RTX 4090
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Corsair's range-topping AX1600i power supply gets some much-needed upgrades, including pin monitoring, proper GPU…Corsair has updated its high-end AX1600i power supply unit with modern features, including dedicated 12V-2x6 sockets for newer GPUs and an integrated iCUE Link hub for software monitoring. The PSU has also been made more compact, now measuring 170mm in length, and features the Shift design with side-mounted connectors to improve case compatibility.
Cooler Master is playing around with a 2000 W CPU and GPU cooling solution with four huge 180 mm fansCooler Master has unveiled a prototype liquid cooling solution, codenamed Project AIO, capable of handling up to 2000W for both CPUs and GPUs. The system features four large 180 mm fans on a 360x360 mm radiator, designed to reduce noise and provide substantial thermal capacity for high-end workstations and potentially gaming PCs.
If the Steam Machine's 4K60 promises feel limited, Zotac is putting an RTX 5080 in its latest mini PCZotac has unveiled its updated Magnus One Ultra mini PC, featuring a desktop-class RTX 5080 graphics card, offering significant 4K gaming performance in a compact form factor. This machine aims to surpass the performance limitations of the Steam Machine, providing greater flexibility and upgradeability for PC gamers.
Excess often sells in the world of gaming PCs, but Asus' new 3000 W power supply makes little sense for even the…Asus has released the ROG Thor 3000W Titanium III Edition 20 power supply unit, targeting the gaming PC market with an excessive 3000W capacity. While high-wattage PSUs exist for workstations, this unit is considered overkill for gaming setups, even with high-end components like the RTX 5090. The PSU includes gaming-centric features like an OLED display and voltage monitoring, but its overall necessity for gamers is questioned.
Next-gen GPUs aren't around at Computex, but MSI's got a taste of what they might look likeMSI showcased a concept design for next-generation GPU cooling solutions at Computex, featuring full metal fan blades, rifled heat pipes, and diamond-composite thermal pads and contact plates. While these advancements are estimated to reduce peak temperatures by approximately four degrees Celsius, they are expected to increase manufacturing costs. The concept hints at potential future graphics card designs, possibly for releases around 2027.- Saturday Tech BitsA retailer is selling broken RTX 5090 GPUs for prices starting at $1,760, according to Tom's Hardware. Additionally, the Windows 11 Beta Preview Build 26220.8340 has been released for the Windows Insider Program.
GALAX Shuts Down PC Business After 30 Years, Palit Takes Over | HappyGamerGALAX has officially ceased its PC hardware business after 30 years, with Palit taking over operations. Palit, which shares a parent company with GALAX, will handle all warranty claims and RMAs for existing GALAX products. The move reflects broader consolidation trends in the GPU market due to rising manufacturing costs and intense competition.
Apple rubberstamps an open source driver to allow Nvidia GPUs to run on Macs, though gaming isn't on the table just…Apple has approved an open-source driver that allows Nvidia GPUs to function on Macs via Thunderbolt or USB4 eGPUs. While this enables the use of Nvidia hardware for tasks like AI processing, gaming on Macs with these drivers is not currently supported due to focus on AI and potential performance limitations.
Asus announces the ROG Equalizer: a new cable aimed at making melting GPU power connectors a thing of the pastAsus has announced the ROG Equalizer, a new power cable designed to prevent GPU power connector melting issues. The cable features balanced current delivery and a higher current draw rating than standard specifications. It will be bundled with certain Asus power supplies but is also compatible with other ATX3.1 PSUs.
Gaming GPU Memory Tech Powers Micron’s Cheaper AI Hardware PushMicron is developing a new AI hardware strategy by stacking up to four layers of GDDR memory modules, typically used in gaming GPUs, to significantly reduce costs. This approach aims to make AI hardware more affordable, with testing planned for this year and early samples potentially available in 2027. While this could benefit AI adoption, it may also impact the availability and pricing of gaming hardware due to increased demand for GDDR memory.