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AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D With PCSpecialist Review
CPU & Mainboard | 26/05/2023
The most affordable of the Ryzen X3D processors, and the sequel to the original, is the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. We've also got a PCSpecialist system with a RTX 4070 and 7800X3D combo for 'off the shelf' goodness.
Intel Xeon w9 3495X and w9 3475X Review
CPU & Mainboard | 06/05/2023
If you're a serious creative type and the thought of a mere 40 threads isn't enough, then perhaps the insane core count of the Intel Xeon W9 CPUs will scratch your itch.
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.
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Researchers uncover firmware backdoor in hundreds of Gigabyte motherboards
CPU & Mainboard | 31/05/2023
Over 270 Gigabyte motherboards have been found to be affected.
MSI showcases their Z790 MAX and B650 Project Zero motherboards at Computex
CPU & Mainboard | 30/05/2023
Is MSI preparing for a Raptor Lake Refresh?
ASUS issues a statement on BIOS updates and the warranty coverage of AMD AM5 motherboards
CPU & Mainboard | 16/05/2023
Don't worry, ASUS' warranty covers EXPO, XMP, and DOCP memory overclocks and all BIOS versions.
Intel confirms planned branding changes - Is the Core i series finished?
CPU & Mainboard | 02/05/2023
Will Intel's next-gen CPUs lack Core i-series branding?
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.
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?
AMD issues a new statement on Ryzen 7000 burnout issues - "We have the root cause"
CPU & Mainboard | 27/04/2023
Expect UEFI/BIOS updates to arrive from manufacturers soon.
ASUS issues an "Important Update" to Ryzen 7000 X3D CPU owners
CPU & Mainboard | 26/04/2023
UEFI/BIOS updates are coming to prevent future issues with these processors.
AMD issues a statement in response to Ryzen 7000 CPU burnout reports
CPU & Mainboard | 26/04/2023
AMD are actively investigating the issue.
AMD launches their 1 series of Zen 4 processors had handheld gaming systems
CPU & Mainboard | 25/04/2023
This SOC will power ASUS' ROG Ally.
AMD's next-gen Zen 5 "Strix Halo" APU should worry both Apple and Nvidia
CPU & Mainboard | 22/04/2023
RTX 4070 Max-Q performance from integrated graphics?
96-core AMD Genoa-X processor goes on sale in China with over 1GB of L3 cache
CPU & Mainboard | 17/04/2023
This CPU has 1152MB of L3 Cache.
AMD's reportedly working on 2nm Zen 6 "Morpheus" CPUs
CPU & Mainboard | 13/04/2023
New AMD info leaks via LinkedIn.
Early Zen 5 Turin leak suggests large IPC increase for AMD's next-gen CPUs
CPU & Mainboard | 12/04/2023
New server CPUs are hitting the limits of Cinebench.
MSI cautions users following cyber attack
CPU & Mainboard | 07/04/2023
Do not download BIOS files or firmware updates from unofficial sources - MSI warns
Jim Keller predicts huge gains with AMD's Zen 5 CPUs
CPU & Mainboard | 06/04/2023
Keller predicts 30% performance gains from AMD's Zen 5 CPUs.
AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D has dropped below £295 in the UK
CPU & Mainboard | 05/04/2023
Its successor may be launching tomorrow, but the 5800X3D remains a great option for AM4 upgraders.
MSI teases 9-12% performance gains with AMD's Ryzen 7 7800X3D with optimisations
CPU & Mainboard | 04/04/2023
Even AMD's best gaming processor can be improved with some tweaking.
New Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU Gaming benchmarking leak
CPU & Mainboard | 03/04/2023
i9-13900K beating performance at a lower price.
Gigabyte backtracks on statements about next-gen Ryzen
CPU & Mainboard | 31/03/2023
It looks like we will not be seeing next-gen Ryzen CPUs this year.
Intel reveals their 144 Core Sierra Forest processor - Launching in 2024
CPU & Mainboard | 29/03/2023
An all E-core Xeon?
Gigabyte claims that "next generation of AMD Ryzen desktop processors" are launching this year
CPU & Mainboard | 27/03/2023
AMD's AM5 platform should receive its first major upgrade this year.
Corsair reveals their XENEON 27QHD240 OLED gaming monitor
CPU & Mainboard | 24/03/2023
This monitor will become available in May.
ASUS releases beta AMD X670 and B650 BIOS updates to enable 24/48GB DRAM support
CPU & Mainboard | 18/03/2023
Expect official BIOS updates in the near future.
Intel's Xeon W9-3495X consumes almost 1900 Watts during heavy overclocking session
CPU & Mainboard | 17/03/2023
Crazy 5.5 GHz clock speeds over 56 CPU cores.
ASUS showcases 192GB RAM support on their ROG Strix X670E Gaming Motherboard
CPU & Mainboard | 16/03/2023
AMD's latest AGESA update is allowing AM5 users to utilise a tonne of DRAM.
ASUS confirms that their W790 PRO motherboards will support ECC DDR5-6800 memory speeds
CPU & Mainboard | 16/03/2023
ASUS' new workstation motherboards support crazy memory speeds.
AMD claims up to 24% advantage over Intel's i9-13900K with their Ryzen 7 7800X3D
CPU & Mainboard | 11/03/2023
AMD has also promised healthy performance gains with over the Ryzen 7 5800X3D.
AMD prepares AGESA 1.0.0.7 firmware updates to add 24GB and 48GB DDR5 support to AM5
CPU & Mainboard | 09/03/2023
24/48GB DIMMs not working with Ryzen? AMD's working to fix that.
Is this the future of motherboards? ASUS' "Back To (the) Future" could be a gamechanger
CPU & Mainboard | 09/03/2023
The TUF GAMINGB760M-BTF WIFI D4 is ready to change the industry.
Intel's Hybrid CPUs are still causing issues with legacy games
CPU & Mainboard | 08/03/2023
Alder Lake and Raptor Lake users are running into issues in older Total War games.
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