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Top dollar for top cache: AMD's dual 3D V-Cache Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 will sell for a wallet-burning $899
AMD has announced the official price for its new Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 Dual Edition processor, featuring 192 MB of L3 cache, at $899. While offering workstation-class performance and no need for a new motherboard or memory, the processor shows only a marginal increase in performance for content creation and gaming compared to the 9950X3D.
Hardware Reviews
This article compiles reviews for various computer hardware components, including the darkFlash DY460 and SAMA V62 PC cases, and the MSI MAG A1200PLS PSU. It also features a review of the EIBOS POLYPHEMUS 3D Printing Filament Dryer.
Raptor Lake chips 'not going anywhere' as Intel commits to making older CPUs 'abundantly available'…
Intel has stated that its Raptor Lake generation of CPUs will remain in production and abundantly available, even with newer generations on the horizon. This commitment is partly due to the continued support for DDR4 memory on some Raptor Lake motherboards, offering a more budget-friendly option for PC builders amidst high DDR5 prices and supply constraints.
God of War Minigames Return? Mario's Prepping His Own A... | TAG
This article rounds up various gaming news including a Nintendo Switch bundle deal for Super Mario Galaxy, the studio head of State of Decay 3 clarifying that zombie animals from the reveal trailer are scrapped, and predictions of further memory price increases. It also touches on the upcoming The Backrooms movie, discussions about the return of sex minigames in God of War remakes, and a new game called Samson: A Tyndalston Story that aims to fill the Grand Theft Auto 6 itch.
Looks like DDR3 motherboards are back on the menu, boys, though only to keep older PCs going a bit longer during the…
Chinese manufacturer Colorful is reportedly planning to release new DDR3 motherboards to address a market shortage, primarily for businesses using older PCs. This move comes as DDR3 components are significantly cheaper than DDR4 and DDR5, driven by the high demand and profitability of DRAM for AI applications.
Modder uses Claude AI to code new BIOS that gets obscure all P-core Intel Bartlett Lake CPUs running on a Z790…
A modder has successfully used Anthropic's Claude AI to create a new BIOS that enables Intel's niche Bartlett Lake CPUs, specifically the Core 9 273PQE, to run on desktop Z790 motherboards. While not a flawless implementation, this achievement allows the P-core heavy Bartlett Lake chips to boot into Windows, demonstrating AI's potential in hardware modification despite some skepticism from companies like AMD.
Framework says stabilising memory prices are a 'temporary reprieve' and there are more cost increases to come…
Framework CEO Nirav Patel warns that recent stabilizations in memory prices are a temporary reprieve, with further cost increases expected through 2026. While some DDR5 prices remain unchanged for now, Framework is already seeing higher costs for SSDs and LPDDR5x, necessitating price adjustments on certain configurations. The company notes that the AI industry's demand significantly influences memory market volatility.
Sunday Tech Bits
A rumor suggests that Intel's upcoming Coyote Cove P-Cores for Nova Lake CPUs will feature higher Instructions Per Clock (IPC) but lower clock speeds compared to AMD's Zen 6 architecture. The article also briefly mentions a user's experience with a PCIe riser causing an unspecified issue.
Hardware Reviews
This article presents reviews for various computer hardware components, including the HYTE FA12 case fan, the ASRock Radeon RX 9070 XT Taichi White OC graphics card, and the AQIRYS MIRA 2.0 gaming keyboard. It covers multiple hardware categories, offering insights into performance and features.
Hardware Reviews
This article compiles reviews for various PC hardware components, including the Gamdias ATLAS M4 case, Silverstone FLP02 case, and the Thermaltake TH360 V3 Ultra ARGB Sync CPU cooler. It also mentions reviews for headsets and earbuds from HiFiMAN.
CoreWeave co-founder says even older GPUs are still rising in price and are in demand for AI servers
CoreWeave co-founder Brannin McBee stated that older GPUs, specifically from Nvidia's Ampere generation (circa 2020), are still in high demand for AI servers. This demand persists even as newer generations like Hopper and Blackwell are released, indicating that not all AI workloads require the latest hardware. The continued robust demand for these older SKUs contributes to rising prices in a supply-constrained market.
If Gigabyte's original X870E X3D Wood motherboard didn't do it for you, how about this moody 'Dark…
Gigabyte has released a new motherboard, the X870E Aero X3D Dark Wood, featuring a revised darker wood texture finish. This new model builds upon the original X870E X3D Wood, aiming to bring natural warmth and character to high-performance PCs. The article also touches on user opinions regarding wood-paneled components and potential case pairings.
Thermaltake TH360 V3 Ultra ARGB Sync review
The Thermaltake TH360 V3 Ultra ARGB Sync is a highly affordable 360mm AIO CPU cooler featuring a 4-inch LCD display. It offers impressive performance and broad compatibility for its price point, though it is let down by a limited warranty and underwhelming software.
Trendforce says DDR5 RAM kit prices have fallen 'sharply' in US, Europe and China but that contract memory…
Market analyst Trendforce reports a sharp decline in retail DDR5 RAM kit prices across the US, Europe, and China, attributing it to consumer-driven adjustments rather than a structural demand deterioration. Despite retail price drops, contract prices from major suppliers have remained stable, with strong demand from the server-side and AI sectors. The long-term fundamentals of the memory market appear unchanged, but future trends will depend on the continued growth of the AI industry.
To the surprise of no one, running a PC without system RAM is not the solution to the memory crisis—but hey, you…
An investigation explored the possibility of running a PC without system RAM, demonstrating that while technically possible with extreme modifications like using swap space or graphics card VRAM, the resulting performance is unacceptably slow for modern computing and gaming. The experiments ultimately highlight the critical role of DRAM in a functional computer system.
AI funding uncertainties are shaking up memory producers. Will we finally be able to afford RAM again?
Uncertainties in AI funding, particularly concerning OpenAI's financial stability and its impact on memory procurement, are beginning to affect RAM prices. Major manufacturers like Micron and SK Hynix have seen stock value drops, leading to a decline in RAM prices in some markets. This trend offers hope for consumers and potentially future console launches like the PlayStation 6 and new Xbox.
Hardware Reviews
This article compiles reviews for various computer hardware components, including the darkFlash Explore DE360 CPU cooler by TechPowerUp, the ASRock B850 Rock WiFi 7 motherboard by OCinside, and the Asus ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial motherboard.
Yes, it's $1,200, but it's also one of the most impressive motherboards around
The ASUS ROG Crosshair X870E Glacial is an ultra high-end motherboard for AMD's Socket AM5 platform, priced at $1,200. It features a lavish design, a five-inch display, extensive cooling solutions for VRMs and up to seven M.2 SSDs, and dual 10 Gbps Ethernet ports. Despite its high cost, it offers class-leading features and impressive performance for PC enthusiasts.
In the final days of the Amazon Spring Sale, the beefy AMD Ryzen 9 9900X is 37% off
Amazon's Spring Sale has significantly reduced the price of the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X processor by 37%, bringing it down to $315 in the US. This 12-core CPU offers strong performance in gaming and content creation tasks, outperforming its predecessor and competing well with Intel's offerings.
Hardware Reviews
This article provides reviews for various computer hardware components. It includes a review of the Lian Li Lancool 217 case, Edifier ES850NB ANC Over-Ear Headphones, and Sharkoon Skiller SGH40W headset.