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AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D and 7900X3D Review
CPU & Mainboard | 23/03/2023
With the newest X3D Processors on hand from AMD we thought it was the perfect opportunity to refresh our test rig with a RTX 4090 too. Tempora mutantur. Cue tons of retests on 17 CPU's. Strap in.
NZXT N7 Z790 White
CPU & Mainboard | 28/02/2023
If you've had your head turned by the 13th Generation of Intel processors and want a white Z790 motherboard then the NZXT N7 is one of your few choices. Let's take a look.
NZXT N7 B650E
CPU & Mainboard | 28/02/2023
The NZXT N7 range has proved to be a popular addition to their range, and the latest AMD model supports the Ryzen 7000 CPUs.
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Early Ryzen 7 5800X3D review highlights AMD's gaming prowess
CPU & Mainboard | 12/04/2022
More gaming benchmarks are here, and it looks like AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D is a real performer.
AIDA 64 release notes hint at Intel Alder Lake-X series CPU launch
CPU & Mainboard | 11/04/2022
Is Intel's HEDT lineup making a comeback?
AMD's EPYC Genoa CPU has been pictured with twelve Zen 4 chiplets
CPU & Mainboard | 11/04/2022
12 Zen 4 chiplets will deliver users 96 cores and 192 threads.
AGESA 1207 microcode will deliver performance gains for AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D
CPU & Mainboard | 10/04/2022
Expect better performance from AMD's V-Cache enhanced processors with new microcode.
ASUS ProArt B760-Creator D4 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 17/02/2023
If you want a motherboard that looks different to the multitude then the ASUS ProArt could be right up your street.
MSI MAG B760 Tomahawk WiFi D4 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 16/02/2023
The MSI Tomahawk range has always provided incredible value for money and the new LGA1700 model is no exception.
ASUS ROG Strix B760-A D4 and B760-G D4 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 15/02/2023
The ROG Strix B760s come in two near identical motherboards, differed only by their format. How do they perform?
Intel Core i9 13900KS Review
CPU & Mainboard | 22/01/2023
The KS version of the flagship 13th Generation Intel Core i9 processor promises 6GHz out of the box. We had to find out if this was true.
AMD Ryzen 5 7600 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 09/01/2023
The non-X version of the Ryzen 5 7600 is the perfect processor for those of you who want to game on a budget.
Intel Core i5 13400 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 06/01/2023
The Intel Core i5-12400 was our favourite budget CPU for gaming, does the new Raptor Lake version continue this good work?
ASUS ProArt B760-Creator D4 Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 05/01/2023
The last of our ASUS B760 previews is their creator focused ProArt model. Details are scant, but we'll show you what we can.
ASUS ROG Strix B760-F WiFi Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 05/01/2023
Continuing our previews of the B760 motherboards, tiding you over until our full reviews, it's time for one of the biggest names around, the ASUS ROG Strix, here in B760-F guise.
ASUS ROG Strix B760-A D4 and B760-G D4 Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 05/01/2023
If you prefer your motherboards to be white instead of black then the new pair of ASUS ROG Strix B760s will be right up your street.
MSI MAG B760 Tomahawk WiFi D4 Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 05/01/2023
The B760 chipset is the more affordable Intel one that still supports LGA1700 and their 13th Generation CPUs. We start with the MSI Tomahawk.
ASUS ROG Strix X670E-F Gaming WiFi Review
CPU & Mainboard | 01/12/2022
The most popular AMD chipset motherboard in the ASUS range is either the Crosshair or the Strix. We've got both to test.
ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Gene Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 01/12/2022
The mATX motherboard size has always been popular as an affordable way to blend features and size. We look at the new Crosshair X670E Gene.
ASUS TUF Gaming X670E-Plus WiFi Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 01/12/2022
The AM5 motherboards have released to witheringly high prices, but the ASUS TUF Gaming brings everything to the party at an affordable price.
Gigabyte Z790 Aero G Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 01/12/2022
The Aero G is a newer model in the Gigabyte range. Rather than their high-end Aorus models it's aimed at those who want affordability and a creative-heavy platform at the heart of their system.
MSI MPG B650 Carbon WiFi Review
CPU & Mainboard | 01/12/2022
Naturally with a new socket the big question is whether you can save money by buying the mid-range chipset. Does the B650 match up to the X670E?
ASUS Prime X670E-Pro WiFi Review
CPU & Mainboard | 01/12/2022
The ASUS Prime range has always combined all the features you need with none of the frippery that causes board prices to soar. How does their newest model compare to the rest?
Gigabyte X670E Aorus Master Review
CPU & Mainboard | 01/12/2022
The Aorus range from Gigabyte has proven to be a complete success, so naturally we wanted to discover how the X670E Aorus Master performed.
ASUS ROG Crosshair X670E Hero Review
CPU & Mainboard | 01/12/2022
The Crosshair X670E Hero will be familiar to anyone who has read our Ryzen 7000 series CPU reviews, but it deserves its moment in the sun as a standalone review.
AMD's Zen 4 Genoa EPYC CPU socket has been pictured with 12-channel DDR5 memory
CPU & Mainboard | 08/04/2022
AMD's Zen 4 EPYC Genoa processors are due to launch later this year.
Early Ryzen 7 5800X3D gaming benchmark showcase impressive results
CPU & Mainboard | 08/04/2022
AMD's Ryzen 9 5800X3D can thrash Intel is some games.
Intel has suspended its operations in Russia
CPU & Mainboard | 07/04/2022
The company had previously suspended all shipments to customers in Russia and Belarus.
AMD's latest Ryzen processors are now available to order in the UK
CPU & Mainboard | 05/04/2022
These processors represent great value when compared to AMD's existing Ryzen SKUs.
Hexa-Core CPUs now reign supreme on Steam
CPU & Mainboard | 04/04/2022
More than 50% of Steam users now use 6-core or 8-core CPUs.
AMD's Ryzen 7000 series is about to enter mass production - Report
CPU & Mainboard | 30/03/2022
AMD's Zen 4 processors are due to enter mass production next month.
Intel officially launches their i9-12900K processor - The "World's Fastest Desktop Processor"
CPU & Mainboard | 28/03/2022
Intel has a new flagship desktop CPU, and it has a high price tag.
Early benchmarks of AMD's Zen 4 EPYC processors point towards a huge L2 Cache upgrade
CPU & Mainboard | 28/03/2022
AMD's Zen 4 Genoa processors should feature 2x as much per-core L2 cache as their predecessors
AMD launches their 3rd Generation "Milan-X" EPYC processors with 3D Vertical Cache technology
CPU & Mainboard | 26/03/2022
AMD's latest EPYC CPUs have almost a Gigabyte of Cache.
AMD's Ryzen 7000 series core counts and TDPs leak - What to Expect from Zen 4 Ryzen
CPU & Mainboard | 25/03/2022
Expect higher TDPs and plenty of cores.
Intel's Special Edition i9-12900KS starts selling in the US for $799
CPU & Mainboard | 25/03/2022
Intel has a new flagship desktop processor, and it boosts to 5.5GHz
AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D has been benchmarked on Geekbench
CPU & Mainboard | 23/03/2022
Interesting comparisons with AMD's standard Ryzen 7 5800X.
MSI confirms plan to support AMD's Ryzen 5000/4000 series CPUs on their 500, 400, and 300 series AM4 motherboards
CPU & Mainboard | 23/03/2022
AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D will be supported on MSI's 300-series AM4 motherboards.
AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X has dropped below £300 in the UK - And other Ryzen 5000 CPU price cuts
CPU & Mainboard | 21/03/2022
Right now is a great time to upgrade your AM4 system.
ASUS confirms BIOS support for AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D and other new models
CPU & Mainboard | 16/03/2022
300 Series Zen 3 support on AM4 is coming.
AMD's bringing Zen 3 support to their oldest AM4 motherboards
CPU & Mainboard | 15/03/2022
AMD's 300-series AM4 motherboards are finally getting some Zen 3 love.
AMD's launching seven new processors next month - Here's what you need to know
CPU & Mainboard | 15/03/2022
New high-end and low cost Ryzen options for your AM4 motherboard.
AMD plans to discuss "Next-Generation Image Upscaling" at GDC 2022
CPU & Mainboard | 11/03/2022
Is this AMD's successor to FSR 1.0?
Apple's new M1 Ultra chip uses MCM technology to fuse together two M1 Max processors
CPU & Mainboard | 09/03/2022
Apple has "glued together" to M1 Max chips to create a 20-core monster.
AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D lacks overclocking support - Retail Pricing Leaked
CPU & Mainboard | 09/03/2022
AMD's new flagship gaming CPU lacks overclocking support.
AMD Delivers "Ultimate Workstation Processors" with their Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5000 WX-Series CPUs
CPU & Mainboard | 08/03/2022
AMD's promising "Up-to Double the Performance of Competing Solutions".
AMD's Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5000 series specs have leaked
CPU & Mainboard | 05/03/2022
Ryzen PRO is getting a Zen 3 upgrade.
AMD's reportedly launching new Ryzen, EPYC, and Threadripper Pro CPUs this month
CPU & Mainboard | 02/03/2022
AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D is launching this month, apparently.
Intel Raptor Lake-S performance data and launch timing leak
CPU & Mainboard | 22/02/2022
Should we expect great things from Intel's Alder Lake successor?
Intel showcases their next-generation 24-core 32-thread Raptor Lake processors
CPU & Mainboard | 21/02/2022
More cores, and double-digit performance boosts.
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