AMD graphics developers are calling their next card the Nvidia Killer
AMD's next-generation, RDNA-based graphics cards are slated for a 2020 release, and according to sources close to the matter, AMD is very confident about them. Reportedly, some staffers have started calling the new cards "Nvidia Killers," suggesting that the graphics market in 2020 is going to be very exciting.
Spectre looms again as another exploit leaves Intel CPUs vulnerable
Intel CPUs have once again required a software patch from operating system developers due to a speculative execution exploit. These bugs have plagued Intel CPUs for years, requiring fixes that can lead to performance degradation by several percentage points in a number of different software scenarios.
The best budget laptops
Finding the best laptops under $500 is a difficult task given all the options that are available, but there are some fantastic choices out there. After scouring forums and our own test result archives, we've come up with a list of the best affordable laptops that you can buy right now for under $500.
The best Dell laptops we’ve found
Just which is the best Dell laptop? Dell makes a bunch of great laptops, but picking the best isn't easy when there are so many options to choose from. Simply put, Dell makes a bunch of great laptops. Here are our favorites, ranging from budget gaming laptops to high-end, light and thin notebooks.
The best Intel processors for the price
AMD's new Ryzen CPUs are great, but Intels are still arguably the best for gaming and other predominantly single-threaded tasks. If you're wanting an Intel chip for your next upgrade, this guide will show you the best Intel processors currently on the market, whatever your needs and whatever your budget.
Will the Surface Pro 7 ditch Intel chips for Qualcomm’s 5G support?
Microsoft may switch from Intel to Qualcomm or AMD for its next-generation Surface Pro device, according to new rumors. If Microsoft did go with Qualcomm and its Snapdragon SoC chips, we could be looking at a Surface Pro that launches with 5G cellular connectivity right out of the gate.
The best stealth gaming laptops
The best stealth gaming laptops don't look like gaming machines on the surface, but pack powerful hardware under the hood.
The best cheap gaming PC build
Building your own gaming PC is easier today than it's ever been, with a wide range of affordable components, and far more user-friendly cases and coolers than there has been in the past. To get you started, we've put together the best cheap gaming PC build we can find at $500 or less and a $1,000 alternative.
Which MacBook has the best battery life?
Apple's MacBooks have defined the look and feel of modern, slim laptops, with many copycats among the competition. Their battery life isn't quite as trend-setting though, even there are some standouts among the range. Here's our list of the MacBooks with the best battery life to help keep you working for longer.
AMD confirms Radeon RX 5700 pre-launch price drop to take on rival Nvidia
AMD's upcoming RX 5700 and 5700 XT graphics cards are getting a price cut ahead of their launch on July 7, making them much more competitive with Nvidia's existing RTX cards, as well as the newly debuted Super RTX cards. This begs the question, was this planned all along, or just a reactive cut?
WPA3, the third generation of Wi-Fi security, has one giant flaw: You
Wi-Fi security will get a lot better with WPA3, but it's not going to change things overnight. Even when all of the hardware and software has been upgraded to support it, there are still going to be some glaring problems. Hackers know the best way to break wireless security and it's usually through the user.
Did Nvidia’s Super RTX graphics cards ruin AMD’s RX 5700 launch?
The new Nvidia Super RTX graphics cards may perform only as well as what we hoped the original RTX cards would, but better late than never. And better they compete with AMD now than later, because the RX 5700 cards are just days away and Nvidia's new launch may have scuttled it before it even left the dock.
RAM has never been cheaper, but are the historic prices here to stay?
Is it time to upgrade your PC's memory? DDR4 is cheaper today than it's ever been, whether you're buying an 8GB entry-level kit, or 32GB of high-end, RGB, performance sticks. But just a year ago prices were almost three times as high. So, why is the price so low and is it set to stay that way for long?
PCI Express 6.0 is coming in 2021, and it’s already overkill
The next, next iteration of PCI Express slot technology will be finalized in 2021 and it will double the bandwidth again over PCI Express 5.0, which is itself a doubling of 4.0's bandwidth. This isn't going to offer much for graphics cards, but it could usher in a new age of incredibly fast SSDs.
AMD’s Ryzen one-two punch will end with a 64-core Threadripper in 2019
The third generation of AMD Ryzen Threadripper CPUs may arrive before the end of the year, with the latest rumor suggesting the most powerful of them could have as many as 64 cores and 128 threads. If combined with AMD's powerful new Zen 2 architecture, such a chip would easily dominate the Intel competition.
Nvidia’s Super GPUs look powerful but could make its lineup a confusing mess
Nvidia has a new range of Super graphics cards waiting in the wings, if new rumor leaks are to be believed. It could be set to refresh the entire product stack, but retain initial RTX cards in the market, making for a lot of GPUs that aren't particularly distinct from one another, despite shuffled pricing.
If graphics cards don’t need it, what’s the point of PCIExpress 4?
AMD's Ryzen 3000 CPUs have a number of exciting benefits and the new X570 chipset is one of them. Although not strictly necessary to run the new chips, PCIE 4.0 support could be one good reason to upgrade, especially if you like to pack your system with add-in cards or want to make the most of your benchmark scores.
Intel Core i9 vs. AMD Threadripper
Intel's Core i9 CPUs have been some of the most powerful in the world for years, but AMD's Threadripper offers new competition with tonnes of cores and comparable clock speeds. What's the difference between these two chip technologies? And when you pit Core i9 vs. Threadripper, which CPUs come out on top?
AMD RX 5700 XT vs. Nvidia RTX 2070: Spec comparison
In the upcoming battle of the Nvidia RTX 2070 vs. AMD RX 5700 XT, which do you think is going to win? Nvidia's long-standing card has been a popular choice among RTX gamers, but can it stand up to the latest competition from AMD? And will the upcoming "Super" reveal from Nvidia make it redundant?
How the Mac Pro’s modular internals prophesy a new future for PC design
Apple's new Mac Pro upgrades the hardware for Mac desktop users considerably and has a number of unique features and options. As it has in the past though with its 'trashcan' miniature Mac Pro, could the new one inspire change in the PC industry, even if it's just the option of a cheese grater case?
Nvidia’s Super reveal might derail AMD’s RX 5000 debut at E3
Nvidia's teased Super graphics cards could be set for an official unveiling at the upcoming E3 show which is when we expect to see the lineup of AMD's new Navi-based RX 5000 GPUs officially revealed. Nvidia's new GPUs might counter that with increased RTX performance and reduced pricing, according to new rumors.
Intel vs. AMD at Computex 2019
Intel and AMD both had major product announcements at Computex 2019, but which did it best? Both companies have new CPU architectures, with exciting new potential and advancements on the graphics front that could make gaming more affordable and accessible, but there are some major differences in their approaches.
Dell breaks ground with first Intel 10nm Ice Lake CPUs in XPS laptops
Dell has refreshed most of its major laptop lines, including one of our favorites, the XPS 13 2-in-1. It packs a new Intel 10nm Ice Lake CPU, the first Dell has ever supported, but that's far from the whole picture. There are also new gaming laptops with RTX graphics, and new high-speed displays across the board.
Forget Ryzen and Navi, AMD’s biggest win at Computex was mindshare
AMD's Computex 2019 keynote speech was a seminal moment for the company. Along with major product announcements in the form of Ryzen 3000 processors and Navi RX 5000 graphics cards, CEO Lisa Su stated her firm intention for AMD to become a leader in major technology markets for many years to come.
Bored of aluminum and plastic? HP made a laptop out of wood that looks amazing
HP has announced new versions of its Envy, EliteBook, and Zbook notebooks, with options of new finishes in the form of wood and leather, and enhanced privacy protections. It's also pushed battery life to new heights, upgraded their internal hardware, and boosted connectivity with new LTE Advanced options.
Razer Blade Stealth (2019) vs. MacBook Pro
Apple and Razer make some of the most popular laptops in the world, but if you're trying to decide between a MacBook or a Blade, how do you pick? To try and make that an easier decision we pit the Razer Blade Stealth vs. MacBook Pro, comparing them on price, performance, and portability.
HP embraces dock culture with new portable and mini-PC displays
HP's new line of monitors is designed to create a hot-swappable, multi-user display environment for modern offices and schools. They offer easy transitions between different hardware and even have a compartment built into the back to swap in miniature PCs from HP's own EliteDesk and ProDesk range.
Lenovo targets Hololens with ThinkReality enterprise augmented reality headset
Lenovo has a new augmented reality headset, called the ThinkReality A6, that combines midrange specs with an open and agnostic software platform that could see it compete directly with Microsoft's Hololens in the business space. The question is, can it break into the Microsoft-dominated mindshare?
Intel’s next-generation Comet Lake-S CPUs may need new motherboards
Intel's next-generation desktop CPUs, the 14nm Comet Lake-S chips, may require a new motherboard to support their new socket. That means that existing 300-series board owners will likely not be able to upgrade to the new CPU without changing their motherboard to a new 400-series model.
How A.I. can defeat malware that doesn’t even exist yet
Ditching signatures, Cylance Smart Antivirus is now available for consumers and it only offers AI protection. That machine learning algorithm though, is all you need, according to Cylance's senior VP, Christopher Bray. Can an AI really protect us from malware of today and tomorrow with no help at all?
Vivaldi browser lights up your keyboard with Razer Chroma effects
Alongside some new additions to speed up access to your favorite sites, the latest version of Vivaldi is getting more colorful than ever. Vivaldi 2.5 can now integrate directly with Razer Chroma-enabled peripherals to sync lighting to match the websites you're visiting, no matter the color.
Election data is vulnerable. Microsoft’s open source software aims to fix that
Microsoft has a pair of new technologies that it hopes will make the next elections in the United States and abroad far more secure from outside meddling. They help secure important campaign data and could help create a new-generation of secure voting systems to better validate election results.