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Realme C21Y with Unisoc T610, 13MP triple cameras launched in Nepal

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Realme C21Y is now official in Nepal. It is a budget smartphone that rivals the likes of the Samsung Galaxy F02s, Redmi 9 Power, Micromax In 2b, and is more or less similar to the company’s own C21 which is also available here. So, let’s walk through the specs, features, availability, and official price of Realme C21Y in Nepal.

Realme C21Y Overview:

Design and Display

The C21Y features a 6.5-inch HD+ screen with an 88.7% screen-to-body ratio and a 20:9 aspect ratio. This panel boasts a peak brightness of 400 nits. It has a teardrop cutout on the top to house the selfie camera.

Realme C21Y Design and Display

Additionally, the phone’s back has a glossy finish with triangular patterns. For biometrics, there’s a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner. Realme C21Y is available in Cross Blue and Cross Black color options.

Performance

On the performance side of things, it is powered by an octa-core Unisoc T610 processor clocked at 1.8GHz. This chipset is coupled with 3/4GB RAM and 32/64GB internal storage. The latter is expandable up to 256GB via a microSD card.

Camera

Moving on, Realme C21Y has a triple camera arrangement at the back. There’s a 13MP primary, a 2MP B&W, and a 2MP macro lens. On the front, you get a 5MP selfie camera inside the aforementioned waterdrop notch. Here, the rear camera is able to record 1080p videos at 30fps.

Rest of the specs

Realme C21Y is powered by a 5,000mAh battery that also supports reverse charging. Moreover, it boots on Android 11-based Realme UI on top. For wireless connectivity, it has Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.0, and GPS with AGPS, Beidou, GLONASS. Likewise, the phone has a 3.5mm audio jack and a micro-USB port.

Realme C21Y Specifications:

  • Body: 164.5 x 76 x 9.1mm, 200gm
  • Display: 6.5-inches “Mini-drop” IPS LCD panel, 400 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: 3/4GB RAM, 32/64GB storage (expandable up to 256GB)
  • Software & UI: Realme UI on top of Android 11
  • Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash)
    – 13MP f/2.2 primary lens, PDAF
    – 2MP f/2.4 macro lens, 4cm
    – 2MP f/2.4 B&W sensor
  • Front Camera: 5MP f/2.2 AI selfie camera
  • 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: 5000mAh, Reverse charging
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, Proximity, Light, Magnetic induction
  • Color options: Cross Blue, Cross Black

Realme C21Y Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the Realme C21Y in Nepal is Rs. 17,899 for the 4/64GB model. Similarly, the 3/32GB variant costs Rs. 16,199.

Realme C21Y Price in Nepal
3/32GB NPR 16,199
4/64GB NPR 17,899
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of Realme 8.

Realme Smart TV Neo 32″ launched with bezel-less design, Dolby Audio

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Along with the Narzo 50 series, Realme has also unveiled the Smart TV Neo 32″ in India. So let’s look at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Realme Smart TV Neo 32″ in Nepal.

Realme Smart TV Neo 32″ Overview:

Design and Display

Like the Realme Smart TV Full HD launched earlier this year, the Smart TV Neo also features a 32″ LED-backlit panel. However, its resolution is limited to HD only. The company has also implemented a bezel-less design as it has with all other TVs in this lineup. This panel is TUV Rheinland Low Light Certification for low blue light emission.

Realme Smart TV Neo Display

Processor and GPU

Powering the TV is a quad-core ARM chip with four Cortex-A35 CPU cores. Similarly, the graphics are handled by Mali 470 GPU, which has support for Realme’s Chroma Boost Technology.

Audio

Getting to audio, Realme has included two speakers on the Smart TV Neo 32″, each capable of 10W output. This TV even supports Dolby Audio for immersive sound effects.

Realme Smart TV Neo Dolby Audio

Rest of the specs

As for software, Realme has not mentioned Android TV in any of its teasers, launch event, and product page. It has led us to speculate that the Smart TV Neo 32″ is not running on Android TV, thereby missing out on Play Store, Google Assistant, and Chromecast. The TV does come with Quick Cast and YouTube built-in.

Moving on, Realme Smart TV Neo 32″ supports Wi-Fi connectivity and is equipped with two HDMI, one USB, one AV, and one LAN port.

Realme Smart TV Neo 32″ Specifications:

  • Display: 32-inch HD+ LED-backlit LCD
  • Sound: 2-unit 20W speaker
  • Audio Decoder: Dolby Audio
  • Processor: MediaTek quad-core CPU (Cortex-A53)
  • GPU: Mali-470 GPU
  • Wireless Connectivity: WiFi 2.4GHz
  • I/O Ports: 2x HDMI, 1x AV, 1x tuner, 1x USB, 1x LAN

Realme Smart TV Neo 32″ Price in Nepal and Availability

Realme Smart TV Neo (32″) is priced at INR 14,999 in India and it will go on sale starting October 3rd. As of now, the company has not launched any TV in Nepal. Still, if it launches Realme Smart TV Neo 32″ in Nepal, we expect its price to be around NPR 30,000.

TV Model Price in India Price in Nepal (Expected)
Realme Smart TV Neo 32″ INR 14,999 NPR 30,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Panasonic HX750 55″ 4K TV.

Huawei Nova 9 series official with Snapdragon 778G 4G, up to 100W fast charging

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Huawei has just launched the Nova 9 series, which includes two smartphones—the Nova 9 and Nova 9 Pro. These phones are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G chipset and feature up to 100W fast charging. So, let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of Huawei Nova 9 and Nova 9 Pro in Nepal.

Huawei Nova 9, 9 Pro Overview:

Design and Display

Starting with the display, the Nova 9 has a 6.57-inch OLED screen with 2340 x 1080 pixel resolution. Whereas, the Nova 9 Pro packs a larger 6.72-inch panel with a 2676 x 1236 pixel resolution. Both these displays are curved and boast a 120Hz refresh rate, a 300Hz touch sampling rate, and the P3 wide color gamut.

However, the main difference between the two is the centered punch-hole cutout for a single selfie camera on the Nova 9, while the Pro model has a pill-shaped cutout on the top left for two cameras. On the rear, there’s a gigantic camera setup reminiscent of Huawei’s P50 series, with the Nova logo at the bottom.

Performance

Under the hood, as aforementioned, both phones pack Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 778G processor. However, Qualcomm has disabled 5G connectivity on this chip as a workaround to sell its chips to Huawei.

Long story short, the US restricts any American-owned companies from supplying 5G chips to Huawei. Here, the Snapdragon 778G 4G has been paired with 8GB RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. The Nova 9 series boots on Huawei’s HMS-based HarmonyOS 2.0 out-of-the-box.

The battery is another area where they differ substantially. The Nova 9 and 9 Pro feature a 4300mAh and a 4000mAh cell, respectively. Likewise, the former supports 66W fast charging support contrary to 100W on the 9 Pro.

As per Huawei, the Pro model can fully juice up in just 20 minutes. Plus, it also has a VC (Vapor Chamber) and graphene cooling system to keep the device temperature down.

Camera

On to the cameras, the Nova 9 series has a quad-camera setup at the back led by a 50MP f/1.9 RYYB sensor. This is followed by an 8MP ultra-wide-angle, a 2MP depth-of-field, and a 2MP macro camera.

Huawei Nova 9 Series CameraOn the front, the vanilla model has a single 32MP selfie camera. The Pro model, on the other hand, gets an additional 32MP sensor for ultra-wide shots.

Rest of the specs

Moreover, both phones have an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor for biometrics. For connectivity, they feature Bluetooth 5.2 with LDAC, NFC, dual-band Wi-Fi, and GPS.

Huawei Nova 9, 9 Pro Specifications:

  • Display:
    • Nova 9: 6.57-inch OLED, 2340 x 1080 pixels, 120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, P3 wide color gamut
    • Nova 9 Pro:  6.72-inch OLED, 2676 x 1236 pixels, 120Hz refresh rate, 300Hz touch sampling rate, P3 wide color gamut
  • Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G (6nm)
  • Memory: 8GB RAM, 128/256GB storage
  • Software: Harmony OS 2.0
  • Rear Camera: Quad (with LED flash);
    – 50MP f/1.9 RYYB primary sensor
    – 8MP f/2.2 ultrawide sensor
    – 2MP f/2.4 depth sensor
    – 2MP f/2.4 macro sensor
  • Front:
    • Nova 9: 32MP f/2.0 sensor
    • Nova 9 Pro: 32MP f/2.0 main + 32MP f/2.4 ultrawide
  • Battery:
    • Nova 9: 4300mAh, 66W charging
    • Nova 9 Pro: 4000mAh, 100W charging
  • Connectivity: Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2 with LDAC, NFC, GPS

Huawei Nova 9, 9 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the Huawei Nova 9 and 9 Pro starts at CNY 2,699 and CNY 3,499 respectively for the base 8/128GB model. We expect the price of the Huawei Nova 9 and 9 Pro in Nepal to start at NPR 55,000 and NPR 70,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Huawei Nova 9 series Price in China Price in Nepal (Expected)
Nova 9 (8/128GB) CNY 2,699 NPR 55,000
Nova 9 (8/256GB) CNY 2,999 NPR 60,000
Nova 9 Pro (8/128GB) CNY 3,499 NPR 70,000
Nova 9 Pro (8/256GB) CNY 3,899 NPR 75,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our pick for the best mid-range phones of 2021.

iQOO Z5 with Snapdragon 778G, 120Hz IPS display goes official

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After a couple of weeks of teasers, the iQOO Z5 is now official in China. To note, the phone is launching next week in India as well. So, let’s get into the specs, features, rumors, and expected price of the iQOO Z5 in Nepal.

iQOO Z5 Overview:

Design and Display

To begin with, the iQOO Z5 flaunts a 6.67-inch IPS LCD display with FHD+ resolution. It’s an HDR10 panel with 650 nits brightness, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 240Hz touch sampling rate.

iQOO Z5 Display

The phone has a glossy design at the back. On the front, there is a punch-hole cutout for a selfie camera. iQOO Z5 is available in three color options: Dream Space, Twilight Dawn, and Blue Origin.

Performance

Powering the phone is a Snapdragon 778G chipset coupled with 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage. It’s a 5G chipset with up to 2.4GHz of clock speed. Fueling the smartphone is a 5,000mAh battery that supports 44W fast charging. As per iQOO, a full charge can offer 96 hours of music playback, 18.3 hours of video playback, and 10.4 hours of gaming.

Camera

iQOO Z5 Camera and Design

Moreover, the device has a triple rear camera arrangement led by a 64MP Samsung GW3 sensor. Accompanying this is an 8MP ultra-wide and a 2MP macro sensor. You’ll find a 16MP selfie shooter in the aforementioned punch-hole cutout.

Rest of the specs

On the software front, iQOO Z5 ships with OriginOS based on Android 11 in the Chinese market. Yet, it’s expected to arrive with Funtouch OS 12 in the international market. In terms of audio, it has stereo speakers and a headphone jack. There’s a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for biometrics.

iQOO Z5 Specifications:

  • Display: 6.67-inch IPS LCD, 120Hz, HDR10, 120Hz refresh/240Hz touch sampling rate
  • Resolution: FHD+ (1,080×2,400 pixels)
  • Chipset: Snapdragon 778G 5G (6nm)
  • Memory: 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 internal storage
  • Rear Camera: Triple (64MP main, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP macro)
  • Front Camera: 16MP sensor (punch-hole cutout)
  • Battery: 5000mAh, 44W fast charging
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Audio: 3.5mm headphone jack, Hi-Res Audio

iQOO Z5 Price in Nepal and Availability

iQOO Z5 will go on sale in China from September 28 at a starting price of CNY 1,899 for the 8/128GB model. Similarly, the 8/256GB and 12/256GB models cost CNY 2,099 and CNY 2,299, respectively. We expect the price of iQOO Z5 in Nepal to start at NPR 40,000 if and when it launches here.

iQOO Z5 Price in China Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB CNY 1,899 NPR 40,000
8/256GB CNY 2,099 NPR 44,000
12/256GB CNY 2,299 NPR 48,500
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the iQOO Z3.

Surface Laptop Studio launched as Microsoft’s most powerful 2-in-1 laptop

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Microsoft has just announced its new creator-centric device, called the Surface Laptop Studio. It is positioned as a replacement and successor to the Surface Book line. So, let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio in Nepal.

Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio Overview:

Design and Display

Starting with the design, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio is encased in a magnesium-aluminum case. It has a full-sized keyboard, a Precision Haptic touchpad, and a 180-degree Dynamic Woven Hinge. The hinge lets you slide the display forward over the attached keyboard to turn it into a tablet.

Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio Design and DisplayMoreover, you can use it in Laptop, Stage, and Studio mode. The laptop flaunts a 14.4-inch PixelSense Flow display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 3:2 aspect ratio, and 2400 x 1600 pixels resolution. The screen comes with Dolby Vision support and is also compatible with Surface Pen.

Performance

Under the hood, the Laptop Studio draws power from Intel Core i5-11300H or i7-11370H. Likewise, the graphics are handled by Intel’s integrated Iris Xe GPU on the i5 variant, while the i7 model gets dedicated graphics in the form of GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (4GB GDDR6 VRAM) from NVIDIA.

In terms of memory, it can be configured with up to 32GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 2TB of SSD storage. Fueling the device is a 56.3Wh battery that the company claims can provide up to 19 hours of battery life.

Moreover, the Surface Laptop Studio boots on Windows 11. It has a TPM 2.0 chip for enterprise security and also supports Windows Hello face authentication.

Rest of the specs

Aside from this, this device comes with two USB 4.0/Thunderbolt 4, a Surface Connect port, and a headphone jack. For wireless connectivity, it supports Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1. Over on the audio, there are dual far-field Studio microphones from Microsoft and quad Omnisonic speakers with Dolby Atmos support.

Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio Specifications:

  • Dimensions: 12.7 x 9.0 x 0.7 inches
  • Weight: 1.7 kg (i5) / 1.8 kg (i7)
  • Display: 14.4 inches, 2400 x 1600 (201 PPI), 3:2 aspect ratio, Dolby Vision, 120Hz refresh rate, Surface Slim Pen 2
  • Chipset: Intel Core i5-11300H / Core i7-11370H
  • Memory: 16/32GB LPDDR4x RAM, Up to 2TB SSD
  • Graphics: Integrated Intel Iris Xe (i5) / NVIDIA RTX 3050 Ti 4GB (i7)
  • Software: Windows 11
  • Camera: Front-facing 1080p IR camera
  • Audio: Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos, two far-field Studio mics
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1
  • Battery: Up to 19 hours (i5), Up to 18 hours (i7)
  • Security: Firmware TPM (Hardware TPM 2.0 only on enterprise version)
  • Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4/USB 4, 1x 3.5mm audio jack, 1x Surface Connect

Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of Surface Laptop Studio starts at USD 1,599.99 for the i5, 16GB/256GB model and goes up to USD 3,099.99 for the i7, 32GB/2TB variant. We expect the price of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio to start at NPR 220,000, if and when it launches in Nepal.

Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio Price in the US Price in Nepal (Expected)
Intel i5, 16GB RAM, 128GB SSD, Iris Xe USD 1,599.99 NPR 220,000
Intel i5, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Iris Xe USD 1,799.99 NPR 245,000
Intel i7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, RTX 3050 Ti USD 2,099.99 NPR 285,000
Intel i7, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 3050 Ti USD 2,699.99 NPR 365,000
Intel i7, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD, RTX 3050 Ti USD 3,099.99 NPR 420,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Asus Zephyrus G14 2021. 

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 goes official with a 120Hz screen and Intel’s 11th gen CPU

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Alongside the new Surface Duo 2, Go 3, Microsoft also launched the new Surface Pro 8 and Pro X 2-in-1 PCs at the September launch event. In this article, we will get through the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Microsoft Surface Pro 8 and Pro X in Nepal.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8, Pro X Overview:

Design and Display

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Design and DisplayTo begin with, both the Pro X and Pro 8 boast a 13” PixelSense display with 2880 x 1920 pixels resolution (267 PPI). However, the latter has support for a 120Hz refresh rate and Dolby Vision. Though the screen runs at 60Hz, it can dynamically jump to 120Hz during touch and stylus input.

That being said, both Surface Pro 8 and Pro X are compatible with Surface Slim Pen 2 and Surface Pro Signature Keyboard.

Performance

Powering the Pro 8 is either the Intel Core i5-1135G7 or Core i7-1185G7 CPU. It can be configured with up to 32GB of LDDR4X RAM and up to 1TB of SSD storage. The graphics, on the other hand, are handled by integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU. With this configuration, Microsoft is citing it as the “most powerful Pro”.

Microsoft Surface Pro X Design and DisplayLikewise, the Pro X is also available in two chip configurations—Microsoft SQ1 and SQ2. The former comes with Adreno 685 GPU, while the latter has Adreno 690 graphics. It is paired with up to 16GB of LPDDR4X RAM and up to 512GB of SSD.

Moving on, both come pre-installed with Windows 11 out-of-the-box. But interestingly enough, the LTE variant of the Pro X still runs Windows 10 Home and will be upgraded to the new OS when available.

Camera and Audio

In terms of the camera, either of the devices carries a 5MP lens on the front and a 10MP sensor on the back. The latter can record up to 4K video. Plus, they support Windows Hello face authentication as well. Now, like the Surface Go 3, the Surface Pro 8, and Pro X have 2W stereo speakers with Dolby Audio.

Rest of the specs

Furthermore, the I/O options include two USB-C, a Surface Connect, and a Surface Keyboard port in the Pro X. Similarly, the Pro 8 has two USB-C with USB 4.0/Thunderbolt 4, a 3.5mm headphone jack, a Surface Connect and a Surface Type Cover port.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8, Pro X Specifications:

  • Display:
    • Pro 8: 13” PixelSense, 2880 x 1920 (267 PPI) resolution, 120Hz, 3:2 aspect ratio, GPU Ink, Dolby Vision
    • Pro X: 13” PixelSense, 2880 x 1920 (267 PPI) resolution, 3:2 aspect ratio
  • Chipset:
    • Pro 8: Intel Core i5-1135G7 / i7-1185G7
    • Pro X: Microsoft SQ1 / SQ2
  • Graphics:
    • Pro 8: Intel Iris Xe (Integrated)
    • Pro X (SQ1 / SQ2): Adreno 685 / Adreno 690
  • Memory:
    • Pro 8: 8/16/32GB LPDDR4x RAM, up to 1TB SSD
    • Pro X: 8/16GB LPDDR4x RAM, up to 512GB SSD
  • Front Camera: 5MP sensor
  • Rear Camera: 10MP, up to 4k video recording
  • Audio: 2W stereo speakers with Dolby Audio
  • Software:
    • Pro 8: Windows 11
    • Pro X: Windows 11 (Wi-Fi), Windows 10 Home (LTE)
  • Connectivity:
    • Pro 8: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.1
    • Pro X: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.0
  • Extras: Surface Slim Pen 2, Surface Pro Signature Keyboard compatibility
  • Battery (Pro 8 / Pro X): 50.2Wh / 45.8Wh

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Price in Nepal and Availability

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 is available at a starting price of USD 1,099.99 for the 8/128GB, Core i5 variant, going up to USD 2,599.99 for the Core i7 model with 32GB RAM and 1TB storage. We expect the price of the Microsoft Surface Pro 8 in Nepal to start at NPR 150,000 if and when it launches here.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8 Price in the US Price in Nepal (Expected)
Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD USD 1,099.99 NPR 150,000
Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD USD 1,199.99 NPR 165,000
Intel Core i5, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD USD 1,399.99 NPR 190,000
Intel Core i5, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD USD 1,399.99 NPR 190,000
Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD USD 1,599.99 NPR 215,000
Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD USD 1,899.99 NPR 260,000
Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD USD 2,199.99 NPR 300,000
Intel Core i7, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD USD 2,599.99 NPR 355,000

Microsoft Surface Pro X Price in Nepal and Availability

The base model (SQ1, 8/128GB, Wi-Fi) of the Surface Pro X starts at USD 899.99. We expect the price of the Microsoft Surface Pro X in Nepal to start at NPR 125,000, if and when it launches here (but like the Pro 8, they’re unlikely to arrive in Nepal officially).

Microsoft Surface Pro X  Price in the US Price in Nepal (Expected)
SQ1, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD, WiFi USD 899.99 NPR 125,000
SQ1, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD, LTE USD 999.99 NPR 135,000
SQ1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, WiFi USD 1099.99 NPR 150,000
SQ1, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD, LTE USD 1299.99 NPR 175,000
SQ2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, WiFi USD 1299.99 NPR 175,000
SQ2, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, LTE USD 1499.99 NPR 205,000
SQ2, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, WiFi USD 1499.99 NPR 205,000
SQ2, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, LTE USD 1799.99 NPR 245,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 2.

Redmi G 2021 launched with latest gaming CPUs from AMD and Intel

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Redmi forayed into the gaming laptop market last year with the Intel-powered Redmi G. A year later, the company has announced its successor with both Intel and AMD CPU options. Here, we will be discussing the specs, key features, expected price, and availability of the Redmi G 2021 gaming laptop in Nepal.

Redmi G 2021 Overview:

Design and Display

Starting with the design, the Redmi G 2021 doesn’t look any different than its predecessor. It features a 16-inch chassis with sharp-angled edges. There’s a 16.1-inch display with a 144Hz refresh rate.

This time around, the screen can operate at 72Hz, too. The bezels on the sides are minimal. On the contrary, its top bezel houses a webcam, whereas the bottom chin features the “Redmi G” branding.

Redmi G 2021 Design and Display

Processor and Cooling

Moving on, Redmi G 2021 gaming laptop is offered in both Intel and AMD variants. The Intel variant is powered by Core i5-11260H hexa-core CPU with a turbo frequency of up to 4.4GHz. This has been paired with RTX 3050 GPU.

On the other hand, the AMD model features a Ryzen 7 5800H octa-core CPU and a maximum clock speed of up to 4.4GHz. It is coupled with RTX 3060 GPU.

Likewise, the Redmi G 2021 gaming laptop has Hurricane Cooling 3.0 thermal solution for keeping the temperature down. It consists of dual fans, four air outlets, and up to five copper heat pipes.

Hurricane Cooling 3

Rest of the specs

Here, the Intel model comes with a 55Wh battery which is the same as that of last year. On the other hand, the AMD variant packs a bigger 80Wh battery. Similarly, they are shipped with 180W and 230W power adapters, respectively. Both configurations are available with 16GB RAM and 512GB of SSD storage.

Other features of the Redmi G 2021 include Wi-Fi 6, DTS:X audio, backlit keyboard, Xiao AI Smart assistant, and a USB-C port. The Intel model even supports Thunderbolt 4.

Redmi G 2021 Specifications:

  • Display: 16.1″ Anti-glare panel, 100% sRGB, 72/144Hz refresh rate, 300 nits
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 11260H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
  • GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / RTX 3060
  • RAM: 16GB DDR4-3200
  • Storage: 512GB PCIe x4 NVMe SSD
  • Ports: 1x USB Type-C, 1 x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1x Mini DP 1.4, 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x RJ45, 1x power input, 1x 3.5mm headphone jack
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 (2×2) + Bluetooth 5.1
  • Keyboard: Full-Size backlit keyboard (three levels of brightness)
  • Webcam: 720p camera
  • Battery: 55Wh (Intel) / 80Wh (AMD)

Redmi G 2021 Price in Nepal and Availability

Redmi G 2021 is currently exclusive to the Chinese market where its price is CNY 5,699 and CNY 6,999 for Intel and AMD models, respectively. If it launches here, we expect the price of the Redmi G 2021 gaming laptop in Nepal to be NPR 115,000 and NPR 140,000, respectively.

Redmi G 2021 Gaming Laptop Price in China Price in Nepal (Expected)
Intel Core i5-11260H, RTX 3050, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD CNY 5,699 NPR 115,000
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, RTX 3060, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD CNY 6,999 NPR 140,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our long-term review of Mi 11.

Microsoft Surface Go 3 with faster performance, Windows 11 announced

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Microsoft has unveiled the Surface Go 3 2-in-1 laptop at its September launch event held yesterday. It brings a significant upgrade in terms of performance with the new Intel processors. So, let’s get into the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Microsoft Surface Go 3 in Nepal.

Microsoft Surface Go 3 Overview:

Design and Display

The Surface Go 3 flaunts a 10.5-inch PixelSense touchscreen (10-point) with 1920 x 1280 resolution. This panel has a 1500:1 contrast ratio, Gorilla Glass 3 protection, and even supports Surface Pen for stylus input.

Microsoft Surface Go 3 Design and DisplayIn terms of design, it retains the thin and light profile of its predecessor. Furthermore, like the Surface Pro and the previous Surface Go devices, the Go 3 features a fold-out stand.

Performance

The new iteration of Surface Go comes in two models: one with an Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y CPU and one with Core i3-10100Y. This is a big improvement over the Surface Go 2 that had Pentium Gold 4425Y or 8th gen Core m3 processor. As per Microsoft, this silicon bump will help Surface Go 3 perform 60% than its predecessor

Microsoft Surface Go 3 Design -1Memory-wise, it comes with 4 or 8GB of LPDDR3 RAM along with 128GB of SSD storage. Also, there’s a base variant with 64GB eMMC storage. The device comes pre-installed with Windows 11 and has a rated battery life of 11 hours. To note, there’s also an LTE variant of the Surface Go 3 which Microsoft says will be available in the coming months.

Camera and Audio

Moving on, it has a 5MP camera on the front and an 8MP lens at the back. Both of them can shoot 1080p HD videos. It also supports Windows Hello facial recognition for biometrics. Over on to the audio, there’s a 2W stereo speaker setup with Dolby Audio support. 

Rest of the specs

Likewise, connectivity options on the Surface Go 3 include WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, a USB-C, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, one Surface Connect port, a Surface Type Cover port, and a microSDXC card slot. 

Microsoft Surface Go 3 Specifications:

  • Display: 10.5” PixelSense, 3:2 aspect ratio, 1500:1 contrast ratio, Corning Gorilla Glass 3, Surface Pen support, 10-point multi-touch
  • Resolution: 1920 x 1280 (220 PPI)
  • Processor: Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y / Intel Core i3-10100Y
  • Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 615
  • Memory: 4/8GB LPDDR3 RAM, 64GB eMMC / 128GB SSD storage
  • Software: Windows 11
  • Rear Camera: 8MP 
  • Front Camera: 5MP with Windows Hello face recognition
  • Battery: Up to 11 hours
  • Audio: Dual far-field studio mics, 2W stereo speakers with Dolby Audio
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.0 
  • Ports: 1x USB-C, 1x 3.5 mm headphone jack, 1x Surface Connect port, 1x Surface Type Cover Port, 1x microSDXC Card Reader

Microsoft Surface Go 3 Price in Nepal and Availability

The Surface Go 3 is available for pre-order at a starting price of USD 399.99 for the Pentium variant with Wi-Fi connectivity, 4GB RAM, and 64GB storage. Although it’s unlikely to officially launch in Nepal, we expect the price of the Microsoft Surface Go 3 to start at NPR 55,000 in case it arrives here.

Microsoft Surface Go 3  Price in the US Price in Nepal (Expected)
Intel Pentium, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC storage (Wi-Fi) USD 399.99 NPR 55,000
Intel Pentium, 4GB RAM, 128GB SSD (Wi-Fi) USD 499.99 NPR 68,000
Intel Core i3, 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD (Wi-Fi) USD 629.99 NPR 86,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the best budget tablets in 2021.

Nokia G50 with Snapdragon 480 5G, 48MP triple cameras goes official

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Nokia has just launched its latest mid-range 5G smartphone, the Nokia G50. Interestingly, it is the first 5G smartphone in the company’s G-lineup. Here, we will be looking at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of the Nokia G50 5G in Nepal.

Nokia G50 Overview:

Design and Display

Staring with the design, Nokia G50 follows the same Nordic design that newer Nokia phones have implemented. Here, you get to choose between two color options: Ocean Blue and Midnight Sun.

Nokia G50 Nordic Design display color options

Nokia G50 5G sports a 6.82-inch LCD panel with a V-shaped notch for the selfie camera. As with other G-series phones, the resolution is limited to HD+. Also, the bottom bezel here is thicker than on other sides and it houses the Nokia branding.

Performance and Memory

Under the hood, Nokia G50 packs Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 480 5G. It’s the same chipset that powers Nokia’s X-series phones that came before it. Memory-wise, you get the option to choose between 4/64GB and 4/128GB variants.

Camera

Over on the back, the circular camera module encloses three camera sensors along with an LED flash. The triple camera setup includes a 48MP primary, a 5MP ultra-wide, and a 2MP depth sensor. There is an 8MP selfie camera up front for selfies and video calls.

Rest of the specs

Nokia G50 gets its juice from a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W charging over the Type-C port. In terms of connectivity, the phone is Wi-Fi 6-ready and supports Bluetooth 5.0 and NFC. It retains the 3.5mm headphone jack and Nokia even provides a headset in the box.

Moving on, the fingerprint scanner is mounted on the power button and there’s a dedicated Google Assistant button too.

Nokia G50 Specifications:

  • Body (H x L x W): 8.85 x 183.83 x 77.69mm, 220 gm
  • Display: 6.82-inches HD+ LCD panel, 450 nits, 70% NTSC
  • Chipset: Snapdragon 480 5G (8nm Mobile Platform)
  • Memory: 4GB RAM, 64/128GB storage
  • Software & UI: Android 11 (2 years version, 3 years security update)
  • Rear Camera: Triple (48MP main + 5MP ultrawide + 2MP depth)
  • Front Camera: 8MP sensor (V-notch)
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face unlock
  • Battery: 5,000mAh with 18W wired charging
  • Color Options: Ocean Blue, Midnight Sun

Nokia G50 Price in Nepal and Availability

Nokia G50 is currently available in limited European markets like UK, Spain, and France. Its price starts at EUR 259 for the 4/64GB variant while the 4/128GB model costs between EUR 269 and EUR 299 depending upon the market. We expect the price of the Nokia G50 in Nepal to start at NPR 35,000 if and when it launches here.

Nokia G50 Price in Europe Price in Nepal (Expected)
4/64GB EUR 259 NPR 30,000
4/128GB EUR 269 NPR 33,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our review of the Nokia G20.

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 launched with a slew of upgrades and new features

Microsoft has just announced its second dual-screen phone. The new Surface Duo 2 follows the same design language as its predecessor but packs some notable upgrades all around. Here, we will be looking at the specs, features, expected price, and availability of Microsoft Surface Duo 2 in Nepal.

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 Overview:

Design

Let’s start with the design first. Here, the Surface Duo 2 comes with two separate AMOLED panels connected by a hinge. It’s a different approach from the actual folding screens on the other folding phones, including Samsung’s latest Galaxy Z devices.

Moving on, these displays now measure 5.8-inch, up from the 5.6-inch on the first-gen Surface Duo. Together, they attain a diagonal length of 8.3-inch. Similarly, each screen has 100% DCI-P3 coverage, a 90% adaptive refresh rate, and Gorilla Glass Victus protection.

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 Dual Screen

Since the inner edge of both displays is curved, a small portion of the screen is visible even when the hinge is closed. It allows users to peek at things like incoming calls, messages, notifications, and charging progress from the side.

The Surface Duo 2 also supports every generation of Surface Slim Pen, including the new Slim Pen 2 with haptic feedback. However, users will have to buy one separately. Anyway, even with the size and display upgrade, this device is lighter than its predecessor, starting at just 284 grams. Microsoft is also offering it on a new Obsidian color option besides the Glacier variant.

Performance and Memory

Running the show underneath is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset. It’s quite an upgrade from the Snapdragon 855 on the previous generation Surface Duo. The new chipset also comes with an integrated 5G modem, while the phone supports a total of 18 5G bands.

As for memory, you get 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM, which can be paired with 128, 256, or 512GB of internal storage. Furthermore, the Duo 2 can accept a nano-SIM and an eSIM.

Software

Besides solid build quality, another important aspect of a folding phone is its software. Without robust software backing it up, dual-screen phones are just gimmicks.

Here, the Surface Duo 2 runs on Android 11. And Microsoft’s different tweaks, optimizations let users open two apps side by side. They can even make app pairs to launch two apps with a single click.

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 Dual Apps

Microsoft claims there are over 150 games optimized to make use of the dual-screen. For instance, while playing games like Asphalt 9, you can expand the map on one screen while enjoying the gameplay on the other. Apart from Microsoft’s own suite of applications, apps like Disney+, TikTok, Kindle, ESPN, etc. have been optimized to make full use of Duo 2’s dual-display as well.

Camera

Microsoft has also overhauled the camera set up this time after all the criticism it faced for the poor camera capability of the original surface duo. Here, the Duo 2 features three cameras at the back and one on the front.

The triple rear camera setup consists of a 12MP primary camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). Accompanying it is a 16MP ultrawide lens and a 12MP telephoto lens that boasts 2x optical zoom and OIS. Over on the front, there is a 12MP selfie camera, accompanied by a dual-LED flash.

Rest of the specs

Fueling the phone is a 4,449mAh dual-cell battery which supports 23W fast charging over the USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port. There is no wireless charging support though. Microsoft Surface Duo 2 supports dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC. A fingerprint scanner is integrated onto the power button, and you get stereo speakers for audio output.

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 accessories

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 Specifications:

  • Dimension:
    • Open: 145.2mm x 184.5mm x 5.50mm
    • Closed: 145.2mm x 92.1mm x 11.0mm
  • Display: Dual 5.8-inch AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, 1344 x 1892 pixels, 100% DCI-P3, 800 nits, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G (5nm Mobile Platform)
  • CPU: Octa-core (1x Cortex-X1 @ 2.84GHz, 3x Cortex-A78 @ 2.42GHz, 4x Cortex-A55 @ 1.80GHz)
  • GPU: Adreno 660
  • Main Camera: Triple (12MP primary with OIS + 16MP f/2.4 ultra-wide + 12MP telephoto lens with OIS)
  • Selfie Camera: 12MP sensor
  • Memory: 8GB LPDDR5 RAM with 128/256/512GB storage
  • Software: Android 11
  • Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
  • Battery: 4,499mAh battery, 23W wired charging
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou, QZSS, NFC, 5G
  • Color Options: Obsidian, Glacier

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of Microsoft Surface Duo 2 starts at USD 1,499.99 and will be available from October 21. Surface products are yet to land officially in Nepal. Still, if Microsoft Surface Duo 2 launches in Nepal, we expect the price to start at NPR 205,000.

Microsoft Surface Duo 2 Price in the US Price in Nepal (Expected)
128GB USD 1,499.99 NPR 205,000
256GB USD 1,599.99 NPR 220,000
512GB USD 1,799.99 NPR 245,000
  • Meanwhile, check out our early impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Flip 3.