Alienware has introduced two new options within its QD-OLED Gaming lineup, the 32" AW3226K and the 25" AW2527HX monitors. Alienware Finally Brings RGB Stripe Tandem OLED Technology To Its 32"-Class Monitors The first monitor to talk about is the AW3226K, which is a 32" gaming monitor with a maximum resolution of 4K. This monitor is based on the latest RGB Stripe Tandem OLED panel technology, enabling deeper blacks, faster response times, improved brightness, enhanced color purity, and sharper text. We have tested the V-Stripe OLED panels and found them to be stunning, so these coming to 32" designs is going […]

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This Redditor reportedly got his laptop back from Acer with the stock liquid metal swapped with a thermal paste. User Sends Acer Laptop for RMA Due to Overheating Issues; Company Reportedly Sends it Back by Swapping Liquid Metal With Arctic MX-4, Forcing the CPU to Run at Nearly 100°C It's not uncommon to see negligence from vendors when it comes to RMA, and this is exactly what the Reddit user u/Budget_Tomatillo4209 experienced when sending his laptop to Acer for RMA. The user reports he was facing overheating issues with his laptop's CPU. Since the laptop was under warranty, he sent […]

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Like its desktop counterpart, Intel’s Core i9-14900HX is no stranger to overheating and throttling, with an Acer Predator Helios gaming laptop owner finding out the hard way when running YouTube videos caused insane temperature spikes. A visit to the service center presented a rare opportunity to upgrade to a newer model with an RTX 5070 Ti with faster dual-channel DDR5 RAM running at 6,400MT/s. However, while the paper specifications suggest the owner is getting an upgrade, he has noticed some trade-offs in the newer configuration. RTX 5070 Ti-powered Predator Helios gaming laptop compromises on the build quality, but offers a vibrant OLED screen […]

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Since DDR5 is expensive, vendors are now going back to DDR4 to make their gaming laptops more affordable. MSI Launches KATANA 15 HX C14W Gaming Laptop; Features DDR4 Memory Coupled With Core i9 14900HX and RTX 5070 Mobile GPU Computers are evolving backwards, and there is a big reason for vendors to opt for older hardware nowadays. We all know the current state of the memory market, but that comes with the additional cost of the newer DDR5 platform, which makes the overall system cost unaffordable. Due to this, vendors have started focusing more on the DDR4 platform, which remains […]

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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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Vendors now seem to be prioritizing DDR4 platforms, which is obvious since DDR5-based systems have become unaffordable. Minisforum Launches Elite Mini NAB9S, Featuring Intel Core i9 13900HX, SO-DIMM DDR4 Memory, and Support for SATA Driver at $399 for Barebones Despite being nearly 12 years old, DDR4 isn't going anywhere. It took a lot of time for the market to transition from DDR4 to DDR5 properly, but right when DDR5 became the norm, the RAMpocalypse hit the market like a truck. Since DDR5 memories have become 4-5X more expensive than July 2025 levels, it's understandable that vendors might be struggling with […]

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Intel's upcoming Refresh of the Raptor Lake will include a new family of HX SKUs, including 6+8, 8+12, and 8+16 variants. Raptor Lake Next HX Mobile Chips to Bring 14-24 Core Configuration; However, Intel is Expected to Remove the vPro Support Intel isn't just launching the Nova Lake before 2026 ends, but is also reportedly preparing for another launch, as we reportedly a few days ago. To fulfill the demands of the mainstream market, Intel is set to release Raptor Lake NEXT, which is expected to arrive in the early part of 2027 and should exist alongside the Nova Lake […]

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The newest Arrow Lake-HX chip was just benchmarked in PassMark, revealing the true prowess of chip. Intel Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus PassMark Numbers Render Core Ultra 9 275HX Useless Despite Having Fewer Cores and Threads While the Intel Arrow Lake Refresh desktop CPUs have already arrived in the mainstream market, the laptop variants are yet to be seen in wider availability in notebooks. Similar to the desktop platform, Intel also launched two chips in the Core Ultra 200HX Plus series, namely Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus. These chips offer a similar upgrade to […]

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The newer Arrow Lake processor doesn't trail behind CPUs with more cores, and surprisingly delivers results that are on par with them. Intel Core Ultra 7 251HX Delivers Slightly Higher Single and Multi-Core Performance Than Ultra 7 255HX and Ultra 7 265HX in PassMark The Intel Core Ultra 7 251HX is one of the latest additions to the Arrow Lake-HX family, if you remember our recent posts on the processor. Previously, it was spotted in a Cinebench R23 benchmark, where it was delivering superior results at sub-100W TDPs. The processor launched nearly two months ago and sits between the Core […]

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Unlike the existing TUF gaming desktops, ASUS went with a much larger chassis to accommodate bigger components. ASUS Launches TUF Gaming 7X Desktop, Powered by Core Ultra 275HX-RTX 5060 Ti Combo; Delivers Liquid Cooling for the CPU Popular hardware maker ASUS has launched its latest gaming desktop called TUF Gaming 7X in China, featuring a newer configuration and a much larger chassis than the existing TUF Gaming desktops. Usually, TUF Gaming desktops utilize a compact 15-liter chassis to ensure a smaller footprint without sacrificing performance, but this time, ASUS went with a much larger chassis to ensure easier upgradeability. As […]

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The newest Core Ultra Series 2 chip offers superior raw performance at lower power consumption vs Raptor Lake Refresh's flagship chip. Core Ultra 7 251X Beats Core i9 14900HX At 50W and 70W TDP, But Shows Regressions When Compared to Core Ultra 7 255HX The Arrow Lake-HX lineup was expanded a month ago with the introduction of the Core Ultra 7 251HX. The processor sits between the Core Ultra 5 245HX and the Core Ultra 7 255HX, offering an 18-core configuration as a result of a 6+12 core arrangement. With two fewer Performance cores than the Ultra 7 255HX, one […]

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ASUS's ROG NUC 16 Mini PC combines a powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX CPU with up to NVIDIA's RTX 5080 in a 3-Liter chassis. ASUS Continues To Expand Its ROG NUC Lineup: NUC 16 Features Packs High-End Intel CPU & NVIDIA GPU In A Compact Chassis Ever since ASUS took charge of the Intel NUC division, the company has been rolling out some impressive compact solutions, whether they be in its standard NUC or enthusiast-grade ROG NUC offerings. Today, ASUS has launched its fastest-ever ROG NUC Mini PC, the NUC 16, which features some mighty specifications and a brand […]

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Nacon has officially announced the launch of the RIG R8 Pro series, a high-performance dual-wireless gaming headset. The series consists of the R8 Pro HS (PlayStation) and HX (Xbox) and represents a significant technical evolution of the 800 Pro, introducing advanced materials and connectivity options designed for the competitive landscape. 

The R8 Pro series (HX and HS) uses custom-built 40mm graphene drivers, creating a lighter, more rigid driver structure that virtually eliminates distortion and maintains total harmonic distortion under 0.5%. This choice allows the headset to deliver a frequency response of 20Hz to 40kHz, tuned to highlight mid-range audio cues like footsteps and reload sounds in competitive shooters. Furthermore, the Pro HS headset is optimised for PlayStation's 3D Audio.

Connectivity has been modernised with a dual-wireless system that enables simultaneous audio mixing. Users can connect to their console via a low-latency 2.4 GHz USB-C adapter while maintaining a Bluetooth 5.2 connection to a mobile device. This allows gamers to take calls or hear notifications without interrupting their game audio. For multi-platform users, the headset supports a new multi-system switching feature that pairs up to 4 separate USB-C transmitters, enabling seamless transitions between a PC, PS5, or multiple consoles with the press of a button.

The R8 Pro series is built for endurance, boasting a battery life exceeding 60 hours on a single charge. When not in use, the headsets can rest in a dedicated base station that handles charging and features fully configurable RGB lighting with over 100 possible colour combinations. Moreover, the proprietary RIG Snap+Lock mod system uses magnetic connections for user-swappable earcup plates and ear cushions. Also, the headsets are further supported by the RIG Navigator mobile app, giving players control over EQ settings, microphone gain, and custom profiles from their smartphones. Both models are priced at $199.99.

KitGuru says: Interested in either of the two new RIG R8 Pro headsets that Nacon just launched?

The Colorful motherboard desktop brings a mobile Raptor Lake flagship CPU for high-performance computing and support for up to 96 GB DDR5 RAM. Colorful Silently Launches Battle-AX HM770M-K WiFi D5 V20 Motherboard Powered By Intel Core i9 13900HX Chinese hardware maker Colorful has quietly launched its first MoDT (Mobile on Desktop) motherboard, featuring the flagship Intel Raptor Lake mobile CPU. The motherboard is named "Battle-AX HM770M-K WiFi D5 V20", and is powered by the Intel H770 chipset. The motherboard comes pre-equipped with the Intel Core i9 13900HX, a 24-core/32-thread high-end mobile chip that can boost up to 5.4 GHz and […]

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The existing Crosshair and Raider lineups have received new models, featuring up to GeForce RTX 5090 and high-end Intel Core Ultra 200HX processors. MSI Debuts Raider 16 and Crosshair 16 Series Laptops, Featuring Core Ultra 200HX-RTX 50 Series Combos; Upgrades Titan and Stealth 18 Laptops as Well Popular hardware and peripheral manufacturer, MSI, has launched new laptop models under the Raider and Crosshair series, featuring upgraded configurations. The company has announced that the newer models will be powered by the Intel Core Ultra 200HX processors, paired with high-end NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs to achieve high performance gaming and […]

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It's just another rebranded Arrow Lake-HX CPU with "Ultra" missing in its name, but this will confuse many. Intel Launches a Non-Ultra Arrow Lake-HX CPU With Specs Identical to Core Ultra 5 235HX in the Core 7 Arrow Lake Series Intel just silently released another Arrow Lake SKU, but it has got one of the most confusing names in the family. Unlike how Intel usually brings SKUs under different families, this one shares its naming convention with two different families. As a part of the Arrow Lake-HX family, Intel launched the Core 7 245HX, which sounds noticeably different than usual […]

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Intel is now rolling out more chips in the Panther Lake series, but the Core Ultra X9 378H isn't meant for the embedded segment. Intel Launches a New 16-Core/16-Threaed Core Ultra X9 378H Processor; Identical to Core Ultra X7 368H in Specifications, But Not for Embedded Usage The Blue Team is quietly launching more chips, followed by the launch of the Panther Lake series. Yesterday, we reported a silent launch of a new processor called the Core Ultra 7 251HX, but it is part of the Arrow Lake HX family. The company has launched a new processor in the Panther […]

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Another high-performance Arrow Lake HX SKU was quietly released, and the official page has revealed its official specifications. Intel Core Ultra 7 251HX Launches Officially: 6 Performance and 12 Efficient Cores, Up To 5.1 GHz Turbo, and 3 Xe3 GPU Cores Intel just silently rolled out a smaller sibling of the Core Ultra 7 255HX. If you remember, the Core Ultra 7 251HX was spotted nearly two weeks ago in some laptop listings, and turns out, it's a real processor indeed. We checked and found that Intel has officially launched it without any announcement, and the product page is live […]

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Intel's next-gen laptop CPUs will feature massive upgrades with Nova Lake-HX packing as many as 28 cores in enthusiast configurations. Intel Readies Nova Lake-HX CPUs For Enthusiast Laptops, Packing Up To 28 Cores Details of Intel's next-gen enthusiast-grade laptop CPU platform have leaked out, and it looks like laptops are going to see a major bump in performance. The new details come from Jaykihn, who has posted the core configurations of two SKUs that will be used to power the next-gen laptop family. Both SKUs are part of the Nova Lake-HX family, which is expected to launch by CES next […]

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