AMD X3D Turbo vs. Intel 200S Boost One-Click Overclocking
A year ago the Ryzen 9800X3D beat Intel's Ultra 285K by 24%. With 200S Boost overclocking on the table, we are retesting to see if one click tuning can close the gap.
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World's smallest FPV drone? YouTuber builds quadcopter that fits inside a Pringles can
Using 3D-printed parts, custom firmware, and components from BetaFPV's Air65
New DDR5 overclocking record hits 13,010 MT/s with validated benchmark
DDR5 just broke another speed barrier thanks to liquid nitrogen and precision tuning
Edifier's New Cyber speaker thinks it's a gaming PC
The speaker packs a subwoofer, passive radiators, and PC-style components
Qualcomm just bought Arduino, the open-source hardware and software maker
What just happened? Qualcomm is buying Arduino – the Italian open-source darling of tinkerers, educators, and inventors – in a deal that underscores how the battle for the edge starts with the makers. Financial terms weren't disclosed, but Arduino will continue to operate independently once the acquisition closes.
A collector built the ultimate timeline of GPUs from the past 30 years
A museum-worthy set of GPUs, from Nvidia's NV1 to AMD's RX 9070 XT
Gamer builds functional version of ChatGPT inside Minecraft using 439 million blocks
Be prepared to wait a long time for responses
Anatomy of a Power Supply Unit (PSU)
Power supplies may not break headlines like other components, but they're awesome pieces of technology. Let's put on our gowns, masks, and gloves, and pull open the humble PSU – breaking down its various parts and seeing what each bit does.
The Best CPU Coolers - 2025 Update
How should you keep your CPU cool? From budget air coolers to powerful liquid AIOs, this guide will help you replace your stock cooler for something much better for very little money.
AMD's Threadripper Pro 9995WX can run 400 copies of Doom and 8 instances of Crysis
When your CPU is so powerful you accidentally leave 100 games running and don't even notice
AnandTech's 27-year archive has vanished, but someone uploaded a 74 GB backup
"Indefinitely" didn't last long, website archive removed in under a year
7 Red Flags When Choosing Cheap PC Components
Building a budget gaming PC? Don't let a pricey GPU trick you into cutting corners elsewhere. Here are 7 components you shouldn't cheap out on if you want smooth, reliable performance.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X and 9970X Review: Zen 5 to the Extreme
AMD's Threadripper 9000 series pushes Zen 5 to the extreme, with up to 64 cores and sky-high specs. We review the HEDT 9970X and 9980X – powerful, pricey, and not for the faint of budget.
This new AIO cooler packs more displays than your entire setup
Jonsbo's new cooler packs four LCD screens for extreme customization
Which AMD CPUs were famously unlocked for overclocking using the "pencil trick"?
Fun fact: The "pencil trick" involved drawing over tiny laser-cut L1 bridges with graphite to re-enable locked multipliers on certain AMD CPUs.
SilverStone's Seta H2 is a monster PC case with room for 15 drives
It weighs over 30 pounds, and that's empty
The Best Mouse: Our Favorite Mice for Work and Play
Upgrade your PC experience with a better mouse. We've rounded up the best options for gaming, work, ergonomics, and more. Whether you're right-handed, left-handed, or on a budget.
G.Skill unveils world's first 256GB DDR5-6000 CL32 U-DIMM memory kit
It can be overclocked to reach DDR5-7000
The Most Memorable Overclocking-Friendly CPUs
Enthusiasts have pushed silicon to its limits for decades. The thrill of extra performance lives on, and here are some of the most iconic CPUs ever, revered for their overclocking prowess.
Is DDR5-8000 Worth It? The Ryzen AM5 Test
Thinking about upgrading to AMD's AM5 platform? We've tested nearly everything from CPUs to motherboards – now it's time to revisit DDR5 memory performance, including G.Skill's new CL26 and DDR5-8000 kits.
Doom running on an Apple HDMI dongle from 2013, because of course it does
Lightning-to-AV adapter contains a surprisingly robust SoC
Guide to AMD Ryzen AM5 Motherboard Chipsets
When choosing a motherboard for your Ryzen CPU, you'll find options like X870, B650, A620, and the new B850 and B840. This guide explains the chipset differences, PCIe lane setups, and help you pick the right board.
AMD's AM4 platform is still going strong after many years, AMD reports a 50/50 sales split with AM5
The very definition of lasting appeal
Why it matters: It's been almost three years since AMD launched the AM5 chipset alongside Ryzen 7000 CPUs. But according to a company executive, global sales of AM5 and the previous-gen AM4 are split 50/50, illustrating how the socket that supports Zen 1 through to Zen 3 remains popular.
Intel Z890 Motherboard Roundup: 50 Boards Tested
After months of testing over 50 Z890 motherboards, we've gathered a massive amount of data. Was it worth it? Who knows – but if you're looking for the best Intel Z890 board, you're in the right place.
Campers arrive at Micro Center for Nvidia RTX 5090 and 5080 GPUs days before launch
There will likely be some scalpers in the crowd