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AMD's all-new X870 and X870E motherboards launch: Where to buy the best match for Ryzen 9000 CPUs
By Ben Wilson published
Next-gen AM5 All-new motherboards designed for AMD's X870 and X870E chipset features have finally launched for Ryzen 9000 desktop processors. Here are the cheapest boards available on launch day.

AMD unlocks over 60% Ryzen CPU power boosts for two of my top-rated desktop processors with a new TDP firmware update
By Ben Wilson published
TDP boost AMD Ryzen 600 Series motherboards can push the TDP of its 9600X and 9700X desktop processors by over 60%, but it comes with an important trade-off.

Best budget B550 motherboards in 2024
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated AMD's older desktop Ryzen chips still make a great choice for budget builds, and we have a motherboard to go with them.

Intel may lose billions of dollars once set aside by the US CHIPS Act, unless it can get its act together
By Sean Endicott published
More bad news Intel is set to receive $8 billion in funding from the US Chips Act and an additional $11 billion in loans. But that funding may be in jeopardy due to the chipmaker's struggles.

Qualcomm teases "high performance" desktops powered by Snapdragon X processors
By Sean Endicott published
What could it be? Snapdragon X processors will power "high performance" desktops soon, according to Qualcomm.

Intel Core Ultra Series 2 is official, delivering massive performance, efficiency, and AI gains in thin and light devices
By Zachary Boddy published
The Best Ever? Intel has officially unveiled Intel Core Ultra Series 2, the long-awaited Lunar Lake that delivers much improved performance, power efficiency, and AI power.

Acer Predator BiFrost Radeon RX 7600 OC review: Its first AMD GPU still offers competition for 1080p 'Ultra' gaming
By Ben Wilson published
Review Acer's Predator BiFrost Radeon RX 7600 OC offers excellent performance for 1080p gaming, but 8GB of VRAM will limit its lifespan.

Best CPU coolers for Intel Core i5-12600K in 2024
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated Intel's 12th Gen workhorse is still a very popular chip for gaming and productivity, and the right cooler can make all the difference.
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