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AMD Ryzen 5 5500
AMD's Ryzen 5 drops to $76 for a limited time

By Cale Hunt Published

Deals AMD's desktop CPUs last a long time, and despite the Ryzen 5 5500 launching in 2022, it remains a solid option for 1080p gamers. This deal has it down to $76.

Deals
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D boxed held in front of a blue cloudy sky with Windows Central best award
Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU stock catches up to demand at AMD's MSRP

By Cale Hunt Published

PC Gaming The Ryzen 7 9800X3D has been restocked at MSRP at prominent retailers, including Best Buy, Newegg, and Amazon.

PC Gaming
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D slotted into ASRock X870E Taichi board
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D review: Ultimate bragging rights

By Ben Wilson, Harish Jonnalagadda Published

Review AMD's latest Zen 5 desktop processor is the best of its kind, but is it worth it?

Review
Here's what we know (so far) about NVIDIA's alleged ARM chips for laptops

By Sean Endicott Published

CPUs NVIDIA will reportedly release its first-ever ARM-based chips for Windows PCs. The rumored N1X chip is expected by the end of 2025 and its sibling, the N1, is expected in 2026.

CPUs
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor held in front of a blue cloudy sky
The world's best CPU for gaming is out, and here's where to buy

By Cale Hunt Last updated

It's here! AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D — the best CPU for PC gaming in 2024 — is now available to buy. Here's what you need to know, including where to buy and whether it's worth an upgrade.

It's here!
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D boxed held in front of a blue cloudy sky with Windows Central best award
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D review: Retaining the title of best gaming CPU

By Ben Wilson Published

Review AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a higher price tag than its predecessor, but it's still the best pick for gamers and far cheaper than Intel's underwhelming offering.

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NVIDIA and MediaTek might be collaborating on a 3nm AI PC CPU that could potentially blow Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite out of the water — and it reportedly tapes out later this month

By Kevin Okemwa Published

3NM AI PC CPU NVIDIA and MediaTek are reportedly working on a 3nm AI PC processor.

3NM AI PC CPU
Image of Intel's booth at IFA 2024.
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.

The Best Ever?
Intel 13th and 14th Gen instability issues
"We stand behind our products," says Intel as it extends 13th and 14th Gen CPU warranties and a class action lawsuit investigation begins

By Cale Hunt Published

Too little too late? Intel's reputation is in the dirt as it attempts to regain some goodwill with its customers.

Too little too late?
Intel CPU melting down
Intel's 13th and 14th Gen CPU instability damage is irreversible, and it can happen to way more chips than we thought

By Cale Hunt Published

Not good No recall is planned, but a preventative fix for unaffected CPUs is expected in the coming weeks.

Not good
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