Here a roundup of the latest reviews and articles:

AMD Retires CrossFire & Limits mGPU Capability
ASUS Tinker Board Is An Interesting ARM SBC For About $60 USD
Asustor AS6210T NAS Review
Best 'Skyrim' Mods
Corsair Void Pro RGB Wireless Special Edition Review
Gigabyte Aorus X7 DT v7 Gaming Laptop Review
Intel Coffelake-S 8th Gen Desktop and Z370 Controversy
Intel Core i9 7980XE & Core i9 7960X Review
Intel Core i9-7980XE (14nm Skylake-X) Review
Intel Core i9-7980XE 18-Core CPU
Intel Core i9-7980XE 18-Core Processor Review
Intel Core i9-7980XE 18-Core Processor Review
Intel Core i9-7980XE And Core i9-7960X Review: Intel Attacks AMD Threadripper
Intel Core i9-7980XE Extreme Edition – 18 cores of overclocked CPU madness
Intel i9-7980XE and i9-7960X - Core-X Again
Jabra Elite Sport True Wireless Earbuds Review
MSI X299 GAMING PRO CARBON Motherboard Review
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti Detailed
Project Build: Carmine - Part 3 – Custom all the things
Raijintek Leto Air CPU Cooler Review
Review: ASUS ROG Radeon RX Vega 64 STRIX Gaming(8GB)
Scythe Mugen 5 SCMG-5000 CPU Cooler Review
Seasonic FOCUS Plus 850 Gold 850W Power Supply Review
Vertagear SL5000 Gaming Chair
X2 KONDOR / X2-HS7007-USB Gaming Headset Review
Zotac GTX 1080 Ti Mini Review – the worlds smallest!

AMD Retires CrossFire & Limits mGPU Capability

AMD has officially retired the CrossFire brand in favour of mGPU. They also limited the Radeon RX Vega's multi GPU capability. Find out why!

Read full article @ Tech ARP

ASUS Tinker Board Is An Interesting ARM SBC For About $60 USD

Earlier this year ASUS announced the Tinker Board as their first step into the ARM single board computer world. Earlier this month I finally received a Tinker Board for testing and it has been quite interesting to say the least. The Tinker Board with its Rockchip SoC has been among the most competitive ARM SBCs we have tested to date in its price range and the form factor is compatible with the Raspberry Pi.

Read full article @ Phoronix

Asustor AS6210T NAS Review

The Asustor AS6210T is a premium model with the ability to host large volumes of data, and it's powerful enough to deliver an amazing user experience across several connected devices at one time.

Read full article @ Toms Hardware

Best 'Skyrim' Mods

Enhance your "Skyrim" experience by downloading some essential mods.

Read full article @ Toms Hardware

Corsair Void Pro RGB Wireless Special Edition Review

The time has finally come for me to review Corsairs new headset, the Void Pro RGB Wireless Special Edition. I’ve been testing out this headset for a little more than a week now, and I’ve mostly had a great time with it.

I’ll tell you all about it in a second, so keep reading, but first let’s have a look at the packaging and specs.

Read full article @ FunkyKit

Gigabyte Aorus X7 DT v7 Gaming Laptop Review

If you're looking for a gaming laptop that will turn heads with attractive features & sleek aesthetics, the Aorus X7 DT v7 might have just what you want.

Read full article @ Toms Hardware

Intel Coffelake-S 8th Gen Desktop and Z370 Controversy

Intel Coffeelake-S is just around the corner, we have lots of news for you directly from Intel, thanks to our Chinese friends.  Intel 8th Gen: first six-core i5 and first quadcore for i3 I'm not sharing any slides today, but believe me when I say I have them all. This post is not about performance, but about the 8th Gen architecture in general, or more precisely the controversy around it. For the first time, Intel will have six-core i5 processors. We are talking about Core i5-8600K and i5-8400. The latter is probably Intel's best CPU in 8th series.

Read full article @ VideoCardz.com

Intel Core i9 7980XE & Core i9 7960X Review

Before overclocking, you will want to ensure you have a high-end cooling solution to keep 16 and 18 cores out of thermal trouble. I usually use a Corsair H115i as my cooler, but even as good as it is it cannot handle the thermal load of the Core i9 7980XE or Core i9 7960X with any added voltage. Stock voltages were in the 0.89v range, but it took voltages of 1.12v to 1.14v to get the processors up to 4.5GHz. As low as those voltages are, a custom water cooling solution was taxed to keep thermals in check when running Prime 95 workloads. Under most workloads, the processors would stay below 85 °C, but easily hit 99 °C and throttle or reboot while overclocked to 4.5GHz. The 4.5GHz is a bit high for daily use, with 4.2GHz to 4.3GHz a better option using 1.0v. Running at 4.2GHz is easily fast enough for just about any task.

Read full article @ OCC

Intel Core i9-7980XE (14nm Skylake-X) Review

Intel's pride was surely dented when AMD came back into the high-end desktop arena armed with the Ryzen Threadripper CPU. Offering a potent architecture and more cores and threads than Intel could muster at the time, Ryzen Threadripper's beastly performance battered the Core i9-7900X into submission in the multi-core-optimised benchmarks. Sure, Intel was a tad faster for gaming, but the reputation damage had been done.

Putting it in context, 2017 has signalled a return to the desktop core wars. The middle of this year saw Intel back up its 10-core, 20-thread premium HEDT processor by moving from the Broadwell to Skylake architecture. AMD understands that its brand-new Zen architecture isn't quite as potent as the latest Intel Core, so decides to throw in more cores for your money. Ryzen Threadripper 1950X has 16 cores and 32 threads, and you know just how effective it has been at dismantling the best that Intel has to offer thus far.

It can be successfully argued that AMD's Threadripper has been the primary catalyst for today's release of Intel's finest desktop processor to date. And the chip giant has had to go to the latest Intel Scalable Xeon blueprint when building the CPU that it hopes will put AMD firmly back in its place.

Enter the Intel Core i9-7980XE.

Read full article @ Hexus

Intel Core i9-7980XE 18-Core CPU

Overclocker extraordinaire Der8auer has been able to put Intel's flagship, HCC HEDT 7980XE CPU, through its paces under extreme cooling, which resulted in a veritable show of force from the blue giant. Intel's $1,979, 18-core, 36-thread CPU has cemented itself as the flagship consumer CPU of choice, surpassing AMD's 1950X Threadripper in all fields. And yes, we do mean single-core and multi-core benchmarks, but also power consumption figures.

With 18 cores in need of adequate cooling, every piece of real-estate that may serve as an heatsink of sorts comes at a premium; that is why thermal paste for this Intel processor was applied not only to the CPU die itself, but also to the entire PCB around it. Der8auer says that doing this allows heat to be better dissipated form the CPU die, allowing for up to 400 MHz increased clock-speeds under load. Direct contact with the die was also tried, and achieved by cutting off the central pat of the IHS, while keeping the edges of it as a way of better load balancing the weight of the cooler (in this case, an LN2 cooler) over the CPU's PCB, in order to avoid different amounts of pressure on the CPU pins. However, the extreme overclocker ended up not recommending that venue, for it didn't offer consistent success in their extreme cooling efforts.

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Intel Core i9-7980XE 18-Core Processor Review

Today we are able to show you the benchmark results for the Intel Core i9-7980XE Skylake-X processor, which is Intels High-End Desktop Platform (HEDT) 18-core, 36-thread CPU (2.6 GHz base/4.4 GHz Boost 3.0) that costs $1999. This processor takes performance to the next level and the overclocked benchmarks are unreal!

Read full article @ Legit Reviews

Intel Core i9-7980XE 18-Core Processor Review

Back when Intel announced their Core-X Series high-end desktop (HEDT) processors one really stood out. It was at the top of the product stack, having more cores and threads than any other Intel consumer desktop processor before it and with its price tag it is the most expensive Intel consumer desktop processor as well. The processor I am talking about is of course the Core i9-7980XE. It is Intel’s flagship Core-X series processor packing in 18-cores, 36-threads with 27.45 MB of L3 cache. The chip has a base clock of 2.6 GHz with a boost clock of 4.2 GHz, and two cores reaching up to 4.4 GHz with the new Turbo Boost 3.0 technology. This chip like the 14 and 16 core chips in the Core-X series has a higher TDP of 165W. If you are building an X299 system this will be the ultimate processor to get, but is it worth its $1999 price tag? Read on as we find out!

Read full article @ ThinkComputers.org

Intel Core i9-7980XE And Core i9-7960X Review: Intel Attacks AMD Threadripper

Over the last few months, Intel slowly divulged a number of details regarding the two processors we’ll be covering today, its flagship 18-core, behemoth Core i9-7980XE and its slightly smaller sibling, the 16-core Core i9-7960X. The fact that these two processors were in the works was officially disclosed all the way back in May, no doubt in an attempt to quell the impending AMD Threadripper firestorm, but specifics like frequencies, cache, and TDP were initially held back.

Those specifications were eventually revealed, and some benchmarks leaked as well, but today we’ve got the full, official scoop. We’ve had the Core i9-7980XE and Core i9-7960X in-house and on the test bench for a few days and have an array of benchmarks, overclocking, and power-related data to share...

Read full article @ HotHardware

Intel Core i9-7980XE Extreme Edition – 18 cores of overclocked CPU madness

Today we test the new Intel Core i9 7890XE - 18 cores and 36 threads of processor which overclocks quite easily too.

Read full article @ KitGuru

Intel i9-7980XE and i9-7960X - Core-X Again

It’s been a crazy year in the CPU market, with that craziness also pushing the rest of the market as well. Back in June Intel introduced their new Core-X line of CPUs as well as the X299 chipset. That launch was missing the top portion of their CPU lineup though. The increased competition and the surprise announcement from AMD of Threadripper seems to of prompted Intel to expand on their planned lineup. They added four more CPUs up above the i9-7900X with 12, 14, 16, and 18 cores. Well, the wait is over, they are available and today I’m going to check out the top two that Intel sent over. The i9-7980XE is Intel’s new flagship CPU with 18 cores and 36 threads with the i9-7960X just behind it with 16 cores and 32 threads. Let's see what they have to offer across a range of tests.

Read full article @ LanOC Reviews

Jabra Elite Sport True Wireless Earbuds Review

The Elite Sport True Wireless Earbuds by Jabra have become a best seller in the US and after spending over a month with them we finally know the many reasons as to why that is.

Read full article @ NikKTech

MSI X299 GAMING PRO CARBON Motherboard Review

If you’ve been considering switching from your current platform to Intel’s latest X299 HEDT chipset, there are a massive array of motherboards to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a feature-packed option, something basic to run your new HEDT CPU or something to satisfy your gaming needs, MSI may have the right solution for you.

Read full article @ Play3r

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti Detailed

We now know that NVIDIA will release the *GeForce GTX 1070 Ti* to take on the *Radeon RX Vega 56*. Get the full details on the GeForce GTX 1070 Ti

Read full article @ Tech ARP

Project Build: Carmine - Part 3 – Custom all the things

Wow, so it was all the way back in April when our last installment of this build was published. Back at that point Ryzen 7 was new, now we have Ryzen 3 and 5 as well as Threadripper. So things have been a little crazy. At the time I was looking at cooling options and the original plan was just to add an AIO cooler but at the time no one had AM4 brackets available. I ended up reaching out to Alphacool, they had contacted me a year or two ago about working together on a build but I didn’t have anything that really fit. It just so happened they had AM4 support early on, fitting this build perfectly. I will go into more details inside, but I ran into multiple delays and hiccups but Carmine is finally all together. It’s about time we catch up and show off what has been done to the build.

Read full article @ LanOC Reviews

Raijintek Leto Air CPU Cooler Review

There are pros and cons of each type. Most of the air coolers tend to be bulky and take up much space. This puts pressure on the motherboard’s PCB and on the CPU as well. Skylake was one of the examples where many damaged CPUs were reported due to the sheer weight of the cooler. Not to mention the compatibility issues of the air coolers with RAM, the first PCIe slot and the chassis itself. AIO/Hybrids/Custom Loop would clear that space around the CPU socket but many users avoid them for the fear of leakage.
While the market for the coolers may seem saturated, it is surprising to find more competitive offerings from the old players and new players alike. Recently, during CES 2017, EVGA, a well-known Nvidia’s AIB partner has announced their AIO coolers for CPU. EKWB is known for its top-notch, quality components in liquid cooling under the custom loop. The company introduced their unique AIO in 2015. Reeven has recently announced their new 240mm Naia CLC. We have already received the media sample and review will be live soon.

Read full article @ Enos Tech

Review: ASUS ROG Radeon RX Vega 64 STRIX Gaming(8GB)

We have re-published our ASUS Radeon ROG RX Vega 64 STRIX 8GB review. The review is similar to what it was a few weeks ago, yet with some foot-notes. ASUS did not offer a new BIOS, yet did offer a driver which didn't help the product either As such the product is what it is and is what it was. More info in the review.

Read full article @ Guru3D

Scythe Mugen 5 SCMG-5000 CPU Cooler Review

Today we are reviewing the Scythe Mugen 5 CPU Cooler, the eighth revision of a Scythe mainstay. We reviewed the Scythe Mugen MAX CPU Cooler and it scored highly. We respect Scythe, they have been around cooling for enthusiasts from the very beginning of the modern worlds view of PCs. These days, if it doesn’t have any RGB lighting or rocket thrusters, it’s not up to date.

That can be said of the mainstream vanity products, Scythe seem to stay with what they know, mostly. This can be said of the Scythe Mugen 5, an old school but up to date CPU Cooler, with all of Scythe’s know-how included, or at least that’s the hope.

Read full article @ Hardware Slave

Seasonic FOCUS Plus 850 Gold 850W Power Supply Review

When you factor in the fiercely competitive retail pricing of $110 USD, it is easy to see the Seasonic FOCUS Plus 850 Gold 850W is one of the best bang-for-your-buck power supplies you can get.

Read full article @ APH Networks

Vertagear SL5000 Gaming Chair

The SL5000 gaming chair from Vertagear sports a fancy design and good build quality. Its steel frame allows it to support up to 150 kg, and it offers a wide range of adjustability to provide its users with the best possible comfort during longer gaming sessions.

Read full article @ techPowerUp

X2 KONDOR / X2-HS7007-USB Gaming Headset Review

I have a few headsets up for testing, and this time we’re going to have a closer look at the KONDOR from X2. It features over ear cups, passive noise cancellation, foldable microphone, in-line volume and microphone controller, transparent cables (180cm) and both 3.5mm + USB connectors. Not bad …

Read full article @ FunkyKit

Zotac GTX 1080 Ti Mini Review – the worlds smallest!

Since the launch of Nvidia’s GTX 1080 Ti back in February, we have seen plenty of aftermarket cards from the likes of ASUS, MSI and Gigabyte to name just three. Today we analyse the Zotac GTX 1080 Ti Mini, most notable for its diminutive size. In fact, the Mini is actually the smallest GTX 1080 Ti on the market right now – so how does its size affect its performance?

Read full article @ KitGuru