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Noctua is back with its latest ultra-quiet CPU cooler. The new NH-L12Sx77 is a low-profile CPU cooler for powerful compact builds. It is a slightly taller variant of the pre-existing NH-L12S, which has been well received. The advantage of this taller version includes improved motherboard and RAM compatibility. With 6 …

We've seen plenty of fake PC hardware being sold at cheap prices over the years. For a time, storage products like USB sticks were a prime culprit. Now, we're seeing fake Samsung M.2 SSDs being sold, with one brave soul buying one for science. Korean news site, Quasarzone, picked up …

In a surprise announcement this week, Meta revealed plans to open up its OS to third parties, allowing other hardware makers to create their own ‘Quest' headsets. One of the first partner on board appears to be none other than Microsoft, just shortly after abandoning its Windows Mixed Reality efforts. …

Intel has recently released an update to its Battlemage GPU drivers for Linux. As usual, this update was accompanied by patch notes, confirming an interesting bit of information regarding the upcoming graphics cards. Battlemage GPUs will not support DisplayPort (2.1) UHBR20 mode. As first reported by Phoronix, the latest Intel …

DeepCool has recently unveiled its latest PC case, the CH160. This small case is perfect for those who value portability. It has all you need to house a high-end system, but to do so, you'll have to plan your build carefully. For moving it around, the case comes with a …

As impressive as the Meta Quest’s hardware is, equally as surprising is just how much Meta has been supporting the device’s software – constantly updating and improving the OS with new and interesting functionality. In a surprising move, Meta is now allowing other VR hardware makers to use their Quest …

The AMD Strix Halo is a rumoured upcoming line-up of laptop processors with beefy integrated graphics. According to the latest reports, these processors may offer pretty impressive performance, outperforming current-gen processors and trading blows with GPUs like the RTX 4060 and RTX 4070 for laptops.  Based on previous rumours, the …

Intel has been working on improving its Arc graphics drivers since the launch of its A-series desktop GPUs. We've seen some very impressive performance gains for DX9 and DX11 titles over the past year. With the latest driver release, Intel continues that trend, with performance gains of up to 48 …

TeamGroup has recently announced a new M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD, the MP44Q. Available in capacities up to 4 TB, the upcoming SSD features 3D QLC NAND memory capable of providing sequential read speeds of 7,400 MB/s. Team Group MP44Q M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD uses the newest 3D QLC NAND and …

Enermax is launching the world's first dual-standard Platinum-certified power supply, supporting both 24-pin motherboards and future generations of 10-pin 12VO motherboards. To celebrate the launch, Enermax has teamed up with Thermal Grizzly to give away some freebies to PSU buyers. If you pick up Enermax's dual-standard power supply right now, …

EK has recently released a special edition direct die water block specifically designed for the AMD AM5 socket and delidded Ryzen 7000 CPUs, including the X3D versions. The custom-engineered cooling engine is designed for AM5 direct die cooling, and the cold plate contact surface has projecting areas that precisely fit …

It's another USB 3.2 Gen 2 x2 external SSD, retailing for under £180

Cougar's latest PC case aims to set itself apart from the crowd with a new ‘pillarless' design. The Cougar FV270 will be the first case to feature this, with the front left corner curving upwards, and a large tempered glass wrap-around side-panel to offer a panoramic view of your build.  …

Nvidia works with its various partners on different marketing and product initiatives regularly. According to a new report, Nvidia is ramping up a new one, referred to as the SFF Enthusiast program, which will provide incentives for partners to release smaller graphics cards for more powerful small form factor gaming …

Nvidia's range of workstation graphics cards expands this week with two new low-profile graphics cards, the RTX A1000 and the RTX A400, designed to provide all the performance necessary for compute applications in a smaller package.  The official renderings show the GPUs have a low-profile, single-slot architecture, and since their …

The Cooler Master Case Mod World Series returns this year. Following a successful competition in 2023, the event returns this year, inviting PC modders to show out with their best creations.  This year's event theme is “Crafting the Present, Envisioning the Future”. The idea here is that Cooler Master wants …

It's been a hugely busy few months for Nvidia, with the company releasing not just new graphics cards, but plenty of software tools and features as well. KitGuru was invited to an event in Marylebone, London, where we got hands-on with just about every new piece of technology that the …

We've previously reviewed the Sharkoon Rebel C50 mid-tower. Now, Sharkoon is launching the Rebel C20, its Mini-ITX case, designed to support enough cooling for high-end components while keeping dimensions compact.  The Rebel C20 ITX comes in two versions: the standard model with no fans and the RGB model, which packs …

Recently, KitGuru looked at three MSI motherboards to give you an idea of what kind of features you get for how much money if you're building a PC around an AMD Zen4 processor, such as this Ryzen 9 7950X. But of course, you might not be using AMD, you might …

It's a 1650W unit from Enermax - we put it through its paces

Gigabyte has announced the Aorus Xtreme Prestige Limited Edition series, which includes the Aorus Xtreme X Ice Motherboard and the Aorus RTX 4080 Super Xtreme Ice 16G graphics card. This limited-edition offering combines high-end performance with a unique style, appealing to the preferences of both gamers and collectors alike.  The …

Looking for a new 4070 Super? We check out the Zotac Trinity Black model

Congratulations, you bought your brand new AMD Zen 4 processor, perhaps this Ryzen 7 7700X for just over 300, or the Ryzen 7 3D for about 350, or the full fat Ryzen 9 for about 550. But which motherboard would logically go with your new processor? Leo has three AMD …

Biostar has been known to be working on Intel Arc graphics cards for almost a year. Now, its first Arc A-series graphics cards are ready for launch, starting off with the S380 ST, and the A750 OC.  The Biostar Arc A750 OC features 28 Xe-Cores and a clock speed of …

There have been many mods over the years to make 3D games playable in VR. However, few of them offer 6 degrees of freedom with motion controls baked in. The developers behind the Flat2VR mod have been working on the technology for a decade at this point and recently, they …

Recent rumours suggest that AMD's upcoming Strix Point APUs, equipped with the RDNA 3+ iGPU, will perform similarly to entry-level discrete GPUs like the RX 6400 and the RTX 2050/3050, depending on the CU count. The Strix Point APUs are expected to be a complete revamp, featuring entirely new core …

AMD has quietly confirmed that its new Ryzen 8000F desktop CPUs will be released worldwide. Based on Phoenix/Hawk Point silicon and without integrated graphics, AMD is starting off with two Ryzen 8000F processors – the Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F. The Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F will …

We've seen a few PC case fan makers following in Lian-Li's footsteps with magnetic connectors for easy and convenient daisy-chaining. This week, MSI has become the latest to get in on this trend with its new MPG EZ120 fans.  The new MPG EZ120 ARGB fans feature MSI's proprietary JAF 7-pin …

Intel has started its product discontinuance program for 13th Gen Core K-series processors. Only the boxed versions are included in the discontinuance program, meaning tray versions should still be readily available. The process started on March 21st. Orders for boxed variants of the 13th Gen Core K-series processors will only …

Recent rumours suggest that AMD will keep using RDNA 3.5 (RDNA 3+) integrated graphics on APUs until at least 2027. Although RDNA 3.5 products have yet to be released, it is speculated that they will be launched later this year. The report is from Golden Pig Upgrade (via @harukze5719), claiming …