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Maxwell Goes Mobile: First GeForce GTX 970M BenchmarksOct 7, 2014 - in News
Nvidia introduces its second-gen Maxwell architecture to mobile, where the efficient GM204 graphics processor has a chance to show its core advantages.
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MSI GT60 2PC Dominator Review: A Fast Notebook With Battery BoostJun 18, 2014 - in Reviews
MSI's new GT60 2PC Dominator outperforms the company's previous-gen GT60 2OC thanks to a new CPU, new GPU, and triple-monitor Surround technology. We compare both configurations, add up the differences, and gauge the effect of Nvidia's Battery Boost.
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GeForce GTX 880M, 870M, And 860M: Mobile GPUs, TestedApr 23, 2014 - in Reviews
Nvidia is in the process of rolling out its GeForce GTX 800M-series graphics modules. Despite the new name, we're still looking at GK104-based GPUs. One thing is for sure, though: the processor is running faster than ever. We benchmark three models.
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GeForce GTX 780M, 770M, And 765M: Scaling Vs. Radeon HD 8970MFeb 4, 2014 - in Reviews
We already have a really good idea how desktop-bound graphics cards perform. But what about the mobile hardware typically derived from those same GPUs? We test four identically-configured notebooks and show how they scale in six popular games.
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Eurocom Panther 5D Notebook Review: Faster Than Your DesktopDec 4, 2013 - in Reviews
There's a good chance that Eurocom's Panther 5D notebook is faster than your desktop. The sample we're reviewing sports a six-core Core i7-3970X, two GeForce GTX 680M modules in SLI, 32 GB of DDR3-1600, and three 256 GB SSDs. Talk about a beast!
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Ultrabook: Behind How Intel is Remaking Mobile ComputingAug 1, 2013 - in Reviews
We recently had the opportunity to sit down with some of Intel's high-level execs responsible for the Ultrabook initiative to talk about its inception, to track its progress over a few generations, and to get an idea of where Ultrabooks are going.
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HGST Travelstar 7K1000 Review: A 1 TB Notebook Drive At 7200 RPMJul 29, 2013 - in Reviews
HGST's Travelstar 7K1000 is the first 1000 GB notebook drive we've tested with a 7200 RPM spindle speed. Is this hard disk a performance crown winner? We run our standard suite of benchmarks on it and compare the repository to 13 competitors.
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MSI GT70 Dragon Edition 2 By Xotic PC: Haswell Goes MobileJul 15, 2013 - in Reviews
MSI's GT70 Dragon Edition 2 is in the lab, tuned up by Xotic PC. Sporting a Haswell-based mobile Core i7-4930MX CPU, Nvidia's GeForce GTX 780M, and a luxurious 17.3" FHD screen, this is one heavy-duty gaming notebook. At more than $3000, it should be.
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Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 Review: One Flexible UltrabookJun 12, 2013 - in Reviews
Whether in notebook, stand, tent, or tablet mode, the Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 13 is definitely a head-turner. But does this Ultrabook's innovative multi-mode design effectively juggle its multiple personalities in an equally-harmonious, Zen-like manner?
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AMD's Kabini: Jaguar And GCN Come Together In A 15 W APUMay 23, 2013 - in Reviews
AMD is ready to talk about the Temash and Kabini APUs, based on its Jaguar x86 architecture and Graphics Core Next design. We even have a reference Temash-based notebook here in the lab for benchmarking. How does it compare to Pentium and Core i3?
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MSI GX60 Review: Radeon HD 7970M In A $1,200 Notebook!Apr 29, 2013 - in Reviews
MSI's GX60-series notebook is in our lab today. Armed with Radeon HD 7970M graphics, a 15.6" display, and triple-screen output, this is truly a desktop replacement. But can its AMD A10-4600M APU keep pace with gaming platforms armed with Intel CPUs?
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Razer's Second-Generation Blade Notebook Review: Focusing On The ZMar 24, 2013 - in Reviews
Razer recently sent us its second-gen Blade, complete with a Core i7-3632QM quad-core CPU and GeForce GTX 660M. Eight gigabytes of memory, a 500 GB hard drive, and an SSD cache round out this 17" gaming notebook. Would you believe it's less than 1" thick?
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AMD Radeon HD 8790M: Next-Gen Mobile Mainstream Graphics PreviewDec 20, 2012 - in Reviews
AMD sent over some of its lab gear: an interposer card and two PCI Express-based boards with MXM modules...one of which hosted its upcoming Radeon HD 8790M GPU. At long last, the GCN architecture is hitting mainstream notebooks in its 28 nm glory.
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Digital Storm x17 Notebook Review: Radeon HD 7970M And Enduro, AgainDec 11, 2012 - in Reviews
The last time we looked at a notebook with AMD's Radeon HD 7970M in it, we stumbled across a problematic bug. Digital Storm's x17 employs the same graphics module. Do updated drivers cure what ailed the configuration previously? Let's find out!
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Origin PC Eon11-S: Great Gaming Performance From A Tiny Notebook?Nov 6, 2012 - in Reviews
Is the tug-of-war between gaming performance and portability finally over? Origin PC believes that Lucidlogix's software can help bring these two ideas together, combining Nvidia's GeForce GT 650M and Intel's Core i7-3720QM in an 11.6” chassis.
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Dell Shows Off Its Entire Windows 8-Based Fall Line-UpOct 31, 2012 - in Picture Story
Tom's Hardware was recently invited to an event in New York to preview Dell's line-up of Windows 8-based Inspiron and XPS families of notebooks, tablets, and accessories. From all-in-ones to convertibles, and notebooks, the company is all-in with touch.
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Samsung's Series 9 13.3" Ultrabook For 2012: Thinner And LighterSep 25, 2012 - in Reviews
Last generation's Samsung Series 9 was a great example of Intel's Ultrabook initiative. The revamped Series 9, new for 2012, is even better. Forget about Apple's MacBook Air. Samsung's latest effort stands on its own merits as a great notebook.
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Xotic PC NP9150: Striking Back At Kepler With Radeon HD 7970MSep 17, 2012 - in Reviews
We've seen the efficiency of Nvidia's Kepler architecture first-hand on the desktop. But AMD's Radeon HD 7970M pulls off a stellar showing in Xotic PC's Sager NP9150 notebook, reminding everyone that even a Pitcairn-based flagship packs a serious punch.
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Lenovo's ThinkPad X230T Tablet PC, Tested And ReviewedSep 5, 2012 - in Reviews
Do you want a tablet for the road that's also able to run your favorite Windows-based applications? Consider Lenovo's X230T tablet PC. With a built-in keyboard, this convertible PC enables tablet convenience without sacrificing notebook-class performance.
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Eurocom Racer 2.0 Review: Intel's Ivy Bridge Meets Nvidia's KeplerJul 31, 2012 - in Reviews
Are you tired of gaming notebooks that have to be tethered to a power outlet? We test Eurocom’s Racer 2.0 to see if its combination of a 22 nm Intel-based CPU and 28 nm graphics processor from Nvidia can help enable playable performance on the road.
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Second-Generation Ultrabooks: Faster And Cheaper With Ivy BridgeJun 26, 2012 - in Reviews
What can you expect from a 17 W processor after benchmarking its 77 W big brother? We get our hands on a reference-class Ivy Bridge-based Ultrabook and quantify how a hard thermal ceiling affects x86, gaming, transcoding, and Blu-ray playback workloads.
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Gaming On A Netbook? 13 Great Titles Playable At 720pMay 16, 2012 - in Picture Story
We wanted to know if our AMD C-50 equipped netbook can be more than a word processor and movie player. So, we tried a bunch of games we thought might run smoothly at 720p. The resulting list is also a worthy resource for any gamer with older PC hardware.
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AMD A10-4600M Review: Mobile Trinity Gets TestedMay 15, 2012 - in Reviews
AMD steps up to the plate with an all-new processor. Armed with the updated Piledriver CPU core and VLIW4 graphics architecture, the Trinity APU represents an impressive improvement over the Llano generation. But can it stand up to Intel's best efforts?
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Killer Wireless-N 1103 Review: Can Qualcomm Take On Centrino?Apr 4, 2012 - in Reviews
When Qualcomm bought Bigfoot Networks, maker of the famed Killer Ethernet adapters, we wondered if Qualcomm was right in the head. Could Bigfoot's enhancements possibly translate into benefits in the world of wireless networking? We're about to find out.
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Radeon HD 6990M And GeForce GTX 580M: A Beautiful LieJan 22, 2012 - in Reviews
We’ve been more than outspoken about the naming AMD and Nvidia use for their mobile GPUs. Are they really trying to mislead buyers, though? We briefly examine their methodology and frame that against the limitations of high-end mobile computing.
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Eurocom Racer: Radeon HD 6990M In A Truly Mobile Form FactorJan 2, 2012 - in Reviews
Sporting awesome gaming performance and low power draw, the only thing missing from our previous Radeon HD 6990M benchmarks was an efficient, portable package. Eurocom addresses that with its mid-sized Racer. But can the smaller notebook keep pace?
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GeForce GTX 580M SLI Vs. Radeon HD 6990M CrossFireSep 15, 2011 - in Reviews
A flagship graphics launch is bound to fail unless it's the fastest game in town. Well, both AMD and Nvidia say their respective juggernauts have that title. Clearly, only one company can be right. Is the Radeon HD 6990M or GeForce GTX 580M quicker?
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Universal Laptop Power Adapters For The Air, Road, And WallSep 2, 2011 - in Reviews
Are you tired of your notebook running out of power away from a wall wart? We're looking at three universal adapters able to get your battery charged again, whether you're on the road, in the air, or sitting down next to an AC plug.
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Computer History 101: The Development Of The PCAug 23, 2011 - in Reviews
From the humble beginnings of mechanical adding machines to today's multi-core processors, we recount the early developments that took us to where we are today. We also include a convenient timetable showing the complete history of the PC!
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Motorola Xoom: The First Android 3.1 (Honeycomb) TabletJul 7, 2011 - in Reviews
Motorola's Xoom is the first Honeycomb-based tablet; but how does it fare against Apple's iPad 2? There's a lot to go over, from Google's new software platform to Nvidia's Tegra 2. Let's dig a little deeper to see how the tablet world is shaping up.