Samsung shows 512GB DDR5-7200 modules
Published in PC Hardware
Monday, 23 August 2021 15:45

Samsung shows 512GB DDR5-7200 modules


For server and enterprise

During the Hot Chips conference, Samsung's memory division has given a bit more details about the upcoming DDR5 memory, showing a 512GB DDR5 module running at DDR5-7200.

Intel shows its Xe-HPG roadmap and details the Arc Alchemist GPU
Published in Graphics


Shows Intel Xe SS (Super Sampling) as well

During its 2021 Architecture Day Intel gave a few more details about its upcoming Intel Arc GPUs, including the full roadmap, more details about the Arc Alchemist GPU, as well as the Intel Xe SS (Super Sampling) technology.

Google Pixel 5a is an updated Pixel 4a 5G
Published in Mobiles
Tuesday, 17 August 2021 23:12

Google Pixel 5a is an updated Pixel 4a 5G


Larger screen and larger battery for $449

Google has now finally unveiled the Pixel 5a, a slight update from the Pixel 4a 5G smartphone, with a slightly larger screen, IP67 rating, and a larger battery, all for $449.

Intel introduces its new Arc brand for graphics products
Published in Graphics


Will cover hardware, software, and services  

Intel pulled a rather neat surprise today unveiling its new Intel Arc brand for its upcoming consumer high-performance graphics products, including the upcoming Xe HPG 1st generation graphics card (DG2), as well as future Intel graphics products.

Powercolor has three RX 6600 XT versions
Published in Graphics
Thursday, 12 August 2021 14:13

Powercolor has three RX 6600 XT versions


RX 6600 XT Fighter to sell at $379 MSRP

As expected, Powercolor has announced its Radeon RX 6600 XT lineup, which features three SKUs. These include RX 6600 XT Fighter, RX 6600 XT Hellhound, and the RX 6600 XT Red Devil.

Some AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT reviews are out
Published in Graphics
Tuesday, 10 August 2021 19:14

Some AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT reviews are out


Review roundup: High price still plagues the graphics card market

Some reviews for the new AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT graphics card have finally gone live and while the performance is solid, the high price tag (even MSRP) leaves a bitter aftertaste. Based on AMD's Navi 23 GPU, the RX 6600 XT packs 2048 Stream Processors and comes with 8GB of GDDR6 memory on a rather narrow 128-bit memory interface.

Xiaomi officially unveils the Mi Mix 4
Published in Mobiles
Tuesday, 10 August 2021 17:59

Xiaomi officially unveils the Mi Mix 4


Snapdragon 888+, AMOLED screen, under-display camera, and more

Xiaomi has now finally unveiled its next Mi Mix smartphone, the Mi Mix 4, which will sport some new features, like an under-display camera, as well as other high-end features, like AMOLED screen, Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 888+ SoC, fast battery charging, and more.

Aya Neo 2021 Pro handheld to cost $1,215
Published in Gaming
Monday, 09 August 2021 13:33

Aya Neo 2021 Pro handheld to cost $1,215


Ryzen 7 APU and more storage space

Aya Neo has announced an updated version of its handheld console at the Chinajoy 2021 event, giving it a bit more performance with Ryzen 7 4800U APU and more storage space, as well as a slightly higher price tag.

AMD launches Radeon Pro W6000X series GPUs for Apple Mac Pro
Published in Graphics


Including a dual-GPU Radeon Pro W6800X Duo

AMD has brought a big update to the Apple Mac Pro system by introducing the new Radeon Pro W6000X series graphics cards, with all three SKUs, the Radeon Pro W6900X, Radeon Pro W6800X, and the Radeon Pro W6800X Duo, based on the RNDA2 Navi 21 GPU.

AMD officially announces Radeon RX 6600 XT
Published in Graphics


7nm Navi 23 GPU with 2,048 SPs

AMD has announced its newest Radeon RX 6600 XT graphics card, the latest addition to the RDNA2-based graphics card. AMD is marketing the Radeon RX 6600 XT as a perfect graphics card for "high refresh rate 1080p gaming", and compares this $379-priced card with the Nvidia GTX 1060.