XMG has announced on Reddit another round of laptop price increases, with most affected models going up €100 to €150. The new prices took effect on September 18 through the company's bestware store. Memory remains the biggest factor as DDR5 SO-DIMM prices for laptops have risen nearly sixfold compared to mid-2025. Also, desktop DDR5 modules and SSDs prices have followed a similar trajectory. XMG says that now it's no longer just the memory. GPU chips, GDDR7 video memory, Intel and AMD laptop CPUs, and PCBs are all costing more. Due to the conflict in the Middle East and rising fuel prices, air freight costs are higher, while sea freight through the Red Sea and Suez Canal now comes with higher insurance costs.

The XMG APEX 16, CORE 15, CORE 16, FUSION 16, NEO 16, and several PRO models are up €100. The APEX 16 MAX, APEX 17, FOCUS 17, and FUSION 15 went up €150. The SCHENKER KEY 18 Pro saw the largest single adjustment at €300. The RTX 5090 Laptop GPU upgrade is now €120 more expensive across the NEO 16 and SCHENKER KEY 18 Pro. A couple of RTX 5070 upgrade prices were trimmed slightly, though XMG notes the overall system cost is still higher than before. XMG EVO, SCHENKER CONNECT, ELEMENT, and SCHENKER WORK models are not affected this round. The company says the price adjustments are a direct result of rising costs, not a margin expansion, and commits to lowering prices again if component costs drop.

XMG is introducing 2026 refreshes of its 16-inch laptops from the APEX and PRO model series with the XMG APEX 16 and XMG PRO 16 VE. Unlike the 2025 APEX 16 MAX and PRO 16 VE models, the new versions feature an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 with 12 GB of VRAM. Both models also receive minor adjustments to their cooling systems and bottom ventilation.

XMG APEX 16: Ryzen 9 9955HX or 8945HX and RTX 5070 with 12 GB VRAM
Following in the footsteps of the XMG APEX 16 MAX (M25), the new XMG APEX 16 (M26) offers a choice between the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX from the Fire Range and the Ryzen 9 8945HX from the Dragon Range refresh generation. Both processors feature 16 cores and 32 threads. For graphics, the laptop uses the updated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 with 12 GB of VRAM and a maximum graphics power of 115 watts, including Dynamic Boost. By contrast, the 2025 XMG APEX 16 MAX (M25) is equipped with the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and therefore remains available as the higher-end MAX version of the 16-inch laptop.

The XMG APEX 17 is the first laptop in XMG's lineup to feature the 2026 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 with 12 GB of VRAM, up from the previous 8 GB. This new configuration, first announced at Computex 2026, complements the existing APEX 17 with AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX and RTX 5060, which remains available as the entry-level option. All other specifications - including the chassis, 17.3-inch display, and connectivity - remain unchanged. For a limited time, customers can take advantage of a 5% early-bird discount. In addition, XMG's partner store, bestware.com, is running its major summer sale, offering up to 20% off on select laptop models.

The XMG APEX 17 (M25) now offers an upgrade to the long-awaited NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 with 12 GB of GDDR7 memory, while retaining the same model designation. Both the previously released RTX 5060 version, introduced in November 2025, and the new RTX 5070 version share the same chassis, display, and specifications - only the GPU differs.

At Computex 2026 XMG announced the PRO 18 and PRO 18 Value Edition (VE) notebooks marking the company's return to the large-format laptop segment. Both notebooks share the same base platform as the existing PRO 16 series. The 2.8 kg chassis is approximately 24.5 mm thick and has a structurally stabilizing aluminium display lid. The XMG PRO 18 is equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card with 12 GB GDDR7. The display is an IPS panel at 2,560 x 1,600 pixels with a 300 Hz refresh rate, 500 nits brightness and 100% DCI-P3 coverage. XMG is also planning a more budget-friendly Value Edition that features a Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus, RTX 5070 with the same amount of VRAM (12 GB) as the standard model and a display with the refresh rate scaled down to 180 Hz. Both laptops utilize a 99 Wh battery and Intel Binary Optimization Tools to improve gaming performance.

Internal expandability options across both models include two SO-DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB of DDR5-6400 RAM (with CSO-DIMM support), paired with dual M.2 SSD storage slots split across individual PCI Express 5.0 and PCI Express 4.0 lane configurations. The rear features the power input, HDMI 2.1, Mini DisplayPort 2.1 and a Thunderbolt 4 port supporting up to 140 W Power Delivery. On the side it sports one USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port with 100 W Power Delivery, three USB-A 3.1 Gen 1, 2.5 Gbps Ethernet, SD Express card reader and a 2-in-1 audio jack. Wi-Fi 7, 4-speaker sound array, a 151.5 × 96.5 mm glass touchpad and a Full HD webcam complete the specifications.

Schenker isn't exactly a household name, but the company is known for making decent enthusiast-class gaming laptops that often come with a reasonable price point and without too much fuss when it comes to design. With its latest design, the Element 16, Schenker seems to be leaning into the recent resurgence in upgradeable and repairable laptops—not unlike the Framework 16, although with less of an emphasis on customization. Schenker designed the Element 16 in collaboration with Intel, and although it has not yet launched properly, it is based on Intel's new Panther Lake Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs. This means that when it eventually launches sometime in 2026, the Element 16 will be powered by Intel's Core Ultra 7 356H CPU and up to 64 GB of RAM.

The Element 16 features the components that are typically upgradeable or replaceable in gaming laptops—RAM, SSD storage, fans, and the battery—but it makes those upgrades easier with a toolless bottom panel and minimal screws to access and replace those internal components. The Element 16 also takes things a step further with a replaceable keyboard and a modular port design not entirely unlike that of the Framework laptops but with its own twist: instead of replacing one port at a time, the side-mounted ports on the Element 16 are part of a single module that can be replaced with a different module that has different ports. Schenker also says the motherboard is designed to be replaced when necessary, as well, although it's unclear if both AMD and Intel CPUs will be supported or if those motherboard replacements will be limited to Intel CPUs. There are still questions surrounding pricing, parts availability, and just how open Schenker will be about the parts on the Element 16, but for now we know that it will be sold by Bestware in the EU.

The XMG CORE 16 VE expands the CORE 16 product line with a more affordable entry-level model that comes in at €200 less than the standard version. Despite the lower price, the Value Edition retains the same high-quality aluminium chassis, but pairs it with more budget-conscious components. These include an AMD Ryzen 7 H 255 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics, and an 80 Wh battery. The 16-inch IPS display continues to offer a sharp 2,560 x 1,600 resolution and a brightness of 500 nits, while the refresh rate is adjusted to 180 Hz. Like its higher-end sibling, the CORE 16 VE supports up to 128 GB of RAM and 16 TB of SSD storage, and offers a comprehensive range of external ports.

XMG CORE 16 VE (M25) with aluminium Chassis and 1600p Display Starting at €1,399
The foundation of the Value Edition of the XMG CORE 16 is identical to the regular model, which has been available since mid-August. This price-performance-optimized variant also features an aluminium chassis measuring 357 x 254 x 23 mm and weighing just 2.1 kg. Under the hood, it is equipped with AMD's Ryzen 7 H 255 processor with 8 cores and 16 threads, paired with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 running at up to 115 watts including Dynamic Boost. The battery capacity comes in at a generous 80 Wh, slightly below the 99.8 Wh of the standard model.

With the XMG FUSION 15, XMG presents the most portable model in its current FUSION lineup. This 15.3-inch aluminium laptop, weighing just 1.95 kilograms, serves as the Intel-based counterpart to the XMG CORE 15 and is equipped with a Core Ultra 7 255H processor. It is also the only XMG laptop offering the option of the GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card, alongside the RTX 5060 and 5070. Other key features include a high-resolution 1600p display with a 300 Hz refresh rate and 500 nits of brightness, a 99.8 Wh battery, support for up to 128 GB of RAM and 16 TB of SSD storage, an edge-to-edge keyboard with a full numeric keypad, and a comprehensive selection of external ports—including Thunderbolt 4.

The XMG FUSION 15 (L25) is the more compact and lightweight alternative to the 16-inch FUSION 16. Weighing just 1.95 kg and measuring 342 x 236 x 22 mm, its 15.3-inch aluminium chassis is noticeably smaller. XMG has also placed a stronger focus on energy efficiency and battery life in this model: instead of the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX found in the FUSION 16, the FUSION 15 is equipped with a Core Ultra 7 255H with 16 cores. Combined with a 99.8 Wh battery, this results in a runtime of over 10 hours when streaming YouTube videos - and even longer during light office use.

The XMG APEX 16 MAX is a price-performance-focused 16-inch entry in the upper performance class of the XMG portfolio. The base configuration with GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is available for under €2,000. Positioned as the AMD-based counterpart to the equally affordable XMG PRO 16 Value Edition with Intel CPUs, the laptop is equipped with either a Ryzen 9 8940HX or 9955HX. Key features include 1600p displays with a 300 Hz refresh rate and full DCI-P3 color space coverage, available as either a 500-nit IPS panel or a 1,000-nit Mini LED option. In addition to the extensive connectivity options typical of XMG, the freely configurable laptop supports up to 96 GB of RAM and up to 16 TB of SSD storage.

With the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti with 12 GB of GDDR7 VRAM, the XMG APEX 16 MAX (M25) integrates the most attractive of the three most capable graphics chips in terms of price-performance ratio, delivering ample power for gaming with high frame rates on the laptop's 1600p display. The GPU operates continuously at NVIDIA's specified maximum graphics performance of 140 watts, including 25 watts of Dynamic Boost.

XMG presents two lightweight and compact aluminium laptops: the 15.3-inch XMG CORE 15 and the slightly larger CORE 16. Both feature a choice of AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, Ryzen AI 9 365 or Ryzen AI 7 350 processors, each of which can be paired with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 or 5060. Highlights include fast 300 Hz 1600p displays with high color gamut coverage, support for up to 128 GB of plug-in RAM, up to 16 TB of SSD storage and a 99.8 Wh battery.

XMG CORE 15 and CORE 16 with AMD Ryzen AI CPUs and RTX 5070 or 5060
The XMG CORE 15 (M25) and XMG CORE 16 (M25) represent XMG's new premium compact class, pairing AMD CPUs from different performance tiers with NVIDIA GPUs. Alongside the 12-core Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, customers can choose the 10-core Ryzen AI 9 365 or the 8-core Ryzen AI 7 350. Each processor can be combined with a GeForce RTX 5070 or RTX 5060, both configured for up to 115 watts graphics power including 15 watts Dynamic Boost.

The XMG PRO 16 Value Edition expands the PRO 16 line-up with additional entry-level configurations featuring an Intel Core i9-14900HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, 5070 or 5060. Key features such as the 99.8 Wh battery, comprehensive connectivity and the functional full-size keyboard remain unchanged. However, the 1600p IPS display has been improved: with a refresh rate of 300 Hz and brightness of 500 nits, it now covers not only 100% of the sRGB color space but also the DCI-P3 gamut. This enhanced panel is also used in the updated standard XMG PRO 16, which, positioned above the Value Edition, additionally offers a Mini LED display as an optional upgrade.

With the Value Edition of the PRO series, the XMG PRO 16 VE (M25), XMG introduces a new entry-level model of its 2025 gaming and multimedia workstation. In contrast to the standard XMG PRO 16, which features Intel's Core Ultra 9 275HX and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, the more affordable, price-performance focused Value Edition comes with a Core i9-14900HX, also offering 24 cores, and a choice of three laptop GPUs: an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti, RTX 5070 or RTX 5060.

With the XMG FOCUS 17, XMG presents a laptop that is unusual in several respects, combining a 17.3-inch display in 16:9 format with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. The choice of form factor reflects continued strong demand for this specific screen size and aspect ratio. Positioned below the XMG PRO 16 in terms of pricing, the FOCUS 17 features a WQHD display with 100% DCI-P3 color space coverage and a 240 Hz refresh rate. Customers can choose between an Intel Core i9-14900HX or i9-13900HX processor.

To position the XMG FOCUS 17 in the sub-€2,000 price range, XMG is offering two 24-core, 32-thread CPUs from Intel's previous Raptor Lake HX generation: the Core i9-13900HX and its refresh, the Core i9-14900HX. The key difference between the two lies in the slightly higher boost clock of the 14900HX, reaching up to 5.8 GHz compared to 5.4 GHz. Both CPUs continue to deliver excellent gaming performance while being significantly more cost-effective than the newer Core Ultra 9 275HX.

The first model update for XMG's ultrabooks, originally introduced last year, is now underway. Leading the way is the XMG EVO 14, which will be available with three different AMD Ryzen AI processors, including the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. The 1.45 kg laptop features a brighter 1800p display, now offering 500 nits compared to the previous 400 nits. Other highlights include an 80 Wh battery, a dual-fan cooling system and a wide range of external connectivity options. Like its predecessor, the EVO 14 continues to rely on upgradeable, plugged-in SSDs and DDR5 RAM modules - now configurable with up to 128 GB of memory.

Launched in 2024, the EVO series marked XMG's first ultrabooks to forgo a dedicated graphics unit in favour of an efficient integrated graphics solution. The 14-inch model is the first to receive an update: the XMG EVO 14 (E25) is now available with a choice of three AMD processors. Alongside AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 (12 cores, 24 threads), XMG is offering the compact 311 x 220 x 17 mm, 1.45 kg ultrabook with either the Ryzen AI 9 365 (10 cores, 20 threads) or Ryzen AI 7 350 (8 cores, 16 threads). These options also differ in their integrated graphics: with 16 compute units, the iGPU in the HX 370 delivers the highest 3D performance for accelerating content creation applications or enabling entry-level gaming.

According to ComputerBase, NVIDIA now requires laptop makers to clearly share full graphics power details for its upcoming GeForce RTX 50 Series "Blackwell" GPUs. This aims to fix long-standing issues with hidden performance limits that have led to unexpected differences between laptops with the same GPU model. In the past, many laptop makers did not provide complete information about total graphics power (TGP). This often meant that some lower-powered models performed better than higher-end ones because the power limits were unclear. Under the new guidelines, manufacturers must list important details such as base TGP, Dynamic Boost limits, and clock speeds on their product pages. NVIDIA said, "We work with laptop manufacturers to ensure they list graphics power on their product websites."

Companies like ASUS, MSI, and XMG have already started to show full specifications for models such as the ROG Scar 18 and Titan 18 HX. While most companies are following the rules, some remain unchanged. For example, Razer's Blade 16 (2025) initially left out the base TGP from its main specifications, hiding it in the product description. This can confuse buyers, as thinner laptop designs might use lower-powered GPUs even in high-end models. The fix for this issue is simple, and listing TGP and TDP values will ensure that gamers who plan on getting a laptop with a new RTX 50 series Blackwell GPU will choose their desired TDP for performance and power on the go aspects.

At the 2025 International CES, we went hands on with some of the first Schenker XMG enthusiast notebooks that feature a next-generation NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU. These include the Schenker Key 18 PRO, and the XMG Neo 16. The Key 18 Pro is a massive portable workstation featuring an 18-inch 16:10 display with either 2560 x 1600 or 3840 x 2400 pixels resolution, with either 500 nits or 400 nits brightness, respectively. The notebook is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor (8P+16E, 36 MB cache), with four DDR5 SODIMM slots that you can add up to 192 GB of memory to. The star attraction of course is its NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, which is configured with 24 GB of video memory, and 175 W of power. A large 98 Wh battery powers the beast.

Meanwhile, the XMG Neo 16, as its name suggests, has a 16-inch display. This is 16:10, with 2560 x 1600 resolution, comes with 300 Hz refresh rate, and 1000 nits brightness. You get the same combination of a Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, with the GPU getting 175 W of power. There are two DDR5 CSODIMM slots (SODIMMs with CKD). The company also showed off two of its key innovations that power the two notebooks, its mainboard with a proprietary bridge connector between the motherboard and discrete GPU board; and its two new cooling solutions.

German PC OEM Schenker, along with its two brands—XMG targeted at high-performance mobile workstations and gaming notebooks; and Tuxedo, targeting Linux-friendly notebooks; made a splash at the 2024 Computex. We visited their pullout booth. The EVO 14 is a 14-inch class performance notebook powered by choices of Intel Core Ultra 7 155H "Meteor Lake" or AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS "Hawk Point" mobile processors; an innovative new dual-fan cooling solution, with 65 W sustained power delivery, and an 80 Wh battery pack. The 14-inch display features a 16:10 aspect ratio, 400 nits brightness, and 3K resolution. Memory options go all the way up to 96 GB, and I/O includes either USB4 or Thunderbolt 4, depending on the hardware platform. The EVO 15 is almost identical in terms of specs, but with a larger 99.8 Wh battery, and a 15.3-inch 500 nits display, and a full-sized edge-to-edge keyboard.Update 07:03 UTC: We have some pricing and availability details from Schenker.

XMG introduces the XMG NEO 16, the definite flagship model of their 2024 laptop range in terms of performance and features. Accordingly, the latest model combines Intel's Core i9-14900HX with NVIDIA GeForce graphics cards up to an RTX 4090. The 16.0-inch laptop has been redesigned from the ground up and features a wide range of improvements, including a more compact aluminium chassis, a new cooling system with additional optimizations for the optional XMG OASIS laptop water cooling system, a 500 nits bright 16:10 display, and a revised keyboard layout.

Core i9-14900HX, GeForce RTX Graphics Cards and a New Cooling System
Representing the high-end segment, the XMG NEO 16 (E24) combines Intel's fastest laptop CPU, the Core i9-14900HX, with a choice of mobile NVIDIA graphics cards from the GeForce RTX 4060 to the RTX 4090, which will continue to be the benchmark in 2024, including the maximum specified graphics performance of up to 175 watts (150 watts plus 25 watts Dynamic Boost).

With the XMG FUSION 15 and CORE 15, XMG unveils its first 15.3-inch laptops in 16:10 format. The two compact devices, which are very similar except for a few details, differ primarily regarding their CPUs: the FUSION 15 is powered by Intel's Core i9-14900HX or i7-14650HX and either an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 or 4070, while the CORE 15 combines an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS with an RTX 4060. Apart from that, the gaming laptops, which weigh around 2 kg and are 21.9 mm high, offer a WQXGA display with a brightness of 500 nits and an almost entirely aluminium chassis with a clean and elegant design.

The design language of the XMG FUSION 15 (E24) and the XMG CORE 15 (M24) focuses on understated elegance. The laptops share an identical, black anodised and torsion-resistant aluminium chassis. At 342.5 x 245 x 21.9 mm, these two 15.3-inch devices are very compact, while a reduced weight of just 2.0 kg (XMG CORE 15) or 2.1 kg (XMG FUSION 15) offers good portability.

Back at the Schenker booth, we also spied the Tuxedo Computers Sirius 16. Schenker is the OEM/SI for this brand, which specializes in notebooks, mobile workstations, mini-PCs, commercial desktops, and large workstations; with the singular design goal of making them 100% compatible with and optimized for popular PC Linux distributions, hence the name. These Linux-friendly PCs are designed and assembled in Germany. The Tuxedo Sirius 16, as its name suggests, features a 16-inch 16:9 1440p display; and an illuminated keyboard. All its ports, connectors, audio, and networking interfaces have been tested for 100% compatibility and performance on Linux.

Under the hood is an AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS "Phoenix" processor, with its 8-core/16-thread "Zen 4" CPU, and a cTDP set by Tuxedo at 54 W. This is paired with dual-channel DDR5 SO-DIMM slots, with options going all the way up to 96 GB. Graphics is care of a discrete AMD Radeon RX 7600M XT with 8 GB of memory, and 130 W configured power limit. The notebook features an all-metal chassis, and since the cooling solution isn't as elaborate on the XMG Neo 17 with its bulky 150 W CPU and 175 W GPU; Schenker used the space to cram in an 80 Wh battery (whereas the XMG Neo 17 has a 99 Wh pack). The 40 Gbps USB4 port from the "Phoenix" SoC is wired out. Neato.

Schenker, one of Europe's leading PC OEM and systems integrators, updated its XMG line of premium mobiile workstations, with the XMG Neo 16 and XMG Neo 17, powered by 14th Gen Intel Core HX "Raptor Lake Refresh" mobile processors, which released on January 8. Both are power-packed beasts that offer maxed out gaming with ray tracing at their respective display resolutions. Both feature the top-of-the-line Core i9-14900HX 8P+16E processor, along with dual-channel DDR5 SO-DIMM memory. The machine supports user-configured processor undervolting, and Intel XMP 3.0 overclocked memory support. Out of the box, the i9-14900HX is configured for over 100 W base power, although the maximum turbo power can go over 150 W as per Intel specifications. Graphics sub-system is led by an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU with 16 GB 256-bit memory, and 175 W power tuning.

XMG's innovative OASIS air+liquid cooling solution tackles heat from the beastly i9-14900HX and RTX 4090 Laptop GPU. Connectivity includes a 100 W PD USB-C port. The notebook has an elaborate aluminium channel heatsink with multiple flat heatpipes, but there's also a liquid coolant channel with exterior fittings. The XMG OASIS accessory (purchased separately), can be quick connected to this, which contains a liquid cooling loop with a pump, reservoir, radiator, and probably something to deal with the residual air in the loop. You can opt for a CHERRY-sourced RGB-illuminated mechanical keyboard. The XMG 16 packs mostly the same hardware, except GPU choices offered between an RTX 4080 Laptop GPU and the top RTX 4090 Laptop GPU. It comes with a gorgeous 500 nits 16:10 display.

With the XMG CORE 16, XMG's CORE series gets a new 16-inch model, whose features are based on the current top models of the NEO seri
es in many details. Powered by AMD's Ryzen 7 7840HS and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 or 4060, the laptop is aimed at the upper mid-range, but also adds features from the premium segment. These include, for example, an optional keyboard with CHERRY MX Ultra Low Profile Tactile switches, a 99 Wh battery and a liquid metal thermal compound for cooling the processor and graphics card. For the first time, there is also a configuration option for up to 96 GB DDR5 RAM.

The XMG CORE 16 (L23) is the first laptop in the CORE series to come in a 16-inch format and, alongside the APEX 15 and APEX 17, is now the third model to be based on an AMD Phoenix CPU featuring the Ryzen 7 7840HS with 8 cores and 16 threads. XMG offers the laptop with either an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 or an RTX 4060, each with a graphics power of 140 watts (115 watts plus 25 watts Dynamic Boost). A composite cooling system with four heat pipes, separate heat sinks on all four air outlets and liquid metal for improved heat transfer from both the CPU and GPU is utilised to provide high continuous performance.

Schenker XMG also unveiled the new PRO 16 Studio workstation laptop at the Computex 2023 event, which will be equipped with an Intel Core i9-13900H CPU and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070. In addition, the company is announcing the new WORK Base series and Vision-series laptops that are available under the Schenker brand, introducing new form-factors and bringing several other updates.

The new XMG Pro 16 Studio promises to be quite a versatile workstation laptop aimed at content creators, using a 16:10 aspect ratio screen, and packing some serious power with Intel's Core i9-13900H CPU and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card, as well as two DDR5 slots with DDR5-5200 support, and Thunderbolt 4. The XMG Pro 16 Studio also comes with NVIDIA Studio certification. Schenker also showed the efficient vapor chamber cooling that will be used in the XMG Pro 16 Studio. It also brings several upgrades compared to the current XMG Focus 16 laptop, which it can be compared to, at least performance-wise, including an additional USB-C power delivery, a Windows Hello camera, 2.5 Gbit LAN, longer battery life, and a slimmer aluminium body. Schenker notes that the XMG PRO 16 Studio should be available in Europe in late July or early August.

With the new PRO and the FOCUS (E23), XMG introduces two laptop series on a similar hardware basis: Both feature Intel's Core i9-13900HX and NVIDIA graphics cards up to the GeForce RTX 4070. While the PRO 15 and PRO 17 are slightly thinner as gaming workstations and boast more extensive connectivity, the FOCUS scores at a more affordable price and is not only available in 15.6 and 17.3-inch versions, but also in a 16-inch format. For the laptops originally designed as an entry-level series, the hardware upgrades mean a significant upgrade: the FOCUS series moves closer to the PRO laptops.

The key components found in the new XMG PRO 15 and PRO 17 as well as the XMG FOCUS 15, FOCUS 16 and FOCUS 17 are almost identical. All laptops employ Intel's Core i9-13900HX with 24 cores (8 P-cores, 16 E-cores) and 32 threads. The freely configurable graphics card options each include NVIDIA's new, DLSS-3-capable GeForce RTX 4050 (FOCUS only) as well as 4060 and 4070 (FOCUS and PRO) with a maximum graphics power rating of up to 140 watts (115 watts TGP plus 25 watts Dynamic Boost 2.0). However, since the clock behaviour and the actual power consumption of the GPUs in the new generation are subject to much more restrictive, application-specific specifications from NVIDIA, the maximum values are only achieved in synthetic stress tests such as Furmark - according to the official requirements of the graphics chip manufacturer.

German boutique gaming notebook and mobile workstation builder Schenker XMG unveiled its latest line of mobile powerhouses that combine 13th Gen Core "Raptor Lake-HX" mobile processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40-series "Ada Lovelace" Laptop GPUs. The 2023 XMG Neo 17 packs an 8P+16E Core i9-13900HX processor, two DDR5 SO-DIMM slots, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU with 175 W power limit, and a 17-inch 16:10 2560 x 1600 pixels display that supports G-SYNC. The machine supports NVIDIA Advanced Optimus power management. Its centered keyboard features Cherry MX ULP Tactile mechanical keyswitches. The XMG Neo 17 is designed to provide a power-packed mobile workstation and gaming experience on the move. There is a slightly smaller version of the same notebook, the XMG Neo 15, but with a 15.6-inch display, but the same hardware.

While the XMG Neo 17 is positioned more like a mobile workstation, the 2023 XMG Ultra 17 is thoroughly wooing competitive gamers and PC enthusiasts, with its RGB LED-illuminated keyboard, a meatier heatsink designed for extended gameplay sessions, and an overall racy product design. Under the hood is similar hardware to the Neo, with an i9-13900HX 8P+16E processor, two DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM slots, an M.2 NVMe Gen 5 SSD, two Thunderbolt 4 interfaces, and that sweet GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU with 175 W PL. the XMG Neo has an interesting air+liquid hybrid cooling solution that is detachable.

CHERRY MX, the market leader and expert for mechanical switches in keyboards, is expanding the MX Ultra Low Profile series (ULP) with a tactile version without an audible click. The manufacturer of innovative switches thus offers end customers another option in the areas of "high-end laptop keyboards" and "ultra-thin desktop keyboards". The CHERRY MX Ultra Low Profile Tactile comes with all the unique features and distinctive characteristics for which the series is known worldwide. Since the ULP switch is not only an absolute technical masterpiece but has also set a patented standard and allows new technical possibilities for designing ultra-low profile laptop and desktop keyboards within the premium segment, the product received the "German Innovation Award". This makes CHERRY MX an award-winning innovation leader.

In March 2021, the MX Ultra Low Profile switch was introduced as a completely new development and a milestone in switch development: With an overall height of just 3.5 millimeters, CHERRY MX unveiled the shallowest model in its product range. Particularly for laptops, this allows the realization of fully mechanical high-end keyboards that clearly stand out from previous solutions in terms of pleasant tactile feel, intensive feedback during gaming or typing, and increased reliability as well as greater durability without changing the format. The CHERRY MX ULP also opens up new possibilities for desktop keyboards that were previously technically unfeasible. The exclusive and patented switch design incorporates the feature set of CHERRY MX switches that have been proven for decades, ensuring maximum precision and perfect function even in the new design.

With the XMG APEX 15 (E20) introduced in March 2020, XMG attracted much attention for the world's first laptop with AMD Ryzen desktop processors for Socket AM4. It is now succeeded by the XMG APEX 15 MAX (E22), which brings an update to CPUs up to the Ryzen 9 5900X and 5950X, a GeForce RTX 3070 and a motherboard with a B550 chipset. By focusing on desktop processors, the MAX version also differs from the XMG APEX 15 (M21) presented in 2021, which utilises conventional mobile CPUs. In line with the desktop replacement approach, the size and weight are somewhat higher in order to integrate a powerful cooling system.

The E22 version of the XMG APEX 15 MAX comes with a B550 chipset motherboard and several hardware updates compared to its B450 based predecessor, the XMG APEX 15 (E20). To begin with, the laptop makes the leap to Nvidia's current GeForce RTX 3070 and RTX 3060. Both graphics cards operate at 115 watts TGP and are now connected via PCI Express 4.0, as is the primary M.2 SSD.