Intel's 13th Gen and 14th Gen processors have been causing plenty of headaches in recent months due to a growing instability issue. Intel has already announced plans to roll out a microcode update to help address this, but now Intel is also extending the warranty for these CPUs by an extra two years for all customers.
Read More »Intel unveils new 14th Gen Core desktop processors
Today is the big day – after months of rumours and various leaks, Intel is now officially announcing its new 14th Gen Core processors. Otherwise known as the Raptor Lake Refresh, new 14th Gen Core desktop processors will offer up to 6GHz speeds, accelerated AI performance and improved gaming performance. …
Read More »Intel is rebranding its processors starting with Meteor Lake
In recent months we've heard rumours that Intel will be rebranding its Core i3/i5/i7/i9 series processors with its next-generation chips. Today, Intel is confirming exactly that, with plans to introduce Intel Core Ultra processors this year. Intel Core Ultra will be the new badge assigned to Intel's ‘most advanced client …
Read More »Win an RTX 4070-powered Lenovo Gaming Laptop! (closed)
It's time for the KitGuru Reader Survey and we really want to hear from you. Our simple survey takes less than 5 minutes to complete and helps us understand what kind of content interests you most. One lucky reader will also win a brand new 8th Gen Lenovo Legion Pro 5i - with an Intel Core i7 13700HX processor, Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics and 32GB of DDR5 memory!
Read More »Intel launches NUC 13 Pro with 13th Gen Core i7 processors
Today Intel is launching the new NUC 13 Pro, its latest powerful mini-PC, codenamed “Arena Canyon”. This time under the hood you'll find a 13th Gen Core i7 processor with up to 14 cores and 20 threads, and Xe-powered integrated graphics. The Intel NUC 13 Pro packs a Core i7-1370P …
Read More »Lenovo Legion 5i Pro 16 Review (i7-12700H & RTX 3060)
It may not have the highest-end specs, but Leo is mighty impressed with this Lenovo laptop
Read More »Does Razer owe you £200?
As Leo was wrapping up his Razer Blade 15 review this weekend, something peculiar was noticed. For some reason, the laptop was being sold at £200 more on Razer's own website compared to UK retail. We pointed this out to Razer, who then corrected the pricing, but were disappointed to learn that there will be no refunds for anyone that paid the original price...
Read More »Intel launches 11th Gen Core ‘Tiger Lake H’ processors for laptops
Today is a big day for laptops – not only has Nvidia just launched the RTX 3050 and RTX 3050 Ti for laptops, but Intel is also launching new 11th Gen Core H-series mobile processors. The new Intel 11th Gen mobile line-up includes the flagship Core i9-11980HK, which Intel claims …
Read More »Apple M1 surpasses Intel Core i7-11700K in single-thread on PassMark
The new PassMark CPU rankings are out and a surprising entry has risen to second place. Based on PassMark CPU benchmark results, the Apple M1 is able to outperform AMD's Ryzen 5 series processors and the newly launched Intel 11th Gen Core series with just one exception – the Core …
Read More »MSI announces new Aegis, Codex, Trident and Infinite gaming PCs with Intel 11th Gen CPUs
Earlier this week, Intel officially announced its “Rocket Lake-S” 11th Gen Core desktop processors. MSI is getting involved with the launch early, updating its gaming desktop systems with Intel's latest hardware. This week, MSI announced that its Aegis, Codex, Trident and Infinite series of gaming desktop PCs will ship with …
Read More »Intel Core i9 and Core i7 “Rocket Lake” line-up and gaming performance leaked
As we get closer to a major launch, there is a good chance that we'll see presentation leaks detailing upcoming tech early. This time around, two slides from Intel's Rocket Lake launch presentation have leaked, detailing the full Core i9 and Core i7 line-up in addition to some gaming performance …
Read More »Gigabyte Aorus 15G Laptop Review
Looking for a new gaming laptop? How about one with a low-profile mechanical keyboard too?
Read More »MSI Creator 15 now available with 10th Gen Core i7 and RTX graphics
This week, MSI has announced availability for its Creator 15 series of laptops. The Creator 15 is, as the name suggests, aimed at creative professionals that need powerful hardware in a portable form-factor. The Creator 15 is available with a slew of different GPU options, in addition to a choice …
Read More »Intel launches 10th Gen H-series CPUs for laptops
Alongside the launch of Nvidia’s latest laptop GPUs, Intel is also unveiling the new 10th Gen Core H-series of processors for laptops. The new line-up features the first mobile processor to break the 5GHz barrier, which will help drive higher frame rates in games. With the 10th Gen H-series of …
Read More »Intel and Partners Showcase Vast Array of Products at Technology Open House Event
Intel’s Technology Open House in London was an exhibition of products from the chipmaker and its partners that showcase the capabilities provided by Intel. Core to the showcases were 10th Gen Ice Lake and Comet Lake laptops, Optane-accelerated systems, and gaming PCs designed for high framerate horsepower.
Read More »Intel rolls out 9th Generation Core i9, Core i7 and Core i5 CPUs for laptops
Following on from CES earlier this year, we saw many new gaming laptops launch with new RTX graphics but the downside at the time was that they were packing Intel 8th Gen CPUs, with 9th Gen just around the corner. Now just a few short months later, Intel has updated …
Read More »Asus Zephyrus S GX701GX Review – The Incredible Vanishing Bezel
It's a very sleek laptop from ASUS ROG, packing RTX 2080 Max-Q graphics. Is it worth £3200?!
Read More »Intel discontinues remaining 6th Gen Skylake processors
It has been several years since Skylake was at the forefront of the CPU market. In the lead up to Coffee Lake's desktop launch, Intel announced that the Core i7-6700K and Core i5-6600K would be discontinued in 2018. Now, the rest of the Skylake 6th Gen lineup is being put …
Read More »Intel’s Core i9-9900K, Core i7-9700K and Core i5-9600K available to order in UK
The spotlight continues to remain on Intel's 9th Gen launch this week. We've already taken a look at the specs for the new Core i9-9900K, Core i7-9700K and Core i5-9600K. If any of our UK readers are planning on upgrading, then you're in luck as retail listings have already gone …
Read More »Win one of two Core i7-8700K processors! (closed)
Fancy upgrading your CPU? We've teamed up with Intel this month to give away TWO Core i7-8700K processors. We have one processor each for two lucky KitGuru readers worldwide. Competition ends this Sunday!
Read More »Intel Core i9-9900K, i7-9700K, and i5-9600K specs leaked
AMD’s Ryzen has forced Intel’s hand when it comes to the core and thread counts of their new CPUs. With the Ryzen 7 packing eight cores and 16 threads, Intel was in danger of lagging behind, but leaked specifications of its 9XXX series of CPUs shows it is willing to …
Read More »Asus Zenbook 3 Deluxe UX490 (w/ i7-8550U) Review
Got a spare £1400 for a thin and light notebook? The Zenbook 3 Deluxe could be worth a look
Read More »Intel launches new 8th Gen Coffee Lake mobile processors
Intel has officially launched its first six-core Coffee Lake processors for laptops. The new Coffee Lake-H series brings Core i9, Core i7 and Xeon chips to laptops, featuring six cores for the first time on an Intel mobile platform. Intel has been sticking with quad-core chips for high-end laptops since …
Read More »Xiaomi has launched its first gaming laptop
Xiaomi, the fifth largest smartphone maker in the world, is now venturing into the world of gaming. Xiaomi has branched out into mainstream laptops in the past, but this time around, Xiaomi is targeting gamers in China with the Mi Gaming Laptop, which packs a 15.6-inch display, a 7th-Gen Core i7 …
Read More »MSI Vortex G25 Review (W/ i7-8700 & GTX 1070)
It's a tiny SFF rig from MSI, but at £1885 is it just too expensive for its own good?
Read More »Razer Blade Pro Review (w/ Core i7; GTX 1060)
Razer has a new Blade Pro - this time with a GTX 1060 and 1080p display. Is it worth £2099?
Read More »Advent Calendar Day 10: Win an MSI Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon AC motherboard and Intel Core i7-8700K
The KitGuru Advent Calendar is still going strong! For day 10 we are teaming up with MSI & Intel to give away a brand new MSI Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon AC motherboard paired with an Intel Core i7 8700K! We even have a few extra MSI goodies to throw into the mix- this is one you don't want to miss!
Read More »MSI Raider GE63VR 7RE 120Hz Gaming Laptop Review
It has a 'gamer friendly' 120hz panel, but do the rest of the specs stack up?
Read More »PC Specialist Defiance IV (w/ Core i7 & GTX 1070)
Core i7, GTX 1070, SSD, 17.3 inch screen - all for £1,399? Is this too good to be true?
Read More »Intel taps new factories to beef up Coffee Lake CPU supply
If you've been struggling to find a Coffee Lake CPU in stock, then we have some good news for you...
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