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Steam Frame trademark filed by Valve points toward possible new hardware

05-Sept-2025, 7:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

Valve has filed two trademarks for “Steam Frame,” related to “Computer Hardware” and ”Computer Game Consoles”

Valve has filed two trademarks for “Steam Frame,” one related to “Computer Hardware” and another pertaining to “Computer Game Consoles.” These trademarks suggest Valve's intention to introduce new hardware devices, building on its existing Steam Deck PC handheld. It's important to highlight that Valve's trademarks are quite expansive. While they pertain to “Computer Hardware” and “Computer Game Consoles,” they also include video game accessories and computer peripherals. This implies that Valve’s Steam Frame might not necessarily be a console powered by...

Roadmap leak indicates AMD’s Zen 6 mobile processors could debut in 2027

03-Sept-2025, 4:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

New details have emerged about the next-generation CPUs from Intel and AMD, including their potential specifications and release timeline.

A leaked roadmap from an unverified laptop manufacturer has surfaced, outlining the upcoming CPU release plans for both AMD and Intel. This information, shared by @Momomo_us on Twitter/X, highlights what to expect in laptops for 2026 and 2027. According to this roadmap, Intel’s Panther Lake CPUs are projected to launch in Q2 2026, indicating that the next generation of Intel mobile GPUs will also be available around that time. Intel has consistently asserted that Panther Lake CPUs...

Report claims Valve will launch the Steam Deck 2 handheld console in 2028

02-Sept-2025, 8:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

Based on recent rumors, a new Steam Deck won't be available for purchase for some time.

According to the informant KeplerL2, Valve does not intend to introduce a next-generation Steam Deck handheld in the foreseeable future. The leaker states that Valve aims to launch a "Steam Deck 2" handheld in 2028, allowing hardware manufacturers additional time to enhance their handheld gaming technologies. Valve has indicated that they will only develop a second-generation Steam Deck handheld if they can achieve a significant generational performance improvement. By postponing the release, Valve can build its next Steam Deck...

Specs leak reveals details on Sony’s next-generation PlayStation 'Canis'

02-Sept-2025, 7:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

A new leak reveals the rumored specifications for Sony's PS6 'Canis' handheld, including its Zen 6 and RDNA 5 architecture.

Specifications for Sony's upcoming PlayStation 6 “Canis” handheld have been revealed, showcasing a device anticipated to significantly outperform the ROG Xbox Ally X in handheld gaming capabilities. Allegedly, the device includes AMD Zen 6 CPU cores and RDNA 5 graphics, with a potential release slated for late 2027. According to leaked data from Moore's Law is Dead, Sony's new handheld will likely incorporate a total of six CPU cores. This configuration consists of four Zen 6c...

Lenovo prepares to reveal its Legion Go 2 handheld with Ryzen Z2 Extreme

01-Sept-2025, 1:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

Lenovo is anticipated to reveal its next-generation Legion Go 2 gaming handheld at IFA 2025 next week, equipped with AMD's new Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU.

According to a recent post by mobile leaker Evan Blass, the second iteration of the Legion Go 2 gaming handheld (which has yet to receive an official name) will be announced. MSI has already launched its Claw A8 gaming handheld that utilizes the Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU, and ASUS is reportedly set to disclose pricing for its new ROG Xbox Ally handheld in October, both of which leverage the Z2 Extreme chip from AMD. The...

The Framework Laptop 16 is receiving its long-awaited Nvidia GPU module

28-Aug-2025, 11:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

Known for its highly repairable laptops, Framework is ending a busy year with a major new announcement.

In general, laptops offer limited upgradability. Usually, users are only able to enhance their storage and RAM, although this isn't always a possibility. Framework has introduced its second-generation Laptop 16, fulfilling its commitment to provide a laptop with upgradable graphics. The initial Framework Laptop 16 was available with an AMD Radeon RX 7700S GPU option. This graphics card was attached via a slide-on module, with the assurance that users could later upgrade to a newer, more capable graphics card. That...

GamersNexus hit with copyright strike over Nvidia AI GPU smuggling video

27-Aug-2025, 10:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

The claim focuses on a 75-second segment of a speech given by U.S. President Donald Trump, extracted from an almost three-hour investigation by Gamers Nexus.

A popular YouTube channel among PC hardware fans is facing a significant issue. Bloomberg has accused Gamers Nexus of copyright violation regarding a segment featuring President Trump speaking. Bloomberg's competing video on Nvidia AI GPU smuggling did not garner the anticipated number of views. Renowned for its straightforward yet reliable reporting on PC hardware, Gamers Nexus frequently encounters controversy. Its most recent conflict is with Bloomberg, which has issued a copyright strike against the well-known YouTube channel....

AMD's upcoming RDNA 5 architecture might disrupt the low-end GPU market

26-Aug-2025, 11:30 am manhkbrady Hardware News

The latest leaks have revealed the specifications and launch timeline for AMD's upcoming RDNA 5 GPUs, known as Alpha Trion.

Details about two low-cost Radeon RDNA 5 discrete graphics cards have surfaced, indicating a significant shift in AMD's approach. Unlike previous graphics processors that utilized GDDR (Graphics DDR) memory technologies, these GPUs will adopt LPDDR (Low-Power DDR) memory. The reason? Lower costs and the ability to support greater memory capacities on narrower memory bus sizes. The drawback of LPDDR memory types is that they generally provide less raw bandwidth compared to the most recent GDDR memory technologies. However, AMD seems to...

Retailer report shows 16GB GPUs account for most sales with AMD at the top

25-Aug-2025, 7:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

A new report shows that 16GB graphics cards account for almost 80% of all GPU sales, with AMD taking the top spots.

Mindfactory ranks among the leading tech retailers in Germany, and it serves not only as an excellent point for tech purchases but also as a platform that displays its sales statistics. The most recent report offers valuable insights into how consumers in Germany are making their choices based on their spending, highlighting the graphics cards that PC gamers prefer. This trend carries on from earlier months, showing that 16GB models continue to lead in sales figures. The data for...

Xbox is launching the new Handheld Compatibility Program for the ROG Ally

22-Aug-2025, 1:00 pm manhkbrady Hardware News

The Handheld Compatibility Program is being introduced by Microsoft in advance of the ROG Ally's launch.

Microsoft has officially announced the release date for its Xbox handheld devices, the ROG Ally and ROG Ally X, which were initially introduced in June 2025. The two devices are set to launch on October 16, 2025, in collaboration with ASUS. Although the precise pricing for both consoles has yet to be disclosed, Microsoft has shared additional information, including a new compatibility initiative aimed at helping players determine if their desired games can run on each device. This new program...

Xbox confirms ROG Ally Xbox devices will release on Oct 16 in most regions

21-Aug-2025, 4:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

While the release date for the ROG Xbox Ally has been revealed, its pricing remains a mystery.

After much anticipation, the ROG Xbox Ally handheld devices have finally received a release date, following their initial reveal during the Xbox Showcase earlier in June. Microsoft was preparing to announce details about their upcoming partnership with Asus regarding a couple of handheld products, but the specifics were uncertain. Leading up to yesterday's announcement at Gamescom, it was expected that we would learn about the release date and pricing for the ROG Xbox Ally/Ally X. In the end, we only received...

ASUS unveils a new ROG Matrix RTX 5090 to celebrate its 30th anniversary

20-Aug-2025, 4:00 am manhkbrady Hardware News

In celebration of 30 years since its first graphics card, ASUS has launched a special version of the GeForce RTX 5090 that is one of the fastest ever made.

To mark the 30th anniversary of ASUS graphics cards, ASUS ROG has introduced its most formidable graphics card yet, the ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 5090. This 3.8-slot RTX 5090 GPU incorporates a custom cooling solution, innovative overclocking options, and various enhancements that showcase its dominance in the GPU market. This could potentially be the most powerful RTX 5090 ever constructed. This graphics card can be powered using either a 12V-2×6 connection or ASUS’ BTF power connector. When builders utilize both...