Paul Alcorn

Paul Alcorn

Managing Editor: News and Emerging Tech

As a teenager, Paul scraped up enough money to buy a 486-powered PC with a turbo button (yes, a turbo button). Back when floppies were still popular he was already chasing after the fastest spinners for his personal computer, which led him down the long and winding storage road, covering enterprise storage. His current focus is on consumer processors, though he still keeps a close eye on the latest storage news. In his spare time, you’ll find Paul hanging out with his kids or indulging his love of the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals.

Articles by: Paul Alcorn

Intel logo

Intel shares Microsoft's new AI PC definition, launches AI PC Acceleration Programs and Core Ultra Meteor Lake NUC developer kits at AI conference

By Paul Alcorn published

Intel announced it is launching new Meteor Lake developer kits and expanding its AI PC Acceleration Program with new options for ISVs and IHVs.

Phison

Phison's new software uses SSDs and DRAM to boost effective memory for AI training — demos a single workstation running a massive 70 billion parameter model at GTC 2024

By Paul Alcorn published

Phison claims this is the world's first workstation that can run a 70B Llama 2 model.

Astera Labs

Working PCIe 6.0 connectivity demoed at GTC — Astera Labs' Aries retimers currently power Nvidia's HGX systems with eight H100 GPUs, likely future Blackwell systems, too

By Paul Alcorn published

Astera Labs demoed working PCIe 6.0 connectivity using its Aries retimers that power Nvidia GPU platforms, among others.

MCRDIMM

Micron shows massive 256GB DDR5-8800 memory sticks — High-capacity double-height 20-watt MCRDIMM modules come in different flavors

By Anton Shilov published

Micron demonstrates 256 GB DDR5-8800 MCRDIMM modules for Intel's Granite Rapids processors.

Samsung

Samsung details petabyte SSD subscription service, uses custom-built servers

By Anton Shilov published

Samsung's PBSSD as a Service will use custom-built servers and will be available to service providers.

Intel Ohio progress

Intel awarded $8.5 billion in funding for building chipmaking fabs - CHIPS Act funding to boost US semiconductor manufacturing

By Paul Alcorn, Andrew E. Freedman published

Intel also gets a 25% tax credit for up to $100 billion.

Nvidia

Nvidia's generative AI tool delivers a radical 60X performance boost for chipmakers - TSMC and Synopsys are now using the cuLitho software in production

By Paul Alcorn published

Nvidia announced that TSMC and Synopsys have begun using the performance-boosting cuLitho software in production.

Core i9-14900KS

Intel Core i9-14900KS Review: The Last Core i9 Hits Record 6.2 GHz at Stock Settings

By Paul Alcorn published

6.2 GHz and a whole lotta power draw.

AMD Ryzen 5 8600G

AMD Ryzen 5 8600G review — the new value iGPU gaming champion

By Paul Alcorn published

We put AMD's new $229 Ryzen 5 8600G "Phoenix" chip through our test suite to see how it ranks against the Intel competition and its own pricier sibling, the Ryzen 7 8700G.

Intel

Intel puts 1nm process (10A) on the roadmap for 2027 — also plans for fully AI-automated factories with 'Cobots'

By Paul Alcorn published

Intel shared an updated production roadmap that has its 1nm (10A) process arriving in late 2027. The company also outlined its intention to fully automate its fabs with AI 'cobots'

Intel

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger: I hope to build chips for Lisa Su and AMD

By Paul Alcorn published

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger told us he is willing to build chips for anyone, including Lisa Su of AMD.

IFS Direct Connect 2024

Intel announces new roadmap at IFS Direct Connect 2024: New 14A node, Clearwater Forest taped-in, five nodes in four years remains on track

By Paul Alcorn published

IFS now has a full roster of technologies and partners for its foundry business.

Intel Stu Pann and Foundry (composite image)

Intel Foundry Services Head Stu Pann explains company's plan to build Arm chips, move more manufacturing to the U.S.

By Paul Alcorn published

We sat down with the person in charge of Intel's Foundries to find out how the company plans to build out its manufacturing capabilities.

Ryzen 7 8700G

AMD Ryzen 7 8700G Review — 1080p-Capable Gaming Comes to Integrated Graphics

By Paul Alcorn published

We put AMD's new $329 Ryzen 7 8700G and $229 Ryzen 5 8600G "Phoenix" chips through our test suite to see how they rank against the Intel competition.

Intel logo

Intel and UMC team up on chip manufacturing — Intel will produce jointly developed new 12nm process node in its US fabs

By Paul Alcorn published

Intel and UMC have announced a partnership that will see UMC's 12nm tech used to produce chips in Intel's fabs.

Taki Udon on YouTube holding the MIG-Switch Flash Cart above some resting Switch Game Carts.

The era of Nintendo Switch Flash Carts has arrived, potentially opening a new door for piracy

By Christopher Harper published

The first Nintendo Switch flash cart from MIG-Switch has arrived, but brings with it concerns for legitimate gamers buying used Switch titles in the future.

Ryzen 7000

AMD removes Taiwan branding from CPUs, says change wasn't made to appease China

By Paul Alcorn published

AMD will no longer mark its chips as made in Taiwan, a change that many theorize was made at the behest of China.

Patriot CKD DDR5

Patriot developing high-speed DDR5 RAM that guarantees speeds up to DDR5-7200 regardless of CPU IMC quality — unlocks higher overclocking potential, too

By Zhiye Liu published

Patriot prepares high-frequency DDR5 memory with a memory clock driver (CKD) that promises ample compatibility.

Lexar SL500 with Magsafe

Lexar readies three portable SSDs for release in Q1 2024

By Roshan Ashraf Shaikh published

During CES 2024, Lexar showcased three portable SSDs catering to different users with different needs.

DeskMeet X600

ASRock launches new mini-PCs for AMD's latest Ryzen CPUs — DeskMeet, DeskMini, and Jupiter arrive with X600 chipset and USB4 support

By Anton Shilov published

ASRock's DeskMeet X600, DeskMini X600, and Jupiter X600 support AMD's AM5 processors and USB4.

Patriot

Patriot demos Viper PV573 SSD: up to 14 GB/s with blower fan design

By Anton Shilov published

Patriot showcases its flagship Viper PV573 SSD that boasts with 14 GB/s sequential read speed, but needs a massive cooler with external power.

Patriot Group showcasing three external during CES 2024

Patriot shows off three external SSDs, including a USB 4 drive with speeds topping 3.7 GB/s

By Roshan Ashraf Shaikh published

Patriot is ready to provide newer USB external SSDs for 2024, with hopes to cover every potential market, price and performance segment.

ASRock

ASRock preps Sub-$200 B650 motherboard for gamers and enthusiasts

By Anton Shilov published

ASRock's B650 Steel Legend Wi-Fi combines enthusiast-grade features with affordable price.

ASRock

ASRock's $200 Mini-ITX motherboard to support Intel Core i9-14900K

By Anton Shilov published

ASRock's Phantom Gaming B760I Lightning Wi-Fi to support premium features at mainstream price.

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ASRock unveils trio of Wi-Fi-enabled 27-inch Phantom Gaming monitors — IPS and OLED panels maxing out at 520 Hz

By Brandon Hill published

The new Phantom Gaming monitors cover FHD and QHD resolutions and are available with IPS or OLED panels.

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