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Desktop-level performance in a compact format
Small PCs have come a long way, and the ASUS NUC 15 Pro is proof that you don’t need a big desktop computer to get high performance. Designed for those who want a clean, clutter-free desk, as well as speed and some flexibility, this mini computer fits easily into any work environment. But don’t take my word for it, and…
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AMD Reveals Radeon RX 9060 XT Offering RDNA 4 Performance at Affordable Prices
AMD took to the Computex 2025 stage to reveal the latest addition to its 9000 lineup, the Radeon RX 9060 XT. The mid-range GPU sits just beneath the RX 9070 and the RX 9070 XT, offering a cheaper entry point for users interested in RDNA 4 tech. Given the more affordable price, some cost concessions have been made, starting with…
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Nintendo Switch 2: Graphics Performance, CPU, and Hardware Specs
While Nintendo unveiled the Switch 2 last month, users have yet to get their hands on the device. Meanwhile, Geekerwan from China has already reverse-engineered the Nintendo Switch 2 motherboard to analyze the Nvidia SoC, GPU, CPU, hardware specs, and more. So we have compiled all the key hardware details, gaming results, and benchmarks from the Switch 2 to understand…
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Unreal Engine INI Mods Don’t Actually Improve Performance
A recent Digital Foundry podcast addressed a long-running debate over the Unreal Engine. There is an argument over whether Unreal Engine ini mods actually improve game performance, especially the stuttering problems in the Oblivion Remastered edition. The team carefully tested two popular mods and has ended this debate, at least for Oblivion. These widely used mods deliver almost no real…
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Best Tires for Wet-Weather Performance
Our tire team analyzed the data from testing hundreds of tires to find the wet-weather standouts in several key segments, including all-season, all-season truck, all-season SUV, ultra-high-performance all-season and summer, winter/snow, performance winter/snow, and all-terrain. For these selections, we focused on the scores for wet handling, hydroplaning resistance, and wet braking. When the top-rated tire for these attributes did not…
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Tests Reveal How EV Tire Choices Affect Performance
For our evaluations, we purchased eight tires of each model. The prices we paid from a local tire retailer spanned from $199 for the standard General Altimax RT45 all-season tire to $289 per tire for the EV-tuned Pirelli PZero All Season Plus Elect for the 18-inch size. The original equipment Hankooks that came standard on our Tesla Model 3 cost…
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AI Benchmark Discrepancy Reveals Gaps in Performance Claims
FrontierMath accuracy for OpenAI’s o3 and o4-mini compared to leading models. Image: Epoch AI The latest results from FrontierMath, a benchmark test for generative AI on advanced math problems, show OpenAI’s o3 model performed worse than OpenAI originally stated. While newer OpenAI models now outperform o3, the discrepancy highlights the need to scrutinize AI benchmarks closely. Epoch AI, the research…
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IBM just unveiled its new z17 mainframe – and it’s built with AI performance in mind
IBM has released the latest version of its mainframe, the z17, aimed at supporting AI workloads and inferencing. The company said its research shows 88% of global IT executives believe that application modernization is crucial, and that more than three-quarters reckon that mainframes will continue to be central to digital transformation. According to IBM, the z17 has been designed with…
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NGFW Performance in High-Traffic Environments
Next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) have become a cornerstone of modern network security, offering advanced capabilities beyond traditional firewalls. They integrate features such as intrusion prevention systems (IPS), application awareness, deep packet inspection (DPI), and threat intelligence to provide comprehensive protection against a wide range of cyber threats. However, as network traffic volumes continue to grow exponentially, the performance of NGFWs in…
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Optimizing Performance in Virtual Networks & Best Tools for 2025
Virtual networks, driven by software-defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization, have revolutionized the way IT infrastructure is managed. These networks provide flexibility, scalability, and efficiency by abstracting the hardware components and enabling network configurations to be created and adjusted through software. However, as networks become more virtualized, it becomes increasingly essential to ensure their performance is optimized to meet the…
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