GIGABYTE scrambled to issue an apology, after they were boycotted over their claims of “low quality” manufacturing in China!
Find out what’s going on between GIGABYTE and China!
GIGABYTE Trips Over Claims Of Low Quality Manufacturing In China!
This brouhaha started over the GIGABYTE’s claim that they choose to avoid “low cost” and “low quality” manufacturing in China, manufacturing their laptops instead in Taiwan.
Here is our English translation of what GIGABYTE posted :
MIT
Made In Taiwan Demanding High Quality
Strict quality control is assured by adhering to Taiwanese manufacturing. Unlike other brands that opt for low cost and low quality OEM manufacturing in China, GIGABYTE is committed to creating outstanding and powerful components and laptops.
As a local Taiwanese manufacturer of components and laptops, we guarantee that 90% of our laptops are made in Taiwan, assuring you of high quality control and high quality products.
China Boycotts GIGABYTE Over Low Quality Claims!
Once Chinese netizens discovered what GIGABYTE posted, their outrage was soon made manifest.
On 11 May 2021, the Communist Youth League of China responded with this short message on Weibo – “GIGABYTE, who gave you the courage to say this?”
They also highlighted the part that said, “Unlike other brands that opt for low cost, low quality OEM manufacturing in China…”
Chinese e-commerce companies – JD, Tmall and Suning – swiftly removed all GIGABYTE products from their platforms.
GIGABYTE Quickly Issues Apology
The official Weibo account of AORUS GIGABYTE E-Sports quickly issued a statement of apology, stating :
A few days ago, parts of the text published on our official website are seriously inconsistent with the facts. This was a result of poor internal management of our company.
We sincerely apologise for the discomfort caused to you. At the same time, we also thank gamers and consumers for their attention to our company.
GIGABYTE’s product business includes boards, laptops, computer peripherals, accessories, etc, with production lines all over mainland China, and its production capacity accounts for more than 90%. GIGABYTE is proud of the quality of Chinese production. Chinese production have helped GIGABYTE in creating excellent products and high-quality experiences for customers around the world. The product quality has withstood the test of the market and consumers for many years.
GIGABYTE has been operating in mainland China for more than 20 years, and will conduct a thorough review of the inappropriate remarks and carry out corrective actions to comply with national principles. GIGABYTE will strengthen internal management and training to ensure that all employees are aware of the problem and pay attention to it.
GIGABYTE Technology
11 May 2021
We are not sure if the Chinese authorities would consider this post an official apology, as it was posted by AORUS GIGABYTE E-Sports, which belongs to Ningbo Zhongjia Technology and Trade Co. Ltd. – a subsidiary of Taiwan Gigabyte Technology Co. Ltd.
Officially, GIGABYTE Technology hasn’t issued any statement.
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Find out what AMD Smart Access Memory is all about, and how to turn it on for a FREE BOOST in performance!
Smart Access Memory : PCIe Resizable BAR for AMD!
Smart Access Memory is AMD’s marketing term for their implementation of the PCI Express Resizable BAR (Base Address Registers) capability.
What does that mean exactly?
CPUs are traditionally limited to a 256 MB I/O memory address region for the GPU frame buffer. This of it as an “data dump” for stuff like textures, shaders and geometry.
Since this “data dump” is limited to 256 MB, the CPU can only send texture, shader and geometry data as and when the GPU requires them.
This introduces some latency – delay from when the GPU requires the data, and the CPU send them.
Turning on Resizable BAR or Smart Access Memory greatly expands the size of that data dump, letting the CPU directly access the GPU’s entire frame buffer memory.
Instead of transferring data when requested by the GPU, the CPU processes and stores the data directly in the graphics memory.
Graphics assets can be transferred to graphics memory in full, instead of in pieces. In addition, multiple transfers can occur simultaneously, instead of being queued up.
While this AMD graphic above suggests that Smart Access Memory will widen the memory path (and thus memory bandwidth) between the CPU and GPU, that is not true.
Smart Access Memory / Resizable BAR will not increase memory bandwidth.
What it does is let the CPU directly access the entire GPU frame buffer memory, instead of using the usual 256 MB “dump”. That reduces latency because the graphics assets are now accessible by the GPU at all times.
AMD Smart Access Memory : Performance Gains
According to AMD, enabling Smart Access Memory will give you a small but free boost of 5% to 11% in gaming performance.
You can expect up to 16% better performance in some games, but no effect in certain games. But overall, you get a free boost in performance. There is simply no reason not to enable Smart Access Memory.
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AMD Smart Access Memory : Requirements
Since Smart Access Memory is just an AMD implementation of PCI Express Resizable BAR. Therefore, it can be be implemented for all PCI Express 3.0 and PCI Express 4.0 graphics cards and motherboards.
If you have all of those supported components above, and updated your motherboard BIOS, you need to manually enable Smart Access Memory.
Now, the method will vary from motherboard to motherboard, and it probably won’t even be called Smart Access Memory.
Instead, look for variations of Above 4G Decoding, or Resizing BAR, or Resizable BAR, or Re-Size BAR Support.
AMD Generic Method
AMD has provided these generic steps to enable Smart Access Memory :
Enter the System BIOS by press <DEL> or <F12> during the system startup.
Navigate to the Advanced Settings or Advanced menu.
Enable “Above 4G Decoding” and “Re-Size BAR Support“.
Save the changes and restart the computer.
Step-by-Step Method For ASUS Crosshair VIII Hero
In our guide, we are using the ASUS CROSSHAIR VIII Hero (AMD X570) motherboard, as an example :
First you will need to turn off CSM (Compatibility Support Module), or make sure it’s disabled.Go to the Boot menu and look for a CSM / Compatibility Support Module option.
Set CSM (Compatibility Support Module) to Disabled.
Go to the Advanced menu and look for the PCI Subsystem. In other motherboards, look for PCIe / PCI Express configuration options.
Enable Above 4G Decoding.
This will give you access to the Re-Size BAR Support option. Set it to Auto.
Now go to the Exit menu, and select Save Changes & Reset.
It will ask you to confirm the changes. Just verify both, and click OK.
CSM is disabled by default for the ASUS, ASRock and MSI motherboards. However, it is enabled by default in the GIGABYTE AORUS X570 Master.
If you installed Windows without first turning CSM off, it will be configured as non-UEFI. It will NOT boot if you enable Resizable BAR Support (Smart Access Memory).
You will need to reinstall Windows with CSM support disabled.
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Many gamers are gripping about how difficult it is to buy one, but a quick check reveals that there are really quite a lot of RTX 3070, RTX 3080 and RTX 3090 graphics cards for sale.
RTX 3070 / 3080 / 3090 : Their Price Is The BIG Problem!
As the list above shows, there are many shops selling all three cards. The only country where there appears to be some shortage would be the UK.
The bigger problem really is the absurd prices some of these cards are selling for at these online shops.
The GeForce RTX 3070 has a starting price of $499, while the GeForce RTX 3080 has a starting price of $699. Yet they are both selling for 2-3X that in the US and the UK, and 50-100% more in other countries.
Only the GeForce RTX 3090, with its astronomical starting price of $1,499, has not seen ridiculous price scalping. It is only 20-30% more expensive around the world.
Of course, price is highly-dependent on supply and demand, but that is partly because NVIDIA and their partners appear to be closing an eye on scalping.
Until there is some price control, it appears to be profitable for some retailers to hold onto their cards, and offer them at high price points.
The only way around this is for consumers to hold off on buying overpriced cards, and opt for older cards with far better value instead.
So they are not the fastest cards in the world, but they are still very powerful graphics cards in their own right. Heck, are you buying a graphics card to play games, or to show off?
Instead of getting frustrated at scalpers, buy the best value graphics card you can afford and go play some games!
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GIGABYTE is often the first to announce new motherboards, and they are right on the dot with the new AMD TRX40 chipset!
Here is EVERYTHING you need to know about the four new GIGABYTE TRX40 motherboards for the 3rd Gen Ryzen Threadripper processors!
GIGABYTE TRX40 Threadripper Motherboards
At launch, GIGABYTE is introducing four AMD TRX40 motherboards – three under the AORUS sub-brand, and the fourth is a Designare model. Let’s check them out :
GIGABYTE TRX40 AORUS MASTER
16+3 Phases Infineon Digital VRM Solution with 70A Power Stage
Advanced Thermal Design with Fins-Array Heatsink, Heatpipe with Extended Heatsink and NanoCarbon Baseplate
AQUANTIA 5GbE LAN and IntelGbE LAN with cFosSpeed
3 Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 with Thermal Guards
Onboard Intel WiFi 6 802.11ax 2T2R & BT 5
130dB SNR AMP-UP Audio with High-End ESS SABRE 9218 DAC, ALC1220-VB and WIMA Audio Capacitors
USB TurboCharger for Mobile Device Fast Charge Support
RGB FUSION 2.0 with Multi-Zone Addressable LED Light Show Design, Support Addressable LED & RGB LED Strips
Smart Fan 5 Features Multiple Temperature Sensors, Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP and Noise Detection
Front & Rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Header
GIGABYTE TRX40 AORUS XTREME
16+3 Phases Infineon Digital VRM Solution with 70A Power Stage
Thermal Reactive Armor Design with Fins-Array Heatsink, 8mm Mega-Heatpipe and NanoCarbon Baseplate
Intel X550-AT2 Dual 10GbE BASE-T LAN with cFosSpeed
4 Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 with Thermal Guards
Exclusive AORUS Gen4 AIC Adaptor for Extra 4 NVMe PCIe 4.0/3.0 x4 M.2
Smart Fan 5 features Multiple Temperature Sensors, Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP and Noise Detection
Front & Rear USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Header
GIGABYTE TRX40 Motherboards : Specifications
To make it easier for you to compare the four GIGABYTE TRX40 motherboard models, we created this comparison table :
Specifications
TRX40
AORUS Master
TRX40 AORUS Xtreme
TRX40 AORUS PRO WiFi
TRX40 Designare
Form Factor
E-ATX
XL-ATX
ATX
XL-ATX
Chipset
AMD TRX40
CPU Support
3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Threadripper processors
Memory Support
8 x DDR4-3200 slots
Max. 256 GB, OC up to DDR4-4400
BIOS
2 x 128 Mbit AMI EUFI BIOS
PCIe 4.0 x16 Slots
2 @ x16 speed
2 @ x8 speed
2 @ x16 speed
2 @ x8 speed
2 @ x16 speed
2 @ x8 speed
2 @ x16 speed
2 @ x8 speed
PCIe 4.0 x1 Slots
1
NA
1
1
M.2 Sockets
3
4
3
4
SATA 6Gb/s Ports
8
10
8
8
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Ports
5 x Type A
1 x Type C
7 x Type A
1 x Type C
5 x Type A
1 x Type C
5 x Type A
1 x Type C
USB 3.2 Headers
1 x Gen 2
4 x Gen 1
1 x Gen 2
4 x Gen 1
1 x Gen 2
4 x Gen 1
1 x Gen 2
4 x Gen 1
USB 2.0 Ports
2 x Type A
NA
4 x Type A
2 x Type A
USB 2.0 Headers
4
4
4
4
LAN
Aquantia 5GbE
Intel GbE
2 x Intel 10GbE
Intel GbE
2 x Intel GbE
WiFi
Intel WiFi 6 AX200 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.0
GIGABYTE TRX40 Motherboards : Availability
As the 3rd Gen Ryzen Threadripper processors and their AMD TRX40 chipset will only be launched on 25 November 2019, GIGABYTE cannot officially announce price and availability.
We will update this article when we have more information, so check back on or after 25 November for their price and availability!
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Prices of NVIDIA RTX Super cards are currently high in Malaysia, probably due to high demand. To help you get the best prices possible, here are the CHEAPEST deals for the RTX Super cards!
NVIDIA RTX SUPER – A Quick Review!
NVIDIA announced three RTX Super models, two of which replaces existing GeForce RTX models :
The GeForce RTX 2060 survives to remain the cheapest RTX card you can buy, while the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti remains the top-of-the-line RTX graphics card that money can buy.
The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER(US | UK | MY) has the full NVIDIA TU104 GPU with 192 TMUs and 64 ROPS, delivering a peak output of 349 GT/s and 116 GP/s.
Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory runs at a higher speed speed of 1937.5 MHz, giving it a peak memory bandwidth of 496 GB/s.
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Currently, the price of the average RTX 2080 SUPER custom card is significantly higher than the RTX 2080 SUPER Founders Edition. So it might make a lot more sense to get that instead, or wait until prices drop a little.
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Currently, the price of the average RTX 2070 custom card is significantly higher than the RTX 2070 SUPER Founders Edition. So it might make a lot more sense to get that instead, or wait until prices drop a little.
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This gives it 136 TMUs and 64 ROPS, delivering a peak output of 224 GT/s and 106 GP/s, thanks to its higher clock speeds.
Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory runs at a speed of 1750 MHz, giving it a peak memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
By offering significantly better performance with 2 GB more graphics memory than the RTX 2060 for just $50 extra, the new GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is set to be the hottest-selling RTX SUPER model.
For more details on the RTX 2060 SUPER, we recommend these articles :
Currently, the price of the average RTX 2060 custom card is significantly higher than the RTX 2060 SUPER Founders Edition. So it might make a lot more sense to get that instead, or wait until prices drop a little.
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This gives it 136 TMUs and 64 ROPS, delivering a peak output of 224 GT/s and 106 GP/s, thanks to its higher clock speeds.
Its 8 GB of GDDR6 memory runs at a speed of 1750 MHz, giving it a peak memory bandwidth of 448 GB/s.
By offering significantly better performance with 2 GB more graphics memory than the RTX 2060 for just $50 extra, the new GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is set to be the hottest-selling RTX SUPER model.
For more details on the RTX 2060 SUPER, we recommend these articles :
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We earlier shared that GIGABYTE is prepping a total of 8 Radeon RX 5700 models, so these two reference designs are just the first out the door.
In the coming days, they will be introducing the AORUS and GAMING versions of the Radeon RX 5700 XT and Radeon RX 5700, with these model numbers :
RX 5700 XT
RX 5700
AORUS Series
GV-R57XTAORUS-8GD
GV-R57AORUS-8GD
Gaming Series
GV-R57XTGAMING OC-8GD
GV-R57GAMING OC-8GD
GV-R57XTGAMING-8GD
GV-R57GAMING-8GD
Shockingly, GIGABYTE will only release just eight AMD Navi cards. In contrast, they are expected to release a whopping 69 NVIDIA GeForce SUPER RTX cards!
The AMD Radeon RX 5700 series of graphics cards is built around the new AMD Navi GPU that uses the new RDNA architecture and fabricated on the 7 nm process technology.
Its redesigned Compute Units deliver 1.25X higher performance per clock, and up to 1.5X better performance per watt.
Here is a quick comparison between the Radeon RX 5700 XT, and the Radeon RX 5700 models :
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Check out the first six GIGABYTE GeForce RTX SUPER graphics cards, as well as the other 63 GIGABYTE RTX SUPER cards they will launch later…
The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX SUPER Graphics Cards
We earlier shared that GIGABYTE is prepping a whopping 69 Super RTX models. Now, GIGABYTE has officially revealed the first six Super RTX models for their AORUS series and GAMING series.
The AORUS GeForce RTX SUPER series will have three models, at least initially.
AORUS GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER 8G
AORUS GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER 8G
AORUS GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER 8G
All three AORUS GeForce RTX SUPER models will feature :
top-of-the-line overclocked GPUs, certified by the GIGABYTE GPU Gauntlet sorting technology,
WINDFORCE 3x 100mm stacked fans, with three ring RGB lighting effects, and
seven video outputs – 3 HDMI, 3 DP, one USB-C
The WINDFORCE 3x 100mm stacked fans not only reduce the length of the card, they generate more air pressure for better cooling.
In addition, the alternate spinning fans help to solve the problem of turbulence from the three fans, which improves air pressure and cooling capability.
These will also be the only cards in the market to offer 7 video outputs, in the form of 3 HDMI ports, 3 DP ports and one USB-C port.
The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX SUPER GAMING series will have three models, at least initially.
GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER GAMING OC 8G
GeForce RTX 2070 GAMING OC SUPER 8G
GeForce RTX 2060 GAMING OC SUPER 8G
These GIGABYTE GeForce RTX SUPER GAMING models will offer :
Triple Alternate Spinning fans
Composite heat pipes with direct contact
Metal backplate and RGB lighting
The triple fans feature GIGABYTE’s patented Alternate Spinning fan technology, with a unique fan blade design. The increased airflow will help keep the heatsink cool as heat from the GPU is transferred by composite heat pipes.
We had earlier shared that GIGABYTE is prepping a whopping 69 GeForce RTX SUPER models, so these first 6 are just the tip of the iceberg.
In the coming days, they will be introducing new RTX SUPER models for their GAMING OC WHITE series, TURBO series and the WINDFORCE OC series with triple and dual fan options.
Here is the full list of the 69 GeForce RTX SUPER models we expect GIGABYTE to introduce :
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Komachi just discovered a treasure trove – the Radeon RX 5700 and RX 5700 XT graphics cards that ASUS and GIGABYTE will soon announce!
Here is the full list of ASUS and GIGABYTE RX 5700 and RX 5700 XT models that will be coming shortly to a store near you!
The AMD Radeon RX 5700 Series
The AMD Radeon RX 5700 series of graphics cards is built around the new AMD Navi GPU that uses the new RDNA architecture and fabricated on the 7 nm process technology.
Its redesigned Compute Units deliver 1.25X higher performance per clock, and up to 1.5X better performance per watt.
Here is a quick comparison between the Radeon RX 5700 XT, and the Radeon RX 5700 models :
Specifications
Radeon
RX 5700 XT
Radeon
RX 5700
Transistor Count
10.3 Billion
10.3 Billion
Die Size
251 mm²
1 mm²
Compute Units
40
40
Stream Processors
2560
2304
Base Clock
1605 MHz
1465 MHz
Game Clock Clock
1755 MHz
1625 MHz
Boost Clock Clock
1905 MHz
1725 MHz
Peak Performance
9.75 TFLOPS
7.95 TFLOPS
Texture Fill Rate
304.8 GP/s
248.4 GP/s
ROPS
64
64
Pixel Fill Rate
121.9 GP/s
110.4 GP/s
Memory Interface
256-bits
256-bits
Graphics Memory
8 GB GDDR6
8 GB GDDR6
Memory Bandwidth
448 GB/s
448 GB/s
Board Power
225 W
185 W
ASUS Radeon RX 5700 Graphics Cards
Here is the first slew of ASUS Radeon RX 5700 graphics cards :
ASUS Radeon RX 5700 Graphics Cards
RX 5700 XT
RX 5700
ROG Strix Series
OG-STRIX-RX5700XT-O8G-GAMING
ROG-STRIX-RX5700-O8G-GAMING
ROG-STRIX-RX5700XT-A8G-GAMING
ROG-STRIX-RX5700-A8G-GAMING
ROG-STRIX-RX5700XT-8G-GAMING
ROG-STRIX-RX5700-8G-GAMING
TUF Gaming 3X Series
TUF3-RX5700XT-A8G-GAMING
TUF3-RX5700-O8G-GAMING
TUF3-RX5700XT-8G-GAMING
TUF3-RX5700-A8G-GAMING
TUF3-RX5700XT-O8G-GAMING
TUF3-RX5700-8G-GAMING
Dual Series
DUAL-RX5700-O8G-EVO
DUAL-RX5700-A8G-EVO
DUAL-RX5700-8G-EVO
Reference Series
RX5700XT-8G
RX5700-8G
ASUS should release seven Radeon RX 5700 XT cards, and ten Radeon RX 5700 cards – a total of 17 cards.
A respectable number, but still far fewer than the 33 Super RTX cards they are also going to release!
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 5700 Graphics Cards
Here is the first slew of GIGABYTE Radeon RX 5700 graphics cards :
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 5700 Graphics Cards
RX 5700 XT
RX 5700
AORUS Series
GV-R57XTAORUS-8GD
GV-R57AORUS-8GD
Gaming Series
GV-R57XTGAMING OC-8GD
GV-R57GAMING OC-8GD
GV-R57XTGAMING-8GD
GV-R57GAMING-8GD
Reference Series
GV-R57XT-8GD-B
GV-R57-8GD-B
Shockingly, GIGABYTE will only release just eight AMD Navi cards – four Radeon RX 5700 XT cards, and four Radeon RX 5700 cards.
In contrast, they are expected to release a whopping 69 Super RTX cards!
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GIGABYTE just unveiled the AORUS M4, an ambidextrous gaming mouse, with a 6400 dpi sensor and RGB lighting. Here is a quick primer on the new GIGABYTE AORUS M4 gaming mouse!
The GIGABYTE AORUS M4 Gaming Mouse
The GIGABYTE AORUS M4 gaming mouse is ambidextrous, being fully symmetrical to suit both right- and left-handed eSports players.
With an optimal weight distribution and ergonomics, it will give players a comfortable grip with side buttons on both sides.
6400 dpi optical sensor
The GIGABYTE AORUS M4 has a high-resolution 6400 dpi optical sensor.
Designed for competitive gaming, it is capable of 200 ips tracking speed, and 50G acceleration.
You can also fine-tune its sensitivity in 50 dpi increments to suit your gaming style.
Japanese Omron switches
The Japanese Omron switches on both buttons give a crisp and efficient response when you click on them. They will also last a lifetime – over 50 million clicks!
32-bit ARM processor
The GIGABYTE AORUS M4 is runs on a 32-bit ARM processor, which gives it a much faster processing ability for low-latency performance.
AORUS Engine
Using the AORUS Engine, users can configure the mouse buttons to a specific command. This allows them to quickly perform custom actions with a single click.
RGB Fusion 2.0
The AORUS M4 also supports RGB Fusion 2.0, allowing it to be linked to other AORUS devices for synchronised lighting effects!
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At CES 2019, GIGABYTE revealed their latest storage product – the AORUS RGB SSD Series! And they are launching it in not one, but two, form factors – AIC and M.2.
The GIGABYTE AORUS RGB SSD Series Revealed!
AORUS RGB M.2 SSD
The GIGABYTE AORUS RGB M.2 SSD is available in two storage capacities – 256 GB and 512 GB. It delivers sequential read speeds up to 3480 MB/s and sequential write speed up to 2000 MB/s and is built with anodized, aluminium heatsinks.
The AORUS RGB M.2 SSD also features digital LED lighting that synchronises with AORUS motherboard, and a hairline finish on its heatsink.
AORUS RGB AIC SSD
The AORUS RGB AIC SSD offers larger storage capacity sizes of 512 GB and 1 TB, with sequential read speeds up to 3480 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 3080 MB/s.
It comes with a 5 mm thick dark grey aluminium matte heatsink with a cross-cut design for increased heat dissipation area, as well as a thick LAIRD thermal pad.
The AORUS RGB AIC SSD’s heatsink has also been treated with fine sandblasting on the surface, multi-step anodisation and laser engraving. Even its screw holes were CNC processed for accuracy and aesthetics.
Finally, it boasts frontside RGB lighting with default RGB wave patterns. You can also customise its lighting effects using the new RGB Fusion 2.0 app.
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The GIGABYTE X299 AORUS Master motherboard has just been announced. Take a look at the key features of the latest Intel X299 motherboard from GIGABYTE!
The GIGABYTE X299 AORUS Master Motherboard!
The GIGABYTE X299 AORUS MASTER motherboard provides the flexibility for users to enhance their motherboard’s graphical performance through multi-graphical configurations.
It also features a unique PCIe express design which utilizes all 44 lanes from the CPU for the full bandwidth.
Its ultra-durable one piece stainless steel shielding PCIe Armor with Double Locking Bracket adds extra sturdiness to the PCIe slot to prevent heavy graphics cards from bending the PCIe slots with their weight and causing damage to the slots.
Lastly, RGB Fusion adds impressive aesthetic flair to the GIGABYTE 299 AORUS MASTER motherboard and supports the use of digital LED lighting strips for extra lighting effects, supporting both 5V or 12V addressable lighting strips and up to 300 lights.
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Taipei, Taiwan, October 22nd, 2018 – GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd, launched its newest flagship Z390 AORUS XTREME motherboard today.
With the highest power phase count of any Z390 motherboard on the market, the new AORUS flagship motherboard features a 16-Phase Digital IR VRM design and state-of-the-art thermal design for optimized power and thermal management to unleash the full overclocking potential of the new 8-core Intel Core i9-9900K processor.
The GIGABYTE Z390 AORUS XTREME Revealed!
The new 8-Core Intel Core i9-9900K processor is built on the 14 nm process technology and support the LGA 1151 socket. The 16-Phase Digital IR VRM design paired with solid pin power connectors not only provide a highly stable power supply but also reduces heat generated from overclocking or heavier workloads to prevent overheating from affecting performance.
Automatic Phase Balance Design
The automatic phase balance design not only regulates the loading of the 16-Phase power design but also reduces the operating frequency of the VRM controller chip, minimizing power consumption and heat generated from the PWM.
This design improves power efficiency, durability, and service life significantly. Furthermore, GIGABYTE’s 2x Copper PCB with a larger CPU power delivery plane not only offers more power supply stability, it also reduces excess heat generated from overclocking or heavy workloads to prevent power supply issues or overheating from slowing performance.
Fins-Array + Direct Touch Heatpipes
With 3 times more heat dissipation surface area compared to standard heatsinks, Fins-Array Technology bolsters heat dissipation on the Z390 AORUS XTREME. GIGABYTE upgraded its Direct Touch Heatpipe technology by implementing 4x heatpipes to improve heat transfer.
The first two front side PCB heatpipes directly contact the PowIRstage and inductors while the third and fourth heatpipes use an exclusive design which increases the contact between the heatsink and the backside PCB components.
Nanocarbon Baseplate
The addition of a NanoCarbon coated baseplate means that the heat from the PWM is more efficiently transferred to the heatsinks which lowers the temperatures around the power design. The VRM uses a LAIRD brand thermal pad thickened to 1.5mm to increase the contact between the VRM and its heatsinks, improving heat dissipation immensely and mitigating the effects of overheating on system performance.
Nanocarbon Baseplate design with heat dissipation gives the Z390 AORUS XTREME extra rigidity to prevent PCB bending while also protecting builders from the sharper components on the backside during installation.
Easy Setup + Troubleshooting
Aside from its visually appealing design and easy installation, the integrated I/O shield provides solid protection to the feature-rich rear panel’s USB 3.1 Gen2, network connectivity ports, audio jacks, and other expansion ports. Users can troubleshoot PC problems more easily with the board’s power, restart, reset BIOS (Clear CMOS), and other buttons.
The GIGABYTE Z390 AORUS XTREME employs a 90 degree design for the 24 solid pin power connectors which not only looks wicked cool when the power cables are configured but it also makes way for smoother air flow and a cooler system. Metal cladding on the pin connectors adds extra durability and reduces loosening caused by inserting and removing the power cables.
Easy Overclocking
Many features on the board are designed to help users bring out the best performance from the new Intel Core i9-9900K processor. With the CPU Upgrade in the BIOS, Smart Boost and Auto Tuning in the APP Center, users can overclock with ease.
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For those who want more overclock control, don’t miss out on the OC Touch panel of the Z390 AORUS XTREME. OC Touch incorporates easy-to-use buttons and toggles for the user to configure key processor multipliers and adjust BCLK frequencies by units of 1MHz or 0.1 MHz. Regardless of whether the user is at the BIOS screen, using DOS or Windows operating systems, these frequency changes can be adjusted and applied without rebooting the system.
Users can quickly optimize their PCs’ performance and find the highest frequency for their processors. Additionally, the exclusive OC button can load overclock configuration presets so that less experienced overclockers can overclock at certain ranges. The OC-Touch function also helps users figure out the best overclocking settings for their processors. The built-in voltage measurement module keeps the user informed on the voltage of each component, making overclocking more convenient for users.
Z390 AORUS Xtreme Expansion Options
Z390 AORUS XTREME has three PCIe slots so users can set up a 2-Way SLI and 3-Way CrossFire configuration.
The exclusive GIGABYTE Ultra-Durable stainless steel PCIe Armor with Double Locking Bracket reinforces PCIe slot strength so heavy graphics cards don’t bend the slots. The motherboard’s solid power pin connectors provides independent auxiliary power to the PCIe slots so users’ graphics cards can receive sufficient and more stable power supply.
Z390 AORUS XTREME motherboard’s Triple PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 with Thermal Guards and dual-mode SATA M.2 slots, users can build a RAID 0/1 or RAID 5 array and take advantage of the benefits of both enhanced storage performance and solid data integrity.
Z390 AORUS Xtreme Connectivity Options
GIGABYTE Z390 AORUS XTREME comes with built-in AQUANTIA 10 Gigabit Ethernet, Intel Gigabit Ethernet, and Intel CNVi 802.11ac 160MHz 2×2 WIFI. The all new 4dBi ultra high peak gain antenna not only supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz WIFI frequencies but also has twice the signal strength compared to traditional antenna designs.
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The magnetic base and dual antenna design of Smart Antenna technology makes it so the device can be installed on magnetic surfaces and can search for WIFI signals at different angles. This fixes the positioning of the antenna and prevents the issue of users not being able to obtain strong WIFI signals, offering greater flexibility from the motherboard’s network connectivity.
Aside from exceptional performance and high-speed connectivity, GIGABYTE Z390 AORUS XTREME also has two sets of built-in USB Type-C Thunderbolt interface, which not only support native USB 3.1 Gen 2 specifications but also delivers 40 Gbps data transmission speed. Users can also daisy chain 6 devices + 1 display on a single connection, for high-speed data transfer and high-definition resolution all at once.
Professional-Grade Audio
The GIGABYTE Z390 AORUS XTREME uses an ALC1220-VB high-SNR audio codec with professional audio components such as ESS SABRE DAC and studio grade audio capacitors. The left and right side channel audio lines are processed separately and the new inclusion of a TI Burr-Brown high quality audio OP AMPs with its signal-enhanced design makes the audio clearer and more immersive.
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AMD officially launched their B450 chipset on 31 July 2018, driving further demand for the 2nd Generation AMD Ryzen processors. In this article, we will look at the first GIGABYTE B450 motherboards to hit the market!
The Official AMD B450 Tech Briefing
For a primer on the AMD B450 chipset, here is the official AMD B450 tech briefing, conducted by Don Woligroski, AMD Business Development and Desktop Processor Marketing.
And here is a diagram showing what features are provided by the AMD B450 chipset, and what are provided by the AMD Ryzen processor itself.
Although GIGABYTE announced six B450 motherboards, not all are available for purchase globally. Here are some GIGABYTE B450 models that are currently for sale, with their prices :
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GIGABYTE B450 AORUS PRO WIFI
We showcased the GIGABYTE B450 AORUS PRO WIFI at Computex 2018. It boasts a hybrid digital PWM, with built-in dual-band Intel 802.11ac WiFi and Gigabit LAN capability, as well as dual M.2 sockets.
The GIGABYTE B450 AORUS M is a micro-ATX motherboard that has four DDR4-3200 sockets, and comes with two PCIe x16 slots, one M.2 socket and six SATA ports.
Here are the key features of the B450 AORUS M motherboard :
Dual Channel Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
HDMI, DVI-D Ports for Multiple Display
Ultra-Fast NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 with Thermal Guard
High Quality Audio Capacitors and Audio Noise Guard with LED Trace Path Lighting
RGB FUSION with Multi-Zone LED Light Show Design, Supports Digital LED & RGB LED Strips
GIGABYTE Exclusive 8118 Gaming LAN with Bandwidth Management
Smart Fan 5 Features 5 Temperature Sensors and 3 Hybrid Fan Headers with FAN STOP
APP Center Including EasyTune and Cloud Station Utilities
Anti-Sulfur Resistors Design
Ultra Durable 25KV ESD and 15KV Surge LAN Protection
CEC 2019 Ready, Save Power with a Single Click
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AMD officially launched their B450 chipset on 31 July 2018. We had earlier shared with you our previews of the GIGABYTE B450 AORUS PRO WIFI motherboard, as well as the MSI B450 Tomahawk and B450A-Pro motherboards. Today, we will share with you details of the first AMD B450 motherboards to hit the market!
The Official AMD B450 Tech Briefing
For a primer on the AMD B450 chipset, here is the official AMD B450 tech briefing, conducted by Don Woligroski, AMD Business Development and Desktop Processor Marketing.
And here is a diagram showing what features are provided by the AMD B450 chipset, and what are provided by the AMD Ryzen processor itself.
Although these motherboards have all been announced, not all are available for purchase yet. Here are some models that are currently for sale, with their prices :
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ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4
The ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4 motherboard is an ATX motherboard that supports DDR4-3200, and comes with two PCIe x16 slots, two Ultra M.2 sockets, and six SATA ports.
Here are the ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming K4‘s key features :
2 USB 3.1 Gen2 (Rear Type-A+C) with 6 USB 3.1 Gen1 (2 Front, 4 Rear)
Realtek Gigabit LAN
ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming-ITX/ac
The ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming-ITX/ac motherboard is a mini-ITX motherboard that supports DDR4-3466, and comes with one PCIe x16 slot, one Ultra M.2 socket, and four SATA ports.
Here are the ASRock Fatal1ty B450 Gaming-ITX/ac‘s key features :
Supports DDR4 3466+ (OC)
1 PCIe 3.0 x16
Graphics Output: DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI 2.0
7.1 channel HD Audio (Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec) with Creative Sound Blaster Cinema 5
4 SATA3, 1 Ultra M.2 (PCIe Gen3 x4 & SATA3)
2 USB 3.1 Gen2 (Rear Type-A+C)
4 USB 3.1 Gen1 (2 Front, 2 Rear)
Intel Gigabit LAN with Intel 802.11ac WiFi + BT 4.2
ASRock B450 Pro4
The ASRock B450 Pro4 motherboard is an ATX motherboard that supports DDR4-3200, and comes with two PCIe x16 slots, two M.2 sockets, and six SATA ports.
2 USB 3.1 Gen2 (Rear Type A+C) with 6 USB 3.1 (2 Front, 4 Rear)
Realtek Gigabit LAN
ASRock B450M Pro4
The ASRock B450M Pro4 is the micro-ATX version of the ASRock B450 Pro4 motherboard. It supports DDR4-3200, and comes with two PCIe x16 slots, two M.2 sockets, and four SATA ports.
2 USB 3.1 Gen2 (Rear Type-A+C) with 6 USB 3.1 Gen1 (2 Front, 4 Rear)
Realtek Gigabit LAN
ASRock B450M HDV
The ASRock B450 HDV motherboard is a micro-ATX motherboard that supports DDR4-3200, and comes with one PCIe x16 slot, one M.2 socket, and four SATA ports.
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ASUS ROG STRIX B450-F Gaming
The ASUS ROG Strix B450-F Gaming is an ATX gaming motherboard with DDR4-3200 support, two M.2 sockets, three PCIe x16 slots and six SATA ports.
Here are the ASUS ROG Strix B450-F Gaming‘s key features :
Fast memory and storage : Dual-channel DDR4 3200 MHz (OC) and NVM Express RAID supported.
Aura Sync RGB : Synchronize LED lighting with a vast portfolio of compatible PC gear.
Gaming connectivity : Dual M.2 and USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A connectors.
Gaming networking : Intel Gigabit Ethernet, plus ASUS LANGuard and GameFirst technologies.
5-Way Optimization : Automated system-wide tuning, providing overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailor-made for your rig.
Gaming audio : SupremeFX S1220A teams with Sonic Studio III to create an aural landscape that draws you deeper into the action.
Gamer’s Guardian : Pre-mounted I/O shield, ASUS SafeSlot and premium components for maximum endurance.
Here are some purchase links and prices for the ASUS ROG Strix B450-F Gaming :
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GIGABYTE B450 AORUS PRO WIFI
We showcased the GIGABYTE B450 AORUS PRO WIFI at Computex 2018. It boasts a hybrid digital PWM, with built-in dual-band Intel 802.11ac WiFi and Gigabit LAN capability, as well as dual M.2 sockets.
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MSI B450 Gaming Pro Carbon AC
The MSI B450 Gaming Pro Carbon AC is an ATX motherboard with built-in Intel 802.11ac WiFI capability. It supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3466 MHz, and comes with two PCIe x16 slots, two M.2 sockets and 6 SATA ports.
Here are the MSI B450 Gaming Pro Carbon AC‘s key features :
Supports DDR4-3466+(OC) Memory
Mystic Light and Mystic Light Sync : 16.8 million colors / 17 effects in one click. Synchronize RGB/RAINBOW strips and other RGB solutions for customization.
Lightning Fast Game experience : TURBO M.2 with M.2 Shield, StoreMI, AMD Turbo USB 3.1 GEN2
Audio Boost 4 with Nahimic : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience
Set Core Power Free : Core Boost, 8+4 pin CPU power connector, Extended Heatsink Design
Core Boost : With premium layout and digital power design to support more cores and provide better performance.
DDR4 Boost : Give your DDR4 memory a performance boost with A-XMP
GAMING LAN and Wireless support, powered by Intel: The best online gaming experience with lowest latency and bandwidth management.
BIOS FLASHBACK+ : Simply use a USB key to flash any BIOS within seconds, without installing a CPU, memory or graphics card.
In-Game Weapons : Game Boost, GAMING Hotkey, X-Boost
MSI B450 Gaming Plus
The MSI B450 Gaming Plus is an ATX motherboard that supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3466 MHz. It comes with two PCIe x16 slots, one M.2 socket and 6 SATA ports.
Here are the MSI B450 Gaming Plus‘ key features :
Supports DDR4-3466+(OC) Memory
Lightning Fast Game experience : TURBO M.2, StoreMI, AMD Turbo USB 3.1 GEN2
Audio Boost with Nahimic : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience
Core Boost : With premium layout and digital power design to support more cores and provide better performance.
DDR4 Boost : Give your DDR4 memory a performance boost with A-XMP
The MSI B450M Gaming Plus is the micro-ATX version of the MSI B450 Gaming Plus. It supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3466 MHz, and comes with one PCIe x16 slot, one M.2 socket and four SATA ports.
Here are the MSI B450M Gaming Plus‘s key features :
Supports DDR4-3466+(OC) Memory
Lightning Fast Game experience : TURBO M.2, StoreMI
Audio Boost with Nahimic : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience
Core Boost : With premium layout and digital power design to support more cores and provide better performance.
DDR4 Boost : Give your DDR4 memory a performance boost with A-XMP
VR Ready : Automatically optimizes your system for VR usage, pushing for maximum performance.
BIOS FLASHBACK+ : Simply use a USB key to flash any BIOS within seconds, without installing a CPU, memory or graphics card.
In-Game Weapons : Game Boost, GAMING Hotkey, X-Boost
EZ Debug LED : Easiest way to troubleshoot
Here are some purchase links and prices for the MSI B450M Gaming Plus :
The MSI B450I Gaming Plus AC is a mini-ITX motherboard with built-in Intel 802.11ac WiFi capability. It supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3466 MHz, and comes with one PCIe x16 slot, one M.2 socket and four SATA ports.
Here are the MSI B450I Gaming Plus AC‘s key features :
Supports DDR4-3466+(OC) Memory
Lightning Fast Game experience : TURBO M.2, StoreMI
Audio Boost : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive gaming experience
Core Boost : With premium layout and digital power design to support more cores and provide better performance.
DDR4 Boost : Give your DDR4 memory a performance boost with A-XMP
Intel Wireless support : Uses smart MU-MIMO technology, delivering AC speeds up to 433Mbps with lower CPU loading and better long-term usage.
VR Ready : Automatically optimizes your system for VR usage, pushing for maximum performance.
In-Game Weapons : Game Boost, GAMING Hotkey, X-Boost
EZ Debug LED : Easiest way to troubleshoot
Here are some purchase links and prices for the MSI B450I Gaming Plus AC :
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MSI B450 Tomahawk
The MSI B450 Tomahawk is an ATX motherboard that supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3466 MHz. It comes with two PCIe x16 slots, one M.2 socket and 6 SATA ports.
The MSI B450 Mortar is a micro-ATX motherboard that supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3466 MHz. It comes with two PCIe x16 slots, two M.2 sockets and four SATA ports.
Here are the MSI B450M Mortar‘s key features :
Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 3466+(OC) MHz
Extended Heatsink Design : MSI extended PWM and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed.
Lightning Fast Game experience : 1x TURBO M.2, AMD Turbo USB 3.1 GEN2, Store MI technology
Core Boost : With premium layout and fully digital power design to support more cores and provide better performance.
DDR4 Boost : Advanced technology to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming performance and stability.
Mystic Light and Mystic Light Sync : 16.8 million colors / 10 effects in one click. Synchronize RGB strips and other RGB solutions for customization.
Audio Boost : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive audio experience
BIOS FLASHBACK+ : Simply use a USB key to flash any BIOS within seconds, without installing a CPU, memory or graphics card.
In-Game Weapons : Game Boost, GAMING Hotkey, X-Boost
EZ Debug LED : Easiest way to troubleshoot.
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MSI B450M Mortar Titanium
The MSI B450 Mortar Titanium is basically the white version of the B450 Mortar motherboard. It supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3466 MHz, and comes with two PCIe x16 slots, two M.2 sockets and four SATA ports.
Here are the MSI B450M Mortar Titanium‘s key features :
Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 3466+(OC) MHz
Extended Heatsink Design : MSI extended PWM and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed.
Lightning Fast Game experience : 1x TURBO M.2, AMD Turbo USB 3.1 GEN2, Store MI technology
Core Boost : With premium layout and fully digital power design to support more cores and provide better performance.
DDR4 Boost : Advanced technology to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming performance and stability.
Mystic Light and Mystic Light Sync : 16.8 million colors / 10 effects in one click. Synchronize RGB strips and other RGB solutions for customization.
Audio Boost : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive audio experience
BIOS FLASHBACK+ : Simply use a USB key to flash any BIOS within seconds, without installing a CPU, memory or graphics card.
In-Game Weapons : Game Boost, GAMING Hotkey, X-Boost
EZ Debug LED : Easiest way to troubleshoot.
MSI B450M Bazooka
The MSI B450M Bazooka is a micro-ATX motherboard that supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3466 MHz. It comes with one PCIe x16 slots, one M.2 sockets and four SATA ports.
Here are the MSI B450M Bazooka‘s key features :
Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 3466+(OC) MHz
Lightning Fast Game experience : 1x TURBO M.2, Store MI technology
Core Boost : With premium layout optimized power design to support more cores and provide better performance.
DDR4 Boost : Advanced technology to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming performance and stability.
Audio Boost : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive audio experience
PCI-E Steel Armor : Protecting VGA cards against bending and EMI
X-Boost : Software that auto-detects and allows you to boost the performance of any storage, Optane or USB device
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MSI B450M Bazooka Plus
The MSI B450M Bazooka Plus is a micro-ATX motherboard that supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3333 MHz. It comes with one PCIe x16 slots, one M.2 sockets and four SATA ports.
Here are the MSI B450M Bazooka Plus‘ key features :
Supports DDR4 Memory, up to 3333+(OC) MHz. Supports ECC UDIMM memory.
Lightning Fast Game experience : 1x TURBO M.2, Store MI technology
Extended Heatsink Design : MSI extended PWM and enhanced circuit design ensures even high-end processors to run in full speed.
Core Boost : With premium layout and fully digital power design to support more cores and provide better performance.
DDR4 Boost : Advanced technology to deliver pure data signals for the best gaming performance and stability.
Audio Boost : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive audio experience.
Mystic Light and Mystic Light Sync : 16.8 million colors / 10 effects in one click. Synchronize RGB strips and other RGB solutions for customization.
Audio Boost : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality for the most immersive audio experience
BIOS FLASHBACK+ : Simply use a USB key to flash any BIOS within seconds, without installing a CPU, memory or graphic cards
PCI-E Steel Armor : Protecting VGA cards against bending and EMI
VR Ready : Best virtual reality game experience without latency, reduces motion sickness
In-Game Weapons : Game Boost, GAMING Hotkey, X-Boost
EZ Debug LED : Easiest way to troubleshoot.
MSI B450-A Pro
The MSI B450A-Pro is an ATX motherboard that supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3466 MHz. It comes with two PCIe x16 slots, one M.2 socket and six SATA ports.
Audio Boost : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality.
DDR4 Boost : Fully isolated, shielded and optimized DDR4 PCB design to give your DDR4 memory a performance boost.
Turbo M.2 : Delivering Speeds Up to 32Gb/s.
EZ Debug LED : Easiest way to troubleshoot.
PCI-E Steel Armour : Protecting VGA cards against bending for better performance, stability and strength.
BIOS FLASHBACK+ : Simply use a USB key to flash any BIOS within seconds, without installing a CPU, memory or graphics card.
X-Boost : Software that auto-detects and allows you to boost the performance of any storage or USB device.
Core Boost : With premium layout and fully digital power design to support more cores and provide better performance.
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MSI B450M Pro-VDH
The MSI B450M Pro-VDH is a micro-ATX motherboard that supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3466 MHz. It comes with one PCIe x16 slot, one M.2 socket and four SATA ports.
Here are the MSI B450M Pro-VDH‘s key features :
Supports DDR4-3466+(OC) Memory
Audio Boost : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality.
DDR4 Boost : Fully isolated, shielded and optimized DDR4 PCB design to give your DDR4 memory a performance boost.
Turbo M.2 : Delivering Speeds Up to 32Gb/s.
EZ Debug LED : Easiest way to troubleshoot.
PCI-E Steel Armor : Protecting VGA cards against bending for better performance, stability and strength.
X-Boost : Software that auto-detects and allows you to boost the performance of any storage or USB device.
Core Boost : With premium layout and fully digital power design to support more cores and provide better performance.
Here are some purchase links and prices for the MSI B450M Gaming Plus :
The MSI B450M Pro-M2 is a micro-ATX motherboard that supports DDR4 memory speeds of up to 3466 MHz. It comes with one PCIe x16 slot, one M.2 socket and four SATA ports.
Here are the MSI B450M Pro-M2‘s key features :
Supports DDR4-3466+(OC) Memory
Audio Boost : Reward your ears with studio grade sound quality.
DDR4 Boost : Fully isolated, shielded and optimized DDR4 PCB design to give your DDR4 memory a performance boost.
Turbo M.2 : Delivering Speeds Up to 32Gb/s.
EZ Debug LED : Easiest way to troubleshoot.
PCI-E Steel Slot : Protecting VGA cards against bending for better performance, stability and strength.
X-Boost : Software that auto-detects and allows you to boost the performance of any storage or USB device.
Core Boost : With premium layout and fully digital power design to support more cores and provide better performance.
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Taipei, Taiwan, 16th July, 2018 — GIGABYTE today announced the release of AORUS P850W and P750W, the first PC power supplies from its premium AORUS brand. The new AORUS P850W and P750W PSUs feature 80 PLUS Gold power efficiency, silent operation, as well as modular customization, and enhanced durability.
AORUS P850W + P750W 80 PLUS GOLD Modular PSUs
80 PLUS Gold certified, the AORUS P820W and P750W PSUs deliver over 90% energy efficiency at typical loads, ensuring power waste is kept at a minimum. With less heat and reduced fan noise, gamers with either AORUS PSU will enjoy a cooler and quieter gaming environment.
High Reliability
The AORUS P850W and P750W PSUs use Japanese capacitors and premium internal components throughout the design for greater reliability and extended lifespan. The single +12V rail ensures the best power output with stability for overclocking.
Smart Fan
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The 135 mm smart fan will automatically adjust its fan speed according to the temperature and power usage. When the power usage is lower than 20%, the fan will automatically turn off to reduce power consumption. The fan uses an ultra-durable double ball bearing design, which boasts a rated lifespan of over 50,000 hours.
Protection
The AORUS P850W and P750W power supplies not only have built-in OVP / OPP / SCP / UVP / OCP / OTP circuit protection designs, but have also undergone rigorous testing of various safety regulations in various countries.
AORUS P850W + P750W Specifications
Specifications
P850W 80+ GOLD Modular
P750W 80+ GOLD Modular
Model
GP-AP850GM
GP-AP750GM
Form Factor Support
Intel Form Factor ATX 12V v2.31
Intel Form Factor ATX 12V v2.31
Output Capacity
850 W
750 W
Input Voltage
100-240 Vac (full range)
100-240 Vac (full range)
Input Current
10 A
10 A
Input Frequency
47-63 Hz
47-63 Hz
Fan Type
135 mm double ball bearing fan
135 mm double ball bearing fan
PFC Type
Active PFC (>0.9 typical)
Active PFC (>0.9 typical)
80 PLUS Rating
Gold
Gold
Efficiency
90% at typical load
90% at typical load
MTBF
>100,000 hours
>100,000 hours
Protection
OVP / OPP / SCP / UVP / OCP / OTP
OVP / OPP / SCP / UVP / OCP / OTP
Power Good Signal
100ms ~ 150ms
100ms ~ 150ms
Hold Up Time
> 16 msec at full load (115V)
> 16 msec at full load (115V)
Cable Type
Flat, Black colour
Flat, Black colour
Connectors + Cables
ATX/MB 20+4 Pin x 1 : 650 mm
CPU/EPS 4+4 Pin x 2 : 800 mm x 2 , 650 mm x 1
PCI-e 6+2 Pin x 6 : 750mm x 2 , 650mm+150mm x 2
SATA x6 + 4 Pin Peripheral x 2 :
550mm+100mm+100mm+100mm x 1
450mm+100mm+100mm+100mm x 1
4 Pin Peripheral x 4 : 450mm+100mm+100mm+100mm x 1
4 Pin Floppy x 1 : 100mm
ATX/MB 20+4 Pin x 1 : 650 mm
CPU/EPS 4+4 Pin x 2 : 800 mm x 2 , 650 mm x 1
PCI-e 6+2 Pin x 6 : 750mm x 2 , 650mm+150mm x 2
SATA x6 + 4 Pin Peripheral x 2 :
550mm+100mm+100mm+100mm x 1
450mm+100mm+100mm+100mm x 1
4 Pin Peripheral x 4 : 450mm+100mm+100mm+100mm x 1
4 Pin Floppy x 1 : 100mm
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Hidden in the GIGABYTE and AORUS showcases was the yet-to-be-released X399 AORUS Xtreme motherboard. We were given a chance to take a close look at it, and take a video and some photos of it. If you are waiting for an AMD X399 Refresh motherboard to pair with the upcoming AMD Threadripper 2 CPU, here’s a teaser for you!
AMD X399 Refresh
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper is designed specifically to work with the AMD X399 chipset. Together, they offer the following features :
64 PCI Express lanes
Quad-channel DDR4 SDRAM memory
Up to 2 native USB 3.1 Gen2 ports
Up to 14 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports
Up to 6 USB 2.0 ports
Up to 16 SATA ports
The upcoming AMD Threadripper 2 will continue to use the same chipset, with a BIOS update, of course. Other than that, the X399 Refresh motherboards are expected to feature the same circuitry and power optimisations being introduced with the X470 and B450 motherboards.
GIGABYTE X399 AORUS Xtreme Motherboard
The GIGABYTE X399 AOARUS Xtreme is an E-ATX (Extended ATX) motherboard with what appears to be 10+3 power phases. It has four PCI Express x16 slots (all reinforced with metal), and two M.2 SSD sockets – both with heatsinks.
In addition to built-in WiFi connectivity, it comes with two Gigabit LAN ports, and a 10 Gigabit LAN port. It also has eight USB 3.0 ports at the back, as well as two USB 3.1 ports – one Type A and one Type B.
This is a particularly heavy motherboard because of its large heatsinks, and large backplate. The GIGABYTE X399 AOARUS Xtreme will support the upcoming Threadripper 2 processors, and come with a removable BIOS chip.
We will update this article with more details when we get them. In the meantime, enjoy these photos we took of this upcoming motherboard!
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Hidden in the GIGABYTE and AORUS showcases was the yet-to-be-released B450 AORUS PRO WIFI motherboard. We were given a chance to take a close look at it, and take a video and some photos of it. If you are waiting for an AMD B450 motherboard to pair with a 2nd Gen Ryzen CPU, here’s a teaser for you!
AMD B450 Chipset
The GIGABYTE B450 AORUS PRO WIFI motherboard is based on the upcoming AMD B450 chipset slated to launch in July 2018.
The AMD B450 motherboard is an improved version of the B350 chipset, featuring better memory routing and optimised VRM and power layouts, delivering lower idle power. It will also come with AMD StoreMI – a free OEM licensed copy of Enmotus FuzeDrive Basic.
GIGABYTE B450 AORUS PRO WIFI
The GIGABYTE B450 AORUS PRO WIFI is an ATX motherboard with what appears to be 10+2 power phases. It has three PCI Express x16 slots (the top-most is reinforced with metal), and two M.2 SSD sockets – both with heatsinks.
In addition to built-in WiFi connectivity, it also comes with a Gigabit LAN port, and video output in the form of HDMI and DVI display ports. It comes with four USB 3.0 ports at the back, as well as two USB 3.1 ports – one Type A and one Type B.
The GIGABYTE B450 AORUS PRO WIFI will support the new 2nd Gen Ryzen processors, and come with a removable BIOS chip. We will update this article with more details when we get them. In the meantime, enjoy these photos we took of this upcoming motherboard!
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The highlight of the GIGABYTE showcase at Taipei 101 was the AORUS Aquarium PC Mod! They literally put a high-end desktop PC into a fresh water aquarium of fishes! Want to know how they created the AORUS Aquarium PC mod? Read on and find out!
The AORUS Aquarium PC Mod
The AORUS Aquarium PC mod is a deceptively understated mod. At first glance, you might mistaken it for a mere display – a non-functioning GIGABYTE graphics card sitting in an aquarium. Interesting, but nothing special… until the two fans start spinning and you realise – damn, this thing is actually a fully-functional computer!
What GIGABYTE did was to submerge the PC components in clear mineral oil, before creating a small fresh water aquarium above it. You can see the fishes test water-oil boundary!
As the heat from the graphics card, CPU and other components are transferred to the mineral oil, the oil needs to be pumped out and kept cooled by three AORUS ATC700 coolers behind the bank. It’s really no different from how
GIGABYTE spared no expense in their AORUS Aquarium PC mod. They used nothing but the best they had :
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This is the second day of our LIVE COVERAGE of Computex 2018. You can follow us LIVE on theTech ARP Facebook page or keep track on this article. Computex 2018 began yesterday and we will be here until tomorrow!
This article will be updated live with pictures and details as and when they come in. Videos will be inserted at the end of every night, as they take time to process and upload.
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GIGABYTE Showcase @ Taipei 101
Time to head up to the 36th floor of Taipei 101!
View from the GIGABYTE and AORUS showrooms on the 36th floor of Taipei 101.
Now you can game on a Mac with the GIGABYTE RX580 Gaming Box!
The GIGABYTE RX580 Gaming Box turns you MacBook and MacBook Pro into a gaming machine!
This is the new GIGABYTE Sabre 17 gaming laptop.
And this is the new GIGABYTE Sabre 15 gaming laptop.
Those are live fish swimming in the water.
The entire system is actually soaked in mineral oil under the water.
With my GIGABYTE hosts!
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AORUS Showcase @ Taipei 101
The top-secret AORUS B450 PRO WiFi motherboard
And this is the top-secret X399 Refresh motherboard… tadaaaa… video coming up soon!
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Intel Computex 2018 Press Conference with Gregory Bryant
Gregory Bryant just announced the Intel Core i7-8086K Anniversary Limited Edition processor!
And here is the new Lenovo Yoga Book 2 with dual display panels!
Gregory Bryant announced the Intel AI for PC Developer Program.
Jerry Shen shows off the new ASUS PreCog laptop.
Gregory Bryant announces that the Intel Optane SSD 905P will be available in the M.2 form factor.
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Intel will introduce a new 28-core processor very soon!
The future 28-core Intel processor will have a Cinebench score of 7334!
Omaigerd… it’s @jlin7 😁😁😁
Intel shows off an AI band!
Gregory Bryant even showed off his drumming skills! 😁
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Western Digital + SanDisk Showcase
The Western Digital Black NVMe SSD – a real performance beast!
The InWin WinBot gaming PC with WD Black SSD and HDD inside.
The iBuyPower SnowBlind PC with transparent LCD panel and WD Black NVMe SSDs.
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Western Digital actually installed two ASUS Hyper M.2 X16 cards – each with four WD Black NVMe SSDs. Guess how fast they ste???
Freaking unbelievable!!! The eight WD Black NVMe SSDs delivered more than 19 GB/s in throughput!!!
Here are the IOMeter results details of the 8 WD Black NVMe SSDs in RAID array.
Close up of the ASUS Hyper M.2 x16 Card with four 1TB WD Black NVMe SSDs.
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ADATA + TweakTown Computex Parties!
The ADATA Computex Party is really happening! @ *inhouse
Taiwanese girls are not only hot, they’re tall! 😅😅😅
Nothing beats an open bar… 😁
Entertainment at the ADATA Computex Party
With David (left) and Scott of ADATA
Hey… an open bar at the TweakTown Computex Party too! 😁 @ The Brass Monkey
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AMD just sent us the AMD Ryzen Gen 2 Reviewer’s Kit. This time, it’s two heavy boxes, instead of just one. Let’s take a look and see what they sent us, and what you should look forward to!
The AMD Ryzen Gen 2 Reviewer’s Kit
Earlier AMD Ryzen Reviewer’s Kits came in the form of a large black box, or a fancy wooden box. Each Reviewer’s Kit contains a complete set of CPU + motherboard + memory kit.
This time, they sent us a gray box, as well as the large black box. Let’s take a look inside the AMD Ryzen Gen 2 Reviewer’s Kit!
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The AMD Ryzen Gen 2 Reviewer’s Kit contains the following components :
