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AMD's market cap just blasted through the $1 trillion barrier
AMD's market capitalization surpassed $1 trillion, driven by significant revenue growth in its Data Center business, which includes AI chips. The company's stock has seen a 180% increase this year, with CEO Lisa Su projecting further growth in the AI sector. Despite this milestone, AMD's valuation remains considerably lower than its rival Nvidia.
If Apple's new M6 SoC is anything to go by, next-gen 2nm PC chips are going to be awesome
Apple's new M6 SoC, utilizing TSMC's N2 (2nm class) silicon node, demonstrates significant performance and efficiency gains that are highly relevant for the future of PC chips. While direct benefits to PC gamers are limited by Mac's software library, the advancements in TSMC's N2 node suggest promising improvements for upcoming CPUs and GPUs from AMD, Nvidia, and Intel, though widespread adoption may take time.
AMD hits $1 trillion market cap for first time
AMD has achieved a market capitalization of $1 trillion for the first time, driven by strong performance in its AI products and business, despite a softer PC market. The company's stock has seen a positive streak, placing it among other tech giants like NVIDIA, SK Hynix, and Micron.
I remember when Jensen Huang used to sell me GPUs, now he's out there having to deny that AI will cause 'the…
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has dismissed claims that artificial intelligence poses an existential threat to humanity, calling such concerns "overblown" and "not grounded in science." Huang stated that AI progress will not lead to an extinction event by 2030 and emphasized the importance of safe AI deployment for Nvidia's success.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 60-series graphics cards could be sidelined until 2028, making it the longest gap between GPU…
Rumors suggest Nvidia's next-generation GeForce RTX 60-series graphics cards may not launch until 2028, potentially marking the longest gap between GPU releases. This delay, attributed to factors like component shortages and a shift in focus towards AI, could impact pricing and availability for PC gamers.
Could 2027 see the beginning of an end to the PC pricing crisis?
Acer Chairman Jason Chen predicts that PC prices, particularly for lower and mid-tier gaming PCs, may begin to fall in the second half of 2027. This outlook is contingent on a decrease in AI hardware demand and an increase in memory production capacity, which has driven up consumer component prices throughout 2026. However, high-end components like Nvidia's RTX 5090 are expected to remain expensive due to their utility in AI server applications.
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.
Gears of War: E-Day on PC Requires an RTX 5070 Ti, Launches With DLSS 4.5 and Ultrawide Support
The Coalition has revealed the PC specifications for Gears of War: E-Day, with the Ultra settings requiring an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT for 4K resolution at 60+ FPS, contingent on using upscaling technologies like DLSS 4.5, FSR 4.0, or Intel XeSS 3.0t. The game will also feature HDR and ultrawide monitor support from launch. Gears of War: E-Day is set to release on October 6th for PC and Xbox Series X/S, with early access starting October 1st for Premium Edition owners.
Next generation of AMD and Nvidia GPUs rumored for 2028 launch
Rumors suggest that AMD and Nvidia will not release new consumer graphics cards until 2028, with only one AMD RDNA 5 card potentially launching in 2027. This extended product cycle is attributed to ongoing supply chain issues, particularly GDDR7 memory being prioritized for AI accelerators. The delay could also lead to significantly higher prices for next-generation GPUs.
iBuyPower's RTX 5060 RDY rig is a sign of how bad the memory crisis has become
The iBuyPower RDY Scale B06 gaming PC offers a decent build but suffers from significant compromises, particularly in its single-channel memory and the performance of its Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 GPU, making it a poor value at full price. While its thermals are excellent and the build is clean, the current memory crisis exacerbates its shortcomings, leading to a disappointing experience for modern gaming and content creation.
With prices what they are, the third-tier Nvidia GPU makes up half the cost of this powerful HP rig
The HP Omen 35L is a powerful and quiet pre-built gaming PC that offers strong performance for its price point, though it is not the absolute bleeding edge. It features an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics card and an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU, delivering excellent frame rates in 1440p gaming. While the price is considerable and peripherals are not included, its smart component choices and effective cooling make it a solid option for those who prefer not to build their own PC.
AMD presents new method of handing indirect lighting off to an image generation model: 'frame-by-frame' solution could be part of AMD's answer to DLSS 5 someday
AMD has published research detailing a new frame-by-frame method for generating global illumination using a one-step diffusion model, a technique that could potentially be integrated into future versions of their FidelityFX Super Resolution technology. This approach aims to create more realistic lighting by generating it via image generation models rather than computationally intensive methods like path tracing, though current performance metrics indicate it is still far from real-time gaming speeds.
"Alyx was a far, far more useful target for us" - Valve's struggle to get existing titles working on Steam Frame's ARM processor is why it's bundled with a six-year-old game, and I bet this isn't the last we'll hear of these chips causing difficulties
Valve's new Steam Frame headset bundles Half-Life: Alyx due to difficulties in getting existing titles to run natively on its ARM processor. Developers focused on overall Steam catalogue compatibility, highlighting the challenges of adapting games for ARM architecture, which prioritizes efficiency but requires significant conversion effort. This suggests future VR hardware may face similar hurdles with ARM processors.
The leakers disagree, but we might just get one AMD-shaped mid-range GPU through all of 2027
Hardware leaker Kepler_L2 suggests that AMD will only release one new GPU, codenamed AT2 for Xbox Project Helix, in 2027, with all other new GPUs from AMD and Nvidia expected in 2028. This contradicts other leakers who predict an Nvidia RTX 6090 launch. The article notes that the current PC hardware market conditions make this limited release less impactful.
PS6 and next gen Xbox getting ready for 2027 launch according to AMD leaker
A leaker suggests that both the PlayStation 6 and the next Xbox console are targeting a 2027 launch, based on information about AMD's upcoming GPU releases. This timeline implies that PC gamers seeking major graphics card upgrades may have to wait until 2028, potentially creating a disadvantage for PC gaming.
'We can't stuff AI back in a box' says former US president Barack Obama, confirming he's 'not a doomer' while still calling for more government AI regulation
Former US President Barack Obama shared his views on Artificial Intelligence, emphasizing the need for public debate and government regulation rather than relying solely on industry self-regulation. While acknowledging AI's potential for breakthroughs, he also warned of disruptions and inequality, stating that humanity cannot 'stuff AI back in a box' but can collectively determine its development and use.
Where have all the RTX 5090s gone? Stock of the high-end GPU is disappearing from US online retailers
The high-end Nvidia RTX 5090 graphics card is largely unavailable at its manufacturer's suggested retail price from major US online retailers, with third-party sellers listing it at significantly inflated prices. This scarcity is attributed to a combination of strong consumer demand for high-end hardware and potential redirection of chips towards AI development and professional products, impacting availability for gamers.
MMO Business Roundup: IGN layoffs, PlayStation boycott bellyflops, and AI protection pushback
This industry roundup covers Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's comments on AI guardrails, a failed PlayStation boycott that had no significant impact on player counts according to analyst Mat Piscatella, and recent layoffs at IGN affecting multiple departments. The IGN Creators Guild expressed disappointment over the job cuts.
Serial numbers on RTX Founders Edition graphics cards, including PC Gamer's very own, are fading and apparently it's causing a problem with RMA requests
Nvidia Founders Edition graphics cards, including the GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080, are experiencing issues with fading serial numbers. This fading is reportedly causing problems with Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests, as customers struggle to verify product authenticity and warranty status. The issue appears to affect multiple models and has been confirmed by users and PC Gamer's own hardware.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang tells Trump he agrees the AI doomsayers are perpetrating a hoax: 'you saw through all of…
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, speaking alongside Donald Trump, dismissed concerns about AI safety and potential negative impacts as a 'hoax.' Huang expressed gratitude for Trump's view that AI doomsaying is a hoax and emphasized the importance of continuing AI development.
