Following the old AMD naming logic, the upcoming AMD Strix Point APUs were thought to be launching as the ‘Ryzen 8000' series. However, new reports claim that these upcoming chips will actually launch under AMD's new ‘Ryzen AI' branding instead.  Contrary to what we thought up to now, it seems …

InWin has introduced the ModFree Mini, the latest addition to the ModFree ecosystem. More than a mere add-on component, the ModFree Mini offers users the flexibility to build a standalone SFF PC or integrate it with a full ATX ModFree system for a multi-system solution. With the Mod-II and the …

AMD has yet to say much about its next-generation GPU plans but there have been plenty of rumours floating around. Currently, RDNA 4 is set to launch with two main GPUs – Navi 44 and Navi 48. Now, recent datamining through Linux drivers has shown exactly that.  X user Kepler_L2 …

The specifications for the ROG Ally X have finally been revealed, ending the speculation. Even if not official, a recent leak shows that the upcoming handheld will retain the same APU, screen, and aesthetics but will come in black. The leak is from VideoCardz. In terms of design, adjustments have …

Months ago, Anti-Lag+ had to be disabled in online multiplayer games like Counter-Strike 2 due to the technology leading to false anti-cheat flags and player bans. Now, Anti-Lag has been reworked with Anti-Lag 2, which has now debuted in Counter-Strike 2 and should be friendly to use with other online …

AOC recently unveiled the latest addition to its monitor line-up, the new Q27B3CF2. This value-focused QHD monitor, with its 27-inch display, is designed for both home and workplace environments, with some gaming potential hidden away in there thanks to its 100Hz refresh rate.  The AOC Q27B3CF2's IPS panel has a …

Over the past few months, MSI has been hard at work improving its new handheld gaming system, the MSI Claw. Earlier in the year, a major BIOS update saw the device take a significant leap in gaming performance. Now, MSI is back again, boasting another 30 percent performance uplift with …

In collaboration with DAN Cases, Lian Li has unveiled the A3 mATX, a new compact yet versatile PC case. Featuring mesh panels on the top and sides, the A3-mATX prioritises airflow and cooling for SFF systems. Despite its compact size, the A3-mATX can accommodate a wide range of components, making …

Microsoft is gearing up to integrate super-resolution technology for gaming at the OS level. This upcoming feature, currently available to Windows Insiders, will allow super-resolution upscaling in select games and applications through the Windows graphics settings. However, it seems this feature will initially be limited to specific devices. As noted …

Antec is preparing to get into the gaming handheld market with the help of AyaNeo. The Antec Core HS is a tweaked version of the AyaNeo Slide, which features a 6-inch sliding screen, and integrated gamepad controls.  According to LTN (via Tom's Hardware), the Core HS features a 6-inch sliding …

A newly found JEDEC presentation reveals new details about Low Power Double Data Rate 6 (LPDDR6) memory. The upcoming standard is set to offer data speeds of 10.6Gbps and a bandwidth of 32Gbps in its introductory phase. Still, these values are expected to increase with later iterations of the memory. …

MSI has proudly announced that its MAG A1000GL and MAG A850GL PCIe 5.0 PSUs are among the first to receive the new PPLP ATX 3.0 certification. This certification, which stands for “PSU Performance Level Plan”, aims to identify and showcase high-performance and highly reliable PSUs in the market, instilling consumer …

Microsoft wants to revolutionise the laptop market by introducing Copilot+ PCs, a new branding that will signal the integration of AI technology into Windows laptops. This move comes as part of a strategic effort to bring AI capabilities to the forefront of the operating system. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella made …

Intel has recently unveiled new details about its upcoming Lunar Lake CPU architecture. Set to rival Qualcomm's next-generation Snapdragon X Series, the Lunar Lake processor is designed for “Next Gen AI PCs” and is expected to hit the market in Q3 2024. In addition to the Lunar Lake announcement, Intel …

Over the past few years, display refresh rates have significantly increased. Currently, the fastest monitor available on the market offers a 540Hz refresh rate, but faster panels are already in the works, namely a 4K panel with a 1000Hz refresh rate from TCL CSOT. The Asus ROG Swift Pro PG248QP …

With a surge in interest in post-apocalyptic fiction after the success of the Fallout TV series, no one was surprised to see Epic Games partnering with Microsoft/Bethesda to do a crossover in the Fortnite universe. It seems that Fallout will be one of the major crossover events for Season 3, …

Ghost of Tsushima has finally arrived on PC, and as expected, it's a success. With a peak concurrent player count of over 77,000, it's already PlayStation's most successful single-player game to launch on Steam. Following its debut on Steam on May 16th in its Director's Cut form, Ghost of Tsushima …

Despite previous doubts, it seems that Redfall is set to receive one last update before Arkane Austin's closure. Since its launch, Redfall has faced numerous challenges, including lackluster reviews and a struggle to attract a large player base, despite being available on Xbox Game Pass from day one. While post-launch …

SteelSeries has recently broadened its Arctis Nova product line with the debut of the Arctis Nova 5 wireless headsets. This new addition is accompanied by the launch of the Nova 5 Companion App, which grants users access to many audio presets. The Nova 5 will be available in three models, …

LN2 is commonly used for overclocking Intel and AMD CPUs. However, it's not every day we see someone using this same cooling method on an Apple M-series SoC, as Geekerwan did with the M4. Geekerwan (via Tom's Hardware) benchmarked the M4 in its 3+6 core configuration (3 performance cores + …

The G.Skill Ripjaws is back. This week, G.Skill unveiled the sleek new Ripjaws M5 RGB DDR5 memory kits, offering matte black or matte white heatspreaders with an RGB lightbar on the top. At 41mm tall, these DDR5 memory modules should be friendly for use with most CPU coolers.  The Ripjaws …

Microsoft has recently unveiled the Proteus controller, a customisable video game controller kit designed with accessibility in mind. Developed by ByoWave as part of the Designed for Xbox program, the wireless controller consists of modular cubes with interchangeable faceplates featuring controller buttons, a directional pad, and analogue sticks. All of …

After the Geekbench benchmark of the AMD Engineering Sample 100-000000994-38 (supposedly a 12-core Ryzen AI CPU), this same sample has now been found on the Blender Open Data database, where you will see it performed similarly to an AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 5955WX. HXL was the first to share the …

AMD is apparently planning a major rebrand that will discontinue its HS, H, and U naming scheme for Ryzen Mobile CPUs. Instead, the company will introduce the “Ryzen AI” naming system for all next-generation SKUs, starting with the upcoming Strix Point series. That's according to a Lenovo China product manager …

AOC has added two entry-level gaming monitors to its G4 line, replacing the previous G2 models. The 24G4XE and 27G4XE are designed with FHD resolution and a 180Hz refresh rate, catering to cost-conscious gamers or as an ideal secondary monitor. Available in 24-inch and 27-inch sizes, both models feature 1080p …

It seems Nvidia and Mediatek's reported collaboration is bigger than we initially thought. Following reports of a new AI processor in Q3 2024, it is now claimed that the pair are also working on a new SoC for gaming handhelds.  The leaker XpeaGPU has added fuel to the fire by suggesting …

Intel is preparing to unveil Thunderbolt Share, a new technology that enables users to seamlessly share displays, keyboards, mice, and data between computers using Thunderbolt technology. This technology prioritises speed, security, and simplicity, hoping to set a new standard for connectivity. This solution facilitates quick and efficient PC-to-PC connections, allowing …

Patriot Memory has collaborated with MSI to launch the Viper Xtreme 5 RGB DDR5 MPower series for gamers, overclockers, and power users. The partnership between the two companies resulted in the creation of memory modules with data speeds of up to 8000 MT/s in up to 48GB kits. The Viper …

AMD's latest round of desktop APUs have officially arrived. The new Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F are now available worldwide, adding options without graphics to the existing Ryzen 8000G line-up. 

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