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New MSI motherboards for Ryzen 7000 announced

To be available later this 2022

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MSI announced the upcoming release of the latest motherboards for its brand-new AMD X670 lineup.

The brand-new motherboards from MSI’s Gaming and PRO series include the following:

  • MEG X670E GODLIKE
  • MEG X670E ACE
  • MPG X670E CARBON WIFI
  • PRO X670-P WIFI

All new motherboards come with support for the upcoming AMD Ryzen 7000 Series processors and MSI’s exclusive M-Vision Dashboard.

The Ryzen 7000 processors will be the first to use the TSMC 5nm FinFET process, as well as introducing the new AMD Socket AM5 platform.

More new features for the processors include:

  • PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 Memory support
  • Rear USB Type-C support for up Display Port 2.0 output
  • Front USB 32 Gen2 x2 Type-C support for up to 60W power delivery
  • Upgraded VRM design for up to 24+2 Power Phases with 105A Smart Power Stage
  • Support for ARB Gen2 devices

Extraordinary upgrades

Such upgrades for the latest processor will definitely benefit users as far as storage, graphics, speed, and more are concerned.

For more details on the upgraded features for the MEG, MPG, and PRO Series motherboards, refer to the table below.

Motherboard Features
MEG X670E GODLIKE
  • E-ATX PCB size
  • Up to 24+2 VRM phases with 105A Smart Power Stage
  • Stacked fin array design heatsink for cooling, MOSFET baseplate
  • Up to 4 onboard M.2 slots including a M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 slot and a M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN5 DUAL add-on card
MEG X670E ACE
MPG X670E CARBON WIFI
  • 18+2 VRM power phases with 90A
  • Extended heatsink design for cooling
  • EK Water Blocks-customed monoblock cover for VRM and M.2 sections
PRO X670-P WIFI
  • 14+2 Phases Duet Rail Power System
  • Dual 8-pin CPU power connectors
  • 1 M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 slot
  • 2.5G LAN and WI-FI 6E solution

 

The X670E and X670 motherboards are expected to be available in the fourth quarter of 2022.

 

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GIGABYTE collaborates with Capcom for RE Requiem custom PC

Giveaway runs until March 31

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GIGABYTE and Capcom have collaborated for a limited time Resident Evil Requiem-inspired custom PC giveaway.

The setup is inspired by the title, which recently released, and includes an exclusive monitor game bundle to bring players closer to the experience.

Headlining the collaboration is the Umbrella Corporation — Level 3 Access custom rig giveaway. It is one of a kind, fully-built desktop featuring a Z890M AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE motherboard and RTX 5080 AERO OC SFF graphics.

Of course, it draws inspiration from the visual identity and atmosphere of Resident Evil Requiem. It also features a GIGABYTE C102 GLASS ICE chassis design and custom GIGABYTE MO27Q28G gaming monitor to complete the setup.

The giveaway runs from March 2 to March 31 via the official campaign website. Fans can enter for a chance to win the custom rig, with no purchase necessary. The only caveat is that they have to be a United States or Canada resident.

Such experience is designed to invite players and PC enthusiasts alike to engage with the collaboration while highlighting GIGABYTE’s premium hardware craftmanship and attention to detail.

In addition to the giveaway, GIGABYTE is also offering a Resident Evil Requiem game bundle with select gaming monitors. Included are AORUS brand monitors, ranging from 27 to 55 inches in size.

This bundle is available until March 31. Customers who purchase eligible models can redeem a digital game code through GIGABYTE’s official redemption platform.

The featured monitor is the MO27Q28G, which has fourth generation WOLED panel with 280Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time. It is an ideal monitor to experience the spine-chilling terror and death-defying action of the title.

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AMD announces Ryzen AI 400, AI 400 PRO series at MWC 2026

Offering support for next-gen AI PCs, Copilot+ experiences

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AMD announced new products and initiatives at MWC 2026 Barcelona, headlined by their newest Ryzen AI 400 and Ryzen AI PRO 400 series processors.

These latest processors are built on the AM5 platform and advanced Zen 5 architecture, delivering next-generation experiences for both consumer and commercial scenarios.

The additions enable original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to offer next-gen AI PCs across high-performance desktops, laptops, and mobile workstations optimized for modern workloads.

Along with dedicated AMD XDNA 2 NPUs and AMD RDNA 3.5 graphics, both series offer up to 60 TOPS of NPU AI compute, exceeding the requirements of Copilot+ PCs.

As such, these enable powerful on-device AI performance, including running LLMs locally and tackling compute-intensive applications for design and engineering.

The Ryzen AI 400 series processors are also the first for next-gen desktop AI PCs to support Copilot+ PC experiences. Featuring an NPU providing up to 50 TOPS of AI compute, these processors enable running AI assistants and productivity tools locally.

In addition, AMD is expanding the Ryzen AI 400 series mobile portfolio to include workstations. Some that are expected to release in Q2 2026 include products from Dell, HP, and Lenovo.

AMD PRO initiative

Furthermore, AMD announced AMD PRO for enterprise-grade security, manageability, and reliability.

This is done through foundational hardware and software designed to simplify IT operations and protect investments over time.

AMD says it will continue to evolve the AMD PRO platform by strengthening both its silicon foundation and software stack.

This will support enterprise IT teams managing distributed AI-enabled PC fleets. Meanwhile, expanded remote management features improve visibility, recovery, and control.

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Apple unveils Studio Display and all-new Studio Display XDR

Powering up the desk.

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Apple Studio Display

After taking the MacBook Pro to Super Saiyan levels, Apple is now doing the same for the display it pairs with.

With its latest Studio Display family, Apple is splitting the lineup into two clear tiers. The regular Studio Display already feels powered up. The all-new Studio Display XDR transforms.

If this were Dragon Ball Z logic, the Studio Display is Super Saiyan. The Studio Display XDR is Super Saiyan Blue — calmer, more controlled, and operating on an entirely different plane.

A strong base form

The new Studio Display sticks to what already worked: a 27-inch 5K Retina panel with over 14 million pixels, 600 nits of brightness, and P3 wide color. It’s sharp, bright, and more than capable for photo editing, design work, music production, and daily tasks.

Apple upgrades the experience around the screen, too. There’s now a 12MP Center Stage camera with improved image quality and Desk View support. The three-mic array and six-speaker system return, this time with deeper bass and Spatial Audio support.

Connectivity jumps to Thunderbolt 5, allowing users to daisy-chain up to four Studio Displays for nearly 60 million combined pixels. It also delivers up to 96W of charging power for a connected MacBook Pro.

It’s the dependable powered-up form. Strong. Confident. Already more than enough for most creators.

The controlled transformation

Then there’s Studio Display XDR.

This is where Apple goes full Super Saiyan Blue.

The 27-inch 5K Retina XDR panel uses a mini-LED backlight with over 2,000 local dimming zones. It pushes up to 1000 nits of SDR brightness and 2000 nits of peak HDR brightness, alongside a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio. Highlights hit harder. Blacks stay deep. Blooming stays minimal.

The display also adds Adobe RGB support on top of P3, covering more than 80 percent of Rec. 2020 for HDR workflows. For video editors, colorists, and print professionals, this shifts the XDR from “great display” to “reference-grade tool.”

Motion gets smoother, too. A 120Hz refresh rate with Adaptive Sync dynamically adjusts between 47Hz and 120Hz, reducing latency and making everything from scrubbing timelines to gaming feel more fluid.

Apple even introduces DICOM medical imaging presets and a Medical Imaging Calibrator for diagnostic radiology use in the U.S., pending FDA clearance. It’s a reminder that this panel isn’t just about aesthetics. It’s about precision.

Built for the pro desk

Both displays share the same upgraded 12MP Center Stage camera, studio-quality microphones, six-speaker Spatial Audio system, and Thunderbolt 5 connectivity. The XDR model goes further with up to 140W charging power and additional downstream ports, effectively acting as a high-speed hub.

Pricing and availability

In the U.S.

The new Studio Display starts at $1,599 (U.S.) and $1,499 for education, while the Studio Display XDR begins at $3,299 (U.S.) and $3,199 for education. Both models can be pre-ordered starting tomorrow, March 4, with availability beginning March 11 in select Apple Store locations and authorized resellers.

In Singapore

Pre-orders open on March 9 via apple.com/sg/store and the Apple Store app. Pricing starts at S$2,199 for the Studio Display (S$2,059 for education). The Studio Display XDR begins at S$4,499 (S$4,359 for education).

Optional accessories such as the Magic Keyboard, Magic Trackpad, and Magic Mouse remain available in white and black color options. Apple also offers nano-texture glass and adjustable stand configurations for professional setups.

The message from Apple is consistent: the base Studio Display remains a strong professional companion, while the Studio Display XDR targets workflows demanding reference-grade performance and HDR capability. Pre-orders go live soon, with deliveries and in-store availability following in mid-March.

In the Philippines

Customers can pre-order starting March 4 at apple.com/ph/store.

Studio Display starts at ₱104,999, and ₱97,990 for education. Studio Display XDR replaces Pro Display XDR and starts at ₱219,999, and ₱212,990 for education.

Additional technical specifications, including nano-texture glass and a choice of stand options, are available at apple.com/ph/store.

Magic Keyboard with Touch ID and Numeric Keypad (from ₱10,490), Magic Trackpad (₱6,990), and Magic Mouse (₱5,490) in black or white color options are available at apple.com/ph/store.

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