AMD readies Ryzen 5000XT series CPUs, further prolonging socket AM4
New iGPU-free CPUs are also on the horizon
Motherboard articles
New MSI firmware could mean lower temperatures for multiple Intel CPUs and motherboards
The update provides a new BIOS option for select Intel CPUs and MSI motherboards
Scientists use dairy waste to extract 22-carat gold from motherboards and other e-waste
The gold is worth 50 times more than the cost to reclaim it
AMD is set to bring the heat with Zen 5, Ryzen 9000, and new X870E motherboards
In context: With mandatory USB4 support coming to AMD's next-gen X870E chipsets, upgrading to Zen 5 Ryzen 9000 CPUs could get pricey. The new connectivity standard requires an extra controller chip, which vendors will likely pass on as higher motherboard costs. Be ready to budget more than expected if you're planning a Zen 5 build.
Intel 15th-gen Core 'Arrow Lake' might support 120 Gbps Thunderbolt 5 and 20 PCIe 5.0 lanes
New Intel processors and Thunderbolt 5 are coming later in 2024
AMD is showing every sign of supporting AM4 for the foreseeable future
Support of AM4 hinges on DDR4 pricing
AMD reiterates commitment to support AM5 through 2025
AMD wants to stay on AM5 for as long as possible
Asrock and MSI motherboards now support 256 GB of DDR5 memory
Thanks to Kingston 64 GB modules with Micron 1-beta tech
DDR5 vs. DDR4 Gaming Performance
It's time we take a fresh look at DDR4 vs DDR5 memory performance using the Core i9-14900K. We're benchmarking with fast DDR5-7200 and DDR4-4000 memory, noting that these days DDR5 is cheaper than DDR4.
Intel Z790 Motherboard Roundup: 11 Motherboards Tested
If you're in the market for a new system or platform upgrade, and you've decided to go with Intel's 14th-gen Core CPU platform, these are the new Z790 motherboards you want to be aware of.
Asus apologizes for Evangelion motherboard typo, offers replacement cover and extends warranty
Asus goes above and beyond in its response
Manuals confirm LGA-1700 and LGA-1851 sockets support the same coolers
One fewer component customers will have to replace upon upgrading
New Gigabyte Control Center fixes DDR5 memory detection issues
After reports of SPD malfunction and memory detection errors in DDR5 motherboards, Gigabyte has come out with a solution: download the Gigabyte Control Center (GCC) and update your board's BIOS.
Leaked spec sheet reveals cableless GPU power connectors targeting over 600W
New solution could avoid power cable damage
Microsoft investigating Windows 11 update that is causing blue screens of death
The problem might be related to MSI motherboards
Guide to Choosing a New CPU: 5 Key Questions Before Buying
When it's time for a CPU upgrade, it's crucial to assess your system and consider your specific needs first. In this article we ask five questions as a guide to assist you in choosing a new processor.
MSI motherboard BIOS updates for next-gen Intel processors emerge
A new 14th-gen Intel core count leak has also appeared
AMD lab tour highlights "infinitely stackable" AM5 test platform
The Santa Clara company uses some weird hardware to test upcoming tech
AMD B650 Motherboard Roundup: 35 Motherboards Tested
We can finally present to you the results of our extensive AMD B650 motherboard roundup. It's been a massive undertaking that took several months to test 35 boards in total, but it's finally complete.
Asus, Gigabyte, and Asrock BIOS updates add support for upcoming 14th-gen Intel processors
Intel users looking to upgrade should start checking for BIOS updates now
PCIe 7.0 draft specs become available, detail 4x bandwidth gains over PCIe 5.0
New specification quadruples PCIe 5.0 bandwidth, with supporting hardware coming after 2025
Guide to Choosing a New Graphics Card: 5 Key Questions Before Buying
When it comes to upgrading your graphics card, you need to ensure that you're getting the right one for your needs, PC specs, and wallet. We ask five important questions as a guide to help you with choosing a new GPU.
Gigabyte updates BIOS to make hidden firmware backdoor more secure
Or just disable the feature and be done with it
Gigabyte shipped hundreds of models of motherboards with a hidden firmware backdoor
Cause for concern, or no big deal?