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Intel 8th-generation Core processors for desktop give focus on gaming

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Intel has unveiled their new 8th-generation Core desktop family of chipsets that are said to boost gaming and streaming speeds. They even call their flagship product the “best gaming desktop processor ever.”

The new Coffee Lake family is built for gamers and content creators who need the power to achieve the result they want, and also overclockers who require capable processors to satisfy their needs. From the base Core i3 to the powerful Core i7, the new processors are designed to bring better desktop performance.

With the 8th-generation family, Intel offers their first 6-core Core i5 and 4-core Core i3 desktop processors. But, the top product here would be the Intel Core i7-8700K (the “K” indicates that the chip is unlocked for overclocking), which is what the company calls their best gaming desktop processor ever. It’s capable of a 4.7GHz maximum single-core turbo frequency, the highest frequency ever from Intel.

According to Intel, improvements on the 8th-generation for gaming brings up to 25 percent more frames per second compared to the 7th-generation family. With better computing and graphics performances, editing 4K 360-degree videos is up to 32 percent faster than the previous family of Intel processors.

If you’re planning on purchasing one, you’ll have to buy a new motherboard, as well — one from the Z370 chipset, to be exact.

Consumers will be able to get their hands on the new 8th-generation Intel Core desktop processors starting on October 5, 2017.

SEE ALSO: Intel 8th-generation Core chips are just improved Kaby Lake

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GIGABYTE releases new AORUS RTX 5080 INFINITY graphics cards

In sci-fi and wood designs

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GIGABYTE has launched two new AORUS INFINITY graphics cards in celebration of its 40th anniversary, giving PC builders more options for their custom builds.

These are the AORUS GeForce RTX 5080 INFINITY 16G and the unique, nature-inspired AORUS GeForce RTX 5080 INFINITY WOOD 16G.

These high-end components are genuine design objects meant to elevate the look of one’s entire setup, while also providing topnotch GPU performance.

The new models build on the design language of the AORUS GeForce RTX 5090 INFINITY and further evolve the signature aerospace turbine-inspired aesthetic with integrated RGB lighting elements.

Particularly, the WOOD edition integrates wood-grain elements as its core design language, blending the warmth of natural textures with high-performance hardware.

As such, it is a crown jewel for lifestyle-focused users and interior design lovers, bringing a sense of warmth and emotional resonance.

At the same time, both are absolute powerhouses inside. GIGABYTE packed the new AORUS INFINITY models with the WINDFORCE Hyperburst cooling system.

The patented Hawk fan design minimizes airflow turbulence and noise while achieving higher air pressure and greater air volume.

In the thermal design is a large vapor chamber making direct contact with the GPU. This is paired with composite copper heat pipes to effectively accelerate heat transfer efficiently.

Both new AORUS INFINITY graphics cards support the Project Stealth series for a streamlined building experience.

The concealed power connector design neatly hides cables within the graphics card structure for a cleaner, less cluttery look.

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Rewind: WWDC 2026

The Siri Update We’ve Been Waiting For?!

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At WWDC 2026, Apple unveiled Siri AI, a smarter version of Siri powered by Apple Intelligence, with personal context, onscreen awareness, deeper app integration, and a brand-new experience across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Vision Pro.

Apple also announced new Apple Intelligence features, Google Gemini-powered foundation models, smarter photo editing tools, improved parental controls, faster performance across iPhone and iPad, and the next version of macOS: Golden Gate.

In this WWDC 2026 Rewind, Michael Josh breaks down the biggest announcements, what actually matters. And, whether Apple finally delivered on the promises it made last year.

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ASUS at COMPUTEX 2026

NVIDIA RTX Spark ProArt laptops, Zenbook 14, ROG XBOX Ally X20 Bundle, and more!

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ASUS had a packed COMPUTEX 2026.

in this video we’re taking a look at our favorite announcements from the show: the ultra-portable and colorful Zenbook 14 all the way to the practical Vivobook S series.

There are also some cool new stuff including the debut of NVIDIA RTX Spark-powered ASUS ProArt laptops. PLUS, ROG’s 20th Anniversary!

To celebrate that, they announced a whole bunch of Edition 20 collection — including the nostalgic yet futuristic ROG XBOX Ally X20 with a bundled XREAL R1 Edition 20 Gaming AR Glasses.

Check them out here:

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