The Chinese gaming monitor market has seen impressive sales figures for the Q24G2 thanks to its unusually high pixel density. As such, AOC has decided to bring a variant of its popular 23.8-inch 1440p gaming display to the European market. This variant is named Q24G2A, and unlike the original, it has …
Read More »Motherboard makers roll out new BIOS to prevent Ryzen 7000X3D overvolting
Following reports of damage to AMD Ryzen 7000X3D processors and motherboard sockets, manufacturers such as MSI, Asus, and Gigabyte have released new firmware updates to address potential issues. To prevent further harm to the components, the latest BIOS blocks SoC voltage for these chips to protect the CPU and motherboard. …
Read More »AMD Zen 5-based Ryzen 8000 mobile CPU specs reportedly leak
We're still some ways off from AMD officially announcing new Zen 5 CPUs and its next generation of Ryzen processors for laptops. However, according to a new report, specs are beginning to leak. A new video from Moore's Law Is Dead reports information about the CPU and GPU architectures for …
Read More »Intel patent confirms Meteor Lake will feature L4 cache
Level 4 cache isn't commonly used on CPUs nowadays, but according to some findings, Intel wants to make it a thing again for the upcoming Meteor Lake SoCs. Using Level 4 cache is quite promising, as it should enable faster access times and improved boot optimization and security for the …
Read More »LG launches new UltraGear 27GR75Q-B gaming monitor
LG's UltraGear series has been popular among those looking for high-performance gaming monitors. The latest addition to this series is the LG 27GR75Q, which, based on its spec sheet, is a slightly cut-back version of the well-known 27GP83B-B. The LG 27GR75Q-B uses a 27-inch IPS panel with a 2560 x …
Read More »Cooler Master introduces dual-tower Hyper 622 Halo CPU cooler
Cooler Master unveiled its latest addition to the Hyper CPU cooler lineup – the Hyper 622 Halo. This CPU air cooler sets a new performance standard in the Hyper series, bringing the first dual-tower design. The Hyper 622 Halo has a list of new features and improvements, standing a touch …
Read More »Magic FPS “Immortals of Aveum” gets minimum and recommended PC system requirements
EA has released a new trailer for Immortals of Aveum, showcasing the game's visuals and gameplay. In addition, it also revealed the minimum and recommended system requirements for the title, which, to our surprise, are probably the highest we've ever seen. In a blog post, Ascendant Studios, the developer of …
Read More »Asus ROG Ally shows up on Geekbench with two different APUs
Asus's upcoming ROG Ally has been spotted on Geekbench. The recently found entries suggest the forthcoming portable console will have two custom AMD Ryzen “Phoenix” APU options with considerably different GPU specs: the Ryzen Z1 and the Z1 Extreme. Benchleaks was the first to share a Geekbench entry of the …
Read More »Thermaltake launches new airflow-optimised CTE C750 full-tower chassis
Thermaltake has announced the new CTE C750 full tower chassis, designed to provide high-level thermal performance to critical components and equipped with three of the latest CT140 cooling fans pre-installed. The CTE C750 is also an excellent showcase for custom liquid cooling builds, as it comes equipped with a pre-installed …
Read More »Zotac collaborates with Sony to launch Spider-Man themed RTX 4070s
Zotac has partnered with Sony Pictures to launch a new campaign called “Power the Hero in You” to celebrate the upcoming release of the highly-anticipated Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, which is coming out in theatres on June 2nd, 2023. This campaign will give users a chance to get various items, …
Read More »Acer reveals new generation of Predator gaming laptops
Acer announced a major update to its gaming laptop lineup, refreshing with Intel 13th Gen Intel Core CPUs and Nvidia RTX 40 series laptop GPUs. The Predator Triton 17 X, Predator Helios Neo 16, Predator Triton 14, and Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition are among the new releases. The …
Read More »InnoLux is developing QHD/480Hz gaming panels
In recent years, the display industry has seen tremendous growth, with manufacturers racing to develop new technologies to cater to the diverse needs of consumers. One such technology that has been gaining traction in the mobile device space is IGZO (Indium Gallium Zinc Oxide). The semiconducting material has been known …
Read More »AMD Radeon 780M RDNA3 iGPU delivers decent gaming performance at FHD
The ASUS TUF system powered by the latest AMD Phoenix APU, Ryzen 9 7940HS, has been reviewed. The Phoenix APU was introduced by AMD at CES 2023, featuring the Zen 4 architecture and an RDNA3 iGPU. While we still don't know everything about the Ryzen 7040HS series, the review sheds …
Read More »MSI Afterburner gets long awaited 4.6.5 update
MSI Afterburner has been a household name in the world of graphics card overclocking for years. Its easy-to-use interface has managed to attract both novice and advanced users alike. However, the tool faced a setback last year due to complications between MSI and the programmer, leading to uncertainty over the …
Read More »Asus ROG Ally is expected to feature a custom Ryzen 7840U APU
The ASUS ROG Ally is set to arrive later this year, offering a more powerful alternative to the Steam Deck, complete with Windows support rather than Linux, which will have benefits for game compatibility. While Asus has said that the ROG Ally will be more powerful than the Steam Deck, …
Read More »AUO reveals next-gen 5K/360Hz and 1080p/540Hz gaming displays
During the Touch Taiwan 2023 Display International Exhibition this month, AUO showcased two new high-end gaming panels – one flat and another curved. These two panels will most likely be featured in gaming monitors that will be released in the coming years. The first gaming display panel showcased by AUO …
Read More »Nvidia RTX 3060 with fully-enabled GA106 GPU shows up online
A new leak has surfaced, revealing the existence of an Nvidia RTX 3060 with a fully enabled GA106 GPU that never made it to market. This SKU, identified as PG190 SKU 50, was one of the several specs for the GPU that were shared among board partners before its official …
Read More »HyperX unveils joy-con charging station that looks like a poké ball
HyperX has announced the ChargePlay Quad 2 Charging Station for the Nintendo Switch's Joy-Con controllers. Compared to other charging stations, its key selling point will probably be its design, looking like half of a poké ball. Designed for the Nintendo Switch, the HyperX ChargePlay Quad 2 charging station is a …
Read More »AMD Ryzen 7040 series APUs are expected to release between late April and early May
The Zen 4-based Ryzen 7040 processors were announced at CES 2023 in January. Things have been quiet in the months since then, but that should change soon. According to new reports, AMD is gearing up to launch its new generation Ryzen APUs within the next few weeks. According to a …
Read More »Kingston has already shipped over 100 million overclockable memory modules
Kingston has been a key player in the memory market for decades and even after selling off the HyperX brand, the company has not slowed down in the high-performance market segment. This week, Kingston officially surpassed a new milestone, having sold an impressive 100 million overclockable memory modules worldwide. In …
Read More »Nvidia reportedly not planning to ramp up RTX 40 series GPU production
According to a report, Nvidia won't be increasing orders for testing and packaging of its latest GeForce RTX 40 series GPUs anytime soon. The company is reportedly waiting for partners to sell the remaining inventory of GeForce RTX 30 series cards before supplying them with the new chips. Nvidia GPU …
Read More »Intel’s latest Arc graphics drivers further improves performance across multiple games
Back in February, Intel began rolling out big performance-boosting drivers for its Arc graphics cards, greatly improving performance for a range of older DX9-based games. In our Arc re-test in March, we found that Intel's drivers have indeed come a long way, but there is still room for improvement. Now, …
Read More »Asus ROG Ally may release sooner than you think
ASUS is looking to shake up the gaming industry with its latest offering – the ROG Ally handheld. This cutting-edge device is slated for worldwide release, and rumours suggest it could hit the market sooner than expected. Initially announced as an April's fool joke, the ROG Ally is coming to …
Read More »Philips reveals the Evnia 25M2N5200P with 280Hz refresh rate
The Philips Evnia series of premium gaming monitors now has a great option for those looking for a smaller 1080p screen. The new Evnia 25M2N5200P offers a 25-inch IPS display, FullHD resolution and a 280Hz refresh rate for ultra-smooth gaming. The Philips Evnia 25M2N5200P is the latest monitor from the Evnia …
Read More »Asus unveils ProArt RTX 40 graphics cards
Asus already has plenty of different graphics card designs, aimed at both gamers and professionals. Now, Asus is launching its first graphics card line aimed at the creator market, with new ProArt RTX 40 series graphics cards. While graphics cards are traditionally associated with gaming, that's not true for the …
Read More »EK introduces all-white EK-Nucleus Lux D-RGB AIO liquid cooler
EK's AIO portfolio is expanding this week with the new all-white EK-Nucleus AIO Lux D-RGB AIO CPU cooler, arriving in 240mm or 360mm form. Following the success of the EK-Nucleus AIO, the company launched the Dark version, aimed at those looking for a more optimized price-to-performance ratio. However, there's still …
Read More »AMD engineer confirms 3nm Zen 5 CPUs and 2nm for Zen 6
Some juicy details have recently surfaced about AMD's upcoming Zen architectures, straight from the LinkedIn profile of one of their engineers. This content has since been removed, but as expected from the Internet, someone was fast enough to take a screenshot. According to the engineer's profile (via Wccftech), he was …
Read More »VLC Media Player now supports Nvidia RTX Video Super Resolution
The famous open-source media player just got even better. Like Chromium-based browsers, VLC now supports Nvidia's RTX Video Super Resolution (VSR) technology for enhancing video playback. This AI-based upscaling technology powered by RTX hardware can be used with Chromium-based browsers like Chrome or Edge. That means you can enjoy higher-quality …
Read More »AMD introduces Radeon Pro W7900 and Pro W7800 workstation GPUs
AMD has just announced its latest workstation GPUs. The Navi 31-based W7900 and W7800 will represent the high-end segment of the Radeon Pro series, delivering a remarkable increase in performance compared to the previous generation. The W7900 is a powerhouse, packing 96 CUs and 48GB of GDDR6 ECC memory across …
Read More »Dual AMD Zen 5-based system shown scoring over 123K points in Cinebench R23
Although AMD's Zen 5 architecture is not expected to debut anytime soon, it seems the company is already hard at work developing Zen 5 EPYC processors. In a recent report, an alleged engineering sample of a dual AMD Zen 5 CPU system has been spotted running the Cinebench R23 nT …
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