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Welcome to TechRadar’s computing components page, where we’re bringing together all the latest news on PC and laptop components, whether it be a new CPU and GPU rumor or our extensive reviews of the latest SSD and RAM kits. We’ll dive into everything from the best processors and best graphics cards to the best SSD and best RAM kits, along with anything else you can throw into a computer.
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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Best cheap processor sales and prices for December 2023
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TechRadar Deals Looking for the best price on the latest CPU? See our roundup of this week's best cheap processor deals and sales.

The best cheap graphics card prices and deals for December 2023
By Alex Whitelock last updated
TechRadar Deals The great graphics card shortage is over but should you buy? Check out the best prices and our buying advice right here.

Specs of Nvidia’s cut-down version of RTX 4090 are leaked – the GPU you (probably) can’t buy
By Darren Allan published
The purported RTX 4090 D will be a less powerful variant, but has every chance of flying off shelves – at least in China.

AMD’s new driver finally fixes a nasty bug where some RDNA 3 GPUs guzzle too much power
By Darren Allan published
Not everyone has seen their problems with abnormally high idle power draw resolved, mind you.

AMD reveals a full stack of shiny new Ryzen laptop processors, supercharged with AI
By Christian Guyton published
AMD’s latest kick back at Intel is a selection of nine new Ryzen chips, featuring the XDNA neural processing unit.

AMD just made a huge move to give gaming laptops and Windows 11 handhelds better battery life
By Darren Allan published
Windows 11 PC gaming handhelds just got (another) huge boost – and the future’s looking bright for Steam Deck rivals.

Thinking of buying a new GPU? It might be a good idea to move fast as demand for graphics cards is spiking
By Darren Allan published
Are we looking at price rises in the near future? It’s a possibility we have to at least consider.

Nvidia hits major RTX GPU milestone with 500 games (and apps) now supporting DLSS or ray tracing
By Darren Allan published
Nvidia’s RTX graphics cards have come a long way since the RTX 2080 was first launched way back in 2018.
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