I’m attending the world’s biggest PC show next week. Here’s why I’m so excited
Computex 2024 will be massive, and we already have some hints as to what will be at the show. Here are the main announcements we expect to see.
I hate prebuilt gaming PCs — but the Corsair One i500 changed my mind
The Corsair One i500 is an expensive gaming PC, but it still manages to feel worth every penny.
Intel is ready for Copilot+ PCs with Lunar Lake
Intel is getting an early start by teasing some details about its upcoming Lunar Lake CPUs, and they sound like a massive upgrade.
Ghost of Tsushima is a great PC port with one big problem
Ghost of Tsushima is finally on PC after four years, and although the port is excellent, it has one big problem.
Intel’s new Thunderbolt feature ‘fundamentally changes’ how you use two PCs
Intel is bringing the new Thunderbolt Share feature to Thunderbolt PCs and accessories, allowing you to seamlessly connect multiple PCs.
How to undervolt a CPU: Complete guide to undervolting
Undervolting your processor (CPU) can bring huge benefits but it has to be done correctly for your PC to function well. Check out our guide to CPU undervolting.
Intel finally responds to CPU instability but only makes it more confusing
Intel has issued a statement regarding the instability of its CPUs, setting out a new list of power recommendations that isn't aligned with what we've seen.
Intel Core i9 CPUs are about to get hit with a downgrade, report says
A new report claims Intel will enforce some strict power limits on motherboards to counter a recent wave of instability.
It’s time to stop ignoring the CPU in your gaming PC
The CPU has left the conversation for PC gamers over the last few years, but with the demands of modern games, it's time to reexamine its role.
What to do if your Intel CPU keeps crashing
While Intel and motherboard vendors investigate instability issues, here's what you can do to prevent crashes on your PC.
4 CPUs you should buy instead of the Intel Core i9-13900K
Intel's Core i9-13900K is a monster of a CPU, but recent instability concerns might make you want to consider some alternatives. Here are our favorites.
No, Intel isn’t blaming motherboard makers for instability issues
Recent reports say that Intel is blaming motherboard makers for a wave of instability issues, but that's not exactly what's going on.
You’ll never guess what this YouTuber built into a PC this time
You may think you've seen it all, but have you seen a gaming PC that can make coffee?
Intel’s big bet on efficient GPUs might actually work
An early look at Intel's next-gen Battlemage architecture holds promising signs for performance and power efficiency.
What is CPU cache, and why is it so important for gaming?
CPU cache can have a big effect on processor and system performance. But what is cache, and what does it do? Read on to find out.
Some Intel CPUs lost 9% of their performance almost overnight
A new Asus motherboard update aimed at addressing stability issues on Intel CPUs could shave upwards of 9% of your performance.
All of the exciting new GPUs still coming in 2024
We've already seen new GPUs this year, but rumor has it that Nvidia, AMD, and Intel still have graphics cards set to launch in 2024.
We might have an answer to Intel’s crashing crisis
High-end Intel CPUs have seen issues with crashing over the past several months, but there might be some settings that can mitigate the problem.
The best processor for video editing in 2024 across all budgets
These are the best CPUs for video editing, each with high clock speeds, lots of cores, and all the power you need.
It just became the perfect time to buy a last-gen Intel CPU
Intel made an unexpected decision regarding its 13th generation of processors, which is why now is a good time to buy a Raptor Lake CPU.
MSI has a new flagship PC that is absolutely gorgeous
MSI is using a unique curved tempered glass on its flagship desktop that makes it look fantastic.
I tested Intel’s XeSS against AMD FSR — and the results speak for themselves
In a lot of modern games, you'll have the choice between AMD FSR and Intel XeSS, and there are some significant differences between them.
Acer gets serious about 14-inch gaming laptops
Acer's new lineup brings two new portable 14-inch gaming laptops and a refresh for its popular Nitro 16.
Intel is oddly enthusiastic about AI replacing everyone’s jobs
Intel launched the new Gaudi 3 AI chip at Vision 2024, and it's oddly enthusiastic about the AI agents it will power and that will take over people's jobs.
Gamers are reportedly returning Intel Core i9 CPUs in droves
An increasing number of customers are reporting issues with Intel's latest Core i9 CPUs, and the company is finally looking into the problem.
Intel’s new CPU feature boosted my performance by 26% — but it still needs work
Intel's unique APO feature showed some big improvements in our testing, but it still needs some big changes before it's a selling point for Intel CPUs.
Everything you need to know about buying a GPU in 2024
Picking the right graphics card is crucial if you want to make the most out of your PC. Our comprehensive guide will help you through that process.
4 CPUs you should buy instead of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D
AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D is one of the best gaming CPUs you can buy, but there are plenty of alternatives that are worthy of your attention.
There’s an unexpected, new competitor in PC gaming
Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chip was just benchmarked, and it looks like Apple, Intel, and AMD have a serious competitor coming right up.
Intel’s next-gen GPU might be right around the corner
We've seen leaks for Intel's Battlemage GPUs for over a year now, but some shipping documentation hints that a launch is right around the corner.
How Intel and Microsoft are teaming up to take on Apple
New information about Intel Lunar Lake reveals that Intel has been working closely with Microsoft to be able to compete against Apple's M3.
All the ways Intel Macs are still better than Apple Silicon Macs
While Apple's new M-series MacBooks pack plenty of power, older Intel Macs are still better in a few ways.
MSI Claw slammed as ‘impossible to recommend’ in early review
The MSI Claw is off to a rocky start, with some early reviews saying the handheld gaming PC is impossible to recommend.
Reviewers agree: Intel’s latest chip is truly ridiculous
Reviews on the Intel Core i9-14900KS have dropped, showing just how extreme this new chip is.