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GPU sag on an RTX 3070.

What is GPU sag, and how to avoid it

GPU sag is when your graphics card isn't properly supported in its slot. This can lead to crashes and long-term damage to the card. Here's how to avoid it.
A gaming laptop playing Horizon Zero Dawn.

Gaming laptops are still lying to us, and it’s getting even more complicated

As a new generation of gaming laptops rolls out in 2023, it's becoming even more difficult to trust what you see on a spec sheet.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D sitting on a motherboard.

Between AMD’s Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Ryzen 9 7950X3D, there’s no contest

AMD's Ryzen 7 7800X3D is a monster gaming CPU, but is it worth spending more for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D? We put them both to the test.
The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D installed in a motherboard.

What is AMD 3D V-Cache? Extra gaming performance unlocked

AMD's 3D V-Cache technology is one of the most exciting trends in PC hardware. But what is it? How does it work? Here's what you need to know about 3D V-Cache.
A group shot of Ryzen 7000 CPUs.

AMD Ryzen 7000: availability, pricing, specs, and architecture

AMD Ryzen 7000 processors are here, and the range will soon expand to include 3D V-Cache and mobile chips. Here's everything you need to know about Zen 4.
The RTX 4090 and RTX 3090 sitting on a table side-by-side.

Forget the RTX 4090. Here’s why you should buy an older GPU instead

Retailers and Nvidia may have you believe that you need the RTX 4090 for AAA gaming, but here's why you really don't.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU.

Nvidia’s outrageous pricing strategy is exactly why we need AMD and Intel

Nvidia is the leader of the pack in the discrete GPU market, but it's time that AMD and Intel tried to give it a run for its money.
Hopper H100 graphics card.

Microsoft explains how thousands of Nvidia GPUs built ChatGPT

ChatGPT has gone viral over the past few months, but it took several years, millions of dollars, and thousands of Nvidia GPUs to build the AI chatbot.
Ellie looking concerned.

No, The Last of Us PC requirements aren’t changing

An updated spec sheet for the upcoming The Last of Us PC port calls for different GPUs, but nothing is changing about the requirements.
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Here’s how you can get The Last of Us for free from AMD

AMD is bringing out a very well-timed bundle that gives you a free game and even saves you money on one of its best GPUs.
The Microsoft Edge browser is open on a Surface Book 2 in tablet mode.

Microsoft Edge opens AI-upscaled video to AMD graphics cards

Microsoft has released its new AI-powered video upscaling feature for Edge, and unlike Nvidia's take, it works with AMD graphics cards.
The AMD Radeon Pro W6800X Duo graphics card.

This AMD GPU from 2021 beats the RX 7900 XTX and the RTX 4080

Thanks to a few clever modifications, an AMD card built for Apple computers was able to run and be benchmarked -- with outstanding results.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU.

No surprise — graphics cards have gotten twice as expensive since 2020

If you have a feeling that graphics cards are pretty expensive these days, you're not wrong. Comparing sales data from 2020 to 2023 is very telling.
AMD RX 7900 XTX standing up on a red background.

AMD wants to build on AI with its next generation of graphics cards

AMD executives just teased RDNA 4 graphics cards, even though RDNA 3 is still very fresh. It seems AI in GPUs is definitely on AMD's radar.
RX 7900 XTX and RX 7900 XT on a pink background.

AMD is losing the AI battle, and it’s time it started to worry

AMD graphics cards have a lot to offer, but when it comes to AI, Nvidia is still king -- and it's time AMD started to worry about it.
A hand holding AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X3D processor.

AMD Ryzen Master has a bug that can let someone take full control of your PC

A dangerous vulnerability was found in AMD's Ryzen Master software. If you're using it, you should act quickly.
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX hovers over a raging fire.

AMD’s latest drivers are causing havoc on Windows PCs

AMD’s latest driver has finally touched down after a two-month wait, but has apparently been causing Windows PCs to crash and even suffer boot problems.
Two students lean over a cauldron in Hogwarts Legacy.

Hogwarts Legacy PC: best settings, ray tracing, DLSS, and more

Hogwarts Legacy has some issues on PC, but our guide to the best settings can help you optimize your performance.
AMD CEO holding the Ryzen 7040 series processor.

New AMD laptop CPU destroys its predecessor, winning by 90%

AMD's upcoming Ryzen range for laptops is looking better than ever. Leaked benchmarks show some serious performance gains.
AMD CEO Lisa Su delivering AMD's CES 2023 keynote.

AMD ‘undershipping’ GPUs signals weak PC market

In its latest earnings call, AMD revealed why its latest-gen GPUs and CPUs aren't dropping in price despite the lowering demand.
A hand holding AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X3D processor.

AMD’s Ryzen 9 7950X3D pricing keeps the pressure on Intel

AMD finally announced pricing and availability for its upcoming Ryzen 9 7950X3D, and it doesn't carry a price increase compared to the base processor.
A PC sitting next to a PS5 on a coffee table.

I built a couch gaming PC that puts the PS5 to shame — and you can too

You haven't been able to beat the PS5 with a custom PC for a couple of years, but now is the time for PCs to make a comeback. Here's the build you need.
A laptop sits on a desk with a Windows 11 wallpaper.

If you think PCs are dying, you haven’t been paying attention

Microsoft and Intel are down bad right now, but that doesn't mean it's time to declare that PCs are dead once again.
The RTX 4070 Ti graphics card on a pink background.

Nvidia’s RTX 4070 Ti is destroying AMD, even though it shouldn’t

According to the latest sales figures, Nvidia's RTX 4070 Ti is majorly outselling both AMD and Intel.
Some placing a motherboard in a PC.

The best motherboards for 2023

With so many motherboards to pick from, nailing down one with the right features isn't easy. We've narrowed down the list to help you pick the best motherboard.
RX 7900 XTX slotted into a test bench.

I switched to an AMD GPU for a month — here’s why I don’t miss Nvidia

I switched to AMD's new flagship GPU for a month, and after using it every day, I don't miss Nvidia as much as I thought I would.
The Ryzen 5 7600X sitting among thermal paste and RAM.

AMD Ryzen 5 7600X vs. Ryzen 5 7600: is cheaper better?

The new Ryzen 5 7600 is a great processor, so much so that it makes the older Ryzen 5 7600X look like a complete waste of money.
A hand holding AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X3D processor.

AMD may have just leaked the Ryzen 9 7950X3D release date

AMD briefly posted a release date for its upcoming Ryzen 9 7950X3D on its website, but it may have been an accident.
AMD CEO Lisa Su delivering AMD's CES 2023 keynote.

AMD vs. Nvidia vs. Intel: which PC giant won CES 2023?

AMD, Nvidia, and Intel all presented lots of new products during their CES 2023 keynotes. What's new and who's winning?
AMD CEO Lisa Su delivering AMD's CES 2023 keynote.

How to rewatch AMD’s CES 2023 keynote from today

Here's how to rewatch AMD's major announcements from CES 2023, including new processors and graphics cards.
AMD CEO Lisa Su delivering AMD's CES 2023 keynote.

AMD CES 2023: Ryzen 9 7950X3D, mobile Ryzen 7000, and more

AMD wrapped its CES 2023 keynote, and it was packed full of announcements, including the Ryzen 9 7950X3D, Ryzen 7000 mobile, and more.
The Navi 31 GPU.

CES 2023: AMD is bringing RDNA 3 graphics to some Ryzen 7000 laptop CPUs

AMD is using all its graphics technologies for Ryzen 7000 mobile CPUs, with new chips sporting Vega, RDNA2, and RDNA3 onboard GPUs, with impressive performance.
AMD's CEO showing off the RX 7600M XT at CES 2023.

CES 2023: AMD’s next-gen laptop GPU could beat a desktop RTX 3060

AMD showed off onboard and dedicated RDNA3 graphics at CES 2023, with the latest-generation GPUs exhibiting impressive performance and efficiency.
AMD CEO holding the Ryzen 7040 series processor.

CES 2023: AMD Ryzen 7000 laptops CPUs go up to 16 cores

During CES 2023, AMD announced the upcoming Ryzen 7000 mobile processors. Here's what we know about the Zen 4 laptop lineup.