Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 laptop: Intel Core Ultra 200, touchscreen and 25 hours of operation
Samsung unveils Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 laptop with Copilot+ certified processors Intel Core Ultra 200.
Intel introduces Core Ultra 200V Lunar Lake processors — energy efficient, with LPDDR5X-8533 and 16% faster in games than AMD HX 370
Intel has officially launched Core Ultra 200V Lunar Lake laptop processors. The company promises energy efficiency, a 30% performance advantage over competitors, and AI.
Khadas modular mini-PC — the first device with Intel Core Ultra 200V, NVIDIA RTX 4060 Ti and battery
The modular mini-PC with battery backup and discrete graphics is a surprise in itself. Khadas also adds processors Intel Core Ultra 200V Lunar Lake.
The history of Apple Silicon: how Apple’s ARM processors changed the computer industry
In 2020, Apple made a successful, correct and, without exaggeration, revolutionary step by announcing the transition to its Apple Silicon processors for Mac computers. This moment was the culmination of the company’s many years of work in the hardware industry, which began with the first attempts to create its own chips for the iPhone. The…
Processor, graphics card, or game engine? Looking for «narrow throat» in gaming systems
Which computer component is to blame for poor gaming performance? What is a «throat» or bottleneck in the PC world, who is to blame in the first place, and what should every PC gaming fan know? Or maybe it’s not the hardware at all? Let’s take this phenomenon one step at a time. What is […]
Intel vs AMD: «red» succeed in the battle for the processor market
Despite facing a difficult financial situation, Intel still holds the lion’s share of the global processor market. Its products for desktops, mobile devices, and data centers account for more than 70% of the market share. However, AMD is gradually eroding this dominance like warm water dripping onto a huge glacier.
Golden parachute: Intel gives up to €500,000 in severance pay for voluntary departures
In Ireland, Intel has offered employees from the Leixlip team a severance package of up to €500 thousand for voluntary resignation. Recently, Intel announced that it would lay off 15% of its employees to cut costs.
Second-generation Intel graphics card — Battlemage cores, more memory, better ray tracing
Specifications for Intel’s new second-generation Battlemage architecture graphics card have been leaked ahead of its likely launch. The GPU has 24 Xe2 cores and 12 GB of memory
Intel postpones Innovation 2024 event to 2025, fate of Arrow Lake processors in doubt
Intel has announced that it will postpone its Intel Innovation 2024 event to next year. This event has been held annually since Pat Helsinger took over the company.
PC of the month (August 2024)
Over the past few months, Ukrainians have been increasingly interested in laptops rather than desktops. As a result, prices in stores are changing in favor of PCs, so in this edition of the PC of the Month, we’ll take a look at classic configurations again, but with a focus on energy efficiency. We’ll select the […]
AMD processors fail twice as often as Intel 13th and 14th generations, — computer manufacturer
Puget Systems, a high-end computer manufacturer, has released statistics according to which failures of 13th and 14th generation Intel processors is just over 2%, while AMD Ryzen 5000 and 7000 systems have more than 4% failure rate.
Intel lays off more than 15,000 employees — the company’s shares plummeted by 20% on the news
Intel has fallen on hard times. In the second quarter of 2024, the chipmaker suffered a loss of $1.6 billion. This is significantly more than the company lost in the previous quarter – $437 million.
«Crashed» game — Intel processor to blame. Path of Titans warns users
Following complaints about Intel processors, game developers have taken notice. A message in Path of Titans names the Intel chip as a possible cause of the failure.
MSI MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI motherboard review: almost a flagship with a low price
Cool motherboards have always cost inadequate money, but MSI MAG Z790 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI breaks this stereotype. Despite the strong power supply, a generous set of modern interfaces, and a flagship chipset, the hero of the review has serious drawbacks, which we will discuss in more detail in this review. Technical specifications of MSI MAG…
Intel unveils Core i9-14901KE and eight more processors without energy-efficient cores — but not for everyone
Very soon after the rumors about Intel processors for the socket appeared LGA-1700 without energy efficient cores The company presented them. However, in a slightly different format, as part of the current 14th generation.
Not now, Intel! Processor maker launches poll about «favorite computer era» in the midst of a major IT outage
As the world tries to overcome the consequences of a disruption caused by a bug in the CrowdStrike antivirus update, Intel launches a poll about its favorite computer era.
«Intel sells defective processors»: Raptor Lake on laptops also «buggy»
Intel 13th and 14th generation processors (Raptor Lake) are affected by the failure of laptops. After information about problems with data center servers there was a report about Intel’s «sale of defective processors» for portable PCs.
Intel Bartlett Lake-S processors for LGA-1700 with a strange configuration will be released in 2025, — unofficially
According to the leak, Intel’s Bartlett Lake-S desktop processors will be released in 2025. These are hybrid processors with new Bartlett Lake (BTL) cores, as well as Alder Lake (ADL) and Raptor Lake (RPL).
Asus unveils ExpertBook P5 — its first laptop powered by Intel Lunar Lake processors
Asus has published a detailed review of its upcoming ExpertBook P5 laptop with the latest Intel Lunar Lake processors. However, the company steadfastly avoids mentioning Intel Lunar Lake or any specific chip. Instead, the processor is described as «next-generation Intel Core Ultra» with 45+ TOPS NPU.
13th and 14th generation Intel processors «glitchy» also on servers — suppliers advise AMD
It is already known that Intel processors of the 13th and 14th generations (Raptor Lake) have problems with stability particularly in games. However, youtuber Level1Techs found that the phenomenon is also common in data centers
Cable Matters unveils first Thunderbolt 5 cable for $23 — works as USB4 or TB 4 until devices are available
Almost a year after official debut Thunderbolt 5 the world’s first new standard cable is finally materializing. Cable Matters has introduced the Thunderbolt 5 cable, which offers full 120Gbps video bandwidth in 0.3m, 0.5m, and 1m lengths for $23, $27, and $33 respectively.
The characteristics of 9 Intel Core Ultra 200V (Lunar Lake) processors are known — chips will appear in September, there will be more models
The leak of the 9 processor lineup of Intel Core Ultra 200V (Lunar Lake), which includes the flagship Core Ultra 9 288V processors, was shared by the website VideoCardz. In the coming weeks, more information about Intel’s new processors is promised.
Intel Core i9 13 and 14 instability not resolved — new microcode patch only mitigates impact
Website Igor’s Lab reported that Intel has discovered the root of the stability problems with 13th and 14th generation Core i9 processors (Raptor Lake) with unlocked overclocking. Intel has prepared a corresponding microcode patch, but reported Tom’s Hardwarethat the update improves the consequences but does not solve the problem.
The worst computer components of 2024: what not to buy
How to build a profitable computer without making serious mistakes? It is enough to know the worst computer components in 2024 to avoid them. We have conducted a detailed analysis of the market of new and used PC parts and are ready to share useful information with our readers. There are much more good and […]
46 years of the x86 architecture — Intel 8086 processor introduced on June 8, 1978
The impact of the Intel 8086 processor on the computer industry is hard to overestimate. It pioneered the x86 architecture, which is still used in most computers today. Intel 8086, introduced on June 8, 1978, 46 years ago.
No USB-A and 10 Type-C: ASRock Taichi Aqua motherboard with unannounced Intel Z890 chipset
ASRock is demonstrating a wide portfolio of Intel Z890 and AMD X870 motherboards at Computex 2024. It is interesting that Intel has forbidden its partners to advertise the new boards as Z890, although they are actually already available. One of the new boards is Taichi Aqua — ASRock has announced the merger of the Aqua line with Taichi.
Intel introduces Lunar Lake — architecture with +18% performance, +50x faster Xe2 graphics and no Hyperthreading in P-core
Intel has revealed details of the Lunar Lake processor architecture during the Intel Tech Tour 2024 presentation ahead of the company’s Computex 2024 keynote. The new processors will feature significant improvements in every aspect of the design. Lunar Lake processors are primarily designed for laptops, although many of the fundamental…
Snapdragon computers were advertised by an actor who starred in an Apple Mac commercial and then — PCs for Intel
In the mid-2000s, Apple launched a long series of popular commercials in which actor John Hodgman played «PC» and Justin Long — «Mac». The videos claimed that Windows-based PCs were bad and Apple Macs — were good. However in 2021, Long appeared in a series of Intel videosto demonstrate the superiority of the company’s laptops over…
Intel and AMD will talk about Lunar Lake and Zen 5 processors at Hot Chips 2024 on August 26-27 — what we know about them now
Hot Chips 2024 conference published a detailed schedule of presentations by Intel, AMD, NVIDIA, and all other participants that will take place at the event. Over the course of three days, from August 25 to 27, physical and virtual attendees will be able to familiarize themselves with tutorials, presentations, and keynotes from representatives of…
A combination of two eras: Windows XP launched on Intel i486 processor
A retro computer enthusiast managed to run Windows XP on a computer with an Intel i486 processor. Now, for many people, the time of release of both seems like antiquity, but in fact, ten years have passed between the release of the processor and the OS — they are not compatible, that is, they were until now. Author set out ISO image of a modified…
Intel introduces Thunderbolt Share — an application for easily sharing files and peripherals across multiple PCs
Intel has introduced Thunderbolt Share, a program that allows you to share screens, keyboards, mice, and files across multiple computers. The software uses Thunderbolt technology for fast connections.
Dell’s plans for 2027 leaked: Intel Panther Lake and Nova Lake processors, three generations of Snapdragon X, NVIDIA RTX 50xx and 60xx graphics cards
A large leak from Dell contains plans for the laptop manufacturer, as well as Intel, Qualcomm, NVIDIA, and AMD. The materials were published by the website VideoCardz. The journalists came across the presentation while searching for information on current Dell XPS laptops with Qualcomm Snapdragon X processors. They stumbled upon a 300-page document…
Intel: motherboard makers got it all wrong — first official public statement on CPU issues
Intel has published an official statement about problems with the stable operation of processorsThe information is now intended for users of the respective processors and motherboards, not just manufacturers. Now the information is intended for users of the respective processors and motherboards, not just manufacturers. In short — despite…
Intel asks motherboard makers to implement a basic processor profile by May 31
Intel is once again non-publicly requiring board manufacturers to follow the recommended default profile for processors. This time, the company asks to add a profile called «Intel Default Settings» to the BIOS options and make it enabled by default.
A supercomputer with 8064 Intel Xeon chips and 313.3 TB of RAM is up for auction in the US — the bid is already over $280 thousand.
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is currently auctioning off a decommissioned 8064 supercomputer with 5.34 Petaflops Intel Xeon chips. Although the initial price was only $2500, the bid has already exceeded $280 thousand.
Intel said that motherboard manufacturers are overclocking processors by default and asked them not to do so
Intel has officially responded to the the problem of compatibility of proprietary processors with NVIDIA video cards. Igor Vallossek from the site Igor’s Lab has published a message from Intel to motherboard developers confirming that most of the blame for the situation lies with them. As a reminder, we are talking about video memory errors and…
NVIDIA graphics cards vs Intel processors: the hardware conflict is resolved by motherboard manufacturers
Motherboard manufacturers offer solutions compatibility issues between NVIDIA graphics cards and Intel processors 13 and 14 generations from the K-series. As expected, they changed the processor profiles and lowered the TDP limits that were too high. As a reminder, we are talking about video memory errors and stability issues when compiling shaders…
How an Intel Core i7-8700 processor for $3.25 works from a Japanese vending machine
Vending machines like this usually sell small toys, but this one is loaded with Intel processors from previous generations. Japanese YouTuber Sawara-San purchased an Intel Core i7-8700 processor after giving the machine 500 yen (about $3.25) and returning the handle. The chip was tested and found to be flawed.
Nvidia’s history: from children’s video games to world domination
Let’s talk about a successful company that has gone through a thorny path from a small electronics designer to the largest semiconductor technology empire — the story of Nvidia is a success story and an exemplary gold mine for shareholders. How did it all start, what is the GPU revolution, why are video games not […]
Mobile Intel processors in desktop PCs: Erying introduces motherboards for 13th generation Core HX
Erying specializes in integrating mobile processors into desktop PCs. Its new MoDT HX series of motherboards works with Intel’s Raptor Lake line up to the 24-core i9-13980HX. The company develops boards, cooling systems, and mounts needed to install a laptop chip and offers processor-specific kits.
NVIDIA graphics cards conflict with Intel Core 13 and 14 K-series processors, but motherboard manufacturers are to blame
NVIDIA has acknowledged the issues that Intel Core 13 and 14 K-series processors have with its graphics cards. These are usually stability issues or video memory errors that occur when compiling shaders in a game. But on the page dedicated to changes in the NVIDIA driver version 552.12 advises users should not contact it, but Intel, which has…
The global PC and laptop market has returned to growth after a two-year decline. The leader is still Lenovo
PC market, as expectedlast quarter returned to growth after a two-year decline, as evidenced by reports from leading analytical agencies IDC and Canalys: in the first quarter of 2024, about 60 million computers were sold worldwide (1.5% more than a year ago).
China bans the use of Intel and AMD chips in government computers
China has introduced new rules that ban the use of American AMD and Intel processors in government computers and servers, and block Microsoft Windows and foreign databases in favor of domestic solutions, reports Financial Times.
Intel to receive $8.5 billion to develop production in the US thanks to the CHIPS and Science Act
Under the CHIPS and Science Act, Intel receives a huge amount of assistance from the US government. According to a preliminary agreement reached with the Department of Commerce, the company can receive up to $8.5 billion in direct funding from the government.
Intel Core i9-14900KS – the world’s first 6.2 GHz desktop processor (and $700 price tag) was released
Intel has set a new frequency record for a mass-produced desktop processor. The company has introduced the Core i9-14900KS processor, which can reach a regular frequency of up to 6.2 GHz without overclocking, making it the fastest desktop CPU available to consumers. In doing so, Intel has broken its last year’s desktop CPU frequency record of…
Intel Arrow Lake processors will lose support for DDR4 memory and hyperthreading, but will have an NPU and 4 Xe graphics cores
The upcoming Intel Arrow Lake series of processors, expected to be released by the end of this year, will be the first general Intel lineup for desktops, laptops, and mobile devices to feature cores to accelerate artificial intelligence tasks.
The Intel Core i9-14900KS processor requires a higher voltage to reach 6.2 GHz, and the PBP reaches 150 W
The new Intel Core i9-14900KS processor is expected to go on sale around mid-March. However, it is obvious that some retailers are not waiting for the end of the official sales embargo, as photos of the boxes and the processors themselves can already be found online.
Microsoft is working with Nvidia, AMD, and Intel to improve upscaling in PC games. The joint project is called DirectSR
Microsoft has introduced a new Windows API designed to enable game developers to seamlessly integrate AI-powered ultra-high-resolution scaling features from Nvidia, AMD, and Intel.
Intel and ASML reach milestone «First Light» for state-of-the-art chip manufacturing tool
ASML and Intel said that the latter has achieved significant success with ASML’s latest High-NA lithography system by turning on the light source and making sure that the light flux hits the substrate. This indicates that the light source and mirrors are aligned correctly, which is a critical step in the growth process. «First light»…
Intel plans to launch 1nm manufacturing process in 2027 and invest $100 billion in production facilities
During the Intel Foundry Direct Connect event, the company announced that it plans to launch production/development of the Intel 10A node (1nm analog) at the end of 2027. At the same time, production based on the 14A (1.4 nm) node is scheduled for 2026. The company is also working on creating fully autonomous AI-based fabs in the future.
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