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ASUS Middle East Announces GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Series Graphics Cards
ASUS Middle East today announced a new series of graphics cards that will debut with the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti GPU. The series includes five new models: ROG Strix, TUF Gaming, ASUS Dual, ASUS Dual MINI, and ASUS KO GeForce RTX 3060 Ti. These new graphics cards bring buffed-up cooling, PCBs, and power designs to complement the new NVIDIA Ampere architecture and deliver the latest and greatest in 3D gaming performance.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti GPU
Powered by the NVIDIA Ampere architecture and the 2nd generation of NVIDIA RTX, the world’s most powerful PC gaming platform for real-time ray tracing and AI, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti delivers blistering 1080p and 1440p gameplay.
The RTX 3060 Ti also supports the trifecta of GeForce gaming innovations too, including performance-accelerating and IQ-enhancing NVIDIA DLSS technology which is now available in over 25 games; NVIDIA Reflex which reduces system latency (‘input lag’), making games more responsive, and giving players in competitive multiplayer titles an extra edge over the opposition; and NVIDIA Broadcast, a suite of audio and video AI enhancements including virtual backgrounds and noise removal that users can apply to chats, Skype calls and video meetings. So whether they’re playing traditional PC titles, powering through creator and productivity workflows, or marveling at the latest cutting-edge ray-traced titles like Cyberpunk 2077, Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Watch Dogs: Legion, and more, the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti delivers the best possible experience in its class for everyone everywhere.
ROG Strix: Take flight
From top to bottom, ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics cards deliver powerful thermal designs and are optimized for the dynamic NVIDIA Ampere architecture. A shroud with metal accents encompasses a trio of Axial-tech fans that have been tuned to fulfill specialized roles. The central fan leverages a full-height barrier ring and 13 fan blades that provide boosted static pressure to drive air through the heatsink fins and onto the GPU heat spreader.
The two fans on the flanks feature 11 blades each and half-height barrier rings to allow for more lateral dispersion and to provide better airflow through the cooling array. Turbulence between fans is reduced due to a reversal of the center fan’s rotational direction. A larger heatsink that fills most of the card’s 2.9-slot footprint was designed to leverage the increased airflow. To get heat up off the die and into the heatsink array, MaxContact technology has been utilized to polish the surface of the heat spreader and improve smoothness at the microscopic level. The extra flatness allows for better contact with the die for enhanced thermal transfer.
In addition to an enhanced cooling array, Super Alloy Power II components, including top-shelf capacitors, chokes and power stages, effortlessly deliver hundreds of watts at a millisecond’s notice. The card’s components are soldered to the PCB using ASUS-exclusive Auto-Extreme Technology to ensure precise joints and that each card meets rigorous ROG specifications for reliability.
Also included are FanConnect II headers that allow PWM fans to be tuned based on CPU and GPU temperatures, providing extra intake or exhaust for demanding 3D tasks and compute workloads. Builders looking for a quick and simple way to adjust their card’s default behavior can flick an onboard Dual BIOS switch to choose between “performance” and “quiet” profiles without software. Another ease-of-use feature is an onboard voltage-sensing circuit that monitors PSU rail voltage. The circuit is fast enough to catch any transients that result in the rail voltage dropping too low. If that happens, a red LED will light up to indicate a power supply issue, making it easier to debug the source of crashes during gameplay.
The front side of the graphics card features an addressable RGB element that can be customized with Armoury Crate software, and the reinforced metal frame adds a protective layer that improves durability. Flipping the card around reveals a metal backplate with a wide vent. The vent allows hot air to escape towards chassis exhaust fans instead of being recycled back into the GPU cooler. Beneath the GPU, a bracket provides consistent mounting pressure between the die and heat spreader. Stainless steel is used for the I/O bracket to protect ports and provide a more secure mount.
The ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics card provides a dynamic thermal design. Paired with the outstanding performance of the NVIDIA Ampere architecture, ROG Strix provides gamers with access to fresh experiences, from incredible frame rates in competitive titles, to smooth high-resolution gameplay in immersive AAA games.
TUF Gaming: Built TUF
TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics cards provide exceptionally robust power and cooling. An all-metal shroud houses three powerful Axial-tech fans that utilize durable dual ball fan bearings. Fan rotation has been optimized for reduced turbulence, and a stop mode brings all three fans to a halt at low temperatures. In line with the TUF Gaming legacy, components are selected based on their durability and performance. In addition to top-shelf chokes and MOSFETs, capacitors with military-grade certification make TUF Gaming stand tall amongst the competition. The automated manufacturing process, using Auto-Extreme Technology, ensures components are placed and attached with high precision, and each card is subjected to a grueling 144-hour validation trial to ensure flawless performance when it counts.
Most of the rear is swathed in a protective metal backplate that prominently features a wide vent to prevent heat buildup. Beneath the GPU, a bracket provides consistent mounting pressure between the die and heat spreader. Stainless steel is used for the I/O bracket to protect ports and provide a more secure mount. A conveniently placed Dual BIOS switch allows customization of the card’s default performance profile without software.
ASUS Dual: 2X fans, 2X fun
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3060 Ti leverages advanced cooling technologies derived from flagship graphics cards, making it the perfect choice for a well-balanced build. A clean shroud matches the aesthetic of workstations and decked-out gaming rigs alike. Two tried-and-true Axial-tech fans are designed to provide ample airflow to the heatsink, and the fans come to a halt automatically at low temperatures.
Auto-Extreme Technology reduces thermal strain on components during the manufacturing process and avoids the use of harsh cleaning chemicals, resulting in greater precision and reliability, less environmental impact, and lower manufacturing power consumption. An aluminum backplate and stainless steel I/O bracket helps protect the PCB from unwanted flex. The ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics card is ready for gamers, content creators, and enthusiasts who are looking for a robust plug-and-play experience.
ASUS Dual MINI: Compact design, mighty thermal performance
The new ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 3060 Ti MINI graphics card is specifically designed for small-form-factor systems and the Intel NUC 9 Extreme Kit and Intel NUC 9 Pro Kit. At under 20 cm in length, Dual MINI provides the broad compatibility of a compact design while delivering exemplary thermal performance. It features a custom two-slot cooler comprised of a large heatsink and two Axial-tech fans that provide high static pressure to keep temperatures in check. The powerful cooling is backed by the reliability of Auto-Extreme Technology, making Dual MINI the obvious choice for long-term deployment in small-form-factor chassis.
ASUS KO: Total knockout
ASUS KO GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics cards build on the foundation laid by ASUS Dual by way of a modified shroud, space-grade fan bearing lubricant, long-lasting capacitors, and a vented backplate. The shroud features gold and silver faceplates laced with customizable ARGB lighting to give the KO a unique aesthetic that can be customized with Aura software.
Cooling is taken care of by a large heatsink that fills most of the card’s 2.7-slot footprint, teamed with a vented backplate to prevent heat buildup. The two Axial-tech fans spin on sleeve bearings immersed in space-grade lubricant, which enhances durability and delivers a quieter acoustic profile than dual-ball-bearing designs. The card’s components are attached using Auto-Extreme Technology, and these include capacitors rated to last up to 2.5 times longer than the industry standard.
The potent combination of aesthetics, cooling, and durability make KO GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics cards the perfect choice for gamers who prefer to unabashedly showcase their gaming rigs on the desktop. ROG Strix, TUF Gaming, ASUS Dual, and ASUS Dual MINI GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics cards will be available worldwide starting from December 2020.
ASUS KO GeForce RTX 3060 Ti graphics cards will be available starting from December 2020 in the USA, Brazil, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and Australia.
Components
NVIDIA Announces Blackwell GeForce RTX 50 Series
NVIDIA today unveiled the most advanced consumer GPUs for gamers, creators and developers — the GeForce RTX 50 Series Desktop and Laptop GPUs. Powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, fifth-generation Tensor Cores and fourth-generation RT Cores, the GeForce RTX 50 Series delivers breakthroughs in AI-driven rendering, including neural shaders, digital human technologies, geometry and lighting.
“Blackwell, the engine of AI, has arrived for PC gamers, developers and creatives,” said Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA. “Fusing AI-driven neural rendering and ray tracing, Blackwell is the most significant computer graphics innovation since we introduced programmable shading 25 years ago.”
The GeForce RTX 5090 GPU — the fastest GeForce RTX GPU to date — features 92 billion transistors, providing over 3,352 trillion AI operations per second (TOPS) of computing power. The Blackwell architecture’s innovations and DLSS 4 mean the GeForce RTX 5090 GPU outperforms the GeForce RTX 4090 GPU up to 2x.
GeForce Blackwell comes to laptops with all the features of desktop models, bringing a considerable upgrade to portable computing, including extraordinary graphics capabilities and remarkable efficiency. The Blackwell generation of NVIDIA Max-Q technology extends battery life by up to 40% and allows for thin and light laptops that maintain their sleek design without sacrificing power or performance.
DLSS 4 debuts Multi Frame Generation to boost frame rates by using AI to generate up to three frames per rendered frame. It works in unison with the suite of DLSS technologies to increase performance by up to 8x over traditional rendering, while maintaining responsiveness with NVIDIA Reflex technology.
DLSS 4 also introduces the graphics industry’s first real-time application of the transformer model architecture. Transformer-based DLSS Ray Reconstruction and Super Resolution models use 2x more parameters and 4x more compute to provide greater stability, reduced ghosting, higher details and enhanced anti-aliasing in-game scenes. DLSS 4 will be supported on GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs in over 75 games and applications on the day of launch.
NVIDIA Reflex 2 introduces Frame Warp, an innovative technique to reduce latency in games by updating a rendered frame based on the latest mouse input just before it is sent to the display. Reflex 2 can reduce latency by up to 75%. This gives gamers a competitive edge in multiplayer games and makes single-player titles more responsive.
Twenty-five years ago, NVIDIA introduced GeForce 3 and programmable shaders, which set the stage for two decades of graphics innovation, from pixel shading to compute shading to real-time ray tracing. Alongside GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, NVIDIA is introducing RTX Neural Shaders, which bring small AI networks into programmable shaders, unlocking film-quality materials, lighting and more in real-time games.
Rendering game characters is one of the most challenging tasks in real-time graphics, as people are prone to notice the smallest errors or artefacts in digital humans. RTX Neural Faces takes a simple rasterized face and 3D pose data as input and uses generative AI to render a temporally stable, high-quality digital face in real-time.
RTX Neural Faces is complemented by new RTX technologies for ray-traced hair and skin. Along with the new RTX Mega Geometry, which enables up to 100x more ray-traced triangles in a scene, these advancements are poised to deliver a massive leap in realism for game characters and environments. The power of neural rendering, DLSS 4 and the new DLSS transformer model is showcased on GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs with Zorah, a groundbreaking new technology demo from NVIDIA.
GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs bring industry-leading AI TOPS to power autonomous game characters in parallel with game rendering. NVIDIA is introducing a suite of new NVIDIA ACE technologies that enable game characters to perceive, plan and act like human players. ACE-powered autonomous characters are being integrated into KRAFTON’s PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS and InZOI, the publisher’s upcoming life simulation game, as well as Wemade Next’s MIR5.
In PUBG, companions powered by NVIDIA ACE plan and execute strategic actions, dynamically working with human players to ensure survival. InZOI features Smart Zoi characters that autonomously adjust behaviours based on life goals and in-game events. In MIR5, large language model (LLM)-driven raid bosses adapt tactics based on player behaviour, creating more dynamic, challenging encounters.
Use cases span LLMs, vision language models, image generation, speech, embedding models for retrieval-augmented generation, PDF extraction and computer vision. NIM microservices include all the necessary components for running AI on PCs and are optimized for deployment across all NVIDIA GPUs.
Showcasing how RTX enthusiasts and developers can use NIM microservices to build AI agents and assistants, NVIDIA will release a pipeline of NVIDIA NIM microservices and AI Blueprints for RTX AI PCs from top model developers such as Black Forest Labs, Meta, Mistral and Stability.AI. To demonstrate how enthusiasts and developers can use NIM to build AI agents and assistants, NVIDIA today previewed Project R2X, a vision-enabled PC avatar that can put information at a user’s fingertips, assist with desktop apps and video conference calls, read and summarize documents, and more.
The GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs supercharge creative workflows. RTX 50 Series GPUs are the first consumer GPUs to support FP4 precision, boosting AI image generation performance for models such as FLUX by 2x and enabling generative AI models to run locally in a smaller memory footprint, compared with previous-generation hardware.
The NVIDIA Broadcast app gains two AI-powered beta features for live streamers: Studio Voice, which upgrades microphone audio, and Virtual Key light, which relights faces for polished streams. Streamlabs is introducing the Intelligent Streaming Assistant, powered by NVIDIA ACE and Inworld AI, which acts as a cohost, producer and technical assistant to enhance live streams.
For desktop users, the GeForce RTX 5090 GPU with 3,352 AI TOPS and the GeForce RTX 5080 GPU with 1,801 AI TOPS will be available on Jan. 30 at $1,999 and $999, respectively. The GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU with 1,406 AI TOPS and GeForce RTX 5070 GPU with 988 AI TOPS will be available starting in February at $749 and $549, respectively. The NVIDIA Founders Editions of the GeForce RTX 5090, RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 GPUs will be available directly from nvidia.com and select retailers worldwide.
Stock-clocked and factory-overclocked models will be available from top add-in card providers such as ASUS, Colorful, Gainward, GALAX, GIGABYTE, INNO3D, KFA2, MSI, Palit, PNY and ZOTAC, and in desktops from system builders including Falcon Northwest, Infiniarc, MAINGEAR, Mifcom, ORIGIN PC, PC Specialist and Scan Computers.
Laptops with GeForce RTX 5090, RTX 5080 and RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPUs will be available starting in March, and RTX 5070 Laptop GPUs will be available starting in April from the world’s top manufacturers, including Acer, ASUS, Dell, GIGABYTE, HP, Lenovo, MECHREVO, MSI and Razer.
Accessories
CORSAIR Unveils Cutting-Edge Hardware at CES 2025: New Cases, PSUs, RAM, and More
CORSAIR has announced a wide range of new hardware for PC builders and content creators at CES 2025, including power supplies, cases, storage solutions, and memory. Notable new products include the XENEON EDGE 14.5″ Touchscreen, EX400U USB4 External SSD, DOMINATOR TITANIUM Wave Accessory Kit, and CORSAIR Custom Lab memory. Additionally, there are updates to the RMe and HXi power supplies, featuring enhanced capabilities for next-gen GPUs. The revamped 5000T Series of mid-tower cases also introduces support for reverse-connector motherboards.
XENEON EDGE 14.5″ LCD Touchscreen
The XENEON EDGE 14.5″ LCD Touchscreen offers a versatile display with a native resolution of 2560×720. It can be connected via USB Type-C DP-Alt Mode or HDMI and features five-point multi-touch capabilities. The compact and flexible display can be mounted internally or externally, offering a sleek and interactive experience for various uses.
RMe Series (2025) Power Supplies
The updated RMe Series power supplies come in 650W, 750W, 850W, and 1000W capacities, offering Cybenetics Gold-certified efficiency. These fully modular PSUs support NVIDIA RTX 40 and future RTX 50 Series GPUs, with ATX 3.1 compliance and PCIe 5.1 compatibility. The RMe Series ensures stable power delivery and quiet operation with premium capacitors and Zero RPM Fan Mode.
5000T Series Mid-Tower Cases
The updated 5000T Series cases support reverse-connector motherboards and are available in two versions: the iCUE LINK 5000T LX RGB and the standard 5000T. Both versions offer excellent cooling potential and builder-friendly features, including the CORSAIR RapidRoute cable management system and vertical GPU mounting support.
HXi Series (2025) Power Supplies
The legendary HXi power supplies now feature dual 600W-capable 12V-2×6 GPU power connectors, supporting dual-GPU setups and next-gen GPUs. The 1200W HX1200i and 1500W HX1500i models will be updated in Q2 2025. These quiet and efficient power supplies come with a 10-year warranty and modular cables for easy management.
EX400U USB4 External SSD
The EX400U USB4 External SSD delivers high-speed data transfer rates of up to 4,000MB/s sequential reads and 3,600MB/s sequential writes. It supports USB Type-C and is compatible with Thunderbolt 4, making it ideal for on-the-go professionals and mobile content creators. The EX400U will be available in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities starting January 23.
CORSAIR Custom Lab DRAM
CORSAIR’s Custom Lab now offers personalized DRAM, allowing users to choose from eight design options for Black, White, or Gray VENGEANCE RGB DDR5 modules. Speeds of 6,000MT/s or 6,400MT/s with CAS latencies ranging from 30 to 36 are available. This new customization option enhances the aesthetic appeal of memory modules.
DOMINATOR TITANIUM Wave Accessory Kit
CORSAIR has announced the DOMINATOR TITANIUM Wave Accessory Kit, an elegant upgrade for their renowned DOMINATOR TITANIUM DDR5 memory. This kit features two robust metal top bars, each adorned with a unique wavy RGB LED lightbar, adding a refined visual touch to any setup. Installation is quick and hassle-free, allowing users to achieve a striking new look within minutes. The lightbars are also easy to disassemble, offering DIY enthusiasts the opportunity for personalized customization. With its premium build quality and distinctive design, the Wave Accessory Kit enhances the aesthetics of DOMINATOR TITANIUM memory seamlessly.
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Preview: DarkFlash DY470 PC Case
The world of PC building is one where aesthetics meet functionality, and the DarkFlash DY470 ATX PC case stands out as a shining example of this balance. Offering a combination of sleek design, spacious interiors, and efficient cooling capabilities, the DarkFlash DY470 is a compelling choice for both novice builders and seasoned enthusiasts.
Design
DarkFlash has established itself as a reliable brand in the PC hardware market, known for its innovative designs and quality products. The DY470 model is a testament to their commitment to providing top-tier PC cases that cater to the needs of modern builders. This case is designed to offer a panoramic view of your components while ensuring excellent airflow and cooling efficiency.
Upon unboxing the DarkFlash DY470, one is immediately struck by its modern and stylish design. The case is packaged securely, with high-density foam protecting its delicate tempered glass panels. The package includes all necessary screws and stand-offs, a microfiber cloth for cleaning the glass, and zip ties for cable management.
While the package itself did not include a manual, a quick scan of the QR code on the tempered glass downloads a digital manual. The case’s design is dominated by its panoramic tempered glass panels on three sides, providing an unobstructed view of the interior. This design not only enhances the visual appeal but also allows builders to showcase their components and RGB lighting setups.
Technical Specifications
The DarkFlash DY470 PC case supports ATX, MicroATX, and Mini-ITX motherboards, and is designed as a panoramic tower made of steel (0.7 mm SPCC) and tempered glass. It provides ample clearance for components, with space for a 175 mm CPU cooler, a 410 mm horizontal GPU (or 390 mm vertical), and a 200 mm PSU.
The case includes 2x 2.5 in PCIe expansion drive bays and supports dual 360 mm radiators or up to ten 120 mm fans for efficient cooling. Its I/O ports feature 2x USB 3.2 Gen1, 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C, and separate headphone and microphone jacks. The case’s dimensions are 497 mm in length, 298 mm in width, 473 mm in height, and it weighs 9.97 kg.
Build Quality
The DY470 features a minimalist yet striking external design. The tempered glass panels are complemented by a sturdy steel frame, ensuring durability and stability. The front panel is sleek, with a subtle DarkFlash logo at the bottom. The bottom area houses the I/O ports, including a Type-C port for fast data transfer, audio jacks, dual USB Type-A ports, and power/reset buttons.
The rear panel is functional, with perforations for side-mounted fans, PSU, and hard drive bays. The overall build quality is impressive, with no flex or weak points in the frame, giving it a robust feel.
Internal Design and Layout
The internal layout of the DY470 is designed for optimal airflow and ease of installation. The back-connect motherboard layout ensures that cables are neatly managed, with plenty of room for routing and hiding them. The case supports flexible GPU mounting with both horizontal and vertical PCIe slots, allowing builders to choose their preferred GPU orientation.
The spacious interior can accommodate high-end components, including large GPUs and tall CPU coolers. The case also offers multiple mounting options for radiators and fans, supporting dual 360 mm radiators or up to ten 120 mm fans, making it ideal for custom water cooling setups.
Cooling and Airflow
One of the standout features of the DarkFlash DY470 is its cooling capability. As mentioned earlier, the case supports extensive fan and radiator configurations, ensuring that your components remain cool even under heavy loads. The perforated rear panel and the top and bottom vents provide ample airflow, while the detachable dust cover beneath the motherboard tray helps keep the interior clean.
The case’s design ensures that there are no airflow obstructions, with strategically placed vents and fan mounts. This thoughtful design will translate to excellent thermal performance, keeping temperatures low and ensuring system stability.
Installation Process
Building a PC in the DarkFlash DY470 is a straightforward and enjoyable process. The spacious interior and well-placed cable management features make installation a breeze. The case includes several features to assist with the build process, such as removable drive trays, tool-less drive installation, and ample cable routing holes.
The case also comes with stand-off thumb screws and an internal speaker, adding convenience during the build. Whether you are a first-time builder or a seasoned pro, the DY470 offers a user-friendly experience that simplifies the assembly process.
Verdict
The DarkFlash DY470 ATX PC case is a remarkable blend of aesthetics, functionality, and performance. Its panoramic design, combined with excellent cooling capabilities and ease of installation, makes it a top choice for PC builders of all levels. Whether you’re looking to create a high-performance gaming rig or a visually stunning showpiece, the DY470 will deliver on all fronts.
Price: AED 699
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