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Hogwarts Legacy running on the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8.

Samsung’s forgotten HDR gaming format is finally here after two years

It's been a long time since the HDR10+ standard has been announced, and finally, the first game that supports it is about to come out.
Screenshot from Starfield, a Bethesda Studios game.

Some of our worst fears about Starfield may now be confirmed

The latest findings about Starfield spell bad news for gamers -- unless you're using an AMD GPU, that is.
The backs of the Arc A770 and Arc A750 graphics cards.

Intel’s latest update improves gaming performance by up to 77%

Intel has just announced a bunch of interesting Arc updates, including huge performance gains and a new performance overlay, called Intel PresentMon.
The rumored Lenovo Legion Go console with two separate joysticks.

This Lenovo handheld combines the Steam Deck with the Nintendo Switch

Lenovo seems to be joining the handheld market with as a competitor to the Steam Deck, and now, we have the first images of the Lenovo Legion Go.
Intel processors next to each other.

ASRock may have released a major leak about Intel Raptor Lake

An unexpected source came forward with new information about Intel's rumored Raptor Lake refresh. Will the new CPUs be worth the money?
Radeon logo on the RX 7900 XTX.

This AMD GPU could have destroyed Nvidia, but we might never see it

AMD's next-gen graphics cards may not be as powerful as expected, but they could have been, if this leaked diagram is anything to go by.
The AMD RX 6700 XT sitting on a table.

GPU sales figures show that AMD is its own greatest enemy

The latest report on graphics cards sales shows us that while AMD is highly competitive, Nvidia might not even be its worst enemy.
The Hyte Y40 PC case sitting on a table.

I’m building a new PC — here’s how I chose the components for it

Picking the right components for a gaming PC can be a tricky process. Here are some of the most important choices you might have to make.
An Intel processor over a dark blue background.

Billions of Intel CPUs are leaking passwords and killing performance

A recently discovered vulnerability that affects lots of Intel CPUs could steal your data, but there's a fix. The downside? It'll cost you performance.
RX 7900 XTX and RX 7900 XT on a pink background.

AMD might admit defeat, but it’s for the best

Various leakers claim that AMD may stop making high-end GPUs in the next generation. I honestly think that might be a good thing.
Intel Core i5-13600K installed in a motherboard.

Intel just made a huge comeback, and it’s bad news for AMD

The latest CPU market share figures are in. After a long period of bad news, Intel appears to have bounced back -- but what about AMD?
A hand holding the Ryzen 9 7950X in front of a green light.

AMD next-gen CPUs might deliver the biggest upgrade in years

AMD's Zen 5 processors are still a while away, but it seems that there might be a lot to be excited for.
Nvidia CEO showing the RTX 4060 Ti at Computex 2023.

Nvidia Workbench lets anyone train an AI model

Nvidia has just announced AI Workbench, a platform that makes generative AI a lot more approachable than ever before.
The Dough Spectrum Black 32-inch monitor over a grey background.

We’re finally getting a 4K OLED gaming monitor, and it’s coming soon

Dough has just unveiled its upcoming gaming monitor -- a 4K OLED screen with a 240Hz refresh rate -- and it might be the first of its kind.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D installed in a motherboard.

The gamers have spoken: AMD obliterates Intel in CPU sales

AMD's 3D V-Cache chips continue to top charts, and that includes even the last-gen 5800X3D. New figures show AMD obliterating Intel on CPU sales.
Two AMD Radeon RX 7000 graphics cards on a pink surface.

Trying to buy a GPU in 2023 almost makes me miss the shortage

Buying a graphics card is nowhere near as straightforward as it might seem, and it's mostly due to how strange this generation has been.
A hacker typing on an Apple MacBook laptop, which shows code on its screen.

This PowerPoint ploy could help hackers empty your bank account

Another dangerous malware is making the rounds, and this time, not even PowerPoint presentations are safe.
Intel Arc A770 graphics card.

Intel’s forgotten Arc GPU might still have some life

Intel's long-forgotten discrete GPU made a sudden appearance in benchmarks after months of silence.
Upcoming Nvidia RTX 40-series laptops over a black and green background.

The latest Steam Survey spells trouble for Nvidia

Nvidia's got a lot of current-gen gaming laptops, but it seems that these laptops might not be very popular among shoppers.
The Hyte Y40 PC case sitting on a table.

How to pick the best PC case for your needs in 2023

Buying a PC case is not just fancy RGB lighting and a cool shape. Here's what you need to know to buy the best PC case for your next build.
Two Intel Arc chips in front of a blue and purple gradient background.

Intel quietly steps out of the shadows with two new GPUs

Who would have thought that Intel had two surprise graphics cards up its sleeve? Well, it did, but the launch came and went with no fanfare.
Rivet from Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart.

AMD fixes another hiccup with ray tracing support

It appears that gamers who are eager to play Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart on PC may have to play without ray tracing if they're using an AMD GPU.
A prototype cooler for Nvidia's unreleased graphics card.

Get ready: You’ve never seen a GPU as absurd as this

A prototype of an unreleased quad-slot Nvidia GPU cooler emerged, and it turns out it had even more cooling power than we initially thought.
The RTX 4090 graphics card sitting on a table with a dark green background.

Here’s why I’m glad Nvidia might kill its most powerful GPU

There has been a lot of speculation about a possible Nvidia RTX 4090 Ti graphics card, but it might not be happening. This is not a bad thing.
RX 7900 XTX and RX 7900 XT on a pink background.

I wanted to try AMD, but it’s making it hard for me to switch

I really wanted to try AMD in my next PC build, but with AMD's current strategy, I'm having a hard time justifying doing so.
AMD's 3D V-Cache chip.

AMD might be about to launch the most powerful laptop of 2023

AMD's 3D V-Cache tech seems to be on its way to laptops. Will it be a viable option for high-end devices?
A Gigabyte Aorus Extreme motherboard.

Motherboards are confusing. Here’s how to choose the right one in 2023

The motherboard is a crucial part of your PC. In this guide, we'll tell you everything you need to know.
Two MSI RTX 4060 Ti 16GB GPUs over a black background.

Nvidia’s peace offering isn’t working

Nvidia quietly launched the 16GB version of the RTX 4060 Ti. The lack of fanfare might be caused by the card's subpar performance.
A hacker typing on an Apple MacBook laptop while holding a phone. Both devices show code on their screens.

Hackers are pretending to be cybersecurity firm to lock your entire PC

Hackers continue coming up with new ways to scam their victims. This time, a ransomware is being used to impersonate a cybersecurity firm.
Screenshot of Portal: Prelude RTX.

Nvidia debuts Portal: Prelude RTX, and you can play it for free

Nvidia is launching Portal: Prelude RTX, a prequel to the main game based on a mod. It's packed full of RTX goodies, including DLSS 3 and ray tracing.
An AMD Ryzen 7000 processor slotted into a motherboard.

These two CPUs are the only ones you should care about in 2023

Forget the high-end stuff. You can get away with buying a $200 CPU and still enjoy your new PC. These two CPUs are the champions of performance-per-dollar.
Forza Horizon 4 runs on an Asus ROG Ally.

It’s official: Asus admits ROG Ally has a problem with thermals

Asus has just confirmed what many have already reported -- the ROG Ally handheld may struggle with thermals. Fortunately, a fix is on the way.
RTX 4060 Ti sitting on a pink background.

Even Nvidia’s partners don’t believe in the new RTX 4060 Ti

Nvidia's 16GB RTX 4060 Ti is just around the corner, but rumor has it that Nvidia's board partners aren't all too eager to launch their own versions of the GPU.
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D box.

AMD’s latest V-Cache chip proves to be cheap, fast, and perfect for gaming

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D is here, but is it worth buying? Here's what we know about its performance, efficiency, and how it compares to its competition.