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Intel has been making significant changes to its product roadmaps. As per the latest reports, the supposed refreshed architecture that Intel planned to launch after Arrow Lake-S was cut from the roadmap. Moreover, a new “Razer Lake-S” codename has appeared, but a release window is still unknown. The upcoming LGA …

Back at Computex 2024, we got a sneak peek at Seasonic's most powerful PSU yet, the Seasonic Prime PX-2200, offering 2.2KhW of power for ultra high-end systems. Now, the PX-2200 is ready for the spotlight, with the first units becoming available this month. The Seasonic PRIME Series is the company's …

If you are looking to make the jump to a current-gen GPU, or a higher-end graphics card, then now is a good time to shop around. Here in the UK, prices across Nvidia's RTX 40 range have been slashed, with deals to be found from the RTX 4060, all the way up to the RTX 4080 Super. 

Intel's highly anticipated Core Ultra 268V (Lunar Lake) CPU has been tested in third-party benchmarks by a YouTuber, comparing it against AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and Z1 Extreme, and the Apple M3. The benchmarks chosen by the content creator were Cinebench R23 (single- and multi-core) and 3DMark Time …

AMD's upcoming Ryzen AI 300 lineup could feature a new addition with the introduction of the Max series, powered by the Strix Halo platform. According to recent leaks, AMD is said to be developing three SKUs with up to 16 Zen 5 cores and 40 CUs for graphics. According to …

Besides the Intel Core Ultra 200K desktop chips, the company also plans to launch a Core Ultra 200HX mobile CPU lineup led by the Core Ultra 9 285HX, featuring 24 cores with a 5.5GHz boost speed. Besides the flagship processor, the lineup should include five other models. Leaker Jaykihn has …

Raijintek has unveiled the Paean Ultra, a full-tower computer case featuring a semi-open frame design. Constructed with 1.5 mm thick SPCC steel main body and 1 mm thick steel side panels complemented by 4 mm tempered glass, the Paean Ultra is a high-end enclosure that stands out from other full-tower …

HTC has launched its latest VR headset, the Vive Focus Vision. Aimed at gamers and business clients, the new Vive Focus Vision VR headset builds upon the Vive Focus 3 platform, introducing visual and comfort improvements and enhanced operational efficiency, including features oriented to scenarios with multiple users. The Vive …

It's a very unique 7700 XT, styled around Frostpunk 2

Thermaltake is launching two new colour variants of its Tower 300 Series: Limestone and Gravel Sand. Inspired by the autumn season, these new colour options bring a touch of refinement to the already popular Tower 300 series, offering potential customers the option to get a PC case in a colour …

KitGuru has done a heap of testing with AMD Zen 5 CPUs and each time we think we have finished we seem to start testing all over again. After our initial CPU reviews we got news from AMD about the impact of Windows 11 24H2 and once we had checked that out we  decided to compare every generation of AMD Zen, starting with Ryzen 7 1800X and coming right up to date with Ryzen 7 9700X.

AMD will reportedly launch a refreshed lineup of the Hawk Point SKUs next year. Expected to be named Ryzen 200, the refreshed series would come as a competitor to Intel's Core 200 “Raptor Lake Refresh” CPUs for laptops, expected to come out later this year. AMD and Intel are expected …

The CUDIMMs (Clocked Unbuffered Dual Inline Memory Modules) have started to catch the attention of many users. By integrating a clock driver directly onto the module, signal integrity, stability, and reliability at higher speeds are improved, allowing for the development of faster memory modules than standard UDIMMs. While the JEDEC …

Adata XPG announced the release of three new products aimed at the DIY market. With two new chassis, the XPG Invader X Mini and the XPG Valor Air Plus, customers may create eye-catching ATX systems without breaking the budget. Meanwhile, XPG Probe introduces a new Bronze efficiency option to the …

Some users have observed significant latency between cores in the Ryzen 9000 series processors with dual-CCD. Before the release of AGESA 1.2.0.1, cross-CCD core-to-core latency was measured at approximately 200ns, marking a substantial increase compared to the previous generation of Ryzen CPUs. However, the new AGESA firmware update reduces latency …

Fractal Era gets a makeover for improved hardware and cooling support but is it worth £195?

Biwin has unveiled the DW100 RGB DDR5 OC memory, featuring a unique CUDIMM technology that allows it to operate up to 9200 MT/s with CL42. Moreover, the memory received a Red Dot 2024 award and a French Design Gold Award for its design. To operate at such high speeds, Biwin's …

The last NZXT unit we are testing from the new Gold series - how does the C1200 fare?

It's already known that Arrow Lake will use the Lion Cove architecture to power its P-cores. However, with its successor (Nova Lake), things will change and move on to a new core architecture named Royal Core 1.0, which is expected to be replaced by Royal Core 1.1 (Beast Lake). Up …

The release of the AMD Ryzen AI 300 Pro series should be just around the corner, with rumours pointing to October 10th as the release date. Lenovo has already unveiled laptops powered by the upcoming Ryzen Pro CPUs, confirming the arrival of the first SKU in the upcoming lineup. This …

For those who don't know, AMD EPYC 4004 series CPUs are physically identical to the Ryzen 9000/7000 series, using the same AM5 socket as the consumer processors. As such, it was just a matter of time before enthusiasts started using these processors on 600-series motherboards and testing their overclocking capabilities. …

GameMax has unveiled the innovative N80 ATX case, featuring a new dual-chamber design that's both functional and aesthetically differentiated. The standout feature of the N80 is its modular design and quick-release structure, which makes the system easier to assemble. In addition to its design, the N80 offers support for hidden-connector …

SilverStone's Fara series is all about delivering simplicity and affordability. The newly unveiled Fara 515XR embodies these principles with its sleek design and budget-friendly appeal. The chassis is available in black and white, both featuring a mesh front panel with a passe-partout pattern. Compact at 484.5×204.8×402.5mm, the Fara 515XR mid-tower …

Asus has just announced the release of its new ROG Strix Platinum PSU line, a series of high-performance power supplies tailored to meet the demands of gaming enthusiasts. The lineup includes three models featuring reduced connection temperatures, intelligent wattage distribution, ATX 3.1 compatibility, and a 10-year warranty. These power supplies …

The PS5 Pro was officially revealed earlier this week and while we did get some surface level details about the upgraded GPU under the hood, some of the more technical details went unmentioned. That has changed a bit in post-reveal interviews, in which Cerny talks about the next-generation RT Units …

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 …

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), …

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 …

This is possibly the easiest AIO cooler in the world to install but how does it perform?

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 …