It is rumoured that the AMD Ryzen 9800X3D processor will launch in November, followed by a six-core Ryzen 5 9600X3D.
Read More »Intel finds root cause behind CPU stability issue, BIOS updates are on the way
Intel has managed to figure out the root cause behind recent 13th Gen and 14th Gen Core CPU stability issues. The company is now testing an update to mitigate the issue.
Read More »Intel Arrow Lake-S Refresh might have been cancelled, new “Razer Lake-S” codename shows up
Intel has been making significant changes to its product roadmaps. As per the latest reports, the supposed refreshed architecture that Intel planned to launch after Arrow Lake-S was cut from the roadmap. Moreover, a new “Razer Lake-S” codename has appeared, but a release window is still unknown. The upcoming LGA …
Read More »Intel “Lunar Lake” Core Ultra 7 268V single-core performance looks to be on par with Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
Intel's highly anticipated Core Ultra 268V (Lunar Lake) CPU has been tested in third-party benchmarks by a YouTuber, comparing it against AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and Z1 Extreme, and the Apple M3. The benchmarks chosen by the content creator were Cinebench R23 (single- and multi-core) and 3DMark Time …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200HX mobile CPUs to feature up to 24 cores clocked up to 5.5GHz
Besides the Intel Core Ultra 200K desktop chips, the company also plans to launch a Core Ultra 200HX mobile CPU lineup led by the Core Ultra 9 285HX, featuring 24 cores with a 5.5GHz boost speed. Besides the flagship processor, the lineup should include five other models. Leaker Jaykihn has …
Read More »AMD Ryzen 7 – Windows 11 Patch, VBS and Windows 10
KitGuru has done a heap of testing with AMD Zen 5 CPUs and each time we think we have finished we seem to start testing all over again. After our initial CPU reviews we got news from AMD about the impact of Windows 11 24H2 and once we had checked that out we decided to compare every generation of AMD Zen, starting with Ryzen 7 1800X and coming right up to date with Ryzen 7 9700X.
Read More »AMD AGESA firmware update fixes Ryzen 9000 series inter-core latency issues
Some users have observed significant latency between cores in the Ryzen 9000 series processors with dual-CCD. Before the release of AGESA 1.2.0.1, cross-CCD core-to-core latency was measured at approximately 200ns, marking a substantial increase compared to the previous generation of Ryzen CPUs. However, the new AGESA firmware update reduces latency …
Read More »Intel Royal Core’s successor to be named Cobra Core
It's already known that Arrow Lake will use the Lion Cove architecture to power its P-cores. However, with its successor (Nova Lake), things will change and move on to a new core architecture named Royal Core 1.0, which is expected to be replaced by Royal Core 1.1 (Beast Lake). Up …
Read More »AMD EPYC 4124P CPU overclocked to 6.7GHz on a B650E motherboard
For those who don't know, AMD EPYC 4004 series CPUs are physically identical to the Ryzen 9000/7000 series, using the same AM5 socket as the consumer processors. As such, it was just a matter of time before enthusiasts started using these processors on 600-series motherboards and testing their overclocking capabilities. …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200K launch reportedly pushed back by one week
Intel's Arrow Lake-S release schedule might be facing a delay. Rumours initially hinted at an October 10th debut, with a release coming a week later on October 17th. However, fresh reports suggest the launch has been delayed by a week, pushing it to October 24th. According to HKEPC (via VideoCardz), …
Read More »AMD confirms that Kraken Point is coming in early 2025
AMD's next-generation Zen 5-based APUs have been the subject of much speculation. While official announcements are still to come, AMD has at least confirmed that low-power ‘Kraken Point' SKUs will be launching in early 2025. Recent developments include confirmation from an AMD representative (Jack Huyhn) to ComputerBase regarding the company's …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200K processors to start at £275
Intel hasn't yet confirmed the release of the upcoming Core Ultra 200K processors, but retailers are already listing them on their websites. With the cheapest model listed at £275 (Core Ultra 245KF tray version) and the most expensive at £566 (Core Ultra 9 285K boxed), the new generation desktop CPUs …
Read More »Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus specs revealed
Today Qualcomm expands its line-up of Snapdragon X processors. We've already seen the Snapdragon X Elite, but now, our attention turns to the new Snapdragon X Plus, a cheaper 8-core CPU that will debut in CoPilot+ PCs later this month.
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200V (Lunar Lake) announced, first laptops launch later this month
Intel is hosting a small media event this week to unveil Lunar Lake to the press. We've got Leo there with boots on the ground, so here is everything we know about the upcoming Core Ultra 200V (Lunar Lake) processors so far...
Read More »Firmware update to bring 105W TDP mode to Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X
MSI recently introduced a new 105W TDP mode for its 600-series motherboards that can be enabled for the Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X CPUs. Notably, this feature is not integrated into the current AGESA firmware, acting like an MSI-exclusive feature. However, with the next AGESA update, it looks …
Read More »Intel Panther Lake listed in Coreboot files with up to 16 CPU cores and 12 Xe3 GPU cores
New Coreboot files have shown new details about Intel's upcoming Panther Lake platform. Besides corroborating many of the rumours and reports we've heard about the new chips, it also includes a new Panther Lake-H variant without integrated graphics. Panther Lake is set to target the laptop market and is expected …
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200 processors won’t be affected by “Vmin Shift Instability issue”
Intel has issued an update on its investigation into 13th and 14th Gen Core series instability issues. Just a few days before the debut of the Core Ultra 200 series, Intel has confirmed that the upcoming processors (Arrow Lake and Lunar Lake) won't be affected by the instability issue that …
Read More »Qualcomm is gearing up for reveals at IFA next week
Qualcomm is gearing up to unveil new products at IFA 2024, which is kicking off next week. Although it hasn't been confirmed what the company will present, a leaked slide suggests that one of these products is the 8-core Snapdragon X Plus. According to @evleaks (via VideoCardz), the company is …
Read More »AMD launches Ryzen 5 7600X3D processor as a MicroCenter-exclusive
AMD has officially announced the Ryzen 5 7600X3D CPU, featuring six cores and the latest 3D V-Cache technology. However, to the discontent of many, it will be exclusively available at the US store Microcenter. The rumours about a Ryzen 5 7600X3D processor are indeed true. However, similar to the Ryzen …
Read More »AMD Ryzen 7 – All The Generations Tested
In the past few weeks KitGuru has reviewed four AMD Ryzen 9000 CPUs. Then, just as things were calming down, AMD told us about a Windows 11 Update that would - apparently - transform the performance of their new Zen 5 technology.
Read More »Leak reveals clock speeds of Intel Core Ultra 5 245, 235 and Core Ultra 3 205
Leaked details about the upcoming Intel Arrow Lake-S CPUs are shedding light on additional SKUs. Three new chips have been uncovered, including the Core Ultra 5 245, Core Ultra 5 235, and Core Ultra 3 205, all designed with a targeted TDP of 65W or lower. This same leak also …
Read More »MSI is adding a “TDP to 105W” setting for the Ryzen 7 9700X and Ryzen 5 9600X
It has been discovered that certain AMD MSI 600-series motherboards are already receiving the new AGESA 1.2.0.1 firmware. For those who may not be aware, this firmware introduces a feature that allows users to adjust the TDP to 105W for the Ryzen 7 9700X and the Ryzen 5 9600X. Although …
Read More »AMD Ryzen 9000X3D is coming in January 2025, sources claim
New details have emerged about the highly anticipated Ryzen 9000X3D series. The upcoming lineup, built on the Zen 5 architecture and featuring 3D V-Cache technology, was first rumoured to be releasing in September, but it seems that's no longer the case. It's now expected to make its debut in January …
Read More »AMD to launch 6-core Ryzen 5 7600X3D CPU in early September
The Zen 5-based AMD Ryzen 9000 series has been released already, but it seems AMD will still be dedicating resources to releasing new Zen 4 processors. Adding to the Ryzen 7000X3D lineup, which currently counts three SKUs, AMD is reportedly working on a 7600X3D. According to Hoang Anh Phu, a …
Read More »AMD hopes Windows 11 Update can rescue Zen 5 – tested!
Leo puts Zen 5 to the test using the latest Windows 24H2 update
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 285K revealed in benchmark leak
Intel is anticipated to reveal its next generation of desktop CPUs before the end of the year. Most board partners now have access to near-final silicon (qualification samples), which should be nearly as good as the retail samples. Because of that, we're seeing more and more benchmark results leaking online. …
Read More »AMD responds to Ryzen 9000 performance claims
During the review process, a lot of Ryzen 9000 testers faced disappointing results from benchmarks, below the expectations set by AMD's pre-launch internal benchmark numbers. Today, AMD has officially responded, with an extensive blog post going over gaming performance. Leo is also hard at work re-running some tests for a future video.
Read More »Intel Core Ultra 200 line-up leak points to October launch
Intel is getting ready to launch the new generation of Core Ultra series processors for desktops. The latest naming strategy will see the introduction of the 200-series, which is set to include 14 SKUs, according to the recently leaked lineup. According to Benchlife, at the top of the lineup sits …
Read More »24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 “Arrow Lake-S” QS CPU reportedly peaks at 5.7GHz
Intel's upcoming Core Ultra 200K series qualification samples have been distributed to partners, and performance benchmarks, such as those from Geekbench, have recently surfaced. Besides giving us a glimpse of how they perform, they're also helpful for learning the CPU specifications, including single- and multi-core clock speeds...
Read More »AMD Ryzen 7000 and 9000 gaming performance might be affected by newly found Windows bug
Some reviewers have been underwhelmed by the performance on offer with some of AMD's latest generation Ryzen CPUs. As it turns out, a Windows bug may have thrown a wrench into the works for launch reviews of these processors. HardwareUnboxed was hot on the case when it came to Ryzen …
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