Powerful CPU performance
Runs cool and nearly silent in most use cases
Sturdy chassis with virtually no keyboard deck or screen flex
Strong battery life at around 10 hours
Good GPU performance, nearly matching lower-wattage dedicated GPUs
Price hiked to nearly $1,900 during the review period, making it poor value
Low resolution for a 16-inch panel, leading to text looking soft and fuzzy
Heavy at over 4.5 lbs, more than many gaming laptops
Noticeable screen door effect and glossy display causing reflections
Keyboard shifted left for the numpad, making the main keys uncomfortably narrow

Powerful CPU performance
Runs cool and nearly silent in most use cases
Sturdy chassis with virtually no keyboard deck or screen flex
Strong battery life at around 10 hours
Good GPU performance, nearly matching lower-wattage dedicated GPUs
Price hiked to nearly $1,900 during the review period, making it poor value
Low resolution for a 16-inch panel, leading to text looking soft and fuzzy
Heavy at over 4.5 lbs, more than many gaming laptops
Noticeable screen door effect and glossy display causing reflections
Keyboard shifted left for the numpad, making the main keys uncomfortably narrow
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