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The Montech NX600 is a dual-tower air cooler designed for budget-conscious users seeking strong thermal performance and broad socket compatibility. This review examines its cooling capabilities and noise levels to determine its competitiveness in the market.

A shipping manifest has revealed the AMD Ryzen 9 Pro 9965X3D, a 16-core CPU with a 170W TDP, indicating AMD’s plans to bring 3D V-Cache technology to the professional desktop market. This chip, currently in Design Validation Testing, is expected to offer significant performance benefits for latency-sensitive applications and includes AMD’s Pro Security features.

USC: Counterforce offers a unique tactical experience, combining elements of classic XCOM with Borderlands-inspired weapon crafting. Players face an intentionally unwinnable first mission, designed to teach crucial survival strategies before embarking on the main campaign.

Valkyrie introduces the N360 VK AIO cooler, featuring a large 6.67-inch curved AMOLED display integrated into its pump block. This AIO cooler boasts an independent processor and operating system for its screen, ensuring no impact on system performance. It also includes advanced cooling features like a proprietary pump, micro-channel cold plate, and an offset mounting system for optimal heat transfer, supporting both Intel and AMD platforms.

Fractal Design has introduced the Pop 2 Air, the latest iteration in its Pop series. This new PC chassis is designed for high-performance cooling and a modern look, featuring an open-mesh front with a cubic pattern, a ventilated top, and a built-in GPU air guide that channels cool air to the main chamber’s center.

Cybenetics Labs has introduced a prototype ‘anti-melt’ cable designed to enhance the safety of 12VHPWR/12V-2×6 connectors. This innovative cable integrates proactive monitoring to prevent potential melting or burning issues, particularly with high-power graphics cards like the RTX 5090, by actively tracking current and temperature.

The FCC has approved a new category of ‘Geofenced variable power’ devices, allowing WiFi to operate at higher power levels in the 6 GHz band. This change aims to boost performance for battery-powered devices like smartphones and AR/VR headsets, offering improved signal strength indoors and outdoors, while incorporating geofencing to prevent interference.

This article provides a detailed comparison of three high-performance CPU air coolers: the DeepCool AK700 Digital, CPS PCCooler RZ700D, and Sudokoo SK620V. The review covers their thermal performance, noise levels, build quality, and installation process on a Ryzen 9800X3D system, highlighting their distinct features and overall value.

Understanding the optimal hardware for AutoCAD 2026 is crucial for maximizing efficiency in both 2D drafting and 3D modeling. This guide details key components like CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage, emphasizing single-core clock frequency for CPU performance and appropriate VRAM for graphics, alongside memory and storage recommendations to reduce computational latency.

The SilverStone FLP02 case offers a charming retro aesthetic with unique features like a functioning key lock and segment display. While its nostalgic design is appealing, the high price and some build complexities present significant considerations for PC builders.