HIS has recently replenished its Radeon R9 series of graphics cards with a new model – the Radeon R9 290 IceQ X2. Based on AMD Hawaii Pro chip, this card is a combination of an ultimate efficiency and an offbeat design. The integrated GPU runs at an etalon frequency — 947 MHz. No changes have been incorporated into the frequency mode of GDDR5 memory: the 4 GB memory with 512-bus interface runs at nominal/effective 1250/5000 MHz frequency.



The major peculiarity pertained to the model is the employment of a proprietary two-slot cooler, codenamed IceQ X2. It consists of a spacious copper base (40x47.5 mm), a large aluminum heatsink, a pair of 89 mm fans, and five nickel-plated heatpipes: 2x 8 mm and 3x 6 mm. The cooler also accommodates additional heatspreaders, which dissipate heat in memory and VRM sections. Moreover, the framework boasts a dedicated stiffening plate that reduces loading on the printed circuit board.


To continue, HIS Radeon R9 290 IceQ X2 comes with two …

Finally, the AMD Company has reported the launch of Radeon RX Vega 3D-cards retailing.



The recommended price of the air-cooled Radeon Vega RX 64 sample equals to $499. The manufacture claims this product is developed with regard to the most meticulous gamers’ needs, who are eager to enhance their devices graphics opportunities through applying latest groundbreaking technologies.


The Radeon RX Vega 56 model is to hit the market on the 28th of August at the recommended price of $399. It is represented as a budget-friendly way to enter the category of Vega architecture based gaming systems for enthusiasts owners.


Radeon Pack sets will be available in several regions for a limited period. Radeon Black Pack includes the air-chilled Radeon RX Vega 64 3D-card (the recommended cost is $599), and Radeon Aqua Pack – the Radeon RX Vega 64 Liquid Cooled Edition 3D-card (the recommended value is $699). These kits offer discounts in the amount of $200 for selected monitors …

No one would dare to complain about the poor choice of wide-screen monitors, as this segment is presented by dozens of models targeted at various customer groups. Professionals seek to acquire exactly such monitors to work with up-to-date graphic, video and image formats, while average customers are craving for watching movies and videos in Full HD format. Monitor AOC i2252Vwh belongs to the flotilla of wide-screen products and is able to satisfy the needs of people appreciating outstanding color rendering and contrast.



Design


Monitor AOC i2252Vwh is based on IPS architecture and goes with 1920x1080 resolution. Screen casing, standing and base are made of solid plastic with dull surface. The screen is equipped with LED indicator and is differentiated by the glare absence due to the dull texture. Five control buttons and status display are located in the bottom-right angle; button designations are impressed on the frontal frame. Interface, power and Kensington lock sockets …