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Steam Machine would be 15.3% faster in Baldur’s Gate 3 if it didn’t have single-channel memory

Valve’s Steam Machine leaves some performance on the table in CPU-heavy games, as shown by tests using dual-channel DDR5 RAM.

Arctic’s new Freezer 4U-Altra can cool a 350W server CPU while consuming just 2.88W

Arctic introduces Freezer 4U-Altra direct-touch CPU air cooler for LGA4926 servers and workstations with a hefty launch discount.

Nvidia potentially cans GeForce RTX 5050 9GB as RTX 3060 12GB takes centre stage

There likely won't be a GeForce RTX 5050 9GB refresh after all, as we head deep into 2026 without any new 50 Series GPU releases to speak of.

AOC’s new budget gaming monitor hits 260Hz for a surprisingly low price

The AOC Gaming 25G4ZR targets esports players, promising a 260Hz overclocked refresh rate and FHD resolution for just £129.99

Yikes, AMD EXPO ULL RAM debuts at $1,099, and that’s just for a 32GB CL26 kit

AMD EXPO Ultra Low Latency memory hits retail with G.Skill’s Trident Z5 NeoX DDR5 series, offering much tighter tertiary timings but at a huge premium.

Steam Frame compatibility ratings have appeared on two Valve games

Day of Defeat and Portal 2 have received an official Steam Frame compatibility rating from Valve.

PlayStation 6 reportedly now costs Sony $960 to make, as RAM and storage prices bite hard

The cost of materials needed to make the PS6 has reportedly climbed by $200 in just three months, and that's before you factor in any sales margins.

52-core Intel Nova Lake CPU could draw over 474W, according to leak

Flagship Intel Nova Lake CPU may pull 474W during its short-duration PL2 boost mode, so it may well need some serious cooling power.

Lenovo says RAM prices will “probably never” return to 2025 levels

Lenovo has issued a 'RAMageddon Survival Guide' and says we should expect a "new normal" for RAM prices from 2030 onwards.