First review of the NVIDIA RTX 5050 — Intel Arc B580 is faster
NVIDIA did not provide the RTX 5050 for preliminary reviews, but some journalists have already managed to do so and test the card in full.
AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is faster than RTX 5070 Ti — new driver adds up to 27% performance
Sometimes drivers improve performance better than hardware changes but this time AMD managed a miracle — the Radeon RX 9070 XT has accelerated by a third.
Q-Code 92: $20,000 PC build fails despite numerous component replacements, including motherboard
A 3D graphics professional was faced with the difficulties that self-assembly of a PC build. Numerous component replacements, including the motherboard, had been unsuccessful.
Gamers ignore NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB — 16:1 sales in favor of 16 GB
Data from one of the largest German stores shows that players almost do not need the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Ti with 8 GB of memory. Its sales account for only 6% of purchases of the 16 GB variant.
Inno3D has tested the NVIDIA RTX 5050 — no independent tests on the release again
Video card manufacturer Inno3D has released benchmarks for the NVIDIA RTX 5050. Owners of the RTX 4060 8GB have no need to run to the store, but independent tests seem to be coming later.
Two NVIDIA RTX 3090 for $650, instead of 3080 — someone on eBay was lucky enough to get +$1000
The lucky buyer received two NVIDIA RTX 3090s for a total cost of only $650 instead of RTX 3080 that he ordered. He immediately recognized the «upgrade» by a distinctive hardware detail.
NVIDIA RTX 5070, 5070 Ti, and 5080 SUPER features — more memory, faster chips, 5060 SUPER coming soon
The insider, whose reports have been accurate so far, spoke about the configuration of three upcoming NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 SUPER graphics cards.
Ultra Turbo Mode on Gigabyte motherboards improves gaming performance by up to 35%
Gigabyte announced «the revolutionary» Ultra Turbo Mode performance enhancement feature for its Z890 motherboard line for Intel Core Ultra 200S Arrow Lake processors.
NVIDIA RTX 3080 Ti and AMD Ryzen 7 3800X for $30 — an American bought a PC at Goodwill
A Reddit user shared his successful purchase at the American second-hand goods chain Goodwill. In addition to NVIDIA RTX 3080 Ti and AMD Ryzen 7 3800X, the PC contains many other interesting things.
NVIDIA explains why desktop RTX 5050s have GDDR6, while laptop RTX 5050s have GDDR7 — the explanation is as follows
Many people were surprised by NVIDIA’s decision to use the previous GDDR6 memory standard in RTX 5050 desktop graphics cards, while laptop cards have GDDR7.
Asus unveils RTX 5090 and 5070 Ti BTF with hidden GC-HPWR power connector
ASUS has updated its proprietary BTF series of graphics cards. This time, the company has focused not only on technical specifications but also on ease of assembly. The new models in the series — GeForce RTX 5090 ROG Astral and RTX 5070 Ti TUF — have an innovative approach to power supply: now the power cable can be completely hidden from view.
The owner showed us an AMD Radeon GeForce RTX 9070 XT graphics card — yes, you read that right
The American went to a MicroCenter store to replace the video card — the result of unpacking the replacement was surprising. Despite this, the AMD Radeon GeForce RTX 9070 XT seems to be working fine.
NVIDIA RTX 5050 for desktops — with 8 GB of GDDR6, priced at $250
NVIDIA has announced RTX 5050 for desktop PCs, together with a mobile version video cards. As predicted by pessimistic forecasts, it received GDDR6 memory.
AMD Ryzen 5 9600X3D «lit up» online — 6 Zen 5 cores and 102.5 MB of cache
A holiday may soon be coming to the street of gamers on a tight budget — AMD accidentally lit up Ryzen 5 9600X3D processor. This is a budget representative of the line with 3D V-Cache on the new Zen 5 architecture. And if you thought that 6 cores — is a thing of the past, then don’t rush to bury this configuration.
Sycom graphics cards received Noctua — RTX 5070 Ti, 5070 and 5060 Ti coolers
When it comes to computer components, most users look at benchmark numbers, the number of cores, frequencies, and gigabytes. However, there is one thing that is rarely written on the box with a video card, but which literally cuts the ear — the noise level of the cooling system. It’s annoying when the computer is under the table and roars…
New ARM Travis cores — increase in instructions per clock cycle instead of frequency increase
Recently in the database of the Geekbench test package lit up the new MediaTek Dimensity 9500 mobile processor. It was thanks to this leak that we first saw the new high-performance ARM core codenamed Travis in action. The frequency turned out to be 3.23 GHz, not 4 GHz, as some expected. For comparison, the high-performance core in the Dimensity…
AMD releases Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9000 — 96 cores, up to 2 TB of memory and 128 PCIe 5.0 lines
AMD officially unveiled Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9000 (Shimada Peak) processors based on microarchitecture Zen 5. This is almost a server chip of EPYC Turin, but with functionality tailored for workstations. The company also created Threadripper 9000X versions and professional Radeon AI PRO R9700 graphics cards.
Microsoft Xbox announces strategic partnership with AMD — consoles, cloud services, and more
While gamers are thinking about whether to upgrade their Xbox Series X|S or look at portable devices, Microsoft is preparing an unexpected but quite logical step. The company has officially confirmed its long-term cooperation with AMD, which will form the basis for the next generation of Xbox. Thus, «red» chips will once again be at the heart of…
«The next level of scam»: YouTuber received four NVIDIA RTX 4090s, three were fakes
It is extremely difficult for an ordinary user to distinguish between counterfeit NVIDIA graphics cards with broken laser engraving on the chips. The repairman told us about the external signs.
This NVIDIA RTX 5090 costs $24,000 — what’s so special about it
Asus RTX 5090 ROG Astral Dhahab Edition is one of the most expensive NVIDIA graphics cards, but not that much. A special detail makes it attractive to the owner who spent a lot of money.
More 3D V-Cache: AMD releases Ryzen 5 5500X3D on Zen 3
Just when it seems that the Ryzen 5000 line is ready to be retired, AMD pulls out another new product. Quietly, without fanfare, the company has added to its website Ryzen 5 5500X3D processor. This is a simplified version of last year’s chip 5600X3Dwhich has slightly lower frequencies and still runs on the Zen 3 architecture. Apparently, AMD…
In the conflict between NVIDIA RTX 50 graphics cards and EVGA motherboards, duct tape wins
EVGA, once the most beloved company in the United States, is not doing well. The company has abandoned the production of video cards and cut back on other areas, such as technical support and software development.
First NVIDIA N1X — processor benchmark outperforms Core Ultra 9 285HX and Ryzen AI MAX+ 395
NVIDIA did not announce its own central processing unit at Computex 2025, but it exists, and its first test has appeared online. Right away, with an application for the top segment.
SDC introduces the first OLED monitor with 720 Hz frequency
Super Display Company (SDC) has introduced a Flash-Speed 540-Meta gaming OLED display with an extreme refresh rate of 720 Hz.
Increasing the memory of video cards: Samsung GDDR7 3 GB modules are now on sale
Currently, you can buy in China Samsung 3 GB modules GDDR7. This paves the way for NVIDIA RTX 50 graphics cards with more memory.
Kioxia prepares an SSD that is three times faster than any other available
Kioxia’s new XL-Flash SSD will deliver more than 10 million IOPS in small-block workloads. This is three times faster than the peak speed of today’s SSDs.
AMD unveils Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme and Ryzen Z2A — but why do handheld consoles need AI?
Portable game consoles are becoming increasingly popular. And to provide such devices with a sufficient performance margin, new components are needed. After a wave of rumors and leaks, AMD has finally confirmed an update to its Ryzen Z2 chip seriesthat are designed specifically for portable gaming consoles. The Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme and Ryzen Z2A are…
AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB is in short supply, prices are almost the same as RTX 5060 Ti
It seems that AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16GB graphics cards are losing their last chances. In the US and Europe, 16GB cards are in short supply — with prices almost as high as the best competitors.
Coracer GPE-01 graphene thermal pad for AMD AM5 is 17 times better than thermal paste and outperforms liquid metal
Chinese manufacturer Coracer has introduced graphene thermal pads for processors for the AM5 socket from AMD. Previously, GPE-01 was only compatible with Intel LGA1851 chips and LGA1700.
Integrated Intel graphics breaks the world record for GPU overclocking in terms of frequency
The overclocker SkatterBencher broke the world record for GPU frequency, but did not need a discrete graphics card. An Intel processor was enough.
NVIDIA RTX 5090 with a turbine based on a global chip appears in China
The graphics card market never ceases to amaze. This time, the source of the surprise was the Goofish platform (Alibaba’s equivalent of eBay), where very specific copies of video cards with the mysterious RTX 5090 32G D7 Turbo label appeared. They look like they are from a parallel reality where NVIDIA allows turbine cooling systems on its…
First reviews of AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB — in S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 as NVIDIA RTX 5060 8 GB
According to the first AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB gaming benchmarks, the card is closer to the NVIDIA RTX 5060 8 GB than the 5060 Ti 16 GB in «red» performance.
Super-compact MSI RTX 5060 INSPIRE ITX has a single cooler and fits in the palm of your hand
In recent years, we’ve gotten used to the fact that gaming graphics cards have grown in size and now occupy 2-3 slots and are quite long. They require large cases. And those users who prefer Mini-ITX systems for work or play are often left out of the game and limited to the choice of integrated graphics. And here MSI enters the scene with a…
Support for AMD Ryzen Zen 6 and Intel Core Ultra 3 now available in AIDA64
AMD’s new generation of processors and Intel’s budget chips are coming. Support for the next generation Ryzen on Zen 6 architecture and low-cost Arrow Lake-H/S is already in the AIDA64 beta.
AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB outperforms RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB in games — 5% slower, but $150 cheaper
The AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 16 GB gaming benchmark highlights the video card as an attractive option for the budget-conscious gamer. The slight loss of performance compared to the competition is offset by the price.
NVIDIA RTX 5080 from AX Gaming gets a hidden power cable and magnetic cover
When choosing a powerful graphics card, buyers often pay attention not only to the technical characteristics but also to the appearance and convenience of the layout. That is why video card manufacturers are constantly looking for new ways to stand out. This time, the Chinese brand AX Gaming has introduced the X3W Max series — a line of GeForce…
YouTuber places a PC with NVIDIA RTX 4060 in a chair — you can really burn
Don’t know where to put your gaming PC in a tight space? There’s a place where it won’t get in the way and no one will look. А NVIDIA RTX 4060 video card will provide comfort in winter.
Backpacks instead of NVIDIA RTX 5090 — buyer exposes fraudulent packaging at the factory
A Reddit user had received backpacks instead of an NVIDIA RTX 5090 video card in an undamaged packaged box. The trail leads to the factory.
NVIDIA RTX Pro 6000 for $10,000 — the new noisy «king of gaming»
As a rule, computer components with the Pro prefix are not intended for use in gaming systems. However, this does not stop enthusiasts from conducting experiments, so such devices still make their way to gaming computers. Video blogger and overclocking expert Roman der8auer Hartung asked himself the question «what if» and tested a professional…
AMD Ryzen 9000G chips with a powerful GPU will be released this year – according to Gigabyte
The processor industry is currently experiencing a temporary lull chip upgrade took place at CES 2025, and new processors are expected to be released later this year. But life does not stand still. While all the attention was focused on Computex 2025, AMD has been quietly preparing another novelty — hybrid chips with integrated graphics known as…
China builds its first GPU on 6nm process – NVIDIA RTX 4060 performance
As it turned out, something interesting is happening in the world of video cards not only in the laboratories of Nvidia, AMD, or Intel. Chinese startup Lisuan Technology reported announced the successful launch of its first in-house GPU, the G100, based on the TrueGPU architecture. This graphics card is the first in China to be produced on a…
Intel reinvents a new socket – coolers will be compatible
Intel is known for its frequent changes in processor sockets, which requires replacing the motherboard and cooling system when you buy a new processor. But this time, it seems, the company has changed its approach (here’s what it’s doing growth of the competitor’s market share). Although Intel is preparing another socket change…
First AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT benchmarks — 30% faster than RX 7600 XT
AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT with 16 GB of memory in Vulkan and OpenCL has been benchmarked in Geekbench. The video card is 25-31% faster than its predecessor.
Inno3D shows NVIDIA RTX 5090 and 5080 in one slot – how it’s possible
Inno3D has taken care of computer enthusiasts who prefer to build their own systems and want solutions with high performance and cooling efficiency. At Computex 2025, the company presented the new GeForce RTX 5090 Frostbite Pro and RTX 5080 Frostbite Pro graphics cards with an integrated water cooling system.
Replacing the thermal gel on Gigabyte Radeon RX 9070 XT reduces the temperature by 7°C
The cooling system is one of the key components of modern graphics cards. High temperatures of video memory often go unnoticed by users, although they can affect the stability and durability of the graphics adapter. Last month it was reported that Gigabyte’s RTX 50 graphics cards have a problem with thermal gel leakageand this is creates a…
A powerful competitor to Samsung and SK Hynix — China’s CXMT will produce DDR5 and HBM3
China’s huge ChangXin Memory Technologies, or CXMT, is moving to production of DDR5 memory and HBM3. This is a blow to Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron in the domestic market.
A computer in a typewriter case «pulls» vintage games
This computer with a slightly strange keyboard layout on the case was actually once an Optima SP 26 typewriter. Reddit user maniek-86 turned it into a PC.
Pulsar Feinmann mouse gets a Noctua fan for the palm of your hand
Sellers of gaming accessories periodically create new devices, and sometimes they come up with very unusual solutions. One of them is a mouse with a built-in fan that will literally help you cool down during hot gaming battles. This experimental device introduced Pulsar in cooperation with the well-known fan manufacturer Noctua.
The new 80 Plus Ruby power supply standard guarantees 96.5% efficiency — devices with 97.5% efficiency are already available
In today’s world, where digital services and artificial intelligence are penetrating new areas of our lives every day, data centers are becoming the true hearts of modern infrastructure. They power social networksThey process banking transactions, manage cloud services, and process artificial intelligence. But behind all this digital progress…
Micron PCIe 6.0 SSD with 30.25 Gbps speed debuts at Computex 2025
Solid state drives for PCIe 5.0 with transfer rates of 12-15 Gbps are no longer a surprise. But Micron decided to surprise with an SSD with a sequential read/write speed of 30.25 Gbps.
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