Intel’s new $249 GPU brings 1440p gaming to the masses
Intel has a new graphics card with the Arc B580, and it wants to bring 1440p gaming down to just $249.
Intel just stole a page from Nvidia’s DLSS playbook
Intel's new XeSS 2 feature brings frame generation and latency reductions, much in the same way as Nvidia's wildly popular DLSS 3.
Intel announces sudden departure of CEO amid financial turmoil
Intel has announced that its CEO Pat Gelsinger will retire after less than four years as the company's head executive.
The state of GPUs is about to drastically change
We're standing just weeks away from a complete overhaul of PC gaming with a trio of new generations from Nvidia, Intel, and AMD.
Nvidia CEO in 1997: ‘We need to kill Intel’
Nvidia may be the richest company in the world today, but things were a bit different in 1997, when its CEO declared, we need to kill Intel.
Intel may be shipping Battlemage GPUs, but it’s not what it seems
Intel's next-gen Battlemage GPU just appeared in a shipping manifest, suggesting that the launch might be closer than expected.
4 CPUs you should buy instead of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is an incredible gaming CPU, but these four alternatives give AMD's latest a run for its money.
There’s some great news about AMD’s next-gen Zen 6 CPUs
A new CPU claim seemingly aligns with AMD’s plans to support AM5 through 2027.
12 best processors for work and gaming in 2025: CPUs tested and reviewed
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.
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D review: king of the hill
AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D claims the top gaming CPU slot, stealing it away from, well, AMD itself.
Intel admits defeat on Arrow Lake — but it’s not down for the count
Intel admits that its Core Ultra 9 285K and Core Ultra 5 245K have problems, but it plans to address the issues with a significant update soon.
I tested the Ryzen 7 9800X3D against the Core Ultra 9 285K. It’s not even close
AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D punches far above its weight class, and my comparison to the Core Ultra 9 285K is proof of that.
Intel’s Battlemage might beat Nvidia and AMD to the punch
A new leak implies that Intel Arc Battlemage might arrive soon, and that could give Intel an unexpected edge over AMD and Nvidia.
AMD buying Intel? It’s on the table
According to a new report, the U.S. government is encouraging Intel to consider a merger, potentially with rival AMD.
The sales numbers for Intel’s new chips are just depressing
This does not seem to be a good start for Intel's latest Core Ultra 200S desktop processors based on the Arrow Lake architecture.
5 CPUs you should buy instead of the Core Ultra 9 285K
Intel's Core Ultra 9 285K is an impressive CPU, but there are several alternatives that are both faster and cheaper.
AMD vs. Intel: which makes the best CPUs?
With AMD's Ryzen 9000 here and Intel's Arrow Lake now here, the rivalry between AMD and Intel is hotter than ever. Here's how they compare.
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K review: where Arrow Lake breaks down
The Core Ultra 5 245K should be a value-focused midrange CPU, but it fails to deliver even a generational improvement over Intel's last-gen options.
The death of Moore’s Law is finally starting to stink
The idea of Moore's Law has been a topic of debate for years, but we're finally starting to see the decline of pure PC hardware innovation.
I tested the Core Ultra 9 285K against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — and it’s ugly
Intel's new Core Ultra 9 285K is an impressive CPU, but it faces stiff competition from the last-gen Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
The best motherboards for 2025 for both Intel and AMD
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.
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K review: impressive, not necessarily good
Intel's Core Ultra 9 285K is an undeniably impressive CPU, but it's still tough to recommend given some inconsistent performance.
These are the 5 best budget GPUs you can buy for under $300
Although graphics cards continue to get more expensive, our list of the best budget GPUs proves you can still pick up a graphics card for under $300.
Intel’s next laptop chips may have a secret weapon
The Intel Arc 140T could end up being the Arrow Lake-H/HX version of Intel’s Xe2 integrated graphics.
Intel Arc Battlemage finally shows signs of life
Leaks about Intel's upcoming Arc Battlemage GPUs have been very scarce, but the graphics cards finally showed up in Intel's drivers.
Intel’s new Arrow Lake CPUs can still consume a ton of power
Some early benchmarks for Intel's upcoming Arrow Lake CPUs show they can still draw a ton of power, even with a new focus on efficiency.
No laptop has ever gotten this close to beating the M3 MacBook Air
The MacBook Air M3 is one of the best laptops made, with great performance and battery life. The Zenbook S 14 brings Intel's Lunar Lake chipset to the battle.
An even better Surface Laptop may be coming soon
A leaked listing has revealed an Intel Lunar Lake version of the Surface Laptop 7th Edition, which is currently my favorite Windows laptop.
Intel is bringing back one of its most frustrating types of CPUs
An early benchmark for the Core 5 210H processors suggests that Intel is rebranding Raptor Lake and Alder Lake CPUs for its upcoming mobile range.
AMD and Intel have formed a coalition to fight off Qualcomm
Although they'll remain rivals, AMD and Intel are joining efforts on x86 to fight off the threat that Arm poses to their business.
I’m worried Intel is making a mistake with Arrow Lake
Intel has pulled back the curtain on its Arrow Lake CPUs, but the lack of gaming performance gains has me worried.
Intel Arrow Lake: everything we know about the 15th-gen chips
Intel Arrow Lake CPUs are launching in October. Here's everything we know about these next-gen processors so far.
Sorry, gamers — Intel’s new CPUs won’t deliver any gains
Intel just pulled back the curtain on its Arrow Lake desktop CPUs, but you shouldn't expect them to be big gaming performers.
Intel did the unthinkable with its new Arrow Lake CPUs
Intel is giving up on a feature that has been at the center of its desktop CPUs for decades with the release of Arrow Lake.
Buy now, fix later — PC hardware feels like it’s in early access
Recent hardware releases haven't delivered expected performance at release, and have instead relied on post-launch updates to bring the components up to par.
How to speed up your graphics card
The GPU is your best friend when it comes to PC gaming as it does most of the heavy lifting. Here's how you can speed up your graphics card.
Nvidia’s CEO — yes, one person — is now worth more than all of Intel
According to the most recent net worth estimates, Nvidia's CEO could buy Intel with about $13 billion to spare.
How to install an Intel processor
Learning how to install an Intel CPU is the first step in building your new PC and it's going to be great. Don't sweat touching the heart of your system. CPUs are more robust than you think and with a few tips and tricks, the installation process can be smoother than you might think.