Another new PSU in the NZXT C range. This time we look at the 1kW version
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 »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 »Lian Li HydroShift LCD 360S and Edge1000 PSU Build
Let's see how easy it is to build with these new Lian Li parts!
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 »Klevv Cras V RGB 7600MT/s 48GB DDR5 Review
7600 MT/s memory from Klevv - we put it through its paces today
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 »Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus specs revealed
Today Qualcomm expands its line-up of Snapdragon X processors. We've already seen the Snapdragon X Elite, but now, our attention turns to the new Snapdragon X Plus, a cheaper 8-core CPU that will debut in CoPilot+ PCs later this month.
Read More »Netac NV7000-Q 1TB SSD Review
It's a new drive from Netac using QLC NAND and it delivers some blistering results
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200V (Lunar Lake) announced, first laptops launch later this month
Intel is hosting a small media event this week to unveil Lunar Lake to the press. We've got Leo there with boots on the ground, so here is everything we know about the upcoming Core Ultra 200V (Lunar Lake) processors so far...
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 »NZXT C850 ATX 3.1 PSU (White) Review
A new range of white supplies from NZXT - are they any good? We put the first one on the bench today
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200 processors won’t be affected by “Vmin Shift Instability issue”
Intel has issued an update on its investigation into 13th and 14th Gen Core series instability issues. Just a few days before the debut of the Core Ultra 200 series, Intel has confirmed that the upcoming processors (Arrow Lake and Lunar Lake) won't be affected by the instability issue that …
Read More »Thermal Grizzly introduces Intel Mycro Direct-Die RGB Pro V1 CPU water block
Thermal Grizzly has unveiled the Intel Mycro Direct-Die RGB Pro V1 CPU, an improved variant of the Intel Mycro Direct-Die CPU water block. Sporting a fresh aesthetic, the Pro version promises to improve cooling performance. The updated cooling channel slot width on the copper base plate of the Intel Mycro …
Read More »Qualcomm is gearing up for reveals at IFA next week
Qualcomm is gearing up to unveil new products at IFA 2024, which is kicking off next week. Although it hasn't been confirmed what the company will present, a leaked slide suggests that one of these products is the 8-core Snapdragon X Plus. According to @evleaks (via VideoCardz), the company is …
Read More »AMD launches Ryzen 5 7600X3D processor as a MicroCenter-exclusive
AMD has officially announced the Ryzen 5 7600X3D CPU, featuring six cores and the latest 3D V-Cache technology. However, to the discontent of many, it will be exclusively available at the US store Microcenter. The rumours about a Ryzen 5 7600X3D processor are indeed true. However, similar to the Ryzen …
Read More »Thermaltake introduces new CT120 and CT140 ARGB Sync reverse fans and new colour options
Thermaltake has announced the release of the CT ARGB Sync PC cooling fans (2-fan pack) and CT Reverse ARGB Sync PC cooling fans (2-fan pack) in four colour options: black, white, blue, and green. The CT ARGB Sync series is equipped with PWM fans and improved fan blades (standard and …
Read More »AMD Ryzen 7 – All The Generations Tested
In the past few weeks KitGuru has reviewed four AMD Ryzen 9000 CPUs. Then, just as things were calming down, AMD told us about a Windows 11 Update that would - apparently - transform the performance of their new Zen 5 technology.
Read More »Leak reveals clock speeds of Intel Core Ultra 5 245, 235 and Core Ultra 3 205
Leaked details about the upcoming Intel Arrow Lake-S CPUs are shedding light on additional SKUs. Three new chips have been uncovered, including the Core Ultra 5 245, Core Ultra 5 235, and Core Ultra 3 205, all designed with a targeted TDP of 65W or lower. This same leak also …
Read More »MSI is adding a “TDP to 105W” setting for the Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X
It has been discovered that certain AMD MSI 600-series motherboards are already receiving the new AGESA 1.2.0.1 firmware. For those who may not be aware, this firmware introduces a feature that allows users to adjust the TDP to 105W for the Ryzen 7 9700X and the Ryzen 5 9600X. Although …
Read More »Intel Lunar Lake iGPU outperforms Arc A370M in OpenCL CompuBench test
Intel is gearing up to unveil its latest Core Ultra 200V “Lunar Lake” mobile CPU family, designed for lightweight laptops, mini-PCs, and gaming handhelds. The Lunar Lake CPUs will feature Xe2-based integrated graphics (Arc 130V and 140V), which we've only heard rumours about up until now. However, a recent report …
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