VIDEO HW News - DDR5 512GB Sticks, Secret NVIDIA "3080 Ti," RAM Pricing Rise, Intel Name Change

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HW News - DDR5 512GB Sticks, Secret NVIDIA "3080 Ti," RAM Pricing Rise, Intel Name Change In this week's hardware news recap, a lot has happened in the tech industry, particularly around memory advancements and GPU developments.

DDR5 RAM's Arrival​

Samsung is breaking ground with its announcement of 512GB DDR5 RAM sticks that boast speeds of up to 7,200 Mbps. This leap in memory technology utilizes Samsung's high-k metal gate (HKMG) process, which allows for a significant reduction in power consumption—claimed to be 13% less than prior technologies. The implications for high-performance computing and gaming are enormous. The shift to DDR5 also means a transition for power management functions, moving from the motherboard to the RAM itself with dedicated power management ICs (PMICs). Team Group is following suit with their own plans for overclocked DDR5 modules, signaling that rapid adoption is on the horizon.

NVIDIA's GPU Naming Changes​

In GPU news, NVIDIA seems to be reorganizing its silicon identifiers, particularly for the GeForce RTX series. A leaked finding from a disassembled RTX 3090 showed a new silicon designation that could be a precursor to the much-anticipated RTX 3080 Ti. Speculation surrounds a potential rebranding or reassignment of silicon resources, possibly indicating that NVIDIA is adjusting to the current market demands.

Intel's Process Node Renaming​

Intel is considering updates to its process node nomenclature, aiming to eliminate confusion as the technology evolves. With the ongoing debate over the representation of transistor sizes, Intel is looking at new metrics for clearer communication of their chip technologies. This change could redefine how consumers understand performance capabilities moving forward.

Rising RAM Prices​

As for RAM pricing, current trends suggest a continued increase, driven largely by demand across various sectors including PC and mobile devices. Reports indicate that contract prices could rise between 3-18% in Q2 2021. PC OEMs are heavily stocking up in anticipation of these hikes, demonstrating the heightened demand in the market.

Intel and Cyberpunk 2077 Updates​

Cyberpunk 2077 is also back in the news with the rollout of a major patch aimed at improving gameplay on older consoles, alongside significant bug fixes. The patch reportedly enhances the stability and performance of the game, which had faced widespread criticism since its launch.

Discussion Points​

• What do you think these advancements in RAM technology will mean for gaming and professional applications?
• Are you excited about the potential re-release of the RTX 3080 Ti, or do you think it's too late in the current generation cycle?

Join in on the discussion below and share your thoughts on these developments!