The new feature reportedly reduces the latency significantly on the standard memory, eliminating any need for EXPO ULL. MSI Rolls Out High-Efficiency Mode With Four Presets to Reduce Memory Latency Without Needing AMD EXPO ULL AMD's new EXPO ULL (Ultra Low Latency) is the company's latest and enhanced EXPO memory profile that can optimize DDR5 memory timings for lower latency. This next level of optimization helps directly in memory-oriented workloads and in gaming, where applications can take advantage of tighter timings. The feature affects the sub-timings to minimize the latency on EXPO ULL memory modules, resulting in a performance boost […]

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This was the cleanest proof of hardware scams, as the customer found an entirely different object inside his GPU box. User Buys GIGABYTE RTX 5070 Ti From Wildberries; Unboxes at the Counter Only to Find a Two Liter Water Bottle Inside It must be a unique experience getting scammed right at the shop. GPU and CPU hardware scams aren't uncommon, but not every case is legit. While we can't always prove a case to be true or false, this one was one of the cleanest cases of GPU scam that happened in Russia. The account @oldValkyrie shares a short video […]

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We have one more Zen 5-based mini PC, but this time it's the Gorgon Point system, delivering high memory and storage capacity. GMKtec Launches EVO-X1 Pro Mini PC, Powered by Ryzen AI 9 HX 470; Will Feature OCulink Port for External GPUs Popular mini PC maker GMKtec is constantly expanding its catalog with newer mini PCs. The company has introduced its first-ever Gorgon Point mini PC called the EVO-X1 Pro mini PC, which uses the latest Zen 5 Refresh SoC for powerful computing performance. The EVO-X1 Pro utilizes the Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 CPU, which offers 12 cores and […]

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The situation is so bad that some retailers are now selling the GPUs in bundles or through PC builds. Cool PC Begins Selling NVIDIA RTX 5080 Only Through Bundles and Pre-Built Systems as GPU Availability Worsens Sometimes I wonder if the crypto-era was really the worst phase for the PC market in recent history, since the RAMpocalypse continues to prove me wrong. There was a time when most users were hardly able to secure a GPU whenever vendors and retailers refilled their inventories. It looks like we may be heading back toward a similar situation due to the intense volatility […]

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Acemagic has introduced its flagship mini PC, boasting a powerful Zen 5 SoC to deliver exceptional computing and gaming performance. Acemagic Launches F9A AI Mini PC With 16-Core Zen 5 Chip; Features Dual USB4 Connectivity, and OCulink Port Popular mini PC manufacturer Acemagic has unveiled its most powerful mini PC, called F9A, featuring the best available Zen 5 mobile chip. The company has a couple of powerful mini PCs in its arsenal, including the Strix Point-based systems for enthusiasts, but the F9A is the strongest device from the company yet. Apart from F9A, the company does have another mini PC […]

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The Steam Machine has received FSR 4.1 support through Proton Experimental, as Valve shares more updates. AMD FSR 4.1 Gets Introduced to Steam Machine; Valve Details Steam Machine Order Progress, and CAD File Availability AMD's latest upscaling technology has finally arrived on the Steam Machine. Valve has shared some updates on its newest gaming console on the official website, including the availability of FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution) 4.1 upscaling technology for supported games. In the quick Steam Machine updates, the company has stated that FSR 4.1 will now be available through Proton Experimental for supporting FSR games. FSR 4.1 remains […]

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One of the Nova Lake SKUs with a specific configuration will operate at up to 65W to unlock full performance. Nova Lake-S APU With 16 CPU Cores and 12 Xe3P GPU Cores Will Reportedly Operate at 65W to Deliver Full Graphics Performance The Intel Nova Lake family will be quite comprehensive when it comes to the configuration. The Nova Lake S desktop processors will particularly include a wide range of SKUs, featuring models with up to 52 cores. This will reportedly lead to a massive 474W of PL2 power on the flagship SKU, but one should expect the majority of […]

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The PC appears small but packs a punch, thanks to the powerful Ryzen-RTX 50 series combo that can crunch big numbers and play games effortlessly. GMKtec Launches NEO-X1/X1 Pro Desktop PC, Featuring up to Ryzen 9 9955HX3D and RTX 5070 Graphics at $2438 Chinese hardware and PC maker GMKtec has launched one of its most powerful compact gaming PCs for enthusiasts called NEO X1 and NEO X1 Pro. The series is based on AMD's Zen 5-based high-end mobile chips, but utilizes discrete NVIDIA RTX 50 series GPUs to aim for high frame rate gameplay. Both variants use the AMD Fire […]

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AMD has released its latest Adrenalin driver, adding support for the newest RDNA 4 GPU as well as two new games. AMD Releases Software: Adrenalin Edition 26.7.1, Bringing Support for Entry-Level RX 9050 GPU; Adds Gears of War: E-Day and Out of Control Evolution AMD has launched its latest version of the Adrenalin software, which brings support for newer hardware, games, and fixes several bugs. The Software, Adrenalin Edition 26.7.1, is now available to download from the official AMD website, bringing optimizations for AMD hardware. The most notable change in the release notes is the addition of the Radeon RX […]

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The hardware monitoring tool has added early support for the upcoming AMD and Intel CPU families. AIDA64 v8.35 Rolls Out With Support for AMD Zen 6 Processors, Including Mainstream CPUs/APUs, and Mustang Peak Threadripper Chips This isn't the first time we've seen AMD Zen 6 being mentioned in release notes, but it's surely a big update as it brings support for several upcoming CPU families from both AMD and Intel. AIDA64 remains a popular hardware monitoring utility that usually adds support for next-gen hardware early, similar to other monitoring software. The latest AIDA64 version 8.35 has been released, which adds […]

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The NVIDIA N1X is surely powerful enough for the Windows-on-Arm market, but the current prototype software prevents it from reaching its full potential. User Puts Microsoft's Unreleased NVIDIA N1X-Equipped Surface Laptop Ultra To Test; Discovers Chip Being Held Back by Unfinished Drivers The NVIDIA RTX Spark laptops will debut in the coming weeks, and if you were wondering about their performance numbers, here is an early sneak peek by a TechPowerUp user, who got his hands on an early prototype from Microsoft. The user "Fouquin" says he found the Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra with NVIDIA's RTX Spark N1X on the […]

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We may finally see the cheapest RDNA 4 GPU in the market soon, and it will be available in two memory configurations. ASRock Quietly Adds RX 9050 Challenger 4 GB and 8 GB GPUs to its Arsenal; 1024 Shaders, and Up To 2600 MHz The Radeon RX 9050 made its first appearance last year on a Mexican retailer, and that was one of its first impressions on the internet. While AMD's board partners have revealed the new GPU, AMD took some time to bring the official webpage for the GPU. However, we did see some reliable info on the GPU […]

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More high-end OLED displays have arrived, bringing superb image quality, high fluidity, and excellent specifications through the integration of fourth-gen WOLED panels. TCL Introduces OLED+ Pro Gaming Monitors, Offering Up To 4K@240Hz Mode Using 4th Gen WOLED Panels Popular Chinese display maker TCL has brought new gaming monitors to the high-end segment. The new series is called OLED+ Pro X3B, which brings two flagship models: 32-inchthe 32X3B and the 27-inch 27X3B gaming monitors. Both are equipped with the latest OLED+ technology to drastically improve image quality by addressing common OLED limitations. Both gaming monitors boast dual-mode configurations, allowing switching to […]

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NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 50 series has introduced various architectural improvements, but one change that caught the attention of hardware enthusiasts wasn't related to the gaming performance or AI capabilities. Instead, it was related to the temperature monitoring on the RTX 50 series graphics cards. Unlike previous-generation RTX GPUs, NVIDIA removed the GPU hotspot measurement from the GPUs, even though the sensor for these cards exists. This prevented monitoring software from displaying the hottest point on the GPU die, which has served enthusiasts, reviewers, and overclockers for years and helped them learn about GPU behavior. This has been discussed across various […]

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I love OLED displays, and I am not shy to say they are the future. It's hard not to recommend an OLED display, especially when they are now abundant in the market. While major monitor makers are prioritizing high refresh rates, the latest OLED technologies, better HDR performance, and higher resolutions on conventional OLED monitors, Uperfect is trying to build the perfect catalog featuring only portable displays. I have been testing Uperfect monitors for a while now, and almost every display has impressed me. I particularly loved the UColor O2 16-inch OLED display, which is one of the brightest OLED […]

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The company has come a long way since its acquisition of ATI Technologies in 2006. This transformed it from a CPU maker to a full-fledged computing giant. Twenty Years Later, the ATI Acquisition Remains AMD's Most Important Milestone, Which Helped in Driving Innovation from Radeon Graphics to AI Accelerators On July 24, 2006, AMD announced one of the biggest acquisitions in semiconductor history by acquiring ATI Technologies in a deal worth approximately $5.4 billion. At that time, it was seen as a big gamble that would put AMD directly against giants like Intel and NVIDIA. Exactly two decades later, it […]

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The GPU prices have started climbing upwards as NVIDIA announces higher price for memory kits. GIGABYTE RTX 5060 Sees a Sudden $75 Price Hike in China, and More GPUs Will Likely Get Affected Similarly Very recently, it was reported that NVIDIA has notified its board partners about a price hike for its memory kits. It appears that the change has already started to affect GPU prices. The RTX 50 series currently sits at a 20-30% higher price than the pre-RAMpocalypse period, with higher-end GPUs selling for much higher than their usual prices. Prices for budget RTX 50 series cards still […]

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It can be pretty hard to get a successful repair or replacement for PC hardware these days, as vendors can reject RMA claims on silly reasons. GIGABYTE Sends Back Defective RTX 4090 Under Warranty, Denying RMA Request Citing User-Induced Damage; User Shows Pics Claiming No Such Damage This isn't the first or the last time we are seeing a vendor denying warranty claims. However, it's important to understand where this is heading. It's well-known that vendors don't usually cover user-induced damage to hardware under warranty. Therefore, it's fair when a vendor rejects warranty claims if there is physical damage to […]

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ASRock has expanded its OLED monitor lineup by launching another OLED gaming monitor in the mid-range segment. ASRock Launches Phantom Gaming PGO27QSA Monitor, Featuring QD-OLED Display With 2K@240Hz Mode and 0.03 ms Response Time Popular hardware maker ASRock doesn't have many OLED monitors in its monitor lineup, but it has just started to add more models recently. It only has like three OLED displays, which are aimed at the mid-range segment, and has added one more to the arsenal in the same tier. However, the monitor will be available in two variants, featuring different color schemes (black and white). It's […]

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