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Fan-made PlayStation 6 concept designs have already sprung up years ahead of any likely launch. (Image source: Sony PlayStations)

PlayStation 6 with custom AMD SoC by 2027: Separate job listings offer clues about the next-gen PlayStation console

Details arguably concerning a next-gen PlayStation console have been offered up in two separate job listings unearthed by a tech enthusiast. The potential PlayStation 6 is likely to sport a custom AMD processor chockful of RDNA goodness. In addition to possible SoC information, the listings may also hint at a PS6 release schedule.
Daniel R Deakin, 10 May 2022 10:03
Summer Games Done Quick 2022 (SGDQ 2022) has finalized its schedule, and there's a lot to look forward to. (Image via Games Done Quick)

Summer Games Done Quick 2022 games list and schedule now live

Summer Game Done Quick 2022 will be the first time in two years that the event will be held in person in addition to an online streaming option. The popular speedrunning event has released the finalized list of games for its summer event.
Sam Medley, 10 May 2022 05:19
Medion Erazer Beast X30 review: Slim, powerful QHD gaming notebook

87% Medion Erazer Beast X30 review: Slim, powerful QHD gaming notebook

Maxed out. Both the Core-i9-12900HK CPU and the GeForce RTX-3080 Ti laptop GPU run all the latest computer games smoothly on a responsive 17.3-inch screen (QHD). The notebook also offers a Thunderbolt 4 slot as well as space for two PCIe-4 SSDs.
Intel Core i9-12900HK, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU, 17.3", 2.2 kg
Sascha Mölck, 09 May 2022 14:56
The remake features revamped visuals and gameplay (Image source: 2Unreal4Underground)

Racing classic Need For Speed: Underground 2 gets an Unreal Engine 4-powered fan remake

Youtuber Ivan Novozhilov recently shared WIP footage of 2Unreal4Underground, a complete fan remake of Need For Speed Underground 2. The Unreal 4-powered remake is a massive step up in visual quality from the sixth-gen classic. Beyond visuals, Novozhilov's remake will also attempt to tweak and enhance gameplay elements.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 09 May 2022 14:07
Nvidia is improving GeForce Now for PCs and Macs with support for 4K/60 fps streams. (Source: Nvidia)

4K/60 fps gaming at $20 per month: Nvidia GeForce Now apps on Windows and macOS can now stream games at 4K resolution at a silky 60 fps

Nvidia has published a blog post detailing changes and new games coming to the GeForce Now game streaming service. GeForce Now native apps on Windows and macOS are now able to stream games at 4K resolution, at up to 60 fps. The high-resolution game streaming option will only be available to users of RTX 3080 subscription tier.
Fawad Murtaza, 07 May 2022 21:43
Just 1 title that might see a new owner soon. (Source: Sqaure Enix)

Square Enix puts Tomb Raider, its studio and much more up for sale in favor of new blockchain projects

Embracer Group has confirmed that it plans to acquire the IP of a plethora of games, Tomb Raider and Deus Ex included, not to mention the relevant studios, in a deal worth US$300 million to Square Enix. These proceeds are slated to become sunk into the latter's new-found enthusiasm for areas such as "blockchain, AI, and the cloud".
Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 May 2022 16:50
AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX debut: Razer Blade 14 laptop review

89% AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX debut: Razer Blade 14 laptop review

Zen 3+ Nano Boost administered. The Blade 14 is redefining our expectations of what an ultrathin 14-inch laptop is capable of. As if the 2021 model wasn't already fast enough for its size, this latest 2022 revision raises the bar even higher particularly in processor performance.
AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU, 14", 1.8 kg
Allen Ngo, 07 May 2022 03:40
Dell G15 5510 laptop review: Budget 120 Hz gaming laptop faces its AMD counterpart

79% Dell G15 5510 laptop review: Budget 120 Hz gaming laptop faces its AMD counterpart

The Intel contender. With the G15 5510-43NHT, Dell offers an affordable gaming laptop for around 1,000 Euros (~$1,061) with a dedicated Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti GPU and an Intel Core i5-10200H. Our review reveals what the Dell G15 5510 laptop is capable of when it comes to gaming and office use, and how it compares to the AMD version.
Intel Core i5-10200H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU, 15.6", 2.5 kg
Marcus Schwarten, 06 May 2022 19:48
AltStore now includes three new repos, or sources. (Image via AltStore on Twitter)

AltStore update brings new sources, new emulators, and virtual machines to iOS with no jailbreak required

The latest update to AltStore, the alternative app store for iOS, brings a bevy of new changes, including new trusted sources, just-in-time compilation, and bug fixes. The update is a boon for retro gamers who want an easy way to install emulators on their iDevice.
Sam Medley, 06 May 2022 19:39
The AYA NEO AIR on top of a MacBook Pro. (Image source: AYA NEO Discord server)

AYA NEO AIR: Gaming benchmarks, specifications and hands-on images detailed for world's first OLED Windows handheld

AYA NEO continues to tease the AYA NEO AIR, its lightweight and OLED-powered gaming handheld. Not only has the company provided specifications for its upcoming device, it has also shared hands-on photos and gaming benchmarks.
Alex Alderson, 06 May 2022 15:34
The new controller bar is a simplified form of the Xbox Game Bar. (Image source: Microsoft)

Windows 11: Microsoft introduces gaming-focused controller bar for Windows Insiders

Microsoft has announced a new feature for Windows 11 called controller bar. Dubbed a preview of an upcoming revised Xbox Game Bar, the new controller bar does not appear to be exclusive to Xbox Controllers. Currently, the new controller bar is exclusive to recent Windows Insider Preview Builds from the Dev and Beta Channels.
Alex Alderson, 06 May 2022 15:26
The Radeon RX 7900XT card is rumored to be 4 times faster than the fastest Navi 21 models. (Image Source: Gadget Tendency)

AMD's upcoming Navi 31 high-end GPUs could be the first gaming models to feature PCIe 5.0 support

Twitter user Kepler_L2 reports that AMD's upcoming RDNA3-based Navi 31 high-end GPUs appear to offer PCIe 5.0 X16 support according to the latest AMD’s GFX11 architecture patches for Linux. Nvidia's Ada Lovelace next gen GPUs could get the same treatment, but rumor has it that these might launch at a later date.
Bogdan Solca, 05 May 2022 20:47
An Atom 50 SSD. (Source: XPG)

XPG launches new ATOM 50-series PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSDs via Amazon in the EU

XPG pitches its latest Atom 50 M.2 2280 SSDs at those planning PC builds for their creative or professional output; then again, the ADATA brand also hints one might be ideal as new backups for their PlayStation 5 (PS5) storage. The drives are rated for NVMe 1.4 and PCIe Gen4 x4 for potentially blazing maximum read and write speeds, and come with a 5-year warranty in their new markets.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 May 2022 17:44
A leaked promo video for the Cambria headset offers an animated representation of what the device could look like. (Image source: RealiteVirtuelle - YouTube)

Project Cambria: 5 bold features to expect from Meta's next headset

With Meta allegedly slated to reveal four new headsets over the next two years, perhaps the most anticipated addition to the lineup is Project Cambria. The next-gen headset is expected to feature breakthrough mixed reality technology for productivity-oriented workflows. Take a look at what to expect from Meta’s premium mixed reality device.
Brahm Shank, 05 May 2022 02:43
Razer Blade 15 Advanced Model Early 2022 review - Compact gaming laptop with fast display

88% Razer Blade 15 Advanced Model Early 2022 review - Compact gaming laptop with fast display

An even sharper razor. The new Razer Blade 15 comes with brand new 12th generation Intel processors and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/3080 Ti. Together with a lightning-fast 360 Hz panel, this promises an incredibly smooth display. Find out how the small chassis copes with powerful hardware in the following review.
Intel Core i7-12800H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU, 15.6", 2.1 kg
Marius Schell, 04 May 2022 17:26
HP Omen 16 (2022) review: Slick gaming laptop with high-resolution 165 Hz display

86% HP Omen 16 (2022) review: Slick gaming laptop with high-resolution 165 Hz display

Enough power for 2560x1440. After years of 15- and 17-inch displays dominating the gaming scene, more and more 16-inch devices are entering the market. One of the best examples of this is the new version of the HP Omen 16 with an Alder Lake CPU and an Ampere GPU.
Intel Core i7-12700H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU, 16.1", 2.3 kg
Florian Glaser, 04 May 2022 11:20
Players of Nintendo Switch Sports are recommended to actually use the included wrist straps for the console's Joy-Cons (Image: Nintendo)

Hazardous motion controller: Nintendo Switch Sports player inadvertently bricks his display

The preventable accident that is associated with the new Nintendo Switch Sports game is reminiscent of similar incidents which happened in the early days of the iconic Nintendo Wii, during which gamers had to get used to the dangers of wireless motion controllers.
Enrico Frahn, 04 May 2022 00:41
The Blade 15 with a 240 Hz OLED display will not be available until Q4 2022. (Image source: Razer)

Razer Blade 15: Refresh brings 240 Hz OLED display option to Intel Core i9-12900H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti combination for $3,499.99

Razer has revealed a new version of the Blade 15, which retains a powerful Alder Lake processor and an RTX 30 series GPU. However, the Blade 15 will also be available with a 240 Hz OLED display, which also operates at a UHD resolution.
Alex Alderson, 03 May 2022 17:00
The upcoming Nvidia AD102 RTX 4090 GPU may hit 100 TFLOPs FP32 performance. (Image Source: Captain's Workspace on YouTube)

Nvidia and AMD TFLOPs war to see Lovelace AD102 RTX 4090 hitting 100 TLOPS: 2.5x more compute than RTX 3090 Ti and 10x more than PlayStation 5

Nvidia and AMD may turn to TFLOPs wars with their upcoming AD102 and Navi 31 GPUs later this year. New leaks suggest that the Nvidia Lovelace AD102 RTX 4090 (?) GPU could very well hit the 100 FLOPs FP32 performance mark with a 2.7 GHz or higher boost clock. AMD is not expected to be far behind with leaks suggesting a 90 TFLOPs number for the Navi 31 RX 7900 XT.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 03 May 2022 16:33
Lenovo Legion 5 15 - Compact gaming notebook relies entirely on AMD power

Lenovo Legion 5 15 - Compact gaming notebook relies entirely on AMD power

With the Lenovo Legion 5 15, we took a look at the latest gaming notebook from Lenovo. Both the CPU and the GPU come from AMD. In the review, the performance was convincing and the attractive price may play into the Lenovo Legion 5 15's favour.
Sebastian Bade, 01 May 2022 17:47
Ocarina of Time is now playable at 60 FPS on PC (Image source: Screenrant)

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time gets a full-fledged PC port, hitting 60 FPS for the first time

The unofficial Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time PC port recently received support for a 60 FPS framerate update, significantly improving the gameplay experience from the N64 original. The port doesn't use reverse-engineered source code, unlike Super Mario 64, making it less likely to run afoul of legal challenges.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 01 May 2022 16:12
Lenovo Legion 5 15ACH6A

83% Lenovo Legion 5 15 review: AMD's new Radeon RX 6600M meets Ryzen 5 5600H

A solid gaming laptop! Lenovo takes advantage of raw AMD power for its current Legion 5 15. We took a closer look at how well the Ryzen 5 5600H and the new Radeon RX 6600M work together. In this detailed review, you can find out what kind of performance can be expected and whether it can stand up to Nvidia.
AMD Ryzen 5 5600H, Radeon RX 6600M, 15.6", 2.5 kg
Sebastian Bade, 01 May 2022 13:08
Tiny Tina's Wonderlands in test: Notebook and desktop benchmarks

Tiny Tina's Wonderlands in test: Notebook and desktop benchmarks

A successful Borderlands spin-off. You can tell that Tiny Tina's Wonderlands doesn't take itself seriously after the first few seconds. Read on to know more about the technology and graphics requirements in our benchmark tests.
Florian Glaser, 30 Apr 2022 17:21
The PiBoy XRS requires minimal assembly, but you need to bring your own Raspberry Pi 4 Model B. (Image source: Experimental Pi)

PiBoy XRS: Retro handheld based on the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B arrives for US$149.95

The PiBoy XRS is a gaming handheld that resembles a Game Boy crossed with the colour scheme of a Super NES. Built around the Raspberry Pi 4B, the PiBoy XRS has a 3.5-inch IPS display, USB Type-C charging and a 4,500 mAh battery. The 162 x 93 mm device contains numerous controller buttons too, including two joysticks.
Alex Alderson, 29 Apr 2022 21:44
2022 Razer Blade 14 refresh for $2000 USD now shipping with AMD Zen 3+ Ryzen 9 6900HX CPU (Source: Razer)

2022 Razer Blade 14 refresh for $2000 USD now shipping with AMD Zen 3+ Ryzen 9 6900HX CPU

The Razer Store exclusive configuration will net you one of the most powerful 14-inch clamshell laptops currently available. Alternatively, users can also pay just $200 more last year's model with the older Ryzen 9 5900HX but faster GeForce RTX 3070.
Allen Ngo, 29 Apr 2022 01:44
Sapphire Pulse Radeon RX 6500 XT

AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT in review: AMD's new Navi-based entry-level graphics card

Budget Navi graphics card! AMD has been gradually expanding its Navi lineup while also catering to customers with tighter budgets when it comes to the latest RDNA2 graphics cards. The AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT is an affordable 1080p gaming graphics card. However, AMD has cut back significantly in terms of technical specifications. We'll take a closer look at what can nonetheless be expected when it comes to performance.
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X, Radeon RX 6500 XT, 32"
Sebastian Bade, 28 Apr 2022 20:18
The Anbernic RG503 has a 4.95-inch AMOLED display and an RK3566 SoC. (Image source: Anbernic)

Anbernic RG503: Compact gaming handheld with an OLED display, Rockchip RK3566 SoC and HDMI output launches for US$150

Anbernic has started selling the RG503, a small handheld games console with a 4.95-inch OLED display. The Anbernic RG503 is available in three colours but only 16 GB of storage and 1 GB of RAM. Supposedly, the US$150 handheld is powerful enough to emulate games from many popular consoles, including the Nintendo 64 and PSP.
Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2022 17:12
New information about Nvidia's upcoming RTX 4000 series of graphics cards has emerged online (image via Nvidia)

New leak sheds light on a 900W AD102 based graphics card from Nvidia; GeForce RTX 4080 and RTX 4070 VRAM and TGP also revealed

Renowned leaker Kopite7kimi has revealed that Nvidia is working on 900W TGP graphics card that has 48 GB of 24 Gbps VRAM and uses a AD102 GPU. Alternatively, the GeForce RTX 4080 and RTX 4070 will feature 16 GB/12 GB of VRAM and draw 450W/300W of power, respectively.
Anil Ganti, 27 Apr 2022 16:01
The 8.4-inch ONEXPLAYER is finally available with a Ryzen 7 5800U. (Image source: One-netbook)

One-netbook releases another version of the ONEXPLAYER with a powerful AMD Ryzen APU

One-netbook has begun selling a Ryzen 7 5800U version of the ONEXPLAYER, its 8.4-inch gaming handheld. The Ryzen 7 5800U edition comes with 16 GB of RAM and up to 2 TB of storage, plus the same 1600p display as other full-sized ONEXPLAYERs.
Alex Alderson, 27 Apr 2022 15:08
Another leak on a French website has revealed FIFA 22 and two more free PS Plus games for May 2022 ahead of the official announcement (Image: EA)

Sony's free PlayStation Plus games for May 2022 have been leaked

With FIFA 22 and two additional action-packed games, owners of a PlayStation 4 or PS5 with an active PS Plus subscription will get to enjoy three decent titles for free if a very reliable French leaker can keep his streak of correctly predicted PlayStation Plus lineups alive.
Enrico Frahn, 26 Apr 2022 23:25
The Xbox Series X Developer Kit has a display on its front and several buttons. (Image source: Gamers Nexus)

The Xbox Series X developer kit shows up in teardown with a display and 40 GB of GDDR6 VRAM

Gamers Nexus has torn down the Xbox Series X Developer Kit, known as XDK. Sporting a more traditional design, the XDK also has a built-in display and 40 GB GDDR6 of GDDR6 VRAM, among other features.
Alex Alderson, 26 Apr 2022 17:09
The GamePad Elite Edition. (Source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi teases the Gamepad Elite Edition, a cross-platform controller rated for "somatosensory" control and a linear motor

Xiaomi has announced that the latest addition to its GamePad controller line will launch via its crowdfunding platform. This upcoming Elite Edition is currently hyped as a "somatosensory" accessory, thanks to its new 6-axis gyroscope. It is to be compatible with multiple devices, PCs, TVs and smartphones included.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Apr 2022 14:55
A highly-anticipated feature is finally making its way to PS5 consoles (image via Sony)

Variable refresh rate functionality now rolling out to PS5 consoles worldwide

Sony has confirmed that the highly-anticipated VRR (variable refresh rate) functionality will arrive on PS5 consoles via a software update soon. Only a handful of titles will be supported initially, but more are likely to follow suit in the coming months.
Anil Ganti, 26 Apr 2022 01:01
The next AYA NEO will not outperform the company's existing devices. (Image source: AYA NEO - Discord)

The AYA NEO OLED will not launch with AMD RDNA 2 iGPUs

AYA NEO has confirmed that its next gaming handheld will be smaller than a Nintendo Switch OLED. The AYA NEO OLED will be a touch heavier than Nintendo's most recent device, but it will still weigh less than 500 g. Unfortunately, the weight and space-saving will come at a significant performance cost, even compared to current AYA NEO devices.
Alex Alderson, 25 Apr 2022 22:34
Diablo Immortal is coming to PC, Android and iOS soon (image via Blizzard)

Diablo Immortal mobile launch date set for June 2; PC open beta to commence on the same day

Blizzard has announced that Diablo Immortal will be available for download on Android and iOS devices on June 2. The game is coming to PC, too, with the open beta starting at the same time. Pre-registrations are live on Blizzard's website.
Anil Ganti, 25 Apr 2022 18:30
Ghostwire Tokyo in test: Notebook and desktop benchmarks

Ghostwire Tokyo in test: Notebook and desktop benchmarks

Mirror City. The action adventure Ghostwire Tokyo is not only interesting in terms of gameplay but also technically. Hardly any other title shines with so many reflections - especially when ray tracing is active.
Anton Avdyushkin, 25 Apr 2022 09:12
The latest MSI Bravo 15 B5DD is a step backwards for the series

The latest MSI Bravo 15 B5DD is a step backwards for the series

Buying an MSI Bravo 15? Make sure to distinguish between the "A" series and "B" series so you'll know exactly what you're getting. The newest 2022 model is worse than the older one in a lot of aspects.
Allen Ngo, 25 Apr 2022 06:38
With the new BIOS update, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D could push past the 12900K in more gaming workloads (Image source: Xanxogaming)

MSI set to enable base clock overclocking on certain X570 MEG boards, allowing the Ryzen 7 5800X3D to hit up to 4.8 GHz

According to a WCCFTech report, MSI will soon be releasing a BIOS update for select X570 motherboards, enabling BCLK overclocking. This would allow power users to push clocks on the Ryzen 7 5800X3D, albeit at the cost of systemwide stability.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 24 Apr 2022 12:59
MSI Bravo 15 B5DD laptop review: Terrible Radeon RX 5500M performance-per-dollar

78% MSI Bravo 15 B5DD laptop review: Terrible Radeon RX 5500M performance-per-dollar

The Radeon RX 5500M isn't looking so hot these days. It's acceptable that budget gaming laptops aren't going to give you the best graphics. However, you'll still want to avoid certain models due to an aging GPU with poor performance relative to most others in its price category.
AMD Ryzen 5 5600H, Radeon RX 5500M, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Allen Ngo, 23 Apr 2022 16:36
The Leviathan V2 comes with Razer Chroma RGB lighting, naturally. (Image source: Razer)

Razer Leviathan V2: Razer Chroma soundbar launches with a subwoofer for US$249.99

Razer has released the Leviathan V2, a 50 cm-wide soundbar that comes with a subwoofer. The Leviathan V2 supports THX Spatial Audio, among other features, and retails for US$249.99.
Alex Alderson, 23 Apr 2022 14:41
MSI Pulse GL66: Alder Lake i9 but USB 2.0

MSI Pulse GL66 test: RTX-3060 gamer with Alder Lake i9 in need for optimization

A fairly new gaming series with Alder Lake Core i9 and RTX 3060? Just give it to me now! What, USB 2.0, no Thunderbolt, a dark display with weak response time, a short battery life, and a badly adjusted Core i9? Why did you do that, MSI?
Christian Hintze, 23 Apr 2022 03:07
The EVO17-S / NT-17 models feature up to an RTX 3080 Ti dGPU. (Image Source: Origin PC)

Origin PC refreshes thin and light laptop lineup with Intel Alder Lake processors and up to an Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti dGPU, introduces new 14-inch models

The refreshed EVO17-S / NT-17 and EVO15-S / NT-15 models can be equipped with up to an Intel Core i9-12900H processor and an Nvidia RTX 3080 / Ti dGPU, while the new 14-inch models pack a Core i7-12700H processor and an RTX 3050 Ti dGPU and come with powerful external dGPU options.
Bogdan Solca, 22 Apr 2022 15:39
The Aurora Ryzen Edition R14 now comes with the Ryzen 7 5800X3D, AMD's first 3D V-Cache processor. (Image source: Dell)

Dell Alienware Ryzen Edition R14 receives AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D option with AMD and NVIDIA GPUs

Dell has added the Ryzen 7 5800X3D to the list of processors that it offers for the Alienware Aurora Ryzen Edition R14. Starting at US$2,949, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D is available with several GPU and RAM options, among other configurable components.
Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2022 11:42
The Alienware m15 R7 is now configurable with AMD Ryzen 6000 or Intel Alder Lake processors. (Image source: Dell)

Alienware m15 R7 refreshed with up to an AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti

Dell has released AMD Ryzen 6000 versions of the Alienware m15 R7, previously available with just Intel Alder Lake options. The Alienware m15 R7 comes with up to a Ryzen 9 6900HX, an RTX 3080 Ti and a 360 Hz display, among other gaming-focused features.
Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2022 00:39
The Dell G15 5525 comes in two colours, among plenty of other configuration options. (Image source: Dell)

Dell G15 5525 launched with AMD Ryzen 6000 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 series options

Dell has lifted the lid on the G15 5525, an AMD alternative to this year's G15 5520. The Dell G15 5525 remains a 15-inch gaming laptop and is available with various combinations of AMD Ryzen 6000 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 series components. Dell is shipping the G15 5525 now, starting at US$899.99.
Alex Alderson, 22 Apr 2022 00:24
The new AORUS 17X relies on Intel's 16-core laptop processor. (Image source: Gigabyte)

Gigabyte AORUS 17X refreshed with a 16-core Intel Alder Lake-HX processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti GPU

Gigabyte has beaten Intel to revealing the Core i9-12900HX, a 55 W processor that has 16 cores and a 5.0 GHz peak clock speed. The Core i9-12900HX will be available in the AORUS 17X YE, which also includes the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and a 360 Hz display.
Alex Alderson, 21 Apr 2022 19:03
Aorus 17 XE4 Review: High-End Gaming Notebook with 360 Hz Screen

Aorus 17 XE4: This compact gaming machine offers Thunderbolt 4

A Core i7 12700H CPU and a GeForce RTX 3070 Ti laptop GPU ensure that all current games can be played smoothly on a 17.3-inch screen (FHD, 360 Hz). The notebook offers room for two PCIe-4 SSDs and features a Thunderbolt-4 port.
Sascha Mölck, 21 Apr 2022 18:00
MSI Pulse GL66 review: Is the i9-12900H improving the RTX-3060 gaming laptop or only making it more expensive?

81% MSI Pulse GL66 review: Is the i9-12900H improving the RTX-3060 gaming laptop or only making it more expensive?

Priorities, please! Last year, MSI started a new gaming series with the Pulse. But apparently, a new series even from an experienced manufacturer can still run into some early troubles and reveal the need for optimizations. Our extensive test shows what needs to improve.
Intel Core i9-12900H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU, 15.6", 2.3 kg
Christian Hintze, 21 Apr 2022 02:41
AMD's newest entry-level Radeon RX 6400 graphics card is now official (image via AMD)

AMD Radeon RX 6400: Affordable RDNA2 graphics card is now available for US$159

AMD has silently unveiled the Radeon RX 6400 graphics card for US$159. It features 4 GB of 16 Gbps GDDR6 VRAM on a 64-bit bus, 12 compute units and a boost clock of 2,321 MHz. It will hit shelves starting today (April 20), with prices starting at US$159.
Anil Ganti, 20 Apr 2022 19:26
Sony could let developers run ads in their games by the end of 2022 (image via Sony)

Some PlayStation games could feature in-game ads by the end of 2022

A new report says that Sony is working with ad tech companies to run ads in some PlayStation games. It will help developers of free-to-play games better monetize their creation. Players will also be able to engage with the ads and receive in-game rewards.
Anil Ganti, 20 Apr 2022 18:35

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