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ASUS ROG gaming laptops show a computer is more than its components
The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 18 gaming laptop is highlighted as an exemplar of comprehensive design, emphasizing that a computer's performance extends beyond individual components. It showcases advanced thermal management and component integration to maximize gaming and demanding workloads like AI and 3D rendering.
The RedMagic Astra 2 is undeniably powerful, but it might need some help to stick the landing
The RedMagic Astra 2 gaming tablet offers a powerful performance boost with its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip and improved liquid cooling, building on its predecessor's strengths. However, concerns about thermal throttling during intensive use, a similar design, and an inflated price tag make it a less compelling purchase compared to previous models, especially given the limited competition in the compact OLED gaming tablet market.
Best Gaming Cellphones for 2026
This guide ranks the best gaming smartphones for 2026, focusing on sustained performance, thermal management, and gaming-specific features. The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro takes the top spot, followed by the RedMagic 11 Pro and ZTE Nubia Z80 Ultra, with other notable mentions including the OnePlus 15 and Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max.
MSI says its refreshed Raider gaming laptops have been designed to combat the one thing I hate most about portable PCs:…
MSI has refreshed its Raider and Crosshair gaming laptop lines with a focus on reducing fan noise. The company redesigned the motherboards for a more compact layout, allowing for larger fans that can maintain airflow at lower RPMs. This, along with optimized fan curves, aims to keep noise below 50 dBA during gaming and reduce distracting RPM spikes. The redesign also results in slimmer chassis depths for improved portability.
