Thunderbolt alternative OCuLink tested for eGPUs, Nvidia's RTX 4090 benchmarked
In context: For those unfamiliar with OCuLink, it is an optical interface developed over a decade ago, primarily for servers. However, it has recently gained attention for consumer uses, such as external GPUs. OCuLink offers higher bandwidth compared to Thunderbolt 4 – up to 64 Gbps versus 40 Gbps. This increased bandwidth opens up the possibility better eGPU performance compared to Thunderbolt.
Asus opens orders for dual-screen Zenbook Duo, starting at $1,499
Samsung's new QLC Flash could bring 16TB SSDs to market
Forward-looking: Multi-level memory cells (MLC) can store more than a single bit of digital information at the same time, and MLC chips are the cornerstone of modern solid-state drives. Samsung is about to introduce a new generation of SSDs based on quad-level memory cells (QLC), providing unprecedented areal density for storage applications.
Upgraded iPad Air, iPad Pro and MacBook Air could launch by the end of March
Modder crams a working Windows 11 PC into a mouse with a screen
The Best SSDs and Storage - Early 2024
Fast storage has become a commodity, and it is expected to become even bigger and faster in the years ahead. Our storage picks include the best SSDs, HDDs, NAS, portable and external storage.
Hobbyist builds fully functioning 16-bit CPU in Microsoft Excel
In a nutshell: In an impressive display of creativity and technical finesse, a hobbyist has managed to build a fully functioning 16-bit CPU entirely within Microsoft Excel. The project provides a unique hands-on way to explore low-level computing concepts and highlights Excel's flexibility beyond boring spreadsheets, letting anyone download and tinker with a miniature computer architecture.
Teamgroup readies new T-Force Ge Pro low-profile, low-wattage PCIe 5.0 SSDs
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra first reviews are out to positive impressions
Intel says major AI boost is coming in Panther Lake CPUs, on top of Arrow and Lunar Lake chip improvements
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Review: Most Powerful Integrated Graphics
The Ryzen 7 8700G is a Zen 4, Ryzen 7000-class processor that also includes a Radeon 700M GPU on the same chip. AMD says the iGPU will be powerful enough to play pretty much any PC game at 1080p.
Marvell: Where do they fit in the world of semiconductors?
Russia managed to illegally import $1.7B worth of US and European chips last year
Intel next-gen Lunar Lake processors may leverage Samsung's LPDDR5X RAM with 3D packaging
World's biggest extreme ultraviolet lithography (EUV) supplier grew 30 percent in 2023
AMD Ryzen 9000 Zen 5 CPU specs and launch timeframe revealed in latest leak
Analyst says Nintendo Switch 2 will launch this year, feature 8-inch LCD
Ryzen 9 5950X going for the all-time low price of $364
Apple is first in line for TSMC's 2nm chip supply
The Best CPU Coolers - Early 2024
How should you keep your CPU cool? The more powerful your CPU is, the bigger and better cooler you'll need, but rest assured our guide will cover many great options at every size and price point.
TSMC prepares for 1nm production as price hikes drive most semiconductor industry growth
AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT Review: Can AMD Kill the RTX 4060 Competition?
AMD's new Radeon RX 7600 XT is basically an RX 7600 with a 16 GB VRAM buffer, but is that worth paying a premium for? Measuring the benefits of extra VRAM can be complex as we'll explore in this review.