Despite the fact that Socket AM3+ platform is on its last legs, Asus still dares developing an advanced motherboard, designed for AMD FX processors. That is how TUF Sabertooth 990FX R3.0 board made appearance. The ATX model is built on the binder of AMD 990FX + SB950 bridges as well as a 8+2-phase Asus Digi+ VRM system. The PCB boasts the implementation of top-tier TUF Components hardware base.



Asus TUF Sabertooth 990FX R3.0 is furnished with a voluminous heatsink on key elements; it ensures stable operation even on overclocking. Functionality of the motherboard is realized thanks to M.2 Socket 3 slot with the bandwidth rate of 20 Gb/sec. There are three PCI-e x 16 ports for the connection of graphics cards and other expansion cards; there are also two PCI-e 2.0 x 1 slots & a single PCI-e 2.0 x16 slot.


The model features Realtek ALC1150 audio controller (+ 5x audio connectors) as well as gigabit Ethernet Intel I211 controller. The connection of peripherals is ensured via …

Much rumored reference graphics adapter from AMD has been recently officially introduced. As it was suggested before, Radeon HD 7990, codenamed ‘Malta’, employs two Tahiti XT2 GPUs, each of which contains 128 TMUs, 32 rasterization blocks (ROPs), and 2048 current processors (GCN architecture). Smooth work of both graphics cores is synchronized by means of PLX PEX8747 controller that supports 48 lines of PCI Express 3.0. Nominal clock frequencies ascribed to GPUs operation equal to 950 MHz, but Turbo mode enables the increase of frequencies up to 1000 MHz.



Video memory is represented by GDDR5 memory modules, the overall capacity of which equals to 6 GB (3 GB per each graphics core). Memory modules utilize 384-bit bus and run at 6000 MHz frequency with bandwidth of 288 Gb/sec per core. The incorporated PCB accommodates a single CrossFireX socket for the creation of various graphics configurations, including Quad-CrossFireX. Video interface panel boasts the availability of …

The novelty from AOC – the I1659FWUX portable monitor, obtained an IPS display with 1920 x 1080 Full high definition resolution.



This 15.6” screen exhibits 220 cd/m2 brightness, 700:1 contrast ratio, 16:9 aspect ratio, as well as 25 ms response time. I1659FWUX is connected to the computer via USB 3.0, thus, there is no need in a power cable.


For the ease of use and placing on the even surface, the monitor is equipped with a foldable kick stand on the backside. The Auto-pivot option lets customers utilize the product either in a landscape or in a portrait mode.


The ultra-slim I1659FWUX monitor with 232.7 × 371.9 × 35.5 mm dimensions and 1.2 kg weight is a good portable solution for compact laptops, onsite presentations and business trips. It can serve as an extra screen for a PC as well.


These specialties by AOC will be on the market this month at the approximate price of 150 USD.