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Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Tom's Guide
The RTX 5090 is the best graphics card I've ever owned — but there's a catch for living room PC gamers
Just as Terminator 2: Judgment Day predicted back in ye olden days of 1991, the future belongs to AI. That could be a problem for Nvidia RTX 50-series GPUs, even when it comes to the best consumer graphics card money can buy. I was 'fortunate' enough to pick up an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 a couple of months ago. I use those semi-joking apostrophes because I merely had to pay $650 over MSRP for the new overlord of GPUs. Lucky me. Before you factor in the 5090's frame-generating AI voodoo (which I'll get to), it's important to give credit to Team Green for assembling an utter beastly piece of silicon. Around 30% more powerful than the RTX 4090 — the previous graphics card champ — there's no denying it's an astonishing piece of kit. Whether you're gaming on one of the best TVs at 120 FPS or one of the best gaming monitors at 240 fps and above, the RTX 5090 has been designed for the most ludicrously committed hardcore gamers. And wouldn't you know it? I just happen to fall into this aforementioned, horribly clichéd category. So I have a PC similar to the build our lab tester Matt Murray constructed (he even posted a handy how-to on building a PC) — packing the 5090, AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, and 64GB DDR5 RAM on a Gigabyte X870 Aorus motherboard. In terms of the screens I play on, I have two. For the desk, I've got an Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED with a max 240Hz refresh rate, but most of the time, I'll be in living room mode with my LG G3 OLED's max 120Hz refresh rate. The main selling point of Nvidia's latest flagship product is DLSS 4's Multi Frame Generation tech. Taking advantage of sophisticated AI features, Nvidia's RTX 50 cards are capable of serving up blistering frame rates that simply can't be achieved through brute force hardware horsepower. Multi Frame Generation — and I promise that's the last time I capitalize Team Green's latest buzz phrase — feels like the biggest (and most contentious) development to hit the PC gaming scene in ages. The tech has only been out for a few months and there are already over 100 titles that support Nvidia's ambitious AI wizardry. How does it work? Depending on the setting you choose, an additional 1-3 AI-driven frames of gameplay will be rendered for every native frame your GPU draws. This can lead to colossal onscreen FPS counts, even in the most demanding games. Doom: The Dark Ages, Cyberpunk 2077, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Half-Life 2 RTX — some of the most graphically intense titles around can now be played at incredibly high frame rates with full ray tracing engaged. That's mainly thanks to multi frame generation. So I got into the games (turn off Vsync for the best results). For more specific context, these figures were taken from Doom's Forsaken Plain level, Indy's Marshall College section during a particularly challenging path traced scene, driving around downtown Night City in Cyberpunk, and Gorden's mesmerizing new take on Ravenholm. All games tested at 4K (Max settings, DLSS Balanced) Cyberpunk 2077 Doom: The Dark Ages Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Half-Life 2 RTX demo Frame gen off (Average frame rate / latency) 58 FPS / 36-47 ms 95 FPS / 37-48 ms 85 FPS / 33-40 ms 75 FPS / 26-3 ms Frame gen x2 (Average frame rate / latency) 130 FPS / 29-42 ms 160 FPS / 51-58 ms 140 FPS / 35-46 ms 130 FPS / 29-42 ms Frame gen x3 (Average frame rate / latency) 195 FPS / 37-52 ms 225 FPS / 54-78 ms 197 FPS / 43-53 ms 195 FPS / 37-52 ms Frame gen x4 (Average frame rate / latency) 240 FPS / 41-60 ms 270 FPS / 56-92 ms 243 FPS / 44-57 ms 240 FPS / 41-60 ms These are ludicrous frame rates — limited only by either my LG G3 OLED's max 120Hz refresh rate, or even the sky high 240Hz on my Samsung Odyssey G9 OLED in a couple circumstances. There is a catch, though, which goes back to the ways that I play. Despite my frame rate counter showing seriously impressive numbers, the in-game experiences often don't feel as smooth as I expected. As much as I've tried to resist, I've become increasingly obsessed with the excellent Nvidia app (and more specifically) its statistics overlay while messing around with multi frame gen of late. These stats let you monitor FPS, GPU and CPU usage, and most crucially for me, latency. Also known as input lag, latency measures the time it takes a game to register the press of a button on one of the best PC game controllers or the click of a key/mouse in milliseconds. If your latency is high, movement is going to feel sluggish, regardless of how lofty your frame rate is. And that situation is compounded on my TV. The high frame rate is glorious on my monitor, but when locked to 120Hz, you don't get the perceived smoother motion of those additional frames — creating a disconnect that makes that latency a bit more noticeable. If you own one of the best gaming PCs and want to enjoy a rich ray traced experience with acceptable input lag at responsive frame rates on your TV, my advice would be to aim for the frame gen level that is as close to your maximum refresh rate as possible. For all the games I tested, that would be 2x. At this level, I find latency hovers around the mid 30s but never exceeds 60 ms, which feels as snappy in that kind of living room gaming setup. Crank up the multi frame gen set to either x4 or x3 setting, and there's a depreciation of what you get here, as the latency becomes more visibly prevalent at the restricted refresh rate using one of the best gaming mice. Flip to a 240Hz monitor, however, and the difference is night and day, as the latency remains at a responsive level alongside those AI-injected frames for a buttery smooth experience. And now, we've got to talk about path tracing — it's already blowing minds in Doom: The Dark Ages, and it's prevalent in the likes of Cyberpunk and Doctor Jones' enjoyable romp. It's essentially the 'pro level' form of ray tracing, this lighting algorithm can produce in-game scenes that look staggeringly authentic. Given the demands of this tech on your GPU, the most graphically exciting development in PC gaming for years will most likely demand you use DLSS 4's x4 or x3 AI frame-generating settings to maintain high frame rates in future implementations. I wasn't surprised that path tracing floored me in CD Projekt Red's seedy yet sensational open-world — I was messing with its path traced photo mode long before DLSS 4 arrived. The quality of the effect cranked to the max in The Great Circle knocked my socks off, though. That stunning screenshot a few paragraphs above is from the game's second level, set in Indy's Marshall College. During a segment where Jones and his vexed buddy Marcus search for clues following a robbery, path tracing gets to really flex its muscles in a sun-dappled room full of antiquities. Dropping down to the highest form of more traditional ray tracing, I was genuinely shocked at just how much more convincing the path traced equivalent looked. So while the technology matures, I hope Nvidia continues to work to reduce latency at these middle-of-the-road frame rates too, so that this AI trickery really hits the spot when maxed out. To be clear to those on the ropes about buying an RTX 5090 — just as we've said in our reviews of the RTX 5060 Ti, 5070 and 5070 Ti, if you own a 40 series-equivalent GPU, you should stick with your current card. You may not get that multi-frame gen goodness, but with DLSS 4 running through its veins, you still get the benefits of Nvidia's latest form of supersampling and its new Transformer model — delivering considerably better anti-aliasing while being less power-hungry than the existing Legacy edition. I don't want to end on a total downer though, so I'll give credit where its due. If you're on a monitor with a blisteringly refresh rate though, I'll admit multi frame generation might be a good suit for your setup. My fondness for the RTX 5090 is only matched by Hannibal Lecter's delight in chowing down on human livers. But for those who hot switch between the desk and the couch like I do, make sure you tweak those settings reflective of your refresh rate.
The Star
11-07-2025
- Business
- The Star
Tough times call for tough decisions
Productive discussion: Tengku Zafrul (fifth from right) in Washington with United States senior official for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation ambassador Matt Murray (fourth from right) and other Malaysian and US delegates. MALAYSIA is at a pivotal moment in redefining its economic relationship with the United States, its second-largest foreign investor and export market. Time is of the essence, and Malaysia must make a tough decision – either to resist US demands or compromise on its 'red lines.' Cancel anytime. Ad-free. Full access to Web and App. RM 13.90/month RM 9.73 /month Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter. RM 12.39/month RM 8.63 /month Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Matt Murray opens up on why playing for the Leafs meant everything to his family in tearful farewell
Matt Murray calls playing for the Maple Leafs 'incredibly special' in tearful farewell. (Sean Kilpatrick/CP) It's not often that a goodbye in pro sports feels this personal. But when Matt Murray reflected on his time with the Toronto Maple Leafs, it wasn't about stats or trophies, it was about his dad, his kids, and the jersey that meant everything. Now officially heading to Seattle to join the Kraken, Murray opened up in a recent interview about how much playing in Toronto meant to him. And honestly? It might be one of the most heartfelt exits Leafs Nation has ever seen. The Leafs weren't just a team, they were part of his family history For Murray, wearing the Maple Leafs jersey wasn't just about career milestones. It was about honoring memories. 'It was my dad's favorite team, and it was the first NHL game I ever went to with him,' he said on The JD Bunkis Podcast . 'It had a special place in my heart... it wasn't much of a consideration for me [to sign].' That emotional connection made Toronto feel like more than just another stop in his NHL journey, it was a full-circle moment. Murray also shared that one of his most treasured memories wasn't a save or a win, it was simply his young kids getting to see him in that jersey. 'They were young, but they got to see me play. And that's incredibly special for me.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo It's not every day that you hear a pro athlete boil his legacy down to a family moment, but for Murray, it's clear that's what mattered most. What's next for Murray and why Toronto will always stay with him Now signed with the Seattle Kraken, Murray is entering a new chapter in his career, but his message to Leafs fans was full of gratitude. He said he "enjoyed every second" in Toronto and left with zero regrets, just memories that will last a lifetime. For fans who followed his injury battles and started with the Leafs, this goodbye is a reminder that the human side of hockey matters just as much as the game. Also read - How to watch NHL vs. KHL 'Match of the Year' live on July 13 — full time, stream and rosters For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Al Arabiya
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Al Arabiya
Ryan Lindgren plans to bring his defensive-minded ways to the Seattle Kraken
Ryan Lindgren might come from a family of goalies, but the newest addition to the Seattle Kraken blue line knew from an early age he didn't have much of a future in net. His older brother Charlie is a goalie with the Washington Capitals. The younger Lindgren–who signed a four-year, $18 million contract with the Kraken on Tuesday–figured out his talents were better suited for the blue line than between the pipes when he was a little kid. 'I think I let in probably 10 or 11 goals,' Lindgren said Wednesday afternoon via Zoom. 'After the final goal I kind of laid there on the ice and was crying. My dad had to come out, get me up. And ever since then I never put on the pads again.' It won't be the younger Lindgren bolstering the goaltending depth for Seattle. That distinction belongs to veteran goalie Matt Murray, whom the Kraken signed to a one-year contract through the 2025–26 season. Instead, the defensive-minded Lindgren, 27, will be asked to aid a squad that struggled to keep pucks out of the net last year. In 2024–25, the Kraken allowed 3.20 goals against per game, which ranked 24th in the NHL. Lindgren was never one to light the lamp all that frequently across six-plus years with the New York Rangers, nor in his short time with the Colorado Avalanche this spring. He's tallied 14 goals and 88 assists across 405 career NHL games. Don't expect either figure to increase drastically during Lindgren's tenure in Seattle. 'I'm not going to change anything about my game,' Lindgren said. 'I just want to go out there and compete every night, do the best that I can and do what I can to keep the puck out of our own net. Obviously that's my biggest role is being a defensive defenseman.' When Lindgren was in New York, he frequently partnered with Adam Fox, winner of the 2021 Norris Trophy. It remains to be seen whom Lindgren will partner with in Seattle, but he intends to make the most of training camp and build chemistry with the rest of the Kraken defensemen. For as much time as Lindgren spent in the Big Apple, he received an introductory course on changing teams when joining the Colorado Avalanche in March ahead of the trade deadline. 'Yeah, I think it's really exciting to have that new opportunity,' Lindgren said. 'I played with Foxy for the majority of my NHL career, and that was a lot of fun. But now it's time to move on and play with someone new.' So too is Lindgren ready to move forward from a bit of a down 2024–25 season. Unlike each of his first five full NHL seasons, in which Lindgren logged at least a plus-16 rating, he posted a career-worst neutral rating last year. Lindgren described his most recent campaign as a 'roller coaster,' and that breaking his jaw in a preseason game hardly did him any favors. 'That was a long, hard process to kind of get back from that,' he said. Now Lindgren said he feels great physically and is looking forward to bringing his defensive prowess to the Emerald City, such as a willingness to block shots. He'll do so under a somewhat familiar face, too, in coach Lane Lambert, who was previously at the helm for one of the Rangers' top rivals, the New York Islanders. 'I'm really excited to play for him and talking to him yesterday it was a really good conversation,' Lindgren said. 'Just excited to get it going.'
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Ryan Lindgren plans to bring his defensive-minded ways to Seattle Kraken
FILE - Colorado Avalanche defenseman Ryan Lindgren (55) controls the puck in the first period in Game 7 of a first-round NHL hockey playoff series against the Dallas Stars, May 3, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, File) SEATTLE (AP) — Ryan Lindgren might come from a family of goalies, but the newest addition to the Seattle Kraken blue line knew from an early age he didn't have much of a future in net. His older brother, Charlie, is a goalie with the Washington Capitals. The younger Lindgren — who signed a four-year, $18 million contract with the Kraken on Tuesday — figured out his talents were better suited for the blue line than between the pipes when he was a little kid. Advertisement 'I think I let in probably 10 or 11 goals,' Lindgren said Wednesday afternoon via Zoom. 'After the final goal, I kind of laid there on the ice and was crying. My dad had to come out, get me up. And ever since then, I never put on the pads again.' It won't be the younger Lindgren bolstering the goaltending depth for Seattle. That distinction belongs to veteran goalie Matt Murray, who the Kraken signed to a one-year contract through the 2025-26 season. Instead, the defensive-minded Lindgren, 27, will be asked to aid a squad that struggled to keep pucks out of the net last year. In 2024-25, the Kraken allowed 3.20 goals against per game, which ranked 24th in the NHL. Lindgren was never one to light the lamp all that frequently across 6-plus years with the New York Rangers, nor in his short time with the Colorado Avalanche this spring. He's tallied 14 goals and 88 assists across 405 career NHL games. Don't expect either figure to increase drastically during Lindgren's tenure in Seattle. Advertisement 'I'm not going to change anything about my game,' Lindgren said. 'I just want to go out there and compete every night, do the best that I can and do what I can to keep the puck out of our own net. Obviously, that's my biggest role, is being a defensive defenseman.' When Lindgren was in New York, he frequently partnered with Adam Fox, winner of the 2021 Norris Trophy. It remains to be seen who Lindgren will partner with in Seattle, but he intends to make the most of training camp and build chemistry with the rest of the Kraken defensemen. For as much time as Lindgren spent in the Big Apple, he received an introductory course on changing teams when joining the Colorado Avalanche in March ahead of the trade deadline. 'Yeah, I think it's really exciting to have that new opportunity,' Lindgren said. 'I played with Foxy for the majority of my NHL career, and that was a lot of fun. But, now it's time to move on and play with someone new.' Advertisement So, too, is Lindgren ready to move forward from a bit of a down 2024-25 season. Unlike each of his first five full NHL seasons in which Lindgren logged at least a plus-16 rating, he posted a career-worst neutral rating last year. Lindgren described his most recent campaign as a roller coaster, and that breaking his jaw in a preseason game hardly did him any favors. 'That was a long, hard process to kind of get back from that,' he said. Now, Lindgren said he feels great physically and is looking forward to bringing his defensive prowess to the Emerald City, such as a willingness to block shots. He'll do so under a somewhat familiar face, too, in coach Lane Lambert, who was previously at the helm for one of the Rangers' top rivals, the New York Islanders. 'I'm really excited to play for him and talking to him yesterday, it was a really good conversation,' Lindgren said. 'Just excited to get it going.' ___ AP NHL:
