The Xbox One X GPU allows 4K without compromise, more RAM allows the assets to load instantly

More RAM helps us hide art objects so they are instantly available if needed.

The Xbox One X is a really powerful machine - the terms "beast" and "the most powerful console ever made" have been used repeatedly to describe it, after all. But the numbers and specifications are accurate, the numbers and the specifications. If not without a wider context, then when we had the opportunity to talk to Chris Wilson, producer of Grinding Gear Games, who is currently working on Path of Exile (coming on Xbox One), we decided To ask him Extra The power of The material can mean for the games.

As far as the GPU is concerned, and what this can be for games and developers, Wilson said: "There are two types of benefits. The first is that games that run at 1080p can now run at 4K without compromise. The second is this extra graphic power Can be used for games to look even better than before. This is something we will look at over time with Path of Exile - pushing the limits of the hardware.

In truth, being able to execute 4K games in Provencal is a great advantage graphically, especially when one moves towards a push for 4K. However, that's not all, either - Wilson also discussed the higher RAM in the console, with 9 GB on 12 GB available and usable for games.

"More RAM helps us to cache art assets so that they are instantly available if needed," he said. "This is important when players decide to visit the areas they have visited recently, or if they enter an area that contains art goods that are shared with another they have been recent. Medium) has enough RAM for some domains to stay in memory, but the 9 GB available here push it a lot. "

It's hard not to agree with him, and it's hard not to agree with the statement that Xbox One X is really an excellent system, with an untapped power that could be extremely beneficial not only for The way the games look like but also on how they play. We can only hope that games that exploit their power and that they come out soon.

$ 49 Windows Tablets, $ 1,000 PC Discounts and 50% of Xbox Games Feature Microsoft Offers

Microosft's 12 Days of Deals unlock daily.

Black Friday and Cyber ​​Monday may have come and gone. But that has not prevented Microsoft from publishing some rather surprising deals in the next 12 days, half of which will need to visit a Microsoft brick-and-mortar store to score.


Since the offers begin on December 5, you have until Monday to plan your purchases. And you will also need to plan them: The 12 days of offers are unlocked every day and are only good "while supplies last". Of course, you'll have to line up in a Microsoft physical store if you want to jot down a "doorbuster."


Some of the offers are worth it. Microsoft will offer up to $ 1,000 off select PCs on two separate days, for example, and there are also a number of half-game offers on Xbox One games. Another interesting deal is a $ 49 Windows tablet on Friday , December 9. Microsoft's best deals, however, are shrouded in mystery: the company is not revealing which tablet will be $ 49 or which PC will be discounted by $ 1,000.

Why this is important:

Apple entered into the Black Friday deals this year, offering gift cards for $ 150 of Macs and smaller quantities for the iPad Pro, Apple Watch and others. But Microsoft goes far beyond that, not only with its own products but also with those of its partners.

12 days of Microsoft offers

Next, we have listed every daily deal as well as our comments. Monday, December 5: $ 1,000 PCs; Doorbuster: $ 50 Off JBL Bluetooth Speaker More than 2,000 reviewers have given the JBL Flip 2 portable speaker to an average of 4.5 stars on Amazon, so if you're looking for a Bluetooth speaker, this is a lot. And $ 1,000 of a PC is worth a visit to the online store, too. PC prices start at $ 199, though the $ 199 offer could be applied to the Lenovo Ideapad 110, which is Tuesday's deal.

Tuesday, December 6: $ 199 Lenovo IdeaPad 110 ($ 100 off); Doorbuster: FitBit Blaze

You are likely to skip this deal, unless you are in the market for a FitBit. We reviewed the Lenovo IdeaPad 100 last year, and this is a cheap laptop designed to compete with Chromebooks. We did not particularly like it.

Wednesday, December 7: 50% discount on Xbox One games; Doorbuster: $ 50 off Groove Music

Microsoft is not saying which games will be in the middle, although we suspect they will be games like Re / Core that have mixed reviews. Prices, reportedly, start at $ 19.99. It's worth looking at the Xbox store that day, well, if you're the type who prefers the downloads rather than the prices they can apply there as well. This agreement with Groove Music is solid, although the $ 50 discount comes in the form of a Microsoft Store gift card. Groove is usually $ 99 for a one-year subscription, and some of the "Your Groove" features have put it on par with Spotify.

Thursday, December 8: $ 250 discount on Core M devices; Doorbuster: $ 25 off Xbox Live Gold

Personally I consider that an Intel Core M is the minimum threshold for computing Windows tablets, with enough power for work at home and in the office and even some fairly lightweight games. We have reviewed several solid Core M tablets, including the HP Elite x2. They are not so cheap, so a discount makes sense. The Xbox Live Gold discount is also a gift card. There are a number of cheap alternatives to an annual gold sub, so this door is less impressive. Heck, with Microsoft Rewards, you can get Live Gold for free.

Friday, December 9th: 70% discount on Windows tablets, $ 49 model; Door:

$ 79 Lumia 650 I am definitely more intrigued by the deals on this day, just because we have no idea what they are. A 70 percent discount is worth visiting online. The Lumia 650 door, however, is a kind of throwaway.

Saturday, December 10: $ 250 Windows Premium; Doorbuster: Office 365 Home

Windows Premium Collection laptops and tablets are Microsoft curated and shipped free of third-party crapware that may affect devices sold by retailers. This can only be worth it. Microsoft is not specifying Office discounts, so I would stay at home for this doorbuster.

Sunday, December 11: $ 25 for Xbox wireless controllers; Doorbuster: $ 179 Xbox One

Driver discount is another gift card. The doorbuster, however, might be worth taking a look at, especially if you are in the market for a new Xbox One. Note that these discounts only seemingly apply to the 500 GB models, but they are a true $ 120 Off, for a total price of $ 179, not a gift card. If this discount does not appeal to you, you can wait until Monday, when Microsoft offers ...

Monday, December 12: $ 50 off (and two games) with Xbox One; Doorbuster: $ 25 Gift Card

Another intriguing day of deals, especially if you are in the market for a new Xbox. Again, there is no indication if the Xbox One S is in play here, or if this only applies to older models. Why not get a free gift card, however, and ask in person? Just be there early.

Tuesday, December 13: $ 100 card with Live / Rift; Doorbuster: FitBit Cargo HR discount

Microsoft offers a code or $ 100 gift card with the purchase of a HTC Live ($ 799) or Oculus Rift ($ 599) with in-store demonstrations. Door knock is an undisclosed deal on the FitBit HR load. Straw.

Wednesday, December 14: $ 1,000 away from gaming PCs; Doorbuster: $ 19.99 Microsoft Games

Another treatment that is worth visiting online, although we do not know yet what the gaming PCs will offer. Prices start at $ 799, though. The $ 19.99 portability applies to Quantum Break, Halo 5 and Forza Motorsport 6, all of which are big budget titles that primarily offer.

Thursday, December 15: 40% discount on Dell computers; Door: $ 299 Acer Jade Primo

Prices start at $ 199 for these Dell PCs, which are part of the Microsoft non-crapware Singature Edition series. (No, we do not know what models.) The carrier is the Acer Liquid Jade Primo phone, whose mediocre camera really puts a damper on the deal.

Friday, December 16: Free $ 160 Type Cover; Doorbuster: $ 50 Gift Card

If you're in the neighborhood, you can also head down and pick up a free gift card, that's an Xbox One game. Otherwise, if you're in the market for a Surface Pro 4, you may as well grab your free Type covering; It is a virtual need, and a Microsoft charges extra for.