Benchmarks
Adata's XPG Novakey RGB DDR5-6000 C30 RAM Kit Review
Adata's XPG Novakey RGB DDR5-6000 C30 RAM kit offers a unique Infinity Mirror design and impressive performance, but at a premium price.
Tom's Hardware
Staff reporter at Frames and Fans, covering Gaming Hardware.
Components
Overclocker Updates Hydra Tool with VRAM and Power Limit Controls for RTX 50-Series GPUs
The latest update to Hydra, a popular overclocking application, introduces VRAM overclocking and power limit control for Nvidia's RTX 50-series graphics cards.
Benchmarks
DJI Wins Partial Victory in US Ban Appeal, Classified Evidence to be Examined
A US appeals court has ordered a fresh review of DJI's 'Chinese military company' designation, allowing the drone maker to stay on the Pentagon's list while a judge examines classified evidence.
Handhelds & consoles
Navigating Motherboard Purchases: Balancing Features and Cost in a High-Price Market
With motherboard prices rising and features multiplying, buyers must carefully assess their needs to avoid overpaying for unused capabilities. This guide explores the factors driving costs and helps users determine which features are essential for their usage.
Handhelds & consoles
Bambu Labs' P1S 3D Printer and AMS Color Printing Module Bundle on Sale at Best Buy
The Bambu Labs' P1S 3D printer and AMS color printing module combo bundle is available for $499 at Best Buy's 60th Anniversary Sale, a $50 discount from its normal retail price.
News
AMD Claims 2026 Rack-Scale AI Solution is 4X More Energy Efficient Than 2024 Platform
AMD has announced that its 2026 rack-scale AI solution is 4X more energy efficient than its 2024 AI platform, according to the company's estimates.
Benchmarks
Asus ROG Swift PG32UCWM: Premium OLED Gaming Monitor with Flagship Performance
The Asus ROG Swift PG32UCWM is a high-end 32-inch OLED gaming monitor featuring Tandem RGB Stripe technology, 4K resolution at 240Hz, and FHD at 480Hz. It offers smooth gaming with low input lag, premium build quality, and extras like LED lighting and game aids. While it lacks internal speakers, its performance and features justify its $1,299 price tag.
Components
Intel's Next-Gen Nova Lake Chips May Skip Game-Boosting X3D Cache Rival for Mobile SKUs
A new rumor suggests that Intel's upcoming Nova Lake CPUs may not feature the company's game-boosting X3D cache rival, bLLC, on mobile SKUs. Instead, the feature may debut on the Razor Lake-HX family.
Benchmarks
Data Centers Face Power Cuts Amid Grid Shortages
PJM Interconnection proposes rules to cut power to new data centers first during supply shortages, unless they bring their own electricity generation
Components
Intel's Arc Pro B70 Workstation GPU Sees Significant Price Hike Across Regions
The Arc Pro B70 workstation GPU has experienced a substantial price increase in various regions, with the 32GB Battlemage card now approaching $2,000 in some areas.
Handhelds & consoles
GoldenEye 007 Decompilation Project Reaches 100% Milestone
A long-standing decompilation project for the Nintendo 64 game GoldenEye 007 has reached 100% completion, opening up possibilities for complex mods and ports.
Components
Asus ROG Edition 20 gaming PC build - A pricey powerhouse PC
A unique PC build featuring high-end components from Asus' Edition 20 lineup, including a powerful GPU, a large EATX PC case, and a 3000W power supply. The build is estimated to cost around $15,000, making it a luxury item for the select few.
Components
Geekom Admits to Shipping Malware-Laced Network Drivers for AMD Mini PCs
Geekom has admitted to shipping malware-laced network drivers for its range of AMD mini PCs. The company has removed the malicious package and offered guidance to affected users.
Builds
Judge Clears Nine PBS to Retrieve 70 Years of Archival TV Data
A Denver judge has ruled in favor of Nine PBS, allowing the station to retrieve its 70 years of archival TV data from Iron Mountain Data Centers.
Handhelds & consoles
Memory Prices Reach Record Highs Amid Global Shortage
The cost of DDR5 memory has skyrocketed in the past 12 months, with prices increasing by nearly 500% for high-capacity kits. The shortage has also affected DDR4 memory, with prices rising by 120% to 180%.
Benchmarks
Alibaba Sells Gaming Studio to Focus on AI Buildout
Alibaba is selling its gaming studio, Lingxi Games, to Trustar Capital for at least $1.5 billion to help fund its AI infrastructure program.
Peripherals
Modern OLEDs Face Burn-in Concerns Despite Brightness Gains
A recent test by Rtings.com found that modern OLED TVs are just as susceptible to burn-in as older models, but with crucial headroom for longevity.
News
xTool M2 Color Craft Laser and Engraver Review: Improved Print Head and Positioning Cameras at a Lower Price
The xTool M2 color craft laser and engraver brings crafting flexibility at a new low price while improving on several features, at the expense of the cutting blade and pen options offered by the M1.
Components
Portable External CD/DVD Drive with SATA and SD Card Slot Available for $26.99
A portable external CD/DVD drive with a 2.5-inch SATA and SD Card slot is available for $26.99 on Amazon, offering plug-and-play convenience and a range of features for the price.
Components
The Birth of the PC Age: Intel 8088 Processor
45 years ago, the PC age began with the launch of the IBM PC Model 5150, powered by the Intel 8088 microprocessor. This processor, a cheaper sibling of the Intel 8086, played a crucial role in the dominance of x86 architecture in personal computing.
Benchmarks
Neural Audio Compression Enables 2.9MB Song to be Printed on Paper as Eight QR Codes
A maker has successfully compressed a 2.9MB song using Meta's AI codec and printed it on paper as eight QR codes, requiring a neural network for playback.
Peripherals
3D-Printed Camera Covers Raise Concerns Over Surveillance and Civil Disobedience
A 3D-printing enthusiast has created a design for a camera cover that can be easily attached to Flock cameras, sparking concerns over surveillance and civil disobedience.
Handhelds & consoles
Dell Revives Iconic Ad Campaign to Promote AI Server Racks
Dell CEO Michael Dell has released a humorous 2026-themed update of the company's famous 'Dude, you're getting a Dell' ad campaign, this time promoting AI server racks instead of consumer PCs. The short video, featuring a Dell Dude character, highlights the company's shift toward AI-focused hardware for data centers, signaling its growing investment in enterprise AI solutions.
News
Silent Drones: Researchers Develop 3D-Printed Sound-Powered Jet Engines
A team of researchers from Switzerland's École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne has developed a 'sound-powered engine' that uses 3D-printed cavities and ultrasonic frequencies to propel micro drones without making a sound.