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New Lenovo gaming laptops come with AI features, better thermal design

Upgrade your PC game

Published

June 24, 2024

GadgetMatch

In case you missed it, Lenovo unveiled a refreshed line of gaming laptops over the weekend, ranging from the more affordable Lenovo LOQ to the flagship level Lenovo Legion 9i.

Particularly, the new lineup of Lenovo Legion laptops include the following models:

Lenovo Legion 9i
Lenovo Legion 7i
Lenovo Legion 5i
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i

Meanwhile, the new Lenovo LOQ Gen 9 laptops come in the 15IRX9 and 15IAX9 models.

These next generation gaming devices feature AI-powered innovations and a new thermal design, letting it effortlessly handle gameplay.

AI features

Both the new Legion and LOQ devices are equipped with the newly developed Lenovo LA AI Core Chips. These provide a fully user-customizable AI-assisted performance boost for higher FPS and an overall top-tier experience.

It may not seem like a lot but it these new chips allow the new laptops to achieve peak power efficiency.

Brand new thermal design

Moreover, Lenovo’s partnership with Intel has led to a redefined thermal design. The Legion Coldfront Hyper thermal solution helps to manage airflow within gaming laptops.

The new system exclusive to the Legion 7i and Legion 5i optimizes heat management by transforming the airflow within the chassis and channeling the hot air from the chips through a central hyperbaric chamber.

The bottom D-cover also isolates the expelled hot air from the cold air drawn in by dual fans. This allows for higher frame rates during gaming sessions and cooler temperatures overall.

For the Lenovo LOQ, the hyperchamber thermal technology draws out up to an additional 25W of power in Extreme Mode. That’s while maintaining skin temperatures up to 2 degrees Celsius cooler. Not only that, the fan noise has been reduced to up to 2dB compared to the last generation.

Be a leader of the pack

The Lenovo Legion laptops are powered by 14th Gen Intel Core processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics for unbeatable processing power. They come in configurations of up to 64GB memory and 2TB of Gen4 PCIe storage. Furthermore, power rangers from an integrated 80wh to 99.99Whr battery.

Each device also comes with a 16-inch PureSight display. TrueStrike keyboard 4-zone RGB backlit. per-key RGB backlit (with lighting lens)

On the other hand, the budget-friendlier Lenovo LOQ are powered by up to a 13th Gen Intel Core i5 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card. They have a 15.6-inch display, up to 32GB of memory, and up to 2TB of storage.

These units leverage the Lenovo LA1 AI chip powered by the Lenovo AI Engine+ through Lenovo Vantage, dynamically tuning the laptops power, fan curves, and other necessary settings to maximize performance according to a specific task.

Pricing for the Lenovo Legion lineup starts at PhP 144,995 while the new Lenovo LOQ may be purchased for as low as PhP 51,995.

Laptops

Spotlight: ASUS Zenbook A16

The first Windows laptop that feels different

Published

May 7, 2026

GadgetMatch and Michael Josh Villanueva

The ASUS Zenbook A16 is one of the most interesting Snapdragon-powered Windows laptops right now, but how does it actually perform?

After two weeks of traveling to Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Manila, Los Angeles and back to New York, here’s THE Michael Josh covering the Zenbook A16’s battery life, performance, OLED display, and real-world use.

This is the first Windows laptop that feels different.

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Laptops

MacBook Neo already “supply constrained” amid unexpected demand

New purchases are reportedly getting delayed.

Published

May 4, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

It’s been a crazy month for Apple fans on a budget. The debuts of the iPhone 17e and the MacBook Neo have brought the classic Apple experience to a wider market. Though the former is a bright spot on its own, the new MacBook Neo is currently breaking the company’s expectations as new orders are already “supply constrained.”

Last week, Tim Cook held an earnings call (via Six Colors) which includes the latest additions to Apple’s lineup. For the affordable iPhone, Cook gave a special shoutout as “the newest addition to what is already the strongest iPhone lineup we’ve ever had.” However, he was much more appreciative for the MacBook Neo’s role in the company’s notebook lineup.

Responding to a query about the new notebook, Cook says that the company “undercalled the level of enthusiasm” generated by the MacBook Neo. He also cited “tremendous enthusiasm” for the device in his main presentation.

Though he didn’t have the numbers to bolster his claims, he did give anecdotal examples of public schools switching over to Apple from Chromebooks and Windows PCs.

Finally, he says that the MacBook Neo is currently “supply constrained,” meaning new purchases will likely come with a delay before delivery.

Outside of the corporate perspective, there has been a lot of excitement for the notebook. Even if it uses the A18 Pro chip, the MacBook Neo promises a powerful notebook experience as is typical of Apple’s more traditional MacBooks. And to top it all off, it starts at only US$ 599, creating one of the most tempting offers for users who want to dip their toes into the Apple ecosystem.

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MacBook Neo officially arrives at Power Mac Center

Nationwide limited-time offers available

Published

April 24, 2026

Manila Connoisseur

The all-new MacBook Neo has officially arrived in the Philippines through Power Mac Center. Simultaneous launch events were held at Greenbelt 3 and SM Megamall.

Customers who lined up for the launch received an event-exclusive bundle which includes an AirPods Pro 2 and AirTag 4-pack, as well as over PhP 12,000 worth of freebies for those with qualified pre-orders.

In addition, those in Greenbelt and SM Megamall who lined up until the evening got a chance to win up to PhP 600,000 worth of prizes (PhP 300,000 per location).

And great news even for those unable to attend: PMC is extending its opening promotions over the coming days.

Now available in Power Mac Center stores nationwide, the MacBook Neo comes with these exclusive offers:

Up to 50% off on a wide selection of accessories until April 30 for sstraight payments
Redeem up to Php 5,000 off (2,500 points) through the 1 Infinite program, no minimum spend, until April 26
UpTrade: Score up to PhP 4,000 additional trade-in value with a MacBook Air (M2 or earlier) until May 10
Complimentary 90-day software fix and free Basecamp training for purchases until April 30

For flexible financing, the MacBook Neo is also available through 0% interest installment plans of up to 36 months. This is through major banks and other financial institutions.