In a surprising move, NVIDIA has apparently started to use trimmed AD103 chips in some GeForce RTX 4070 GPUs. This change results in a 42.5% reduction in the maximum possible number of shaders to reach the level of the AD104. This is called salvage and such a recycling of leftovers is nothing new. The modification was first discovered by [...]
It has been known for some time that AMD will be launching its Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F in the DIY segment. Thanks to a tip from the leaker momomo_US, a worldwide release is probably also in the starting blocks. The AMD Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F are the latest APUs that fit into AMD’s AM5 socket. They are based on the Zen 4 [...]
Some of my articles mature like old wine and it’s certainly not wrong to look at them from time to time, even with current references. This is especially true now with regard to the current “drama” surrounding Intel’s CPUs and the move with the specs for the baseline. Nobody can pretend that Intel didn’t know anything [...]
One lapse of attention and there it was, the so-called “Next Gen” update for Fallout 4. Hurray for Steam as the cold-blooded executor of a digital outrage that is probably unparalleled in this form. What was supposed to be a grand reunion with the Commonwealth quickly turned out to be a tired copy of earlier promises. Bethesda, the [...]
If you take a look at MSI’s AMD 7000 series cards, you will notice that the selection is dwindling. Hardware Unbboxed has also noticed this again. Igor had already discussed this at the time of RDNA2, for example why certain cards are no longer sampled. The answer at the time was the same as it is now: Radeon cards were not the focus and the [...]
According to a report from Kepler_L2,AMD may have discontinued development of the high-end Navi-4X GPUs with RDNA-4 architecture, but leaks and information from the source code give us insight into what could have been. These GPUs were reported to offer 50% more shader engines than the flagship Navi-31 GPUs of the RDNA-3 generation. The top Navi [...]
I have not yet commented on the now ubiquitous investigations and explanations of the problems with Intel’s 13th and 14th generation K-CPUs, because pure speculation brings nothing but more speculation. As I also don’t use any special “OC features” from certain motherboard manufacturers in all launch reviews and also in my [...]
The NVIDIA NVK Vulkan driver for Linux has received a significant update, Phoronixand GitLab report, which is expected to significantly improve gaming performance through the implementation of implicit pipeline caching. This optimization technique allows the GPU to reuse rendered content and pipeline configurations, eliminating the need for [...]
After several companies have already announced that their AM5 motherboards will support the latest AMD Ryzen 9000 Zen 5 series, ASRock and Biostar are now joining this run. Accordingly, both companies announced support for AMD’s Ryzen 9000 desktop CPU series, codenamed Granite Ridge, in the next BIOS updates. These processors are based on [...]
With the Masterbox 600, COOLER MASTER aims to provide a solid basis for all price ranges of PC construction, from entry-level systems to high-end builds. It is certainly a difficult undertaking to design a case that is still compatible with the budget of an entry-level or mid-range PC, but offers such a wide range of functions that you could [...]
Unreal Engine 5.4 is finally here, bringing a range of improvements and new features that are exciting for both developers and gamers alike. With a focus on performance enhancements, visual improvements and advanced AI integration, this latest version takes the already impressive engine to a new level, enabling the creation of even more realistic [...]
In addition to its new P16v i Gen 2, P16s i Gen 3 and P14s i Gen 5 models, Lenovo has also introduced the ThinkPad P1 Gen 7, which is also the first to feature LPCAMM2 memory. But very slowly. First of all, what’s inside this new model from Lenovo? You can expect a 16-inch display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, narrow bezels for a screen-to-body [...]
The discussions about the correct and optimal application of thermal paste on CPU or GPU are as old as the pastes themselves. Whether blobs, sausages, circles, dots or whatever shape – the fear of applying too much or too little paste in the wrong place is huge, especially among first-time users and newcomers. Reason enough for our community [...]
Rambus should not be an unknown company to some. Among other things, it is known for its production of HBM, PCIe and CXL controller IP. Now it is continuing its portfolio and introducing its new GDDR7 memory IP, which is intended to further advance AI 2.0. First of all: What is the goal of AI 2.0? The aim is to obtain an interference model that [...]
LG Display, a global leader in display technologies, is taking gaming to a new level with the mass production of its new gaming OLED panels, reports PR Newswire. These panels offer unprecedented flexibility as users can adjust the refresh rate and resolution to their individual needs while gaming. Unique technology for a dynamic gaming experience [...]
No, you don’t have deja vu. I already tested this budget air cooler 3 years ago, but back then it was still in silver and under the SilentiumPC brand. What exactly motivated the manufacturer, which is now known as Endorfy, to bring out the cooler again? I have no idea. But with the new black finish and attractive price, we don’t want [...]
Update from 23.04.2024 at 09:45 am In the meantime, i.e. this morning, the outstanding amount has been validated on my bank account. You have to be fair and add that too, of course. Even though it obviously puts me at ease in this respect, my thoughts are still with my colleagues whose livelihoods depend on the outstanding wage payments. This [...]
Sapphire continues its journey with the B550I, building on its success and now presents its successor, the new Sapphire NITRO B650I WIFI Ultra Platinum motherboard. Long name, long journey. Sapphire has remained true to itself and sticks with the same motherboard format as the B550I and thus comes in a Mini-ITX form factor. An AM5 socket is [...]
I’ve lost track of how many of these small computers we’ve tested here with this design, but today we’re finally moving up a generation in processors. After a model with a 7940HS recently hit our benchmarks and your wallets like a bomb, the 7735Hs hopefully offers comparable performance at a more affordable price. Let’s [...]
With a breathtaking refresh rate of 540 Hz and a lightning-fast response time of 0.2 ms (GtG), the AG246FK offers a smooth and responsive gaming experience that will delight even the most demanding gamers. Technical data at a glance: Display: 24.1 inch TN panel Resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels (Full HD) Refresh rate: 540 Hz Response time: 0.2 ms [...]
