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9 months ago

U.S. RTX 50 laptop pricing starts from $1,899 for an RTX 5070 Ti toting Asus ROG Strix G16

➀ Asus US web store and Best Buy US have announced the pricing for their Blackwell laptops, starting from $1,899;

➁ The ROG Strix Scar 16 with an RTX 5080 GPU and an Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU is priced at $3,199.99;

➂ The ROG Strix Scar 18 with an RTX 5090 GPU and the same processor is priced at $4,299.99.

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9 months ago

Spider-Man 2 needs RTX 4090 for 4K 60FPS with RT maxed out, game drops TOMORROW on the PC

➀ Spider-Man 2 is set to release on PC tomorrow with enhanced features such as NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 and Ray Reconstruction technology.

➁ The game requires high-end hardware, including an Intel Core i9-12900K or AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, 32GB RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 for 4K 60FPS.

➂ It supports ultrawide monitor support and various upscaling technologies like NVIDIA DLSS 3, AMD FSR 3.1, and Intel XeSS.

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9 months ago

GDC survey finds 80% of developers are making games for PC: as PC is the 'dominant platform'

➀ PC game development has surged, with 80% of developers focusing on it, up from 66% in 2024.

➁ PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S follow with 38% and 34% respectively.

➂ Web browser game development is also increasing, reaching 16%.

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Dell Precision 3260 Compact Review

➀ The Dell Precision 3260 Compact is reviewed, highlighting its compact design and features such as the Intel Core i5-12500 CPU, 16GB of DDR5 memory, and a 256GB NVMe SSD. The review discusses the system's upgrade to Windows 11 and the firmware update to support 96GB of RAM. ➁ The hardware is examined, noting the system's versatility in vertical or horizontal orientation, its port selection, and the ease of service compared to other mini PCs. ➂ The system's rear ports and expansion capabilities are discussed, including the presence of a low profile expansion slot and additional port options.

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Qualcomm Unveils Snapdragon X To Power More Affordable Copilot+ PCs

➀ Qualcomm introduces Snapdragon X to challenge x86's dominance in the consumer PC space; ➁ Snapdragon X aims to redefine the PC category for mainstream devices at the $600 price range; ➂ Snapdragon X offers improved performance, battery life, and AI capabilities compared to competitors.

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Corsair prepares gamers with 'Next-Gen GPU Ready' program: ready for RTX 5090 with 600W power

➀ Corsair launches 'Next-Gen GPU Ready' program; ➁ Preparing for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs; ➂ New PSUs, coolers, fans compatible with 12V-2x6 power connector

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World's fastest Arm PC put to the test — 128-core Ampere Altra Max CPU claims 128-core Cinebench 2024 world record

➀ The System76 Thelio Astra achieves a world record in Cinebench 2024 with a 128-core Ampere Altra Max CPU; ➁ The system, designed for automotive software developers, starts at $3,299 and goes up to nearly $25,000; ➂ Despite its performance, the system faces limitations with PCIe 4.0, DDR4, and single-core performance.

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Take home this LG UltraGear 32GP83B-B 32-inch 165 Hz IPS monitor for $210, its lowest price yet

➀ LG offers a significant discount on the 32-inch gaming monitor; ➁ The monitor features a 165 Hz IPS panel and QHD resolution; ➂ The price has been reduced from $299 to $210 with a promo code.

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AI PC momentum building with business adoption anticipated

➀ The AI PC market is expected to grow significantly with business adoption; ➁ AI PCs offer advantages for personal and business use, including data analysis and productivity; ➂ Designers face challenges in providing sufficient computing power and battery life, and the need for scalable NPU solutions.

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We Lost a Great One Gordon Mah Ung

➀ The article commemorates the passing of Gordon Mah Ung, a respected technology journalist; ➁ The author reflects on the impact Gordon had on the technology industry and the personal regret of not expressing gratitude; ➂ The author mentions the importance of expressing gratitude and the family's philanthropic focus on pancreatic cancer research.

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Modding PC Raspberry Pi storage

Raspberry Pi 500 keyboard PC has been modded with an NVMe M.2 slot leveraging the device's conspicuously empty PCB header

➀ Raspberry Pi 500 keyboard PC gets NVMe M.2 slot modification; ➁ Modders restore functionality by activating empty M.2 header; ➂ NVMe Gen 3 support enhances performance over SD cards

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New Onimusha: Way of the Sword game coming in 2026, first new game in nearly 20 years

➀ Capcom is reviving the Onimusha franchise with 'Onimusha: Way of the Sword'; ➁ The game is set in a demon-infested Kyoto during the early Edo period; ➂ It features a new protagonist and intense swordplay; ➃ The game will be released in 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

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PCSpecialist Nebula Pro R Review (Ultra 7 265K + 4070 Ti Super)

➀ The review introduces the PC Specialist Nebula Pro R, featuring an Intel Core Ultra7 265K processor, Zotac RTX 4070 Ti Super GPU, and 32GB of Corsair Dominator Titanium DDR5 memory. It discusses the performance, thermals, noise, and power consumption of the system. ➁ The article covers synthetic benchmarks, gaming performance, and real-world gaming tests at 1440p and 4k resolutions. ➂ It also compares the system's performance to building it yourself and offers final thoughts on the system's capabilities.

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Taiko Audio Launches A Fanless PC For Audiophiles And It's Only $30K

➀ Taiko Audio, a Dutch high-end audio laboratory, unveils the Extreme Server, a $30,000 audio server; ➁ The server features dual Intel Xeon Scalable 10-core CPUs, passive fanless cooling, and high production standards; ➂ It includes a dedicated CPU for Windows 10 Enterprise OS and another for the Roon music management app.

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AI having little effect on PC sales

➀ IDC预测2024年PC和平板市场将增长3.8%，达到403.5百万台；➁ 2024年平板预计增长9.8%，PC增长0.8%；➂ 2025年PC市场预计增长4.3%，商业领域增长5.1%；➃ 虽然PC和平台制造商准备将AI PC和平板作为下一大趋势，但缺乏明确的应用案例和价格上涨导致买家质疑其实用性。

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Advanced Processes and Chinese Policies Drive 3Q24 Global Top 10 Foundry Revenue to Record Highs, Says TrendForce

➀ TrendForce's latest report indicates a record high for the global top 10 foundry revenue in 3Q24; ➁ Despite the overall economic situation not improving significantly, new smartphone and PC/notebook launches, along with strong demand for AI server-related HPC, contributed to the revenue growth; ➂ The report highlights the impact of advanced processes and Chinese policies on the global market.

The world's first Snapdragon X Elite mini-PC is in the works — Geekom teases new QS series mini-PCs with Snapdragon X Elite CPU

➀ Geekom is reportedly preparing the QS series of mini-PCs with the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite chip; ➁ This device will be the first Snapdragon X Elite mini-PC, as Qualcomm unexpectedly canceled the Snapdragon X Elite dev kit; ➂ The mini-PC's specifications, pricing, or additional information are not yet known.

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Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will need a GeForce RTX 4090 for 4K 60FPS ray tracing

➀ Indiana Jones and the Great Circle requires a GeForce RTX 4090 for 4K 60FPS ray tracing; ➁ The game's PC requirements have been announced, with high-end hardware needed for full ray tracing mode; ➂ The game is set to launch on December 9.