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The Ugreen DXP4800 GT is one of those NAS devices that reallu impressed us, earning the full 5 stars in our tests. Its four drive bays are joined by dual 10GbE networking, M.2 NVMe expansion, an AMD Ryzen processor, and features aimed at creators and office teams.

• Best for: Small businesses, studios, and creative professionals who needs fast centralized storage for large files, backups, media libraries, and multi-user access.

• The deal: The Ugreen DXP4800 GT NAS device is now $560 (was $660) at Amazon.

• Why it matters: Dual 10GbE networking, four drive bays, two M.2 slots, and up to 144TB of claimed capacity provide a fast, expandable alternative to relying on cloud storage. In summing up this NAS drive, we called it "a superb NAS option for those in the creative sector."

4-Bay DXP4800 GT NAS: was $659.99 now $559.99
This four-bay NAS features a Ryzen Embedded R2514 processor, 8GB DDR4 memory, dual 10GbE networking, two M.2 NVMe slots, USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, SD card support and up to 144TB storage capacity.View Deal

Why we recommend it

In his 5-star review, our expert Alastair said: "The DXP4800 GT is an excellent choice for smaller studios, offices and homes, really anyone who wants dual 10GbE without the huge cost that has until now been associated with this network speed."

He also noted: "when I sat down and worked through the costs of my Google Drive storage, WeTransfer, Wipster, and Backblaze subscriptions, it didn’t take long for those subscriptions' yearly costs to far surpass the cost of the DXP4800 GT. I’ve been sold on this new wave of NAS for a while, and the advancements with each new release just make them more impressive and usable, especially when you need to store large quantities of files and access them quickly."

The DXP4800 GT combines an AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 processor with four cores and eight threads, plus 8GB of DDR4 memory. RAM can be expanded to 64GB, while compatible ECC memory can also be installed if you want error correction.

There are four SATA bays supporting drives up to 32TB each, with two of those bays also supporting U.2 NVMe SSDs. Two additional M.2 slots accommodate up to 16TB of SSD storage between them, giving the NAS a claimed maximum capacity of 144TB.

Creators also get an SD card slot for transferring photos and video directly to the NAS, alongside 10Gbps USB-A and USB-C connections and a 4K HDMI output.

Price context & historical value

We noted in our review, this is "the best-value 4-bay 10GbE NAS you can buy and an excellent choice for video and creators who need mass storage and speed."

The reduction from $659.99 to $559.99 knocks exactly $100 off the regular price, equivalent to a saving of just over 15%. That's not the cheapest it's been however. I've seen it for $528 in the recent past.

Remember that this is a diskless NAS, however, so you'll need to budget separately for the HDDs or SSDs required to actually store your files.

Should you buy it?

✅ Buy the Ugreen DXP4800 GT NAS if...

You want fast, centralized storage. The combination of nippy networking, SSD expansion, and direct SD card imports will make it especially useful for photographers and video creators. The system is capable of local-like 4K and 8K editing directly from the NAS — when the rest of your network and storage setup can keep up.

UGOS Pro also goes beyond file storage, with support for Docker, virtual machines, SAN Manager, backups, and compatible surveillance cameras.

❌ Skip the Ugreen DXP4800 GT NAS if...

You simply need somewhere for backups or don't have the networking hardware to benefit from 10GbE. A more basic two- or four-bay NAS could be all you'll need and cost you considerably less.

Also consider

• Shop all NAS products at Amazon.

DXP4800 Plus 4-Bay NAS: was $729.99 now $656.99
This four-bay NAS features an Intel 8505 processor, 8GB DDR5 memory, 10GbE and 2.5GbE networking, a built-in 128GB SSD, dual M.2 NVMe slots, 4K media playback and hardware transcoding support.View Deal

This bundle combines the Ugreen DXP2800 two-bay NAS with the US3000 12,000mAh uninterruptible power supply, providing up to 80TB of storage capacity alongside battery backup for added protection during outages.View Deal

• Russia could slash SIM sellers as new rules tighten mobile registration
• New SIM cards could arrive without money under Russia’s fraud measures
• Anti-Fraud 3.0 could replace thousands of smaller SIM-selling intermediaries

Moscow is preparing a new round of anti-fraud rules, dubbed Anti-Fraud 3.0, that would sharply shrink the number of people allowed to sell SIM cards.

The proposals would reserve number registration for direct dealers while requiring new SIM cards to carry no funds before contracts are signed.

If adopted, the measures could change how Russians obtain mobile numbers and make prepaid SIM cards less useful in fraud schemes.

Russia could sharply reduce the number of SIM sellers

Individual entrepreneurs currently acting as intermediaries between operators and customers would therefore lose their ability to arrange subscriber agreements.

An industry estimate claims that these intermediaries account for almost half of physical SIM purchases across Russia.

The change could affect thousands of retail locations, potentially making mobile numbers less readily available in some areas.

T2, one of Russia's mobile operators, has argued that stronger intermediary requirements could work better than eliminating the model.

The operator says it already checks customer identities and activates numbers only after the required verification procedures have been completed.

The proposal would also require operators to issue new SIM cards without money already loaded into their associated accounts.

Customers would instead need to establish the service agreement before adding funds, creating a record connected with the eventual payment.

Russia's Finance Ministry says this approach is intended to make numbers purchased for fraudulent purposes easier to trace through payment activity.

“Such measures will make fraudulent use of prepaid numbers or numbers obtained using another person's identity impossible,” it said.

Zero balance could leave fraudsters with fewer anonymous options

The ministry argues that prepaid numbers can allow criminals to obtain communication services, exploit them, and then discard them after use.

Under the new plan, new SIM cards will not come with bonus funds. Even if this free money is on the SIM, the user must make a purchase on the SIM to activate it.

Requiring customers to add money after signing their service agreements could create payment records that investigators can examine during fraud cases.

Payments made through terminals or communication outlets could additionally generate records that help authorities connect transactions with individual users.

The proposed package also considers requiring identifiable sender information for bulk text messages, with inaccurate details potentially triggering contract termination.

The package would also prohibit automated calls made solely to check whether particular numbers remain active.

Owners of websites and mobile applications could also face requirements to retain registration and login records for three years.

Those records would be available to law enforcement when legally required, according to the proposed measures.

However, Russia already requires operators to verify customers before activating numbers, following communication law changes introduced during spring 2025.

T2 and Beeline say their customers cannot use newly obtained numbers before completing the legally required identity verification.

That means the proposed zero-balance requirement would add another control rather than simply introducing identification.

The Finance Ministry has stressed that Anti-Fraud 3.0 remains work in progress, with industry recommendations still being considered before authorities make a final decision.

Via 1.ru

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• The Shark FlexStyle IonCurl is a hair styler for creating bouncy curls
• It uses the same Coanda airflow technology as the Dyson Airwrap
• Its ionic tech reduces static, and temperature control protects your scalp

Shark has launched a new multi-function hair styler as an affordable alternative to the Dyson Airwrap — with added ionic technology to help reduce frizz, which sounds perfect if your hair is as prone to flyaways as mine.

The Shark FlexStyle IonCurl uses the same Coanda airflow technology as the Dyson Airwrap to wrap hair around the barrel, plus negative ions to reduce static build-up. There's also an 'AirSet' button that allows you to pause the airflow during styling, or release a pulse of cold air to help set curls for bouncier results.

The original Shark FlexStyle impressed our three testers with its versatility, excellent drying power, and wide range of attachments. that make it suitable for a wide range of different hair types. "It's well-designed, packs a good amount of power, and is comfortable to use," we concluded. "The auto-wrap barrels work as advertised and make this an affordable alternative to the Airwrap."

The IonCurl is also an all-rounder, but as the name suggests, focuses more specifically on curling. There are two versions to choose from: the four-in-one model, which is supplied with two 32mm Coanda curlers, FrizzFighter high shine polisher, oval brush, and styling concentrator nozzle, and the five-in-one version with two smaller-diameter curlers included as well.

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The IonCurl offers a stronger Coanda airflow than the original FlexStyle, to wrap hair around the barrel more firmly during styling.

Another new addition is the Scalp Shield mode, which activates automatically to control the temperature when drying hair near your scalp, helping to protect delicate new growth — similar to the Scalp Protect mode on the Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer.

We'll be testing the FlexStyle IonCurl very soon, and we'll bring you a full review so you can see how it compares with the best Dyson AirWrap dupes if you're shopping for a more affordable hair styler.

• Spaces is replacing Library for Pro, Business and Enterprise users
• It puts your documents, colleagues, generative AI and agentic AI in one place
• Live Pages are a new document type that AI can automatically keep up-to-date

As AI continues to evolve from much more than just basic generative conversations to greater autonomy, OpenAI has launched a new ChatGPT Spaces interface to serve as the new environment for human-AI collaboration.

Within Spaces, multiple colleagues will be able to collaborate with each other alongside ChatGPT, but it's also a shared space for other OpenAI tools like Codex and the newly-announced, always-on Dots.

The introduction of Spaces largely replaces the now-outgoing Library tab for Pro, Business and Enterprise users across both desktop and mobile, as well as the web, but it also serves a much bigger purpose than Library ever did.

ChatGPT Spaces replaces Library

The company defines Spaces as a "home for the pages and files you create, upload, and share in ChatGPT, including spreadsheets and presentations."

But importantly, the change also sees the introduction of Pages – new documents that combine "text, images, charts and [other] interactive tools." Instead of ChatGPT generating a document and users having to manually edit or prompt changes, Pages are now live places where connections with apps like Slack, emails and calendars keep data current.

In a set of FAQs, the company also noted that each user has their own ChatGPT and, where applicable, Dot, to interact with, so they can call on AI to make changes or keep things up-to-date.

There's also a meeting plugin in the works, currently available in beta for Pro and Business users via the desktop app only. It "creates private, personalized notes and suggests follow-ups" within the shared Space that's accessible by colleagues.

While OpenAI hasn't set out to replace Google Workspace or Microsoft 365, Spaces does mark a major shift in how workers access their documents, putting documents (via plugins), humans and AI all in one place together.

• Meta adds new SMB plan for Muse always-on agents
• It works with Instagram/Facebook and third-party connections
• Most Muse use cases should be free, but there are paid plans for more tokens

Meta has expanded its agentic AI platform with the launch of Muse for Small Business.

In a similar vein to OpenAI's new Dots service, Muse users can give their agents a goal or objective and let the agent carry out work independently, palming off some of the more administrative workloads like running parts of the business or finding new customers.

Meta argues that small businesses are a key target for Muse because they wouldn't typically have dedicated resources across marketing, finance and other admin, hence the agentic boost.

Muse for Small Business

Importantly, Muse is likely to be highly tailored toward Meta's own products, hence the company's examples spanning connections with "Instagram professional account analytics, Facebook Pages, and Meta ad accounts."

Crucially, Muse also works with other existing connectors, like Asana, Dropbox, Shopify, Slack and Zoom, making it much more than a Meta-only tool.

Just like its high-profile rival, Muse also continues to work in the background toward pre-defined objectives, surfacing relevant information or issues that require human intervention. Some use case examples include scanning emails and calendars for the most important actions, and drafting new ad campaigns based on current trends.

Meta argues that Muse is set to be free "for most of what people need," but two additional paid plans are also available for businesses who want to go all-in on agentic AI, including the $20/month Power plan (500M weekly tokens) and the $100/month Max plan (3B weekly tokens).

Interestingly, Meta's approach took a consumer product and reframed it for businesses. Muse launched earlier this month for US and Canadian customers before getting an SMB variant, but OpenAI's Dots landed with business users in mind, and there's currently no word on whether a consumer variant could launch.

We’ve found that some are much better at doing so than others.

If you're British, you're automatically a Maxine Peake superfan — regardless of your age or generation. From Silk to the hugely overlooked The Bisexual on Channel 4, she's starred in banger after banger.

Now, she stars as delusional wife Jenna in gripping Australian Apple TV thriller Last Seen, which follows emergency dispatcher Ian (Patrick Brammall) trying to find his missing daughter after a mysterious phone call suggests she's alive years after going missing.

It's a gripping watch from start to finish, but I can't help wishing that Peake had more screen time. Did that stop me blurting out "I love you" during a Zoom call about the series? Absolutely not.

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More than anything, I wanted to know what Peake recommended that fans should watch next, whether that was continuing the same vibe or finding something completely different to decompress.

She went with the latter not only by choosing my favorite British comedy series of 2026, but by picking something that isn't going to cost you a dime to watch on BBC iPlayer.

Maxine Peake is a huge fan of Ann Droid on BBC iPlayer — and I don't blame her

"I would go to the BBC and I would watch Ann Droid with Diane Morgan," Peake tells me. "It's another side of some Boltonian joy."

I'd completely forgotten that this is where both Peake and Morgan come from, but even without the geographical link, it's an excellent shout. if you've not yet seen the hit comedy series, Morgan plays Linda, a secondhand AnnDroid Z58/100 Basic Eldercare Robot gifted to widow Sue (Sue Johnston) by her son Michael (Kevin Ready).

Basically, it's like Channel 4's Humans meets a Royale Family and Motherland reunion that we weren't expecting, and it's nothing short of glorious. Clearly, everybody else who's watched thinks the same thing, as season 2 was renewed shortly after all six episodes of season 1 were released.

Morgan is truly the most talented, authentic and unique voice in Western comedy at the moment, but even those, this is huge praise from Peake. Why? her first job out of drama school was snarky Twinkle in Dinnerladies, the classic Victoria Wood sitcom.

Despite only running for two seasons, it's a cornerstone of British sitcom culture, a baton that Morgan has picked up and run with. It's unexpected, but the more I think about it, I'm not sure a that a better TV pairing is possible.

• New Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K unveiled for $59.99 / £69.99 (about AU$86)
• Main upgrade is speed, promises that you'll start watching up to 40% faster than rival 4K streaming sticks
• New-design Fire TV Remote is included, with a Plus version to follow in 2027 with built-in 'Find My Remote' function

Amazon has unveiled a new version of the Fire TV Stick 4K that it says is blazingly fast — and it's made a video to prove it. The video, embedded below, compares the new Fire TV Stick 4K with the average performance of "3 top brand" smart TVs, and "a similarly priced 4K stick from another leading brand".

According to Amazon, the new Fire TV Stick 4K gets you watching 20% to 40% more quickly than rival 4K streaming sticks, with apps launching 35% more quickly. It's also faster than the smart TVs Amazon tested. Amazon's video is embedded below so you can see for yourself.

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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K (2026): key features

The new Fire TV Stick 4K, like the Fire Stick HD that launched earlier this year, is slimmer than before, making it more convenient to put behind your TV or pack for traveling. It runs Amazon's own Vega operating system, meaning that you can't sideload apps on it, and Alexa+ is on board.

Amazon is streamlining its lineup of TV sticks to focus on three distinct tiers: HD, 4K and 4K Max. The most expensive option, the 4K Max, gets the premium features such as Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and Alexa+ Home Theater.

The launch also delivers a new Fire TV remote, which Amazon says has been made more tactile and easy to hold. Its flat top and curved, weighted bottom are intended to help you get it the right way round first time, and the Home button gets its own special metal surface so you can find it by feel. The other buttons are shaped or indented for the same reason.

The new remote also gets the customizable star button that was previously reserved for the most expensive models. That can be assigned to a specific app or to a feature such as the Screen Magnifier.

The new remote is compatible with all Fire TV players since 2019 and all Amazon Ember TVs too. A new Fire TV Remote Plus is coming too, to replace the Alexa Voice Remote Pro, but that won't be out until early 2027. It's most useful feature will be a 'Find My Remote' feature, so you can just ask Alexa to locate the remote, and the remote will start making a sound so you can find which cushion it's behind.

The new Fire TV Stick 4K is available now for $59.99 / £69.99 (about AU$86), but Amazon has confirmed that the price will fall to $39.99 / £32.99 / AU$tbc during the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale, starting October 6th. Here's the link to the new 4K Stick, if you want to bookmark it for then. We assume it'll be discounted in other regions too, but we haven't had that confirmed.

That price includes the remote, but if you're happy with your current Fire TV and just want the nicer remote control, that'll be $14.99 / £13.99 / AU$tbc on its own. The new remote will ship in late October 2026.

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026): Two-minute review

The ROG Zephyrus Duo is a mighty gaming laptop with an outstanding spec, which includes not one but two 3K OLED touchscreens.

It looks, though, bely its capabilities. There isn’t much branding or brashness here, and the dark colorway keeps things modest. It also lacks the sleekness of some models, with its various jutting edges and angles sullying its contours. The materials don’t seem all that premium, either. However, the ROG Zephyrus Duo is still a solidly made machine, and considering what lurks beneath, it’s surprisingly thin and compact.

The way the dual displays are set up is clever and well engineered, too. The keyboard can be detached to reveal the second screen, and there’s a sturdy stand underneath the unit to prop up both displays. These solutions provide plenty of scope for your preferred setup, and the various hinges operate smoothly while providing plenty of stability.

(Image credit: Future)

What’s more, there’s a generous selection of ports on the ROG Zephyrus Duo, matching some of the best gaming laptops on this front. In addition to two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports and two USB-A ports, you also get an SD card reader and an HDMI output.

My review unit was the top-spec model with the RTX 5090 GPU, so naturally its gaming performance was superb. It ran Cyberpunk 2077 between 50-60fps on the highest preset and at full resolution. There was a lot of fan noise and heat, but the former isn’t too disruptive, and the latter is confined to the underside of the unit.

Both displays are as vivid and as sharp as you would expect given their OLED technology and 3K resolution. Their touchscreens are responsive and sufficiently smooth, although they can feel a little grabby at times. They’d be better served by a stylus, but unfortunately you’ll have to provide your own, since the ROG Zephyrus Duo doesn’t come with one.

The keyboard functions well, whether attached to the bottom screen or detached and connected via Bluetooth. The keys have a generous travel and a tactile feel, which makes them great for typing. However, they feel a little cramped when gaming in the WASD position, and it’s a shame the layout isn’t full size, given the space available. The integrated touchpad works well for cursor navigation, thanks to its large surface.

As with most gaming laptops, the battery life of the ROG Zephyrus Duo is a weak point. It didn’t even last four hours when I ran a movie on a continuous loop, a poor result even by the measly standards of your typical gaming laptop.

The ROG Zephyrus Duo certainly demands a large chunk of money, but it's an undeniably high-end device with just about the best performance you could wish for in a portable gaming machine. What’s more, there aren’t many dual-screen laptops built for gaming at this level, so the ROG Zephyrus Duo is a must if that’s a priority for you.

(Image credit: Future)Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) review: Price & availability

• Starts from $4,499.99 / £3,999.99 / AU$8,999
• Available now
• Incredibly expensive

Given its almighty spec, it shouldn't come as a surprise that the ROG Zephyrus Duo has a price tag to match. Exact model specifications vary with region, but the starting price is $4,499.99 / £3,999.99 / AU$8,999. For this, you get an RTX 5070 Ti GPU, 32GB of RAM, and 1TB of storage.

If a dual-screen setup is a must for your laptop, you could also look at the Lenovo Yoga Book 9i. It too comes with Bluetooth keyboard, but also comes with a mouse and a stylus, both of which the ROG Zephyrus Duo omits. Additionally, it costs a lot less than ROG Zephyrus Duo, although the big drawback is that it doesn’t have a dedicated GPU, so it isn’t one for heavy gamers.

If you don’t need dual screens, but just want an all-conquering gaming laptop, then the Razer Blade 18 is about the best we’ve tried in this category. We were overawed by its performance, while we also loved its keyboard, display, and form factor. It too has a seriously daunting price, though.

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) review: Specs

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) base configuration

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) mid configuration

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) max configuration

Price

$4,499.99 / £3,999.99 / AU$8,999

$5,499.99

$(TBC) / £6,099.99 / AU$12,999

CPU

Intel Core Ultra 9 386H (up to 4.9 GHz, 16 cores)

Intel Core Ultra 9 386H (up to 4.9 GHz, 16 cores)

Intel Core Ultra 9 386H (up to 4.9 GHz, 16 cores)

Graphics

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU (12GB GDDR7)

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU (24GB GDDR7)

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU (24GB GDDR7)

RAM

32GB LPDDR5X

32GB LPDDR5X

64GB LPDDR5X

Screen

2x 16-inch 3K (2880 x 1800) OLED, 16:10, 120Hz, HDR, Touchscreen, G-Sync

2x 16-inch 3K (2880 x 1800) OLED, 16:10, 120Hz, HDR, Touchscreen, G-Sync

2x 16-inch 3K (2880 x 1800) OLED, 16:10, 120Hz, HDR, Touchscreen, G-Sync

Storage

1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2

1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2

2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2

Ports

1x power input (DC), 2x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort / power delivery, 40Gbps), 2x USB-A (3.2 Gen 2, 10Gbps), 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1x SD card reader, 1x 3.5mm combo audio

1x power input (DC), 2x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort / power delivery, 40Gbps), 2x USB-A (3.2 Gen 2, 10Gbps), 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1x SD card reader, 1x 3.5mm combo audio

1x power input (DC), 2x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort / power delivery, 40Gbps), 2x USB-A (3.2 Gen 2, 10Gbps), 1x HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1x SD card reader, 1x 3.5mm combo audio

Wireless

Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0

Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0

Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0

Battery

90WHrs

90WHrs

90WHrs

Weight

2.82kg (6.22 lbs)

2.82kg (6.22 lbs)

2.82kg (6.22 lbs)

Dimensions

13.98 x 9.72 x 0.98 inches (355 x 247 x 24.9mm)

13.98 x 9.72 x 0.98 inches (355 x 247 x 24.9mm)

13.98 x 9.72 x 0.98 inches (355 x 247 x 24.9mm)

(Image credit: Future)Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) review: Design

• Understated looks
• Smart and versatile dual-screen setup
• Generous port selection

The ROG Zephyrus Duo cuts a rather unassuming figure, with its dark gray colorway and lack of branding. On the lid, the diagonal strip that’s become the mark of the Zephyrus line doesn’t add much interest. But the matte finish on the lid is a nice touch.

However, the rest of the unit’s materials don’t look or feel particularly premium. Its form is quite utilitarian, too, lacking the totally flat and flush surfaces of more sleek laptops. Thankfully, though, it feels very solid, and although the top display enclosure is quite thin and has some flex to it, it’s sturdy enough.

The ROG Zephyrus Duo is actually quite a discreet device. There’s no denying its thickness, but when you consider it hides a second screen and a detachable wireless keyboard, as well as featuring up to an RTX 5090 GPU, it’s quite impressive Asus has managed to make it this compact. It’s still expectedly heavy, though.

Two 3K OLED touchscreen displays are the standout feature of the ROG Zephyrus Duo. You can set them up in various ways: by reclining the main display back past 180 degrees so you can prop the unit like a tent, or leave the laptop in the standard position and simply remove the keyboard to use the display underneath. This would be perfect for drawing or handwriting while you keep your eyes on the main display. It’s a shame, though, that the ROG Zephyrus Duo doesn’t come with a stylus despite supporting them, although if you’re an enthusiastic creative you may already have one you can use.

(Image credit: Future)

The hinge offers a smooth pivot and provides plenty of stability, no matter what angle you have the main display at. However, it doesn’t allow for a full 360-degree rotation, so the ROG Zephyrus Duo can’t be used like a tablet — although this wouldn’t exactly be practical, given its size and weight.

Perhaps the best way to make use of the ROG Zephyrus Duo’s dual displays is to unfold the integrated kickstand underneath the unit so that both displays are stacked on top of each other. This stand provides a reassuring stability and, despite how thin it is, it doesn’t feel flimsy.

Switching between dual- and single-screen use is made easy thanks to the removable keyboard. It’s magnetically attached to the bottom screen, so it simply requires a light pry to detach it. At the same time, it’s also very stable when in place; I didn’t experience any wobbling or displacement when using it.

When detached, it connects to the ROG Zephyrus Duo via Bluetooth, which you enable by flicking a switch on the side of the keyboard. It charges when attached to the bottom screen, but you can also charge it using the USB-C port on its side when it’s not.

Its build quality is less impressive than the rest of the ROG Zephyrus Duo, though. The soft outer material feels cheap and is prone to scuff marks and the like, while the board itself is quite flimsy. However, this is a price worth paying for its lightness, and it remains stable while typing.

Given its real estate, the layout is disappointingly compromised. It seems like there’s space to include a number pad or at least more navigation keys. The arrow keys are inconveniently small, too, although the integrated touchpad is a good size at least.

I was also glad to see a number of ports on board the ROG Zephyrus Duo. In addition to two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports and two USB-A ports, there’s also a full-sized SD card reader, an HDMI port, and a 3.5mm headset jack. These ports are spread quite evenly across both sides of the unit and are sensibly positioned.

(Image credit: Future)Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) review: Performance

• Phenomenal performance
• Consistent fan noise
• Keyboard not great for gaming

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) benchmarks

3DMark: Night Raid: 63,017; Fire Strike: 34,724; Steel Nomad: 4,818; Solar Bay: 88,856; Solar Bay Unlimited: 86,289; Solar Bay Extreme: 17,498; Solar Bay Extreme Unlimited: 16,958
Geekbench 6.5: Multicore: 17,119; Single-core: 2,857
Cinebench R23: Multi Core: 20,933; Cinebench R24: Single Core: 124; Multi Core: 1,252
Crossmark: Overall: 2,177; Productivity: 1,975; Creativity: 2,532; Responsiveness: 1,852
Passmark Overall: 15,847.2; CPU: 39,981.9; 2D Graphics: 1,462.5; 3D Graphics: 30,730.9; Memory: 40,56.3; Disk: 82,992.7
BlackMagicDisk: Read: 9,501MB/s; Write: 8,190MB/s
HandBrake 4K to 1080p: 104.26fps
Civilization VII: (Max resolution, High, XeSS Balanced): 149fps; (1080p, High): 183fps
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: (Max resolution, Highest, DLSS Balanced): 173fps; (1080p, Highest, SMAA x4): 162fps
Total War: Warhammer III: Mirrors of Madness: (Max Resolution, Ultra): 48fps; (1080p, Ultra): 53fps
Cyberpunk 2077: (1600p, Ray Tracing: Ultra, DLSS Balanced): 66fps; (Max resolution, Ultra, DLSS Balanced): 94fps; (1080p, Ultra): 124fps
Marvel Rivals: (Max resolution, DLSS Balanced, Ultra): 75fps; (1200p, Low): 149fps
Battery Life (TechRadar movie test): 3 hours and 37 minutes

My review unit was equipped with the top-tier RTX 5090, which, combined with the Intel Core Ultra 9 and 64GB of RAM, made for blistering performance. I was getting around 30fps on Cyberpunk 2077 with the maximum Ray Tracing: Overdrive preset and the maximum 2880 x 1800 resolution selected, with DLSS set to Balanced. This jumped to between 50-60fps when I enabled Frame Generation on top.

As expected, though, fan noise accompanied this performance. Thankfully, it’s not too disruptive, but more troubling is the fact that the fans can whir up sporadically, even when fairly lightweight tasks are being undertaken, such as browsing the web.

Scorching temperature can also afflict the ROG Zephyrus Duo, although mercifully the heat is confined to the underside of the base, with the commonly contactable surfaces, such as the keyboard and bottom screen, remaining perfectly comfortable to touch. Using the kickstand also helps to dissipate some of the heat.

As you would expect, the two 3K OLED displays are a visual treat, with plenty of sharpness, contrast, and vividness. They both have small bezels, which helps them to maximize their respective 16-inch canvases, and they do a reasonable job of keeping reflections at bay thanks to their high brightness levels.

Their touchscreen functionality is also quite good. Although they can be a little grabby at times, they’re smooth enough for the most part. They’re also quick to respond to inputs.

The keyboard is a tactile affair, with low-profile keys that offer more dampening and travel than you might expect, but they're still snappy, making for a fast and satisfying experience. They’re comfortably spaced for typing, although I found gaming in the WASD position a little cramped and awkward. The large touchpad makes general navigation practical, though.

(Image credit: Future)Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) review: Battery life

• Short-lived, even by gaming laptop standards
• Quick to charge

For such a large and feature-packed gaming laptop, it’s no real surprise that the ROG Zephyrus Duo isn’t a particularly enduring machine. However, it drains faster than many other gaming laptops. It lasted just over three and a half hours in our movie playback test, and this was with just the main screen active.

To put this result into context, the Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 10, another 16-inch gaming laptop, lasted almost eight hours in the same test, while the Razer Blade 18, which is 18-inches, lasted closer to eight and a half hours.

Fortunately, the ROG Zephyrus Duo is quick to charge, taking between 60-90 minutes to fully replenish, which is more impressive.

Should I buy the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026)?Scorecard

Attributes

Notes

Rating

Value

The ROG Zephyrus Duo is incredibly expensive, but that’s hardly a surprise considering its two displays and superlative spec.

3 / 5

Design

That dual-display setup is well thought-out, but while the construction is strong, it doesn’t look or feel especially premium.

4 / 5

Performance

My review unit had just about the highest spec a gaming laptop could have, so naturally outright performance was peerless. The fans frequently make themselves known, though, and the keyboard isn’t the best for gaming.

5 / 5

Battery life

Disappointing, even by gaming laptop standards. It’s at least quick to charge, though.

3 / 5

Overall Rating

The ROG Zephyrus Duo is a unique proposition in the gaming laptop market, and it's certainly an accomplished machine. The poor battery and awkward keyboard are drawbacks, but the real issue is the price. Still, if you need an incredibly powerful dual-screen laptop, nothing fits the bill better.

4 / 5

Buy it if…

You want two displays
I don’t think I’ve seen a more powerful laptop with dual displays, and their clever versatility is an added bonus.

You want a high spec
With heaps of RAM and storage space, not to mention a top-tier CPU and GPU, there aren’t many portable devices more powerful.

Don't buy it if…

You’re on a budget
With that godlike spec comes an unholy price tag.

You want a long battery life
Not many gaming laptops can keep going all day, but the ROG Zephyrus Duo is particularly short lived.

Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026) review: Also consider

Razer Blade 18
The Razer Blade 18 is easily one of the best gaming laptops we’ve ever tested. It gets pretty much everything right: the performance is phenomenal, the keyboard is a dream to use, and even the form factor is reasonable for an 18-inch machine. More remarkable is that it has a superior battery life to many of its rivals. Read our full Razer Blade 18 review.

Lenovo Yoga Book 9i
If you want a powerful dual-screen laptop, but don’t need all that gaming prowess, the Yoga Book 9i is a fine choice. We loved this laptop’s everyday performance and interesting arrangements for its two displays. Its port selection is a little disappointing, but it’s a veritable bargain next to the ROG Zephyrus Duo. Read our full Lenovo Yoga Book 9i review.

How I tested the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo (2026)

• Tested for a few days
• Used for a variety of tasks
• Plenty of gaming laptop experience

I tested the ROG Zephyrus Duo for several days, during which time I used it for a variety of tasks besides gaming, such as general browsing and video streaming.

I also ran our comprehensive series of benchmark tests, designed to assess every facet of a gaming laptop. I tested the battery life by running a movie on a continuous loop.

I’ve been PC gaming for over a decade, and have used a variety of systems and components during that time. I’ve also reviewed many gaming laptops previous to the ROG Zephyrus Duo, including other Asus models.

• First reviewed: August 2026
• Read more about how we test