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Intel launches the world’s first 16-core mobile CPU

Intel launched a new family of processors for its 12th-gen platform, including its first 16-core laptop processor.
Computing News
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Lenovo Legion Slim 7i hands-on review: Portable powerhouse

Lenovo's new Legion Slim 7i comes with the latest AMD and Intel hardware, and it's primed to win over gamers looking for a highly portable gaming machine.
Computing Reviews
AMD RX 6950 XT graphics card on a pink background.

AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT review: Buy the 6900 XT instead

The new RX 6950 XT is supposed to refresh AMD's flagship GPU, but with almost identical performance and a slightly higher price tag, it's not worth picking up.
Computing Reviews
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AMD’s RX 6950 XT looks to tackle the mighty RTX 3090

AMD announced three new graphics cards to reinvigorate the company's current graphics generation: The RX 6950 XT, RX 6750 XT, and RX 6600 XT.
Computing News
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Gaming laptops are lying to us, and no one seems to care

Most gaming PCs are defined by their specs, but not gaming laptops. Even with the same graphics card, some laptops just don't perform the way they should.
Computing Features
A laptop running Linux with a controller sitting on it.

I uninstalled Windows on my gaming PC, and I don’t want to go back

Windows is the go-to platform for gaming, but support for everyone's favorite penguin has been growing. Is now finally the time for Linux gaming to shine?
Computing Features
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Nvidia GeForce Now uses DLSS to hit 4K on Windows and Mac

Nvidia GeForce Now received a big update: 4K streaming on Windows and Mac. And Nvidia is using its own DLSS technology to power the higher resolution.
Computing News
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D chip.

AMD’s new Ryzen 7000 range gets a confirmed launch window

AMD announced that its upcoming Ryzen 7000 generation will include a new class of laptop CPUs, codenamed Dragon Range. The parts are expected to arrive in 2023.
Computing News
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PC gamers are finally starting to upgrade to Windows 11

The latest Steam hardware survey reveals that gamers are starting to adopt Windows 11, despite some apprehension around the new OS at launch.
Computing News
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7 Windows shortcuts I use on my gaming PC constantly

Work smarter, not harder, and put your gaming PC to work for you with these seven Windows shortcuts that are essential for every PC gamer.
Computing Features
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The one way the Steam Deck succeeds where the Switch failed

With the Steam Deck now a few months old, there's one specific reason Valve succeeds where the Nintendo Switch failed.
Gaming
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The best settings for Overwatch 2: Benchmarks, performance

The Overwatch 2 beta is rolling. We rounded up the best settings for Overwatch 2 so you can optimize your performance and achieve a high frame rate.
Computing Guides
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Nvidia RTX 3090 Ti vs. RTX 3090: Monster GPUs face-off

The Nvidia RTX 3090 Ti and RTX 3090 are the two most powerful graphics cards ever made. But how do they stack up? And is it worth upgrading to the 3090 Ti?
Computing
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Samsung T7 Shield review: Portable, protected storage

The Samsung T7 Shield expands the super fast T7 family, offering up dust and water resistance, as well as drop protection, while maintaining portability.
Computing Reviews
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ReSpec: A column about the complex, glorious tech behind PC gaming

ReSpec is a new biweekly column on Digital Trends covering the latest PC gaming hardware and technologies so you can better navigate the games you play.
Computing Features
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It’s time for PC gamers to reckon with cache, and AMD is leading the way

What does a little extra cache do for your gaming PC? Quite a bit, it turns out. We take a technical deep dive into AMD's 3D V-Cache technology.
Computing Features
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Gigabyte RTX 3090 Ti Gaming OC review: A landmark GPU

Gigabyte's RTX 3090 Ti Gaming OC offers a massive boost in gaming performance, cementing it as the most powerful graphics card around.
Computing Reviews
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D socketed in a motherboard.

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D review: The fastest gaming CPU in the world

AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D is the best gaming CPU you can buy, but it's also a sign of what's to come from Team Red and 3D V-Cache in the future.
Computing Reviews
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How Grid Studio transforms forgotten tech into works of art

Grid Studio is on a mission to give discarded tech a second lease on life by transforming it into a work of art. Here's how.
Computing Features
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The best racing games for Nintendo Switch

Mario Kart 8 is the definitive racing game on Switch, but there are plenty of other options, too. From indie hits to AAA blockbusters, here are the best ones.
Gaming Guides
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Alienware’s first AMD Ryzen 6000 laptops are finally here

Alienware's first gaming laptops with AMD's Ryzen 6000 processors are available to purchase, alongside a new AMD-powered desktop.
Computing News
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The best Lego games of all time

Dating back to 1995, Lego games have been around as long as modern gaming has. In this guide, we break down our 10 best Lego games, from Star Wars to Marvel.
Gaming Best-Ofs
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Intel Core i9-12900KS vs. Core i9-12900K

Intel's new Core i9-12900KS is a supercharged version of the Core i9-12900K, but it still falls vastly short of its high asking price.
Computing Best Ofs
AMD CEO holding 3D V-Cache CPU.

AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D vs. Ryzen 7 5800X: Battle of gaming CPUs

AMD's new Ryzen 7 5800X3D promises to be the world's fastest gaming CPU, and compared to the Ryzen 7 5800X, that appears to be the case.
Computing Best Ofs
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Want an Nvidia RTX 3080? They’re in stock at MSRP right now

Graphics cards are back in stock. EVGA has listings for several Nvidia cards, including the RTX 3080, in stock at list price right now.
Computing News
EK Fluid Conquest system.

Custom PC liquid cooling isn’t as scary as you think

Custom liquid cooling has been the final frontier for many PC builders, and over the past several years, it has become more accessible than ever.
Computing Features
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What is a PC bottleneck, and how do I avoid one?

Wondering if your PC has a CPU bottleneck or GPU bottleneck? Our guide runs you through how to identify, fix, and avoid bottlenecks in your PC.
Computing Guides
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Intel Core i9-12900KS review: When the best isn’t enough

The Intel Core i9-12900KS is the best -erforming processor you can buy, but the extremely thin margin it wins by isn't worth the massive upcharge.
The Intel Core i9-12900KS box sitting in front of a gaming PC.

Intel Core i9-12900KS review: When the best isn’t enough

The Intel Core i9-12900KS is the best -erforming processor you can buy, but the extremely thin margin it wins by isn't worth the massive upcharge.
Computing Reviews
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HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless review: 300 hours of audio bliss

HyperX's Cloud Alpha Wireless boasts a massive 300 hours of battery life, which is backed up by the best comfort and sound quality in the industry.
Audio / Video Computing
The Dell XPS Desktop sitting on a table.

Dell XPS Desktop (8950) review: A larger, faster design

Liquid cooling in the XPS Desktop? Dell's latest 8950 XPS Desktop packs modern furnishes and powerful hardware, and it's our go-to PC for most people.
Computing Reviews
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3 Unreal Engine 5 features PC gamers need to know about

Epic finally released Unreal Engine 5, but we're still waiting on games that use the new engine. Here's what PC gamers have to look forward to.
Computing Features
Intel Core i9-12900K box on a desk.

3 big problems with the Intel Core i9-12900KS

Intel just launched the pre-binned Core i9-12900KS, and although it's the fastest processor you can buy technically, it still has some problems.
Computing Features
EK Fluid Conquest sitting on a table.

EK 275 Conquest review: Custom watercooling for cheap

If you want custom watercooling without the time or monetary investment, the EK 275 Conquest is for you. It's an excellent machine with a low price.
Computing Reviews
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