Tech This Out: Gigabyte AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT

The Gigabyte AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT is a 16GB graphics card designed for gamers who demand high performance and stunning visuals. Here’s a detailed look at its specifications, gaming capabilities, and essential buying tips.

Specifications:

• GPU: Navi 33
• Stream Processors: 2,048
• VRAM: 16GB GDDR6
• Memory Bandwidth: 288.0 GB/s
• Memory Bus Width: 128-bit
• Base Clock Speed: 2029 MHz
• Boost Clock Speed: 2539 MHz
• Connectivity: 2x HDMI, 2x DisplayPort
  
  

Price:

Gigabyte AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT 16GB | $319.99

Gaming Performance:

The RX 7600 XT can handle the latest games at max settings, providing an immersive experience. Here are 10 of the latest games it can play smoothly:

1. Dragon Ball Sparking Zero
2. Monster Hunter Wilds
3. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
4. Black Myth: Wukong
5. Baldur’s Gate 3
6. Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2
7. Silent Hill 2
8. God of War: Ragnarok
9. Madden 25
10. MechWarrior 5: Clans
    
    

Buying the Right Components:

To ensure your system runs smoothly with the RX 7600 XT, here’s what you need to consider:

1. Graphics Card: Ensure compatibility with your motherboard and case.
2. Power Supply: The RX 7600 XT requires a power supply with at least 650W. Look for a PSU with an 80 Plus certification for efficiency.
3. Cables:
   • HDMI: For the best output quality, use HDMI 2.1 cables, which support up to 10K resolution at 120Hz.
   • DisplayPort: Opt for DisplayPort 1.4 or 2.0 cables for high refresh rates and resolutions.

Warranty Options on Amazon:

When purchasing the RX 7600 XT on Amazon, you’ll find various warranty options. Opting for a 4-year warranty is more cost-effective compared to monthly payments. For example, if the monthly payment is $10, over four years, you’d pay $480! In contrast, a one-time payment for a 4-year warranty is $52.99. This is a huge difference. You may love your graphics card, but when you do the math, you're better off buying a new one when the time is right.

Installation Tips:

If you’re not confident in your installation skills, consider getting help from a local professional or a trusted friend or family member. This can reduce stress and ensure the job is done correctly. Watching the installation process can also help you learn and build confidence for future upgrades.

By following these guidelines, you can make the most of your Gigabyte AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT and enjoy a seamless gaming experience. Speaking of gaming, stay tuned for plenty of SDGT First 30's featuring this graphics card:

Unknown 9: Awakening is one of two games you receive with the purchase of qualifying graphics cards like this, so... if you wanted to score some AAA games, it's a great way to get them. I wouldn't recommend just buying a card just to buy a new card but... when the time comes to upgrade, it's better than just a graphics card. What's crazy is that some cards are literally a few bucks less and won't come with games, but lack the specs so... make it make sense and game on! By the way, the other game in this bundle is Space Marine 2!

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9 Things Needed To Build A Gaming PC... For Streaming!

To build a gaming PC suitable for streaming, you will need the following components:

1. Processor (CPU): A powerful processor like Intel Core i7 or i9 or AMD Ryzen 7 or 9 will be ideal for streaming games.

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2. Graphics card (GPU): A high-end graphics card like NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 or AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT will deliver smooth gameplay and high-quality streaming.

3. Memory (RAM): At least 16GB of RAM is recommended for streaming games.

4. Motherboard: Choose a motherboard that is compatible with your processor and has enough expansion slots for your components.

5. Storage: A solid-state drive (SSD) with at least 500GB of storage space will be ideal for installing your operating system, games, and streaming software.

6. Power supply unit (PSU): A high-quality PSU with enough wattage to power your components is essential.

7. Cooling: A high-quality CPU cooler and case fans will help keep your system cool and running smoothly.

8. Streaming software: Download and install streaming software like OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) or Xsplit.

9. Audio and video equipment: You will also need a good microphone, webcam, and headset to ensure high-quality audio and video for your stream.

Remember to do your research and choose components that are compatible with each other and meet your budget and performance requirements.

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No E3 this year, but...

On March 31st (2022), the ESA released a statement confirming that E3 will return in 2023. Nothing has changed on that front, but there is good news and bad news. Let's go ahead and get the bad news out of the way, we already know that E3 2022 is out of the window for the in-person event, but the digital E3 showcase is out as well.

The reason is based on the ongoing health risks surrounding COVID-19. The one that got us was the E3 digital showcase, but we understand because the production team would still have to interact in order to make that possible. We were still debating about this after agreeing to an extent. There are other options as far as making that happen, but it is what it is. If people continue to huff and puff at safety suggestions, it won't help and things will continue to be impacted.

The industry shortages for required tech components have shot up. I've even seen certain parts backlogged until 2050, it's no joke, so giving a little could go a long way as far as playing things a bit more safely. - Blu

Covid just feels like a big-time blur, I don't even remember the last E3. - Luis D. Lucha

As far as that good news goes, E3 2022's cancellation doesn't mean that the show won't go on in various forms. You can still look forward to the PC Gaming Show, Future Games Show, and the Summer Game Fest which may put the ESA in the position of having stronger rivals in 2023 (if it happens). No sweat off my forehead... that should mean more awesome presentations for us to enjoy. Is it me or could Summer Game Fest use a logo update? Anyway... the dates for the following shows are below.

June 12, 2022

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Lenovo Q24i-10... Reviewed!

The first thing I noticed about the Lenovo Q24i-10 is how nice it looked, and I was going to write an article merely eyeing it down... but I figured it would be great to actually review it. Before that, check out this little unboxing... that I believed had enough light at the time.

Build: In a nutshell, the build quality of this monitor feels good. The base is a useful + sturdy metal base and... delivers a combined weight of 9.92lbs with the monitor attached. Other than that particular section where you connect the base on the monitor, it's nice and flat... and would look nice on a dual mount. As seen in the unboxing video... you can sit a keyboard right on the mount and make use of that space. This really comes in handy for those desks that lack the space like some of the wall-mounted desks (that I'd be terrified to put anything on).

The monitor is adjustable by tilting it at the desired angle (-5° / 22°) in the top part of the stand. You can't do the same near the base of the stand... from what I see (I'm reaching out to Lenovo for a solution). If it's not adjustable (which isn't displayed anywhere I've looked) that's a missed opportunity to allow for height adjustment... because right now my monitors are staggard.

The monitor also includes a Kensington Lock, a near edgeless display, an HDMI, VGA (which should've been at least a DVI or a Displayport), and an audio out (3.5mm). Also, one thing that I really really like about this monitor is the unique feature they have for cable management. I love tech, but wires annoy me... so to have the little hook on the stand is a very nice touch.

By the way, the Lenovo Q24i-10 comes with a 1 year warranty with an A+ Energy Rating.

Visuals: As far as visuals go... I've used these monitors to game, edit video, images, watched videos, and all that good stuff. Out of the box, the monitor's refresh rate is 60Hz, but... you can increase it to 75Hz for an even smoother picture. If you don't know... the refresh rate is the number of times your monitor updates with new images each second. 60Hz delivers 60FPS... which isn't exactly 120Hz or higher, but it hasn't skipped a beat.

You have Standard, Game, Web, Movie, and Picture Modes... which deliver different brightness options but I will probably stick with the standard. I rarely ever use anything outside of the power button.

This monitor also features the AMD FreeSync Technology, which is an adaptive synchronization tech for (liquid-crystal) displays that support various refresh rates to avoid tearing + reducing the risk of stuttering. To get this certification, a monitor goes through a process to ensure the monitor delivers a tear-free, low latency experience.

The rest of the specs are as follows:

Resolution 1920 x 1080 (FHD)

LED Backlight

75Hz - 50Hz Refresh Rate

Monitor Size 23.8-inch

Brightness: 250 cd/㎡

16:9 Aspect Ratio

YCbCr444 Color Format

Standard dynamic range (SDR) color space.

Response Time 4ms (Extreme Mode), 6ms (Normal Mode)

Panel Type: In-Plane-Switching

Contrast Ratio: 1000:1

16.7 Million Color Support

Eye Care Support

Audio: You have an audio out (3.5mm) on the Lenovo Q24i-10 monitor... which is a nice touch if you want to connect speakers or headphones + you also have 2 x 3W speakers under the hood. I'd definitely recommend using your third-party speakers or a headset because the on-board audio is... subpar at best.

If you need the speakers... they're a nice little addition for audio playback, but that's about it. They try to give you some sorta oomph for what it's worth, but the lows are shy in comparison to the highs and... you really have to crank the volume to hear the audio (I had to turn the monitor up 90+% and my standard PC volume up 90+% to hear it on a decent low). A decent low would be the volume you can hear that's acceptable to parents or your significant other so that it doesn't interrupt anything they're trying to hear, but I wouldn't use this monitor for movie night.

I would've paid a little more for better audio... but Lenovo could've made the Lenovo Soundbar compatible as well. Then again, I probably wouldn't use it anyway and would've opted for a more adjustable stand.

Price: Price wise you can get the Lenovo Q24i-10 for... $189.99. If you can get it on sale... don't hesitate, unless you find one with better specs. I did some research and $200 is usually the threshold before you find the specs really start to rise (in the resolution + refresh rate department). When it comes to monitors under $200 or those in the lower $200s I found this the most appealing option... which is why I have two. Thought about the curved monitor, love the features, but I'm just not ready to shell out the coins for that. 

Build 4 (I can't give it a 5 if I can't line up the monitors)

Visuals 5

Audio 2

Price 5

4 out of 5 Cool Points

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