CPU

We check out the US-exclusive Ryzen 5 5600X3D processor

Intel is planning to debut the new Arrow Lake-S architecture next year. Expected to bring considerable improvements over Raptor Lake, Arrow Lake will feature new P- and E-cores known as Lion Cove and Skymont, respectively. Notably, the former is expected to have a significantly bigger L2 cache, hopefully bringing with …

A Chinese tech reviewer was able to get an early sample of Intel's upcoming Core i7-14700K. In a curious effort to prevent the video from being taken down, the uploader referred to the processor as a ‘Core i7-13700KS'…. which obviously doesn't exist. Unfortunately, that wasn't enough to prevent the video …

Intel Lunar Lake isn't expected to arrive until after Meteor Lake and Arrow Lake. However, dataminers have been finding new details about Intel's upcoming low-power CPU architecture.  As noted by InstLatX64, Intel's ‘perfmon' software now has more CPUIDs. In the past, the data found on perfmon has revealed the names …

Intel has recently disclosed a recently discovered security vulnerability dubbed “Downfall” affecting various Intel CPU generations. This susceptibility has been traced back to a memory optimisation feature that uses the “Gather” instruction. As the name implies, this instruction gathers data from dispersed locations, inadvertently laying bare the internal hardware registers …

Intel moved towards a hybrid architecture in recent years, offering desktop processors with a mix of performance and efficiency cores. Rumours have claimed that AMD will eventually do the same and now, we have our first piece of evidence of that. New CPU-Z screenshots appear to show an AMD Strix …

After confirmation of key specs for the upcoming Intel Core i9-14900K and i7-14700K, it's now time to learn more about the Core i5-14600K. The latest leak gives us a look at the new-gen unlocked Core i5, with 14 CPU cores, alongside a 5.3GHz clock speed.  As per the picture shared …

The first benchmark entries of Intel's new desktop lineup have begun to show up, offering enthusiasts an early peek at the upcoming Raptor Lake Refresh. Unfortunately, the user who had access to these chips only tried them on BAPCo, which doesn't give us much performance comparison data, but it does …

The schedule for Intel's upcoming Innovation event in September has gone live and one of the presentations caught our eye. In a session going over Intel's Client Hardware Roadmap and the rise of AI, we should be getting insights into Intel's upcoming Meteor Lake processors.  Anticipation has been mounting for …

While we wait for Intel to share more details about the upcoming Intel Core Ultra series processors, leakers have shared some bits of information about their specifications. For instance, a prominent leaker has recently claimed that the Core Ultra chips will be able to boost beyond 5GHz. Intel's eagerly awaited …

To improve memory performance across their AMD 600-series motherboards, MSI has started to roll out the AGESA PI 1.0.0.7c BIOS update. Based on what we've heard so far, this update allows AMD systems with X670E, X670, B650, and A620 motherboards to run higher memory speeds while maintaining stability. As seen …

We recently covered Intel's claim that it would deliver five fabrication nodes in four years which would allow the chip giant to regain its process technology leadership, presumably from TSMC, by 2025. These are bold claims that were immediately challenged by news that Intel would ditch its own 20A process in Arrow Lake and would instead use the TSMC N3 process...

AMD has found success with its new 3D V-Cache technology on desktop processors and soon, we may see that same technology making its way to laptops. According to new reports, AMD is now preparing new Zen 4 mobile CPUs with 3D V-Cache for a new generation of gaming laptops.  According …

A new security vulnerability has been discovered, impacting AMD Zen 2 processors. The bug, known as Zenbleed, can be used to steal sensitive data, but mitigations for the exploit are already on the way.

MilkyWay@Home, a distributed computing platform, has become a popular tool for AMD engineers to swiftly test unreleased technology. That has led to various spottings throughout the last few years, allowing enthusiasts to find entries for unreleased products. The new MilkyWay@Home entry shared by @Benchleaks, focuses on AMD's upcoming Strix Point …

The LGA-1851 socket, as the name implies, has a different pin arrangement than the previous LGA-1700 socket used by Alder and Raptor Lake processors. However, recently leaked blueprints suggest that the two sockets are sized equally, meaning that CPU coolers for 12th and 13th Gen Core CPUs should be able …

The Intel 14th Gen Core series is expected to be available in a few months. However, its specifications are often known far sooner to insiders and OEM partners, who have no problem sharing this information with others, as seen by the data that has just recently been posted online. Benchlife …

Intel's Arrow Lake-S flagship processor is already being sampled internally and to some of the company's closest industry partners. As such, Intel has shared the first performance projections of this chip, comparing it to the Core i9-13900K and the upcoming “Raptor Lake Refresh” flagship CPU (probably named i9-14900K). First, while …

AMD's future APUs have been spotted in the AMDGPU LLVM set, more specifically in the LLVM 17 compiler code. A brand-new GFX1151 ID was found in addition to the codename GFX1150, which AMD developers have previously mentioned. Phoronix spotted the GFX1150 and GFX1151 IDs on the AMDGPU Github page. As …

We've managed to get hold of a Ryzen 5 5600X3D - despite being US-only, Leo unboxes this CPU

The upcoming Raptor Lake Refresh from Intel will reportedly bring important changes to the entry-level and mid-range segments, including higher core counts, increased clock speeds, and support for faster DDR5 memory. In the latest leak, we get details for the full 14th Gen Core line-up of processors.  According to RedGamingTech, …

Recent reports have shed some light on the upcoming Intel 14th Gen Core-HX CPUs. It is now claimed that these new processors will have more cores and cache compared to their predecessors. According to Golden Pig Upgrade Pack, the upcoming 14th Gen Core-HX CPUs are expected to feature more cores …

Intel Meteor Lake is still a few months away from coming to the market, but as the alleged release period (Q4 2023) approaches, reports about the upcoming CPUs have been increasing. Most recently, details on the Meteor Lake iGPU and CPU clock speeds have been revealed via a qualification sample.  …

On a recent visit to AMD's labs, Gamers Nexus learned some interesting new information. While designing the Ryzen 7000 series processors, AMD had considered and tested a new IHS design that incorporated a concealed vapour chamber. As we already know, that idea was ultimately scrapped for the unique IHS design …

The Intel 14th Gen Core chips are expected to release later this year, but Intel has yet to share details about the upcoming processors. However, leaks are beginning to appear, with one leaker sharing new screenshots this week, claiming benchmark results for the Core i7-14700K. Hardware leaker @wnxod (via VideoCardz) …

As leaked earlier this week, today AMD is officially announcing its Ryzen and Radeon Starfield bundle. Those purchasing a Ryzen 7000 series processor, or a Radeon RX 7000 or RX 6000 series graphics card will get to claim a free copy of Bethesda's new RPG, with some products including the …

Even with the AM5-based chips out on the market, the AM4 platform is still receiving support and even the possibility of additional processors. AMD has made a commitment to long-term support for the platform and has recently launched three new SKUs within a short span of one month. The first …

Intel typically makes new desktop processors available in around October/November. That tradition will continue this year with the upcoming Intel 14th Gen Core processors, which are expected to become available in mid-October.  With the 14th Gen Core series, we are expecting to see a refresh of the Raptor Lake CPU …

Earlier this month we learned that AMD was the 'official PC partner' for Starfield. This means the game will support Radeon technologies like FSR and day-one optimisations for RX 7000 series GPUs. Now, the next step in this partnership has been revealed, with AMD bundling free copies of Starfield with its CPUs and GPUs. 

Recently leaked slides from Intel have unveiled the core count for the upcoming Meteor Lake mobile CPU lineup. While the company had previously confirmed the use of Raptor Lake Refresh for top-tier chips, it appears that the majority of the series will rely on the all-new Meteor Lake lineup. The …