Tag: Computer architecture
Dell XPS 17 (2023) review: still great, but going a bit gray
Dell XPS 17 (2023) review: still great, but going a bit gray
MSRP $2,950.00
“The XPS 17 9730 is a disappointing update, and it’s losing its leadership position.”
Pros
- Solid productivity performance
- Good gaming performance
- Excellent build quality
- Great keyboard and touchpad
- Superior IPS display
- Classic design
Cons
- Dramatic drop in battery life
- Webcam is just 720p
- No Wi-Fi 6e
- Productivity performance unimproved
When Dell updated the XPS 15 for 2023, it upgraded to Intel’s 13th-gen CPUs and added a
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 review: the comeback kid
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070
MSRP $600.00
“For the first time in Nvidia’s new generation, the RTX 4070 packs in the value.”
Pros
- RTX 3080 performance for $100 less
- Only two slots
- DLSS 3
- Remarkable efficiency
- 1440p gaming at 100+ fps
Cons
- Beaten by AMD’s RX 6950 XT
- Far below RTX 4070 Ti
Nvidia hasn’t been doing great over the past few months. Sure, the company has released some of the best graphics cards you can buy, and if you’re privy
Best iPad Deals: Save on iPad Air, iPad Mini and iPad Pro
Officially, the biggest deals are behind us, at least until later this year, but even so, it’s still possible to find some great iPad deals. Discounts have appeared on several of the most popular iPads. But rather than recommend you do all the work, we’ve rounded up the best iPad deals you can buy online today, with fantastic discounts on the new 10.2-inch iPad, the latest iPad Air, the travel-friendly iPad Mini, and the top-of-the-line iPad Pro. You can also
Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 review: AMD just won
Asus ROG Strix Scar 17
MSRP $3,500.00
“The Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 is a solid gaming laptop, buoyed by the excellent AMD processor inside.”
Pros
- Chart-topping processor performance
- High-end gaming performance
- DLSS 3
- Decent value considering the hardware inside
- Solid port selection
Cons
- Lackluster screen
- Mostly plastic body
AMD has struggled for a few years to make the list of the best gaming laptops, but Asus’ new Strix Scar 17 might be an inflection point. Serving as a showcase