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The most desirable RTX Spark laptop, but not for your average PC gamer
The Asus ProArt P16 is a desirable laptop with genuine gaming chops, excellent local AI support, and serious creative power, but its high price and some quality control issues make it unsuitable for the average PC gamer. While it offers impressive performance for an Arm-based device, compatibility issues with anti-cheat software limit its gaming prowess, making it a better fit for creators and AI enthusiasts who also game.
Now we know the prices of the new RTX Spark laptops and they're as expensive as I'm sure you feared
Nvidia's new RTX Spark laptops, designed for local AI processing, are launching with prices ranging from $2,600 to $7,000 due to high memory requirements. The high cost and un-upgradeable unified memory configurations make the entry-level models difficult to justify compared to existing hardware, though higher-end configurations offer more substantial memory pools.
The best gaming tech we've reviewed in September 2026
This article rounds up the best gaming technology reviewed in September 2026, featuring top-rated cases for the Nintendo Switch 2, gaming chairs, and two notable gaming laptops: the Alienware 16X Aurora with its OLED display and the Asus ROG Strix Scar 18. Several controllers were also tested, including the 8BitDo FlipPad and GameSir Super Nova.
There is only one thing wrong with this Lenovo laptop, but it's a biggy
The Lenovo Legion 5 laptop features an outstanding OLED display and premium aesthetics at an affordable price. However, its single-channel RAM configuration significantly hinders performance in memory-intensive tasks and gaming, a drawback not present in competing MSI and Asus models. While the display is a major positive, the RAM limitation is a substantial negative for users seeking high frame rates or demanding applications.
Acer Project DualPlay Mini concept hands-on: Flipping from powerful handheld to powerful tiny laptop
Acer's Project DualPlay Mini is an intriguing concept device that functions as both a powerful handheld gaming PC and a tiny laptop. The 2-in-1 design offers versatility for users seeking both portable gaming and productivity.
Acer's Project DualPlay Mini is gaming handheld that becomes a tiny laptop
Acer has unveiled Project DualPlay Mini, a new device that functions as both a gaming handheld and a compact laptop. The device aims to combine portable gaming with productivity features.
The Dell 14S is yet another cheap laptop chasing the MacBook Neo
Dell has released a new budget laptop, the Dell 14S, which is positioned as a competitor to the MacBook Neo. The article suggests that while it aims to match the MacBook Neo, it is still a budget option.
The new Framework 12 laptop's secret weapon is its battery life courtesy of Intel's Wildcat Lake
Framework has updated its two-in-one Framework Laptop 12 with Intel's new low-power Wildcat Lake processors, significantly improving battery life by up to 70% for streaming. The updated model also includes Wi-Fi 7, a backlit keyboard, and pre-installed Fedora Linux, starting at $549.
HP Omnibook X (2026) review: Nailing the basics
The HP Omnibook X (2026) review highlights its strong performance in core functionalities, noting that while it may not be the most visually striking device, it excels in nearly every aspect. The laptop is praised for nailing the basics.
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition review: A capable ultralight laptop that's way too expensive
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition is a capable ultralight laptop with several appealing features. However, its current price point is considered too high, making it a questionable value proposition.
It seems like AMD's Zen 6 LP CPU cores will be a mixture of architectures going all the way back to Zen 2
AMD's upcoming Zen 6 low-power CPUs will reportedly combine elements from various Zen architectures, including Zen 2, Zen 3, Zen 4, and Zen 5, to create a unique "collage CPU." This design aims to optimize performance and power efficiency for devices like laptops and gaming handhelds.
Framework Laptop 13 Pro review: A repairable notebook at the top of the class
The Framework Laptop 13 Pro is a top-tier Windows laptop praised for its repairability, though its current price point is considered high. It stands out in its class for its design and build quality.
Hardware Reviews
Reviews for the Keychron R5 keyboard and the Framework Laptop 13 Pro are featured. The Framework Laptop 13 Pro is noted for improved battery life but a higher price point, and also for its clean design.
Beautiful design and brutal pricing, the Framework 13 Pro is a very 2026 laptop
The Framework 13 Pro laptop features Intel's Panther Lake Core Ultra Series 3 processor, offering stellar performance and battery life with a beautifully crafted, upgradeable chassis. However, its high price, particularly due to expensive LPCAMM2 memory, and a slightly ghosty screen are notable drawbacks.
Hardware Reviews
This article features reviews of various hardware components, including Noctua AiOs for CPU, GPU, and SSD cooling, highlighting their performance. It also includes a review of the Asus TUF Gaming A18 laptop.
Asus ZenBook A16 review
The Asus ZenBook A16, featuring the new Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme CPU, offers impressive processing power and a high-quality OLED screen, but its integrated Adreno GPU limits its gaming capabilities. While it handles lighter titles and older games well at medium to low settings, it falls short for demanding modern games. The laptop is a strong productivity device with exceptional battery life, though its price and the GPU's limitations make it a mediocre choice for dedicated gamers.
The Dell XPS 13 laptop is available starting today
The Dell XPS 13 laptop is now available for purchase starting at $599. This marks the official release of the new model.
Samsung expands its Galaxy Book 6 lineup with a Snapdragon X2 Elite-powered model
Samsung has expanded its Galaxy Book 6 lineup with a new model powered by the Snapdragon X2 Elite processor. This new variant, named the Galaxy Book 6 Edge, comes equipped with 1TB of storage and 16GB of RAM, and is priced at $2,100.
AMD just proved what everyone already knew about Apple Macbook Neo
AMD has demonstrated that the Apple MacBook Neo is largely unsuitable for PC gaming, with only five out of twenty tested popular PC games running natively. In contrast, a budget Windows laptop with an AMD Ryzen 5 220 processor could run all twenty games. This comparison was highlighted in an AMD promotion emphasizing the gaming capabilities of its Ryzen AI processors.
Hardware Reviews
This article features reviews of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 CPU and the GIGABYTE AERO X16 laptop. The CPU review focuses on its maximum cache performance, while the laptop review highlights its AMD Strix Point processor, low weight, and NVIDIA graphics.