Hardware News

Acer has officially confirmed that it will unveil its next-generation gaming handheld, the Predator Atlas 8, during Computex 2026. The upcoming device will be powered by Intel’s new Arc G3 Extreme SoC and aims to compete with premium handheld gaming PCs by combining strong graphics performance with modern AI-powered gaming features. The Predator Atlas 8 will support up to 24GB of LPDDR5X-7467 memory and feature up to 12 Xe GPU cores based on Intel’s latest Arc graphics architecture. Built using Intel’s...

Valve has officially increased Steam Deck pricing following months of stock shortages tied to the ongoing global component and memory supply crisis. The company had previously acknowledged that shortages affecting DRAM and NAND memory were disrupting production across its hardware lineup, leading to frequent Steam Deck stock issues in supported regions. Now that new inventory has arrived, those refreshed units are launching with substantially higher prices attached. According to the updated Steam Deck product page on...

Rumors suggest AMD may soon launch the Radeon RX 9070 GRE globally after previously limiting the graphics card to the Chinese market. According to VideoCardz, retail packaging for the GPU has appeared without any Chinese branding, hinting that AMD could be preparing for a wider international release. Additional evidence comes from US-based prebuilt PC listings that mention Sapphire Pulse and Sapphire Pure RX 9070 GRE graphics cards. This suggests the GPU may already be circulating among distributors and system integrators...

ASUS has officially launched the ROG Zephyrus Duo GX651AX, bringing its latest dual-screen gaming laptop to the region with flagship hardware and a premium design. The 16-inch machine is aimed at gamers, streamers, and creators who want extra workspace without relying on external monitors, though the price reflects its ambitious feature set, maxing at $5500 / 5100€ / £4600 for exclusive preorder on the ASUS eShop starting 18 May 2026. The biggest highlight is its dual 16-inch ROG Nebula HDR OLED...

AMD has confirmed that production ramp-up has officially begun for its next-generation Zen 6 processors, starting with its upcoming 6th-generation EPYC “Venice” server CPUs. These chips are being manufactured using TSMC’s advanced 2nm process technology, marking a major step forward for AMD’s data center roadmap. The term “production ramp” refers to the point where a processor moves beyond limited engineering samples and into high-volume manufacturing intended for commercial deployment. In other words, AMD’s Venice processors are now considered production-ready and...

AMD has officially introduced its new Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series processors alongside the Ryzen AI Halo developer platform, signaling a major push toward running advanced AI workloads locally instead of relying entirely on cloud computing. The new Ryzen AI Max PRO 400 Series, codenamed “Gorgon Halo,” targets commercial AI PCs, compact desktop systems, and professional mobile workstations. AMD appears to be focusing heavily on AI acceleration and professional productivity rather than mainstream consumer gaming with this lineup. Three processor...

ASUS ROG has officially revealed the limited-edition ROG Crosshair 2006 motherboard, a special release celebrating the brand’s first-ever motherboard from 20 years ago. While the new board embraces retro-inspired styling, it also packs many of ASUS’ latest high-end motherboard technologies and enthusiast features. The ROG Crosshair 2006 takes visual inspiration from the original 2006-era Crosshair motherboard, blending classic design elements with modern hardware capabilities. One of its standout additions is a 2-inch OLED display positioned on the primary M.2 slot...

According to a new leak from known hardware insider chilleddog, AMD may be preparing a more affordable version of its popular Ryzen 7 7800X3D gaming processor. The rumored chip, reportedly called the Ryzen 7 7700X3D, would aim to bring AMD’s 3D V-Cache gaming performance to a lower price tier. Even in 2026, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D remains one of the strongest value-focused gaming CPUs on the market. It continues to offer excellent gaming performance at a...

ASUS has revealed a new custom version of its ROG Xbox Ally X handheld, this time inspired by Cyberpunk 2077. The special edition device was created in collaboration with CD Projekt Red and professional modding studio AK Mod, following ASUS’ earlier Kojima Productions-themed ROG Flow Z13 release from earlier this year. Unlike many themed gaming products that simply feature alternate colors or printed artwork, ASUS says this is the world’s first professional case mod for the ROG Xbox...

ASUS and Xreal have officially opened pre-orders for the new ROG Xreal R1 AR gaming glasses, bringing one of the most gaming-focused augmented reality headsets yet to market. First shown at CES 2026 and later unveiled in China, the glasses are now available through Xreal’s online store for $849 / 799€ / £749, making them significantly more expensive than most mainstream AR glasses currently available. For comparison, Xreal’s own flagship One Pro model typically sells for around $649, with discounts...

AMD has officially confirmed that FSR 4.1 upscaling will expand beyond RDNA 4 graphics cards, bringing support to older Radeon GPU generations as well. The announcement came directly from AMD Gaming chief Jack Huynh, marking a major shift for the company’s AI-powered upscaling technology. The first wave of expanded support will arrive in July 2026 for RDNA 3 graphics cards, which includes the Radeon RX 7000 series. These GPUs will gain access to FSR 4.1 across more than 300...

ASUS has officially revealed the ROG NUC 16, a compact 3-litre gaming PC that combines high-end hardware with a console-sized design. Despite being significantly smaller than both the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, the system is capable of delivering considerably more gaming performance. The new model can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX PLUS processor alongside Nvidia’s RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, making it one of the most powerful mini gaming PCs...