Several days ago Nvidia has introduced its most effective consumer graphics card, namely GeForce GTX 1080 Ti. It is GP102 GPU based and holds 3,584 CUDAs. This device resembles the Titan X sample. Its graphics engine is the same, however, the number of ROP units (96) is higher, the memory bus (384 bits) is wider, the memory volume (12 GB) is bigger, frequencies are higher, and the price is much lower!



As it turned out, GeForce GTX 1080 Ti is produced with a PC-board of its high-end counterpart, but there are differences in electronic components. Thus, the power subsystem has been refined due to the duplicated quantity of MOSFET transistors. Now it is possible to overclock the adapter to higher frequencies. GTX 1080 Ti has got nine extra solid capacitors. The absence of a DVI port provides more vents on the back panel.


In general, for public users this product almost copies the more expensive Titan X model and at the same time can be more productive in games.

Introduction

  For the work of  Coffee Lake processors you need new motherboards. Despite the accelerated launch of chips with an increased number of cores, the motherboard manufacturers managed to prepare for the start of 8 Core processors sales, which is better than Intel. Today we have a review of the model MSI Z370 GAMING PRO CARBON AC.


 

MSI has already managed to release a lot of motherboards based on the Intel Z370. One of the first models is the given motherboard. In connection with the release of six-core processors, one of the main issues was the temperature regime of VRM and the willingness of cards to overclock. However, the key feature of this model is the extended work with backlighting. There is support not just for RGB LED tapes (four-contact areas for connection are used), but also for more intelligent ones with addressing (there are already three contacts for them). There are two nests for each type.

 

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Cooler Master, a Taiwanese designer of prime-quality PC hardware, started selling its fresh Cosmos SE (codename COS-5000-KKN1) chassis. The product is developed in mid-tower form-factor and positions itself as a miniature copy of the earlier released Cosmos II full-tower model. The latest entry distinguishes itself by an extraordinary design and an unbelievable capaciousness. The steel and aluminum case has got a totally black coating (interior and exterior); it features 264x569x524 mm dimensions.



The Cosmos SE is delivered in two framework variations: with absolutely blind side panels and with a stylish acrylic window. In order to provide comfort during transportation, Cooler Master has furnished the chassis with convenient carrying handles. The frontal facet is rich in six USB ports (a pair of 3.0 and four 2.0 ports) and in a dedicated button for the fan backlight adjustment.


This chassis model supports standard ATX and even larger motherboards (micro-ATX and E-ATX), as …