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Original article: Ever since the XPS 13 with its “Infinity Edge” nearly bezelless display came out (and added the word bezelless to the lexicon), it has been topping most websites’ “best ultrabook” lists. Despite a rocky launch owing to quite a few BIOS, drivers,...
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There’s a new Intel hardware platform in preparation for the end of 2015 and most of 2016, called Skylake. In the past, I’ve provided you with comprehensive lists of all the ultraportable laptops built on the Intel Haswell and later the Broadwell platforms, and...
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I have to admit, the XPS 13 2015 9343 is one of the few ultraportables that caught my attention at CES. And since it was one of the first Broadwell U laptops available to buy, I took the plunge and got one early, in...
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This post gathers my impressions on the Dell Precision 5510, which is for sure one of the most interesting 15-inch workstation notebooks available right now in stores. Unlike other similar devices, this one is thin and light, while it still packs an excellent display,...
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We talked about some of the important basic tweaks that would allow you to increase performance and battery life of your Windows 10 computer in the first part of this article. This section of the guide will deal with two of the most impactful...
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Acer is a debutante in the competitive world of high-end gaming laptops with their recently launched Predator series. We already reviewed the 17-inch model a while ago and concluded it is a hit, this time we’ll turn our attention towards the smaller member of...
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Most computers are configured for the lowest-common denominator user out of the box so that both grandpa and junior will be able to do what they want without complaint. But if you’re a power user, gamer, or road-warrior, there are many ways to improve...
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My list of the best gaming ultrabooks available in stores is one of the most appreciated posts here on Ultrabookreview.com and that’s why, for those of you that want the ultimate gaming experience in a thin and light laptop, I’ve put together this post,...
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I’ve been a proud owner of the MSI GS60 for about 18 months now and I’ve shared with you the impressions on the model that I still use, but also on one of the updated models with the 4K display. Because of its powerful...
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Back in April Acer unveiled their plan to venture into the competitive segment of gaming machines, with a Predator line that would include laptops, desktops, monitors and even a tablet. Several months later the Predator notebooks are only weeks away from hitting the stores,...
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If you’re in the market for a multimedia laptop that can also tackle games, Acer’s Nitro Black Edition series should be on your list. We already reviewed the 15-inch model a while ago and this time we’re going to address the larger variant, the...
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If you’re looking for a latest generation ultraportable in the next 6 to 12 months, chances are you’ll have to pick between either a mid-level configuration powered by an Intel Core i5-6200U processor, or a slightly faster version powered by the Intel Core i7-6500U...
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Last year Acer debuted the V15 Nitro series of full-size multimedia laptops and they were well received around the globe. This year, with the launch of Intel’s Slylake hardware, they’ve updated the V15 Nitro line, but also introduced a new model, the V15 V5-591G....
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As of October 2015, a handful of Skylake powered laptops are already available in stores and shipping. Many of the multimedia and gaming options are motorized by the Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor, usually paired with DDR4 RAM and dedicated graphics. We’ll take a closer...
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The Aspire R14 R5-471T is one of the better 2-in-1s you can get these days for your money, especially if you’re after a computer with a slightly larger display. It gets a 14-inch IPS touchscreen, a really well built body made of a mix...
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My first contact with Apple’s 12-inch Macbook was brief and unconvincing. It took place in one of Apple’s stores only a few days after its launch, and the few minutes I spent with the showcased sample lead to a quick first-impression: cute, but there’s...
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The Yoga 900 is Lenovo’s top-of-the-line consumer ultraportable for the end of 2015 and the first part of 2016. It’s a premium device, selling for $1200 and up at the time of this post (more about this further down, in the Pricing and Availability...
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If you’re looking for a sleek and light 13-inch laptop with Broadwell U hardware and a matte IPS display, the Asus Zenbook UX305LA should definitely be on your list. It’s available in stores around the world and I’ve got to spend some time with...
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Last year, I got the pleasure of reviewing the MSI GS60 with both the 870M and 970M graphics cards. I was so impressed with the 970M version that I decided to keep it. I still own it and use it as my daily driver,...
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About 3 months ago I sold my Asus T200 to a colleague and used it as an excuse to change my work computer to something a bit more interesting. The T200, my first 2-in-1 and Windows tablet, was a nice machine, but I found...
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Asus have a new 15-inch laptop in the works for 2015: the Zenbook Pro UX501. It’s not yet available in stores at the time of this post, but it will be in the near future, alongside its close gaming oriented relative, the Zenbook G501....
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I’ve grown quite accustomed to using my GS60 as my daily driver over the past year, but I’ve always been interested in the Gigabyte P35X, as it is probably the closest competitor to the GS60. After my issues with Gigabyte’s Aorus brand, I was...
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This is my detailed review of the Asus Zenbook UX305 series (UX305FA model), one of the few available ultraportables built on Intel’s Core M platform that you can buy at the time of this article There are several reasons why this laptop should spark...
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There are quite a few 11-inch mini laptops with affordable price tags out there, and the Lenovo Yoga 300 11 (also known as the Flex 3 11 in some parts of the world) is Lenovo’s offer in this competitive niche. It’s a hybrid that...
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There’s no doubt hybrid laptops are here to stay. Buyers appreciate the versatility of these devices that look and act like regular notebooks, but have 360-degrees convertible screens, so they can be “transformed” into tablets or stands if the user so desires. But is...
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If you’re after an everyday convertible laptop and have a rather limited budget at your disposal, you should have a look at Lenovo’s Yoga 500 series, also known as the Flex 3 in the US and some other regions. We talked about the 15-inch...
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The Asus Zenbook UX303LN was one of the the few 13-inch ultraportables that could handle games well in the last year and while Asus has updated the series to Broadwell hardware, they also quietly launched a new model earlier in 2015: the Zenbook UX303LB,...
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It is our wholly unbiased opinion here at UltrabookReview that Ultrabooks are great. Once you get used to the portability, convenience, and styling afforded by one, it is very difficult to go back to something bulkier such as a hulking ASUS ROG G-series laptop...
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Dell’s XPS 13 is still the undisputed king of Windows (and now even Linux) ultrabooks, delivering more power, style, and portability than any other competitor. With a price range from $800 to $2130, there are plenty of configuration options for every price point. The...
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If you’re after a 15-inch entertainment laptop that can deal well with multimedia content and some games, there’s a fair chance the Acer Aspire V15 Nitro Black Edition series is already on your list. If not, it should be! The first generation was released...
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Asus ProArt P16 vs. Razer Blade 16, Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 comparison
I’ve used and reviewed the 2025 Razer Blade 16, the 2025 Asus ROG Zephyrus G16, and the 2025 Asus ProArt P16 over the last weeks, and I’ve gathered my...
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