NotebookReview

  1. Hardware, Software and Accessories

    1. What Notebook Should I Buy?

      Not sure which laptop you should buy? It's a tough decision, so post questions and get help from our expert forum members!
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      Latest: I want a laptop that will last me through games and grad school goodoldfashionedloverboy, Jan 7, 2021 at 10:37 AM
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    2. Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades

      Discuss Processors, RAM, Hard Drives and other basic notebook components here. Includes upgrade questions.
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      Latest: Laptop Screen Upgrades Tech Junky, Jan 7, 2021 at 5:04 PM
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    3. Accessories

      Mice, backpacks and other external peripherals forum.
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      Latest: Efficiency of power banks Tech Junky, Jan 7, 2021 at 5:16 PM
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    4. Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)

      Talk about games and mobile graphics cards here.
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      Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)

      Sub-Forums

      1. e-GPU (External Graphics) Discussion

      Latest: Cyberpunk 2077 chat thread. krabman, Jan 7, 2021 at 7:23 PM
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    5. Windows OS and Software

      Software and OS discussion for Windows XP, Vista, 7 and 8. Mac OS software questions go here.
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      Windows OS and Software

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      1. Security and Anti-Virus Software

      Latest: [Guide] Improving Battery Life on Windows [+Enabling Deeper C States] brainiac122, Jan 7, 2021 at 4:40 PM
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    6. Linux Compatibility and Software

      OS and software discussion for Linux/BSD. Also open for general Linux installation, software and support questions.
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      Latest: been doing some reading on linux, what about installing it on an old phone? goodoldfashionedloverboy, Jan 7, 2021 at 6:28 AM
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    7. Chrome OS and Software

      OS and software discussion around Google's Chromium OS. Chromebook questions welcome!
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      Latest: Google just purchased Cloudready. Primes, Jan 4, 2021 at 9:05 PM
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    8. Networking and Wireless

      Questions and discussions about networking, routers, broadband service, or wireless connectivity go here.
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      Latest: NBASE-T vs SFP+ Tech Junky, Jan 1, 2021 at 9:30 AM
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    9. Notebook Cosmetic Modifications and Custom Builds

      Discuss paint jobs, stickers, aftermarket cosmetic changes, and custom notebook builds here
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      Latest: Alienware Laptop Paint Mods Maxware79, Dec 9, 2020
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    10. Desktop Hardware

      A forum to discuss desktop computers and desktop hardware.
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      Latest: *Official* NBR Desktop Overclocker's Lounge [laptop owners welcome, too] tps3443, Jan 7, 2021 at 5:19 PM
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    11. Smartphones and Tablets

      A forum to discuss smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices.
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      Latest: All about Bezel-less and Foldable Smart Devices Dr. AMK, Jan 5, 2021 at 8:50 AM
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  2. Notebook News, Reviews and Deals

    1. Notebook News and Reviews

      Post any Notebook related news or full reviews to this forum.
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      Latest: Forum Spotlight: Fix Notebook Throttling, Backlight Bleed Spartan@HIDevolution, Mar 29, 2020
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    2. Notebook and Tech Bargains

      Check out this category for the latest rebates, coupons and sales for Notebooks and other tech related products!
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      Latest: $1300: Razer Blade 15 Advanced 2020 - 10875h/RTX2080S CedricFP, Jan 3, 2021 at 7:07 PM
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  3. Notebook Manufacturers

    1. Acer

      Discuss the Aspire, Ferrari and TravelMate line of notebooks from Acer here.
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      Acer

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      1. Packard Bell

      2. Gateway and eMachines

        1. eMachines

      Latest: Acer Predator (Vega 56+Ryzen 2) Helios 500 starkid84, Jan 7, 2021 at 2:54 PM
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    2. Alienware

      Alienware is the world's largest boutique brand, offering high-performance systems for gamers and enthusiasts.
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      Alienware

      Sub-Forums

      1. Alienware M11x

      2. 2015+ Alienware 13 / 15 / 17

      3. Alienware 14 and M14x

      4. Alienware M15x

      5. Alienware 17 and M17x

      6. Alienware 18 and M18x

      7. Alienware Area-51/Aurora and Legacy Systems

      8. Alienware Desktops

      Latest: Upgrade to GTX 1060... 120Hz REQUIRED? TheReciever, Jan 7, 2021 at 7:09 PM
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    3. Apple and Mac OS X

      MacBook and Mac OS X questions and discussion
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      Latest: Macbook Pro 16 Very Slow Performance with OLED TV 55 Vasudev, Jan 3, 2021 at 9:51 AM
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    4. Asus

      Asus produces stylish, powerful and solidly built Notebooks.
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      Asus

      Sub-Forums

      1. ASUS Reviews and Owners' Lounges

      2. ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum

      Latest: Asus ROG GL702ZC owners lounge Frederick Lim, Jan 6, 2021 at 8:09 PM
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    5. Dell

      Dell Inspiron and Studio, Dell Latitude, Vostro, Precision and Dell XPS notebook questions and discussion here. Click Here to see the latest deals and coupons on Dell laptops.
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      Dell

      Sub-Forums

      1. Dell XPS and Studio XPS

      2. Dell Latitude, Vostro, and Precision

      Latest: Dell Precision M6700 Owners Thread Aaron44126, Jan 7, 2021 at 5:09 PM
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    6. Fujitsu

      Discuss Fujitsu LifeBook, Stylistic and Amilo notebooks here.
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      Latest: Fujitsu-Siemens AMILO Xi 1546 (Ultimate Retro Machine) Shin Falcon, Oct 29, 2020
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    7. Gigabyte and Aorus

      From tablets to gaming to desktop replacements, Gigabyte has leapt into the mobile market with both feet.
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      Latest: Aorus 17 X, 2080 Super Intel gen 10 GTVEVO, Jan 7, 2021 at 5:12 PM
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    8. HP

      HP offers an array of notebooks to consumers under the G-series, Pavilion, and ENVY lines and business notebooks under ProBook/EliteBook
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      HP

      Sub-Forums

      1. HP Business Class Notebooks

      Latest: HP OMEN 15 and 17 owners lounge OMEN 17-cb0009nl, Jan 7, 2021 at 5:06 PM
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    9. Lenovo

      Discuss Lenovo notebooks and Thinkpads as well as legacy IBM ThinkPads.
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      Latest: Lenovo Legion Y740 17" 15" danfr1d, Jan 6, 2021 at 1:03 PM
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    10. LG

      LG produces high quality notebooks offering a great screen, battery life, and weight combination. Ask questions and discuss your LG notebook here.
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      Latest: New 2020 LG Gram 17 hrockh, Jan 7, 2021 at 10:11 AM
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    11. Microsoft

      Discuss Microsoft hardware, including the Surface Book, here.
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      Latest: Surface Book 2 (13" and 15", GTX 1050/1060) announced kojack, Dec 13, 2020
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    12. MSI

      Micro-Star International sells cool computers the world over, My Style Inside!
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      MSI

      Sub-Forums

      1. MSI Reviews & Owners' Lounges

      Latest: The Official MSI GT73VR Owners and Discussions Lounge Abula, Jan 7, 2021 at 7:22 PM
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    13. Panasonic

      Discuss the rugged ToughBook notebooks here.
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      Panasonic

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      1. ToughBook Buy Sell and Trade Forum

      Latest: CF-R9 : no sound ! (in windows/linux) + wiki BaRRmaley, Jan 7, 2021 at 4:30 PM
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    14. Razer

      This subforum is for discussion of Razer notebooks, including the Blade and Blade Pro.
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      Latest: Razer BIOS Mods - Potential to Unlock All Hidden Options wireproof, Jan 7, 2021 at 6:24 PM
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    15. Sager and Clevo

      Clevo is perhaps not widely known, but their products are re-branded and sold by many known boutique brands.
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      Sager and Clevo

      Sub-Forums

      1. Sager/Clevo Reviews & Owners' Lounges

      2. Reseller Feedback Forum

      Latest: *** Official Clevo X170SM-G/Sager NP9670M Owner's Lounge *** Troika, Jan 7, 2021 at 7:23 PM
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    16. Samsung

      Discuss the stylish and innovative Samsung notebooks here.
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      Latest: 2013 Series 7 chronos / Ativ Book 8 15" owner's lounge (NP770Z5E / NP780Z5E / NP870Z5E / NP880Z5E) jawatkins95, Dec 29, 2020
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    17. VAIO / Sony

      Sony VAIO laptop questions and comments go here.
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      VAIO / Sony

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      1. VAIO / Sony Owners' Lounge Forum

      Latest: Uploaded: Sony VAIO TR3AP Recovery Discs Mr. B, Jan 7, 2021 at 4:29 PM
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    18. Toshiba

      Post questions and comments regarding Toshiba Satellite, Tecra and Portege notebooks here.
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      Latest: Old Qosmio Laptop in 2020 Raidriar, Sep 20, 2020
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    19. Other Manufacturers

      Forum for boutique gaming rig manufacturers and smaller notebook vendors.
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      Latest: Gateway Creators Series 15.6" RTX 2060 i5-10300H hertzian56, Jan 6, 2021 at 11:50 PM
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  4. General

    1. Site Suggestions, Announcements and Guidelines

      Please post any site suggestion, site errors or help using forums questions here.
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      Latest: Updating rules for selling in the Marketplace? Charles P. Jefferies, Jan 7, 2021 at 12:33 PM
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    2. NBR Marketplace

      Buy, sell or trade notebooks or notebook accessories. Keep it legal.

    3. Off Topic

      Discussion unrelated to notebooks
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      Off Topic

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      1. Motorized Vehicles

      Latest: What song are you listening to right now? v4.0 [No autoplay please] Fishon, Jan 7, 2021 at 2:26 PM
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    4. Image Gallery

      Upload pictures of your notebook setup, screenshots or desktop wallpaper here

  5. Other Devices