Tag: gaming

  • Legion 5 (2020) – AMD vs INTEL

    Legion 5 (2020) – AMD vs INTEL

    [ntab Configuration] The Legion 5 is the direct successor of the Y540, Lenovo’s 2019 budget gaming laptop, and it is available in various configurations, with users being able to choose between AMD’s Ryzen 4 or Intel’s 10th gen processors, in combination with various dedicated graphics cards ranging from GTX 1650, all the way up to…

  • Who is Tongfang?

    Who is Tongfang?

    TongFang is a Chinese Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) that creates customizable laptops for various global brands. Known for their gaming and high-performance models, TongFang designs are often rebranded by companies like Walmart, Maingear,Eluktronics and Mechrevo. Their laptops typically feature powerful processors, high-end graphics, and robust build quality, making them a popular choice for both gamers…

  • HP Omen 15 (2020)

    HP Omen 15 (2020)

    [ntab Configuration] In late 2019 noteb tested the HP Pavilion Gaming 15, which overall was not a bad laptop. Still, the Pavilion was no match for its competition in terms of thermal management and overall performance. At the time, the HP Omen was noticeably more expensive, and user reviews were generally not very favourable. However,…

  • Asus ROG Strix G15 G512LU review

    Asus ROG Strix G15 G512LU review

    [ntab Configuration] The ROG Strix G15 G512 is Asus’ most affordable gaming laptop that tries to set itself apart from other budget gaming laptops, by featuring a unique lighting system with lots of RGB. Not only that, but Asus also decided to include a 144Hz display in the base configuration that starts at ~$999, alongside…

  • Acer Nitro 5 (2020) review : Is it worth the upgrade?

    Acer Nitro 5 (2020) review : Is it worth the upgrade?

    [ntab Configuration] The Nitro 5 is Acer’s entry-level gaming notebook built especially for gamers on a tight budget that want the best value for their money. This year, Nitro 5 is getting yet another refresh, with users being able to choose between AMD’s Ryzen or Intel’s 10th gen processors in combination with various dedicated graphics…

  • Acer Aspire 5 A515-54G (10th gen) review

    Acer Aspire 5 A515-54G (10th gen) review

    [ntab Configuration] The Acer Aspire 5 is not designed to be a gaming laptop. However, it is the cheapest possible option for those who want to have a decent all-around machine and still do some gaming without having to turn everything to the lowest graphical settings. With its Nvidia MX 250 and Intel 10th Gen…

  • Acer Nitro 5 AN515-54 review

    Acer Nitro 5 AN515-54 review

    [ntab Configuration] The Nitro 5 is a budget gaming laptop first introduced to the market in 2016. Since then, Acer has regularly updated the model with the latest available components. The currently reviewed version is the Nitro 5 AN515-54 released in April 2019. This version combines the processing power of an Intel i5 9th Gen…

  • ASUS TUF FX505DU review

    ASUS TUF FX505DU review

    Review of the Asus TUF FX505GU. Great for gaming, not that great for anything else.

  • 15 inch 144Hz displays

    15 inch 144Hz displays

    Since 2018, most gaming laptops come with a Full HD IPS-type 144Hz display. We want to elaborate a bit on these displays. Up until March 2019, all laptops that have displays with the following specifications: Size 15.4 – 15.6 inch Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (FullHD) Technology: IPS-type Refresh Rate: 144Hz sRGB: > 90% Use one…

  • Who is Clevo?

    Who is Clevo?

    A company with a long-standing tradition in making gaming laptops.