Ahead of the planned launch next week, AMD has revealed the specs for its five new Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9000WX processors. We also have details on pricing and for the first time, AMD has confirmed that the new Threadripper CPUs will be available on the DIY market.
Read More »Lexar unveils new flagship NM990 PCIe 5.0 SSD
Lexar is seeking a share of the high-end consumer storage market with the announcement of its new flagship SSD, the NM990. Aimed at hardcore gamers, content creators, and AI developers, the new drive promises to deliver blistering speeds that leverage the full potential of the PCIe 5.0 interface. Harnessing next-generation …
Read More »Razer introduces the Core X V2 eGPU chassis and Thunderbolt 5 connectivity hub
Razer is updating its external GPU enclosure line for the next generation of connectivity with the announcement of the Core X V2. This new chassis is the company's first to feature the Thunderbolt 5 standard, but it comes with some major changes that may surprise those who know the original …
Read More »NVIDIA RTX Features Explained – DLSS, Frame Gen, Reflex & More
We explain the details behind a whole bunch of PC features, including DLSS, Frame Gen and more
Read More »Phanteks Eclipse G370A launches at £54.99 with SSI-EEB motherboard support
Following on from a reveal at Computex 2025, Phanteks is now launching its latest Eclipse case, the G370A. The Eclipse series has long been popular amongst system builders. Now, the Eclipse G370A looks to carry that legacy forward with a performance-first design. The Phanteks Eclipse G370A features a complete front …
Read More »G.Skill memory sets new world record for DDR5 memory speed
G.Skill memory has been used to set many world records over the years and another has just landed. The overclocker known as bl4ckdot has just set a new overclocking world record for the fastest DDR5 memory frequency, with a 24GB Trident Z5 memory module pushed all the way to 12872MT/s.
Read More »Thermalright updates Aqua Elite line-up with new V6 models
Just when you think you've seen every possible AIO design, Thermalright, a brand never shy about trying new things, has updated the Aqua Elite with a rather interesting new CPU block. The new Aqua Elite V6 has arrived, and its most striking feature is a pump head designed to look …
Read More »Nvidia preview driver brings Smooth Motion frame-gen to RTX 40 GPUs
Nvidia has dropped the first preview driver from its new 590 branch, and while it's officially aimed at developers, it contains a feature that gamers have been eagerly awaiting. Buried within this preview release is the first implementation of Smooth Motion, the company's answer to AMD's driver-level Fluid Motion Frames …
Read More »Intel may use TSMC N2 tech for Nova Lake-S CPUs
The next major desktop platform in Intel's client CPU portfolio, “Nova Lake-S”, has reportedly taken a significant step towards reality. According to a new report, a compute tile for the next-generation desktop processor has successfully “taped out” at TSMC's facilities in Taiwan. Based on the new report from SemiAccurate (via …
Read More »AMD Zen 6 CPUs will reportedly be built using TSMC N2P and N3P
The blueprint for AMD's next generation of CPUs is beginning to take shape, with a new leak providing a detailed look at the process nodes that will work as the foundation for the upcoming Zen 6 architecture. According to Kepler_L2 (via 3DCenter), AMD has shared its process node plans with …
Read More »FSP launches the U691 full tower with three-sided tempered glass window
FSP is strengthening its standing in the premium case market with its new U691 full tower, a chassis designed for builders who want to showcase components while also having plenty of room for cooling and today's extra-large graphics cards. By combining expansive glass panelling with mesh and a versatile cooling …
Read More »Silicon Motion’s new SM8466 PCIe 6.0 SSD controller to deliver speeds of up to 28GB/s
Just when you were getting used to PCIe 5.0 speeds, the next generation of storage performance is already knocking on the door. According to a leaked presentation slide, Silicon Motion is set to officially unveil the MonTitan SM8466 SSD controller at the Flash Memory Summit next month, and the numbers …
Read More »AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE benchmarks show strong 1440p performance
While AMD's Radeon RX 9070 GRE was officially launched back in May as a China-exclusive card, we've been left wondering how this cut-down GPU performs. Now, thanks to the team at ComputerBase, who managed to import a Sapphire Pulse model, we have our answer. The verdict? It's a sound 1440p …
Read More »AMD Zen 6 processors samples are in the hands of partners
The rumour mill for AMD's next-generation Zen 6 architecture is beginning to spin, with new reports emerging from a well-known source. Apparently, AMD has begun sampling its Zen 6-based desktop processors, codenamed “Medusa Ridge”, to its close industry partners. If the whispers are true, we could be looking at significant …
Read More »Corsair Frame 5000D Revisit… with Smoke!
Leo revisits the Frame 5000D - this time with a smoke machine!
Read More »Cooler Master’s FreeForm 2.0 MasterFrame 600 PC case now available in Europe
At Computex this year, Cooler Master debuted its FreeForm 2.0 ecosystem of products, including new fully customisable MasterFrame PC cases. Last week, we published our full review of the MasterFrame 600 but it wasn't available to buy in Europe just yet. That changed this week with the case finally hitting …
Read More »JEDEC publishes LPDDR6 memory standard
The future of memory for our phones, ultra-thin laptops, and a new wave of AI devices just got a lot clearer. JEDEC has officially published its next-generation JESD209-6 LPDDR6 memory standard. This isn't just an incremental update; LPDDR6 is engineered from the ground up to deliver a significant leap in …
Read More »Chieftec unveils the Vista ATX PC case
In a market flooded with glass-panelled chassis, Chieftec is throwing its hat into the ring with its latest mid-tower case, the Vista (GT-01B-OP). The new enclosure aims to grab the attention of system builders who prioritise both thermal performance and showing off their components, combining panoramic glass with a thoughtful …
Read More »Deepcool CPU Cooler Round-up: 3 AIOs / 2 Air Coolers Tested
We put five new Deepcool CPU coolers to the test, but which one comes out on top?
Read More »Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9995WX benchmark shows 20% multi-core performance uplift
If you've been waiting for the ultimate workstation CPU and have deep pockets, we have good news. AMD's monstrous 96-core, 192-thread Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9995WX has been spotted on Geekbench 6, and as expected, the scores are very high. While AMD has kept the official launch date under wraps since …
Read More »Thermaltake adds flavourful colour options to The Tower 600 line-up
Thermaltake first announced its Tower 600 PC case at Gamescom last year. We've been impressed by this case already and have featured it in builds on our YouTube channel. Now, The Tower 600 is getting a flavourful makeover, with three new colour options hitting the market. While most case manufacturers …
Read More »G.Skill debuts ultra-fast 128GB and 256GB DDR5 memory kits
G.Skill has released some of the best memory kits of the DDR5 generation and they are showing no signs of slowing down. This week, G.Skill is debuting its new high-performance 64GB DDR5 modules, delivering speeds of up to 6400MT/s and up to 256GB capacity. There are two new G.Skill overclocked …
Read More »Fractal Epoch launches with prices starting at £99
After a brief preview earlier in the year, Fractal Design is now ready to launch its latest case. The Fractal Epoch is launching today, combining the company's signature minimalist aesthetic with modern airflow engineering. The Fractal Epoch features a mesh front and three powerful Momentum fans. The Momentum 12 fans …
Read More »Lossless Scaling Frame Generation is coming to Linux
For PC gamers, and especially Steam Deck owners, tweaking is part of the fun. We're all familiar with the endless quest to squeeze every last frame out of our hardware. On Windows, one of the most popular tools in a tweaker's arsenal has been Lossless Scaling, an application that can …
Read More »Intel Arrow Lake Refresh reportedly features clock speed bump and new NPU
Intel isn't quite done with the Arrow Lake platform, even though it has released 22 SKUs since its debut. An update to the Arrow Lake-S desktop lineup is reportedly planned for release in the second half of 2025.
Read More »Corsair Frame 5000D Review (with $300 Elite Tray)
Take the Frame 4000D, scale it up and you get the new Frame 5000D
Read More »LC-Power unveils new DIGI and AERA CPU coolers
LC-Power is debuting some very attractive options for the budget CPU cooler market. The latest DIGI cooler embraces new technologies, such as integrated displays in the heatsink and modern heat distribution methods, while keeping the price tag fairly low. LC-Power also has new black and white air coolers joining the …
Read More »MSI Afterburner beta introduces Radeon RX 9000 series support
MSI Afterburner has forgone support for AMD's most recent Radeon RX 9000 series graphics cards, in large part due to the fact that MSI does not make any. Now, the developer behind Afterburner is correcting this with a new beta update, which brings support for RDNA 4 graphics cards. The …
Read More »Arctic unveils new Premium high air-resistance case fans
Arctic has officially released its new P Pro Series of fans and on top of that, the company is also equipping its Liquid Freezer III AIO cooler with the new fans, which offer high static pressure and airflow, making them ideal for those seeking to lower temperatures. The P12 Pro, P12 …
Read More »Ocypus unveils new Sigma Pro AIO liquid coolers
Ocypus has announced the debut of its Sigma Pro Series, a new line of high-performance liquid coolers. The flagship models in the Sigma Pro lineup feature a 3.5-inch IPS display and an innovative “floating pump” design, all built upon a large copper base. Taking centre stage in Sigma Pro liquid …
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