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Intel Arc A750 GPU spotted with 16GB memory and a powerful 512-bit bus
Sep 15, 2025, 16:00
manhkbrady
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An unreleased Intel Arc A750 has been found with a huge 512-bit bus, 16GB of GDDR6 memory, and dual 8-pin connectors.
An engineering prototype for Intel's ARC A750 graphics card has been discovered, revealing a previously unreleased ARC Alchemist GPU model that Intel contemplated launching. This particular Intel GPU sample is a 16GB ARC A750 unit from Gunnir, which has been acquired by @komenezumi1006.
This unreleased Intel ARC GPU seems to operate without issues. The GPU requires two 8-pin PCIe connectors for power and is labeled as having 16GB of GDDR6 memory over a 512-bit memory bus. In...
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Nintendo brings back Virtual Boy for a retro VR experience on Switch lineup
Sep 13, 2025, 10:00
manhkbrady
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Modern players can finally get a look at an odd piece of Nintendo history.
Nintendo has revealed that the Virtual Boy console will be returning as a “Nintendo Classics” experience for owners of the Switch and Switch 2.
Virtual Boy titles will be available on both Switch systems via Nintendo's “Switch Online + Expansion Pack” service, launching on February 17th, 2026. It’s important to note that this Virtual Boy emulation will necessitate new Nintendo hardware, requiring users to buy a plastic Virtual Boy headset that accommodates their Switch and Switch 2 consoles.
The new Virtual...
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Sony’s PS6 may drop the built-in disc drive, offering a detachable unit
Sep 10, 2025, 11:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
Sony may be looking to cut costs on its next console by making a detachable disc drive the new standard.
The PlayStation 5 will celebrate its fifth anniversary in November, and discussions regarding the not-yet-revealed PS6 have intensified recently. One potential feature that the anticipated successor console could inherit from the current PlayStation generation is a detachable disc drive.
Insider Gaming reports that incorporating a detachable disc drive could help Sony lower its production and shipping expenses for the PS6. Essentially, this design would enable consumers to opt for either a PS6 with a disc drive—aligning with traditional preferences—or a...
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Arc Battlemage B770 high-end GPU packaging already in prep at Intel
Sep 9, 2025, 16:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
A new shipping document hints that Intel's "Big Battlemage" GPU is getting closer to launch, with potential packaging for the Arc B770 being spotted.
It seems that Intel is gearing up to unveil a new ARC Battlemage graphics card. Leakers have detected packaging for Intel G31 and C32 graphics cards. The previous occurrence of similar leaks indicated that Intel’s ARC B580 was approximately 2.5 months away from its release.
The B31 (BMG-B31) GPU is the designated name for Intel’s high-end ARC Battlemage graphics card. This GPU is rumored to represent Intel’s ARC B770 graphics card. It will offer PC gamers a...
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Radeon’s upcoming RDNA 5 chiplet approach could reshape AMD’s GPU strategy
Sep 8, 2025, 06:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
Rumors suggest that AMD is planning to reintroduce a chiplet-based approach for its RDNA 5 graphics architecture.
AMD seems to be implementing a fresh chiplet-based strategy with its Radeon RDNA 5 GPU lineup. Reportedly, AMD can now leverage the same GPU chiplets to manufacture discrete GPUs, console SOCs, and PC APUs (which are CPUs with powerful integrated graphics).
The “GMD” (graphics memory die) chiplets by AMD are said to incorporate Shader Engines (SE), Compute Units (CU), Caches, and Memory Controllers (MC). For discrete GPUs, these chipsets can connect to PC chiplets that have video/media engines, PCIe connectivity, and...
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Steam Frame trademark filed by Valve points toward possible new hardware
Sep 5, 2025, 07:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
Valve has filed two trademarks for “Steam Frame,” related to “Computer Hardware” and ”Computer Game Consoles”
Valve has filed two trademarks for “Steam Frame,” one related to “Computer Hardware” and another pertaining to “Computer Game Consoles.” These trademarks suggest Valve's intention to introduce new hardware devices, building on its existing Steam Deck PC handheld.
It's important to highlight that Valve's trademarks are quite expansive. While they pertain to “Computer Hardware” and “Computer Game Consoles,” they also include video game accessories and computer peripherals. This implies that Valve’s Steam Frame might not necessarily be a console powered by...
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Roadmap leak indicates AMD’s Zen 6 mobile processors could debut in 2027
Sep 3, 2025, 04:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
New details have emerged about the next-generation CPUs from Intel and AMD, including their potential specifications and release timeline.
A leaked roadmap from an unverified laptop manufacturer has surfaced, outlining the upcoming CPU release plans for both AMD and Intel. This information, shared by @Momomo_us on Twitter/X, highlights what to expect in laptops for 2026 and 2027.
According to this roadmap, Intel’s Panther Lake CPUs are projected to launch in Q2 2026, indicating that the next generation of Intel mobile GPUs will also be available around that time. Intel has consistently asserted that Panther Lake CPUs...
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Report claims Valve will launch the Steam Deck 2 handheld console in 2028
Sep 2, 2025, 08:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
Based on recent rumors, a new Steam Deck won't be available for purchase for some time.
According to the informant KeplerL2, Valve does not intend to introduce a next-generation Steam Deck handheld in the foreseeable future. The leaker states that Valve aims to launch a "Steam Deck 2" handheld in 2028, allowing hardware manufacturers additional time to enhance their handheld gaming technologies.
Valve has indicated that they will only develop a second-generation Steam Deck handheld if they can achieve a significant generational performance improvement. By postponing the release, Valve can build its next Steam Deck...
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Specs leak reveals details on Sony’s next-generation PlayStation 'Canis'
Sep 2, 2025, 07:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
A new leak reveals the rumored specifications for Sony's PS6 'Canis' handheld, including its Zen 6 and RDNA 5 architecture.
Specifications for Sony's upcoming PlayStation 6 “Canis” handheld have been revealed, showcasing a device anticipated to significantly outperform the ROG Xbox Ally X in handheld gaming capabilities. Allegedly, the device includes AMD Zen 6 CPU cores and RDNA 5 graphics, with a potential release slated for late 2027.
According to leaked data from Moore's Law is Dead, Sony's new handheld will likely incorporate a total of six CPU cores. This configuration consists of four Zen 6c...
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Lenovo prepares to reveal its Legion Go 2 handheld with Ryzen Z2 Extreme
Sep 1, 2025, 13:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
Lenovo is anticipated to reveal its next-generation Legion Go 2 gaming handheld at IFA 2025 next week, equipped with AMD's new Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU.
According to a recent post by mobile leaker Evan Blass, the second iteration of the Legion Go 2 gaming handheld (which has yet to receive an official name) will be announced. MSI has already launched its Claw A8 gaming handheld that utilizes the Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU, and ASUS is reportedly set to disclose pricing for its new ROG Xbox Ally handheld in October, both of which leverage the Z2 Extreme chip from AMD.
The...
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The Framework Laptop 16 is receiving its long-awaited Nvidia GPU module
Aug 28, 2025, 11:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
Known for its highly repairable laptops, Framework is ending a busy year with a major new announcement.
In general, laptops offer limited upgradability. Usually, users are only able to enhance their storage and RAM, although this isn't always a possibility. Framework has introduced its second-generation Laptop 16, fulfilling its commitment to provide a laptop with upgradable graphics.
The initial Framework Laptop 16 was available with an AMD Radeon RX 7700S GPU option. This graphics card was attached via a slide-on module, with the assurance that users could later upgrade to a newer, more capable graphics card. That...
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GamersNexus hit with copyright strike over Nvidia AI GPU smuggling video
Aug 27, 2025, 10:00
manhkbrady
Hardware News
The claim focuses on a 75-second segment of a speech given by U.S. President Donald Trump, extracted from an almost three-hour investigation by Gamers Nexus.
A popular YouTube channel among PC hardware fans is facing a significant issue. Bloomberg has accused Gamers Nexus of copyright violation regarding a segment featuring President Trump speaking. Bloomberg's competing video on Nvidia AI GPU smuggling did not garner the anticipated number of views.
Renowned for its straightforward yet reliable reporting on PC hardware, Gamers Nexus frequently encounters controversy. Its most recent conflict is with Bloomberg, which has issued a copyright strike against the well-known YouTube channel....
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