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Mobile GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is essentially on par with the mobile GeForce RTX 2060 in 3DMark benchmarks

Not a fan of ray-tracing or DLSS but still want an Nvidia Turing gaming machine? The mobile GTX 1660 Ti offers mobile RTX 2060-level performance without forcing the advanced RT or DLSS features down your throat. Budget gamers targeting 60 FPS at native 1080p will find a lot to like about the mobile GTX 16 series.

Allen Ngo, 24 Apr 2019 07:29

The Max-Q variant of the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti allows for usage in slimmer gaming laptops. (Source: Nvidia)

3DMark Time Spy benchmark pits Asus FX505DU with GeForce GTX 1660 Ti against Asus GU502DU with GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q

A benchmark comparison between an Asus FX505DU laptop with an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti GPU and an Asus GU502DU laptop fitted with an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with Max-Q design GPU has been spotted on 3DMark. Both devices also featured an AMD Ryzen 7 3750H Zen+ APU. The Max-Q variant managed to keep up within an acceptable distance.

Daniel R Deakin, 24 Apr 2019 03:38

The Dell XPS 15 will soon be offered as an 8-core laptop. (Source: Dell)

Dell announces upcoming 9th Gen Intel Core CPU and GeForce GTX 16 series GPU upgrades for XPS 15 range

Dell has revealed that its XPS 15 lineup will be receiving upgrades to the new Intel Core Coffee Lake-H Refresh chips in June. Along with the 9th Gen CPUs, shoppers looking to purchase a new XPS 15 will have the opportunity to select one of the new mobile GPUs from Nvidia: the GeForce GTX 1650 and the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti.

Daniel R Deakin, 24 Apr 2019 01:22

Redesigned budget Acer Nitro 5 comes equipped with a Core i7-9750H and GeForce GTX 1650 (Source: Acer)

Acer Nitro 5 will be one of the cheapest laptops with Intel 9th gen CPU and GeForce GTX 16 GPU at launch

Say goodbye to the Pascal GTX 1050 series now that the Turing GTX 1650 is here. Acer's bottom-of-the-barrel Nitro 5 gaming laptop will sport the latest technology from both Intel and Nvidia for a respectable level of gaming performance.

Allen Ngo, 23 Apr 2019 22:43

MSI GF, GL, GP, GE, GS, and GT gaming laptops are all now shipping with GeForce GTX 16 GPU and 9th gen Core i CPU options

The Taiwanese OEM is ready to bombard the market with affordable Turing-powered laptops meant to replace the aging GTX 1050 and GTX 1050 Ti. Meanwhile, the enthusiast GT series will receive unlocked octa-core Core i9-9980HK CPU options to replace the already fast hexa-core Core i7-9850HK series.

Allen Ngo, 23 Apr 2019 22:41

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | Asus gets gaming essentials right with the ROG Strix G G531 and G731

The Asus ROG Strix G-series is touted to be an affordable option for gamers to experience the core ROG features without having to break the bank. The new ROG Strix G notebooks are available in G531 and G731 variants and will feature 9th gen Intel Core i7 CPUs and GPU options up to the NVIDIA RTX 2070. Also on offer is a new design language inspired by Asus's recent partnership with the BMW Designworks Group.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Apr 2019 21:53

Gigabyte updates Aorus 15 with 9th gen Core i7-9750H and 240 Hz display (Source: Gigabyte)

Gigabyte updates Aorus 15 with Intel 9th gen Core i7-9750H and 240 Hz IGZO display

The refreshed Aorus 15 challenges gamers to push 240 FPS on its new Sharp panel and 9th gen Core i7 CPU. Budget-conscious users can opt in for the newer GTX 1660 Ti SKU that promises GTX 1050 Ti-level performance.

Allen Ngo, 23 Apr 2019 20:23

Gigabyte Aero 15 Classic integrates Core i9-9980HK, 240 Hz 4K panel, and GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics (Source: Gigabyte)

Gigabyte Aero 15 Classic integrates Core i9-9980HK, 240 Hz FHD panel, and GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics

The Taiwanese OEM is squeezing every ounce of performance it can from its Aero 15 design. This latest "Classic" model boasts the new octa-core Core i9-9980HK for improved multi-thread performance over the hexa-core Core i9-8950HK. Here's hoping that throttling will be kept to a minimum considering the very thin chassis and powerful hardware.

Allen Ngo, 23 Apr 2019 19:50

A possible live image of the Red Magic 3. (Source: iGyaan)

New leak points to 90Hz screen (plus an actual internal fan) for the Red Magic 3

The Red Magic Mars is probably what Nubia's 2019 gaming phone will be called. It is already linked to the Snapdragon 855 and an improved battery capacity. Today (April 23, 2019), Roland Quandt has posted a new rumor that this upcoming device will have a cutting-edge 90Hz screen.

Deirdre O Donnell, 23 Apr 2019 19:26

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | Asus ROG Strix Scar III and Hero III feature the Core i9-9980H and NVIDIA RTX 2070 along with an exclusive ROG Keystone secret drive

The Asus ROG Strix Hero III and Scar III are now available with the Intel Core i9-9980H CPU and up to the NVIDIA RTX 2070 GPU to cater to eSports gamers. The Hero III targets MOBA gamers while the Scar III is more geared towards FPS players. Apart from subtle exterior changes, both the laptops are more or less identical with respect to features and a new personalized link called ROG Keystone designed in collaboration with the BMW Designworks Group.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Apr 2019 19:21

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | The new Asus Zephyrus M GU502 is more powerful yet slimmer compared to last year's ROG GU501GM

The Asus Zephyrus M GU502 offers up to date internals with the Core i7-9750H and RTX 2060/1660 Ti GPU options. The new generation is also slimmer than last year's GU501GM and sports slimmer display bezels and an overall lighter yet sturdy chassis.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Apr 2019 16:44

2019 Blade Pro (top) vs. 2017 Blade Pro (bottom)

2019 Razer Blade Pro will be 21 percent lighter and 11 percent thinner than last year's model

The upcoming Blade Pro takes the successful narrow-bezel chassis design of the Blade Stealth and Blade 15 for a new 17.3-inch form factor. It also drops some of the arguably gimmicky features of the 2017 Blade Pro including the volume wheel, asymmetric trackpad positioning, and mechanical keys in favor of a leaner look.

Allen Ngo, 23 Apr 2019 15:50

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | The Asus ROG Zephyrus G GA502 brings the goodness of AMD Ryzen 7 3750H and NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti in a slim form factor

Asus has introduced a new member to the Zephyrus family with the Zephyrus G GA502. The GA5002 aims to bring the Zephyrus series to a wider audience and is powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 3550H CPU and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti GPU to offer a high-performant combination for multitasking and gaming while still being easier on the battery life.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Apr 2019 15:08

Lenovo refreshes entire Legion Y540, Y740, and Y7000 lineup with Core i7-9750H and GTX 1650/1660 Ti options

As teased during CES 2019, Lenovo will soon be shipping updated versions of its Legion laptops this summer. Expect the wallet-friendly Legion Y540 to start shipping next month for $1209 USD with GTX 1660 Ti graphics.

Allen Ngo, 23 Apr 2019 15:00

Budget-friendly Lenovo IdeaPad L340 coming with GTX 1650 graphics for $869

The upcoming 15.6-inch and 17.3-inch budget models will be some of the cheapest Turing-based gaming laptops when they launch next month. The new IdeaPad L340 is essentially the same as last year's IdeaPad L340 but with more powerful Intel H-class CPUs and Nvidia Turing graphics.

Allen Ngo, 23 Apr 2019 15:00

The Asus ROG 'Mothership' GZ700GX now comes with overclocked Core i9-9980HK and RTX 2080. (Source: Asus)

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | Asus ROG 'Mothership' GZ700GX now available with factory-overclocked Intel Core i9-9980HK and OC NVIDIA RTX 2080 graphics

The Asus 'ROG Mothership' GZ700GX was first announced earlier this year at CES and was aimed at offering flexibility and enhanced cooling compared to traditional clamshell gaming notebooks. Now, the GZ700GX is available with factory-overclocked versions of the 9th gen Intel Core i9-9980HK CPU and NVIDIA RTX 2080 GPU both of which are cooled by liquid metal and a total of four heatsinks. The ROG 'Mothership' is all set to be available worldwide starting Q2 2019.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Apr 2019 15:00

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 and GTX 1660 Ti are now official. (Source: NVIDIA)

100 fps for the masses — NVIDIA launches mobile versions of the GeForce GTX 1650 and GTX 1660 Ti: First Benchmarks

NVIDIA has officially announced the availability of the GeForce GTX 1650 and the GTX 1660 Ti along with their Max-Q variants. These Turing-based GTX 16-series GPUs are slated to feature in most budget to mid-range gaming notebooks this year and offer perceivable benefits over their Pascal counterparts and significant improvements over the Maxwell generation. Our first synthetic benchmarks on pre-production hardware reflect that the GTX 1660 Ti is within close range of the RTX 2060 while the GTX 1650 is firmly placed between the GTX 1660 and the GTX 1050 Ti.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Apr 2019 15:00

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | The Asus Zephyrus S GX502 offers a 9th gen Core i7 CPU and a 240 Hz PANTONE-validated G-Sync display with Optimus support

Asus has announced the successor to the Zephyrus GX501 with the Zephyrus S GX502. The GX502 now comes with the 9th gen Core i7-9750H CPU and RTX 2060/2070 CPU options with NVIDIA Optimus support. The GX502 also features a PANTONE-validated 240 Hz FHD display, improved connectivity and audio, and is also lighter than the GX501.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Apr 2019 15:00

The Asus TUF Gaming FX505 and FX705 now coming with GTX 16-series graphics. (Source: Asus)

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | Asus TUF Gaming FX505 and FX705 now available with AMD Zen+ Ryzen CPUs and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

Asus has announced the availability of the TUF Gaming series with the latest NVIDIA Turing GTX 1660 Ti graphics. The TUF Gaming series is available in FX505 and FX705 SKUs and come with AMD Zen+ Ryzen 5 3550H and Ryzen 7 3750H CPU options. Apart from the new GTX 16-series GPU option, these laptops are otherwise identical to the original TUF Gaming series with Radeon RX 560X graphics announced during CES 2019.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 23 Apr 2019 15:00

Lenovo Legion Y9000K gaming laptop launches in China

Lenovo Legion Y9000K apparently launched exclusively in China

Unveiled in early January at CES 2019, the Lenovo Legion Y9000K is now finally launching in China. This machine seems to be exclusively targeting the local market and features an 8th generation (could be an error instead of 9th generation) Intel Core i7 processor, a 17-inch 144 Hz display, as well as NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Max-Q graphics.

Codrut Nistor, 23 Apr 2019 12:05

The base model of the Razer Blade 15 series currently features an i7-8750H processor. (Source: Razer)

Leaked information about new Razer Blade 17 and Razer Blade 15 laptops points to 9th Gen Intel Core and GeForce RTX upgrades

Details about a refreshed Razer Blade 17 and updated Razer Blade 15 have been accidentally leaked in a YouTube video review posted by tech site PCWorld. The video has now been taken down, but not before some apparent key specifications were shared online. The base model of the Razer Blade 15 is likely to get a GPU upgrade from an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 Max-Q to an RTX 2060.

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Apr 2019 09:55

The mysterious laptop is back to offer more clues about what's coming. (Source: Twitter/Nvidia GeForce)

Latest video from Nvidia and partners gives the mobile GTX GeForce 1660 Ti game away

Another video posted by Nvidia on the Twitter account for Nvidia GeForce has offered up some massive clues about what gamers can expect next from the company. Although original focus was mostly on the sleek device that featured in the four clips, it’s now shifted to what’s inside the laptop: Namely an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti GPU.

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Apr 2019 08:17

It's not yet been confirmed if the red AMD Radeon VII is a genuine product. (Source: VideoCardz)

AMD's upcoming 50th anniversary preparations continue with alleged special edition red Radeon VII graphics card

Another limited edition product has been unearthed that will be seemingly part of AMD’s 50th anniversary celebrations. A red version of the great value for money Radeon VII desktop graphics card has made an appearance, although it looks likely at the moment the only differences with the regular card will be design-based rather than performance-based.

Daniel R Deakin, 23 Apr 2019 06:53

This new AI method of converting video to playable characters may be the evolution of the Animoji and its ilk. (Source: MacRumors)

Facebook researchers develop AI method to convert videos of people into playable game characters

A trio of IT researchers affiliated with Facebook have created a new method to turn a video of an individual performing a series of actions (e.g. a dance) into a 3D 'game character'. This character - and its associated movements - can then be transposed onto a new background. The researchers assert that this background could interact with said character.

Deirdre O Donnell, 22 Apr 2019 16:24

Four XFX Radeon RX Vega 64 desktop graphics cards with liquid cooling were used. (Source: Reddit - u/RadeonRampage365)

AMD fan amazes the red team with custom build PC featuring four Radeon RX Vega 64 LC graphics cards

AMD has posted a tweet on its Ryzen Twitter account showing what can be done with just one Ryzen Threadripper 1950X HEDT chip and four Radeon RX Vega 64 LC graphics cards. The builder of the custom desktop PC setup has called his system “RippinRed 2.0”, and it also features 32 GB RAM, a motherboard from Gigabyte, and four monitors from Dell and Acer.

Daniel R Deakin, 22 Apr 2019 11:37

The Dell XPS 15 9560 performed at a high level in our tests. (Source: Dell)

Deal | Save nearly US$1,000 with very limited offer on refurbished Dell XPS 15 9560 with i7-7700HQ CPU and 1 TB SSD

Dell has a very limited sale on at the moment for certified refurbished Dell XPS 15 9560 laptops. One particular SKU comes with an Intel Core i7 processor from the Kaby Lake series, a discrete GPU in the shape of an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050, and a generous 1 TB M.2 PCIe SSD. A usual price of US$2,306 is advertised for this laptop, but with the sale and a coupon it can be picked up for US$1,365.03.

Daniel R Deakin, 22 Apr 2019 10:22

The next-gen Xbox codenamed Anaconda is confirmed to be more powerful than the PS5. (Source: Microsoft)

Insiders confirm next-gen Xbox will be more advanced than PlayStation 5

The next pitched battle between Sony and Microsoft in their console wars is starting to heat up. The latest news to surface is courtesy of some Microsoft insiders who say that the next-gen flagship Xbox will be more advanced than the Sony PlayStation 5.

Sanjiv Sathiah, 22 Apr 2019 06:31

This GTX 1050 Ti card may be getting a successor soon. (Source: ASUS)

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti listed on certification authority site in custom ASUS form

The new NVIDIA 1650 card is to be unleashed soon. However, it seems there is also a Ti variant of this graphics solution in the works. ASUS has apparently developed several different models of this new GPU, which have surfaced on the Russian ECC certification database.

Deirdre O Donnell, 21 Apr 2019 13:08

World War Z was chosen to test numerous graphics cards from Nvidia and AMD. (Source: AMD)

AMD's Radeon VII and RX Vega 64 LC crush Nvidia's GeForce RTX 2080 and 2080 Ti in World War Z GPU benchmark

AMD’s Radeon VII, RX Vega 64 LC, and RX Vega 64 have managed to defeat Nvidia’s top-end GeForce RTX hardware, the RTX 2080 and RTX 2080 Ti, in a World War Z GPU benchmark. In one specific test, the Radeon VII was measured offering an eye-popping average rate of 192 FPS compared to the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti’s best effort of 160 FPS.

Daniel R Deakin, 21 Apr 2019 11:33

It seems the GPD Win Max won't be an upgrade of the Win 2 after all. (Source: Buzzap)

Leaked images of GPD Win Max console internals confirm AMD Ryzen Embedded V1000 processor

Images of the components for the upcoming GPD Win Max handheld gaming PC have been leaked. The pictures show that an embedded chip from AMD’s Ryzen V1000 series has been chosen to power the device. It also seems that GamePad Digital (GPD) has decided to change the device’s name from Win 2 Max to simply Win Max.

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Apr 2019 11:29

The laptop in the clip has revealed a secret. (Source: Twitter/Nvidia GeForce)

Updated | New video of mystery device from Nvidia, Asus, and MSI released - points to GeForce GTX 16-series gaming laptops

A new video has been posted on Twitter accounts for Nvidia, Asus, and MSI that shows a bit more detail of the mysterious device that the trio of companies teased recently. The same Matrix-like streaming green code can be seen on the display while this time the keyboard is made much more visible. An eagle-eyed tweeter has spotted a very revealing clue about the device.
Lenovo also appears to be involved with the promotional stunt.

Daniel R Deakin, 20 Apr 2019 09:06

AMD's 7nm+ Zen 3 chips could have a 20% greater transistor density over Zen 2

The Zen 2-based Ryzen, EPYC and Threadripper chipsets should make for exciting launches soon. This is because their state-of-the-art 7nm architectures should deliver performance improvements in many areas compared to their Zen+ predecessors. However, it appears that the Zen 3s of the future are shaping up to be even better already.

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Apr 2019 20:27

A new GTA title may be in the works after all. (Source: Rockstar Games)

Has the existence of GTA VI really been leaked...in a resume?

Recently, the gaming community has been set alight with rumors that Grand Theft Auto will get a new version soon. This has come about as a result of the discovery of an online resume belonging to a "3D game artist" who lists the heretofore unseen title among his experiences at Rockstar Games. This individual also specifically claims a role in GTA 5's DLC.

Deirdre O Donnell, 19 Apr 2019 19:32

C-Force CF015C: A 4K 15.6-inch display that you can carry around with you. (Image source: C-Force)

C-FORCE CF015C: A 4K 15.6-inch USB Type-C portable display that works with your laptop and Nintendo Switch

The C-Force CF015C weighs just 700 g and is 6 mm thick, yet packs a 4K, 15.6-inch display that boasts 100% sRGB coverage. The CF015C is currently available for US$199 on Kickstarter and ships in June.

Alex Alderson, 19 Apr 2019 19:14

Acer's refreshed Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop costs from US$1199.99 with the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. (Source: Acer)

Laptop version of GeForce GTX 1660 Ti confirmed thanks to official Acer Predator Helios 300 listing

There is a new product listing on Acer’s website for its Predator laptop series: model name PH315-52-78VL. The Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop in question sports some impressive hardware, which apparently includes a mobile variant of Nvidia’s Turing-based GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics card. The device also comes with a Coffee Lake H Refresh mobile processor from Intel.

Daniel R Deakin, 19 Apr 2019 11:09

The rose-gold Dell XPS 13 9380 has a starting weight of just 2.7 lbs/1.23 kg. (Source: Dell)

Deal | Save US$439 on a rose-gold 4K Dell XPS 13 9380 or a massive US$860 on an Alienware 17 with GeForce GTX 1070 OC

Dell has a couple of standout offers in its deals section at the moment. Shoppers can get a hefty discount on a brand-new Dell XPS 13 powered by an Intel Core i7-8565U processor, or if you fancy something much bigger the manufacturer has knocked US$860 off the price of an Alienware 17 gaming laptop, which comes with an 8th Gen Coffee Lake SoC and an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 OC GPU.

Daniel R Deakin, 19 Apr 2019 09:02

The new Helios lineup is bulkier since it integrates desktop-grade components. (Source: Entroware)

Entroware launches desktop-grade Helios laptop lineup with Ubuntu Linux

The newly-introduced Helios lineup can easily replace a high-end desktop, as it comes with desktop-grade components like Intel's Core i5-9600K / i7-9700K / i9-9900K CPUs coupled with up to 64 GB of DDR4-2666 RAM and up to 12 TB of storage, plus RTX 2060 / RTX 2070 / RTX 2080 GPUs. The chassis is clearly bulkier and the laptops come with 330 W power adapters.

Bogdan Solca, 18 Apr 2019 21:05

Atari VCS to use AMD Ryzen Embedded R1000 SoC, still has no firm release date

Atari announced this week that the Atari VCS would switch to an AMD Ryzen Embedded R1000 APU, officially ditching the Bristol Ridge A10 it had planned to use last year. While the R1000 will bring better performance and support for modern features (like 4K video playback), it brings a heavy negative to the effervescent console - delays.

Sam Medley, 18 Apr 2019 18:04

It appears a laptop from MSI's GF series was used for the benchmark. (Source: MSI)

Alleged mobile version of Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 tested on UserBenchmark; beats out AMD's RX 550 and RX 560 desktop cards

A record for an Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 GPU has been added on UserBenchmark’s database, and there is convincing evidence pointing to this being the mobile version of the upcoming graphics card. The average bench score of 45.6% put the hardware in 71st position in UserBenchmark’s ranking, sandwiched neatly between an old AMD R9 280X and an even older Nvidia GeForce GTX 690 (SLI disabled).

Daniel R Deakin, 18 Apr 2019 10:10

The GTX 1650 is set to launch on April 23. (Source: Videocardz via Roland Quandt)

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 to feature 896 CUDA cores, will retail for US$149 MSRP

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 is based on the TU117-300 GPU and will feature 896 CUDA cores with a base clock of 1485 MHz and a boost of up to 1665 MHz. The reference design is rated at 75 W and does not require a power connector. The 1650 is all set to launch on April 23 for an MSRP of US$149, but OEMs might offer it at slightly higher prices.

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 18 Apr 2019 08:39

The video clip tweet is simply accompanied by a computer icon and a question mark. (Source: Twitter/Nvidia GeForce)

Mysterious device teased by Nvidia, MSI, and Asus sends Twitter users into speculation meltdown

A video clip that has been uploaded to Nvidia, MSI, and Asus Twitter accounts has sparked furious speculation over what it is about and what the device that stars in it is. The clip is painfully brief at just five seconds long and simply shows an impressively slender laptop-like device opening up and displaying some Matrix-like green animation.

Daniel R Deakin, 17 Apr 2019 11:47

Xbox One S All-Digital Edition now up for pre-order (Source: Xbox Wire)

Microsoft finally unveils the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition

Bundled with Minecraft, Forza Horizon 3 and Sea of Thieves, the new Xbox One S All-Digital Edition is already available for pre-order at US$249.99 — US$50 less than the Xbox One S. Just as previously rumored, the disc-free console will be available worldwide — both online and in stores — on May 7.

Codrut Nistor, 17 Apr 2019 09:38

Asus is offering the FX95DD laptop in a limited time presale. (Source: Asus)

Asus reveals FX95DD laptop with AMD's Ryzen 7 3750H and Nvidia's GeForce GTX 1050

Asus has added the FX95DD laptop to its Chinese website as part of its FX/ZX series of computers. The device will feature a Zen+ Picasso AMD Ryzen 7 3750H APU in combination with the Pascal-based Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 GPU. The notebook, which is known locally as the Flying Fortress, is currently being offered for presale orders.

Daniel R Deakin, 17 Apr 2019 08:24

Sony confirms PlayStation 5 specifications: 7 nm Zen 2 CPU, Navi GPU, 8K, 3D audio, and more

Mark Cerny, lead architect behind the PlayStation 4, has confirmed several details about the specifications of Sony's next-generation console. The PlayStation 5, as it is rumored to be called, will run on an AMD APU consisting of a 7 nm Zen 2-based CPU and a Navi-based GPU that will support real-time ray tracing and 8K resolutions. The PS5 will also include a lightning-fast SSD that should drastically cut down on load time.

Sam Medley, 16 Apr 2019 23:38

Samsung has finalized its 5nm chipset design. (Source: HD Tecnología)

The first Samsung 5nm SoC is ready for sampling

Samsung has announced that it is finally in a position to send samples of its new, ground-breaking 5nm processor technology to its customers. The OEM claims that this new architecture brings 25% improvements in logic-area efficiency compared to 7nm, with up to 10% potential performance enhancements.

Deirdre O Donnell, 16 Apr 2019 18:51

Nintendo Switch hybrid console gets firmware update 8.0 with zoom and more features

Nintendo Switch firmware update 8.0 comes with zoom, new game sorting options, and more

The latest software update for the Nintendo Switch hybrid game console comes with Save Transfer, which allows players to transfer save data between Switch consoles without an online subscription, a Zoom feature, new game sorting options, and various minor tweaks and fixes. Alongside the console firmware, a controller update has been issued as well.

Codrut Nistor, 16 Apr 2019 18:33

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Mobile GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is essentially on par with the mobile GeForce RTX 2060 in 3DMark benchmarks

3DMark Time Spy benchmark pits Asus FX505DU with GeForce GTX 1660 Ti against Asus GU502DU with GeForce GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q

Dell announces upcoming 9th Gen Intel Core CPU and GeForce GTX 16 series GPU upgrades for XPS 15 range

Acer Nitro 5 will be one of the cheapest laptops with Intel 9th gen CPU and GeForce GTX 16 GPU at launch

MSI GF, GL, GP, GE, GS, and GT gaming laptops are all now shipping with GeForce GTX 16 GPU and 9th gen Core i CPU options

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | Asus gets gaming essentials right with the ROG Strix G G531 and G731

Gigabyte updates Aorus 15 with Intel 9th gen Core i7-9750H and 240 Hz IGZO display

Gigabyte Aero 15 Classic integrates Core i9-9980HK, 240 Hz FHD panel, and GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics

New leak points to 90Hz screen (plus an actual internal fan) for the Red Magic 3

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | Asus ROG Strix Scar III and Hero III feature the Core i9-9980H and NVIDIA RTX 2070 along with an exclusive ROG Keystone secret drive

85% Aorus 15-W9 (i7-8750H, RTX 2060) Laptop Review

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | The new Asus Zephyrus M GU502 is more powerful yet slimmer compared to last year's ROG GU501GM

2019 Razer Blade Pro will be 21 percent lighter and 11 percent thinner than last year's model

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | The Asus ROG Zephyrus G GA502 brings the goodness of AMD Ryzen 7 3750H and NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti in a slim form factor

Lenovo refreshes entire Legion Y540, Y740, and Y7000 lineup with Core i7-9750H and GTX 1650/1660 Ti options

Budget-friendly Lenovo IdeaPad L340 coming with GTX 1650 graphics for $869

8 cores in a laptop: Intel announces improved 45 W 9th Gen H-series Coffee Lake-Refresh processors; Core i9-9980HK posts impressive preliminary performance

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | Asus ROG 'Mothership' GZ700GX now available with factory-overclocked Intel Core i9-9980HK and OC NVIDIA RTX 2080 graphics

100 fps for the masses — NVIDIA launches mobile versions of the GeForce GTX 1650 and GTX 1660 Ti: First Benchmarks

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | The Asus Zephyrus S GX502 offers a 9th gen Core i7 CPU and a 240 Hz PANTONE-validated G-Sync display with Optimus support

ROG:REDEFINE 2019 | Asus TUF Gaming FX505 and FX705 now available with AMD Zen+ Ryzen CPUs and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti

Lenovo Legion Y9000K apparently launched exclusively in China

Leaked information about new Razer Blade 17 and Razer Blade 15 laptops points to 9th Gen Intel Core and GeForce RTX upgrades

Latest video from Nvidia and partners gives the mobile GTX GeForce 1660 Ti game away

AMD's upcoming 50th anniversary preparations continue with alleged special edition red Radeon VII graphics card

Facebook researchers develop AI method to convert videos of people into playable game characters

AMD fan amazes the red team with custom build PC featuring four Radeon RX Vega 64 LC graphics cards

Deal | Save nearly US$1,000 with very limited offer on refurbished Dell XPS 15 9560 with i7-7700HQ CPU and 1 TB SSD

Insiders confirm next-gen Xbox will be more advanced than PlayStation 5

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti listed on certification authority site in custom ASUS form

AMD's Radeon VII and RX Vega 64 LC crush Nvidia's GeForce RTX 2080 and 2080 Ti in World War Z GPU benchmark

81% ASUS TUF Gaming FX705DY (Ryzen 5 3550H, Radeon RX 560X, SSD, FHD) Laptop Review

Leaked images of GPD Win Max console internals confirm AMD Ryzen Embedded V1000 processor

Updated | New video of mystery device from Nvidia, Asus, and MSI released - points to GeForce GTX 16-series gaming laptops

AMD's 7nm+ Zen 3 chips could have a 20% greater transistor density over Zen 2

Has the existence of GTA VI really been leaked...in a resume?

C-FORCE CF015C: A 4K 15.6-inch USB Type-C portable display that works with your laptop and Nintendo Switch

Laptop version of GeForce GTX 1660 Ti confirmed thanks to official Acer Predator Helios 300 listing

Deal | Save US$439 on a rose-gold 4K Dell XPS 13 9380 or a massive US$860 on an Alienware 17 with GeForce GTX 1070 OC

Entroware launches desktop-grade Helios laptop lineup with Ubuntu Linux

Atari VCS to use AMD Ryzen Embedded R1000 SoC, still has no firm release date

MSI AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 Air Boost OC Edition Review

Alleged mobile version of Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 tested on UserBenchmark; beats out AMD's RX 550 and RX 560 desktop cards

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 to feature 896 CUDA cores, will retail for US$149 MSRP

Mysterious device teased by Nvidia, MSI, and Asus sends Twitter users into speculation meltdown

Microsoft finally unveils the Xbox One S All-Digital Edition

Asus reveals FX95DD laptop with AMD's Ryzen 7 3750H and Nvidia's GeForce GTX 1050

Sony confirms PlayStation 5 specifications: 7 nm Zen 2 CPU, Navi GPU, 8K, 3D audio, and more

The first Samsung 5nm SoC is ready for sampling

Nintendo Switch firmware update 8.0 comes with zoom, new game sorting options, and more

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