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Higround, a leader in premium gaming peripherals, has unveiled a limited-edition collection celebrating the advancement of "gaming as art" in collaboration with Minecraft, the sandbox game beloved by players around the world. The collaboration brings the art and creativity of Minecraft players into our lives, inviting gamers to explore and express themselves through a range of expertly crafted peripherals.

The Higround x Minecraft collaboration proves that games can be used as a creative medium and as art. The collection highlights the Basecamp 65, Summit 65 and Performance 65 keyboards, along with matching mousepads and other accessories. Each product features iconic artwork from the blocky world of Minecraft, capturing the essence of its colorful worlds, characters and creatures.https://tpucdn.com/img/7rp6rWbwv2RlZ20e_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/7rp6rWbwv2RlZ20e.jpg)
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In case you missed it, we're about to enter the last week of May and soon summer is here. It's a pretty busy release for new games, even though there are no AAA releases, there are still plenty of interesting new games being released. This week's major release involves not getting sacrificed to the gods. The rest of this weeks' releases range from being the saviour of Persia to being in charge of Titans and that's just the first two releases. This is followed by taking the reins of a martial arts cat, exploring the black priory and racing F1 cars. Hopefully we've managed to cover most bases this week, but there's always next week for those of you that didn't see anything that tickled your fancy.

Soulmask (https://mask.qoolandgames.com/) / This week's major release / Friday 31 May
Soulmask is a sandbox game that prioritizes an authentic survival experience. As the "last one" blessed with the mysterious mask, players will grapple for survival in a primitive land steeped in mysterious faiths, carving out a path to ascendance. Start from nothing, explore, build, recruit tribesmen to fortify your clan, and ultimately unravel the mysterious truths hidden behind the civilizations of this world. Steam Link (https://store.steampowered.com/app/2646460/Soulmask/)https://tpucdn.com/img/feUsYMuMJnb63Uxl_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/feUsYMuMJnb63Uxl.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/m3SVVyYwV6rOOL0m_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/m3SVVyYwV6rOOL0m.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/B25wg7vUYO1Rq373_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/B25wg7vUYO1Rq373.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QjcBLvkuh7ugtVs4_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QjcBLvkuh7ugtVs4.jpg)
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Merely two weeks ago, we published (https://www.techpowerup.com/322232/amd-ryzen-ai-9-hx170-surfaces-suggests-new-naming-scheme-for-ultraportable-processors) a story on AMD possibly preparing a new processor naming scheme for its ultraportable segment next-generation processors. Today, various trustful Chinese sources reported that AMD changed its mind again, that the Ryzen AI 100 series naming scheme was dropped, and now we should prepare for the Ryzen AI 300. If this turns out to be true, then AMD Strix Point will launch as Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and Ryzen AI 9 365 (assuming AMD does not change the naming scheme again).https://tpucdn.com/img/L5OLuqjodezx151H_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/L5OLuqjodezx151H.jpg)

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According to Reuters, NVIDIA is having some major issues with Samsung's HBM3 chips, as NVIDIA hasn't managed to finalise its validations of the chips. Reuters are citing multiple sources that are familiar with the matter and it seems like Samsung is having some serious issues with its HMB3 chips if the sources are correct. Not only do the chips run hot, which itself is a big issue due to NVIDIA already having issues cooling some of its higher-end products, but the power consumption is apparently not where it should be either. Samsung is said to have tried to get its HBM3 and HBM3E parts validated by NVIDIA since sometime in 2023 according to Reuter's sources, which suggests that there have been issues for at least six months, if not longer.

The sources claim there are issues with both the 8- and 12-layer stacks of HMB3E parts from Samsung, suggesting that NVIDIA might only be able to supply parts from Micron and SK Hynix for now, the latter whom has been supplying HBM3 chips to NVIDIA since the middle of 2022 and HBM3E chips since March of this year. It's unclear if this is a production issue at Samsung's DRAM Fabs, a packaging related issue or something else entirely. The Reuter's piece goes on to speculating about Samsung not having had enough time to develop its HBM parts compared its competitors and that it's a rushed product, but Samsung issued a statement to the publication that it's a matter of customising the product for its customer's needs. Samsung also said that it's "the process of optimising its products through close collaboration with customers" without going into which customer(s). Samsung issued a further statement saying that "claims of failing due to heat and power consumption are not true" and that testing was going as expected.https://tpucdn.com/img/8Hoq4jRTd9KzKK0a_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/8Hoq4jRTd9KzKK0a.jpg)

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Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) is pleased to announce its participation in the COMPUTEX 2024 show in Taipei, Taiwan, from June 4 to 7, 2024. ECS will showcase a wide range of motherboards designed for light gaming, commercial, and vertical markets, alongside the comprehensive LIVA mini-PC and fanless box PC, as well as intelligent EV charging solutions.

COMPUTEX 2024 visitors will find ECS in Nangang Hall 1, on the fourth floor, in booth M0604, from June 4-7, 2024. Visitors can see live demos of products at the ECS booth.https://tpucdn.com/img/8xPErKr25tfw6KY2_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/8xPErKr25tfw6KY2.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/X4GvAMWAXSOnPVDV_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/X4GvAMWAXSOnPVDV.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Bqw3rYw9gz39kfUy_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Bqw3rYw9gz39kfUy.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/gFucvJQjdpEvv0oM_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/gFucvJQjdpEvv0oM.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/K4zJcVqdSzJrOIBS_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/K4zJcVqdSzJrOIBS.jpg)
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The US Trade Representative (USTR) under Biden administration is preparing to reinstate tariffs on certain technology products imported from China, including GPUs and motherboards. The 25% duties, initially imposed by the Trump administration in 2019 but later suspended, are being revived as part of broader efforts to address concerns over China's economic and trade practices. The tariffs are intended to protect American companies from what the administration describes as unfair Chinese trade actions like intellectual property theft and forced technology transfers that undermine U.S. competitiveness. While no specific effective date was provided, the reinstated tariffs are expected to impact major Chinese computing component suppliers significantly. The revival of the Trump-era tariffs marks a reversal from the previous administration's move to temporarily suspend the duties in 2020 as a goodwill gesture during broader trade negotiations with Beijing.

However, those talks ultimately stalled amid the COVID-19 pandemic and rising bilateral tensions over economic and national security issues. Industry groups have expressed concerns that reviving the tariffs could disrupt tech supply chains, increase costs for U.S. companies and consumers, and potentially invite further Chinese retaliation. The tariffs would apply to GPUs, motherboards and other computing components assembled in China regardless of whether the raw components themselves originated from the country. With tensions already elevated over issues like Taiwan and advanced semiconductor production, the tariff announcement could set the stage for further economic friction between the world's two largest economies absent a negotiated resolution on tech trade.https://tpucdn.com/img/wToVxtvWPWkYFl9T_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/wToVxtvWPWkYFl9T.jpg)

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Rokid has announced the launch of its new AR device, the Rokid AR Lite, on Kickstarter, marking the first AR glasses powered by the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 Mobile Platform. This integration brings the power and versatility of a mid-range smartphone into an AR device, opening up a new chapter in the industry.

Priced at USD $749, with early backers able to purchase it for USD $499, the Rokid AR Lite offers an accessible entry point into advanced AR technology. The versatility of Rokid AR Lite makes it suitable for various activities, including entertainment, work, and productivity tasks. It supports video conferencing, document editing, navigation, and photo-taking, enhancing user experiences across different scenarios.https://tpucdn.com/img/melq7yjicxMrfp1e_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/melq7yjicxMrfp1e.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/rPcstFw0c1BSGdfK_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/rPcstFw0c1BSGdfK.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/AAsHOFE15KIbbifd_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/AAsHOFE15KIbbifd.jpg)
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GUNNIR unveiled the Photon Arc A770 and Arc A750 Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree special edition graphics cards. The two cards are based on the Arc 7-series Photon OC (https://www.techpowerup.com/303845/gunnir-outs-16gb-arc-a770-photon-graphics-card-with-triple-fan-cooler) triple-fan common board design GUNNIR launched in 2023. You get a themed backplate, and gold-colored embellishments on the front-side of the card, such as the three fan hubcaps, and the illuminated brand notch. At this point it's not clear if the special edition package include a copy of the game. The Photon OC Arc A770 is the variant with the 17.5 Gbps 16 GB GDDR6 memory, while the A750 is the one with 8 GB of 16 Gbps GDDR6. It's not clear if this card will be globally available.https://tpucdn.com/img/ZJMXGZyZV9nDnULL_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ZJMXGZyZV9nDnULL.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/yWXdl4H1l5VXWiIh_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/yWXdl4H1l5VXWiIh.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/dF3PksTxl29cCeEr_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/dF3PksTxl29cCeEr.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ZO0YYGrukJQh2wte_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ZO0YYGrukJQh2wte.jpg)

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GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, and hardware solutions, introduced the latest all-round B650E AORUS PRO X USB4 motherboard. Built-in with Dual USB4 ports and comprehensive leading features, B650E AORUS PRO X USB4 enables users to enjoy the most affordable next-gen AM5 platform in advance.

With blisteringly fast and reliable transfer speeds, extensive compatibility, efficient charging, and ultra-HD display connectivity, USB4 has evidently become an essential specification on the coming next-gen AM5 platform. Among the increasing number of USB4-ready devices on the market, the B650E AORUS PRO X USB4 exclusively features dual native USB4 ports, providing up to 40 Gbps on each port with support for all Ryzen processors. Uniquely, this total 40 Gbps bandwidth can be fully used for data transferring, unlike Thunderbolt 4, which shares bandwidth between data and video. Aside from the full 40 Gbps USB4, B650E AORUS PRO X USB4 also offers superb connectivity with Wi-Fi 7 using GIGABYTE's Ultra-High Gain antenna and 2.5 GbE LAN.https://tpucdn.com/img/XsHkY2NfUmIdVNlM_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/XsHkY2NfUmIdVNlM.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/MIlxf05xXcrfFtEX_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/MIlxf05xXcrfFtEX.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/4J3VdDSFV0JtHnQ2_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/4J3VdDSFV0JtHnQ2.jpg)
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V-Color Technology Inc. is excited to announce its participation at COMPUTEX 2024, one of the most significant events in the technology calendar. From June 4th to June 7th, visitors can find v-color on the first floor of Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1 (TaiNEX 1), booth number J0418, where will be showcasing their memory solutions and innovations.

At COMPUTEX 2024, v-color will feature live demonstrations of their new OC-RDIMMs (Overclocking Registered DIMMs) for workstations, achieving impressive speeds of 8000 MT/s. These demonstrations will highlight the power and reliability of the memory modules when paired with the latest AMD Threadripper PRO 7000 series processors on TRX50 and WRX90 motherboards. This showcase is set to be a must-see for professionals and enthusiasts, opening a new future for workstation performance and AI development.https://tpucdn.com/img/Q5E0OY6Pkj7d409W_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Q5E0OY6Pkj7d409W.jpg)
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Samsung Foundry business is set to announce its technology roadmap and plans to strengthen the foundry ecosystem at the Foundry and SAFE Forum in Silicon Valley from June 12 to 13. Notably, Samsung is expected to advance its 1 nm process mass production plan, originally scheduled for 2027, to 2026. This move could look like a surprise since recent rumors (denied by Samsung) emerged about HBM3 and HBM3E chips running too hot (https://www.techpowerup.com/322803/nvidia-reportedly-having-issues-with-samsungs-hbm3-chips-running-too-hot) and failing to be validated by NVIDIA.

Previously, Samsung successfully mass-produced the world's first 3 nm wafer foundry in June 2022. The company plans to start mass production of its second-generation 3 nm process in 2024 and 2 nm process in 2025. Speculations suggest Samsung may integrate these nodes and potentially begin mass-producing 2 nm chips as early as the second half of 2024. In comparison, rival TSMC aims to reach the A16 node (1.6 nm) in 2027 and start mass production of its 1.4 nm process around 2027-2028.https://tpucdn.com/img/KdOCFOipvTiW2Dxg_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/KdOCFOipvTiW2Dxg.jpg)

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There's more than one way to train to be an IT professional. While a formal degree may open many doors, there are still credible resources you can access on your own for much less than the price of tuition. CompTIA is a non-profit trade association through which you can get certified in IT skills. It's not the same as a degree, but it could get you into an entry-level position or work as the foundation for your ongoing education, and you can study to get certified using this comprehensive CompTIA online course bundle while it's on sale for $59.97 until 5/31.

This bundle gives you unlimited access to 15 courses and a total of 262 hours of instruction that you can study whenever you want. Courses cover a broad range of topics from basic overviews of the IT industry to focused lectures on networks, servers, using Linux, and the fundamentals of cloud computing.

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In response to the unstoppable AI trend, MSI, the global leader in AI PCs, gaming and AIoT solutions, is set to display our revolution: the AI era of computing, spanning AI-driven hardware to transformative software solutions in the prestige event. MSI's booth at COMPUTEX 2024 will run the gamut, featuring the novel AI-ready PCs, exclusive offline text-to-image tool AI ARTIST, diverse GPU platform servers G4101 and G4201, the newly debuted S2301 CXL memory expansion server and so much more.

On top of that, our award-winning lineup covers: AI laptop, MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo, COMPUTEX Best Choice Golden Award Winner; MSI Claw, honored with both the 2024 COMPUTEX Best Choice Award and the Red Dot Design Award, along with the Modern AM273Q AI PC, recipient of the Best Choice Award. "In the AI era of computing, MSI remains committed to meeting the diverse needs of our global clientele. We are confident that our range of AI-enhanced hardware, software, and solutions will help individuals and businesses create new value within the AI realm," said Sam Chern, MSI Marketing Vice President. Prepare to be dazzled as you step into MSI's booth #M0806 and uncover the infinite possibilities of our full AI lineup.https://tpucdn.com/img/g2ApZ8siv4qP9XIC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/g2ApZ8siv4qP9XIC.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/k9kkC8x4rA4dylHx_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/k9kkC8x4rA4dylHx.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/V44H8kWHnekq73Tt_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/V44H8kWHnekq73Tt.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/MQMaGuMlcVVkhwuK_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/MQMaGuMlcVVkhwuK.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/FfH24Th7QI5XoS8O_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/FfH24Th7QI5XoS8O.jpg)
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MSI, a world leader in AI PC and AIoT solutions, is going to participate in COMPUTEX 2024 from 6/4 to 6/7. With cutting-edge skills, MSI's AIoT team has been focusing on product development and hardware-software integration for AI applications in recent years, achieving great results on application development in various fields. MSI will create an exclusive exhibition area for Smart City to introduce AIoT application scenarios which have five topics including AI & Datacenter, Automation, Industrial Solutions, Commercial Solutions, and Automotive Solutions.

The most iconic products this year are diverse GPU platforms for AI markets and a new CXL (Compute Express Link) memory expansion server which was developed by the cooperation of key players in the CXL technology field, including AMD, Samsung, and Micron. Besides, the latest Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) powered by NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin is also one of the major highlights. For new energy vehicles, we will first disclose the complete AC/DC chargers coupled with MSI E-Connect dashboard (EMS) and AI-powered car recognition applications to show the one-stop service of HW/SW integration.https://tpucdn.com/img/qWB96OeWKbhM237d_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/qWB96OeWKbhM237d.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/mMbBQrkEP4b6sBoz_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mMbBQrkEP4b6sBoz.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/fRxMtW8dHE82Juju_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/fRxMtW8dHE82Juju.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/S2lqWFQuMmkWRoGo_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/S2lqWFQuMmkWRoGo.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/nADDBpWqAvr4rItG_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/nADDBpWqAvr4rItG.jpg)
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Shopping for a new desktop computer is equal parts gauging its price and determining how much space it'll occupy. A standout candidate is this ECS LIVA mini desktop. It takes up less than five by five inches on your desk and it's only $99.99 (reg. $219). A desktop computer that's small but mighty: This ECS LIVA runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c processor and 4 GB of RAM. You might not be familiar with this type of processor because it was originally intended for testing Snapdragon (ARM) apps on Windows 10 Home 64-bit OS, but its instant-on performance and fanless design are great for users with basic processing needs.

While the ECS LIVA has 64 GB of built-in storage, you could easily add an external hard drive for more space. Though, standard users might not even need to do that. This mini desktop won't even take up five square inches on your desk. Its exact dimensions are 4.69 by 4.59 by 1.38 inches, making it smaller than the Mac minis currently available on Apple's website. Your purchase also includes a minimum 1-year warranty, since this is a brand-new device. Enjoy added peace of mind during your first year of computing.

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NVIDIA's GeForce "Blackwell" generation of gaming GPUs will stick to being traditional monolithic die chips. The company will not build its next generation of chips as either disaggregated devices, or multi-chip modules. Kopite7kimi, a reliable source with NVIDIA leaks, says that the largest GPU in the generation, the "GB202," is based on a physically monolithic design. The GB202 is expected to power the flagship GeForce RTX 5090 (or RTX 4090 successor), and if NVIDIA sticking to traditional chip design for this, then it's unlikely that smaller GPUs will be any different.

In contrast, AMD started building disaggregated devices with its current RDNA 3 generation, with its top two chips, the "Navi 31" and "Navi 32," being disaggregated chips. An interesting rumor suggests that team red's RDNA 4 generation will see a transition from disaggregated chips to multi-chip modules—packages that contain multiple fully-integrated GPU dies. Back to the green camp, and NVIDIA is expected to use an advanced 4 nm-class node for its GeForce "Blackwell" GPUs.https://tpucdn.com/img/scZyBR1USMVgyjda_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/scZyBR1USMVgyjda.jpg)

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MediaTek today announced the Dimensity 7300 and the Dimensity 7300X, a pair of ultra-efficient 4 nm chips for high-tech mobile offerings. Providing best-in-class power efficiency and excellent performance, the Dimensity 7300 chipsets enable effortless multitasking, superior photography, accelerated gaming, and AI-enhanced computing; additionally, the Dimensity 7300X is designed with flip-style foldable devices in mind, providing support for dual displays.

Both MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipsets have an octa-core CPU consisting of 4X Arm Cortex-A78 cores operating at up to 2.5 GHz paired with 4X Arm Cortex-A55 cores. The 4 nm process provides up to 25% lower power consumption in the A78 cores compared to the Dimensity 7050. The CPU works together with the latest Arm Mali-G615 GPU and a suite of MediaTek HyperEngine optimizations to accelerate gaming experiences. In comparison to competitor alternatives, the Dimensity 7300 series offers 20% faster FPS and 20% improved energy efficiency. To further enhance gaming experiences, the new chips utilize smart resource optimization, optimize 5G and Wi-Fi game connections, and support Bluetooth LE Audio technology with Dual-Link True Wireless Stereo Audio.https://tpucdn.com/img/58IIt6bEWWIuAbIw_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/58IIt6bEWWIuAbIw.jpg)
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Microsoft on Wednesday made the DirectSR API Preview available to game developers through the DirectX GitHub. The API aims to simplify implementation of super-resolution technologies with games. A super-resolution technology renders your game at a lower resolution that your display resolution, and upscales it to your display resolution using intelligent upscalers that attempt to reconstruct details lost to the process. This yields a significant gain in performance from the lower render resolution, and lets you max out game settings—something you could only do if your hardware was up to it. By default, DirectSR provides an upscaling technology based on AMD FSR 2.2, but the API looks for the best available technology available with the graphics drivers that are supported by the game. All three discrete GPU makers responded positively to DirectSR.https://tpucdn.com/img/MM6QXrXN1Z53k0ck_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/MM6QXrXN1Z53k0ck.jpg)

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In addition to its two new CPU cores, Arm has announced three new GPU cores, namely the Immortalis-G925, Mali-G725 and Mali-G625. Starting from the top, the Immortalis-G925 is said to bring up to 37 percent better performance at 30 percent lower power usage compared to last year's Immortalis-G720 GPU core, whilst having two additional GPU cores in the test scenario. It's also said to bring up to 52 percent better ray tracing performance and up to 36 percent improved inference in AI/ML workloads. It's also been given a big overhaul when it comes to ray tracing—due to it being aimed towards gaming phones—and Arm claims that it can either offer up to 52 percent increased performance by reducing the accuracy in scenes with intricate objects, or 27 percent more performance with maintained accuracy.

The Immortalis-G925 supports 50 percent more shader cores and it supports configurations of up to 24 cores, compared to 16 cores for the Immortalis-G720. The Mali-G725 will be available with between six and nine cores, whereas the Mali-G625 will sport between one and five cores. The Mali-G625 is intended for smartwatches and entry-level mobile devices where a more complex GPU might not be suitable due to power draw. The Mali-G725 on the other hand is targeting upper mid-range devices and the Immortalis-G925 is aimed towards flagship devices or gaming phones as mentioned above. In related news, Arm said it's working with Epic Games to get its Unreal Engine 5 desktop renderer up and running on Android, which could lead to more complex games on mobile devices.https://tpucdn.com/img/i4RL8luNkeYlxPlT_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/i4RL8luNkeYlxPlT.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/FKsajvQJCi6GeZDs_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/FKsajvQJCi6GeZDs.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/1ucnAuGIHTPqJF94_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/1ucnAuGIHTPqJF94.jpg)

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More than 500 games and applications feature RTX technologies, and each week new games integrating NVIDIA DLSS, NVIDIA Reflex and advanced ray-traced effects are released or announced, delivering the definitive PC experience for GeForce RTX players. Last week, the stunningly-rendered, critically-acclaimed Senua's Saga: Hellblade II launched with day-one support for DLSS 3 and Reflex, followed by the release of Serum with DLSS 3, DLAA and Reflex, and Ships At Sea and Wuthering Waves with DLSS 2. This week, DLSS momentum continues with the launch of DLSS 3 in EA SPORTS F1 24, and DLSS 2 in Capes.

EA SPORTS F1 24 Arrives On The Grid May 31st, Featuring DLSS 3, DLAA, Reflex & Ray Tracing
Race as one of the 20 real-life drivers in EA SPORTS F1 24, the official video game of the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship. Unleash your champion in pursuit of a legacy-defining F1 Career, the mode's first major update since 2016. Drive like the greatest and feel at one with the car through the all-new EA SPORTS Dynamic Handling System, and experience the best F1 racing to date thanks to all of the game's new additions and enhancements.https://tpucdn.com/img/azOe8LHAMkjykqO1_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/azOe8LHAMkjykqO1.jpg)
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Micron Technology, a leader in innovative data center solutions, today announced it has achieved its qualification sample milestone for the Micron CZ120 memory expansion modules using Compute Express Link (CXL). Micron is the first in the industry to achieve this milestone, which accelerates the adoption of CXL solutions within the data center to tackle the growing memory challenges stemming from existing data-intensive workloads and emerging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) workloads.

Using a new and emerging CXL standard, the CZ120 required substantial hardware testing for reliability, quality and performance across CPU providers and OEMs, along with comprehensive software testing for compatibility and compliance with OS and hypervisor vendors. This achievement reflects the collaboration and commitment across the data center ecosystem to validate the advantages of CXL memory. By testing the combined products for interoperability and compatibility across hardware and software, the Micron CZ120 memory expansion modules satisfy the rigorous standards for reliability, quality and performance required by customers' data centers.https://tpucdn.com/img/DRp2xaFnsu2Lgj5f_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DRp2xaFnsu2Lgj5f.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/xWZRYLshzqGhx8CF_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/xWZRYLshzqGhx8CF.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/8VNHDOSeZdZR3IyH_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/8VNHDOSeZdZR3IyH.jpg)
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According to Jon Peddie Research latest report, the global GPU and CPU markets ended Q1 2024 on growth. GPU shipments reached 70 million units, while PC CPU shipments increased by 33% year-over-year, the second consecutive yearly increase in over two decades. Over the next five years, discrete GPUs are projected to achieve 22% penetration in the PC market as the overall GPU installed approaches 3 billion units by 2026. Among major GPU vendors, AMD's market share dipped 0.7% from last quarter, while Intel gained 0.3% and Nvidia rose 0.4%. However, overall GPU shipments declined 9.9% quarter-over-quarter. The total GPU attach rate for PCs was 113%, slightly down from the prior quarter. Desktop graphics add-in board shipments also decreased 14.8%.

While Q1 is typically flat or down versus Q4, Jon Peddie Research's president suggests this quarter's performance could signal a return to normal seasonality. With Microsoft, AMD and Intel promoting AI PCs, and forecasts pointing to growth in Q2, there are optimistic signs - although semiconductor suppliers are guiding 7.9% down on average for next quarter.https://tpucdn.com/img/qdHaLpL7aLgceNQO_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/qdHaLpL7aLgceNQO.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ATIg9lii58xh9t27_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ATIg9lii58xh9t27.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/yKmLgcwTT1eBvmwH_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/yKmLgcwTT1eBvmwH.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/icujRPeFNwQtCG0R_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/icujRPeFNwQtCG0R.jpg)

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SABRENT Docking Station Compatible with Steam Deck, 7-in-1 Steam Deck Dock with M.2 SSD Slot, HDMI 2.0 4K@ 60 Hz, Gigabit Ethernet, Dual USB-A 3.2 and Single USB 2.0 Ports with 90 W USB-C Charging Port for ROG Ally/Valve Steam Deck (DS-SDNV). The Sabrent USB Type-C 6-Port Docking Station with M.2 Port (DS-SDNV) is designed to expand and enhance your Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and other compliant USB-C devices. This useful and stylish docking station lets you connect to your network at up to 1000 Mbps, add faster storage with an internal M.2 SSD slot with 5 Gbps transfer speeds, connect accessories with multiple USB ports, and output to a larger display at up to 4K@ 60 Hz in extend or mirror mode. The dock is portable, rugged, and easy to use, too. This might just be the only dock you'll ever need.

The DS-SDNV is designed to work with Windows, Linux, and macOS, but will work with other USB-C devices with DisplayPort Alternate (DP Alt) Mode support for output through HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 1.4). An RJ45 gigabit Ethernet (GbE) port allows you to bypass the inconsistencies of Wi-Fi and overcome speed restrictions for the fastest updates and installs. Connect keyboards, mice, printers, USB headsets, controllers, and more with a single USB 2.0 (480 Mbps) port, then more powerful devices like external storage with dual USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 Gbps) ports. Your experience is limited only by your imagination.https://tpucdn.com/img/YP7ekEx19hxLWt4C_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/YP7ekEx19hxLWt4C.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/6vJRjOFqgUHWlCdb_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/6vJRjOFqgUHWlCdb.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/YunMxpoNhyGJGyeU_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/YunMxpoNhyGJGyeU.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/ptZAz3umbBFuykK7_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/ptZAz3umbBFuykK7.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/2dPnT8c7AEcEZULc_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/2dPnT8c7AEcEZULc.jpg)
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HYTE, a leading manufacturer of cutting-edge PC components and peripherals, today announced the next generation of its viral Y70 Touch case, Y70 Touch Infinite, alongside the Y70 Touch Infinite Display Upgrade, as promised to its users. After the unfortunate discontinuation of Y70 Touch in February 2024, HYTE was diligent in its development and pursuit of an infinite touchscreen solution for one of its leading cases.

Y70 Touch Infinite
Introducing Y70 Touch Infinite with a larger 14.5" integrated touchscreen, 688 x 2560 resolution, and 183 PPI for improved compatibility and resource usage. Y70 Touch Infinite boasts a 33% closer dot pitch for a sharper-looking image alongside a 17% brighter LCD panel and a 25% higher contrast ratio. The 60Hz refresh rate with 50% faster pixel response time enables a smoother and more fluid visual experience than its predecessor.https://tpucdn.com/img/09BLKSWr0myBDi7L_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/09BLKSWr0myBDi7L.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QlxHKX4ucR0lwFbC_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QlxHKX4ucR0lwFbC.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/kGipsIBOfZyqWsoL_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/kGipsIBOfZyqWsoL.jpg)
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Arm has announced a pair of new Armv9 CPU cores today, alongside a refresh of a third. The new additions are the Cortex-X925—which is a huge model number jump from the previous Cortex-X4—and the Cortex-A725 which should be an upgraded Cortex-A720. Finally the Cortex-A520 has been refreshed to bring a 15 percent power efficiency improvement as well as support for 3 nm production nodes. Arm claims that the Cortex-A925 delivers its highest performance improvement ever over a previous generation with a single core uplift of up to 36 percent and an AI performance improvement of up to 46 percent compared to the Cortex-X4. The Cortex-X925 will support up to 3 MB private L2 cache and is tape-out ready for 3 nm production nodes.

The Cortex-A725 is said to offer a 35 percent performance efficiency improvement over the Cortex-A720 and it's been given performance boosts both when it comes to AI and gaming workloads. It's said to be up to 25 percent more power efficient than the Cortex-A720 and L3 cache traffic has been improved by up to 20 percent. Again, the Cortex-A720 is ready for production on a 3 nm node. Finally, Arm has also updated its DynamIQ Shared Unit to the DS-120 and here Arm has managed to reduce the typical workload power by up to 50 percent and the cache miss power by up to 60 percent. The DSU-120 scales to up to 14 Arm cores, suggesting that we might get to see some interesting new SoC implementations in the coming years from Arm's partners, although Arm's reference platform is a 2-4-2 configuration of the new cores.https://tpucdn.com/img/mUjPcPGrn5QzomRy_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/mUjPcPGrn5QzomRy.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/AuhaKqw2y2PA0hxG_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/AuhaKqw2y2PA0hxG.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/QsiDDXWuBYZBavwa_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/QsiDDXWuBYZBavwa.jpg)
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GameSir, a World-renowned brand in gaming peripherals, is proud to announce the launch of its Kaleid and Kaleid Flux controllers. These amazing new wired game controllers are designed to enhance the gaming experience with their advanced features, vibrant illuminated LED strips, and high-quality, comfortable design. Engineered with precision, and packed with features, these latest additions to GameSir's outstanding range of controllers are the ultimate choices for FPS and action gamers that are looking to take their gaming performance to the next level. GameSir is focused on providing gamers with a superior gaming experience through its high-quality yet cost-effective controllers.

The Xbox-licensed controllers feature GameSir's signature Hall Effect sticks, which effectively deliver an anti-drift glide and a reliable, precision-tuned performance on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One X|S and Windows 10/11 and Steam platforms. The Hall Effect Analog triggers are designed to deliver a consistent output, ensuring that actions like accelerating or braking during racing games give reliable and predictable results. Textures on the grips, triggers and bumpers keep fingers firmly in control during rapid actions, while also ensuring comfort and a strong grip during extended gaming sessions.https://tpucdn.com/img/xMzOS1kCM3yFSW1n_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/xMzOS1kCM3yFSW1n.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DH2QBDKvTNpzWrpl_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DH2QBDKvTNpzWrpl.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/cIQWnvwEdXo6dJrg_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/cIQWnvwEdXo6dJrg.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/4Rwwrs3kE8HZXJJ9_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/4Rwwrs3kE8HZXJJ9.jpg)
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Silicon Motion Technology Corporation ("Silicon Motion"), a global leader in designing and marketing NAND flash controllers for solid-state storage devices, today launched the SM2322, the industry's fastest single-chip high-performance, low-power, and cost-effective solution for external portable SSDs, supporting up to 8 TB of storage and achieves unparalleled data transfer rates of 20 Gbps for storing and accessing large amounts of content seamlessly from AI smartphones, high-performance multimedia devices, and game consoles.

With the increase of AI-capable devices, high density and high-performance storage solutions are becoming more critical to consumers. Portable SSDs powered by the new SM2322 controller are the only solution that offers low-cost, high-density and high-performance, making it the ideal solution for these applications. Equipped with a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface with 20 Gb/s bandwidth and fully integrated hardware and software solution delivering peak sequential read and write transfer speeds of 2,100 MB/s and 2,000 MB/s, respectively, with up to 8 TB capacity, SM2322 powered high-performance portable SSDs enable an ultra-compact and lightweight form factor. The SM2322 supports the ProRes format and MFi specification for iPhone users while also being compatible with Windows, Android OS, and macOS, making it an ideal high-density, high-performance portable storage solution for AI smartphones, HD content creators, and gaming enthusiasts who require high-density, high-performance portable storage.https://tpucdn.com/img/xM5FLFWcCQYEKjdA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/xM5FLFWcCQYEKjdA.jpg)
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HYTE, a leading manufacturer of cutting-edge PC components and peripherals, today announced the THICC Q80 Trio, a 360mm version of its inaugural all-in-one (AIO) liquid cooler, THICC P60 Duo, and a new series of its THICC FP12 fans.

THICC Q80 Trio
HYTE introduces THICC Q80 Trio - the highest performing cooler ever made. A 360mm long, 52mm THICC Ginormous Heat Exchanger absorbs more watts than any other liquid cooler, while the Dual Harmonic Pumps effortlessly chill the hottest CPUs. Our bigger 2nd generation copper cold plate with a 50% higher skived fin coverage and upgraded liquid flow path drops temps by up to 2°C more. Included THICC FP12 Trio has a refreshed omnidirectional aesthetic, integrating fans into a single frame while silently obliterating heat with the highest performance-to-noise ratio on the market.https://tpucdn.com/img/KjIhCV3K6kwQSFMi_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/KjIhCV3K6kwQSFMi.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/MV3VNkaoVZYC5izJ_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/MV3VNkaoVZYC5izJ.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/5qlbdF2EBHboDLp2_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/5qlbdF2EBHboDLp2.jpg)
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Welcome to the first week of summer, at least in the northern hemisphere. There are no AAA releases this week, which gives you all plenty of time to focus on our Computex content instead of playing a new blockbuster game. This week's major release involves aliens, but not as you know them and they're out to kill. The rest of this week's new releases involves a DLC for a major MMORPG, a politics, religion and war game, some really old stuff, a nuclear plant meltdown cleanup and a dead dragon.

Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game (https://killerklownsthegame.com/) / This week's major release / Tuesday 4 June
Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game is an asymmetrical multiplayer horror based on the iconic '80s film. In the battle between Killer Klowns and citizens of Crescent Cove, team up and use your wits to harvest humans or save them from the alien invasion! Crescent Cove is a sprawling arena for unique 3v7 fights between Klowns and humans—boasting various locations and a multitude of tactical opportunities for both teams. Steam link (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1556100/Killer_Klowns_from_Outer_Space_The_Game/)https://tpucdn.com/img/euSBidZLRtvELfBK_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/euSBidZLRtvELfBK.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DDTIR8MCC5mU9t0C_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DDTIR8MCC5mU9t0C.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DGvTX6lPFe6pSYMT_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DGvTX6lPFe6pSYMT.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/k3eBkxfCsfss8K8V_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/k3eBkxfCsfss8K8V.jpg)
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We're in Taipei to catch NVIDIA's Computex 2024 keynote address. AI would be decades behind where it is without NVIDIA's singleminded focus on accelerating it, and supporting the most fundamental research in AI, to bring it where it is now—in a position to drive a whole new industrial revolution of the kind the Internet did some 30 years ago. While NVIDIA's AI acceleration focuses on hard iron AI GPUs for the data-centers, the company hasn't lost sight of the hundreds of millions of gamers with a GeForce RTX GPU that's capable of accelerating AI faster than any NPU could by far. The company has set sights on the AI PC. It's already been running AI-based applications for gamers for over 5 years now, with DLSS, but has been consistently releasing AI-based apps, such as the most recent ChatRTX. The company is looking to make gamers' lives even more enjoyable with the magic of AI. Join us in this live blog as we unwrap NVIDIA's latest toys for gamers.https://tpucdn.com/img/esY7cVj7BLworx23_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/esY7cVj7BLworx23.jpg)

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ASUS today announced the ROG Ally X, its ambitious new handheld game console that's a step up from the ROG Ally that the company launched last year. The ROG Ally X is powered by the same AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme processor as the ROG Ally, but with 50% more unified memory—now up to 24 GB of LPDDR5X-7500, which runs at an 18% higher speed than the 16 GB LPDDR5-6400 of the original. The designers also implemented an M.2-2280 NVMe SSD slot, which opens the console up to the widest possible selection of NVMe SSDs. The console includes a 1 TB drive, which is double that of the 500 GB that the ROG Ally comes with. The company has also significantly upgraded the thermal solution of the console with a larger fan, and better thermal venting, which offers 6°C lower gaming temperatures.

Perhaps the biggest feature upgrade is the battery, which is 80 Wh, a 100% increase from the 40 Wh of the original ROG Ally. This may not be a linear 100% increase in battery life from the ROG Ally (due to the various hardware upgrades), but should still pose significant improvements to it. Other hardware updates include USB4, which includes DisplayPort passthrough from the iGPU; besides a separate USB 3.2 Gen 2 type-C. The console supports USB-PD with 140 W fast-charging, and is paired with a first-party GaN-based 140 W fast-charger. Dimensions are similar to those of the ROG Ally, except for 4 mm added thickness, and 70 g added weight (608 g vs. 678 g). Available from July, the ROG Ally X is priced at $799, and includes a 3-month Xbox Game Pass. We went hands on with the console at ASUS's pre-Computex event. Stay tuned for several more announcements form the company in the coming days.https://tpucdn.com/img/IFL39ZgMu3iIBdWk_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/IFL39ZgMu3iIBdWk.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/Pim09eoKwJsqMJLv_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/Pim09eoKwJsqMJLv.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/EG8Q1yIXpVHK7FoA_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/EG8Q1yIXpVHK7FoA.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/DZoUUxVqG1uHH96N_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/DZoUUxVqG1uHH96N.jpg) https://tpucdn.com/img/fzBs3KjklC2hkSvt_thm.jpg (https://www.techpowerup.com/img/fzBs3KjklC2hkSvt.jpg)

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