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Biden Grants Micron $6.1 Billion for New US Chip Factories
The US continues to fund the largest chip makers as it faces ongoing competition with China.
How to Run Games at 4K on a 1080p Monitor With Supersampling
Want to upscale your graphics? Stuck on a low-resolution display? Your AMD or Nvidia graphics card can go beyond anti-aliasing with supersampling.
Snapdragon X Plus Laptop CPUs: What You Need to Know, Plus Early Benchmarks
We tested another upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon X Arm chip—see how it did against Intel Core Ultra. Plus, chip-by-chip details on the full Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus processor lines.
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G Review
AMD's Ryzen 5 8600G isn't the most muscular CPU you can buy, but it drives competitive integrated-graphics performance for its price. It's an ideal chip for budget gaming PCs.
Nvidia AI Chips Are Still Shipping to China Despite US Export Ban
The US doesn't want its most advanced computer chips sent to China, but a new report finds that some processors found in server hardware are still being sold to buyers in the country.
Thermaltake CTE E600 MX Hydrangea Blue Review
Thermaltake’s CTE E600 MX Hydrangea Blue will need some aftermarket fans (and coolers) to complete its thermal story, but this quirky-color case is a standout for an unusual, rotated-motherboard ATX build.
AMD's Ryzen 8000 Pro Chips Bring AI to Business Laptops, Desktops
AMD says its new business-class chips promise to beat rival processors from Intel, including its 'Meteor Lake' Core Ultra chips.
Biden Is Giving Samsung $6.4 Billion to Build US Chip Factories
After awarding billions to Intel and TSMC, the White House is also subsidizing Samsung's Texas chip manufacturing plans.
Asus ProArt PA602 Review
Roomy, hefty, and elegant, the Asus ProArt PA602 delivers superior cooling and noise control in a PC case that exudes imposing power for DIY-minded content creators and workstation users.
AI-Enhanced M4 Chips Reportedly Coming to Apple's Full Mac Lineup
Production on the new chips is expected to begin soon, and will show up on Mac desktops, laptops, and towers in late 2024 and early 2025, Bloomberg reports.
China Plans to Ditch Intel, AMD Chips in Telecom Networks
China makes another move toward phasing out all foreign chips, this time targeting its telecom infrastructure as China's semiconductor rivalry with the US continues.
Intel Core i9-14900KS Review
Intel's power-hungry, pricey Core i9-14900KS delivers too little extra performance versus its Core i9-14900K kin to merit the extra cash. Intel's previous-gen Core i9-13900K comes much more highly recommended.
Biden Is Giving TSMC $11.6 Billion in Funding for More US Chip Factories
The US is awarding Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation $6.6 billion in grants and up to $5 billion in loans to expand its chip manufacturing business in Arizona.
Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite Wallops Intel’s Core Ultra 7 in Latest Testing
With the phone chip giant's much-anticipated Snapdragon X Elite processor poised to hit laptops by mid-year, we got a chance to benchmark it for work and play—and stack it up against Intel’s sparring “Meteor Lake” CPU.
Samsung Is Pouring $44 Billion Into US Chip Production
Samsung will reportedly more than double its US chip manufacturing funding and, like Intel, is expected to receive 'billions' in subsidies from the US government.
MSI B760M Edge Ti Wi-Fi Review
MSI’s B760M Edge Ti Wi-Fi is a well-optioned, slick-looking MicroATX motherboard with storage galore, fast networking, and enough power delivery for flagship-class processors. It's pricey, but better-equipped than most in its class.
Intel Core i5-13400F Review
The Intel Core i5-13400F is a well-priced processor that's a fine fit for a budget gaming PC, but don't expect it to pair well with a high-end graphics card.
Enermax StarryKnight SK30 V2 Review
Though its build is lightweight, Enermax’s StarryKnight SK30 V2 includes lots of premium features in a big EATX case for right around $100.
Maxsun Challenger B650M Wi-Fi Review
Maxsun’s Challenger B650M Wi-Fi is an entry-level MicroATX board for basic builds. It handled our flagship-class Ryzen processor ably, but it's a little light on storage options and USB connectivity.
Thermaltake The Tower 300 Review
Thermaltake’s The Tower 300 does a great job of showing off big graphics cards and big-radiator CPU coolers in a super-compact footprint. (You can also lay it down for a different look.)
