Tech Gaming Hardware discussion (& Hardware Sales) thread

[Madmick]

RDNA 1, okay, I get it. But RDNA 2? That's what the current generation of consoles run on. The RX 6000 series cards launched on October, 2020, and they were still releasing new SKUs as late as early 2022. So some of this series isn't even four years old, yet.

I guess the fact this enduring support has gotten so little press is partly to blame. I can't think of anyone besides Hardware Unboxed that has really invested effort into showing how much ground AMD cards have gained on NVIDIA cards over the past decade in terms of fps and optimization improvements as they age.

 

[Slobodan]

RDNA 1, okay, I get it. But RDNA 2? That's what the current generation of consoles run on. The RX 6000 series cards launched on October, 2020, and they were still releasing new SKUs as late as early 2022. So some of this series isn't even four years old, yet.

I guess the fact this enduring support has gotten so little press is partly to blame. I can't think of anyone besides Hardware Unboxed that has really invested effort into showing how much ground AMD cards have gained on NVIDIA cards over the past decade in terms of fps and optimization improvements as they age.

Hopefully they reverse this decision. I remember there was something similar with the X370 motherboards not supporting Zen 3 or something? And they walked back on that decision after customer complaints and I believe Hardware Unboxed complained as well.

 

[KaNesDeath]

I guess the fact this enduring support has gotten so little press is partly to blame. I can't think of anyone besides Hardware Unboxed that has really invested effort into showing how much ground AMD cards have gained on NVIDIA cards over the past decade in terms of fps and optimization improvements as they age.

Yeah, those independent hardware reviewers must share partial responsibility for AMD's actions.................

 

[JBSchroeds]

Makes me glad I'm on linux and the mesa drivers aren't controlled by AMD. My 6800XT should be good for years to come. For Windows users this sucks. I hope AMD gets pressured into continuing support.

 

[Slobodan]

RDNA 1, okay, I get it. But RDNA 2? That's what the current generation of consoles run on. The RX 6000 series cards launched on October, 2020, and they were still releasing new SKUs as late as early 2022. So some of this series isn't even four years old, yet.

I guess the fact this enduring support has gotten so little press is partly to blame. I can't think of anyone besides Hardware Unboxed that has really invested effort into showing how much ground AMD cards have gained on NVIDIA cards over the past decade in terms of fps and optimization improvements as they age.

Makes me glad I'm on linux and the mesa drivers aren't controlled by AMD. My 6800XT should be good for years to come. For Windows users this sucks. I hope AMD gets pressured into continuing support.

Looks like they backtracked

AMD Responds to Feedback, Keeps RX 5000 and 6000 Driver Updates Alive https://share.google/8zLetI7Pc1nqZXOy8

 

[Madmick]

Looks like they backtracked

AMD Responds to Feedback, Keeps RX 5000 and 6000 Driver Updates Alive https://share.google/8zLetI7Pc1nqZXOy8

Huh, looks like YouTubers drawing attention to an issue does have an impact on AMD's behavior. Fancy that.

Bravo, AMD.

 

[KaNesDeath]

Huh, looks like YouTubers drawing attention to an issue does have an impact on AMD's behavior. Fancy that.

Bravo, AMD.

Its a misconception when someone is the underdog that they are the sole honest player amongst their competitors. AMD has repeatedly lied and gone back on previous statements from user backlash.

An when we look at the quote from AMD's spokesperson towards Tomshardware. Its intentionally worded that both are actually entering maintenance mode. AMD's main business model moving forward is supplying and servicing datacenters.

 

[Madmick]

There's the NVIDIA fanboy we all know and love, LOL.

 

[560ti]

Looks like they backtracked

AMD Responds to Feedback, Keeps RX 5000 and 6000 Driver Updates Alive https://share.google/8zLetI7Pc1nqZXOy8

We'll see if they actually backtracked or not. The terminology they used was extremely vague ("based on market needs"), reminds me of how the lawyers in my family talk.

In 6 months, it could easily translate too "instead of having an obligation to optimize for RDNA 2, we will choose if we will do so based on ....whatever we decide at the time".

Either way a very poor look. What's especially bad about RDNA2 was people forget the first half of that generation was basically gobbled up by miners. Every single person I knew that purchased one for gaming did so in 2022-2023 which was just a few years ago. You would think a billion + dollar company would be able to rationalize that a lot of gamers who physically bought those cards for gaming did so only a few years ago.

 

[Slobodan]

We'll see if they actually backtracked or not. The terminology they used was extremely vague ("based on market needs"), reminds me of how the lawyers in my family talk.

In 6 months, it could easily translate too "instead of having an obligation to optimize for RDNA 2, we will choose if we will do so based on ....whatever we decide at the time".

Either way a very poor look. What's especially bad about RDNA2 was people forget the first half of that generation was basically gobbled up by miners. Every single person I knew that purchased one for gaming did so in 2022-2023 which was just a few years ago. You would think a billion + dollar company would be able to rationalize that a lot of gamers who physically bought those cards for gaming did so only a few years ago.

I managed to get my 6800XT in Jan or Feb of 2021 (Australia), got lucky most were sold out. I have a 7900XTX now.

 

[KaNesDeath]

There's the NVIDIA fanboy we all know and love, LOL.

You just learned the hard way why its best not to have allegiances towards any specific Pc hardware entity. All use their built up good will to swindle consumers periodically. These corporate entities dont deserve the same leeway as a family member.

 

[Madmick]

You just learned the hard way why its best not to have allegiances towards any specific Pc hardware entity. All use their built up good will to swindle consumers periodically. These corporate entities dont deserve the same leeway as a family member.

LOL, who learned what? Your ignorant ass just learned about case width clearances via CPU cooler height specifications for the first time in your life after 20+ years of PC gaming just a month ago. You're welcome.

My rig has an NVIDIA card currently, LOL.

 

[KaNesDeath]

LOL, who learned what? Your ignorant ass just learned about case width clearances via CPU cooler height specifications for the first time in your life after 20+ years of PC gaming just a month ago. You're welcome.

My rig has an NVIDIA card currently, LOL.

So begins the continued cycle of attempted rewriting while goading others into a flame war.

 

[Madmick]

So begins the continued cycle of attempted rewriting while goading others into a flame war.

LOL:

PC Post in thread 'Sherdog PC Build/Buy Thread, v6: My Power Supply Burned Down My House'

Sep 27, 2025

Its the only solution.

But hey, what the hell do i know. Im only 2/2 on hardware conflicts concerns coming true relating to this build.

You said the case was "completely the wrong PC case" to house the 5090, but it's proven perfectly adequate. So you were wrong. You initially suggested the Corsair 9000D as an alternative, a massive 82-lb case that would have only added 0.39" clearance, so it wouldn't have resolved the side panel cable cramping issue, when the ideal solution was an alternative cable with a 90 degree connector. Subsequently, you Googled "Gamers Nexus...

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PC Post in thread 'Sherdog PC Build/Buy Thread, v6: My Power Supply Burned Down My House'

Sep 14, 2025

Its completely the wrong Pc case for a 5090.

@KaNesDeath What's the issue with the case?

Airflow and width.

Okay can you please give just s couple specific examples of cases of which you'd approve?

Why bother hearing what they might be? He's made it clear has no idea what he's talking about. That's why Jeff and I are talking about manufacturer-specified air cooler clearance heights. Your 5000X is specified to support air coolers up to 170mm. This is better than knowing the width of the case because Corsair is telling you the distance between the face...

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[KaNesDeath]

LOL:

1. Bad faith interpretation.
2. Try to steer topic into personal insults.
3. Gif replies.

 

[Madmick]

1. Bad faith interpretation.
2. Try to steer topic into personal insults.
3. Gif replies.

"Bad faith interpretation". PC case width clearances are objective. Your ignorance was illuminated in the linked posts.

Must really suck for NVIDIA fanboys when AMD kills a bad headline cycle after less than 2 days by doing the right thing.

 

[KaNesDeath]

"Bad faith interpretation". PC case width clearances are objective. Your ignorance was illuminated in the linked posts.

Must really suck for NVIDIA fanboys when AMD kills a bad headline cycle after less than 2 days by doing the right thing.

Should add "Labels poster fanboy of specific companies as deflection mechanism". Unfortunately this is a relatively new trend that hasnt established itself in the pattern yet.

 

[Madmick]

Should add "Labels poster fanboy of specific companies as deflection mechanism". Unfortunately this is a relatively new trend that hasnt established itself in the pattern yet.

Or it could be, you know, that you're an NVIDIA fanboy:

Tech Post in thread 'Gaming Hardware discussion (& Hardware Sales) thread'

Mar 10, 2025

To quote Gamers Nexus;



Gamers Nexus very next point:




I'll take my victory lap now, lol:

Since this website hasnt loaded for me in the past month i'll make this quick. The 9070XT performance results are bad. Its basically a mid-tier Nvidia 3000 for $600 in 2025. When the 3070 cost around $500 in November of 2022.

Only users who should be buying this are those on 2000 series and lower Nvidia GPU's. However those who...

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[My Spot]

Newegg (sold and shipped by Newegg) has refurbished 5070s for $450.

 

[KaNesDeath]

Newegg (sold and shipped by Newegg) has refurbished 5070s for $450.

From past experience i advise against ordering refurbished items from Newegg, lol.