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Warning: The Tech You Are About to See May Shock You
Introduction
If you’ve ever dragged your feet on carpet and then touched a piece of technology, you know that it can lead to a shocking experience. But what if I told you that NVIDIA’s frame generation and AMD’s rival fluid motion frame technology have been used simultaneously to achieve up to three times the performance compared to gaming at native resolution? South Korean tech outlet Quazar Zone’s team red and green working together to achieve this remarkable feat.
The Experiment
On December 1st, the Quazar Zone team observed a 3x boost in average frame rate in Cyberpunk 2077 at native 4K and ultra settings. Impressive uplifts were also seen in Call of Duty and Ratchet and Clank Rift Apart. To pull this off, the team plugged an RTX 490 and an RX 6600 into the same PC, installed both of their drivers, and hooked up the primary display to the 6600 while the 490 was set as the primary GPU in Windows. This setup allowed the 490’s post-frame gen output to pass through the 6600 and get its frames fluidly motioned.
The Results
While the average frame rate was impressive, the experiment also had its shortcomings. The feature of fluid motion frames is still in beta, meaning crashes may occur, and the feature deactivates during fast movement, leading to massive frame drops during motion. Additionally, both frame generating solutions can introduce visual artifacts and increase input lag. So, while the performance boost was significant, there are trade-offs to consider.
Tesla’s Cybertruck Event
Earlier this week, Elon Musk hosted Tesla’s Cybertruck delivery presentation, where 10 lucky customers got to drive away in the newly launched vehicle. Despite Musk promising it to be the biggest product launch of the year, many found the event to be cringe-worthy. With two versions of the Cybertruck currently available, priced higher than originally advertised, some enthusiasts are reconsidering buying the EV.
Rumored NVIDIA GPU
NVIDIA is rumored to be launching a new GPU in China called the RTX 490D. This version complies with U.S.-Chinese export policies, unlike the original RTX 490. The rumored changes in the GPU’s configuration suggest that its performance may be affected, particularly in terms of AI capabilities. It is also speculated that the RTX 490D will be comparable to the upcoming 4080 Super, rumored to come out in January of next year.
Quick Bits
Google’s Threat Analysis Group discovered vulnerabilities in Chrome and Apple’s WebKit that were actively exploited. Google patched seven Chrome vulnerabilities, while Apple patched flaws in WebKit that could allow hackers to access sensitive information. In other news, the ASUS ROG Ally now has gyroscope support and control customization options, making it a better gaming accessory.
Additionally, an AI-powered tool from Google DeepMind called GNOme has predicted recipes for new crystals with potential applications in superconductors, batteries, and computer chips. Scientists at Tufts University and Harvard have created self-assembling robots called anthrobots made of human trachea cells.
Conclusion
While the tech world is constantly evolving with exciting advancements, it’s essential to stay informed about the latest developments and trends. From experimental gaming setups to new AI technologies, the future of tech holds endless possibilities. Keep exploring and learning about the tech that surrounds us to make the most of these innovations.