For decades, computing performance was easy to reduce to a few headline specifications. CPUs were sold on clock speed and core count, GPUs on shader throughput and later teraFLOPS, memory on frequency, and storage on sequential transfer rates. Those numbers still have value, but modern processors have become so extraordinarily capable of performing arithmetic that another problem increasingly dictates how much of that theoretical performance can actually be used: getting data where it needs to go, when it needs to be there. A modern CPU core can execute multiple instructions every clock cycle. A high-end GPU contains thousands of arithmetic […]

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The mass opposition to the ongoing data center build out in the US is now reaching a crescendo, with Texas Governor reportedly halting around 1,800 data center projects in the state pending a comprehensive audit, and a high-profile GOP committee issuing a clarion call on its electoral prospects in Ohio. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has paused the data center pipeline in the state pending a comprehensive audit by ERCOT, as GOP panics over its dimming electoral prospects in Ohio While Texas Governor Greg Abbott paused the entirety of the state's data center-related pipeline in early August, the sheer scale of […]

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NVIDIA’s laptop RTX 5090 boasts sufficient VRAM to be able to crank every visual setting in the most demanding AAA titles, but when running AI workloads, it’s a whole new ballgame for the GPU’s 24GB framebuffer. Still, a series of tests shows that it’s able to hold its own against Apple’s M5 Max by comprehensively beating it in a series of LLM workloads, that is, until the benchmarks fire up a heavier AI model coupled with increased Context Length. The unified memory architecture of M5 Max comes to the rescue, significantly beating the RTX 5090 in token generation once the Context Length […]

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NVIDIA is trying to thread the needle when it comes to its gigantic customer base in China, attempting to balance the efficacy of its China-specific offerings with the restrictions imposed under sweeping US export controls. Now, at a time when Beijing is actively discouraging enterprises from importing the NVIDIA H200 GPUs that the Trump administration has specifically authorized for use within China, NVIDIA is apparently trying a different route to provide value to its Chinese customer base while remaining within the bounds of US export controls, and this narrow route apparently centers on Groq's LPUs. NVIDIA is apparently designing a […]

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It’s a rare sight to see some customers buying RAM and completely forgetting about this purchase, but consumers were likely the last market that would have anticipated the memory shortage, and in light of recent events, a vacation home owner suddenly remembered that he had three premium G.SKILL Trident Z5 Royal Neo kits purchased in early 2025 for $717. Now, they cost a small fortune. The RAM kits’ owner wanted to reclaim the purchased memory for a new PC build featuring a Ryzen 9 9950X3D The post might have been deleted by Redditor “jmg5,” but not before we managed to […]

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Despite the booming demand for its products and aggressive plans for capacity expansion, China's CXMT is unlikely to make a significant dent in the global DRAM market, according to a research report from South Korea's Hanwha Securities. CXMT has managed to carve a place for itself in the global memory market as booming AI demand stretches the production capacity of key players. Its products are primarily targeted towards domestic Chinese firms, with multiple reports having indicated that Apple is also interested in buying the firm's products. CXMT's Contribution To Global Memory Chip Production Growth Will Fall In 2027, Says Report […]

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Bethesda Game Studios has just released a new update (version 1.7.99) for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition. The patch is mainly focused on increasing console mod storage limits and bringing more Creations improvements and fixes, but if you're a PC player currently on a modded playthrough, it may wreak havoc on your save. Bethesda has stated that this particular patch should not affect load orders, but the studio's own advice to back up saves as a precaution is a reminder that Skyrim updates have historically broken mod compatibility before, most notably with the original Anniversary Edition update in […]

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Today, IO Interactive and Amazon MGM Studios proudly announced that 007 First Light has surpassed 4 million units sold in its first three months on the market, which makes the action/adventure game one of 2026's fastest-selling premium titles. The press release highlights that the milestone proves the global excitement for 007 First Light. The game's remarkable success, both critically and commercially (especially with the upcoming launch on Nintendo Switch 2 still on the way later this year), highlights the franchise's lasting charm and the favorable response to the studio's ambitious goal of delivering a premium, original Bond experience to audiences […]

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According to the latest leak, Intel's 28-core Nova Lake CPU could reach a staggering 296W at its PL2 power limit. Intel's 8+16+4 bLLC Chip Rumored to be one of the Nova Lake's Highest-End Single-Tile Designs Intel's upcoming Nova Lake-S desktop lineup appears to be one of the most aggressive ones, with power limits higher than previously expected. According to the user "Golden Pig Upgrade" (via Weibo), the Nova Lake-S CPU with a configuration of 8+16+4 will reportedly feature a PL2 (Power Limit 2) limit of 296W. This makes it potentially one of the most power-hungry mainstream desktop CPUs Intel has […]

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[UPDATE - August 20, 11:42 AM] The Duskbloods is not going to release on September 24, as Kirk McKeand, the journalist who penned the preview for The Guardian, confirmed on Bluesky that the release date was added by mistake. Original story follows. FromSoftware is among the best Japanese game development studios still active today, but it is undeniable that the uncompromising Hidetaka Miyazaki and his team have long struggled with player onboarding in games like the Dark Souls series and Bloodborne. Although things significantly improved with games like Elden Ring and its spinoff Nightreign, the Japanese studio still likes to […]

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[UPDATE] It seems like the launch date of The Duskbloods was an error made by The Guardian's editor. [ORIGINAL STORY] The release date of FromSoftware's hotly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, might have been just "leaked" by The Guardian. In their preview of the game, they added at the very end that it will be available from September 24. If confirmed, it would put The Duskbloods right up against big titles like Remedy's Control Resonant and Konami's Silent Hill: Townfall, although, admittedly, neither will be releasing on the Nintendo Switch 2 at that time. Today also brought the […]

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The latest graphics driver will support the newly launched GPU as well as several new upcoming titles. AMD Releases Adrenalin Edition 26.8.1 GPU Driver, Bringing Support for RX 9050 4 GB and Adding Support for Several Games AMD has released a new version of Software: Adrenalin Edition, bringing support for newer hardware and upcoming games. The Adrenalin Edition 26.8.1 has officially added support for the AMD Radeon RX 9050 4 GB GPU, which launched recently, and has added three titles to its database before their official launch. The new driver should now recognize the RX 9050 4 GB GPU properly. […]

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SK hynix has turned into a massive financial juggernaut on the back of the relentless demand for HBM and the corresponding shortages on the legacy DRAM and NAND front. Now, just a few days after the memory giant rolled out a titanic stock buyback program, it has reportedly agreed to an employee compensation package laden with bells and whistles, including a carve out for its employees' aunts and uncles. SK hynix's tentative pay package includes a wage increase, downside protection for equity awards, and an increase in pension support, shift-work allowance, housing loan limits, promotion rates, meal support, bereavement support, […]

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Both new ExpertBook laptops run on the latest Intel Core 7 Series 3 processors and are offered in 14 and 16-inch variants. ASUS Debuts 14- and 16-inch Intel Core 7 Series 3-Powered ExpertBook P3 and B3 Laptops With ASUS ExpertGuardian Popular hardware and peripheral manufacturer ASUS has unveiled two of its new laptops for professionals under the ExpertBook family. The ExpertBook lineup received two additions: B3 and P3, carrying the legacy of ExpertBook through a sleek design and features that are ideal for small businesses and professionals. The first one is the ExpertBook P3 G2, a laptop that is designed […]

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Following the launch of the Silent Hill 2 remake and Silent Hill f, the survival-horror series by KONAMI has finally returned to the spotlight after long years of absence. The series' revival will continue next month with Silent Hill: Townfall, a first-person game that promises to deliver everything the series is loved for in the first entry in the franchise set in Europe. Earlier today, KONAMI, publisher Annapurna Interactive, and developer Screen Burn Interactive shared on YouTube a new trailer that is more of a proper showcase, as its 18-minute duration provides a rather good look at the game's haunting […]

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Gaming laptops give users the flexibility to switch between “Eco” mode to exclusively run the machine on the integrated GPU to get better battery life, with the option to switch to “Hybrid” or “Dedicated” modes for gaming purposes. However, one user noticed that in his quest to run on Eco mode entirely on his new ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14, Windows ended up uninstalling the dGPU driver on its own without informing the user, leaving “Microsoft Basic Display Adapter” in its place. A gaming laptop owner discovered that Windows can uninstall dGPU drivers in 15 to 30 days when running strictly […]

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The latest unfortunate wave of layoffs at Xbox, which will result in a loss of 3,200 jobs by July 2027, has affected pretty much every studio, ranging from those that went independent, like Tim Schafer's Double Fine, to those no one believed would be at risk, such as Bethesda. Among these, id Software was hit hard, so much so that the future of the id Tech engine, the impressive game engine that powers the DOOM series and MachineGames' Indiana Jones and The Great Circle, was put in question. According to the studio's Executive Producer Marty Stratton, the developer won't ditch its proprietary engine […]

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The PlayStation 6 and Xbox Project Helix could be right around the corner if they indeed launch in late 2027 or early 2028 (although Sony has yet to decide its system's release date), but what's usually considered a very exciting time is turning into a nightmare for both gamers and console manufacturers due to the high price of components. With prices being what they are, both systems launching at $1000 and above is a very real possibility, and one that could turn the next generation into one of the less popular of all time. As reported by VGC, Ampere Analysis […]

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Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Summit, scheduled to be held next month, will officially announce the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro, but before that grand unveiling, the company’s desoldered flagship SoC has already gone on sale in China. At a price of $42, we doubt many will resist the urge to grab these units, but the only hurdle is how to make these chipsets work. The seller is not just offering free shipping for Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro engineering samples, but says that the price is negotiable Considering that the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen […]

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Upgrading to a gaming laptop in the age of the RAM crisis only makes sense if you have a ton of money to throw away or if you stumble upon a deal that’s too exceptional to turn a blind eye to. For one buyer, it was the latter, and when he found out that a Lenovo Legion Pro 5i armed with an RTX 4070 was available for only $600, he just had to pounce on the opportunity. Paired with the RTX 4070 was Intel’s older Core i9-14900HX CPU, which thankfully didn’t show any signs of crashing when running stress tests In […]

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