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  • AMD Brings Back AM4 With Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Edition, Bundled With Premium Thermal Pad for $349

    AMD Brings Back AM4 With Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Edition, Bundled With Premium Thermal Pad for $349

    AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D 10th Anniversary Edition

    AMD has relaunched the legendary Ryzen 7 5800X3D as a 10th Anniversary Edition in 2026, celebrating a decade of the AM4 platform. This special release brings back the same powerful gaming CPU from 2022, now bundled with a new cooling solution called the Carbice Ice Pad.

    Key Specifications

    • 8 cores, 16 threads
    • 96 MB of L3 cache with 3D V-Cache
    • Boost clock up to 4.5 GHz
    • AM4 socket, compatible with 400 and 500 series motherboards
    • Price: $349 USD
    • Availability: June 25, 2026

    What’s New in the Anniversary Edition?

    The processor itself is unchanged from the original 2022 model, but AMD has added a new thermal solution:

    • Carbice Ice Pad – a carbon nanotube thermal pad that replaces traditional thermal paste.
    • Peel-and-stick installation for easy setup.
    • Long-term cooling stability without the need for re-pasting.

    Performance Highlights

    Even in 2026, the Ryzen 7 5800X3D remains one of the fastest gaming CPUs for DDR4 systems. AMD claims it delivers higher frame rates compared to Intel’s Core i9-14900K when both use DDR4 memory. Popular titles such as Cyberpunk 2077 and Battlefield 6 show consistently strong results.

    Why AMD Brought It Back

    • Affordability – DDR5 memory and AM5 upgrades are expensive, so this chip offers a cheaper upgrade path.
    • Community Demand – Gamers loved the 5800X3D and wanted it back after it was discontinued.
    • AM4 Longevity – Marks 10 years of AM4 support, giving budget-conscious users more options.

    Trade-Offs

    • It’s the same silicon as 2022, no performance uplift.
    • Limited to DDR4, which is aging compared to DDR5.
    • No stock cooler included, aftermarket cooling is required.

    Related Launch: Ryzen 7 7700X3D

    Alongside the Anniversary Edition, AMD also introduced the Ryzen 7 7700X3D for AM5. It offers Zen 4 architecture, 8 cores, 16 threads, and 96 MB of L3 cache at $329 USD, making it a strong entry point into AM5.

    Conclusion

    The Ryzen 7 5800X3D Anniversary Edition is a nostalgic yet practical release. It’s perfect for gamers who want top-tier performance on AM4 without the high cost of moving to AM5. However, new builders may find the Ryzen 7 7700X3D a smarter long-term choice.

  • Samsung Galaxy S26 series debuts with customizable privacy display and refreshed earbuds

    Samsung Galaxy S26 series debuts with customizable privacy display and refreshed earbuds

    Samsung’s New Galaxy Lineup
    Samsung has announced its latest phones and earbuds, opening pre-orders today for the Galaxy S26 series and Galaxy Buds 4. Both will officially launch on March 11. The update is significant because Samsung has made big changes to storage, hardware, and privacy features, setting a new standard for the Galaxy S line.
    Galaxy S26 Phones
    The S26 family includes three models: Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra. All now start with 256GB of storage, double last year’s base option. Each uses a new chip built for faster performance and AI-powered features.

    • S26: Slightly larger battery (4,300 mAh vs. 4,000 mAh).
    • S26 Plus: Faster wireless charging.
    • S26 Ultra: Better cameras and faster charging, still priced at $1,299.


    Pricing and Release
    The S26 and S26 Plus are each $100 more expensive than last year’s models, now priced at $899 and $1,099. Pre-orders are open today, with launch on March 11.


    Privacy and AI Features
    A new customizable privacy screen lets users hide specific on-screen elements—like notifications or password fields—from people looking over their shoulder. This replaces the old one-size-fits-all privacy filters with a more flexible option.


    Galaxy Buds 4
    Samsung also introduced the Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro.
    – Buds 4: Budget option, semi-open design without rubber tips, up to 6 hours of use plus 30 hours from the case.
    – Buds 4 Pro: Premium option, rubber tips, up to 7 hours of use plus 30 hours from the case.
    Other Products
    Samsung didn’t mention an S26 Edge model, leaving its future unclear. The company usually unveils new Galaxy Watches and foldable phones in the summer, so another launch event is expected later this year.


    Galaxy Ring Update
    The Galaxy Ring, introduced in 2024, is caught in legal disputes. Oura has sued Samsung for patent infringement, and Samsung has countersued. Similar lawsuits against other smart-ring makers add uncertainty to the Ring’s future.
    Overall
    Samsung is making flagship-level features—larger storage, AI-ready chips, and advanced privacy controls—standard across the Galaxy S line, while continuing to offer earbuds that balance price, fit, and battery life
    Specs :

     

    Galaxy S26 Series Specifications

      Galaxy S26 Galaxy S26+ Galaxy S26 Ultra
    Chipset Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5/Exynos 2600 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5/Exynos 2600 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
    CPU Snapdragon: Octa-core (2×4.74 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6×3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M)

     

    Exynos: 10-core (1×3.80GHz C1-Ultra & 3×3.25GHz C1-Pro & 6×2.75GHz C1-Pro)

    Snapdragon: Octa-core (2×4.74 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6×3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M)

     

    Exynos: 10-core (1×3.80GHz C1-Ultra & 3×3.25GHz C1-Pro & 6×2.75GHz C1-Pro)

    Octa-core (2×4.74 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6×3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M)
    GPU Snapdragon: Adreno 840

     

    Exynos: Xclipse 960

    Snapdragon: Adreno 840

     

    Exynos: Xclipse 960

    Adreno 840
    OS Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5 Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.5 One UI 8.5, Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades
    Supported Networks 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, 5G 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, 5G 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, 5G
    Display 6.3 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak) 6.7 inches, 1440 x 3120 pixels, Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak) 6.9 inches, 1440 x 3120 pixels, Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 2600 nits (peak)
    RAM 12 GB 12 GB 12 GB, 16 GB
    Storage  256 GB, 512 GB  256 GB, 512 GB 256 GB, 512 GB, 1TB
    Card Slot No No no
    Main Camera 50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
    10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom
    12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55″ 1.4µm, Super Steady video
    50 MP, f/1.8, 24mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
    10 MP, f/2.4, 67mm (telephoto), 1/3.94″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom
    12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.55″ 1.4µm, Super Steady video
     200 MP, f/1.4, 24mm (wide), 1/1.3″, 0.6µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS
    10 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), 1/3.94″, 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom
    50 MP, f/2.9, 111mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.52″, 0.7µm, PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom
    50 MP, f/1.9, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.5″, 0.7µm, dual pixel PDAF, Super Steady video
    Front Camera 12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2″, 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF         12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2″, 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF 12 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/3.2″, 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF
    Colors White, Blue, Black, Purple White, Blue, Black, Purple White, Blue, Black, Purple
    Fingerprint sensor Ultrasonic, under display Ultrasonic, under display Ultrasonic, under display
    Battery Li-Ion 4300 mAh
    25W wired, PD3.0
    25W wireless (Qi2.2)
    4.5W reverse wireless
    Li-Ion 4900 mAh
    45W wired, PD3.0
    25W wireless (Qi2.2)
    4.5W reverse wireless
    Li-Ion 5000 mAh
    60W wired, PD3.0, 75% in 30 min
    25W wireless (Qi2.2)
    4.5W reverse wireless