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It’s a battle of two performance giants that offer the very best at what they do, and one that all gamers face when deciding on a new processor for their gaming rig – AMD or Intel?
This dilemma is one that Singapore technology pioneer AFTERSHOCK PC understands well, owing to its speciality in hardware customisation, offering users the ability to fine-tune their dream machines according to their personal performance preferences.
With its latest lineup of ready-to-ship gaming laptops, AFTERSHOCK is catering to both gaming factions with the Apex 16R and Forge 16X, harnessing the power of the latest AMD Ryzen 9 and Intel Core i7 processors, respectively. Regardless of CPU choice, both offerings come equipped with NVIDIA’s newest GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, bringing a suite of AI-enhanced Blackwell architecture technologies, including DLSS 4 and Multi Frame Generation, amplifying the gaming experience on portable hardware.
AFTERSHOCK’s latest portable gaming powerhouses are now available and customisable on its website, with some ready-to-ship builds even eligible for same-day delivery, so gamers can hop in with minimal downtime. Those who wish to have a first-hand feel before they commit can also swing by the showroom at Suntec City, where they can try out and purchase an RTX 50 Series laptop and take it home on the spot.
Aftershock Apex 16R: The AMD Beast
Marking the next leap in technology following the Apex 15R, the all-new Apex 16R takes power to a new level with its AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 16-core, 32-thread processor with a maximum clock speed of up to 5.3GHz, complemented by the raw graphical fidelity of an NVIDIA RTX 5060 or RTX 5070 laptop GPU to deliver smooth gaming experiences alongside full ray-tracing for ultimate immersion.
Gaming isn’t just about processing power alone, as having an immersive viewing experience is vital too, and the Apex 16R delivers outstanding visuals with its 16-inch QHD (2,560 x 1,600) 300Hz refresh rate screen for not only smooth, but also colour-accurate visuals with its 100% DCI-P3 coverage.
When it comes to aesthetics, the Apex 16R presents a balance of minimalism and function, with a clean anodised aluminium chassis built for both durability and effective heat dissipation during bouts of intense gaming. For that added touch of gamer flair, the laptop’s silent tactile keyboard also boasts an RGB four-zone full colour illumination to let users express their personality, with the laptop also including a respectable suite of ports (3 x USB-A 3.2, 2 x USB-C 3.2, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Mini PD 2.1a, 1 x Ethernet slot, 1 x 3.5mm audio jack) to satisfy a gamer’s connectivity needs.
The Aftershock Apex 16R is available at the starting price of S$1,799 for the RTX 5060 model and S$2,025 for the RTX 5070 build.
Aftershock Forge 16X: Masterful Intel Performance
For those looking to throw their chips in with Intel, the Forge 16X packs a mean processing machine underneath its unassuming full-black, 2.2kg chassis, presenting the perfect all-rounder between performance and portability. Powered by the latest 16-core, 24-thread Intel Core i7 14650HX CPU with clock speeds of up to 5.2GHz, it supports a choice between an NVIDIA RTX 5050, RTX 5060, or RTX 5070 laptop GPU, offering maximum flexibility for both casual and hardcore gamers.
For esports enthusiasts or the avid multiplayer competitor, the Forge 16X offers unbeatable connectivity with support for Wi-Fi 7, providing wireless connected speeds of up to 46 Gbps and Multi-Link Operation (MLO) to reduce latency while improving stability, ensuring that players can dominate the battlefield online while unhindered by dropouts.
In the fast-paced, competitive gaming environment, players can also stay ahead of the game with the laptop’s upgraded 16-inch 240Hz QHD (2560 x 1600) narrow bezel display, offering smoother, more detailed visuals with sharper clarity, all while providing more screen real estate for maximum immersion in game.
With three GPU variants on offer, the Aftershock Forge 16X also caters to a variety of budgets, with a starting price of S$1,499 for the RTX 5050 model, S$1,699 for the RTX 5060 build, and S$1,950 for the RTX 5070 variant.
No matter which processor tribe you hail from, Aftershock offers a versatile portable gaming machine for everyone. With additional GPU options to suit both casual, budget-conscious gamers and avid AAA title enthusiasts, the Apex 16R and Forge 16X present the latest in laptop innovation, allowing players to stay ahead of the game, no matter where the road takes them.
Regardless of choice, waiting weeks for a laptop to arrive is now a thing of the past with this ready-to-ship range, which also includes same-day delivery, and for those looking to try before they buy, the Aftershock PC showroom at Suntec City offers that same level of convenience as a one-stop shop where customers can test out a laptop first-hand and bring it home all in a single shopping trip, because gaming is best enjoyed when it’s fuss-free.
Kevin is a reformed PC Master Race gamer with a penchant for franchise “duds” like Darksiders III and Dead Space 3. He has made it his life-long mission to play every single major game release – lest his wallet dies trying.
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