Company Sony completed work on processor design for next generation console PlayStation 6, an insider reported Kepler L2, known for leaks on AMD products. Development systems on a chip (SoC) completed and the preliminary inspection phase has begun. Chip test samples will be ready at the end 2025 years, and herself PS6 may go on sale in 2027 year.
GPU The console is based on modified AMD gfx13 architecture, also known as RDNA5 or UDNA. Sony has maintained its partnership with AMD, started with PS4, despite initial talks with Intel, which ended without result.
The RDNA 5 architecture promises significant gains in performance, power efficiency, and graphics capabilities to enable PS6 to meet the demands of next-generation gaming.
The next-gen console will arrive seven years after the launch of the PS5, which is in line with Sony's traditional development cycle. The PlayStation 6 is expected to be a major milestone in the evolution of gaming hardware and technology.
On the CES 2025 NVIDIA has announced a new version of the technology DLSS-4, which will bring improvements in frame generation, reconstruction of rays и super resolution. But the key news for many owners of previous generation video cards was the announcement of a possible DLSS 4 support on RTX 30.
Vice President of Deep Learning Research at NVIDIA Brian Catanzaro noted that despite the fact that DLSS 4 was developed for new GPU RTX 50 series, porting technology to older models, such as RTX 30, it remains possible:
"It's a matter of optimization and design. We'll see what we can do with the old equipment in the future."
Previously, DLSS limitations were related to the use of hardware Optical Flow accelerator, which was improved in RTX 40. But in DLSS 4 this component is completely replaced by AI solution, which Catanzaro says opens up new possibilities for porting.
However, he also stressed that the high demands on Tensor Cores new technology may become a barrier to full porting to older hardware. However, the very possibility of adapting DLSS 4 for RTX 30 gives hope to many users who are not planning to upgrade to RTX 50.
Whether NVIDIA will work on RTX 30 support for DLSS 4 will become clear in the coming months.
Launch of new video cards AMD Radeon RX 9070XT encountered unexpected difficulties. The graphics adapters are reportedly already available in stock, but the lack of consistency between AMD and retailers in terms of pricing and marketing budgets has led to a delay in their market entry.
On the CES 2025 The RX 9070 XT's unveiling was viewed as "disappointing" by many stakeholders, and is still prices and release dates have not been officially announced. The main problem, it is claimed, is that the originally planned the price range turned out to be too high to compete with NVIDIA products. At the same time, revising prices for already shipped supplies becomes difficult.
How is the issue resolved:
Usually such problems are resolved with the help of marketing bonuses or cashbacks for retailers, which helps to make up the difference.
However, AMD has reportedly already delays cashback payments for several months, which creates liquidity problems some partners.
Retailers They say that without clarity on the marketing budget and timely payments, the release of the RX 9070 XT will be uncompetitive compared to NVIDIA counterparts. AMD is expected to revise its policy in the near future to stabilize its position in the market.
It is not yet known when the Radeon RX 9070 XT will go on sale. However, if AMD is unable to quickly resolve the current issues, the launch may be delayed indefinitely.
Microsoft officially announced the start of forced updating of devices with Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2 to version 24H2. The update became mandatory for "regular users", while controlled devices remain under the control of IT administrators.
Up to this point Windows 11 versions 24H2 was only available as an optional update, and devices affected by known bugs were unable to receive it. Now, the company says it has reached a "new phase of phased rollout" and is ready to scale up the update.
Key update details:
The forced update only affects devices that not having update blocks.
Users can set the reboot time to install the update or postpone the transition to the new version.
Devices with Windows 11 Copilot+ already come with version 24H2, however, a number of features such as Recall и Click To Do, remain available only to program participants Windows Insider.
Despite the active deployment, Windows 11 version 24H2 still has known issuesincluding:
Errors with Auto HDR;
Sound problems;
Game freezes;
"Blue Screens of Death" on ASUS devices;
Errors in applications using cameras and wallpapers.
Microsoft assures that affected devices will not be updated automatically until the bugs are fixed. However, users can manually initiate the update via Update centre Windows.
While Microsoft continues to work on fixing bugs, the large-scale rollout Windows Version 11 24H2 shows the company's confidence in the stability of the new update.
AMD continues to expand its processor lineup Zen 4, launching a new model Ryzen 5 7400F. This budget 6-core and 12-thread processor It is designed for users looking for a high-performance solution at an affordable price. In the Chinese market, its price is allgo 849 Yuan (about $116), making it one of the cheapest options in AMD's current lineup.
Ryzen 5 7400F Specifications:
Kernels / Threads: 6/12;
base frequency: 3.7 GHz;
Boost frequency: 4.7 GHz;
TDP: 65 W;
Integrated graphics: missing.
For comparison with its more powerful counterpart, Ryzen 5 7500F, the base frequency of the models is identical, but the 7400F Boost frequency is lower by 300 MHz. Like other processors in the series F, this model requires the presence of discrete graphics card, since there is no integrated graphics.
The peculiarity of this model is its distribution. At the first stage Ryzen 5 7400F will be available mainly in ready-made PC assemblies from system integrators, but will later appear in retail sales.
Users will be able to get the most out of the processor by pairing it with motherboards based on B650 or A620 chipsets, making it an ideal choice for available game builds.
At a price of around $ 100-110 (depending on taxes in different regions) Ryzen 5 7400F is a great option for budget systems with high performance. This processor is ideal for building inexpensive gaming and work PCs.
AMD is preparing for release Radeon RX 9070, and it looks like an official announcement is just around the corner. ASUS began teasing their versions of these video cards, including TUF Gaming и PREMIUM, hinting at the imminent start of sales.
AMD previously confirmed that the RDNA 4 lineup, which includes the RX 9070 XT and RX 9070, will be unveiled separately from CES 2025. According to rumors, pre-orders for video cards begin 23 January, and retail channels already have access to the devices, awaiting the green light from AMD.
What is known about Radeon RX 9070:
RX 9070 XT promises performance above RX 7900 GRE in tests such as Time Spy.
The expected price of RX 9070 XT is from $ 500 to 600 $, the base RX 9070 can start from $300.
Gigabyte's Radeon RX 9070 XT Gaming OC 16G has already been spotted for sale for $529.
AMD is positioning this series as a competitor to NVIDIA's 70th and 80th lines, focusing on price efficiency and performance in the mainstream class. The new RDNA 4 line promises to deliver better values productivity per dollar, competing with NVIDIA analogues.
As part of the tests in Blender benchmark video card NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 demonstrated incredible results, significantly surpassing the previous generation. RTX 5090 showed 17822.17 points, What's on 36% higher compared to the RTX 4090's 13064.09, confirming the RTX 5090's status as the new flagship capable of handling the most demanding rendering workloads.
Here are the main results of the testing in Blender:
The RTX 5090 graphics card shows off incredible power, outperforming even professional models such as the RTX 6000 Ada Generation, making it ideal for professional tasks and content creation. At the same time, the RTX 5090 is 82% faster than RTX 3090 Ti, which was previously considered one of the leaders in its line.
This test confirms that new generation RTX Offering not only breakthrough performance but also significant improvements in rendering, the RTX 5090 promises to be the choice for professionals and enthusiasts who value power and speed.
According to latest rumors, NVIDIA may introduce a new graphics card GeForce RTX 5080 Ti at the end of summer at Gamescom 2025. The model is expected to be an interesting choice for gamers, offering high performance at a relatively affordable price.
It is assumed that recommended price RTX 5080 Ti will cost $1499, but real retail prices may reach up to $2500This model promises to be on 10-15% slower than RTX 5090, but its characteristics make it a profitable alternative to the flagship.
RTX 5080 Ti Specs (Rumored):
Video memory: 24 GB GDDR7;
Memory bus width: 384 bits;
Memory Bandwidth: 1,384 TB/s;
Number of CUDA cores: 18 432;
Energy consumption: 520 W.
For comparison, RTX 5090, which remains the flagship of the series, has the following parameters:
Video memory: 32 GB GDDR7;
Number of CUDA cores: 21 760;
Memory Bandwidth: 1,792 TB/s;
Energy consumption: 600 W;
Price: $1999 (up to $3000 retail).
Comparative table of characteristics
Features
RTX 5080 Ti
RTX 5090
Video memory
24 GB GDDR7
32 GB GDDR7
Memory bus width
384 bits
512 bit
Throughput
1,384 TB/s
1,792 TB/s
Number of CUDA cores
18 432
21 760
Energy consumption
520 W
600 W
recommended price
$1499
$1999
Retail price (up to)
~ $ 2300 2500
$3000
If RTX 5080 Ti will actually come out, it will occupy a niche between the RTX 5080 and RTX 5090, providing balanced choice for users who need power, but at a more affordable price. However, for now all data is based on rumors, and the exact specifications and prices will be known only after the official announcement, which is expected on Gamescom 2025.
Flagship graphics cards NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 have started appearing in European retail stores, with starting prices quite high. In Spain, for example, RTX 5090 models cost up to 2889 euro taking into account value added tax (VAT) at a rate of 21%.
The most expensive model, ZOTAC GeForce RTX 5090 AMP Gaming Extreme, will cost buyers 2889 euros. In comparison, more affordable options such as Gigabyte GeForce RTX 5090 Windforce OC, cost 2599 euros. The prices listed include VAT, and without it, the top model costs up to 2387,60 euro. In this case, recommended price is $1999, indicating a significant overpayment due to "premium tax".
Along with the RTX 5090, the RTX 5080 series was also spotted. The most expensive version is Gigabyte AORUS Xtreme Waterforce — costs 2269 euros, while more affordable models such as ASUS Prime GeForce RTX 5080 и PNY GeForce RTX 5080 Epic X, are sold for 1836 and 1529 euros respectively.
Experts are already predicting that at the start of sales, availability of cards will be low, and prices will continue to rise. This is due to both the limited number of models and sellers' attempts to take advantage of the excitement. Therefore, those planning to buy RTX 50 series, it is worth considering additional costs in advance.
AMD's plans have been leaked on the Chiphell platform, revealing details of future processors and graphics cards. According to information published by insider zhangzhonghao, the company plans to use TSMC's N3E process technology for Zen 6 CCD modules and N4C for IO chips. These changes promise a significant performance boost, surpassing the transition from Zen 4 to Zen 5.
AMD is also developing a new GPU- an architecture called UDNA that will combine the gaming capabilities of RDNA and the compute capabilities of CDNA, creating a unified platform for gaming and data centers. AMD's upcoming UDNA-based graphics cards promise the return of high-performance flagships after RDNA 4's absence.
The company is also working on a successor to its Strix Halo that will use 3D Cache to increase memory capacity and bandwidth, a move that aims to improve the performance of both processors and GPU.
AMD continues to invest in new technologies, introducing significant architectural changes that could become new standards in the market. The first devices based on Zen 6 and UDNA are expected to appear in the next few years.
