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Colorful has updated its mainstream motherboard lineup with the launch of the refreshed Battle-Ax series. This release focuses on bringing the latest wireless standards to value-oriented builders, introducing both the B860M-Plus S WIFI7 and the B760M-Plus S WIFI7. Positioned as the flagship of this refresh, the B860M-Plus S WIFI7 is …

Fractal has a new dual-chamber case with a familiar name, but is it any good?

BitFenix has unveiled its latest case, the ALD, a dual-chamber model that integrates a 14-inch IPS display in the front panel. With its size and 1920 x 1200 resolution, this display can even work as a monitor. ALD's (via Vortez) large-format panel serves as a secondary desktop, allowing users to display …

Noctua has released 3D CAD models for its entire fan lineup to the public, providing a valuable resource for engineers, case designers, and PC enthusiasts. These models are designed to provide highly accurate data on external dimensions and mounting points, enabling creators to integrate Noctua fans into custom projects. However, …

AMD is reportedly working on EXPO 1.2, a major update to its memory overclocking standard designed to squeeze more performance out of the AM5 platform while laying the groundwork for the future. According to 1usmus (via VideoCardz), this version introduces several granular tuning options, including support for tREFI, tRRDS, and …

Lian Li has officially announced the Vector V150 INF, a compact mini-tower chassis designed for enthusiasts who want to blend high-performance cooling with a striking visual presentation. Building on the foundation of the Vector V100 MINI, this new iteration introduces “Infinity” aesthetic elements, including an infinity-mirror front panel. The defining …

InWin has announced the Covalent, a flagship full-tower case designed for high-performance computing (HPC), AI development, and professional workstations. The case features a modular internal architecture and a refined industrial aesthetic, offering a choice between tempered glass or solid metal side panels. The Covalent is designed to accommodate workstation-class hardware, …

Cooler Master is expanding its AIO cooling lineup with the MasterLiquid Atmos II Stealth series, available in both 240mm and 360mm configurations. This new iteration strips away the flashy RGB lighting in favour of a clean, professional aesthetic that blends into modern minimalist builds.  The Atmos II Stealth series (via …

Bolt Graphics has officially announced the successful tape-out of its Zeus GPU test chip based on TSMC's 12nm FFC process node. This architecture, which has undergone four years of FPGA testing and customer evaluation, is designed as a highly scalable compute platform targeting high-performance computing (HPC), AI, and professional rendering.  …

Asus is upgrading its TUF Gaming power supply lineup with the introduction of the Platinum Series, available in 850W, 1000W, and 1200W capacities. By achieving 80 Plus Platinum certification, these units offer a significant efficiency boost over previous generations.  According to Vortez, these units (850W, 1000W, and 1200W) share the …

Intel, in partnership with various partners, has introduced the HUDIMM (Half-Unbuffered DIMM) standard to address the ongoing global memory shortage and rising hardware costs. This new specification aims to lower the barrier to entry for DDR5 platforms by simplifying the internal architecture of the memory modules. However, this new module …

3D V-Cache is finally on both 9950X chiplets - but what difference does it make?

AMD is reportedly preparing a re-release of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D as an anniversary edition. Recent leaks suggest the 2022 processor will return to market without hardware changes, extending the lifecycle of the AM4 platform. AMD has not yet officially confirmed these plans. The leaked information shared by HXL (via …

Nvidia is reportedly planning to reintroduce the GeForce RTX 3060 12GB graphics card this June According to recent reports, the company will resume production of the Ampere-based SKU on Samsung's 8nm node to address the budget market segment. According to MEGAsizeGPU (via VideoCardz), the 192-bit memory bus version of the …

ASRock has announced the Pro Series full modular PSUs, available in 1000W, 850W, and 750W capacities. The units are fully compliant with ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards and include high-quality 12V-2×6 power cables for powering the latest generation of graphics cards.  The series carries dual 80 Plus Gold and …

Gigabyte has announced the launch of its Gaming series power supply units, available in 750W, 850W, and 1000W capacities. The units feature T-Guard active thermal monitoring technology that monitors 12V-2×6 connector temperatures. The series carries Cybenetics ETA Platinum and Lambda A+ certifications and is fully compliant with ATX 3.1 and …

Intel has announced a new round of Core Series 3 processors for laptops. Aimed at entry-level mainstream laptops and edge computing, these new CPUs use Intel's 18A process node, along with Cougar Cove and Darkmont cores, delivering 40 TOPS of AI performance. Systems from OEM partners are scheduled for release …

Meta is one of a number of companies chasing the AI dream, spending billions buying up the world memory supply for datacentres and creating major shortages and pricing issues in the consumer electronics segment. Now, Meta is using that very excuse to raise prices for its Quest VR headsets.  The …

Thermaltake's latest case is a Retro-themed throwback for just £80

CPS PCCooler has launched the TR620M X, a relatively compact dual-tower air cooler with a single fan. However, that single fan can spin up to 5000RPM, faster than most other PC cooling fans on the market.  According to ITHome, the heatsink measures 115x106x94mm and uses a pure-copper, nickel-plated, reflow-soldered base. The …

Thermaltake has launched its Retro Series chassis lineup, featuring the Retro 260 TG mATX tower and the Retro 360 TG mid-tower. The collection draws on a vintage beige aesthetic inspired by early home computers while maintaining compatibility with high-performance modern hardware. The Retro 260 TG is an mATX case finished …

ENDORFY has introduced the Aquarius 8000, a new showcase‑style PC case featuring a flat tempered‑glass side panel and a curved glass front. The design is made for users who want hardware on display without sacrificing configuration flexibility. Two models are launching – the Aquarius 8000 Corona and the Aquarius 8000 …

Cougar has expanded its case lineup with the airflow-focused MX600 Max RGB, a mid-tower case featuring two pre-installed 200mm front ARGB fans and a modular I/O that allows users to mount on top or the bottom of the front panel. The MX600 Max RGB (via Overclocking.com) has two integrated airflow …

Intel hasn't yet officially confirmed that its upcoming Nova Lake-S desktop processors will be branded as the Core Ultra 400 series. However, a new report claims that the name is already set. The “Series 4” architecture is expected to feature Coyote Cove P-cores and Arctic Wolf E-cores. According to VideoCardz, …

Hyte has partnered with hololive and Cover Corporation to design a Sakura Miko collection, featuring a custom Y70 case and a bundle including a keycap set and desk pad. The products feature artwork by illustrator Rosuuri and are available in both black and white. The Hyte Y70 Sakura Miko case …

Arctic is expanding its case lineup with another variant of the Xtender case. The newly released Xtender Black clear glass provides an even greater look inside of the PC from multiple angles, making it a great option for RGB-heavy builds.  The chassis is constructed from black SECC steel, providing a …

For a long time now, Intel's CPU sockets have used a single-lever system to lock the chip into place. Apparently for the next generation Nova Lake chips, Intel will go back to embracing a dual-lever mechanism, which will also allow Intel to make the IHS on top of the CPU …

A couple of weeks ago, AMD officially announced the Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition processor, combining two stacks of 3D V-Cache in one chip. This is going to be AMD's top-end Ryzen desktop processor, so we expected it to be expensive, but the exact cost remained elusive. That changed this …

The roadmap for Intel's next-generation Nova Lake-S desktop processors is becoming clearer. According to the latest reports, Intel has revised its Core Ultra 9 Nova Lake-S desktop configurations, bumping the core count of the 42-core dual-compute-tile SKUs to 44 cores. According to Jaykhin (via VideoCardz), this 44-core chip consists of …

Corsair is making a significant expansion to its Frame 4000 chassis lineup, introducing the Frame 4000X RS and the Frame 4000D Wood RS, alongside a new web-based configurator tool.  Starting with the new cases, the two entries in this lineup cater to polar opposite design sensibilities. Available in black and …