Graphics card pricing remains a contentious issue among PC gamers, despite the end of pandemic shortages and the decline of the crypto boom that initially inflated prices. High-end Nvidia cards like the RTX 4080 and RTX 4090 are still being sold well above their suggested retail price, causing frustration among consumers. Amidst the inflated prices,
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In the tech world, GPU shortages due to mining demand have been a well-known issue in recent years. However, as we move into 2024, a new trend seems to be emerging – the rise of CPU mining. Specifically, AMD Ryzen processors are now in high demand for mining operations, causing potential supply shortages and price
The Nvidia RTX 4090 has reigned as the world’s fastest GPU for over a year now, maintaining its dominance in the market. With a price tag of around $2,000, significantly higher than its official price of $1,599, it can be quite a hefty investment for gamers looking to upgrade. However, one cost-effective way to acquire
The Snapdragon X Elite processor for Windows PCs, announced by Qualcomm, has raised expectations due to its powerful specs. However, the initial pricing of laptops equipped with this processor, such as the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge, puts them in the same price range as high-end Apple products. The comparison to the MacBook Air, with a
LG recently announced a significant investment of an additional billion dollars into OLED panel production facilities. This move is said to increase the production of various OLED displays, ranging from phone-sized panels to TVs, including PC monitors. The plan is projected to boost panel production by around 20% this year compared to 2023. However, the
In recent years, there has been a clear trend of flagship graphics cards increasing in their maximum power consumption. The latest models, such as the RTX 4090, RTX 3090 Ti, and AMD’s RX 7900 XTX, are pushing the boundaries with power ratings exceeding 400W and in some cases even reaching 1,000W. These numbers may seem
The recent data from Jon Peddie Research reveals a positive trend in graphics card sales, with an increase for the third consecutive quarter. The most notable improvement is the 32% year-on-year growth when comparing Q4 2023 to the same period in 2022. However, while overall sales are on the rise, the numbers paint a grim
When it comes to choosing an all-in-one liquid cooler for your PC, you may think that the materials listed on the manufacturer’s specs sheet are accurate. However, a recent investigation by Igor’s Lab has revealed that this is not always the case. Igor’s Lab tore apart six 120mm liquid coolers for testing, and the results
When it comes to affordable image quality in gaming monitors, the Dough Spectrum One stands out as an excellent option. Priced at just $400 for the matte version, it offers a high refresh rate 4K display that rivals more expensive models on the market. While it may not have the high contrast goodness of the
In today’s market, there is a significant emphasis on finding budget-friendly gaming laptops that offer the best value for your money. The RTX 40-series laptops have been dominating the scene, especially with the introduction of new models featuring the latest Intel and AMD CPUs. This raises the question: is it even worth considering an RTX