A water-cooled ‘laptop’ has the capacity to accommodate desktop components, simply because it can.
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A new Kickstarter initiative is aiming to revolutionize high-performance mobile computing with a hybrid laptop that combines desktop components and integrated liquid cooling. The Ultra High Performance Integration Liquid Cooled Laptop, or UHPILCL T1000, is designed to accommodate standard mini-ITX motherboards, enabling users to install desktop-grade processors and full-sized graphics cards, including the RTX 5090. This positions it as one of the most powerful and modular laptop-like systems ever introduced. Unlike conventional gaming laptops that depend on large vapor chamber cooling solutions or external docks, the T1000 comes equipped with a fully integrated open-loop liquid cooling system capable of handling thermal outputs of up to 720W. Given the potential power requirements of components like AMD’s Ryzen 9 9950X3D, efficient cooling is crucial. Users need to fill the system with deionized water prior to use to ensure effective heat dissipation.
The T1000 boasts a 17.3-inch display with a 3K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, offering a combination of high visual fidelity and smooth performance. The laptop weighs around 4.8kg, with the "Super" variant reaching 5.2kg due to its capacity for an additional 7mm in cooler height. While it is considerably bulkier than typical gaming laptops, it remains more portable compared to complete desktop setups.
A key attraction of this project is its modularity. The T1000 enables users to change out components such as the CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage, making it a rare example of a genuinely upgradable laptop-like system. This adaptability ensures long-term usability, as users can enhance their hardware rather than replace the entire unit.
The Kickstarter campaign has not yet officially kicked off, and information regarding pricing and availability is still pending. Nonetheless, the project has already garnered interest from enthusiasts seeking desktop-level performance in a semi-portable format.
Kunal Khullar is a computing writer at Digital Trends, covering various subjects, including CPUs, GPUs, monitors, and more...
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A water-cooled ‘laptop’ has the capacity to accommodate desktop components, simply because it can.
This beast can manage a power output of up to 720W thanks to its integrated liquid cooling system.