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| PC World - 1 Jun (PC World)If there’s one trend in PCs for 2024, it’s “AI” in everything. That’s inescapable. (Ugh.) But if there are two, then the second one is OLED monitors finally gaining steam.
Case in point: Acer just showed off three brand new designs in its Predator lineup, all sporting gorgeous and speedy OLED panels.
Acer Predator X27U F3
The fastest of the bunch happens to be the smallest, although esports fans will probably still dig its 26.5-inch panel and WQHD (2560×1440) resolution. The Predator X27U F3 also boasts an impressive 480Hz refresh rate — not the fastest in the world, but not far off either.
And at .03 milliseconds of grey-to-grey response time, it’s literally faster than the human eye. (My human eyes, anyway. I don’t know if esports athletes qualify as merely human.) Naturally, it’s compatible with AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync.
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This isn’t a one-trick pony. Ports include DisplayPort 1.4, double HDMI 2.1, and even USB-C with a maximum power output of 90 watts. That should be more than enough to handle most gaming laptops.
You also get a pair of standard USB-A ports and… two 5W speakers. Seriously, why do all these monitors include crappy speakers no one will ever use?
Acer Predator X32 X3
For a bigger and bolder presentation, you can step up to the Predator X32 X3. At “just” 240Hz, its 31.5-inch OLED panel isn’t as fast as the smaller monitor, but that should be plenty for gamers interested in showing off the latest titles at 4K resolution.
But if you need speed in a pinch, you can step down to 1080p resolution to bump up that refresh rate to 480Hz.
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This 32-inch monitor has all the same ports and extras, yes, including those dumb speakers. Oddly, it’s exactly the same price: both will start at $1,200, though the X27U F3 will come sometime in Q3 2024 while the X32 X3 will come along in Q4 2024.
Acer Predator X34 X5
As a fan of ultrawide excess, I have to say my favorite of the trio is the Predator X34 X5 (header image, right).
It features the usual 34-inch ultrawide form factor and a 3440×1440 resolution — essentially a 27-inch QHD stretched out to 21:9 aspect ratio — plus a subtle 1800R curve. It can handle 240Hz at that resolution, no options for shifting down and going higher.
The 34-inch model has all the same goodies as the other two monitors, but for some reason it’s slightly cheaper at “just” $1,100. It’ll come along in Q4 2024.
And keep in mind that for almost all OLED monitors, we’ve seen some significant sales just a few months after launch. So, if you’re looking for a deal, I’d hold out until about February of next year for these beauties.
Further reading: The best gaming monitors right now
“Smart” monitors with Google TV
In addition to the OLED gaming displays, Acer is launching a new series of “smart” monitors with Google TV onboard. Basically, miniature versions of the smart TVs you can’t escape in any electronics store.
In addition to the usual HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB-C (65W) inputs, they’ll be able to run Google TV streaming apps and Android-based games all on their own.
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The standard DA1 model will come in 27-inch and 31.5-inch varieties, both VA-LCDs with 4K resolution, plus a pair of standard USB-A ports and those 5W speakers (which make a little more sense now that these are just itty-bitty TVs). Naturally, they feature Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for downloading apps and connecting controllers.
The DA271K will cost $350 and the DA321QK will be $400, both launching in Q4 2024.
If you need something a little more competitive, the same designs will be offered in “Nitro” form. The 27-inch GA271U P (header image, left) is the better pick if you ask me, since it’s offering a 2560×1440 panel with fast IPS for better color accuracy. While not blazing by any means, 180Hz is still enough for most gamers.
The 31.5-inch version (GA321QU P) offers the same resolution and speed, but has to settle for a cheaper VA display panel. Since the 27-incher is slightly cheaper — $330 versus $380 — I’d opt for the former when they go on sale in Q4 2024.
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| | | PC World - 1 Jun (PC World)Just a few weeks after an extensive attack on Eventim, another report of stolen accounts on a ticket site has emerged.
As Bleepingcomputer reports, there’s been a huge data leak at Ticketmaster and now millions of customers are at risk of their personal data being sold illegally online.
According to the report, a hacker known as ShinyHunters has put up the personal and financial information of a total of 560 million Ticketmaster customers for sale on the hacker forum BreachForums — and he’s asking $500,000 USD for it.
The data reportedly includes full customer names, private addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers, as well as information on ticket sales, orders, and credit card numbers.
The estimated time period of this data goes back to 2012, but also affects Ticketmaster’s current databases.
Ticketmaster data allegedly about to be sold
ShinyHunters told BleepingComputer that there are already some interested buyers, one of them allegedly Ticketmaster itself. He didn’t answer the question of when and how the data was stolen, but there are clear indications that the data is genuine. (Ticketmaster has not yet officially confirmed the authenticity of this data.)
According to statistics, Ticketmaster’s website has over 116 million users worldwide every month. The last data hack on the company took place in 2018, when around five percent of all Ticketmaster data was stolen. British customers in particular were affected.
Further reading: How to check if your email address is being misused
How do I know if I am affected?
It isn’t yet possible to say for certain how many people have actually been affected by the Ticketmaster data leak. As a precaution, however, you should check whether you still have access to your account and you should also change your password.
We’re still waiting for a statement from Ticketmaster to be able to assess the next steps. In the meantime, see our guide on how to protect your digital accounts from hackers.
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| | | PC World - 1 Jun (PC World)We’re spoiled for choice now with gaming mice. Some just hit ridiculous heights in performance — mice like the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 and Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro, for example, are just two that come to mind.
Yet these mice are missing something that I would have thought was essential for pro gamers — a dedicated DPI switcher button. So, what’s the story? Why do these mice adopt such a minimalist design, free of the old DPI switcheroo?
Further reading: The best gaming mice
What is a DPI switcher anyway?
Most gamers have some familiarity with DPI. In a nutshell, it’s the dots-per-inch resolution that determines how sensitive the mouse sensor registers movement. A DPI of 1,600 or lower makes movement slow and precise, whereas a high DPI setting of 8,000 or above makes it extremely sensitive and quick.
Gamers use different DPI settings for different games, and even for different player classes within games to find a performance edge.
Take a gamer playing a first-person shooter as an example. They may prefer the accuracy and micro control of movement that a low DPI of 1,600 gives them when wielding a sniper’s rifle, but enjoy the more fluid movement that a DPI of 3,200 gives them when strafing with a sub-machine gun.
A dedicated DPI switcher button can usually be found just behind the mouse wheel in some gaming mice like the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless. Some mice like the Razer Cobra Pro even have two switcher buttons, one to switch up DPI and one to switch down DPI.
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The beauty of DPI switchers is that they allow gamers to quickly switch between DPI settings mid-game without having to pause and load up their mouse’s companion app, which would naturally disturb the gameplay — not to mention the fun!
Then why the missing switcher in some esports mice?
There are quite a few reasons why some of the best esports mice don’t have a dedicated DPI switcher.
The most obvious reason is that in esports competitions, where mere ounces can be the difference between winning or losing, mice need to be as lightweight as possible.
You can see this in action in the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro and Logitech G Pro X Superlight, which weigh just 2.2 ounces (63 grams) and 2.1 ounces (60 grams), respectively.
These mice have been stripped of all non-essential features — things like flashy RGB lighting, thumb rests, and extra buttons.
Where competitions sit on a knife’s edge there’s also player consistency to be considered. If there’s no DPI switcher, pro gamers don’t have to worry about miss-clicking it in the heat of battle, accidentally changing their DPI and throwing out their performance.
Many esports mice like the Keychron M3 mini 4K Metal Edition don’t have dedicated switcher buttons on top but do have other options to switch DPI on the fly.
Many esports mice like the Keychron M3 mini 4K Metal Edition don’t have dedicated switcher buttons on top but do have other options to switch DPI on the fly. Dominic Bayley / IDG
Many esports mice like the Keychron M3 mini 4K Metal Edition don’t have dedicated switcher buttons on top but do have other options to switch DPI on the fly. Dominic Bayley / IDG
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Another big reason is that a top-side DPI switcher just isn’t necessary for most pro gamers. Indeed, some pro gamers choose not to switch DPI on the fly at all since they think it’s going to cause inconsistency in their performance.
Those who do still have options to change their DPI that don’t involve using a DPI switcher.
Mice like the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro have discreet DPI switcher buttons on their underside. Admittedly, this makes switching on the fly and not getting fragged a little difficult, but players might like to use this option between rounds.
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What’s easier than that is setting up one of the existing buttons to switch DPI on the fly in the mouse’s companion app.
Logitech G Hub software, for example, allows you to set any button on your Logitech G mouse as your DPI shifter, so some gamers that use the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 opt to use one of the small buttons on the mouse’s left-hand side.
Another great option that some pro gaming mice now offer is the ability to change DPI by pressing a combination of buttons on the mouse itself. This is one of the best features in the Keychron M3 mini 4K Metal Edition, and one reason why I rated it so highly in my recent review.
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| | | PC World - 1 Jun (PC World)On May 29, Microsoft began rolling out an unscheduled update for Windows 11. Patch KB5037853 is currently still optional, but the changes are expected to be applied to everyone during June’s Patch Tuesday.
The new features in Windows 11’s patch KB5037853 include:
Account management improvements
Sharing updates
Personalization options
What’s changing in Windows 11 account management
Windows 11 now provides a page called “Add linked devices” in the settings under Accounts. There you can see and manage all PCs and Xbox consoles that are linked to the system.
However, this option is only available for the Home and Pro editions if you sign in to Windows with your Microsoft account.
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The new Account Manager is now in the Start menu for easier management of account settings. If you use a Microsoft account to sign in to Windows, you can get an overview of your account benefits here. In the Start menu, you can also enter an email address to recover your account.
You can now also save your sound settings and transfer them to another device. This is in the settings under Accounts, then Windows backup. There you need to tick the box next to “Save my settings” and also activate the boxes next to Personalization and “Other Windows settings.”
With the new update, it’s also possible to sign in to your Microsoft account in the Windows Backup app. This app saves backups to your account.
Changes to sharing in Windows 11
The new update also brings additional features for sharing under Windows 11, like preventing you from accidentally closing the Windows sharing window when you click outside the window.
It’s also now possible to send emails to yourself via the Windows sharing window. (You’ll receive the email at the email address in your Microsoft account.) You can also create QR codes for website URLs and cloud files directly from the Windows sharing window.
Other features in the update
Once the patch is installed, you can use the mouse to drag files between breadcrumbs in the File Explorer address bar. This makes it easier to navigate under Windows 11. The update also simplifies operation via voice input in apps and on the web.
Last but not least, the KB5037853 update for Windows 11 fixes a few bugs. The complete list of changes can be found on the corresponding support page.
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| | | PC World - 1 Jun (PC World)If you have an account on the Epic Games Store, you can download Chivalry 2 for free until June 6. The regular price is $40, and it’s worth every penny. Getting it for free is an amazing opportunity. Available DLC is also on a deep sale right now.
Chivalry 2 is a hack-and-slash game from 2021 where you fight massive medieval battles on foot or from the back of a horse, with a wide variety of period-appropriate weaponry likes swords, bows, maces, spears, and more. It’s an absolute chaotic blast, especially when two opposing forces clash and arrows start raining down overhead.
Here’s the trailer, which can only hint at the anarchy:
To play the game, you need to be running Windows 10 or 11 and have at least 35 gigabytes of free space on your computer. As for graphics cards, you need to have Nvidia Geforce GTX 660 or better, or AMD Radeon HD 7870 or better. It’ll run on most modern gaming PCs without issue, in other words.
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| | | PC World - 1 Jun (PC World)Today’s video games can take up a lot of space, so it’s not uncommon to find yourself needing more storage — even on a Steam Deck.
The WD Black SN770M is one of our favorite SSDs for handheld gaming, and the 1TB model is currently available for $84. Down from its usual $130, this is the lowest price we’ve ever seen for it.
This is a fantastic deal to jump on if you need to expand your Steam Deck’s storage. It’s one of the best drives on the market and 1TB will store a ton of extra games. (For comparison, the 500GB model is about $66, so you get twice as much for just $20 more.)
In our review of the WD Black SN770M, we gave it a whopping 4.5 out of 5 stars. Our expert appreciated its small form factor, its great performance, and its 5-year warranty.
The WD Black SN770M is an M.2 2230 NVMe SSD from a brand we love and trust. It’s designed for compatible handheld devices — like the Asus ROG Ally and Valve Steam Deck — and able to deliver speeds up to 5,150MB/s. This means games install faster and load up in the blink of an eye, so you can jump in and play without waiting.
The nice thing about this SSD is that while it’s ideal for handhelds, that isn’t the only way to use it. In fact, the WD Black SN770M can breathe life into any M.2 2230 SSD-compatible laptop, including many Microsoft Surface and Dell models.
Even if you haven’t run out of space yet, you probably will in the future — and when you do, you’ll wish you had grabbed this hot deal. Get the WD Black SN770M for 35% off while you can!
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| | | PC World - 1 Jun (PC World)Acer has unveiled their new TravelMate laptops mere days ahead of Computex. These business laptops are traditionally known for their slim form factor and long battery life. In fact, the 2023 version of the TravelMate P6 nabbed a top spot on our best laptops roundup, earning the title of “Best Ultraportable.”
The new models announced today come loaded with more power-efficient Intel Core Ultra CPUs as well as useful AI capabilities. There’s also a 2-in-1 version and a clamshell with a bigger 16-inch display, and they all use recycled materials in both design and packaging. Heck yeah.
Configurations, hardware, and availability
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Acer puts forth three offerings on the table: Acer TravelMate P6 14, Acer TravelMate P4 Spin 14, and Acer TravelMate P4 16.
Acer TravelMate P6 14
The Acer TravelMate P6 14, a traditional clamshell and the first to lead the charge, is powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and comes with up to 32GB of RAM and up to 1TB of SSD storage.
The 14-inch touch-optional display is a real stunner with its 2880×1800 resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio, and 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut support for sharp-looking pictures with rich colors.
It even comes with Wi-Fi 7 (gotta go fast!) and Thunderbolt 4 support — both ideal if you’re connecting high-performing devices. It has a starting price of $1,429.99 and will be available to purchase in July 2024.
Acer TravelMate P4 Spin 14
The Acer TravelMate P4 Spin 14 is the convertible version of the business lineup. That means you can swing the screen around a full 360 degrees and use it in various positions, like tent or tablet mode. It weighs 3.29 pounds, making it super travel-friendly.
The machine also comes with up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, a 14-inch touch-optional 1200p display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of SSD storage. The taller aspect ratio makes scrolling through web pages a much more comfortable experience.
This versatile device has a starting price of $1,329.99 and is expected to launch in July 2024.
Acer TravelMate P4 16
Looking for a laptop with a bigger screen? The Acer TravelMate P4 16 is your girl. Like the other models above, it’s packing the latest Intel Core Ultra processor.
However, you can load this one up with up to 64GB of RAM and up to 1TB of SSD storage. 64GB is a lot of RAM — and that’s a good thing, especially if you typically work with video editing software.
The 16-inch display has a 1920×1200 resolution and 100 percent sRGB, so the picture and color quality should be quite good. The starting price is $1,229.99 and you can start ordering it in July 2024.
New AI capabilities
Everybody’s embracing AI these days, so it’s no surprise to see Acer jump on that bandwagon. You’ll find a number of AI features in the Acer Experience Zone on the TravelMateSense application.
Need to remove something in the background of a photo? Acer LiveArt has you covered. You can also generate “depth maps on 2D images,” according to Acer.
The TravelMate laptops also come with Acer PurifiedView 2.0, which uses the CPU’s neural processing unit to create more seamless, free-flowing AI experiences. This is useful for when you need to blur your background during a videoconferencing call.
Enterprise Chromebooks
Speaking of business laptops, Acer’s got two new business Chromebooks on tap: Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise 515 and Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise Spin 514.
Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise 515
The Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise 515 has a spacious 15.6-inch 1080p display and an equally spacious keyboard with a number pad. The number pad is key for both workers and students alike, especially if your day-to-day consists of punching in numbers (data entry is no joke).
The Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise 515 has a starting price of $649.99 and will be available in June.
Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise Spin 514
The Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise Spin 514 is the convertible model, meaning you can prop it up like a tent or flip the screen around and use it like a handheld tablet. It also has Google AI-powered video call tools, which automatically enhances the webcam picture.
The Acer Chromebook Plus Enterprise Spin 514 will hit the market in August with a starting price of $749.99.
For regular customers, there’s also the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514. It comes with up to an Intel Core 7 150U processor and 16GB of RAM. It has a starting price of $549.99 and will become available in August.
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| | | BBCWorld - 1 Jun (BBCWorld)Their data is being sold online by the same gang who this week claimed to have hacked Ticketmaster. Read...Newslink ©2024 to BBCWorld | |
| | | PC World - 31 May (PC World)At a glanceExpert`s Rating
ProsGreat 20Gbps read performanceHandy form factor with travel caseWeighs only slightly over an ounceConsSlows drastically when writing over 20GB of dataOur VerdictFor light duty, the 20Gbps Teamgroup PD20M SSD will get the job done. But slow write performance with larger data sets means pros should look elsewhere.
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While being a decent 20Gbps USB SSD with light workloads, the Teamgroup PD20M is not the drive for writing large data sets on a continual basis. The parsimonious 20GB of cache on our 1TB test unit had it dead last overall in our performance ratings.
That’s a shame, because it’s also one of the lightest and most attractive SSDs we’ve tested — i.e., it travels well, especially with the handy carrying case that Teamgroup bundles.
Further reading: See our roundup of the best external drives to learn about competing products.
What are the Teamgroup PD20M’s features?
The PD20M is a 20Gbps USB 3.2×2 external SSD sporting a thin, but squarish profile measuring 2.45-inches wide, by 2.75-inches long, by a mere 0.32-inches thick. The top is rounded, while the bottom is perfectly flat.
Unusually, there’s no anti-skid material on the bottom of the unit, but it makes perfect sense: The PD20M weighs a mere 1.1 ounces on its own, and only 1.3 ounces with the Type-C cable that plugs into one edge. With so little heft for gravity to effect, you’d have to use semi-adhesive tape to secure this featherweight puppy in place.
The PD20M is the lightest SSD we’ve ever tested.
The PD20M is the lightest SSD we’ve ever tested. It’s not bad looking either.
The PD20M is the lightest SSD we’ve ever tested. It’s not bad looking either.
The PD20M is the lightest SSD we’ve ever tested. It’s not bad looking either.
The large upside is that if you’re looking for an SSD you can dangle off of a port without damaging it, this is it. Performance concerns aside, that is. Just be careful that you don’t forget it’s in your pocket and put it through the wash!
Teamgroup warranties the PD20M for three years, but no mention is made of the warranty’s TBW (terabytes that may be written) rating. Given the drives slow write rate when cache runs out, which was rather early on the 1TB version we tested, you should never have to worry about writing so much data that the company considers it unfair usage.
How much does the Teamgroup PD20M cost?
The PD20M is available in 1TB and 2TB capacities, which retail for $110, and $165, respectively. Given the performance, that’s a tad pricey. Indeed, when we checked Amazon, the mighty 1TB Crucial X10 Pro, a far superior SSD, was available for $100. Hopefully, the PD20M will drop in price significantly in short order.
How fast is the Teamgroup PD20M?
In our initial testing, the Teamgroup PD20M turned in a far lower (364MBps) CrystalDiskMark 8 sequential write number than the 2GBps claimed on the box. It finally wrote at 1.8GBps, but only after I reduced the size of the 64GB data set I normally use four-fold to 16GB.
Ie’ve included both the 64GB and 16GB results to illustrate exactly how important cache, and the lack thereof can be.
The dark red bars are what we based our ranking on, as all other drives we’ve tested use the same 64GB data set. The 16GB bars show what is possible when cache is in play. Longer bars are better.
The dark red bars are what we based our ranking on, as all other drives we’ve tested use the same 64GB data set. The 16GB bars show what is possible when cache is in play. Longer bars are better.
The dark red bars are what we based our ranking on, as all other drives we’ve tested use the same 64GB data set. The 16GB bars show what is possible when cache is in play. Longer bars are better.
Note again, that the PD20M we tested was a 1TB drive. The Corsair EX100U on the charts, which experienced similar slowdowns at one point or another, was a 2TB drive. If Teamgroup has sent us the 2TB version, it likely would’ve outpaced the Corsair.
The PD20M’s random performance was better, but you can still see the effects of the small cache. Longer bars are better.
The PD20M’s random performance was better, but you can still see the effects of the small cache. Longer bars are better.
The PD20M’s random performance was better, but you can still see the effects of the small cache. Longer bars are better.
The Crucial X10 Pro is a much faster drive, and given that it’s currently $10 less for 1TB, and only $10 more than the PD20M for 2TB, there’s little reason to opt for latter other than weight.
The parsimonious caching again showed up in our real-world transfers. While the PD20M was not the slowest external SSD we’ve tested (there are four or five slower 10Gbps units), it was easily the slowest 20Gbps SSD we’ve seen.
Again, the small amount of cache bit the PD20M in our 48GB transfers. Shorter bars are better.
Again, the small amount of cache bit the PD20M in our 48GB transfers. Shorter bars are better.
Again, the small amount of cache bit the PD20M in our 48GB transfers. Shorter bars are better.
Below you can see where the PD20M ran out of cache — at around the 20GB mark.
The drive ran out of cache at around the 20GB mark. Normally we only see a drop like this in the 450GB write.
The drive ran out of cache at around the 20GB mark. Normally we only see a drop like this in the 450GB write.
The drive ran out of cache at around the 20GB mark. Normally we only see a drop like this in the 450GB write.
The story was no better in the 450GB write, which basically proceeded at 364MBps from the relative get go. Slow.
The PD20M was no great shakes in the 450GB write. Only 20GB of cache will do that to a drive. Shorter bars are better.
The PD20M was no great shakes in the 450GB write. Only 20GB of cache will do that to a drive. Shorter bars are better.
The PD20M was no great shakes in the 450GB write. Only 20GB of cache will do that to a drive. Shorter bars are better.
In truth, few users write even 48GB at a time, so like the Corsair EX100U, the RD20M will do the job the majority of the time when writing — and all of the time when reading.
Should you buy the Teamgroup PD20M?
The PD20M is fine for light duties, but the write slowdowns occur far to early, at least on the 1TB model, for me to recommend it for anything other than a light-duty drive. Also, compare prices. At least at the moment, there are numerous 20Gbps SSDs, some of them far more consistent performers, for less.
How we test
Drive tests currently utilize Windows 11 (22H2) 64-bit running on an X790 (PCIe 5.0) motherboard/i5-12400 CPU combo with two Kingston Fury 32GB DDR5 modules (64GB of memory total). Intel integrated graphics are used. The 48GB transfer tests utilize an ImDisk RAM disk taking up 58GB of the 64GB total memory. The 450GB file is transferred from a Samsung 990 Pro 2TB, which also contains the operating system. For external drives, the motherboard’s dedicated Thunderbolt 4 and 20Gbps USB ports on the rear panel are used.
Each test is performed on a newly NTSF-formatted and TRIM’d drive so the results are optimal. Note that as any drive fills up, performance will decrease due to less NAND for secondary caching, and other factors.
The performance numbers shown apply only to the drive we were shipped as well as the capacity tested. SSD performance can vary by capacity due to more or fewer chips to read/write across and the amount of NAND available for secondary caching (writing TLC/QLC as SLC). Vendors also occasionally swap components.
If you ever notice a large discrepancy between the performance you experience and that which we report (systems being roughly equal), by all means—let us know.
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