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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?
AMD Ryzen 7000X3D-series CPUs burning up and destroying motherboards from ASUS, Gigabyte
By Ben Wilson published
Too hot Unconfirmed causes are seeing Ryzen 7800X3D-series processors bulging and bursting, causing irreparable damage to their motherboards, too.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D review: A gaming powerhouse CPU with one weakness
By Ben Wilson published
Review AMD aims to dominate the desktop PC scene with the most powerful gaming CPU ever made, but is it worth the price when it lacks in another category?
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X CPU half price for a limited time — save $150 on this mid-range gaming beast
By Ben Wilson published
DEAL AMD's Ryzen 5 5600X is discounted to almost half its usual MSRP for a limited time, don't miss out on this massive saving for a mid-range gaming CPU.
13th Gen Intel Core mobile CPUs announced at CES
By Ben Wilson published
CES Intel unveils the world's first 24-core processor for a laptop alongside 31 other brand-new 13th Gen mobile CPUs.
Intel launches new entry-level Core i3 N-series mobile CPUs
By Ben Wilson published
CES Intel expands its entry-level CPU category with the all-new N-Series, including Core i3 performance options, for all-day efficiency in the classroom and beyond.
How to pick the right AMD Ryzen CPU for your PC
By Rich Edmonds last updated
AMD returned to the processor battlefield with the Zen family of CPUs under the Ryzen umbrella. There are several options across multiple price points. Here's what you need to know about the family.
Intel Core i9-13900K vs. AMD Ryzen 9 7900X: Which CPU is best?
By Rich Edmonds published
Looking for the best of Intel or AMD? You're likely considering the Intel Core i9-13900K vs. AMD Ryzen 9 7900X. Here's all you need to know.
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