Intel Arrow Lake is still far from release, but as is common with most upcoming CPU architecture, we're getting more and more information about it through leaks. The latest one refers to its integrated graphics, which look like an enhanced version of the Xe-LPG that will debut with the Meteor …
Read More »TeamGroup’s AIO liquid cooler for SSDs is nearing launch
Back at Computex this summer, we had a sneak peek at TeamGroup's latest T-Force AIO liquid cooler, designed for use with PCIe 5.0 SSDs. Now, the Siren GD120S AIO SSD cooler is nearing launch, promising to keep your speedy SSD far below the thermal throttling point under load. When under …
Read More »Leak reveals OPN codes of AMD Ryzen 8040 mobile APUs
It looks like the OPN codes of the upcoming AMD Ryzen 8000 laptop APUs have been leaked. While the names of the processors have not been revealed yet, some assumptions can be made about what AMD has in store for next year. The Hawk Point range is expected to refresh …
Read More »ASRock launches RX 7900 XT Phantom Gaming White OC graphics card
ASRock is gradually transitioning its product portfolio to include dual-colour designs. With the Taichi and Steel Legend series already featuring white-coloured models, ASRock is now turning its attention to its Phantom Gaming products, starting with the newly announced Radeon RX 7900 XT Phantom Gaming White. The new graphics card is …
Read More »Patriot’s new Viper Gaming Mini SSD offers a speedy upgrade for the Steam Deck
Patriot Memory's gaming brand, Viper Gaming, has just introduced a new M.2 2230 SSD, the VP4000 Mini M.2 2230 SSD. Perfect for handheld gaming devices like the Steam Deck, this SSD is Patriot's first foray into the M.2 2230 form factor. With sequential read and write speeds reaching up to …
Read More »AMD GPU Showdown: 2023 vs 2017 [Ultra settings benchmark!]
We test three of Gigabyte's RX 7000-series GPUs and see how far things have come since 2017
Read More »Intel Meteor Lake iGPU trades blows with Radeon 780M in benchmark
Back at Intel Innovation 2023, we had a sneak peek at the iGPU found in Intel's upcoming Meteor Lake processors, which will be released next month under the new Intel Core Ultra branding. Now, some leaks a giving us a better idea of what to expect, with one benchmark listing …
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The new APNX Creator C1 chassis that looks unique - on the outside at least!
Read More »Team Group launches T-Force G-series NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSDs with up to 7000MB/s speeds
Team Group's gaming brand, T-Force, has introduced its latest gaming SSD line, including the G70, G50, and respective Pro variants. These four M.2-2280 form factor SSDs are all PCIe Gen 4×4 interface-compatible and come equipped with InnoGrit controllers. To ensure optimum performance, the G70, G50, and respective Pro versions are …
Read More »Nvidia records 206% Q3 revenue growth driven by AI and data centre
Nvidia has spent recent years establishing itself as a leader in the hardware market for AI acceleration. Those bets began paying off hugely with devices like the Nvidia H100 becoming hot sellers and the streak has not come to an end. Nvidia has now shared its Q3 earnings report, showing revenues have grown by a massive 206 percent compared to Q3 in the previous year.
Read More »G.Skill unveils Zeta R5 Neo DDR5 memory kits with overclocking for Threadripper 7000
AMD's Ryzen Threadripper 7000 series processors and TRX50 chipset motherboards are finally launching and G.Skill is armed and ready with new optimised DDR5 memory for the platform. The new G.Skill Zeta R5 Neo series will offer high-capacity and speedy DDR5 kits for AMD's latest workstation platform. This is the first …
Read More »Overclocked AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 7995WX sets new multi-core world record
At the press conference covering the launch of the new Ryzen Threadripper Pro 7000WX series, AMD claimed that the new Ryzen Threadripper Pro 7995WX would be capable of scoring over 184K points in Cinebench R23 if overclocked. However, it seems AMD underestimated the capabilities of professional overclockers. According to QuasarZone …
Read More »be quiet! Dark Base 701 – Core i9-14900K Build
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Read More »Intel Lunar Lake MX leak points to 8 CPU cores and a “Battlemage” iGPU
We're still some ways off from Intel launching its Lunar Lake chips but recent leaks give us an early idea of specifications and other upgrades. In leaked slides, it is claimed that Lunar Lake MX processors will feature TDPs ranging from 8W at the low end to 30W at most. …
Read More »Nvidia and SK Hynix are reportedly working on a new GPU architecture with 3D-stacked HBM memory
SK Hynix is reportedly hiring design staff for logic devices, such as CPUs and GPUs, to develop a stacking method to put HBM4 directly on top of them. This would revolutionize the foundry sector by changing how logic and memory components are coupled and manufactured. As per the same report, …
Read More »New report claims Nvidia RTX 50 GPUs will be based on TSMC 3nm node
At launch, the RTX 40 series lacked compatibility with important technologies such as DisplayPort 2.1. On the other hand, AMD has already incorporated these standards into their RX 7000 series GPUs, giving the green team a bit of a bad image. With Nvidia's next generation gaming GPUs, however, Nvidia will …
Read More »The Apple Vision Pro targeting March launch
The Apple Vision Pro headset was announced earlier this year and was initially planned for an early 2024 launch. However, Apple is apparently delaying the release a little bit as it continues to figure out its distribution plans. Bloomberg's Apple reporter, Mark Gurman, has published his latest newsletter, in which …
Read More »Seasonic unveils new MagFlow ARGB fans with magnetic daisy chain support
The Seasonic MagFlow 120 ARGB Fan was designed to stand out. Its built-in magnetic connection hooks allow for effortless connection of fan sides pin-to-pin, eliminating the need for wires between fans. Moreover, Seasonic's new fan features aesthetic elements, such as a brushed metallic centre pendant. An X-shaped back support conceals …
Read More »Nvidia reportedly halting RTX 4080 and 4070 Ti production to focus on Super variants
In recent weeks we've heard a lot of buzz around new RTX 40 Super graphics cards. According to reports, we can expect three SKUs, an RTX 4080 Super, a 4070 Ti Super and a 4070 Super. Backing up those claims, members of the Board Channels forum are now saying that …
Read More »Intel Meteor Lake iGPU outperforms Arc A350M in OpenCL benchmark
The upcoming Intel Core 100 Ultra series, codenamed Meteor Lake, will have a dedicated GPU tile based on the same architecture used in Intel's Arc Alchemist desktop and mobile processors. Based on the Xe-HPG architecture, this iGPU is expected to be as good as an entry-level dedicated GPU, and the …
Read More »New Cinebench world record set with air-cooled Ryzen Threadripper Pro 7995WX
During AMD's Threadripper 7000 launch event, the media got a glimpse of the platform's capabilities as its flagship CPU shattered many world records in a brief overclocking session. However, the platform's potential is far greater than what was seen. Recently, AMD released benchmark results from their in-house overclocker, Sampson, who …
Read More »Black Friday 2023: MSI slashes prices for Nvidia and AMD graphics cards
Black Friday sales are now kicking off in force. If you've been holding off on a graphics card upgrade, now is a good time to buy, with discounts to be found across a range of both Nvidia GeForce and AMD Radeon GPUs. If you are looking to make the jump …
Read More »Nvidia’s next gen ‘Blackwell’ GPUs (RTX 50) will reportedly use GDDR7 memory
RTX 40 Super graphics cards are reportedly just around the corner but rumblings about Nvidia's true next-gen gaming graphics cards are starting to surface. The RTX 50 series is said to be based on the Blackwell architecture, and these GPUs are rumoured to make the jump to GDDR7 memory too. …
Read More »Asus and EKWB seemingly end partnership for ROG Formula motherboards
In recent years, Asus teamed up with EKWB to ship motherboards with EK-branding cooling blocks, making them ready for custom water cooling right out of the box. They hit a snag with the Z690 Formula, with some users finding their blocks corroding due to mixed metals. Now, it appears that …
Read More »Lian Li and PCMR team up for new O11 Vision case
Lian Li is collaborating with PC Master Race for its new case. The O11 Vision will be available soon, featuring tempered glass panels and flexible configurations, designed to meet the aesthetic and performance needs of enthusiast gamers. PC Master Race made a name for itself in the peripherals market with …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra Meteor Lake-H processors will use up to 45W
The first Intel Core Ultra processors should be arriving next month but there will be some more changes beyond the shift to Core Ultra branding. While previously, Intel separated its laptop processors based on TDP, with higher-power chips belonging to the H series and low-power SKUs going to the P …
Read More »Enermax goes all-in on airflow with MS31 and MS21 PC cases
Enermax has launched two new PC cases: the MS31 mid-tower and MS21 mini-tower airflow cases. Both cases come in black or white and feature a mesh front panel with a sleek marble-cutting design. They also come with four pre-installed 120mm ARGB PWM fans to cool your system and give it …
Read More »AMD unveils Ryzen 7000 Embedded processors with up to 12 Zen 4 cores
AMD introduced the new AMD Ryzen Embedded 7000 series, a new family of CPUs designed to meet the high-performance demands of various industrial sectors. AMD has integrated the Zen 4 architecture with RDNA 2 integrated graphics to offer capabilities and performance previously unavailable in the embedded market. One of the …
Read More »AMD is reportedly launching Ryzen 7 5700X3D and Ryzen 5 5500X3D CPUs
It looks like the AMD AM4 platform hasn't been forgotten yet. As per the latest rumours, AMD plans to launch two new Ryzen 5000X3D CPUs for budget-conscious gamers, making the mid-range and entry-level market segments more attractive for those looking to build a new PC. According to chi11eddog, AMD is …
Read More »New thermal transistors could usher in a new era of cooling for CPUs and GPUs
The latest CPUs and GPUs seem to be getting hotter as each new iteration is released. However, researchers at the University of California have been testing thermal transistors as a possible solution to this problem. While still in the experimental stage, thermal transistors could offer an attractive way to remove …
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