Pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto 6 are finally going live ahead of the game's November launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. There has been much debate around the potential cost of the game, with some estimates going as high as $120. GTA 6 will be more expensive than a typical AAA game, but not by much. 

Grand Theft Auto 6 will officially be priced at $79.99, making it the first game to go even further beyond the $70 price point set by Sony and other publishers at the start of the current console generation. The Ultimate Edition for GTA 6 is only $20 more, a move likely done intentionally to convince more people to buy the edition with extra content. Chances are, the Ultimate Edition will sell very well even at this price tag.

Rockstar has also so far only focused on the single-player experience in all of its marketing. This might indicate that GTA Online won't be available at launch, and Rockstar may even go as far as giving it its own price tag as a standalone purchase and not including it with the single-player game at all. That's all just speculation for now, but there are big financial pressures on GTA 6 to deliver, and selling GTA Online as an extra purchase would help them meet those goals pretty quickly.

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Valve has published a lengthy blog post offering new context behind yesterday’s Steam Machine price announcement. As it turns out, the company’s component situation has been far more difficult than expected, forcing both higher pricing and lower launch‑day stock.

According to Valve, the Steam Machine is built from components sourced globally, and the company believed it had a solid understanding of how those costs would trend when development began in 2023. “That understanding was born from the many years of data we all have about the evolution of PC hardware prices – primarily, that it tends to get cheaper over time as new technology arrives,” Valve writes. “Over the past year or so, that has changed quickly and significantly, most visibly for RAM and storage components.” With prices rising instead of falling, Valve says its “original goal for the price of Steam Machine is no longer viable”, adding that the final pricing reflects what it paid to secure components over the past six months.

Availability has also been hit hard. Valve explains that there were periods where it “couldn’t source some of our components at all, at any price”, directly limiting the number of units it could produce for launch.

A launch‑day Steam Machine analysis from Gamers Nexus estimates that the equivalent component cost for a DIY PC closely matching the system's specs would be around $979 with a 512GB SSD, just $71 under the $1050 cost of a base Steam Machine. However, the premium is much more evident for a 2TB system, where an equivalent DIY PC would cost you $1,139 while the Steam Machine 2TB is $1,350, a $211 difference.

If you would rather go DIY at this point, then Valve is also offering SteamOS 3.8 for free, so you can build your own Steam Machine with whatever components you can get. However, you will need an AMD CPU and GPU, as SteamOS does not yet have support for other other hardware platforms. Valve says it is “working on expanding” its hardware support in the future. The company is also currently working with AMD to bring improved FSR 4 upscaling features to Steam Machine.

KitGuru Says: Are you still thinking of getting a Steam Machine? It still looks like the base model is worth it based on current component prices, and you could always be on the lookout for a cheap SSD upgrade in the future.

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In recent weeks we’ve seen an increasing amount of talk surrounding PlayStation’s multi-platform plans and their decision to move away from porting their single-player first-party games to PC. While Sony has yet to share a definitive statement on the matter, notable insiders have revealed the primary reasons for this shift in strategy.

Recently we reported on comments from PlayStation CEO Hideaki Nishino who offered a diplomatic statement on the company's position with regards to multi-platform releases, stating:

“Our current main policy is that, for single-player games developed in-house, we will further refine the value of the gaming experience that PlayStation can offer. At the same time, we believe it is important for live-service games to reach a wider audience through online multiplayer, so we continue to view releases on both PS5 and PC as the standard.”

While not directly stated, this seemed to suggest that the rumours are indeed true. In response to these latest comments, trusted industry insider Jason Schreier offered more or a direct explanation on the matter, taking to ResetEra to write: “I guess they're not going to lay this out publicly, but there's no ambiguity in their strategy.”

Schreier continued, “During a townhall a few weeks ago, Hermen Hulst told staff that their single-player narrative games will be PlayStation only, and he explained that they were inconsistent with their PC releases, they didn't make enough money, and they want to keep their IP aligned to their own platform. Confirmed this with two people who heard him say it. There's no ‘case by case’ here.”

While we are unlikely to ever hear a definitive position from Sony themselves, Schreier’s statement does give clarity on the matter. PlayStation are quite selective when it comes to sharing sales numbers, but based on various data points it sounds about right.

Regardless of the reason, it seems like we have now gotten a pretty conclusive answer on the matter – even if it’s not from the horse’s mouth.

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For a few years, Sony had been porting over many of its single-player PlayStation 5 games to PC at an increasing rate. This seemed to stop rather suddenly, with the most recent addition being The Last of Us Part II back in early 2025. With rumours claiming that Sony has reversed-course on bringing more single-player titles to PC, PlayStation’s CEO has now officially commented on the matter.

Taking part in an interview with the Japanese publication Famitsu, Sony Interactive Entertainment President and CEO ‘Hideaki Nishino’ spoke on a number of topics. When asked about “reports suggesting that [Sony] might reconsider bringing PS5 titles to PC” Nishino had this to say (as translated):

“Our current main policy is that, for single-player games developed in-house, we will further refine the value of the gaming experience that PlayStation can offer. At the same time, we believe it is important for live-service games to reach a wider audience through online multiplayer, so we continue to view releases on both PS5 and PC as the standard.”

While not a 100% clear answer, Nishino did seem to acknowledge this shift in strategy – even if the phrase “further refine the value of the gaming experience that PlayStation can offer” leaves plenty of wiggle room for interpretation.

Either way, the CEO certainly isn’t refuting the rumours, and so it seems like the strategy may have indeed changed; at least for now.

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Following on from the announcement that the Xbox Series X/S and PS5 upgrade for GTA V will now be free, Rockstar has also announced that pre-orders for the next game, Grand Theft Auto 6, are finally opening up. 

Starting on June 25th 2026, you will be able to pre-order Grand Theft Auto 6 on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. The announcement came alongside the reveal of the new box art for the game, which you can see below:

Right now, there is no price tag announced. Some anticipate that Grand Theft Auto 6 will end up being the first AAA game to cost more than $70 at launch. Some estimates go as far as a $100 price tag but we won't know for sure until the store listings go live next week.

Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to release on November 19th this year for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. No version of the game has been announced for the Nintendo Switch 2, but a PC version of the game is expected to arrive a year or so after launch.

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SanDisk has introduced its new Optimus GX PRO 850P NVMe SSDs for Sony PS5 consoles, offering up to 8 TB capacities, but they come at a massive price tag. Paying For SanDisk's New 8 TB SSD Feels Like Buying Three Sony PS5 Pro Consoles Today, SanDisk introduced its new SSD lineup, which is officially licensed for the Sony PS5 series consoles. These are the Optimus GX PRO 850P NVMe SSDs, and come in up to 8 TB capacities. These SSDs are PCIe Gen 4.0 compliant and feature up to 7200 MB/s Read and 6600 MB/s Write speeds with 1.2 Million […]

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For our very last Computex video of the month, Leo takes a closer look at the new range of upcoming RTX Spark ‘superchip' laptops. 

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RTX Spark is Nvidia’s new ARM‑based Windows PC platform that fuses a 20‑core Grace CPU, a Blackwell RTX GPU, and up to 128GB of unified memory into a single superchip for AI, creation and gaming workloads. OEMs across the industry are already preparing new laptop and mini PC designs around the RTX Spark chip, with availability expected later this year. Check out the full video above for Leo's thoughts on the new tech.

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After hosting what many fans agreed was a solid Xbox Games Showcase earlier this month, Microsoft / Xbox have since found themselves surrounded by seemingly nothing but bad news. Alongside concerns of rising component costs, mixed messaging regarding console exclusives and more, insiders are now claiming that multiple Xbox studios could be on their way to being shut down soon including Arkane and Compulsion Games.

Following their recent summer games showcase, Microsoft have been talking quite a bit on the future of Xbox, referring to the next 100 days being a “reset” for the console maker while speaking candidly on some of the issues which the platform is facing.

In amongst all of this, multiple insiders have indicated that these changes could include a number of studio closures, with Mike Straw of Insider-Gaming claiming that both Arkane and Compulsion Games are “scared” and showing “real concern” that their studios could be shut down as part of these plans.

With regards to the latter, Kotaku’s Rebekah Valentine reported that Compulsion Games are indeed on the chopping block – although leadership at the studio is currently “in ‘negotiations’ with Microsoft over the studio’s fate”. Compulsion Games is of course known for their work on We Happy Few as well as the more recent South of Midnight.

While Arkane Austin was shut down back in 2024, their main studio – Lyon – has continued to operate and are supposedly currently working on the much-anticipated ‘Marvel’s Blade’. For context, Arkane Lyon is/was the more tenured of the two halves, being responsible for the likes of Dishonored 2; Deathloop and, as mentioned, the upcoming Blade.

Whether these studio closures will come to be or not, we will have to wait and see. That said, there is no denying that Microsoft / Xbox is planning a ton of changes over the coming months.

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At Computex earlier this month, we visited Adata XPG to get a look at their new consumer-oriented products, including new CPU coolers, PC cases, gaming monitors and more. 

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Timestamps:
00:00 XPG chassis
01:44 PSU units
03:45 New XPG coolers
04:45 System-wide fan control
05:47 Aperture monitors
06:23 Peripherals

Adata's gaming focused brand XPG had a lot to show for the consumer market over the next few months.

At the top of our list is the new XPG Invader X 2 and Valor Air 2 PC cases. The Invader is a compact case with a wrap-around glass window so you can see your build from multiple angles. While most cases like this don't offer a hinge, the Invader X 2 actually does, so you can easily swing the window off to make adjustments inside the case. The Valor Air 2 has a similar layout, trading in some of the glass for extra mesh intakes and fan slots at the front.

There are multiple XPG power supply ranges hitting the market. The Core Reactor 3 series offers 80Plus Gold efficiency and modular cables. This is the same power supply you'll also find inside of Razer's external GPU products.

On the peripheral front we have the XPG Seeker and XPG Slingshot. The Seeker is a wireless keyboard, offering membrane low-profile keys, but with 34 hours of wireless battery life with a minimal six-minute charging time. The Slingshot is XPG's lightweight wireless gaming mouse, coming in at 55g, with up to 4000DPI on the sensor, 42 hours of battery life on a single charge.

For cooling, the XPG Maestro Infinity 62DA could be a good option for anyone who wants to go with an air cooler over an AIO. It offers a dual tower heatsink to target high-TDP processors, with ARGB lighting on the fans and around the infinity mirror on the top cover. If you'd rather have an integrated display covering the heatsink, then the Maestro View 62DA is for you.

Finally, XPG is also releasing gaming monitors now. At the Computex stand we saw the Aperture A27F4, which uses a Fast IPS HD panel with up to 240Hz refresh rate. The Aperture A27Q1 is a step above, offering a QHD Fast IPS panel instead.

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In our latest Computex 2026 video, Leo checks out all the latest from Lian Li, including the new Lancool 207 XL, the new 011D EVO RGB V2, as well as new coolers and the latest updates to the Uni Fan range.

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Timestamps:
00:00 O11D Evo RGB V2
01:59 LanCool 4
03:13 UX100
04:10 Hydroshift II OLED Curved 360
04:55 Edge Platinum V2
05:40 Edge Hub V2
05:57 SX 1000G
06:22 V2000
06:40 Lancool 207XL
08:12 Fans
08:51 B4-MATX

The 011D EVO RGB V2 changes things up with a removable glass panel that separates your AIO CPU cooler from the rest of the build, effectively creating a third chamber, with its own airflow path that doesn't interfere with the cooling for the rest of your system. The glass panel is removable, so you can have a full glass front with no mesh and have a more conventional layout inside of the case if you prefer. This case is expected hit the market soon at around $170.

The UX100 is a new mid-tower adopting the newly emerging ‘floating' design, where the main chamber has a little cut out that separates it from the basement compartment for additional airflow channels to the main section of the case. The basement compartment is where your power supply lives, separated from all of your main components. The main section also has a wrap-around glass front panel, so there is no pillar obstructing the view of your build. The example builds we saw on display looked very nice, so this is definitely one to watch if you have lots of RGB.

On the Lancool front, Lian Li has a new Lancool 207 XL version hitting the market. This one incorporates a pair of newly designed bottom-mounted cross-flow fans, which direct cool air directly towards the PCIe slots. It is targeting a pretty good price point too at $110.

The new Lian Li HydroShift 2 OLED AIO coolers were announced a few weeks ahead of Computex, but we were able to get a much closer look at it here at Computex. It looked great in many different builds, particularly with custom animations made to take advantage of the curved panel.

On top of all that, Lian Li has the new Uni Fan Flex series, including LCD variants that use a 1.8‑inch 400×400 display at the centre of the fan. These looked great when we saw them last year, and that continues to be the case with the latest versions.

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At Computex last week, we caught up with Enermax to see their fresh line-up of cooling hardware, including their first pumpless AIO, along with new PC and workstation cases and power supplies.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Pump Free AIO cooler
01:24 Power Supplies
02:04 Enclave Chassis
02:31 PFii 120 Fans
02:52 Mariner Series of AIO
03:36 SuperX Digital Power partnership

We saw one other pumpless AIO unit at Computex this week over in the Noctua booth. Enermax is doing something similar with the PFA (Pump Free AIO) prototype. With this cooler, you get a two-phase, vapor chamber cooling design, where vapor is channeled up to the radiator to condense, before liquid travels back down another channel towards the CPU block. The idea here would be to eliminate noise, as well as eliminate potential long-term failure issues with mechanical parts like a pump. This tech isn't ready to hit the market just yet, but it will be interesting to see further developments.

For high-power workstations, the Mariner WST‑360E and WST‑360P coolers offer full‑coverage for HEDT processors, targeting up to 650W TDP and 800W TDP respectively. Enermax is also expanding its fan portfolio with the PF‑II 120, a 28mm‑thick aluminium‑frame model using LCP blades and a three‑phase motor for high‑speed stability.

The MaxTytan II 1650W ATX 3.1 PSU refreshes Enermax’s flagship line with Titanium‑grade efficiency, dual native 12V‑2×6 connectors and support for 235% power excursions, all backed by a 13‑year warranty.

On the chassis side, we have the new Enclave ATX and K9M Micro‑ATX cases. Both are built around panoramic tempered‑glass layouts that emphasise hardware visibility and modern cable‑management expectations. The Enclave ATX is the larger model, supporting up to three 360mm radiators simultaneously and shipping with seven pre‑installed ARGB PWM fans and an integrated lighting controller. The K9M is a more compact option for those building a Micro-ATX system.

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At Computex this week, we caught up with Sudokoo to check out their new LCP-based Mach fans, new CPU coolers, new cases and more.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:33 New Mach fans
01:51 CPU vapour chamber cooling
03:36 New Sudokoo cases!
05:20 The AIO range

At the top of the list, we have Sudokoo's first white LCP-based performance fans, the MACH 120 / 140 WH. The Mach fans are built with a focus on delivering strong heatsink and radiator performance, making them ideal for CPU coolers. Sudokoo uses them throughout its cooling line-up, as you'll see from the other products we look at today.

For CPU air cooling, Sudokoo has the SK700V VC MACH, which is a new version of the SK700 with a vapor chamber base, cooled by a 30mm-thick MACH120 fan. There is also the MACH820 cooler, which also sports a vapor chamber design, but with an even thicker and larger 140mm fan. For AIOs, Sudokoo has the Energlo series, which sport thick CPU blocks with integrated displays on the front to show CPU temperatures, fan speeds and more, all while keeping prices at reasonable levels – a 360mm unit costs less than $100.

Sudokoo also has a new line of PC cases that we are looking forward to seeing. There are four new designs, the Lumen, Solar, Starlight and Aurora. The Lumen has a semi-covered perforated front panel for maximum airflow without the usual mesh aesthetic. The Solar swaps out the fully perforated front panel for mesh grills specifically over the two intake fans. The Aurora is Sudokoo's compact Micro-ATX option, and the Starlight is very similar to the Lumen but the IO has moved from the front to the side to make way for a cool ‘starlight' effect on the front panel.

KitGuru Says: What did you think of Sudokoo's Computex showing this year? 

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At Computex this year, Dell is brought through a new range of XPS laptops, alongside a line-up of new Alienware gaming monitors, targeting even lower price points by starting at just $299.

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Timestamps:
00:00 New AW3926QW ultrawide OLED
00:50 Alienware 15 laptop
01:35 AW3426DW QD-OLED
02:11 XPS 13 – MacBook Neo competitor

Alienware marks its 30th anniversary with four new displays, led by the AW3926QW, the world’s first 39‑inch 5K OLED gaming monitor with an RGB‑stripe tandem panel. The design pushes OLED brightness to 1300 nits while maintaining deep blacks and sharp text, and a dual‑mode feature lets users switch between 5K at 165Hz or 1080p at 330Hz. Connectivity includes DisplayPort 2.1, HDMI 2.1 with eARC and USB‑C with 90W charging, with availability scheduled for later this year.

Alienware is also updating its 34‑inch QD‑OLED ultrawide. The AW3426DW introduces a brighter penta‑tandem panel, a new anti‑reflective coating and a higher 280Hz refresh rate, improving clarity and HDR performance. For more accessible price points, the AW3426DWM and AW3226DM offer QHD/240Hz gaming, starting at just $299.

Alongside Alienware, Dell is rolling out the 2026 XPS lineup, headlined by the redesigned XPS 13, XPS 14 and XPS 16. All three models continue the brand’s focus on premium CNC‑milled aluminium construction, minimalist design and long battery life. The XPS 13 is the thinnest and lightest XPS yet at 12.7mm and 2.2lbs, targeting up to 17 hours of battery life while streaming video. The XPS 14 and XPS 16 scale have the same design and build, but with larger displays and batteries, enabling up to 31 hours of battery life on Intel Core Ultra 3 models. Other specs include up to 32GB LPDDR5x RAM, Arc integrated graphics, as well as PCIe 4 SSDs.

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At Computex 2026, G.Skill showcased its new Ultra Low Latency DDR5 memory for AMD PCs, alongside its first actively cooled memory, and new ultra high-speed kits that push speeds beyond 10,000MT/s. 

Timestamps:
00:00 Active cooling
00:58 Trident Z5 NEOX RGB
01:53 Memory platforms
03:23 MSI MEG X870E on 8000 UDIMM’s
03:39 Workstation systems
04:42 DDR5 10000 512GB RDIMMs
05:00 Modded Systems

At Computex this year, G.Skill held its 12th Annual OC World Cup, putting the 12 best overclockers to the test in a series of competitive challenges. While German overclocker CENS won the grand prize last year, there was a new OC world champion for 2026 – bl4ckdot.

Moving on to new products at G.Skill's Computex booth, first we have the new active coolers for DDR5 memory, developed by Cooler Master to help reign in temperatures on newer, ultra-high-speed memory kits. G.Skill is also amongst the first memory companies to support AMD's new EXPO Low Latency tuning profile, with new Trident Z5 NeoX kits making use of it, bringing latency for DDR5-6000 down to CL26.

G.Skill wanted to shine a light on its new DDR5-9200 32GB CU-DIMM kit, delivering high speeds at just 1.1V. That's not all though, as G.Skill also has kits that break the DDR5-10000 barrier, including a 512GB R-DIMM kit for Intel Xeon systems, and a more traditional 48GB DDR5 kit running at 10933MT/s.

As with many other companies, enterprise is a bigger point of focus this year. For those customers, G.SKILL is demonstrating setups with DDR5‑8000 256GB (128GBx2) 4R CU‑DIMM, DDR5‑6400 256GB (64GBx4) ECC CU‑DIMM, and a DDR5‑8800 768GB (96GBx8) R‑DIMM setup for workstations and AI systems.

KitGuru Says: What did you make of G.Skill's Computex showing this year?

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The number of optimizations that Apple has introduced in macOS 27 Golden Gate has also trickled down to iOS 27, the company’s latest iPhone update that comes with a ton of features, including performance tweaks to make your device operate much snappier than before. Here are all the details. New CPU scheduler aims to open up apps 30 percent faster, with other major performance improvements inbound Just like macOS 27, iOS 27 will have a Liquid Glass slider, enabling you to adjust the intensity of the “glass” effect, but what really surprised us is the performance improvements that Apple has claimed […]

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As expected, Apple has retained its Liquid Glass UI with the introduction of macOS 27 Golden Gate, the newest update to the company’s desktop operating system, and there are a ton of changes incorporated. Most importantly, the technology firm has brought in a bevy of performance improvements, which is exactly what an update should bring. Liquid Glass on macOS 27 now includes a slider to increase or decrease the opacity of the UI, with other changes added Over the past year, one of the biggest criticisms faced by Apple was how its Liquid Glass UI felt, and in macOS 27 […]

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Following on from our factory visit, Leo now takes an in-depth look at all of the new products they have brought to Computex, from a new AK700VC vapor chamber cooler and next-gen Assassin, to new workstation-grade hardware and more.

Watch via YouTube below:

Timestamps:
00:00 Assassin 5 Vision
01:04 AK700 VC and low profile cooler
02:23 Station X 620
02:37 CL600 Case
03:50 CH170 Plus
04:10 DeepCool Software
04:24 Silentnox Pro 360
05:03 CH690 LCD Case
05:22 LT360 Vision ARGB
06:02 More Fans
06:50 Prototype PC
07:27 Power Supplies
08:26 Suspended fans

At Computex this year, DeepCool arrived armed with its new Assassin 5 Vision CPU cooler, utilising a new 2.0 Vapor Chamber design to improve heat transfer. As the Vision in the name implies, there is an LCD screen that sits on top of the cooler, giving you quick access to stats like CPU temperature and fan speed at a glance. DeepCool also has the AN600 VC for more compact systems, and the AK700 VC in black and white colour options.

For the workstation crowd, DeepCool is launching the Station X 620, a new air cooler built specifically for extremely high core-count CPUs, capable of handling up to a 520W TDP.

DeepCool also has its new SILENTNOX PRO 360 AIO, the very first from the company to feature a curved display on the pump block, with an even higher 2K resolution for better visuals.

DeepCool’s latest fans employ new dynamic balancing standards to reduce vibrations and resonance, further improving acoustic performance.

On the chassis front, DeepCool has the new CH690, designed for modern builds with a panoramic view of the internal components, alongside four pre-installed ARGB fans and an integrated display. There is also the CH170 Plus UES launching this year – an upgraded version of the compact chassis with new quick-release side panels for easier access to the internals for upgrades or maintenance.

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Our Computex 2026 coverage continues with Montech. At the show, we saw brand-new PC cases as well as one of the most unusual products of the entire show – a scented PC.

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Timestamps:
00:00 King 95 3D
01:45 F738 Pro + Vision
03:18 The TEN
04:36 TG3
05:21 Link fans + Lumi software
06:39 CyberFlow AIOs
07:26 Prototype products
08:40 PSUs

Starting off with the Montech King 95 3D, this case is hitting the market at $120, but without pre-installed fans, so the fully decked-out version you see in the video isn't quite what you'll see in the box if you buy one.

The King 95 3D ships with a hidden PCU compartment behind the motherboard tray, so you'll be able to do very short cable runs from the PSU to your hardware, particularly if you use a BTF motherboard.

The F738 adopts a floating design, which we've seen across a few different case makers at Computex this year. Essentially there are two chambers, with the main tower housing your motherboard, GPU and fans floating above the base unit where your PSU and cables all sit.

The F738 ships in two versions, an airflow-focused ‘Pro' version with a louvre style front panel where you can adjust the angle of the slats to change airflow direction, as well as a ‘Vision' version, which uses a glass panel at the front instead for really showing off your build.

The Montech TEN is a new SFF case, built for the company's 10th Anniversary. It comes in pretty cheap, starting at around $70 for the standard version, with enough room for a high-end GPU and AIO liquid cooling. There is also an Aura version with ARGB lighting, and a Wood version with small wooden accents on the top and front of the case.

The wood one is particularly noteworthy for one other reason – it has a magnetic piece that attaches to the roof of the case. The idea is that you would drip essential oils on this piece of wood, pop it in place, and then the heat from your PC would generate whatever aroma you want. It is a novel concept, one we've not seen before, so we'll see if it takes off.

Finally, we also have the TG3 case, hitting the market at just $60, complete with glass panels at the front and side, and a smaller PSU shroud, giving you lots of room at the front for accessories or extra cooling hardware. If you want the aesthetic of a more expensive case without breaking the bank, this looks like one to go for. We'll be getting one in for review soon, so stay tuned for that.

For cooling fans, Montech has the new Link Fan INF 120. These are daisy-chained fans, allowing you to create blocks of three unified fans for streamlined installation and cable management. They are available in normal and reverse airflow versions. Your fans can then be controlled via the accompanying Montech Lumi software, which is currently in beta, but will give you readings for fan speed, PWM control, the ability to sync settings across fans, and of course, control for ARGB lighting too.

On the AIO side, we have the CyberFlow Core, available in 240mm and 360mm versions, in both black or white colour options. We have heard that these will be hitting the market at under $100, making them a pretty good deal compared to many other new AIOs hitting the market this year.

Montech also had a wall of prototypes that may or may not make it to market. The wall includes things like ARGB-lit power supply extension cables, new AIO designs with even bigger displays, a ‘SyncBar', which is a mini display to give users a look at key system stats at a glance. As noted earlier though, these are prototypes and may not go into consumer production.

Our final stop of the booth is power supplies. We're already quite familiar with the Century II line-up, which offers 80Plus Gold efficiency, but Montech is now also introducing the Century 2 PLA – a new set of Platinum-rated units for even greater efficiency.

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In our latest Computex video, we check out a huge range of new hardware coming from Cougar, from new gaming sit/stand desk options, to new AIOs, cases and peripherals.

Watch via YouTube below:

Cougar's chassis range expands with the NU 700 full‑tower and NU 500 mid‑tower, both supporting E‑ATX, SSI‑EEB and CEB motherboards alongside dual‑GPU layouts. The NU 700 accommodates two PSUs and up to dual 360mm or a single 420mm radiator, while the NU 500 supports a front‑mounted 360mm unit. As you may expect, both of these are positioned towards the workstation market, rather than for gamers.

Cougar is also introducing the Duoair series, which shifts the PSU to the front to create a vertical intake path for airflow. The CFV220 goes in a different direction, adding a Central Flow Vent chamber, triple‑glass side panels and compatibility with reverse‑connector motherboards, making it ideal for a showcase gaming build.

In cooling, Cougar unveiled the LQX Pro 360 and LQX Elite 360 AIOs, both using VRX PWM fans. The Pro model integrates a 3.95‑inch 720×720 IPS display and a VRM fan, while the Elite version replaces the screen with a frosted ARGB panel. Air‑cooling options include the FRZ 612 dual‑tower and FRZ 412 ARGB single‑tower coolers, each with a digital temperature display, plus the display‑free FRZ 412 Elite ARGB.

Cougar’s PSU lineup now scales up to 3200W with the WS 3200, 2400, 2000 and 1600 models, all ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 compliant with up to four 12V‑2×6 connectors. The Polar V2 series introduces a compact 150mm frame, while the PV series offers 80 Plus Platinum efficiency.

The furniture range includes the Arker chair with a steel frame and extendable footrest, the Speeder Elite mesh chair with full ergonomic adjustments, and the suede‑style Fusion EX. Cougar is also showing the E‑Ares 160 sit‑stand desk and the fixed‑height Ares 160, both using a carbon‑fibre laminate surface.

Finally for peripherals, Cougar has the new 58g Revenger Pro 8K mouse with a 30,000 DPI Pixart sensor and the Phaze 8K wired 98% keyboard, which features an 8K polling rate, 4K scan rate and magnetic switches.

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