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technology1 month ago•17 min saved

Tensor G6 and G5 Still Lag in Efficiency Against Flagship Chips in First Tests

Geekerwan’s early efficiency tests of Google’s Tensor G6 (G6) and Tensor G5 (G5) on a 3nm process show both chips trail Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite and Apple’s A-series in performance-per-watt for CPU and GPU workloads, with Kirin 9030 Pro nearly matching them despite an older process. In Geekbench 6 CPU tests, the G6 peaks around 8,000 points at ~11W; the Steel Nomad Light GPU test shows ~1,200 points at ~6W. Overall, Tensor G6/G5 sit behind current flagship silicon in efficiency, though Kirin 9030 Pro remains a close competitor on power.

via Notebookcheck|

#cpu-benchmark #gpu-benchmark #power-efficiency

science2 months ago•31 min saved

Starlink V5 arrives: smaller dish, lower power, same internet promise

Starlink’s V5 residential dish is now available in select areas; it’s notably smaller, lighter, and more power-efficient than the V4, with peak speeds around 375 Mbps versus 400+ Mbps, though actual speeds depend on plan and network conditions, and it’s not designed for in-motion use (a future Starlink Mini will address that).

via The Verge|

#home-internet #power-efficiency #satellite-internet

technology4 months ago•9 min saved

Intel Arc G3 Extreme Promises Major Gains for Handheld Gaming

Intel unveiled Arc G3 Extreme benchmarks for handhelds, showing about a 44% average performance boost over the Core Ultra 7 258V at 35W and roughly 42% faster than AMD’s Z2 Extreme; at 17W the G3 Extreme is ~24% faster than the Z2 Extreme and at 12W ~37% faster, with many titles staying above 30 FPS. The dataset highlights XeSS upscaling and Multi-Frame Generation, plus power-optimized features like Intelligent Bias Control v3.5 and P-core parking to maximize GPU headroom. Endurance Gaming mode offers longer playtime (Intel cites nearly 6 hours in Forza Horizon 6 in tests vs ~3 hours without the mode), alongside driver optimizations, precompiled shaders, and broad developer support, signaling Arc G3 as a purpose-built handheld SoC with strong battery life and performance gains.

via Wccftech|

#benchmarks #handheld-gaming #intel-arc-g3-extreme

technology6 months ago•15 min saved

Dell XPS 16 2026 uses Panther Lake to push battery life beyond a day

Notebookcheck’s review of the 2026 Dell XPS 16 highlights Panther Lake-driven efficiency: idle power around 1.5 W and about 4.5 W at max brightness, with WLAN browsing tests delivering roughly 27 hours on a 70 Wh pack (well over a day). It outperforms rivals that pull 3–5 W in similar conditions, but the lack of a discrete GPU trades graphics performance for this exceptional endurance. Full benchmarks are in Notebookcheck’s XPS 16 review.

via Notebookcheck|

#battery-life #dell #panther-lake

technology9 months ago•16 min saved

Apple’s M-series Chip: Five Years of Revolution and Future Outlook

Apple's transition from Intel to its own M-series chips has revolutionized computing by setting new standards for performance and efficiency, enabling longer battery life and more integrated architecture, and influencing industry strategies over the past five years.

via Tom's Guide|

#apple #m-series #performance

technology9 months ago•4 min saved

Bluetooth 6.0: The Future of Wireless Headphones

Bluetooth 6.0 introduces significant improvements in latency, security, location tracking, and power efficiency, with devices like phones and headphones already adopting the new standard. However, it does not yet support lossless audio streaming, though future updates may enable high-res audio transmission. The upgrade promises better connectivity, longer battery life, and enhanced security for wireless devices.

via CNET|

#bluetooth-60 #latency #location-tracking

technology11 months ago•2 min saved

Android and Galaxy Devices Set for Major Always-On Display Upgrades

Google's upcoming Android 17 update introduces 'Min Mode,' transforming the Always-On Display into an interactive, low-power interface that can show live app content like navigation and media controls, making the AOD more useful without draining battery life.

via Android Central|

#always-on-display #android-17 #google-maps

technology11 months ago•2 min saved

Sony Releases Updated PS5 Pro and DualSense V3 with Subtle Improvements

The new PlayStation 5 Pro CFI-7121 model offers improved power efficiency (2-3%), runs cooler, and is quieter than the original, with minor hardware changes like a lighter heatsink and different fan. The DualSense controller saw minimal updates, mainly removing the back microphone to reduce costs. Overall, these small upgrades enhance performance without significant changes or cost increases.

via Wccftech|

#gaming-console #hardware-upgrade #playstation-5-pro

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

Intel's Panther Lake CPUs Boost Power Efficiency and Leak Details Unveiled

Intel's upcoming Panther Lake lineup, set for early 2026 release, is expected to feature 30% higher power efficiency and 50% better performance in data-intensive tasks compared to Lunar Lake, driven by the adoption of the 18A node, marking a significant step in Intel's mobile platform development.

via Wccftech|

#18a-node #intel #mobile-platform

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

Apple's N1 Chip Enhances iPhone 17 Performance Despite Wi-Fi 7 Limitations

Apple's new N1 wireless chip in the iPhone 17 lineup enhances Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and Thread, offering improved performance, reliability, and power efficiency, with potential future integration into other Apple products.

via 9to5Mac|

#apple #iphone-17 #n1-chip

technology1 year ago•4 min saved

MediaTek's Dimensity 9500 and AI Chips Drive Next-Gen Mobile Innovation

MediaTek has launched the Dimensity 9500, its most advanced mobile platform, featuring industry-leading AI, gaming, and power efficiency capabilities, designed to enhance next-generation flagship 5G smartphones with significant performance improvements and innovative AI features.

via MediaTek|

#5g-smartphones #ai-performance #dimensity-9500

technology1 year ago•68 min saved

Why hasn't x86 caught up with Apple M series?

The article discusses why x86 architecture hasn't caught up with Apple M series chips, highlighting factors like architectural inefficiencies, hardware-software integration, power management, and Apple's dedicated R&D, which have led to superior performance and battery life in Apple Silicon compared to traditional x86 CPUs from AMD and Intel.

via Hacker News|

#apple-m-series #cpu-architecture #linux

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

Framework Laptops 12 and 13: Flexible, Repairable, and Power-Efficient

The review explores how adjusting ACPI platform profiles on the Framework Laptop 12, equipped with an Intel Core i5 1334U processor, can significantly impact performance and power efficiency. Benchmarks conducted on Ubuntu 25.04 with Linux 6.14 kernel demonstrate the effects of performance and power saver modes on CPU frequency, power consumption, and temperature, highlighting easy tuning options for optimizing the laptop's operation.

via Phoronix|

#benchmarks #framework-laptop-12 #linux

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

E Ink and Intel Unveil AI-Enhanced E-Paper Touchpad for Laptops

E Ink is developing a color electronic paper touchpad for laptops that serves as a dedicated space for AI applications and assistants, offering low power consumption and potential for quick access to shortcuts and notifications, though technical details and release timelines are still unclear.

via The Verge|

#ai-apps #e-ink #electronic-paper

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

AMD Unveils Ryzen 9 9950X with Record-Breaking Performance and Extended AM5 Support

AMD has announced its Ryzen 9000 processors, boasting improved power efficiency and performance over the Ryzen 7000 series. The company has lowered the default power limits for most of the new chips, allowing for better overclocking headroom. Additionally, AMD has extended support for the AM5 socket until at least 2027, ensuring compatibility with future CPU releases.

via Ars Technica|

#am5-support #amd #power-efficiency