Thermaltake has introduced a revised version of its Steel Shadow Tough liquid cooler series in Europe, featuring subtle but significant changes. In Europe, the new series will be named LA(S) and available with 240mm and 360mm radiators. As noted by Cowcotland, the core design, including the large, magnetically attached top …
Read More »Sharkoon introduces the affordable SGH20 and SGH25 wired gaming headsets
Sharkoon has expanded its Skiller headset lineup with two new offerings: the SGH20 USB and the SGH25. Both headsets aim to provide immersive audio and comfortable wear, catering to different user needs and budgets, even if both are still entry-level. The Skiller SGH20 USB headset presents a design with dynamically …
Read More »MSI bundles The Last of Us Part II with QD-OLED gaming monitors
MSI has another great game bundle available. This time around, MSI has partnered with PlayStation Studios to offer up free codes for The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered on PC. These codes will be redeemable to those picking up an MSI QD-OLED gaming monitor. Those planning to buy a …
Read More »Astro Bot wins Game of the Year at the 2025 BAFTA Awards
Astro Bot, the acclaimed platformer, emerged as the dominant force at the 2025 BAFTA Games Awards, securing five wins, including the prestigious Best Game of the Year. Still Wakes the Deep, a psychological horror title, also enjoyed a successful night, earning three BAFTA awards, two of which recognised outstanding acting …
Read More »Nvidia RTX 50 graphics cards now also using SK Hynix GDDR7 memory chips
It's known that Nvidia has been using Micron and Samsung GDDR7 chips to power the RTX 50 series. However, a new player has now joined their ranks, with SK Hynix now supplying GDDR7 memory for newly manufactured RTX 50 series graphics cards. It's important to clarify that Nvidia doesn't actually …
Read More »Gigabyte registers upcoming Radeon RX 9060 XT and RTX 5060 Ti GPUs with RRA
Gigabyte has registered its upcoming Radeon RX 9060 XT graphics card variants with the RRA (South Korean Radio Research Agency), signaling their readiness for release. Moreover, it registered various RTX 5060 Ti cards, but to our surprise, all were 16GB variants. There's a notable disparity between Gigabyte's planned offerings for …
Read More »Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti pricing debate continues
A recent report has provided new potential pricing details for Nvidia's upcoming RTX 5060 Ti series. While not officially set, especially given the current volatility in the GPU market driven by tariffs and competition between Nvidia and AMD, it gives us an idea of what to expect. Over at Board …
Read More »Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti Geekbench test shows up to 15% performance uplift
Initial performance results for the upcoming Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti have surfaced. Review samples of the RTX 5060 Ti seem to be currently in distribution to independent reviewers, resulting in the first Geekbench entries of the graphics card coming up online. As is often the case, the first leaks originate …
Read More »Corsair launches web-based firmware updater so you don’t have to install iCUE
Corsair has launched its new, browser-based tool for firmware updates, offering a streamlined alternative to iCUE. This move aims to simplify the perceived complexity of firmware updates, particularly for users less familiar with PC peripherals. Corsair states that this web-based utility is a response to customer feedback, providing a more …
Read More »Shipping manifest shows Nvidia RTX 5060 will use 128-bit memory bus and GDDR7
The configuration of Nvidia's upcoming lower-end GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs is still mostly unconfirmed, but rumours and reports have given us an idea of what to expect. The latest report comes from newly found shipping manifests, which show the memory bus of a GB206-based graphics card. While previous reports …
Read More »BIOS-modded AMD Radeon RX 9070 with RX 9070 XT firmware is 15-20% faster than stock
Enthusiasts delving into the overclocking potential of AMD's latest Radeon RX 9070 series found something we haven't seen for some time. In a throwback to the days of widespread BIOS modding, it appears that some Radeon RX 9070 non-XT GPUs can be flashed with the BIOS from their XT counterparts, …
Read More »Oblivion remake rumours continue to circulate
The heavily rumoured remake of Bethesda's beloved 2006 RPG, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, might be coming soon. According to the latest reports, the game is ready to be launched and could be shadowdropped later this month. The report from Jeff Grub from GiantBomb matches the previous rumours and claims …
Read More »Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti makes first benchmark database appearance
Reports on the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 Ti are increasing, with the latest being benchmark entries on the Furmark database. Nvidia's board partners are reportedly already distributing samples, so we expect to see a few more benchmark database leaks in the coming weeks. One of the earliest leaks has surfaced …
Read More »GPMI connector promises 192Gbps bandwidth and 480W power via a single cable
A new connection standard might be on the horizon. Developed by a consortium of Chinese companies, General Purpose Media Interface (GPMI) leverages USB Type-C and USB Type-B connectors to deliver high bandwidth for next-generation displays and integrated power delivery. As reported by HKEPC (via VideoCardz), GPMI is positioned as a …
Read More »Nvidia releases PhysX and Flow open-source libraries
Nvidia has made two of its proprietary technologies open-source: Flow, a real-time, grid–based fluid simulation library, and PhysX, a GPU acceleration library for physics. While Nvidia initially released the PhysX library on GitHub a few years ago, it wasn't fully open source. As Wccftech highlights, Nvidia has now updated its …
Read More »CPU-Z data shows 8-core CPUs are currently the most popular PC processors
CPU-Z validation results for Q1 2025 reveal an emerging trend in CPU preferences, with eight-core processors gaining significant traction. Data shows that eight-core CPUs now represent 24.7% of all validations, marking a substantial 32.6% increase compared to previous figures. Conversely, six-core processors have declined, accounting for only 22.5% of validations, …
Read More »Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti prices will reportedly match RTX 4060 Ti
Nvidia is reportedly gearing up to launch its GeForce RTX 5060 graphics cards, with information from Board Channels suggesting a potential release schedule. As previously indicated, Nvidia is expected to introduce the RTX 5060 series this month. This new lineup is anticipated to include the RTX 5060 Ti in both …
Read More »Intel and TSMC reportedly forming an alliance
The ongoing saga of potential collaboration between Intel and TSMC has taken another turn, with a new report suggesting a “preliminary agreement” for a joint venture involving Intel's chip fabrication plants (fabs). This news, reported by The Information (via Reuters), revisits a familiar narrative. This latest development shares a bit …
Read More »Microsoft is introducing hotpatch updates to Windows 11 Enterprise
Microsoft has announced the general availability of hot patch updates for enterprise customers using Windows 11 Enterprise 24H2 on x64 systems. Hotpatching in ARM-based devices running Windows 11 Enterprise is also in the works and currently in public preview. Hotpatching enables the application of OS security updates in the background, …
Read More »AMD might be preparing a Radeon RX 9070 GRE
New rumours suggest AMD might be preparing to expand its RDNA 4 graphics card lineup with a new addition. These claims have emerged following reports of low stock for the non-XT Radeon RX 9070 in China, fuelling speculation that AMD might be clearing the way for a new model. According …
Read More »MediaTek unveils new Kompanio Ultra 910 for Chromebooks
MediaTek has unveiled its latest processor, the Kompanio Ultra 910, designed to elevate Chromebook performance. This new chipset emphasises AI capabilities, enhanced power efficiency, and high-speed connectivity, incorporating advanced computing technologies to drive productivity, creativity, and multimedia experiences. Built on TSMC's 2nd-generation 3nm process, the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910 processor …
Read More »Panther Lake CPUs still on track for 2025, Intel confirms
At Intel Vision this week, Intel provided an update on its CPU roadmap. The Intel Panther Lake CPUs, the first built with Intel's new 18A manufacturing process, are still on track for 2025, but volume shipments won't arrive until 2026. Speaking on the roadmap update, Intel Products CEO, Michelle Johnston …
Read More »New DDR5 speed record set with XPG Lancer RGB DDR5 memory
When we thought the race to the DDR5 speed world record would calm down, someone set the bar even higher. XPG, Adata's gaming brand, has announced a successful collaboration with Gigabyte, resulting in a new DDR5 memory overclocking world record at an impressive 12,762 MT/s. Gigabyte's expert overclocker HiCookie spearheaded …
Read More »MSI rolls out OLED Care 2.0 upgrade for all QD-OLED monitors
MSI has announced an enhanced iteration of its acclaimed OLED Care 2.0 technology. In response to user feedback, this update will increase the refresh interval of OLED Care 2.0, aiming to provide a more refined experience for owners of MSI QD-OLED monitors. This update focuses on adjusting the activation timing …
Read More »Fury G5 PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSD to feature up to 14,800MB/s speeds
The PCIe 5.0 SSD market is heating up, with increasing competition and a wider variety of controller technologies entering the fray. Kingston, through its Fury brand, has entered the PCIe 5.0 arena with the Fury Renegade G5 SSD, a drive that boasts impressive sequential read speeds of up to 14,800 …
Read More »Nintendo schedules Treehouse streams to showcase Switch 2 in-depth
Nintendo has announced a double feature of Treehouse Live sessions scheduled for later this week, offering fans an extended look at upcoming Switch 2 gameplay. While the duration of each presentation remains undisclosed, Nintendo has confirmed that both will showcase “hands-on gameplay of Nintendo Switch 2 games”, providing a more …
Read More »Atomfall is Rebellion’s most successful launch ever with 1.5 million players
Rebellion, the UK-based studio famed for the Sniper Elite series, has announced that its latest release, Atomfall, has become the developer's “most successful launch” in its 32-year history. Atomfall, a post-apocalyptic survival game inspired by the real-world Windscale nuclear disaster of the 1950s, launched on March 27th. It quickly amassed …
Read More »European retailer selling RTX 5090 with missing ROPs removes listings
Alternate, which had previously listed a Zotac RTX 5090 Solid OC graphics card with missing ROPs as B-stock on its website, has clarified this situation. The company has stated that the card was a customer return and should not have been offered for resale in that condition. According to Alternate …
Read More »HP is expanding its Omen brand to the DIY PC market
HP is making a strategic move to broaden its Omen gaming brand. This expansion will extend beyond pre-built desktops and laptops, including individual PC components for custom PCs and upgrades. As noted by PCWorld, the newly listed components on HP's website include a 120mm RGB fan (25 mm thick), a …
Read More »Jagex unveils RuneScape: Dragonwilds, a new open-world survival game
Jagex, the studio behind the iconic RuneScape franchise, has announced its upcoming project named RuneScape: Dragonwilds. This new open-world survival game, built on the Unreal Engine 5, will be playable in single-player mode and online co-op with up to three other players...
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