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AMD Ryzen 4800HS processor launching exclusively on the Asus Zephyrus G14 for $1500

CES 2020 | AMD Ryzen 4800HS processor launching exclusively on the Asus Zephyrus G14 for $1500

The 14-inch Zephyrus G14 will be the smallest gaming laptop in its family and it'll be the first to offer AMD Ryzen 4000 HS-series options. Optional 1 mm-thick outer lid LED covers add a unique level of customization not seen on other laptops.
Allen Ngo, 07 Jan 2020 00:00
Asus TUF A15/A17 gaming laptops coming with Ryzen 4000H CPUs and GeForce RTX 2060 graphics

CES 2020 | Asus TUF A15/A17 gaming laptops coming with Ryzen 5 4600H and Ryzen 7 4800H CPUs and GeForce RTX 2060 graphics

Asus' budget to mid-range TUF laptops are getting new 3rd gen AMD H-series processors and a new naming convention that will make it easier for consumers to follow.
Allen Ngo, 07 Jan 2020 00:00
The AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT promises to deliver a great 1080p gaming experience. (Source: AMD)

CES 2020 | AMD takes the fight to GTX 1660 Ti territory with the Radeon RX 5600 XT, promises 120 fps gaming for US$279

AMD has introduced the Radeon RX 5600 XT at CES 2020 to take on NVIDIA's GTX 1660 series for 1080p Ultra gaming. Using the RDNA architecture with 36 CUs and 6 GB of GDDR6 VRAM, the RX 5600 XT seems to show considerable gains over the GTX 1660 Ti and is all set to retail on January 21 from US$279.
J. Simon Leitner and Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 07 Jan 2020 00:00
AMD's Dr. Lisa Su unveils the Ryzen 4000 APUs for laptops.

CES 2020 | Updated: AMD Ryzen Mobile 4000 U and H-series APUs bring 7nm 8C/16T goodness to laptops, first benchmarks show AMD clobbering Intel Core i7-1065G7 and Core i7-9750H for big gains

AMD has finally revealed the much anticipated Ryzen 4000 APUs for laptops. The 7nm Ryzen 4000 APUs come in both U (15-28W) and H (35-45W) series, and offer up to 8 cores 16 threads with boosts up to 4.2 GHz. Preliminary benchmarks show that AMD has managed to significantly close the performance gap with Intel's mobile offerings and is, in fact, leading by large margins. A bevy of new laptops designs are expected to launch this year featuring AMD Ryzen 4000 processors bringing a lot of choice to the consumer.
J. Simon Leitner and Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 06 Jan 2020 23:45
Lenovo Yoga Slim 7: New Ultrabooks offer many different configurations, including AMD Ryzen 4000

CES 2020 | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7: New Ultrabooks offer many different configurations, including AMD Ryzen 4000

Lenovo introduces three models of the new Yoga Slim 7 series at CES. The new Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 laptops are supposed to win over consumers with a range of configurations and design options.
Benjamin Herzig, 06 Jan 2020 20:30
AMD may be announcing new CPUs as soon as tomorrow. (Image Source: AMD)

Rumored Ryzen Mobile 4000 APUs could double your laptop’s battery life, performance

Numerous leaks and rumors about the fourth generation of Ryzen Mobile APUs are suggesting substantial performance improvements over the last generation. Both laptops and tablet PCs could benefit from these new chips. With rumors suggesting an announcement at CES, should you be excited about these rumored AMD APUs?
Loki Rautio, 06 Jan 2020 03:01
The Lenovo Y25-25 monitor. (Source: Lenovo)

CES 2020 | Lenovo's new gaming monitors have near-edgeless displays, high refresh rates and FreeSync support

Lenovo has brought 3 new gaming-focused monitors to CES this year. The Y25-25, G27c-10 and G32qc-10 are 24.5-, 27- and 31.5-inch devices respectively. The former stands out with its 240Hz spec, although the other 2 have relatively high refresh rates of their own.
Deirdre O Donnell, 05 Jan 2020 21:00
The leaked comparison indicates that Renoir will offer 65 percent faster GPU performance (Image source: AMD)

Renoir iGPU performance leaks on Userbenchmark: 65 percent faster than Picasso's Vega 10

Tipster @TUM_APISAK shared a leaked Userbenchmark GPU comparison between Renoir's iGPU and Vega 10. The benchmarks indicate that Renoir will feature substantially faster graphics performance than previous-gen APUs.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 03 Jan 2020 18:07
AMD will likely soon replace Apple as TSMC's biggest 7nm client (Image source: The Verge)

AMD set to become TSMC's largest 2020 client

Citing supply chain sources, Taiwanese outlet Apple Daily predicts that AMD is set to become TSMC's largest 7nm customer by the end of 2020, displacing Apple in the process. The spectacular success of Ryzen and Apple's move to 5nm are likely reasons.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 03 Jan 2020 14:03
The 5600M might seemingly offers RTX 2060 (laptop) levels of performance (Image source:Tinh tế)

RX 5600M benchmark leaks: nearly as fast as the notebook RTX 2060

Leaked 3DMark scores spotted by _Rogame show what appears to be the RX 5600M paired with the unannanounced Ryzen 7 4800H. The mobile Navi card seems to perform in the same ballpark as the laptop RTX 2060. Is the purported 5600M set to become 2020's bang-for-buck laptop GPU?
Arjun Krishna Lal, 02 Jan 2020 19:32
The leak indicates that the 4800H outpaces the i9-9880H

Ryzen 7 4800H leak: 4.3GHz boost clock, 8C/16T, and 19K 3DMark Physics score

Tipster @TUM_APISAK outs specs for the rumored Ryzen 7 4800H. The APU will supposedly feature eight cores, sixteen threads, and sport 2.9 GHz/4.3 GHz base/boost clocks. 3DMark Physics scores indicate that it's set to become one of the fastest laptop CPUs on the market.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 02 Jan 2020 13:40
More AMD Ryzen Threadripper processors - including the unconfirmed 3980X coming in early 2020 (Source: AMD)

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3980X is a 48-core, 96-thread beast — according to CPU-Z

The slightly more potent sibling of the record-breaking Threadripper 3970X has surfaced in the support list of CPU-Z. According to it, this unconfirmed processor sports 48 cores and 96 threads, as well as a TDP of 280 W. If the Threadripper 3990X arrives next month, it would not be surprising to see the 3980X arrive in a month or two.
Codrut Nistor, 31 Dec 2019 23:18
PS5 performance figures are even more interesting than this render

Remarkable, seemingly accurate PS5, Xbox Series X specs leak

A data leak from an independently verified source indicates that the PS5 and Xbox Series X may boast GPU performance at or beyond RX 5700 XT levels. If confirmed, the next-gen consoles may deliver a true generational leap.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 30 Dec 2019 19:46
The 5600 XT sports similar specs to the 5700

Asrock accidentally outs RX 5600 XT specs

In a website listing that's since been deleted, ASRock accidentally revealed specifications for the as-yet-unannounced RX 5600 XT. The GPU appears to be similar to the RX 5700, albeit with a cut-down memory configuration.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 30 Dec 2019 05:58
Apple could be developing a MacBook Pro for gaming. (Image via Apple)

Apple may be planning to launch a gaming computer in 2020

According to rumors out of Taiwan, Apple is eyeing the gaming PC market and plans to release a gaming-focused computer next year. The rumor claims the device will cost up to US $5000 but doesn't offer much information. The rumor doesn't even say whether the gaming computer will be a desktop or laptop.
Sam Medley, 30 Dec 2019 05:35
AMD Ryzen 5 1600 AF could be a Ryzen 5 2600 in disguise. (Source: /u/_vogonpoetry_ on Reddit)

The US$85 AMD Ryzen 5 1600 AF looks to be a new 12nm Zen+ part and even outperforms the Ryzen 5 2600

AMD looks to have secretly given some their first gen Zen CPUs a 12nm Zen+ upgrade as was noticed by the recent availability of the new Ryzen 5 1600 AF. Initial tests seem to indicate that the Ryzen 5 1600 AF could outperform a stock Ryzen 5 2600 in Cinebench R20 although overclocking results weren't as impressive. The new CPU can be had for just US$85, which represents very good value for budget-conscious builders.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 26 Dec 2019 13:01
Long-term performance: The Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API

Lenovo IdeaPad S540: AMD is now the obvious choice

With AMD's Ryzen 5 3550H, ultra-thin and mobile laptops can now maintain their performance level over a longer period of time. As our review of the Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API shows, users do not need to worry about any drawbacks caused by the CPU.
Mike Wobker, 26 Dec 2019 05:18
Image via PowerColor

Powercolor releases Radeon RX 5700 ITX compact GPU, but only in Japan

PowerColor has released a mini ITX version of the AMD Radeon RX 5700. While the card operates at the same clock speed as the reference RX 5700, the PowerColor RX 5700 ITX only requires a single PICe 8-pin power connector. The reference card requires an 8-pin connector as well as a 6-pin connection. Sadly, the PowerColor RX 5700 ITX is exclusive to Japan for now.
Sam Medley, 24 Dec 2019 06:39
The AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT may be a monster mid-ranger. (Image via VideoCardz)

Leaked benchmarks of AMD Radeon 5600 XT beat Nvidia GTX 1660 Ti

Supposed benchmarks of the upcoming AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT posted on Reddit paint an interesting picture. The alleged 5600 XT scores place the GPU well above Nvidia's GeForce GTX 1660 Ti in most tests and outpace AMD's own Vega 56 GPU.
Sam Medley, 23 Dec 2019 16:24
Could AMD be preparing Ryzen 7 and Ryzen 9 APUs? (Image via AMD)

AMD may soon release Ryzen 9 4900H and Ryzen 7 4800H APUs with 8 cores

Intel may find AMD's mobile offerings problematic in the coming year. Chinese forum users have stated that the Taiwanese chip manufacturer will soon debut the Ryzen 9 4900H and Ryzen 7 4800H, both of which are eight-core, 16-thread APUs. The rumors also claim the APUs will directly challenge the Intel Core i9-9880H.
Sam Medley, 23 Dec 2019 00:25
Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API

85% Lenovo IdeaPad S540-13API Laptop in Review: Slim Ryzen Companion with Long Battery Life

High TDP with Ryzen 5 3550H. While the Lenovo IdeaPad S540 does not take any new steps when it comes to the design, it is equipped with the AMD Ryzen 5 3550H, which is supposed to offer better long-term performance. Combined with a big battery, the 13.3-inch laptop looks like a promising companion for longer work days. In this review, we will determine what else the small bundle of energy is capable of.
AMD Ryzen 5 3550H, Vega 8, 13.3", 1.3 kg
Mike Wobker, 22 Dec 2019 02:25
AMD aims to promote the "proliferation of new blockchain-powered gaming platforms." (Image source: AMD)

AMD becomes Blockchain Gaming Alliance member

AMD recently joined the Blockchain Gaming Alliance, the first hardware manufacturer to do so. They aim to provide members with computing platforms to power new, blockchain-based gaming functionality. What are the implications for gamers?
Arjun Krishna Lal, 21 Dec 2019 17:32
The RX 5600 XT will apparently run on a 192-bit bus with GDDR6 VRAM. (Image source: Videocardz)

Gigabyte confirms that the RX 5600 XT is still on the cards

The Radeon RX 5500 XT may have just arrived, but do not forget that AMD is unleashing another mid-range in a few months. Expected to rear its head at CES next month, little is currently known about the RX 5600 XT, but Gigabyte has already confirmed its existence.
Alex Alderson, 19 Dec 2019 18:59
Renoir GPU configurations were outed in the leak (Image source: HotHardware)

Redditor finds GPU configuration for 28 Renoir SKUs in AMD's Bootcamp driver

Redditor _rogame spotted GPU configurations for the entire Renoir APU lineup in a data dump of AMD's Bootcamp driver. The leak indicates that Renoir will feature Vega graphics. CPU performance, however, will see a big boost thanks to Zen 2.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 19 Dec 2019 06:49
Check: Are AMD Ryzen laptops suitable for casual gamers?

Check: Are AMD Ryzen laptops suitable for casual gamers?

Low cost gaming with Ryzen APUs. AMD's Ryzen APUs set the bar high for the performance of integrated GPUs. Therefore, such Ryzen-based laptops can prove to be very interesting for users who not only use office and Internet applications but also occasionally want to play a game. We clarify the question of whether the integrated Vega GPUs offer enough performance for casual gamers.
Sascha Mölck, 18 Dec 2019 13:50
jordan.hyde99's winning setup. (Image via HWbot)

Ryzen 9 3900X claims wPrime world record from Core i9-7920X

The wPrime 1024M benchmark has a new world record holder. An AMD Ryzen 9 3900X owned by user jordan.hyde99 claimed the fastest time in the benchmark for a 12-core CPU this weekend, besting the Intel Core i9-7920X. Perhaps more impressive is the fact that the Ryzen 9 3900X was clocked 330 MHz lower than the 7920X.
Sam Medley, 17 Dec 2019 17:04
Godfall, the PS5's first officially announced title (Image source: Sony)

Godfall, first official PS5 title, announced at The Game Awards

Sony showcased Counterplay Games' Godfall, the first official PS5 title, at The Game Awards. The reveal was near-concurrent with Microsoft's Xbox Series X and Hellblade II reveals.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Dec 2019 14:21
Hellblade II features remarkable visuals (Image source: Microsoft)

First game announced for Xbox Series X: Senua's Saga: Hellblade II

Following the announcement of the Xbox Series X, Ninja Theory showcased Senua's Saga: Hellblade II, the first game officially announced for the platform. Photo-realistic trailer visuals have set expectations high for Microsoft's upcoming 9th-gen console.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Dec 2019 11:23
The RX 5500 XT delivers solid 1080p performance (Image Source: AMD)

AMD launches the RX 5500XT graphics card at US$169 for 4 GB variant and US$199 for 8 GB

AMD recently released a new graphics card based on the Navi 14 architecture, the RX 5500 XT. The 5500 XT comes in 4 GB and 8 GB flavors and takes the fight to Nvidia's GTX 1650 Super. But with the RX 580 still selling for as low as $159, is AMD's new Navi card worth it?
Arjun Krishna Lal, 13 Dec 2019 10:02
Welcome to the Xbox Series X, formerly known as Project Scarlett. (Source: Microsoft)

Say hello to the Xbox Series X, coming Holiday 2020

Microsoft just dropped a bomb on an unsuspecting global gaming community by unveiling the design of its next-generation console, previously known as Project Scarlett. The new console will comprise of more than one model and thus the design revealed today has been dubbed the Xbox Series X.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 13 Dec 2019 06:23
AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin 2020 driver offers a host of new features. (Source: AMD)

Experiencing performance loss after installing the Radeon Software Adrenalin 2020 driver? Here's a possible workaround

Several users have reported performance loss and/or loss of fan curve settings after installing the AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin 2020 drivers for AMD GPUs such as the Vega 64 and the RX 5700 XT. While the issue does not seem to be widespread at the moment, completely removing all traces of the previous driver using DDU and re-installing the new version looks to be a good workaround.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 12 Dec 2019 13:05
AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin 2020 Edition now available (Source: AMD)

AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin 2020 Edition now available with a 12 percent speed boost over its predecessor

In addition to the significant performance boost over its predecessor of up to 12 percent, the latest driver package for AMD Radeon video cards also comes with brand new features such as Radeon Boost, Integer Scaling, and a brand-new AMD Link app. AMD Radeon Software Adrenalin 2020 Edition also comes with a fully redesigned gaming application.
Codrut Nistor, 11 Dec 2019 10:46
Quantum Vector Strix: Liquid Cooling and ARGB lighting (Image source: EKWB)

Quantum Vector EK waterblocks introduced for Asus ROG Strix 5700 series cards

EKWB introduced the Quantum Vector, a new full-cover water block for the Asus ROG Strix 5700 series. With D-RGB lighting and enhanced thermal performance, the Quantum Vector is an excellent high-end cooling solution for Navi owners. But with a $154 sticker price, it may more sense to just buy a stock RTX 2070 Super.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 10 Dec 2019 07:16
There is unlikely to be a reference version of the RX 5500 XT. (Image source: Heise.de)

Existence of the AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT confirmed by GPU-Z days ahead of its release

This month's update to GPU-Z has an AMD flavour it. The popular GPU utility not only addresses some VRAM reporting and detection issues of AMD GPUs, but it also adds support for the Radeon Pro W5700. The Radeon RX 5500 XT has been added to the list of supported graphics cards too, days ahead of its official unveiling.
Alex Alderson, 09 Dec 2019 18:59
AMD Ryzen 4000 CPUs based on Zen 3 could launch in late 2020 along with the X670 chipset. (Source: Wccftech)

Rumor | Ryzen 4000 and X670 to launch in late 2020, Socket AM5 to debut with Ryzen 5000

AMD could be readying the Ryzen 4000 lineup and the X670 chipset for a late 2020 launch, according to a report from MyDrivers. Ryzen 4000 is expected to feature good IPC improvements and slightly higher clocks than the current Zen 2 lineup. Also being speculated is that Zen 3 will be the last of the Socket AM4 processors as Zen 4 will likely make the transition to Socket AM5 keeping in mind developments with respect to DDR5 and PCIe Gen5.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 08 Dec 2019 16:03
Intel claims that its midrange processors are faster than Ryzen (Image Source: Intel)

Intel claims that i3-9350K is faster than the entire Ryzen 5 lineup in fresh PR slipup

Intel's Asia Pacific marketing team claimed in China that the Intel Core i3-9350K is faster than the entire Ryzen 5 lineup. Is this a simple PR mixup or a sign of worse to come as Intel faces eroding market share, securities issues, and a supply shortage? (Edit: Addressed a typo in the title--Ryzen 5 and not Ryzen)
Arjun Krishna Lal, 08 Dec 2019 13:10
Xbox Scarlett might arrive as two SKUs (Image Source: Microsoft)

Developers aren't too enthused by supposed Xbox Lockhart variant with weaker GPU, less RAM

Kotaku's Jason Schreier, who spoke earlier about the Xbox Scarlett's alleged Lockhart variant, offers further details about the budget Scarlett SKU. If it's real, Lockhart may hit the market with less RAM and a weaker GPU. Will this fragment the Xbox ecosystem?
Arjun Krishna Lal, 08 Dec 2019 12:30
The new features of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 are great, but it is expensive.

The new features of the Apple MacBook Pro 16 are great, but it is expensive.

The new features of the MacBook Pro 16 were very convincing during our review, but negative aspects like the high prices and the poor maintenance are carried over from the previous model. The MBP 16 is not really innovative, either.
Andreas Osthoff, 07 Dec 2019 12:00
Intel Re-launches the ancient Pentium G3420 (Image Source: Newegg)

Intel revives Haswell-era Pentium G3420

Facing a severe supply shortage at 14nm, Intel recently revived the Haswell Pentium G3420. This part, discontinued in 2015, could prove popular with OEMs for budget builds. However, will it be enough to alleviate Intel’s supply crisis?
Arjun Krishna Lal, 07 Dec 2019 10:31
The ASRock Challenger RX 5500 XT takes up two slots. (Image source: VideoCardz)

Images of ASRock and Gigabyte RX 5500 XT cards leaked ahead of launch

Images of the ASRock Challenger RX 5500 XT card and the Gigabyte RX 5500 XT Gaming OC and OC cards have been leaked online. The two AIB partners are offering the AMD Navi 14-based graphics card in an overclocked state, with 4 GB and 8 GB model availability. The AMD RX 5500 XT is expected to be launched on December 12.
Daniel R Deakin, 07 Dec 2019 00:11
While this is a Radeon RX 5500, it may as well be an RX 5500 XT. (Image source: Heise.de)

AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT: Has AMD already borked its midrange Navi offerings?

The Radeon RX 5500 XT is nothing more than an RX 5500 with a wider release, according to multiple sources? The XT will share all its specifications with its non-XT sibling, although AIBs will offer it with up to 8 GB of GDDR6 VRAM, 4 GB more than the RX 5500 has. The RX 5500 XT is due to arrive on December 12 and is up for pre-order for 1,499 CNY (~US$213).
Alex Alderson, 06 Dec 2019 00:06
The Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER has a reference boost of 1770 MHz. (Image source: Nvidia)

Continued RTX and SUPER take-up helps Nvidia retain command of Steam's video card usage survey

Steam’s hardware and software survey has revealed an astonishing month for Nvidia in terms of video card usage (monthly change). No less than 16 out of the top 20 products come from Team Green, with three AMD GPUs and a single Intel solution filling in the gaps. Cards from the RTX series and the new SUPER lineup have helped Nvidia consolidate its strong position.
Daniel R Deakin, 05 Dec 2019 20:48
Phil Spencer is already enjoying his new XBox Scarlett "primary console." (Source: Dealer - Gaming on Youtube)

Microsoft's Xbox team leader Phil Spencer is already playing on the Xbox Scarlett next gen console

The latest tweet from Phil Spencer reveals that he is already enjoying a working Xbox Scarlett prototype, so it looks like the specs are almost finalized. Spencer also confirms that the upcoming console is backwards compatible with existing game titles and network infrastructure, plus it supports accessories like the Elite Series 2 controller.
Bogdan Solca, 05 Dec 2019 16:40
The Maxtang VHFP30 is considerably slimmer than the average mini PC, despite being powered by the laptop-grade Ryzen 5 2500U CPU. (Source: AliExpress)

Maxtang releases fanless mini PC powered by laptop-grade Ryzen 5 2500U CPU

AMD wants to build a mini PC ecosystem around its embedded R1000 and V1000 CPUs, but some OEMs like Maxtang want to offer more performance through laptop-grade CPU implementation. In spite of the more powerful Ryzen 5 2500U CPU, the Maxtang VHFP30 comes in a slim fanless case that can accommodate up to 8 GB of DDR4 RAM, up to a 512 GB SSD plus a 2.5-inch HDD.
Bogdan Solca, 05 Dec 2019 16:16
Dell already uses AMD chips such as the Ryzen 5 3500U APU in the Inspiron line. (Image source: Dell)

Double dose of fortune for AMD as Dell comes knocking and Steam's Hardware Survey delivers a new milestone

Dell has started evaluating the proposition of utilizing a wider selection of processors from AMD due to Intel’s ongoing situation with chip supply. The shortage affected Dell’s business, so now the tech giant is looking for a broader solution. Steam’s monthly hardware and software survey also delivered good news for AMD as the Ryzen manufacturer crossed the 20% processor usage mark.
Daniel R Deakin, 05 Dec 2019 01:13
The Radeon RX 5500 XT: A GeForce GTX 1660 challenger? (Image source: Tech Critter)

AMD Radeon RX 5500 XT: 8 GB GDDR6 Navi 14 GPU rumoured to launch next week

Have you got your eyes on a new midrange desktop GPU? Are you considering something by NVIDIA, perhaps? Well, AMD has other ideas, and it comes in the form of another Navi 14 GPU. That's right, the Radeon RX 5500 XT is on the horizon and may launch as soon as early next week.
Alex Alderson, 05 Dec 2019 01:12
ASRock's 4x4 BOX - V1000M is among the smallest Ryzen-powered mini PCs available on the market. (Source: AMD)

AMD announces mini PC solutions to compete with Intel's NUC models

The list of partners who are already offering Ryzen-powered mini PCs include ASRock, Simply NUC, EEPD, OnLogic and Tranquil PC, with more OEMs expected to join throughout 2020. For now, the mini PCs are powered by the R1000 and V1000 embedded CPUs based on the Zen+ microarchitecture, but AMD plans to release improved 7 nm CPUs with Navi iGPUs next year.
Bogdan Solca, 04 Dec 2019 17:04
AMD Ryzen 4200G is set to feature a must faster iGPU (Source: AMD)

Ryzen 3 4200G “Renoir” spotted on SiSoft Sandra

Industry insider TUM_APISAK recently spotted a SiSoft Sandra OpenCL listing for the supposed Ryzen 3 4200G. Higher clock speeds promise better GPU performance. But does it feature Vega or Navi?
Arjun Krishna Lal, 04 Dec 2019 14:47
The Radeon RX 5600 XT may arrive as soon as Q1 2020. (Image source: AMD)

AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT: 6 GB of GDDR6 VRAM and a Q1 2020 launch date?

AMD is not done with its Navi GPUs yet, with the company apparently prepping another desktop GPU to add to its portfolio. While its name and early specifications suggest that it will not be pushing NVIDIA's top-end GPUs, it could apply further pressure to the green team's mid-range offerings.
Alex Alderson, 04 Dec 2019 00:33
The AMD Radeon RX 5300M seems to be an excellent alternative to the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650.

Exclusive: First 5300M Benchmarks | AMD Radeon RX 5300M takes the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 to the cleaners despite clock and memory constraints

We were provided preliminary 3DMark benchmarks performed on a pre-production laptop powered by the new AMD Radeon RX 5300M mobile GPU, which give us first impressions of how AMD's new entry-level Navi 14 part stacks up against the competition. Although the RX 5300M does suffer a performance setback against the RX 5500M, it does a good job in beating the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 and its Max-Q variant quite convincingly.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 03 Dec 2019 08:57

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