Exciting Updates: RTX 3000 Launch, Massive 1260mm Radiator, AMD Ryzen XT, & WD Lawsuit

Exciting Updates: RTX 3000 Launch, Massive 1260mm Radiator, AMD Ryzen XT, & WD Lawsuit

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. AMD's n3 CPUs
3. Alpha Cool's new radiator
4. Rumors about RTX 3000 series
5. Cyberpunk 2077 delay
6. AMD's XT CPUs for Ryzen 3000 series
7. B550 chipset availability
8. Intel's Cooper Lake CPUs and Sapphire Rapids
9. Corsair's new pre-built systems
10. Western Digital's class-action lawsuit

Introduction

Welcome back to another hardware news Recap for the week! In this article, we will be covering a range of topics, including updates on AMD's n3 CPUs, Alpha Cool's new gigantic radiator, rumors about the RTX 3000 series, the delay of Cyberpunk 2077, AMD's XT CPUs for the Ryzen 3000 series, B550 chipset availability, Intel's Cooper Lake CPUs and Sapphire Rapids, Corsair's new pre-built systems, and Western Digital's ongoing class-action lawsuit. Let's dive in!

AMD's n3 CPUs

AMD has confirmed that their much-anticipated Zen 3 CPUs are still on track for a 2020 release. Despite rumors suggesting a delay, AMD dismissed these claims and reassured users that Zen 3 CPUs will be launching this year. While the exact launch date is yet to be announced, it is speculated that AMD may host its own event later this summer or in the beginning of fall. This is exciting news for AMD enthusiasts who have been eagerly awaiting the next generation of CPUs.

Alpha Cool's new radiator

Alpha Cool has unveiled a massive radiator measuring 1260 millimeters. This radiator, referred to unofficially as the "big-ass radiator," offers cooling capabilities that are impractical for most system builds but are perfect for enthusiasts looking to push the limits of their cooling setups. The Alpha Cool 1260 millimeter radiator is made entirely of copper, ensuring efficient heat transfer. While it does not come with fans, users can customize their setup with either four 200 millimeter fans or nine 140 millimeter fans. Priced at 140 euros, this radiator is aimed at those who demand extreme cooling performance.

Rumors about RTX 3000 series

Rumors have been circulating about the upcoming RTX 3000 series GPUs from NVIDIA. Leaked images of prototype coolers for the RTX 3000 series have sparked discussions about the possible designs and features of these GPUs. It is important to note that these leaked coolers may not necessarily make it to the final product, as manufacturers often produce multiple prototypes before settling on a design. However, the leaks have generated excitement and speculation among gamers and enthusiasts about what to expect from the RTX 3000 series.

Cyberpunk 2077 delay

Much to the disappointment of the gaming community, the highly anticipated Game Cyberpunk 2077 has been delayed once again. Originally scheduled for release in April, the game was already delayed to September 17th. However, the release date has now been pushed further to November 19th. CD Projekt RED, the developers of Cyberpunk 2077, cited the need for additional time to polish the game, balance game mechanics, and fix bugs. While delays can be frustrating for fans, it is important for developers to ensure that the game meets their standards before release, as the first impression can have a lasting impact.

AMD's XT CPUs for Ryzen 3000 series

AMD is set to release XT versions of their popular Ryzen 3000 CPUs. These XT CPUs offer a frequency boost compared to their non-XT counterparts, enhancing single-threaded performance. The Ryzen 5 3600 XT, Ryzen 7 3800 XT, and Ryzen 9 3900 XT will all have slightly higher boost frequencies, boosting performance in non-thread bound applications. While the XT models do not bring any architectural changes, they aim to offer better performance in single-threaded tasks. The XT models are expected to be released on July 7th, with prices similar to the non-XT variants.

B550 chipset availability

AMD has announced the availability of the B550 chipset and motherboards. The B550 chipset is a successor to the A320 chipset and offers improved features and compatibility. AMD has partnered with several motherboard manufacturers to develop over 40 designs based on the B550 chipset. The B550 motherboards are targeted for release in August, providing users with more choices when building their Ryzen-based systems. These motherboards will support the latest Ryzen processors and offer a range of features and connectivity options.

Intel's Cooper Lake CPUs and Sapphire Rapids

Intel has officially unveiled its third-gen Xeon Scalable processors, codenamed Cooper Lake. These processors are aimed at 1P and 2P deployments and offer improved features such as support for Bfloat16 instructions for accelerated AI workloads. Cooper Lake also introduces increased memory support with DDR4 data rates up to 3200 MT/s and support for Intel's Second-generation Optane persistent memory DIMMs. Furthermore, Intel has provided a glimpse into the future with mention of Sapphire Rapids, which is expected to arrive in 2021 and may bring support for DDR5 and PCIe Gen 5 technologies.

Corsair's new pre-built systems

Corsair has expanded its pre-built systems lineup with the introduction of the Corsair Vengeance a4100 and i4200. These systems offer both AMD and Intel options, catering to a wide range of users. The Vengeance a4100 features the Ryzen 7 3700X CPU, while the i4200 integrates the Intel i7-10700KF CPU. Both systems are equipped with liquid cooling for both the CPU and GPU. Additionally, Corsair offers a range of its branded products for memory, power supply, and storage to create a complete ecosystem for users.

Western Digital's class-action lawsuit

Western Digital has found itself at the center of a class-action lawsuit due to its use of Shingled Magnetic Recording (SMR) technology in its WD Red line of NAS drives. The lawsuit accuses Western Digital of falsely Advertising these drives as suitable for NAS devices and RAID setups without disclosing the limitations of SMR technology. The lawsuit seeks a permanent injunction preventing Western Digital from advertising SMR drives for NAS or RAID use. This case has significant implications for the storage industry and raises questions about the transparency of storage technology.

Conclusion

In this hardware news recap, we have covered a variety of topics ranging from updates on AMD's n3 CPUs and Alpha Cool's new radiator to rumors about the RTX 3000 series and the delay of Cyberpunk 2077. We have also discussed AMD's XT CPUs for the Ryzen 3000 series, the availability of the B550 chipset, Intel's Cooper Lake CPUs and Sapphire Rapids, Corsair's new pre-built systems, and Western Digital's class-action lawsuit. Stay tuned for more updates and developments in the world of hardware.

Resources:

• AMD
• Alpha Cool
• NVIDIA
• CD Projekt RED
• Corsair
• Western Digital