Does the Intel "Rocket Lake-S" Core i7-11700KF processor have a base frequency of 3,6 GHz?
The Ashes of the Singularity benchmark database doesn't provide too many details about the hardware that is listed after each run. However, it confirms what is tested by reviewers or computer hardware manufacturers.

The new processor that has just arrived is the 11th generation Intel Core processor. Core i7-11700KF. According to the listing, this CPU is an eight-core processor with 16 threads enabled. Unfortunately, the listing doesn't include a maximum boost clock as AotS doesn't have such a specification. However, the processor name bar contains basic information about the base frequency, and it looks like the 11700KF will have a base frequency of 3,6GHz, which is 100MHz higher than the rumored i9-11900K.

The KF option means that the CPU does not include integrated graphics. Rocket Lake-S processors feature Gen12 Xe-LP graphics, so disabling them basically removes one of the processor's key features.

The Core i7-11700 processors will be based on the Cypress Cove architecture, which is considered a reworking of the Intel Ice Lake processor. Codenamed Rocket Lake-S, the processors will be compatible with existing 400 series motherboards that already have an LGA1200 socket, although a BIOS update may be required. Intel will also release its 500 series chipset, which will fully support the PCI Express Gen4 interface.

Intel is expected to unveil its 11th-generation Core processors at CES 2021, with availability scheduled for March.

 

Intel Core i7-11700KF

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AMD is set to announce its Cezanne processors in 3 weeks at CES 2021. The company will unveil its series of low-power and high-performance mobile devices known as the Ryzen 5000U and Ryzen 5000H.

The six-core processor, known as the Ryzen 5 5600H, became known earlier this month. The processor was expected to have a base clock of 3,0 GHz and a boost clock of 4,1 GHz. However, it appears that the processor is actually running higher. The Ryzen 5 5600H will run at a base frequency of 3,3 GHz and a boost of 4,24 GHz, according to the Geekbench result.

The processor was tested with a TIMI laptop, which appears to be the codename for the Xiaomi Mi Notebook.

 

AMD Ryzen 5 5600H Specifications

The processor is 37% faster in the single-core test and about 18% faster in the multi-threaded test compared to the current generation Renoir Ryzen 5 4600H processor. The 5600H's main competitor is the 7th-gen Core i10750-10H processor, which Intel will reuse in budget laptops based on the GeForce RTX 30. According to Geekbench's own performance charts, AMD's new 6-core processor is 20% faster and 3% faster in single-core and multi-core tests, respectively.

 

AMD Ryzen 5 5600H performance

It looks like the Ryzen 5 5600H will be slower than the 11th generation Core Tiger Lake processors that will also be released next month. However, these processors will be limited to four cores until the Tiger Lake-H series is announced. The Intel i7-11370H feels 14% faster than the 5600H, but still only offers 45% of the 5600H's multi-core performance.

 

So far, only four Cezanne-H parts are known, namely 5900HX, 5900HS, 5800H and 5600H. AMD has no plans to release any other components other than variants of these processors.

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MSI Revives Fermi Design and Unveils GeForce RTX 3090 AERO

MSI took inspiration from the 480-year-old GTX 11 graphics card. The new AERO series is MSI's entry-level series with a fan-based cooling design. The AERO RTX 3090 is a dual-slot model that should perform better in most NVLinked builds (if any) compared to 2,5 or 3-slot designs.

      

The graphics card released today by MSI has a reference clock speed of up to 1695 MHz. However, the card doesn't have a reference board design, essentially it's a full-size PCB with no exposed areas like we saw on the NVIDIA RTX A6000, which has a vent behind the fan.

You might also be interested in the back panel, which covers only half the length of the card (30 cm). The rear panel is necessary for the RTX 3090 graphics cards, since the model is equipped with dual-sided memory, which still needs to be cooled. When it comes to the other components that are clearly visible on the back, it's probably not that big of a deal, but to be honest, it looks pretty weird.

The MSI RTX 3090 AERO has four display connectors, including 3x DisplayPort 1.4 and 1x HDMI 2.1. The card is powered by a pair of 8-pin power connectors and has a power consumption rating of 350W.

      

The graphics card features a similar design to the reference NVIDIA GeForce GTX 480 based on the Fermi architecture, one of the most popular and controversial graphics cards the company has ever released.

      

GeForce RTX™ 3090 AERO 24G
The GeForce RTX™ 3090 is a big, powerful GPU (BFGPU) with TITAN-class performance. It’s based on Ampere, NVIDIA’s second-generation RTX architecture, which doubles ray tracing and AI performance with improved RT Cores, Tensor Cores, and new streaming multiprocessors. Plus, it’s equipped with an impressive 24GB of G6X memory to deliver the ultimate gaming experience.

Core/Memory

• Increase
  clock/memory speeds up to 1695 MHz/19,5 Gbps
• 24 GB GDDR6X
• DisplayPort x 3 (v1.4a) / HDMI 2.1 x 1

Metal plate

• The rigid metal backplate provides a rugged look while extending the length of the graphics card.

Purposeful Cooling Design

• The air passing through the cooler passes through the large heatsink and exits freely through the open I/O port.

Cold air intake

• The receiver has an optimal shape for drawing fresh air from inside the housing.

     

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Last week at CD Projekt Red headquarters was very tense and nervous. The game developer decided to launch his game on multiple platforms at the same time, and this decision had unintended consequences. As it turns out, the company abused the trust of customers who were looking forward to a true next-gen open world, only to end up with a game that was riddled with bugs or severely unfinished and not optimized for last-gen consoles.

CD Projekt Red has announced that unsatisfied customers can request a refund from the store where the game was purchased. Naturally, this type of return works much earlier for digital purchases, but physical copies should also have a return policy depending on where the game was purchased.

Social media was filled with messages from people who were denied a refund. Instead, they were asked to wait for a patch. This was inconsistent with CDPR's statement, which felt that the process should be easy given how poorly optimized the game they released was. The developer released a statement today saying that both the developer and Sony have agreed to suspend sales of the game through the PlayStation Store. The game will most likely return as soon as all the major bugs are fixed. However, no one, including CDPR, knows when this will happen.

 

Sony Refund Statement Cyberpunk 2077

 

CD Projek Red Removal Statement Cyberpunk 2077 from PS Store

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AOC, display specialist and number one brand in gaming monitors[1], introduces the 49-inch (124 cm) new AGON AG493UCX with an impressive 32:9 aspect ratio. The new monitor looks like combining two 27-inch QHD screens into one seamless panel. The AG493UCX has no bezels on three sides, allowing dedicated gamers to immerse themselves in gaming like never before. As a member of the AGON family, the AG493UCX has game-critical features: 120Hz refresh rate, 1ms MPRT response time, DisplayHDR 400 and FreeSync Premium Pro. With a 5120x1440 pixel resolution, Picture by Picture mode, KVM switch for multiple input sources, and USB-C connectivity, the new monitor is also a great productivity aid for content creators and YouTubers. and streamers.

Double pleasure

The name of AOC's premium gaming line "AGON" is translated from ancient Greek as "clash" or "competition". Indeed, the AG493UCX is capable of crushing the competition with its 49-inch size alone. The seamless VA panel has a 1800R curvature (1,8m radius), completely covering the user's left and right peripheral vision. The monitor has an aspect ratio of 32:9, a resolution of 5120x1440 pixels, and a refresh rate of 120 Hz. 4ms GtG and 1ms MPRT response times ensure blur-free images, while AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology eliminates stuttering and tearing and ensures low latency even with HDR enabled.

Compared to a dual-monitor setup where the side bezels between them, no matter how thin, are always right in the center, the AG493UCX offers a single and continuous screen space. However, the main specialization of the new monitor is still games. Those who like to fly in the open sky or race on a car track will get maximum immersion thanks to the aspect ratio. The simulation game community will especially appreciate this.

Extra large size

To make better use of the full width of the screen space, you can enable the “Picture by Picture” mode, in which two images with an aspect ratio of 16:9 from different sources are displayed on one device. When using two PCs at the same time, you can use a KVM switch and limit yourself to one keyboard/mouse set. This is a great option for gamers who use an additional PC for live streaming. The AG493UCX monitor also accepts USB-C display input (via DP Alternate Mode) and can, thanks to USB-C Power Delivery mode, charge a connected laptop at 65W. All these features turn the giant gaming monitor into a productivity machine.

The beauty of an image is not only in the eye of the beholder. The AG493UCX features a truly excellent VA panel that delivers a native contrast ratio of 3000:1, peak brightness of 550 nits, 121% sRGB color space, 90% AdobeRGB and 3% DCI-P90 gamut coverage, and 178°/178° viewing angles . This gaming beast is also VESA DisplayHDR 400 certified, thanks to its ability to display high dynamic range content, the same way our eyes perceive light.

The AG493UCX monitor is equipped with additional bonuses:

• Durable stand 100mm high, with tilt angles -3.5/13.5° and rotation angles -15.5/15.5°
• Two 5W speakers
• Two HDMI 2.0 and two DP 1.4 connectors
• USB 3.1 hub with three connectors and USB-C input (video and 65 W charging power)
• FPS counter and Dial Point
• Six game modes for games of different genres, of which three are user customizable
• FlickerFree technology and Low Blue mode
• New elegantly designed OSD menu and software (AOC G-Menu)

The AOC AGON AG493UCX monitor will be available to order with February 2021 years at approximate price 50 999 hryvnia.

[1] According to the IDC Quarterly Gaming Tracker for the second quarter of 2020, AOC achieved a leading position in the category of gaming monitors with a refresh rate of 100 Hz and above, with a market share of approximately 20%.

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Cyberpunk 2077

An article from Tom's Hardware talks about the GPU performance in the latest RPG/FPS game from CD Projekt Red. Cyberpunk 2077. The official launch of the game is scheduled for December 10, but today the developer is lifting the embargo on game reviews.

Cyberpunk 2077 supports ray tracing and ultra-high resolution technologies. Regarding the latter, only NVIDIA DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) is available, as AMD has not yet released its FidelityFX super resolution for any game. Ray tracing is only supported by NVIDIA RTX graphics cards at launch, but support for Radeon RX 6000 will also be coming in the future. The game has various DLSS options, but the default settings are: Quality at 1080p, Balanced at 1440p, and Performance at 4K.

Tom's Hardware's testing platform features an Intel Core i9-9900K processor, with separate tests using the now ancient quad-core Core i7-7700K processor. Please note that the version tested by Tom's Hardware has Denuvo enabled, which may impact performance. The GOG Galaxy version of the game will be released without DRM, which may impact GPU and CPU performance.

Cyberpunk 2077 at average resolution 1080p

Since there are a lot of settings, Tom's hardware charts can be a little confusing at first because there are a lot of different graphics settings in the game, so here's a quick legend:

Legend of average charts

• NVIDIA Graphics Cards
• NVIDIA Ray Traced Graphics Cards
• AMD Graphics Cards
• RTM - Ray Tracing Framework
• RTU - Ray Tracing Ultra (enhanced with RT reflections and better lighting)

Cyberpunk 2077, seems to be CPU limited at 1080p and 1440p resolutions. There also appears to be a 104-108fps wall that no graphics card in this review can break. At 1080p, the Radeon RX 6800XT delivers better performance, but once the resolution increases to 4K, NVIDIA GPUs gain a clear advantage:

      

Cyberpunk 2077 at medium settings 1920 × 1080 (left) and 3840 × 2160 (right)

Cyberpunk 2077 in 4K Ultra

Those who may have already purchased Radeon RX 6000 graphics or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 cards will most likely be using the higher resolution and, if possible, will visually benefit from ray tracing with DLSS enabled. At launch, only the NVIDIA GPU supports both. AMD RX 6000 cards should get ray tracing support later.

Legend Ultra graphs:

• Native results (without DLSS)
• DLSS quality
• DLSS balanced
• DLSS Performance
• DLSS Ultra Performance
• [Rast] - Rasterization (no ray tracing)

At 4K resolution, none of the graphics cards are capable of delivering 60 frames per second with the preset Ultra. In this rasterization test without ray tracing or DLSS, the GeForce RTX 3090 is 36% faster than the Radeon RX 6800 XT. The RTX 3090 with ray tracing set to Medium simply doesn't play at 26,7 FPS, this is of course without DLSS enabled.

 

Cyberpunk 2077 in resolution 3840 × 2160 Ultra

Various DLSS settings have been extensively tested by Tom's Hardware. It turned out that with the ray tracing settings Ultra only RTX 3090 can break the 60+ FPS barrier with DLSS set to quality Ultra Performance

The AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT is not included in this table because it does not support either of the two technologies.

 

Cyberpunk 2077 in resolution 3840 × 2160 Ultra, settings with ray tracing and DLSS

There are other graphics available in the original article, which we encourage you to check out. The game is already available for pre-load on Steam. NVIDIA launch drivers will also be available when the game is released, while the reviewer will be using a pre-release graphics driver. Tom's Hardware will be repeating their test with a DRM-free version and updated AMD and NVIDIA drivers. GPU at some point in the future.

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AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX, 8-core Cezanne

Today, APISAK discovered an entry in the Geekbench benchmark database revealing the specs of AMD's new processor.

According to the listing, the Ryzen 9 5900HX is an 8-core, 16-thread processor that will have a base frequency of 3,3GHz and a boost frequency of 4,6GHz. While the base frequency is identical to the Renoir-based Ryzen 9 4900H processors, the boost frequency is 200 MHz higher than the previous generation processor. It's unclear what the X in the product name stands for, but the product listing article indicated that a 5900HS model is also planned (more likely allgo, limited to 35W). The 5900HX could either be a higher clocked variant, a higher TDP model, or simply a model with overclocking capabilities like Intel's Core i9-10980HK.

The laptop used for this test is the ASUS Zephyrus Duo GX551QS, a dual-screen laptop. The product specifications listed by Geekbench do not confirm the presence of a discrete GPU in the laptop during the test. However, a retailer listing confirms that the Cezanne-powered Zephyrus Duo will have mobile graphics up to GeForce RTX 3080.

 

AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX Specifications on Geekbench

With a single-thread score of 1423 and a multi-thread score of 6912, the processor was 23% faster than the Core i7-10750H (the most popular Comet Lake-H processor) in the ST and 24% faster in the MT.

Compared to the current generation Ryzen 9 4900HS, the processor is 30% faster in single-threaded mode and about 3% slower in multi-threaded mode.

 

AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX Geekbench score

      

Intel Core i7-10750H and AMD Ryzen 9 4900HS on Geekbench

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AMD Radeo RX 6900 XT graphics card

In the Ashes of the Singularity Crazy 1080p preset, the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT scored 10100, averaging 102,1 FPS. This puts the RX 6900 XT only slightly below the GeForce RTX 3090, which scores between 10400 and 10200, according to the same reviewer. Further analysis of the test results shows that in the stripped-down version, the RX 6800XT also scores exactly 10100 points, although the average frame rate is 102,0 FPS (a difference of 0,1 FPS).

Testing platform: Intel Core i7-8700K, 32 GB RAM

The AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT is a new flagship graphics card based on the RDNA2 architecture. The graphics card features a Navi 21 XTX GPU with 5120 stream processors and 16 GB of GDDR6 memory. This model will compete with the NVIDIA RTX 3090 graphics card with the Ampere architecture and the GA102 GPU. Although both cards are very expensive, the RX 6900 XT is still 1/3 cheaper than the RTX 3090. AMD plans to launch this graphics card on December 8. Reviewers are currently evaluating the performance of the graphics card.

 

AMD Radeon RX 6900XT Ashes of the Singularity Crazy 1080p

Other test results from the same user:

 

AMD Radeon RX 6900XT Ashes of the Singularity: Insane 1080p Results

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Five new product lines leverage the power of NVIDIA® Ampere architecture

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• Powered by second-generation NVIDIA RTX GPUs, ASUS GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti series graphics cards feature an advanced design.
• ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics cards offer numerous features for gamers and an advanced cooling design.
• TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 Ti models are manufactured using selected components and are equipped with a highly efficient cooling system.
• ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3060 Ti video cards reveal the wide possibilities of the new architecture.
• The ASUS Dual MINI delivers exceptional thermal performance for compact systems, while the ASUS KO combines original style, efficient cooling and durability.

ASUS introduces graphics cards based on the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics processor. The new products are part of five lines: ROG Strix, TUF Gaming, ASUS Dual, ASUS Dual MINI and ASUS KO GeForce RTX 3060 Ti.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti GPU

Featuring 2nd Gen NVIDIA Ampere architecture, the world's most powerful PC gaming platform with real-time ray tracing, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is great for gaming at 1080p and 1440p resolutions.

The RTX 3060 Ti also supports a trio of GeForce gaming innovations: NVIDIA DLSS acceleration technology with deep learning algorithms, now available in more than 25 games; NVIDIA Reflex technology reduces system latency (input lag), making games more responsive to give players an extra edge over their opponents in competitive multiplayer games; and NVIDIA Broadcast, a suite of advanced AI-powered audio and video technologies to enhance online broadcasts, including virtual backgrounds and noise removal tools that users can use during chats, Skype calls and video meetings. Therefore, with the new GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics cards, gamers will be able to rediscover popular gaming hits, including Cyberpunk 2077, Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Watch Dogs: Legion.

ROG Strix: take off!

The ROG Strix GeForce RTX 30 series graphics cards contain many innovations in the design of the cooling system. Three Axial-tech fans are protected by a new casing with metal elements. The 13-blade center fan uses a full-height limiter ring to help the fan generate increased static pressure and increase airflow between the heatsink fins and towards the GPU heat spreader. The two outer fans each have 11 blades and half-height restrictor rings for improved side dispersion and increased airflow through the grille. Turbulence created by the fans is minimized by rotating the central fan in the opposite direction to the other two fans.

Taking into account the increased air flow, a massive radiator was specially designed, filling most of the 2,9-slot thick graphics card case. MaxContact technology, which involves high-precision polishing of the radiator base, helps to increase the efficiency of heat transfer from the graphics chip to the radiator. Having a smoother surface than conventional radiators, the base of such a radiator provides an increased contact area with the chip, and therefore better heat transfer. In addition to the cooling system, improvements have also affected the element base: high-quality capacitors, chokes and power modules easily deliver hundreds of watts of power in a matter of milliseconds. ROG Strix GeForce RTX 30 series graphics cards use Super Alloy Power II components, which are soldered using an exclusive automated production process called Auto-Extreme.

The new video cards have connectors for connecting case fans with PWM control (FanConnect II technology). Their speed changes based on the temperature of the CPU and GPU, which provides additional air supply or exhaust when working with resource-demanding applications. The presence of a hardware Dual BIOS switch allows enthusiasts to quickly select the desired mode with settings that meet, for example, maximum performance or minimum noise. Another easy-to-use feature is the built-in voltage monitoring circuitry, which allows you to monitor the voltage on the power supply bus. This fast circuit can recognize any transients that cause a significant drop in bus voltage. If problems with the power supply are detected, the red LED lights up, making it easier to find the cause of the failure.

The video cards feature an updated design with support for RGB backlighting, customizable using the utility Armory Crate. An additional level of strength is provided by the metal frame, as well as the metal reinforcement plate on the back of the device. The reinforcement plate has a wide ventilation hole through which hot air from the video card is removed by exhaust case fans. A mounting bracket is located under the graphics processor, ensuring constant pressure between the chip and the base of the radiator. To protect the ports and ensure reliable fastening, the back panel of the video cards is made of stainless steel.

TUF Gaming: reliability guaranteed

TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics cards deliver exceptional performance and efficient cooling. The new all-metal casing houses three powerful axial fans with durable double bearings. Turbulence created by the fans is minimized by rotating the central fan in the opposite direction to the outer ones, in addition, at low temperatures all three fans stop completely. Separate GPU and memory heatsinks located underneath provide efficient heat dissipation and temperature control.

According to the TUF Gaming concept, this line of video cards uses special Super Alloy Power II components to increase reliability and durability. Graphics cards in this line are soldered using the exclusive automated production process Auto-ExtremeTo ensure flawless operation of the graphics card, each one undergoes an intensive 144-hour test.

The reinforcement plate has a wide ventilation hole through which hot air from the video card is removed by exhaust case fans. Under the graphics processor is a mounting bracket that ensures constant pressure between the chip and the radiator base. To protect the ports and securely fasten, the back panel of the video cards is made of stainless steel. Conveniently located Dual BIOS switch allows you to configure the standard performance profile of the video card without using special software.

ASUS Dual: speed and efficiency

The ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics card uses innovative cooling technologies borrowed from flagship graphics cards, making it an ideal choice for building a balanced configuration. A pair of time-tested Axial-tech fans provide optimal directional airflow for high-quality cooling, and the fans automatically stop at low temperatures. Automated production process Auto-Extreme Helps reduce heat load and energy consumption. To protect the ports and securely mount, the back panel of the video cards is made of stainless steel.

The ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3060 Ti is designed for gamers, content creators and enthusiasts who require the ultimate in graphics card reliability.

ASUS Dual MINI: compact design, modern characteristics

The new ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3060 Ti MINI graphics card is specially designed for small format systems and mini-PCs Intel NUC 9 and Intel NUC 9 Pro. With a length of less than 20 cm, Dual MINI offers wide compatibility with compact cases and exemplary thermal performance. It is equipped with an original two-slot cooling system consisting of a large radiator and two Axial-tech fans. In addition to powerful cooling, reliability is also enhanced by the automated production process (Auto-technology).Extreme), making Dual MINI the ideal choice for compact systems.

ASUS KO: total knockout

The ASUS KO GeForce RTX 3060 Ti builds on the foundation laid by the ASUS Dual with a redesigned shroud, premium fan bearing lubricant, long-life capacitors, and a vented reinforcement plate. The front of the shroud features gold and silver accents with adjustable full-color lighting that can be customized using Aura software.

Cooling is handled by a large heatsink that takes up most of the 2,7-slot graphics card, while the backplate on the back of the unit features a vent to prevent heat buildup. The dual Axial-tech fans spin on sleeve bearings immersed in high-quality grease, which increases durability and provides a quieter acoustic profile than a dual-ball bearing design. The board components are assembled using an automated manufacturing process (Auto-Extreme) and include capacitors rated to last 2,5x longer than industry standards. The combination of distinctive design, powerful cooling, and durability makes the KO GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics cards ideal for gamers looking to build a flashy rig for gaming and showcasing.

BRIEF TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

ROG STRIX GEFORCE RTX™ 3060 Ti OC Edition	ROG STRIX GEFORCE RTX™ 3060 Ti
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti CUDA cores: 4864 Boost frequency, overclocking mode: 1890 MHz · Boost frequency, game mode: 1860 MHz · 8 GB GDDR6 PCIe Interface: 4.0 · 2 x HDMI 2.1 · 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a	NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti CUDA cores: 4864 Boost frequency, overclocking mode: 1695 MHz · Boost frequency, game mode: 1665 MHz · 8 GB GDDR6 PCIe Interface: 4.0 · 2 x HDMI 2.1 · 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti OC Edition	ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti CUDA cores: 4864 Boost frequency, overclocking mode: 1785 MHz · Boost frequency, game mode: 1755 MHz · 8 GB GDDR6 PCIe Interface: 4.0 · 2 x HDMI 2.1 · 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a	NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti CUDA cores: 4864 Boost frequency, overclocking mode: 1695 MHz · Boost frequency, game mode: 1665 MHz · 8 GB GDDR6 PCIe Interface: 4.0 · 2 x HDMI 2.1 · 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti OC Edition	ASUS Dual GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti CUDA cores: 4864 Boost frequency, overclocking mode: 1740 MHz · Boost frequency, game mode: 1710 MHz · 8 GB GDDR6 PCIe Interface: 4.0 · 2 x HDMI 2.1 · 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a	NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti CUDA cores: 4864 Boost frequency, overclocking mode: 1695 MHz · Boost frequency, game mode: 1665 MHz · 8 GB GDDR6 PCIe Interface: 4.0 · 2 x HDMI 2.1 · 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti MINI OC Edition	ASUS Dual GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti MINI
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti CUDA cores: 4864 Boost frequency, overclocking mode: 1710 MHz · Boost frequency, game mode: 1680 MHz · 8 GB GDDR6 PCIe Interface: 4.0 · 1 x HDMI 2.1 · 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a	NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti CUDA cores: 4864 Boost frequency, overclocking mode: 1695 MHz · Boost frequency, game mode: 1665 MHz · 8 GB GDDR6 PCIe Interface: 4.0 · 1x HDMI 2.1 · 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
ASUS KO GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti OC Edition	ASUS KO GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti CUDA cores: 4864 Boost frequency, overclocking mode: 1785 MHz · Boost frequency, game mode: 1755 MHz · 8 GB GDDR6 PCIe Interface: 4.0 · 2 x HDMI 2.1 · 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a	NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Ti CUDA cores: 4864 Boost frequency, overclocking mode: 1695 MHz · Boost frequency, game mode: 1665 MHz · 8 GB GDDR6 PCIe Interface: 4.0 · 2 x HDMI 2.1 · 3 x DisplayPort 1.4a

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AMD Smart Access Memory

AMD Smart Access Memory is the marketing name for a technology that has existed in PCIe specifications since the second generation of the interface. AMD took advantage of a feature that wasn't really on the radar of anyone outside of the Linux or server communities. With Smart Access memory, the processor can use GPU memory through an extended base address register. Some motherboards already offered this option with the "Re-Size BAR" or "Resizable Base Address Register" feature.

Recently the new BIOS from ASUS for their Z490 motherboard included this option. Simply by enabling this feature in the BIOS, AMD Radeon RX 6000 series GPUs should automatically take advantage of this feature. A Japanese ASCII site decided to test this BIOS.

AMD never said that this feature would be exclusive to Radeon RX 6000 GPUs and Ryzen 5000 processors. However, these product lines are listed as supported on the technology page simply because AMD has tested them (so far). Another reason is obviously the marketing and sales of their next generation equipment, which is completely out of stock at the moment.

Meanwhile, other vendors are working to enable this feature for their equipment. Support for other processors, motherboard chipsets and, of course, video cards is expected. NVIDIA also confirmed that it is developing a similar feature for its video cards.

ASCII SAM tests on Intel Z490 motherboards

On the ASUS ROG Maximus XII EXTREME with firmware 1002 (released November 27), an ASCII editor was able to enable the Re-Size Bar feature in the Advanced tab of the motherboard BIOS.

      

The editor uses an Intel Core i9-10900K and a reference Radeon RX 6800 XT with the feature enabled and then disabled to see if there is any improvement. It is worth noting that SAM does not always provide a noticeable performance boost, even on the Ryzen 5000 / Radeon 6000 platform. However, the editor only tested games where SAM has been proven to provide such a boost: Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Forza Horizon 4, Red Dead Redemption 2 and Rainbow Six Siege.

      

Official statements regarding SAM performance improvements on AMD Ryzen 5000 / Radeon 6000 platform

Assassin's Creed Valhalla (1920×1080, highest)

This feature shows a 1% improvement in both minimum and average frame rates:

 

AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT with SAM on Intel Z490 platform

Forza Horizon 4 (2560×1440, Ultra)

The editor initially tested Forza Horizon 4 at 1080p, but the results were CPU-bound and showed minimal gains. Although frame rates GPU-min/avg is indeed higher, fps-avg (actual rendering frame rate) does not show much improvement. On the other hand, the WQHD test shows visible improvement (note that the table incorrectly states 1920×1080 resolution):

 

AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT with SAM on Intel Z490 platform

Red Dead Redemption 2 (1920 × 1080)

With Re-Sizable BAR enabled, the minimum frame rate increases significantly:

 

AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT with SAM on Intel Z490 platform

Rainbow Six Siege (1920×1080, highest settings, 100% render scale)

Rainbow Six Siege shows an improvement in the minimum frame rate with a minimal increase on average:

 

AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT with SAM on Intel Z490 platform

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