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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold review: A foldable screen fever dream

The ThinkPad X1 Fold is the first of its kind -- a laptop with a foldable screen and removable keyboard. It's certainly unique, but is there more to it?
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Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch M1 review: The iPhone of laptops

The new MacBook Pro 13-inch features Apple's new M1 chip, making these laptops more like iPhones than traditional laptops.
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Staff Picks: DT’s favorite computing tech of 2020

PCs have never been more important. This year featured everything from game-changing processor performance to world-class laptop designs. These are my favorite.
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Dell unveils a new XPS 13, and it’s now way more powerful

Dell launched a new version of the XPS 13, along with an XPS 13 2-in-1, and XPS 13 Developer Edition.
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Lenovo Legion Y27q-20 monitor review: 1440p gaming done right

It's great time to upgrade to a high-resolution, high refresh rate gaming monitor. Is the Lenovo Legion Y27q-20 worth your money?
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AMD’s Ryzen C-series ups the ante on Chromebook performance

To support the massive growth in high-end Chromebooks, AMD is bringing Ryzen processors to Chromebooks for the first time.
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Intel 11th-gen Tiger Lake review: An impressive comeback

After testing the first Intel reference model for 11th-gen Tiger Lake, it's clear that Intel is staging a comeback against AMD.
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Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 review: A bright future for PC gaming

Consoles have stolen the attention of the gaming world, but Nvidia's RTX 3080 proves that the future of PC gaming is bright.
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All laptops are now gaming laptops

Thanks to the dramatic rise of powerful integrated graphics, laptops are about to become far better at gaming.
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How Intel and MSI collaborated to craft its new Summit series of laptops

Speaking with Intel and MSI, we have the behind-the-scenes story behind the new Summit series of laptops -- systems unlike any MSI has ever made.
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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.