Patriot Crams 32GB of RAM Into New SODIMM Sticks

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Viper Gaming, Patriot Memory's elite gaming sub-brand, expanded its Viper Steel family today with 32GB DDR4 RAM modules available in the smaller SO-DIMM form factor as well as UDIMM.

The new memory modules retain the gunmetal grey heat spreader that has characterized the Viper Steel series thus far. The dual-channel kits are compatible with the latest Intel and AMD platforms, whether they be in a desktop PC or laptop.

The Viper


Raspberry Pi 4: Could Ubuntu Be On The Way? (Update)

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Update 6/9/2020 09:07 PT: We would like to quote that the source of this story was OMG Ubuntu .

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On the surface the Raspberry Pi 4 8GB may not have been a revolutionary release, but it has finally brought the power of a low cost 64 bit desktop computer to homes around the world. From day one the Raspberry Pi has used a Linux based operating system, initially a rather limited release of Debian


Nvidia Ampere Flagship GPU Reportedly Features Up to 24GB GDDR6X and 350W TDP

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To keep the ball rolling with the latest Nvidia Ampere leaks, German news outlet Igor's Lab has enlightened us with new and juicy details on Nvidia's next-generation GeForce RTX graphics cards. While Igor has reliable sources in the industry, it's still prudent to approach the information with a bit of caution.

As wacky as the design might seem, the alleged photographs of the GeForce RTX 3080 Founders Edition are apparently real. Igor's sources have confirmed

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Report: Apple's ARM-Mac CPU Announcement Coming at WWDC

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According to a Bloomberg report , Apple is set to announce plans to move to its own CPU designs for Macs at WWDC, the week of June 22. The CPUs are said to be ARM-based, and manufactured by TSMC at the 5nm process.

This news does not come as a total surprise, as there have long been rumors of Apple developing its own CPU design so that it can reduce its reliance on Intel.

Apple's motive to make itself more independent from


MSI MEG Z490 Ace Review: Full Featured, Robust VRM, Pricey

Our Verdict

The MSI MEG Z490 Ace brings a slew of modern connectivity, including USB 3.2 Gen2 (20 Gbps), Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201, robust high-quality power delivery, and good (though not the best) performance. It’s a viable option in the $400 range, though other boards we looked at sport similar features at slightly lower prices.

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  • Very Robust 16-Phase 90A Power Delivery
  • Three M.
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8 TB Samsung QVO SSD Mysteriously Appears on Amazon for $900

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If you're looking for an ultra-high-capacity SSD aimed primarily at storing files, you might want to keep an eye out for the upcoming Samsung 870 QVO SSDs. The 1 TB and 8 TB models have been mysteriously listed on Amazon for preorder, though few specifications are available at this time.

The parts fall under SKU numbers MZ-77Q8T0B/AM and MZ-77Q1T0B/AM for the 8


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AMD Unveils Nvidia DGX A100 Specs in Formal Announcement

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Just prior to Nvidia's online GTC keynote, a trademark filing looked to refer to the company's next-generation Ampere-based DGX system called the A100. The keynote confirmed the arrival of this system, but full specifications weren't available yet -- we knew about the Ampere A100 GPUs, but CPU information was still missing. Now, Nvidia has given AMD the honor of sharing the last bits of the spec sheet in a formal announcement

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Get a 75Hz Gaming Monitor for the Price of Two Games

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Newegg is selling Acer’s budget Nitro gaming series VG240Y bmiix monitor is for even cheaper than usual now, cutting $60.00 off its usual price tag to bring it down to $119.99 . That’s a savings of 33%.

For the price of two brand new AAA video games, this monitor might not be one of the best gaming monitors on the market, but it’s certainly one of the

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Best Cheap CPUs of 2020, Tested and Ranked

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It's a good time to buy a cheap CPU. AMD's current Ryzen 3000 and Athlon processors (including the unlocked $49 Athlon 3000G ) have shaken up the low-cost landscape. So now you can find quad-core models with gaming-capable integrated graphics for a mere $100, and the Athlon lineup now dips below 50 bucks (although it's not always easy to find the 200

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Beat the Heat With the 2020 Best PC Builds Winners

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The Tom’s Hardware community submitted and voted, and now it’s time to reveal our latest Best PC Builds. Periodically, we put our readers and forum posters to the test, showing off their PC building skills in a friendly competition designed to distillate their vast knowledge in a variety of budget categories.

Our members have a natural talent for finding the best prices on the best quality components, and this time around is no exception. Many of your submissions would make