4GB vs. 8GB: How Have VRAM Requirements Evolved?
A lot has been said about 8GB GPUs over the past year, in part thanks to our own testing. In comparing 4GB vs 8GB VRAM we hope to get a glimpse into the future dynamics between 8GB and 16GB configurations.
CPU Cache vs. Cores: AMD Ryzen Edition
In this article, we'll take a look at how L3 cache capacity affects gaming performance. More specifically, we'll be examining AMD's Zen 3-based Ryzen processors in a "for science" type of feature.
FurMark 2 stress test adds OpenGL, Vulkan, and Linux support
AMD Radeon RX 7900 GRE Re-Review: You Can Buy the Golden Rabbit Now
This is not the first time we're testing AMD's Radeon RX 7900 GRE (Golden Rabbit). That actually happened 6 months ago, but this is the first time you can actually buy it, and at a much lower price.
AMD X3D CPU Versus: 5800X3D vs 5700X3D vs 5600X3D
We compare the three X3D chips available on the AM4 platform: the Ryzen 5 5600X3D, Ryzen 7 5700X3D, and Ryzen 7 5800X3D to see which model offers the best value to PC gamers.
Intel appears to have pulled a fast one on benchmark tests for its Xeon processors
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop vs. Desktop GPU
Having reviewed the Nvidia RTX 4090 Laptop GPU and taken a comprehensive look at how it fares in the laptop market, let's see how it compares against the similarly-named but much more powerful RTX 4090 desktop part.
Is Upscaling Useful at Lower Resolutions? Nvidia DLSS vs Native at 1080p
While higher resolution monitors are becoming more popular and we recommend them, 1080p continues to have the most usage among PC gamers. We take a look at DLSS upscaling vs native rendering at 1080p.
Nvidia's Grace Hopper GH200 superchip benchmarked, holds up well against AMD and Intel competition
AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D Review: 3D V-Cache for $250
AMD's Ryzen 7 5700X3D, while technically new, is not really so. What we have here is binned silicon that couldn't be sold as a 5800X3D, but instead of throwing it away, it's been cut down and offered for just $250.
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G tested with overclocked DDR5 memory
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Super Review
One would assume that Nvidia's "new" GeForce RTX 4080 Super is a special version of the original. But in reality, it's essentially the RTX 4080 with a much-needed price cut. Is that enough?
Intel Xeon W9-3595X Geekbench listing reveals 60 cores, 120 threads and 4.6GHz base clock
AMD Radeon RX 7600 XT Review: Can AMD Kill the RTX 4060 Competition?
AMD's new Radeon RX 7600 XT is basically an RX 7600 with a 16 GB VRAM buffer, but is that worth paying a premium for? Measuring the benefits of extra VRAM can be complex as we'll explore in this review.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super Review
The new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super is super bizarrely named, but the specs look seriously great. We're talking 16GB of VRAM using AD103 silicon, indicating strong performance potential. But does it deliver?
Dual-core "Intel 300" CPU disappointing benchmarks prove modern games need more cores
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Super Review: Are We Finally Getting Good Value?
Nvidia's GeForce RTX 4070 Super is the first refreshed 'Super' GPU to be released. Based on specs, it should be ~20% faster than the 4070, at the same price, which sounds like a solid deal.
Revisiting the Radeon RX 6500 XT: One of the Worst GPUs We've Ever Tested
The Radeon 6500 XT was a weak product at launch. We predicted it'd become nearly unusable in the near future even at lowest settings. Some 18 months after release, how is it performing in today's games?
AMD's latest Radeon is the RX 7600 XT: double the VRAM for $330
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 vs. AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX: Is the GeForce Premium Worth It?
An updated look at current-gen GPU flagships, the battle between the Radeon 7900 XTX and GeForce RTX 4090. Of course, the GeForce is faster, but also costs twice as much, so is the premium worth it?
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs. Intel Core i9-14900K
It's time to take an updated look at the gaming performance of the Core i9-14900K and Ryzen 7 7800X3D, comparing head-to-head AMD and Intel's best gaming processors to see which one you should buy.
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H underwhelms in leaked benchmarks ahead of official launch
Intel's powerhouse 144-core Xeon CPU preliminary benchmarks show performance trails behind AMD's 128-core Epyc
The Best CPUs: Productivity and Gaming
After reviewing CPUs throughout the year and revisiting the most interesting matchups post-launch, in this buying guide we put it all together to keep your CPU shopping as simple as possible.