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AMD announce global rollout of the RX 9070 GRE, which is slower than the standard model for the same original MSRPAMD has announced the global release of the RX 9070 GRE, a less powerful version of the RX 9070 previously exclusive to China. The GRE model will be available starting June 2nd for an MSRP of $549, despite offering lower specifications than the standard RX 9070. This move is attributed to the ongoing memory crisis in the hardware market.
AMD CPUs will now support socket AM5 motherboards until 2029, for long term easy CPU upgradesAMD has announced that its Socket AM5 platform will receive support for new CPUs until 2029, extending its lifespan by two years. This commitment aims to provide long-term upgrade paths for consumers, contrasting with Intel's shorter support cycles. The company also revealed updated pricing and availability for several Ryzen CPUs, including the relaunch of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D and the new Ryzen 7 7700X3D.
AMD launch the Radeon RX 9070 GRE, Ryzen 7 7700X3D, expanded socket AM5 support and moreAMD announced new hardware at Computex 2026, including the Ryzen 7 7700X3D CPU and the Radeon RX 9070 GRE GPU, both launching in June and July 2026 respectively. The company also reaffirmed its commitment to socket AM5 support through 2029 and teased advancements in AMD EXPO memory technology.
Computex 2026: NVIDIA’s RTX Spark Is a Big Swing at the Future of Premium LaptopsNVIDIA unveiled the RTX Spark, a new Arm-based chip for laptops and compact PCs, at Computex 2026. Developed with MediaTek, it aims to deliver RTX 5070-level performance for AI, content creation, and gaming, while offering improved efficiency and battery life. The chip supports local AI agent execution and enhanced creative workflows in Adobe software, positioning NVIDIA as a competitor in the mobile computing market.
Asus Unveils ROG XBOX Ally X20 With OLED Display, TMR JoysticksAsus has unveiled the ASUS ROG Ally X20, an updated version of its handheld gaming PC featuring an OLED display and TMR joysticks. The X20 will be bundled with ROG XREAL R1 Edition 20 AR glasses to celebrate the Republic of Gamers brand's 20th anniversary. While it shares the same AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme chip and 1TB storage as its predecessor, the new OLED screen is larger at 7.4 inches and boasts a 120Hz refresh rate and 1400 nits peak brightness.
Computex 2026: AMD Celebrates AM4 While Giving Gamers More Affordable New HardwareAMD announced new hardware options at Computex 2026, including a commemorative re-release of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D for the AM4 platform and the new Ryzen 7 7700X3D for AM5. The company also expanded availability of the Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card and introduced its EXPO Ultra Low Latency memory standard.- AMD's Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card is now available to purchaseAMD's Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card is now available for purchase globally. This marks the first time the card is accessible outside of the Chinese market.
- AMD unveils the $329 Ryzen 7 7700X3D, brings back the 5800X3D for $349AMD has announced new gaming-focused processors, including the Ryzen 7 7700X3D priced at $329 and the Ryzen 7 5800X3D, which is being re-released for $349. These chips are designed to enhance gaming performance.
There's one game Don't Nod narrative designer Nina Freeman won't ever uninstall from her PC, because it's banned on Steam: 'It's tragic, because everyone should play this game'Narrative designer Nina Freeman discusses her PC gaming habits, highlighting Devotion as a game she will never uninstall due to its quality and controversial Steam ban. She also shares her most played game, Dota 2, and her appreciation for complex branching narratives in titles like Scarlet Hollow.- Saturday Tech BitsAMD is expanding its Zen 6 family support within Linux, suggesting a broader range of upcoming CPUs. The article also touches on the ATX12VO V3 standard, which aims to reduce connector size and improve power efficiency with a new 8-pin design.
AMD chief Dr. Lisa Su tells MIT graduates, 'Technology itself does not decide what the future looks like. People…AMD CEO Lisa Su addressed the MIT graduating class of 2026, emphasizing that people, not technology, shape the future. While acknowledging the growing presence of AI in the job market, Su stressed its role as a tool that requires human judgment and responsibility, contrasting with more alarmist sentiments expressed by other speakers.
Intel just announced two powerful new gaming handheld CPUs, and the timing couldn't be betterIntel has announced its new Arc G3 range of gaming CPUs designed exclusively for handheld PCs, aiming to compete with AMD's dominance in the market. These new chips feature powerful Arc B390 GPUs and power-efficient CPUs, with early tests showing significant performance gains over AMD's offerings. Acer, MSI, and OneXPlayer are confirmed partners for upcoming devices utilizing these new Intel processors.
ByteDance has had enough of waiting months for processors, so it's going to make them itselfByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is reportedly developing its own CPUs to support its artificial intelligence infrastructure and reduce reliance on external chip manufacturers like Intel and AMD. The company is exploring both Arm and RISC-V architectures for its custom silicon. This move follows similar initiatives by other major tech companies such as Google, Microsoft, and Amazon.
AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE leak hints at impending worldwide launch for the mid-range GPUA new rumor suggests that AMD's China-exclusive Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card may be getting a worldwide release. This mid-range GPU, which sits between the RX 9070 and RX 9060 XT, could offer a compelling price-to-performance ratio for gamers. Retail packaging spotted for the global market and potential Newegg listings hint at an impending launch, possibly timed with Computex.
007 First Light joins an ever-expanding list of 2026 games without up-to-date AMD FSR or Intel XeSS supportThe game 007 First Light, along with other 2026 releases like Forza Horizon 6 and Pragmata, lacks full support for AMD's FSR 4 and Intel's XeSS upscaling technologies, primarily offering Nvidia's DLSS suite. Developers IO Interactive and Playground Games have opted to implement older versions of FSR or omit XeSS entirely, leaving PC gamers with Nvidia GeForce RTX cards as the primary beneficiaries of advanced graphics features. This decision is attributed to developers rather than any restrictions imposed by Nvidia.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says the company plans to invest around $150,000,000,000 in Taiwan each year, describing the…Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced plans to invest approximately $150 billion annually in Taiwan, calling the country the 'epicentre of the AI revolution.' The company also intends to build a new headquarters in Taiwan, a project estimated to cost $5 trillion and create 4,000 jobs. These investments follow AMD's similar commitment to invest at least $10 billion in Taiwan for AI infrastructure.
AMD Ryzen 7 price drops on 9800X3D and 9850X3D are making these flagship gaming CPUs affordable at lastPrices for AMD's flagship gaming CPUs, the Ryzen 7 9850X3D and Ryzen 7 9800X3D, have significantly dropped, making them more affordable. The 9850X3D is currently 8% cheaper than at launch, while the 9800X3D has seen a 12% price reduction. These price drops are occurring at the retail level, not through official MSRP changes from AMD.
007 First Light best settings for PCThis guide provides the best graphics settings for 007 First Light on PC to achieve a cinematic experience. It details optimal settings for resolution, textures, shadows, and utilizes technologies like Nvidia DLSS and AMD FSR for performance enhancement. Recommendations are also provided for handheld PCs like the Steam Deck.
The AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE is a China-exclusive GPU that could become globalPackaging for the AMD Radeon RX 9070 GRE graphics card has leaked with English branding, suggesting a potential global release outside of China. This mid-range GPU features a Navi 48 GPU and 12GB GDDR6 RAM, positioning it as a competitor to Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5070. While currently a China-exclusive 'Golden Rabbit Edition', its potential worldwide launch could offer a more affordable option in the current GPU market.
Intel's freshly leaked roadmap for desktop and laptop CPUs is so complicated that it's given me a headache, but at least it all looks very promising on the Core Ultra processor frontA leaked roadmap from Moore's Law Is Dead details Intel's upcoming desktop and laptop CPU generations, including Nova Lake, Razer Lake, and Hammer Lake. These future processors are expected to feature a unified core design, potentially bringing back HyperThreading on desktop models and utilizing a single LGA 1954 socket across multiple generations.