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Best CPU for NVIDIA RTX 4070 in 2024
By Cale Hunt published
Perfect match Let your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 realize its full potential with the perfect CPU.
![AMD Ryzen 7 8700G](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aggmQRQJvuKM6B2qMDrimD-320-80.jpg)
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G review: Skip that graphics card for now, this CPU is the new meta for budget PC gaming
By Ben Wilson published
Review Breaking the stigma of weak integrated graphics, the Ryzen 7 8700G is a revolutionary desktop processor perfect for a budget-conscious custom gaming PC.
![AMD Ryzen 5 8600G](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pvSRXYVamF8DzvJaNfRwuB-320-80.jpg)
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G review: The ultimate CPU for a budget-friendly custom gaming desktop is here
By Ben Wilson published
Review Bypassing expensive graphics cards, the Ryzen 5 8600G allows budget enthusiasts to build a capable desktop PC without sacrificing the latest AAA titles.
![NZXT Kraken Z73](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mPdtgJTA69onM47JmvZw8j-320-80.jpg)
Best CPU coolers for AMD Ryzen 5 5600X in 2024
By Ben Wilson last updated
Updated The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is one of my favorite AMD CPUs, and I've researched the best cooler to match. Here are my top picks to fit your budget.
![NVIDIA RTX 3070](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ch6p7e4WEMqvqHMbFnh7DD-320-80.jpg)
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.
![Processor floating in the ocean](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HK9nbY3PEJL5qH5wXD3bNk-320-80.jpg)
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.
![CPU cooler with NZXT temperature display](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3NPQiM9R3t56yygWoHRwFM-320-80.jpg)
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.
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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.
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