New details have emerged about the highly anticipated Ryzen 9000X3D series. The upcoming lineup, built on the Zen 5 architecture and featuring 3D V-Cache technology, was first rumoured to be releasing in September, but it seems that's no longer the case. It's now expected to make its debut in January …
Read More »AMD to launch 6-core Ryzen 5 7600X3D CPU in early September
The Zen 5-based AMD Ryzen 9000 series has been released already, but it seems AMD will still be dedicating resources to releasing new Zen 4 processors. Adding to the Ryzen 7000X3D lineup, which currently counts three SKUs, AMD is reportedly working on a 7600X3D. According to Hoang Anh Phu, a …
Read More »AMD B840 and B850 motherboards will reportedly launch at CES 2025
If you were planning to build an entry-level or mid-range system with a Ryzen 9000 series CPU, you may want to wait for CES 2025. It is claimed that AMD is planning to launch both new-gen chipsets at the event, which takes place in January. According to ComputerBase, many motherboard …
Read More »Acer slashes laptop and monitor prices on Amazon
It's Acer Amazon Week, and time is ticking for incredible deals on a wide range of laptops and Chromebooks. Whether you're gearing up for the upcoming school year or need a tech upgrade, Acer has you covered with steep discounts. First, we have the Acer Chromebook 314 CB314-2H, now available …
Read More »Razer introduces the Kraken V4 headset series
Razer is updating the popular Kraken line of gaming headsets with the new Kraken V4 and Razer Kraken V4 X. Building on a 12-year legacy that started with the original Razer Kraken headset and has since seen over 20 million units sold worldwide, the Kraken V4 series continues to sport …
Read More »MSI unveils WoW-themed RTX 4070 Super Gaming Slim with swappable backplates
MSI has partnered with Blizzard to celebrate the 20th anniversary of World of Warcraft and the launch of its latest expansion, The War Within. To mark the occasion, the company has unveiled a special edition of the GeForce RTX 4070 Super Gaming Slim graphics card, featuring swappable backplates inspired by …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 285K revealed in benchmark leak
Intel is anticipated to reveal its next generation of desktop CPUs before the end of the year. Most board partners now have access to near-final silicon (qualification samples), which should be nearly as good as the retail samples. Because of that, we're seeing more and more benchmark results leaking online. …
Read More »Nvidia officially launches RTX 4070 with GDDR6 memory
Nvidia has officially introduced the RTX 4070 model with GDDR6 memory, just as rumoured earlier this month. The most obvious change in the new variant is the adoption of GDDR6 memory, boasting a clock speed of 20Gbps, in contrast to the GDDR6X's 21Gbps. Despite this alteration, the card remains consistent …
Read More »Guild Wars 2: Janthir Wilds has released
ArenaNet and NCSoft have recently launched Guild Wars 2's latest expansion, Janthir Wilds. Adding an exciting new dimension to the game, Janthir Wilds introduces homesteads, allowing players to design and personalise their own houses with various creative tools. Featuring a host of additions, Janthir Wilds promises new world boss battles against …
Read More »SteelSeries joins forces with Blizzard to launch a new collection of WoW-themed peripherals
SteelSeries and Blizzard have partnered up to create a collection of gaming gear inspired by World of Warcraft. The collection features the Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Headset, Aerox 9 Wireless Gaming Mouse, QcK XXL Mousepad, Artisan Keycap, and headband and speaker plates, all designed to capture the spirit of the …
Read More »Konami and Manchester United renew partnership for eFootball – free match tickets to celebrate
Manchester United fans, this one is for you. If you're eager to support your team, here's a good chance to watch the team's home games (league and cup) for free with a fellow supporter. To commemorate the renewal of the partnership with Manchester United, Konami and the club have opened …
Read More »NZXT introduces the new H5 Flow PC cases and the Kraken Elite V2 AIO liquid coolers
This week alongside Gamescom, NZXT is launching a few new products for DIY PC builders. For starters, we have the new H5 Flow mid-tower chassis, which looks pretty great with or without RGB. Secondly, the new Kraken Elite V2 AIO liquid coolers have finally arrived, promising a strong combination of …
Read More »MSI’s latest game bundle includes Star Wars Outlaws
MSI will start a new promotion that expands the typical free game offer. With the purchase of select MSI gear and accessories such as keyboards, mice, and cases, customers will receive a free copy of the upcoming open-world game, Star Wars Outlaws, set to be released on August 30th. While …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200 line-up leak points to October launch
Intel is getting ready to launch the new generation of Core Ultra series processors for desktops. The latest naming strategy will see the introduction of the 200-series, which is set to include 14 SKUs, according to the recently leaked lineup. According to Benchlife, at the top of the lineup sits …
Read More »ARM is reportedly making a gaming GPU to rival Nvidia
ARM might enter the gaming GPU market in the coming years. A new report claims that the chip development company is hiring software engineers to develop a new GPU. The report comes from Globes (via VideoCardz). While the timeline for releasing this rumoured GPU remains uncertain, note that such developments …
Read More »24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 “Arrow Lake-S” QS CPU reportedly peaks at 5.7GHz
Intel's upcoming Core Ultra 200K series qualification samples have been distributed to partners, and performance benchmarks, such as those from Geekbench, have recently surfaced. Besides giving us a glimpse of how they perform, they're also helpful for learning the CPU specifications, including single- and multi-core clock speeds...
Read More »Antec’s Core HS gaming handheld is now available
Antec has finally released the Core HS, the company's gaming handheld first announced at Computex 2024. Leveraging the Ayaneo Slide's design and featuring a 6-inch 1080p display that unfolds to reveal a QWERTY keyboard, this device comes to compete against the likes of Asus ROG Ally and the Lenovo Legion …
Read More »AMD Ryzen 7000 and 9000 gaming performance might be affected by newly found Windows bug
Some reviewers have been underwhelmed by the performance on offer with some of AMD's latest generation Ryzen CPUs. As it turns out, a Windows bug may have thrown a wrench into the works for launch reviews of these processors. HardwareUnboxed was hot on the case when it came to Ryzen …
Read More »MSI is introducing a PBO Enhanced Mode that can increase performance by up to 15% on Ryzen 9000 CPUs
AMD has recently released its latest flagship processors in the Ryzen 9000 series, the Ryzen 9 9950X and Ryzen 9 9900X. Alongside AMD's launch, MSI has stepped up, announcing some features it's adding to its motherboards, including various performance-boosting ones designed to maximise the potential of these CPUs. These features …
Read More »Corsair introduces new iCue Link Titan RX RGB series of AIO liquid coolers
Corsair has just released the iCue Link Titan RX RGB AIO liquid coolers, the new flagship in Corsair's AIO CPU cooler lineup. Available in black and white, the new AIO liquid coolers feature stunning aesthetics, iCue Link support, and up to 360mm radiators. The Titan RX RGB uses a FlowDrive …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200K series CPUs show up on Geekbench alongside Z890 motherboards
With the newly found Geekbench results, we've gained fresh insight into the performance of the Core Ultra 7 265KF and the Core Ultra 5 245K. Both processors were tested with unreleased Z890 motherboards. It's important to note that the two findings are based on different Geekbench versions (5 and 6), …
Read More »Nvidia reportedly plans to relaunch RTX 4070 with GDDR6 memory this month
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 is set for a fresh debut, distinguishing itself from its predecessor, which entered the market 16 months ago. This upcoming release will feature a new SKU equipped with GDDR6 RAM running at 20Gbps. Reports from Board Channels (via VideoCardz) suggest that the new RTX 4070 …
Read More »Klevv introduces new ROG-certified DDR5 memory kits
Klevv expands its roster of ROG-certified DDR5 memory this week with the new CRAS V RGB modules, available with speeds up to 7200MT/s. When paired with a compatible Asus ROG motherboard, the CRAS V RGB ROG-certified DDR5 memory can achieve a clock rate of 7400 MT/s (CAS latency increases from …
Read More »SteamOS is finally heading to third-party handhelds
Valve has rolled out the SteamOS 3.6.9 Beta: Megafixer update, which brings many improvements and new features. Among the key enhancements are fixes for hardware and software issues. However, the highlight would be Valve's inclusion of “support for extra ROG Ally keys”, hinting at future compatibility with gaming handhelds beyond …
Read More »AMD Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X will reportedly consume more power after upcoming AGESA update
New developments suggest that Zen 5 desktop parts could soon come with increased default power limits. The upcoming AGESA 1.2.0.1A Patch A is anticipated to raise the default power limitations (TDP) from 65W to 105W. The report is from chi11eddog, who claims this adjustment is expected to impact both the …
Read More »G.Skill launches new DDR5-6400 memory kits supporting Intel XMP and AMD EXPO
G.Skill has released various new DDR5-6400 memory kits for Intel and AMD systems, boasting a CAS latency of just 30 clocks. This latency positions these kits as some of the faster kits with such a low latency. The leap from DDR4 to DDR5 heralds faster data transfer rates but traditionally …
Read More »AMD may have a Ryzen 5 5500X3D CPU on the way
It appears that AMD is expanding its line-up of 3D V-cache CPUs with the Ryzen 5 5500X3D, breathing new life into the AM4 platform, which has existed for nearly eight years. KOMACHI_ENSAKA found this processor in an EEC filing from August 6th. Alongside the Ryzen 5 5500X3D, there were many …
Read More »Antec expands PC case fan lineup with multiple new 120mm and 140mm models
Antec is expanding its fan lineup by introducing various 120mm and 140mm fan models. These include the new Tranquil PWM fans, the Neo Prizm T3 PWM fans, the P12R PWM ARGB fans and the Nova PWM fans. Starting with the Tranquil PWM, this series was designed to be an affordable …
Read More »Nacon delays Terminator: Survivors to 2025
Terminator: Survivors has been delayed. The game's Steam early access launch, initially scheduled for October 24th, has been pushed back to 2025. Nacon shared this news via social media, explaining that the delay is necessary to fully realise their vision and deliver a game that meets player expectations. Nacon expressed …
Read More »Gearbox’s CEO teases Borderlands 4 amid poor movie reception
Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford has been very active on social media lately, in part to respond to feedback from the Borderlands movie. While most of the posts are fairly uninteresting complaints against critics, one did catch our eye thanks to mention of Borderlands 4 being in development. Just to keep …
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