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Monica J. White

Monica J. White

Computing Writer

Monica is a UK-based freelance writer and self-proclaimed geek. A firm believer in the "PC building is just like expensive Legos" philosophy, Monica loves to play around with different builds - if not in reality, then at least on one of her several wishlists. If she's not currently neck-deep in Google Docs or elbow-deep in her PC case, she's most likely spending the day gaming or hanging out with her dog.

 

Samsung 980 Pro SSD being held in someone's hand.

How long do SSDs really last?

SSDs offer incredibly fast and reliable storage, but at some point, every SSD will die. How long do SSDs last? Let's find out.
Computing Guides
The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X installed in a motherboard.

Zen 5 was a letdown, but it may not have been entirely AMD’s fault

A bug in Windows appears to affect Ryzen 9000 gaming performance. Unfortunately, Ryzen 9000 isn't the only lineup affected -- Zen 4 CPUs are too.
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An SSD installed in a PC motherboard.

How to test your SSD for potential problems

If you suspect there might be something wrong with your drive, it's best to look into it. Here's how to test your SSD quickly and safely.
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The GPD Pocket 4 handheld in various configurations.

AMD’s best chip makes its debut in first handheld

AMD's new Zen 5 chips are making their first appearance in handheld systems.
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Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

Intel’s latest chip update is a step in the right direction

BIOS updates are slowly starting to roll out for Intel's best CPUs, and for once, it seems like good news.
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An SSD installed in a PC motherboard.

SSD buying guide: how to pick the right SSD for your needs in 2024

Buying the right SSD can be a little tricky, but we're here to make it easier. Check out our tips to pick the best SSD for your PC.
Computing Guides
The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X between two finger tips.

This new feature may give new AMD chips a 21% gaming boost

If you have an MSI motherboard, you might be able to give your latest Ryzen CPU quite a boost in gaming through memory overclocking.
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Windows Update running on a laptop.

This Windows Update exploit is downright terrifying

A new tool called Windows Downdate can trick your PC into thinking that it's fully patched, all the while exposing you to dangerous vulnerabilities.
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Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

This new patch might finally fix the issues with Intel CPUs

Intel's partners are beginning to release microcode patches that might fix the problems with 13th- and 14th-gen processors.
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Corsair Dominator Platinum memory installed in a PC.

How long does RAM actually last?

RAM is one of the most crucial components inside your PC, but how long will it last before you need to replace it? We know the answers.
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An SSD installed in a PC motherboard.

The next SSDs may be over 80% faster

Micron just unveiled its next-gen PCIe 6.0 SSD that will reportedly reach speeds of over 26GB/s. That's a massive increase over PCIe 5.0, but there's a catch.
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Nvidia introducing its Blackwell GPU architecture at GTC 2024.

Nvidia’s next-gen GPUs may be delayed due to ‘design flaws’

Design flaws may be causing delays in the release of Nvidia's next-gen data center GPUs -- but what about the gaming graphics cards?
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A man sits, using a laptop running the Windows 11 operating system.

Here’s how much RAM Windows 11 actually uses

Windows 11 may use more RAM than Windows 10, but how much is it exactly? We'll tell you everything you need to know about Windows 11 RAM usage.
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RAM inside the Starforge Navigator.

How to choose the best RAM for your PC in 2024

DDR, DIMM, XMP, CAS ... Confused? No problem -- our RAM buying guide will help you demystify this once and for all so that you can make your PC run great.
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Corsair Dominator Platinum memory installed in a PC.

The worrying future of RAM and SSD pricing

There's a growing demand for DRAM and NAND Flash, and this means massive increases in revenue. It could also have a huge impact on pricing.
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AMD RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT graphics cards.

AMD RDNA 4 rumors: everything we know so far about the RX 8000 series

AMD's next-gen RDNA 4 graphics cards are coming soon, but they're still shrouded in mystery. Here's everything we know about RDNA 4.
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RTX 4070 seen from the side.

Nvidia RTX 50-series rumors: everything we know so far

Nvidia's upcoming RTX 50-series graphics cards are undoubtedly going to rival some of the best GPUs based on the rumors so far.
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The Steam Deck OLED on a pink background.

Steam Deck now supports 1200p gameplay — with a catch

Valve is adding support for DeckHD to SteamOS, which means that for some, 1200p gameplay on Steam Deck will now be a reality without any workarounds.
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Nvidia RTX 4070 Super.

The storm clouds for another GPU shortage are brewing

Although GPUs are mostly readily available right now, a new rumor hints that the supply of Nvidia cards might get worse soon enough.
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MSI RTX 4090 Suprim X on a pink background.

I’ve lost all hope in PC hardware this year

At the start of 2024, we all thought we had a lot of interesting PC hardware coming up. Now, in the second half of the year, things are starting to look bleak.
Computing Features
ASRock Radeon RX 7900 XTX Passive 24GB graphics card.

This fascinating new GPU completely ditches fans

ASRock just launched two new AMD GPUs, but you're going to need some insane cooling to keep their temps in check.
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Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card.

Nvidia may be working on a surprising new budget GPU

Nvidia is reportedly readying a new version of an RTX 30-series graphics card, and the chip inside it is quite unexpected.
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The Asus ROG Ally X console.

Asus ROG Ally X vs. Steam Deck OLED: Has the champion been dethroned?

Valve's Steam Deck OLED is still a beloved handheld, but can the Asus ROG Ally X shift the narrative?
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Nvidia's Titan RTX GPU.

Nvidia may have a complete monster GPU in the works

Although Nvidia never released the rumored Titan RTX in this generation, rumor has it that it has a Titan AI card up its sleeve for Blackwell.
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RX 7900 XTX installed in a test bench.

AMD may finally have an answer to Nvidia’s dominance

Although AMD can rival most of Nvidia's graphics cards in pure performance, it always lagged behind in ray tracing. Are things about to improve?
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Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

Is your Intel CPU crashing? Here’s how to RMA an Intel CPU

If you're experiencing crashes, instability, or poor performance, you should consider getting your processor replaced. Here is how to RMA an Intel CPU.
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Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

Intel CPUs may get even hotter

New leaks about Intel Arrow Lake and Panther Lake suggest that these next-gen CPUs will have a higher maximum temperature.
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A hand holding AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X3D processor.

Don’t buy the Ryzen 7 7800X3D right now. Here’s what to get instead

Although the Ryzen 7 7800X3D is the best CPU for gaming, there are better options you can snap up right now.
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A render of the new Ryzen AI 300 chip on a gradient background.

AMD’s new integrated graphics just did something really impressive

For an integrated GPU, the Radeon 890M graphics card found in AMD's latest processor can really do quite a lot.
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AMD logo on the RX 7800 XT graphics card.

AMD may lose a golden opportunity to beat Nvidia this year

AMD has a good chance to dominate a portion of the GPU market in late 2024.
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Intel Core i9-13900K held between fingertips.

Game developer calls Intel flagship CPUs ‘defective’

According to the game studio behind Path of Titans, Intel's best CPUs fail almost every time, pushing Alderon Games toward AMD instead.
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Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

Game dev on Intel’s unstable CPUs: ‘I might lose over $100K’

The saga of Intel's Core i9-13900K and Core i9-14900K crashing continues, and gamers aren't the only ones who are affected.
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Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger presents Intel's roadmap including Arrow Lake, Lunar Lake, and Panther Lake.

The next Intel desktop chips may muddy the AI waters

Intel's upcoming Arrow Lake-S desktop processors are said to be lacking in one key area, but it might not matter at all.
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AMD's CEO delivering the Computex 2024 presentation.

AMD is now more recognizable than Intel

A new report from Kantar says that AMD has higher brand recognition than Intel, and it's one of the top 10 rising brands, alongside the likes of Nvidia.
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