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What is a System-on-Chip (SoC)?
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QRD A quick explainer of Systems-on-Chip and what they mean for Windows laptops.
If Qualcomm really wants to beat Apple it needs an 'X Ultra' to challenge the M3 Max, but will it make one?
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Windows on Arm Qualcomm has said nothing about a third performance tier for its Snapdragon X platform, but something more powerful than the X Elite would help it compete with Apple's M-series ARM CPUs.
What is Snapdragon X Plus? A look at Qualcomm's more affordable Arm laptop processor.
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X Plus Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X Plus is a more affordable alternative to the X Elite for Windows on Arm devices.
Thunderbolt 4 vs. Thunderbolt 3 vs. USB4 vs. USB 3: All the differences detailed
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Plug it in Thunderbolt and USB are everywhere, but the differences between connectivity standards aren't always clear. We explain what these technologies can do and what you can expect going forward.
Do you need 5G in a laptop?
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Internet everywhere Need to keep in touch wherever you go? A 5G connection in your laptop can solve your issues.
HP's refreshed OMEN 17 for 2024 is a Ryzen-powered AI PC with strong gaming chops
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AI PC HP has announced a new OMEN 17 gaming laptop for 2024, complete with Ryzen 8040 HS CPUs with NPU, NVIDIA RTX discrete laptop graphics, and a Copilot key on the keyboard.
Leaked renders of the first PC with Snapdragon X Elite CPU showcase a sexy Lenovo laptop
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First look Nothing is confirmed, but this could be our first look at a Snapdragon X Elite PC.
Laptop vs. handheld: Which portable device should you choose for PC gaming?
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Tough decision Can't decide between a slick new laptop and a versatile handheld? We can help you get the right hardware for PC gaming.
Intel's next-gen Lunar Lake CPUs will be able to run Microsoft's Copilot AI locally thanks to 45 TOPS NPU performance
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Race to the TOPS The new CPUs are expected to deliver more than 100 TOPS total, smashing Meteor Lake's 34 TOPS capability.
A mix of AI-enhanced Acer gaming laptops packed with the latest Intel and AMD processors are headed our way
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AI loves PC gaming Acer has announced four new gaming laptops for 2024, including the all-new Predator Helios Neo 14 with Intel Core Ultra H-series CPUs complete with NPU for AI enhancements.
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