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MODDIY suggests using upgraded 12V-2×6 power cables for RTX 50 series GPUs.
13-Feb-2025, 2:00 pm
manhkbrady
Hardware News
MODDIY advises using their 12V-2×6 cables instead of their older 12VHPWR cables for RTX 50 series GPUs.
MODDIY has advised users of RTX 50 series GPUs to utilize their 12V-2×6 power cables rather than the older 12VHPWR cables, as noted on their Help Center website (highlighted by Tom Warren). This suggestion emerged after an RTX 5090 Founders Edition GPU suffered melted power connectors while using one of the company’s 12VHPWR cables.
The company indicated that its new 2025 12V-2×6 and 12VHPWR...
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Fanatical's Capcom Bundle offers an amazing selection of great games to pick from
13-Feb-2025, 1:00 pm
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Hot Deals
Fanatical's Capcom Bundle delivers an incredible collection for fans of Resident Evil, Devil May Cry, and more.
BundleFest 2025 has officially kicked off, and Capcom has partnered with Fanatical to host a Build Your Own Capcom Bundle, featuring 21 titles from the publisher's library, showcasing a diverse range of fighting games, horror, action, platformers, and puzzles.
Fanatical's promotion allows you to acquire two chosen titles on Steam for $13/£13/13€, three games for $19/£19/19€, or four for $25/£25/25€, with the option to add more titles for just $6.25 each after that.
Available titles include Street Fighter...
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der8auer reveals a troubling power distribution problem with the RTX 5090 FE
12-Feb-2025, 11:30 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
A professional overclocker has discovered a concerning flaw in Nvidia’s RTX 5090 Founders Edition GPUs.
Recently, we reported on an incident involving an RTX 5090 GPU that suffered damage due to a "melted" 12VHPWR connector. As it turns out, the owner of this GPU resides near Roman “der8auer” Hartung, a highly regarded overclocker, allowing him the chance to inspect the damaged unit. His results are quite alarming. In fact, der8auer identified a comparable issue with his own RTX 5090 Founders Edition (FE) graphics card, prompting speculation about a potential flaw in...
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Steam Couch Co-op Fest features hundreds of discounts and playable demos
12-Feb-2025, 11:00 am
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Hot Deals
Gaming solo is enjoyable, but it's even better with friends. Don't miss out on the Steam Couch Co-Op Fest!
This week, the digital gaming platform Steam is hosting the Couch Co-op Fest, featuring a wide array of discounted co-op games, new demos, and live streaming events.
As part of the Couch Co-op Fest, there are also free items available in the Steam Points Shop. Whether you enjoy customizing your avatar or just want to grab something for free, all Steam users can participate.
Based on the advertisements and trailers, it seems Steam is broadening the definition...
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RTX 5090 GPU power connector melted while using a third-party cable
11-Feb-2025, 9:00 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
RTX 5090 power connector overheated and melted after being connected to a third-party 12VHPWR cable.
A Reddit user named ivan6953 (reported by Videocardz) has confirmed that the 12VHPWR cable they employed with their RTX 5090 GPU has melted. The user mentioned that the "cable was securely fastened and clicked" but that they utilized a "3rd party cable." This cable had previously powered the same PC with an RTX 4090 Founders Edition graphics card.
The images shared by the...
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Epic Games Store Winter Sale 2025 is now live
11-Feb-2025, 8:00 am
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Hot Deals
According to Epic, winter is here to stay—at least until February 24. Who needs heat when there are discounted games available?
While the current weather may suggest spring is around the corner (at least temporarily; in some regions), the Epic Games Store Winter Sale 2025 is now underway, boasting a whopping 2,640 deals on PC games. From significant markdowns on recent PC game releases to classic titles available for a steal, the Epic Games Store Winter Sale has something for everyone.
It’s cold out there Warm up with hot deals from our Winter Sale!
Now until Monday,...
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Switch 2 can transform Joy-Con into a computer mouse?
10-Feb-2025, 8:30 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
A recent patent related to the Switch 2 seems to validate rumors that the Joy-Con controllers can be used as fully functional computer mice.
Rumors suggesting that the Nintendo Switch 2 will enable players to utilize the Joy-Con controllers as computer mice have been seemingly confirmed by two newly published patents. These patents, submitted in Japan in August 2023, feature comprehensive diagrams of the Switch 2 and Joy-Con, including illustrations depicting the Joy-Con being used as an unconventional input device—lying face-down on a surface with fingers resting on the buttons.
The...
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ASUS has unveiled the ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090 Dhahab Edition GPU
07-Feb-2025, 7:00 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
Presenting the ASUS ROG Astral RTX 5090 Dhahab OC Edition.
ASUS has introduced a new version of their ROG Astral GeForce RTX 5090, influenced by Middle Eastern aesthetics and featuring Arabic script alongside a gold color scheme.
Nvidia’s RTX 5090 holds the title of the most costly consumer GPU globally, while ASUS’ ROG Astral is already a high-end variant of this graphics card. Clearly, the design draws inspiration from Middle Eastern opulence, prominently showcasing golden elements throughout the card. These golden touches are evident on the casing,...
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Humankind and Beyond Blue are currently free on the Epic Games Store
07-Feb-2025, 5:00 am
manhkbrady
Free Games
PC gamers can claim both titles for free right now.
A new free game offer has just appeared on the Epic Games Store, allowing PC gamers to claim a copy of Beyond Blue and Humankind at no cost. This latest deal replaces the Undying giveaway that has been available since last Thursday. As is customary, you have until next Thursday to secure these games for your library permanently.
Beyond Blue, developed by E-Line Media, the same studio behind...
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New AMD Radeon RX 9070 graphics cards are set to launch in early March
06-Feb-2025, 6:00 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
AMD CEO Lisa Su has confirmed that RDNA 4 will launch in early March.
During AMD’s Q4 2024 earnings call, CEO Lisa Su announced that the company plans to launch its first RDNA 4 GPUs in “early March.” AMD aims to focus on the “highest volume segment of the enthusiast gaming market” with the new Radeon RX 9070 series GPUs.
Lisa Su stated that these upcoming GPUs will “deliver high-quality 4K gaming to mainstream players.” This achievement is thanks to AMD's enhancements in AI and ray...
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Leaked specs of Intel's Nova Lake CPUs suggest a significant performance boost
06-Feb-2025, 4:00 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
A leak indicates that Intel’s Nova Lake CPUs could feature double the core count, with 16 P-cores and 32 E-cores.
In the most recent earnings call, Intel announced that their upcoming "Nova Lake" desktop processors are set to debut in 2026. Recent leaks suggest that these new CPUs are intended to provide a significant enhancement in overall CPU performance. The number of cores is expected to double compared to the current Arrow Lake desktop CPUs, allowing for as many as 16 P-cores and 32 E-cores. Intel seems to have embraced multi-threaded performance...
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DLSS 4 support at launch for Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and many other games
05-Feb-2025, 9:30 am
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Hardware News
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 benefits from DLSS 4 support through Nvidia’s DLSS Override feature.
After the introduction of NVIDIA DLSS 4, NVIDIA revealed that PC gamers can take advantage of the DLSS Override feature available in the NVIDIA app to enable the new transformer AI model and even Multi Frame Generation in the demo for The First Berserker: Khazan. Of course, Multi Frame Generation will only be available to those who possess the latest...
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Humble has released a huge DLC bundle for Bungie’s MMO shooter Destiny 2
05-Feb-2025, 6:30 am
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Hot Deals
Humble Destiny 2: The Story So Far 2025 Bundle delivers the ultimate Light & Darkness collection. Just a quick note—the base game is free-to-play.
Since its debut in 2017, Destiny 2 has been known for its challenging entry point, largely due to its varied releases that can leave newcomers puzzled about what to expect. Fortunately, Humble has offered a simple solution by bundling every available piece of Destiny 2 content into one $30/£24.68/29,28€ package.
This is ideal for new players eager to delve into the latest chapter of the ongoing Destiny saga. Not sure if it's for you? Check out the...
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Steam Idler Fest is now live with tons of discounts and demos to check out
04-Feb-2025, 9:30 am
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Hot Deals
Steam Idler Fest provides discounts and demos for auto-play games, making it convenient if you need to step away.
Pass the time with premier idlers at discounted rates. Steam's recent festival features all your beloved Cookie, Cat, and Kiwi Clickers at reduced prices! If you've been away and haven't heard, Steam is currently running the Idler Fest, which is filled with demos, price cuts, and upcoming titles that “play themselves.”
Check out Valve's official trailer below:...
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NUC is changing as ASUS prepares a version powered by AMD Strix Halo
04-Feb-2025, 12:30 am
manhkbrady
Hardware News
NUC today is different from the NUC of the past—it no longer belongs to Intel, giving ASUS the freedom to innovate.
Now, a NUC powered by an AMD Strix Halo processor may be on the way. Since July 2023, when Intel transferred the rights and responsibilities for developing future NUC products, users have seen new iterations of these compact computers, such as the ROG NUC and NUC 14. However, according to recent reports, the NUC may no longer be what it once was. ASUS is reportedly preparing a mini PC that still carries the NUC name but...
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Does RTX 5080 fall short compared to its predecessor, the RTX 4080 Super?
03-Feb-2025, 2:30 pm
manhkbrady
Hardware News
The recent release of the RTX 5080 graphics card has caught many off guard by underperforming relative to the RTX 4080 in gaming.
Nvidia has unveiled its latest line of graphics cards, which includes the RTX 5080 priced at $1,000. However, this premium model is generating confusion among users due to its performance not being significantly better—in several instances, it even underperforms compared to its predecessor, the RTX 4080 Super.
Latest performance evaluations show that the RTX 5080 is merely around 8% quicker than the RTX 4080 Super—a rather limited enhancement against what was anticipated. In particular, games such as...
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Nvidia's Smooth Motion feature is set to be available for RTX 40 series GPUs
03-Feb-2025, 1:00 pm
manhkbrady
Hardware News
The introduction of Smooth Motion support for RTX 40 series GPUs is imminent, and it won’t remain exclusive to the RTX 50 series for long.
With the launch of the GeForce 572.16 WHQL drivers for Windows PCs, Nvidia incorporated “Smooth Motion” support into their Nvidia App. This new functionality is currently exclusive to the RTX 50 series and can produce AI-generated frames between traditionally rendered frames. This feature serves as Nvidia’s response to AMD’s Fluid Motion Frames 2 technology, and the company has announced that support for this capability...
Frank Azor confirms that the Radeon RX 9070 XT will be priced below $899.
Earlier this week, a report from WccfTech suggested that AMD was contemplating price points of $899 and $749 for their Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 GPUs. In reaction to this article, AMD’s Frank Azor, their Chief Architect of Gaming Solutions and Gaming Marketing, stated that these pricing estimates were “never part of the plan.” Essentially, AMD dismissed these rumors.
AMD aims to unveil their new RDNA...
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Nvidia’s newest GPU driver enables DLSS 4 in games and applications
31-Jan-2025, 6:00 am
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Hardware News
With the RTX 50 series launching today, Nvidia is also rolling out exciting updates for current RTX owners.
With the launch of their RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 graphics cards, Nvidia has introduced the GeForce 572.16 WHQL drivers for Windows 10/11 systems. These drivers come packed with an array of new features for Nvidia GeForce RTX graphics cards, such as DLSS Override support, enhancements to RTX Video Super Resolution, and more.
The DLSS Override allows Nvidia GPUs to upgrade compatible games to the latest DLSS versions. This...
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Epic Games Store is offering the unique zombie survival game Undying for free to claim
30-Jan-2025, 8:00 pm
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Free Games
The Epic Games Store is offering a new game for free download.
A week has passed since the last giveaway on the Epic Games Store, and, as expected, a new free game has been introduced. Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery has been taken off the list, making way for Undying, an innovative survival title from indie developer Vanimals.
Set in a zombie-infested post-apocalyptic environment, the game puts players in the role of a mother and her child navigating this bleak world. The gameplay focuses...