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CES 2022: Intel claims i9-12900HK mobile CPU to be more powerful than Apple’s M1 Max

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CES 2022: Intel claims i9-12900HK mobile CPU to be more powerful than Apple’s M1 Max

Intel has finally announced the 12th Gen Alder Lake CPUs for laptops. Like their desktop counterpart, they are based on Intel 7 (10nm) process and feature hybrid core architecture. In this article, we will be discussing the key specs and features of 12th Gen Intel Alder Lake mobile processors.

Intel 12th Gen Alder Lake Mobile Processors:

Intel announced an Arm-like hybrid core architecture for its 12th Gen desktops processors last year. As expected, this has made its way to the Alder Lake mobile CPUs as well.

As aforementioned, these are built on Intel 7 process node and feature two different kinds of CPU cores. The first is the Performance cores (or P-cores) which are designed to handle low-latency single-threaded performance.

Thus, it’ll mostly be active during gaming and productivity workload. On the other hand, we have Efficient cores (or E-cores) that are better suited for multi-threaded processes.

In addition, 12th gen processors bring support for both DDR4 and DDR5 RAM and their low-powered “LP” counterparts. These CPUs also have support for Wi-Fi 6E and Thunderbolt 4 (up to 40Gbps).

Moreover, the newly announced laptop processors are divided into three categories: H-series, P-series, and U-series.

12th Gen H-series

As with the previous iterations, the H-series is home to Intel’s high-performance mobile CPUs—the ones you are most likely to see in flagship gaming laptops.

Here, you get to choose between Core i5, i7, and i9 models. All the i7 and i9 chips have 9 P-core while the i5 only has 4 of them. Almost every CPU in this lineup has 8 E-cores except for the Core i7-12650H and i5-12450H that have 4 E-cores.

Core i9-12900HK

Anyway, the elephant in the room is definitely the Core i9-12900HK, which has a maximum turbo frequency of 5.0GHz. This chip brings 28% better gaming performance and a 43% boost in 3D rendering than the i9-11980HK. It is also the only CPU in the lineup to support overclocking.

More importantly, Intel says i9-12900HK is the “world’s best mobile gaming platform” based on its comparison with AMD’s Ryzen 9 5900HX. As per the company, it even outperforms Apple’s M1 Max in select productivity benchmarks such as PugetBench and AutoDesk.

i9-12900HK i9-12900H i7-12800H i7-12700H i7-12650H i5-12600H i5-12500H i5-12450H
Processor Cores 14 14 14 14 10 12 12 8
Processor Threads 20 20 20 20 16 16 16 12
Number of P-cores 6 6 6 6 6 4 4 4
Number of E-cores 8 8 8 8 4 8 8 4
Smart Cache (L3) 24MB 24MB 24MB 24MB 24MB 18MB 18MB 12MB
Max Turbo Frequency (GHz) P-core 5.0 5.0 4.8 4.7 4.7 4.5 4.5 4.4
E-core 3.8 3.8 3.7 3.5 3.5 3.3 3.3 3.3
Base Frequency (GHz) P-core 2.5 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.3 2.7 2.5 2.0
E-core 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.7 1.7 2.0 1.8 1.5
Processor Graphics Execution Units (EU) 96 96 96 96 64 80 80 48
Max Graphics Frequency (GHz) 1.45 1.45 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.3 1.2
Base Power (PL1) 45W
Turbo Power (PL2) 115W 115W 115W 115W 115W 95W 95W 95W

12th Gen P-Series

Next is the P series, which is the first-ever in Intel’s mobile CPU lineup. It is the middle ground between the high-power H-series and low-power U-series. These processors have a base power of 28W and will be used in performance-focused thin & light laptops.

Intel has announced a total of 6 P-series CPUs starting with the Core i3-1220P to up to i7-1280P. A lot of them are quite identical to their H-series counterparts but have lower base and turbo frequencies because of the lower wattage.

i7-1280P i7-1270P i7-1260P i5-1250P i5-1240P i3-1220P
Processor Cores 14 12 12 12 12 10
Processor Threads 20 16 16 16 16 12
Number of P-cores 6 4 4 4 4 2
Number of E-cores 8
Smart Cache (L3) 24MB 18MB 18MB 12MB 12MB 12MB
Max Turbo Frequency (GHz) up to P-core 4.8 4.8 4.7 4.4 4.4 4.4
E-core 3.6 3.5 3.4 3.3 3.3 3.3
Base Frequency (GHz) P-core 1.8 2.2 2.1 1.7 1.7 1.5
E-core 1.3 1.6 1.5 1.2 1.2 1.1
Processor Graphics Execution Units (EU) 96 96 96 80 80 64
Max Graphics Frequency (GHz) 1.45 1.4 1.4 1.4 1.3 1.1
Base Power (PL1) 28W
Turbo Power (PL2) 64W

12th Gen Intel U-Series

The U-series will be used in mainstream laptops without much performance requirement. It is further home to two categories of chips: one with a 15W base power and the other with a 9W base power. You can easily differentiate between the two from their moniker. The 15W powered ones end in “5U” or “5” in their name whereas the 9W chips are suffixed with “0U” or “0”.

Alder Lake U-Series (15W)

i7-1265U i7-1255U i5-1245U i5-1235U i3-1215U Pentium 8505 Celeron 7305
Processor Cores 10 10 10 10 6 5 5
Processor Threads 12 12 12 12 8 6 6
Number of P-cores 2 2 2 2 2 1 1
Number of E-cores 8 8 8 8 4 4 4
Smart Cache (L3) 12MB 12MB 12MB 12MB 10MB 8MB 8MB
Max Turbo Frequency (GHz) P-core 4.8 4.7 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 N/A
E-core 3.6 3.5 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 N/A
Base Frequency (GHz) P-core 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.3 1.2 1.2 1.1
E-core 1.3 1.2 1.2 0.9 0.9 0.9 0.9
Processor Graphics Execution Unit (EU) 96 96 80 80 64 48 48
Max Graphics Frequency (GHz) 1.25 1.25 1.2 1.2 1.1 0.9 0.9
Base Power (PL1) 15W
Turbo Power (PL2) 55W

Alder Lake U-Series (9W)

i7-1260U i7-1250U i5-1240U i5-1230U i3-1210U Pentium
8500		 Celeron
7300
Processor Cores 10 10 10 10 6 5 5
Processor Threads 12 12 12 12 8 6 6
Number of P-cores 2 2 2 2 2 1 1
Number of E-cores 8 8 8 8 4 4 4
Smart Cache (L3) 12MB 12MB 12MB 12MB 10MB 8MB 8MB
Max Turbo Frequency (GHz) P-core 4.7 4.7 4.4 4.4 4.4 4.4 N/A
E-core 3.5 3.5 3.3 3.3 3.3 3.3 N/A
Base Frequency (GHz) P-core 1.1 1.1 1.1 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
E-core 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.7
Processor Graphics Execution Unit (EU) 96 96 80 80 64 48 48
Max Graphics Frequency (GHz) 0.95 0.95 0.9 0.85 0.85 0.8 0.8
Base Power (PL1) 9W
Turbo Power (PL2) 29W

Intel Evo and vPro Announcements

The third edition of Intel Evo specifications now includes a number of new “Intelligent Collaboration” technologies such as AI background noise cancellation, integrated Wi-Fi 6E, and Intel Connectivity Performance Suite. Similarly, the vPro platform has also been updated based on the new 12th Gen processors.

Intel 12th Gen Mobile Processors Availability

According to Intel, there are over 350 laptop designs using 12th Gen Alder Lake mobile processors. We will see these laptops in the market starting Q1 2022.

Mobile Processor Family Availability
Intel 12th Gen (Alder Lake) Q1 2022
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the MSI GP66 Leopard 11UG (2021).

Vivo V23 Pro with a color-changing design, 108MP camera goes official

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Vivo V23 Pro with a color-changing design, 108MP camera goes official

Vivo V23e became the first phone in the V23 lineup when it went official back in November last year. The company has now added a Pro variant to the lineup, whose highlighting feature is a color-changing back. In this post, we will go through the official specs, features, expected price in Nepal, and availability of the Vivo V23 Pro.

Vivo V23 Pro Overview:

To note, V23 Pro is a simple rebrand of the Vivo S12 Pro for the global market. The S12 Pro was launched a few weeks back in China, and it runs on OriginOS Ocean based on Android 11. On the contrary, the V23 Pro boots on Android 12-based Funtouch OS 12.

Design & Display

Anyway, the biggest talking point of this phone is definitely its photochromic color-changing back. For this, Vivo has employed a fluorite AG (Anti Glare) glass back with a layer of crystals on top. And the Sunshine Gold variant of the phone will change color between gold and blue/coral green gradient depending on how light strikes the surface.

But if all this is a little too flamboyant for you, V23 Pro’s Stardust Black finish brings a much more subtle design instead. Moving on, unlike the standard V23, this one has a curved display and side railings. The phone measures 7.36mm thick and weighs just 171 grams.

Upfront, you’re getting a 6.56″ Full HD AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 1300 nits of peak brightness. This screen embeds an in-display fingerprint sensor underneath as well. Like last year’s V20 Pro, there’s an iPhone-inspired “bathtub” notch to house the dual-selfie cameras on top.

Moreover, this display has HDR10+ and TÜV Rheinland certified against low blue light emission. V23 Pro’s standard touch sampling rate is just 120Hz—or 240Hz when turning on the Game Mode.

Performance

Getting to the performance side of things, the V23 Pro is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 1200. This 5G-ready chipset has been joined by either 8 or 12GB RAM LPDDR4X RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. There’s even a 17,416 mm2 ultra-thin VC (Vapor Chamber) cooling system for better heat dissipation.

MediaTek Dimensity 1200

The phone also enjoys Vivo’s Extended RAM 2.0, which borrows up to 4GB of internal storage as RAM whenever necessary. Like I mentioned earlier, it runs on Android 12 with Funtouch OS 12 on top that brings new widgets called “Stickers”, a cleaner UI, and a more privacy-focused UX.

Cameras

Besides design, cameras are another highlight of Vivo’s V series of smartphones. Here, the V23 Pro features a triple camera setup at the back with a 108MP f/1.88 main sensor. This has been paired alongside an 8MP ultrawide lens with a 120º Field of View (FoV) and a 2MP macro shooter. The aforementioned notch gets a 50MP f/2.0 primary and an 8MP wide-angle selfie camera (105º FoV).

Vivo V23 Pro - Cameras

V23 Pro’s 50MP main selfie camera also has Eye AF and “Sports Mode” for delivering stable selfies. Then there’s the “AI Extreme Night” mode that Vivo says churns out clear and brighter selfies even during low-light conditions. The selfie camera can shoot 4K selfie videos as well. However, there’s no OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) on any of the cameras onboard.

Rest of the specs

Other specs of the V23 Pro include a 4300mAh battery with 44W FlashCharge (wired). Thankfully, Vivo is providing a compatible charger inside the box as well—on top of a USB-C to 3.5mm adapter, an earphone, and a case. For connectivity, it supports WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and SA/NSA 5G. While the phone skips on a 3.5mm headphone jack, it does support aptX, aptX HD, and LDAC Bluetooth audio codecs.

Vivo V23 Pro Specifications:

  • Body: 73.27 x 159.46 x 7.36mm, 171 gm, AG glass back
  • Display: 6.54-inches AMOLED panel, 90Hz refresh rate, Up to 240Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10+, Up to 1300 nits brightness
  • Resolution: FHD+ (2376 x 1080 pixels), 398 PPI
  • Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 1200 5G (6nm)
  • Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage (fixed)
  • Software & UI: Android 12 with Vivo’s Funtouch OS 12 on top
  • Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
    – 108MP, f/1.88 primary sensor
    – 8MP, f/2.2 ultrawide lens, 120º FOV
    – 2MP, f/2.4 macro lens
  • Front Camera: Dual (50MP f/2.0 primary, 8MP ultrawide)
  • Audio: Single bottom-firing speaker, No 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Security: In-display fingerprint sensor (optical)
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient Light, Gyro, Proximity, E-compass
  • Connectivity: Dual-SIM (Nano), WiFi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Galileo / QZSS / NavIC, USB Type-C, 4G LTE, 5G
  • Battery: 4300mAh with 44W FlashCharge (wired)
  • Color Options: Stardust Black, Sunshine Gold

Vivo V23 Pro Price in Nepal & Availability

Vivo V23 Pro starts at INR 38,990 in India for the 8/128GB model, while the 12/256GB configuration costs INR 43,990. Its pre-booking starts from January 5 and will be available from January 13. We expect the price of the Vivo V23 Pro in Nepal to start at NPR 71,500 if and when it launches here.

Vivo V23 Pro Price in India Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB INR 38,990 NPR 71,500
12/256GB INR 43,990 NPR 81,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo V20.

CES 2022: AMD unveils Zen 3+ based Ryzen 6000 mobile CPUs with RDNA 2 graphics

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CES 2022: AMD unveils Zen 3+ based Ryzen 6000 mobile CPUs with RDNA 2 graphics

AMD has officially unveiled the Ryzen 6000 series mobile processors based on the upgraded Zen 3+ architecture during its CES 2022 keynote yesterday. The company claims that these chips can deliver up to 1.3x faster processing power than last year’s Ryzen 5000 series and up to 24 hours of battery life.

AMD Ryzen 6000 Series Overview:

Just like its predecessor, the Ryzen 6000 lineup—codenamed “Rembrandt”—will have both the ‘H’ and ‘U’ suffixed CPUs. As you might’ve guessed, the latter is aimed at portable notebooks while the former will power gaming, creator-centric laptops of 2022.

Architecture

AMD Ryzen 6000 APU

These new APUs (Accelerated Processing Unit) are based on TSMC’s 6nm process node with the upgraded Zen 3+ architecture and AMD’s RDNA 2 graphics. Compared to Zen 3, the new architecture improves power management between cores. AMD is claiming 15-40% less power consumption during web browsing and video streaming.

Note: An APU is a mobile chip that combines CPU and GPU on a single die. It’s often interchangeably used with CPU. So, when we’re referring to CPU or APU in this article, they’re the same thing.

AMD Ryzen 6000 Series Mobile CPUs:

APUs Cores / Threads Base Clock Boost Clock L3 Cache Graphics TDP
H-Series
Ryzen 9 6980HX 8 / 16 3.3 GHz 5.00 GHz 16 MB 12 CU (2400 MHz) 45W+
Ryzen 9 6980HS 8 / 16 3.3 GHz 5.00 GHz 16 MB 12 CU (2400 MHz) 35W
Ryzen 9 6900HX 8 / 16 3.3 GHz 4.90 GHz 16 MB 12 CU (2400 MHz) 45W+
Ryzen 9 6900HS 8 / 16 3.3 GHz 4.90 GHz 16 MB 12 CU (2400 MHz) 35W
Ryzen 7 6800H 8 / 16 3.2 GHz 4.70 GHz 16 MB 12 CU (2200 MHz) 45W
Ryzen 7 6800HS 8 / 16 3.2 GHz 4.70 GHz 16 MB 12 CU (2200 MHz) 35W
Ryzen 5 6600H 6 / 12 3.3 GHz 4.50 GHz 12 MB 6 CU (1900 MHz) 45W
Ryzen 5 6600HS 6 / 12 3.3 GHz 4.50 GHz 12 MB 6 CU (1900 MHz) 35W
U-Series
Ryzen 7 6800U 8 / 16 2.7 GHz 4.7 GHz 16 MB 12 CU (2200 MHz) 15-28W
Ryzen 5 6600U 6 / 12 2.9 GHz 4.5 GHz 12 MB 6 CU (1900 MHz) 15-28W

Here, the ‘H’, ‘HS’, and ‘HX’-series of Ryzen chips have either 35W or 45W TDP. The Ryzen 5 6600U and Ryzen 7 6800U CPUs, on the other hand, can draw 15W to 28W power—which can be tweaked by laptop manufacturers as per their design.

Graphics leap

Moving on, the Ryzen 9 and Ryzen 7 processors incorporate RDNA 2-based Radeon 680M GPU with 12 Compute Units (CU), while the Ryzen 5 models feature Radeon 660M GPU with 6 CU. It provides a significant performance boost over the aging Vega graphics found on the Ryzen 5000 series.

Thanks to RDNA 2, these APUs also support hardware-accelerated ray tracing and DirectX 12 (DX12) Ultimate API. AMD claims they perform up to 2.1 times faster than the Vega GPUs and allow the majority of games to run at 1080p. Similarly, the chip-integrated AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution supersampling provides a 20-60% boost in frame rates.

AMD’s internal benchmark results of the U-series 6000 series CPUs say you can get 73fps on Deathloop and up to 114fps on Call of Duty: Vanguard with the super-sampling technique.

Rest of the specs

Aside from that, the new Rembrandt CPUs support DDR5@5200 and LPDDR5@6400 RAM—but don’t seem to support DDR4 RAM. In addition, they also bring PCIe 4.0, USB 4, Thunderbolt 3, HDMI 2.1, VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth LE 5.2 support.

AMD Ryzen 6000 Series Mobile CPUs: Availability

AMD expects to have over 200 premium Ryzen 6000-powered laptops on the market by 2022. Laptop manufacturers will announce their devices with these new CPUs during the ongoing CES 2022.

  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the MacBook Pro 16 (2021).

Here’s everything you need to know about Samsung’s 2022 TV lineup

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Here’s everything you need to know about Samsung’s 2022 TV lineup

Samsung has officially announced its 2022 lineup of TV on the ongoing CES 2022. The company has updated its lineup of Neo QLED, Micro LED, and Smart Lifestyle TVs. In this article, we will be taking a look at all the key features of Samsung’s 2022 TV lineup.

Samsung TV Lineup 2022 Overview:

Samsung QD-Display TV

While Samsung did not include it in its official release, the new 65″ QD-Display TV (OLED) has won a place in CES 2022’s “Best of Innovation” under the “Video Displays” category. It is based on Samsung’s RGB self-emitting Quantum Dot (QD) OLED technology. The TV sports Samsung’s One Design, Object Tracking Sound Technology (OTS), four HDMI 2.1 ports, and a refresh rate of up to 144Hz.

Samsung Micro LED TVs

Starting last year, Micro LED TVs have been at the top of Samsung’s consumer TV hierarchy. The 2022 model will be available in three screen sizes: 110″, 101″, and 89″.

These TVs have over 1 million color and brightness levels, thanks to their 20-bit greyscale depth. In addition, they also boast 100% DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB coverage. Similarly, the 99.99% screen-to-body ratio offers an immersive experience.

Samsung 110" MicroLED TV announced Specs Features Availability

However, Micro LED TVs are quite expensive and thus, not for everyone. We also don’t expect it to be available everywhere.

Samsung Neo QLED TVs

Just like last year, Samsung’s focus is still on Neo QLED TVs. These are basically LCD TVs with mini-LED backlighting. This technology was first announced last year and has gotten some updates. Samsung has announced six new Neo QLED TVs for 2022, including three 8K and three 4K offerings.

The new Neo QLED TVs come with 14-bit contrast mapping up from last year’s 12-bit. This allows the TV to have more control over the brightness of individual mini LEDs. There are now a total of 16,384 brightness levels, which is four times of 4,096 levels of the previous year.

In addition, there is a new Shape Adaptive Light technology that produces more realistic shapes using the AI capabilities of Neo Quantum processor. The technology analyzes lines, shapes, and surfaces and controls the shape of light accordingly.

Another new feature in 2022’s Neo QLED TVs is the Real Depth Enhancement. This creates a 3D effect of objects in the frame by processing them against their backgrounds.

Samsung has also improved the EyeComfort mode here. The new Neo QLED TVs can now adjust the panel’s brightness and tone based on the ambient light. Another feature that has undergone an improvement is the Object Tracing Sound (OTS). These TVs now have OTS Pro which incorporates new top-channel speakers and Dolby Atmos.

Smart Lifestyle TVs

The new smart lifestyle lineup consists of The Frame, The Sero, and The Serif. They are getting a new matte panel with anti-glare, anti-reflection, and anti-fingerprint properties. Similarly, these TVs have also received official certifications from Underwriter Laboratories for the same.

Features of Samsung 2022 TV lineup

Samsung has announced a bunch of new features and accessories for its latest TVs. Do note that these features may not be available in all models.

  • New Smart Hub: On the software side, these new TVs will still be running on Samsung’s proprietary Tizen OS. They will feature a new Smart Hub with an improved content recommendation system.
  • Eco Remote: There is a new Eco Remote that generates power from radio frequencies in addition to sunlight.
  • Gaming Hub: Samsung is bringing support for cloud gaming with the new Gaming Hub. As of now, it has already partnered with NVIDIA GeForce Now, Google Stadia, and Utomik. In addition to these cloud services, Gaming Hub also supports PC and Consoles.
    • The Game Bar reveals more information. Users will be able to follow streamers, zoom mini-maps, and play games while watching a YouTube video side-by-side.
  • 144Hz refresh rate: Some select models will support a variable refresh rate of up to 144Hz. However, you will have to use a PC to make full advantage of it as gaming consoles such as Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 are capped at 120Hz.
  • NFT Platform: Samsung TVs will have a dedicated NFT platform, where users can browse and buy nonfungible tokens.
  • Watch Together: Using this feature, you can watch shows and movies together with your friend and families via video calls.
  • Smart Calibration: This feature will allow you to calibrate your Samsung TV using an app on your Galaxy phone and iPhones.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung AU8000 4K TV.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is already available for pre-order in Nepal

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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is already available for pre-order in Nepal

After multiple setbacks, Samsung has finally launched the Fan Edition of the Galaxy S21. And the good news is that the phone is already up for pre-booking in Nepal. So, let’s take a look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE in Nepal.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Overview:

Galaxy S21 FE is the latest premium mid-range offering from the South Korean company. It inherits flagship features from the flagship Galaxy S21 but is much more affordable. Currently, it stands as a bridge between the mid-range A series and the premium S series.

Design and Display

Anyway, the Galaxy S21 FE features a 6.4-inch Infinity-O screen which is marginally bigger than that of the S21. Other than that, Samsung has used the same FHD AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 240Hz touch sampling rate here.

Samsung Galaxy S21 Design and Color Options

The phone also inherits the extended camera bump design from the S21 series—although it doesn’t extend to the side frames as much. S21 FE is available in four color options: Olive, Lavender, White, and Graphite.

Performance and Memory

Moreover, this Fan Edition device is equally powerful as the vanilla S21 or even the S21 Ultra. It is powered by Snapdragon 888 or Exynos 2100 depending upon the region. To clarify, the global market including Nepal will get the Exynos 2100 variant. The Snapdragon 888 configuration will be limited to South Korea and the US.

As for memory, the base model of this phone packs 6GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. However, only the top-tier 8/256GB variant will be available in Nepal.

Camera

The camera setup also remains unchanged for the most part. S21 FE users will get the same 12MP primary camera as the S21. It even has Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), just like the 12MP ultrawide lens. The third camera is a telephoto lens that uses an 8MP sensor compared to S21’s 64MP. However, it still supports 3x optical and 30x Space Zoom (digital).

Over on the front, the punch-hole cutout is home to a 32MP selfie camera. This is an upgrade compared to S21’s 10MP selfie shooter.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Camera Setup

Rest of the specs

On the other hand, the S21 FE packs a bigger 4,500mAh battery compared to a 4,000mAh unit on the S21. It also supports 25W fast charging, although Samsung won’t be including a compatible power adapter in the box.

Other notable features of the phone include IP68 dust & water resistance, in-display fingerprint scanner (optical), 15W wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, and 5G connectivity. It will ship with Android 12-based Samsung’s One UI 4.0 on top.

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Specifications:

  • Body: 74.5 x 155.7 x 7.9 mm, 177 gm, IP68 rated
  • Display: 6.4″ FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity-O, 120Hz refresh rate, Up to 240 touch-sampling rate
  • Chipset:
    • S.Korea, US: Snapdragon 888 5G (5nm)
    • Global: Exynos 2100 5G (5nm)
  • Memory: 6/8GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 internal storage (fixed)
  • Software & UI: One UI 4.0 on top of Android 12
  • Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash)
    – 12MP primary lens with f/1.8 aperture, OIS, Dual Pixel AF
    – 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, 123º FOV
    – 8MP telephoto with f/2.4 aperture, 3x optical zoom
  • Front Camera: 32MP, f/2.2 lens (punch-hole)
  • Security: In-display fingerprint sensor (Optical), Samsung Knox
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro, Geomagnetic, Hall, Proximity, Ambient Light
  • Battery: 4,500mAh with 25W fast charging, 15W wireless charging, reverse wireless charging
  • Color Options: Olive, Graphite, Lavender (White currently not available in Nepal)

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Price in Nepal  

The price for the 8/256GB variant of the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is  Rs. 89,999. You can already pre-order Galaxy S21 FE in Nepal from Samsung-authorized retailer like Hukut Store and Sherisha Mobile Hub.

Model Name Price in Nepal Availability
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE (8/256GB) Rs. 89,999 Hukut Store

Sherisha Mobile Hub.
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy S21 and S21+.

Samsung’s new TV remote uses your router’s radio waves for charging

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Samsung’s new TV remote uses your router’s radio waves for charging

Samsung’s TV remotes have made significant eco-friendly gains in 2021. Now, the company is taking it a step further by allowing the remote to be charged via a router’s radio waves. So, let’s take a closer look at the Samsung Eco Remote 2022.

Samsung Eco Remote 2022 Overview:

Samsung first introduced the Eco Remote with its 2021 series of 4K and 8K QLED TVs. It is constructed of 28% recycled plastic, which is undoubtedly a positive step toward reducing global plastic waste.

Despite the recycled material, the remote looks identical to any other clickers from prior years. And it also features a solar panel at the back. The batteries are also sensitive enough to recharge using basic indoor lighting.

New technique

But Samsung is pushing it a step further this year. The 2022 version of the Eco Remote can draw power from radio waves emitted by Wi-Fi routers to keep itself charged. This technique is only applicable to low-power devices like remotes, by the way. Aside from that, it can be charged using solar energy (outdoor or indoor light) or via the USB-C connector.

Moving on, Samsung will also release a white remote this year that’ll supposedly match the “lifestyle” category of its The Frame, Serif, and Sero lineup of TVs.

Samsung Eco Remote 2022: What’s Next

Samsung’s eco-friendly approach will not only recycle plastic waste, but will also minimize the volume of AAA batteries that wind up in landfills. Similarly, the company has switched to “eco-packaging” for its TV sets as well, which minimizes the quantity of ink needed in the production process.

Samsung Eco Packaging

The cardboard, on the other hand, can transform into a single shelf or even a cat house. All these efforts are really admirable, and we hope that other TV makers will be inspired to take similar steps toward sustainability in the near future.

  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung AU8000 4K TV.

Here are the top upcoming smartphones in Nepal in early 2022

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Here are the top upcoming smartphones in Nepal in early 2022

Despite the restrictions placed by the ongoing pandemic, the Nepalese smartphone market grew by a significant margin last year. A lot of new phones were announced in 2021, ranging from entry-level to top-tier flagships. We even saw the launch of a couple of foldable phones and we are hopeful to see this streak continue in 2022 as well. So, here are the top upcoming smartphones that we expect to go official in Nepal in early 2022.

Top Upcoming Smartphones in Nepal in 2022:

Samsung Galaxy S21 FE

Let’s start with the first major launch of 2022. Samsung will be starting the year with the Galaxy S21 FE. This upcoming premium midrange phone was initially set to go official in 2021, but its launch kept being pushed due to numerous reasons—but mostly because of the ongoing chip shortage.

Samsung S21 FE Colorful rugged cases

All the major leaks point to theGalaxy S21 FE having a 6.41″ AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. It has been spotted in numerous benchmark listings with Snapdragon 888 chipset. But like its predecessor, it’ll have an Exynos variant as well—which is the variant coming to Nepal.

Similarly, the phone will flaunt a 12MP triple camera setup at the back. It will pack a 4,500mAh battery with support for 25W fast charging.

  • Expected Price in Nepal: Rs. 95,000 (8/256GB)

Samsung Galaxy A03 Core

Next up is the Galaxy A03 Core, which is the latest budget offering from the company. It features a 6.5″ HD+ LCD screen with an Infinity-V notch. It is powered by an unspecified octa-core chip, which we believe is the Unisoc SC9863A.

Samsung Galaxy A03 Core Design and Display upcoming smartphones in nepal

Given its underpowered specs, it runs the Android 11 Go edition with Samsung’s One UI Core on top. It features an 8MP camera at the back and a 5MP selfie shooter on the front. The phone gets its juice from a 5,000mAh battery, which supports 7.75W charging.

  • Expected Price in Nepal: Rs. 13,500 (2/32GB)

Xiaomi 11T

Xiaomi 11T was alongside other “T” suffixed smartphones in September 2021. And it will be the first major launch for Xiaomi Nepal in 2022. Here, the Xiaomi 11T sports a 6.67″ AMOLED display with a 120Hz Adaptive Sync refresh rate.

Xiaomi 11T Pro Design and Display

The phone is powered by MediaTek’s Dimensity 1200 Ultra chip, which brings some Xiaomi-specific customizations. It is configurable with up to 8GB RAM and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.

Moving on, the rear camera setup consists of a 108MP primary camera accompanied by an 8MP ultrawide and a 5MP telemacro lens. Xiaomi 11T gets its juice from a 5,000mAh battery with support for 67W charging.

  • Expected Price in Nepal: Rs. 75,000 (8/128GB) | Rs. 80,000 (8/256GB)

Moto G51 5G

Motorola made a comeback to the Nepali market in 2020, but the company has been limiting itself to the budget segment of the sub-20K price range. But that could all change in 2022. Motorola is all set to launch Moto G51 5G in Nepal. It’s a midrange 5G-ready phone powered by Snapdragon 480+.

Moto G51 5G Design and Display upcoming smartphones in nepal

It sports a 6.8-inch FHD+ panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. The triple camera setup at the back consists of a 50MP primary sensor, joined by an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro lens. Fueling the phone is a 5,000mAh battery which only supports 10W of charging.

  • Expected Price in Nepal: Rs. 30,000 (4/64GB)

Moto G31

Besides, Motorola is also looking to launch the Moto G31 in Nepal. It’s quite similar to the G51 mentioned above in terms of design and camera.

Moto G31 - Design upcoming smartphones in nepal

However, the G31 has a 6.4″ AMOLED screen and brings MediaTek’s Helio G85 chipset. Similarly, it is powered by a 5,000mAh battery with 20W fast charging support.

  • Expected Price in Nepal: Rs. 27,000 (4/64GB) | Rs. 30,000 (6/128GB)

Vivo V23e

Next up is Vivo, whose first launch in Nepal this year will be the V23 series. This lineup is home to four smartphones: V23e, V23, V23 5G, and V23 Pro. However, only the V23e has been officially announced so far. It is available in both 4G and 5G variants, and we are most probably going to get the former.

Vivo V23e Design and Display

Vivo V23e 4G comes powered by MediaTek G96 chipset. The main highlight of the phone is its sleek design and 50MP selfie camera with Eye AF (AutoFocus). Other key features include a 6.44″ AMOLED display, 64MP triple rear camera array, 4050mAh battery, and 44W fast charging.

  • Expected Price in Nepal: Rs. 45,000 (8/128GB)

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

Redmi’s Note series is among the most beloved smartphone lineups in the Nepali market. In fact, Redmi Note 10 Pro was the best value-for-money midrange phone last year. The company will look to repeat a similar feat with its successor.

Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus 5G Design and Display Pro+

Redmi Note 11 Pro is currently exclusive to the Chinese market. However, we expect it to go global this year. The phone has a flat edge design with an IP53 rating. It sports a 6.67-inch AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and 360Hz touch sampling rate.

Under the hood, it packs Dimensity 920 chipset, which is built on TSMC’s 6nm node. Xiaomi has even included vapor chamber cooling to cool off the phone. On the other hand, it flaunts a triple camera setup at the back led by a 108MP primary camera. Other features include 67W fast charging, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, stereo speakers, and NFC support.

  • Expected Price in Nepal: Rs. 37,000 (6/128GB) | Rs. 40,000 (8/128GB)

Poco M4 Pro 5G

Poco M3 Pro 5G was the company’s first 5G phone in Nepal. But it could not win the heart of the Nepali audience as it compromised too much on specs for 5G connectivity. Thus, the company was quick to follow it up with M4 Pro 5G, which is a better device overall.

POCO M4 Pro 5G - Design 2

Poco will bring the M4 Pro 5G to the Nepali market in 2022. It features a 6.6″ IPS panel with a 90Hz refresh rate and up to 240Hz touch sampling rate. Powering the phone is MediaTek’s Dimensity 810 chipset.

Interestingly, the M4 Pro 5G only has two cameras at the back. But it’s important to note that Poco has included an ultrawide camera to go with the 50MP primary camera—instead of the gimmicky 2MP depth/macro sensors. Anyway, the phone features a 5000mAh battery complemented by 33W fast charging.

  • Expected Price in Nepal: Rs. 32,000 (4/64GB) | Rs. 35,500 (6/128GB)

Top upcoming smartphones in Nepal in 2022 (Summary)

Smartphone Model Price in Nepal (Expected)
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Rs. 95,000 (8/256GB)
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core Rs. 13,500
Xiaomi 11T
  • Rs. 75,000 (8/128GB)
  • Rs. 80,000 (8/256GB)
Moto G51 5G Rs. 30,000 (4/64GB)
Moto G31
  • Rs. 27,000 (4/64GB)
  • Rs. 30,000 (6/128GB)
Vivo V23e 4G Rs. 45,000 (8/128GB)
Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G
  • Rs. 37,000 (6/128GB)
  • Rs. 40,000 (8/128GB)
  • Rs. 45,000 (8/256GB)
Poco M4 Pro 5G
  • Rs. 32,000 (4/64GB)
  • Rs. 35,500 (6/128GB)

So those were the top upcoming smartphones in Nepal in early 2022. Which one are you excited for the most? Have your say in the comments below:

Deal Alert: Asus TUF Gaming A15 (2021) receives a massive price cut in Nepal

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Deal Alert: Asus TUF Gaming A15 (2021) receives a massive price cut in Nepal

If you are looking to buy a midrange gaming laptop right now, Asus TUF Gaming A15 can be a decent choice. The 2021 iteration of the laptop launched back in August in Nepal, whose price has dropped considerably since then. So, let’s take a look at the specs, features, latest official price, and availability of the Asus TUF Gaming A15 2021 in Nepal.

Asus TUF Gaming A15 (2021) Overview:

Design and Display

In terms of design, you can choose between the “Eclipse Gray” and the “Graphite Black” finish of the A15, each of which has a distinct personality of its own. Likewise, you get a honeycomb grip at the base and a brushed metal finish across the body.

Asus TUF Gaming A15 - Display

Inside, there’s a 15.6-inch IPS panel with FHD resolution. The variant that is available in Nepal features a 144Hz refresh rate and covers just 62.50% of the sRGB gamut. To note, more expensive models with a 240Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB color gamut are also available on the international market.

CPU and GPU

As for CPU, you can choose between AMD’s Ryzen 4000 and 5000 series processors. You can configure the laptop with up to Ryzen 7 5800H. This octa-core CPU offers a maximum clock speed of up to 4.4GHz.

This has been paired with RTX 3060 mobile GPU. Thanks to the Dynamic Boost feature, this RTX 3060 can run draw up to 95W power in certain scenarios. On the other hand, the Ryzen 7 4800H variant features RTX 3050 Ti. However, the top-end RTX 3070 model is not available in Nepal yet.

Memory

As for memory, Asus has included two SO-DIMM slots here, which you can configure with up to 32GB of DDR4 RAM. Likewise, storage options range between 1TB and 512GB of NVMe SSD.

Rest of the specs

Asus TUF Gaming A15 2021 gets its juice from a 90Wh battery. A 200W AC adapter is included in the box. On the other hand, there are two speakers capable of 2W output each onboard. They also support DTS audio.

As for I/O, you get one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, one headphone jack, and an HDMI port. This gaming laptop supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1 for wireless connectivity.

Asus TUF Gaming A15 2021 Specifications:

  • Design & Build: Metal cover, Plastic, 35.9 x 25.6 x 2.28cm, 2.3kg
  • Color Option: Eclipse Gray, Graphite Black
  • Display: 15.6 Anti-glare IPS panel, 144Hz refresh rate
  • Resolution: FHD (1920×1080), 16:9 aspect ratio
  • Keyboard: RGB backlit chiclet (single-zone)
  • Processor: Up to AMD Ryzen 7 5800H (8C/16T, 4.4GHz)
  • Graphics: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 90W (6GB GDDR6 VRAM, Up to 95W)
  • RAM: 16GB DDR4, dual SO-DIMM slot (Max: 32GB)
  • Storage: 512GB NVMe SSD (up to 1TB)
  • Audio: 2x 2W speaker with DTS:X Ultra
  • Battery: 4-cell 90 Watt-hours Li-ion
  • Connectivity: WiFi 6 802.11 ax, Bluetooth 5.1
  • I/O Ports: 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C , 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack, 1x HDMI 2.0b
  • Extras: Free TUF Gaming Backpack + TUF Gaming mouse, 2 years international warranty

Asus TUF Gaming A15 (2021) Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of Asus TUF Gaming A15 2021 in Nepal starts at NPR 153,000 for the Ryzen 4800H variant with RTX 3050. It was previously available for NPR 164,000. Similarly, the Ryzen 5800H configuration with RTX 3060 has dropped to NPR 195,000 from NPR 211,000. You can get it from authorized stores such as ITTI and Hukut.

Asus TUF Gaming A15 2021 Price in Nepal Availability
Ryzen 7 5800H, RTX 3060, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD NPR 211,000 195,000 Hukut
Ryzen 7 4800H, RTX 3050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD NPR 164,000 153,000 Hukut
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Asus TUF A15 (2020).

Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 announced as the world’s first 4K 240Hz gaming monitor

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Samsung Odyssey Neo G8 announced as the world’s first 4K 240Hz gaming monitor

Samsung has just announced the world’s first 4K 240Hz gaming monitor. The new Odyssey Neo G8 will be launched alongside two other monitors in the upcoming CES 2022. In this article, we will be looking at the individual specs, features, price, and availability of the Samsung monitor lineup 2022.

Samsung Monitor Lineup 2022

Samsung Odyssey Neo G8

As mentioned earlier, Samsung Odyssey Neo 9 sports the world’s first 4K 240Hz panel. This 32″ monitor has a curvature of 1000R.

Samsung has deployed Quantum Mini LED for the backlight here. These mini LEDs are 1/40th the size of traditional LEDs. Moreover, this monitor offers a peak brightness of up to 2000 nits (HDR) and 4096 brightness levels.

Samsung Odyssey Neo G8

As for connectivity, it has two HDMI 2.1 and one DisplayPort 1.4 port. The Neo G8 can automatically switch input sources thanks to Auto Source Switch+ feature. In addition, this monitor has RGB lighting at the back that can be adjusted using the CoreSync.

Samsung Smart Monitor M8

Moving on, the Samsung Smart Monitor M8 is both slimmer and thinner than its predecessor. It measures just 11.4mm thick, which is 1/3rd of the Smart Monitor M7. The M8 features a 32″ UHD screen and its height is adjustable as well, thanks to the HAS (Height Adjustable Stand).

Samsung Smart Monitor M8

Like its predecessor, Samsung Smart Monitor M8 can stream content from multiple OTT platforms. In addition, it comes with SmartThings Hub that allows users to control their smart home devices too.

One can even install a dedicated webcam on the top to use it with the Google Duo which comes pre-installed.

Samsung S8

Next up is the Samsung S8, which is a monitor for content creation. There are two screen sizes to choose from: 32″ and 27″. Both variants have UHD panels with 98% DCI-P3 color coverage and are glare-free certified by Underwriters Laboratories. In addition, the 32″ model also has VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification.

As for connectivity, the Samsung S8 comes with one ethernet and one USB-C port. The latter has a 90W charging support in addition to data transmission.

Samsung S8 Monitor

Samsung Monitor Lineup 2022 Price and Availability

Samsung Odyssey Neo G8, Smart Monitor M8, and S8 will be available in Korea in the first half of 2022. Further details regarding the price and global availability will be announced in CES 2022, where Samsung will also unveil the rest of its 2022 monitor lineup.

Samsung Monitor Lineup Availability
Odyssey Neo G8 H1 2022 (South Korea)
Smart Monitor M8
UHD Monitor S8
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of Huawei’s latest high-end monitors (Nepali).

Realme C25Y budget phone with Unisoc T610 officially launched in Nepal

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Realme C25Y budget phone with Unisoc T610 officially launched in Nepal

Realme Nepal has just added another device in the C-series. The new C25Y is Realme’s first launch of 2022 in Nepal. In this post, we’ll look into the specs, features, official price, and availability of Realme C25Y in Nepal.

Realme C25Y Overview:

Design and Display

Realme C25Y Design and DisplayThe C25Y features a 6.5-inches IPS LCD panel with 420 nits of brightness and HD+ resolution. It has a textured pattern at the back and an all-plastic build. Likewise, the back of the phone has a fingerprint sensor and a square camera island. Realme C25Y is available in Glacier Blue and Metal Grey color options.

Performance

Under the hood, the C25Y packs an octa-core Unisoc T610 chipset. It’s fabricated under a 12nm process and features two Cortex-A75 and six Cortex-A55 cores, all clocked at 1.8GHz. This is accompanied by 4GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB of eMMC 5.1 storage.

Over on to the software, the phone runs on Realme UI R Edition on top of Android 11. We’ve used the Realme UI R and our experience was not pleasant. It makes a slew of concessions to the phone, making it more difficult to use.

Camera

Realme C25Y Camera

As for the optics, the C25Y has a 50MP primary sensor and two 2MP lenses for portrait and macro shots. Similarly, the waterdrop notch on the front houses an 8MP selfie camera.

Rest of the specs

Besides this, it has a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging, a mono speaker, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Realme C25Y Specifications:

  • Body: 164.5 x 76 x 9.1mm, 200gm
  • Display: 6.5-inches IPS LCD panel, 420 nits brightness
  • Resolution: HD+ (1600 x 720 pixels)
  • Chipset: Unisoc T610 (12nm)
  • CPU: Octa-core (2×1.8GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
  • GPU: Arm Mali-G52
  • Memory: 4GB LPDDR4X RAM, 128GB eMMC 5.1 storage (expandable)
  • Software & UI: Realme R edition on top of Android 11
  • Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash)
    – 50MP f/1.8 primary lens, PDAF
    – 2MP f/2.4 macro lens, 4cm
    – 2MP f/2.4 B&W sensor
  • Front Camera: 8MP f/2.0 (notch)
  • Security: Physical fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
  • Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Connectivity: Dual SIM (Nano-SIM), WiFi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS / A-GPS / Beidou / GLONASS, micro USB
  • Battery: 5,000mAh, 18W fast charging
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity, Light, Magnetic induction
  • Color Options: Glacier Blue, Metal Grey
  • Read our review of the Realme C25Y here.

Realme C25Y Price in Nepal and Availability (Official)

Realme C25Y is now available in Nepal at the price tag of NPR 20,449 for the 4/128GB variant, whereas the 4/64GB variant costs Rs. 18,749. You can buy it from Realme Nepal’s authorized stores across the country.

Realme C25Y Price in Nepal Availability
4/64GB NPR 18,749 Authorized stores
4/128GB NPR 20,449 Authorized stores
  • Meanwhile, check out our pick for the best premium mid-range phones of 2021.
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