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It’s the final day of eBay’s Plus Weekend sale, so if you’re a Plus member, you have until midnight tonight (June 2) to shop the savings. To our surprise, some limited-time deals are still available, including price cuts on a Dell gaming monitor, the Dyson Supersonic and the Samsung Galaxy S21.

There’s more to this sale though, as eBay is also offering 20% off millions of items on the site. These offers will end midnight tonight, so time is running out if you want to score a bargain.

TechRadar’s Australian deals team is here to help you hunt down these discounts, and we’ve listed all our best finds on this page. Most deals listed here are exclusive to eBay Plus subscribers, but no sweat if you’re not a member, you can still take advantage by signing up to a free 30-day trial of the service.

eBay discount codes this week

eBay Plus Weekend: best deals

Laptops, PCs & peripherals

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Apple MacBook Air M1 | 8GB RAM / 256GB SSD | AU$1,499 AU$1,387.78 at Wireless1 on eBay (save AU$111.22)

Packing Apple's astonishing M1 processor, the latest MacBook Airs can outperform Intel laptops that cost more than twice their price -- which is why they sit at the very top of our list of best laptops of 2021. You can score AU$111 off the RRP of this 256GB model in silver or gold with coupon code PLUSCC1. If you'd prefer the 512GB version, you can get AU$100 off with the same code, bringing it down to AU$1,749.

Gaming

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New Pokémon Snap (Nintendo Switch) | AU$74.95 AU$45 on The Gamesmen eBay (save AU$29.95)

Remember Pokémon Snap for Nintendo 64? The game has just been revamped for Switch, though aside from new tracks and much better visuals, not much has changed from the original version. The game is easy to learn, and while it can get quite repetitive, it should be a hit with Pokémon-loving kids. Save almost AU$30 when you buy with the code PLUSPOKE.

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FIFA 21 on PS4 or Xbox One | AU$49.95 AU$15 on The Gamesmen eBay (save AU$34.95)

This is one of the lowest prices we can remember seeing on this year’s FIFA instalment – just AU$15 for the game for both PS4 and Xbox One. Shooting has significantly improved in FIFA 21, and player movement feels more free. To nab the game, Plus members just need the code PLUSFIFA.

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Dell 27-inch gaming monitor (S2721DGF) | AU$799 AU$359 on Dell eBay (save AU$440)

This gaming monitor just got much more affordable, with Dell slashing AU$440 off the RRP. It’s a 27-inch IPS panel, with a 165Hz refresh rate to keep fast-moving visuals looking clear. It’s also got support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro to minimise screen tearing. This already discounted monitor has been reduced further, just enter the code PLUSMONITOR to snag the full discount.

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Xiaomi Mi 34-inch curved gaming monitor | AU$539 AU$489 on eBay (save AU$50)

This curved gaming monitor stretches 34 inches, offering up plenty of screen real estate. With 1440p screen resolution, a 144Hz refresh rate and FreeSync support, you can enjoy games at a high frame rate without being tripped up by tearing. Screen brightness comes in at up to 300 nits for a clear, vivid picture. Plus members can save AU$50 when using the code PLUSCC1.

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Razer BlackWidow Chroma | AU$149 AU$95.40 on Razer eBay (save AU$53.60)

This is the 2019 edition of Razer’s BlackWidow mechanical gaming keyboard, and it comes with tactile and clicky green switches. The keys are fully customisable, and Razer promises they have an 80 million keystroke lifespan. There’s now a huge saving to be had for eBay Plus members, just enter the code PLUSTI20 at checkout to save just over AU$50.

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Razer BlackWidow V3 Pro | AU$299 AU$191.40 on Razer eBay (save AU$107.60)

This is a premium wireless mechanical keyboard, with flashy Razer RGB on display. It's available with green switches or yellow switches, and while it can connect to your PC via Bluetooth or Razer's own HyperSpeed wireless tech, you can also use USB-C, if you fancy it. Plus members can save a huge AU$107 by using the code PLUSTI20.

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Razer DeathAdder V2 Pro | AU$159 AU$101.80 on Razer eBay (save AU$57.20)

Here's an excellent deal on this wireless gaming mouse, which we gave 4.5 stars in our review. It has impressive battery life and feels good in the hand, though there's no left hand option available. It uses Razer's excellent HyperSpeed wireless tech, so you'll be primed for first-person shooters and esports-level performance. Plus members just need the code PLUSTI20 to save.

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Razer Basilisk Ultimate | AU$199 AU$127.40 at Razer eBay (save AU$71.60)

The Razer Basilisk Ultimate is a premium wireless mouse which comes with a charging dock, and now Plus members can save AU$71 on the clicker. It's got incredible 20,000 DPI sensitivity and plenty of programmable buttons. Grab this gaming mouse with the code PLUSTI20.

Smartphones & tablets

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Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (64GB, Wi-Fi) | AU$549 AU$420 on eBay (save AU$129)

If you’re looking for an alternative to the entry-level iPad, this Android tablet could fit the bill. It ships with the S Pen stylus (unlike the Apple Pen which costs extra) so you can take notes and get creative with drawing right out of the box. Its 10.4-inch LCD display is lovely and bright, making it a good, affordable tablet for movies and TV shows. The AU$129 discount is available to Plus members with the code PLUSTI20.

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Samsung Galaxy A52 (128GB) | AU$599 AU$508.80 on eBay (save AU$90.20)

Samsung has brought nice features over to this affordable handset, including a 6.5-inch AMOLED display, solid battery life and a four-camera array on the rear. It’s also water-resistant up to the IP67 standard. The phone would usually cost you AU$599, but eBay has knocked the price for Plus members down to AU$508 for the black version, while the violet model is slightly cheaper at AU$498.40. Use the code PLUSTI20 to redeem.

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Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G (128GB) | AU$829 AU$699 on Allphones eBay (save AU$130)

The S21 series is the latest from Samsung, but if you want a much more affordable phone from the tech giant, you could turn to the S20 Fan Edition (FE). It has a few of the S20’s winning features including a brilliant camera array, a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and a powerful processor, packaged at a cheaper price point. This discount comes on the 5G model, and is available in all colours. Plus members just need the code PLUSGALAXY.

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Samsung Galaxy S21 5G (128GB) | AU$1,249 AU$959 at Allphones eBay (save AU$290)

Currently one of the best handsets in the world, the Samsung Galaxy S21 5G offers class-leading performance, ample storage and a brilliant camera within an absolutely gorgeous package. eBay Plus members can get the stunning handset in purple, pink, white and grey colour options from AU$959 (128GB) by entering the code PLUS5G at checkout.

Audio

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Huawei FreeBuds 4i + Huawei Band 4 | AU$217 AU$141.60 on eBay (save AU$75.40)

Huawei's FreeBuds 4i are a no-fuss pair of true wireless earbuds, and with good active noise cancellation, they're a much cheaper alternative to the Apple AirPods. Huawei's also offering a free Huawei Band 4 (valued at AU$59) when you purchase a pair of these earbuds. If you're an eBay Plus member, use the code PLUSTI20 to score the 'buds in either black or white.

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Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 |AU$599.95 AU$369.55 on eBay (save AU$230.40)

The Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 are the premium successor to its popular QC35 II cans. The Bose 700 offer best-in-class noise cancellation and excellent sound quality, all tucked into a stylish set of headphones. Plus members can get the silver pair for AU$369, while the white model is slightly more at AU$375. Just be sure to enter the code PLUSF5 at checkout to snag the full saving.

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Sennheiser Momentum Free | AU$99.95 AU$59 on Sennheiser eBay (save AU$40.95)

Sennheiser has brought its fantastic sound signature to this set of Bluetooth headphones. They’re designed with a neck band to keep you from losing a ‘bud while you’re out and about, though our review found they weren’t well-suited for workouts, so consider other options if that’s essential to you. Plus members just need to enter the code PLUSMOM to save.

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Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones | AU$499 AU$292 on eBay (save AU$207)

Sony's flagship headphones are no doubt its best – and by all accounts some of the best you can buy. With industry-leading noise cancellation, solid battery life, clear and detailed sound quality and plenty of other neat features. The Sony XM4's are sure to please the everyday listener and audio purists alike. Use the code PLUSTI20 to score the discount, but you'll need to be an eBay Plus member.

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Sony WF-1000XM3 | AU$299 AU$174.80 at eBay (save AU$124.20)

These are our favourite true wireless earbuds at TechRadar. They have best-in-class noise cancellation, a six-hour battery life and an excellent sound quality for a pair of earbuds. This is also the lowest price we can remember seeing on them. eBay Plus members can score a set in black for less using the code PLUSTI20.

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Apple AirPods Max | AU$899 from AU$733.60 at Sydney Mobiles eBay (save up to AU$165.40)

The Apple AirPods Max are among the best-sounding headphones we've ever tested, but their high price tag will be a sore-spot for many. If you’re keen to buy though, eBay Plus members can save up to AU$165 with the code PLUSTI20. Note that the seller is listing a price higher than Apple's RRP, but the final price is definitely better than paying AU$899 a piece. Prices vary depending on colour – pink, green and blue are AU$733.60, while grey and silver are AU$760. Another eBay seller is selling all colours for AU$759 each when using the code PLUSAIRPOD.

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Marshall Monitor II ANC | AU$499 AU$319.20 from eBay (save $179.80)

If the modern look of Sony's WH-1000XM4 isn't your jam, then consider these noise-cancelling headphones from Marshall. They boast active noise cancellation, great sound and a super comfortable design. We even went so far as to say these are "Marshall's best headphones yet". If you're an eBay Plus member, enter the code PLUSTI20 to pick them up for AU$319.

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Ultimate Ears Hyperboom | AU$599.95 AU$492 on eBay (save AU$107.95)

UE's biggest Bluetooth speaker to date is one that definitely pushes the definition of 'portable', but with that huge size comes fantastic sound with powerful bass, ample volume and some neat app-driven smarts. It's made it onto our list of the best Bluetooth speakers for good reason, and by applying PLUSTI20 you can score one for the lowest current price in Australia.

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Ultimate Ears Boom 3 | AU$199.95 AU$133.60 at Sydney Mobiles eBay (save AU$66.35)

The UE Boom 3 is waterproof and dustproof, making it a strong contender if you want a portable speaker for the outdoors. It's possible to find this Bluetooth speaker regularly on sale for as low as AU$149, but here's your chance to snag it for a little cheaper. Plus members just need to use the code PLUSTI20 at checkout.

Smart home

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Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) | AU$149 AU$110 on Mobileciti eBay (save AU$39)

The second-gen Google Nest Hub is a smart display that can track your sleep, and it also has some neat features to help you wake up in the morning and wind down at night. You can also use its 7-inch display to watch Netflix or YouTube, and when it’s not in use, it makes for a great digital photo frame. Plus members can score it in chalk or charcoal using the code PLUSNEST to save AU$39.

TVs & soundbars

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LG OLED55BX 55-inch OLED TV | AU$2,795 AU$1,895 at The Good Guys eBay (save AU$900)

LG's clearing out its 2020-model OLED tellies, which means you can find this 55-inch BX model widely discounted – although this AU$1,895 price from The Good Guys eBay store is the lowest we've seen anywhere. This is a fantastic set (as we've said in our 4.5-star LG BX OLED review) for a very nice price – choosing delivery will add AU$35, but that's still a fantastic bargain. Use the code PLUSCC1 at checkout to score this deal.

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Yamaha YAS 209 soundbar + subwoofer | AU$649 AU$420.80 on eBay (save AU$228.20)

Yamaha's YAS-209 soundbar and subwoofer combination has a surprisingly big soundstage, and we gave it a strong four-star review. It's equipped with DTS Virtual:X and Amazon Alexa capabilities, rounding out the package. For eBay Plus members, use the code PLUSTI20 to save.

Cameras

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DJI Tello | AU$169 AU$119 on DJI eBay (save AU$50)

The DJI Tello – also known as the Ryze Tello – is a choice drone for beginners. It’s compact and lightweight, and our review found the flight controls to be nice and responsive. We found it lacked stability in the wind though, with even the slightest gust sweeping it away. It can take 5MP stills and 720p HD video, so while recording quality isn’t great, it should satisfy those who just want the basics. Use the code PLUSDRONE to save AU$50.

Wearables

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Fitbit Sense | AU$449 AU$416.10 on eBay (save AU$32.90)

The Fitbit Sense is the brand’s most advanced smartwatch to date. What makes the Sense standout is its emphasis on mental wellbeing, with mindfulness and meditation tools as well as physical workout tracking. While this isn't a big discount, eBay Plus members can save just under AU$33 with the checkout code PLUSF5.

Appliances

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Philips Airfryer Premium XXL | AU$329 AU$263.20 on eBay (save AU$65.80)

Keen to see what all the fuss over air fryers is about? The Philips Airfryer Premium XXL has a 1.4kg capacity, so it’s big enough to fry food for a family. It also gets the job done quickly and without the need for a large amount of oil, it’s healthier too. Plus members can snag this AU$65 discount on eBay, just checkout with the code PLUSTI20.

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Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer | AU$549 AU$449 on Mobileciti eBay (save AU$100)

The Dyson Supersonic is simply an excellent hair dryer, which comes with a suitably hefty price tag of AU$549. It’s comfortable to hold with easy-to-use settings, but most importantly, it has a powerful airflow (that’s quiet too). Plus members can bring the price down to AU$449 when using the code PLUSHAIRDRY at checkout.

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Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo 920 | AU$799 AU$489 on Ecovacs eBay (save AU$310)

This robot vacuum cleaner can bust dust, dirt and debris, then give your floors a passable mop. The little droid will also map your home using its smart navigation capabilities, so it’ll know what parts of your home it's cleaned and what still needs doing. Plus members will save a huge AU$310 by entering the code PLUSVACUUM at checkout – one of the cheapest prices we have seen on this robot vac.

Ecovacs Deebot N79t | AU$279 AU$199 on Ecovacs' eBay (save AU$80)

Looking for a robot vacuum cleaner that's capable of some general cleaning, but won't cost you an arm and a leg? Ecovacs Robotics' Deebot N97t is one of the most affordable bots on the market today, and it comes with Alexa and Google Assistant support, so you can control it with some simple voice commands. It doesn't have the navigation smarts of the newer Deebots, but it'll do just fine for those everyday jobs. And at AU$199, it's a steal! No code needed to get that discount.

Miscellaneous

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Xiaomi Electric Scooter Pro 2 | AU$999 AU$649 on eBay (save AU$350)

This electric scooter has a 45km range and a powerful 600W motor, so it can handle a lengthy daily commute. It’s also built well and folds easily, though our colleagues at T3 found it was a little bulky to store in their review. Xiaomi’s official eBay store has discounted it down to AU$649 when you use the code PLUSSCOOT.

Plus-exclusive daily deals

Here’s the confirmed list of Plus-exclusive daily deals:
Day Time Product eBay Plus deal
Thu, May 27 12pm AEST Dyson Supersonic AU$449
Thu, May 27 12pm AEST Healthy Choice 5L Digital Air Fryer AU$39
Thu, May 27 12pm AEST Adidas X9000L3 running shoes AU$29
Fri, May 28 12pm & 5pm AEST SodaStream Spirit AU$29
Fri, May 28 12pm AEST Golf G80 power bank AU$0.99
Fri, May 28 12pm AEST 12x Vibrant Harvest Barossa Valley Shiraz 2016 AU$89
Sat, May 29 12pm AEST Samsung Galaxy S21 (128GB) AU$959
Sat, May 29 12pm AEST Ugg boots AU$29
Sat, May 29 12pm AEST New Pokémon Snap AU$45
Sat, May 29 12pm AEST Apple AirPods Max AU$759
Sat, May 29 12pm AEST Paw Patrol Dino Patroller AU$69
Sat, May 29 12pm AEST Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee Machine AU$189
Sun, May 30 12pm AEST FIFA 21 (PS4) AU$15
Sun, May 30 12pm AEST FIFA 21 (Xbox One) AU$15
Sun, May 30 5pm AEST Dell 27-inch gaming monitor AU$359


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The Amazon PS5 restock isn't scheduled to happen in the US today (there is a report that the UK will see PS5 stock), however, our PS5 restock Twitter tracker Matt Swider will send you a restock alert when PS5 is back in stock at Amazon and a dozen other American stores – if you follow his Twitter account and turn on notifications. Here's why we continue to track Amazon PS5 inventory on Twitter despite the fact that we just saw PS5 Disc stock a week ago: there was nearly a second Amazon PS5 restock last Thursday night – Amazon.com turned on add-to-cart buttons for the PS5 Disc and Digital consoles. But a website glitch prevented anyone from checking out. Was there really inventory? Was it an error? This is why we haven't given up tracking it alongside Best Buy, Walmart, Target, GameStop and other stores in the US.

  • When? Where? Follow our PS5 restock Twitter tracker Matt Swider for notifications and live updates. It's the fastest way to get real-time updates.
  • Caution: Don't buy from Twitter users – which are all scams. Only buy from the US stores Matt alerts you about. No legitimate person will sell a console for just $550.

Click this example of an Amazon PS5 restock Twitter alert by Matt Swider. Follow his Twitter account and turn on notifications, as he tracks 'PS5 drops' and updates you on the news of when and where it'll be in stock.

PS5 restock

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Why we're tracking the next Amazon PS5 restock

The next Amazon PS5 restock is the most controversial of them all simply because it nearly had two restocks in as many days. It happened last week: we saw thousands of people get a PS5 from our restock alerts on Wednesday, May 26, yet no one was able to get it the next day (Thursday, May 27) when there was a supposed second PS5 restock and we all saw the add-to-cart button turn on for about 30 minutes.

That means one of two things: Amazon did have PS5 inventory and it'll do another restock in June 2021, or it was a wider Amazon.com glitch and the add-to-cart button was never meant to go live (as in they didn't actually have consoles to begin with). 

We're tracking Amazon just in case it's the former. But we also know Amazon has waited between 15 and 52 days between PS5 restocks, so there's no telling when PS5 will be back in stock at Amazon. 

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Second reason for an Amazon PS5 restock soon

The biggest question we get after 'When will Amazon restock PS5' is the slightly more specific 'Will there be a PS5 restock on Amazon Prime Day'. The Amazon Prime Day 2021 date is reportedly Monday, June 21, according to credible reports, so that fits into the retailer's restock timeline of between 15 and 52 days very nicely.

However, while we have no inside information, we do know that Amazon does get a huge surge of traffic whenever people flock to a next-gen console restock (double the traffic if it's both Sony and Microsoft consoles in stock simultaneously; cue the Amazon 'dogs' error pages). 

Would Amazon want to risk server overload during its critical sales marathon? If you remember Amazon Prime Day 2018, there was a massive outage at the very start of that Prime Day two years ago. So while a PS5 restock would send a lot of people to the Amazon website, it may be a better idea as a promotion in the days in advance of Amazon Prime Day, when far fewer people are trying to checkout with other items on the retail website.

When will PS5 restock in the US?

The good news is that you don't have to wait for the next Amazon PS5 restock given the fact that there are other retailers in the US to have a restock this week.

It's been over a week since the last Best Buy PS5 restock, while Walmart has fairly consistently done a restock every other Thursday (last Thursday it didn't have one, so there this is the week to look out for consoles). The sources of Matt Swider usually give him a heads-up if there's going to be a massive Walmart PS5 restock – he knows nearly three hours in advance.

GameStop has made the PS5 available to buy every week for the last three weeks on a Wednesday. We usually get advance notice on this one too, and on average tweet out the news 90 minutes in advance.

We usually have a good idea about when Target is ready for a PS5 restock simply because the retail chain ships consoles directly to individual stores around the US in advance of opening up online orders (like every other store in the US, you must secure the purchase online ahead of time). But last week was a small console restock, so Target was either holding back or, more likely, needs more time to replenish PS5 inventory. We'll know soon.

The best option, besides the likely Walmart and 50/50 Best Buy restocks this week, may be Antonline, which offers loaded bundles at face value. The biggest thing with Antonline is that their PS5 restock usually lasts under two minutes, making following a PS5 restock Twitter account all the more essential.



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We still haven’t heard many rumors regarding next year’s Samsung Galaxy S22, but we just learned something official that will absolutely be coming in the new phone. The news came out of Computex 2021 of all places, where AMD CEO Dr Lisa Su confirmed that the company is bringing its graphics tech – including ray tracing – to the next generation of Samsung Exynos chipsets.

Those Exynos chipsets will almost certainly end up in the Samsung Galaxy S22 – at least in some versions that, traditionally, have packed the Samsung-built Exynos chips and are only sold in some markets. Other regions, including the US, will likely continue to get flagships like the Samsung Galaxy S22 with a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset.

It’s entirely possible that Qualcomm’s next top-tier Snapdragon mobile chip will also allow ray tracing and variable rate shading capabilities (which AMD also announced), but right now, only the Exynos is confirmed to offer these graphical features. Heck, this makes the Samsung Galaxy S22 (with Samsung silicon) the first phones confirmed to get ray tracing, well, ever. 

A confirmed partnership – but with few known details

A rumor back in May suggested the forthcoming Samsung Exynos 2200 chipset would feature an AMD GPU, and while that hinted partnership is now confirmed, we still don’t know how much of the AMD RDNA 2 and the company’s “custom graphics IP,” as Dr Su said on the Computex stage, is coming to the next Exynos silicon.

The prospect of bringing ray tracing – a graphics rendering technique to produce realistic lighting and reflection effects, which has only been possible with the newest and best graphics cards – to mobile is huge. It also raises questions about the competition. 

Will Qualcomm’s next Snapdragon chipset be capable of ray tracing effects? Together, could that give Android mobile gaming a serious edge over iOS? Will the A15 Bionic silicon in the iPhone 13 be similarly capable, or even more so? Or will Apple go in a different direction, and now that its desktop M1 chipset is available on the iPad Pro 2021, get its computing silicon on mobile and boost graphics power that way?

There’s a lot we don’t know, and we’ll wait for Samsung to announce more details later this year, as AMD’s Dr Su said, closing the all-too-brief announcement that one of the most cutting-edge graphics tech is coming soon to smartphones.

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