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AMD says DDR5 RAM prices may need two years to return to normal

AMD estimates that DDR5 memory supply won't return to normal until around 2028, potentially in time for the next GPU upgrade cycle.

AMD RDNA 5 GPUs may not arrive until 2028, say graphics card makers

AMD Radeon partners reportedly expect next-gen RDNA 5 GPUs to arrive between mid-2027 and early 2028, due to ongoing market conditions.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 Super launch is “back on track” for 2026 launch, according to leaker

The long-rumoured Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 Super refresh will now include a 5060 12GB, according to recent leaks.

Arctic switches up fan placement and sizes on its upcoming Freezer 61 CPU cooler

Featuring two reverse blade fans in a push-pull configuration, the Freezer 61 aims to remove any headaches involving RAM clearance.

MSI indulges its inner artist with gorgeous Van Gogh laptops

Covered in Van Gogh's Starry Night Over the Rhône and Starry Night paintings, these MSI laptops are undeniably striking.

be quiet! shows off new Light Loop IO LCD AIO water coolers, featuring an IPS display

Launching later this year, these 240mm and 360mm AIOs mark the first be quiet! coolers to feature a customisable screen.

Seasonic introduces Prime Enterprise PSUs, with OptiGuard protection and silicon 12V-2×6 cable

These beefy Seasonic power supplies boast 80Plus and Cybenetics Titanium efficiency ratings, and capacities up to 1,600W.

Noctua showcases next-gen low-profile CPU cooler, at just 70mm tall

Billed as a "completely reconceived NH-L12", Noctua promises this cooler will be short in stature but big on thermal performance.

Gigabyte debuts Aorus Elite FM275K16P, the world’s first 5K Multi Mode Mini LED glossy gaming monitor

Featuring three resolution modes and a suite of other niceties, the Aorus Elite FM275K16P shows promise as a premium gaming montior.

be quiet! offers sneak peek at Pure Base 803 PC cases

These early Pure Base 803 prototypes show plenty of promise, with variants that focus on case airflow or aesthetics.

Arctic unveils Xtender Mini microATX PC case, with optional AIO water cooler bundle

The Xtender Mini brings the aesthetics of Arctic's flagship case down to a smaller size, with smart design changes for the form factor.

be quiet! trims its Light Mount mechanical keyboard down to TKL size

The Light Mount TKL ditches the side buttons and of its full-size variant, while retaining the same high quality build and gorgeous RGB.

Hyte debuts Y50 RGB PC case, offering flashy aquarium aesthetics for $99

The Y50 RGB offers a high-quality panoramic build as its siblings but forgoes vertical GPU mounting for a lower price point.

Alienware makes the jump to Penta Tandem QD-OLED with new 34in ultrawide monitor

The AW3426DW comes with all the latest QD-OLED innovations, and could prove pleasingly affordable thanks its 280Hz refresh rate.

Noctua’s new liquid cooler can now handle an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D with no pump

Noctua's thermosiphon cooler achieves AIO liquid cooler performance without using a pump, providing quieter, more reliable operation.

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