# \#hardware **URL:** https://www.starzen.space/tag/hardware/53.md [Latest](https://www.starzen.space/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.starzen.space/categories.md) · [Tags](https://www.starzen.space/tags.md) --- ## [This Alienware Cost $6000 A Decade Ago](https://www.starzen.space/t/this-alienware-cost-6000-a-decade-ago/40240)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 1:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/this-alienware-cost-6000-a-decade-ago/40240 "2026-10-28T13:21:22Z")
The video reviews a decade-old Alienware Area 51 gaming PC, highlighting its powerful original specs, solid gaming performance with Cyberpunk 2077, and notable design features despite outdated elements and … --- ## [AMD Expands FSR 4.1 Support to Radeon RX 6000, Handhelds and Consoles](https://www.starzen.space/t/amd-expands-fsr-4-1-support-to-radeon-rx-6000-handhelds-and-consoles/40231)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 1:03am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/amd-expands-fsr-4-1-support-to-radeon-rx-6000-handhelds-and-consoles/40231 "2026-10-28T01:03:34Z")
AMD Expands FSR 4.1 Support to Radeon RX 6000, Handhelds and Consoles AMD is broadening availability of its FidelityFX Super Resolution 4.1 upscaling technology to more desktop, laptop, handheld and console hardware, … --- ## [Your Router Spies On You. It's Time to Build Your Own | DIY Router Guide](https://www.starzen.space/t/your-router-spies-on-you-its-time-to-build-your-own-diy-router-guide/40204)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 6:33pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/your-router-spies-on-you-its-time-to-build-your-own-diy-router-guide/40204 "2026-10-26T18:33:26Z")
The video advocates building a DIY router using repurposed computer hardware to enhance privacy, control, and customization of home networks, highlighting popular open-source router OS options and addressin… --- ## [DF Direct Weekly #287: Xbox Helix $1200-$1800? BioWare Shut, FSR 4 RDNA 2 + Xbox, Sony Frame Gen!](https://www.starzen.space/t/df-direct-weekly-287-xbox-helix-1200-1800-bioware-shut-fsr-4-rdna-2-xbox-sony-frame-gen/40199)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2026, 4:25pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/df-direct-weekly-287-xbox-helix-1200-1800-bioware-shut-fsr-4-rdna-2-xbox-sony-frame-gen/40199 "2026-10-26T16:25:36Z")
In DF Direct Weekly #287, the team discusses Microsoft’s rumored high-priced Xbox Helix handheld slated for 2027, BioWare’s closure and the cancellation of the next Mass Effect game, AMD’s release of FSR 4.… --- ## [5 Years Later, Radeon Finally Delivers - FSR 4.1 on RDNA 2 Tested](https://www.starzen.space/t/5-years-later-radeon-finally-delivers-fsr-4-1-on-rdna-2-tested/40162)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2026, 10:21am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/5-years-later-radeon-finally-delivers-fsr-4-1-on-rdna-2-tested/40162 "2026-10-24T10:21:17Z")
AMD has finally released FSR 4.1 support for RDNA 2 GPUs, significantly improving performance and image quality for Radeon RX 6000 series users by optimizing the model to use int8 precision, delivering near… --- ## [PS6: If It's Already Expensive, Why Not Increase GPU Size For A Small Cost?](https://www.starzen.space/t/ps6-if-its-already-expensive-why-not-increase-gpu-size-for-a-small-cost/40122)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 5:20pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/ps6-if-its-already-expensive-why-not-increase-gpu-size-for-a-small-cost/40122 "2026-10-22T17:20:14Z")
The discussion highlights that despite rising console costs, increasing GPU size is constrained by factors like power, cooling, manufacturing complexity, and the need to keep prices affordable, making large… --- ## [RTX 5090 NOT Discontinued Says Nvidia - But Pricing/Availability Completely Out Of Control](https://www.starzen.space/t/rtx-5090-not-discontinued-says-nvidia-but-pricing-availability-completely-out-of-control/40121)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 4:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/rtx-5090-not-discontinued-says-nvidia-but-pricing-availability-completely-out-of-control/40121 "2026-10-22T16:21:32Z")
Nvidia has denied discontinuing the RTX 5090 despite severe supply constraints and skyrocketing prices driven by strong demand from both AI professionals and gamers, making the card largely inaccessible to … --- ## [The DREAM AIR Just Changed VR In STAR CITIZEN](https://www.starzen.space/t/the-dream-air-just-changed-vr-in-star-citizen/40188)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 1:25pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/the-dream-air-just-changed-vr-in-star-citizen/40188 "2026-10-22T13:25:10Z")
ROBOTBOY reviews the lightweight and comfortable Pimax Dream Air VR headset, highlighting its suitability for extended Star Citizen gameplay with immersive visuals and ease of use. He praises the headset’s … --- ## [NVIDIA RTX Spark: Not For You](https://www.starzen.space/t/nvidia-rtx-spark-not-for-you/40092)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 1:20pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/nvidia-rtx-spark-not-for-you/40092 "2026-10-21T13:20:32Z")
The Asus ProArt P16 laptop featuring Nvidia’s new ARM-based RTX Spark chip delivers impressive efficiency, premium design, and promising AI capabilities but suffers from software compatibility issues, incon… --- ## [GeForce Could Be Slowing You Down, Nvidia CPU Overhead Update](https://www.starzen.space/t/geforce-could-be-slowing-you-down-nvidia-cpu-overhead-update/40086)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 10:21am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/geforce-could-be-slowing-you-down-nvidia-cpu-overhead-update/40086 "2026-10-21T10:21:58Z")
The video reveals that Nvidia’s GeForce GPUs, including the RTX 5070 Ti, exhibit higher CPU overhead compared to Radeon GPUs, leading to reduced performance on older or less powerful CPUs, especially at low… --- ## [DF Direct Weekly #286: Xbox Ally X20 Tested, DLSS Frame Gen/DLSS 5 Perf Boost, Epic All-In On AI](https://www.starzen.space/t/df-direct-weekly-286-xbox-ally-x20-tested-dlss-frame-gen-dlss-5-perf-boost-epic-all-in-on-ai/40051)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 3:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/df-direct-weekly-286-xbox-ally-x20-tested-dlss-frame-gen-dlss-5-perf-boost-epic-all-in-on-ai/40051 "2026-10-19T15:21:52Z")
In this edition of DF Direct Weekly, the team reviews Nvidia’s new DLSS frame generation preset offering a trade-off between performance and quality, tests the Asus ROG Xbox Ally X20 handheld PC with its OL… --- ## [HW News - NVIDIA's $7000 RTX Spark Laptop, RIP RTX 5090, GTA VI PC Launch, CPU Price Hike](https://www.starzen.space/t/hw-news-nvidias-7000-rtx-spark-laptop-rip-rtx-5090-gta-vi-pc-launch-cpu-price-hike/40033)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2026, 2:02pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/hw-news-nvidias-7000-rtx-spark-laptop-rip-rtx-5090-gta-vi-pc-launch-cpu-price-hike/40033 "2026-10-18T14:02:42Z")
This week’s hardware news covers Nvidia’s costly RTX Spark laptops criticized for limited practical use, rising CPU and GPU prices amid supply constraints and delayed next-gen releases, alongside SoftBank’s… --- ## [Nvidia Is Lying To You](https://www.starzen.space/t/nvidia-is-lying-to-you/40024)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2026, 12:04am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/nvidia-is-lying-to-you/40024 "2026-10-18T00:04:08Z")
Mutahar exposes how Nvidia’s focus on selling high-end GPUs to AI companies and data centers has driven up prices and limited availability for gamers, making powerful graphics cards like the RTX 5090 prohib… --- ## [Was Nvidia's GeForce RTX 4090 Good or Bad, Knowing What We Know Now?](https://www.starzen.space/t/was-nvidias-geforce-rtx-4090-good-or-bad-knowing-what-we-know-now/40011)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 17, 2026, 10:20am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/was-nvidias-geforce-rtx-4090-good-or-bad-knowing-what-we-know-now/40011 "2026-10-17T10:20:56Z")
In this Hardware Unboxed Q&A, the hosts discuss topics including GTA 6’s performance expectations, the aging of Nvidia and AMD GPUs, and conclude that the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 remains a top-performing bu… --- ## [This Was The Best Mid-Rage GPU Of All Time!](https://www.starzen.space/t/this-was-the-best-mid-rage-gpu-of-all-time/39966)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2026, 10:21am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/this-was-the-best-mid-rage-gpu-of-all-time/39966 "2026-10-15T10:21:10Z")
In this Hardware Unboxed Q&A, Steve and Tim discuss GPU value, highlighting the AMD RX 480 and RX 580 as the best mainstream mid-range cards due to their performance and affordability, while also addressing… --- ## [My mouse died when ending stream #starcitizen #shorts #fail #robertspaceindustries #squadron42](https://www.starzen.space/t/my-mouse-died-when-ending-stream-starcitizen-shorts-fail-robertspaceindustries-squadron42/39935)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 5:08am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/my-mouse-died-when-ending-stream-starcitizen-shorts-fail-robertspaceindustries-squadron42/39935 "2026-10-14T05:08:37Z")
The streamer attempts to end their session but is halted when their mouse unexpectedly dies, leaving them unable to control the stream and unsure how to proceed. Despite frustrations and technical challenge… --- ## [DDR3 Rides Again, ft. Wendell of Level1 Techs](https://www.starzen.space/t/ddr3-rides-again-ft-wendell-of-level1-techs/39843)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2026, 9:28pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/ddr3-rides-again-ft-wendell-of-level1-techs/39843 "2026-10-10T21:28:36Z")
In the video, Wendell from Level1 Techs highlights the continued practicality and vibrant secondary market of older DDR3 and Xeon V3/V4 hardware for uses like home labs, DIY routers, and budget builds, desp… --- ## [HW News - Discord Age Verification Fail, 5090s Too Valuable for RMA, Jensen is Just Like Us](https://www.starzen.space/t/hw-news-discord-age-verification-fail-5090s-too-valuable-for-rma-jensen-is-just-like-us/39751)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2026, 3:08am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/hw-news-discord-age-verification-fail-5090s-too-valuable-for-rma-jensen-is-just-like-us/39751 "2026-10-07T03:08:57Z")
The video covers recent tech news including Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s remarks on AI replacing basic skills, AMD’s $8.2 billion acquisition of AI firm World Labs, and ongoing issues with Nvidia RTX 5090 GPU … --- ## [STAR CITIZEN | Nyx will FRY Your GPU❗ 😁](https://www.starzen.space/t/star-citizen-nyx-will-fry-your-gpu/39746)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 9:46pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/star-citizen-nyx-will-fry-your-gpu/39746 "2026-10-06T21:46:01Z")
The video highlights Star Citizen’s Planet Tech V5 on the Nyx planet as highly demanding and poorly optimized, causing even high-end GPUs like the RTX 5070 Ti to overheat and struggle with performance despi… --- ## [Your GPU vs Star Citizen’s New Planet Tech v5](https://www.starzen.space/t/your-gpu-vs-star-citizen-s-new-planet-tech-v5/39733)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 4:44pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/your-gpu-vs-star-citizen-s-new-planet-tech-v5/39733 "2026-10-06T16:44:00Z")
The video reviews Star Citizen’s new Planet Tech V5, highlighting improved CPU efficiency and significantly increased GPU demands, with a mid-range RTX 5070 Ti handling the enhanced visuals and detailed env… --- ## [Dream Air SE: Small Size Big Features | Star Citizen VR](https://www.starzen.space/t/dream-air-se-small-size-big-features-star-citizen-vr/39663)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2026, 1:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/dream-air-se-small-size-big-features-star-citizen-vr/39663 "2026-10-03T13:21:23Z")
The Pimax Dream Air SE is a compact, lightweight mid-range VR headset offering high-resolution micro OLED displays, improved comfort, built-in eye tracking, and reliable inside-out tracking, making it a str… --- ## [Gears of War: E-Day | 44 GPU Benchmark](https://www.starzen.space/t/gears-of-war-e-day-44-gpu-benchmark/39660)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2026, 11:21am UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/gears-of-war-e-day-44-gpu-benchmark/39660 "2026-10-03T11:21:46Z")
The video provides an extensive benchmark of 44 GPUs running Gears of War: E-Day, highlighting the RTX 5090’s top performance across resolutions and the importance of upscaling technologies like DLSS and FS… --- ## [CUT HERE to ACTIVATE FIREWALL | Hacking Hardware at Noisebridge](https://www.starzen.space/t/cut-here-to-activate-firewall-hacking-hardware-at-noisebridge/39652)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 9:37pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/cut-here-to-activate-firewall-hacking-hardware-at-noisebridge/39652 "2026-10-02T21:37:09Z")
The video showcases Noisebridge, a volunteer-run anarchist hacker and maker space in San Francisco that promotes community learning, digital privacy, and decentralization through access to diverse tools and… --- ## [Project Helix + PS6 GPU TFLOPs Leaked - But What Does It Mean?](https://www.starzen.space/t/project-helix-ps6-gpu-tflops-leaked-but-what-does-it-mean/39627)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 4:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/project-helix-ps6-gpu-tflops-leaked-but-what-does-it-mean/39627 "2026-10-01T16:21:41Z")
The video analyzes leaked rumors suggesting the PS6 will have a 40 teraflop GPU while Microsoft’s Project Helix may reach 56 teraflops, but emphasizes that raw teraflop numbers are less indicative of real-w… --- ## [A/V Guide for PC Enthusiasts \[PART 1\] - Ghetto Modding](https://www.starzen.space/t/a-v-guide-for-pc-enthusiasts-part-1-ghetto-modding/39560)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2026, 2:46pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/a-v-guide-for-pc-enthusiasts-part-1-ghetto-modding/39560 "2026-09-28T14:46:53Z")
In this video, the creator builds a media PC focused on high-quality audio and video by integrating a Minis Forum TH50 mini PC with a premium Sound Blaster AE9 sound card using an external PCIe dock, employ… --- ## [Faffalaffing](https://www.starzen.space/t/faffalaffing/39432)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2026, 12:27pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/faffalaffing/39432 "2026-09-21T12:27:55Z")
The video covers technical modifications to a PS5 mining board to enhance Star Citizen’s performance, discusses ongoing community concerns about the game’s slow development and communication, and reviews a … --- ## [Where Next For DLSS If DLSS 5 Isn't About Enhancing Performance?](https://www.starzen.space/t/where-next-for-dlss-if-dlss-5-isnt-about-enhancing-performance/39410)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 5:20pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/where-next-for-dlss-if-dlss-5-isnt-about-enhancing-performance/39410 "2026-09-18T17:20:45Z")
The discussion explores the future of Nvidia’s DLSS technology beyond performance enhancement, highlighting potential directions such as latency reduction through integration with Nvidia Reflex, creative ne… --- ## [Is the Steam Frame Right for Space/Flight/Racing Sim Players](https://www.starzen.space/t/is-the-steam-frame-right-for-space-flight-racing-sim-players/39405)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 3:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/is-the-steam-frame-right-for-space-flight-racing-sim-players/39405 "2026-09-18T15:21:37Z")
Daniel Raymond from Ray’s Guide critiques Valve’s Steam Frame VR headset as being overpriced and ill-suited for space, flight, and racing sim players due to its standalone hardware limitations and high cost… --- ## [Should You Buy VR for Star Citizen Now - Steam Frame vs Pimax Crystal Super](https://www.starzen.space/t/should-you-buy-vr-for-star-citizen-now-steam-frame-vs-pimax-crystal-super/39404)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 2:21pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/should-you-buy-vr-for-star-citizen-now-steam-frame-vs-pimax-crystal-super/39404 "2026-09-18T14:21:09Z")
The video compares the wireless Steam Frame and the tethered Pimax Crystal Super VR headsets for Star Citizen, recommending the Crystal Super for serious sim pilots due to its superior visual fidelity and z… --- ## [We have to talk about dlss 5](https://www.starzen.space/t/we-have-to-talk-about-dlss-5/39377)
**Author:** [@StarZenBot](https://www.starzen.space/u/StarZenBot)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 5:44pm UTC](https://www.starzen.space/t/we-have-to-talk-about-dlss-5/39377 "2026-09-16T17:44:59Z")
The video examines Nvidia’s DLSS 5 technology, highlighting its potential to enhance game visuals like in Crimson Desert through AI neural rendering, while cautioning about its high hardware demands, early-… [Next page](https://www.starzen.space/tag/hardware/53.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=hardware)