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Are we about to see Snapdragon X Plus revealed? Qualcomm teaser suggests Apple could have more to worry about than Elite CPU
By Darren Allan published
It seems Qualcomm’s plans to beat the M3 extend beyond the Snapdragon X Elite.
![The connectors of the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DJ38C3Wrk4aaN37WmjzXu8-320-80.jpg)
AMD’s next-gen Zen 5 CPUs could launch seriously soon going by a new rumor
By Darren Allan published
More of the groundwork is being laid for AMD’s next-gen Ryzen CPUs, suggesting a Q3 launch really could be in the cards.
![An AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D held between a man's fingers](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eqeEwSD836ty3MAyRGEfwR-320-80.jpg)
How to choose a CPU: top tips for finding the right chip for your PC
By John Loeffler published
Looking to buy a new CPU? Follow these simple steps to upgrade smartly.
![An Intel Core i7-13700K inserted into a motherboard](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wKt55w6gth9cKnfC3Hbim8-320-80.jpg)
Intel’s last-gen CPUs are being discontinued, with some boxed Raptor Lake models now on borrowed time
By Darren Allan published
Intel begins the process of phasing out Raptor Lake chips – but don’t panic if you want to buy a 13th-gen model.
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Intel says Lunar Lake laptops will be AI powerhouses that could outgun the Snapdragon X Elite CPU
By Darren Allan published
There’s a battle of the hype going on, with Intel’s Lunar Lake CPUs facing off against Qualcomm’s ARM-based chip.
![An Intel Core i9-14900K with its promotional packaging](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pwWtznScyPhjBHDJ3ECpKJ-320-80.jpg)
Is your Intel Core i9 CPU crashing when playing games? You’re not alone – and Intel’s investigating worrying reports of instability
By Darren Allan published
‘Out of video memory’ error is causing frustration for PC gamers with Core i9-14900K and 13900K chips.
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Zen 5 CPU spotted in leaks – including a controversial photo – stoking hype that AMD is set for a Q3 launch
By Darren Allan published
More fuel to the rumors that we’ll see AMD’s next-gen processors sooner rather than later.
![Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Em4NMgUbQrkkYe3mKKGY8P-320-80.jpg)
Snapdragon X Elite hype builds as Qualcomm shows off Apple M3-beating CPU that can handle laptop gaming nicely
By Darren Allan published
Qualcomm has been busy showing off its incoming Snapdragon X Elite processor that’ll power AI PCs.
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