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Intel looks to be entering the final stages of preparation for its Arrow Lake Refresh (Core Ultra Series 2 Plus) desktop launch, with new benchmarks for the mid-range Core Ultra 5 250K Plus surfacing on Geekbench. The “16th Gen” is expected to act as the final performance push for the …

Google's dream of Android for desktop is not dead yet. Recently, Aluminium OS (ALOS) leaked through a bug report on Google's Issue Tracker. This new feature appears to be a built-in Samsung DeX-style visualisation for Android 16. The leak, which surfaced through screen recordings from an HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook …

In recent weeks, DDR5 memory prices have begun skyrocketing due to a shortage brought about by AI companies buying up the majority of available DRAM supply. Gamers may be able to work around the shortages with a little ingenuity though, as desktop RAM can be replaced by SODIMM modules with …

AMD has dominated CPU gaming performance benchmarks in recent years with its 3D V-Cache equipped models. We've been waiting for Intel's answer to this technology for quite some time and according to new reports, we will see it first in the next-generation Nova Lake-S desktop CPUs.  Starting with the cache, …

Microsoft has released the first public preview build of the Xbox Full Screen Experience (FSE), expanding its availability beyond handheld devices. The feature, previously limited to sub-10-inch displays like the ROG Xbox Ally X, is now officially accessible for testing on traditional desktops, laptops, and tablets via the Xbox Insider …

The integrated GPU architecture for Intel's upcoming Nova Lake processors has been subject to conflicting leaks. While initial Linux kernel patches suggested the CPUs would feature Xe3P graphics, an architecture also used by the Crescent Island datacenter GPU, a new report claims otherwise. Coelcanth's Dream has shared a list of changes …

New details about Intel's next-generation desktop platform have just surfaced in a shipping manifest, giving us another glimpse at the upcoming “Nova Lake-S” architecture. The documentation mentions a 52-core CPU, likely the flagship of the series, as well as the 28-core variant that we previously reported on.  The NBD manifest …

The Red Dot Design Awards take place each year, recognising products that push the envelope of consumer product design. This year, Acer is one of the big winners, with nine products receiving the prestigious award. Acer's PC line-up serves a broad gamut of user needs. The TravelMate is ideal for …

Nvidia has officially revealed the GeForce RTX 5050, a new mid-range gaming GPU for desktop and laptop platforms. The desktop version will start at $249, with laptops featuring the RTX 5050 expected to begin at approximately $999. Both variants are slated for availability in the second half of July 2025. …

Intel has initiated the end-of-life process for its Arc A750 Limited Edition graphics card, with the company ceasing orders for the reference design from June 27th. Another unspecified version of this card will also reach its end-of-life on June 30th. This move, brought to our attention by @momomo_us, was communicated through …

Just as the dust begins to settle from the recent launches of the GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 and Radeon RX 9060 XT series graphics cards, it appears Nvidia is already preparing its next launch. The long-rumoured GeForce RTX 5050 8GB graphics card is now anticipated to debut as soon …

Today is RTX 5060 launch day and Acer is first in line with a new range of powerful Nitro gaming laptops and a new Nitro 20 Desktop PC. Sporting RTX 50 series graphics and AMD Ryzen AI processors, these new PCs will be available in Europe starting in July, with prices starting at €899.

The handheld gaming landscape is undergoing a significant shift, with Valve poised to expand SteamOS's reach beyond the Steam Deck. While Windows 11 handhelds have enjoyed a period of relative stability, bolstered by SteamOS's limited availability, Valve has consistently expressed its intention to open the platform to third-party devices. Now, …

AMD has made some significant gains in the x86 desktop CPU market, hitting a new record high with just under 29% total market share.

AMD's next generation CPU architecture, Zen 6, is already in the works and according to reports, we should see the first desktop CPUs in 2026.

Intel hasn't talked much about the Battlemage desktop GPU yet, but that might change soon. We'll reportedly learn more about Intel's next-gen GPUs in December.

The Project Zero Infinity desktop from CyberPowerPC aims to leave cables behind

Intel hasn't yet confirmed the release of the upcoming Core Ultra 200K processors, but retailers are already listing them on their websites. With the cheapest model listed at £275 (Core Ultra 245KF tray version) and the most expensive at £566 (Core Ultra 9 285K boxed), the new generation desktop CPUs …

Contrary to many expectations, the Intel Panther Lake architecture might be exclusive to mobile platforms. As for desktops, we should get a refresh after the initial launch of Arrow Lake. These refreshed Arrow Lake CPUs will then supposedly be followed by Nova Lake. According to Jaykihn, Nova Lake, Intel's next-generation …

AMD's upcoming Ryzen CPUs might be closer to release than some expect. While specific availability dates have yet to be confirmed, various retailers have started listing the new products, hinting at launches in mid-July for laptop chips and late July for the desktop. According to B&H listings (via Wccftech), the …

A recent report originating from Chiphell claims that AMD is working on four distinct desktop Zen 5 CPU models with different core configurations. Moreover, the same report also refers to the release date of these four CPUs, pointing to a launch in July. According to wjm47196 (via VideoCardz), the initial …

Intel's next-generation desktop flagship CPU, the Core Ultra 9 285K, is rumoured to have a turbo clock speed of up to 5.5GHz, which is lower than the current generation flagship CPU, indicating that most of the performance benefit from Arrow Lake will come via architectural upgrades, rather than increased power …

Intel is all set to launch its Arrow Lake-S series of processors this year, marking the debut of a new socket (LGA-1851) and the retirement of the Raptor Lake family. As the release approaches, we're getting more reports about the specs of the upcoming processors. The latest one concerns the …

Edifier recently introduced its latest speaker set, the QR65 desktop active monitors. These speakers offer a unique blend of acoustic expertise, Lumia light effects, and TurboGaN fast-charging capabilities, designed to cater to a wide range of users. The QR65 has already won a few prestigious awards, including the Visual Grand …

Palworld, the Pokemon-esque survival adventure game, has been gaining popularity like nobody's business over the last week. Like many, if you're one of the players enjoying arming your cute little creatures with weapons, you might want to check out the newly released Palworld gaming PCs from UK-based retailer and builder …

MSI is revamping its desktop PCs with new Intel 14th Gen Core desktop processors. The new Infinite RS and Aegis RS systems offer a convenient upgrade path for those looking to make the jump to the latest generation of processors and graphics cards, with plenty of room for further upgrades …

Intel released its first Core 14th Gen “Raptor Lake Refresh” desktop CPUs earlier this week. Initially, Intel announced that these CPUs would support Thunderbolt 5, the most recent version of the protocol. However, Intel has recently said that although certain 14th-generation processors will support Thunderbolt 5, this is not the …

Intel's public roadmap takes us up to Lunar Lake but after that, the company's plans are still a mystery. According to a new report, Intel's plans are now taking shape, pointing towards an Arrow Lake refresh, as well as the introduction of new Panther Lake and Nova Lake architectures.  In …

Earlier this week following the publication of an interview with Intel's Michelle Johnston Holthaus, Executive VP and GM of the Client Computing Group, we learned that Meteor Lake processors would be coming to desktops. As it turns out, this statement was only partially true as Intel has now offered clarification. …

Previous leaks indicated that Intel's upcoming Meteor Lake architecture would not be making its way to desktop processors. However, in a recent interview, the company has set the record straight, confirming that Meteor Lake chips for desktops will arrive in 2024.