What is a CPU? Here’s everything you need to know
What is a CPU? That's not an existential question, but your device would be lost without it. Here's what it does and why picking the right one is so important.
The best budget CPUs you can buy in 2024
The processor is arguably the most important component in any desktop computer, so it's tricky to pick out. Check out our roundup of the best budget CPUs.
Intel’s upcoming Arrow Lake CPUs might run into cooling trouble
Intel's upcoming Arrow Lake CPUs reportedly have a different hot spot location, which could have implications for existing CPU coolers.
Intel Arrow Lake is right around the corner
After months of rumors, it seems that we finally have a firm release date for Intel Arrow Lake.
Do CPUs require drivers?
Updating your graphics drivers and chipset drivers is important, but what about CPU drivers? They don't have their own, but some drivers may be worth updating.
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.
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.
How to check your CPU temperature
Learning how to check your CPU temperature is a great way to troubleshoot PC problems and make sure you're getting maximum performance from your processor.
How to safely overclock your Intel or AMD CPU
Knowing how to overclock your CPU is essential for any PC enthusiast. We've gathered step-by-step instructions for AMD and Intel so you can overclock your CPU.
Intel’s instability update cuts speed by up to 6.5% — but don’t panic yet
Now that Intel has released its big update to address instability on 13th-gen and 14th-gen CPUs, users are testing the performance claims.
The first Intel Battlemage GPU benchmarks have leaked
A leaked Geekbench listing suggests that Intel is preparing to launch its next-gen Battlemage GPUs very soon.
More than seven months later, Intel CPU instability issue might be over
Over seven months since the first reports of CPU instability, Intel shares the root cause and is offeringa a fix.
Despite a stale GPU market, shipments rose by 48%
The latest report on the state of the GPU market brings us wildly positive news.
Asus Zenbook S 14 review: Core Ultra Series 2 makes its debut
The Zenbook S 14 is the flagship laptop showing off the new Intel Core Series 2 processors. Is it worth your money?
Intel’s desktop CPU road map may have changed
According to a new leak, Intel may be changing its plans for what will come after Arrow Lake-S desktop processors.
Intel decimates Apple to take battery life crown
Lenovo jumped the gun with a battery life test of Intel's upcoming Lunar Lake CPUs, and they absolutely clobber Apple.
Intel’s CPU lineups might get even more confusing
New leaks are giving us a better idea of all the Core 200 CPUs that are on the way in the near future, and it's not just Arrow Lake.
Intel may have been right about killing Hyper-Threading after all
Intel is getting rid of Hyper-Threading, and according to new leaked benchmarks, that may have been the right call.
Intel almost designed the chip for the PlayStation 6
It looks like AMD will be designing the PlayStation 6, as Intel reportedly lost a contract to design the console two years ago.
Qualcomm might be Intel’s savior after all
Qualcomm taking over Intel's PC client business could change the entire PC landscape.
Intel just gave up on a plan it laid out years ago
Intel has been talking about the monumental shift that its 20A node will bring for years, but we'll never see it in action.
Intel Lunar Lake CPUs: everything we know about release date, performance, and specs
Intel's Lunar Lake is a mobile-first generation of energy-efficient CPUs that are arriving in a matter of weeks. Here's everything we know so far.
Intel’s new chips just set an exciting benchmark for graphics
Intel's newly launched Core Ultra 200V processors offer some very promising prospects for GPU performance.
Intel is flipping the script on laptops with ‘historic’ Lunar Lake CPUs
Intel's new Lunar Lake-based Core Ultra Series 2 mobile chips will finally be available later this month.
AMD and Intel are finally getting the Copilot+ treatment
Microsoft is finally commiting to launching Copilot+ features on AMD and Intel laptops, and it's arriving soon.
IFA 2024: everything we expect from the huge tech show
As the event celebrates its 100th year, it's starting to feel like IFA 2024 could be its biggest show in years.
Intel 12th-gen Alder Lake CPUs: Everything you need to know
Intel's Alder Lake processors are some of the most exciting chips in years. Here's everything you need to know about Intel's 12th-generation CPUs.
Intel 14th-gen Meteor Lake: everything you need to know
Intel's 14-gen Meteor Lake processors are here and will soon start appearing in laptops. Here's everything you need to know about them.
Intel isn’t giving up on GPUs yet
A new slide reaffirms that Intel is still working on its Arc GPUs, and we could see next-gen Battlemage cards surprisingly soon.
I didn’t expect the Core i5-14600K to beat the Ryzen 5 9600X
The Ryzen 5 9600X is AMD's latest and great mainstream CPU, but Intel's Core i5-14600K provides potent competition.
It’s official: AMD beats Intel in gaming laptops
We finally have a chance for a true head-to-head battle in gaming laptops, and AMD comes out shockingly on top.
How long do CPUs really last?
The CPU is the single most important component in your PC, and when it dies, the impact is catastrophic. How long does a CPU last? Let's find out.
This is the gaming PC you should buy under $1,000
It seemed like the era of gaming desktops under $1,000 was behind us, but the Lenovo Legion Tower 5i proves that sweet spot gaming desktops are alive and well.
How long do GPUs really last?
Graphics cards are one of the most important — and most expensive — components in a PC. How long do GPUs last? Find out in our guide to GPU endurance.
Despite patches, Intel CPUs still struggle with Black Myth: Wukong
Even though Intel recently released a new BIOS update, new reports of instability issues are cropping up in regard to Black Myth: Wukong.
AMD has nothing to lose, and that’s the problem
AMD has been on a tear since the release of its original Ryzen CPUs, but its latest Ryzen 9000 chips are an odd bump in the road.
I tested the Ryzen 9 9950X against the Core i9-14900K, and it isn’t pretty
AMD's new Ryzen 9 9950X didn't provide the performance gains we expected, and Intel's Core i9-14900K is surprisingly competitive.
Intel’s latest chip update is a step in the right direction
BIOS updates are slowly starting to roll out for Intel's best CPUs, and for once, it seems like good news.