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We’re also bringing you in-depth explainers and how-tos to help you better understand the components that go into your PC, how to test them for performance, and how to install them when you plan on an upgrade.
Whether it’s the latest generation of PC components or the old standbys that are still kicking around in your rig, we’ve got it covered here on TechRadar.
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Nvidia might shortchange RTX 5090 and 5060 for laptops when it comes to VRAM – but RTX 5080 GPU could be very different
By Darren Allan published
We’ve been hearing more about Blackwell GPUs from a YouTube leaker, and there’s distinctly good and bad news.
Apple M4 chip: everything we know so far about Apple's new chip
By John Loeffler last updated
Here's everything we know so far about Apple M4, the company's next generation of in-house silicon.
Apple M4 chip debuts in iPad Pro as Apple pulls further ahead of Microsoft and Intel
By John Loeffler published
The Apple M4 chip debuts in the new Apple iPad Pro
Nvidia RTX 5090: rumors, possible specs, and everything we know
By Allisa James last updated
The Nvidia RTX 5090 has been on the receiving end of plenty of rumors. Here's everything we know about a possible release date, specs, and more.
Nvidia might launch RTX 5080 GPU before RTX 5090, new rumor suggests – but we wouldn’t bank on it
By Darren Allan published
Controversy continues to swirl around which next-gen graphics cards Nvidia could launch this year.
Leaked plans reveal Intel could release 21 Arrow Lake-S CPUs this year
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
A new insider source has claimed that Intel could be releasing over 20 CPUs in its upcoming Arrow Lake-S lineup in 2024.
Intel Core Ultra 200 Arrow Lake CPUs could be coming earlier than expected
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
An MSI overclocker has allegedly leaked the release schedule for Intel Core 200 Arrow Lake CPUs, with surprising news.
New Intel Arrow Lake leak alleges no Thunderbolt 5 support for Z890 motherboards
By Aleksha McLoughlin published
A prominent hardware leaker has alleged that the upcoming Z890 motherboards for Intel Core Ultra 200 will miss out on Thunderbolt 5 support.
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