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This Windows 11 memory bug is exactly why I’m waiting to upgrade

Windows 11 is finally here, but it seems to come with an issue: A memory leak in File Explorer. But it turns out that Windows 10 has a similar problem.
Laptop sitting on a desk showing Windows 11's built-in Microsoft Teams experience

You can manually download the release build of Windows 11 early — here’s how

Now that Windows 11 has launched, you might be wondering when you can upgrade. There are a few different routes depending on what desktop or laptop you have.
AMD Threadripper processor in a motherboard.

AMD’s powerful Threadripper 5000 chips may have been delayed again

AMD's hotly anticipated Threadripper 5000 chips may have been delayed again. This time, though, it seems AMD will miss the 2021 mark originally rumored.
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SteelSeries Prime Mini Wireless review: When less isn’t more

The SteelSeries Prime Mini Wireless is a decent gaming mouse overall. But at around $130, it's flanked by excellent esports mice that outclass it.
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Intel Alder Lake box revealed, hinting at unique feature for flagship chip

Photos of Intel's upcoming Alder Lake box designs have leaked -- and the Core i9-12900K looks to come with a special extra for enthusiasts.
Line outside of Best Buy for RTX restock.

Best Buy to restock Nvidia RTX 30-series GPUs again — here’s how to score one

Best Buy is restocking Nvidia RTX 30-series GPUs tomorrow, and if you know what to expect, you might be able to take one home at list price.
Lenovo Legion 9000K desktop PC.

The first Intel Alder Lake gaming desktop may have just leaked

Intel has confirmed that Alder Lake is coming in 2021, and now we have a glimpse at what could be the first PC packing the latest generation.
New World landscape and ruins.

I’m still crossing my fingers that New World won’t brick my RTX 3090

New World is officially live, and reports are circulating again that it's bricking high-end GPUs. The problem seems bigger than before, though.
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger delivers the Day 1 closing keynote at IAA Mobility

Intel processors could adopt one of the best Apple and iPhone features

A new rumor suggests that Intel is taking pointers from Apple with its M1 and iPhone chips, which could enable software desktops have never seen before.
Character using lightning in New World.

New World PC performance guide: The best settings for optimized frame rates

New World is finally here, but you'll need to dial in the best settings for optimal PC performance. Here are the key options to tweak.
AMD CEO Lisa Su holding a graphics card.

AMD CEO has good news about the chip shortage, but you still can’t buy a GPU

AMD CEO Lisa Su laid out a road map for the end of the chip shortage. It's still many months away, however.
LEDs forming a graphics card.

Intel’s Arc Alchemist GPUs could be in better shape than we expected

Intel Arc Alchemist graphics cards are launching soon, and new leaks provide a look into how the range will perform and how Intel will brand them.
A side view of the Corsair M65 wireless mouse.

Corsair M65 RGB Ultra Wireless review: An FPS icon goes wireless

The Corsair M65 RGB Ultra Wireless snips the wire of an FPS icon. The significant change brings a significant price increase, but it still feels worth it.
Unsupported Windows 11 waiver.

Windows 11 compatibility waiver warns of ‘damages’ that Microsoft could prevent

Microsoft is allowing people with unsupported hardware to install Windows 11, but you'll need to sign a waiver warning of damages beforehand.
Promotional image of an Intel Core processor.

Leaked Alder Lake benchmark shows 21% performance gain over AMD

Alder Lake benchmarks continue leaking, and the latest result shows a big boost for Team Blue over AMD's top Ryzen 9 5950X.
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Gigabyte M32U monitor review: 4K gaming without the fluff

The Gigabyte M32U sits in a class of its own with a 32-inch 4K panel capable of 144Hz. Screen size isn't everything when it comes to gaming displays, though.
Gaming PC that looks like an office.

This diorama is the meta gaming PC of my dreams — and you can win it

This diorama may look like just a PC gaming battlestation, but it actually has a gaming PC hidden inside. And if you're fast enough, you could win it.
Jensen Huang at GTX 2020.

Nvidia’s latest A.I. results prove that ARM is ready for the data center

Nvidia just published its latest MLPerf A.I. results, but with an interesting twist. The benchmarks include both ARM-based and x86 systems.
Internals of Surface Laptop Studio.

Even the Surface Laptop Studio doesn’t come with a hardware TPM chip

Microsoft caused a fuss when it announced Windows 11 and its TPM requirement, but the newly announced Surface Laptop Studio proves that it's not that important.
Someone gaming on a Surface Laptop Studio.

Is the Surface Laptop Studio a legit gaming laptop? Here’s why (and why not)

The Surface Laptop Studio isn't built for gaming, but it packs enough of a punch to get me excited. Here are four reasons why, and one reason why not.
Render of Intel Alder Lake chip.

First Alder Lake gaming benchmarks leak — here’s why you shouldn’t believe them

The first leaked Alder Lake gaming benchmarks are here, and they show big gains over AMD. But you shouldn't take them at face value. Here's why.
AMD Ryzen processor in a motherboard.

Update your AMD Ryzen drivers now to avoid password leaks

A report from a cybersecurity firm exposed a critical security flaw in all AMD Ryzen chipsets. Here's how to protect yourself.
Nvidia DLSS showcase.

Nvidia DLSS is bigger than ever and primed for the Windows 11 launch

Nvidia announced 28 new games for DLSS, bringing the total to over 100. The tech is also receiving a new feature, as well as Windows 11 support ahead of launch.
Corsair Sabre Pro Wireless on a black background.

Corsair Sabre RGB Pro Wireless review: Competitive mouse, competitive price

The Corsair Sabre RGB Pro Wireless takes one of the best esports mice and makes it better. Beyond that, it's cheaper than the competition, if only by a bit.
Hudson from Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War.

How to track your stats in Call of Duty: Warzone

Wondering how you stack up in Call of Duty: Warzone? In this guide, we show you how to easily track your Warzone stats, both in-game and through a website.
Windows 11 on a tablet.

Why Windows 11 is more than just a Windows 10 reskin

Windows 11 is built on the same foundation as Windows 10, but it's more than a visual update. In a new video, Microsoft explains why.
Origin Neuron on a table.

Origin Neuron (2021) review: A prebuilt worthy of the premium

The 2021 Origin Neuron uses parts you can buy and put together yourself, and for less. However, excellent build quality and design make it feel a cut above.
A close-up image of Nvidia's RTX 3080 Ti graphics card.

The 20GB RTX 3080 Ti is real, but you won’t be able to buy one

New information has surfaced about the long-rumored 20GB RTX 3080 Ti, showing that the card is real. That said, you won't be able to buy one.
Intel GPU teaser.

Why Intel Arc Alchemist won’t save graphics cards

Leaks and rumors have suggested Intel Arc Alchemist won't stand up to the flagship competition, but it likely isn't supposed to. Here's why.
Characters in Valorant.

Valorant could use TPM for anti-cheat, but not in the way you think

Valorant's Vanguard anti-cheat software may have received a new update that requires TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot for sessions running on Windows 11.
A car in Forza Horizon 5.

The best games to benchmark your PC in 2022

Benchmarking your PC isn't as simple as booting up a game and measuring the frame rate. You need one of the best games to benchmark for PC for reliable results.
A photo of the TikTok app running on a Windows 11 laptop

I downgraded from Windows 11 to Windows 10, and I don’t plan on going back

After living with all the new features and slick look of Windows 11 for months, I'm going back to Windows 10. Here's why.
PC gamer wearing headset

How to increase your gaming performance without buying a GPU

You don't need a new graphics card to increase your frame rate in games. We rounded up free things you can do to boost your gaming performance in minutes.
Asus Vivobook Pro 16X OLED sitting on a table top.

VESA’s new OLED standard is reserved for only the brightest displays

The new VESA DisplayHDR True Black 600 standard is only available on select displays that boast the highest contrast ratios around.