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Windows isn't hiding your cores — that dropdown just tricks you into thinking it is
Windows was already using every core you thought you unlocked.
Your CPU is throttling itself, and one BIOS toggle will fix it
Your chip is faster than your board allows.
Intel thinks its latest 'value' processor will get you to upgrade your 5-year-old laptop
Hopefully the laptops powered by it feature the same value
Ransomware Can Attack Your CPU, Not Just Your OS: How to Be Prepared
Time to start taking your BIOS updates seriously.
ARM vs. Intel Processors: What's the Difference?
Intel and ARM processors power the large majority of tech we use today. So, what's the difference between them?
Is It Cheaper to Build a PC or Buy One? I Compared 5 Price Ranges
How much does it cost to build your own PC these days? Compared to pre-built models, are the savings worth the effort? We investigate.
Ryzen 3, 5, 7, or 9: Which Should You Buy?
Should you go big with the Ryzen 9? Or is a Ryzen 5 the CPU for you?
Intel Core 5 vs. AMD Ryzen 5: Which One Is Better?
Choosing between AMD and Intel's mid-range CPUs isn't easy.
AMD's New CPUs Are Here, But I'm Not Buying Them Just Yet
You may want to skip the latest Ryzen 9000 CPUs and wait for Ryzen 9000X3D. Here's why.
If You Have an AMD CPU, You Must Install This Vital Security Update
AMD is issuing patches for an ongoing security issue.
AMD's New 9000-Series CPUs Are Here, and There Are 3 Reasons to Upgrade
AMD's new CPUs look great, but it's not just about clock speeds.
Intel vs. AMD vs. Apple: Which AI CPU Should You Buy?
AI CPUs are popping up all over the place, but which one should you buy?
What's the Difference Between an APU, CPU, GPU, and an NPU?
Confused about computer processor acronyms? Learn the differences between an APU, CPU, GPU, and an NPU.
How to Compare Different CPUs the Right Way
Processors have come a long way over the last decade, so far that effectively comparing one CPU with another can be difficult.
6 Reasons You'll Want a Snapdragon X Elite Chip in Your Next Laptop
Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite is taking the performance fight to Apple.
6 Reasons to Avoid Intel's 14th-Gen CPUs
Intel's 14th-Gen CPUs bring some improvements, but are those worth upgrading for? Or should you wait longer for the next generation?
M3 vs. M3 Pro vs. M3 Max: What's the Difference Between These Apple Silicon Chips?
Apple introduced three variants of the M3 chip at its "Scary Fast" Mac event, but how are they different?
How to Fix High CPU Usage Caused by System Interrupts on Windows
Your computer suffers from high CPU usage and the process that hogs most resources is "system interrupts"? We will help you get to the bottom of this!
8 Ways to Check Which Intel Processor Generation You Have on Windows
Do you know what generation your Intel processor comes from? Here's how to check on Windows.
What Is Apple's R1 Chip and How Does It Compare to M1 and M2?
Apple's new headset comes with a completely new chip.