Intel Core i5 vs. i7: Which CPU is right for you in 2023?
Intel offers the Core i5 and i7 ranges for the mainstream market, but which should you choose? Our Intel Core i5 versus i7 guide breaks down the differences.
Yet another disappointment about Intel’s next chips may be true
Fresh information suggests that Intel might stick with a four-core count on its upcoming 14th-gen Core i3 desktop processors.
The best GPUs that will actually fit in your mini-ITX PC
There are quite a handful of options if you are looking for a powerful GPU for your mini-ITX gaming build.
Intel’s most powerful CPUs may not launch until 2024
Intel's internal performance projections confirm Arrow Lake desktop CPUs will be arriving next year.
I’ve reviewed every GPU in the last 2 years — these are the only ones you should buy
Here are the only GPUs you should consider, from the prospective of someone who's reviewed all of them over the last two generations.
Intel’s next budget CPUs may finally be worth buying for gamers
Intel is expected to refresh its existing Rocket Lake range of CPUs later this year with increased core count and clock speeds.
How Intel could use AI to tackle a massive issue in PC gaming
Intel is introducing seven new papers to Siggraph 2023, which cover everything from path tracing on integrated GPUs to VRAM limitations.
Intel chips held back the 15-inch MacBook Air, Apple says
Apple has claimed the 15-inch MacBook Air might not exist if it wasn’t for its own Apple silicon chips, in an apparent jab at Intel’s past processor efforts.
How we test PC components and hardware
There are a ton of options in PC components when building a new PC. Here's how we evaluate new products to see if they're the right choice.
Intel just admitted defeat
Intel has just announced that it's rebranding its processor line, starting with the upcoming Meteor Lake CPUs. Here are all the changes.
Intel’s Arc graphics cards have quietly become excellent
Intel's Arc A770 and A750 were decent, if imperfect, GPUs at launch, but they've massively improved since then.
If you have a Gigabyte motherboard, your PC might stealthily download malware
If you own a Gigabyte motherboard, your system might be at risk. Researchers spotted a dangerous vulnerability in the firmware. Fortunately, there's a fix.
Intel thinks your next CPU needs an AI processor — here’s why
Intel provided some details about how the dedicated AI processor in its upcoming Meteor Lake chips work, and how they'll be used in the future.
Asus fights to save face after a huge AMD Ryzen controversy
Asus has been the subject of a lot of controversy in the past couple of weeks, and its motherboards might be suffering for it.
Intel addresses a mysterious patch coming to nearly all PCs this week
A mysterious patch from Intel is scheduled for this Friday that applies to nearly all of its modern CPUs.
The best PC builds: budget, gaming, video editing, and more
Building your own PC is rewarding, but it takes a lot of research. Check out our best PC builds to save yourself time and buy a great desktop.
A massive data breach has left Intel scrambling for solutions
MSI suffered a major data breach, but it's not the only company impacted -- all Intel users may be at risk.
After 15 years, Intel may be killing the Core i5 and Core i7
Intel's "Core i" branding has been around for 15 years now, but a change may be in the works in the next generation.
Your next smartphone might have an Intel processor — seriously
Intel is one of the biggest names for laptop and desktop chips. Now, it's diving into the world of smartphone and tablet processors.
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.
Intel may have found the solution to Nvidia’s melting GPUs
The 12VHPWR connector built up a pretty bad reputation in Nvidia's GPUs, but Intel may have found a solution to the problems it can cause.
Here’s how Intel doubled Arc GPUs’ performance with a simple driver update
Intel delivered a massive boost in performance for its Arc GPUs with a simple driver update, but how? We sat down with Intel to dig deeper.
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.
Windows 11 has been causing problems with Intel graphics for months, and no one said a word
Microsoft revealed that a not-so-recent update may have broken DirectX in Intel graphics, but luckily, there seems to be a fix on the way.
MSI’s 2023 GT77 Titan is even faster than most gaming desktops
MSI's GT77 Titan packs next-gen components that are powerful enough to put even the most expensive gaming desktops to shame.
Intel targets RTX 3060 takedown with Arc Alchemist price cut
Intel is slashing the price of its Arc A750 graphics card in an attempt to take down Nvidia's popular RTX 3060 graphics card.
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 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.
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?
Intel’s future GPUs just got revealed in a major leak
Wondering when Intel’s Alchemist+ and Battlemage graphics cards are launching? A new leak has revealed Intel’s roadmap, spilling the beans on its secret plans.
At long last, Intel brings XeSS upscaling to integrated graphics at CES 2023
Intel is finally bringing its XeSS upscaling to integrated graphics, including support for the new 13th-gen mobile processors.
Intel’s 24-core laptop CPU might outclass desktop i9 processors
Intel showed off its 13th-gen mobile processors at CES 2023, including a monster 24-core laptop CPU that can reach up to 5.6GHz.
No one wants to buy AMD’s Zen 4 chips — what’s going on?
AMD is struggling to sell its latest Zen 4 chips, according to data from a German retailer. Why are these processors lagging, and is there hope of a comeback?
CPU confusion made buying a laptop in 2022 a nightmare
Intel's 12th-gen CPUs are a motley and confusing collection of processors. It's not always clear which will perform better, so buyers need to beware.