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XPS 13 running Age of Empires IV.

Age of Empires IV performance, tested: Integrated GPU to high-end gaming PC

Age of Empires IV includes two renderers to optimize performance across machines. We took them out for a spin to see how they hold up on different hardware.
Computing Gaming
Someone playing on GeForce Now.

GeForce Now RTX 3080 is the antidote to the GPU shortage I’ve been waiting for

GeForce Now has always been an alternative to buying an expensive graphics card, but the new RTX 3080 tier makes cloud gaming feel more natural than ever.
Computing Gaming
Render of Intel Alder Lake chip.

Why the Apple M1 Max is Intel’s true competitor for Alder Lake and beyond

Intel just launched its Alder Lake chips, following on the heels of the M1 Max. The two launches reveal a shift in computing which could leave AMD in the dust.
Computing Opinion
Intel Core i9-12900K box on a desk.

Intel 12th-gen Alder Lake undercuts AMD on price, claims supremacy in gaming

Intel's 12th-gen Alder Lake chips are arriving on November 4, and they boast significant performance gains over the AMD competition while costing less.
Computing News
Intel Alder Lake pin layout.

Why Alder Lake is more overclocking-ready than any previous Intel chip

Along with the announcement of 12th-gen Alder Lake processors, Intel detailed some key overclocking news for the upcoming generation, including XMP 3.0.
Computing News
The Dragon Lord in Tiny Tina's Wonderlands.

Everything we know about Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands

Tiny Tina's Wonderlands is the latest entry from the Borderlands Franchise. Before launch, here's what we know about the release date, pre-orders, and more.
Gaming News

Every Xbox Series X game that supports ray tracing

Ray tracing is the standout feature of the Xbox Series X, but unfortunately, not every game supports it. Here's every Xbox Series X game released that does.
Gaming Guides
Steelseries Prime Wireless on a mousepad.

This new gaming mouse isn’t the best, but it became my favorite anyway

The SteelSeries Prime Wireless isn't the best gaming mouse, but after using it for a few weeks, I can't go back to using anything else.
Computing
Apple M1 Pro and Max logos.

The M1 Max MacBook Pro seems to have unbelievable video-editing prowess

A new benchmark for Apple's M1 Max reveals incredible power in Premiere Pro, outpacing even the most powerful laptops by a significant margin.
Computing News
An engineer smiles as she holds up two processor chips.

Micro Center spills the beans on Alder Lake, revealing price and release date

Micro Center just posted info on two Intel Alder Lake processors, revealing pricing, release date, and key specs for the upcoming generation.
Computing News
A man standing in e-waste.

Recycling isn’t enough. Here’s what experts say will solve the e-waste crisis

The world has a massive e-waste problem. Recycling helps, but it's only one solution in a network of problems affecting how electronics impact the environment.
Computing
AMD Ryzen 5000 with no lid.

Download AMD’s new driver now to fix a major Windows 11 bug

AMD just posted a chipset driver update that fixes a performance bug that has been plaguing Windows 11 since it released, and you can download it now.
Computing News
Intel Core i9-12900K box.

Some retailers are already selling Intel Alder Lake processors, at a cheap price

Someone was able to secure two Alder Lake processors weeks ahead of their rumored street date, and the price for each chip was much less than expected.
Computing News
Razer Kraken V3 Pro headset on a stand.

Razer’s new Kraken V3 headset might give you a headache (in a good way)

Razer launched a range of new headsets that can vibrate while you play games -- if you're willing to take a chance on getting a headache, that is.
Computing Gaming
Razer PC components.

Razer gets into PC components with RGB-ridden power supply, AIO cooler, and fans

Razer is mostly known for laptops and peripherals, but the company is taking its first step into the world of PC components with a few new product launches.
Computing News
Apple M1 Pro and Max logos.

Apple M1 vs. M1 Pro vs. M1 Max

Apple announced two new chips to its M1 lineup: The M1 Pro and M1 Max. We're here to break down how they stack up to the base M1 inside Apple devices now.
Computing
Nvidia's GeForce Now eco system.

Nvidia’s new GeForce Now plan delivers 1440p 120Hz game streaming to any device

Nvidia's new GeForce Now plan can turn your aging Android phone, new MacBook Pro, and everything in between into a high-end gaming device.
Computing Gaming
Concept art of an Intel DG2 graphics card.

Intel already has five gaming graphics card generations in the works

Intel has already revealed four generations of its upcoming Intel Arc graphics cards, and a new Twitter tease points to a fifth generation.
Computing News
apple m1 max chip

How powerful is the M1 Max’s GPU? Estimates say possibly more than a PS5

The M1 Max isn't here yet, but a performance estimate based off of the M1 places the new chip at around the same level of performance as a PS5.
Computing News
Lifestyle image of someone using the new Macbook Pro 2021.

Even with 32 GPU cores, the M1 Max MacBook Pro still isn’t a gaming destination

The M1 Max comes with four times as many GPU cores as the M1, but that doesn't make MacBook Pro is a gaming destination. Here's why.
Computing Features
apple m1 pro chip 32 gpu cores rivals discete graphics max

Apple’s M1 Max chip features 32 graphics cores, rivaling discrete GPU performance

Apple finally unveiled the M1 Pro and Max processors, which feature some major improvements over the M1 chip and will show up in the new MacBook Pros.
Computing News
Apple M1 chip on a motherboard.

The Apple M1X may not be called ‘M1X’ at all

Apple's upcoming M1X chip may come with a different name entirely, with developer logs pointing to two vastly different possibilities.
Computing News
Intel Alder Lake performance core design.

Is Alder Lake good at gaming? Intel says developers need ‘careful planning’

A new developer guide from Intel shows how game devs can take advantage of its hybrid architecture. And it reveals some key details about the upcoming range.
Computing News
The interior of the Surface Laptop Studio.

Microsoft might be building its own version of the Apple M1 chip for Surface

A recent job posting suggests that Microsoft could be developing its own M1 competitor for next-gen Surface devices, but it's too soon to say for sure.
Computing News
New Alienware Aurora on blurred background.

Alienware celebrates 25 years with new Aurora, finally adding clear side panel

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Alienware announced the new Aurora, which said to be 16% quieter and 5% faster -- even using the same hardware.
Computing News
Windows 11 update page.

Unsupported Windows 11 installs are getting updates after all

After weeks of Microsoft suggesting otherwise, we were able to download the first Windows 11 update on an unsupported PC -- and you can, too.
Computing News
Nvidia RTX 2080 Super in a gaming PC.

Nvidia is building a walled garden with DLSS — and it’s working

Over the past two years, Nvidia changed games not with ray tracing, but with DLSS. It's now enough of a reason to go with Team Green, even if it shouldn't be.
Computing
Unsupported Windows 11 waiver.

The first Windows 11 update makes a major performance issue even worse

Microsoft has released the first patch for Windows 11, but it hasn't fixed a big problem with AMD chips. In fact, the patch may have made the issue worse.
Computing
Acer Orion 7000 sitting on a desk.

Acer’s first Alder Lake gaming desktop is crazy powerful and coming soon

Acer just announced the Orion 7000, which is its first gaming desktop to sport an Intel Alder Lake chip. And it looks like a monster of the machine.
Computing News
AMD RX 6600 among other graphics cards.

AMD Radeon RX 6600 vs. RX 6600 XT vs. Nvidia RTX 3060: Budget GPUs, tested

The RX 6600 is the latest GPU from AMD, but how does it compare to the best 1080p GPUs? Our RX 6600 vs. RX 6600 XT vs. RTX 3060 comparison has all the details.
Computing
AMD RX 6600 among other graphics cards.

AMD Radeon RX 6600 review: When overpriced is still a good deal

The AMD RX 6600 is another product of the GPU shortage. It'd be a tough sell under normal conditions, but isn't a bad deal considering how expensive GPUs are.
Computing Reviews
Intel Arc Alchemist concept art.

Intel says it may not have enough Arc Alchemist cards to meet demand

Arc Alchemist is right around the corner, but Intel isn't interested in dodging the GPU shortage that has left many gamers without a card for over a year.
Computing News
An engineer smiles as she holds up two processor chips.

Intel’s Alder Lake Core i5 could be the new go-to budget gaming CPU

New benchmarks have surfaced for the Alder Lake Core i5-12400. And if they're real, this chip could be the go-to budget gaming CPU for years to come.
Computing News
Render of Intel Alder Lake chip.

Intel Alder Lake leak reveals 12-core laptop chip that challenges AMD

A new benchmark leak revealed a 12-core Intel Alder Lake processor. Although the results aren't impressive, they say a lot about the next-gen chips.
Computing News
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