➀ Intel has released the Arc B-Series graphics cards, offering modern gaming features and AI acceleration; ➁ The GPUs are built on the latest Xe2 architecture, delivering 70% better performance per Xe-core and 50% more performance per watt; ➂ XeSS 2 technology enhances performance and visual smoothness, with frames-per-second output up to 3.9x faster in demanding AAA games.
Recent #gaming news in the semiconductor industry
➀ The Intel Arc B580 graphics card is in high demand as retailers sell out of their initial batches; ➁ The card's strong performance and efficiency for its price class have impressed many; ➂ Intel expects retailers to replenish inventories weekly, but some marketplace sellers are charging inflated prices.
➀ Intel's Arc B580 graphics card is in high demand as retailers receive weekly restocks; ➁ The demand outstrips supply for the $249 GPU champion; ➂ The success of the Arc B580 is a welcome change for Intel after recent challenges.
➀ NVIDIA has launched its new app, NVIDIA App, which aims to replace GeForce Experience; ➁ Reports suggest that the app may be causing degraded game performance in select titles; ➂ NVIDIA acknowledges the issue and is investigating it, suggesting a workaround for users.
➀ Nvidia's RTX 5080 rumored to feature 30 Gbps GDDR7 memory for 960 GB/s bandwidth; ➁ Remaining Blackwell lineup to use slower 28 Gbps modules; ➂ Nvidia's RTX 50 series expected to be first with GDDR7 memory
➀ The AOC Agon Pro PD49 offers stunning visuals and high performance; ➁ It features a 49-inch QD-OLED panel with 240 Hz refresh rate and HDR400 support; ➂ The design collaboration with Porsche Design adds a premium aesthetic.
➀ The Game Science CEO expresses his dissatisfaction with the criteria of the Video Game Awards; ➁ He believes that Black Myth: Wukong should have won due to its popularity and player choice; ➂ The CEO argues that the success of the game is not an accident, but the result of hard work and talent.
➀ KitGuru has partnered with Acer to offer a gaming bundle to one lucky reader; ➁ The prize includes a mechanical keyboard, wireless gaming headset, and a WiFi 7 router; ➂ To enter, comment on the Facebook page about your gaming headset.
➀ The BenQ Zowie XL2566X+ offers high performance gaming at a lower cost than OLED monitors; ➁ It boasts a 400 Hz TN panel with Adaptive-Sync and DyAc2 technology for smooth motion and low input lag; ➂ Despite lacking some features like HDR and wide gamut color, it is a solid choice for gamers.
➀ PlayStation had a successful night at the TGA's, with The Last of Us Part II Remastered announced for PC release in April; ➁ The game is being ported by Nixxes and Iron Galaxy in collaboration with Naughty Dog; ➂ The PC version aims to avoid the texture issues that affected the original game on PC at launch.
➀ FromSoftware has announced Elden Ring Nightreign, a co-op survival spinoff; ➁ The game is set to release in 2025 on various platforms; ➂ Players will face a three-day-and-night cycle with changing maps and new bosses each day.
➀ CD Projekt Red has revealed The Witcher IV, the latest entry in the popular series; ➁ The game is a single-player, open-world RPG with Ciri as the protagonist; ➂ The game is expected to be the most massive and immersive Witcher title yet, rendered on an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series GPU.
➀ AOC introduces the Agon Pro AG326UD, a 32-inch QD-OLED gaming monitor with 4K resolution and 165Hz refresh rate; ➁ The monitor is priced at under $1,000 and features NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility; ➂ It offers 99% DCI-P3 color space coverage, a frameless design, and a 4-year advance replacement warranty.
➀ Nvidia tease RTX 50 Blackwell GPUs; ➁ CES 2025 event announcement; ➂ The Witcher IV cinematic trailer hinting at RTX 5090
➀ AMD's new EPYC 4124P processor, a quad-core CPU, is tested in gaming scenarios; ➁ The processor, based on the Zen 4 architecture, offers over 60 FPS in demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077; ➂ The CPU is tested with RTX 4060 and RTX 4070 Super GPUs, showing good performance in most titles.
➀ The Sovol SV06 ACE is a budget-friendly 3D printer with high speeds and quality features; ➁ It is inspired by Prusa's i3 machines and features Klipper firmware and a built-in camera; ➂ The printer offers auto bed leveling, high flow nozzle, and a variety of materials support.
➀ MSI introduces its first curved 4K dual-mode gaming monitor, the MAG 321CUPDF; ➁ The monitor offers a choice between 4K resolution at 160Hz or 1080p at 320Hz; ➂ The display features a Rapid VA panel, 0.5ms GtG response time, and 97% DCI-P3 color space coverage.
➀ The MSI Maestoro 700KL PZ is a premium, eye-catching case designed for showing off components with vertical GPU installation options. ➁ It features high build quality, support for traditional and back-connector motherboards, and ample space for cooling. ➃ However, it has moderate thermal performance and a high price point.
➀ Cyberpunk 2077 Update 2.2 brings a massive performance boost for Intel's Arrow Lake chips, improving performance by up to 33%.; ➁ The update includes several fixes for story progression issues and adds new features like Rayfield's CrystalCoat technology for customizing vehicles and new dialogues for Johnny Silverhand.; ➂ CD Projekt Red has continued to support Cyberpunk 2077 despite initial setbacks.
➀ Gaming GPU sales dropped 14.5% in Q3 2024; ➁ Nvidia's market share increased from 88% to 90%; ➂ Concerns over tariffs and economic recession may impact GPU sales.