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Gigabyte launches new Intel Z890 motherboard models with many valuable upgrades

10-Oct-2024, 5:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

Gigabyte has announced its full Z890 motherboard lineup for Intel Arrow Lake CPUs today.

Despite the official launch of the Intel Arrow Lake CPU generation still pending, Gigabyte has introduced a series of Z890 motherboards designed for this new CPU, comprising a total of 17 models categorized into different series The most notable among them are the models belonging to the AI TOP Series such as Z890 AORUS XTREME AI TOP, Z890 AORUS MASTER AI TOP, and Z890 AI TOP. These motherboards offer advanced features including support for DDR5 with...

Benchmark results for the Ryzen 9000X3D have leaked, showing a significant generational performance boost

09-Oct-2024, 6:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

AMD's Ryzen 9000X3D CPUs are on the way, and they are expected to offer faster multi-core performance compared to the non-X3D models.

Leaked Cinebench R23 results for AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Ryzen 9 9950X3D CPUs indicate a significant performance improvement compared to previous generations. These benchmark results demonstrate enhanced single-threaded and multi-threaded performance for AMD’s new Ryzen 9000X3D CPUs, aligning with the rumors about higher clock speeds for these processors. The 8-core Ryzen 7 9800X3D reportedly achieves single-core and multi-core scores of 2145 and 23315 in Cinebench R23. Compared to the data for AMD’s Ryzen 7 7800X3D, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D shows...

Benchmarks leak for Intel Ultra 9 285K: high-end gaming with reduced power consumption

09-Oct-2024, 5:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

Slides that have been leaked indicate that the upcoming Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor is facing challenges compared to its predecessor.

An Intel presentation slide leak from a Chinese source has revealed that the brand anticipates its next-generation chip to deliver similar performance to the Core i9-14900K. When using a set of 14 titles, the new chip demonstrated comparable performance to its predecessor on average. Depending on the game, the Core Ultra 9 285K showed performance ranging from 13% slower to 15% faster, with many cases showing no difference. It's important to highlight that the Core Ultra consumed less power...

Check out some top-quality twin-stick shooters available in the latest Twin Stick 'Em Up Humble Bundle

08-Oct-2024, 3:00 pm manhkbrady Hot Deals

The Twin Stick 'Em Up is a new selection of quality twin-stick shooters added to the Humble Bundle store, running until October 25, 2024.

Looking to save money on video games? Humble Bundles are the way to go. They're perfect for expanding your game collection without breaking the bank. The latest addition to the Humble Bundle store is the Twin Stick 'Em Up bundle, featuring seven indie games available for purchase until October 25, 2024. All seven games in this bundle are compatible with the Steam Deck, making them suitable for other gaming handhelds and controllers. Here are the games included, along with their Steam...

Intel announces full fix for issues on 13th and 14th generation CPUs

08-Oct-2024, 2:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

Intel has confirmed that it has fixed the instability issues on the 13th and 14th generation CPUs, but users remain cautious.

Intel has officially confirmed that they have completely resolved the instability issue on the Raptor Lake and Raptor Lake Refresh (13th and 14th generation) CPUs. However, many users still express concerns about the possibility of the CPU silently degrading in performance over time. During operation, the 13th and 14th generation Intel CPUs often require a higher voltage (Vmin) than necessary when in idle or light task states, leading to system instability. This phenomenon, known as Vmin Shift, can cause the CPU...

MSI unveils S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2-themed RTX 4070 Ti SUPER GPU, bundled with the game for free

07-Oct-2024, 10:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

In anticipation of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl's release next month, MSI has developed a new Nvidia graphics card specifically designed for fans.

About a week ago, MSI Gaming YT released a teaser video showcasing a new design for the GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super GPU, featuring the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super Gaming Slim edition. The GPU boasts a custom shroud design with specific game-related details inspired by S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl. ...

GOG is giving away a beautiful horror puzzle game, but only for the next 2 days

04-Oct-2024, 8:00 am manhkbrady Free Games

GOG is offering 72 hours of free distribution to Night Light Interactive's horror puzzle adventure, "Whispering Willows."

Steam and the Epic Games Store are the two most popular launchers in the PC market, but other alternatives are gaining traction due to their offerings and benefits. Among these alternatives, GOG stands out as a top choice due to its DRM-free policy. Users of this digital platform are in for a treat as they can now expand their game library with a new free offering that will appeal to fans of narrative experiences. The offering in question is Whispering Willows,...

Intel Core Ultra 200: Arrow Lake-S announcement confirmed for October 10th

03-Oct-2024, 2:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

Intel is set to launch their next-generation Arrow Lake CPUs this month, with both the release and reveal dates for these processors having been leaked.

Intel has officially announced that the Core Ultra 200 Arrow Lake-S desktop CPU series will be revealed on October 10th, with availability and reviews set for October 24th. During the announcement, Intel is expected to highlight the advantages of the new Arrow Lake CPU designs and provide insights into the changes since the launch of Raptor Lake in 2022. According to a couple of leakers and information from Videocardz.com, Intel has begun sending invitations to selected members...

Microsoft has officially released Windows 11 24H2

03-Oct-2024, 12:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

The Windows 11 2024 update, also known as version 24H2, is now available for everyone to download to their systems.

Unlike recent Windows 11 updates, the 24H2 version represents a major change for Microsoft's operating system, so the update process will take longer than usual. The update process will proceed as usual, with Microsoft rolling it out to users running Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 who are genuinely interested in the early stages. This means users need to go to the Settings app, select Windows Update, and request the update manually by clicking "Get the latest updates as soon as...

AMD has officially released AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF 2) alongside their 24.9.1 drivers

02-Oct-2024, 11:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

With this update, AMD Fluid Motion Frames 2 is now accessible to all users with compatible hardware, which was previously limited to preview drivers only.

In July 2024, a beta version of AFMF 2, AMD's Fluid Motion Frames tech, was launched by AMD. Yesterday, the red team released the AMD Adrenalin 24.9.1 driver, which now officially supports the final version of AFMF 2. One of the significant improvements in AFMF2 is the resolution of a major issue present in AFMF1. Previously, AFMF1 would disable Frame Generation during fast movements, which was a major drawback. AFMF2 aims to address this issue. According to AMD, AFMF2 now includes...

Remnant 2 revealed in the October 2024 Humble Choice Bundle lineup

02-Oct-2024, 10:00 am manhkbrady Hot Deals

The lineup of games planned for Humble Choice Bundle for the month of October 2024 have partially been revealed.

Humble Choice is a fantastic subscription service that offers a variety of games each month at an affordable price. Subscribers have the flexibility to pause and resume their subscription as needed. The monthly bundles often include well-known blockbuster games and occasionally feature recent releases. For the upcoming October bundle, Humble Choice subscribers can look forward to a diverse selection of enjoyable games, with one of the standout titles being Remnant 2. The confirmed games for the Humble Choice Bundle include:...

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 leak hints at 16GB and 24GB GDDR7 variants in the works

01-Oct-2024, 12:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 is expected to offer 16GB and 24GB of GDDR7 VRAM with similar core specs.

There are rumors circulating about Nvidia's plan to introduce two editions of its RTX 5080 graphics card. One version will have a 16GB capacity, while the other will boast an impressive 24GB frame buffer. Recently, leaked specifications for Nvidia’s RTX 5080 have surfaced. These specifications outline a 400W TDP, 10752 CUDA cores, and a 256-bit memory bus. It's important to note that the leak indicates the RTX 5080 will feature 16GB of GDDR7 memory. However, the possibility of a 24GB...

Steam's Turn-Based RPG Fest offers you a ton of free demos and great turn-based games to check out

01-Oct-2024, 11:00 am manhkbrady Hot Deals

Another week brings another mini games festival on Steam! This time, it's the Turn-Based RPG Fest, offering a chance to discover your next favorite game.

Valve's Steam service is currently hosting a game category sales event, this time focusing on turn-based strategy games and RPGs. The sale will be ongoing until Oct. 7, offering discounts on a variety of titles suitable for gaming on your PC. The event follows the familiar format of genre-specific sales, providing discounts, demos, and information about upcoming games. It also serves as an opportunity for developers to stand out in a crowded market where thousands of games are released each year....

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D packaging design unveiled: "The Ultimate Processor for Elite Gaming"

30-Sept-2024, 9:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

New leaks reveal AMD's upcoming Ryzen 7 9800X3D, which is being touted as the "Ultimate Processor for Elite Gaming" and is "engineered for higher frequencies."

Yesterday, the first image of AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D box was revealed along with new details for the processor from Moore’s Law is Dead. Given that the box design has been finalized, it is evident that AMD is gearing up to introduce its initial X3D-enhanced Zen 5 processor. Speculations suggest that this CPU will be launched in 2024, with recent rumors pointing towards a November release. The full specifications for this CPU remain unknown. Nonetheless, according to...

Leaked NVIDIA RTX 5090 specs reveal 32GB VRAM, 600W power draw, and massive core count

27-Sept-2024, 8:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

Leaked specifications highlight a massive difference between the RTX 5080 and RTX 5090.

There have been ongoing rumors about the RTX 5090, but we are now gaining better insight into the development of Nvidia's flagship RTX 50-series GPU. A well-known hardware leaker, @kopite7kimi, has reported that the highly anticipated RTX 5090, poised to be one of the top graphics cards, will have a significant power requirement of 600 watts. The leaker revealed specifications for both the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 on X (formerly Twitter). While previous hints from @kopite7kimi about the RTX...

The GOG Autumn Sale has officially started!

26-Sept-2024, 7:00 pm manhkbrady Hot Deals

The Autumn Sale brings 5000+ deals with discounts of up to 90% off.

The vibrant, autumn season is on its way, and just like students heading back to school, it's time to immerse ourselves in the joy of gaming during The Autumn Sale on GOG! We're thrilled to enhance your gaming experience with fantastic discounts, exciting new releases, and more. Additionally, you can now get your hands on Resident Evil 3: Nemesis on GOG, joining its predecessors Resident Evil 1 and 2 that arrived on the...

Intel Xeon 6 P-core launched - Regaining the leading position

26-Sept-2024, 5:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

Intel has made a comeback in the server market with its latest Xeon 6 P-core product line after years of being overshadowed by AMD in the server market.

In recent years, Intel has lost its leading position in general processing and x86 specifically. Particularly in the server segment, where the company has dominated for decades, it has now faced tough competition from AMD's EPYC processors. The restructuring campaign led by CEO Pat Gelsinger undoubtedly involves regaining dominance in this highly lucrative segment. At Computex a few months ago, Intel introduced the new brand Xeon 6 as a transformation of its server product line. However, the Xeon 6 showcased...

AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU for next-gen handhelds spotted with 8-core configuration

25-Sept-2024, 10:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

The AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU will have a 3+5 core setup and a 28W TDP, designed to power the next-generation gaming handheld devices.

One of AMD's executives has confirmed the upcoming release of the Ryzen Z2 processor. The company has announced that the processor won't be available until next year, but preparations for its launch are already in progress. This information has been verified in the recently leaked NBD shipping manifest (via @Olrak29_), which identifies the chip as "Z2X28W" with a "100-000001684" ID. The Z2X28W FP8 listing for this CPU indicates that it uses the FP8 socket and has...

Intel reportedly cancels Arrow Lake-S Refresh, delaying next desktop CPUs until 2026

24-Sept-2024, 3:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

It seems that Intel has decided to discontinue another desktop processor architecture.

As per Panzerlied (via Videocardz), Intel has decided to scrap its 2025 Arrow Lake Refresh plans. Intel is set to release its Arrow Lake lineup of desktop CPUs this year, and it was reportedly working on updated CPU designs for next year. These refreshed CPU designs were expected to mainly utilize similar CPU designs as before, but with additional E-cores and a more robust NPU. The future of Intel’s desktop CPU lineup is currently uncertain. The next...

The Sega Publisher Sale is now live on Steam, with top discounts on popular titles

24-Sept-2024, 1:00 pm manhkbrady Hot Deals

SEGA fans can grab some timeless classics for almost nothing in the latest Steam sale.

The Steam Sega Publisher Sale has been recently announced by Sega, offering heavily discounted prices on some of their best games. The sale commenced recently and will continue until September 26, 2024. This timely sale coincides with the upcoming release of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza, serving as a promotional event for the game's announcement. The major news is the reveal of a new Like a Dragon game featuring the beloved character Goro Majima. Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza...