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The best 1440p graphics cards: Sweet spot PC gaming

The GPU market is finally cooling down, and now that many GPUs are attainable at more reasonable prices, here are the best graphics cards for 1440p gaming.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D chip.

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.
origin millenium desktop review gpu

A used mining GPU can save you a lot money, but should you buy one?

It can be tempting to buy a cheap, used mining GPU. However, there are quite a few reasons to be cautious about buying GPUs that were once used in mining rigs.
The ROG Zephyrus G14 (2022).

ROG Zephryus G14 (2022) vs. G14 (2021): Which should you buy?

Although the new ROG Zephyrus G14 (2022) looks enticing, the last generation 2021 model is now on sale for significantly less. Which is the better deal?
Lenovo small form factor workstation.

Lenovo’s latest ThinkStation is smaller than an Xbox (and way more powerful)

Lenovo's tiny ThinkStation P360 Ultra has a volume of just under 4 liters, and features Intel's 12th Gen Alder Lake CPUs and Nvidia's RTX professional GPUs.
A close-up of the Western Digital SN850 SSD.

What is Microsoft DirectStorage? Next-gen game loading, explained

DirectStorage is making its way to PC so that game devs can take advantage of fast NVME SSDs. But what exactly does it do, and should you care?
The Alienware QD-OLED monitor in front of a window.

What is variable refresh rate (VRR)?

Variable refresh rate is one of the most important innovations for display technology made in the past decade. Here's everything you need to know about VRR.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D socketed in a motherboard.

The Ryzen TPM stuttering bug is finally fixed on Windows 11

AMD and its motherboard partners are rolling out BIOS updates that fix Ryzen's TPM stuttering bug, though not all boards have the fix yet.
Library filters on the Steam Deck.

How to check if your games will work on the Steam Deck

Thousands of games can be played on the Steam Deck, and there are two very easy ways to check if your library is playable on Valve's handheld PC.
Lisa Su presenting AMD Ryzen 7000 processors.

AMD Ryzen 7000 could finally threaten Intel’s mobile dominance

Ryzen 7000 mobile could deal a critical blow to Intel's mobile chip business, and it doesn't look like Raptor Lake will fix that.
The WD Black SN770 gaming SSD lying on a table with other PC components.

How to sell used PC parts

You want to upgrade your PC, but old hardware is standing in the way. Here's how to easily sell your used PC parts locally or online.
An ARM processor.

ARM vs. RISC-V: Is one better than the other?

If you wanted to make a CPU, there are two obvious choices: ARM and RISC-V. But what are the differences between the two, and is one better than the other?
AMD discusses AM5 motherboard specs.

Everything we learned about AM5 and X670 at Computex 2022

AMD's brand-new AM5 socket and 600-series chipsets are almost here, with new features and more performance across the board.
The front of a Project Stealth PC.

Gigabyte’s cableless Project Stealth PC is finally here

Gigabyte's Project Stealth is finally here with a mission of dealing with cable management once and for all.
A pair of G.Skill Trident Z5 DDR5 RAM modules.

How to test RAM: Troubleshooting to find bad RAM

RAM is one of the key components of any computer. If you're diagnosing a problem with your PC, it's a good idea to check your RAM.
Ryzen 3700X CPU.

What is RISC-V?

The push for open source isn't limited just to software; in fact, there's quite a big push for open-source hardware as well, and RISC-V is leading the charge.
Radeon RX 570 graphics card going into a PC.

GPU fan not spinning? Try these fixes

Broken GPU fans can cause overheating, performance problems, and even break your video card. Here are some potential solutions if your GPU fans aren't spinning.
Colt using a Slab and about to kill an enemy.

AMD is surprise-launching FSR 2.0 this week

AMD has announced its plans to launch FidelityFX Super Resolution 2.0 (or FSR 2.0) on May 12.
An AMD Radeon RX 6500XT placed on a motherboard.

AMD RX 6650 XT vs. Nvidia RTX 3060: Spec comparison

It's been over a year and a half since AMD introduced its RX 6000 GPUs, so it doesn't come as a surprise that the company feels it's time for a refresh.
An AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT graphics card placed in front of a black background.

AMD Radeon RX 6750 XT vs. Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070

AMD is refreshing the RX 6700 XT with the RX 6750 XT, an upper-mid-range GPU positioned against Nvidia's RTX 3070.
Tracer, Reinhardt, and Mei as they appear in Overwatch 2.

4 tips to boost your frame rate in the Overwatch 2 beta

The Overwatch 2 beta is finally live, and we've identified four settings you can tweak to get the most out of your PC.
GPU inside the MSI Aegis RS 12.

Nvidia calls out AMD about GPU drivers. Is it hypocritical?

Yesterday, Nvidia published a blog post about the importance of well-developed and designed GPU drivers -- seemingly a subtle jab at AMD's beta video drivers.
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