A series of Acer-branded laptops have just been released PHOTO: ACER According to Engadget, Acer’s upgraded ConceptD 5 laptop combines an H-series processor with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 mobile GPU for ray tracing. Users can purchase them in configurations with up to 64 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage. They have a 16-inch 3K display with a 16:10 aspect ratio. ConceptD 5 is capable of 4K video processing, 8K editing, multi-application, multi-monitor workflows, as well as 2D and 3D software rendering programs. They come with several connectivity options like 2 USB-C ports, Thunderbolt 4 support, HDMI 2.1 and an SD card reader. Acer also gives users a choice of ConceptD 5 Pro laptops with Nvidia RTX A5000 or RTX A3000 GPUs. Since both are professional-grade graphics cards, these options will require consumers to spend more money than the non-Pro ConceptD 5 laptop. Meanwhile, the ConceptD 7 Ezel convertible laptop model has also been updated with Intel’s new 11th Gen Core i7-11800H processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 mobile GPU. It features a 15.6-inch 4K display and configurable with up to 32 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage. The device has a variety of usage modes thanks to Acer’s flexible hinge design and comes with a Wacom ER pen. Like the ConceptD 5, the ConceptD 7 Ezel also comes in a pro version powered by Intel’s Xeon W-11955M processor with Nvidia’s professional-grade RTX A5000 or A3000 GPU. Finally, Acer’s mid-range ConceptD 3 devices have also been upgraded with 11th Gen Intel H-series processors and Nvidia’s RTX 3050 Ti mobile GPUs. They are available in two variants, the standard ConceptD 3 and the convertible ConceptD 3 Ezel. Acer has also rolled out Pro versions of both, with Intel’s H-series processors bumped up to Core i7 options and Nvidia T1200 mobile GPUs. All ConceptD 3 models feature FHD displays, SSD storage, and Thunderbolt 4 support. ConceptD 5 will be the first member of Acer’s new product series to be released, with a starting date of July with a starting price of 2,199 EUR. Other laptop models launched by Acer this time include ConceptD 7 Ezel, ConceptD 3 and ConceptD 3 Ezel priced at EUR 2,699, EUR 1,299 and USD 1,600, respectively.

Machines like the Predator Triton 300, Predator Helios 300, and Nitro 5 will now come in upgraded configurations with the latest 11th Gen Intel Core H series processors and Nvidia’s GeForce RTX GPUs, including the GeForce RTX 3050 and Nvidia’s GeForce RTX GPUs. The latest RTX 3050 Ti that the company has just announced. In addition to the deep upgrades inside, Acer also updated the screens of the above products to help gamers not miss any movement. The new display panels will take advantage of the enhanced performance that Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 3000 discrete graphics provide, the option of ultra-fast FHD 360Hz or 165Hz QHD panels on the Predator series. The Nitro 5 series will have a 165Hz QHD screen. Along with Intel’s H-series processors, Acer claims that the CPU’s clock speed can reach frequencies up to 5GHz. The Predator Triton can be configured with a 32 GB RTX 3080 DDR4 GPU for extreme performance in a 1.9cm thin machine. To keep the blow molding machine cool, Acer features exclusive 5th generation AeroBlade 3D fans with metal blades and bionic blade tip design for 55% better airflow than comparable plastic fan designs. The Predator Triton will be available in July with prices starting at $1,699. The Predator Helios uses the same 5th generation AeroBlade 3D cooling system and Intel’s H-series processors with the RTX 3070 GPU. The Helios 17 model also has similar thermal performance and comes with a dedicated Turbo key for overclocking. out of the box and supports Thunderbolt 4 and USB-C. The price of the Helios 17 is yet to be announced. Finally, the Nitro 5, the machine is equipped with Intel’s Core H processor along with Nvidia’s GeForce RTX 3070 GPU with 2 sizes of 5.6 inches or 17.3 inches. The screen-to-body ratio is 80%, the key travel is 1.6mm deep, the touchpad is completely black, and the RGB keyboard. The Nitro will be available in June. The 15-inch version starts at $1,099, while the 17-inch version costs $100 less. According to Digitaltrends

The global chip shortage has hit automakers hard, especially Ford, as it said it would have to cut production in half in the second quarter. In the latest move, auto industry groups have pressed the Biden administration to secure chip supplies for manufacturing plants. The new alliance will include a number of large chip companies such as AT&T, Cisco Systems, General Electric, Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Verizon Communications. The group announced that it will resist government actions to support the industry, which is struggling in production because of the chip shortage problem. Tech companies like Apple or Microsoft are also affected by the situation, but much less severely than automakers. Last month, the iPhone maker said it could lose $3 to $4 billion in sales in the current quarter because of chip shortages. According to Reuters

Razer Razer has announced the new Blade 15 Advanced featuring Intel’s 11th Gen H-series processors. The highest configuration uses Core i9-11900H combined with 16GB RTX 3080 GPU and 4K 60Hz OLED touch screen. This is the smallest 15-inch gaming laptop equipped with RTX graphics, the machine is only 15.8mm thick. However, this version will only have the highest configuration, Core i7-11800H, RTX 3060 GPU, 16 GB RAM and 240Hz QHD IPS screen. The Razer Laptop will be available for pre-order from May 17 and will ship in June. Prices start at $2,299. HP HP has three new laptops including ZBook Fury G8, ZBook Power G8 and ZBook Studio G8. Studio G8 is configured with an Intel Core i9-11950H processor, along with a 16GB Nvidia RTX 3080 GPU or an Nvidia RTX A5000 GPU for creative users. Screen options for the ZBook Studio G8 include 1080p IPS, 4K 120Hz IPS, or 4K OLED. HP ZBook Studio G8 will be available in the market from July with an unannounced price. Meanwhile, the Power G8 and Fury G8 will launch this summer. Asus Today, Asus introduced the new Zephyrus model. The first is the Zephyrus M16, which is a bit higher than the Zephyrus G14 and Zephyrus G15. The Zephyrus M16 has an Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU, along with Intel’s H-series chips. Regarding the screen, Zephyrus M16 has a 16:10 aspect ratio, QHD resolution and 165Hz refresh rate. Next is the Zephyrus S17 model, a high-end gaming laptop equipped with an Intel Core i9-11900H, 48GB of RAM, and an Nvidia RTX 3080 with 16GB of VRAM. Pricing and availability for the Zephyrus M16 are yet to be announced, and the Zephyrus S17 will be available at some point in Q2 in North America. Lenovo Legion Lenovo’s new Legion 7i and 5i Pro also use a 16:10 screen ratio for the 16-inch version combined with a 165Hz refresh rate. Legion 7i has the highest configuration with Intel Core i9-11980HK, with up to 16GB Nvidia RTX 3080 GPU. The Lenovo 5i Pro comes in a Core i7-11800H configuration, with an Nvidia RTX 3070. There’s also Nvidia’s new RTX 3050 and 3050 Ti GPU options. The Legion 7i and 5i Pro will both release in June with prices starting at $1,769 and $1,329 respectively, while the 5i will launch later in July with prices starting at $969. MSI MSI announces new gaming and creator laptops, the first being the Creator Z16 model for creative users. The Creator Z16 has a 120Hz 16:10 QHD+ touchscreen and an Nvidia GeForce 3060 with a Core i7-11800H or Core i9-11900H. The lower Creator M16 will have a QHD+ display, but the internal specs drop to Intel’s RTX 3050 Ti and Core i7. There’s also a new Creator 17 that uses up to Core i9 and RTX 3080 chips, and comes with a Mini LED display. For gaming laptops, MSI offers a series of products including GE76, GE66 Raider, GS76 Stealth, GS66 Stealth, GP76 Leopard, GP66 Leopard, GL76 Pulse and GL66 Pulse. Finally, there are the new “Katana” and “Sword” laptops, which use Core i7-11800H CPUs and Nvidia RTX 3060, RTX 3050 Ti, and RTX 3050 GPUs. The MSI Creator Z16 starts at $2,599, the Katana models start at $999, the Sword starts at $1,099, and the price for the Creator M16 has yet to be announced. They will be released later this month on May 16. Dell/ Alienware The first is the Alienware M15 R6 model using Core i9 11900H, 32GB of RAM and Nvidia RTX 3080 8GB. It has a 15.6-inch screen with options of 1080p 165Hz, 1080p 360Hz or QHD 240Hz. Dell also introduced the thin Alienware X17, with an 11th generation Intel Core processor and a 30-series GPU from Nvidia. Meanwhile, the Dell brand introduces the new G15 using an 11th-generation six-core Core i7 CPU, an Nvidia 30-series GPU and a 120Hz or 165Hz display for 15.6-inch, 1080p resolution. In addition to gaming machines, Dell also announced the XPS 15 and XPS 17 using the latest Intel processors, Nvidia RTX graphics and also a new OLED version of the XPS 15. Finally, Dell did not forget to upgrade. configuration level for the business-focused Precision and Latitude series. The Alienware M15 R6 will start at $1,299.99, the Dell G15 at $949.99, the XPS 15 at $1,199.99, and the XPS 17 at $1,399.99. All are on sale now. Information about Alienware X17 will be more detailed next month. Gigabytes Gigabyte also announced new laptops for the Aero, Aorus and G series. First up are the new Aero series laptops geared towards creators. The Aero 15 OLED has an OLED display and up to Intel Core i9-11980HK, RTX 3080 and 4K HDR processors. Meanwhile, the Aero 17 HDR has the same specs, but it has a larger 17.3-inch screen and this is an IPS display instead of an OLED one. Meanwhile, for gaming laptops, Gigabyte has Aorus 15P, Aorus 17G and Aorus 17X. 15P and 17G use Intel Core i7-11800H processor, up to Nvidia RTX 3080 16GB. The Aorus 15P has a 15.6-inch 1080p IPS display with a 240Hz or 360Hz refresh rate, while the Aorus 17G has a 17.3-inch IPS display with a 300Hz refresh rate. The Aorus 17X also has a 17.3-inch 300Hz IPS display, comes with an RTX 3080, but it has a more powerful Intel Core i9-11980HK processor. Finally, there are 4 15.6-inch G5 MD/G5 GD models and 17.3-inch G7 MD/G7 GD models. They all have screens with 1080p resolution and 144Hz refresh rate. The G5 MD and G5 GD have an Intel Core i5-11400H processor, the G7 MD has an i7-11800H, and the G7 GD has an i5-11400H. GPU options include Nvidia’s new RTX 3050 and 3050 Ti. Aero 15 OLED starts at $1,799, Aero 17 HDR starts at $2,499, both in stock. Meanwhile, Aorus 15P costs from $ 1,599, 17G costs from 2,099. The G5 and G7 will be available to order now, with the G5 starting at $1,149. Acer Acer has 3 newly announced laptops including Predator Triton 300, Predator Helios 300 and Nitro 5. The Triton 300 has a 4.6 GHz Intel 11th Gen H-series processor, an Nvidia RTX 3080 GPU and 32GB of RAM. Optional screen QHD 165Hz or 1080p 360Hz. Next up is the Helios 300, which has Intel’s latest processor paired with 32GB of RAM, but maxes out with an Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU. Like the Triton 300, it’s also available with a 360Hz 1080p or 165Hz QHD display. Similarly, the Nitro 5 also comes with Intel’s latest generation chip, RTX 3070 GPU and 32 GB RAM. Acer says the Nitro 5 has a 15.6- or 17.3-inch QHD IPS display with a 165Hz refresh rate. The Predator Triton 300 will be available in North America from July with a starting price of $1,699, while the Nitro 5 will be available from June with a starting price of $999. Predator Helios 300 currently has no price and release date.