MSI, a large-scale manufacturer of computer hardware and consumer electronics, has introduced its new lineup of graphics cards, codenamed R7870 Hawk. The new series goes with the upgraded Radeon HD 7870 video adapter, improved integrated circuit and overclocking base. In addition, these graphics cards will go with the implemented GPU Reactor and Unlocked Digital Power technologies. Upon the whole, the introduced integration and performance is called to compete for the customers' favor with other high-end top models designed by Gigabyte and Asus.



Design and Layout


Design of R7870 Hawk somehow resembles a short-cut version of R7970 Lightning from MSI as well. It has similar design of cooling system covered with blue strip. The cover hides five heat pipes and rather compact fans. The rear part of the card is covered by a metallic plate; there is a plastic boot opposite the graphics chip that covers GPU Reactor block. This block is based on a separate detachable board and …

According to reports of several network resources, AOC is going to release the AG352UCG6 Black Edition monitor, designed to become a part of gaming systems.

 

The specialty distinguishes itself due to a large 35-inch curved panel with the 3440 × 1440 pixels resolution. Key specifications include the 300 cd/m2 brightness, 2500:1 contrast ratio, 4 ms (GtG) response time and 120 Gz refresh rate, while viewing angles indicated are 178 degrees vertically and horizontally. The 100 % coverage of the sRGB colour gamut is claimed.

 

AG352UCG6 Black Edition supports the NVIDIA G-Sync technology, ensuring smooth video stream transfer without delays. The monitor possesses digital HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.2 interfaces, intended for signal sources connection.

 

The novelty is enclosed into the black framework with the silver insert at the rear. A detached holder for headphones or a headset is also added.

 

Customers will be …

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 …