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Zotac RTX 3090 Ti AMP Extreme Holo Review. (Image Source: Zotac)

Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 3090 Ti AMP Extreme Holo Review: 4K gaming monstrosity with a price to match

The GPU we deserve but not the one we need. The RTX 3090 Ti arrives at an interesting juncture — at a time when the GPU stock situation is gradually easing up and also in the wake of new architectures from Nvidia and AMD expected later this year. The Zotac Gaming GeForce RTX 3090 Ti AMP Extreme Holo seeks to unleash the full might of the complete GA102 GPU. We evaluate how well this card performs in our suite of tests when compared with current Nvidia and AMD flagships.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 Ti, 28"
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 16 May 2022 08:43
HP is among the first OEMs to offer the new 16-inch 16:10 screens. (Image Source: Windows Central)

HP announces 16-inch ZBook Fury 16 G9 workstation laptops with Alder Lake-HX processors and professional Nvidia / AMD dGPUs

The latest ZBook Fury 16 G9 workstations from HP come packed with powerful components such as the 55 W Intel Alder Lake-HX processors with up to 16 cores and 24 threads, professional RTX A5500 / Radeon Pro W6600M dGPUs, up to 128 GB of DDR5-4800 RAM, 22 TB of storage and 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports.
Bogdan Solca, 12 May 2022 19:05
Intel 12th gen Alder Lake-HX brings desktop computing in a BGA package. (Image Source: Intel)

Intel Alder Lake-HX: First 16-core PCIe Gen 5 mobile platform launched led by the 157 W Core i9-12950HX, supplants Xeons for mobile workstations

Intel, today, unveiled the Alder Lake-HX platform targeted at enthusiast gamers and mobile workstations. The Alder Lake-HX platform is led by the 16C/24T Core i9-12950HX with a boost TDP up to 157 W. Alder Lake-HX is also the first 16-core mobile platform and also the first to offer PCie Gen 5 on laptops. Intel is also supplanting mobile Xeons with vPro-enabled Alder Lake-HX this generation.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 10 May 2022 20:35
It seems the Zen 4 series of Ryzen Threadripper chips may be vendor-only parts. (Image source: AMD)

96-core Zen 4 AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7000 part could be on the cards but likely only heading to Lenovo

New rumors about future AMD Ryzen Threadripper processors have been shared by a well-known TechTuber. The information concerns the potential core count, the Zen microarchitecture, and the possible availability for HEDT enthusiasts. Apparently, the Zen 4 AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7000 series might feature an SKU with 96 cores.
Daniel R Deakin, 07 May 2022 23:16
AMD's EPYC lineup for 2024/25 will purportedly be codenamed "Venice" and will use Zen 6 microarchitecture. (Image source: AMD/Unsplash - edited)

Moar core blimey: 384-core AMD EPYC Venice server chip with Zen 6 architecture enters the rumor mill

A well-known leaker has made some extraordinary claims about the future of AMD’s server chips, EPYC. Apparently, there is a generation coming within a few years, codenamed “Venice”, that will offer well over 200 cores per part and may even include an astonishing 384-core SKU. The Zen 6-based chips will also apparently feature custom memory upgrades.
Daniel R Deakin, 01 May 2022 23:27
ThinkPad P1 Gen 5: Lenovo updates its thin & light workstation rather quietly to Alder Lake H

ThinkPad P1 Gen 5: Lenovo updates its thin & light workstation rather quietly to Alder Lake H

The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 G5 has been announced without a big show. Considering the scope of the update, a more opulent announcement probably was not necessary. since the new model is basically the P1 G4 with updated internals.
Benjamin Herzig, 27 Apr 2022 21:53
The XMG Studio features Fractal Design's Torrent Compact case. (Image Source: XMG)

XMG launches STUDIO professional audio / video desktop workstation with Intel Alder Lake processors and Nvidia RTX 3000 GPUs

XMG's highly specialized STUIDO workstation can be configured with high-end CPUs from Intel up to the Core i9-12900K and graphics cards up to the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090. The PC is optimized for excellent airflow and quiet operation even under high load. To keep the workflow free of any distractions, the XMG STUDIO lacks any additional decorative elements such as RGB LEDs.
Bogdan Solca, 22 Apr 2022 13:00
Dell is prepping a successor to the Precision 7760. (Source: Notebookcheck)

Leak suggests Dell may launch a successor to the Precision 7760 workstation with an Intel Arc Pro GPU

A leaked spec sheet of an unannounced Dell Precision workstation suggests that the laptop may come with 12th gen Intel Alder Lake-HX processors and Intel Arc Pro GPUs. The machine looks to be a successor to the Dell Precision 7760 workstation.
Fawad Murtaza, 16 Apr 2022 22:21
The new Everest 60 keyboard. (Source: MOUNTAIN)

MOUNTAIN introduces the "world's first" 60% keyboard with modularity and mechanical switches

MOUNTAIN is an accessories OEM that makes its own "premium" switches. Three kinds of these can be used with its latest Everest-series keyboard - however, they can also be interchanged with Cherry MXs for improved flexibility in customization. The new peripheral is of the 60% category, yet has an optional numberpad that can click into it at either side.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Apr 2022 18:43
The new Lambda Tensorbook, designed specifically for deep learning and AI development. (All images via Lambda)

Lamba and Razer announce the Tensorbook, a powerful and sleek new laptop designed for machine learning

Lambda, a company known for building deep learning-focused PCs, and Razer have teamed up to release a new version of the Tensorbook, a slim laptop with machine learning chops. The notebook is packed to the gills with hardware designed for AI development, comes preinstalled with lots of Lambda's software, and has some solid gaming capabilities.
Sam Medley, 12 Apr 2022 15:00
The SpatialLabs technology offers stereoscopic displays that do not require special glasses. (Image Source: Acer)

Acer ConceptD 7 SpatialLabs Edition mobile workstations with stereoscopic 3D displays now available

The Acer ConceptD 7 SpatialLabs Edition CN715-73G-SL76Z mobile integrates a 3D stereoscopic display as well as AI-powered cameras with eye tracking so the users do not need to wear specialized glasses. These systems are currently available in the EU for €3,599.
Bogdan Solca, 06 Apr 2022 20:09
The ACM-G12 could power a mid-range alternative to the Arc A780. (Image source: Intel)

Intel ACM-G12 GPU discovered with 16 Xe cores and 256 EUs

Intel could have a third Arc Graphics chip in the pipeline, having announced the ACM-G10 and ACM-G11 so far. The ACM-G12 will be a less powerful alternative to the ACM-G10, which powers A700 and A500 laptop graphics cards.
Alex Alderson, 05 Apr 2022 15:43
Dell Precision 3570 gets upgraded to Alder Lake and latest Nvidia workstation graphics. (Image Source: Dell)

Dell Precision 3570 and Precision 3571 mobile workstations announced with Intel Alder Lake and latest Nvidia workstation GPUs

Dell is offering the Precision 3570 and Precision 3571 with Intel Alder Lake and new Nvidia workstation GPUs. The Precision 3570 features Alder Lake-P and Nvidia RTX A500 while the Precision 3571 offers Alder Lake-H and up to the Nvidia RTX A2000 GPU. Both models offer up to UHD displays and support for up to 64 GB DDR5-4800 RAM.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 31 Mar 2022 16:23
Dell launches its latest Optimizer. (Source: Dell)

Dell claims its latest version of its Optimizer makes its latest enterprise PCs as intelligent as possible

Dell has packaged its latest PCs for business with its Optimizer, a suite of AI services designed to deliver "productivity without disruptions". They include features that might admittedly be more welcome than ever before, Intelligent Privacy, ExpressConnect and Intelligent Audio included.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Mar 2022 15:00
Dell has officially unveiled the Precision 5570 laptop (image via Dell)

Dell's newest Precision 5570 laptop is now official with Nvidia's mobile workstation graphics cards, a UHD+ screen, and plenty of Thunderbolt ports

Dell has officially unveiled the Precision 5570 laptop. It features an Intel Core i9-12900HK processor, Nvidia RTX A2000 graphics card, up to 64 GB of 4,800 MT/s RAM, a 4 TB NVMe SSD, and an 86 Wh battery. Dell will unveil its price once its April 2022 launch window approaches.
Anil Ganti, 31 Mar 2022 15:00
The Precision 5770 is one of the many laptops  launched by Dell today (image via Dell)

Dell Precision 5770: High-end business laptop announced with Intel Alder Lake processors and a touch-enabled 4K screen

The Dell Precision 5770 is a large 17-inch business laptop configurable with an Intel Core i9-12900H, Nvidia RTX A3000, 64 GB RAM, a 97 Wh battery and four Thunderbolt 4.0 ports. It will hit shelves sometime in April 2022.
Anil Ganti, 31 Mar 2022 15:00
The Dell Latitude 7330, 7430 and 7530 have officially been launched (image via Dell)

Dell announces the Latitude 7330, 7430 and 7530 thin and light laptops with Intel Alder Lake-U processors and affordable price tags

The Latitude 7330, 7430 and 7530 are Dell's newest thin and light laptops. They feature Intel Alder Lake-U (15 W) processors, a 16:9 screen with FHD resolution, and a wide selection of ports. Depending on the model, prices range between US$1,899 and US$2,023.
Anil Ganti, 31 Mar 2022 15:00
Opera has a Polygon tie-in. (Source: Opera)

The Opera browser announces support for eight blockchains in a Web3-positive move

Opera now offers access to multiple blockchains, well-known examples such as Solana and Polygon included. Its representatives indicate that they have been integrated into the browser in order to future-proof it against the anticipated rise of Web3 at the company. The change affords users access to potential benefits such as access to more DApps and crypto transaction types at reduced gas fees.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Mar 2022 16:57
Dell Precision 5560 workstation. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Dell's upcoming Precision 5470 mobile workstation may feature an unannounced Intel Arc Pro GPU

An alleged spec sheet of Dell's unannounced Dell Precision 5470 mobile workstation has leaked, offering us a glimpse into the device's formidable hardware. Aside from the obvious powerhouse chips like the Intel Core i9-12900HK, the datasheet mentions a surprise Intel Arc GPU.
Fawad Murtaza, 28 Mar 2022 13:54
AMD Ryzen PRO 5000 Series: Designed for dynamic and dependable defenses in depth.

AMD Ryzen PRO 5000 Series: Designed for dynamic and dependable defenses in depth.

Threats Are Going Deeper. Your Protection Should, Too. Bad actors are continuously innovating, quickly moving to new targets and tactics just as defenses mature. It was hard enough protecting well-managed devices when they were kept safely in the office. In today’s always-connected, always-moving mobile and remote world, securing devices and sensitive information can become an overwhelming challenge for IT staff and business decision-makers. (sponsored article)
A‎d, 28 Mar 2022 04:41
The MSI CreatorPro Z16P builds on the Creator Z16P. (Image source: MSI)

MSI CreatorPro Z16P: Intel Alder Lake-based laptop debuts with new NVIDIA RTX A3000 and RTX A5500 GPUs

MSI may have launched many new laptops today, but has also announced the CreatorPro Z16P, a professional alternative to the Creator Z16P revealed in January. The CreatorPro Z16P will be available with two new NVIDIA workstation GPUs, along with Core i7-12700H and Core i9-12900H processors.
Alex Alderson, 24 Mar 2022 16:03
AMD Delivers Uncompromising Performance and Battery Life

AMD Delivers Uncompromising Performance and Battery Life

Solving for the Impossible. Learn how AMD’s latest generation of processors deliver powerful device experiences that enable the new world of hybrid work, helping users to get work done wherever they want without worrying about battery life. (sponsored article)
Adverti‌cle, 14 Mar 2022 08:57
Sabrent DS-SKRT-D16TB Thunderbolt 3 dock comes with two NVMe drives built in. (Image Source: Sabrent)

Sabrent DS-SKRT-D16TB Thunderbolt docking station aims to turn your PC into a workstation of sorts

Sabrent has announced a new Thunderbolt 3 docking station aimed at content creators and power users that not only provides a host of connectivity options but also comes replete with two RAID-able NVMe SSDs up to a total of 16 TB capacity. The Sabrent DS-SKRT-D16TB dock is compatible with both Windows and Mac computers.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 11 Mar 2022 17:47
AMD Radeon Pro W6600X is now available for the Mac Pro. (Image Source: AMD)

AMD announces new US$700 Radeon Pro W6600X MPX GPU for Mac Pro

AMD has announced a new mid-range workstation MPX GPU for the Mac Pro. The new AMD Radeon Pro W6600X offers 32 CUs, 8 GB GDDR6 128-bit memory and up to 9.8 TF peak FP32 performance. Buyers configuring the Mac Pro can now opt for the Radeon Pro W6600X MPX card for US$700.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 09 Mar 2022 12:06
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 5000 WX processors are now OEM-only. (Image Source: AMD)

AMD launches Ryzen Threadripper Pro 5000 WX series led by the 5995WX that trounces two Intel Xeon Platinum 8280s

AMD has announced the new Ryzen Threadripper Pro 5000 WX series today lead by the flagship Ryzen Threadripper Pro 5995WX. The new Threadrippers offer the same core counts as the previous generation but now come with increased boost clocks and an upgrade to the Zen 3 architecture. AMD touts that the performance of the Ryzen Threadripper Pro 5995WX is significantly higher than even a dual-socket Intel Xeon Platinum 8280.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 08 Mar 2022 16:13
AMD EPYC Milan-X CPUs come with 3D V-Cache. (Image source: AMD)

AMD's ultra-powerful EPYC Milan-X CPUs with 3D V-Cache are less than a month away

AMD previously announced that its EPYC Milan-X chips with 3D V-Cache will be released in Q1 2022 but didn't give a set release month or date. At the SIG Annual Tech Conference 2022, Dan McNamara, AMD's senior vice president of the Business Unit, has now revealed when we can finally expect the new chips to hit the market.
Fawad Murtaza, 06 Mar 2022 01:36
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 is the company's lightest mobile workstation. (Image Source: Lenovo)

ThinkPad P14s Gen 3: Lenovo's lightest mobile workstation launched with Alder Lake and Quadro T550, ThinkPad P16 i Gen 1 introduced for the first time

Updated. Lenovo has announced an upgraded ThinkPad P14s Gen 3 at MWC 2022. The company claims that the P14s Gen 3 is its lightest mobile workstation yet. Lenovo is also introducing the ThinkPad P16 i Gen 1. Both workstations are powered by Intel Alder Lake-H CPUs and the Nvidia Quadro T550 GPU.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Mar 2022 10:54
UCIe 1.0 is based on Intel's Advanced Interface Bus technology. (Image Source: UCIe)

Semiconductor industry giants and top software companies create the Universal Chiplet Interconnect Express consortium

Advanced Semiconductor Engineering (ASE), AMD, Arm, Google Cloud, Intel Corporation, Meta, Microsoft Corporation, Qualcomm Incorporated, Samsung, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company today announce the formation of the UCIe industry consortium that will establish a die-to-die interconnect standard and foster an open chiplet ecosystem.
Bogdan Solca, 02 Mar 2022 17:36
Qualcomm presents its new Wi-Fi subsystem. (Source: Qualcomm)

MWC 2022 | Qualcomm upgrades to Wi-Fi 7 support with its new "world-first" FastConnect 7800 solution

Qualcomm has come to the 2022 Mobile World Congress (MWC) to assert that it will be first to market with its commercially-ready FastConnect 7800 subsystem. It is rated to confer Wi-Fi 7 on a given device, delivering max speeds of nearly 6Gbps with bandwidth that might support uses from 4K video streaming to VR gaming - possibly even simultaneously.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Feb 2022 23:25
PowerToys allows Windows 10 and 11 users to customise their PC experience to truly get the most out of their everyday experience. Image source: Lenovo/Author

4 reasons Microsoft PowerToys should be on every Windows 10 or 11 device

Microsoft PowerToys is an open-source, free utility developed by Microsoft that allows users the ability to greatly alter their Windows experience and truly make the most out of their machine. Let's have a look at some of the best features that can be found in the v0.55.2 release.
Julian van der Merwe, 28 Feb 2022 19:03
Intel will eventually offer Arc Alchemist GPUs as a service. (Image source: Intel)

Intel Arc Alchemist is headed for Project Endgame, with over 4 million gaming GPUs shipping this year

Intel has finally commented on how many graphics cards it will ship this year. Supposedly to counteract the GPU shortage, Intel has also announced where its GPU business is headed under Project Endgame.
Alex Alderson, 21 Feb 2022 13:09
HP's ZBook Fury 17 G8 wastes potential

HP's ZBook Fury 17 G8 wastes potential

Mobile workstations are primarily supposed to be reliable companions for professional users and offer a lot of performance at the same time. The ZBook Fury 17 G8 basically meets these criteria, but we think HP wastes a lot of potential in terms of GPU performance.
Andreas Osthoff, 18 Feb 2022 14:42
HP ZBook Fury 17 G8 Review - Mobile Workstation with 4K DreamColor Display

90% HP ZBook Fury 17 G8 Review - Mobile Workstation with 4K DreamColor Display

Outdated concept? HP’s ZBook Fury 17 G8 is a conventional mobile workstation with powerful components. You also get a high-quality 4K Dream Color display, so the ZBook should be a good choice for content creators.
Intel Core i9-11950H, NVIDIA RTX A3000 Laptop GPU, 17.3", 2.9 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 16 Feb 2022 22:49
Upcoming Intel Xeon Sapphire Rapids processors may be "upgradeable". (Image Source: Bilibili)

DLCs for datacenters: Intel Software Defined Silicon in upcoming Xeon Sapphire Rapids locks CPU features behind a paywall

Intel could be introducing Software Defined Silicon (SDSi) with upcoming server and datacenter processors such as Xeon Sapphire Rapids. SDSi enables unlocking processor features on a pay-as-you-go basis to minimize upfront costs and enable organizations to add new features without a hardware upgrade. The Linux code for SDSi is expected to be finalized in the 5.18 kernel, which is due this Spring.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 14 Feb 2022 12:52
The Apple Macbook Pro M1. (Source: Apple.com)

4 laptops to consider if you're not a fan of MacOS but want something like a MacBook Pro

Love it or hate it, Apple has turned its MacBook line into a tech icon. In 2021, the tech giant launched an all-new line-up of MacBooks with the impressively powerful M1 series of processors. But what if you're not a fan of MacOS or you don't like Apple's stance on right to repair? Let's have a look at some alternatives.
Julian van der Merwe, 13 Feb 2022 21:12
The Spectrum monitor. (Source: Eve Devices)

Eve Devices announces an upgrade coming to pre-order customers for its Spectrum monitor - with some caveats

Eve Devices touted the Spectrum monitor as one coming with the most gamer-pleasing specs possible thanks to its 'crowd-designed' nature. Now, it has announced that one of them - the 240Hz refresh rate - is getting a bump prior to shipping. However, the good news comes with some disclaimers, not the least of which is that the rate-boost only applies to one SKU.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Feb 2022 21:53
The Windows Insider Program's new logo. (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft splits the Windows Insider Program into three channels going forward

Microsoft has announced some changes to the way in which the Windows OS will be distributed to those who need or want to experience its latest features in advance. This includes their distribution via 3 channels: Dev, Beta and the pre-existing Release Preview channels. The Redmond giant asserts that they should keep developers or enthusiasts apprised of what its engineers are up to in 2022.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Feb 2022 17:11
Photo by Florian Olivo on Unsplash

3 tech trends that took off during the pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we all live our lives. Everything from work to hobbies and habits have all had to adapt and change. Let's take a look at how tech trends have changed as our lives have changed during the pandemic.
Julian van der Merwe, 02 Feb 2022 18:21
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 G4 Laptop Review: BIOS update provides more CPU performance

89% Lenovo ThinkPad P1 G4 Laptop Review: BIOS update provides more CPU performance

On par with the vapor chamber models. In our first review of the ThinkPad P1 G4, there were problems with the performance of the Tiger Lake CPU. However, we now observe a significant performance improvement with the latest BIOS version, and the CPU performance is now on par with that of the vapor chamber models.
Intel Core i7-11800H, NVIDIA T1200 Laptop GPU, 16", 1.8 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 02 Feb 2022 11:47
The 2021 model, the Lenovo ThinkPad T15 G2, was only orderable with Intel CPUs

Lenovo confirms upcoming ThinkPad T16 will feature AMD Ryzen 6000

Lenovo has not yet announced most of their 2022 ThinkPad lineup. At CES, only the premium models of the ThinkPad X1 line and the new ThinkPad Z series were unveiled. In an unprecedented move, Lenovo has revealed some information about unannounced models - notably, the new Lenovo ThinkPad T16.
Benjamin Herzig, 21 Jan 2022 16:21
MediaTek has Wi-Fi 7 chips in the works. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek holds an inaugural Wi-Fi 7 technology demo

MediaTek has confirmed that it is working to support the roll-out of Wi-Fi 7 already. These products are projected to incorporate new and upgraded specs for improved speeds and bandwidths compared to Wi-Fi 6 or 6E. MediaTek aims to have its first examples of its new chipsets and components on the market by 2023.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Jan 2022 22:41
The HP ZBook Firefly G9 gets upgraded to Alder Lake processors. (Image Source: HP)

CES 2022 | HP announces upgraded ZBook Firefly G9 series with Intel Alder Lake and Nvidia Quadro T550 graphics

HP has announced an upgraded ZBook Firefly G9 at CES 2022. The ZBook Firefly G9 will now be available in 14 and 16-inch variants with the latest 12th gen Intel Alder Lake processors and Nvidia Quadro T550 graphics options.
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 04 Jan 2022 23:21
Five reasons to upgrade your workstation

Five reasons to upgrade your workstation

Building A Better Workstation Platform. Compute-intensive workloads continue to be mission-critical, and they’re getting more diverse. This can complicate the workstation selection process since each unique workload has nuanced performance requirements. This makes establishing a single, organization-wide performance baseline much harder. (Sponsored article.)
A‏d, 16 Dec 2021 18:26
Asus Vivobook Pro 16X pre-production unit review: Performance, endurance and mighty OLED display

Asus Vivobook Pro 16X pre-production unit review: Performance, endurance and mighty OLED display

Large laptop with filigree details A 400 cd/m² bright OLED display as well as strong hardware from Nvidia and AMD make the 16-inch Vivobook an attractive laptop together with the valuable aluminum casing. However, the tested pre-production device could only almost show a production-ready performance in the test.
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU, 16.1", 1.9 kg
Marc Herter, 15 Dec 2021 14:06
MSI's WE76 mobile workstation combines a matte 4K AdobeRGB panel with the super powerful Nvidia RTX A5000

MSI's WE76 mobile workstation combines a matte 4K AdobeRGB panel with the super powerful Nvidia RTX A5000

As a conventional mobile workstation, the MSI WE76 primarily offers a lot of performance and numerous ports. Is that enough to stand up to the established competition from Dell, HP, and Lenovo?
Andreas Osthoff, 15 Dec 2021 06:02
The paper appears to describe a next-generation GH100 HPC card (Image source: NVIDIA)

Mysterious "GPU-N" in research paper could be GH100 NVIDIA Hopper GPU with 100GB of HBM2 VRAM, 8576 CUDA Cores, and 779 TFLOPs of FP16 compute

Twitter user @Redfire75369 discovered a research paper on using low-precision GPU compute for deep learning with GPU-N. The mystery card appears to be a single-die GH100 NVIDIA Hopper GPU, offering a mammoth 779 TFLOPs of FP16 compute.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 14 Dec 2021 23:50
Samsung and IBM present a potential future for tech. (Source: Samsung, IBM)

Samsung and IBM unveil a new kind of transistor for the ultra-efficient chips of the future

Samsung and IBM have come to the ongoing IEDM 2021 International Electronic Components Conference to unveil the vertical transport field effect transistor (VTFET). It is a new property of potential next-gen chipsets that, as the two OEMs assert, might one day help build a smartphone that can last up to seven days on one charge.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Dec 2021 22:16
An allegedly leaked AMD slide for Genoa. (Source: ComputerBase)

Rumor | One Zen 4-based AMD EPYC processor could support up to 12TB of DDR5 RAM thanks to its advanced specs

AMD's next generation of EPYC processors, currently referred to as "Genoa", are tipped to support 12-channel memory. Now, it is also slated to support 1TB of DDR5 RAM via each of these channels, for a grand total of 12TB. Then again, it may be capable of doing so under certain server-grade conditions only.
Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Dec 2021 19:09
The M1 Max MacBook Pro delivered up to 5x the rendering performance of a Core i9-equipped system in Adobe LightRoom (Image source: Apple)

CNET benchmarks indicate that the Apple MacBook Pro with the M1 Max chip is up to 4.8 times faster than Intel Macs in Adobe Lightroom

A benchmark test by CNET indicates that the new Apple Silicon M1 Max-equipped MacBook is up to 5 times faster than the models featuring an Intel Core i9 CPU. This is largely down to Apple's massive gains in GPU performance, with the M1 Max delivering rendering power on par with the GeForce RTX 3060.
Arjun Krishna Lal, 12 Dec 2021 18:41
MSI WE76 in review: Mobile workstation goes for maximum performance

89% MSI WE76 in review: Mobile workstation goes for maximum performance

Nvidia RTX A5000 with 155 watts. MSI introduces the WE76, a powerful mobile workstation that is based on the GE76 gaming laptop. Besides a professional RTX GPU from Nvidia, the WE76 also impresses with a very good keyboard and a matte 4K display.
Intel Core i9-11980HK, NVIDIA RTX A5000 Laptop GPU, 17.3", 2.9 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 08 Dec 2021 03:53

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