Aqua Computer AMPINEL, $79 device that ‘could’ save your GPU

It’s crazy that something like this even exists.

If you’re in the market for a high-end GeForce RTX 5090 powered by the modern 12V-2×6 connector, it may be worth looking at warranty coverage and whether an extra layer of protection makes sense. This 575 W+ graphics card has not seen as many faulty or melted connectors as its predecessor, and it’s

Intel officially lists new CPU core architectures for next-gen CPUs

Nova Lake for client and Diamond Rapids for data-centers.

Intel has confirmed the core architectures that will power its next wave of consumer and server CPUs. The details were published in the company’s latest ISA Extensions Reference, confirming on what to expect from the upcoming Nova Lake and Diamond Rapids families. On the consumer side, Nova Lake will combine new Coyote Cove performance cores with Arctic Wolf efficiency cores, replacing the Cougar Cove and Darkmont combination that debuts

RTX 3080 20GB card for gamers features PNY 4090 cooler and fancy box, costs $around 447

Chinese company “Fengpo” has introduced a GeForce RTX 3080 graphics card with 20GB of memory (the card normally has 10GB). Such a configuration was never officially released by NVIDIA, though the company had considered 20GB options for the 3080 series that were ultimately scrapped. At some point, Chinese AI GPU firms that

MSI first to acknowledge Zen 6 on AM5 socket?

The existing 800-series motherboards will support ‘future CPUs’, confirms MSI rep on official Discord.

While AMD is keeping quiet on the possibility of Zen 6 support for the AM5 socket, the hints dropped about long-term support, potentially matching that of AM4, clearly suggest that next-generation desktop CPUs will work with the same socket and chipsets.

The information was shared by MSI representative Jason on Discord in response to questions about one

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MSI Afterburner 4.6.6 stable release released

The MSI Afterburner needs no introduction, but despite its popularity, the software has not received a major stable update in more than two years. The official thread for Afterburner has offered beta builds during this time, which added important improvements for RTX 50 series cards and Radeon RX 9000 GPUs, even though the latter are not sold under MSI’s branding.

According to the developer, Unwinder, version 4.6.6 has now reached release candidate

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LG’s first 6K Thunderbolt 5 monitor to cost $1999

LG is preparing to launch its UltraFine 32U990A, a 31.5-inch 6K professional monitor equipped with Thunderbolt 5 connectivity. Originally announced at CES 2025, the display is now opening for pre-orders, with US availability starting on September 30 at $1,999.99.

The UltraFine 32U990A is not a gaming monitor