Asus has replenished its portfolio of graphics cards with a mini-item, GeForce GTX 950 Mini, targeting Mini-ITX systems. It features 172x112 mm dimensions to fit any PC chassis. Despite small size, the model is ready to cope with all modern Full HD gaming applications. As distinct from full-blown adapters, this item doesn’t require an additional 6-pin PCIe connector, since its power consumption level is reduced to 75 W.



Asus GeForce GTX 950 Mini takes Nvidia GM206-250 GPU as the core. It entails 768 CUDA cores, 32 ROPs and 48 TMUs. As distinct from the etalon model, the new-comer boasts overclocked frequency index: 1051 MHz (base) & ‘OC’ mode 1228 MHz (dynamic).


The integrated GPU is mated with 2 GB of GDDR5 memory (128-bit interface). It operates at 1652 MHz/6608 MHz frequency. Memory allows for 105.73 Gb/sec bandwidth. The videocard comes equipped with three different video ports: HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort and DVI-I.


Besides, the card features the following …

I-O DATA, an outstanding Japanese manufacturer of versatile PC devices, is preparing to release a new 21.5-inch monitor, codenamed LCD-MF225XBR2. The greenhorn features 507x178x390 mm dimensions and is based on LCD panel with TN technology. The display is equipped with LED backlight and supports Full HD resolution (1920x1080). Pricing is so far a mystery, although the model will be backed by 3-year’s limited warranty.



I-O Data LCD-MF225XBR2 comes with wide viewing angles – 160/170 degrees in vertical and horizontal aspects. The integrated panel ensures 5 ms response time in GtG environment, the ultimate brightness of 250 cd/m2, static contrast of 1000:1, and dynamic contrast of 5M:1. Besides, the model is able to display up to 16.7 million colors.


The rear part of the screen accommodates three video outputs: HDMI, DVI and D-Sub. The frontal part houses two speakers with a total power of 2 W and 3.5 mm audio socket.


According to the designers, this monitor is …

The Gigabyte Company has launched a new product, an ATX full-tower Xtreme Gaming XC700W chassis.



This chassis is made in black and silver colours out of steel, aluminum and tempered glass. The framework stands on rubber feet constructed to absorb vibration and foster heat transfer. RGB LED lighting adds originality to this model and can be controlled with the help of the brand Xtreme Engine utility. The dimensions are 593.5*240.5*546.6 mm, net weight equals to 15.4 kg. The front-end interface is represented with two USB 3.0, two USB 2.0 and HD Audio ports.


Xtreme Gaming XC700W possesses 3 x 3 (2.5)" SSD, 3 x 2.5" Driver Bays and supports mini-ITX/m-ATX/ATX mother boards with 8 expansion slots. The 170 mm high CPU, 430mm long VGA and 220 mm long PSU can be installed into this framework.


Dust Filters are detachable and easy to clean with the help of wash liquid. There’s a lot of space for a pump and reservoir. At the top there’s enough room for three 120 mm …