A report from Bloomberg (via TheNextWeb) shows that Nintendo has been able to bounce back slightly from its stock price cratering earlier in the month when the company not only announced a Nintendo Switch 2 price hike, but a declining fiscal year 2027 forecast for the new console's sales. The reason? Japanese investors are starting to pull away from investing in AI and back into more established and trusted entities, giving Nintendo a 6.8% jump on Tuesday, marking a three-day winning streak. It's also not the only Japanese developer benefiting from the AI exodus, as Bandai Namco and Konami both […]

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ASUS has collaborated with LOL legends to bring special edition RTX 50 series mid-range GPUs. ASUS Collaborates With League of Legends Team, T1, to Launch RTX 5070 and RTX 5060 Ti T1 Graphics Cards Popular hardware manufacturer, ASUS, has collaborated with League of Legends world champions, T1, to bring its new GeForce RTX 50 series special edition cards. The company today debuted the T1 GeForce RTX 5070 OC and T1 GeForce RTX 5060 Ti OC 8 GB cards for T1 fans. The new GPUs boast T1-inspired aesthetics on both the shroud and the backplate, embodying the T1's never-say-die spirit. Despite […]

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AOC has launched the Q27G4KDP OLED gaming monitor in China, featuring a dual-mode design that lets users switch between QHD at 540Hz and HD at 720Hz.

According to DisplaySpecifications, the AOC Q27G4KDP uses LG's 4th-generation OLED panel with a 4-stack Primary RGB Tandem structure and AGLR (anti-glare low reflection) technology. The 27-inch WOLED panel provides native 10-bit colour, 99.5% DCI-P3 gamut coverage, and a factory-calibrated average ΔE < 2. According to AOC, the monitor achieves a peak brightness of 1500 nits in HDR highlights and carries the VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification. For eye comfort, the unit incorporates hardware low-blue-light technology and is TÜV-certified as flicker-free.

AOC specifies a grey-to-grey response time of 0.02ms. The Q27G4KDP is officially NVIDIA G-Sync compatible and features VESA ClearMR 21000 certification. Integrated gaming tools include Dark Field Control, Game Color, crosshair overlays, dynamic reticle options, and a real-time frame-rate counter.

Connectivity includes DisplayPort 2.1 and two HDMI 2.1 ports, along with USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and an audio output. The included stand provides height, tilt, swivel, and pivot adjustments. Software features include Picture-in-Picture, Picture-by-Picture, and customisation via AOC G-Menu.

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KitGuru says: The Q27G4KDP seems to be a more affordable alternative to the AGON Pro AGP277QKD, offering pretty much the same feature set in a more basic-looking package.

MSI has recently launched a series of RTX 5070 graphics cards in collaboration with Blizzard and World Of Warcraft. There are two versions of the Midnight-themed cards: Void and Light editions. We took the Void edition and made an MSI World of Warcraft Midnight build featuring the special-edition graphics card and the brand-new Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus CPU!

Graphics Card: MSI GeForce RTX 5070 12G World of Warcraft MIDNIGHT VOID EDITION OC – Available from Currys for £719.99 HERE.

• TRI FROZR 4 Cooling – MSI’s latest thermal design brings upgraded fans and refined airflow control for lower temperatures and quieter operation under load.
• Factory Overclocked – ships with an “Extreme Performance” clock of 2625 MHz via MSI Centre, giving you an out-of-the-box boost without any tinkering.
• Blackwell Architecture + DLSS 4 – built on NVIDIA’s latest platform with AI-enhanced rendering and multi-frame generation, pushing both performance and image quality forward.
• 12GB of GDDR7 VRAM – fast 192-bit memory running at 28 Gbps, providing plenty of bandwidth for modern titles and high-resolution workloads.

Specifications

• Model: G507012WMVEC
• Graphics Processing Unit: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070
• Interface: PCI Express Gen 5
• Core Clocks: Extreme Performance 2625 MHz (MSI Centre) / Boost: 2610 MHz
• CUDA Cores: 6144 Units
• Memory: 28 Gbps 12GB GDDR7 192-bit
• Outputs: DisplayPort x3 (v2.1b), HDMI x1 (up to 4K 480Hz or 8K 120Hz with DSC, VRR, HDR)
• HDCP Support: Yes
• Power Consumption: 250 W
• Power Connectors: 16-pin x1 (ATX 3.1 PSU recommended)
• Recommended PSU: 650 W
• Dimensions: 338 x 140 x 50 mm
• Weight: 1187 g (card) / 1705 g (package)
• API Support: DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6
• Maximum Displays: 4
• G-SYNC® Technology: Yes
• Digital Maximum Resolution: 7680 x 4320

Motherboard: MSI MAG B860 Tomahawk WiFi – Available now from Scan priced at £199.99 HERE.

• Serious power delivery – 12+1+1+1 Duet Rail VRM with 60A SPS and dual 8-pin CPU connectors is built to keep Intel Core Ultra CPUs powered correctly during sustained load.
• PCIe 5.0 ready – Full PCIe 5.0 support for GPUs and a Gen5 M.2 slot, designed to support the latest hardware and future upgrades.
• Generous Connectivity – Wi-Fi 7, 5G LAN and Thunderbolt 4 for cutting-edge networking and high-bandwidth I/O.
• Proper thermal design – extended heatsinks, 7W/mK thermal pads and M.2 Shield Frozr II all work together to keep temps in check under heavy gaming or workstation loads.

Specifications

• Chipset: Intel B860
• CPU Support: Supports Intel® Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
• Socket: LGA 1851
• Memory: 4× DDR5 UDIMM slots (up to 256GB) 9200 – 6400 MT/s (OC) 6400 – 4800 MT/s (JEDEC)
• Onboard Graphics (iGPU required): 1× HDMI 2.1 (up to 8K 60Hz), 1× DisplayPort 1.4 (up to 4K 60Hz), 1× USB Type-C (DisplayPort 2.1 via Thunderbolt 4, up to 8K 60Hz / 4K 120Hz)
• Expansion Slots: 2× PCIe x16 slots, 1× PCIe x1 slot, PCI_E1: PCIe 5.0 x16 (CPU), PCI_E2: PCIe 4.0 x1 (Chipset), PCI_E3: PCIe 4.0 x4 (Chipset, drops to x2 if PCI_E2 in use)
• Audio: Realtek ALC897 codec, 7.1-channel HD audio, S/PDIF output support
• Storage: 3× M.2 slots – M.2_1: PCIe 5.0 x4 (CPU), M.2_2: PCIe 4.0 x4 (Chipset, supports up to 22110), M.2_3: PCIe 4.0 x4 (Chipset), 4× SATA 6G ports
• RAID Support: RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 (SATA)
• Thunderbolt 4: 1× rear port (up to 40Gbps), USB4 (20Gbps), USB 3.2 (10Gbps) backward compatibility
• USB Connectivity: 4× USB 2.0, 4× USB 10Gbps Type-A, 1× USB 10Gbps Type-C, 1× USB 40Gbps Type-C (Rear) / 4× USB 2.0, 2× USB 5Gbps Type-A, 1× USB 10Gbps Type-C (Front)
• LAN: Intel® Killer E5000 5Gbps LAN
• Wireless & Bluetooth: Intel® Killer BE1750x Wi-Fi 7,Bluetooth 5.4
• Internal I/O: 1× ATX, 2× CPU, 1× PCIe 8-pin, 1× CPU fan, 1× pump/sys fan, 5× system fans, RGB: 3× ARGB Gen2, 2× RGB, 4× USB 2.0, 2× USB 5Gbps Type-A,1× USB 10Gbps Type-C, 2× Front panel headers, Front audio, Chassis intrusion, TPM 2.0 header, JDASH tuning controller
• LED Features: 4× EZ Debug LEDs, 1× EZ Memory Detection LED
• Rear Panel / Ports: Clear CMOS Button, DisplayPort, USB 2.0 (Flash BIOS Port), 5G LAN, USB 10Gbps Type-A, Audio Connectors, Flash BIOS Button, Thunderbolt 4 40Gbps (Type-C), HDMI, USB 2.0, USB 10Gbps Type-A, USB 10Gbps Type-C, Wi-Fi / Bluetooth, S/PDIF-OUT

CPU Cooler: MSI MPG CoreLiquid P13 360 – Available now from Scan priced at £149.99 HERE.

• Curved Glass CPU Block – Curved glass housing a 2.1-inch IPS LCD screen with 480 x 480 resolution and 600 nit peak brightness that can be configured and customised to display real-time system info, animated visuals or used as a secondary display.
• Universal Mounting System – Upper mounting bracket compatible with current Intel and AMD desktop sockets makes installation a simple process, while the cables hidden in tube sleeving provide a super clean aesthetic.
• Latest Cooling Engine – It's equipped with a new generation screwless full-plane copper base that enhances water tightness and ensures reliable operation, while the 0.1mm micro channel cold plate absorbs heat for efficient CPU heat dissipation and cooling.

Specifications

• CPU Socket Compatibility:Intel LGA 1700 / 1851, AMD AM5/AM4
• Radiator Material: Aluminium
• Radiator Dimensions:394 x 119.6 x 27.2mm
• Radiator Tube Length: 390mm
• CPU Block/Pump Dimensions: 70 x 80 x 75mm (approx.)
• Pump Speed: 3400 RPM ± 340 RPM
• Cold Plate Material: Micro-Skived Copper
• Pump Connector: 4-pin PWM
• Pump Noise (dBA): 20 dBA ( avg )
• VRM Fan:N/A
• Fan Dimensions: 120 x 120 x 25 mm
• Fan Speed (PWM): 500~2050 ± 150 RPM
• Fan Max Airflow: 89 CFM
• Fan Max Static Pressure: 59 mmH20
• Fan Noise: 7 dBA (max)
• Fan Bearing: Rifle bearing
• Fan Connector: 4-pin PWM + 3-pin 5V ARGB
• LCD Screen: 1” IPS 480 x 480
• Warranty: 3 years

Power Supply: MSI MAG A750GLS PCIE5 750W – Available now from Amazon priced at £104.22 HERE.

• Compact Size – 150 mm long and 150 mm wide ATX form factor ensures a comfortable and easy fit in most PC cases, freeing up more space for cable management and airflow.
• 80 Plus Gold Certified – Up to 90% efficiency, ideal for powering hardware with high energy demands, such as GPUs and CPUs.
• Native 12V-2×6 – Equipped with native 12V-2×6 PCIe connector to deliver up to 600W of power to support PCIe 5.1 GPUs.
• Durable Design – Featuring LLC half-bridge with DC-to-DC converter and an active PFC design ensures a reliable output with OCP / OTP / OPP / SCP / OVP / UVP / SIP / NLO protection.

Specifications

• Efficiency Rating: 80 PLUS Gold (up to 90%)
• Modular: Yes (Fully Modular)
• Cooling: 135 mm Fan With Fluid Dynamic Bearing
• Dimensions (D × W × H): 150 × 150 × 86 mm
• Electrical: Active PFC
• Input Voltage Range: 100–240V~
• Input Frequency Range: 50–60 Hz
• Rated Power: 750W
• Power Excursion: 1650W (up to 220% for 100μs)
• Protections: OCP/OTP/OPP/SCP/OVP/UVP/SIP/NLO
• Connectors: 1× ATX, 2× EPS, 1× PCIe 5.1, 4× PCIe, 5× SATA, 2× Peripheral, 1× FDD (4 pin)

Build Specification:

• CPU – Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus
• Motherboard – MSI MAG B860 Tomahawk WiFi
• Graphics Card – MSI GeForce RTX 5070 12G World of Warcraft MIDNIGHT VOID EDITION OC
• Memory – 48GB (2 x 24GB modules) G.SKILL Trident Z5 CK RGB DDR5-8200
• Storage – 1TB TeamGroup T-Force Cardea A440 Pro Special Series M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD
• CPU Cooler – MSI MPG CoreLiquid P13 360
• Power Supply – MSI MAG A750GLS PCIE5 750W
• Chassis – Lian Li Lancool 217 INF
• Operating System – Windows 11

Be sure to check out the RTX 5070 World of Warcraft Midnight Edition on Currys HERE.

KitGuru says: This new series of graphics cards will certainly appeal to die-hard World Of Warcraft fans and the bold colour schemes bring some life to your PC build!

AOC has introduced the AGON Pro AGP277QKDC, a 27-inch gaming monitor featuring a 4th Gen WOLED panel. The display offers native 1440p resolution at 540Hz, with a dual-mode feature that can reach 720Hz at 720p.

According to TFTCentral, the AGP277QKDC uses LG Display's latest Primary RGB Tandem WOLED technology. In this case, the panel features a 2560×1440 resolution, 0.03ms G2G response time, and a 1.5million:1 contrast ratio. In SDR mode, the panel reaches 335 nits, while HDR performance is certified under VESA DisplayHDR TrueBlack 500, with a peak brightness of 1500 nits at 1.5% APL.

Image credit: TFTCentral

The monitor supports 10-bit colour depth and covers 99.5% of the DCI-P3 colour space. For variable refresh rate performance, the unit is certified as NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible and supports adaptive-sync. User features include an anti-glare coating, flicker-free technology, and a stand with height, tilt, swivel, and pivot adjustments. I/O options include one DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20), two HDMI 2.1 ports, and two USB-A data ports. A USB Type-C port is also included, supporting DP Alt mode, data, and 65W power delivery. The display also integrates a KVM switch, PiP/PbP support, a headphone jack, and dual 5W speakers.

AOC provides a 3-year warranty that covers OLED burn-in. While an official product page is not yet available, the monitor is expected to retail for €849 upon its launch in June 2026.

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KitGuru says: Would you get a dual-mode OLED monitor to play at 720p to max out the refresh rate?

Recently, we purchased a handful of portable flat-panel monitors. Among these was AOC’s 16T20, an entry-level offering that sports a 15.6-inch 1080p IPS panel. Currently priced just $49 on Amazon (at the time of writing), the 16T20 is amongst the cheapest 1080p portable monitors on the market, offering a relatively bare feature set in exchange […]

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In our Supermicro SYS-112D-40C-FN8P review, we see how this system leverages the Intel Xeon 6 SoC (Granite Rapids-D) to provide 8x 25GbE

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The latest Agon Pro gaming monitor from AOC looks to be very impressive. It is the first of their monitors to sport a 4th Generation QD-OLED Penta Tandem panel, a newer type of panel that aims to push OLED brightness and longevity to new heights. 

According to Displayspecifications, the display features native 4K UHD resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate, a 0.03ms GtG response time, and an Nvidia G-Sync Compatible certification, ensuring motion remains fluid and tear-free. However, what sets the AG326UZD2 apart from previous iterations is its focus on panel durability and environmental adaptability. The new Penta Tandem architecture is paired with EL Gen 3 materials and DarkShield 3.0, AOC's latest anti-reflection coating. DarkShield 3.0 (likely Samsung's QuantumBlack film) is specifically engineered to preserve the “True Black” performance of QD-OLED even in well-lit rooms, a common issue for early QD-OLED adopters.

The monitor features a native 10-bit colour depth, covering 99% of the DCI-P3 gamut with factory-calibrated accuracy, achieving a Delta E < 1. On the HDR front, the display carries the VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification. While typical SDR brightness sits at a robust 300 nits, the panel can reach a peak HDR brightness of 1000 nits at a 3% APL (Average Picture Level).

The AG326UZD2 also features a comprehensive suite of modern ports, including DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1. The inclusion of USB-C with 65W Power Delivery and DisplayPort Alt Mode makes it a viable single-cable solution for high-end laptops.

KitGuru says: If you're in the market for a high-end OLED/QD-OLED gaming monitor, the new AOC Agon Pro AG326UZD2 might be worth a look. 

A Taiwanese hardware maker has announced a high-end 1080p monitor that it claims to be the first one to feature an 800 Hz refresh rate. AUO Announces Various High-End Gaming Monitors at Touch Taiwan 2026, Including Dual Mode 4K Display and World's First 1080p 24-inch 800 Hz monitor At the Touch Taiwan 2026 event, the monitor maker AUO announced updates on its display technologies, including the mass production of its Micro LED. Among the new displays, a couple of high refresh rate monitors were also announced, which supposedly include the world's first 24-inch 1080p gaming monitor that can run at […]

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It seems that running the newly launched edge CPU on a regular Z790 motherboard can work if you can tweak the BIOS just right. User Makes Running Intel P-Core-Only Bartlett Lake CPU on a Mainstream Z890 Motherboard Possible Through BIOS Modded by Claude The dream of getting Intel's only 12 P-Core Bartlett Lake CPU running on a consumer LGA 1700 motherboard is coming true. The Bartlett Lake Core 9 273PQE, which we saw sitting on a white ASUS LGA 1700 motherboard a few weeks ago, can also run on it, provided you are skilled enough to tweak the BIOS. Fortunately, […]

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If you are shopping for a QD-OLED with a 3440×1440 resolution that is at least 34" in size, you might want to check out AOC's Agon Pro AG346UCD.  It can hit a…

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is reportedly preparing to shake up the mobile computing market at Computex in June. It is claimed that Nvidia will be launching new Arm-based processors for laptops, including the N1 and N1X. 

Reports from CTEE (via VideoCardz) indicate that Nvidia has booked substantial space at the Taipei International Convention Center for the first week of June. This aggressive scheduling aligns with recent leaks of a “GB10-derived” consumer SoC, the result of a high-profile partnership with MediaTek.

While Qualcomm has spent the last two years attempting to legitimise the Windows-on-Arm (WoA) platform with the Snapdragon X Elite, Nvidia is reportedly aiming for a “day-one” advantage by leveraging its dominance in graphics and AI.

The N1X is tipped to be the flagship of this new family, reportedly featuring a 20-core Arm CPU paired with a Blackwell-based iGPU. Meanwhile, the standard N1 silicon is expected to target mainstream efficiency, bringing AI inference capabilities to everyday productivity laptops.

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KitGuru says: The N1X should have plenty of GPU power for gaming, assuming current rumours are accurate, so we'll be particularly keen to see that chip in action. 

New LLVM patches confirm additional RDNA 4m variants alongside GFX1170 with similar instruction capabilities. AMD Quietly Expands Next-Gen iGPU Roadmap by Adding New RDNA 4m Graphics Targets, GFX1171 and GFX1172 Earlier compiler patches showed that RDNA 4m incorporates several RDNA 4-style instruction-set upgrades, such as support for FP8 and BF8 data formats, along with WMMA matrix instructions used in AI workloads. Now, AMD is further expanding its next-gen integrated GPU roadmap, as new Linux compiler patches unveil two additional RDNA 4m graphics targets. These are the GFX1171 and GFX1172. These targets are now joining the recently discovered GFX1170, confirming that […]

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Weirdly, the latest open-world title developed by Pearl Abyss doesn't even run on Intel GPUs. Crimson Desert Developer, Pearl Abyss, Confirms The Game Does Not Support Intel Arc GPUs; No Indication of Future Support Either [Update - 3/21/2026] - Intel has offered a statement on the lack of Arc GPU support in Crimson Desert: "We’re aware that Crimson Desert currently doesn’t launch on systems with Intel GPUs and we’re hugely disappointed that players using Intel graphics hardware can’t jump into the world of Pywel at launch. Getting games running smoothly is always a partnership between developers and hardware makers. Over the […]

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With chip shortages set to drive PC hardware prices up further in 2026, the current Spring sales might be a good time to upgrade to avoid higher prices and stock shortages down the line. There are a number of good deals to be found right now on the graphics card front.

Earlier this week we covered a lengthy list of MSI deals covering graphics cards, cases, PSUs, coolers and gaming monitors. Now, Nvidia has sent us a couple more UK graphics card deals to highlight, bringing RTX 5070 GPUs back down below MSRP levels for the first time in months.

The Asus RTX 5070 Dual OC 12GB graphics card is back down to £499.99 at both OverclockersUK and CCL Computers. Right now, this graphics card is also part of Nvidia's Resident Evil Requiem promotion, so you can get a free copy of the game on Steam along with the graphics card.

If you are after something else, like an RTX 5070 Ti, or an RTX 5060 series GPU, then there are some deals to be found there too via MSI.

KitGuru Says: Are you planning on upgrading your gaming PC this year?

AOC is adding another compact and portable IPS monitor to its line-up. The new AOC 16T20E2 offers users an easily transportable display with wide viewing angles and accurate colours, ideal for multi-monitor work with a laptop.

The monitor is impressive for its slim and light profile, measuring in at just 9mm thick and weighing under 1kg, making it one of the slimmest and lightest portable monitors on the market. At this size, it is also easy to fit in a backpack, laptop bag or carry-on, making it ideal for business trips. It also has a 3H hardness for scratch resistance for more durability during travels.

As noted earlier, the display here is a 16-inch IPS panel with 1080p resolution and a 60Hz refresh rate, along with a 4ms GtG response time. The 1000:1 contrast ratio ensures clear distinction between dark and light content, while the wide 178°/178° viewing angles maintain consistent colour accuracy even when viewed from the side.

As far as connection options go, the AOC 16T20E2 offers USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode, along with a Mini HDMI port and a headphone output. The monitor also comes with a magnetic cover to keep it protected during transport – the cover can also be used as an adjustable stand.

The AOC 16T20E2 portable monitor will be available starting this month, priced around £89.99.

KitGuru Says: Have you used a portable monitor before?

ASRock has put its mark on the record books. This week, a new overclocking world record was achieved using an ASRock X870E Taichi OCF motherboard, along with an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D processor.

Professional overclocker Alex2305 used the hardware to set a new PCMark 10 Express benchmark world record, scoring 14290 points, enough for the 1st Place position.

The ASRock X870E Taichi OCF motherboard was designed with overclocking in mind, with the board including an advanced power delivery system, premium components and an optimised PCB layout to achieve stability under extreme workloads. As you may expect, they are pleased with the world record result.

KitGuru Says: Another impressive world record. We will no doubt see some more records set in the months ahead as we get closer to the OC World Cup at Computex.

Rambus has announced the development of its fastest HBM controller yet, based on the HBM4E standard, offering up to 16 Gbps transfer speeds per pin. Ready For Next-Gen AI Data Center Superchips, Rambus Intros HBM4E Memory Controller As expected, Rambus has developed the world's fastest HBM4E memory controller, offering a 60% boost over its HBM4 controller with up to 16 Gbps pin speeds (vs 10 Gbps on HBM4) and up to 4.1 TB/s of total bandwidth per module (vs 2.56 GB/s on HBM4). The HBM4E standard will be utilized by NVIDIA's Rubin Ultra GPUs and AMD's MI500 series accelerators. Press […]

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