Nvidia's latest 50 series GPU is here, with the RTX 5070 launching at a claimed MSRP of £539/$549
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We recently looked at the flagship 4TB drive of Biwin's new Black Opal X570 PRO (HERE) Gen 5 drive range. Now, we are looking at the drive in the middle of the range, the 2TB X570 PRO. At the heart of the X570 PRO is a new controller we've not …
Read More »Defective Nvidia RTX 5080 cards are up to 10% slower due to missing ROPs
Nvidia's handling of the recent RTX 50 series ROP issue hasn't been the best. After issuing a relatively low-key disclosure about a production error affecting a small number of GPUs, the company has seemingly left it up to consumers to identify and resolve the problem. While Nvidia claims the performance impact is limited to around 4%, independent testing has revealed a more significant performance deficit in specific scenarios.
Read More »Qualcomm Snapdragon X2 will reportedly feature up to 18 CPU cores
Qualcomm is making a bold move in the PC processor market with its upcoming high-end CPU for Windows PCs. Rumoured to boast a significant increase in core count compared to its flagship predecessor, the next generation flagship processor is expected to feature 18 CPU cores. Import-export documents to which Winfuture …
Read More »MSI MEG Z890 Ace Review – so many features!
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Read More »AMD Radeon RX 9060 GPUs could release as soon as Q2 2025
AMD just launched its RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT graphics cards this week, but it turns out AMD has more up its sleeve. During a press conference in China, AMD reportedly hinted at the upcoming RX 9060 series GPUs, which have not yet been publicly announced. It is now …
Read More »Asus sets six new overclocking records with its ROG Astral RTX 5090 graphics card
The Asus ROG Astral RTX 5090 has proven its overclocking prowess, shattering six performance records, including four world records and two first-place positions in the single-GPU category. Safedisk, Asus's in-house extreme overclocker from South Korea, was the author of these new records. Utilizing a variety of test setups, including systems …
Read More »MSI launches three new high-capacity ATX 3.1 PSUs
MSI has released a trio of next-generation power supply units designed to power demanding gaming rigs and workstations: the MEG Ai1600T PCIE5, MPG A1250GS PCIE5, and MPG A1000GS PCIE5. These PSUs boast cutting-edge features and robust certifications to ensure exceptional efficiency, stability, and compatibility with the latest hardware. All three …
Read More »Sapphire reveals RX 9070 Nitro+, Pure and Pulse series graphics cards
It is AMD launch day, with the company revealing the RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT graphics cards in full. As always, Sapphire is hot on the heels of the launch with its own custom-cooled models, and they look to be their best yet.
Read More »AMD announces $599 RX 9070 XT, RX 9070 at $549
First announced at CES last month, today AMD is finally launching its new generation RX 9070 series graphics cards. Based on the RDNA 4 architecture, these new GPUs aim to offer improved AI performance and RT acceleration at a lower price than an RTX 50 series GPU.
Read More »PlayStation VR2 gets a much needed price cut
The PlayStation VR2 hasn't made very many headlines since launch, in large part due to low sales, which in turn led to a drought of significant game releases. That may finally start to change, as the headset is finally getting a much needed price cut.
Read More »Biwin launches the world’s first dual EXPO profile DDR5 memory
Biwin has partnered with OC Lab to launch the new OC Lab Gold Edition DW100 RGB DDR5 memory kits, the world's first dual EXPO profile DDR5 memory sticks. Whether you choose the EXPO DDR5-8000 CL34/36 profile or the DDR5-6400 CL28 profile, changing between the two is as simple as flipping a switch.
Read More »Biwin Black Opal X570 PRO 4TB Gen5 SSD Review
It's a premium Gen5 SSD from Biwin - we put it through its paces today
Read More »Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti expected to launch in late March in 8GB and 16GB variants
Nvidia's upcoming GeForce RTX 5060 Ti could launch with two memory configurations like its predecessor. Recent reports suggest that Nvidia will launch the GPU with 16 GB and 8 GB, each with different memory configurations and potentially even different power connectors. According to Wccftech, the 16 GB variant, identified as …
Read More »Klevv CRAS C910 2TB SSD Review
In the market for a budget Gen4 SSD? We check out this offering from Klevv
Read More »be quiet! launches Pure Rock 3 CPU cooler
be quiet! is breathing new life into its popular Pure Rock CPU cooler series with the launch of five new models: Pure Rock 3 Black, Pure Rock 3 LX, Pure Rock Pro 3 Silver, Pure Rock Pro 3 Black, and Pure Rock Pro 3 LX. This refresh introduces exciting new …
Read More »FSP debuts its most efficient power supply yet – the Mega Ti
FSP has impressed us greatly with its latest generation PCIe 5.0 power supplies. The company is launching its most efficient yet with the new MEGA TI PSU series, offering up to 1650W capacity, ATX 3.1 compliancy and dual PCIe 12V-2x6 connectors for the latest generation graphics cards.
Read More »Thermal Grizzly now sells delidded CPUs backed by warranty
Delidding your CPU is often the best way to get the absolute best temperatures and overclocking potential, but the process of doing it is a daunting one and can potentially void warranty. Thermal Grizzly is looking to make it as easy as possible moving forward, with its own series of TG Delidded CPUs and better yet, Thermal Grizzly will assume the manufacturer's warranty, so you'll be just as protected as if you were to buy directly from Intel or AMD.
Read More »Samsung’s new 9100 Pro PCIe 5.0 SSD boasts a whopping 8TB of storage
Samsung has recently announced its new consumer flagship 9100 Pro series SSDs, designed to deliver next-generation performance for demanding users. These PCIe 5.0 drives boast blistering speeds and improved power efficiency, making them ideal for everything from gaming and content creation to AI applications.
Read More »be quiet! expands Pure Base 501 case lineup with LX and DX variants
be quiet! is expanding its popular Pure Base 501 case lineup with two new models: the Pure Base 501 LX and Pure Base 501 DX. These additions cater to users seeking stylish aesthetics and enhanced cooling capabilities while retaining the core features that made the original Pure Base 501 a favourite among PC builders.
Read More »Nvidia says less than 0.5% of RTX 50 GPUs affected by missing ROPs
In recent weeks, early buyers of RTX 50 series graphics cards have discovered that their GPU does not meet the advertised specification. At first, it was thought that this issue was only impacting a limited number of RTX 5090 and RTX 5070 Ti models, but this week, the first affected RTX 5080 was discovered. Now, Nvidia has responded with an updated statement.
Read More »First Nvidia RTX 5070 benchmark puts it on par with RTX 4070 Super
While Geekbench results aren't always the most reliable indicator of real-world gaming performance, they can still be interesting to check out. The latest ones to be found were of Nvidia's upcoming RTX 5070, showing it performing on par with the RTX 4070 Super in the Vulkan and OpenCL tests. The …
Read More »Montech launches its quietest AIO cooler yet – the HyperFlow Silent
Montech is debuting its quietest AIO cooler yet - the new HyperFlow Silent. This new AIO cooler is designed to deliver peak performance without compromise, all wrapped up in a minimalist aesthetic that does away with ARGB lighting to focus on a clean and professional look.
Read More »DeepCool launches FL12 Daisy Chain fans packed with 36 ARGB LEDs
Following on from our preview at CES, DeepCool is now launching its new daisy-chainable FL12 series case fans. The new fans combine aesthetically pleasing ARGB lighting effects with high performance airflow at low noise output. Using an 8-pin cable, the F12 fans can be easily daisy-chained to reduce wire clutter …
Read More »First Nvidia RTX 5080 card with missing ROPs found
The plot thickens regarding the GeForce RTX 50 series ROP issue. While Nvidia initially confirmed that a limited number of RTX 5090 and RTX 5070 Ti GPUs were affected by a production defect resulting in fewer active ROPs (Render Output Units), new evidence suggests the problem might be more widespread. …
Read More »G.Skill will soon launch new R-DIMM memory with 16-layer PCB and voltage protection
G.Skill is raising the bar for server and workstation performance with its latest release: an enhanced version of DDR5 R-DIMM memory sticks. Built to the recently announced JEDEC specifications, these new memory sticks will feature a 16-layer PCB for improved signal integrity and incorporate robust voltage protection for enhanced reliability and stability.
Read More »Nvidia admits that a small batch of RTX 5090(D) and RTX 5070 Ti were shipped with fewer ROPs
In recent weeks, a few RTX 50 graphics card buyers have encountered some issues. This time, we aren't talking about burning connectors, but a different kind of fault. It turns out, a small number of RTX 5090 and RTX 5070 Ti graphics cards were shipped with GPUs featuring fewer ROPs than advertised on the official spec sheet.
Read More »AMD Radeon RX 9070 details leak ahead of full reveal
We were expecting to learn all about AMD's upcoming RX 9070 GPUs at CES in January but a last minute change of plans has led to weeks of speculation. Now, just ahead of the planned late-February reveal, details about these GPUs, the reference designs and more have surfaces. Hardware leaker …
Read More »Cougar goes all-in on airflow with ‘Airface Eco’ RGB case
Cougar is championing eco-conscious design with its latest PC case, the Airface Eco RGB. This mid-tower case prioritises sustainability without compromising cooling performance, offering a compelling solution for environmentally conscious builders. At the heart of the Airface Eco RGB lies a ventilation system designed to maximise cooling efficiency while minimising …
Read More »AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D and 9900X3D leak shows decent single-thread performance improvement
It seems the wait for AMD's Ryzen 9 9000 series with 3D V-Cache might be over soon. Both the 16-core Ryzen 9 9950X3D and the 12-core Ryzen 9 9900X3D have just surfaced on Geekbench with single-core and multi-core benchmark scores.
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