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Nvidia's Board Partners: GTX 980 And 970 Card RoundupSep 19, 2014 - in News
Yesterday Nvidia launched its Maxwell-based GTX 980 and GTX 970 graphics cards, and today we bring you a roundup of various cards from the company's authorized board partners.
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Nvidia Announces Entry-Level GT 720 Graphics CardAug 12, 2014 - in News
Nvidia's new GT 720 is an entry-level card with an entry-level price tag.
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A Roundup of Announced GeForce GTX 770 Graphics CardsMay 31, 2013 - in News
We've compiled a list with all the GeForce GTX 770 cards that have been announced to date, with their most relevant specifications.
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A Listing of Radeon HD 7990 Manufacturers and Their CardsApr 24, 2013 - in News
A number of different manufacturers have already released their HD 7990 graphics cards, and unsurprisingly, they are all nearly identical.
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Palit and PC Partner Overtake Asus in Graphics Card MarketApr 18, 2013 - in News
Asus is no longer the biggest graphics cards manufacturer, and has been overtaken by Palit and PC Partner.
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A List of Manufacturers Releasing GeForce GTX Titan CardsFeb 22, 2013 - in News
Various manufacturers including Asus, EVGA, Gainward, Galaxy, Gigabyte, Inno3D, MSI, Palit and Zotac have released their Nvidia GeForce GTX Titan cards.
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Four Z77-Based Mini-ITX Motherboards, ReviewedJan 9, 2013 - in Reviews
Yes, you can get all of the functionality enabled by Intel's Z77 Express chipset in a tiny mini-ITX form factor! We round up four motherboards that uniquely approach the gaming and media center markets with a range of features and prices. Which is best?
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Six Socket FM2 Motherboards For AMD's Trinity APUsNov 25, 2012 - in Reviews
After just one generation, Socket FM1 is dead. We test six Socket FM2-based motherboards able to take AMD's newest APUs built using the Trinity architecture. Can any of these platforms, armed with AMD A85X Fusion Controller Hubs, get us to upgrade?
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Six $220-280 Z77 Express-Based Motherboards, ReviewedOct 9, 2012 - in Reviews
Expanded graphics card support, enhanced on-board features that include Thunderbolt on some models, and more-robust voltage control are all good reasons to consider paying a little extra for a higher-end motherboard. Today we examine five top choices.
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Seven GeForce GTX 660 Ti Cards: Exploring Memory BandwidthSep 11, 2012 - in Reviews
Seven GeForce GTX 660 Tis landed in our lab. Today, we're benchmarking them, measuring their noise and temperatures, and conducting a more in-depth analysis of the impact a 192-bit memory interface has on performance. The results are enlightening!
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Seven Sub-$160 Z77 Express Motherboards, ReviewedJul 22, 2012 - in Reviews
Intel’s LGA 1155 interface is designed for mainstream buyers, yet the firm’s Ivy Bridge-based processors put it in the performance spotlight. We compare seven Z77 Express motherboards that deliver enthusiast-class performance at mainstream prices.
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Radeon HD 7950 3 GB: Six Cards, Benchmarked And ReviewedJun 17, 2012 - in Reviews
With Nvidia's GeForce GTX 670 readily available for $400, AMD's Radeon HD 7950 shifts to the upper middle class of graphics card performance. We test six third-party interpretations in anticipation of pricing more in line with its competitive position.
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Thunderbolt Will Become Key Motherboard Spec in 2H 2012May 25, 2012 - in News
Insiders predict the obvious: Thunderbolt will be a key competitive spec for motherboard manufacturers in 2H 2012.
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Does Your AMD FX Platform BSOD with Steam? Read This.May 22, 2012 - in News
Tom's Hardware has reached out to AMD and a few motherboard manufacturers to get an understanding of what looks to be a long stemming issue with its FX processors and Steam games.
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Six $160-220 Z77 Motherboards, Benchmarked And ReviewedApr 29, 2012 - in Reviews
Combining the newest features with moderate expandability, Intel’s mainstream platforms provide high value to most gaming and overclocking enthusiasts. We compare six examples with Z77 Express to find the best features, overclocking, and efficiency.
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Nvidia GeForce GTX 680 Graphics Cards Vendor RoundupMar 30, 2012 - in News
With the announcement of EVGA's GeForce GTX 680 Superclocked and GTX 680 SC+ w/Backplate, we take a look at the current available Nvidia GeForce GTX 680 models
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Six $200-$260 LGA 2011 Motherboards, ReviewedFeb 26, 2012 - in Reviews
We know that Intel's X79 Express platform hosts the fastest desktop processors in the company's portfolio. But can it be made more affordable? We round up the least-expensive $200-$260 motherboards to determine how much you have to give up for cheap X79.
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Five Overclocked GeForce GTX 560 Cards, Rounded-UpJan 18, 2012 - in Reviews
We were foiled in our quest to find the best vendor-provided GPU cooler for Nvidia's GeForce GTX 560. But out of the ashes sprung a round-up of cards armed with those very same solutions. Which of these five GF114-based boards is right for you?
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Seven $260-$320 X79 Express Motherboards, ReviewedJan 11, 2012 - in Reviews
With 40 lanes of PCIe 3.0 connectivity to host all of our high-bandwidth devices, LGA 2011 certainly qualifies as a premium processor interface. Today we examine seven X79-based motherboards that offer high-end features at a more palatable price.
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Five $160 To $240 990FX-Based Socket AM3+ MotherboardsNov 6, 2011 - in Reviews
Forty-two PCIe lanes give the 990FX a clear connectivity lead over competing Intel chipsets. We compare five class-leading products using AMD's FX-8150 to see which offers the best combination of performance, overclocking, integrated features, and value.
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Man Vs. Machine: Four Automatic Overclocking Techs, ComparedOct 12, 2011 - in Reviews
Targeting inexperienced tuners with easy-to-use buttons, several motherboard vendors now provide one-touch overclocking technologies that take away the guesswork. We examine the ease, effectiveness, and safety of methods provided by four major brands.
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Round-Up: Four Z68 Motherboards From $220 To $280Sep 18, 2011 - in Reviews
A real enthusiast chipset deserves a real enthusiast motherboard. Today we're comparing four feature-packed platforms that most folks who call themselves hardcore (and informed enough to know what hardware meets their needs) can actually afford.
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Six A75-Based Motherboards For AMD’s A8 And A6 APUsAug 16, 2011 - in Reviews
Advanced on-board graphics put AMD’s Llano-based APU far ahead of Intel’s Sandy Bridge architecture, at least when it comes to 3D apps. But you’ll still need a new motherboard to support the Socket FM1 platform. Today we test six affordable contenders.
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The 990FX Chipset Arrives: AMD And SLI Rise AgainMay 30, 2011 - in Reviews
AMD is laying the foundation for its Socket AM3+, Bulldozer-based Zambezi processors with the 990FX chipset, functionally identical to 890FX. The big news is that motherboard vendors are licensing SLI again, and we want to compare performance to Intel.
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High-End P67 Express: Five $200-250 MotherboardsApr 25, 2011 - in Reviews
With mainstream boards based on Intel's P67 Express chipset now priced well beyond $150, we reached into the $200-250 range to see what kinds of enhancements high-end buyers could expect just ahead of the anticipated Z68 Express launch.
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Five Overclocked GeForce GTX 560 Ti Cards, ComparedFeb 21, 2011 - in Reviews
We gave the GeForce GTX 560 Ti a thorough evaluation at launch. But Nvidia was perhaps most excited about some of its partners were doing with GF114. And so, we set out to find customized boards. Our search lead to five factory-overclocked alternatives.
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25 Years Of Graphics History: A Farewell To ATI, In PicturesJan 12, 2011 - in Picture Story
ATI graphics were around for 25 years, 10 of them centering on the Radeon family. As the ATI brand fades away, we're left to remember the company's most noteworthy desktop cards, right after the 6970/6950 launch and just before the Radeon HD 6990 emerges.
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P67 Motherboard Roundup: Nine $150-200 BoardsJan 9, 2011 - in Reviews
Improved per-clock performance and higher achievable frequencies are sure to put Intel’s latest K-Series CPUs on top of many builders’ whish lists, but they’ll still need a new socket to put it in. We test nine enthusiast-oriented LGA-1155 motherboards.
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Roundup: Four Radeon HD 6850 1 GB Cards ComparedNov 28, 2010 - in Reviews
Improvements to performance, acoustics, and bundles can add big value once a reference graphics card is modified by third-party vendors. We compare four modified Radeon HD 6850 1 GB boards to find out which company's additions best suit your gaming needs.
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The Perfect Motherboards For Your HackintoshNov 3, 2010 - in News
We keep getting asked, which motherboard to start with for a fully working hackintosh? Start with the letter "G."