AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D Memory Scaling: Does DDR5 Performance Matter?
Pairing fast RAM with a top-end CPU is a logical choice, but what happens when that processor is a Ryzen 9 7950X3D with 128 MB of cache? Let's find out!
AMD's Ryzen 5800X3D is down to just $299 today
The Ryzen 7 5800X3D is a great choice for anyone on the AM4 platform with an earlier-gen Ryzen CPU. However, if you're building an entirely new rig, the Ryzen 9 7900X for $434 is also worth a look.
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D Review: Gamers, Don't Buy This One!
With extra L3 cache and lowered clocks for less heat, AMD is trying to make the Ryzen 9 7950X3D the best CPU for all scenarios. But how well does that work in reality?
AMD B650 Motherboard Roundup: VRM Thermal Testing
For those wanting to jump on the AM5 platform while spending as little as possible, which affordable AMD B650 motherboards are the best? We'll be torture-testing eleven motherboards to find out.
Core i5-13400 vs. Ryzen 7 5700X: CPU & GPU Scaling Benchmark
Following our series of CPU & GPU scaling benchmarks, it's time for a comparison between Intel's new Core i5-13400 and the tried and true AMD Ryzen 7 5700X.
The Best AMD X670E Motherboards: 22 Board Roundup, VRM Thermal Test
For months we've been gathering as many AMD X670 motherboards as we could to test their VRM performance and see if they can all handle the Ryzen 9 7950X without any kind of thermal throttling.
AMD reveals Ryzen 7000X3D pricing and availability, starting February 28
3D V-Cache finally reaches AM5
How We Test: CPU Benchmarks, Misconceptions Explained
In this explainer we support with data why testing CPU performance with a GPU bottleneck is a bad idea, so you can have a full understanding of our testing methods when reviewing CPUs.
Ryzen 5 7600 vs. Ryzen 5 5600: CPU and GPU Scaling Benchmark
At which point does the jump up from the affordable Ryzen 5600 to the relatively expensive Ryzen 7600 makes sense? That's what we'll be testing in this CPU and GPU scaling benchmark.
Intel Core i3-13100 vs. AMD Ryzen 5 5600: GPU Scaling Performance
The previous generation version of the Core i3-13100 was one of our favorite budget CPUs, so we're keen to see what this updated 13th-gen version has to offer.
AMD Ryzen 5 7600, Ryzen 7 7700 and Ryzen 9 7900 Review: Re-reviewing Zen 4
Ryzen 7000 CPUs have not been a slam dunk for AMD so far. Even though they are quite speedy, the move to the AM5 platform has proved costly. Can AMD entice more people with cheaper non-X Ryzen CPUs?
AMD / Nvidia / Intel CES 2023 Recap and Analysis: 3D V-Cache, "RTX 4090" for laptops, new affordable CPUs
7950X3D is going to be a beast, plus non-K Intel and non-X AMD CPUs
The Rise, Fall and Renaissance of AMD
AMD is one of the world's oldest CPU makers and the subject of polarizing debate among tech enthusiasts for nearly 50 years. Its story makes for a thrilling tale of twists and turns that we examine today from past to present.
Ryzen 7 5800X3D vs. Ryzen 5 7600X: 50+ Game Benchmark
We take fan favorite Ryzen 7 5800X3D and compare it head to head with the new Ryzen 5 7600X in over 50 games. Yes, the 5800X3D is impressive, but can it counter the advantage of going AM5?
AMD Ryzen 5 7600X vs. Intel Core i5-13600K: 54 Game Benchmark
Time for a massive benchmark comparison between the Ryzen 5 7600X and Core i5-13600K, covering 54 games across three resolutions using the GeForce RTX 4090.
Zen 4 CPU prices fall dramatically, Ryzen 9 7950X is now down to $554
What just happened? Since launching in September, AMD's Zen 4 processors have struggled to sell against Intel's Raptor Lake due to price and compatibility disadvantages. Team Red has addressed the situation with deep price cuts around the globe, but it's unclear if these are permanent drops or just holiday deals.
The Best CPUs: Productivity and Gaming
With readers constantly inquiring about which CPU they should buy, and after all the extensive testing you're familiar with, the TechSpot CPU buying guide narrows things down to a handful of recommendations you can trust.
AMD Advantage arrives on desktops along with new performance boosting features
AMD makes it easier than ever to get a great gaming experience
The Best Value Gaming CPU: 13600K vs 12600K vs 7600X vs 5800X3D vs 5600X
The Core i5-13600K is possibly the best value CPU all-rounder right now, but when looking purely at gaming the Ryzen 5 7600X is a strong contender as is the 5800X3D, 5600X, and even the older 12600K.
Geekbench was tricked: the Ryzen 7 7800X doesn't exist
WTF?! For the last few days, the computer hardware microcosm of the internet has been awash with theories about an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X that appeared in the Geekbench database on October 27. It hadn't been seen, heard, or rumored anywhere beforehand, which is almost unprecedented. Had AMD really made a 10-core Zen 4 CPU without anyone knowing?
AMD bundles Uncharted collection with Ryzen 5000 CPUs
Relatively affordable but excellent gaming CPUs
AMD Ryzen 9 7900X vs. Intel Core i9-12900K
The Ryzen 9 7900X is a 12-core, 24-thread Zen 4 processor priced to compete with the Core i9-12900K. With that many cores, is it only a productivity monster or can it also compete with the best in gaming?
Asrock will send you a replacement motherboard if you can't get the stickers out of your DIMM sockets
A ridiculous problem on a $300 motherboard
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X Review: Faster than Core i9?
The Ryzen 7 7700X is arguably the most interesting Zen 4 CPU for PC gaming: it's an 8-core, 16-thread chip using a single CCD, which should mean it's going to deliver the best performance.
AMD Ryzen 9 7950X Review: The New Performance King
The Ryzen 9 7950X is the new performance king and the jack of all trades, apart from maybe power consumption and pricing, of course. The Zen 4 flagship can do everything exceptionally well.
