Silicon Motion Details its First Consumer PCIe 6.0 NVMe SSD Controller
Silicon Motion revealed the first details of its first consumer PCIe 6.0 NVMe SSD controller at the Future of Memory and Storage (FMS) conference this week, alongside a new DRAM-less PCIe 5.0 controller that appears to rival the SM2508 in terms of performance. The new PCIe 6.0 controller is currently only known under the code name Neptune, but Silicon Motion is promising 25 GB/s or better sequential read speeds and up to 3.5 million IOPS. However, this hinges on the use of 4800 MT/s NAND flash in an eight channel configuration. Neptune is expected to launch sometime in 2028, which means you have plenty of time to save up.
As for its new DRAM-less PCIe 5.0 controller, it goes under the SM2524XT model name and features 14 GB/s or better sequential read speeds and 2.5 million IOPS, which is identical to Silicon Motions flagship SM2508 controller. However, this does require faster 4800 MT/s NAND, so it's not likely we'll see that type of performance from the first generation of drives based on the SM2524XT, as it has a 4-channel NAND interface vs. an eight channel interface on the SM2508. The SM2524XT is expected to launch some time next year. A new common feature for both of the new controllers—that they share with the SM2504XT—is support for Separate Command Architecture (SCA) which allows for commands and address transmission paths to be handled in parallel instead of having to deal with them sequentially, which should reduce latency and increase available bandwidth to the NAND.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) ASUS and Noctua Announce ASUS GeForce RTX 5080 Noctua Edition Gra
Following the success of previous Noctua Edition GeForce RTX graphics cards, the ASUS RTX 5080 Noctua Edition marks the fifth ASUS GPU to feature award-winning Noctua fans alongside a co-developed heatsink. As the first gaming GPU to incorporate a triple 120x25mm fan configuration, this model utilizes three new NF-A12x25 G2 fans and a thoroughly optimized, custom-engineered heatsink that combines an extensive vapor chamber with seven 8 mm and four 6 mm heatpipes, which is a massive upgrade over the heatsinks of previous Noctua Edition GPUs.
"We're pleased to continue our collaboration with Noctua on the ASUS GeForce RTX 5080 Noctua Edition. By combining ASUS engineering with Noctua's quiet cooling expertise and signature premium design, and introducing a new triple-fan layout, we've created a solution that delivers exceptional performance with impressively low noise levels," said Kent Chien (Corporate Vice President and General Manager of the ASUS Multimedia Business Unit).[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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Thermalright HR-10 PRO SSD Heatsink Series Now Include ARGB Digital Di
Thermalright has expanded its [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] heatsink series with the new Digital variant, available in white or black. The key upgrade is a digital display that shows SSD operating temperature, sequential read/write speeds, or drive utilization. This requires a USB header connection to your motherboard and the Thermalright Control Center (TRCC) software. The new HR-10 2280 Pro Digital measures 90.3 mm x 26 mm x 51 mm, making it roughly 16% taller than the original due to the display addition. It should fit easily in most primary M.2 slots between the graphics card and CPU cooler, though users should verify clearance with larger components.
Beyond the ARGB display, Thermalright has kept the integrated 30 mm 12 V PWM cooling fan in the middle of the fin stack. The heatsink features four 5 mm nickel-plated copper heatpipes making contact through a mirror-finish copper baseplate. The design accommodates Gen 5 SSD standards, ensuring future compatibility. Pricing is competitive at $19.36 in the Chinese market, just $3 more than the regular HR-10 2280 Pro ($16.90 on Amazon). However, early adopters outside China must purchase through AliExpress for $32.53, as Amazon availability isn't yet confirmed.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) FMS 2025: SK hynix Presents Future of AI and Storage Through Inno
SK hynix presented its cutting-edge DRAM, NAND, and AI memory solutions at FMS: the Future of Memory and Storage 2025 in Santa Clara, California from August 5-7, reinforcing its global memory leadership.
Now in its 19th year, FMS, previously known as the Flash Memory Summit, rebranded in 2024. It adopted the name the Future of Memory and Storage to reflect the transformative influence of the AI era. The event's scope was also expanded from focusing solely on flash memory to covering the full spectrum of memory and storage technologies, including DRAM.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) G.SKILL DDR5 R-DIMM Achieves DDR5-8400 CL38 256GB (8x32GB) Overcl
G.SKILL International, the world's leading brand of performance overclock memory, is excited to share a new overclocking milestone with its DDR5 R-DIMM memory, reaching DDR5-8400 CL38 with 256 GB (8x 32 GB) total kit capacity in octa-channel configuration that is stable under MemtestPro. This incredible achievement is accomplished by renowned Korean overclocker "Phantom", using the latest AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9985WX processor and ASUS Pro WS WRX90E-SAGE SE motherboard.
Renowned Korean overclocker "Phantom" achieved this remarkable overclock result of pushing a kit of G.SKILL DDR5 R-DIMM memory to DDR5-8400 with ultra-low timings of CL38-50-50 in a high-capacity 256 GB (8x 32 GB) configuration. As a result of G.SKILL's continued efforts in developing high-performance memory solutions for professionals, content creators, and AI applications on high-end workstations, this achievement underscores the incredible overclock performance of G.SKILL's latest DDR5 R-DIMM memory on the next-generation platform with AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9000 series processors, even under the most demanding octa-channel memory configuration.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) ASUS Announces ExpertBook P3 with AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO
ASUS today announced the brand-new ExpertBook P3 Series, available in two sizes: 14-inch (PM3406) and 16-inch (PM3606). It is a Copilot+ PC designed to deliver business-level performance in a portable, secure package for today's agile businesses. Powered by up to AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO processors, the ExpertBook P3 confidently handles everyday workloads and AI applications while maintaining the mobility that modern professionals demand.
The laptop features a crisp 2.5K anti-glare display with up to 144 Hz refresh rate that ensures clear visibility in various lighting conditions, making it perfect for presentations and outdoor work. With dual-SSD expandability, users can scale their storage needs as their business grows, ensuring they never run out of space for critical files and applications.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) Corsair Reports Strong Q2 2025 with Double-Digit Year-Over-Year G
Corsair Gaming, Inc. (Nasdaq: CRSR) ("Corsair" or the "Company"), a leading global provider and innovator of high-performance products for gamers, streamers, content-creators, gaming PC builders and SIM driving enthusiasts, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. Corsair delivered another strong quarter, achieving double-digit growth in revenue and gross profit, expanded margins, and broad-based demand strength across its entire product portfolio. Results exceeded expectations, underscoring the Company's strengthened leadership position in the gaming and content creator ecosystems.
Q2 2025 Financial Highlights (compared to Q2 2024)
- Revenue increased 23% to $320 million, above consensus.
- Gross profit increased 36% to $85.9 million, reflecting improved product mix, favorable channel performance, and increased operational efficiency.
- Adjusted EBITDA improved to $8.1 million from a loss of $1.2, also above consensus
- Net Income (loss) per share attributable to common stockholders improved to $(0.16) / $0.01 per diluted share on a GAAP / Non-GAAP basis, compared to $(0.28) / $(0.07), respectively.
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(PR) SAMA Expands CPU Cooling Lineup with A60 and A40 Series Air Coole
SAMA, a global leader in performance PC hardware, today announced the launch of its latest A60 and A40 series CPU air coolers, offering optimized thermal solutions for gamers, content creators, PC builders, and enthusiasts. With dual-tower (A60) coolers available in Black, White, Essential, and ARGB editions, and the single-tower (A40) models available in Black, Essential, and ARGB editions. The new series delivers quiet performance, wide socket compatibility, as well as the latest Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen 8000 series CPUs. From compact gaming rigs to fully loaded creator workstations, SAMA's A60 and A40 series coolers bring affordable, premium-grade thermal control to today's most demanding PC builds.
"SAMA's A60 and A40 series combine refined thermal design with user-friendly installation and broad socket support," said Frank Wang, VP of SAMA. "They're purpose-built for users upgrading to newer CPUs who want quiet, stable performance without compromise—and without overspending."[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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US President Donald Trump Calls for Intel CEO Resignation
It is a rare instance to see US President Donald Trump directly involved in the management of technology firms, but today is a one-off. In his post on Truth Social, Donald Trump made a public remark that Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan must resign immediately. In a post, he stated: "The CEO of INTEL is highly CONFLICTED and must resign, immediately. There is no other solution to this problem. Thank you for your attention to this problem!" Yesterday, [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] that US Senator Tom Cotton sent a letter to Intel's independent Chair, Frank Yeary, for clarification on whether Intel's current CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, has divested from his China positions through his venture firm, Walden International. This includes over 600 investments in companies that directly work with the Chinese military, and Senator Tom Cotton demanded written proof that Intel's new CEO is not involved in these businesses.
The scrutiny over China investments comes in light of Intel's strategic importance to the US semiconductor supply chain, as well as Intel being the recipient of US government funds. In September, Intel was awarded $3 billion in direct funding from the Biden administration under the CHIPS and Science Act for the Secure Enclave program. Hence, the current US administration decided to investigate Lip-Bu Tan's investments and probe whether his position as CEO of Intel aligns with national interests. Intel stock, ticker INTC, is down 3% today on the news.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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Intel to Drop 16x MSAA with Xe3 "Celestial," Says XeSS and TAA Make Le
Intel has signalled that it will drop support for 16x MSAA with its upcoming Xe3 "Celestial" graphics architecture. The architecture will support MSAA, but at 2x, 4x, and 8x. MSAA x16 support will be reserved for certain models of Xe3 GPUs, presumably the higher end discrete GPUs, however the lower-end chips and iGPU solutions are set to lose it. Intel Graphics engineer Kenneth Grauke made a commit to Intel's Iris Gallium3D and ANV Vulkan driver, and announced in his note: "16x MSAA isn't supported at all on certain Xe3 variants, and on its way out on the rest. Most vendors choose not to support it, and many apps offer more modern multisampling and upscaling techniques these days. Only 2/4/8x are supported going forward."
Intel's rationale behind retiring MSAA checks out, as nearly every modern game supports TAA, and most games support at least one upscaling technology, such as DLSS, FSR, or Intel's own XeSS. Intel has a growing collection of games that have implemented XeSS and the newer XeSS 2 technology, which features an AI ML-based upscaling model. Upscaler super-sampling methods tend to do a good job at antialiasing, with whatever minimal performance cost made up for with upscaling. Even native-resolution modes, such as DLAA see negligible performance costs compared to MSAA. GPU manufacturers would still want to retain MSAA for its utility in older gaming titles and 3D productivity apps.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) First Look at Frostliner, a Survival City‑Builder Racing Through
Independent developer Nathan Gane has revealed the first details and trailer for Frostliner, a narrative-driven survival city-builder set aboard a colossal train cutting through the frozen ruins of a devastated world. Since its reveal just days ago, Frostliner has already captured the attention of strategy and survival fans worldwide, earning more than 10,000 wishlists on Steam.
In the aftermath of a shattered moon and the wars that followed, temperatures plummeted and civilization fractured into scattered pockets of survivors. You command the Frostliner, a massive locomotive built to endure the killing frost and adapt to the needs of its passengers. Every stop brings hard choices: scavenge for fuel and supplies, recruit survivors, and keep the heaters running before the frost claims your people.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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Intel Wins Tesla Dojo 3 Packaging Contract in Dual-Supplier Strategy
Intel has secured Tesla as a customer for its specialized module-level packaging services, signaling that billions of investments and years of development are appealing to external Foundry Customers. Tesla's Dojo 3 initiative will see Samsung Electronics Foundry manufacture the custom D3 AI-training chips. At the same time, Intel handles the packaging and testing using its Embedded Multi-Die Interconnect Bridge (EMIB) technology, which connects multiple dies through silicon bridges rather than a full-wafer interposer. This dual-vendor approach diverges from Tesla's previous reliance on TSMC for both fabrication and System-on-Chip packaging. Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed that Samsung will focus on mass-producing the next-generation AI6 chips on a 2 nm process, and that the packaging will leverage Intel's EMIB platform.
Tesla's decision rests on the unique demands of its ultra-large Dojo modules, which pack multiple 654 mm² dies into a single array. Traditional packaging methods struggle to handle such sizes efficiently. TSMC's SoW solution faces capacity constraints amid high demand for CoWoS services. Intel's EMIB offers higher modularity, allowing Tesla to tailor interconnect layouts and integrate additional features as needed. Samsung's 2 nm node, paired with Intel's assembly expertise, provides Tesla with optimized yield, cost control, and a faster ramp-up for its AI infrastructure. This collaboration between two historic rivals is unusual, but much needed for both foundries to survive TSMC's competition. By splitting fabrication and packaging, Tesla aims to accelerate production for its full-self-driving systems, robotics ventures, and data-center operations.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) NVIDIA GeForce NOW Gets Mafia: The Old Country, Titan Quest II, a
This GFN Thursday brings an offer members can't refuse - 2K's highly anticipated Mafia: The Old Country is launching in the cloud today. The prequel to the award-winning action-adventure Mafia series leads five games joining the cloud this week, including the long-awaited launch of Stormgate 1.0 and early access for THQ Nordic's Titan Quest II. And don't miss out on the newest season of Marvel Rivals, available for members to stream without having to wait for downloads or patches.
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Return to the heart of the Mafia saga and journey into the brutal underworld of 1900s Sicily with Mafia: The Old Country. Hustle and scheme through savage streets and sun-baked villages in a gripping, linear narrative. Experience a world where every choice cuts deep, every vendetta matters and loyalty is a dangerous game. Step into the scuffed shoes of Enzo Favara - a man with nothing to lose and even less to trust - and earn a seat at Don Torrisi's table. Whether it's settling vendettas with a stiletto blade or dueling with a lupara shotgun, every fight is life or death, and every bullet counts. Players can expect gritty stealth, messy brawls and nerve-wracking shootouts - fueled by loyalty, betrayal and the need to prove more value to the Torrisi family alive than dead.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) SuperX Launches New All-in-One Multi-Model Server Series
Super X AI Technology Limited today announced the official launch of its latest All-in-One Multi-Model Servers ("MMS"). As the first enterprise-grade AI infrastructure to support the dynamic collaboration of multiple models by SuperX, this MMS is centered on being out-of-the-box ready, multimodel fused, and deeply integrated into application scenarios. It provides enterprises with a secure and efficient full-stack AI solutions, with customized specifications for enterprises of various scales, marking a new era where large model applications evolve towards the collaboration of multimodel intelligent agents. This is an integrated solution offered to large enterprise AI clients, following the debut of SuperX's XN9160-B200 AI Server on July 30, 2025, expanding SuperX's portfolio of enterprise AI infrastructure products.
To help enterprise clients secure a decisive competitive edge in the new wave of generative AI, this All-In-One Multi-Model Server comes pre-configured with high-performance large language models (LLMs), including the newly released top-tier open-source models GPT-OSS-120B and GPT-OSS-20B from OpenAI. Benchmark results show that GPT-OSS-120B achieves—and in some key tests like Massive Multitask Language Understanding (MMLU) and American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) even surpasses—the performance of several leading closed-source models according to OpenAI's press release on Aug 5, 2025. That means SuperX's customers will be able to gain world-class AI inference and knowledge-processing capabilities at superior cost efficiency.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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(PR) Innodisk Introduces DDR5 and LPDDR5X CAMM2 Memory Modules for Rug
Innodisk, a leading provider of industrial-grade memory solutions, officially releases its new DDR5 CAMM2 and LPDDR5X CAMM2 (LPCAMM2) memory modules. With 60% less space and blazing speeds up to 6400 MT/s and 8533 MT/s, respectively, Innodisk's CAMM2 series marks a strategic leap into the rugged device and compact system market.
Innodisk's new CAMM2 series features a distinctive design. DDR5 CAMM2 and LPDDR5X CAMM2 consolidate dual channels on a single module, effectively combining the capacity and performance of two separate SODIMMs into a compact footprint. Despite handling a greater signal load, the modules feature a more simplified PCB routing that enhances signal integrity, resulting in cleaner and more reliable data transmission.[Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...] [Only registered and activated users can see links. Click Here To Register...]
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