Another Intel Lunar Lake processor has been found on the Geekbench database. The latest is the Intel Core Ultra 5 228V, which underwent Geekbench 6 testing. In the single-core test, it beat the Core Ultra 9 185H chip despite having a considerably lower TDP. The Geekbench listing shared by VideoCardz …
Read More »Thermalright introduces the Royal Knight SE dual-tower CPU cooler
Thermalright is adding to its vast lineup of CPU coolers this week. The latest one is the Royal Knight SE, featuring a new dual-tower design and a slimmer fan at the front to prevent it from obstructing the RAM slots. The Thermalright Royal Knight SE measures 122x114x155mm (LxWxH) and features …
Read More »Cooler Master launches Kickstarter campaign for MasterHUB pre-orders
Cooler Master made a big splash at Computex 2024 with the unveiling of the MasterHUB, a modular control panel promising a level of customisation never seen in this market segment. The company has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the MasterHUB, offering early adopters enticing discounts. Cooler Master is set to …
Read More »Nvidia will reportedly discontinue the GeForce RTX 3060
Nvidia has reportedly told board partners about plans to phase out the RTX 3060, currently the most popular GPU amongst Steam users, according to the monthly Steam Hardware Survey. The reports were first shared on the Board Channels forum (via VideoCardz). Even if the RTX 3060 series is officially discontinued, …
Read More »Nvidia Blackwell GPUs reportedly delayed due to “design flaws”
We may end up having to wait a bit longer to get our hands on Nvidia's latest Blackwell GPUs. According to sources, Blackwell is being delayed, potentially by several months, due to a design flaw spotted during the sampling phase.
Read More »Kingston quietly launches NV3 M.2 SSD series with up to 4TB of storage
Kingston's NV2 NVMe SSD has been a common choice for budget-conscious consumers, delivering up to 4TB of storage and decent performance for an affordable price. Kingston recently unveiled its successor, the NV3, touting several upgrades over its predecessor. Kingston plans to launch 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB NV3 models initially, with …
Read More »NZXT Flex offers a fully built gaming PC with bi-annual upgrades for a subscription fee
NZXT is trying to revolutionise the PC industry by launching NZXT Flex, a subscription-based gaming PC rental service to make high-performance gaming accessible to a broader audience. This service allows gamers to lease high-end gaming PCs for a monthly fee, with guaranteed upgrades every two years so you'll always have …
Read More »Avowed delayed to early 2025
Xbox has offered gamers some more time to clear their backlogs heading into the final months of 2024 by delaying the release of Avowed until early 2025. The highly anticipated action RPG from Obsidian Entertainment is now slated for release on February 18th, 2025.
Read More »Azza launches new aquarium-like PC case with a wooden strip
Azza's latest offering, the Neptune, uses a classic, understated design that stands in stark contrast to the brand's trend of flamboyant aesthetics. Despite its unassuming appearance, this mid-tower chassis combines a hint of wood with tempered glass, resulting in an enclosure that caters to a wide array of build requirements, …
Read More »SilverStone details the Fara 514X and the Fara 314X airflow cases
SilverStone has introduced the Fara 514X and Fara 314X PC cases, designed to offer ample interior space and optimal airflow. The FARA 314X is a micro-ATX tower, while the FARA 514X is an ATX mid-tower. Both cases feature mesh front intakes, 140 mm intake fans (along with an included 120-mm …
Read More »Sharkoon introduces new SGK50 S2 96% layout keyboards
The Sharkoon Skiller SGK50 S2 is unique thanks to its slightly smaller 96% layout and hot-swappable mechanical switches. For those who really like to get the most out of their keyboard, the SGK50 S2 also supports VIA and QMK, allowing for key remapping and custom macros. Equipped with a polycarbonate …
Read More »Keychron’s new mechanical keyboard fits in one hand
The Lemokey X0 is a one-handed QMK mechanical gaming keypad with 35 keys and a 1000Hz polling rate. What sets this keypad apart is the convenience of the Launcher online app, which allows users to customise each key to improve their gaming experience. Furthermore, its inclusion of a silicone palm …
Read More »AMD lists new Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 APU with enhanced AI performance
It looks like the upcoming Rryzen AI 300 series is getting an extra SKU. AMD's new flagship mobile APU might not be the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 as originally thought, as the company has confirmed the existence of the Ryzen AI 9 HX 375. This aligns with recent reports …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 9 QS benchmark shows a 4% uplift over the Core i9-14900K
The first benchmark results for an Intel Core Ultra 9 QS (Qualification Sample) have been shared. With the chip running at 250W, the upcoming Core Ultra 9 processor outperformed the Core i9-14900K in the Cinbench R23 nT test by 17.5%. However, adding other benchmark results to the equation reduces the …
Read More »Adata introduces the Legend 970 Pro PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSD with up to 14GB/s read speeds
Adata has recently unveiled the Legend 970 Pro PCIe Gen5 SSD. This drive, equipped with a double-layered aluminium heatsink and a built-in micro-fan for enhanced cooling, sets itself apart from other offerings on the market with read speeds of up to 14GB/s and write speeds of up to 11GB/s. The …
Read More »AMD shares more details on Ryzen 9000 specs
Following the announcement that Ryzen 9000 desktop CPUs are being delayed by a couple of weeks, AMD has decided to refresh enthusiasts on the upcoming processors and the tech under the hood with new details on specs. AMD's “Granite Ridge” is the codename for the Ryzen 9000 series, which will …
Read More »Intel launches free open-source AI Playground tool
Intel has recently introduced the AI Playground, a new generative AI tool designed for Arc GPU and Core Ultra users. This free, open-source Windows software allows users to create images and text based on various LLMs, which can then be manually tuned to refine the results. The tool is user-friendly …
Read More »The Nvidia RTX TITAN GPU will reportedly return with Blackwell
It has been years since we last saw a TITAN class GPU from Nvidia. However, it looks like it will be making a return with the upcoming Blackwell architecture, which is expected to power the next-generation RTX 50 graphics cards.
Read More »AMD introduces FLM latency measurement tool via GPUOpen
AMD has released the first public version of FLM (Frame Latency Meter), a measurement tool rivalling Nvidia's LDAT. However, unlike LDAT, FLM can be used by all modern GPUs, including those from Nvidia and Intel. The FLM latency measuring tool offers various features and a user-friendly interface, making it suitable …
Read More »ASRock launches affordable FHD/180Hz gaming monitors
ASRock has unveiled the latest additions to its gaming monitor line-up. The new models, PG27FFT1A and PG27FFT1B, offer identical technical specifications, with both packing the same 27-inch FHD Fast IPS panel. The main difference lies in the stand, one being fixed and the other offering tilt and swivel adjustments. Under …
Read More »Nvidia RTX 50 GPUs may not arrive until 2025
It seems we'll have to wait a little longer for the RTX 50 series. Initially expected to debut later this year with the RTX 5080 and RTX 5090, a new report claims that Nvidia might push the launch to early 2025. According to Kopite7kimi, it is unlikely that Nvidia will …
Read More »Intel reportedly rolls out 14th Gen Core KE processors without E-Cores
A leak has surfaced regarding Intel's future plans for the LGA-1700 socket, shedding light on the new Bartlett Lake series of desktop CPUs. This product is set to feature the Alder Lake/Raptor Lake hybrid die with P-Cores and E-Cores, along with a new die featuring P-Cores exclusively. However, it seems …
Read More »Asus X870E motherboards may come with exclusive CPU-tweaking features
AMD 800-series motherboards are still a few months away, with the first wave expected in September. However, details have already started to be shared, including some of the features they'll offer. Asus boards, for example, will offer two apparently exclusive features that adjust CPU performance. A user of the HardwareLuxx …
Read More »Intel says 13th & 14th Gen laptop CPUs aren’t suffering the same instability issues as desktop
It's no secret that instability issues have plagued Intel's 14th and 13th Gen Core desktop processors, and now it seems that the problem has extended to laptops. However, according to Intel, the two issues are separate. Reports of instability in Intel's 14th and 13th Gen Core desktop CPUs have been …
Read More »EA Sports FC 25 PC system requirements are as accessible as its predecessor
Electronic Arts recently shared the first EA Sports FC 25 trailer, marking the game's official announcement. Alongside it, EA also shared the PC requirements for the game, which are pretty much the same as those for the previous entry in the franchise. EA Sports FC 25 is introducing a new …
Read More »Gigabyte unveils its new C500 Panoramic Stealth case in black and white
Gigabyte has introduced the C500 Panoramic Stealth mid-tower gaming case. With a 270-degree panoramic tempered glass design on its front and side panels, this case allows users to showcase their internal rig and RGB lighting. Available in black and white, Gigabyte's latest case emphasizes aesthetics and caters to user preferences …
Read More »G.Skill brings 8000MT/s Trident Z5 Royal Neo memory to AMD platforms
G.Skill has recently unveiled its new Trident Z5 Royal Neo memory kit, redefining DDR5 memory standards for AMD platforms. This top-of-the-line kit features two 16GB modules, boasting a total capacity of 32GB and impressive CL38-48-48-128 timings. Operating at DDR5-8000 speeds, this kit is configured in the BIOS to leverage the …
Read More »Keychron’s new Lemokey G1 wireless mouse reduces latency to just 0.125ms
Keychron's gaming subsidiary, Lemokey, has unveiled the G1 wireless optical mouse aimed at gamers and creative professionals. Featuring an 8K Hz polling rate and a mere 0.125ms latency, the G1 promises to deliver an exceptional user experience. The Lemokey G1 uses a lightweight 55g frame. This frame is complemented by …
Read More »AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 Cinebench results spotted
The first Cinebench R23 results for AMD's upcoming Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 have been shared online. In the single-core testing, the processor scored barely north of 2K points. As for the multi-core test, the Ryzen chip scored over 23K points. Based on Cinbench 2024 results, AMD claims that the …
Read More »MSI is bundling Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn with select Z790 motherboards
MSI recently announced a new collaboration with Kepler Interactive to commemorate the launch of Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn, which is now available on Steam and the Epic Games Store. MSI will offer digital copies of the new title when users buy select Z790 motherboards. In Flintlock: The Siege of …
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