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Why I don’t upgrade my CPU for higher frame rates anymore

Over the years as I've upgraded my desktop for better performance, I've come to realize that my CPU is either good enough for games or just isn't.
Graphics card inside the Maingear Vybe.

GPU prices have fallen off a cliff in spectacular fashion

Prices for both Nvidia and AMD graphics cards are continuing to drop, with a new report highlighting how they’ve now fallen well below the MSRP.
AMD Radeon RX 6000 graphics cards over a black background.

AMD just gave your GPU a 92% performance boost — for free

The Adrenaline 22.7.1 driver update gives AMD Radeon GPUs a whopping 92% performance boost, along with some quality-of-life improvements.
Promotional image of an AMD Radeon RX 6000-series graphics card.

AMD accidentally revealed a killer new feature to rival Nvidia’s RTX Voice

AMD just revealed a new feature, only to take down the announcement minutes later. AMD Noise Suppression could improve voice chat quality.
AMD RX 6800 graphics card.

8 best AMD GPUs of all time

Throughout the years, AMD has released some of the best GPUs ever made. From power hungry performance princes, to value kings, here are the best AMD GPUs ever.
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The best all-AMD gaming PCs in 2022

Here is a look at the best all-AMD gaming PCs that you should buy in 2022 that feature the perfect CPU and GPU combination for maximum performance.
GPU inside the MSI Aegis RS 12.

I bought an overpriced GPU at the peak of the shortage, and I don’t regret it

Buyer's remorse might be setting in if you bought a GPU during the shortage, but out of all the times to overspend, it's been justified over the past two years.
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AMD predicts 700-watt GPUs before 2025, but it has a plan

AMD predicts that high-performance graphics cards are on the horizon, and that means an increase in power consumption: Up to 700 watts.
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GPUs are now up to 38% under list price, but is it time to shop?

Graphics card prices are falling rapidly in China. Some of the best GPUs from Nvidia and AMD are now selling up to 40% under MSRP. Is it time to buy a GPU yet?
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The best 1440p graphics cards: Sweet spot PC gaming

The GPU market is finally cooling down, and now that many GPUs are attainable at more reasonable prices, here are the best graphics cards for 1440p gaming.
AMD RX 6600 among other graphics cards.

Your burning questions about GPUs, answered

GPUs are essential for any modern PC, so we rounded up the most popular questions you have about graphics cards and answered them.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D chip.

When should you upgrade your CPU?

The CPU is arguably the most important component in a computer, but how do you know when you to upgrade? Here's how to tell whether it's time for a new chip.
High performance and custom MSI computer building.

Why now is the worst time to build a PC in nearly 8 years

PC parts are becoming cheaper and more available, but the unique situation with next-gen components means it's a bad time to build your next PC.
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Nvidia is trying to save itself from crypto’s collapse, but it may not be able to

A new report sheds some light on the current state of the market, exposing the fact that Nvidia, AMD, and Apple are trying to revise their chip orders.
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Hackers targeted AMD to steal huge 450GB of top-secret data

A data extortion group known as RansomHouse has asserted that it has stolen upwards of 450GB of sensitive data from AMD.
The ROG Zephyrus G14 (2022).

ROG Zephryus G14 (2022) vs. G14 (2021): Which should you buy?

Although the new ROG Zephyrus G14 (2022) looks enticing, the last generation 2021 model is now on sale for significantly less. Which is the better deal?
MSI's custom GTX 1630 graphics card.

Six-year-old AMD GPU smokes Nvidia’s new GTX 1630 by more than double

Nvidia's new GTX 1630 graphics card isn't making a strong showing, with a six-year-old AMD GPU running games more than twice as fast in many cases.
AMD Ryzen processor render.

AMD Ryzen 7000 mobile specs revealed, may rival Intel’s best

AMD will introduce the next-gen Zen 4 processors in two mobile formats: Dragon Range and Phoenix. Both will rival Intel in different but major ways.
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AMD’s new tool compares its GPUs to Nvidia’s, but there’s a catch

AMD has just launched a brand-new online GPU Comparison Tool that lets you check the performance of both AMD and Nvidia GPUs. However, there's a catch.
An AMD RX 6000 graphics card with the Radeon branding.

AMD’s 7000-series GPUs may be its most power-hungry cards yet

AMD has now admitted that we will indeed see a jump in power levels for its upcoming next-gen Radeon 7000-series graphics cards.
AMD Radeon RX 6000 graphics card and Ryzen processor chip.

AMD may be working on a monstrous dual-die GPU

According to a new rumor, AMD may have a secret RDNA 3 graphics card in the works. With dual graphics dies, it would outperform the rest of the lineup.
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From 300% to under MSRP, AMD and Nvidia GPUs are now cheaper than ever

According to the latest 3DCenter report, GPU prices are now under MSRP for the first time in years. This is a continuation of a recent pricing trend.
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What is Microsoft DirectStorage? Next-gen game loading, explained

DirectStorage is making its way to PC so that game devs can take advantage of fast NVME SSDs. But what exactly does it do, and should you care?
AMD Ryzen processor render.

AMD Phoenix Point may bring next-level performance to thin gaming laptops

An engineering sample of an upcoming AMD processor just emerged. It's most likely the next-gen Phoenix Point APU that houses a Zen 4 CPU and an RDNA3 GPU.
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GPU prices are falling well below MSRP due to the crypto crash

Prices for some of the most popular graphics cards are crashing at an aggressive rate thanks to the recent unprecedented cryptocurrency crash.
An AMD RX 6000 graphics card with the Radeon branding.

AMD GPUs are about to get a massive performance boost for free

AMD is preparing to enhance the performance of OpenGL applications in a big way with a new driver upgrade, according to a newly discovered update.
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Vulnerability steals data from Intel and AMD CPUs — and you’re probably affected

A new vulnerability code-named Hertzbleed has been found to expose secret cryptographic keys. It most likely affects all Intel and AMD CPUs.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D socketed in a motherboard.

The Ryzen TPM stuttering bug is finally fixed on Windows 11

AMD and its motherboard partners are rolling out BIOS updates that fix Ryzen's TPM stuttering bug, though not all boards have the fix yet.
AMD RX 6950 XT installed in a PC.

Don’t buy a new GPU — AMD’s RDNA 3 could be right around the corner

A new rumor suggests that AMD's RDNA 3 cards could launch in the next few months, which puts GPU shoppers in a tough spot given current graphics card prices.
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All the games that support AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution

AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution can help games run faster, but it's only available in certain games. Here's every current and upcoming game that supports FSR.
AMD RX 6800 graphics card.

AMD Radeon RX 6000 series: Everything you need to know

AMD Radeon RX 6000 graphics cards are the best the company currently has to offer. Here's everything you need to know about them across desktop and mobile.
Lisa Su presenting AMD Ryzen 7000 processors.

AMD Ryzen 7000 could finally threaten Intel’s mobile dominance

Ryzen 7000 mobile could deal a critical blow to Intel's mobile chip business, and it doesn't look like Raptor Lake will fix that.
Someone holding the Ryzen 7 5800X3D in a red light.

AMD’s Ryzen road map spells out how it plans to beat Intel through 2024

AMD showed off a new Ryzen road map during its Financial Analyst Day, and it spells out a plan for AMD to go toe-to-toe with Intel through 2024.
AMD RX 6500 XT installed in a PC.

AMD RX 7000 graphics cards are launching in 2022 to challenge Nvidia

AMD revealed the release window for its RX 7000 graphics cards during its Financial Analyst Day, and provided a major taste of how they'll perform.