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2026-08-18
tomshardware.com
2026-08-18
Computer enthusiast 1usmus has released a new update for the Hydra overclocking tool, version 2.3B, which introduces VRAM overclocking and power limit controls for NVIDIA's RTX 50-series graphics cards. This update allows users to overclock GDDR7 memory up to 36 Gbps and adjust static power limits t
2026-08-18
tomshardware.com
2026-08-18
In response to the current GPU memory shortage and soaring prices, enthusiasts have begun hacking Nvidia's older Cryptocurrency Mining Processor (CMP) series, specifically the CMP 170HX, to unlock previously locked VRAM. Originally released five years ago, these cards were designed for mining and ha
2026-08-18
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2026-08-18
2026-08-17
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2026-08-17
In the midst of a global memory shortage, a Japanese repair shop has introduced a GDDR6 VRAM upgrade service for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti cards, increasing memory from 11GB to 22GB at a rate of approximately $25 per GB. This move highlights the current high prices and supply constraints in the mem
2026-08-07
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2026-08-07
2026-08-07
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2026-08-07
With the rapid growth of artificial intelligence, demand for computational resources continues to rise, reviving interest in older yet still capable GPUs. Recently, sellers on eBay have begun offering pre-modified RTX 2080 Ti cards with 22GB of VRAM for just $499. This upgrade significantly enhances
2026-08-01
www.tweaktown.com
2026-08-01
2026-07-29
tomshardware.com
2026-07-29
A company named GPU Solutions has introduced a service to upgrade the VRAM on NVIDIA's RTX 2080 Ti from 11GB to 22GB, complete with a stable BIOS. While such modifications are common in underground markets, this is one of the few publicly available services. The upgrade involves replacing existing 1
2026-07-28
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2026-07-28
Recent leaked specifications for AMD's upcoming Radeon RX 9050 have sparked significant industry interest. Expected to launch in 2026, the card is based on the Navi 44 GPU core and will be available in both 4GB and 8GB variants. Notably, the 4GB version reintroduces a configuration last seen in 2022
2026-07-26
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2026-07-26
2026-06-05
www.tomshardware.com
2026-06-05
Recent leaks suggest that NVIDIA is still planning to launch its highly anticipated RTX 50 Super series in 2026, including a rumored RTX 5060 Super model. This lineup is expected to feature advanced technologies such as GDDR7 memory, with the RTX 5060 Super possibly equipped with 12GB VRAM using 4x
2026-06-01
www.phoronix.com
2026-06-01
An open-source developer has introduced NBD-VRAM, a tool designed to provide swap space on consumer NVIDIA GeForce GPUs running Linux. Primarily aimed at laptop users with soldered memory who need additional system memory, NBD-VRAM leverages the NVIDIA CUDA driver API to carve out a portion of video
2026-05-14
2026-05-09
www.tomshardware.com
2026-05-09
NVIDIA's RTX Mega Geometry technology marks a significant advancement in path-traced rendering, offering improved performance and reduced VRAM consumption. By introducing a Cluster Acceleration Structure (CLAS), it dramatically speeds up BVH rebuilding and decreases CPU overhead. Testing in games li