External GPUs have become a great way to give some extra oomph to the graphics capabilities of a laptop. Pairing a desktop RTX 4090 graphics card with a laptop using an iGPU will definitely improve graphics performance. Still, due to the limited maximum bandwidth of eGPU enclosures, you might end …
Read More »OCUK’s 8Pack Asteroid PC revamped for 2023 with new flagship hardware
OCUK's Asteroid SSF system has received a well-deserved update, bringing Nvidia RTX 40-series and Intel 13th Gen Core components into this compact water-cooled system. It may not be cheap, but 8Pack systems are always stunning and the Asteroid looks no different...
Read More »CES 2023: XMG unveils new-gen laptops including liquid-cooled models
XMG has been making a name for itself in the laptop space for a while now. At CES this week, we swung by to check out the new range, including new models built with Intel's new 13th Gen Core mobile processors and Nvidia's RTX 40 series laptop GPUs. The XMG …
Read More »CES 2023: Hands-on with MSI’s 49in OLED monitor, plus GPUs, routers and more!
After taking a look at new MSI laptops yesterday, today Leo and Luke got hands-on with some of MSI's latest components. These included a range of graphics cards, peripherals, motherboards and more, with one or two surprises thrown in, like an EV charger and 49in QD-OLED monitor...
Read More »CES 2023: MSI unveils new creator and gaming laptops with Intel 13th Gen CPUs and RTX 40 graphics
Today at CES 2023, MSI is launching a full new range of laptops armed with new-gen Intel processors and Nvidia's new RTX 40 series GPUs. The headliner here is the new Titan GT77, equipped with the world’s first 4K/144Hz Mini LED laptop display...
Read More »CES 2023: Nvidia unveils new RTX 40-powered laptops, prices start at $999
Today during its CES 2023 keynote, Nvidia officially unveiled the first RTX 40 series GPUs for laptops. According to Nvidia, around 60 percent of Nvidia laptop users have not yet upgraded to an RTX GPU, and the company is looking to change that with its new chips. Power and thermal …
Read More »Nvidia RTX 40 Laptop GPUs to come with a maximum TGP of 175W
The rumour mill has been claiming for a while now that Nvidia will launch the first RTX 40 series GPUs for laptops in early 2023. According to a new report, these GPUs will come with a maximum TGP of 175W, and there will be five SKUs to cover laptops across …
Read More »Upcoming HP Omen 17 gaming laptop can be configured with an RTX 4090 16GB GPU
It looks like Nvidia will soon be launching the first RTX 40 mobile GPUs for laptops. It seems the upcoming HP Omen 17 gaming laptop will be one of the first to feature a new-gen Nvidia laptop GPU, as it has been spotted with the RTX 4090 listed as a …
Read More »EVGA is auctioning off its prototype RTX 4090 graphics card
Ahead of Nvidia's RTX 40 launch, EVGA announced that it is ending its long-running partnership with Nvidia and will no longer make graphics cards. Still, the company did make a few prototype RTX 4090 graphics cards – one of which is now being auctioned off on the EVGA forums. Initially, …
Read More »Nvidia has quietly revised RTX 40 pricing in the UK and EU
The RTX 4090 and RTX 4080 graphics cards have been out for a little while now but both graphics cards are already seeing price drops in the UK and Europe. After a few weeks on the market, Nvidia has revised its MSRP pricing in certain regions, bringing the Founders Edition …
Read More »Nvidia speaks out on melting RTX 4090 connectors
Nvidia has been investigating user reports of melting 12VHPWR connectors for a few weeks at this point. Through its own investigation last week, Gamers Nexus concluded that many of these cases are likely a mix of user error and design oversight. Now, Nvidia has followed up with a new statement on the matter, confirming it has received reports of 50 cases so far.
Read More »Nvidia has already sold around 160,000 RTX 40 series graphics cards
Despite their MSRPs, the RTX 40 series graphics cards are selling relatively well. Currently, sales for the RTX 4090 and RTX 4080 combined sit at around 160,000 units according to the latest analytics. Given that the RTX 4080 only just became available, fewer units have been sold, so there are …
Read More »Nvidia’s 12VHPWR adapters are being produced by two manufacturers
Nvidia's 12VHPWR power adapter saga continues, now with a suspect identified. These power adapters are being supplied to Nvidia by two manufacturers, but it seems the melting issue can be isolated to one of them. This testing was conducted by Igor'sLAB, which has been working with R&D teams from various …
Read More »Nvidia ‘still investigating’ RTX 4090 12VHPWR adapter issues
It has been a few weeks since Nvidia revealed that it is investigating reports of dodgy 12VHPWR adapters shipping with RTX 4090 graphics cards. We've seen plenty of investigation into the matter from the tech press, but Nvidia itself has remained silent since the investigation began. That changed this week with Nvidia releasing a statement on the matter...
Read More »Newer Nvidia drivers bring significant gaming performance boost to RTX 30 GPUs
A few weeks ago, Nvidia released a graphics driver that significantly improved DX12 gaming performance for RTX 30 series graphics cards. While preparing for upcoming reviews, we've been re-benchmarking on the latest drivers, and it brings to light an important note for upcoming RTX 4080 reviews. When reading reviews for …
Read More »Galax RTX 4090 overclocked to 3.7GHz breaks world record
Recent leaks have shown that Galax is working on an RTX 4090 HOF edition graphics card. Now ahead of launch, this very graphics card has been used to break a world record, with overclocker 'OGS' pushing the GPU to 3.7GHz.
Read More »Leaked images reveal Galax HOF Edition RTX 4090
The Galax HOF graphics cards are often one of the most popular high-end overclocking-oriented models, and they will be returning for the new RTX 40 generation. According to a new leak, Galax is currently preparing its RTX 4090 HOF edition. The team at Nordic Hardware were sent two images of …
Read More »ASUS RTX 4090 TUF Gaming OC Review
It's our latest RTX 4090, and we're checking out arguably the best-looking card yet
Read More »RTX 4090 adapter issues can be solved with redesign
If you've been paying attention to PC hardware news lately, then you likely know about the issues with Nvidia's 12VHPWR adapter for the RTX 4090. Some customers using these adapters have experienced major issues, seemingly due to poor construction of the adapter itself. There might be a fix though. Following …
Read More »Phanteks launches Glacier G40 liquid cooling block for Asus RTX 4090 and RTX 4080 GPUs
The RTX 4090 has arrived and it is truly a beastly card. We've seen many incredibly chunky air-cooled models so far, which means many looking at this GPU may be considering liquid cooling. Phanteks has those people covered with a new set of GPU water blocks. This week, Phanteks is …
Read More »Weak adapter construction reportedly to blame for melting RTX 4090s
After users reported melting and burning RTX 4090 12VHPWR adapters, Nvidia launched its own investigation into the matter. We've yet to have an update from them, but the main issue at hand here may have already been discovered thanks to a dissection of Nvidia's 12VHPWR adapter. Simply put, the 12VHPWR connector itself should be safe, but the adapter Nvidia is shipping with its new graphics cards can cause some big problems.
Read More »Gigabyte RTX 4090 Gaming OC Review
Gigabyte's Gaming OC is in the house, and it's the biggest 4090 we've seen so far
Read More »Nvidia investigating reports of melting RTX 4090 power adapters
Prior to the launch of the RTX 4090 there were some rumours about the new 12VHPWR connector and potential issues with it. Now, two buyers of the new graphics card have reported burn damage to the 12VHPWR adapter, as well as damage to the connector on the graphics card.
Read More »Nvidia RTX 40 GPUs for laptops appear in leak
Nvidia has begun rolling out its new RTX 40 graphics cards for desktops and soon, it looks like laptops will follow. According to a new leak, Nvidia is planning five new laptop GPUs using its latest architecture – including a mobile version of the RTX 4090. Over on Twitter, REHWK …
Read More »Inno3D and Arctic team up for sleek liquid-cooled RTX 4090
Last year, we saw the folks at Asus team up with Noctua to produce a special edition graphics card using Noctua's cooling expertise. Now, we are seeing a similar collaborative effort between Inno3D and the cooling specialists at Arctic, with both teaming up to produce the Inno3D RTX 4090 iChill Black graphics card.
Read More »Palit RTX 4090 GameRock OC Review – Midnight Kaleidoscope
We check out another RTX 4090 - and this one is quite stunning
Read More »Nvidia introduces ‘Verified Priority Access’ queue system for RTX 4090 Founders Edition purchases
The RTX 4090 offers incredible performance, but it comes at a significant cost. Still, there are many willing to pay the price and we are already seeing Founders Edition cards swiftly selling out. To help with this, Nvidia is introducing a new ‘priority access' queue system for buyers, so you …
Read More »Nvidia’s RTX 4090 is now available, custom cards range from near MSRP to well over £2000
The reviews are in and the wider verdict seems to be that the RTX 4090 is one hell of a graphics card, delivering significant gains compared to the previous flagship, the RTX 3090 Ti. As of today, the RTX 4090 is officially available for purchase, so we've had a browse …
Read More »Inno3D RTX 4090 X3 OC Review
We check out our first RTX 4090 AIB card, the Inno3D X3 OC
Read More »Nvidia RTX 4090 Founders Edition Review
RTX 4090 is here! And it is an absolute beast of a GPU
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