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Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

Reviewers agree: Intel’s latest chip is truly ridiculous

Reviews on the Intel Core i9-14900KS have dropped, showing just how extreme this new chip is.
Intel Core i5-14600K processor inside its socket.

Here’s a shocking reminder of just how far ahead Intel is in race with AMD

A new market report reveals the vast difference in CPU shipments between Intel, AMD, and Apple.
An AMD Ryzen 7000 processor slotted into a motherboard.

AMD vs. Intel: the rivalry has never been more fierce

AMD and Intel are the two long-standing processor competitors. Which of these PC must-haves should you put in your machine? We examine both brands to find out.
Dell XPS 15 9560 review

What is Thunderbolt, and is it different from USB-C?

Do you know what Thunderbolt is and how it differs from USB-C? Don't worry. Here's everything you need to know about what Thunderbolt technology can do for you.
AMD's RX 7700 XT in a test bench.

AMD’s GPUs had a bigger year in 2023 than you might realize

GPU shipments are on a steady rise, and one of the manufacturers is seeing much more significant gains than the other two.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D installed in a motherboard.

The best processors in 2024: AMD and Intel CPUs duke it out

The best processors include options from AMD and Intel, but only a select few are worth your time. Here are the best CPUs to consider for your next build.
Frank Azor presenting at AMD's RDNA 3 launch event.

AMD finally has a strategy to beat Nvidia’s DLSS

A recent teaser from AMD's CTO tells us that we might see AI-powered upscaling in the near future.
Steam Deck over a pink background.

Nvidia is reportedly ‘worried that it’s missing the boat’

Nvidia has completely neglected the gaming handheld market, which is where AMD absolutely dominates -- but that might not be the case for long.
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HP Omen Transcend 14 review: going for gold

HP is entering the 14-inch gaming laptop market, and despite a few stumbles, the Omen Transcend 14 still manages to impress.
Three RTX 4080 cards sitting on a pink background.

Microsoft might end one of the most annoying GPU wars

Upscaling solutions from all three GPU vendors have to be supported separately by each game, but Microsoft aims to change that.
A tray of Intel Core Ultra CPUs.

Intel just boosted gaming performance by up to 155%

Intel's driver updates strike again, this time with a performance boost of up to 155% in some games.
Intel Core i5-14600K processor inside its socket.

What’s the best $300 CPU? I compared two of the best options

The Ryzen 7 7700X and Core i5-14600K are two of the best midrange CPUs for gaming and work, but which is the best for you? Let's find out.
The bottom of the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D

What’s the best $100 CPU? I compared the two main options

The Core i3-14100F and the Ryzen 5 5600 are two excellent budget processors, but which is the fastest and most efficient? Let's take a look.
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger stands in front of a blue and purple background.

One of the great rivalries in PCs could collapse

According to Pat Gelsinger, Intel CEO, one of the greatest rivalries in computing might be coming to a surprising end.
A tray of Intel Core Ultra CPUs.

Intel and Microsoft just announced a huge collaboration

Microsoft will be leveraging Intel's 18A technology for the production of an undisclosed chip.
An Intel Meteor Lake processor socketed in a motherboard.

Intel road map explained: going beyond 2027

Intel debuted an updated road map at its IFS Direct event, showcasing what the company is doing through 2027.
Intel Arc A580 graphics card on a pink background.

How Intel could win the GPU war this year

Although dark clouds loom over the future of Intel's discrete GPUs, Arc Battlemage could end up being one of the best GPUs of the year.
An Alienware m16 gaming laptop in use on a desk, playing Baldur's Gate III.

It’s the right time to buy an older gaming laptop

If you need a gaming laptop, now is the time to go for it and buy one. Here's why.
Pins on Intel Core i9-12900K.

Intel may have a monster new CPU coming soon

Intel is expected to soon launch a new flagship consumer processor that will be capable of clocking up to 6.2GHz.
Person using Windows 11 laptop on their lap by the window.

Windows 11 will use AI to automatically upscale games

Microsoft may be adding its own super resolution tech to the next big Windows 11 update. The feature was spotted in a Windows Insider build.
An Intel Meteor Lake processor set in a motherboard.

PCs are back on the upswing

Processor sales suffered a big drop following the pandemic, but the CPU market has improved. However, new research reveals an interesting tren
The RTX 3060 installed in a computer.

2 ways you can boost game performance by 75% on old PCs

Even if you have an older PC, modders can help you boost its performance in games by as much as 75%.
Dr. Lisa Su at the RX 7900 XT launch event.

AMD has a lot to prove this year

AMD has recently launched several products and has big plans for the upcoming years, but there are deep cracks beneath that surface.
Intel Core i5-13600K installed in a motherboard.

Intel Arrow Lake: everything we know about the 15th-gen chips

Intel Arrow Lake is slated to launch in 2024, even if that wasn't the original plan. Here's everything we know about Arrow Lake so far.
The backs of the Arc A770 and Arc A750 graphics cards.

Intel may be throwing away an important opportunity

A new Intel Arc Battlemage leak tells us that these next-gen GPUs may never come to laptops.
Two intel Arc graphics cards on a pink background.

Intel claims up to 268% gaming boost with latest Arc graphics drivers

The latest Intel Arc driver update once again brings double-digit performance increase in variety of games.
A render of the RTX 4080 Super at CES 2024.

Here are all the upcoming GPUs set to launch this year

We know about Nvidia's RTX 40 Super cards, but what other GPUs are on the horizon in 2024? There might be more than you think.
samsung introduces its own 256gbit 48 layer nand chip solid state drive

The best SSDs for 2023

The best SSDs deliver the fastest read and write speeds on the market in a durable, compact package. Here are the best and why these cards make great upgrades.
Two intel Arc graphics cards on a pink background.

Intel may already be conceding its fight against Nvidia

Rumor has it that Nvidia might soon be the sole maker of high-end GPUs, as Intel may be about to throw in the towel.
The MSI Titan 18 open on a table.

Intel’s awkward transition year

Many of the most powerful laptops announced at CES 2024 won't use the latest Meteor Lake chips.
Michelle Johnston Holthaus holding an Intel Core Ultra CPU.

Who’s the winner of CES 2024?

Nvidia, AMD, and Intel all presented their fair share of new products during CES 2024. Which tech giant comes out on top?
Intel Arc A580 graphics card on a pink background.

Intel’s forgotten GPUs are still happening

Intel kept quiet about its next-gen discrete graphics cards, but apparently, Arc Battlemage is alive and well.
Over the shoulder view of a person using a Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 laptop.

What is CPU usage, and how to fix high CPU usage

If your PC has slowed down, high CPU usage may be the cause. In this guide, we will show you how to check your CPU usage and how to fix it when it's too high.
An Intel Meteor Lake processor socketed in a motherboard.

NPUs are officially useless — for now

NPUs are new to Windows laptops, and it doesn't feel like they have a compelling use case right now over your GPU or cloud AI workloads.