The Made by Google Event showcased us the fleet of Pixel phones, the Pixel watch, and the new Pixel Buds Pro 2. This article will particularly focus on the new TWS by Google which arrives with a Tensor A1 chip, better noise cancellation, and more. Without further ado, let’s get straight into the specs, features, and expected price of the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 in Nepal.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Overview
Design and Build
Starting with the design, the Pixel Buds Pro 2 bears a resemblance to the original Pixel Buds Pro. However, the new buds are lighter and smaller by 27%. You get ear fins for a tighter fit during your exercise sessions. For that, one can just simply twist the buds. Color-wise, Google ships the Pixel Buds 2 Pro in four colors: Porcelain, Hazel, Wintergreen, and Peony.
Audio, ANC, and AI
Blasting the audio here are the 11m dynamic audio drivers. You get spatial audio with head tracking. It is accompanied by the Tensor A1 chip which runs 90 times faster than the speed of sound as per Google. So, this AI chip can add an additional signal path for music without the interference of the ANC mode. As a result, having turned on the ANC mode won’t hamper the audio quality, which is a general case with some earbuds.
These buds also come with updated Clear Calling algorithms with better call quality. Even in the real world, when you are talking to a real person in front of you. the buds can automatically pause the music and turn on transparency mode as soon as it hear your voice. Other than that, you can also chat with Gemini AI using hands-free voice commands.
In terms of battery life, the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 can go on for up to 8 hours with ANC turned on. Altogether, it is rated for up to 30 hours with the charging case. Connectivity-wise, it runs on Bluetooth 5.4 with LE and multi-device connectivity support. Moreover, the Pixel Buds app, its companion app offers you a full 5-band EQ for your tailored needs. While you can use Find My Device to precisely locate your Pixel Buds Pro 2 or just ring them when you are close.
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Specifications
Design: In-ear, IP54-rated
Dimensions:
Buds: 22.74mm x 23.08mm x 17.03mm
Case: 49.9 mm x 63.3 mm x 25.00 mm
Weight: 4.7 grams (Buds), 65 grams (Case)
Sound Driver: 11 mm dynamic
Noise Cancellation: Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
Connectivity: Bluetooth v5.4
Codecs: SBC, AAC
Battery: Up to 8 hours (ANC on), Up to 12 Hours (ANC Off), Up to 48 hours (with the case)
Charging: Via USB Type-C or Qi Wireless
Features: Touch controls, Voice Controls, Auto Switch (Multi-device connection), Spatial Audio, Gemini AI
Color Options: Porcelain, Wintergreen, Hazel and Peony
Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Price in Nepal and Availability
In the US, the pricing of the Pixel Buds Pro 2 is USD 229. We expect the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Pro in Nepal to be NPR 35,999 when it launches here.
Google has introduced the Pixel 9 Pro, marking an update from the previous Pixel 8 Pro. The Pixel 9 Pro features several improvements over its predecessor, including a new processor and enhanced memory. In this article, we will look into the latest Google Pixel 9 Pro, including its expected price in Nepal and full specifications.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Overview
Display and Design
Google Pixel 9 Pro features a 6.3-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. While this display is slightly smaller than the Pixel 8 Pro’s 6.7-inch screen, it maintains high refresh rate capabilities. Now, the Google Pixel 9 Pro also features an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor.
The Pixel 9 Pro is compact with an IP68 rating, measuring 6 x 2.8 x 0.3 inches and weighing 199 grams, making it lighter compared to the Pixel 8 Pro. Getting into the design, the Pixel 9 Pro comes with a different look. Featuring a flat frame, it comes with aluminum frames on the side, with Gorilla Victus 2 protecting both the front and back. Similarly, the iconic camera bar is now replaced with a pill-shaped bar with rounded edges.
Battery and Charging
The Pixel 9 Pro is equipped with a 4,700 mAh battery and supports 45W wired and 15W wireless charging. Although its battery size is smaller than the 5,050 mAh battery found in the Pixel 8 Pro, the Pixel 9 Pro offers faster wired charging. Both models support wireless charging, with the Pixel 9 Pro providing 15W charging compared to the Pixel 8 Pro’s 13W.
Advanced Camera System
The Pixel 9 Pro features a comprehensive camera system, including a 50 MP main camera, a 48 MP ultrawide lens, and a 48 MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. This setup includes an extra telephoto lens not found in the standard Pixel 9, which has a 50 MP main camera, and a 48 MP ultrawide lens, and lacks telephoto capability. The front-facing camera on the Pixel 9 Pro is upgraded to 42 MP, compared to the 10.5 MP front camera on the Pixel 9.
Powered by the Google Tensor G4 processor, the Pixel 9 Pro includes 16 GB of RAM, which is an improvement over the Pixel 9’s 12 GB. The Pixel 9 Pro offers storage options of 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, and 1 TB.
Launching with Android 14, the Pixel 9 Pro will receive seven years of OS and security updates.
Operating System: Android 14, Seven years of OS and security updates
Google Pixel 9 Pro Price in Nepal and Availablity
The Google Pixel 9 Pro starts at USD 999 and is available in Porcelain, Rose Quartz, Hazel, and Obsidian colorways. If and when it makes it here, we expect the Google Pixel 9 Pro price in Nepal to start at NPR 160,000.
Google has finally announced the Pixel 9 smartphone, bringing several updates from its predecessor, the Pixel 8. This phone was launched alongside numerous other devices including a smartwatch, foldable, and the Pro and Pro XL versions. In this article, we will discuss everything about the latest Google Pixel 9, including its expected price in Nepal and full specifications.
Google Pixel 9 Overview
A New Design
Compared to the flagship Pixel 9 Pro, the Google Pixel 9 has the same dimensions of 152.8 x 72.0 x 8.5 mm and weighs 198g. The Pixel 9 features a flat design with a matte aluminum frame and glossy rear glass, differing from the more curved design of the Pixel 8. Additionally, the rear camera strip is now separate from the side frame and protrudes from the back, similar to the Pixel Fold. In contrast, the Pixel 8 had a curved side frame and back glass with a continuous camera strip.
Display Improvements
The Google Pixel 9 sports a 6.3-inch OLED display, slightly larger than the Pixel 8’s 6.2-inch screen. It offers a peak brightness of 2700 nits, an increase from the Pixel 8’s 2000 nits. The Pixel 9 also supports a variable refresh rate of 60-120Hz.
The Pixel 9 upgrades to an ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, replacing the optical sensor found in the Pixel 8.
Performance and Software
Equipped with the new Google Tensor G4 chipset, the Google Pixel 9 has 12GB of RAM, a step up from the Pixel 8’s Tensor G3 chipset and 8GB of RAM. It run Android 14 and will receive updates through Android 15. However, the Pixel 9 is expected to offer better performance due to its newer hardware.
Camera Upgrades
The Google Pixel 9 introduces a 48MP ultra-wide camera with a f/1.7 aperture, enhancing low-light performance and field of view. This is a notable upgrade from the Pixel 8’s 12MP ultra-wide camera with an f/2.2 aperture. The main camera remains the same 50MP sensor in both models, though the Pixel 9 benefits from updated software features.
The Pixel 9 is available in Obsidian, Porcelain, Wintergreen, and Peony. It currently starts at USD 800 for the base trim. If and when it makes it here, we expect the Google Pixel 9 to start at no less than NPR 135,000.
Infinix made waves a little while back by bringing MagSafe-like wireless charging technology into the affordable space. The same company recently launched a regular tablet for which there wasn’t much buzz about. However, we will be highlighting the Infinix XPAD more in this article while also discussing what its price in Nepal might be.
Infinix XPAD Overview
Design and Display
The Infinix XPAD comes in a dual-tone design where the majority of the tablet has a regular matte finish. However, the top portion of the tablet has interesting circular patterns going through it. The tablet has a squircle camera island that pretends to have three cameras, but in reality, is equipped with only one lens. It has a solid metal unibody and is available in three colours Frost Blue, Stellar Grey, and Titan Gold.
On the front, it sports a large 11-inch display. The panel here is an IPS LCD with FHD+ resolution. Additionally, the screen is capable of switching between 60Hz and 90Hz. You also get a touch sampling rate of up to 180Hz on the Infinix XPAD. Other than that, it offers a peak brightness of 440 nits, a typical colour gamut of 72% NTSC, and a PWM frequency of 10KHz.
Performance
For performance, the Infinix XPAD relies on one of the best budget processors in the market i.e. MediaTek Helio G99. This silicon comes in 6nm fabrication, eight cores, and a peak clock speed of 2.2 GHz. Meanwhile, the graphics are handled by Arm G57 MC2 GPU. The tablet comes with built-in XArena game space that allows you to toggle between different modes to optimise your gaming experience.
In addition, for memory, you can either get 4GB or 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM. Similarly, the Infinix XPAD comes with 128GB or 256GB of eMMC internal storage. Furthermore, the storage can be externally expanded via a MicroSD card up to 1TB. Software-wise it boots on XOS based on Android 14. It also comes with a ChatGPT-powered AI assistant named “Folax”.
The cameras on the Infinix XPAD are rather mediocre. As I mentioned earlier, it pretends to have three lenses on the back. However, it has a singular 8MP unit on the back. The front camera is also of the same resolution. In the tank, it has a 7,000 mAh battery with 18W charging support. The thing can reach up to 50% charge in about 40 minutes.
The Infinix XPAD will be available in WiFi-only as well as in 4G LTE versions depending on the region. This tablet has a quad-speaker setup for enhanced multimedia experience. In the meantime, it also has a 3.5mm headphone jack, if you’d like to go a little private. It also supports Multi-Device Collaboration, which is Infinix’s attempt at ecosystem privileges. It only works with smartphones as of now, and will eventually be available for PCs as well.
While the company has listed the Infinix XPAD on their website, no pricing or shipping plans have been revealed as of now. It is quite common practice for Infinix and its sister companies. Given that the brand is rising in popularity in the country, this tablet might arrive in the Nepali market. When it does, we will make sure to update you on the price of Infinix XPAD in Nepal.
So today I’ve got the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 in for review. And this is probably the most important foldable phones Samsung has ever shipped — besides the first gen Galaxy Fold of course — ’cause take a look at this.
Image: Counterpoint Research
For the first time ever, Samsung is no longer the world’s largest foldable phone maker. I can’t say I’m at all surprised, to be honest. Because for the past couple of years, Samsung has practically been playing the “foldable” game in easy mode. With little to no competition to worry about.
But as Chinese brands continue to step up and also bring their foldables outside of China — that’s the more important part — Samsung has been feeling the heat. Clearly. So yeah, there’s a lot riding on the Galaxy Z Fold 6 this year. Which is why I’ve been daily driving it for a month now to figure out if Samsung has done enough to go back to its winning ways.
Alright. As always, I wanna kick it off with the design side of things. And as always, Samsung has tried to make its latest foldable just a little more durable, a little more robust, and a little more “normal” compared to its last one.
So the Fold 6 now has a much boxier, angular design like Samsung’s “Ultra” flagships, which has grown on me a lot quicker than I originally thought it would. I’ve been a big fan of that curvier look of the Galaxy Z Fold 5 (and older Samsung foldables) but the Fold 6 definitely stands out in its own way. This thing still has a gapless hinge design that I love but the bigger highlight this time is that it’s also shorter, wider, and lighter than the Fold 5.
In fact, it weighs almost the same as the Galaxy S24 Ultra (review). So as far as usability, hands-on feel, and all that goes, this is Samsung’s best foldable yet. By a long shot.
But looking at all the competition, I can’t help but worry if the Fold 6 does enough on the design front.
Especially in terms of its thickness and that somewhat weird aspect ratio for the cover display. ‘Cause I’ve used a couple of other book-shaped foldables like the OnePlus Open (review) and the Honor Magic V2 (review). And let me tell you that those things do a much better job at convincing me that I’m using a regular smartphone that just… happen to unfold into a mini tablet of sorts.
Be it with a wider outer display that feels like any other phone I’ve ever used or a slim design that doesn’t look like I’m smuggling a gold bar in my pocket.
The first foldable with a dust protection rating
Despite all this, I absolutely love how Samsung has continued to make its foldable more and more sturdy over the years. I don’t know about you but durability is always my biggest concern when using a foldable phone and I’ve pretty much never had to worry about that on a Galaxy Fold. And the Z Fold 6 goes on to put a cherry on top of Samsung’s record with a couple of really interesting durability upgrades this year.
It’s got a tougher, redesigned hinge and tougher frames made of new “enhanced armor aluminum” material, while the hinge itself has been tested for better shock absorption against external impacts.
But more importantly, the Fold 6 also has an IP48 rating. Making it the first foldable ever to feature at least some form of dust ingress protection. That “4” in IP48 means this guy is not completely dust-sealed or anything — and a lot of carefulness is still required on your part against dust and small particles — but yeah, this is a much welcome upgrade.
And just like the design, the Fold 6’s display is also just a little more impressive than the one on its predecessor. But I guess that’s not a bad thing at all since Samsung has always been at the top of the game when it comes to the display. And the Fold 6 has a few incredibly obvious, (almost) instantly noticeable upgrades, whereas there are a couple of improvements that you might not even notice.
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Cover display
Main display
Like the crease on the main display that’s supposed to be not as apparent as what we saw on the Fold 5 but who am I kidding? Samsung’s probably at the bottom of the table if we’re comparing the crease on a foldable phone.
It’s totally not a big deal by the way ‘cause you’ll never have to brush your fingers across the middle of the display most of the time with the way One UI is designed for foldables. Unless when you’re taking notes or maybe sketching something with a stylus, but let me assure you that even then the crease didn’t bother me all that much. I’d definitely like Samsung to improve on this on the Fold 7 (maybe get it to the OnePlus Open’s level) but there you go.
We’re still only getting there with the cover display
On the other hand, I’m sure you’re gonna notice this “normal”-looking cover display. Samsung has essentially been taking baby steps to make the outer display a little less narrow year after year and I think the Fold 6 finally represents Samsung’s true vision for a bookstyle foldable.
I know this 22:9 aspect ratio has its disadvantages but the way it’s so dang easy to use with one hand — without being too narrow to type on or being too awkward for watching videos — is quite something.
And both the front and the main display on the Fold 6 are visibly brighter this time as well. Samsung claims “2,600 nits” of max brightness, which only applies when you’re watching HDR photos or videos, but this is still a very bright phone no matter what. And of course, the actual display quality, including the colors, the contrast, the viewing angles… everything is as good as it gets on the Fold 6.
Just like its stereo speakers that add so much to the experience whenever I’m listening to some music or watching my favorite shows on its massive display.
Performance
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (4nm)
12GB RAM, Up to 1TB storage (non-expandable)
Android 14 with One UI 6.1.1 on top
7 years of OS and security upgrades
Okay.
So apart from all the usual year-on-year upgrades like the faster Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, a larger vapor chamber cooling, and all that, Samsung really, really, really wants to impress you with all the “Galaxy AI” features on the Z Fold 6.
So much so that it was literally all that they talked about during the launch event.
But you know what? There are some genuinely useful AI features on this thing that I can see myself using every now and then. Whereas Samsung clearly deserves a pat on its back with just how well designed, how user-friendly, and also how transparent it is in the way it handles user data.
Like the “Interpreter” thing that lets me effortlessly carry a conversation with someone who doesn’t speak my language.
The “Browsing assist” feature that can summarize or translate an article for me.
The pretty self-explanatory “Sketch to image” thing.
… and so. much. more.
I can even have all the AI processing happen on-device itself — with no need for an active internet connection — although you should know that most of the Galaxy AI stuff won’t work that way. And as much as I love a few of these AI features, I don’t think they deserve to be the highlight of a foldable phone in the first place.
I mean… none of them actually make use of the Fold 6’s unique hardware in any way for Samsung to be putting so much effort into “Galaxy AI” to sell its latest foldables.
Except for the “Interpreter” mode maybe that uses both displays to assist in conversation but that’s about it. In fact, I can almost guarantee you that all of these “Galaxy AI” features will eventually arrive on Samsung’s other, non-folding phones too. The flagship ones, at least.
Does One UI really need Galaxy AI?
But looking beyond all layers of AI, the Fold 6 still has the best software experience out of any foldable I’ve ever used. Also the best set of features for all the multitasking possibilities, whereas that sense of stability and dependability I have with One UI is second to none on a foldable.
I was secretly hoping Samsung would copy that “Open Canvas” thing I saw on the OnePlus Open, but instead… I got Galaxy AI’d.
Anyway, with the latest Snapdragon chip inside, I didn’t have any trouble with the performance of this thing. That’s kinda obvious. Samsung is also committing to 7 years of OS and security updates for the Fold 6 so it’s pretty much set as far as the software experience is concerned. And besides general everyday use, this guy is a literal game-changer for gaming too.
Thanks to that gigantic 7.6” main display.
It does get warm around the camera module and throttle a bit when playing something like Genshin Impact at the highest settings — even though Samsung says it has used a 60% larger vapor chamber system this time — but that’s so not the end of the world for the Fold 6. And I’ve actually been playing a lot of emulator games instead on this guy.
‘Cause with regular smartphones, running emulator-based games is always somewhat of a struggle since you don’t have a lot of screen space to work with in the first place. For the on-screen controls and the actual game screen itself. But that’s so not a problem for foldables.
Battery
4400 mAh battery (25W charging)
15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless charging
Then again, I’m sad to say that the Fold 6’s battery life is still not that impressive.
At least not by my standard. Samsung is still sticking with a 4400 mAh battery that we’ve seen since the Galaxy Z Fold 3 (review) days, and it manages to last me like 6 hours on average at best. That too if I try and use the main display as little as I can. The charging situation hasn’t gotten any better either as it only supports a maximum 25W of power, which takes around an hour and a half for a complete refill… so yeah.
Cameras
Triple camera setup at the back
50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 10MP telephoto
10MP selfie (cover display), 4MP (main display)
Finally, it’s time to talk about the cameras.
And you see… I don’t even feel like boring you with all the itty-bitty details ‘cause the Fold 6’s cameras are nothing exciting in the first place. I’m definitely not saying that its cameras are terrible or anything but the constant mental reminder that I’m not getting Samsung’s best cameras on Samsung’s most expensive phone absolutely sucks.
So the Fold 6 has the exact same camera setup that we first saw on 2022’s Galaxy Z Fold 4. Which includes a 50MP primary, a 12MP ultrawide, and a 10MP telephoto lens capable of 3x zoom shots. Then there’s a 10MP selfie camera on the cover screen and a 4MP one hiding behind the main display.
A lot of room for improvement still
And for what it’s worth, the Fold 6’s photos don’t look all that bad. You’ve got that classic “Samsung” processing with plenty of vibrance and details in the images, although I realized just how much I’ve been missing here when I compared it with the S24 Ultra.
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Not just because the S24 Ultra brags a superior set of camera hardware but it’s clear that Samsung is also saving its best optimization for its flagship phone that doesn’t fold.
Portrait, Selfie images
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The Fold 6 does try to keep up with the Ultra the best it can, but time and again, I noticed how it fails to deliver that consistent camera experience that I’ve come to expect from a Samsung phone.
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Sometimes its images look a little too contrasty — sometimes a little too flat — and the Fold 6 especially struggles to maintain details and handle noise when you’re indoors or in lowlight conditions. And while it shoots quite nice-looking videos with good stabilization, good colors, good dynamic range, and everything, it doesn’t let me switch between the lenses if I choose to record 4K 60 fps videos. Like I can so easily on the S24 Ultra.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Review: Conclusion
Alright.
So that’s all for my full review of the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6. And if I had to summarize everything I feel about this phone in two words, I’d say it’s “tastefully boring”. Like… I see its appeal and I would never take it away from anyone, but I would also never stand in line for it. The Fold 6 is a perfectly fine foldable, a perfectly sophisticated and well-engineered machine that’s unfortunately just not that memorable.
Or as the kids these days would say, “it’s got L rizz”.
There’s so much Samsung could’ve done, there’s so much the competition has shown what’s capable of this form factor. But it’s a little sad to see how Samsung is still playing it safe and relying on its brand power more than anything. And at this point, I’m just waiting for Samsung to go all out on its foldable phones I guess.
Left: Galaxy Z Fold 6 | Right: OnePlus Open “Apex Edition”
To top it all off, the Fold 6 is also needlessly expensive now. I think that price jump is a direct result of all those “Galaxy AI” features since Samsung needs to find some way to pay for the cloud storage fees to run its AI models but yeah. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is a safe choice for most folks looking to get in on the foldable fun. Although there are mu…ch better options out there if want to see what’s truly capable on a foldable phone.
Our video review of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is coming up pretty soon
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Review: Pros and Cons
Pros
Cons
• Improved durability, IP48 rating
• Expensive
• Excellent displays
• The cover display still has an awkward aspect ratio
We know that Xiaomi 15 and 15 Pro are in the works with a supposed launch date on upcoming October. A shocking new development suggests that the 15 series might have two more members with “S” branding attached to it. In this article, we will discuss all that we know of the Xiaomi 15S series in further detail.
Xiaomi 15S Series Rumours Round-up
What’s cooking?
This rumour stems from a cryptic Weibo post from Digital Chat Station, who is one of the most active and reliable leakers in the business. As per them, two companies will be releasing an “S” model. They do not elaborate further on which company are they talking about and end the post saying, “Those who understand will understand.”.
Chinese netizens have been trying to make sense of what and who are they talking about. However, a large majority seem to be convinced that it’s Xiaomi 15S. Meanwhile, some are adding Vivo X200s to the conversation as well. The leaker did mention two companies after all.
As per the Weibo post, one company would be making up for peripheral shortcomings while the other would be replacing the highly-anticipated processor. The wider consensus appears to agree that Xiaomi is the subject of the latter statement. Based on that, we can expect the Xiaomi 15S to have a silicon upgrade.
So which processor are we looking at? Sources have presented with two options — Snapdragon 8+ Gen 4 and Dimensity 9400. With this, the Xiaomi 15S will bring a performance boost to the base models. There are also talks of Xiaomi 15S Pro with the same chipset. Anyway, as of now, it appears that the Xiaomi 15S series will only be a processor upgrade and nothing else.
Xiaomi 15S Series Launch and Availability
While the base models are set to launch in October, the S models will come a little later. Xiaomi has had “S” models before too, which launched in June. Given that, sources are speculating that Xiaomi will be announcing the 15S series in June 2025.
Some netizens are already planning to skip the regular models to grab the “S” models later on. However, there is not enough information available right now to tell anything concretely. In fact, the Xiaomi 15S series might not even come to fruition. We’ll have to wait and see!
Meanwhile, check out our Poco F6 Pro review video:
AMD, the chip-making giant has unveiled two new processors under the Ryzen 8000 F-Series. Dubbed the Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F, these siblings are based on Zen 4 architecture but without the integrated RDNA 3 graphics. Without further ado, let’s get straight into the features and official price of the AMD Ryzen 8000F Series processors in Nepal.
AMD Ryzen 8000 F-Series Processors Overview
AMD Pheonix APU and Zen 4 architecture
Both the Ryzen 7 8700F and Ryzen 5 8400F are based on AMD’s Zen 4 architecture that uses TSMC’s process for I/O dies, N5 for CCDs, and N4 for APUs. So, you get TSMC’s 4nm fabrication process here for efficiency in the APU section. But despite featuring Zen 4 execution cores, as aforementioned, there are no integrated RDNA 3 graphics on either of these processors. This means that a discrete graphics card is needed here.
Cores and NPU
The Ryzen 7 8700F processor boasts a total of 8 cores and 16 threads. It comes with a base of 4.1GHz and 5.0GHz of Max Turbo Boost clock and 24MB of L3 cache. Likewise, you get 65W of TDP power and an AMD Wraith Stealth Cooler to keep the thermals in check. On the other hand, the Ryzen 5 8400F features a 6 cores and 12 threads setup with a base 4.2GHz and a 4.7GHz max frequency, 22MB of L3 cache, and the same 65W TDP power. Plus, the AMD Wraith Stealth Cooler is also present here.
One thing to note, the Ryen 5 model gets the Ryzen AI NPU while the Ryzen 7 doesn’t include it. AMD claims the latter can provide 16 TOPS of AI performance when paired with the Radeon 7000 Series discrete graphic cards.
Comparison to the Intel counterpart
The Intel vs Ryzen rivalry has always been prevalent in the CPU arena. So, to give us a glance, AMD has compared the Ryzen 7 8700F against the Intel i5 1400F and it is claimed to have a 12% to 24% boost in gaming performance and 10% to 22% higher application performance than the Intel counterpart.
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Meanwhile, the Ryzen 5 8400F brings up to 14% gaming performance boost against the last-gen Intel i5 13400F.
AMD Rzyen 8000F Series Processor Price in Nepal and Availability
The price of the AMD Ryzen 8000F Series processor is NPR 20,000 for the Ryzen 5 8500F processor and NPR 40,000 for the Ryzen 7 8700F. You can purchase the processors from Hukut.
Advanced Micro Devices, popularly known as AMD has unveiled the Ryzen 8000G Series of desktop processors. Built on Zen 4 architecture, the new CPUs also boast gaming power and efficiency with low power consumption. More about the latest price of AMD Ryzen 8000G Series in Nepal, its specs, and features in this article.
AMD Ryzen 8000G Series Overview:
Four New Members
Expanding the Ryzen 8000 series are the new 65W processors— Ryzen 7 8700G, Ryzen 5 8600G, Ryzen 5 8500G, and Ryzen 3 8300G. With up to 12 cores, 16 threads, and all the Zen 4 architecture, these new CPUs go head-to-head against Intel’s 14th Gen 65W i7, i5, and i3 SKUs. The integrated graphics here are claimed to be the fastest inbuilt ones for PCs.
Comparison
AMD has compared its Ryzen 5 8600G and Rzyen 7 8700G against the Intel Core i7-14700K, showing impressive gaming boosts. The famous title Dota 2 is getting 3.2x and 3.3x performance yields respectively. Besides the Radeon 700M graphics, these 8000 Series processors also feature AMD EXPO tech which allows higher memory frequencies and advanced timings for smoother frame rates. AMD claims a smooth experience for 1080p gaming with the inbuilt graphics.
Meanwhile, the CPU boost is not that impressive, it’s quite similar to the 7000 Series processors due to the same Zen 4 architecture.
Zen 4 Architecture
This time as well, AMD has gone with the Zen 4 architecture for the 8000G Series. The last-generation architecture is based on TSMC’s 5nm process node. This is the first time that this process has been used in an x86 desktop processor, though we have seen its use in a lot of smartphone SoCs.
AMD Zen 4 Architecture
To give you a quick refresh, the Zen 4 brought a chiplet-based design where two Core Complex Dies (CCDs) are connected via an Infinity cache Core Chiplet Dies (CCD). Zen 4 promises 1MB of L2 cache per CPU core—almost twice what Zen 3 offers. You get an integrated RDNA 2 GPU and DDR5 memory, PCIe Gen 5 support.
In addition, It is claimed with up to 15% of a single-threaded performance boost, max clock speeds higher than 5GHz, and “AI-accelerated” instructions.
Ryzen 8000 series becomes the second desktop processor family to support the AM5 socket. It is the continuation of the 7000 Series, by the way. So, if you are thinking of upgrading to the new 8000G processors, you can use the same motherboard from the 7000 Series. If you are coming from the older series, the new AM5 motherboard is needed.
To refresh the specs of AMD’s AM5, you get a Land Grid Array (LGA) array compared to the Pin Grid Array (PGA) on its predecessor, the AM4. It features 1718 pins, up to 24 lanes of PCIe 5.0, and DDR5 compatibility. Moreover, the connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6 with Dual Band Simultaneous (DBS), Bluetooth LE 5.2, and up to 24 SuperSpeed USB ports with speeds of up to 20Gbps.
Five chipsets
The new Zen 4-based Ryzen 8000 desktop processors consist of five motherboard chipsets. The most premium of the bunch is the X670E with the “E” standing for extreme. X607E guarantees full support for PCIe 5.0 and advanced overclocking.
Then there is the X670, which allows enthusiast-level overclocking and PCIe storage and graphics. While the B650E is the ‘Extreme’ version of the regular B650. You get a faster PCle 5.0 lane, better VRM phases, and a single-click overclocking mechanism.
And the B650 is targeted at the mainstream audience. It also has PCIe 5.0 lanes but it’s optional. Finally, there is the A620/A620A which is the cheapest one with a PCle 4.0 lane.
AMD Ryzen 8000 Series (G series) Specifications:
CPU
Cores / Threads
Base Clock
Boost Clock
Cache (L3)
TDP
Ryzen 7 8700G
8 / 16
4.2 GHz
5.1 GHz
24MB
65W
Ryzen 5 8600G
6 / 12
4.3 GHz
5.0 GHz
22MB
65W
Ryzen 5 8500G
6 / 12
3.5 GHz
5.0 GHz
22MB
65W
Ryzen 3 8300G
4 / 8
3.4 GHz
4.9 GHz
12MB
65W
AMD Ryzen 8000 Processors Price in Nepal and Availability
The AMD Ryzen 8000 Series processor price in Nepal starts from NPR 20,000 and NPR 22,500 for the Ryzen 5 8400 F and 8500G respectively.
Ryzen 8000 Series
Price in Nepal (Official)
Ryzen 7
8700G
Rs. 45,000
8700F
Rs. 40,000
Ryzen 5
8600G
Rs. 27,500
8500G
Rs. 22,500
8400F
Rs. 20,000
Meanwhile, you can check our Best PC Build under 2 lakhs in Nepal.
realme has introduced its latest C series smartphone in India, the realme C63 5G. This launch follows the earlier release of the C63 4G. This article will discuss everything about the latest Realme C63 5G, including its expected price in Nepal and full specifications.
Realme C63 5G Overview
Display and Design
The realme C63 5G features a 6.67-inch HD+ display with a dynamic refresh rate of up to 120Hz, providing smooth visuals. The phone sports a sleek and slim design, measuring just 7.94mm in thickness. It also includes a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for added security.
Performance
The smartphone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC, delivering efficient performance. It comes with up to 6GB of RAM, and an additional 8GB of virtual RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking. Storage options include 64GB and 128GB, which can be expanded up to 2TB via microSD.
Camera, Battery, and Connectivity
The realme C63 5G is equipped with a 32MP rear camera with LED flash and an 8MP front camera for selfies. It packs a 5000mAh battery that supports 10W quick charging. Connectivity options include 5G support across multiple bands, dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac, and Bluetooth 5.3. The phone also features a 3.5mm audio jack, a USB Type-C port, and IP54-rated dust and water resistance.
SanDisk has announced two new memory cards: an 8TB SD card and a 4TB microSD card. These cards mark a significant advancement in storage technology, especially when considering that the largest SD cards in 1999 had just 32MB of capacity. The company has also introduced a 16TB version of its SanDisk Desk Drive, currently in the proof-of-concept stage, with a potential market launch on the horizon. However, in this article, we will exclusively talk about the latest SanDisk 8TB SD card, including its expected price in Nepal and specifications
SanDisk 8TB SD Card Overview
Capacity
The 8TB SD card can store approximately 165,000 raw 24MP image files, while the 4TB microSD card can hold over 660 games with a 12GB file size.
Applications
The 8TB SD card is suitable for professional photographers who need to store large volumes of data on a single card. Meanwhile, the 4TB microSD card is well-suited for use in drones, smartphones, and gaming devices like the Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck. The new cards are particularly useful for handling 8K video and high-resolution still photography.
Performance and Potential Risks
Both cards are UHS-I, meaning they have slower transfer speeds compared to UHS-II cards. The speed rating (V classification) has not been disclosed. Additionally, there is a risk of data loss if a single high-capacity card fails, so some users might prefer using multiple smaller cards for backup purposes.
SanDisk 8TB SD Card Price in Nepal and Availability
SanDisk has not announced the new cards’ pricing or release dates. The 8TB SD card is expected to be significantly more expensive than current high-capacity options, such as the 1TB SanDisk Extreme Pro, which is priced at around $140. Hence, we will update you when it officially gets available,
