Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition ver. 2.0: AMD Introduces C3 :: Posted by THRASHER2
AMD promises that processors on Deneb core with the new C3 stepping will offer lower heat dissipation, improved overclocking potential and a few other enhancements. But will this make Phenom II X4 processors more attractive?
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AMD Phenom II X4 965 Rev. C3: Taking Power Down a Notch :: Posted by THRASHER2
"Taking the X4 965 down to 125 watts TDP is also a big win for AMD.
A lot of major OEMs look down on CPUs that are above 125 watts for many
desktop setups. Having to add a lot of cooling to a design to handle
higher TDPs is a simple fact of life, but most manufacturers do not want to
spend the time and money doing just that."
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Sapphire Radeon HD5770 CrossfireX Review @ High Tech Reviews :: Posted by THRASHER2
If one of the new Sapphire Radeon HD5770 video cards is capable of
playing DirectX 11 games, then two of them should make them perform
even better. Come along as we take two of these cards and use them
to benchmark DirectX 10.1 and DirectX 11 apps. The results for a
three hundred dollar setup may surprise you.
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AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition 3.4 GHz 125W Processor :: Posted by THRASHER2
"AMD has revised its current flagship CPU, the Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition into a slimmer electricity sipping 125W model, down from the initial 140W TDP processor released earlier this year. Since this is a refresh, there are only a few differences between the otherwise identical CPUs. New to the "C3" 125W revision AMD Phenom II X4 965 Black Edition is hardware implementation of the C1E enhanced halt state; basically a tool in the CPU power saving chest to reduce clock speeds on the fly."
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Enermax Galaxy EVO 1250W @ PureOverclock :: Posted by THRASHER2
"The Enermax Galaxy EVO 1250W is a monster unit that's designed for those consumers who require a high-wattage unit that brings top performance and a price tag to match. The original Enermax Galaxy was a legend in enthusiast circles, a trailblazer of kilowatt power supplies, and the Galaxy EVO is indeed an evolution of its predecessor, not only in name but in technological advancement and aesthetic styling. Let's take a closer look at the EVO and see if it can live up to its pedigree."
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Toshiba Satellite T135 Win 7 CULV Notebook Review :: Posted by THRASHER2
We're seeing more and more CULV notebooks hit the market these days. The growing sector of Consumer Ultra Low Voltage machines attempts to bridge the gap between lower cost netbooks and full-size notebooks, offering a more powerful chip than the ubiquitous Atom options we see in netbooks, but one that consumes less power than the mainstream Core 2 Duo processors we see in many full-size notebooks.
The Toshiba Satellite T100 Series fits in the CULV segment and attempts to offer the comfort and convenience of a standard laptop in an ultra-thin package. As the larger model in the T100 series, the T135 we look at ths in article features Windows 7, a 13.3-inch widescreen display and measures only 1.35 inches at its thickest point...
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Sparkle GeForce GTX 260 Plus 1792MB Video Card Review :: Posted by THRASHER2
آ“Today I will be looking at a GTX 260 by Sparkle, the GTX 260 Plus. This isnآ’t your typical GTX 260, as it sports 1792 megs of memory. I reviewed a couple of Radeon HD 4870 X2s that each had two gigs of memory, but they were actually two 4870s with 1GB of memory per GPU. This is a single GPU with not much less than two gigs for itself. Will this massive amount of graphics memory make a difference? Read on to see!"
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Heatpipe Wick Structures Exposed :: Posted by THRASHER2
"It's impossible to tell what type of wick a heatpipe uses in your favourite heatsink just by looking at it from the outside. The heatpipe would need to be cut open to find out the answer to that question, and doing so obviously destroy the thermal solution in the process. Instead we offer a rare look at behind the scenes technology which greatly influences thermal performance of modern CPU heatsinks - the heatpipe wick structure."
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Sapphire Radeon HD5870 Vapor-X @ HT4U.net :: Posted by THRASHER2
Sapphire presents the first Radeon HD 5870 card with an own cooling solution. It is also the first to be overclocked out of the box. HT4U.net ordered a sample to its lab
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Gameskulls GS-1 Tactical Gaming Helmet Review @ OCIA.net :: Posted by THRASHER2
"Tired of the same old boring gaming audio headgear? Looking for something unique to wear at your next LAN party? The guys over at Gameskulls may have just the thing you're looking for. It's the GS-1 Tactical Gaming Helmet, and it's definitely a whole lot different than any other gaming headset we've ever reviewed or even seen previously."
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Choiix Mini Air-Through Notebook Cooling Pad Review :: Posted by THRASHER2
آ“The ability to stay connected to the net whilst on the move is becoming more and more popular with netbooks being the latest must-have gadget. With more power and quicker speeds combined with a decrease in product size, the need for efficient and effective cooling is an ever-greater necessity. One way to supply extra cooling potential is through a notebook cooler; the marketplace has been hit with a wave of these coolers released left, right and centre and all claiming to offer effective cooling.
In reality though, many coolers just couldnآ’t hack it in terms of raw performance and just werenآ’t worth it. That said, added features such as USB hubs and such like have made some coolers a more tempting purchase. One such product that includes a hub to bolster its marketability is the Choiix Mini Air-Through Notebook Cooling Pad. Letآ’s take a lookآ…آ”
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OCZ Eclipse Double Laser Gaming Mouse Review :: Posted by THRASHER2
آ“Having a good gaming PC is more than just about having a good CPU, GPU or motherboard. Having the proper input peripherals is also key to your success on the gaming battlefield. With keyboards and mice seemingly becoming commodity products, with some prices in the single digit dollar amounts, this may not seem to be the case, but the increasing market for gaming-oriented peripherals has helped move along what otherwise would be a stagnant market.
Specifically, the market for gaming mice has had a two-fold effect: Besides pushing along the development of new feature, gaming mice have also kept alive the wired mouse. While many have switched to wireless mice, it seems that the gamer audience is not yet convinced. OCZ has been in the market for gamer-oriented peripherals for some time now, and one of their latest products, the Eclipse Double-Laser Gaming Mouse, promises to push the envelope even further. Can it deliver? آ“
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Vantec NexStar Universal Storage Adapter :: Posted by THRASHER2
"Today for review Iآ’ve got the Vantec NexStar Universal Storage Adapter, itآ’s a long name but it can do quite a bit. This product will allow you to access both SATA and IDE 2.5آ” and 3.5آ” drives along with 5.25آ” SATA and IDE Optical drives and even 66 types of memory cards, so it does live up to itآ’s name of being a universal adapter. "
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Airlink101 SkyIPCam777W Surveillance Camera Review :: Posted by THRASHER2
"Securing your home and business can be a costly venture. Some spend thousands of dollars on closed-circuit cameras and expensive installation. Today we will be taking a look at a wireless night-vision camera that can be monitored from your PC or 3G phone at a cost of under two hundred dollars. Say hello to the Airlink101 SkyIPCam777W."
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PowerMat Wireless Charging Unit @ TestFreaks :: Posted by THRASHER2
" The PowerMat is one of the most talked-about gadgets to hit shelves this fall. A wireless charging mat, the general concept of the mat is simple: place your electronic device on the mat, and it will charge. It is, in effect, trying to invent wireless electricity."
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Seagate XT 2TB SATA 6GB/s Hard Drive Testing @ Legit Reviews :: Posted by THRASHER2
"We had high hopes for SATA 6GB/s before we starting benchmarking one of these new platforms, but other than having some nice burst benchmark screen shots we don't have really anything else to show you. Seagate was kind enough to send over the Seagate XT 2TB hard drive for benchmarking and while the drive is great the performance benefits of SATA 6GB/s don't seem like it will create a mad dash for new motherboards or drives anytime soon. The Seagate marketing slide that talked about SATA 6GB/s maturing over the next 2-3 years really starts to make sense now that we have seen the performance numbers."
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AMD VISION Program Analysis for Desktop and Mobile :: Posted by THRASHER2
"Their focus on enriching the visual experiences consumers will have
with their products is also ingenious, but this strategy might turn off
tech-savvy users and some of our readership who believe this strategy to be
a ploy to get rid of old legacy components sitting in their warehouses.
Only time will tell who's right, but with mainstream consumers dominating
the PC market, and the price point of Intel CPUs in a higher bracket than
AMD, this strategy could pay off for AMD well into 2010."
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New Dell Adamo XPS Laptop Wows at Just 9.99mm Thin :: Posted by THRASHER2
"I've been playing with the Dell 9.99 for about a week now, and this product defines amazing. If you thought the MacBook Air was thin, this is about half the thickness of the Air. Dell pulled this off by increasing the length of the notebook, but this also raises the screen in use to a much more acceptable height for most notebooks. Because this thing is so different than the run-of-the-mill notebook product, both inside and out, words and pictures don't really do it justice. You really need to see it in person."
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Ultra X4 750 Watt Power Supply Giveaway @ OCIA.net :: Posted by THRASHER2
"As we all know, Halloween has come and gone, but that doesn't mean the fun has to end! That being said, we want to see your Halloween costume! Once you are registered, simply post a photo of yourself sporting your Halloween costume - it's that easy!"
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PhysX Performance Tests @ Ninjalane :: Posted by THRASHER2
At the conclusion of our tests we can easily see a progression of how PhysX has been implemented in different games and how those implementations can vary dramatically not only in effects but in required hardware. Some games worked best when more horsepower was available while others actually did better when hardware was clearly dedicated to a certain purpose.
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Motorola DROID Does? A Deep Dive Look :: Posted by THRASHER2
Verizon's DROID from Motorola finally goes on sale today & offers many things the iPhone just can't, like taking pictures in low light settings, a hardware keyboard, running simultaneous applications, a 5-megapixel camera, interchangeable batteries, and open development for the platform. The features are there but are they enough to convince users to switch?
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Eagle Arion ET-AR504LR-BK 2.1 Soundstage Speakers Review :: Posted by THRASHER2
It doesn't require a music-prodigy to appreciate good music on a nice set of speakers. But how can the average Joe distinguish a nice set of speakers from manufactured junk? Does the presence of a subwoofer, multiple speakers or a list of features guarantee a set will be high quality? Or can you be assured good performance by sticking to name-brands? At Benchmark Reviews we reviewed the Eagle Arion ET-AR504LR-BK 2.1 Soundstage Speakers using some objective, repeatable tests. These tests helped screen the important factors from the insignificant.
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Chieftec BL-01B PC Case Review @ ThinkComputers.org :: Posted by THRASHER2
آ“Today we get to look at a unique case, one that Iآ’ve never seen before. The Chieftec BL-01B is a case that allows you to mount a 19آ”-24آ” monitor right on it! Its L-Type design allows the case to use a VESA Monitor Mount. This case would be a great addition for a business, retail store, or someone just looking to save some space. Read on further to take a look at this one of a kind case."
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Corsair Obsidian 800D @ techPowerUp :: Posted by THRASHER2
Corsair takes their game to a new high with the Obsidian 800D, offering a full tower chassis with the company's unique device. The case does not only look massive, but also houses four hot-swappable hard drive bays along with an excellent cable management system and a window to show off the guts of the system.
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Crucial 4GB Kit DDR3-1333/PC3-10600 CT2KIT25664BA1339 Memory :: Posted by THRASHER2
After two high-end DDR3 RAM reviews it is again time for an inexpensive 4GB PC3-10600 CL9 kit.
The Crucial PC3-10600 4GB CL9 kit comes without heat spreader and is designed for a voltage of 1.5 V.
With this low Vmem no OC records were reached, but the result are nevertheless respectable.
All OC results and more details about the Crucial PC3-10600 4GB kit are shown in the new ocinside.de test report.
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ECS Elitegroup P55H-A :: Posted by THRASHER2
"Back in September we published a launch-day Linux preview of Intel's Lynnfield processors and provided Core i5 / Core i7 benchmarks. With that initial testing of the Lynnfield processors and the new Intel P55 Chipset we had used an Intel DP55KG "Kingsberg" motherboard, but since then many P55 motherboards from different vendors have flooded the market. One of the P55 motherboards to be introduced for the budget-conscious consumer is the P55H-A, which comes from ECS Elitegroup. This motherboard is very reasonably priced while offering support for up to DDR3-2200MHz memory (in an overclock mode), solid capacitors, dual PCI Express x16 slots, and S/PDIF audio support."
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SanDisk Extreme Pro 32gb Compact Flash Card @ TestFreaks :: Posted by THRASHER2
"Reviewing the new SanDisk Extreme Pro Compact Flash card is easier said than done due to its blazing speed. The card is so fast that every device I tested with the SanDisk Extreme Pro Compact Flash Card was slower than the CF card. "
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Apple Magic Mouse Review @ Digital Trends :: Posted by THRASHER2
"Apple's history with mice looks a lot like GM's history with economy cars. It's kind of sketchy. From the much-bemoaned "hockey puck mouse" of the late 90s to the translucent Apple Pro Mouse without a right click, Steve Jobs and company have never been squeamish about trampling function for fashion. So when Apple introduced the Magic Mouse, which forgoes any buttons or scroll wheels in favor of multi-touch capability, we approached it with trepidation."
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ASUS RT-N13U Wireless Router and Print Server Review :: Posted by THRASHER2
آ“As the price of home networking equipment falls, manufacturers are looking to include features which separate their product from the rest of the pack. Many routers include at least one USB port these days because of this. This USB port is generally used for either a printer or some kind of storage device, such as an external hard drive or flash drive. The ASUS RT-N13U is one such device. It unifies 802.11n wireless with a 10/100 switch and a lone USB port, which ASUS thinks your all-in-one printer would love. ThinkComputers reviews the ASUS RT-N13U wireless router"
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NZXT SENTRY 2 5.25" Touch Screen Fan Controller :: Posted by THRASHER2
"Today for review Iآ’ve got another product from our friends over at NZXT, itآ’s their new fan controller the Sentry 2. This isnآ’t just any fan controller though, it features a touch screen and it only takes up one 5.25آ” bay. Personally I like this product quite a bit, in my opinion itآ’s the best fan controller on the market today. Itآ’s easy to use, it works well and it looks great."
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