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Graphics card makers face survival risks as Zotac warns of market pressures
Jan 28, 2026, 6:30 AM
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Unlike the crypto-mining craze driven by software, the 2026 shortage stems from a physical lack of core components impacting the entire tech industry.
Zotac Korea has issued a notice to customers warning that both memory and GPU availability are set to decline. According to the company, “memory supply will not be sufficient,” GPU shipments will also be reduced, and some graphics card models may be unavailable for an extended period. This aligns with recent reports suggesting Nvidia plans to significantly scale back GPU supply in early 2026, indicating that Nvidia’s earlier claims of “constrained” supply may have understated the situation. In short,...
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Intel debuts XeSS 3 and multi-frame generation support in new Arc driver
Jan 28, 2026, 5:00 AM
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Intel Graphics Driver 32.0.101.8425 is out, adding official Panther Lake support and XeSS 3 Multi-Frame Generation.
Intel has released a new WHQL-certified graphics driver, version 32.0.101.8425 / 32.0.101.8362, for its Arc and Core graphics products. The update introduces new hardware support and technologies, and is compatible with Alchemist and Battlemage GPUs, as well as Meteor Lake, Lunar Lake, Arrow Lake-S, Arrow Lake-H, and Intel’s latest Panther Lake processors.
The headline addition is Intel’s multi-frame generation (MFG) technology, launched as part of the XeSS 3 upscaling suite. MFG can generate up to three AI-created frames for every...
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Xbox App officially launches on ARM-based Windows 11 PCs from Microsoft
Jan 26, 2026, 9:00 AM
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Microsoft has officially launched the Xbox app for Arm-based Windows 11 PCs, finally allowing users to download and play Game Pass titles locally.
Microsoft has officially launched an ARM-compatible version of its Xbox App, bringing the Xbox PC ecosystem to ARM-based Windows 11 devices. According to Microsoft, more than 85% of the current Game Pass library already works on ARM-powered Windows 11 PCs, which is a strong start for the platform.
Although full Game Pass compatibility remains exclusive to x86-based Windows 11 systems, games that aren’t natively supported on ARM can still be accessed through Xbox Cloud Gaming. Microsoft is also actively collaborating with...
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AMD’s Halo CPUs are set for a boost with upcoming Gorgon Halo processors
Jan 25, 2026, 10:00 AM
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Zen 5 cores and RDNA 3.5 graphics power these advanced processors for high-performance gaming handhelds and mini PCs, offering better speed and memory support.
AMD’s recently revealed Ryzen AI 400 series processors, also known by the codename Gorgon Point, continue to use the same core formula as the Ryzen AI 300 lineup. This includes a mix of Zen 5 and Zen 5c CPU cores, RDNA 3.5 integrated graphics, and XDNA 2 NPUs, though with higher clock speeds and broader memory support. According to a new report from VideoCardz, AMD appears to be taking a similar approach with its Ryzen AI MAX 300...
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AMD’s Ryzen 7 9850X3D is scheduled to launch globally on January 29th
Jan 23, 2026, 6:00 AM
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Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU will arrive on January 29, bringing 5.6 GHz boost speeds to AMD's dominant 3D V-Cache lineup.
AMD has officially revealed the Ryzen 7 9850X3D at CES, positioning it as an overclocked variant of what is widely regarded as the fastest gaming CPU available today - the Ryzen 7 9800X3D. The key upgrade is a higher boost clock, which has been raised by 400 MHz to reach 5.6 GHz.
Aside from this increase, the processor retains the same specifications: 8 Zen 5 cores, 16 threads, 104MB of total cache, and a 120W TDP. As a result, the...
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AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 benchmark beats 9950X3D with massive 192MB L3 cache
Jan 20, 2026, 4:00 AM
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AMD’s Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 is nearing retail, featuring a record-breaking 192MB of L3 cache that could solidify its position as the world's best gaming CPU.
A benchmark has emerged for the anticipated AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2, a rumored dual-X3D Zen 5 processor. This CPU effectively features two of the faster X3D CCDs, doubling the design of the upcoming Ryzen 7 9850X3D to establish a new Zen 5 flagship.
While the Ryzen 9 9950X3D has AMD's X3D V-Cache on only one of its 8-core CCDs, the 9950X3D2 includes 3D V-Cache on both CCDs. This configuration results in a massive 192 MB of total L3 cache (96...
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PS5 Pro performance upgrade with PSSR 2.0 expected before the end of March
Jan 19, 2026, 5:30 PM
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Sony is reportedly preparing to launch PSSR 2.0 for the PS5 Pro this quarter, which promises to significantly improve image quality and frame rates.
The PlayStation 5 Pro, despite its market-leading power, has not achieved significant success since its November 2024 launch. Users felt its performance was underutilized, and features like the AI-powered PSSR upscaler were initially disappointing, often causing visual glitches instead of marked image quality improvements.
While the full potential of the PS5 Pro remains to be seen - for instance, with upcoming titles like Marvel's Wolverine - a significant system upgrade is reportedly coming by March. This update promises substantial...
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Core Ultra Series 3 debuts at CES with Intel’s integrated Arc B390 graphics
Jan 19, 2026, 7:00 AM
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Intel officially launched the next-generation mobile processor platform codenamed Panther Lake, commercialized under the name Intel Core Ultra Series 3.
Intel is set to challenge AMD in the popular PC handheld gaming market with its new dedicated gaming platform, announced at CES 2026. This platform is based on the Core Ultra 3 series “Panther Lake” CPUs and leverages the significant performance gains of Intel’s new ARC B-series integrated graphics.
Intel is actively collaborating with partners like Acer, MSI, GPD, and OneXPlayer on new handheld designs. It's anticipated that Intel will release dedicated Panther Lake chips specifically optimized for gaming handhelds, potentially...
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AMD unveils Ryzen AI 400 series mobile CPUs for AI-powered laptops in 2026
Jan 18, 2026, 5:00 AM
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AMD announced the Ryzen AI 400 series, codenamed "Gorgon Point," using the Zen 5 CPU architecture, RDNA 3.5 graphics, and XDNA 2 NPU.
AMD has officially announced its Ryzen AI 400 series processors, confirming that the lineup will include both mobile and desktop variants. This also means AMD is preparing to launch its first Copilot+ desktop CPUs, further expanding the availability of NPU-powered AI computing on the PC platform.
Although the Ryzen AI 400 series does not introduce brand-new CPU architectures, AMD has refined its designs to boost performance across the board. Users can expect improved CPU, GPU, and NPU performance, alongside better power...
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Geekbench listing reveals Intel Xeon 698X with 86 cores and 4.60 GHz clocks
Jan 17, 2026, 6:00 AM
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New leaks confirm the Xeon 698X will lead Intel’s next-gen workstation lineup.
A new Intel processor, widely thought to be the unreleased Xeon 698X, has appeared in a Geekbench 6.5.0 benchmark listing. Featuring 86 cores and 172 threads, this chip is clearly designed for extreme multi-threaded performance. It also reportedly includes a massive 336MB of L3 cache and a base clock speed of 4.6 GHz.
Leaked Geekbench 6.5 results show the processor scoring 2,532 points in single-core tests and 21,030 points in multi-core performance. While these figures are notably high, it’s still...
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Nvidia launches G-SYNC Pulsar to push 1,000Hz-class motion clarity esports
Jan 14, 2026, 10:00 AM
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Nvidia’s G-Sync Pulsar has officially launched, providing a solution that eliminates motion blur on Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) monitors.
NVIDIA has introduced G-SYNC Pulsar, the next evolution in its display technology, which promises ultra-smooth gameplay and motion clarity equivalent to over 1,000Hz. This new feature will soon be available in monitors from major brands including Acer, AOC, ASUS, and MSI.
G-SYNC Pulsar significantly advances NVIDIA's Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) technology, which debuted in 2013 to eliminate screen tearing and stutter. Pulsar enhances VRR by integrating advanced, variable frequency backlight strobing. This technique pulses the display's backlight in synchronization...
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Intel 290K Geekbench appearance suggests Arrow Lake refresh is coming soon
Jan 14, 2026, 9:00 AM
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The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is anticipated to succeed the 285K as Intel's premier desktop processor later this year.
A Geekbench score for Intel's Core Ultra 9 290K PLUS CPU has emerged, revealing the CPU's peak clock speed of 5.8 GHz along with additional specifications. This CPU was evaluated on a Gigabyte Z890 AORUS TACHYON ICE motherboard paired with 48GB of DDR5-8000 RAM.
According to Geekbench, Intel’s Ultra 9 285K CPU achieves a single-threaded score of 3202 and a multi-threaded score of 22580. The freshly leaked Ultra 9 290K PLUS CPU boasts a single-threaded score that's nearly 8% greater...
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