Earlier this week, Intel rolled out new Core Ultra 200S Plus series processors. We've already reviewed them here at KitGuru, finding that they offer compelling performance for the price tag. Now, G.Skill is confirming that its overclocked XMP 3.0 DDR5 memory kits are validated to support the new desktop CPUs.

A number of G.Skill DDR5 memory kits will now carry the Intel XMP 3.0 badge, a distinction reserved for memory products that have obtained official Intel XMP certification. G.Skill has also certified DDR5 memory kits that feature an Intel 200S Boost badge, indicating that these kits can use XMP 3.0 to reach overclocked speeds up to 8000MHz.

Using an XMP 3.0 overclock profile, end users can easily overclock their memory with just a couple of clicks in the BIOS, without having to do any manual tuning. Certified products will work out of the box, removing any of the guesswork that can be involved with manual overclocking.

In the image above you can see a Memtest validation with G.Skill DDR5 memory running at an impressive 10,000MHz on an Asus ROG Maximus Z890 Apex motherboard and paired with an Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus CPU.

KitGuru Says: G.Skill has some of the most impressive overclocked DDR5 memory kits around and the same was true during the DDR4 generation.

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Acer has refreshed its Predator Helios Neo lineup with three new gaming laptops built around Intel’s Core Ultra 200HX Plus processors. Acer has also upgraded the gaming grunt that these laptops provide with the addition of an RTX 5080 laptop GPU. The updated 16‑inch and 18‑inch models focus on high‑end performance, while the new 16S variant offers a slimmer, more portable option.

The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI is the thinnest model, measuring in at under 18.9mm thick. It supports up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and an RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, paired with a 240Hz WQXGA OLED HDR display with 1ms response time and 100% DCI‑P3 coverage. Cooling is handled by a Predator AeroBlade 3D fan and liquid metal thermal grease to maintain performance in the compact chassis. The standard Predator Helios Neo 16 AI offers the same CPU and GPU options but adds a more robust thermal setup with AeroBlade 3D cooling, liquid metal and vector heat pipes.

The Predator Helios Neo 18 AI is the option for those who require a larger display, offering an 18‑inch WQXGA screen with a 240Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI‑P3 coverage. It introduces Acer’s new Ambient Contrast Ratio film, designed to reduce glare and improve contrast in bright environments. Cooling again uses AeroBlade 3D fans, liquid metal and vector heat pipes to sustain top‑end performance. As for the core hardware, it offers the same Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and RTX 5080 as its smaller sibling.

All three laptops include Acer’s AI‑driven PredatorSense controls for performance tuning, RGB lighting and fan management. Acer PurifiedVoice and PurifiedView use AI for noise reduction and improved video quality, while Acer Intelligence Space adds tools such as Game Assistant and ProCam for gameplay support and automatic clip capture.

All three of Acer's newly refreshed laptop models will be available in Europe starting in June.

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This week CyberPowerPC is launching a new range of pre-built PCs. The VIVID line-up is built around bold and colourful case designs from companies like Hyte, Thermaltake, Tryx and more. The spectrum of chassis options are paired up with high-end CPUs and GPUs to drive games at high refresh rates and resolutions.

The new VIVID gaming PCs start at £1999, with a base spec of a Ryzen 7800X3D, an RTX 5070, 32GB of DDR5 memory, a 1TB M.2 SSD and an MSI Pro B850-S motherboard. For £100 more, you can get the same spec but with a Ryzen 7 9800X3D instead.

In the list below you can see each of the different VIVID PC options:

ViViD R77 RTX Next Day PC (£1999.00)

• Windows 11 Home (64-bit Edition)
• AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 12GB
• 32GB DDR5 5600MT/s ADATA XPG ARMAX RGB
• MSI Pro B850-S WIFI6E ATX Motherboard
• 1TB Kingston NV3 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD

ViViD Ultra Gaming PC (£2098.80)

• Windows 11 Home (64-bit Edition)
• AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 12GB
• 32GB DDR5 5600MT/s ADATA XPG ARMAX RGB
• MSI Pro B850-S WIFI6E ATX Motherboard
• 1TB Kingston NV3 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD

ViViD R97 XT Next Day PC (£2299.00)

• Windows 11 Home (64-bit Edition)
• AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
• AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT 16GB
• 32GB DDR5 5600MT/s ADATA XPG ARMAX RGB
• MSI B850 Gaming Plus WIFI6E ATX Motherboard
• 1TB Kingston NV3 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD

ViViD Elite Gaming PC (£2299.20)

• Windows 11 Home (64-bit Edition)
• AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D
• AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT 16GB
• 32GB DDR5 5600MT/s ADATA XPG ARMAX RGB
• MSI B850 Gaming Plus WIFI6E ATX Motherboard
• 1TB Kingston NV3 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD

ViViD R97 RTX Next Day PC (£2499.00)

• Windows 11 Home (64-bit Edition)
• AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16GB
• 32GB DDR5 5600MT/s ADATA XPG ARMAX RGB
• MSI B850 Gaming Plus WIFI6E ATX Motherboard
• 1TB Kingston NV3 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD

ViViD Infinity Gaming PC (£2599.20)

• Windows 11 Home (64-bit Edition)
• Intel Core Ultra 9 285K
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 16GB
• 32GB DDR5 5600MT/s ADATA XPG ARMAX RGB
• MSI MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI
• 1TB Kingston NV3 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD

The specs are configurable, for instance the price can change by +/- up to £10 depending on the case you pick. Through the configurator you can adjust the specs to your liking and also add-on optional services like CPU overclocking or grab a peripheral bundle.

You can find CyberPowerPC's full VIVID range HERE.

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The Euler CMX ITX case is an ultra-compact chassis for Intel processors with up to 35 W of TDP, offering silent operation. Akasa Debuts Compact 4.0 Litre Euler CMX Fanless ITX Chassis, Offering Support for Intel ITX Motherboards Coupled With CPUs rated at up to 35W of TDP Popular consumer and enterprise hardware maker, Akasa, has introduced its latest compact mini ITX chassis called the "Euler CMX" for Intel platforms, offering a small footprint, but sufficient to handle older-gen and the latest Intel Core Ultra series-compatible ITX motherboards. The Euler CMX looks a lot like its other Euler Mini-ITX cases, […]

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