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Chinese repair centre has received 7 melted 12+4-pin Nvidia GPUs in just the past two days alone
A Chinese repair center has reported receiving seven melted Nvidia GPUs, primarily RTX 5090 models along with some RTX 4090s from Asus and MSI, due to issues with the 12+4-pin power connector. The problem involves burnt interfaces and melted connectors, affecting cards from various manufacturers. While some users are experiencing issues, the article suggests monitoring power draw and temperatures as a preventative measure.
Here's another gizmo to prevent your graphics card from melting - wouldn't it be nice if 12+4-pin connectors…
Super Flower has launched a new accessory called the VGA 12+4 pin OCP Dongle, designed to monitor and prevent overcurrent issues with Nvidia graphics card power connectors. The dongle alerts users with visual and auditory cues if power pins exceed safe amperage levels, aiming to prevent catastrophic failures. A similar product from Cooler Master is also mentioned, though the Super Flower dongle is currently only available in Taiwan.
MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ review - superlative playing power with familiar Windows handheld caveats
The MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ review highlights its powerful Intel Arc G3 Extreme SoC, delivering significantly faster gaming performance than previous handheld PCs, including the Steam Deck OLED. Despite its high price point and a disappointing display compared to its predecessor, the device offers a comfortable design, quiet operation, and competitive battery life for demanding games.
Schrödinger's GPU set for an early 2027 release as the dead/alive 24 GB RTX 5080 Super box is shaken once more
Rumors suggest Nvidia may be axing the 24 GB RTX 5080 Super and 16 GB RTX 5080 in favor of a new 24 GB RTX 5080 variant launching in early 2027, potentially leaving the RTX 5070 Ti as the top gaming choice. This shift is reportedly driven by the utilization of GB202 GPUs for professional RTX Pro cards and local AI model usage, rather than significant gaming performance improvements.
The cheapest Nvidia RTX Spark gaming laptops are $2,599.99, here's where to pre-order the full roster
Nvidia's new RTX Spark gaming laptops are now available for pre-order, with prices starting at $2,599.99. These machines are designed for high-powered creative, professional, and gaming tasks with AI at their core, featuring a thinner chassis than traditional gaming laptops. Despite the high starting price, several configurations from manufacturers like Microsoft, Asus, MSI, HP, Lenovo, and Dell are available.
Mulai 10 Jutaan Sampai Sultan: Pilihan Laptop Gaming Terbaik untuk Setiap Segmen Gamer
This article provides a comprehensive guide to choosing the best gaming laptop across different budget segments, from entry-level options around 10 million Rupiah to high-end 'sultan' models exceeding 30 million Rupiah. It highlights specific models from brands like Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, HP, and MSI, detailing their strengths for casual gamers, multimedia creators, and professional esports athletes, along with tips for maintaining laptop performance.
Panduan Memilih Laptop Gaming Sesuai Budget: Rekomendasi Entry-Level, Mid-Range, dan Flagship
This guide helps consumers choose the right gaming laptop based on their budget and needs, covering entry-level, mid-range, and flagship segments. It details four key parameters: Graphics Card (GPU), Display Panel quality and speed, RAM capacity and upgradeability, and the Cooling System. Recommendations include specific models from Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, MSI, and HP across different price tiers.
10 Rekomendasi Laptop Gaming Terbaik: Dari Kelas Budget Ramah Kantong hingga Monster High-End
This article provides a comprehensive list of ten recommended gaming laptops, categorized into budget-friendly, mid-range, and high-end enthusiast segments. It details specific models from brands like Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, MSI, and HP, highlighting their key specifications, performance capabilities, and suitability for different user needs, from casual gaming to professional content creation.
I've tested three affordable laptops in a row and I'd take this RTX 5050 one over the RTX 5060s
The Asus TUF Gaming A16 is a well-rounded and affordable gaming laptop, praised for its crisp 165Hz display, clean design, and impressive performance from its Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 graphics card and AMD Ryzen 7 processor. Despite a slightly high price point for its components, its integrated cooling and power delivery allow the RTX 5050 to perform exceptionally well, often outperforming higher-spec competitors like the MSI Katana 15 HX in benchmarks.
I'm doing it... MSI's Katana has really lost its edge
The MSI Katana 15 HX B14W offers solid performance and a good spec sheet for its price in the UK, but fails to stand out in a competitive market. Its US pricing is considered absurd, and the display is underwhelming. Performance is hampered by CPU bottlenecking, leading to disappointing results compared to competitors like Asus and Lenovo.
There is only one thing wrong with this Lenovo laptop, but it's a biggy
The Lenovo Legion 5 laptop features an outstanding OLED display and premium aesthetics at an affordable price. However, its single-channel RAM configuration significantly hinders performance in memory-intensive tasks and gaming, a drawback not present in competing MSI and Asus models. While the display is a major positive, the RAM limitation is a substantial negative for users seeking high frame rates or demanding applications.
This new super-bright 500 nit 'inkjet' tech promises to fix OLED's full-screen brightness limitation
Chinese manufacturer TCL CSOT has developed a new inkjet-print OLED panel technology capable of 500 nits of full-screen brightness, a significant improvement over current OLED displays. This new technology, derived from JOLED's work, promises to overcome the full-screen brightness limitations of existing OLED monitors from companies like Samsung and LG.
Best early Black Friday gaming laptop deals 2026, the biggest discounts ahead of the holiday sales
Despite price increases and component shortages in 2026, Black Friday is still expected to offer discounts on gaming laptops, though likely not reaching previous year's lows. The article advises on specifications like RAM and display resolution to mitigate higher starting prices and provides target price ranges for various GPU tiers.
The MSI Codex Z2C RTX 5070 Prebuilt Gaming PC Drops to $1399 and Includes an Upcoming PC Game
The MSI Codex Z2C prebuilt gaming PC, featuring an RTX 5070, has dropped to $1399 and includes an upcoming PC game. This configuration is an excellent option for 1080p and 1440p gaming, with capabilities extending to 4K resolution.
The GeForce RTX 5090 isn't a "gaming GPU" if AI companies are buying them by the pallet
The author argues that the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 is no longer a gaming GPU due to AI companies purchasing them in large quantities for data centers, driving up prices beyond what most gamers can afford. This trend, exacerbated by the lack of AI-specific deterrents like those seen with crypto mining, suggests Nvidia's focus has shifted from gaming to AI and high-performance computing.
Koorui's budget 4K dual-mode gaming monitor is a banger
The Koorui G2741L is a budget-friendly 27-inch 4K gaming monitor offering a dual-mode feature that allows switching between 4K and 1080p resolutions. While it provides competitive pricing and good performance for its cost, the dual-mode functionality isn't perfect, and OLED monitors are becoming a viable alternative at a similar price point.
Great, now motherboard prices might be next to spike thanks to component costs increasing by up to 50%
Motherboard prices are expected to increase due to rising component costs, with some raw material prices for PCBs jumping by up to 50%. This surge is attributed to supply chain disruptions stemming from the Strait of Hormuz crisis and the Iran war, impacting key materials like PPE resin. While recent price hikes from major manufacturers have been small, further increases are anticipated in the coming months.
Gigabyte's affordable tandem OLED barely puts a foot wrong, but Alienware got in there first
Gigabyte's 27-inch GO27Q24A QD-OLED gaming monitor offers vibrant colors, excellent contrast, and a fast 240Hz refresh rate at an affordable price point. While it excels for gaming, its glossy, reflective screen and less sharp text make it less ideal for all-day office work. Despite a lower peak brightness than some premium models, it provides a strong value proposition, though the Alienware AW2726DM uses the same panel and is cheaper.
Alienware aims at 'more price points people can actually reach,' announces a tandem OLED gaming monitor at a…
Alienware has announced two new OLED gaming monitors, the AW3226Q and the AW2527HX, featuring LG's tandem OLED technology for improved brightness. The AW3226Q is a 32-inch 4K monitor priced at $699, while the AW2527HX is an esports-focused monitor boasting a 560 Hz refresh rate. Alienware aims to offer more accessible price points with these new releases.
This MSI laptop says screw efficiency, let's max on performance
The MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX E2W gaming laptop prioritizes raw performance from its RTX 5070 and Intel processor, achieving great results in gaming and productivity benchmarks. However, this comes at the cost of poor battery life, high temperatures, and significant audio latency issues, making it a questionable value at its price point despite its excellent OLED display.
