feb 2025 17:44
Deal | Samsung Galaxy Book 4 Pro 14'' with Intel Core 5 Ultra and 3K AMOLED display gets a 48% discountThe 14'' Galaxy Book 4 Pro already has a successor but it is still a pretty decent laptop with awesome features such as a gorgeous OLED display, ultra slim but sturdy design, and ample selection of ports. And at a discounted price...Habeeb Onawole, 15 Feb 2025 21:59
Intel Arc Graphics 140T analysis – Arrow Lake-H iGPU gains frame generation supportIntel is equipping the new Arrow Lake-H mobile processors with the Arc Graphics 140T and 130T, which are enhanced versions of the Intel Arc Graphics from the Meteor Lake generation. However, the 140T has little in common with the Arc Graphics 140V found in Lunar Lake chips.Andreas Osthoff, 13 Feb 2025 11:10
Intel Arrow Lake-H CPU analysis: Core Ultra 200H makes Lunar Lake almost redundantIntel is introducing its new Arrow Lake-H series mobile processors (Core Ultra 200H), covering a power range of 28 to 115 watts. We examine two implementations of the high-end Core Ultra 9 285H. Are the improvements enough to compete with AMD’s Zen 5 and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite?Andreas Osthoff, 12 Feb 2025 11:00
Intel XeSS milestone: Over 160 games supported, XeSS 2 adoption remains limitedAccording to Intel, its DLSS alternative now supports more than 160 games. However, XeSS 2 hasn’t found much favour with developers despite promising to deliver significantly higher frame rates and up to 45% lower latency than its...Hannes Brecher, 04 Feb 2025 03:41
New Intel driver update tips 3 new Arc Battlemage GPUs: B580 Pro and B770 on the cardsWeeks after the launch of the recent Intel Arc Battlemage B580 and B570 GPUs, Intel has added three new PCI IDs to its Linux driver stack. This has led to speculation that there may be a higher-end Arc Battlemage GPU coming alongs...Julian van der Merwe, 30 Jan 2025 00:51
82% MSI Prestige A16 AI+ review: Multimedia laptop with powerful Ryzen 9 365It'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 | AMD Radeon 880M | 16.00" | 2 kgChristian Hintze, 26 Jan 2025 15:25
Intel Arc B570 vs Arc B580 and RTX 4060: Arc B570 tests raise doubts about GPU's value propositionThe Intel Arc B570 is one of the 2 Arc Battlemage GPU that Intel revealed back in December 2024. Reviews of the GPU are now here, and the card appears to be much slower than the Arc B580, while matching the RTX 4060 at 1440p which...Fawad Murtaza, 16 Jan 2025 19:37
$219 Intel Arc B570 GPU challenges AMD RX7600 XT performance in new Geekbench leaksThe upcoming Intel Arc B570 Battlemage-based GPU will allegedly launch later this month, and recent leaked benchmarks and pricing indicate that it will be a solid entry-level card, cutting both the price and performance by 12% com...Julian van der Merwe, 14 Jan 2025 05:00
85% Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 review - The multimedia laptop with 120-Hz OLED and an RTX 4050 LaptopGPU 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 | 14.50" | 1.6 kgAndreas Osthoff, 10 Jan 2025 18:32
CES 2025 | HP showcases the OmniBook Ultra Flip with 14-inch 120 Hz OLED touchscreen and up to Intel Core Ultra 9 288V HP has showcased its latest 2-in-1 convertible laptop, the OmniBook Ultra Flip, at CES 2025. The convertible machine features a 120 Hz OLED touchscreen panel, an Intel Core Ultra 9 288V chipset, 32 GB of RAM, and a 64 Wh battery. ...Abhinav Fating, 06 Jan 2025 20:45
86% Asus Vivobook S 14 OLED Review: Affordable, quieter, and long lasting thanks to Lunar LakeIntel 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 | Intel Arc Graphics 130V | 14.00" | 1.3 kgAndreas Osthoff, 03 Jan 2025 17:53
Intel Arc B580 Limited Edition desktop GPU review: Intel's answer to AMD Radeon RX and Nvidia GeForce RTXSuccess with more VRAM? With the Arc B580 Limited Edition, Intel continues its offensive on the GPU market and directly targets price-conscious gamers. At an attractive price of 249 US...Intel Core i9-14900K | Intel Arc B580 | 788 gSebastian Bade, 01 Jan 2025 03:52
81% Acer Predator Triton Neo 16 review: A premium laptop with an RTX 4070 for gamers and creatorsBrilliant display. While the Nitro V 16 that we tested recently only impressed us a limited amount due to its poor display, the Predator Triton Neo 16 cut a much better figure. We put the 16-inch gamer with a Meteor Lake CPU and a GeForce RTX 4070 to the test.Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU | 16.00" | 2 kgFlorian Glaser, 30 Dec 2024 16:36
86% Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 laptop review - The large OLED convertible benefits from Intel Lunar LakeNow a Copilot+ PC. Samsung has given its large 16-inch Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 convertible the latest Lunar Lake processor from Intel, which comes with lots of advantages. Apart from this, the device continues to boast a slim case as well as an impressive 120-Hz AMOLED display.Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Intel Arc Graphics 130V | 16.00" | 1.7 kgAndreas Osthoff, 28 Dec 2024 18:47
84% Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable G2 review: The versatile laptop-tablet hybrid for everyday business useNever change a running system. The Lenovo ThinkPad X12 G2 business Windows detachable is designed to be particularly flexible. It allows users to work either in laptop mode or without a keyboard dock in tablet mode and offers long runtimes. A stylus for the touchscreen is also included. We put the flexibility promises to the test.Intel Core Ultra 5 134U | Intel Graphics 4-Core iGPU (Arc) | 12.30" | 1.1 kgChristian Hintze, 24 Dec 2024 12:41
83% Schenker Key 14 review - 100 W RTX 4060 in a compact multimedia laptopSmall but powerful. With the Key 14, Schenker has a compact 14-inch notebook in its range that features a pre-calibrated 120 Hz display and a choice of fast dedicated graphics cards from Nvidia. We tested the SKU built around the GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop with a TGP of 100 watts.Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 14.00" | 1.7 kgAndreas Osthoff, 20 Dec 2024 12:28
MaxSun Intel Arc B580 spotted online with integrated NVMe SSD slots; company promises to share more information soonA Bilibili user got their hands on an intriguing Intel Arc B580 prototype. The MaxSun-made GPU comes with two NVMe SSD slots. While the graphics card in question is a prototype, an official launch is not too far off. Anil Ganti, 19 Dec 2024 18:53
Intel Arc B580 sells out amid high demand; weekly restocks plannedIntel's Arc B580 "Battlemage" GPU has become a surprise hit, selling out quickly at $250. With 12GB VRAM and competitive performance against RTX 4060 and RX 7600, it marks a turnaround for Intel's graphics division after previousl...Nathan Ali, 18 Dec 2024 19:01
Arc B580 power consumption: Battlemage GPU seemingly improves upon Arc A580 but RTX 4060 still reigns supremeThe Intel Arc B580 Battlemage GPU has debuted to glowing reviews with the reviewers praising the card's price/perf. However, despite the Arc B580's raw performance, the GPU lags behind the RTX 4060 in power consumption.Fawad Murtaza, 13 Dec 2024 14:27
Intel Arc B580 vs Arc A770 gaming test appears online: Battlemage GPU offers better ray tracing performanceThe Intel Arc B580 is scheduled to go on sale starting December 13. When the card officially lands, gamers can expect a good budget GPU with improved ray tracing performance over the Arc A770 as shown by a gaming test that has app...Fawad Murtaza, 12 Dec 2024 11:40
Intel Arc B580 vs RTX 4060: Battlemage GPU touted to perform up to 10% faster than RTX card in latest leakThe Intel Arc B580 is a $249 GPU that might bring some much-needed excitement back to the budget gaming segment. This is due to the card's 12 GB of VRAM and the advertised performance. Team Blue claims that the Arc B580 performs b...Fawad Murtaza, 11 Dec 2024 11:54
Intel Arc B580 trades blows with Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 and AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT in leaked 3D Mark Time Spy benchmarkThe Intel Arc B580 has been tested on 3D Mark Time Spy. Its overall, graphics, and CPU scores are 15,551, 14,719 and 22,881 points, respectively. This gives credence to Intel's marketing claims about it outperforming Nvidia mid-ra...Anil Ganti, 11 Dec 2024 03:26
Intel Arc B580 Battlemage GPU outperforms RX 7600 XT and Arc A580 by double-digit margins in synthetic benchmarksThe Intel Arc B580 has appeared on Geekbench, resulting in a set of OpenCL and Vulkan benchmarks. The synthetic tests put the Arc B580 comfortably ahead of the Arc A580. The Battlemage GPU also appears to outperform the RX 7600 an...Fawad Murtaza, 10 Dec 2024 11:09
Bloodbath for GPUs with less than 12 GB VRAM: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle hammers cards like RTX 4060/TiIndiana Jones and the Great Circle is the latest game to show that VRAM-limited GPUs are not feasible for the current and upcoming AAA titles. The case is doubly worse for 8 GB cards like the RTX 4060 and RX 7600 that fail to even...Fawad Murtaza, 06 Dec 2024 13:49
Intel Arc B580 goes up for pre-order in the USThe Intel Arc B580 is now available to pre-order in the US ahead of the card's release on December 13. While Intel claimed that its Battlemage G21-based GPU would be available for $249, it seems that Intel is allowing its partners...Alex Alderson, 05 Dec 2024 17:38
Intel Arc B580 and Arc B570: New desktop graphics cards announced with affordable price tagsIntel has officially shown off its Arc B580 and Arc B570 desktop graphics cards. Both are mid-range offerings that aim to compete with Nvidia's GeForce RTX 4060 at a fraction of its price. Anil Ganti, 03 Dec 2024 15:32
Mouth-watering Arc B580 and Arc B570 price/perf on cards as Arc Battlemage and RDNA 4 Navi 44 GPUs to outrun RTX 4060 TiKnown Chinese leaker Golden Pig Upgrade has revealed the possible performance of the upcoming Intel Arc B580, Arc B570, and AMD's RDNA 4 Navi 44 GPUs. If the leak ends up being accurate, Intel's Battlemage cards will offer enticin...Fawad Murtaza, 02 Dec 2024 14:47
Intel Arc B580 and Arc B570 desktop GPUs to be unveiled on December 3Intel plans to show off its next generation of desktop graphics cards on December 3. Subsequently, the Arc B580 and Arc B570 will be available for purchase on December 12. Anil Ganti, 29 Nov 2024 08:21
Intel Arc Battlemage is not the end as Arc Celestial and Arc Druid desktop GPUs are reportedly still under developmentDespite many reports to the contrary, Intel is reportedly not giving up on its desktop discrete GPU dreams. The company is gearing up to follow the next-gen Arc Battlemage boards, which will be available to buy soon, with Arc Cele...Fawad Murtaza, 28 Nov 2024 12:25