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A new analysis has revealed that Battlefield 6 runs way better on the Ryzen 7 9800X3D than the Intel Core i9-14900K.
The difference is quite massive, as when paired with the RTX 5080, the Ryzen CPU performed 33% better.
This is because the X3D chips are optimized better for gaming.
AMD has been dominating Intel for quite a long time now. The former’s CPUs have no competition in the market, and they are just getting better and better each year. Intel has even admitted that it is having trouble catching up to its competition.
From the looks of it, Intel seems to be hanging by a thread, as another example of AMD’s superiority has appeared online. The 9800X3D on Battlefield, paired with an RTX 5080, performs 33% better than Intel’s i9-14900K.
Why it matters: AMD offers CPUs that are best for gaming, and the X3D chips are typically better optimized for gaming than the ones Intel has developed.
A Twitch Streamer Reveals Ryzen 7 9800X3D Is Better Than Intel Core i9-14900K To Play Battlefield 6.
A streamer who has played the game early has revealed that, thanks to the X3D chip in the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, the performance is crisp. Bruhskey was a part of the team that was given the courtesy of playing Battlefield 6 during the multiplayer gameplay reveal event, so his words have weight.
He reveals on X that he was easily getting over 300FPS using the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and RTX 4080 at 1440P native. Then, in the thread, he shows a friend of his was using a Core i9-14900K but got less than 110FPS than he did with the same settings.
Friend of mine with same gpu but 14900K got 110 less FPS than me while matching settings. Seems like X3D will matter a lot.
Since Brushskey was getting 330FPS, his friend would be getting around 220, marking a difference of about 33%.
Another user reported in the comments section that TooMuchCyanide was using an RTX 4080 Super paired with a Core i9-14900K at 1440p low settings and was getting frame rates around 120-180. This shows that X3D matters a lot when it comes to gaming, and AMD is the better option.
It is also worth noting that Battlefield 6 is optimised to run at 60FPS on all consoles, including the Xbox Series S. However, the frame rate can be increased with the VRR.
What are your thoughts about AMD dominating Intel yet again? Which team are you on? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below or join the official Tech4Gamers forums for discussion.
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A new petition has been launched on Change.org to reverse the decision to cancel the alleged Star Wars Outlaws sequel.
Recently, an insider suggested that a sequel was reportedly scrapped in pre-production due to poor sales of the original.
However, fans who signed the petitions claim the game flopped since it launched before it was ready.
However, we have stumbled upon a new petition on Change.org that wants to save the rumored Star Wars Outlaws sequel from being canned by Ubisoft. Previously, insider Tom Henderson suggested that Ubisoft canceled the sequel only in its pre-production phase.
Why it matters: Despite rumors of cancellation, the new petition is aiming to save the sequel from being scrapped by Ubisoft. These fans believe in the sequel’s potential despite the first game flopping.
The relatively new petition to save the Star Wars Outlaws sequel is slowly growing.
The fresh petition,with 758 signatures already at the time of writing, argues that Star Wars Outlaws flopped because it launched before it was ready. So, bugs and poor gameplay mechanics led to disappointing experiences for many players.
These fans believe that the sequel can fix all these issues by increasing the quality and development time.
Many players gave up before seeing the improvements that came later. The early problems left a bad first impression, and unfortunately, that is what stuck.
Ubisoft blamed declining interest in the Star Wars franchise for the poor reception of Outlaws, something that the petition disagrees with. It is asking Ubisoft to reconsider scrapping the sequel and have an open engagement with fans to remeasure interest in the IP.
Star Wars Outlaws was considered a flop due to negative player and sales reception.
The new petition on Change.org is slowly gaining traction, with the number of signatures likely to jump considerably after more exposure; there is a lot of interest in a well-developed open-world Star Wars game.
However, Ubisoft has yet to officially acknowledge the existence of the Star Wars Outlaws sequel. Therefore, it’s unclear whether this plea from fans will ultimately go anywhere.
Do you think these increasing signatures will be able to reverse the decision already made by the Ubisoft executives? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, or join the discussion on the Tech4Gamers forum.
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CI Games has confirmed that the Lords of the Fallen sequel will be darker and grimmer in narrative and gameplay.
The game has been given a mature rating because of its grim nature.
The project has also been moved to Unreal Engine 5.6 to ensure it has the best performance and quality possible.
Now, the studio is currently developing a new sequel for the reboot. As part of an upcoming Lifting the Veil podcast episode, CI Games has confirmed that the Lords of the Fallen sequel will be darker and more brutal than the first entry.
Why it matters: The Lords of the Fallen studio has decided to go with what the fans want for the sequel, instead of succumbing to mass censorship campaigns and maximum profits by aiming for a lower age rating.
The Lords of the Fallen sequel will be more brutal.
On Twitter, CI Games notes that the sequel has already been given a mature rating due to its grim nature. One of the developers described the sequel as having visceral elements, where the brutality lies in struggling to behead an enemy instead of having a clean cut.
CI Games CEO Marek Tyminski confirmed the sequel has moved to Unreal Engine 5.6 to leverage improved CPU load times. Therefore, we will likely see a noticeable bump in its optimization and overall quality.
The studio confirmed the Lords of the Fallen sequel will evolve rather than reinvent the genre. Progression will be shared across co-op and single-player modes.
Lords of the Fallen sold well after its launch.
For those not in the know, the Lords of the Fallen sequel is aiming to launch next year, allegedly as an Epic Games exclusive, with a heavy marketing campaign to start later in 2025.
Do you think the Lords of the Fallen sequel will manage to surpass the legacy left behind by the reboot, or are these just PR words to appease the fans? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, or join the discussion on the Tech4Gamers forum.
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Payment processors like VISA and Mastercard have recently gone against games with inappropriate content.
Multiple platforms, including Itch, Steam, and Zoom Platforms have been pressurized by these companies to remove games that violate their policies.
Zoom Platforms warns that future titles like GTA 6 could face similar scrutiny and backlash from these payment companies.
Mass censorship has been a heated topic of discussion following recent changes in the UK. On the gaming front, companies like VISA and Master Card have pressured platforms like Itch and Steam to remove games with inappropriate content.
Although the situation is still developing, another platform has warned gamers that the situation could become far worse. In the future, even major AAA games could be impacted by these problems.
Why it matters: Gamers are split on the recent events. Many believe that titles should not be outright delisted since this can go against the principle of freedom of speech.
GTA 6 Arrives Next Year
According to GamingonLinux, Zoom Platform, a retro games seller, has recently faced problems with payments similar to Itch.io.
The platform claims it has been contacted about concerns about the type of content available on the site, after which it began discussions with PayPal and Stripe to reach a mutual agreement.
Zoom Platform does not currently intend to remove any available content and has already begun exploring alternate payment options. However, the retro game seller believes this is just the beginning.
It warns that franchises like Grand Theft Auto, Duke Nukem, and Saints Row are potentially at risk. Among these IPs, Grand Theft Auto would be the biggest target since this series has a history of being controversial due to its satirical and over-the-top nature.
With GTA 6 on track to launch next year, the game could face problems as the new approach to censorship continues to expand and evolve.
GTA 6 Would Be A Natural Target Of Mass Censorship
Elsewhere, the UK has mandated facial recognition and age verification for access to various types of content. Even Nvidia’s PC application now demands age verification for those looking to adjust their settings.
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Hideo Kojima has stated in a recent interview that he thinks all AAA games look the same.
In the same interview, he said that most of the interesting games being developed right now are indie games.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a good example of how unique an indie game can be.
His game is considered interesting and bizarre, but it seems Kojima thinks indie games are more interesting. In a recent interview, Kojima revealed that he believes the most interesting games being made right now are indie games.
Why it matters: Hideo Kojima is known for his work in the industry by almost every gamer. He is a legendary auteur who has revolutionised gaming more than once.
Death Stranding 2 is one of the highest-rated games of 2025
He believes that, like many creative fields, the most interesting work is happening among indies, while the big budget studios are churning out things that are safe and tremendously boring.
In the same interview, Kojima said that almost every single AAA game out there looks the same to him, as there is just too much lack of variety. Kojima seems actually disappointed with the state the industry is in.
He thinks it is very important to put something new in games for the industry instead of just chasing visuals. His concerns are absolutely valid, as the majority of the developers are chasing the same trend, and that is getting boring.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Is The Highest User-Rated Game Ever
Kojima created Death Stranding 2, which, while it seems bizarre, is pretty enjoyable and may not be for everyone, and that is fine. He thinks a game should be unique and feature new things that make it different from others.
So, Kojima is right to think that most of the interesting games being developed right now are indies. Clair Obsucr: Expedition 33 can be used as a perfect example, as this game came out of nowhere and is now the highest user-rated game on Metacritic. This game has influenced the RPG genre for the better.
What are your thoughts on Hideo Kojima’s claim? Do you think indie games are more interesting than the AAA ones? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below or join the official Tech4Gamers forums for discussion.
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Mafia: The Old Country is set to release in just three days, but there is just no hype surrounding the game.
It is currently not among the top 5 best-sellers on Steam and is sitting at the 17th most-wished-for game on the platform.
Previously, when the gameplay was revealed, fans called it generic and were glad not to pre-order.
Mafia: The Old Country was revealed to the fans almost 1 year ago, and it took them by surprise. On reveal, the hype was pretty high, but the same can’t be said now, even though it is set to release in a few days.
There is less than a week left before the title releases, but the hype and enthusiasm from the fandom are just not there. Recently, gameplay footage was released, which failed to impress the fandom. Many called it generic and were glad not to pre-order it. This could be one of the main reasons behind the lack of hype.
Why it matters: Usually, the hype from a mainline AAA game that is about to be released in a few days is through the roof, which is why it is concerning.
Mafia: The Old Currently Is the 17th Most Wishlisted Game on Steam
Mafia: The Old Country is set to release on 7th August, so there are only three days left until its release. Despite that, it isn’t even among the top 5 best-sellers on Steam; instead, it is at number 10.
Games that were released last year or even before are at a higher number than the upcoming Mafia. This shows that the fandom isn’t that interested in the game.
It is true that Mafia 3 disappointed many gamers, but so did Battlefield 2042. You can see that since the gameplay trailer and uncut footage of Battlefield 6 were revealed, it has been occupying the number one spot on Steam’s best sellers list.
Furthermore, the game isn’t even in the top 15 most wishlisted on Steam. It is sitting at number 17 while games that don’t even have a release date are way above it.
The developer has perhaps tried their best to engage the fandom, as it even went back to the roots of Mafia and kept the world linear. If the gameplay reveal had been a little more engaging, the outcome may have been very different.
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New Steam Hardware Survey shows that over 40% users are sporting AMD CPUs, reaching a peak popularity in 17 years.
Intel, on the other hand, is losing momentum, experiencing a steady decline in users.
Team Blue has severely fallen behind in competition and isn’t even in the top-10 semiconductor manufacturer list.
These are exciting times for AMD, especially when it has started to catch up to Nvidia in the GPU market. The processor market is no different, as Team Red is gaining momentum that it may even leave behind its competitor, Intel, in the dust.
To further add to this debate, a massive shift towards AMD is being made by gamers. The latest Steam Hardware Survey shows that more than 40% of the users are currently rocking with Team Red, the highest they have been in 17 years.
Why it matters: It’s surprising to see how AMD is overtaking Intel after decades of being buried under the competition. Their innovation and result-yielding work has truly paid off for them.
Intel saw a 0.75% decline in Steam users last month while AMD gained 0.74% of the user base. These figures may look small in contrast, but it should be noted that Steam has almost 132 million active users monthly, which puts the shift in user base quite significant.
Furthermore, results also show that Intel’s most popular CPU category lies between 2.3 GHz and 2.69 GHz, which has declined by 0.57% this month. For AMD, however, stats are much higher at 3.7 GHz and above, with a 0.86% rise this month.
This shows that the newer upgrades are being made towards Team Red. It’s no surprise, though, since newer AMD chipsets are better than Intel in every regard, whether it’s performance or pricing.
If anything, these stats show that Intel is losing its grip on the PC gaming market. The once-renowned chip manufacturer has now also fallen out of the top 10 semiconductor businesses.
Team Red’s traction among gamers started in 2017 after the introduction of Ryzen processors, and it’s only a matter of time till they surpass Intel.
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According to a new report, Nvidia has overstocked the RTX 50 series.
This inventory continues to pile up because of a massive decline in sales.
Now, it seems like there will be some massive price cuts on the RTX 50 series this month.
Nvidia received a lot of criticism when it revealed the initial lineup of its RTX 50 series graphics cards. While the backlash was intense, it still managed to reach a valuation of $4 trillion, becoming the most successful company in the world.
The tech giant is now focusing mainly on AI, something the gaming fandom isn’t too fond of. Nvidia now aims to focus primarily on improving AI, but this seems to have backfired as the tech giant is reportedly planning aggressive price cuts of its RTX 50 series due to poor sales and oversupply.
Why it matters: Nvidia is the top company in the world, so having a massive supply of one of its main products is to be expected. However, the company may not have anticipated low sales, which could lead to discounts.
Nvidia Reportedly Aims To Cut RTX 50 GPU Prices
According to Boardchannels, via Chiphell, the RTX 50 series GPUs have been stocked above the ideal levels. This happened mainly because of low sales and continuous supply.
Graphics card manufacturers across various brands may soon begin adjusting prices. Some have already begun preemptively adjusting the cost of the RTX50 series by the end of the month, aiming to help distributors achieve their IN targets in the final days of July.
According to the insider, the sharp drop in terminal sales has led to declines in retail and wholesale prices. Due to the overstocking, the industry experts now expect the manufacturers to lower their prices throughout August.
Nvidia’s CEO, Jensen Huang, Is Betting Everything on AI
According to experts, this would help them maintain liquidity and prevent another sharp decline or, in the best-case scenario, stabilise the sales.
Usually, the series of GPUs released for that generation are sold at a much better price in the Q3 and Q4 of that timeline. Now that the company has reportedly overstocked the cards and there is lower demand, it is likely that we will witness some massive discounts this month.
However, since this information hasn’t been officially confirmed by Nvidia, we recommend taking it with a grain of salt.
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A reliable insider says Sony is still selling PS5 consoles at a loss.
While the PS5 briefly became profitable, rising manufacturing costs mean that only the PS5 Pro is sold at a profit by Sony.
The Xbox Series X is also profitable following its price hike and latest SoC revision.
Console hardware is typically designed to balance costs with affordability, aiming to offer as much value as possible. A similar thought process went into designing the current-generation consoles, but this typically means that the hardware itself is sold at a loss.
According to a reliable insider, the PS5 is still being sold at a loss all these years later.
Why it matters: Consoles typically become cheaper to produce as the generation goes on. This means that companies end up profitting from the hardware as well, but this does not seem to be the case with Sony’s latest offerings.
Sony Is Only Making Money On PS5 Pro Hardware
It’s no secret that the PS5 was sold at a loss when it launched in 2020. However, Sony revealed that it had begun making a profit on the console not too long ago.
As per well known insider Kepler, this profit soon turned into a loss when prices of parts used for the PS5 went up. This included GDDR6 memory pricing and TSMC’s wafers used for manufacturing the console’s SoC.
Although Sony did slightly increase the price of the digital console to $450 with 2023’s Slim revision, the PS5 still appears to be sold at a loss for now. One reason for the loss likely has to do with Sony sticking with the same process node for the latest PS5’s SoC.
On the other hand, Kepler states that the PS5 Pro is slightly profitable at its $700 MSRP. He also states that the Xbox Series X is likely making a similar profit due to its smaller SoC and recent price hike.
Sony Could Revise The PS5 Again Or Raise Prices To Make It Profitable
Sony still eventually makes a lot of money on each PS5 sale through accessory and game sales, but this generation has certainly revealed an interesting trend. Nintendo has even raised prices for the nearly decade-old Switch recently, so Sony could end up following suit in pursuit of a profitable PS5.
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When it comes to computer chassis, it’s hard not to talk about the Lian-Li. Their Dynamic Series and XL were so popular when they were launched. What if they offer an equivalent level of modularity and functionality in a smaller package, and a lot cheaper than those significant cases? Lian Li O11 Dynamic Mini enters the chat here.
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Lian Li has made noteworthy changes to its original design of the Dynamic Mini. The Mini V2 version is slightly larger by just 2 liters and can now support ATX PSUs and ATX and BTF motherboards. This case also offers a 10-degree slanted fan tray at the bottom, which could improve the thermals for the graphics cards and provide more cable routing space for a tidy and clean aesthetic.
Key Takeaways
The Lian-Li O11D Mini V2 Flow is a compact, premium-looking PC case that offers great airflow, clean aesthetics, and support for full-sized components, all while staying budget-friendly.
You should buy the Lian-Li O11D Mini V2 Flow if you want a compact but powerful case that can handle full-sized components and looks stunning with its sleek glass design and visible RGB airflow.
You should skip the Lian-Li O11D Mini V2 Flow if you’re building an ultra-compact PC and need something smaller than a mini-tower.
Let’s go over the key specs of the chassis:
Note: Lian-Li has two models for their O11D Mini V2 Series, one is called “flow,” which has two side (reverse) blade fans and three (reverse) blade fans at the bottom. These fans are said to be optimized for the intake airflow. The other simple variant has no fans. Lian Li O11D Mini V2 is available in two colors: white and black.
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Packaging
Lian Li O11 D Dynamic Mini V2 Flow comes in the cardboard packaging with the illustration of the chassis on the front side of the box.
Unboxing
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Box Front
Box Back
Packaging
The back side of the package tells you about the measurements and overall dimensions of the cabinet. After unboxing the case, two sturdy foams hold the case firmly, with the plastic bag protecting the case from scratches.
Accessories
The accessories are nicely packed in the plastic container, which includes a pack of screws, combs, zip-ties, and washers. You also get the vertical mounting frame and the paper manual.
Accessories
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Accessory Box
Accessories Out
Storage Unit
Storage Unit Opened
Anti-Sag for Vertical GPUs Included
Vertical GPU Mount Included
Closer Look Outside
Now we will go over the exterior first.
Design
The design is very similar to the O11D, but 12mm (0.4 inch) tall, slightly wider in depth, which makes room for the bigger motherboards, thicker radiators, and bigger power supplies.
The case features two tempered glass panels on the front and the side. There is no corner pillar in this case that provides a better view inside. The black model features slightly dark-tinted tempered glass, while the white version offers clear glass for better aesthetics when the lightings are combined.
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Corner View Showcasing Front
Corner View Showcasing Back
Front View
Side View
The I/O ports are located at the bottom side of the chassis, which can be removed and installed on the top side of the case with just two screws. The I/O has USB 3.0 x2, USB 3.2 Type-C x1, Audio x1, Power Button x1.
IO Ports
The case is designed to support ATX, M-ATX, Mini-ITX, and ATX Back-Connect motherboards and can accommodate graphics cards up to 400mm long and 160mm tall CPU coolers while maintaining the compact form. The case also supports up to 9 fans.
Top Side
Lian-Li has also redesigned the vented portion with large line-shaped cut-outs for better airflow. The top panel also features the built-in mesh filters.
Top View
Top View 2
At the top side of the case, the panel features a brushed aluminium strip cover beside the vent. You can see the cap on that strip, which can be removed, and you can install the I/O hub there.
Bottom Side
Looking at the bottom of the case, there is a large grommet-covered opening, which could confuse users. What’s this for? Well. This is for the cable management for the power cables for the graphics cards coming from the power supply. The grommet is between of back and front parts of the case.
Bottom View
You also get the mesh dust filter at the fan mounting area, which can be removed by sliding. The feet are made up of aluminum, which feels sturdy.
Rear Side
On the rear side of the case, O11-D Mini V2 provides five expansion slots and a 120mm fan-mounting slot for the exhaust fan. Also, at the bottom, there is a tray for the bottom fans that can be easily removed for cleaning.
Back View
Slide Dust Filter
There is a plastic cap placed above the expansion slots, which can be moved to the top if you have installed the motherboard at the lower position (Useful for M-ATX and Mini-ITX Motherboards to close the gap.
Plastic Cap Rear
Alongside expansion slots, there are HDD trays, which are also tool-less and can be removed by thumb screws. You can install two storage drives with sizes of 2.5” or 3.5”.
Back Side
Speaking of the back side of the case, there are identical extensive line cutouts for the fans that we have seen on the top side and also features the built-in mesh filter.
Back
There is also a dust-filtered built-in mesh on the panel, which helps the power supplies breathe fresh air.
Closer Look Inside
The interior has not been changed much compared to its predecessor, maintaining the compact build overall, except for the rubber grommets. Above the motherboard tray, there are three large cut-outs for the cables to pass through.
Front & Back
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Front Interior
Back Interior Without Cover
Back Interior 2
Top Panel Cover
Back Panel Cover
Anti Sag Bracket
The GPU anti-sag bracket is pre-installed for the horizontal graphics cards, secured by two thumb screws. It can also work for the vertical graphics cards.
Floor
The floor is slightly tilted by 11 degrees, which is another salient feature of this case. According to Lian-Li, this could improve the GPU thermals by 3 degrees.
Bottom
Angled Fan Tray
The bottom fan bracket can be removed, allowing you to install the fans outside the case. You can install the 3x120mm fans or the radiator up to 360mm with a maximum thickness of 92mm for M-ATX and 72mm if the ATX motherboard is installed.
Side
Looking at the right side inside the interior, there are two side fan cover brackets for optimized airflow. These covers can prevent air pressure leaks on the unused cut-outs. One cover is installed on the top and one at the bottom.
Also, at the main rubber grommet, there is the support bracket for the 24-pin motherboard power cable, which is extremely useful for custom sleeved cables or Lian-Li strimmer, so your cables do not hang or bend.
Fan Cover Brackets
Main Grommets
The side supports up to a 240mm radiator, and two 120 mm fans can be installed.
PSU & HDD Cage
Lian-Li has completely redesigned the hard-drive cage; instead of one, you get two tool less separate cages that can be removed individually by the thumb screws. On top of that, you can see the PSU bay with the offset mounting bracket for ATX powersupplies.
HDD Cages
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Removable HDD Cages
HDD Cages Outside
PSU Offset Mount
PSU Offset Mount
PRO TIP: Users need to be aware before installing the ATX PSU. Lian-Li offers the offset mounting bracket for the larger power supplies in the case that can carry the PSU up to 200mm. It is recommended to remove the mounting first and install it on the PSU.
Cable Management
O11-D Mini V2 features 7 Velcro Stabs for the cable management on the back side of the case. Two straps are placed at the top. One strap is on the back side of the motherboard cut-out. Two straps are on the front of the storage cages, and two are at the bottom.
Velcro Straps
System Assembly
The system assembly was effortless thanks to the modularity and ease of cable management in the case.
Assembled!
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Front
Back
Back 2
I/O
Top
Powered On
Editor`s Note
Before installing the liquid-cooler, make sure you have already seated the motherboard. Most importantly, the EPS 4+4 CPU power cable is connected to the motherboard and all the necessary fans on the top PWM headers, or any essential connections. This is because you might run into a clearance issue where the cable would simply refuse to reach the header due to a gap of only a few centimetres.
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Clearance Issue
If you have an ATX form-factor board, make sure to remove the bottom fan tray, which already has three pre-installed fans. This is because your fingers might not reach the front panel, audio, PWM, or any other connector at the bottom if the fans are pre-installed.
Since this case has the offset mounting for the power supply, make sure to remove the mount first, assemble the power supply on the mount, and then install it in the case.
PSU Offset Mounting
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PSU Mounted
PSU Installed With Mount
PSU Offset Mount
PSU Offset Mount
We also suggest that our audience remove the HDD cages before assembly. Under the cages, two Velcro straps can be helpful for cable management.
System Methodology
How Do We Test Case Performance
We test the graphics card and CPU combined, and solo tests are also done for each hardware at the different PWM speeds. This tells us how adequate the air flow is in the case to cool down the hardware. The CPU runs at the unlocked TDP of 105W on Ryzen 7 9700X, and theGPU maintains the stock clock configuration at the fixed fan speed.
For the noise-normalized temperatures results, we have individually normalized the sound output for the radiator cooler, graphics card, and case fans to maintain the consistency at a set 43dB(A) of the case. The test is run for 15 minutes, putting the load on the GPU and the Processor at the same time. The processor is set at 5.1GHz at 1.15V Core-Voltage, and the GPU is running at the stock clocks at the set fan speed for the noise testing.
The stock fan configuration is retained. If the case does not include any fans, we will use our standardized fans methodology in the chassis, maintaining the positive airflow.
It is essential to test the other components, such as M.2 and Chipset, in addition to graphics cards and processors. We have tested them in our combined workload.
What Tools Do We Test
We use 3DMark Speed Way for Graphics Card thermals and Cinebench R23 for the processors. PCMark10 Consistency Test is run for SSD thermals. For the temperature recording, we use the HWINFO64 Pro version.
What Cases Have We Compared Against?
Since we don’t have other Lian-Li Cases to test it against, we will use it against our primary Hyte Y70 case, which does not come with a fan. Still, we have installed a total of 6 fans inside the case, maintaining the positive air-pressure, which is the best scenario for HYTE here, and will compare it against the stock configuration of the Lian-Li O11D Mini V2 that comes with the five reverse intake fans.
Controlled Environment
We have eliminated the influence of ambient temperatures in our data, and all results are presented as deltas over the ambient conditions. The tests were done in a controlled environment with a room temperature of 24°C to 25°C.
We’ve kicked off the tests from the individual benchmarks and tested the CPU thermals in each case. Lian Li O11D demonstrates better CPU temperatures than the full-tower Hyte Y70 at both PWM levels by almost 2 to 3 degrees.
GPU Thermal Results
GPU Only
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GPU at 50% Fan Speed
GPU at 100% Fan Speed
Now that we have moved on to graphics cards, there is only a negligible difference in thermals. Still, I’m impressed by the O11-D Mini airflow, keeping it tight against the HYTE’s best.
Combined Thermal Test
GPU + CPU Thermals Combined
The combined tests are the real test for any case. Both tests performed roughly the same for the GPU workload; however, Lian-Li O11D Mini V2 takes the lead on the CPU.
Chipset and M.2 Thermals
Chipset Temperatures under the full-system stress test.
We are looking at the chipset temperatures on our AM5 B650 Motherboard. Lian-Li O11D Mini V2 is much cooler, as the airflow is very restricted to the chipset area due to the vertically mounted graphics card in HYTE Y70.
Corsair MP600 2TB – PCMark10 Consistency Test
We have run another benchmark to test the SSD thermals. This tool hammers the SSD with an immense amount of writes. In the 10 minutes of run, the SSD is almost eight degrees cooler, which is impressive.
Combined – Noise Normalized Thermals
Noise Normalized Cooling Performance at 43dB(A).
In the noise-normalised tests, Lian-Li O11-D has outpaced the Hyte Y70. Keep in mind, the Hyte is a massive case, and we have installed six case fans, but it still runs hotter than the Lian-Li here. The Noise is normalised to 44dB(A).
Case Fans Performance & Noise Levels
Case Fans Noise Levels at Different PWM Speeds
I’m impressed with the Lian-Li Fans here. The fan was barely audible at 50% PWM, which is insane. The fans are optimised for the intake, but the noise levels are excellent here. They’re reverse fans, and naturally, they’re louder. Full Marks to Lian-Li for not cheaping out on fans! Considering the flow version chassis is only $10 more premium, which includes five fans as compared to the non-flow version.
Should You Buy It?
Buy It If
✅ Compact Design & Decent Hardware Support: This case supports larger ATX motherboards and power supplies, graphics cards up to 400mm long.
✅ Premium Aesthetics: Sleek Fish-tank design with a pillar-less tempered glass, featuring a slanted bottom fan tray that makes the fans ARGB more visible while increasing airflow.
Don’t Buy It If
❌ Still a Big Case For Some Audience:Smaller cases, such as mini-ITX chassis, would be better for the ultra-compact builds.
Final Thoughts
There is a lot to talk about the Lian-Li O11D Mini V2. It’s a worthy successor of the first-generation mini case in many ways. They have redesigned several things. First of all, the size is increased by 2 liters with minimal footprint impact, which is not significant, and it still maintains the compact form. However, it now supports the larger PSUs and motherboards.
User Friendliness
The case has the relocatable I/O panel, which I don’t recall any other case vendor having come up with the idea. The I/O can be placed at the top or bottom, wherever you find it comfortable. The second thing, which is very nice to have, is the included adjustable GPU support for vertical and horizontal graphics cards. The top and the bottom mounting plates are removable, meaning you can install the fans outside the case. Lian-Li has also provided the vertical mounting bracket in the accessories.
Redesigned Airflow
This case has a slanted bottom to channel airflow directly to the graphics card. It also helps the vertically mounted graphics cards in terms of cooling. The case also now supports the 360mm Radiators. The previous version had limited compatibility with ATX motherboards.
Aesthetics & Few Changes
V2 retains a similar pillar-less design, identical to V1, and features a similar frameless glass at the front and sides. There are also changes to the I/O ports; the V2 now supports 2x USB 3.0, 1x USB-C (3.2). The previous version used USB-C (3.1) and kept the same HD Audio and Power Button. The case also has a removable bottom dust filter tray. Top and side dust filters are built-in and cannot be removed, unlike the V1 version. There is also a large rubber grommet at the bottom for the GPU cable routing. There is now only one large rubber grommet on the front, which has the adjustable 24-pin cable support bracket to maintain a clear interior layout.
Performance
Lian-Li O11D Mini V2 demonstrates excellent performance in overall tests, especially in noise-normalized tests. At a lower noise level, it still exhibited better performance. I’m also impressed with the Lian-Li included fans here. I did not expect them to be that good, to be honest, as most of the time when case manufacturers include the fans, they are for the light show.
Value
Lian-Li O11D Mini V2 is launched at $89.99; however, the flow version costs $99.99, which includes five high-performance fans. I can’t understand the logic behind pricing these casings at only $10 apart. The base model does not make sense, but O11D Mini V2 Flow is an excellent choice at this price.
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Nvidia will not let you change graphics settings on its native app if you are under 18.
This new mandate is in line with the Online Safety Act introduced by the UK government.
Some users are saying this may apply to GeForce Now instead of the app, but no assumption is certified.
Increasing censorship has become a massive problem in the gaming world, with Visa and Mastercard being the latest corporations at the end of this backlash after they decided to ban Japanese adult games from Steam. Major companies like Capcom have also been censoring titles despite many creators being against it.
Nvidia has taken this a step further, however, with a new company mandate that doesn’t even give graphics card access to children.
Why it matters: Putting necessary and harmless things like graphics card settings isn’t safe, only dystopian.
You have to be an adult to enjoy games as you prefer.
People under 18 can no longer use the Nvidia app to change drivers, rendering them unable to alter graphics card settings. According to a post on Reddit, this is because of the new Online Safety Act, which the UK implemented recently.
Many replies on the Reddit thread complained that this is less about protecting children and more about removing anonymity from online spaces. Other users stated that this might affect the Nvidia GeForce Now and not the app or the control panel itself.
Whatever the case, putting something as trivial as a graphics card setting is a confusing move from the company. The problem of censorship has been rampant in the industry recently, with titles like Onimusha 2 and Assassin’s Creed: Shadows using it excessively and feeling the brunt of their mistakes.
Stellar Blade almost became the victim of censorship on Steam.
Do you think censorship is essential for games, or should it be abolished altogether? Tell us in the comments below or head to the Tech4Gamers forum for discussion.
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Battlefield 6 supports 60FPS across all consoles, with performance mode even exceeding those framerates.
It’s pretty surprising for Xbox Series S to be included in the target framerates, given how weak the developers believe the console to be.
Overall, the developers aimed to optimise the game equally while making it visually stunning.
With such flashy visuals and destruction, fans have been speculating about Battlefield 6’s performance, also considering how past entries have been severely unoptimised at release.
Battlefield 6 will be an exception, however. According to a developer working on the game, the game is guaranteed to feature 60FPS across all consoles and can even exceed 60FPS in performance mode.
Why it matters: Battlefield 6 is shaping up to be one of the most visually stunning releases ever. It’s unusual and surprising for EA to put in equal amounts of effort optimising the release for it to support more than 60FPS on consoles.
Talking to Tech & Co, Battlefield Studio’s principal game designer, Florian Le Bihan, said that optimisation has been the biggest priority for the studio while working on Battlefield 6.
Uh, we want to make sure that it’s not just a game that’s graphically super beautiful, but it’s also a game that runs on all configurations
The most surprising revelation was that the developer confirmed 60+FPS across all consoles, even the Xbox Series S. The budget console has been notorious among studios, with some claiming that it holds back development.
Previous reports also revealed that the PS5 Pro was able to output around 120FPS while running Battlefield 6. The game was running with VRR enabled, and the framerate was quite variable, suggesting it was likely running in performance mode.
EA Thought Battlefield 6 Had A Chance To Go Against GTA 6
Overall, Battlefield 6 is looking to be the most ambitious entry in the series, with EA finally giving fans what they wanted, especially considering how the franchise was at its lowest point after the disastrous launch of Battlefield 2042
EA considers Battlefield 6 a direct successor to the series’ pinnacle, offering a proper, grounded military experience. The publisher is quite confident in their work, to the point where they want the game to reach 100 million players.
What are your thoughts on this report? Are you excited that the game will run at higher framerates? Let us know in the comments below, or at the official Tech4Gamers Forums.
