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The Gladius III Wireless AimPoint. (Source: Asus)

Asus announces pricing and availability for its ROG Wireless AimPoint swappable-switch mice in the North American market

The ROG Keris and Gladius III are Wireless AimPoint mice designed by Asus with a Push-Fit Switch Socket II design that allows the user to replace their stock switches for others. The accessories support wired and wireless modes and have a build rated for "precise control" and a battery estimated to last for over 100 hours per charge.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Aug 2022 22:14

The ODROID-Go Ultra should be available in two finishes. (Image source: Hardkernel)

ODROID-Go Ultra: New gaming handheld previewed with a 5-inch display and Ubuntu support for US$111

Hardkernel has introduced the ODROID-Go Ultra, a 5-inch gaming handheld that should deliver twice the performance that the ODROID-Go Super achieves. Equipped with an Amlogic S922X chipset and 2 GB of LPDDR4 RAM, the ODROID-Go Ultra has a 5-inch display and a 4,000 mAh battery for up to 6 hours of gaming.

Alex Alderson, 25 Aug 2022 20:05

The ROG Rapture GT6. (Source: Asus)

ROG Rapture GT6 debuts as a new Asus mesh system at Gamescom 2022

Asus has already unleashed routers with heavy ROG branding and the gaming-friendly features one might expect as a result; now, the OEM has gone one further with a new mesh system. The GT6's modules packs a new antenna array, tri-band Wi-Fi 6 support and the potential for blazing-fast speeds into a distinctly Rapture-series design.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Aug 2022 18:20

The DualSense Edge Controller may only be available in one colour at launch. (Image source: Sony)

Sony DualSense Edge Controller for PlayStation 5 consoles detailed with various innovations

Sony has unveiled the DualSense Edge Controller, a new controller for the PlayStation 5. Featuring a more modular design than the regular DualSense, the DualSense Edge Controller appears to be Sony's answer to the Xbox Elite Series 2 Controller, which Microsoft already sells.

Alex Alderson, 25 Aug 2022 17:11

The PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition's prices have been hiked (image via Sony)

PS5 prices hiked in Europe, Australia, Canada and a few other regions

Sony has announced that the PS5 and PS5 Digital Edition will cost a smidgen more in many places, but not the United States. The price changes are effective immediately in all locations except for Japan.

Anil Ganti, 25 Aug 2022 11:20

Press renders of the GPD Win 4 console have emerged online (image via Cary Golomb on Twitter)

GPD Win 4 design, screen size and tentative processor options revealed by new leak

One of the first images of the GPD Win 4 handheld gaming console have emerged online. They showcase a largely identical design to the GPD Win 3. The console will reportedly feature a larger screen and run a current-generation processor from AMD.

Anil Ganti, 25 Aug 2022 09:46

Schenker XMG Fusion 15 (Mid 22) in review: Lightweight RTX 3070 laptop with good battery life

87% Schenker XMG Fusion 15 (Mid 22) in review: Lightweight RTX 3070 laptop with good battery life

Lightweight. The Core i7-11800H CPU and the GeForce RTX 3070 laptop GPU bring all the latest games smoothly onto the matte QHD screen (165 Hz). This is complemented by a mechanical keyboard, good battery life, and a Thunderbolt 4 port.

Intel Core i7-11800H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU, 15.6", 1.9 kg

Sascha Mölck, 24 Aug 2022 21:15

Some things just go well together, like indie games, live events, and Steam demos. (Image source: Various)

Gamescom 2022: 4 playable Steam demos of games that starred at the Indie Arena Booth

Live events are great—you get a chance to meet the developers and try out upcoming releases early—but often it's impractical to get to the event in person. Fortunately, many of the games on show at the 2022 Gamescom Indie Arena Booth have playable demos on Steam for those of us who can't attend.

Julian van der Merwe, 24 Aug 2022 20:01

The ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG42UQ will retail for US$1,399 with plenty of gaming features. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG42UQ: 42-inch OLED gaming monitor introduced with a 4K resolution and a 138 Hz refresh rate

ASUS has lifted the lid on the ROG Swift OLED PG42UQ, a 42-inch gaming monitor with a high resolution and high refresh rate OLED panel. Also equipped with numerous ports, the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG42UQ will be available later this quarter for US$1,399.

Alex Alderson, 24 Aug 2022 19:22

The ROG Swift OLED PG48UQ is ASUS' flagship OLED gaming monitor. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG48UQ: 48-inch OLED gaming monitor introduced for US$1,499

ASUS has announced the ROG Swift OLED PG48UQ, a 48-inch gaming monitor with an OLED panel. Running at 4K and 138 Hz, the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG48UQ should compete with the LG UltraGear 48GQ900, another gaming monitor with which it shares many specifications.

Alex Alderson, 24 Aug 2022 19:13

The ROG Swift PG27UQR and ROG Swift 360Hz PG27AQN will launch in Q4 2022. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS presents the ROG Swift PG27UQR and ROG Swift 360Hz PG27AQN with fast IPS panels

ASUS has unveiled the ASUS, ROG Swift PG27UQR and ROG Swift 360Hz PG27AQN, a pair of 27-inch gaming monitors with fast IPS panels. Arriving later this year, the ROG Swift PG27UQR and ROG Swift 360Hz PG27AQN are 4K/160 Hz and QHD/360 Hz gaming monitors, respectively.

Alex Alderson, 24 Aug 2022 19:07

The ASUS ROG Strix XG32UQ will launch later this quarter for US$539. (Image source: ASUS)

ASUS announces ROG Strix XG32AQ and ROG Strix XG32UQ gaming monitors

ASUS has announced the ROG Strix XG32AQ, as well as sharing more details about the ROG Strix XG32UQ. Both 32-inch gaming monitors, the ROG Strix XG32AQ and ROG Strix XG32UQ will appeal to different audiences on account of their panel resolutions and refresh rates. ASUS has finally announced pricing for the ROG Strix XG32UQ, too.

Alex Alderson, 24 Aug 2022 18:43

The Honor x Genshin Impact demo display. (Source: HoYoverse)

Honor Magic4 Pro is unveiled as Genshin Impact's official partner smartphone at Gamescom 2022

Honor and Genshin Impact have come to Gamescom 2022 to announce that the Magic4 Pro is the worldwide smash hit game's exclusive smartphone sponsor. The two brands assert that the flagship device's Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 power and GPU Turbo X technology is perfect to explore the game's latest region, as found in its freshly-unveiled Version 3.0 update.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Aug 2022 15:59

A Borderlands teaser is the least of your worries this year. (Image source: Various)

Gamescom 2022: 3 unmissable game showcases and presentations that promise to impress

The Gamescom 2022 event starts on August 23, 2022 in Cologne, Germany. While nobody knows exactly what's in store for us sweaty gamers this year—except for the developers and organisers, of course—the presentation schedule and list of partners sure is promising.

Julian van der Merwe, 23 Aug 2022 23:31

TCL did well on TVs in 2022 thus far. (Source: TCL)

TCL posts takings of nearly US$4.3 billion for the first half of 2022

TCL concedes that the economic climate was not kind to the global TV market, one of the areas in which the OEM is best known, throughout 2022 thus far. Nevertheless, the company has now reported very healthy revenues and profits for the first half of this year (1H2022). It attributes much of this success to its growing reputation for mid- to upper-tier smart screen sales, as well as improving supply-chain conditions

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Aug 2022 16:01

The AOC AGON Pro PD27S is available in multiple markets. (Image source: AOC)

Porsche Design and AOC present the AGON Pro PD27S gaming monitor with a sports car-inspired design

AOC and Porsche Design have jointly introduced a new gaming monitor with an eye-catching design. Built using sandblasted aluminium, the AGON Pro PD27S has plenty of RGB lighting, along with a high refresh rate and colour-accurate IPS panel that measures 27-inches across.

Alex Alderson, 22 Aug 2022 21:14

Asus ROG Phone 6 Pro (left) and ROG Phone 6 (right)

Asus ROG Phone 6: The best gaming smartphone has been improved again

With the ROG Phone 6 and ROG Phone 6 Pro, Asus updates its gaming smartphone to the newest technologies. While it brings a more comprehensive upgrade this year, there are also some reasons for complaint. We summarize the results of our tests for you.

Daniel Schmidt, 22 Aug 2022 21:13

The ROG Phone 6 series might get a new member. (Source: Asus)

Rumor | Asus ROG Phone 6D with the Dimensity 9000 Plus processor is on the way

Asus launched its 2022 Android gaming flagships with the latest top-end processor from Qualcomm. However, according to a famous leaker, the OEM will switch to the MediaTek equivalent in an upcoming ROG Phone 6 variant. This 'D' edition is tipped to have the same cutting-edge specs, a 165Hz display and 6,000mAh battery included.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Aug 2022 16:44

The SEGA Mega Drive Mini 2 will launch on October 27, as will the Genesis Mini 2. (Image source: SEGA)

SEGA Mega Drive Mini 2: European launch date and game collection revealed with Genesis Mini 2 release

SEGA has confirmed the release of the Mega Drive Mini 2 in Europe. The company has also outlined when the Genesis Mini 2 will be available in North America, as well as which games will be shipping with each model. For some reason, the Japanese version of the Mega Drive Mini 2 will receive different titles than its European sibling.

Alex Alderson, 22 Aug 2022 13:01

MSI Titan GT77 in review. (Image Source: MSI)

88% MSI Titan GT77 12UHS Laptop Review: Alder Lake-HX poster child with unhindered desktop-class performance

The Titans have arrived. After a two-year hiatus, the MSI Titan GT77 signifies the company resurrecting its iconic flagship laptop lineup. The Titan GT77 is powered by the Core i9-12900HX, a 175 W RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU, and other niceties including plenty of NVMe storage, DDR5-4800 RAM, and a highly tactile Cherry MX mechanical keyboard — almost everything that enthusiast gamers aspire for. The Titan GT77 is a covetable desktop replacement indeed, but it is not without certain shortcomings.

Intel Core i9-12900HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU, 17.3", 3.3 kg

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 21 Aug 2022 12:11

Asus ROG Phone 6 and 6 Pro review - Probably the best gaming smartphone

90% Asus ROG Phone 6 and 6 Pro review - Probably the best gaming smartphone

Pure performance. The ROG phone takes up the design of the similarly named laptop series, standing for gaming performance without compromises in pocket format. Asus again uses the most powerful Qualcomm SoC and offers optional active cooling for the first time. In addition, the camera finally also received an upgrade.

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, Adreno 730, 6.78", 239 g

Daniel Schmidt, 20 Aug 2022 20:40

Loot, shoot, and laugh your way through these delightful discounts this August. (Image source: Valve)

Mid-August Steam steals: 4 outstanding gaming bargains that shouldn't be missed

Is the Steam Summer Sale overrated? Maybe not, but some of the smaller sales that Steam runs throughout the year certainly can make it seem that way. Here are some of the best Steam Sale bargains to be had this August, from Midweek Madness, to Weekend Deals, and everything in-between.

Julian van der Merwe, 20 Aug 2022 20:17

Sunsoft is making a triumphant return to the gaming market by releasing updated version of three of its classic titles. (Image via Sunsoft w/ edits)

One of the best developers for the NES plans to release new versions of its classic games

Sunsoft, which is widely regarded as one of the best developers for the original Nintendo Entertainment System, plans to release updated versions of three classic games later this year.

Sam Medley, 19 Aug 2022 22:53

A powerful CPU and convincing gaming equipment: the Aorus 17X XES.

Too powerful i9-12900HX consumes resources: Aorus 17X XES gaming laptop

An extremely fast processor, a lot of RAM, a 360-Hertz panel, and the RTX 3070 Ti create high expectations. In addition to gaming, the laptop is also supposed to be able to handle some work, leading to some mixed results in our tests.

Mario Petzold, 19 Aug 2022 21:16

The PC port of DOOM 64 is free on Epic Games for a limited time. (Image via Epic Games and DOOM 64 w/ edits)

Deal | DOOM 64 is free at Epic Games Store

DOOM 64, originally released as a variant of the popular shooter for the Nintendo 64, is now free over at the Epic Games Store. The PC release has updated visuals, support for mouse and keyboard input, and more.

Sam Medley, 19 Aug 2022 18:51

The ASRock RX 6700 XT Challenger D Gaming is currently selling at US$395 on Newegg (Image source: ASRock)

Further GPU pricing dips see the RX 6700 XT retailing at US$85 below MSRP

A MyDrivers report indicates that some AIBs are having a tough time selling AMD RX 6000 series, between the mining crash and the impending arrival of next-gen parts. The RX 6700 XT is now selling for US$395 on Newegg, US$85 below its MSRP. This comes after price cuts saw RX 6900 XT pricing dip 30 percent below MSRP.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 19 Aug 2022 18:06

The Legion VR700. (Source: Lenovo via Weibo)

Update | Legion VR700 headset launches with the latest Qualcomm virtual reality platform and 4K display tech

Lenovo's major Legion mobile tech product launch's reality has also just gone virtual with the announcement of the new VR700. The new headset is powered by the up-to-date Snapdragon XR2 chipset to power immersive gameplay or simulate a home theater-like streamed content experience. It will debut alongside its brand's new flagship smartphone later in August 2022.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Aug 2022 17:09

The Legion Y70 is a gaming smartphone with a 50 MP triple camera setup. (Image source: Lenovo)

Lenovo Legion Y70 launches as another 'flagship killer' with Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1 and a 144 Hz OLED display

Lenovo has introduced the Legion Y70, a gaming smartphone based on the Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1. The Lenovo Legion Y70 also has a 144 Hz OLED display, a 50 MP triple rear-facing camera setup and a 5,100 mAh battery that supports 68 W fast charging.

Alex Alderson, 19 Aug 2022 13:10

MSI's Raider GE67 HX is the first laptop to offer a 240 Hz OLED display. (Image Source: MSI)

The world's first 240 Hz OLED screen on the MSI Raider GE67 HX gaming laptop revealed to have the clearest and cleanest motion ever seen from a modern display, according to professional calibrator

Vincent Teoh from HDTVTest claims that the 240 Hz OLED display on the MSI Raider GE67 HX gaming laptop surpasses even the best plasma displays of yesteryear. Even though it is supplied by Samsung Displays, the 240 Hz panel doesn't use QD-OLED technology and has a few downsides.

Bogdan Solca, 18 Aug 2022 17:25

The Pentonic 700 goes live. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek Pentonic 700 is a new watch-party-friendly chipset for up-to-4K 120Hz, gaming-ready smart TVs

MediaTek's latest Pentonic chipset has debuted with an emphasis on remote group-watching and group-calling use-cases. It also features the up-to-date specs and features required to enjoy 4K gaming and content in general. The 700 is also touted as being Wi-Fi 7-ready and supporting "powerful AI enhancements".

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Aug 2022 14:00

Sapphire Nitro+ Radeon RX 6950 XT Pure (source: Sapphire)

AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT desktop GPU in review: AMD's top model challenges the GeForce RTX 3090 Ti

4K? - No problem! The Radeon RX 6950 XT is currently the flagship model when it comes to the red team's performance crown. With higher clock speeds and power consumption than the predecessor, AMD aims to challenge Nvidia's fastest graphics card. This review of the AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT will reveal if it succeeds.

AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, Radeon RX 6950 XT, 32"

Sebastian Bade, 18 Aug 2022 05:38

The Samsung Odyssey Ark can be pivoted to create a vertical viewing experience. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Odyssey Ark: Gigantic gaming monitor launches packed full of features at an enormous price

Samsung has introduced what could be its most impressive monitor to date. Launched as the Odyssey Ark, the gaming monitor has a 1000R curvature, a 55-inch panel, a 165 Hz refresh rate and support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 18 Aug 2022 00:15

The Creoqode Lyra+ would have featured a 7-inch display. (Image source: Creoqode)

Creoqode Lyra+ project ends abruptly with crowdfunding campaign cancellation

Creoqode has confirmed that the Lyra+ will not be shipping, owing to increased production costs. Worse still, the company has cancelled the entire project, dashing hopes of a gaming handled based on the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4) ever materialising.

Alex Alderson, 17 Aug 2022 23:59

Aorus 17X XES review: Gaming laptop with an i9-12900HX offers top performance

84% Aorus 17X XES review: Gaming laptop with an i9-12900HX offers top performance

Not only for gaming. With its 360-Hertz panel, RGB keyboard, and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti, the Gigabyte laptop is fully designed for gaming. At the same time, the Intel processor used and the amount of RAM also offer abundant power. How exactly this turns out will be shown by our benchmarks and gaming tests.

Intel Core i9-12900HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU, 17.3", 2.7 kg

Mario Petzold, 17 Aug 2022 20:51

AYA Neo's Air consoles will start shipping in late August 2022. (Image Source: AYA Neo)

AYA Neo adds minor upgrades to the Air Lite handheld console spec list without modifying the price

Shortly before shipping the Air Lite consoles by late August, AYA Neo decided to upgrade the specs with a fingerprint sensor, improved cooling solution and configurable APU TDP that can save some battery time. Initial pricing is not changing, regardless.

Bogdan Solca, 17 Aug 2022 12:33

GaN Systems claims to have created the smallest 280 W power brick for gaming laptops (Source: GaN Systems)

GaN Systems claims to have created the smallest 280 W power brick for gaming laptops

AC adapters for gaming laptops can be ridiculously big sometimes. Makers like GaN Systems and Razer are ahead of the curve in this respect with their smaller adapter designs relative to most other manufacturers.

Allen Ngo, 17 Aug 2022 09:19

Don't let your mom watch you play these. (Image source: Ubisoft, Valve)

Smashing swordplay: 4 free Steam games with superb melee combat

Melee is an oft-overlooked video game mechanic. Even some of the best games and developers miss the mark on melee, which is okay—every game can't be perfect. If you do want to scratch that sword-swinging itch though, fortunately there is a wealth of games that do it justice. Some of them are even free.

Julian van der Merwe, 16 Aug 2022 20:14

Sharkoon SKILLER SGD20 gaming desk (Source:Sharkoon)

Sharkoon launches the SKILLER SGD10 and SGD20 gaming desks with extensive cable management

With a robust steel frame construction and a generous surface that can easily accommodate a multi-monitor setup and the needed peripherals, the Sharkoon SKILLER SGD10 and SGD20 gaming desks have a load capacity of up to 100 kilograms (220 pounds). Their height is adjustable in three stages. The prices start at 279 Euros (about US$284).

Codrut Nistor, 16 Aug 2022 16:24

Graphics cards from Nvidia and AMD could get a lot cheaper soon (image via AMD)

New report says that AMD and Nvidia graphics cards could get hefty price cuts by the end of August

Sources inside the graphics card supply chain have suggested that AMD and Nvidia plan to further cut the price of their current-generation offerings. Both companies want to get rid of excess inventory before their next-generation offerings launch later this year.

Anil Ganti, 16 Aug 2022 15:29

Intel's more powerful ARC desktop GPUs are still facing availability issues. (Image Source: Intel)

Intel reveals that the ARC GPUs do not have native DirectX 9 support, but use DX9 to DX12 emulation

In theory, the DX9 emulation should allow Intel to focus on further improving the DX11 stability. However, it looks like the emulation is not exactly offering performance on par with a DX9 native GPU and there are rumors that DX11 could also be emulated on DX12 on the ARC GPUs.

Bogdan Solca, 16 Aug 2022 12:55

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB will soon be available for purchase again (image via Nvidia)

Nvidia restarts GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB production to get rid of excess Ampere stock

Nvidia has reportedly restarted manufacturing the GeForce RTX 3080 12 GB variant two months after it was discontinued. It seems that the company has excess stock of GA102 GPUs and wants to use them before the RTX 4000 series launch.

Anil Ganti, 15 Aug 2022 20:04

One of the best Asus TUF Gaming F15 configurations with the 1440p 165 Hz display is too hard to find

One of the best Asus TUF Gaming F15 configurations with the 1440p 165 Hz display is too hard to find

Don't fall for Asus' tricks. While the TUF Gaming F15 is one of the better budget gaming laptops you can buy, nearly all of the configurations online come with the abysmal 1080p panel with very poor colors.

Allen Ngo, 15 Aug 2022 06:32

Is that a fridge?...No, it's a Legion Y70. (Source: Lenovo)

Legion Y70: Lenovo promises 'refrigerator-like' cooling in its upcoming flagship gaming smartphone

Lenovo has already revealed that the Legion Y70 will launch with a display worthy of its performance-focused series of Android smartphones. Now, the OEM has outlined how the device will manage its heat ahead of its August 2022 launch event. This system involves a large amount of vapor chamber, stretched particularly thin throughout the flagship's redesigned chassis.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 14 Aug 2022 16:08

Black Shark 5

85% Xiaomi Black Shark 5 smartphone review - Gaming joy at an affordable price

This is how it gambles without a top-of-the-line SoC. As a cheaper gaming model, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 comes with a fast but not a top processor. However, the 144 Hz screen of the Pro model remains. Is the Black Shark 5 too slow, or still a bargain for gamers?

Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G, Adreno 650, 6.67", 220 g

Florian Schmitt, 11 Aug 2022 17:59

Intel might sell off the GPU business to one of its partners. (Image Source: Intel)

Market researcher reveals US$3.5 billion losses for Intel's GPU group, selling it off might not be a bad idea

Despite bringing former AMD GPU expert Raja Koduri to oversee the GPU business, the situation is not looking good at AGX. Right now Intel's GPU business is estimated to have brought losses of US$3.5 billion as it keeps postponing the launch of the Ponte Vecchio HPC GPUs and the ARC Alchemist desktop GPUs. Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger is rumored to be pondering on selling off the GPU business.

Bogdan Solca, 11 Aug 2022 14:39

Arc A750 Limited Edition is Intel's answer to RTX 3060. (Source: Intel)

Intel Arc A750 beats Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 by up to 5% on average in first-party gaming benchmarks

Intel Arc A750 has once again starred in a bunch of first-party benchmarks. This time the company has tested the card against the RTX 3060 on 1080p Ultra and 1440p High in DirectX12 and Vulkan titles. Per Intel’s findings, the Arc A750 managed to beat the RTX 3060 by 3 to 5% on average.

Fawad Murtaza, 11 Aug 2022 12:08

MSI True Color software update adds AdobeRGB and Display P3 color options (Image source: MSI)

MSI True Color software update adds AdobeRGB and Display P3 color options

If you own an MSI gaming laptop with an OLED display, then this latest update will make switching between different color profiles a lot easier. Previous versions had no option to set AdobeRGB or P3 color spaces even if the panel could support them.

Allen Ngo, 11 Aug 2022 04:28

New information about the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 and GeForce RTX 4080 has emerged online (image via Nvidia)

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 and GeForce RTX 4070 could consume lesser power than initially anticipated

A new leak suggests that the GeForce RTX 4080 will consume around 320 Watts of power and the GeForce RTX 4070 285 Watts. The latter is said to have a base clock of 2,310 MHz and a boost clock of 2,610 MHz.

Anil Ganti, 10 Aug 2022 10:00

Acer Nitro 5 AN715 in review: Good performance, but too loud!

Acer Nitro 5 AN715 in review: Good performance, but too loud!

We put the Acer Nitro 5 AN715 with its Intel Alder Lake CPU and a dedicated GeForce RTX graphics card to the test. The performance is good, but the manufacturer needs to do something about the noise levels!

Sebastian Bade, 10 Aug 2022 08:45

Acer Nitro 5 AN517-55-738R (Source: Acer)

84% Acer Nitro 5 with RTX 3060 in review: Fast gaming laptop with the latest Intel Alder Lake CPU

Fast, but loud! Acer's Nitro 5 series is known for its affordable gaming machines. The latest Alder Lake CPU and a fast GeForce RTX 3060 aim to put this particular model on solid footing. However, there is a lot of criticism in terms of noise. More details can be found in the following review.

Intel Core i7-12700H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU, 17.3", 3.1 kg

Sebastian Bade, 09 Aug 2022 16:34

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