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Evening Tech Bits
Microsoft is reportedly redesigning the Start menu for Windows 11, aiming to improve the user experience. Additionally, a special 10-year anniversary edition of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D processor for the AM4 platform has been spotted.
Save on Games and Gear: Mario to Elden Ring Deals Are H... | TAG
Best Buy's Ultimate Upgrade Event features discounts on games like Super Mario Galaxy and Monster Hunter Wilds, along with gaming hardware and trading cards. A new Call of Duty movie is slated for a 2028 release, penned by Taylor Sheridan, while a review of the budget-friendly AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB graphics card highlights its performance limitations. Additionally, NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani used Mario Kart to explain a new tax on the super-rich, and actor Charlie Cox finally played Expedition 33.
It's not just Intel that investors are loving right now: At over $450 billion, AMD's market cap is the highest…
AMD's market capitalization has reached its highest point since going public, surpassing $450 billion. This surge is attributed to the company's strong position in producing accelerators for AI data centers, with investors seeing significant potential in the AI market alongside competitors like Intel and Nvidia.
If you're still battling to get your Arc B-series graphics card to play nicely with Crimson Desert, Intel's…
Intel has released new drivers for its Arc B-series graphics cards that aim to resolve flickering issues in the PC game Crimson Desert. While these drivers address problems for Intel GPUs, full support for the game on Intel hardware will require a patch from developer Pearl Abyss.
Nvidia's 'new' budget gaming GPU has 12GB VRAM, arrives in June, according to leak
A leak suggests Nvidia is planning to relaunch the GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card in June, potentially manufactured by Samsung to keep costs down. This move aims to address the budget graphics card market, offering 12GB of VRAM which is more than current-generation RTX 5060 and RTX 5050 models. The leak also indicates a delay or cancellation for a new 9GB RTX 5050 variant.
I loved the 16 GB version, but the RX 9060 XT 8 GB falls slightly short of expectations
The AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB graphics card offers decent 1080p and 1440p performance for its price, but its 8 GB of VRAM can significantly hinder performance in certain games compared to the Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB. While it runs cool and quiet, its performance limitations, especially in VRAM-intensive titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and The Last of Us Part I, make it a less compelling option than its slightly more expensive competitor, particularly at current market prices.
PS6’s ’10x Ray Tracing’ Boost Over PS5 Will Result in Around 3.10 Times the Frame Rate – Rumor
Industry insider KeplerL2 suggests that the rumored 10x ray tracing performance boost for the PlayStation 6 over the PlayStation 5 will result in approximately 3.10 times the frame rate, not a 10x increase. This is due to a misunderstanding of how performance metrics are interpreted, with actual frame times expected to decrease significantly but not by a factor of ten. The insider also commented on the unlikelihood of a handheld variant using the Canis APU due to development complexities.
Best Mouse P.I. For Hire graphics settings for no lags and max FPS
This guide provides recommended graphics settings for Mouse P.I. For Hire on PC to achieve optimal performance and high frame rates. It details specific adjustments for resolution, VSync, anti-aliasing, and various quality presets, along with explanations for the choices made.
Morning Tech Bits
AMD may be releasing a special edition of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D processor to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the AM4 socket. The article also briefly mentions Visual Studio Code version 1.116.
AMD could be releasing a special version of the classic Ryzen 7 5800X3D to celebrate 10 years of the AM4 socket
AMD is rumored to be releasing a special anniversary edition of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D processor to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the AM4 socket. While details are scarce, the special edition is expected to retain the same specifications as the original, including eight cores, 16 threads, and 64 MB of L3 cache.
Evening Tech Bits
Recent hardware news includes testing of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition across various synthetic benchmarking utilities. Additionally, MSI has reportedly leaked specifications for the GeForce RTX 5070 12GB Laptop GPU.
Nvidia GPU warranty claims cost the company nearly $1BN in 2025
Nvidia incurred nearly $1 billion in warranty claims in 2025, a tenfold increase from the previous year, according to Warranty Week. This surge, representing 0.9% of revenue compared to 0.1% in 2024, suggests a potential rise in claim frequency and cost, possibly linked to VRAM prices. AMD also saw increased warranty costs, though to a lesser extent.
'In 10 years of tracking retail CPU sales, I have never seen such a steep decline,' says one tech channel…
Retail CPU sales data from German retailer Mindfactory shows a significant and unprecedented decline over the past 10 years, according to YouTube channel TechEpiphany. This trend is attributed to the high cost of components like RAM and SSDs, leading consumers to postpone full PC upgrades.
Next-Gen Xbox Project Helix Will Benefit From Hardware And Software Teams Working Together, Exec Says
Xbox boss Matty Booty stated that the upcoming Project Helix device benefits from Microsoft's integrated hardware and software teams working together from the early stages of development. This synergy is intended to create a more unified experience for players and developers, breaking down barriers between PC and console gaming. Alpha versions of the system are expected to ship to developers in 2027, with a custom AMD SoC powering significant advancements in ray tracing and efficiency.
The RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB punches hard for the cash, but 8 GB of VRAM does have its limits
The Nvidia RTX 5060 Ti 8 GB graphics card offers strong performance for 1080p and 1440p gaming at its $380 MSRP, often outperforming the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB. However, its 8 GB of VRAM can be a limitation in certain VRAM-intensive games and at higher resolutions, causing performance drops compared to 16 GB variants. Despite this, it provides reasonable value in the current market, especially when considering its competitive pricing against AMD's offerings.
Nvidia spent 1003% more on warranty claims in 2025 than the year before according to a new report, with the total cost…
A report from Warranty Week indicates that Nvidia's warranty claims expenditure in 2025 surged by 1003% compared to the previous year, reaching nearly $900 million. This significant increase, particularly in the latter half of the year, is analyzed in the context of increased product releases and rising graphics card prices, affecting both Nvidia and AMD.
DLSS 4 Hacked: Modders Break Nvidia’s RTX 50 Exclusivity Wall
Modders have successfully bypassed Nvidia's artificial exclusivity for DLSS 4's Multi-Frame Generation X5 and X6 modes, making them compatible with any DX12 GPU, including those from AMD and Intel. This development challenges Nvidia's claims of technical limitations, suggesting the restrictions were primarily for market segmentation. While the mod offers advanced frame generation features to a wider audience, users should be aware of potential instability and lack of official support.
Nvidia Eyes Mystery PC Gaming Acquisition: The Plot Thickens
Nvidia is reportedly in negotiations to acquire a large PC-oriented company, sparking widespread speculation within the gaming community. Potential targets range from hardware manufacturers like Corsair or ASUS to software companies in the AI or streaming sectors. Concerns have been raised regarding potential monopolistic practices, increased prices, and the impact on future innovation and competition.
Looks like a PS5, games like a PC
The Minisforum Atomman G1 Pro is a compact mini PC that offers solid gaming performance at 1440p and can serve as a console replacement. While it boasts impressive portability and build quality, it suffers from mixed cooling performance, with the CPU running hot, and limited I/O requiring a USB hub. Despite these drawbacks, it provides good value for its size and capabilities.
Linux kernel 7.0 is out now
The Linux kernel 7.0 has been released, introducing support for new hardware, numerous fixes, and updated documentation for AI code helpers. Key highlights include work towards upcoming AMD GPUs, improved NTFS and XFS filesystem features, and support for Rock Band 4 guitars on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Linux Torvalds noted the release contains many small fixes and anticipates AI tools will continue to uncover corner cases.
