Latest articles, news and analysis in the GPU category.
GMKtec has introduced its first Intel Core Ultra 7 256V-based mini-PC, the NucBox K13, combining high-speed networking, AI acceleration, and expandable storage in a compact form factor. Starting at $669, it targets professionals and gamers seeking a balance between power and portability.
NVIDIA’s CEO Jensen Huang has confirmed the arrival of its long-awaited AI PC chip in the second half of 2026, co-developed with MediaTek and targeting power-efficient, high-performance edge computing. The N1/N1X SoCs, built on TSMC’s 3nm process, will support Windows on ARM and may include an integ...
A new report suggests Apple’s next-generation M5 Pro and M5 Max chips could launch in March, leveraging a new packaging method to cut production costs amid rising DRAM prices. The move could also address thermal challenges faced by the M5 series.
Apple’s traditional launch timing advantage may vanish this year, with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and MediaTek’s Dimensity 9600 flagship chips arriving in the same month as the iPhone 18—potentially forcing Android brands to match Apple’s speed for the first time.
A live-streamed meltdown of an MSI GeForce RTX 4090 Gaming Trio’s power connector—captured mid-game—reveals persistent risks with NVIDIA’s 12vHPWR standard, even after revisions. Industry experts warn that third-party cables and improper seating remain critical failure points.
The NVIDIA Shield TV, now in its second decade, remains a rare example of long-term hardware support—while internal ambitions for a gaming console never materialized. A look at why the platform persists and what it reveals about NVIDIA’s engineering culture.
Arcee has released Trinity Large, a 400-billion-parameter model trained in just 33 days on a $20 million budget—a feat that upends conventional AI development timelines. By leveraging sparsity and mixture-of-experts architecture, the model challenges the dominance of resource-heavy alternatives whil...
The 94-year-old founder of TSMC, Morris Chang, made a public appearance for the first time in over a year, meeting NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang in Taipei. Their decades-long partnership—rooted in a pivotal bet on TSMC’s manufacturing prowess—remains critical as AI demand strains global chip supply chains...
A single 128GB DDR5 server-grade module is now priced at $3,500, while consumer kits have jumped from $100 to over $400. The latest price spikes are reshaping PC builds and forcing buyers to reconsider memory investments.
A new leak reveals Sony’s PlayStation Portal may get an OLED refresh in 2026, while a standalone PlayStation 6 portable could pack AMD’s RDNA 5 architecture—marking a major shift from current RDNA 4 designs. Here’s what power users need to know.
NVIDIA’s latest GPU driver update (v591.59) patches four high-severity vulnerabilities across RTX 5090, 5080, and legacy GPUs that could enable remote code execution or denial-of-service attacks. Users running older drivers are advised to update immediately.
AMD’s next-gen CPU chiplet architecture takes a bold leap forward with a 12-core CCD, doubling core count and cache while shifting to TSMC’s 2nm process. The move signals a direct challenge to Intel’s cache-heavy designs—and hints at future X3D processors with up to 288MB L3 cache.
Western Digital’s flagship SSDs have seen dramatic price hikes, with the SN8100 1TB now priced at $366 and the 8TB model soaring to $2,920—making high-capacity storage one of the most expensive components in a high-end PC build.
AMD’s next-gen Zen 6 CCD will pack 12 cores and 48MB L3 cache on TSMC’s 2nm node, maintaining a die size nearly identical to Zen 5 despite doubling core density. The move underscores TSMC’s N2 process efficiency and sets the stage for a major desktop and server performance leap.
NVIDIA’s latest driver update, version 582.28 WHQL, targets Maxwell, Pascal, and Volta-era GPUs no longer supported by Game Ready releases. The patch addresses high-severity vulnerabilities in display drivers, vGPU software, and HD Audio, with no performance or gaming improvements included. Admins m...
China’s YMTC is ramping up production at its $3 billion Wuhan facility to meet surging AI-driven demand for NAND flash, targeting 270-layer 3D NAND—a leap that could reshape storage supply chains despite U.S. export restrictions.
The Galleon 100 SD isn’t just a keyboard—it’s a command center for gamers, streamers, and productivity-driven users. With 8K polling, customizable LCD macros, and integrated Stream Deck functionality, it redefines input devices. But can it justify its $349.99 price for those who don’t need every fea...
Intel’s latest mobile architecture isn’t just a performance leap—it’s a challenge to the boundaries between mini-PCs and DIY builds, with integrated graphics that could rival dedicated GPUs like the RTX 5060. The implications for efficiency, cost, and design flexibility are profound.
