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ASUS has finally acknowledged that some ROG Ally units suffer from SD card issues. (Image source: Notebookcheck)

ASUS ROG Ally: ASUS announces resolution and warranty extension for SD card failures

ASUS has finally acknowledged that it shipped some ROG Ally units with SD card readers that 'may not perform as expected'. While the company has not finalised a resolution for damaged SD cards and has expanded its warranty coverag...
Alex Alderson, 19 Apr 2024 18:19
Multiple partners are offering the AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT under $400 (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Deal | AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT falls below $400, making it a much better choice than Nvidia RTX 4060 Ti

The AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT has dropped below $400, with most partners offering it at $399.99. This is around a $50 discount from what the graphics card generally goes for. At this price, the GPU stands as a much better pick than th...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 18 Apr 2024 19:27
The RX 7800 XT launched at a starting price of $499 in September 2023. (Source: 3DCenter/Notebookcheck/edited)

RX 7800 XT massively outsold GeForce rivals in Q1 2024 on German retailer reportedly helping AMD take share away from NVIDIA

The AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT with 16 GB of VRAM and an MSRP of $499 is attracting a lot of user attention according to the Q1 2024 sales figures of German retailer Mindfactory compiled by 3DCenter (via TechEpiphany). The GPU seemingl...
Fawad Murtaza, 16 Apr 2024 15:13
Acemagic AM18 review: Gaming mini-PC in eye-catching cyberpunk look with AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS and 32 GB RAM

82% Acemagic AM18 review: Gaming mini-PC in eye-catching cyberpunk look with AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS and 32 GB RAM

Lots of plastic and optional RGB! The Acemagic AM18 is advertised as a compact gaming PC. Together with the AMD Ryzen 7 780HS and the AMD Radeon 780M, it contains exciting hardware that can be found in many handheld devices. We have analyzed how well the built-in hardware of the Acemagic AM18 works together based on many measurements and benchmarks.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | AMD Radeon 780M | | 600 g
Sebastian Bade, 15 Apr 2024 21:03
Geekom AE7 will reportedly be a different variant of the already available A7 mini PC (Image source: Notebookcheck)

Updated | Geekom AE7 emerges as high-performance gaming mini PC with AMD Ryzen 9 and eGPU support via USB4

Geekom reportedly plans to launch a new mini PC called AE7 with a top-end processor from the AMD Phoenix line. To be specific, AndroidPC reports that it will feature AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS, a powerful processor with a very capable Rad...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 15 Apr 2024 20:19
The MINISFORUM V3 can be paired with an eGPU or even used as an external monitor. (Image source: MINISFORUM)

MINISFORUM V3: New Surface Pro 10 competitor released globally for $1,199 with AMD Ryzen 7 8840U, 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB SSD

MINISFORUM has now begun selling its first Microsoft Surface Pro rival globally. Available for over a month at a discounted launch price, the MINISFORUM V3 ships with a detachable keyboard accessory and an active stylus, among oth...
Alex Alderson, 15 Apr 2024 14:35
AMD Ryzen 9 5900X retail box (Source: AMD)

Deal | AMD Ryzen 9 5900X now near all-time low on Amazon

Still stuck at the $569.99 list price, the venerable AMD Ryzen 9 5900X goes for $264.99 thanks to a 52% discount and an $8 coupon. However, any potential buyer should be aware that the average price, according to Camelcamelcamel, ...
Codrut Nistor, 15 Apr 2024 10:56
GMK NucBox M5 mini PC review: AMD Zen 2 is feeling long in the tooth

79% GMK NucBox M5 mini PC review: AMD Zen 2 is feeling long in the tooth

Affordable but dated. For $300 with RAM and storage, the NucBox M5 cuts a lot of corners in terms of performance in order to meet that attractive price point. It's not bad all things considered, but significantly better options become available in the $400 to $500 range.
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U | AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (Ryzen 4000/5000) | | 505 g
Allen Ngo, 11 Apr 2024 19:11
The UM690 Pro is MINISFORUM's third mini-PC to sport UM690 branding. (Image source: MINISFORUM)

EliteMini UM690 Pro: MINISFORUM now selling new powerful mini-PC with HDMI 2.1 and USB 4 connectivity

The UM690 Pro is MINISFORUM's latest UM690 mini-PC. Now sold under its EliteMini series rather than its Venus series, the UM690 Pro features a powerful AMD Ryzen APU, as well as up to 64 GB of RAM and modern ports like HDMI 2.1 an...
Alex Alderson, 11 Apr 2024 18:41
The MINISFORUM V3 will launch next week globally. (Image source: MINISFORUM - edited)

MINISFORUM V3: MINISFORUM reveals global release date for first AMD Ryzen 7 8840U 2-in-1 and Surface Pro 10 challenger

MINISFORUM has now confirmed the global launch date for the V3 after releasing the device late last month in China. Launching later this month, the company has also hinted that those who pre-order the MINISFORUM V3 will receive nu...
Alex Alderson, 09 Apr 2024 16:27
MINISFORUM will offer the V3 with a detachable keyboard and an active stylus. (Image source: MINISFORUM)

MINISFORUM V3 shown in first video with independent benchmarks and gaming performance

The MINISFORUM V3 is now official, having been released in China at the end of March. Now, renowned YouTuber ETA Prime has provided the first independent video showcasing the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U-powered convertible ahead of its glob...
Alex Alderson, 08 Apr 2024 22:24
RDNA 4 Navi 44 is expected to perform in the range of the RX 7700 XT. (Source: Luke Chesser on Unsplash/edited)

Top RDNA 4 GPU to overtake RTX 4070 Ti SUPER despite being smaller and using less power per leaked Navi 48 and Navi 44 specifications

Specifications for the RNDA 4-based Navi 44 and Navi 48 have leaked. In the case of Navi 48, AMD might have a killer mid-range chip on its hands as the RDNA 4 GPU is rumored to not only enjoy more raw horsepower than an RTX 4070 T...
Fawad Murtaza, 08 Apr 2024 21:36
2024 GPD Win Max 2 will be available for preorder in China on April 7 (Image source: GPD)

2024 GPD Win Max 2 handheld gaming PC with AMD Ryzen 7 8840U goes up for preorders soon

The 2024 GPD Win Max 2 refresh will go up for preorder in China on April 7. According to JD.com, a popular online Chinese retailer, the handheld gaming PC with AMD Ryzen 7 8840U, 32 GB RAM, and 2 TB SSD will have a pre-sale price ...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 04 Apr 2024 19:36
GMK NucBox K6 mini PC review: As powerful as the latest Intel Core Ultra laptops

84% GMK NucBox K6 mini PC review: As powerful as the latest Intel Core Ultra laptops

Perfect fit for AMD Zen 4. The mini PC comes with 16 GB of RAM, 1 TB of storage, and a powerful Ryzen 7 7840HS all for under $500 to be an attractive alternative to the Intel NUC. There are a few drawbacks for sure, but they pale in comparison to the longer list of strengths.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | AMD Radeon 780M | | 514 g
Allen Ngo, 03 Apr 2024 19:26
Ascendant Studios will soon integrate AMD FSR 3 on Immortals of Aveum. (Image source: Ascendant Studios)

AMD FSR 3 frame generation coming soon to popular PlayStation Plus game with frame rate improvements for PS5 and Xbox Series consoles

AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution 3 (FSR 3) frame generation is slowly making its way to console games. Having debuted on Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora for consoles, the technology will soon be ported to the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Se...
Alex Alderson, 03 Apr 2024 18:43
Cheap gaming laptop: HP Victus 15

Tested: Quiet AMD gaming notebook for €599 - HP Victus 15

HP has put together an interesting package with the Victus 15: a gaming laptop for the budget segment featuring a Ryzen 5 5600H, Radeon RX 6500M, 8 GB of RAM, a 512 GB SSD and an FHD panel. The notebook is going for as low as €599...
Sascha Mölck, 02 Apr 2024 16:14
AMD officially launched the RX 7900 GRE in the US in February 2024. (Source: Sebastian Bade on Notebookcheck)

RDNA 4 Navi 48 vs RX 7900 XT battle to result in win for former while Strix Halo reportedly outperforms RX 7600 XT

Mid-range GPU buyers could be in for a treat as AMD’s next-generation RDNA 4 cards are reportedly quite capable. The latest RDNA 4 performance leak which touches on the Navi 48 and Navi 44 alongside RDNA 3+ Strix Halo suggests tha...
Fawad Murtaza, 02 Apr 2024 13:12
The ASUS ROG Ally features a 40 Wh battery. (Source: NotebookcheckReviews on YouTube)

Deal | ASUS ROG Ally price reaches historic low making Ryzen Z1-equipped handheld potential no-brainer for emulation enthusiasts

The ASUS ROG Ally with the Ryzen Z1 processor is now available at an all-time low price at Best Buy after a sizeable $100 off over the previous discounted rate. At the newly reduced price, the ASUS ROG Ally should be a no-brainer ...
Fawad Murtaza, 01 Apr 2024 10:26
Ryzen 9000 processors will use the same AM5 socket as Ryzen 7000 series. (Source: AMD)

Updated | Zen 5 performance gain to be >40% "core for core" vs Zen 4 as IPC uplift in games and synthetic benchmarks leaks

AMD is reportedly releasing the Ryzen 9000 CPUs based on the Zen 5 architecture between April and June with potentially up to a 40% IPC uplift over Zen 4. According to the latest leak out of @All_The_Watts on Twitter, Zen 5 delive...
Fawad Murtaza, 01 Apr 2024 09:17
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 features a backlit keyboard with a numpad (Image source: Lenovo)

Deal | Refreshed Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 with Ryzen 5 8645HS and 16-inch touchscreen already discounted by 25%

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 is currently down to just $607.99. It ships with a 16-inch WUXGA screen with touch capability, AMD's latest Ryzen 5 8645HS processor, 16 GB of memory, and a 512 GB PCIe 4.0 drive.
Tudor Cibean, 31 Mar 2024 12:22
The MINISFORUM V3 combines an AMD Hawk Point APU with a 165 Hz and 2.5K display. (Image source: MINISFORUM)

Updated | MINISFORUM V3: Launch pricing announced for Surface Pro 10 rival with 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB SSD

MINISFORUM has now revealed how much the V3 actually costs, six months after first revealing details about its debut 2-in-1. Equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 8840U APU and a 165 Hz display, the MINISFORUM also comes with 32 GB of RAM ...
Alex Alderson, 29 Mar 2024 15:05
AOOSTAR debuts GEM12 in the global markets (Image source: JD.com [Edited])

AOOSTAR GEM12 gaming mini PC with AMD Ryzen 9 and OCuLink starts at $339

AOOSTAR has introduced the GEM12 for the global markets. The gaming mini PC is available in three variants, with the expensive option coming with the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS and the affordable one featuring the Ryzen 9 6900HX. All spor...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 28 Mar 2024 19:14
AMD's Lisa Su using the MINISFORUM V3 at AMD's recent AI ​​PC Innovation Summit. (Image source: MINISFORUM)

MINISFORUM V3 revealed at AMD AI ​​PC Innovation Summit with DisplayPort input capabilities shown

MINISFORUM is a few days away from releasing the V3, its first Surface Pro 9 and Surface Pro 10 rival. While pricing remains unknown for the time being, the company has highlighted a few more of the device's capabilities, includin...
Alex Alderson, 27 Mar 2024 17:11
The 2022 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 has one M.2 and one SO-DIMM slot. (Source: Florian Glaser on Notebookcheck)

Deal | All-AMD ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2022) with Ryzen 7 6800HS CPU, RX 6800S GPU, and 16 GB RAM gets 28% discount

The 2022 ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (GA402RK) has been priced down to less than $800 on ASUS’s official store. The discount, which amounts to $310 in total, makes the machine a potential bargain owing to its strong internals, excellent...
Fawad Murtaza, 27 Mar 2024 07:58
China fires back at Biden export restrictions with its own chip restrictions. (Source: Edited AI image Dall-E 3)

Chinese government responds to Biden chip trade war by banning AMD and Intel CPUs from government computers

The Chinese government has responded to the chip trade war started by President Biden in 2021 by banning AMD and Intel CPUs from the list of authorized computer chips used in government computers. This move continues to widen the ...
David Chien, 26 Mar 2024 08:24
Orange Pi Neo will be priced competitively (Image source: Manjaro)

Linux-based Orange Pi Neo gaming handheld with AMD Ryzen 7 starts at $499

Orange Pi Neo finally has its price revealed. The Linux gaming handheld with AMD Ryzen 7 7840U will cost $499, while the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U configuration will go for $599. We also got to know the tentative release timeline, which i...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 25 Mar 2024 18:56
ThinkPad E14 G6 & E16 G2: Lenovo updates budget ThinkPads with second SO-DIMM

ThinkPad E14 G6 & E16 G2: Lenovo updates budget ThinkPads with second SO-DIMM

The ThinkPad E series may be the bottom of the barrel for the ThinkPad line, but that does not make them bad machines. For the newest version, Lenovo is returning the line back to fully upgradable RAM with two SO-DIMM slots.
Benjamin Herzig, 23 Mar 2024 17:38
Lenovo announces new ThinkPad L series w/16:10 screens: ThinkPad L14 G5 & ThinkPad L16 G1

Lenovo announces new ThinkPad L series w/16:10 screens & USB4: ThinkPad L14 G5 & ThinkPad L16 G1

Lenovo has lifted the veil of the new ThinkPad L series, budget ThinkPad laptops for enterprise users. The Lenovo ThinkPad L14 G5 and ThinkPad L16 G1 offer a total redesign with 16:10 screens and USB4 on the AMD models.
Benjamin Herzig, 22 Mar 2024 20:12
Minisforum Mercury Series EM780 packs an AMD Ryzen 7 7840U and 32 GB of DDR5 RAM in a 1/4 L chassis

Minisforum Mercury Series EM780 packs an AMD Ryzen 7 7840U and 32 GB of DDR5 RAM in a 1/4 L chassis

The extremely compact Minisforum Mercury Series EM780 stands out with its snappy modern SoC. In spite of this, the manufacturer hasn’t sacrificed a good I/O selection and gave the device two USB4 ports at once. But you'll still ne...
Sebastian Bade, 22 Mar 2024 17:19
The MSI Claw attempts to break the handheld mould, but there is a reason OEM's go with AMD (Source: MSI)

The MSI Claw is the latest embarrassing example of why Intel still isn’t ready to compete in the gaming industry

CheckMag Performance benchmarks are starting to trickle in for the MSI Claw and it’s not good news, but how well does it stack up against AMD based handhelds and can Intel really compete in the GPU market?
David Devey, 22 Mar 2024 17:03
AMD showed off two new AM5 CPUs at a recent event (image via HXL on X)

Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F: Supposed China-only AM5 CPUs confirmed at AMD event

AMD has revealed two new AM5 CPUs with interesting names at a recent event in China. The Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F appear to be desktop Hawk Point chips with their iGPUs disabled.
Anil Ganti, 22 Mar 2024 14:21
Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 14AHP9 laptop review - The powerful ultraportable with Ryzen 8000 and 120-Hz OLED

88% Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 14AHP9 laptop review - The powerful ultraportable with Ryzen 8000 and 120-Hz OLED

The Ryzen 7 8845HS' premiere. The new Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 14 is a 14-inch laptop with a fast AMD Zen4 processor and a high-res 120 Hz 2.8K OLED screen. In addition, it features 32 GB RAM and USB 4.0 for a comparatively low price.
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | AMD Radeon 780M | 14.00" | 1.5 kg
Andreas Osthoff, 21 Mar 2024 18:01
AMD initially released FSR 3 in September 2023. (Source: Timothy Dykes on Unsplash)

Hope for gamers NVIDIA left behind: AMD announces FSR 3.1 with standalone frame generation and enhanced visual quality

AMD has announced the next update to the FidelityFX Super Resolution 3 (FSR 3) image upscaling tech with visual quality improvements, new APIs, and added support for Xbox GDK and Vulkan. However, FSR 3.1’s biggest new feature is t...
Fawad Murtaza, 21 Mar 2024 09:53
Minisforum Mercury Series EM780 review: Extremely compact mini-PC with AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB SSD

85% Minisforum Mercury Series EM780 review: Extremely compact mini-PC with AMD Ryzen 7 7840U, 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB SSD

Small and mighty! The Mercury Series is Minisforum’s line of mini-PCs that are tiny and yet offer compelling performance. The latest model, known as the EM780, comes with an AMD Ryzen 7 7840U and is a solid performer despite its compact design. The mini-PC shines with its 32 GB of RAM and modern USB4 interfaces and is thus almost unrivalled. In this review, we’ll take a closer look at the performance of this pint-size device with the help of many measurements and benchmarks.
AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | AMD Radeon 780M | | 238 g
Sebastian Bade, 20 Mar 2024 16:45
Alan Wake 2: Performance patch for older GPUs

Alan Wake 2: Performance patch for older GPUs

Remedy Entertainment has done some optimisations to the PC version of Alan Wake 2 especially intended to give computers with older GPUs (e.g. GeForce GTX 10 Series) a performance boost. We’ve checked out how well the entire thing ...
Sascha Mölck, 18 Mar 2024 12:09
2024 HP Pavilion Plus 14 refreshed with the latest processors (Image source: HP)

2024 HP Pavilion Plus 14 laptop gets refreshed with Intel Meteor Lake and AMD Ryzen Hawk Point processors

HP has refreshed the Pavilion Plus laptop with the latest Intel Meteor Lake and AMD Hawk Point processors. More specifically, the 2024 variant can be configured with Intel Core Ultra 5 125H, Core Ultra 7 155H, AMD Ryzen 5 8845HS, ...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 17 Mar 2024 15:19
Asus ROG Ally gaming handheld drops by up to $200 at Best Buy (Image source: NotebookcheckReviews on YouTube)

Deal | Asus ROG Ally gaming handheld sees up to $200 discount, makes MSI Claw an even tougher sell

Both configurations of the Asus ROG Ally gaming handheld have seen a price cut on Best Buy. The one with the AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme is currently at $599.99, while the unit with the regular Ryzen Z1 is $399.99. With these prices, the...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 16 Mar 2024 16:25
The AYANEO AM01 owes its design to vintage Apple Macintosh desktops. (Image source: AYANEO)

AYANEO AM01 mini-PC refreshed with new AMD Ryzen APU option for under $300

AYANEO has released a new version of its AM01 mini-PC, less than four months after presenting Ryzen 3 3200U and Ryzen 7 5700U variants. This time, the company has updated the AYANEO AM01 with more powerful silicon that starts at $...
Alex Alderson, 15 Mar 2024 13:38
Base config of the 2023 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 gets heavily discounted (Image source: NotebookcheckReviews)

Deal | Entry-level 2023 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 with AMD Ryzen 7 and Nvidia RTX 4050 nears all-time low

The base variant of the 2023 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 has seen a generous price cut on Best Buy. It has dropped to $899.99, which is a good sale price for a gaming laptop with Ryzen 7 7735HS and Nvidia RTX 4050. This config also pack...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 14 Mar 2024 19:02
XMG's latest Fusion and Core 15 gaming laptops feature thin, aluminium chassis and understated looks. (Image source: XMG)

New 15-inch XMG laptops take on Lenovo's Legion lineup with modern display options and premium materials

XMG has launched its latest Fusion 15 and Core 15 gaming laptops, which boast bright, 240 Hz, 16:10 displays alongside the latest Intel Core i9-14900HX and AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS CPUs and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPUs.
Julian van der Merwe, 14 Mar 2024 18:57
2024 Lenovo Legion R7000P launches a minor refresh in China (Image source: Lenovo)

2024 Lenovo Legion R7000P gaming laptop debuts with AMD Ryzen 7 8845H and Nvidia RTX 4060

Lenovo has officially launched the 2024 refresh of the Legion R7000P. As an upgraded gaming laptop, it comes with the latest AMD Ryzen 8845H processor, which is paired with the same GPU as the predecessor, the Nvidia RTX 4060. It'...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 14 Mar 2024 14:37
Lenovo Legion Slim 5 14 sees a handsome price cut on Best Buy (Image source: NotebookcheckReviews)

Deal | Lenovo Legion Slim 5 gaming laptop with 14.5" OLED screen, Ryzen 7, and RTX 4060 drops back to its record-low price

The 2023 Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (Gen 8) with AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, Nvidia RTX 4060, and 14.5" OLED display has dropped to $1,049.99 at Best Buy. This sale price of the gaming laptop is also a record low, making this deal offer a good ...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 13 Mar 2024 18:50
Lenovo quietly releases Core Ultra equipped ThinkPad X13 G5

Lenovo quietly releases Core Ultra equipped ThinkPad X13 G5

A release without any fanfare: Lenovo has released the new Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 5. The newest model sports Intel Core Ultra, also known as Meteor Lake. The X13 G5 will be available both with U and H CPUs, but it appears there a...
Benjamin Herzig, 13 Mar 2024 15:26
HP EliteBook 865 G10 reviewed

HP EliteBook 865 G10 review: Why isn't the series being refreshed like HP Spectre 16?

We were recently impressed by the many improvements made to the Spectre x360 16. HP has done exactly the opposite with the EliteBook of all things. Other than changing the processor, the company evidently hasn't done anything to a...
Christian Hintze, 12 Mar 2024 12:07
The updated ONEXPLAYER 2 Pro will be available globally in two memory configurations. (Image source: One-Netbook)

ONEXPLAYER 2 Pro: Launch pricing and release date announced for new AMD Ryzen 7 8840U refresh

One-Netbook has announced the release date of its ONEXPLAYER 2 Pro refresh, as well as launch pricing. Like its peers, One-Netbook has elected to only offer the gaming handheld with the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U initially, which combines ...
Alex Alderson, 11 Mar 2024 21:48
TSMC is back in the top 10 most valuable companies in the world. (Image: TSMC)

TSMC back in world's top 10 most valuable companies on back of AI rally

TSMC is back as one of the world's 10 most valuable companies after its stock surged on the back of strong sales driven by demand for AI chips.
Sanjiv Sathiah, 11 Mar 2024 10:14
XFX Speedster MERC 310 Radeon RX 7900 XTX Black Edition

AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX in our current review - AMD's top model impresses with a good price-performance ratio

Even though the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX has already been on the market for more than a year, the graphics card currently still belongs to the most powerful competitors in the high-end GPU segment. At less than 1,000 Euros (~$1,087)...
Sebastian Bade, 09 Mar 2024 15:29
Geekom A7

83% Geekom A7 with 0.5l case in review: Premium mini-PC with AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS, 32 GB DDR5 RAM and 2 TB SSD

Simple elegance! Visually, the Geekom A7 impresses with its stylish design. A look at the datasheet also promises a lot because you can expect a lot from an AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS. As a result, and also thanks to the pricing, the Geekom A7 is aimed at the premium segment. We analyze whether the mini PC lives up to this claim in the test with numerous measurements and benchmarks.
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | AMD Radeon 780M | | 417 g
Sebastian Bade, 08 Mar 2024 21:16
Blame ultrawide monitors like the Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED for AMD's new FreeSync specification update. (Image source: Samsung)

AMD FreeSync drops 60 Hz in the name of immersion — 144 Hz new minimum spec for tear-free gaming

AMD's next step for its FreeSync technology leaves 60 Hz monitors behind. FreeSync's updated specifications require a minimum of 144 Hz for desktop displays, but AMD hasn't completely abandoned older displays just yet.
Julian van der Merwe, 08 Mar 2024 19:11
Both ZBook Firefly G11 models lack support for EEC RAM. (Image source: HP)

HP announces ZBook Firefly G11 laptops with Intel Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen 8040HS processors

HP has refreshed the ZBook Firefly series. Now called the ZBook Firefly G11, the business laptops have received Intel Meteor Lake and AMD Ryzen 8040HS processor, as well as NVIDIA RTX A500 pro GPU and 2.8K OLED display options.
Alex Alderson, 08 Mar 2024 16:33
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