Podcast #97 - Eee PC 1201N ION, Newegg and fake CPUs, killer graphics drivers and Steam to the Mac!

Editorial - Mar 11, 2010 | 03:00 PM

This week we talk about an MSI Radeon HD 5770 graphics card, the ASUS Eee PC 1201N ION netbook, Newegg's issues with fake Intel Core i7 CPUs, NVIDIA drivers that might be killing your graphics card, Steam coming to a Mac near you and the announced pricing structure of OnLive.

Intel Core i7-980X Gulftown Hexa-core Processor Review

Processor - Mar 11, 2010 | 12:00 AM

Tired of those lousy quad-core processors from Intel that can ONLY process a total of 8 threads at the same time? If so, then you need to take a look at the new Core i7-980X processor that combines 6 Westmere 32nm processing cores on a single chip capable of handling 12 threads at a time. Need more power and have some spare cash???

Asus Eee 1201N ION Review - The Netbook. Supercharged.

Mobile - Mar 10, 2010 | 12:00 PM

With Asus product design and NVIDIA's ION graphics, the Asus Eee 1201N has all the markings of a winner. But can a netbook with an identity crisis win the hearts and dollars of consumers?

ASUS P6T7 and P7P55 WS Workstation Motherboards

Motherboard - Mar 09, 2010 | 10:00 AM

The ASUS Workstation line of motherboards offers a set of features that very few other motherboards can including up to 7 individual PCI Express x16 slots and even SAS storage support. If you need that kind of connectivity then you will likely be interested in what the P6T7 and P7P55 WS provide!

MSI R5770 HAWK Radeon HD 5770 Video Card Review

Graphics Card - Mar 05, 2010 | 11:37 AM

Now that AMD has stopped producing the HD 4870 and HD 4890 chips, the HD 5770 is quickly taking over the $149 to $199 marketplace. MSI decided to shake things up a bit in a market overflowing with reference designs from multiple manufacturers. The R5770 is a fully custom part with some unique features that set it above the rest. Stable 1 GHz+ operation is not a fantasy with this card...

Intel Core i3-530 Clarkdale Processor Review - Low Price Performance

Processor - Mar 04, 2010 | 11:00 AM

The Intel Clarkdale processors were released in January to finally replace the aging Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad processors from the socket 775 generation. We already tested the Core i5-661 but the Core i3-530 offers much of the same performance with a 70% lower price tag. And the overclocking potential our sample demonstrated impresses as well!!

Western Digital SiliconEdge Blue 256GB SSD Review - WD enters the SSD market

Storage - Mar 03, 2010 | 08:00 AM

Yes, you heard us right, we put "Western Digital" and "SSD" in the same sentence! For a first-in-industry move, a Hard Disk manufacturer has taken the Solid State plunge. We'll put this new unit to the test and see how it stacks up against the fierce competition in this arena.

AMD 890GX Chipset Review - SATA 6G goes native

Motherboard - Mar 02, 2010 | 12:12 AM

AMD's history of chipset releases have been bittersweet. Featuring cutting edge graphics and excellent performance, AMD's chipsets have often been held back by their mediocre southbridge and I/O performance. AMD is hoping to change that by introducing the new 890GX, which features a redesigned northbridge as well as a new southbridge featuring the first native SATA 6G support.

NVIDIA Next-Generation ION 2 Preview - Discrete GPU + Optimus

Mobile - Mar 02, 2010 | 12:00 AM

NVIDIA's ION technology was originally aimed at changing how consumer were able to utilize netbook and nettop computers and this second revision is no different. This "re-imagining" of the ION brand takes a discrete GPU, adds in support for Optimus technology, and basically calls it a day. But do you need to make sure your next netbook computer has ION inside?

Zalman CNPS10X Flex Heatsink Review

Case and Cooling - Feb 26, 2010 | 12:00 PM

Zalman's heatsinks have carved out their own path in the CPU cooling market and turned what used to be large chucks of aluminum and copper and into stylish, modern, and functional works of art. Their CNPS10X series has been very impressive and we saw low temps when we reviewed the original CNPS10X Extreme last year. When they informed us they were adding a new member to the group called the CNPS10X Flex, we had to get one for our LGA 1156 test bench to evaluate its heat dissipation capabilities.

AMD Radeon HD 5830 Graphics Card Review - 5870 Eyefinity Edition too!

Graphics Card - Feb 25, 2010 | 12:00 AM

The new AMD Radeon HD 5830 continues to add to the company's collection of DX11-ready graphics card hardware while we continue to wait and see what NVIDIA's answer will offer consumers. The HD 5830 rests between the HD 5850 and the HD 5770 in terms of price and performance, but is it a better option than either? Also, we have some extra details on the upcoming HD 5870 Eyefinity Edition with 6 DisplayPort outputs!

ASUS EAH5750 Formula Radeon HD 5750 Video Card Review

Graphics Card - Feb 24, 2010 | 01:00 PM

AMD gave the midrange market a thorough refresh with their HD 5600 and 5700 series of cards. Asus is attempting to capitalize on this new technology shift by introducing a somewhat unique and interesting product based on the HD 5750 graphics processor. Is the card as zippy as the psuedo-Formula 1 fan shroud promises it to be?

Gigabyte GA-P55M-UD4 LGA 1156 Micro ATX Motherboard Review

Motherboard - Feb 22, 2010 | 04:00 PM

Gigabyte's micro ATX motherboards have become a staple in the industry for providing the speed and power usually reserved for full ATX motherboards. The GA-P55M-UD4 is one of their latest creations for the LGA 1156 platform and it includes a couple unique features like CrossfireX and SLI graphics support (x16 and x8), DDR3 2200, and 7.1 high definition audio.

MSI Big Bang Fuzion Motherboard and Lucid HYDRA Performance Review

Graphics Card - Feb 20, 2010 | 05:00 PM

The MSI Big Bang Fuzion motherboard combines a lot of features into a single motherboard including support for Intel's Lynnfield and Clarkdale processors and a lot of headroom and options for overclocking. Of course the stand out feature of the board is support for Lucid's HYDRA multi-GPU technology but can it possibly live up to the hype that has been building for years?

OCZ Vertex LE (Limited Edition) 100GB SSD Review - Sandforce Goes Retail

Storage - Feb 19, 2010 | 12:00 PM

OCZ worked tirelessly to bring their new Vertex LE to market, so we worked tirelessly to bring you the first full review of a retail unit. How does this slightly pared-down unit stack up against the Vertex 2 Pro we evaluated after CES? Read our full evaluation to find out!

Kingston SSDNow V Series (2nd Gen) 128GB SSD Review - JMicron JMF618 Makes an Appearance!

Storage - Feb 17, 2010 | 10:00 PM

Our storage guru takes a look at the revived SSDNow V Series (second generation) line. These drives sport Toshiba flash and a new controller from JMicron. We size up a 128GB model to see how it stacks up against the competition, as well as taking a look at the available Notebook Upgrade Kit.

AMD Catalyst 10.2 and 10.3 Preview - Changes for multi-GPU multi-display users

Graphics Card - Feb 17, 2010 | 12:00 AM

AMD is releasing a new Catalyst 10.2 driver today with some very notable changes in both architecture and features. They are also sharing details on the upcoming 10.3 driver that will dramatically change how the world of Eyefinity works for users lucky enough to be sitting in front of a set of monitors.

EVGA P55 FTW LGA 1156 ATX Motherboard Review

Motherboard - Feb 16, 2010 | 12:00 PM

The oft-desired EVGA P55 FTW includes the rock-solid P55 chipset, a 12+2 phase power design, and support for dual channel DDR3 2600MHz memory. The board also showcases a black and grey color scheme and includes onboard clear CMOS, power, and reset buttons. This board also has a host of other features unique to higher-end EVGA boards like EVbot and triple BIOS support.

Western Digital SATA 6Gb/sec 1TB Caviar Black (WD1002FAEX) Review

Storage - Feb 14, 2010 | 07:00 PM

Today we look at Western Digital's first entry into the SATA 6Gb/sec arena with their new Caviar Black 1TB. This new drive borrows some features previously available in their enterprise offerings and hopes to be a worthy contender. How will the doubling of interface throughput impact performance? Satisfy your curiosity inside!

LG 47LH30 47" 1080p Widescreen TV Review

Display - Feb 12, 2010 | 03:00 AM

Tired of waiting to dump that old CRT based TV and get a shiny, new widescreen LCD panel? Well, the time may finally be here to do that for a large portion of consumers. With LCD panel prices dropping, and old models being phased out for new. I was able to get my hands on the LG 47LH30 widescreen high definition TV for a very attractive price, and thought that I would share my experiences with our readers.

AMD Radeon HD 5570 and 5450 Review - DX11 HTPC Goodness

Graphics Card - Feb 10, 2010 | 05:00 PM

AMD has released a pair of new low cost GPUs that support DX11 and Eyefinity while offering a robust feature set for home theater PCs including loss-less Blu-ray audio and half-height card designs. Can the new Radeon HD 5570 and HD 5450 best the currently available GeForce 210/220/240 cards and complete the DX11 sweep that AMD has been gunning for?

NVIDIA Optimus Technology: Performance and Battery Life for your Notebook

Mobile - Feb 09, 2010 | 09:00 AM

We have been playing with NVIDIA Optimus Technology for a couple of weeks now and I have been nothing but impressed by this new mobility offering that promises the performance of discrete graphics solutions with the battery life of integrated graphics. Can NVIDIA really pull it off? We think they have, so stop in and read (or watch!) our review of the future of mobile computing!

ASUS Maximus III Gene LGA 1156 Micro ATX Motherboard Review

Motherboard - Feb 05, 2010 | 10:00 AM

The feature sets on many boards can vary widely depending on who they are geared toward, but there is a consensus right now for these basic options -- quad core CPU support, quad GPU graphics support, premium audio (onboard or as add-on), and higher rated DDR3 memory support. These are tall orders for many boards to live up to, but one such micro ATX solution that fits the bill is the ASUS Maximus III Gene.

Intel Previews Tera-scale Technologies for Upcoming Products

Processor - Feb 04, 2010 | 01:00 AM

We have been talking about tera-scale technologies since 2006 when it comes to Intel research programs. The name is perhaps more grandiose than the actual idea: as data sets increase in size the need for computing technologies to handle this amount of data will need to be created. It is no secret that the CPU as it exists today simply can't handle the massive amounts of parallel information that will soon become normal operating procedure.

Asus G51J Notebook Review - Mobile PC Gaming for the Mainstream

Mobile - Feb 02, 2010 | 12:00 PM

Asus aims between the eyes with a deadly combination of design, performance, and price. But is it enough to put it in the G51J gaming notebook on your shopping list in the crowded marketplace?

An Inside Look at Intel and Micron 25nm Flash Memory Production

Storage - Feb 01, 2010 | 11:00 AM

Our storage guru took a stroll through a state of the art flash memory plant in Lehi, Utah. This plant, dubbed 'IM Flash Technologies', is jointly run by both Intel and Micron. Together they have announced the smallest production transistor process on the planet, and are now in volume production of this new 25nm flash memory. Allyn came back with some sweet pics, so check it out already!

Nexus RX-5300 530W Modular Power Supply Review

Case and Cooling - Jan 29, 2010 | 12:00 PM

Virtually silent! If you are looking for a very quiet mid-power PSU with good voltage regulation, good efficiency, high-end video card support and modular cables; the Nexus RX-5300 deserves a very close look.

SSD Decoder Ring - an SSD comparison guide (Rev 2.3)

Storage - Jan 29, 2010 | 12:00 AM

** Updated 20 Feb 2010 ** Tired of bouncing back and forth between review sites, manufacturer sites, and retailers in search of your next SSD? Allyn has compiled a huge list of all current and popular SSD's, grouped by controller type, manufacturer, and model.

Zalman MS1000-HS2 Mid-Tower ATX Case Review

Case and Cooling - Jan 28, 2010 | 12:00 AM

Zalman has been building high-end PC cases for several years now and their newest MS1000-HS2 is their new flagship mid-tower enclosure that features two hot swappable SATA storage bays, a sleek, windowless design, and a custom cooling solution. This $175 beast also has sound dampening features and a full steel chassis that is very sturdy. Let's dive right into all the features the MS1000-MS2 has to offer enthusiasts and PC builders.

AMD’s January Budget Refresh: 5 New Processors from $74 and Up

Processor - Jan 26, 2010 | 03:00 PM

While AMD is certainly behind Intel when it comes to the high end of the market, as well as introducing 32 nm processors, they do have a very strong position and following in the sub-$200 processor market. AMD has released five new processors from $74 to $179, which they hope will help solidify their offerings in the face of Intel's i3 and i5 processors.

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