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Save $60 on Intel's Core i7-12700KF gaming CPU for Prime Day
For $220, you can get a last generation Intel CPU that's still good to go for gaming and more.
Although Intel's 13th-generation CPUs are a good bargain, they're nothing compared to 12th-generation chips now that they're on sale. While the Core i5-12600K is enjoying a pretty good Prime Day discount at $180, along with many other good CPU deals, an even better deal might be for the Core i7-12700KF, the 12600K's bigger brother. It comes with two extra P-cores, and with a $60 discount, it's now a surprisingly cheap CPU for both gaming and productivity.
Intel will no longer make NUC PCs, will pivot to support partners instead
Intel has confirmed that it's stopping direct investment in the NUC business and will pivot to support its partners instead.
Intel has confirmed that it will no longer be investing in the Next Unit of Compute Business (NUC) arm of its operations. The firm instead will be pivoting to support ecosystem partners, who build similar units. This is a huge change for the PC industry, and will as Intel NUC PCs have proven to be popular as servers, portable desktops, kiosks, and more. Not to forget the enthusiasts who purchase Intel NUC kits to build their own mini PCs.
Kickstart your new PC build for less with 20% off this Intel CPU and GPU bundle
If you're looking to build a new gaming PC on the cheap, this i9-12900K and Arc A750 deal might be a great place to start.
If you're looking to start building a new gaming PC, then there's no better time than Prime Day. There are some great deals to be had on a lot of different types of computer hardware, including SSDs, PC cases, monitors, and more. However, one great sleeper deal that can really get you kickstarted on that new build you've been yearning for sees an Intel i9-12900K paired with an Intel Arc A750 for just $479. Keep in mind that the Intel i9-12900K alone debuted at $589, and now you can pick it up with a GPU for even less than that.
What is Intel XeSS?
Here's everything you need to know about Intel's XeSS technology and how it evens the playing field against Nvidia and AMD.
Intel is a newcomer to gaming GPUs, entering the market just in 2022 with its Arc Alchemist series. That series today is only comprised of three cards, although only the Intel Arc A750 has been able to join the ranks of the best gaming GPUs. When it comes to graphics cards, it's about the software as much as it is about the hardware, and it's been challenging for Intel to match Nvidia and AMD, which have been in the industry for two decades. Despite having to do everything from scratch, Intel is managing to compete with its rivals even in one of the most cutting-edge areas of gaming. Here's what you need to know about XeSS.
What is a CPU?
The CPU is one of the most recognizable computer parts out there, but not because it's simple to understand. Here's what you need to know about CPUs.
The CPU is perhaps the most well-known piece of computer hardware in the world, though not always for the right reasons. It's not uncommon to hear people call the whole computer or even something like a router a "CPU." In fact, a single CPU can fit in the palm of your hand, and it's arguably the single most important component in any computer. Here's everything you need to know about CPUs.
Best workstation CPUs in 2023
In this article, we're going to take a look at some of the best workstation CPUs you can buy on the market in 2023.
Workstations, by definition, are special computers that are designed for professional and technical work. These computers offer high performance than mainstream personal computers and are often fitted with more powerful CPUs, GPUs, among other components. While there are a ton of powerful processors out there that can be used inside workstations, there's a select few from AMD and Intel that are especially worth buying in 2023.
Best motherboards in 2023
Motherboards are the central component of building a new PC, so here are the best options you can find for your rig.
When building your own PC, one of the most important components is the motherboard. Sure, you're going to need a powerful CPU and the fastest graphics card but it's the motherboard that brings everything together. The choice of motherboard will determine what other components can be used inside your PC, including processor, storage, and even the chassis form factor. We've rounded up the best motherboards right here for Intel and AMD systems to help you make the right decision.
Best convertible laptops in 2023
Looking for the best convertible laptops? Here are some of the best options on the market that we receommend.
When you look at the best laptops you can buy today, you'll see a few different form factors to choose from. You can buy a typical clamshell laptop if you just want the basics, or go with a tablet and a detachable keyboard if portability is your number one priority. But then there's the best form factor a PC can have — personally speaking, at least — the convertible. Convertible PCs give you the versatility of a tablet while also having the convenience of a keyboard permanently available, plus they can usually afford to be more powerful than a typical tablet.
Best laptops in 2023
Looking for a new laptop for work, school, or anything else? Here are the very best laptops on the market right now.
As much as smartphones have become the central tool for many aspects of our lives, there are some things you can only do on a PC or laptop. To me, buying a new laptop is always an incredibly exciting experience (keep in mind, though, I'm a tech writer), and choosing the right one is incredibly important.
7 best CPUs of all time
The CPU might not be exciting, which is why we can always tell when a truly great CPU comes along.
Unless you're seeking the highest framerates possible or want to build a powerful workstation, the CPU isn't exactly the most exciting part of the PC-building process. Sure it's cool to see lots of cores and high clock speeds, but most of us just want to play games, and you don't need anything special for that. Having said that, that's why we can tell when a truly great CPU comes along; it gives us a reason to get excited about a component that usually isn't all that important.
Intel shakes up mainstream CPU branding, introduces Core Ultra line
Intel is doing away with the Gen and I designation in its processor branding, and a new Core Ultra series will represent its most advanced processors.
A rebranding of Intel's consumer CPUs has been rumored for some time now, but an announcement from the company today made it official. Starting with Intel's next-generation Meteor Lake chips, Intel will be dropping the "Gen" and "i" branding from its CPUs, and Core chips will be split into two categories: the regular Core series and the new Core Ultra series.
Intel adds a new midrange member to its Arc Pro series as systems begin shipping out
Announced last year, Intel's professional variant of the Arc Alchemist series seems to no longer be vaporware.
About a year ago, Intel had announced the workstation equivalent to its Arc Alchemist cards, Arc Pro, and despite its launch on paper, very few PCs with Arc Pro cards are available, let alone individual cards. In a new announcement however, Intel not only added another GPU to the Arc Pro lineup, but also claimed OEM systems using its lower midrange A40 Pro are now available from HP, with Dell and Lenovo soon to follow.
7 worst GPUs of all time
There are bad GPUs, and then there are GPUs that we'll never forget because of how disastrous they were.
It's not difficult to get a bad GPU. It just needs to have poor value, some kind of crippling drawback, or simply be a disappointment. There are plenty of cards that embody one or two of these characteristics, but every once in a while, we bear witness to magical moments when a graphics card hits all three.
Premium Intel gaming PC guide: The best parts for a high-end Intel-based build
Want a premium Intel gaming PC? Here are some great parts you can buy to begin building.
Despite the launch of AMD's new Ryzen 7000 CPUs, Intel is managing to keep up and offer enticing options for the entire PC market. While Intel's high-end Core i9-13900K and Core i7-13700K are certainly fast CPUs and are great for top-end PCs, they're not really required to make a PC that's worthy of being called premium. In this guide, I'll show you what kind of components you're going to want when building an Intel gaming PC using the company's latest 13th-generation hardware.
Intel's Meteor Lake processors will go all-in on AI, feature Intel Arc graphics
Intel shared the first details about its upcoming Meteor Lake platform, which will integrate Arc graphics and a VPU to handle AI inference workloads.
Intel has shared the first details of the upcoming Meteor Lake platform, which will debut later this year with a big focus on client-side AI performance. AI is the hot topic in computing right now, and Intel is betting hard to make sure it can deliver capable AI experience on client devices so you don't have to rely on the cloud for all the workloads and use cases that are starting to show up.
Intel's Core i9 processors are at record lows with up to $113 off for a limited time
There are also some fantastic deals on Intel Core i7 and Core i5 processors.
Intel's been producing some amazing chips for the past couple of years, really raising the bar, delivering products that are reliable, versatile, and extremely powerful. Intel's 12th Gen Core i9-12900KS processor features 16 cores, with the total being split between eight performance cores (P-core) and eight efficiency cores (E-core). When it comes to boost performance, you're looking at 5.2Ghz, and you'll get 30MB of Smart Cache, 14MB of L2 cache, and support for lightning fast DDR5 memory.
x86: History, what is it, and everything else you need to know
You've probably seen the term "x86" on download pages or in your computer's system settings, but what is it? Here's everything you need to know.
Although you've probably "x86" on download pages for certain apps or maybe on some computer settings pages, you might not know exactly what it is beyond just being a computer thing. Well, behind that, those three characters are one of the most important pillars in the world of computing and silicon and have been for generations. It's the reason why the best (and only) desktop CPUs are made by Intel and AMD. This is the history of the x86 architecture and everything you need to know about it.
Intel unveils full specifications of Aurora supercomputer and roadmap for future HPC chips
Intel has delivered most of the Aurora supercomputer to the Argonne National Lab, and it promises over two exaFLOPS of performance.
Although Intel's business has suffered all across the board in recent years, its high performance computing (or HPC) processors have perhaps lost the most ground due to back-to-back delays. However, Intel might be on the path to recovery with its latest announcements at the ISC High Performance 2023 conference, as the industry titan disclosed the Aurora supercomputer was nearing completion after years of development hell and that progress in developing upcoming HPC chips was steady and going as planned.
Best cheap CPUs in 2023
If you're in the market to buy an affordable processor for your PC, then we've got a list of the best cheap CPUs you can buy in 2023.
Picking the right processor for your PC mostly depends on what you plan on using the computer for. Whether you have a large or small budget, you might be surprised by how fast cheap CPUs are. Under the right conditions, a midrange or even low-end chip can provide a similar gaming experience to one that's much more expensive.
Best 15-inch laptops in 2023
We believe that a 15-inch laptop offers the best and most economical form factor for a majority of people. Here are some of the best options.
For many users, a 15-inch screen is the ideal size for a laptop. This is a size where you can still strike a great balance of portability and real estate. Most 17-inch laptops tend to be heavy, and 13-inch laptops just don't give you as much screen size to comfortably multitask.