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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 (Gen 9) review: Great battery life and a versatile design but lacking in performance
By Rebecca Spear published
Review The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 Gen 9 features an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with integrated Intel Graphics, but its performance isn't what you'd expect. Our review.
This discounted XPS 13 can run ALL your favorite apps, thanks to its Intel Core Ultra CPU
By Sean Endicott published
Intel vs Qualcomm Dell's Back to School sale slashes $210 off the Intel version of the XPS 13. If you're a student, you can save an additional 10% on the highly reviewed thin-and-light laptop.
AMD Ryzen 7 9700X review: While Intel suffers setbacks, Team Red takes the mid-range gaming CPU crown
By Ben Wilson published
Review AMD's Ryzen 7 9700X desktop CPU offers improved performance at a lower price and power draw compared to previous chips and rivals at Intel, making it a solid mid-range option.
AMD Ryzen 5 9600X review: Cheaper and more efficient than ever, Zen 5 tempts with an entry-level gaming CPU
By Ben Wilson published
Review AMD's Ryzen 5 9600X offers affordable gaming, excelling in single-core performance and power efficiency. However, minimal multi-core bumps won't benefit users with recent CPUs.
Best motherboard for AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
By Cale Hunt published
Prepare for Zen 5 AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X is a high-performance Zen 5 processor that demands a quality motherboard to help realize its full potential. I've collected the best boards using the X670E chipset right here.
Best motherboard for AMD Ryzen 7 9700X
By Cale Hunt published
🖥️Zen 5 Don't miss out on optimal Zen 5 performance with the wrong motherboard.
One of the best VPNs now works with Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon X chips
By Sean Endicott published
Private Internet Access now has an Arm-native version of its VPN.
Alienware x16 R2 review: I struggled to tell the difference, but the changes are good ones
By Zachary Boddy last updated
Review Dell has made a handful of small changes to the Alienware x16 with its second iteration, which make it a better laptop... But can it really compete with the best?
This discounted Copilot+ PC pairs a Snapdragon X Elite with a 3K 120Hz OLED display
By Sean Endicott published
What a deal! Right now, you can grab the ASUS VivoBook S 15 for just over $100 off. That discounts saves you 8% on one of the best Copilot+ PCs and a laptop powered by the new Snapdragon X Elite processor.
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