Archive for August 2024

Lian Li and Lamborghini Collab: O11D EVO RGB Automobili Lamborghini Edition To Launch September 13th

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The O11D EVO RGB Automobili Lamborghini Edition" a limited-edition PC case developed through a collaboration between Lian Li Industrial and Lamborghini, is set for release on September 13, 2024. This E-ATX compatible case, originally scheduled for an earlier launch, experienced a delay due to transportation issues and the impact of a typhoon.
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AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D Processor - Exclusive to Microcenter Bundle (for now)

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AMD has introduced the Ryzen 5 7600X3D, a 6-core, 12-thread processor based on the Zen 4 microarchitecture, enhanced with 3D V-Cache technology to boost gaming performance. The processor is exclusively available in the US through MicroCenter, priced at $299.99, and sold only as part of a bundle. This bundle includes the Ryzen 5 7600X3D, an ASUS TUF Gaming B650-Plus Wi-Fi motherboard, and a 32 GB (2x 16 GB) DDR5-6000 memory kit, with the total bundle cost set at $450. When purchased separately, these components would total approximately $630, offering a significant $180 discount in the bundle.
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Review: EnGenius affordable ECW526 - Impressive WIFI7 Cloud7 Access Point at $299

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EnGenius offers a range of advanced network products suitable for households, small offices, and professional businesses. Known for integrating the latest technologies, EnGenius has developed a reputation for providing robust network solutions. This review focuses on the new ECW526 2x2x2 Cloud7 Access WiFi 7 access point, compatible with the BE (Wi-Fi 7) standard.

AMD EPYC 9755 (Zen 5) CPU: 7-Zip Benchmark Performance vs 9754 (Zen 4)

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HXL (@9550pro) shared on platform X the 7-Zip Benchmark scores for AMD's EPYC 9755 Turin "Zen 5" processor, which features 128 cores.The EPYC 9755 is part of AMD's fifth-generation EPYC family, built on the Zen 5 architecture. It is equipped with 128 cores and 256 threads. The base clock speed is 2.70 GHz, with a boost frequency of up to 4.10 GHz. This represents a 33% increase in cores/threads and an 11% increase in clock speed compared to the previous generation. The EPYC 9755 includes 512 MB of L3 cache, 128 MB of L2 cache, and 10 MB of L1 cache, totaling 650 MB of cache. This is a 31% increase compared to the previous flagship, the EPYC 9654 (Genoa).
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LG Mass Produces 27-Inch 480Hz QHD OLED Gaming Panel with 0.02ms Response Time

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LG Display has officially begun mass production of a 27-inch 480Hz QHD gaming OLED panel, catering to the increasing demand for high-performance gaming displays. This panel, which sets a new standard in OLED technology, features an unprecedented 480Hz refresh rate and an improved GtG (Gray-to-Gray) response time, now reduced from 0.03ms to 0.02ms. This advancement is particularly advantageous for fast-paced gaming genres such as first-person shooters (FPS) and racing games.
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Back to School Sale Up to -91 %, Microsoft Windows 11 only $22 and Office at $27 (30/8/24)

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NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang: Every NVIDIA RTX PC Is an AI PC

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NVIDIA has been expanding its focus on AI and data center technologies. In this context, CEO Jensen Huang emphasized the convergence of gaming and AI technologies, stating that any PC equipped with an NVIDIA RTX GPU can be considered an AI-capable system. He pointed out that RTX PCs can deliver up to 1,300 TOPS (Tera Operations Per Second) of AI performance, and that there are currently over 200 RTX AI laptop models available from leading manufacturers.
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Acer Nitro Series Introduces Five New Gaming Monitors, Including a 360Hz 27-Inch Full HD Display

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Acer announced the launch of five new gaming monitors under its Nitro series, ranging in size from 27 to 34 inches. The "XV275Fymiiprx" model features a 27-inch Full HD display with a 360Hz refresh rate and 0.5ms response time. It utilizes an IPS panel, supports HDR 400, offers 99% sRGB color accuracy, and has a Delta E of less than 2. It includes AMD FreeSync Premium technology and provides two HDMI 2.0 ports and one DisplayPort 1.4. The stand is adjustable up to 110mm in height.
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ViewSonic Offers Laser Projectors with Up to 8500 ANSI Lumens for Big Spaces

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ViewSonic expands its Luminous Superior Series by launching high-brightness laser B2B projectors. With brightness levels reaching up to 8,500 ANSI Lumens, these projectors deliver exceptional visual experiences in large venues such as auditoriums, museums, and reception areas. By adding 6 new advanced models to the DLP technology lineup, ViewSonic offers the most comprehensive projector product line available, designed to meet the diverse needs of professional AV partners.
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AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin 24.8.1 driver download WHQL

Graphics cards - AMD Adrenaline (Windows 10/11) 474 Updated by Hilbert Hagedoorn 350

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AMD has released the latest update to its Software Adrenalin drivers for Radeon GPUs and integrated graphics, with version 24.8.1 offering a range of enhancements and optimizations. This update includes performance optimizations for Black Myth: Wukong, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Open Beta, Concord, and Star Wars Outlaws. Additionally, the update extends HYPR-Tune support to Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III,  Marvel's Spider-Man Remastered, and Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales, while also adding Anti-Lag 2 support for Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut.

CORSAIR Announces XENEON 34WQHD240-C QD-OLED Gaming Monitor

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The XENEON 34WQHD240-C QD-OLED Gaming Monitor features vibrant colors, true deep blacks, and high brightness for impressive visuals. Its sleek, white design and WQHD resolution suit gamers, multimedia enthusiasts, and content creators who need accurate colors. This monitor uses Samsung's latest 2024 QD-OLED panel in a 34-inch size. It offers a 21:9 cinematic aspect ratio and a curved 1800R display, enhancing the viewing experience for gaming, multimedia, and productivity tasks. It boasts up to 1000-nit brightness and covers up to 99% of the DCI-P3 color spectrum, ensuring detailed images with deep blacks and bright highlights.
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ASMedia ASM4242 USB4 Host Controller Chip Reaches Thunderbolt 4 Certification

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ASMedia announced that its USB4 host controller chip, ASM4242, has received Thunderbolt 4 certification, following its USB-IF certification earlier this year. This marks a significant milestone for the ASM4242, toward providing a comprehensive high-speed transmission solution and an outstanding user experience. The Thunderbolt 4 certification signifies that ASM4242 meets Thunderbolt's stringent standards in signal quality, compatibility, and reliability, ensuring exceptional connection stability and compatibility.
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AMD Shares Instinct MI300X GPU Performance in MLPerf V4.1 AI Benchmark

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AMD has released the performance results of its Instinct MI300X GPU in the MLPerf Inference v4.1 benchmark, an industry-standard assessment for AI hardware, software, and services. The results, announced on August 28, detail the capabilities of the MI300X when compared to Nvidia's H100 GPU. MLPerf, developed by MLCommons, is a benchmark suite designed to evaluate the training and inference performance of AI systems. It includes tests that cover a wide range of AI tasks, such as large language models (LLMs), natural language processing, computer vision, and medical image segmentation.
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MSI BIOS Update Introduces 105W TDP for Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X, 13% Performance Gain

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MSI will soon release a 105W TDP option for the Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X processors through its latest BIOS update for AM5 motherboards. This 40-watt increase yields a potential 13% improvement in multi-core performance, based on user testing. The 105W TDP option can be found in the OC tab of the MSI BIOS, positioned directly below the CPU ratio settings. This feature allows users to easily toggle between the standard 65W and the enhanced 105W power limit for these processors. The adjustment is straightforward, providing an accessible way to increase the processors' performance.
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Harman Kardon Aura Studio 4 Wireless Speaker Offered in New Color

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Harman Kardon has introduced a new light gray color option for its Aura Studio 4 wireless home speaker, known for its 360° omnidirectional sound. The Aura Studio 4 features an iconic transparent dome design, making it a distinct choice for home audio. The new light gray variant adds to the existing black model, providing users with more options to match their interior decor.
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SK hynix Develops Industry First 16 Gb DDR5 Using 1c Node on 10nm Process

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SK hynix has announced the successful development of the first 16 Gb DDR5 memory utilizing its 1c node, the sixth generation of the 10nm process technology. This advancement signifies a critical step in the further scaling of memory process technology towards the 10nm threshold. Despite the increasing challenges associated with advancing DRAM technology at this scale, SK hynix has overcome these technological barriers, leveraging its expertise from the fifth-generation 1b node.
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NVIDIA Blackwell Sets New Standard for Generative AI in MLPerf Inference Benchmark

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Training large language models is one challenge, but delivering LLM-powered real-time services is another. In the latest round of MLPerf industry benchmarks, Inference v4.1, NVIDIA platforms delivered leading performance across all data center tests. The first-ever submission of the upcoming NVIDIA Blackwell platform revealed up to 4x more performance than the NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPU on MLPerf's biggest LLM workload, Llama 2 70B, thanks to its use of a second-generation Transformer Engine and FP4 Tensor Cores.
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Razer Introduces Wolverine V3 Pro Wireless Esports Controller

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The Razer Wolverine V3 Pro is designed to give gamers a competitive edge with advanced customization, ultra-responsive inputs, and superior ergonomics. It features 4 mouse click back paddles, 2 claw grip bumpers, Razer Pro HyperTriggers, Hall Effect precision thumbsticks, and Razer HyperSpeed Wireless connectivity, all housed in a durable and comfortable design. Demonstrating its commitment to innovation and the console gaming community, Razer has expanded its Team Razer roster to include Eric "Snip3down" Wrona as its first controller esports athlete. Renowned for being the only esports athlete to win X-Games medals in both Apex Legends and Halo, Snip3down joins a collective of top esports athletes and organizations supported by Razer. Team Razer embodies the brand's dedication to the esports ecosystem and its support for those pushing the boundaries of competitive gaming.
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Elgato Partners with Adobe to Announce Plugins for Stream Deck

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Elgato announced its strategic collaboration with Adobe to integrate Photoshop with Stream Deck, enabling photographers, designers, and other digital professionals to fully immerse themselves in their craft with tactile precision and ease. To celebrate this feature-packed plugin's launch, Elgato and Adobe are offering two months of free access to Creative Cloud with the purchase of any Stream Deck device. Available exclusively on elgato.com, the limited-time deal gives people the opportunity to explore Adobe's full suite of industry-leading apps while experiencing the iconic, hands-on control Stream Deck brings to creative workflows.
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Intel Xeon W-3500 and W-2500 Workstation Processors: Sapphire Rapids Refreshed

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Intel has launched a new generation of Xeon workstation processors, called the Sapphire Rapids refresh, aiming to regain a competitive edge against AMD in the workstation market. The latest models, the Xeon W-3500 and W-2500 series, build on their predecessors, the W-3400 and W-2400. These processors maintain strong support for multiple GPUs, multi-threaded tasks, and stable memory performance. However, their single-threaded performance does not match Intel's Core i9 series, which is a vital consideration for potential buyers.
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Get Windows 10 for only $16, Windows 11 for $22 in Back to School Sale at Cdkeyoffer

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MSI MEG X870E GODLIKE Motherboard Surfaces: Advanced AM5 Slot for AMD Ryzen 9000 Series

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MSI introduced the MEG X870E GODLIKE motherboard, designed to support AMD Ryzen 9000 series processors. This motherboard stands out for its 28-phase power delivery system, aimed at ensuring stable and efficient performance for high-end computing tasks. The MEG X870E GODLIKE is built on an E-ATX form factor, measuring 288x304.8mm. It continues the trend of its predecessors in the GODLIKE series, such as the X670E chipset-based models, maintaining a similar robust design.
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Logitech Introduces Noise-Reduced Wireless Trackballs M575SP and MX Ergo S with Logi Bolt Support

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Logitech Corporation (headquartered in Minato, Tokyo) announced the release of two new wireless trackballs: the "Logitech ERGO M575SP" and the "Logitech MX Ergo S". Both models feature noise-reducing click buttons, which significantly reduce input noise by 80% compared to previous versions. These new trackballs, successors to the previous "M575" and "MX ERGO" models, incorporate quiet click buttons that reduce noise during operation by 80% compared to their predecessors. They also include support for Bluetooth and Logitech's proprietary Logi Bolt technology, which allows multiple compatible devices to be connected through a single receiver. The devices are compatible with "Logi Options+," enabling the assignment of multiple macros to a single button through Smart Actions.
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AMD Ryzen Processor Branch Prediction Optimization Now Available in Windows 11 23H2 KB Update

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AMD has announced a branch prediction optimization for its Ryzen processors, now available for Windows 11 version 23H2 through an optional update. This update targets AMD Ryzen processors built on the Zen 3, 4 and 5, enhancing gaming performance on regular Windows accounts, including non-local (online) accounts. Users can find this update under "Cumulative Update Preview for Windows 11 Version 23H2 for x64-based Systems (KB5041587)" in the Windows Update section. Applying the update requires a system restart.
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Antec Announces the FLUX Pro PC Case Series

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Available in both sleek black and striking white finishes, the FLUX Pro combines cutting-edge technology with sophisticated design to enhance any computing environment. The FLUX Pro stands out with its multi-directional vent design, which expertly engineers dual vertical and horizontal airflow channels to ensure every component remains cool under pressure. The case features fine mesh panels with a 1.2 mm thickness on the front and lower sides, enhancing dust filtration while promoting superior airflow.
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