MSI has replenished its series of Radeon HD 7950 graphics cards with a pair of new Boost Edition models. Codenamed R7950-3GD5 BE and R7950-3GD5/OC BE, both adapters feature practically identical to the first two releases (of the very series) design. Nonetheless, the novels are known to support AMD ZeroCore with Boost technology that provides for an automatic GPU clock frequency boost on conditions of an increased computing loading. Dynamic clock frequency indices of both models are not so dramatic, since they exceed the nominal showings at 10 MHz only; still, the support of a brand MSI Afterburner utility enables a raise of frequencies to the required level.



The two representatives of MSI Radeon HD 7950 Boost Edition series employ GDDR5 memory with an overall capacity of 3 GB and 384-bit interface. Its nominal clock frequency equals to 1250 MHz, while its efficient frequency achieves 5000 MHz. Memory modules, as well other critical components, are cooled down by a two-slot …

Aerocool adds a new sample to its PC cases model line, namely CyberX. This specialty, intended for gamers with the limited budget, is already available in Europe at the price of €45.



CyberX with the 435 х 205 х 424 mm dimensions and the 4.3 kg weight is in its most part manufactured out of 0.6 mm steel. This chassis holds motherboards of the ATX, Mini-ITX and microATX form factors. Inside there is enough room for seven 360 mm expansion cards, two 2.5” and a couple of 3.5” drives, ATX-compatible power supply unit and a 5.25-inch device, behind the front cover.


Moreover, in the front one can install the 240 mm water cooling system heatsink. The case offers four mounting seats for 120 mm fans, as well as space for the 165 mm high CPU cooler. The I/O panel contains USB 2.0 (x2), USB 3.0 ports and a pair of 3.5 mm audio jacks.


Optionally, for €55 customers can purchase the CyberX Advance model with acrylic side panel and two 120 mm fans with the red LED …

At present many companies produce VR-compatible portable PCs performed in the shape of a backpack. Most of them are designed for gaming purposes; however, HP developers believe these systems can be also useful in professional spheres.



At the SIGGRAPH 2017 conference, HP presented its wearable HP Z VR Backpack workstation, resembling a backpack. The manufacturer claims it to be the most effective among similar devices due to the 4-core Intel Core i7-7820HQ mobile CPU, operating at the 2.9–3.9 GHz frequency, and the high-end mobile NVIDIA Quadro P5200 video card, based on the Pascal GP104 graphics processor with 2,048 CUDAs and the 16 GB GDDR5 memory. Storage capability is ensured by the 32 GB DDR4-2400 RAM and up to 1 TB SSD.


A couple of hot swap 55 watt-hour batteries enables HP Z VR Backpack wireless productivity. This HP specialty can operate as a desktop system while connected to a special docking station.


The novelty values at $3,299, weighs 4.65 kg and has the …