Adata XPG has unveiled the Invader X BTF mid-tower chassis. The latest addition to the revered XPG Invader X series introduces support for reverse-connector motherboards, offering another case option for those who want to build a PC using the new BTF standard. The new Invader X BTF case addresses cable …
Read More »Asus enables Windows Dynamic Lighting on select motherboards
Microsoft announced that Windows 11 would feature Windows Dynamic Lighting in the past year. This new OS component would allow users to have a single point of control for everything related to their systems' and peripherals' RGB lighting. Now, Asus looks to be amongst the first to support this new …
Read More »Asus officially launches its first ROG NUC with up to Core Ultra 9 and RTX 40 graphics
Asus has entered the NUC market with the launch of the ROG NUC, a small but powerful gaming PC. The new ROG NUCs are based on Intel's Core Ultra 100H series and Nvidia RTX 40 gaming laptop GPUs, offering plenty of power to play your favourite games in a compact …
Read More »Asus laptop with AMD Ryzen 9 HX 170/370 spotted in benchmarks
Geekbench recently received three sets of results for the Ryzen 9 HX 170 processor in CPU and GPU testing. The nomenclature update for AMD's Strix Point CPUs just ahead of the Computex announcement caused confusion, with some laptops displaying outdated SKU names during the tests. The Ryzen 9 HX 170/370 …
Read More »Computex 2024: Asus officially announces the new ROG Ally X
Just as promised, Asus officially unveiled the ROG Ally X this week, coinciding with Computex. Priced at $799, the new version of the ROG Ally packs some minor but notable improvements, including more RAM, expanded storage, a larger battery and design refinements. One of the highlights of the ROG Ally …
Read More »Asus ROG Ally X specs leak
The specifications for the ROG Ally X have finally been revealed, ending the speculation. Even if not official, a recent leak shows that the upcoming handheld will retain the same APU, screen, and aesthetics but will come in black. The leak is from VideoCardz. In terms of design, adjustments have …
Read More »Asus unveils updated ROG Ally X handheld
Recent leaks and teases have suggested that a new ROG Ally handheld was on the way from Asus. Now, this updated system has been unveiled as the ROG Ally X, which will have a few updates over the original design, but will still offer the same display and APU as …
Read More »Asus lists new laptops powered by unannounced AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 170
Asus recently listed some of its upcoming VivoBook S16 laptops featuring an unannounced 12-core AMD CPU. Based on the information so far, it would appear that AMD is positioning itself to launch a new line of ‘Ryzen AI' processors for laptops. As shared by @harukaze5719, AMD is apparently altering its …
Read More »Asus is reportedly working on an improved ROG Ally
Asus might be indirectly teasing the release of a new ROG Ally. For some time now, the original ROG Ally official product page has been referred to as “ROG Ally (2023)”, suggesting a new version of the console might be coming in 2024. With Computex just around the corner, official …
Read More »Asus appears to be launching a Snapdragon-powered laptop this month
While Qualcomm is remaining quiet on the launch date for the Snapdragon X Elite and Snapdragon X Plus processors, it does appear that OEMs are gearing up to make announcements very soon. Today, Asus has announced its next AI PC launch event, which will feature guest speakers from both Qualcomm …
Read More »ASUS is offering a series of discounts and promotions on its ProArt range
When KitGuru toured ASUS' main office in Taipei back in December last year, we were given early access to a lot of products that would only be seen by the rest of the world at CES. Alongside the usual array of ROG/TUF components and peripherals, we were also shown many …
Read More »Meta teams up with Microsoft for Xbox-inspired VR headset
In a surprise announcement this week, Meta revealed plans to open up its OS to third parties, allowing other hardware makers to create their own ‘Quest' headsets. One of the first partner on board appears to be none other than Microsoft, just shortly after abandoning its Windows Mixed Reality efforts. …
Read More »MSI QD-OLED monitors are now covered by a 3-year burn-in warranty
If you're in the market for a new gaming display, you'll likely come across various OLED monitors. While OLEDs have become increasingly popular, these monitors can be prone to burn-in. For those worried about this possibility, MSI is now offering a 3-year burn-in warranty for its OLED monitors. Unfortunately, there's …
Read More »Asus and Noctua team up once again for RTX 4080 Super
Asus's partnership with Noctua continues. The RTX 4080 Super has officially launched today, with reviews now live across the web, including several of our own, covering the Founders Edition and a few partner cards. Soon, Asus will be launching a new Noctua-cooled version of the RTX 4080 Super. Asus and …
Read More »ASUS launches new business and gaming products for 2024
Following on from our initial visit to ASUS HQ in Taiwan and our report from CES, ASUS continues to release details about new products that will hit the market in 2024. We’re now learning more about their upcoming Wi-Fi 7 products for home and business use, as well as new …
Read More »Asus ROG Ally successor could release as soon as 2024
The Asus ROG Ally only just launched in 2023, being the first handheld gaming device to use AMD's new Ryzen Z1 processors. Now, it would seem that Asus is swiftly moving on to the Ally 2, with plans for an upgraded model later this year. In an interview with Techlusive, …
Read More »ASUS launches a range of new technologies at CES 2024
It was one of the smaller ASUS showings that we have seen at CES in recent years, but the area was still packed with new products. Here we look at those on show – together with some of the revelations we were presented with on the recent EHA Tech Tour …
Read More »Asus ROG will be unveiling a gaming NUC at CES 2024
If you remember, Intel is no longer developing NUCs. Asus has bought Intel's division, and since then, it has become the owner of all that's NUC. As the owner of the IP, it was only a matter of time before it developed a gaming NUC under the ROG brand. The …
Read More »RTX 4070 Super graphics cards may use 12VHPWR
Nvidia has yet to announce its new RTX 40 Super series graphics cards officially but all rumours point towards a January launch. While previous AiB models of the RTX 4070 shipped with standard PCIe connectors, the new RTX 4070 Super graphics cards may switch over to 12VHPWR. Asus is reportedly …
Read More »Asus launches new ProArt PC case and AIO liquid cooler
The Asus ProArt range used to consist primarily of colour-calibrated monitors but the company has been expanding it in recent years. Now, the ProArt series also includes cases and coolers for the first time. The new LC420 AIO ships with Noctua Industrial PPC fans, offering a stealthy all-black look for …
Read More »Asus launches new BIOS with AGESA 1.1.0.1 firmware for AMD X670 and B650 motherboards
Asus recently announced the release of a new BIOS for AM5-based motherboards featuring the AGESA 1.1.0.1 microcode. The beta BIOS has been issued to 19 boards based on X670 and B650 chipsets. Although this is a minor update, it's necessary if you're planning to pair these motherboards with one of …
Read More »Modder puts 32GB of LPDDR5X-7500 memory on ROG Ally
Upgrading the memory on a desktop is simple, but the new age of handheld gaming PCs is a different story, requiring specific teardown knowledge and the right tools for the job. Still, it is possible, as one modder was able to upgrade an ROG Ally with 32GB of ultra-fast DDR5 …
Read More »Asus and EKWB seemingly end partnership for ROG Formula motherboards
In recent years, Asus teamed up with EKWB to ship motherboards with EK-branding cooling blocks, making them ready for custom water cooling right out of the box. They hit a snag with the Z690 Formula, with some users finding their blocks corroding due to mixed metals. Now, it appears that …
Read More »Asus ROG Ally now supports HYPR-RX and 1600×900 screen resolution
The ROG Ally has just received a handful of updates that bring multiple enhancements to the device. Besides numerous bug fixes, this update includes support for AMD's new HYPR-RX function, which significantly improves performance and reduces latency by enabling Super Resolution, Anti-Lag, and Boost technologies to work together. Moreover, it …
Read More »The cheaper ROG Ally featuring Ryzen Z1 is now available
Asus has finally released the lower-tier ROG Ally console. Although this model was introduced in June with an AMD Ryzen Z1 APU, it was scheduled for availability in late Q3. As promised, the release window has now been met, and the console is either shipping or available for pre-order, depending …
Read More »Asus takes over NUC from Intel
We learned at the start of the summer that Intel's NUC products had been discontinued. Soon after, a non-exclusive partnership between Asus and Intel was established to ensure the continuation of the NUC brand. The deal has since been finalised, allowing Asus to formally launch its own NUC products. Asus …
Read More »Asus’s GC-HPWR connector could work as a replacement for 12VHPWR
At Computex, Asus showcased a new solution to reduce PC cable clutter. The company presented a motherboard and GPU combo prototype where the latter received power through an additional power connector on the motherboard. This new solution has now been detailed thanks to the documentation that was recently unveiled. Leaker …
Read More »Asus ROG partners with Opera to launch Opera GX ROG edition browser
Asus ROG announced a partnership with Opera for the Opera GX ROG Edition. With GX Mods, Opera GX provides nearly limitless customisation, connection with services such as Discord and Twitch, CPU, RAM, and network limiters. However, this new version is a little more special, featuring Aura Sync integration, unique backgrounds, …
Read More »Asus ROG announces two new OLED gaming monitors at Gamescom 2023
Asus has introduced a pair of new high-end gaming monitors at Gamescom 2023. The first was the Asus ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM, a 4K gaming monitor with a QD-OLED panel with a 240Hz refresh rate. As for the second one, it was the PG34WCDM, featuring an ultrawide 34-inch OLED panel …
Read More »Asus launches TUF Gaming VG27AQL3A Fast IPS monitor
Asus has introduced a new QHD gaming monitor with a high refresh rate, the TUF Gaming VG27AQL3A. This new monitor uses the sub-brand's usual design approach, using a dark grey casing with a few gaming aesthetic elements here and there. Boasting a 27-inch Fast IPS display, this monitor has a …
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