Reviews

Dell Precision 14 3490 review – Quiet Power for Professionals on the Go

The Dell Precision 14 3490 is the smaller version of the Precision 3590 that we already reviewed. The latter is a good office machine with pleasant comfort under load. The 3490 model is offered with…

July 31, 2023

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[Video Review] Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro X (14, Gen 7) – More balanced than the Intel version

[Intro] Having already reviewed the Intel version of the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro X, we’re wondering how much of a change will AMD hardware have on the device, as the rest is pretty much…

July 31, 2023

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MSI Bravo 15 C7U review – well-performing device with good cooling and refreshed Zen 3+ CPUs

Good budget gaming laptops are a rare find nowadays. These kinds of machines still exist but they are slowly being replaced by devices with not-so-powerful hardware and a high price for the class. Not all…

July 31, 2023

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How to open the ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602) – disassembly and upgrade options

 1. Unscrewing the Back Panel To start, undo the 10 Phillips-head screws on the back of the ASUS ExpertBook B5 OLED (B5602) laptop using an appropriate screwdriver. These screws are holding the back panel…

July 28, 2023

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[Video Review] MSI Pulse 15 (B13V) – It’s in a good place for 2023

[Intro] The MSI Pulse 15 has never been a top-tier mid-range gaming laptop that we can recommend in a heartbeat, however, 2023 could be the year when MSI finally steps up. We know they can…

July 28, 2023

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Lenovo Legion Slim 7i / S7 (16″ Intel, Gen 8) review – surprisingly powerful thin gaming laptop

Lenovo is on a charge with their Slim lineup of gaming devices. We already have a review of the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i Gen 8 (16″ Intel, 2023) which is a surprisingly good not-so-thick gaming…

July 27, 2023

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[Video Review] Lenovo Legion Pro 7 (16, 2023) – NO compromises and ALL the performance

[Intro] 2023 has already seen gaming laptops become bigger and bolder. However, while everyone is going all in on 18-inch displays, Lenovo is bringing all the performance of Raptor Lake’s 55W HX-series processors and the…

July 27, 2023

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[Comparison] NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 (Laptop, 140W) vs GeForce RTX 3060 (Laptop, 140W) – The 3060 is worth considering

NVIDIA’s got that vice grip on the laptop GPU market, and with AMD’s presence being as small as it is (we’re still having trouble finding any laptops with RX 7000-series graphics to test), Team Green…

July 27, 2023

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How to open Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18-71) – disassembly and upgrade options

For all the money that Acer is asking for its Predator Helios 18 (PH18-71), and believe us, it’s quite a lot (you can check prices and availability in our Specs System), it sure delivers a…

July 26, 2023

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[Comparison] AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS vs Intel Core i7-13700H – The lower TDP doesn’t hurt at all

No more 45W CPUs it seems, as AMD is going for both 35W and 55W processors, if we’re to look at the 2023 lineup. Today we have the Ryzen 9 7940HS, which looks to combine…

July 26, 2023

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[Video Review] Dell Precision 17 7770 – Needs new cooling ASAP

[Intro] While there are smaller and more portable workstations, today we’re having none of that. Instead, here’s the Dell Precision 17 7770, a larger machine with the power for heavy projects and tough work. It’s…

July 26, 2023

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Lenovo Yoga Slim 6i (14, Gen 8, 14IAP8) review – thin and light machine with Alder Lake P-series CPU options

The Lenovo Yoga devices are already popular. The manufacturer is offering many laptops in different price categories and in this article we’ll show you the not-so-expensive Lenovo Yoga Slim 6i (14″, Gen 8, 14IAP8). Ah,…

July 26, 2023

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How to open the Lenovo LOQ (15″ Intel, 2023) – disassembly and upgrade options

1. Removing the Back Plastic Shroud To begin disassembling the Lenovo LOQ (15″ Intel, 2023), you first need to remove the back plastic shroud. This is held in place by four Phillips-head screws. Use a…

July 26, 2023

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[Video Review] HP Spectre x360 16 (16-f1000) – Impressive Creator machine

[Intro] Large convertibles don’t really make a lot of sense, however, that didn’t stop HP from putting everything and the kitchen sink inside the Spectre x360 16, including a very powerful Core i7-12700H. How does…

July 25, 2023

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[Comparison] AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX vs Intel Core i7-12700H – A quick warmup for AMD

Last year AMD took a big beating, but will Zen 4 finally punch back and be a worthwhile competitor to Intel? Today we’re answering the question by comparing the new AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX against…

July 25, 2023

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How to open the Dell XPS 15 9530 review – disassembly and upgrade options

1. Unscrewing the Back Panel To access the internals of the Dell XPS 15 9530 laptop, begin by undoing the 8 Torx-head screws on the back. You’ll need a specific Torx screwdriver to do this.…

July 24, 2023

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[Video Review] Dell Latitude 14 5431 – The more performance is greatly appreciated

[Intro] The Dell Latitude 14 5431 is exactly what we want to see from the 14-inch laptop market, especially those devices that don’t want to be the thinnest and lightest. The Latitude focuses solely on…

July 24, 2023

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Tenda TX2 Pro review – nicely priced entry-level Wi-Fi 6 router loaded with useful features

If you aren’t a power user and you just need an Internet connection in your home (or small office) investing in an expensive high-end router is a total overkill. Most people are just browsing the…

July 20, 2023

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[Video Review] Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 4 – Is Lenovo going overboard with the comfort

[Intro] How has it already been 4 years, since the establishment of the ThinkBook brand? Time flies when you’re having fun and after warming up for a bit, now the brand is attracting more and…

July 20, 2023

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Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 (15.0) review – decent package of features and performance but it’s too expensive for what it is

When you hear about Microsoft, perhaps the first thing that comes to mind is Windows. The software giant is well-known for its popular OS and for the last few years, the company is offering its…

July 20, 2023

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Acer Aspire 5 (A515-48M) review – good performer with Zen 3 CPUs and long battery life

In most cases, the Acer Aspire laptops impress buyers with pleasant prices while the performance and the goodies of these machines are around average levels. It looks like the manufacturer wants to change that because…