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January 14
- AMD's gimped RDNA 4 launch at CES 2025 was a planned strategy, to hurt RTX 50 series launch➀ AMD's RDNA 4 launch at CES 2025 was a strategic move to counter NVIDIA's RTX 50 series; ➁ AMD aims to dominate the mid-range market with competitive pricing and performance; ➂ AMD's Radeon RX 9000 series GPUs are expected to offer improved ray tracing and FSR 4 upscaling.
- NVIDIA Blackwell AI servers: overheating, architecture flaws see companies cutting orders down➀ NVIDIA's Blackwell AI servers are experiencing overheating and architectural flaws; ➁ Major customers like Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft are reducing orders; ➂ NVIDIA CEO acknowledges a design flaw, delaying mass production until Q2 or Q3 2025.
January 13
- Analyst: Nintendo Switch 2 supply to be constrained in US, to sell 4.3 million in 2025➀ Analyst predicts supply constraints for Nintendo Switch 2 post-launch; ➁ Expected to sell 4.3 million units in the U.S. in 2025; ➂ Similar to past Nintendo hardware releases.
January 12
- AMD RX 9070 XT could be competitive with NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti GPU if latest rumor is on the money➀ AMD's RX 9070 XT could compete with NVIDIA's RTX 5070 Ti GPU if the latest rumors are true; ➁ Cyberpunk 2077 and Black Myth: Wukong benchmarks suggest RDNA 4 might be stronger than previously rumored; ➂ AMD's Frank Azor has claimed that Navi 48 has been underestimated in the past.
- Intel showcases a monstrous naked-eye 3D gaming handheld at CES 2025➀ Intel has unveiled the Sunday Dragon handheld featuring the Lunar Lake iGPU; ➁ The Sunday Dragon is a collaboration between Intel and Tencent; ➂ The device boasts 'naked-eye 3D' technology and magnetic removable controllers.
January 11
- Forget past RDNA 4 leaks, RX 9070 XT GPU is faster than rumors suggested, AMD exec tells us➀ AMD的Frank Azor透露，RDNA 4显卡将提供比过去传言更快的帧率；➁ AMD正在努力确保下一代GPU的性能和价格让每个人满意；➂ Azor表示，RX 9070 XT的帧率将高于传闻中的数据。
- MSI MEG PC build at CES 2025: 9800X3D CPU, Gen5 SSD, dual RTX 4080 SUPRIM X cards, 1600W PSU➀ MSI showcased a custom PC at CES 2025 featuring the MEG PC Build with an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor, MEG X870E GODLIKE motherboard, dual RTX 4080 SUPRIM X graphics cards, Gen5 SSD, and a 1600W PSU; ➁ The setup is housed in the MEG MAESTRO-700L-PZ chassis and powered by an MSI MEG Ai1600T PCIe5 power supply; ➂ MSI's choice of hardware is impressive, though the absence of dual RTX 4090 SUPRIM X graphics cards is noted.
- V-color unveils first overclockable 256GB DDR5 module: allows for 2TB total system RAM on a PC➀ V-color has introduced the world's first overclockable 256GB RDIMM DDR5 memory modules; ➁ Offering speeds up to 6000 MT/s, they support configurations up to 2TB; ➂ Optimized for GIGABYTE AI Top Series, AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro, and Intel Xeon platforms.
- NVIDIA AI PC chip reveal didn't happen at CES 2025, AMD Strix Halo APU killer is still cooking➀ NVIDIA's next-gen AI PC processor, expected at CES 2025, was not revealed; ➁ Leaks suggest it will have performance close to GeForce RTX 5070 GPUs; ➂ The processor may feature 20 cores and be used in laptops.
- ASRock showcases a 360Hz and 480Hz OLED gaming monitors at CES 2025➀ ASRock showcased new gaming monitors at CES 2025, including the 34-inch PG34QRT3A with a 180Hz refresh rate; ➁ ASRock's new OLED gaming monitors, PGO27QFV and PGO32UFS, offer high refresh rates and dual-mode display options; ➂ The PGO27QFV features a 360Hz refresh rate and QHD resolution, while the PGO32UFS offers a 480Hz refresh rate and dual-mode display.
- MSI Titan 18 HX Dragon Edition Norse Myth gaming laptop: gorgeous design, RTX 5090 Laptop GPU➀ MSI unveils the Titan 18 HX Dragon Edition Norse Myth gaming laptop at CES 2025; ➁ The laptop features an 18-inch 4K 120Hz Mini-LED display and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPU; ➂ It includes Thunderbolt 5, HDMI 2.1, and a 99.9Whr battery.
- ASUS's updated TUF GAMING GPUs cover both GeForce RTX 50 Series and RDNA 4 cards➀ ASUS's TUF GAMING GPUs are known for their rugged design and military-grade components; ➁ The new models feature updated aesthetics and improved thermal performance; ➂ The NVIDIA models use a 16-pin power connector, while the Radeon models use three 8-pin connectors.
- PowerColor's Radeon RX 9070 XT Reaper is a new two-slot GPU based on AMD's reference design➀ PowerColor showcased its new RDNA 4 GPUs at CES 2025, including the Radeon RX 9070 XT Reaper; ➁ The Reaper is a compact two-slot GPU designed for SFF systems; ➂ The GPU features two 8-pin PCIe connectors and a sleek design.
- Made in the USA: TSMC making new Apple Watch chips, AMD Ryzen 9000 desktop CPUs in Arizona➀ TSMC's Arizona factory has secured contracts to produce Apple's S9 SiP for the Apple Watch and AMD's Ryzen 9000 series processors. Both products are now in production. The facility is operating at 10,000 units per month, with plans to increase capacity despite tooling bottlenecks. ➁ TSMC Arizona is also manufacturing AMD's new Ryzen 9000 series 'Granite Ridge' desktop Zen 5-based processors. ➂ The TSMC Board is scheduled to meet in Arizona in February.
January 10
- Nintendo Switch 2 improperly unveiled at CES 2025 revealing design➀ CES 2025展示了Nintendo Switch 2的模型，揭示了其略大的尺寸、新的'C'按钮和磁吸Joy-Con附件；➁ 包括额外的USB-C端口；➂ 配件制造商Genki在CES 2025上展示了即将推出的游戏机的原型。
- FSR 4 hands-on, AMD's AI tech takes a big step closer to NVIDIA DLSS➀ AMD's CES 2025 presentation showcased the Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 GPUs with advanced ray tracing and AI hardware; ➁ FSR 4, an AI-based upscaling technology, demonstrated significant improvements in image clarity and detail; ➂ FSR 4 requires RDNA 4 GPUs and in-game support.
- Dune: Awakening only runs at 60FPS on an RTX 5090 with DLSS turned off➀ NVIDIA showcased the performance of DLSS 4 with the GeForce RTX 5090 on the survival game Dune: Awakening; ➁ The game runs at approximately 60FPS on the RTX 5090 without DLSS 4; ➂ With DLSS 4 enabled, Dune: Awakening achieves a staggering 240FPS.
- GTA 6 leaks: you can enter 40% of buildings, while ALL smaller shops can be entered, destroyed➀ GTA 6 will feature extensive building exploration with 40% of large buildings and all smaller shops being enterable; ➁ Advanced destruction physics will allow significant damage to structures; ➂ Rumors suggest cutting-edge technology and procedural generation for a highly interactive experience.
- Ubisoft confirms Assassin's Creed Shadows is officially delayed again➀ Ubisoft has announced the delay of Assassin's Creed Shadows again; ➁ The delay is due to further polishing and player feedback implementation; ➂ The game has faced significant criticism and has been delayed multiple times.
January 9
- Crucial shows off P510 Gen5 SSD with 11GB/sec speeds, Crucial Pro OC 64GB RAM kits at CES 2025➀ Crucial showcases the high-speed P510 Gen5 SSD with 11GB/sec reads and 9.5GB/sec writes at CES 2025; ➁ The new DDR5 Pro Overclocking Gaming Memory is available in 64GB kits with DDR5-6400 speed; ➂ The P510 SSD consumes 25% less power and features a single-sided design for easy installation.
- Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 40th Anniversary RGB RAM: celebrating 40 years with special heatshield➀ Patriot celebrates its 40th anniversary with the Viper Xtreme 5 40 Years RGB memory at CES 2025, offering speeds up to 8000 MT/s and 48GB kits; ➁ The memory features RGB sync with major apps and a special edition heatshield; ➂ Other announcements include the Viper Xtreme 5 CKD Non-RGB DRAM and the iLuxe Stick C for Apple devices.
- ASUS ROG Strix G18 gaming laptop: 18-inch 2.5K 240Hz, Ryzen 9 9955HX CPU, RTX 5070 Laptop GPU➀ ASUS unveiled the ROG Strix G18 gaming laptop with an 18-inch 2.5K 240Hz display, AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX processor, and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU; ➁ The laptop offers up to 64GB DDR5 memory, 2TB SSD, and advanced cooling with Tri-Fan Technology; ➂ It features a full-sized keyboard, Dolby Atmos speakers, and supports Wi-Fi 6E.
- AMD RX 9070 GPU is benchmarked in Black Ops 6 - and NVIDIA might well have a fight on its hands➀ AMD's RDNA 4 graphics cards are benchmarked in Black Ops 6, achieving 99 FPS at 4K; ➁ The RX 9070 is paired with an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D processor; ➂ The RX 9070's performance is compared to the NVIDIA RTX 4080 Super.
January 8
- MSI showcases a world's first QD-OLED gaming monitor at CES 2025➀ MSI has introduced a groundbreaking gaming monitor at CES 2025; ➁ The monitor features Samsung's QD-OLED pixel technology; ➂ It offers a 500Hz refresh rate and 1440p resolution.
- MSI unveils a slick 4K Mini-LED dual-mode gaming monitor at CES 2025➀ MSI has introduced its first 27-inch 4K Mini-LED dual mode gaming monitor; ➁ The MPG 274URDFW E16M offers a more affordable alternative to its QD-OLED displays; ➂ The monitor features dual-mode technology allowing gamers to switch between resolutions and refresh rates.
- Hyperkin reveals a suspiciously Playstation-like controller at CES 2025, compatible with Xbox➀ Hyperkin revealed 'The Competitor', a controller inspired by the PlayStation 5 but compatible with Xbox and PC at CES 2025; ➁ The controller mimics the PlayStation design but lacks haptic and adaptive triggers, featuring Hall Effect Triggers and Joysticks for durability; ➂ The Competitor includes a mic mute button and programmable back buttons, with release details pending.
- MSI teases GeForce RTX 5090 LIGHTNING GPU with five fans at CES 2025➀ MSI unveiled its GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs at CES 2025, including two Special Edition RTX 5090 cards with unique cooling systems; ➁ The air-cooled LIGHTNING model features five STORMFORCE fans, while the LIQUID LIGHTNING model includes advanced liquid cooling; ➂ The release is expected around Computex 2025.
- Samsung can diagnose face and skin conditions with its new Mirror display➀ Samsung introduces the Micro LED Beauty Mirror at CES 2025; ➁ The mirror features AI capabilities for personalized skin health information and condition diagnosis; ➂ It evaluates wrinkles, pigmentation, pores, and redness with over 85% accuracy.
January 7
- Phison's new Pascari D205V Gen5 data center SSD: up to 122.88TB, up to 14.6GB/sec reads➀ Phison introduces the Pascari D205V SSD with a massive 122.88TB capacity and read speeds up to 14.6GB/sec; ➁ The SSD leverages Phison's X2 controller and 2Tb 3D QLC technology for superior performance; ➂ The SSD is designed to meet AI data needs and enhance scalability and power efficiency.
- Phison PS5028-E28 Gen5 SSD controller: for serious gaming, capacity of up to 32TB at 14.5GB/sec➀ Phison introduces the PS5028-E28 Gen5 SSD with up to 32TB capacity and 14.5GB/sec read and write speeds; ➁ The controller is built on TSMC's 6nm process and offers 3000K IOPS random performance; ➂ No heatsink is required for gaming, but recommended for sustained workloads.