Intel unveils Lunar Lake CPUs for AI PCs and Sierra Forest processors for servers
Laptops powered by the new processors will hit the market later this year
Nvidia introduces new SFF standards to simplify compact custom PC builds
Verification markers identify dimensions and clearance standards for SFF PCs
"I'm a Mac" actor grows up to promote Windows on Arm PCs for Qualcomm
The more "things change," the more they stay the same
LG UltraGear 45GS95QE is the first gaming monitor to get VESA DisplayHDR 1.2 certification
A massive 4K monitor to properly play HDR content through OLED display technology
Sony's PC adapter for PS VR2 headset is confirmed, coming in August for $60
Not all features will work on the PC
Portable SSD with AirJet tech runs 20C cooler, achieves 2x sustained performance
AirJet tech is shaping up nicely
Qualcomm embraces AI PC future with big Copilot+ showcase at Computex
Qualcomm's third attempt at Arm-based PCs proves promising
Nvidia app update adds warranty-safe, 1-click GPU overclocking and improved gameplay recording
In a nutshell: Nvidia is rolling out a new beta version of its app tomorrow that should appeal to those who like to overclock their GPUs – without worrying about voiding the warranty – and record their gameplay. The company is also giving away rewards to users, including three months of free Game Pass for PC access.
Dell expects memory and SSD prices to jump an additional 20% this year
Out of the frying pan, into the fire
Amazon arms Fire TV with generative AI, unveils two new streaming sticks
New generative AI features will help you find the next bingeworthy show faster
Latest Steam survey: Another Lovelace card breaks into top ten, Linux passes 2% share
Windows 11 keeps getting more popular, too
Asus ROG Ally X is here with massive 80Wh battery, 24GB RAM
Asus dials up battery, cooling, and ergonomics with this one
AMD leaps into Copilot+ PCs and outlines infrastructure GPU roadmap
Why it matters: AMD is in the unique position of being the primary competitor to Nvidia on GPUs – for both PCs and AI acceleration – and to Intel for CPUs – both for servers and PCs – so their efforts are getting more attention than they ever have. And with that, the official opening keynote for this year's Computex was delivered by AMD CEO Dr. Lisa Su.
AMD unveils Ryzen 9000 CPUs, debuts new Zen 5 architecture
The 16-core Ryzen 9 9950X and three more new CPUs will debut next month
Highly anticipated: AMD has announced new Ryzen 9000 desktop CPUs based on the Zen 5 architecture, alongside new motherboard chipsets to support them. Additional details about the AM5 socket and new mobile chips with a heavy dose of AI were also revealed. We were briefed ahead of the Computex keynote, and are now over in Taipei, covering the floor with more coverage to come.
Nvidia's Jensen Huang kicks off Computex 2024 with a spotlight on GenAI and an accelerated GPU roadmap
Huang unveils Nvidia's roadmap to 2027
How much power can a PCIe x16 graphics card draw from the motherboard's slot?
Is it 50W, 75W, 150W or up to 300W?
The heads of Nvidia, TSMC and Quanta take an evening stroll to discuss... what exactly?
The chip industry would love to know what they were talking about
AMD Ryzen 9000 desktop CPU lineup leaked ahead of Computex launch
Something to look forward to: AMD is reportedly planning an initial launch of four Zen 5 CPUs ranging from 6 to 16 cores. The Ryzen 9 9950X flagship will be a 16-core / 32-thread CPU, followed by the 12-core / 24-thread Ryzen 9 9900X, the 8-core / 16-thread Ryzen 7 9700X, and the 6-core / 12-thread Ryzen 5 9600. The TDPs range from 65W for the 9600 to 170W for the 9950X.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 tape-out rumors: smaller than the 4090, 448-bit bus, monolithic die
Next-gen Founders Edition flagship might slim down to a two-slot cooler
This $1,900 laptop ditches the physical display for a pair of AR glasses
The software is just as quirky -- there's no Windows or macOS
Graphics card and motherboard China import tariffs pushed back by another year
Tariff extensions to remain until May 31, 2025
The big picture: The Office of the US Trade Representative has extended tariff exemptions on certain PC components several times since the Trump administration recommended tariffs on Chinese imports in 2018. Although there are no signs of an eventual end to the trade action, PC hardware vendors can breathe a sigh of relief until the middle of next year.
Arm unveils new CPU cores and GPU designs for flagship and mid-range devices
The new designs mean to offer improved performance and efficiency
GPD shows off new foldable dual-screen OLED laptop
Pricing, date, and internal hardware details remain unclear
PS5 becomes Sony's biggest money maker, cruising past PlayStation sales
PlayStation is the cash cow that keeps on giving