Razer has pulled back the curtains on the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75%. This wireless, hot-swappable keyboard offers a slew of gaming-oriented features, including Razer HyperSpeed and 4K Hz Razer HyperPolling technology combined with an inbuilt OLED display for users to customise their experience. The BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% OLED display …
Read More »AOC launches four new G4 gaming monitors
AOC is expanding its G4 gaming monitor series by introducing four new models catering to diverse gaming preferences and budgets. The latest offerings include the curved AOC Gaming C27G4ZXU, CQ27G4X, and the flat-panel Q27G4XF, as well as the larger curved CQ32G4VE, providing a comprehensive range of displays with high refresh …
Read More »Valve brings major upgrades to Steam family sharing
Valve is making Steam Families available for everyone on the platform. For those who don't know, Steam Families is a set of family-focused features that replace Steam Family Sharing and Steam Family View. This new platform offers a centralised system for managing access to games within a family, providing a …
Read More »Glorious launches GMMK 3 keyboards with new customisation options
Glorious has announced an exciting new addition to its premium keyboard lineup – the GMMK 3. Departing from its predecessors, the GMMK 3 offers unprecedented customisation, allowing users to create a keyboard tailored to their taste. The GMMK 3 is available in 65%, 75%, and 100% configurations, each featuring a …
Read More »AMD unveils AFMF 2 and Variable Graphics Memory for Ryzen AI 300 processors
You can borrow some of your regular RAM and have it act as VRAM with AMD's new Variable Graphics Memory feature, and Fluid Motion Frames 2 has officially arrived.
Read More »AMD reveals upcoming Radeon RX 7800M
A curious update was discovered on the AMD website yesterday. Despite having no official announcement, the Radeon RX 7800M has made an appearance, including detailed specifications for the seemingly upcoming laptop GPU. The AMD Radeon RX 7000M series utilizes two RDNA3 GPUs: Navi 31 for the RX 7900M and Navi …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200K launch reportedly pushed back by one week
Intel's Arrow Lake-S release schedule might be facing a delay. Rumours initially hinted at an October 10th debut, with a release coming a week later on October 17th. However, fresh reports suggest the launch has been delayed by a week, pushing it to October 24th. According to HKEPC (via VideoCardz), …
Read More »Corsair launches new ATX 3.1 RMx PSUs with native ATX 12V-2×6 connectors
Corsair has announced that it will upgrade its RMx power supply series with new features and make it ATX 3.1 compliant. The revamped series, available in 750W, 850W, and 1000W variants, offers Gold-certified efficiency and has earned an A+ noise certification from Cybenetics. Corsair's new RMx series uses a PWM-controlled …
Read More »AMD confirms that Kraken Point is coming in early 2025
AMD's next-generation Zen 5-based APUs have been the subject of much speculation. While official announcements are still to come, AMD has at least confirmed that low-power ‘Kraken Point' SKUs will be launching in early 2025. Recent developments include confirmation from an AMD representative (Jack Huyhn) to ComputerBase regarding the company's …
Read More »AMD to unify gaming and data-center GPU architectures under the UDNA architecture
After many years, AMD is planning to unify its consumer and data centre GPU architectures again, something the company strayed away from after the jump from GCN to RDNA. In a recent interview with Tom's Hardware, Jack Huynh, senior VP and GM of AMD's computing and graphics business group, shared …
Read More »MSI reveals its latest stylish ‘Modern’ series ultrawide monitor
MSI has unveiled the Modern MD342CQP, a 34-inch ultrawide monitor designed for professionals and casual gamers. This brings plenty of screen area, a decent refresh rate, and intelligent features to enhance productivity and entertainment. The 34-inch VA display offers an expansive workspace for multitasking, content creation, and gaming. Its 21:9 …
Read More »AMD to deprioritise enthusiast-grade GPUs in favour of bigger market share
Rumours surrounding the RDNA 4-based desktop GPUs suggested that AMD would skip the high-end segment in the next generation. However, the company hadn't said anything indicating that would be the case. That changed this week with an AMD representative confirming that the company will start to focus more on scale …
Read More »New Nvidia RTX 3050 variant based on Ada architecture spotted
Nvidia has quietly unveiled a new entry-level graphics card for laptops last month. Named RTX 3050 (A), this mobile GPU deviates from the Ampere architecture of the previous RTX 3050 GPUs in favour of the Ada architecture. Although Nvidia has not officially confirmed the GPU name, leaks have revealed what …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200K processors to start at £275
Intel hasn't yet confirmed the release of the upcoming Core Ultra 200K processors, but retailers are already listing them on their websites. With the cheapest model listed at £275 (Core Ultra 245KF tray version) and the most expensive at £566 (Core Ultra 9 285K boxed), the new generation desktop CPUs …
Read More »First AMD X870 motherboard listings show September 30th launch
Board partners have been showcasing the latest X870 motherboards at events such as Computex, Gamescom, and IFA. Despite this, an official launch date or availability has yet to be confirmed. However, it seems this is about to change, with stores beginning to offer the new boards. There's even a release …
Read More »Adata launches its new XPG Lancer Neon RGB DDR5 memory kits
Adata's gaming brand, XPG, has unveiled a new Lancer DDR5 gaming memory variant – the Lancer Neon RGB. These memory modules have 60% of their body illuminated by RGB. Moreover, it features a heat-dissipating layer covering the PCB to increase heat dissipation area, improve efficiency, and reduce heat production during …
Read More »Street Fighter 6 has sold four million copies since launch
Capcom's Street Fighter 6 has achieved an impressive milestone, selling over four million copies since its release in June 2023. Capcom came to social media to announce the achievement, where it also expressed gratitude to the players for their support and shared plans for the game's future. By January 2024 …
Read More »AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme to debut in early 2025 in gaming handhelds
AMD is reportedly gearing up to launch its Ryzen Z2 Extreme CPU in early 2025, as confirmed during a recent Q&A session. The new processor is expected to feature Strix Point silicon, packing up to 12x Zen 5 cores and 16x RDNA 3.5 CUs, marking a significant upgrade from the …
Read More »Lian Li’s Dan Case A3 just got a wood makeover
In collaboration with Dan Hansen, Lian Li has unveiled the new Dan Case A3 Wooden Edition, a refined iteration of the original DAN Case A3 featuring a wooden front panel. This updated version retains the A3's signature minimalist aesthetic and form factor while introducing wooden accents to improve its aesthetics. …
Read More »AMD Radeon RX 7800M shown beating RTX 4070 Laptop GPU by 28%
OneXPlayer has revealed its plan to launch the OneXGPU 2, a new external graphics card solution based on the AMD Radeon RX 7800M. Alongside the announcement, the company also revealed 3DMark results for the unreleased mobile GPU, with the scores suggesting it is 28% faster than an RTX 4070 Laptop …
Read More »MSI unveils new Maestro 300 gaming headset
MSI has unveiled the Maestro 300, a new gaming headset offering a lightweight and durable build optimised for prolonged comfort. Users can choose between high-density memory foam earpads in breathable mesh or protein leather for extended gaming sessions. The Maestro 300 also has a detachable unidirectional microphone, designed to ensure …
Read More »MSI reveals initial batch of X870 and X870E motherboards
MSI has recently unveiled its initial lineup of X870(E) motherboards, bringing more AM5 motherboards to the market. The roster is segmented between MSI's usual product lines, including MEG, MPG, MAG, and PRO, each aiming at a different kind of user. The top-tier board is the MEG GODLIKE, which boasts high-end …
Read More »105W TDP Mode for Ryzen 9700X/9600X comes to Gigabyte and Asus motherboards
Initially introduced as an MSI-exclusive feature, AMD's 105W TDP mode has been confirmed as an official feature. Initially introduced by MSI for the Ryzen 7 9700X and the Ryzen 5 9600X, this capability has now been added by Asus and Gigabyte through their latest pre-release BIOS updates. The 105W TDP …
Read More »Test Drive Unlimited: Solar Crown PC system requirements announced
Nacon and KT Racing have recently unveiled the official PC system requirements for Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, slated for release on September 12th. Overall, the game looks relatively accessible for modern hardware, but a closer look at the notes might create some doubt regarding how well the game will …
Read More »Nvidia RTX 5080 to be an upgrade over RTX 4090 but may use more power
A trusted hardware leaker shared some intriguing details in recent updates on Nvidia's next-generation graphics cards. The upcoming GeForce RTX series, codenamed Blackwell, is anticipated to have a higher power consumption, sparking widespread speculation within the community. Kopite7kimi has confirmed what the leaker believes to be the power consumption figures …
Read More »Thermaltake introduces CTE E550 TG mid-tower PC case with panoramic viewing
Thermaltake has unveiled the latest addition to its CTE series, the E550 TG mid-tower chassis. This new PC case has three tempered glass panels, offering users an expansive view to showcase their PC builds. It is designed to support the latest hidden-connector motherboards and features a three-way GPU installation option. …
Read More »bequiet! unleashes new Light Loop AIO liquid coolers this month
bequiet! has just unveiled the Light Loop, the latest addition to its AIO cooling lineup. Available in black and white, these new AIO liquid CPU coolers' key selling point is its RGB lighting system, which consists of up to 64 individual ARGB LEDs, depending on whether it's the 240 or …
Read More »Firmware update to bring 105W TDP mode to Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X
MSI recently introduced a new 105W TDP mode for its 600-series motherboards that can be enabled for the Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X CPUs. Notably, this feature is not integrated into the current AGESA firmware, acting like an MSI-exclusive feature. However, with the next AGESA update, it looks …
Read More »Intel Panther Lake listed in Coreboot files with up to 16 CPU cores and 12 Xe3 GPU cores
New Coreboot files have shown new details about Intel's upcoming Panther Lake platform. Besides corroborating many of the rumours and reports we've heard about the new chips, it also includes a new Panther Lake-H variant without integrated graphics. Panther Lake is set to target the laptop market and is expected …
Read More »Cooler Master is launching a vertical GPU holder with RGB lighting
Cooler Master has unveiled the “Universal Vertical GPU Holder Kit ARGB”, aimed at providing PC enthusiasts with an enhanced solution for vertically mounting graphics cards with some additional flair. Much like the first vertical GPU holder launched by Cooler Master, it promises to address the limitations of traditional horizontal placement, …
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