The elaboration of completely new APUs, codenamed Kaveri, compelled AMD work up one more suitable CPU socket – FM2+. Once after its launch, the leading manufacturers of motherboards have reacted on-the-fly, releasing proprietary models for a new platform. Asus, as usual, was among the first to introduce fresh solutions. Motherboard A88X-Pro is remarkable by the support of upcoming APUs, though it will be still possible to incorporate hybrid processors of the current generation for Socket FM2. For sure, this is not a mere advantage of the board. Let’s have a look at some other specs.



Key Peculiarities


Asus A88X-Pro is developed on AMD A88X chipset and houses an onboard Radeon HD 7000/8000 series graphics. The PCB allots 4 DIMM slots for DDR3 SDRAM modules. An overall capacity of modules set might achieve 64 GB, whereas an ultimate supported clock frequency makes up 2400 MHz. Expansion section is not as bright as a demanding customer would desire; nonetheless, it …

Each new product developed by Thermalright gains particular attention from the part of professionals and average customers. This is explained by the fact that the company tried its hardest to reach the top of cooling systems segment. Indeed, some of its coolers continue leadership in the most efficient coolers ranking of all ages. Hence, the release of a new CPU cooler, codenamed Silver Arrow SB-E, could not but draw attention of the community. This is a follower of Silver Arrow model, thought with perceptible improvements. SB-E marking signifies that the model has been designed specifically for Sandy Bridge-E processors, so it can be attributed to the highly-specialized models.



Basic Peculiarities


Thermalright Silver Arrow SB-E is a two-section radiator with two fans which take up to a half of the motherboard spacing. Its dimensions equal to 164x155x104 mm. It is delivered in a card box with fans, radiators and accessories managed in different packages. The nominal …

A new product by AOC has got the Agon AG271UG name. It is a stylish 27-inch gaming monitor, possessing the IPS-panel and supporting the Nvidia G-Sync technology.



The resolution of the display is 3840 х 2160 pixels. The response time (G to G) of Agon AG271UG is 4 ms, the refresh rate equals to 60 Hz. The novelty features standard 178° viewing angles (horizontally and vertically). Users can enjoy the following brightness and contrast options: 300 cd/m² and 1000:1 respectively.


Other Agon AG271UG functionalities include a DisplayPort and HDMI ports, a 4-port USB 3.0 hub, a couple of 3.5 mm audio jacks, as well as 2 W stereospeakers.


The sale of the new AOC product will start at the end of the month at the 800 USD recommended price.