GPU prices in China have increased massively due to recent adjustments to GDDR6 and GDDR7 memory, affecting AMD & NVIDIA graphics cards. China Sees Big Surge In GPU Prices Overnight, Affecting Both AMD & NVIDIA Graphics Cards GPU makers such as NVIDIA, AMD, and Intel have been trying to absorb memory price increases for a while now, but they have gotten out of hand due to persistent shortages, which have raised the DRAM costs for GDDR6 and GDDR7 products 10-fold, resulting in a significant increase in graphics card prices. And it's not just memory prices; other components that go into […]

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Today we're taking a look at the new Corsair Frame 5000D Wood RS PC case. At first glance it might just look like the regular Frame 5000D with a fancy wooden front, but Corsair has actually made a few interesting changes under the hood. Along with the solid wood front panel, you get a pair of huge 200mm intake fans, a full-length tempered glass side panel, a more compact PSU shroud, and an updated front I/O layout with three USB Type-C ports. So, is this just a cosmetic refresh, or has Corsair really improved one of its flagship cases? Let's find out.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction
00:50 Pricing and Info
03:00 Front I/O
03:25 Features / Removing panels
04:35 Hardware / Cooling Support
06:01 Inside the Case / Options
07:21 Air Cooler Support
07:38 GPU Support
08:07 Motherboard Support
09:09 Back of Case
10:17 Cable Routing / Drives
13:00 Floor of Case
13:38 Accessories
15:10 Testing Methodology
15:40 Thermal and Noise Performance
17:05 Closing Thoughts

Features:

• Real Wood, not Wood-effect – The standout feature of the Frame 5000D Wood RS is the new FSC-certified solid wood front panel. It gives the FRAME 5000D a much warmer, more premium look while still allowing plenty of airflow through the front of the chassis.
• Big Fans, Low Noise – The original 140mm intake fans are swapped for a pair of massive 200mm RS200 fans that can shift plenty of air at lower RPM, keeping cooling performance high and noise low.
• Cleaner Layout Inside and Out – A full-length tempered glass side panel, a more compact PSU shroud and updated front I/O with all USB Type-C connectivity all help modernise the Frame 5000D, giving you a better view of your hardware and a more up-to-date feature set.

Specifications:

• Case Type: Full Tower
• Dimensions (LxWxH): 542 x 250 x 556mm
• Materials: Steel, Glass, Wood, Plastic
• Motherboard Support: Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX
• Reverse-connector motherboard support: Yes
• Expansion Slots: 8 x Horizontal / 3 x vertical
• Storage bays: 3.5” x 1, 2.5” x 4
• Max GPU Length: 425mm (w/fans)
• Max CPU Cooler Height: 175mm
• PSU Type: ATX
• Cable Routing Space:
• Supplied Fans: 2X RS200, 1x RS140 pre-installed
• Fan Support: 3 x 120mm,3 x 140mm (Top), 2 x 200mm, 3 x 120mm, 3 x 140mm (Front), 3 x 120mm, 3 x 140mm  (R/H Side), 1 x 120mm, 1 x 140mm  (Rear), 1 x 120mm (Bottom)
• Radiator Support: 420mm 360mm 280mm 240mm (Top), 420mm 360mm 280mm 240mm (Front), 420mm 360mm 280mm 240mm (R/H Side), 140mm 120mm  (Rear)
• Dust Filters: Front, bottom, right side
• Font I/O: 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (5Gb/s), 1x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (20Gb/s), PWR Button, Combo Mic/Headphone Jack
• LCD Screen: N/A

Thermal Performance Testing

To simulate thermal demand, we run the Cinebench R23 multi-thread benchmark and 3DMark Speed Way stress test simultaneously in a loop for 30 minutes to load the system fully. This gives the CPU and GPU enough time to reach constant steady-state temperature. With this data, we can compare how the system handles the thermal demand and measure peak noise levels.

Thermal performance is measured with the case in various configurations, such as the default, with the tempered glass left-hand side panel removed and with the front panel removed to see how these configurations affect the CPU and GPU temperature. During testing, only stock case fans are used unless otherwise specified. All water pumps are set to maximum RPM and fans are set to a custom RPM curve by the Motherboard software/BIOS.

All temperature measurements are presented as Deltas – meaning the ambient temperature has been deducted from the CPU temperature, giving us a Delta. Data shown in the charts represents the average component temperature over the length of the test as measured by HWiNFO, and then the last 15 minutes of the data are calculated to get the average. The ambient temperature during thermal tests is between 19-20⁰C.

Test System Specification:

• CPU – AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
• Motherboard – MSI MEG X870 Godlike X
• Graphics Card – Gigabyte RTX 5080 Gaming OC
• Memory – 32GB (2 x 16GB modules) G.SKILL Trident Z5 Neo RGB DDR5-6000
• Storage – 1TB Corsair MP600 Elite PCIE Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
• CPU Cooler – Corsair Nautilus 360 RS ARGB AIO
• Power Supply – Corsair RM1200x Shift
• Case fans – Stock + Noctua A14x25 G2 for thermal testing
• Chassis – Corsair Frame 5000D Wood RS
• Operating System – Windows 11 24H2

Thermal Performance Overview

We test case thermals using a 360mm AIO as exhaust at the top and with the case in several different fan configurations. The default configuration shown in the charts is with the top 360mm AIO cooler, 2 x 200mm front intake fans and a single 140mm rear exhaust fan and with all case panels installed.

Thermal performance is about as good as you could expect for from a case like this. In the default configuration we see the CPU steady-state average at 55°C over ambient while the GPU is at 52°C . Adding extra side or floor intake fans doesn’t really change temperatures, just one or two degrees C drop on the GPU, suggesting the stock airflow is already well optimised.

Removing the tempered glass side panel makes almost no difference at all, shaving just a single degree off the CPU while leaving GPU temperatures unchanged. In other words, Corsair's pair of 200mm front intake fans are doing exactly what they're supposed to, delivering plenty of airflow straight out of the box without the need for additional fans or a change of configuration.

Noise Output

Noise follows a similar path to thermal performance; in this test, the case fans are fixed at low RPM, so they are virtually silent. The only noise comes from the CPU cooler and GPU fans. Since there isn't a massive change in temperature with the case in either configuration, the noise output stays pretty consistent.

Across all configurations, the idle noise is essentially identical; the only drop in load noise occurs with the glass side removed, as the CPU and GPU temperatures are at their lowest, but the drop in noise is just 1dBA, which is hardly noticeable in real-world situations. So, in terms of thermal performance, if you keep the case fan speed to a sensible level, noise is very well optimised out of the box.

Closing Thoughts

The Frame 5000D Wood RS is a worthy refresh of the original Corsair Frame 5000D. The addition of a real wood front panel gives it a much more premium look without sacrificing airflow, making it stand out from the mesh and tempered glass cases currently on the market. It feels like a more mature design, and the option of Black/Walnut or White/Oak should appeal to anyone looking to build a PC with either a black or white theme.

Performance is equally impressive. The pair of 200mm front intake fans provide excellent airflow while running at relatively low speeds, resulting in excellent cooling performance without generating excessive noise. Our testing showed little to be gained from removing panels or adding extra intake fans, which tells you Corsair has done a solid job of optimising the stock airflow configuration straight out of the box.

That said, the build experience isn't quite as polished as the cooling performance. Installing the motherboard proved more awkward than expected, with the motherboard backplate making it difficult to line everything up. Graphics card installation also felt unnecessarily fiddly, as the opening around the PCIe slots doesn't leave much room to manoeuvre cards into position, particularly if your motherboard has chunky rear-mounted heatsinks around the M.2 area. Neither issue is a deal-breaker, but they're the sort of frustrations you don't expect from a case at this price point.

Overall though, the positives outweigh the negatives. The Frame 5000D Wood RS looks great, it delivers excellent thermal performance and quiet operation, and retains all the flexibility of Corsair's modular Frame ecosystem. The installation quirks knock points off what is otherwise a very capable chassis. So if the mature aesthetics, airflow and upgradeability are your thing, this should be on your parts list for your next build, unless you need something smaller, the Frame 4000D Wood is your perfect alternative.

The Corsair Frame 5000D Wood RS is available to purchase now from Scan priced at £159.95 HERE.

Pros: 

• Big front fans keep the system cool and quiet with great airflow.
• Wood front gives a more premium look.
• Lots of space for hardware and cooling.

Cons:

• Motherboards with backplates can be difficult to install.
• Graphics cards can be tight to get into the PCIe slot.
• Quite large for a basic gaming system.

KitGuru says: Corsair has made some worthy changes to the Frame 5000D, which means it still offers great airflow and cooling but now with premium looks too!

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Today we're looking at the Lian Li B4 mATX – a compact, 21.3-litre Micro-ATX case developed in collaboration with DAN Cases. Despite its small footprint, it supports Micro-ATX motherboards, graphics cards up to 358mm long, both ATX and SFX power supplies, and even a 360mm AIO. It also offers the choice of a mesh or real wood front panel, along with the option to run the case horizontally or vertically to better suit your setup. Lian Li is aiming to deliver the hardware compatibility of a much larger chassis in a compact SFF design. In this review, we'll find out if the B4 mATX can deliver on that promise, or not. Let's get into it.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction
00:58 Versions / Prices / Extras
01:51 Physical Dimensions / Front I/O
02:26 Removing panels
03:42 Cooling Support
06:25 GPU Anti Sag Bracket / GPU Support
07:25 Motherboard and CPU Air Cooler Support
08:22 Storage Compatibility
08:54 Back of the case
09:53 Left hand side of case
10:38 James thoughts on the layout
11:38 Accessories
12:22 Vertical AeroDeck
13:18 Thermal and Acoustic Performance Testing
15:11 Smoke Test
15:48 Thoughts on Installation
18:38 Closing Thoughts

Features:

• Compact 21.3-litre Micro-ATX design with support for Micro-ATX motherboards, graphics cards up to 358mm long, plus the option to position the case horizontally or vertically.
• Strong hardware compatibility including support for ATX or SFX power supplies, up to a 360mm side-mounted AIO with an SFX PSU, and CPU air coolers up to 162mm tall.
• Choice of mesh or real wood front panels combined with modular brackets, pre-installed slim fans and flexible cooling layouts designed to maximise performance in a compact chassis.

Specifications:

• Case Type: Micro ATX
• Dimensions (LxWxH): 420mm x 191mm x 288mm
• Materials: Steel, Wood (Walnut / Beech), Plastic
• Motherboard Support: Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
• Reverse Connector motherboard support: No
• Expansion Slots: 4
• Storage bays: Front 2.5” SSD x 1, Bottom 3.5” HDD x 1 or 2.5” SSD x 1
• Max GPU Length: 358mm
• Max CPU Cooler Height: 162mm (168mm without side fan bracket)
• PSU Type: ATX/SFX
• Cable Routing Space: N/A
• Supplied Fans: 120 x 120 x 15mm (x2)
• Fan Support: 120mm x 2 (Top), 120mm x 1 (Front, With SFX PSU Only), 120mm x 3 / 140mm x 2 (L/H Side With SFX PSU), 120mm x 2 / 140mm x 2 (L/H Side With ATX PSU), 120mm x 1 (Rear), 120 mm x 3 / 140mm x 2 (Bottom)
• Radiator Support: Side 360mm (with SFX PSU), 240mm (With ATX PSU)
• Dust Filters: Bottom
• Font I/O: USB 3.0 Type A x 2, Power Button x 1, Audio x 1, USB 3.2 Type C x 1

Thermal Performance Testing

To simulate thermal demand, we run the Cinebench R23 multi-thread benchmark and 3DMark Speed Way stress test simultaneously in a loop for 30 minutes to load the system fully. This gives the CPU and GPU enough time to reach constant steady-state temperature. With this data, we can compare how the system handles the thermal demand and measure peak noise levels.

Thermal performance is measured with the case in various configurations, such as the default, with the tempered glass left-hand side panel removed and with the front panel removed to see how these configurations affect the CPU and GPU temperature. During testing, only stock case fans are used unless otherwise specified. All water pumps are set to maximum RPM and fans are set to a custom RPM curve by the Motherboard software/BIOS.

All temperature measurements are presented as Deltas – meaning the ambient temperature has been deducted from the CPU temperature, giving us a Delta. Data shown in the charts represents the average component temperature over the length of the test as measured by HWiNFO, and then the last 15 minutes of the data are calculated to get the average. The ambient temperature during thermal tests is between 19-20⁰C.

Test System Specification:

• CPU – AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
• Motherboard – Sapphire Nitro+ B850M WiFi
• Graphics Card – Gigabyte RTX 5080 Gaming OC
• Memory – 32GB (2 x 16GB modules) G.SKILL Trident Z5 Neo RGB DDR5-6000
• Storage – 1TB Corsair MP600 Elite PCIE Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
• CPU Cooler – Lian Li GA II Lite 360 (with Noctua A12x25 G2 Fans)
• Power Supply – Lian Li SP1000P SFX
• Case fans – Stock
• Chassis – Lian LI B4 mATX
• Operating System – Windows 11 24H2

Thermal Performance Overview

We test case thermals using a 360mm AIO as Intake at the side and with the case in several different fan configurations. The default configuration shown in the charts is with the side-mounted 360mm AIO cooler and 2 x 120 mm x 15 mm top exhaust fans and with all case panels installed.

Thermal performance good overall, with the B4 mATX delivering consistent CPU and GPU temperatures across all four test configurations. The default AIO setup performs well, but removing the top fans results in a increase to both CPU and GPU temperatures, so those exhaust fans play an important role in the case's airflow design.

Running the case vertically with the optional AeroDeck produces the best GPU temperature while matching the lowest CPU result, so the additional cost could be a worthwhile improvement to graphics cooling. most interestingly, removing the top, front and side panels offers no benefit over the AeroDeck configuration, indicating that the B4 mATX's airflow is well optimised in its standard configuration.

Noise Output

Acoustically, the B4 mATX offers a balance between cooling performance and noise, with only slight variation between the different test configurations. The default setup produces the same idle noise level as both the AeroDeck and top fan removed configurations, while load noise remains close across test configurations.

The vertical AeroDeck configuration is slightly quieter under load due to the lower GPU temperature and fan speed, but the differences are small enough that they're unlikely to be too noticeable in day-to-day use.

Closing Thoughts

Considering its compact dimensions, Lian Li has packed an impressive amount of hardware support into the B4 mATX including large 4 slot graphics cards, ATX power supplies and up to a 360mm AIO, making it more versatile than some small form factor chassis in this price bracket. There’s a good balance between compact dimensions and practicality, giving enthusiasts flexibility without forcing them into buying expensive SFX power supplies or low-profile cooling solutions.

Thermal performance is respectable too. While the B4 mATX isn't class-leading in terms of cooling, it does an adequate job for a chassis of this size and should have no trouble handling high-performance gaming hardware when configured correctly. Combined with the excellent build quality we've come to expect from Lian Li, the chassis feels well engineered, with premium materials and a solid build for the MSRP asking price.

That said, the B4 mATX isn't without compromise. As with many compact cases, component compatibility depends heavily on the exact hardware combination you choose. Installing larger graphics cards, radiators or longer power supplies can have a knock-on effect elsewhere in the build, so planning your component selection is essential. Cable management is also more challenging than it should be, with limited routing space making it difficult to achieve a clean build, while some cables can easily get in the way of the top fans if you're not careful during assembly too.

There are also a couple of smaller details that could have been better executed. The included GPU anti-sag bracket is a useful feature, but its compatibility with some graphics cards is limited. None of these issues are deal breakers, it’s still a very capable compact chassis.

Overall though, the Lian Li B4 mATX delivers a solid combination of build quality, hardware compatibility and sensible pricing, making it an easy case to recommend for anyone wanting to build a powerful mATX gaming system without taking up too much desk space.

The Lian Li B4 mATX is available to purchase now from Scan priced at £73.99 HERE.

Pros: 

• Can support high-end hardware depending on configuration.
• For a compact case, cooling support is good.
• Build quality is excellent.

Cons:

• GPU anti-sag arm is incompatible with some graphics cards.
• Hardware compromises depending on configurations.
• Cable routing is awkward and some cables can get trapped in fans.

KitGuru says: For a small case, the B4 mATX packs in some good features but there are some hardware compromises depending on what setup you run though this is to be expected from such a compact mATX case.

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Several new GeForce RTX 5080 cards were showcased at the Bilibili World event in China, featuring distinguished aesthetics. NVIDIA Collaborates With AIBs to Bring Game-Themed RTX 5080 Graphics Cards at BW2026 The Bilibili World 2026 event has officially commenced at the Shanghai National Exhibition, which will run till July 12. This is where many vendors will showcase their new products, and we will get a good glimpse of new launches. NVIDIA being one of the major companies, has decided to launch new RTX 5080 cards at the event. It collaborated with several AIBs to release new GeForce RTX 5080 GPUs […]

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AMD has been winning in Germany for a long time, but NVIDIA is back with the most sales as of June 2026. NVIDIA Ships 8% More GPUs Through Mindfactory, Taking Back the Lead, But AMD RX 9070 XT and RX 9060 XT are Still the Most Popular GPUs NVIDIA is back at the top this month, and it's because of the RTX 50 series. While the RTX 50 and RX 9000 series debuted in the same time frame, the majority of buyers preferred RDNA 4 GPUs in Germany, especially if we talk about the popular retailer, Mindfactory. The trend can […]

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MSI has rolled out a massive range of Prime Day discounts on Amazon UK this year. If you are in need of a new gaming monitor, motherboard, cooler, case, router, or even a new graphics card, MSI has a number of discounts available for the next few days.

For motherboards, MSI has discounted the MAG X870E Tomahawk WiFi, bringing the price down to £239.99, while the MAG B850 Tomahawk Max WiFi drops to £189.99.

MSI’s liquid coolers are also discounted, with the MAG CoreLiquid I360 priced at £69.99 and the MAG CoreLiquid E360 available for £59.99. The company’s case lineup sees similar reductions, including the MAG Forge 330R Airflow at £62.99 and the MAG Pano 100L PZ at £49.99.

MSI’s Roamii BE Mesh WiFi systems are also discounted this week. A single‑pack Roamii BE Lite costs £79.99, while the two‑pack version is £129.99. For those needing higher throughput, the Roamii BE Pro two‑pack is available at £249.99. MSI also has several WiFi adapters on sale, starting at £24.99 for the AX1800 Nano USB Adapter and rising to £49.99 for the BE6500 WiFi 7 USB Adapter, or you can get a WiFi 7 PCIe card for £44.99.

On the GPU side, MSI’s GeForce RTX 3050 Ventus 2X E 6G OC is reduced to £149.99, while the RTX 5060 Ventus 2X OC is £259.99. At the high end, the RTX 5080 Gaming Trio OC is discounted to £1,199.99.

If you need a new mouse, keyboard or headset, then the good news is MSI has those too. The VERSA Pro W wireless mouse is now £74.49, while the VERSA 300 Elite W drops to £39.99. Budget options include the Forge GM300 at £9.99. On the audio side, the Maestro 300 headset is reduced to £29.99. MSI’s keyboard range is also included, with the Forge GK320 Red available for £24.99 and the Vigor GK30 at £29.99. Mouse pads such as the Agility GD21 and Agility GD70 are priced at £7.99 and £21.99 respectively.

Finally, there are a number of MSI gaming monitors on sale for Prime Day too. At the 4K end of the lineup, the MSI MAG 321CUP QD‑OLED is now £549. MSI’s higher‑refresh alternative, the MPG 321CURX QD‑OLED, is also discounted to £699 and includes eligibility for a £40 MSI Code Drop Steam voucher. For ultrawide buyers, the MAG 341CQP QD‑OLED is down to £499 and qualifies for a £25 Steam code.

In the 1440p category, the MAG 272QP QD‑OLED X50 is priced at £474, billed as a Prime Day Exclusive deal. The MPG 271QR QD‑OLED X50 sits at £599, offering a blisteringly fast 500Hz refresh rate, plus a £40 Steam code when you register the product purchase with MSI. The most affordable OLED deal is the MAG 273QP QD‑OLED X24, now £299, delivering a 240Hz refresh rate and eligibility for a £25 Steam code.

KitGuru Says: Are you planning on picking anything up during the Prime Day sales this week? 

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AMD's Radeon Gaming GPUs will follow the same strategy as Ryzen, but the performance platform will take generations to build. AMD's Approach With Radeon Gaming GPUs Is To Offer Compelling Value To End Users Radeon Gaming GPUs are a crucial segment for AMD. Sure, AI is all the craze right now, but the Radeon division is responsible for making GPUs that power not only the desktop and laptop segments, but also the console segment, with both Sony's and Microsoft's next-gen consoles based on future RDNA IPs. This year at Computex, AMD launched its Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card, a […]

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ZOTAC has displayed its latest RTX 50 innovations, and the world's smallest PC featuring a desktop-grade RTX 5080 graphics card. Two Prototype Graphics Cards & Two "20th Anniversary Edition" Products Showcased By ZOTAC At Computex First up, we have the ZOTAC Gaming GeForce RTX 5070 Ti SOLID SFF OC Edition, which takes the original design and gives it a new gold-themed trim. The card features the same 2-slot design with Icestorm 2.0 cooling, an SFF-Ready Enthusiast GeForce design, and also comes with a Power safety light that ensures the card is plugged in correctly. The backplate on this card is […]

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At Computex this week, Leo caught up with Thermal Grizzly to get a look at new liquid cooling gear and other products. Along the way, we also see some impressive modded PC builds.

Watch via YouTube below:

 

Timestamps:
00:00 Modded PC
01:05 3DMark sponsored by TG
01:38 Modded PC number 2
02:02 Special coatings
03:01 DeltaMate Purrformante fans
04:20 DeltaMate GPU Blocks
05:22 Wireview Series
06:20 Mycro Direct Die Diamond
07:12 Deltamate Accessories
08:04 Updated Thermal Compound

Thermal Grizzly isn't launching much ‘new' stuff at Computex this year but we did get a look at a few new things – for starters, TG has new DeltaMate cooling fans on the way. It has also come up with new coatings for its DeltaMate GPU blocks, including the new TG O coating, which uses plasma to blast a rainbow finish across the copper core of the block.

TG's new DeltaMate Purrformante fans are optimised for low-speeds and high static pressure, making them a perfect pairing for liquid-cooling radiators. Like other popular fans on the market, these ones can be daisy-chained, simplifying multi-fan setups to just a single power cable.

The WireView is a product we have covered extensively, available in wired and wireless form, and used to help monitor the power draw from the PSU and detect any potential issues with overloading, which has been an issue with newer RTX 40 and RTX 50 series GPUs. There is even a version cooled by a little brown Noctua fan.

At Computex we also got a look at the Mycro Direct-Die Diamond, a diamond insert integrated into the cold plate of a CPU block, positioned directly at the thermal hotspot for improved heat transfer. However, due to the expense of the materials used here, we are unlikely to see this make it to full consumer production.

Speaking of Direct Die though, Thermal Grizzly does have a pretty good line-up of de-lidded CPUs, complete with warranty, available for sale, giving you an easy path towards direct-die cooling – an upgrade worth considering for overclocking enthusiasts.

Thermal Grizzly's liquid-cooling line-up also features a range of fittings, including Quick Disconnect fittings for easier maintenance of your loop and blocks.

The final piece of news coming out of Thermal Grizzly at Computex is that the company will be the next major sponsor for 3D Mark, so expect to see the Thermal Grizzly logo within the next version of the popular graphics benchmarking software.

KitGuru Says: Are you planning on picking up any Thermal Grizzly liquid-cooling gear for a new upgrade this year? 

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AORUS is working on more RTX 50 Infinity GPUs, such as the 5080, 5070 Ti, and 5070, and bringing new design options to users. AORUS RTX 50 Infinity Lineup Will Soon Have Something For Everyone & Won't Be Limited To The Flagship RTX 5090 At CES this year, AORUS showcased its first Infinity graphics card design, which featured a triple-fan cooler and a Founders Edition PCB in a unique shroud for the RTX 5090 GPU. Now, AORUS is expanding its GPU lineup with more Infinity options to select from, with cards such as the RTX 5080, 5070 Ti, & the […]

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With the latest Star Wars film, The Mandalorian and Grogu, finally hitting the box office this week, MSI has also rolled out its limited edition RTX 5080 graphics card. There are only 500 of these being made, exclusive to the European market, so if you want one, you'll have to act fast. 

The limited edition MSI RTX 5080 Mandalorian and Grogu Edition graphics card ships with more than just a custom backplate. The backplate design shows off Mando himself, holding a smoking blaster. However, you also get four ‘mini backplates' in the box, which clip into the cutout on the back shroud. There is a mini backplate emblem for the Mandolorian, Grogu, the Empire and the Republic. On top of that, you also get a mini GPU support stand, shaped like Grogu himself.

If you want a closer look at what this limited-edition GPU looks like, and its included accessories, you can watch our full unboxing HERE.

The limited edition MSI RTX 5080 Mandalorian and Grogu Edition graphics card is available here in the UK through SCAN, priced at £1369.99.

KitGuru Says: Have you ever considered picking up a limited-edition graphics card?

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Today, we’re looking at the new Lian Li O11 Vision-M PC case. It’s a compact dual-chamber chassis built around a full glass design, with a clean-looking showcase style. You get support for micro-ATX and mini-ITX motherboards, graphics cards up to 410mm, 360mm radiators, and air coolers up to 162mm tall, plus a hidden top radiator compartment to keep things looking tidy without compromising cooling. On paper, it looks like the perfect blend of compact size, strong hardware support, and the signature O11 aesthetic… but does it actually deliver? Let’s find out.

Timestamps:

00:00 Start
00:57 Pricing / colours
01:41 Overview / Dimensions / Materials
02:31 Front I/O
02:53 Panel removal / filters
04:34 Motherboard and GPU support
05:19 Bottom tray / filter system
05:41 Cooling Fan / Radiator Support
07:20 Vented Shroud and LCD Screen
08:09 Cable Management
09:00 Rear of the case
09:32 Side Compartment / PSU
10:54 Drive install / cable shroud options
11:54 Top radiator bracket
12:56 GPU Bracket / no reverse MB support
13:59 Bottom of the case / accessories
15:00 3D Printable parts
15:37 Thermal and Noise Performance
17:15 Smoke Test & Thoughts
18:05 Installation / Closing Thoughts

Features:

• Ventilated Top Glass – Integrated mesh cut-out vent aligned with the top radiator for top heat exhaust flow and minimal heat buildup from internal system components.
• Modular Divider – A removable divider panel gives the user the choice of a clean, separate dual-chamber look or a more open layout. With the divider panel installed, accessories such as an LCD screen can be easily mounted.
• Hidden AIO Compartment – Designed to hide the AIO radiator and route tubing out of the way, hidden from view in the main chamber for an ultra clean look.
• Compact but high-end hardware support – Including mATX or Mini ITX motherboards, up to 410mm long graphics cards, 162mm tall air coolers and up to 360mm radiator support.

Specifications:

• Case Type: Micro ATX
• Dimensions (DxWxH): 419.6mm x 275.1mm x 395.2mm
• Materials: Steel, 4.0mm Tempered Glass, 3.0mm Tempered Glass, Aluminum
• Motherboard Support: Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX
• Reverse Connector motherboard support: No
• Expansion Slots: 5
• Storage bays: 3.5” HDD x 1 + 2.5” SSD x 2 or 2.5” SSD x 3
• Max GPU Length: 410mm
• Max CPU Cooler Height: 162mm
• PSU Type: ATX (Under 202mm)
• Cable Routing Grommet: Yes (Motherboard Side)
• Hook-and-loop straps: Yes
• Supplied Fans: 140mm x 1 (Pre-installed)
• Fan Support: 120mm x 3 (Top) 120mm x 2 (Side) 120 mm x 3 (Bottom) 120 mm x 2 (Rear) 140mm x 1 (Second Chamber)
• Radiator Support: 360mm / 240mm (Top)
• Dust Filters: Removable bottom dust tray x 1
• Front I/O: Power Button x 1, USB 3.0 Type A x 2, USB 3.2 Type C x 1, Audio x 1
• LCD Screen (O11 Vision-M Digital): Yes, IPS LCD, 9.2”, 60 Hz, 1920×462, 500nits

Thermal Performance Testing

To simulate thermal demand, we run the Cinebench R23 multi-thread benchmark and 3DMark Speed Way stress test simultaneously in a loop for 30 minutes to load the system fully. This gives the CPU and GPU enough time to reach constant steady-state temperature. With this data, we can compare how the system handles the thermal demand and measure peak noise levels.

Thermal performance is measured with the case in various configurations, such as the default, with the tempered glass left-hand side panel removed and with the front panel removed to see how these configurations affect the CPU and GPU temperature. During testing, only stock case fans are used unless otherwise specified. All water pumps are set to maximum RPM and fans are set to a custom RPM curve by the Motherboard software/BIOS.

All temperature measurements are presented as Deltas – meaning the ambient temperature has been deducted from the CPU temperature, giving us a Delta. Data shown in the charts represents the average component temperature over the length of the test as measured by HWiNFO, and then the last 15 minutes of the data are calculated to get the average. The ambient temperature during thermal tests is between 19-20⁰C.

Test System Specification:

• CPU – AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D
• Motherboard – Sapphire Nitro+ B850 M WiFi
• Graphics Card – Gigabyte RTX 5080 Gaming OC
• Memory – 32GB (2 x 16GB modules) G.SKILL Trident Z5 Neo RGB DDR5-6000
• Storage – 1TB Corsair MP600 Elite PCIE Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
• CPU Cooler – Lian Li Hydroshift II LCD-S 360TL
• Power Supply – Seasonic Focus GX 1000 ATX3
• Case fans – Lian Li UNIFAN SL120 V2 (forward and reverse)
• Chassis – Lian Li O11 Vision M
• Operating System – Windows 11 24H2

Thermal Performance Overview

We test case thermals using a 360mm AIO as exhaust at the top and with the case in several different fan configurations. The default configuration shown in the charts is with the top 360mm AIO cooler, 2 x 120mm side intake, 3 x 120mm bottom intake fans and with all case panels installed.

The O11 Vision-M performs well considering the dual-chamber layout and the number of glass panels it has. In the default configuration, CPU and GPU temperatures measure 54°C and 51°C over ambient respectively. Removing the glass side panel or right-side mesh makes little difference to overall results, suggesting that the stock airflow setup is already very well optimised. The hidden AIO placement keeps heat away from the radiator and CPU temperatures benefit from it.

Bottom intake fans are relatively important for GPU cooling. Removing the floor intake pushes GPU temperatures up to 55°C above ambient, while every other configuration stays very consistent around the 50–52°C mark. So for a compact dual-chamber case with this much glass, thermal performance is genuinely solid.

Noise Output

Noise performance is consistent across the board too, with the O11 Vision-M sat at 48dBA under full load in most configurations, while idle noise mostly stays fixed at 37dBA. Removing the right-side mesh panel drops load noise slightly to 47dBA, while removing the floor intake fans pushes it up to 49dBA, likely due to the GPU fans working harder to compensate for reduced airflow and slightly raised temperature.

The case has very balanced airflow regardless of configuration changes, and no major spikes in noise. Overall, for a compact dual chamber with multiple glass panels, the O11 Vision-M delivers solid acoustic performance without sacrificing cooling.

Closing Thoughts

Taken as a whole, the Lian Li O11 Vision-M is a very well-designed compact dual-chamber chassis that does a good job of balancing aesthetics, cooling performance and hardware compatibility. Despite the reduced footprint compared with larger O11 variants, there’s still support crammed in for high-end hardware, including 410mm graphics cards, 360mm radiators or AIOs, up to 13 fans and large CPU air coolers. Plus, thermal performance remains consistently strong even with the use of multiple glass panels.

The standout feature is the hidden top radiator compartment. Not only does it help maintain a clean showcase-style appearance that the O11 Vision series is known for, but it also works well from a cooling perspective without restricting airflow. The digital version looks impressive, with the integrated 9.2-inch LCD screen feeling more refined and useful than the gimmicky implementations we sometimes see from competitors. This screen fits in with the design of the case perfectly.

However there are a few compromises, such as clearance around the top radiator mount being very tight, so not every 360mm AIO will fit without issue. Checking dimensions before buying is essential. The smaller internal layout also means there’s a more specific hardware installation order required during the build process, which increases build time a little compared to similar dual-chamber cases with more space.

At $70 MSRP for the standard version, the O11 Vision-M offers good value considering the excellent build quality, cooling performance and hardware support it provides. Even the $130 digital version feels reasonably priced given the quality of the integrated display. While it’s technically compatible with Mini-ITX systems, due to its dimensions, it feels more like a compact Micro-ATX case than a true ITX chassis. Even so, if you want a compact case with strong airflow, premium aesthetics and high-end hardware support, the O11 Vision-M is an easy one to recommend.

The Lian Li O11 Vision-M has a £69.99 (black) MSRP for the regular model and $129.99 for the digital version with a 9.2″ LCD.

Pros: 

• The hidden AIO compartment gives a clean look.
• Good cooling options for a small dual-chamber glass case.
• Screen integration on the digital version is excellent.

Cons:

• Tight tolerance for top AIO support makes installation fiddly and means that some AIOs will be incompatible.
• Not small enough to be considered for ITX builds.
• The installation process takes a little more time than in some similar cases.

KitGuru says:  This is one of the best mATX cases we have seen for a long time. It's packed with high-end cooling options as well as that hidden radiator compartment which gives a clean look to the build. Plus, it's competitively priced too.

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NVIDIA's China-Exclusive GeForce RTX 5090 D v2 GPU has been banned in China, but the restriction doesn't come from the United States; instead, it's by China itself. NVIDIA's Fastest Gaming GPU for China, the RTX 5090 D v2, Is Restricted from Sales In The Country While the United States eases restrictions on NVIDIA's AI GPUs, such as the H200, allowing multiple AI firms to procure up to 75,000 units, China itself is now banning one of the fastest gaming GPUs that is designed exclusively for its market. Last year, NVIDIA announced the RTX 5090 D alongside the standard RTX 5090. […]

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Back in March, CyberPowerPC entered the console market, offering up PS5s alongside its suite of gaming PCs. Now for a limited time, CyberPowerPC is bundling PS5 consoles with the purchase of select custom-built PCs.

The Ultra iCUE C1 is the entry point in the bundle line-up, priced at £2799. For that price, you get a well-equipped gaming PC with an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU, an RTX 5070 Ti 16GB graphics card, 32GB DDR5 memory, a 1TB NVMe Gen4 SSD, and an ASRock B650M‑CX R2.0 m‑ATX motherboard.

Stepping up to the Ultra iCUE C2, priced at £3199, buyers receive the same Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU, but paired with an RTX 5080 16GB, 32GB DDR5, a 1TB NVMe Gen4 SSD, and a Gigabyte B850 Gaming WiFi6 ATX motherboard. At the top of the range is the Ultra iCUE C3, listed at £4499. This one ships with an RTX 5090 Founders Edition graphics card, so you can get the very best of PC and console gaming with one purchase.

All three systems ship with Windows 11 Home, a Corsair iCUE Link Titan 360mm AIO cooler, next‑day delivery availability, and a free PlayStation 5 console as part of the promotion.

Considering that Sony just revealed that future single-player PlayStation titles will no longer be coming to PC, having a console alongside a PC will make sense for hardcore gamers who still want to experience console exclusives, but primarily play on PC for better graphics and performance.

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The saga continues with users still getting free hardware from Amazon. This time, the user got an additional nine drives that would have cost him thousands. Redditor Buys One Samsung 990 PRO SSD, But Ends Up Getting 10 Of These From Amazon Mistakenly The Redditor u/TheDankestYo used his entire year's luck by placing an order on Amazon. Such stories aren't uncommon anymore, but these are still rare and occasional. Previously, we saw a user receiving two boxes filled with dozens of NVMe SSDs instead of the two SSDs he ordered. Since it was a mistake by Amazon, the company allowed […]

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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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MSI has announced a limited-edition GeForce RTX 5080 16G The Mandalorian and Grogu Edition OC, inspired by the upcoming film. The card is restricted to a production run of 500 units for the European market and is scheduled for release on May 22nd, coinciding with The Mandalorian and Grogu's theatrical debut.

Built on the Nvidia Blackwell architecture, the card features 16GB of GDDR7 memory and 10,752 CUDA cores. The “Mandalorian Edition” features MSI's Tri Frozr 4 thermal design, with Stormforce fans featuring claw-textured blades and a nickel-plated copper baseplate.

The collector's edition has several aesthetic changes compared to the standard Gaming X Trio, on which it is based. That includes a brushed-metal finish designed to mimic Din Djarin's Beskar armour, as well as a magnetic backplate system. Users can personalise the card using four interchangeable plates featuring the Mandalorian helmet, Grogu, the New Republic signet, and the Imperial Remnants emblem. Additionally, the package includes a custom VGA support bracket shaped like Grogu.

The card is equipped with three DisplayPort 2.1b outputs and one HDMI 2.1b port, supporting resolutions up to 8K at 120Hz. For power, the unit requires a single 16-pin connector and consumes a total of 360W.

For an even closer look at this limited-edition graphics card, watch our unboxing HERE.

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IO Interactive has detailed the official PC system requirements and technical features for 007 First Light ahead of its launch. The developer confirmed that while the minimum specifications target 1080p at 30FPS, a new “Ultra” tier has been introduced for high-end systems utilising Nvidia DLSS 4.5 to reach over 200FPS at 4K.

The PC version includes support for uncapped frame rates, Nvidia DLSS 4.5 with Dynamic Multi-Frame Generation, and Super Resolution at launch. IO Interactive noted that Path Tracing and DLSS Ray Reconstruction are scheduled for a post-launch update in the summer. Global accessibility options were also detailed, featuring menu narration, input remapping, and autocomplete functionality for quick-time events.

The detailed system requirements can be found below:

Minimum

• Performance: 1080p at 30 FPS
• Settings Preset: Low
• CPU: Intel Core i5-9500/AMD Ryzen 5 3500
• RAM: 16GB
• GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660/AMD Radeon RX 5700
• VRAM (Minimum): 6GB
• Storage: 80 GB minimum/SSD required
• OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit

Recommended

• Performance: 1080p at 60 FPS
• Settings Preset: Medium
• CPU: Intel Core i5-13500/AMD Ryzen 5 7600
• RAM: 16GB
• GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060Ti/AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT
• VRAM (Minimum): 8GB
• Storage: 80 GB minimum/SSD required
• OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit

Enthusiast 1

• Performance: 1440p at 60 FPS
• Settings Preset: High
• CPU: Intel Core i5-13500/AMD Ryzen 5 7600
• RAM: 16GB
• GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070/AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT
• VRAM (Minimum): 12GB
• Storage: 80 GB minimum/SSD required
• OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit

Enthusiast 2

• Performance: 4K at 60 FPS
• Settings Preset: High
• CPU: Intel Core i5-13500/AMD Ryzen 5 7600
• RAM: 16GB
• GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080/AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX
• VRAM (Minimum): 16GB
• Storage: 80 GB minimum/SSD required
• OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit

Ultra

• Performance: 4K at 200+ FPS (DLSS 4.5)
• Settings Preset: Ultra
• CPU: Intel Core i5-13600K/AMD Ryzen 7 7700X
• RAM: 32GB
• GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080
• VRAM (Minimum): 16GB
• Storage: 80 GB minimum/SSD required
• OS: Windows 10/11 64-bit

The studio clarified that the recommended RAM requirement has been finalized at 16GB for most presets, correcting earlier reports of a 32GB baseline for 1080p. 007 First Light will be available on Steam and the Epic Games Store, with console versions launching simultaneously on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is expected later this summer.

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