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Best CPU for NVIDIA RTX 3070 in 2024
By Brendan Lowry last updated
Best Pairing NVIDIA's RTX 3070 is a fantastic graphics card, but you'll need a processor to go with it. Here are the best CPUs for the 3070.
Revolutionary 'sweating' heatsink improves passive CPU cooling up to 32.65% with salt water
By Ben Wilson published
Sweaty CPU Developed by researchers in China, this experimental technology allows a porous membrane to 'sweat' and absorb moisture from the air and passively cool processors.
How to check CPU temperatures on Windows 11: Fast and free methods
By Ben Wilson published
CPU temp If your computer feels sluggish, checking the CPU temperature is one of the best ways to diagnose potential throttling issues. Here's how to check CPU temps on Windows 11.
Many AMD Ryzen processors have been hit by 'Zenbleed' bug that leaks your data
By Dan Rice published
This is fine The 'Zenbleed' bug hits AMD's Zen 2 line-up including both Ryzen and EPYC processors with no fix until later in the year.
Amazing deal: Save nearly $100 on AMD's Ryzen 5 7600X gaming CPU
By Brendan Lowry published
Ryzen 7000 For Less AMD's Ryzen 5 7600X is one of the best bang-for-your-buck CPUs, and right now, you can save big on one.
PC market might return to normal this year analyst says noting Intel and AMD reports
By Rebecca Spear published
Looking up? The PC market has taken a dive in recent years, but it's looking like things could look "less ugly" by end of year.
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X vs. AMD Ryzen 7 5800X: Which CPU is best for you?
By Tyler Colp last updated
Face off It's hard to compare the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and AMD Ryzen 7 5800X. Both CPUs offer extremely fast performance, but if you had to choose, which should you buy?
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X vs. AMD Ryzen 5 5600X: Which CPU is best for you?
By Tyler Colp published
Red Team It's tough to pick between the AMD Ryzen 5800X and the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X. Which one is the better CPU?
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