The forces urging you to update to Windows 11 are growing — but are things as dire as they appear? Things may not be as bad as they seem. Laptop · Jun 4, 2025
GPU frequency overclocking world record broken using integrated Intel graphics — Arrow Lake outpaces discrete GPUs in clock speed competition SkatterBencher has broken the GPU frequency world record, previously held by an RTX 4090, with Arrow Lake's built-in iGPU pushed to 4.25 GHz. Tom’s Hardware · Jun 4, 2025
Console UX on a Windows PC gaming handheld? 'Winhanced' wants to beat Microsoft and Xbox to the punch. Winhanced might not yet be ready for the prime time, but if you're an enthusiast, the community-led project is aiming to beat Xbox to the UX punch on Windows 11. Windows Central · Jun 4, 2025
One of Microsoft's biggest hardware partners joins its "bold strategy, Cotton" moment over upgrading to Windows 11, suggesting everyone just buys a Copilot+ PC Laptop makers will always want to sell new laptops, but the impending end of life of Windows 10 is leading to the most tone-deaf of marketing. Windows Central · Jun 4, 2025
AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT graphics card roundup: Every announced card from every AIB partner We've put together a list of all partner models of the RX 9060 XT, featuring models from Gigabyte, XFX, Sapphire Asus and ASRock. Tom’s Hardware · Jun 3, 2025
Medion Erazer Beast 16 X1 Ultimate review: what a beast This beast of a gaming laptop surprised me with some smart design touches T3 · Jun 3, 2025
Meta Quest 4 reportedly delayed until 2027 – and we could see a whole new kind of Meta VR headset And maybe Asus and Lenovo's VR efforts will break cover TechRadar · Jun 3, 2025
Can’t upgrade your laptop to Windows 11? Asus joins Microsoft’s campaign urging you to buy a new Copilot+ PC, and I’m not sure that’s wise Buy a new Copilot+ PC, Asus urges us, sweeping some vital issues under the computing carpet. TechRadar · Jun 2, 2025
AMD Ryzen AI Max Geekbench scores reveal a power drop in 300-series APUs An HP ZBook Ultra 14 G1a featuring the more budget-friendly APU has been benchmarked on Geekbench 6 with results uploaded to the Geekbench archives. Laptop · Jun 2, 2025
Asus ROG Pelta review The ROG Delta, but with a 'P', offers surprisingly robust audio and comfort at a reasonable price tag. PC Gamer · Jun 2, 2025
You can fit an SSD on this graphics card that has a USB Type-C connector, but I am not a fan of its fake wood finish Asus ProArt RTX 5080 introduces USB-C and M.2 SSD support, targeting creators, but its controversial wood finish and unclear performance trade-offs stir skepticism. TechRadar · Jun 1, 2025
More affordable Strix Halo model emerges — Early Ryzen AI Max 385 Geekbench result reveals an eight-core option AMD's octacore Ryzen AI Max 385 has made its debut on Geekbench, powering HP's ZBook Ultra G1a laptop, though initial performance metrics aren't as impressive as we expected. Tom’s Hardware · Jun 1, 2025
Best multi-screen monitors to supersize your setup for productivity and gaming Big screen hero, Stuart Pritchard, selects a HD handful of multi-screen models to aid in the office and the online arena… Evening Standard · Jun 1, 2025
Microsoft Postpones Xbox Handheld Launch to Prioritise Enhancements for Windows 11 on Portable Devices Microsoft delays its first-party Xbox handheld launch to concentrate on optimising Windows 11 for handheld gaming devices, as the Asus 'Project Kennan' nears release. International Business Times UK · May 31, 2025
Tom’s Guide · May 31, 2025 I spent a month with the RTX 5080-equipped Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 — here's why it falls short The 2025 Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 has all the makings of a stylish, powerful gaming laptop, but its performance surprisingly falls short of expectations.
Laptop · May 30, 2025 Microsoft wants to win the handheld gaming war by no longer making one Microsoft's rumored first-party Xbox handheld may take longer to arrive than expected. The company has paused development on the Xbox handheld to focus on Windows 11 optimization.
Windows Central · May 30, 2025 Microsoft was right to park the Xbox handheld for 'Kennan' and Windows 11 PC gaming — as much as it pains me to admit SteamOS has presented Windows with its first credible challenge in decades, and Microsoft needs to rise to the occasion.
TechRadar · May 30, 2025 Xbox handheld reportedly delayed so Microsoft can focus on making Windows handhelds compete with SteamOS Valve's SteamOS success has seemingly urged Microsoft to work on Windows 11 and its optimization, in time for its new Xbox and Asus handheld collaboration.
Digital Camera World · May 30, 2025 Asus ProArt P16 2025 review: a stunningly powerful laptop for creatives The Asus ProArt P16 is a powerful laptop with processing performance that rivals desktop computers.
Tom’s Hardware · May 30, 2025 Microsoft shelves first-party Xbox handheld to work on Windows 11 portable performance Windows Central reports that Microsoft has postponed work on its own Xbox handheld in favor of enhancing Windows 11's handheld gaming support.
Laptop · May 30, 2025 Skip the Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 — here are 3 budget-friendly 2-in-1 laptops with great battery life The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 let me down in one critical area, but luckily there are better options for your money. Here are the top 3 alternatives with better battery life.
Player One · May 30, 2025 Xbox Handheld Plans Are Now Reportedly Paused as Microsoft Wants to Prioritize Windows 11 Gaming Microsoft have other pressing concerns and has reportedly tabled plans for an Xbox handheld device.
Windows Central · May 29, 2025 EXCLUSIVE: Xbox's first-party handheld has been sidelined (for now), as Microsoft doubles down on 'Kennan' and Windows 11 PC gaming optimization Xbox's handheld ambitions continue unabated, but the focus is shifting towards improving Windows 11 for third-party handhelds — for now. The Xbox Series X successor is safe, with development continuing at full pace.
Laptop · May 29, 2025 The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 gets all the basics right, except one The Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 has a few strengths for its relatively affordable price, but they come at the cost of seriously weak battery life, which will be a deal breaker for many.
The Independent UK · May 29, 2025 6 best student laptops for studying, streaming and more, tested by a tech expert My top picks of portable and powerful student laptops are class acts