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Windows 11 has been causing problems with Intel graphics for months, and no one said a word

Microsoft revealed that a not-so-recent update may have broken DirectX in Intel graphics, but luckily, there seems to be a fix on the way.
Two intel Arc graphics cards on a pink background.

Intel targets RTX 3060 takedown with Arc Alchemist price cut

Intel is slashing the price of its Arc A750 graphics card in an attempt to take down Nvidia's popular RTX 3060 graphics card.
A laptop sits on a desk with a Windows 11 wallpaper.

If you think PCs are dying, you haven’t been paying attention

Microsoft and Intel are down bad right now, but that doesn't mean it's time to declare that PCs are dead once again.
Some placing a motherboard in a PC.

The best motherboards for 2023

With so many motherboards to pick from, nailing down one with the right features isn't easy. We've narrowed down the list to help you pick the best motherboard.
AMD CEO Lisa Su delivering AMD's CES 2023 keynote.

AMD vs. Nvidia vs. Intel: which PC giant won CES 2023?

AMD, Nvidia, and Intel all presented lots of new products during their CES 2023 keynotes. What's new and who's winning?
Intel Arc Alchemist reference design render.

Intel’s future GPUs just got revealed in a major leak

Wondering when Intel’s Alchemist+ and Battlemage graphics cards are launching? A new leak has revealed Intel’s roadmap, spilling the beans on its secret plans.
Intel XeSS visualized.

At long last, Intel brings XeSS upscaling to integrated graphics at CES 2023

Intel is finally bringing its XeSS upscaling to integrated graphics, including support for the new 13th-gen mobile processors.
A render of Intel's H-series mobile processors.

Intel’s 24-core laptop CPU might outclass desktop i9 processors

Intel showed off its 13th-gen mobile processors at CES 2023, including a monster 24-core laptop CPU that can reach up to 5.6GHz.
A hand holding the Ryzen 9 7950X in front of a green light.

No one wants to buy AMD’s Zen 4 chips — what’s going on?

AMD is struggling to sell its latest Zen 4 chips, according to data from a German retailer. Why are these processors lagging, and is there hope of a comeback?
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 top down view showing vPro label.

CPU confusion made buying a laptop in 2022 a nightmare

Intel's 12th-gen CPUs are a motley and confusing collection of processors. It's not always clear which will perform better, so buyers need to beware.
Three RTX 4080 cards sitting on a pink background.

Here’s why Nvidia’s shots against AMD drivers just don’t add up

Nvidia is taking another dig at AMD (and now Intel) over their GPU drivers, but it's tough for Nvidia's stance to hold much ground.
The M1-powered Mac Mini.

I’m still waiting for Apple to fix the Mac Mini’s major problem

Apple’s high-end Mac Mini has a major problem -- it’s still powered by an Intel chip. Worse, Apple probably won’t fix this for months, leaving it in a bad spot.
Intel Arc A750M Limited Edition graphics card sits on a desk.

Intel just gave your Arc GPU double the frames-per-second performance

Intel’s latest graphics driver has brought some spectacular improvements to its Arc graphics cards, with up to 2.3 times better performance in some games.
A close-up image of Nvidia's RTX 3080 Ti graphics card.

Are gaming PCs more expensive today? Here’s what $1,000 bought you 10 years ago

PC gaming has a bad rap for being too expensive, especially with soaring GPU prices. But is PC gaming actually more expensive today than it was a decade ago?
TSMC's wafer.

TSMC is working on a huge price increase, and that’s bad news for gamers

TSMC is introducing a large price increase for its 3nm wafers, and this spells bad news for next-gen hardware.
An Apple MacBook Pro 14 sits open on a table.

In just three years, 30% of PCs may be built on ARM architecture

A new report suggests that ARM may appear in many more computers in the near future.
Lenovo Slim 7 Pro X front view showing display and keyboard deck.

Head-to-head: Intel Core i7-12700H vs. AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS

The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS and Intel Core i7-12700H perform similarly, all things considered. Each has its advantages, so choosing between them can be a challenge.
A group shot of Ryzen 7000 CPUs.

AMD Ryzen 7000 vs. Intel Raptor Lake

AMD Ryzen 7000 and Intel's Raptor Lake are finally available, and the race for first place is tighter than ever before.
Intel Core i9-13900K held between fingertips.

AMD Ryzen 9 7950X vs. Intel Core i9-13900K: a close battle

Intel's Core i9-13900K is here, but how does it hold up to AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X? Here, we break down the performance and pricing to see how they stack up.
Two USB-C ports with Thunderbolt 4 support can be seen on the left-hand side of the MSI Prestige 14.

Intel’s Thunderbolt 4.2 promises up to three times the capability of predecessor

Intel has showcased its next-generation standard of Thunderbolt, which will be officially named in 2023.
A Core i9-12900KS processor sits on its box.

The 6 best Intel CPUs of all time

Although it can be hard getting excited about Intel, the company has launched several CPUs that are worthy of being called the best of all time.
The backs of the Arc A770 and Arc A750 graphics cards.

Does ray tracing work on the Intel Arc GPUs?

Arc Alchemist is Intel's first attempt at gaming graphics, and if you're wondering about ray tracing, here's a quick rundown about support and performance.
The CLX and Intel proof-of-concept PC.

Intel and CLX somehow stuffed two PCs inside a single case

Intel just teamed up with CLX in order to create a proof-of-concept gaming PC that bundles two desktops into one.
Intel XeSS visualized.

What is Intel XeSS, and how does it compare to Nvidia DLSS?

Intel XeSS is a feature for Arc Alchemist graphics cards. Here's what you need to know about it, how it can enhance PC games, and how it performs.
Intel head of Graphics Raja Koduri explains Arc driver troubles

Arc GPU drivers are getting better, but Intel says it’s challenging

Ahead of the Arc Alchemist 770 and 750 launches, Intel's head of graphics shared some insights into how challenging it is to make GPU drivers.
Two intel Arc graphics cards on a pink background.

Intel Arc Alchemist: specs, pricing, release date, performance

Intel has finally released its Arc Alchemist graphics cards. Here's everything we know about Intel Arc Alchemist's release date, performance, and specs.
The Arc A770 graphics card running in a PC.

Can I use an Intel Arc GPU with AMD Ryzen?

AMD Ryzen CPUs can coexist with Intel Arc graphics cards, but you need to have the right ones, as Intel's new GPUs won't run their best without ReBAR.
Intel Arc A770 GPU installed in a test bench.

Intel Arc A750 vs. Nvidia RTX 3060

Intel is taking direct aim at Nvidia's midrange cards, and the Arc A750 is poised to strike at one of Nvidia's most popular GPUs, the RTX 3060.
Intel XeSS visualized.

Intel XeSS is already disappointing, but there’s still hope

Death Stranding and Shadow of the Tomb Raider support Intel's new XeSS feature, but they're a bad first showcase for the new tech.
Intel CEO and Nvidia CEO, side by side.

Intel says Moore’s Law is alive and well. Nvidia says it’s dead. Which is right?

Nvidia's CEO boldly declared Moore's law is dead last week. Intel is saying the opposite. So, who's right?
The Ryzen 9 7950X socketed into a motherboard.

Why it’s hard recommending AMD Ryzen 7000 after Intel’s Raptor Lake launch

AMD's newly released Ryzen 9 7950X is the fastest CPU you can buy. But it's still very hard to recommend it right now with Raptor Lake's impending release.
A foldable screen shown at Intel Innovation.

Samsung’s slidable PC display makes foldables seem archaic

Samsung debuted something a little different during Intel's Innovation event: A rollable screen that you can retract into the body of the display.
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger presenting Arc Alchemist GPUs.

Intel CEO on high GPU prices: ‘You should be frustrated’

Intel revealed the pricing and release date for its upcoming Arc Alchemist GPUs, along with a sobering message on high GPU prices: "ou should be frustrated.
Intel's CEO holding a Raptor Lake processor.

Intel 13th-gen Raptor Lake arrives just in time to hit back at AMD

Intel's 13th-gen Raptor Lake processors are arriving just in time to compete with AMD, headlined by the 24-core Core i9-13900K.