When it comes to gaming, we all love the promise of improved performance through driver updates. Intel’s Arc series is no exception, with the recent release of the 5379 drivers boasting significant increases in FPS for popular titles like Dragon’s Dogma 2. However, upon closer inspection, the results may not be as groundbreaking as originally
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Valve’s celebration of the Steam Deck OLED launch involved the creation of an orb constructed from 100 OLED prototypes that were available in their office. Instead of relying on computer-generated imagery, Valve decided to use practical photography to showcase the capabilities of the new handheld device. To document this endeavor, Valve released a timelapse video
Nvidia recently unveiled its latest GPU architecture, Blackwell, which comes packed with numerous upgrades that cater to AI inference and provide tantalizing hints about the future of next-gen gaming graphics cards. The announcement of Blackwell at GTC was met with great enthusiasm, as major tech companies wasted no time in securing systems equipped with this
Sony’s PlayStation VR2 for the PlayStation 5 has been met with mixed reviews due to its limitations. The headset is restricted to only working with the PlayStation system, which significantly limits its versatility. Additionally, there is a lack of high-quality VR games available for the device, making it less appealing to consumers. Finally, the price
In August 2022, the CHIPS Act was signed into law with the goal of enhancing US semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. The focus is not only on commercial benefits but also on strategic reasons, such as reducing dependence on Asian manufacturing. Recently, significant amounts of money have been allocated to attract chipmakers to establish their operations in
The Asus ROG NUC, unveiled at CES 2024, has generated quite a buzz among tech enthusiasts. With impressive specifications and a sleek design, this compact PC promises high performance in a small form factor. However, with a price tag of €2,500 for the high-end version, is it worth the investment? According to a pre-order listing
The global PC industry experienced a decline in shipments for the majority of 2023; however, there are signs of recovery, particularly in the GPU market. Recent statistics indicate that Intel is leading the comeback in the desktop and notebook market, demonstrating a significant lead over its competitors in the CPU sector. According to Canalys, a
The PGL CS2 Major Copenhagen 2024 has taken a significant step in upgrading its setups by swapping in AMD’s Ryzen 7 7800X3D as the CPU of choice for gaming pros. This shift from the previous Ryzen 9 5950X demonstrates a move towards higher performance and faster-paced gameplay. With the innovative 3D V-Cache design of the
The debate over graphics card pricing continues to rage on, even as we move past the pandemic-induced shortages and the cryptocurrency craze that drove prices to astronomical levels. High-end Nvidia cards like the RTX 4080 and RTX 4090 are still being sold well above their manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP), much to the frustration of
The period from 2020 to 2022 was marked by skyrocketing GPU prices due to high demand from miners. The pandemic only exacerbated the situation, with GPUs being particularly sought after for Ethereum mining. However, the good news was that this shortage came to an end in September 2022. Fast forward to 2024, and a new