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Some Intel Nova Lake CPUs may finally provide an answer to AMD’s 3D V-Cache

Specifications for two Nova Lake CPUs include references to a feature that could greatly increase L3 cache pools on Intel chips.

PS5 developer claims Sony is “concerned” about liquid metal causing console failures

A developer in communication with Sony says that PlayStation 5 manufacturer is concerned about problems stemming from liquid metal.

Nvidia RTX 5050 takes on Intel Arc B580 with matching price tag

Launching with a starting price of $249, Nvidia is taking aim at the budget market that Intel Arc B580 has occupied alone for a while.

Steam Controller 2 is unofficially here thanks to a modular mod

Modder TommyB crafts a DIY Steam Controller 2 by repurposing a Steam Deck, creating the ultimate PC controller Valve fans have long awaited.

Intel Arc GPUs gain 20% compute performance when disabling security mitigations

Disabling Intel graphics security mitigations for OpenCL and Level Zero can yield a 20% performance boost on Ubuntu packages.

Noctua presents its new 120mm fans with refined blade geometry

Noctua introduces its next-gen NF-A12x25 G2 120mm fans, featuring redesigned LCP blades and a new motor for even quieter operation.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 8GB launch aims for July 1

Leaks suggest Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 desktop graphics cards are just around the corner, but short-notice shipments may delay reviews.

MSI launches limited edition Toy Story PC parts but you probably can’t play with them

Celebrating the 30th anniversary of Toy Story, MSI has teamed up with Disney Pixar to release a collection of themed PC components.

AMD RDNA 4 shows big IPC gains where Nvidia Blackwell stagnates

AMD efforts come to light as its latest RDNA 4 graphics architecture delivers up to 20% rasterised IPC uplift compared to RDNA 3.