Tag: Core 3 304

  • Lenovo 17-Inch Laptop Gets Global Launch: 32GB RAM, Intel Wildcat Lake

    Lenovo 17-Inch Laptop Gets Global Launch: 32GB RAM, Intel Wildcat Lake

    Key Takeaway

    – Intel Wildcat Lake chips are powering new Windows laptops, many initially exclusive to China.
    – Lenovo’s IdeaPad Slim 3i 17IWC11 (17-inch, 2.03 kg) has expanded to Europe from £799/€799.
    – Base model includes 8 GB RAM, 256 GB storage, and a Core 3 304 processor (5-core).
    – Configurable up to Core 7 350, 32 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD, and 60 Wh battery (max £1,669).
    – All variants feature a 1080p, 300-nit IPS display with 72% NTSC color coverage.

    Windows OEMs Adopt Intel’s Wildcat Lake

    In recent weeks, various Windows OEMs have been putting Intel’s Wildcat Lake platform to use inside MacBook Neo competitors. As it stands, many of these are exclusive to China, such as the HP StarBook Plus 14 that debuted in late May. The same is the case with Lenovo, which updated its Lecoo Air range in May with multiple Wildcat Lake-powered options.

    Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3i 17IWC11 Launch

    Additionally, the company created the IdeaPad Slim 3i 17IWC11, a 2.03 kg laptop that is now available in more countries. Previously, Lenovo sold the laptop in East Asia and Southeast Asia. However, the company has now expanded availability to Europe with £799 and €799 starting prices.

    Currently, these prices include 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage and the Core 3 304, a 5-core processor that should perform about as well as quad-core Zen 4 processors like the Ryzen 3 210. Lenovo offers the IdeaPad Slim 3i 17IWC11 with the more powerful Core 5 315, Core 5 320 and Core 7 350, though. Also, 16 GB or 32 GB of DDR5-5600 RAM is available from the factory, as is 512 GB or 1 TB of M.2 2242 storage.

    Configuration and Display Details

    Moreover, Lenovo’s new 17-inch laptop can be configured with 50 Wh or 60 Wh batteries and in Cosmic Blue or Luna Grey finishes. All SKUs ship with a 300 nit and 60 Hz IPS display though, which resolves at 1,920 x 1,080 pixels with 72% NTSC colour space coverage. Please note that pricing rises to £1,669 for a fully configured unit with a Core 7 350 processor, 32 GB of RAM, a 1 TB SSD, a 60 Wh battery and other optional extras.

    • Core 3 304: 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, £799/€799
    • Optional processors: Core 5 315, Core 5 320, Core 7 350
    • RAM options: 16GB or 32GB DDR5-5600
    • Storage options: 512GB or 1TB M.2 2242
    • Battery options: 50Wh or 60Wh
    • Colours: Cosmic Blue, Luna Grey
    • Display: 300 nit, 60 Hz, 1920×1080, 72% NTSC
    • Max price: £1,669 for fully configured unit


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  • Asus Unveils First NUC Mini-PC for Cloud Computing

    Asus Unveils First NUC Mini-PC for Cloud Computing

    Key Takeaway

    – Cheaper alternative to NUC 16 Pro with Intel Wildcat Lake processors
    – First “Cloud PC” device designed for Windows 365, requiring constant online connection
    – Available with Windows 365, Windows 11 Home, or Windows 11 Pro
    – Base model includes 8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage, supports up to 64 GB RAM and 2 TB storage
    – Pricing and availability still unknown

    Asus’s New Mini PC Revealed

    Asus presented the NUC 16 today at Computex 2026 in Taipei. In short, the NUC 16 is a cheaper alternative to the existing NUC 16 Pro (curr. $599) with Intel Wildcat Lake processors. By contrast, the NUC 16 Pro comes with up to the Core Ultra X9 388H from Intel’s Panther Lake generation.

    Cloud-Focused Version Announced

    At the same time, the company has unveiled the NUC 16 for Windows 365. In a press release, Asus describes the latter as its ‘first Cloud PC device’, adding that the NUC 16 for Windows is a purpose-built solution designed for seamless integration with Windows 365. By shifting the entire desktop experience to the cloud, this device eliminates the risks associated with local data storage while providing a secure, responsive, and familiar environment.

    From that wording, it seems that the NUC 16 for Windows 365 operates entirely in the cloud and must always be online to function. However, Asus’ mentions that the mini-PC will be available with Windows 365 or Windows 11 Home and Windows 11 Pro. Unfortunately, the company has not clarified further yet.

    Specifications and Pricing Details

    Setting that aside, the NUC 16 for Windows 365 will be available with the Core 3 304. The slowest option in Intel’s Wildcat Lake family, the Core 3 304 features a single Cougar Cove P-Core and four Darkmont LP E-cores. Also, the processor contains an iGPU with 1 Xe3 core. According to Asus, the NUC 16 for Windows 365 supports up to 64 GB of RAM and 2 TB of PCIe Gen 4 storage, too. Only 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage will be included, though. Pricing and availability remain unknown for now, just like the regular NUC 16.


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