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 »Razer unveils the new Deathadder V4 Pro gaming mouse
The legendary DeathAdder is back, and it's faster, lighter, and more technologically advanced than ever. Razer has just pulled the curtain on the DeathAdder V4 Pro, the latest evolution of its most iconic mouse, a nameplate that has sold over 20 million units worldwide. Developed in close collaboration with esports …
Read More »Philips Evnia 27M2N3800A gaming monitor boasts 160Hz and 320Hz modes
In the eternal battle between resolution and refresh rate, Philips' new monitor asks a simple question: why not have both? The company has just unveiled the Evnia 27M2N3800A, a 27-inch gaming monitor with “Dual Mode”. This allows gamers to switch, on the fly, between 4K resolution at 160Hz and FHD …
Read More »Epomaker’s new HE80 keyboard packs high-end features with low price tag
The keyboard market's love of Hall Effect switches continues, and the technology is rapidly becoming more accessible. The latest contender to enter the ring is Epomaker with its new HE80, a 75% compact keyboard that packs a suite of high-end, gamer-focused features into a package with a surprisingly low launch …
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 »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 »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 »AIDA64 gets support for Zen 6 CPUs and Radeon RX 9060 GPUs
While the dust is still settling from the launch of Zen 5, it seems the software world is already bracing for what comes next. In a move that gives hardware enthusiasts a glimpse into the future, the latest AIDA64 update has added preliminary support for AMD's Zen 6 architecture and …
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 »Solo Leveling: Karma announced for PC
Solo Levelling: Karma, a new action RPG for PC and mobile platforms based on the hugely popular Korean webcomic and anime series, was unveiled by developer Netmarble. Similar to Netmarble's Solo Levelling: Arise (Overdrive), Karma looks to be a fast-paced, isometric dungeon crawler that is reminiscent of Hades. Its anime …
Read More »Square Enix-backed ARPG ‘Vaultbreakers’ revealed in new trailer
To expedite the development of the top-down action-RPG, Vaultbreakers, Square Enix has made an undisclosed “major investment” in BetaDwarf, a Danish game development company. Square Enix will acquire a minority stake in BetaDwarf as part of this agreement. For BetaDwarf, the studio behind games like Forced and Minion Masters, this …
Read More »CPU-Z adds support for RX 9060 XT, RTX 5060, RTX 5050 and Ryzen Z2
CPU-Z has been updated to version 2.16 for Windows x86/x64, bringing with it support for lots of newly launched hardware. This update is particularly significant for enthusiasts following the latest developments from both AMD and NVIDIA. Regarding AMD, the Ryzen Z2 and Z2 Extreme CPUs, which are frequently known by …
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 »Windows 11 has more users than Windows 10 for the first time
Windows 11 has finally surpassed Windows 10 as the most popular Microsoft operating system, almost four years after its initial release in October 2021. Given that Windows 10's official end-of-support date of October 14th, 2025, is approaching, this change is not particularly surprising. This marks a significant turning point for …
Read More »Unreal Engine 5.6 gets DLSS 4 plugin
With the release of the most recent version of its DLSS plugin for Unreal Engine, Nvidia has full support for DLSS 4 in Unreal Engine 5.6. With the help of this updated SDK, developers can more easily incorporate Nvidia's state-of-the-art AI-powered upscaling and frame generation technologies into games and apps …
Read More »The next Hades 2 patch could be the last before full release
Even though Hades 2 has not yet reached its full 1.0 release, it has maintained an impressive early access run on PC. With more than 61,000 Steam reviews, the game has been in early access for more than a year, and even its early versions have received praise for their …
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 »Nvidia RTX 50 GPUs gain ground in latest Steam Hardware Survey
Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50 series has begun to register significant adoption in Steam's 2025 Hardware Survey. Despite only debuting in early 2025, with the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 launching on January 30th and mid-range options like the RTX 5070 and RTX 5060 following in February and May, respectively, these …
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 …
Read More »Granblue Fantasy: Relink reaches 2 million sales
Cygames' action RPG, Granblue Fantasy: Relink, has achieved significant success since its release last year on PS4, PS5, and PC. After selling over one million copies in its first 11 days, the game has now surpassed two million units sold worldwide. This milestone is being celebrated with a 60% discount …
Read More »G.Skill shows off CAMM2 DDR5 modules overclocked to DDR5-10000
G.Skill announced a significant milestone in collaboration with the Asus ROG team. Together, they have successfully pushed the boundaries of the new DDR5 CAMM2 form factor, achieving Memtest-stable operation at DDR5-10000 memory speed with a 64GB capacity CAMM2 module. This groundbreaking feat was accomplished on a modified, custom Asus ROG …
Read More »Report claims Intel is sidelining 18A node in favour of 14A
Intel's new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, is reportedly exploring ceasing marketing its 18A process technology to external foundry customers. Instead, it would focus on the 14A process node. This potential shift, first reported by Reuters, represents a departure from the previous strategy of focusing on 18A, which saw substantial investment poured …
Read More »PlayStation 5 Pro PSSR upscaler to be upgraded with FSR 4 tech
Sony has confirmed that its PlayStation 5 Pro console will receive an AMD FSR4-like algorithm in 2026, replacing the current version of the PSSR upscaler. As noted by Tom's Guide, the upgrade resulted from “Project Amethyst”, a collaborative effort between Sony and AMD that began in late 2023 and launched …
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