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Gigabyte U4 UD

The built-in CPU promises a lot of performance out of the box, but Gigabyte doesn't fully exploit it. As a result, the device can usually hold its ground against comparison models with slower CPUs, but it falls short of expectations.

-- As reviewed by NotebookCheck
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MSRP: $565.83
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Product details

  • Intel Iris Xe Graphics
  • 11th Gen Intel Core i5-1155G7
  • 16GB DDR4 RAM, 512GB SSD
  • 14.0" Thin Bezel FHD 1920x1080 IPS-level Display
  • Intel WiFi 6 AX201, Bluetooth V5.2
  • Dual-Array Microphone, DTS: X Ultra, Windows 11
  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 (Type-A), 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 (Type-A), 1x Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C)
  • 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x Audio Combo Jack, 1x MicroSD Card Reader, 1x DC-in Jack

PROS

+ low weight
+ bright display
+ upgradeable SSD
+ fast Wi-Fi
+ remains cool during operation

CONS

- CPU/GPU potential not fully exploited
- small battery
- modest battery life
- fan revs up for no reason

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Expert reviews and ratings

By NotebookCheck on November 26, 2021
The built-in CPU promises a lot of performance out of the box, but Gigabyte doesn't fully exploit it. As a result, the device can usually hold its ground against comparison models with slower CPUs, but it falls short of expectations.
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