DDR5 vs. DDR4 in the Latest PC Games
As next-gen CPUs quickly approach, we've updated all our CPU benchmark data and have retested some Intel CPUs to highlight DDR5's impact on modern PC gaming performance.
AMD's upcoming Radeon 890M integrated graphics shown to match Nvidia's GTX 1070 in leaked benchmarks
Expect significant performance uplift over RDNA 3
AMD teases Ryzen 9000 performance ahead of July 31 launch, details B850 and B840 chipsets
Release date, specs, and performance insights, but pricing remains a mystery
Ryzen 9 9950X Blender benchmarks show massive performance improvements over the 7950X
AMD's Ryzen 9000 series launches later this month
x56 AMD B650 Motherboard Roundup: VRM Thermals and Then Some
We're updating our AMD B650 VRM thermal database for a grand total of 56 motherboards. In addition to testing new popular boards from Asrock, MSI, and Gigabyte, we can tell you which models to avoid.
Ryzen 9 9950X Zen 5 CPU could hit a 5.85 GHz FMAX frequency
The first batch of Zen 5 CPUs are coming later this month
AMD engineer tells the tale of when the PlayStation 4 saved the chipmaker from bankruptcy
Jaguar kept the lights on during the post-Athlon, pre-Zen days
Cybertruck-themed mini PC crowdfunding launches, featuring AMD's Ryzen 7 8845HS
Hopefully more reliable than the real EV
The Best Gaming CPUs of the Past Two Generations: The Full Update
Soon we'll see the arrival of AMD's Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000 CPUs, but in the meantime we've updated all our CPU benchmark data to recap how the current Intel and AMD generations played out.
Pre-launch testing of Ryzen AI Zen 5 APU confirms AMD's IPC claims
The tests are pretty comprehensive
Ryzen 7 7700 gets discounted at several retailers, down to $246
The Ryzen 7 7700 offers solid gaming performance at a great new low price point, and the included Wraith Prism RGB cooler makes the deal even more appealing. If you need extra power, the R7 7700X is also available for $275.
It's Unnecessary But, AMD Is Basically Lying About CPU Performance
Did you know that AMD's old Zen 3 CPUs released back in 2019 are actually faster for gaming than Intel's latest Raptor Lake architecture? It's true, and AMD has the graphs to prove it.
AMD's Strix Point chip could boost handheld PC gaming performance by over 30%
One of the first Ryzen AI 300 devices could come in the form of GPD's foldable laptop
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs. Intel Core i9-14900K: The Definitive Test
In this comprehensive shootout comparing AMD's Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Intel's Core i9-14900K, we explore Intel's Extreme and Performance profiles, stability issues, and their impact on gaming performance.
AMD teases "really cool" upgrades coming to its 3D V-Cache tech
But you may have to wait until 2025
Windows Copilot AI will eventually run on GeForce RTX GPUs
While other vendors push AI PCs, Nvidia presents RTX AI PCs
AMD leaps into Copilot+ PCs and outlines infrastructure GPU roadmap
Why it matters: AMD is in the unique position of being the primary competitor to Nvidia on GPUs – for both PCs and AI acceleration – and to Intel for CPUs – both for servers and PCs – so their efforts are getting more attention than they ever have. And with that, the official opening keynote for this year's Computex was delivered by AMD CEO Dr. Lisa Su.
AMD unveils Ryzen 9000 CPUs, debuts new Zen 5 architecture
The 16-core Ryzen 9 9950X and three more new CPUs will debut next month
Highly anticipated: AMD has announced new Ryzen 9000 desktop CPUs based on the Zen 5 architecture, alongside new motherboard chipsets to support them. Additional details about the AM5 socket and new mobile chips with a heavy dose of AI were also revealed. We were briefed ahead of the Computex keynote, and are now over in Taipei, covering the floor with more coverage to come.
AMD Ryzen 9000 desktop CPU lineup leaked ahead of Computex launch
Something to look forward to: AMD is reportedly planning an initial launch of four Zen 5 CPUs ranging from 6 to 16 cores. The Ryzen 9 9950X flagship will be a 16-core / 32-thread CPU, followed by the 12-core / 24-thread Ryzen 9 9900X, the 8-core / 16-thread Ryzen 7 9700X, and the 6-core / 12-thread Ryzen 5 9600. The TDPs range from 65W for the 9600 to 170W for the 9950X.
AMD might have renamed its upcoming Ryzen AI mobile chips (again) to one-up Intel's numbering scheme
Ryzen AI 100 might look less powerful than Intel Core Ultra 200
6 Cores vs. 16 Cores: How Well Have Ryzen 5 CPUs Aged?
AMD's Ryzen 5 5600 was always competitively priced and presented excellent value for gamers. However, it's a good time to pose the question: how well has it aged, and should you have bought an 8-core or even 16-core CPU instead?
Are 6 Core CPUs Enough for PC Gaming?
There are plenty of fast 6-core gaming CPUs that outperform relatively new 8, 10, 12, and even 16-core chips. In this article we'll show you some interesting comparisons using different GPUs and gaming settings.
AMD's Ryzen 5700X3D is now available for just $209
With the Ryzen 5 5700X3D, you get 7600X-like gaming performance, without having to spend big money on an AM5 motherboard and DDR5 memory. If you're rocking a Ryzen 5 3600 or older, the 5700X3D offers a significant performance boost, now at a record-low price.