Recent #PC Hardware news in the semiconductor industry
➀ A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, potentially affecting PC hardware production in neighboring countries;
➁ Thai and Vietnamese manufacturing sites for major tech companies are being assessed for damage and supply disruptions;
➂ Taiwanese tech companies operating in Thailand report no major damage or injuries, with some experiencing temporary shutdowns and evacuations.
➀ GMKTec has announced the EVO-X2, an AI mini PC with the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor.
➁ The device was showcased at the AMD Greater China Channel Summit, attended by executives like CEO Lisa Su.
➂ The EVO-X2 is said to outperform an RTX 5080 desktop GPU in DeepSeek R1 tests, and features AMD's Strix Halo APU with Zen 5 architecture and RDNA 3.5 architecture Radeon 8060S iGPU.
➀ The Cooler Master MWE Gold 850 V3 offers exceptional efficiency and reliable power quality;
➁ It is ideal for typical gaming and mid-range PC builds, but may not handle continuous high-load stress well;
➂ The PSU comes with a solid design and is compliant with ATX 3.1 standards, making it a future-proof choice.
➀ The SilverStone HELA 2050R Platinum offers an impressive 2050W power capacity with excellent Platinum-rated efficiency;
➁ It features three PCIe 5.0 connectors, high-quality internal components, and is compact for its output class;
➂ Despite its high price, it's overkill for most users but ideal for extreme workstations and top-end gaming systems.
➀ The ASRock Steel Legend SL-1000G delivers reliable performance with modern ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 compliance at a reasonable price.
➁ The PSU excels in build quality, efficiency, and protection features, although it lacks unique selling points.
➂ While the SL-1000G meets expectations, it doesn't stand out significantly in a competitive market segment.