What Is RISC, What Is RISC V, and How Do They Differ?
The terms might sound similar, but they mean completely different things.
AMD Zen 4: Everything You Need to Know
AMD's new Zen 4 architecture is here. And from what we've seen so far, it looks pretty exciting.
Intel's Raptor Lake Chips Are Coming: What's New With the 13th-Gen Processors?
AMD 7000-Series CPUs are great, but it won't be long until Intel hits back.
What Is a HEDT CPU? Everything You Need to Know
HEDT CPUs could be a good alternative to a workstation or server CPU, but what is it exactly? And would it be right for you?
AMD Threadripper vs. Threadripper Pro vs. Epyc: What's the Difference?
AMD's high-end chip lineup can be confusing. Here are the main differences between Epyc, Threadripper Pro, and Threadripper.
What Is Intel Xeon? Intel's Workstation & Server Chips Explained
Intel's workstation and server chips are sold under the Xeon brand, but it can be a little confusing. Here's what you need to know.
11 Common PC Building Mistakes Beginners Make—and How to Avoid Them
You've got all the parts—great! But how do you put them together properly? It's just like giant Lego, right?
3 Reasons Desktop and Laptop Chips With the Same Names Perform Differently
They have the same name, but they're not one and the same.
AMD AM5 Is Finally Here: 4 Ways It's Better Than AM4
Now that AMD has released its AM5 socket specs, it's time to take a look at how it'll improve on AM4.
AMD Drops Prices for Its Ryzen 7000 Chips: What It Means for You
It's rare that new hardware is cheaper, but AMD looks set to buck the trend.
What Are AMD's Ryzen 7000 Series Chips? When Can You Buy Them?
The wait is finally over. Well, almost.
Intel Core vs. Intel Core X: What's the Difference?
Intel CPUs come in two different flavors: the normal Core chips and the X-Series, or Extreme Edition. But what's the difference exactly?
Ryzen 3, 5, 7, or 9: Which Should You Buy?
Should you go big with the Ryzen 9? Or is a Ryzen 5 the CPU for you?
What Is a Supercomputer? How Is a Supercomputer Used?
Supercomputers are capable of quadrillions of operations per second. But what, exactly, is a supercomputer, and how are they used?
The 8 Most Powerful Computers in The World
They're so much more powerful than your laptop or gaming PC, it's almost unfathomable.
How to Limit the CPU Usage for a Single Program in Windows
Got a resource hog on your hands? Cut it down to size by limiting its CPU usage on Windows.
Intel Pentium Gold vs. Pentium Silver vs. Celeron: What's the Best Budget CPU?
Intel's Core CPUs are among the best in the world, but what about their less-powerful, budget CPU options?
6 Ways to Fix the Windows Shell Experience Host Causing High CPU Usage on Windows 10
If the Windows Shell Experience Host is taking up 100% of your CPU, there are some easy tricks you can use to calm it down again
New Spectre CPU Bug, Games With Gold Dumps Xbox 360 Titles, and Enable God Mode in Windows 11
Beware the new Spectre CPU vulnerability and learn how Windows 11 is introducing the exciting new feature of... CD ripping.
What Is Bottlenecking My PC & How Do I Fix It?
You might not be getting the most out of your PC hardware, especially if one component is vastly more powerful than the rest.