RTX Spark: All the laptops and mini PCs announced so far
… MSI is pitching the Spark-powered PC as ideal for demanding AI application use, and we'll have to wait to hear more about how much it will cost.
If you spend more time away from a wall outlet than near one, the MSI Prestige Flip 14 AI+ is an easy pick because of its insane battery life. This slim 14-inch 2-in-1 pairs an Intel Core Ultra X7 358H processor, 32GB of RAM, Intel Arc B390 graphics, and a 1TB SSD inside a lightweight aluminum body that weighs just three pounds. It also packs a 14-inch 1920×1200 OLED touchscreen with stylus support and a solid port selection, including two Thunderbolt 4 ports. But the real headline here? Battery life. In our testing, this machine lasted a jaw-dropping 34 hours and 28 minutes (holy cow!), which
The reviews don't lie: These are the 5 best laptops for engineering studentsIf you’re an engineering student who likes to game after class, the Acer Nitro V 16 AI is worth considering. The RTX 5050 tucked inside delivers smooth 1080p gaming, hitting a respectable 72 FPS in Cyberpunk 2077 on Ultra settings. It also gives extra firepower for CAD modeling and rendering tasks. The 16-inch 1920×1200 IPS display is slightly taller than the typical 15.6-inch 1080p screens, so you’re getting more vertical workspace here–this is useful for coding, spreadsheets, and so on. At a price hovering between $800 and $900 it’s a budget-friendly option for students.
The reviews don't lie: These are the 5 best laptops for engineering students… MSI is pitching the Spark-powered PC as ideal for demanding AI application use, and we'll have to wait to hear more about how much it will cost.
… Asus TUF Gaming A14: Specs and features as-tested The Asus TUF Gaming A14 is powered by AMD’s new Ryzen AI Max+ 392. It cuts the core count back to 12 CPU cores the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 has 16 , but retains other chip features including the integrated AMD Radeon 8060S GPU and the XDNA NPU. …
… AI Noise-Canceling Microphone MyAsus The AI noise-canceling capabilities of Asus laptops are so powerful I called them out in a separate story. The combination of directional mics and the Asus algorithm powered by the laptop's NPU do an incredible job of filtering out extraneous noise. …
… That said, the overall package is pretty darn good. If your top priority is a laptop that just keeps on going and going, the Prestige Flip 14 AI+ definitely earns its place as the battery life champ. Who should buy the Acer Nitro V 16 AI? …
… Gmail's AI writing tool now mimics your style and mines your inbox Google has updated Gmail's "Help me write" feature to better fit your tone and access your Drive and inbox for more context. …
… Acer Nitro V 16 AI: Further considerations The Acer Nitro V 16 AI comes at a very attractive price point. …
… If you decide that you'd prefer a Windows laptop, check out PCWorld's roundup of the best laptops available today. And if you're curious about where Chromebooks are heading, check out this deep dive into the new AI-powered Googlebooks. …
… Shadow of the Tomb Raider averaged 130 frames per second at 1080p and Highest detail. …
… That's a flight from San Francisco to Taipei in a seat where the power outlet doesn't work. …
… Once again, available power is a concern, as the RTX 5090 in the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo has a maximum graphics power of 150 watts. Some high-end gaming laptops deliver up to 175 watts. Foundry / Matthew Smith Shadow of the Tomb Raider also shows the limits of performance. …