If you're thinking of buying a new computer to replace your mind-bogglingly slow laptop, think again. These simple upgrades ...

Over the years, I've moved from custom-build PCs to pre-built. I'm no longer familiar with CPU and motherboard technology. I have a simple question about upgrading my processor for Windows 11, without ...

Although GPUs are often the focus for gaming, CPUs are perceived as an important upgrade too. According to AMD and Intel, we all need the fastest Ryzen 7 5800X3D or the Core i9-12900KS to get truly ...

The CPU (Central Processing Unit, or simply “processor”) is arguably the most important component in a computer, perhaps only second to the GPU if you’re a gamer. However, upgrading to the best ...

20 years ago, I was a pretty prolific PC-builder, if I do say so myself. Various EDN hands-on projects were the primary motivation; my late-1999 article, for example, showcased Intel’s SE440BX and ...

The main processor (CPU, “Central Processing Unit”), the main memory (RAM, “Random-Access Memory”), and the dedicated graphics card with its graphics processor (GPU, “Graphics Processing Unit”) are ...

Brendan is a freelance writer and content creator from Portland, OR. He covers tech and gaming for Lifehacker, and has also written for Digital Trends, EGM, Business Insider, IGN, and more. September ...

Rahim is a Senior Tech/Commerce Writer at Valnet and builds PCs & networking solutions on demand. Whether It's your GPU, CPU, Display, or just an SSD upgrade, expect him to have a well-researched ...

If your PC doesn’t deliver the desired performance in a particular game, it’s usually—but not always—due to two limiting factors. Either your processor (CPU) or your graphics card (GPU) is ...