AMD have just launched their first Zen core based processors with Ryzen 7 for Desktop computing, but only a few days after gone by and more news is now being shared about Naples; AMD’s attack on Intel’s dominance in Datacenters. AMD have argued that Intel have been sloppy with new hardware, and aren’t providing big […]
Intel’s 8th Generation CPU (Cannonlake) to continue using 14nm process
Intel’s 8th generation of processors codenamed Cannonlake won’t be making the jump to 10nm as previously thought, but instead will continue to use the same 14nm process that Intel has been using since Broadwell. This makes it 4 generations of CPU’s from Intel stuck on the same process. It wasn’t long ago that Intel changed […]
Dell intros new Inspiron 7000 range and XPS 13 2-in-1 laptop
Dell’s XPS has been a popular brand of laptop from the company for years, but things are stepping up a notch with Dell finally make the series a 2-in-1 laptop/tablet convertible. The effort aims to keep the same ultrathin bezel and overall building quality, but with the added benefit of complete swivel display. Dell also […]
Intel launch 7th generation processors and Z270 chipset for desktops
Intel have opened the curtain on their latest generation of processors, and with them the newest Z270 chipset. The new Kaby Lake processors have been leaked heavily before their official release, as it generally is with most tech nowadays, but none the less, let’s take a look at what the new processors and chipsets will […]
HP bringing a modular PC to the office with the Elite Slice
HP are clearly focusing more efforts on design this year, but the HP Elite Slice is not only aimed at looking good, but also brings some decent modular capabilities to the office, with options for sleek one user builds, or more conference needed PC’s. The base unit starts by offering up to 6th Generation Intel […]
The Pavilion Wave is the latest Desktop approch by HP
For the past while Desktop PC’s have come in all shapes and sizes, but taking a first glance at the latest HP Pavilion Wave, you would be forgiven if PC wasn’t first thought. The new design approach from HP features a triangular form with separate chambers for each of the main areas and an overall design […]
Intel no longer using Tick-Tock for processor development/release
Intel have announced they are moving away from their 2 year Tick-Tock cycle for an extended three year release. The Tick-Tock release has been used by Intel for the past decade. This technique involved using the same processing for two years, and then moving to a new process. Starting with a die size (e.g 22nm), […]
Samsung introduces new 13.3-inch and 15-inch Series 9 laptops
Samsung have just released details on their new Series 9 laptops. The new new computers will come with either 13.3-inch or 15-inch displays/form factor and aimed at offering the usual slim and lightweight laptop experience. Both laptops share mostly siilar specs and will sport either a Core-i5 or i7 processors, 4GB or 8GB of RAM, […]
Intel Broadwell-E leaks, shows possible 10-core CPU and 4 different SKU’s
Intel’s Broadwell may have gotten some serious delays, but Boardwell-E leaks are already starting to show, which could mean we will see the Haswell-E successor early next year. The 6950X is rumored to house an extra 2-cores over the previous extreme generation bringing the core count to double digitals with 10-cores and 20 threads. The CPU […]
Review: MSI Z170A Gaming M5 Motherboard
The delays in Broadwell led many to believe that Skylake would be pushed back as well, and with the launch of Broadwell only a few months ago, most were shocked to see Intel pushing out their latest generation of processors so quickly. The Architecture was simply finished, delaying the launch further because of the issue […]