Yeston recently launched Radeon RX 9070 XT graphics cards that add scents to your gaming experience. Called Sakura Atlantis and regular Sakura models, these AMD RDNA 4 cards contain special fragrance units. The Atlantis version releases what they call "ocean breeze" scents. The standard Sakura pushes out flower smells instead. Gamers Nexus tested these claims and compared the Atlantis scent to car fresheners, perfume testers, and just-washed clothes combined. They noted that everyone experiences smells differently despite fancy marketing descriptions.
The clever design places smell cartridges near the cooling fan, which helps spread fragrances through your computer case. Replacing the scent requires complete disassembly of the card, which challenges even experienced computer builders. Yeston remains silent about selling replacement fragrance units separately, leaving buyers wondering about future use when the initial scent fades away. The cards feature anime-styled designs with light colors and cartoon characters on the backplate, reminding some users of the classic Ruby character from ATI days past.
Looking past the scent gimmick, both models pack identical technical specifications. They run 5% faster than reference designs, require three 8-pin power connectors, and offer current-generation display outputs. Priced between $869 and $899, these limited cards remain scarce until more arrive after April ends. ASUS previously attempted scented laptops, but many consider Yeston's implementation more refined despite targeting a smaller audience. The fragrant experiment breaks hardware traditions regardless of whether you view it as silly or innovative.
Why should gaming only please your eyes and ears? Yeston asks why your marathon sessions can't smell pleasant as they look on screen. The company pushes boundaries by adding unexpected sensory elements to computer components. It caters to gamers seeking unique setups beyond pure performance metrics. Its approach reminds us that computer parts can engage more senses than we typically expect. Perhaps the next frontier involves technology that appeals to all human senses simultaneously.
The clever design places smell cartridges near the cooling fan, which helps spread fragrances through your computer case. Replacing the scent requires complete disassembly of the card, which challenges even experienced computer builders. Yeston remains silent about selling replacement fragrance units separately, leaving buyers wondering about future use when the initial scent fades away. The cards feature anime-styled designs with light colors and cartoon characters on the backplate, reminding some users of the classic Ruby character from ATI days past.
Looking past the scent gimmick, both models pack identical technical specifications. They run 5% faster than reference designs, require three 8-pin power connectors, and offer current-generation display outputs. Priced between $869 and $899, these limited cards remain scarce until more arrive after April ends. ASUS previously attempted scented laptops, but many consider Yeston's implementation more refined despite targeting a smaller audience. The fragrant experiment breaks hardware traditions regardless of whether you view it as silly or innovative.
Why should gaming only please your eyes and ears? Yeston asks why your marathon sessions can't smell pleasant as they look on screen. The company pushes boundaries by adding unexpected sensory elements to computer components. It caters to gamers seeking unique setups beyond pure performance metrics. Its approach reminds us that computer parts can engage more senses than we typically expect. Perhaps the next frontier involves technology that appeals to all human senses simultaneously.
