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"The world's most powerful CPU" is AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X, and it's now available to buy alongside its 9900X sibling
More Zen 5 CPUs A week after the launch of the Ryzen 5 and 7 chips comes AMD's high-performance Zen 5 hardware.
The ultimate used laptop buying guide: 11 tips to help you land the perfect PC
Save some 💵💵💵 Save some money with a used laptop that's as good as new.
Best AI PC in 2024: Intel, AMD, and Snapdragon laptops with CPU, GPU, and NPU for tasks powered by artificial intelligence
CPU, GPU, NPU Shopping for a new laptop? It only makes sense to check out the best AI PCs on the market today.
Easily one of the best 2024 Windows laptops — the X1 Carbon — is a staggering 48% off
Student deal The X1 Carbon (Gen 12) is usually a tough sell due to its price, but the $1,257 Back to School discount makes it a lot easier.
AMD Ryzen 7 9700X vs. Ryzen 7 7800X3D: A bigger number isn't always better, especially for PC gaming
MAD about AMD Why you might not need the latest Zen 5 chip from AMD.
G.Skill stuns with new "ultra low-latency" overclocking memory spec for PC gamers
New RAM New DDR5-6400 memory for high-performance PCs is coming later this month.
AMD Zen 5: Everything we know about next-gen Ryzen CPUs
AM5 AMD unveiled its processors with "Zen 5" architecture at Computex 2024, and the chips are starting to find their way into PCs. The lineup includes Ryzen 9000 desktop and Ryzen AI 300 laptop chips.
The first motherboard BIOS updates arrive to help clean up Intel's CPU mess
Fingers crossed The fix for degrading Intel Core desktop chips is in ... at least for some motherboards.
AMD's "new mid-range champion" Ryzen 7 9700X and its Ryzen 5 9600X sibling are now available to buy
It's time for Zen 5 The first of AMD's new Ryzen 9000 processors are headed into PC builds and upgrades.
What are Microsoft Precision touchpads?
Next best thing Ever wonder why we make such a big deal about Microsoft's Precision touchpad drivers? Turns out, they're important when it comes to an optimal laptop experience.
Best upgradeable laptop 2024
Updated Desktop PCs are often easily upgradeable, prolonging useful life and extracting more value from your purchase. But what about laptops? Here are our favorites.
HP OmniBook X vs. OmniBook Ultra: Snapdragon X or Ryzen AI 300 in your AI PC?
Snapdragon vs AMD HP rebranded its PCs earlier this year, and its OmniBook lineup offers a premium experience for regular users. Let's look at the differences between these laptops to help you make the right decision.
Best motherboard for AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
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
🖥️Zen 5 Don't miss out on optimal Zen 5 performance with the wrong motherboard.
Dell's best AI PC with all-day battery life scores exclusive discounts and extras for students headed back to school
Students take note Students can save an extra 10% on the discounted XPS 13 (9345) Copilot+ PC.
Acer Aspire TC-1775 review: The budget pre-built desktop PC to beat
Review Acer's Aspire TC-1775 has been refreshed with Intel's latest 14th Gen chip, and it remains the affordable full-size desktop PC to beat.
"We stand behind our products," says Intel as it extends 13th and 14th Gen CPU warranties and a class action lawsuit investigation begins
Too little too late? Intel's reputation is in the dirt as it attempts to regain some goodwill with its customers.
China gets a scented laptop, and all I have is some tape and an air freshener
The ASUS Adol 14 Air laptop includes an interesting collaboration with fashion designer Anna Sui.
Best CPU for NVIDIA RTX 4070 in 2024
Updated Let your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 realize its full potential with the perfect CPU.
Best motherboards for the Intel Core i9-14900K in 2024
Updated Pair your flagship Intel CPU with the right motherboard to maximize performance.
Best Core i9 laptops 2024
Updated Intel's Core i9 and Core Ultra 9 CPUs are among the industry's most powerful processors, and the laptops that feature them are phenomenal. These are our favorites that we've tested and reviewed.
Best CPU for NVIDIA RTX 4060 in 2024
Updated Upgrading or building a new PC with an NVIDIA RTX 4060 as the GPU? Our list of top processors to pair with the RTX 4060 can help ensure you land the right chip for your system.
Before you drop $450 on the new Surface Pro Flex, check out the best deal I've ever seen on this keyboard and stylus bundle
⌨️🖋️🤑 Best Buy's clearance sale knocks $167 off the Pro Signature keyboard and pen bundle.
