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Asus’ new super-thin ZenBook laptops gain OLED screens and Intel 11th-gen chips

Asus brings a sweeping update to its ZenBooks that refines the design and upgrades the internals with Intel's latest 11th-generation processors.
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Intel unveils 11th-gen Tiger Lake specs, revealing huge upgrade to clock speed

Intel has finally unveiled the details on its 11th-gen Tiger Lake processors, which boast huge gains in clock speed and graphics.
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Nvidia’s $1,500 RTX 3090 graphics card can play games in 8K at 60 FPS

Nvidia has officially announced the next era of RTX graphics cards -- the RTX 3090, 3080, and 3070, all running on the new Ampere architecture.
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Apple may revive the ill-fated 12-inch MacBook, and the stakes are sky-high

After being discontinued, rumors point toward an Apple Silicon version of the 12-inch MacBook making a comeback -- including its problematic butterfly keyboard.
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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 review: AMD’s flagship laptop?

As impressive as AMD's Ryzen 4000 processors are, it's always needed a proper flagship laptop to showcase its potential. Is that the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7?
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Lenovo’s futuristic Yoga 9i laptops are a gorgeous blend of glass and leather

Lenovo's latest laptops, the Yoga 9i and IdeaPad Slim 9i, use a futuristic combination of glass and leather, and don't even include a physical touchpad.
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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 review: The legacy continues

The ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 5 is the latest 2-in-1 ThinkPad from Lenovo, now updated with the latest internals. It also sports the tried-and-true ThinkPad design.
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MacBook Pro 13 vs. MacBook Pro 16

When it comes to MacBook Pro 13 vs. MacBook Pro 16, which one is right for you? We take a deep dive into the models to help you find the best MacBook Pro.
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iMac 5K 27-inch (2020) review: An old dog learns a few new tricks

Apple Silicon Macs are coming, which puts the new Intel 5K iMac in a strange position. It may be one of the last of its kind, but is it worth buying anyway?
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Intel claims Tiger Lake chips will make historic leap in performance. Here’s how

Intel is making some monumental claims about its upcoming 11th-gen Tiger Lake processors. Here's how Intel claims it's made such a massive leap forward.
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Watch out, Nvidia. Intel Xe GPUs will finally target gamers in 2021

Intel has announced that a discrete graphics card specifically targeted toward gaming PCs is in the works and will launch sometime in 2021.
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Asus ROG Strix G15 review: The gaming laptop that glows

The ROG Strix G15's glowing footprint makes it stands out, as does its affordable 144Hz refresh rate. Is this the budget gaming laptop to buy?
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MSI GS66 Stealth review: A value Razer alternative

The Razer Blade has one major competitor in the thin-and-light gaming laptop sector: The MSI GS66 Stealth. Can MSI beat Razer at its own game?
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AMD brings Ryzen 4000G to prebuilt desktops from HP, Lenovo, more

AMD has announced a new series for Ryzen 4000 processors, this time designed for prebuilt desktop systems. Can its success in laptops now translate to desktop?
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Razer Blade 15 buying guide: How to choose GPU, display, and more

The Razer Blade is the best gaming laptop you can buy. But with three different editions and multiple configurations of each, here's what to keep in mind.
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AMD launches Threadripper Pro in the first 64-core professional workstation

AMD has announced a new line of Threadripper Pro processors, which are set to launch exclusively in the first 64-core workstation, the Lenovo ThinkStation P620.
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Razer Blade 15 (2020) review: 300Hz for the win

The Razer Blade has inspired hordes of imitators. The 2020 model adds better performance and slight design tweaks, but does it still stand out from the pack?
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Dell’s XPS 15 now comes in Arctic White, and it’s seriously gorgeous

Dell has announced a new color option for the XPS 15, featuring a light silver lid and all-white palm rests. It's a refreshing change from black and silver.
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Dell XPS 17 buying guide: Here’s what you must know before opening your wallet

The Dell XPS 17 is the largest, most powerful, and most expensive XPS laptop ever. But how should you configure it? Here's everything you need to know.
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Dell XPS 17 review: Leaving the MacBook Pro 16 in the dust

The Dell XPS 17 is the largest, most powerful, and most expensive XPS laptop ever made. Will it kick off a resurgence of powerful 17-inch laptops?
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Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5 review: A $410 laptop done right

Cheap Chromebooks are a dime a dozen these days. But how about one that feels like it's worth twice the cost? Enter the Lenovo Chromebook Flex 5.
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Dell XPS 15 buying guide 2020: How to choose processor, RAM, display, and more

The new Dell XPS 15 is fantastic, though the number of configuration options can be overwhelming. From choosing processors to display options, start here.
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Acer Predator Helios 300 hands-on review: More power, same price

The Predator Helios 300 is one of the most popular gaming laptops on Amazon, and this year's update brings even more performance to the package.
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What to expect from WWDC 2020: iOS 14, a new iMac, and more

WWDC is one of the biggest tech events of the year, and though it'll be online only, plenty of product announcements are expected. iOS 14, a new iMac, and more.
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Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 review: Dual-screen gaming in your lap

You've never seen a gaming laptop like the ROG Zephyrus Duo 15. With a second screen tilted up at an angle, it's one of the most unique gaming laptops ever.
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Dell XPS 15 (9500) review: Best 15-inch laptop you can buy

Every aspect of the new Dell XPS 15 has been redesigned, and yet the look still feels distinctly XPS. Is this still the best laptop for creative professionals?
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Dell G5 SE gaming laptop review: Peak AMD

The Dell G5 SE is the first gaming laptop to feature the latest AMD graphics cards and processors. Does AMD's SmartShift tech elevate this budget gaming laptop?
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Apple MacBook Pro 13 (Intel, 2020) review: The hobbyist

The latest 13-inch MacBook Pro features updated processors, a revamped keyboard, and some confusing configurations. So, does it earn in its pro designation?
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Microsoft Surface Book 3 review: Graphics unleashed

Microsoft's most adventurous laptop, the Surface Book 3, has been upgraded with extra power under the hood. Is that enough to keep this aging design fresh?
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Nvidia’s DGX A100 system packs a record five petaFLOPS of power

Nvidia unveiled its Ampere graphics architecture and its most powerful computer yet: The DGX A100. Costing $199,000, this isn't a system made for gamers.
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Exclusive: The story behind the XPS 17, Dell’s largest and most powerful laptop

Seventeen-inch laptops are nearly extinct. With the new XPS 17 model, Dell is looking to change that. Here's how and why it's starting a big-laptop revival.
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Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: The awkward teenager

The Surface Go 2 makes marginal steps toward being a true iPad competitor, but is it enough to grow out of its awkward teenager phase? Sadly, the answer is no.
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Acer Swift 3 (2020) review: An 8-core Ryzen laptop for $650

The Acer Swift 3 now comes in a Ryzen 4000 edition, and it just might be the most powerful budget laptop ever made. Our review walks you through the highlights.
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AMD’s new chipset drops support for older CPUs to prepare for Ryzen’s future

AMD has announced that its new B550 chipset will not support older generations of Ryzen chips. It's a line in the sand for the next era of AMD's processors.