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AMD CEO: Pricier Ryzens will probably get more powerful NPUs
AMD chief executive, Lisa Su, answers questions about how NPUs will scale, if we'll see Ryzens with more cores than there are now, and more at Computex.
News
AMD's Ryzen AI 300 is built to dominate thin, light Copilot+ laptops
AMD launches the Ryzen AI 300 series, two mobile processors with significant boosts in performance and AI, enough to allow entry into Copilot+ PCs.
News
AMD Ryzen 9000 CPUs aim to defeat Intel chips in high-end desktop PCs
AMD launches the Ryzen 9000 lineup of desktop PC processors, powered by the new Zen 5 architecture. They're substantially faster, reduce power, and are accompanied by new Ryzen 5000 chips, too.
News
Nvidia's new PC gaming app gets nerdy upgrades, PC Game Pass freebie
Nvidia wants you to try its new Nvidia App, outfitting it with one-click GPU tuning and 120fps AV1 encoding while luring in gamers with 3 free months of Microsoft's PC Game Pass.
News
Nvidia's GeForce SFF guideline brings big GPU power to tiny PCs
Nvidia’s "SFF-Ready Enthusiast GeForce Card" guideline sets size caps on GPUs and size minimums on cases.
News
Nvidia's Project G-Assist is the first AI assistant I actually want
Nvidia reveals Project G-Assist at Computex, enabling custom AI bots that can serve as sidekicks or even overclock your PC.
News
CPU Showdown: Snapdragon X vs. Intel Core vs. Apple M3
New benchmarks give us the best comparison yet between the new Snapdragon X, Intel Core, and Apple M3 CPUs.
News
Follow PCWorld on our trip to Computex!
If you want all the juicy bits from the biggest show in the world for PC nerds, be sure you're following us in all the right places.
News
Acer unveils new OLED gaming monitors, 'smart' monitors with Google TV
A trio of speedy 27-, 32-, and 34-inch OLED monitors will be out later this year, plus "smart" monitors that are basically tiny TVs.
Feature
Why don’t some esports mice have DPI switchers on top?
Dedicated DPI switcher buttons on gaming mice can help gamers switch DPI settings on the fly in games, thereby boosting their performance. So, why don't some well-known esports mice have this feature?
Reviews
Teamgroup PD20M portable SSD review: Fast for light duties only
The Teamgroup PD20M passed performance with a smaller 16GB data set, but fell to the bottom of the charts with our usual 64GB data set. Light duty only.
Reviews
Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDMG review: This unique OLED monitor wows in HDR
The Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDMG has a third-generation LG WOLED panel that delivers superior brightness in HDR content.
News
Nvidia's 'AI game assistant' April Fools' joke might be real
The 2017 gag might become real — at least to some degree — if a recent tweet is to be believed.
News
HP's 'Lego-like' multi-monitor concept makes me stupidly happy
Huge arrays of monitors magnetically connected and daisy-chained with perfect alignment? I want it right now.
Deal
This ultra-portable monitor is perfect for laptops — now 42% off
More screen space for your laptop while on the go? Yes please!
Deal
Get 25% off on the Logitech G502 X, one of our favorite gaming mice
This legendary Logitech mouse is one of the best wired gaming mice we've tested.
Updated
Arm’s new Cortex X925 takes on AI, and could land in PCs
Arm announced its new Arm CSS for Client processors, designed for AI and Android phones. They very well may end up inside PCs.
Deal
This $30 Anker hub will add 6 ports to your laptop
Hook up an extra 4K monitor to your laptop with the Anker 6-in-1 USB-C hub
News
Graphics cards are about to get more expensive — and that's not all
Tariff exemptions from 2022 are expiring in June, meaning US prices for graphics cards, motherboards, and other components will be going up.
Tip
What’s a hot-swap keyboard? The key to a custom typing experience, explained
Hot-swap keyboards make it easy to replace switches without soldering. But how exactly does this feature work and what technology is behind it?
Deal
This 34-inch Gigabyte ultrawide monitor is delightfully cheap today
Level up your PC gaming setup with this ultrawide curved monitor boasting 144Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and more.
Feature
Your 'AI PC' is already obsolete: The curse of early adoption strikes again
Microsoft Copilot+ rendered first-gen AI PCs obsolete, illustrating yet again the risks of being an early adopter.
News
MSI motherboard concept uses radical new CAMM2 memory
Why? Why not? MSI and Kingston shoved the new, super-skinny laptop memroy standard into a Z790 motherboard.
Feature
Should you enable hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling in Windows 11?
Gamers are often encouraged to switch on hardware-accelerated GPU scheduling in Windows 10 or 11, but does this feature actually provide any tangible upticks to performance?
Deal
Holy smokes, this speedy Acer ultrawide gaming monitor is just $182
If you're okay with a refurb — with a two-year warranty — then you won't find a better deal on a 34-inch ultrawide any time soon.
Deal
This blazing-fast 240Hz Samsung gaming monitor is just $200
If you're looking for a great gaming monitor that won't break your bank account, the Odyssey G4 is heavily discounted.
Feature
I’m a longtime PC builder, but this boutique PC taught me some lessons
Here are some important lessons that all DIY PC builders can learn from a boutique builder, and tips on how to incorporate them into your next build.
Deal
This USB flash drive is actually a blazing-fast SSD – and it's 20% off
If you want an external SSD in the form of a thumb drive, the SK Hynix Tube T31 is the way to go.
Feature
The confusing world of USB-C charging, explained
From cables to power supplies, it pays to know the intricacies of the USB-C spec if you want the fastest charging.
Deal
Get Alienware's crazy-fast 500Hz monitor for 52% off its launch price
This Alienware gaming monitor is the first of its kind with its 500Hz refresh rate—and you can grab it now at a steep discount.
Deal
Samsung's luxurious 55-inch Odyssey Ark 2 monitor is 40% off
The Samsung Odyssey Ark 2nd gen has only been around for a little while and we're already getting a 40% discount.
Deal
Samsung sale offers insane discounts on laptops, monitors, and more
Samsung is offering huge discounts on Galaxy Book4 laptops and gaming monitors, including OLEDs and the massive 55-inch Odyssey Ark.
Opinion
Why ultralight gaming mice are better for big hands too
Many ultralight mice are a little too small for players with big hands. So should we be making more big mice that also qualify as ultralight?
Deal
Turn one port into five with Anker's USB-C Hub, just $19 today
The Anker 332 USB-C hub can make your life easier with ports for fast data transfer, power charging, and an external HDMI display.
Feature
Microsoft's Copilot+ PC push leaves existing 'AI PCs' behind
Today's AI-capable NPUs and GPUs are being left in the dust when it comes to Windows 11's new Copilot+ AI experiences.
Deal
Corsair's RGB gaming mouse pad with USB ports is only $45 right now
The Corsair MM700 gaming mouse pad is discounted by 25% right now in an unmissable deal.
Deal
This 24-inch Dell IPS monitor is just $100 right now
You won't find a better deal on a 1080p monitor that's good enough for photo editing, and a great addition to a multi-monitor setup.
News
'AI' is now a meaningless term — thanks, Cooler Master thermal paste
The company's new Cryofuze 5 thermal paste is "AI competitive," according to marketing materials.
Sponsored
How to recover data from a hard drive: 3 top methods
Hard drives fail, it happens. We explain how you can avoid data loss, but also how to restore lost data from a hard drive should the worst happen.
Deal
Grab the Logitech K585 multi-device keyboard for just $31
In need of a slim and silent keyboard that works with multiple devices across platforms? The Logitech K585 is a great pick!
News
You're not getting a Surface gaming PC. Here's why
Microsoft's Surface chief explains why the company isn't interested in a laptop designed for gaming — and it has nothing to with Microsoft.
Deal
This Samsung 34-inch ultrawide monitor has never been cheaper
Looking to upgrade your home computing setup? The Samsung ViewFinity S5 ultrawide monitor is a solid choice, especially at this price.
Updated
Hands on: Microsoft's Surface Pro thankfully gives up on 'lapability'
We go hands-on with the new Microsoft Surface Pro.
Feature
Why most pro gamers use a claw grip with gaming mice
The majority of pro gamers tend to adopt a specific kind of mouse grip called a "claw grip" when in the throes of battle. But what's the reasoning for that, and should you do the same?
News
Intel claps back at Qualcomm after Snapdragon X launch
Qualcomm and Intel are set up for a head-to-head battle in the consumer laptop market. Gordon's here to break it down for us.
News
Meet the future of Windows: Copilot+ PCs unleash practical AI tools
Microsoft has unveiled the next generation of AI PCs: Copilot+ PCs, which will use local and cloud AI to perform functions that include Recall, Automatic Super Resolution, and more.
News
Intel says Lunar Lake will beat Snapdragon X Elite, the new CPU hotness
Intel tipped new performance and architectural details of its upcoming Lunar Lake processor in advance of its launch at Computex, to rob some thunder from the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite launch.
Deal
Get HP's laptop-charging USB-C monitor for an absurdly low $130
HP's 1440p monitor is perfect for an office setup with 65 watts of charging for your laptop.
News
TCL's new LCD panel could push gaming monitors to 1000Hz
The insanely fast 4K screen was shown off at the Display Week trade show.
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