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Sunday Tech News - German Distributor Reportedly Halts RTX 5070 Ti, RTX 5080, And RTX 5090 Sales - tech|
| (hx) 05:43 PM CET - Jan,04 2026 |
- Serious Concerns as Ryzen 7 9800X3D Shows 10% Failure Rate -
According to a recent report published by Overclock3D, the
owner of an eSports center has reported an alarming failure rate with
this CPU. Out of a batch of 150 Ryzen 7 9800X3D processors installed in
his gaming systems, 15 have failed within a short period. This
represents a 10% failure rate, with one processor dying every one or
two weeks on average. Such a high failure rate in a professional
environment not only causes hardware losses but also affects
profitability due to downtime. Many of the affected CPUs were mounted
on specific motherboard models,
with frequent mentions of ASRock boards. This has led to speculation
about potential BIOS instability or incorrect voltage delivery to the
CPU. Some processors show visible physical damage, such as burn marks
on the socket, while others simply stop working without any warning or
visible defect. AMD has begun responding to these incidents. Initially,
the company suggested that memory compatibility issues could prevent
systems from booting. However, for users who experienced permanent
physical damage, that explanation seems unconvincing. While awaiting a
definitive fix or a microcode update to address the issue, users are
advised to keep their BIOS updated and monitor system voltages
carefully. AMD is expected to issue an official statement soon.
- German Distributor Reportedly Halts RTX 5070 Ti, RTX 5080, And
RTX 5090 Sales -Things are getting ridiculous now, and if this
report is true, we might see a similar situation in various parts of
the world. Thankfully, right now we can see most of the NVIDIA RTX 50
and AMD RX 9000 GPUs in stock on major retailers, but some retailers are
already having a hard time securing enough for their inventory. A retailer complained on Reddit that he is in a
difficult situation, as his distributor has cancelled several of his
GeForce RTX 5070 orders, citing limited inventory. The distributor can
reportedly only provide five units of each model, and therefore,
anything above that has been cancelled. The retailer says that except
for 20,000 Euros worth of RTX 5070, he won't receive more GPUs, and the
list of cancelled models includes cards like ZOTAC RTX 5070 SOLID,
Gainward RTX 5070 Ti Phoenix, and some other stuff. He posted a
screenshot of what the distributor told him, which makes it clear why
even a single model of the RTX 5070 Ti has been cancelled. Supposedly,
the distributor doesn't even have a single unit for RTX 5070 Ti, RTX
5080, or RTX 5090 to sell to the retailer.
- 12VHPWR Cables Are Just Too Fragile – WireView Pro II Preview -
der8auer examines the new WireView Pro II,
revealing its features and encountering unexpected 12VHPWR cable
issues. The video explores the device's software and various display
modes, including a detailed per-pin current analysis. Troubleshooting
tips for common current imbalance problems are also provided.
- RTX 5090 saved from connector melting with ASRock's $40 cable
despite pulling 1350W - The cable has an NTC sensor at the connector that
not only monitors temperature but also sends a signal to the PSU to
halt operation if temperature exceeds the limit.
- Starlink reveals why it's lowering thousands of satellites in
2026 - SpaceX-owned Starlink is planning a massive
reconfiguration of its constellation of over 4,400 satellites orbiting
Earth and beaming internet to places. It's VP of engineering,
from an of 550 km (342 mi) to 480 km (298 mi) over the course of 2026,
while working closely with other operators, regulators, and USSPACECOM.
The Earth's atmosphere gets thinner at higher altitudes during a Solar
Minimum, which results in satellites feeling less drag at higher
orbits. The reduced density makes it harder for a failed satellite to
burn up, thereby increasing the risk that it could become a space
hazard.
- New Vulnerabilities in Bluetooth Headphones Let Hackers Hijack
Connected Smartphone - Security researchers have disclosed critical vulnerabilities affecting widely used
Bluetooth headphones and earbuds that could allow attackers to
eavesdrop on conversations, steal sensitive data, and even hijack
connected smartphones. The flaws, identified as CVE-2025-20700,
CVE-2025-20701, and CVE-2025-20702, impact devices powered by Airoha
Bluetooth System-on-Chips (SoCs), which are used by major manufacturers
including Sony, Bose, JBL, Marshall, and Jabra.
- Valve explains why Steam Machine doesn't have HDMI 2.1 -
Valve has now clarified why the new Steam Machine
spec sheet only
lists HDMI 2.0, even though the hardware is wired for HDMI 2.1. The
company says the port is capable of HDMI 2.1, but SteamOS cannot expose
the full feature set because of how the HDMI 2.1 standard is licensed
and how Linux display drivers are built. The root of the
problem is the HDMI Forum's stance on HDMI 2.1.
The group does not permit a fully open source implementation of the 2.1
feature set, which blocks the open AMD GPU drivers that SteamOS relies
on from implementing everything that is in the spec. AMD engineer Alex
Deucher has previously stated that an open source HDMI 2.1 stack would
conflict with the Forum's requirements.On the bandwidth side, Steam
Machine stretches HDMI 2.0 further than
the baseline spec. HDMI 2.0 is nominally capped at 4K 60 Hz, yet Valve
lists 4K 120 Hz support on its spec sheet. That mode is reached with
chroma subsampling to compress color information and free up bandwidth
within the 18 Gbps HDMI 2.0 limit. For Steam Machine buyers, these HDMI
details will not stop the box from
working as a living room PC, and most users will just pick 4K 60 Hz or
120 Hz and play.
- Windows 7 2026 Edition - The Most Stable Remaster Ever (Its
Fast!) - Experience a faster Windows 7, remastered for 2026! (price is $20)
Apidus demonstrates installation via Tiny 11, offering
options including USB or Zeno for a clean install. Learn how to boost
performance and optimize your system with included tools.
- NVIDIA GeForce NOW Gets 14 New Games in January - NVIDIA's
cloud gaming service, GeForce NOW, is kicking off the new year by adding 14 exciting titles throughout January
2026, including day-one launches and RTX 5080-ready optimizations for
Ultimate members. Available to stream immediately are My Winter Car (new
Steam release), Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden (Xbox/PC Game Pass), The
Casting of Frank Stone (Xbox/PC Game Pass), Eternights (Epic Games
Store), and Warhammer 40,000: SPACE MARINE 2 (Epic, RTX 5080-ready).
- NVIDIA Prepares Native Support for GeForce Now on Linux -
NVIDIA is getting ready to offer native support
for GeForce Now on Linux distributions. The information comes directly
from the company itself,
- Microsoft Updates Windows 11 to Reduce RAM Usage and Free Up
Memory - Given the current market situation, lowering RAM
consumption has become crucial. While many game and app developers have
yet to optimize their programs for better memory use, Microsoft has
already begun working on improvements within Windows 11. A new update,
arriving first in the Windows 11 Insider Preview build 26220.7523
(currently available for beta testers), will later roll out to all
Windows users. The update focuses mainly on optimizing File Explorer.
Microsoft has removed unnecessary operations that previously slowed
down searches and consumed excessive RAM. These changes not only make
searches faster but also reduce overall system resource usage when
using File Explorer. This improvement brings two major benefits -
faster navigation and more free resources for gaming or demanding
applications. Players will notice better system responsiveness,
especially when multitasking while playing games.
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last 10 comments: | lorcro2000 | (07:26 PM CET - Jan,04 2026 ) | | GeForce Now on Linux would open up numerous games that are currently not available, the multiplayer ones with angry anticheats that won't run natively (though they could). Interesting. |
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| Sabot | (12:17 AM CET - Jan,05 2026 ) | https://www.reuters.com/world/china/nvidia-sounds-out-tsmc-new-h200-chip-order-china-demand-jumps-sources-say-2025-12-31/
quote:
Dec 31 (Reuters) - Nvidia (NVDA.O), opens new tab is scrambling to meet strong demand for its H200 artificial intelligence chips from Chinese technology companies and has approached contract manufacturer Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (2330.TW), opens new tab to ramp up production, sources said.
Chinese technology companies have placed orders for more than 2 million H200 chips for 2026, while Nvidia currently holds just 700,000 units in stock, two of the people said.
The exact additional volume Nvidia intends to order from TSMC remains unclear, they said. A third source said Nvidia has asked TSMC to begin production of the additional chips, and work is expected to start in the second quarter of 2026.
The moves raise concerns over whether there could be further tightening in global AI chip supplies as Nvidia now has to strike the right balance between meeting robust Chinese demand and addressing constrained supplies elsewhere. |
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| gx-x | (10:19 AM CET - Jan,05 2026 ) | | Of course they halt the sales - they are waiting for price to go up then they will resume. Companies rarely, if ever, leave free money on the table. |
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| Sabot | (02:34 PM CET - Jan,05 2026 ) | quote:
The Most Stable Remaster Ever (Its Fast!) - Experience a faster Windows 7, remastered for 2026! (price is $20) Apidus demonstrates installation via Tiny 11, offering options including USB or Zeno for a clean install. Learn how to boost performance and optimize your system with included tools.
It take it it comes with free security updates :lol: |
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| Sabot | (11:32 PM CET - Jan,06 2026 ) | quote:
Serious Concerns as Ryzen 7 9800X3D Shows 10% Failure Rate - According to a recent report published by Overclock3D, the owner of an eSports center has reported an alarming failure rate with this CPU. Out of a batch of 150 Ryzen 7 9800X3D processors installed in his gaming systems, 15 have failed within a short period. This represents a 10% failure rate, with one processor dying every one or two weeks on average. Such a high failure rate in a professional environment not only causes hardware losses but also affects profitability due to downtime. Many of the affected CPUs were mounted on specific motherboard models, with frequent mentions of ASRock boards. This has led to speculation about potential BIOS instability or incorrect voltage delivery to the CPU. Some processors show visible physical damage, such as burn marks on the socket, while others simply stop working without any warning or visible defect. AMD has begun responding to these incidents. Initially, the company suggested that memory compatibility issues could prevent systems from booting. However, for users who experienced permanent physical damage, that explanation seems unconvincing. While awaiting a definitive fix or a microcode update to address the issue, users are advised to keep their BIOS updated and monitor system voltages carefully. AMD is expected to issue an official statement soon.
Good to see AMD cutting corners now. It had to happen eventually. QC out the window saving money like everything today. Funny how everyone jumped on Intel. AMD clearly didn’t learn anything and the cost of the 9800X3D and compensation - especially from system builders is going to cost them big time through damage.
As usual, it’s blame BIOS, Asus, not following overclocking etc. Work closely with mobo manufacturers. |
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