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Meet Snapdragon X Plus: Qualcomm says its slowest CPU still beats Intel
Qualcomm has announced the Snapdragon X Plus, a less powerful version of the Snapdragon X Elite Arm PC processor. But it's still faster than Intel's Core Ultra, Qualcomm says,
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Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite branding reads like Elon Musk baby names
Qualcomm has published names, speeds, and feeds of its new Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus processors. But trying to understand (or say!) the model numbers will melt your brain.
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What is an AI PC, exactly? We cut through the hype
An AI PC is the next generation of PCs. We'll explain what an AI PC is, what makes an AI PC unique, and whether you should buy an AI PC.
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PC memory gets faster, safer with new DDR5 standard
Standards body JEDEC has issued a faster DDR5-8800 memory spec, which includes some intriguing security protections to prevent Rowhammer memory attacks.
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Take 35% off Samsung's fast, rugged T7 Shield portable SSD
The Samsung T7 Shield is on deep discount today at Amazon and Samsung's online store, in 1TB and 2TB capacities.
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Asus battles Intel CPU crashes with 'baseline' motherboard BIOS
The latest Asus Z790 BIOS updates roll back tweaks from both the user and Asus, hoping to solve crashing issues for Intel's fastest processors.
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AOC's newest gaming monitor has an insane 540Hz refresh rate
This 24-inch, 1080p monitor is for eSports and only eSports. If you want a little more color accuracy, an IPS version with "just" 390hz is coming, too.
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This ultra-fast 1440p Acer gaming monitor is an absolute steal at $150
This refurbished Acer Nitro gaming monitor is a little basic, but it has it where it counts: 2560×1440 resolution, a high-quality IPS panel, and a rock-bottom price.
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Get one of my favorite Keychron keyboards for 53% off
The massive, aluminum-clad Keychron Q6 board is going for just a hundred bucks on Amazon's Woot right now.
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Are ultrawide monitors worth it?
An ultrawide monitor provides several benefits that enhance both work and play—but there are some drawbacks you should know about.
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Roccat brand gets buried by parent company Turtle Beach
Roccat's PC accessory lines, like the Vulcan keyboards, will continue under the Turtle Beach name.
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This LG 34-inch ultrawide monitor is just $250, half off MSRP
LG is offering a great deal on a huge amount of screen real estate, especially if color accuracy is important to you.
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Watch PCWorld build an invisible-cable desktop with Asus BTF parts
The war on cables is over, and the cables lost. You can follow Adam and Will as they build a full desktop PC with nary a cable in sight, thanks to Asus Back To Future parts.
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Why I never buy the best gaming hardware for my PC
Every gamer who's upgraded their gaming PC has been tempted to splurge on the best of the best hardware. But there's more than one reason why they shouldn't.
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My journey to NYC's mechanical keyboard mecca
Once a year keyboard nerds get together for a party in Queens, and I couldn't resist checking it out.
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Windows' AI-powered future could feature 'Qualcomm Inside'
Microsoft's plans for Windows 11 and AI seem increasingly centered around Qualcomm, as a key next-generation Windows feature may be limited to Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite Arm chip.
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Razer's new RGB mousepad is the shiniest mousepad ever
The Firefly V2 Pro uses a hard, frosted surface to spread its rainbow of LEDs all the way across your desk.
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PC maker offers a potential fix for crashing Intel CPUs
While Intel continues to investigate sporadic stability issues with its 14th gen and 13th gen, famed PC maker Falcon Northwest is offering stopgap advice for some.
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This massive 49-inch Asus ultrawide gaming monitor is $100 off
Take $100 off a gigantic, speedy Asus monitor that can also do some pretty good office duty with USB-C and a built-in KVM switch.
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This 1080p Lenovo monitor is just $139 (53% off) right now
Looking to pick up an everyday monitor? Lenovo's ThinkVision T24I-30 will surely fit the bill.
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Logitech's new mouse summons AI with a button push
The Logitech Signature AI Edition M750 Mouse includes a dedicated AI key that launches a tool designed to quickly edit and rewrite text using ChatGPT.
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AMD brings AI to business desktops with Ryzen Pro chips
AMD has launched desktop and mobile versions of its Ryzen 8000 Pro processors, which add AI to commercial PCs as well as security and manageability advantages.
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Get MSI's ultrawide OLED monitor for $779, its lowest price yet
This 34-inch ultrawide deal is cheaper than most of the 27-inch OLEDs on the market right now.
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Gigabyte's 'Xtreme Ice' RTX GPU and motherboard will deck out your PC
These ridiculous components include tiny LCD screens, crystalized titanium covers, and gold. Just straight-up gold.
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SanDisk's shows off the world's first stupendously large 4TB SD card
Western Digital's SanDisk division is showing off a 4TB SD card, the largest to date, that it will ship next year.
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What's going on with the chiplet market?
Chiplets are everywhere in modern CPU design, but they're hard to wrap your head around. That's why we called Dr. Ian Cutress to help explain what's going on.
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This $100 Samsung display is perfect for a low-cost multi-monitor setup
The Samsung T350 Series monitor is on sale for just $99.99 right now. Don't miss out.
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How we test gaming mice at PCWorld
Choosing a gaming mouse can be a big decision, especially when some mice can cost over $150. That's why we evaluate every facet of a mouse, from design to comfort to button layout to customization and price — so you can easily land the right mouse for your gaming needs.
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Immerse yourself in Acer's ultrawide gaming monitors for $240 today
Newegg has a choice of 34-inch gaming ultrawides on sale: a color-accurate IPS screen for $240 or a speedy, curvy VA for $270.
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This weird Asus motherboard with SO-DIMM slots is an abomination
One Twitter user found a motherboard that's sporting a shocking array of disparate parts, apparently installed at the factory.
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Logitech’s new gaming keyboard is tiny, optical, and expensive
The Logitech Pro X 60 is stylish and wireless, but it's also way more expensive than competitive models offering more features.
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Got an older D-Link NAS? 92,000 of them are at high risk of getting hacked
Two new vulnerabilities combine to allow attackers to take over vulnerable devices—and they’re already being exploited.
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Pick up this curved 1440p Dell gaming monitor for just $250
Looking to pick up a curved gaming monitor? The Dell S2722DGM is crisp, fast, and $50 off right now.
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How we test monitors at PCWorld
The best monitors aren’t specialists but instead jacks-of-all-trades that excel in one or two key areas.
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This Samsung 34-inch ultrawide monitor is just $200
Microcenter is offering a screen with the semi-standard 3440×1440 resolution for an unbeatable price.
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Early PCIe 7.0 specs foretell a ludicrously fast future for SSDs
The next-next version of PCI Express will be twice as fast as 6.0 and four times as fast as 5.0.
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Ludicrous! This 4K IPS Acer monitor is sale for just $200
This 28-inch monitor packs monster resolution and a USB hub, making it a great pick for home offices.
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Razer's blazing-fast Basilisk gaming mouse is 43% off today
The Razer Basilisk V3 gaming mouse is wickedly fast and currently 43 percent off of the original price.
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Qualcomm says Snapdragon X Elite kicks Intel Core Ultra's butt, too
Qualcomm now has Intel's Core Ultra (Meteor Lake) chips in its labs to compare against its own Snapdragon X Elite — and company executives claim that the X Elite blows them out of the water, too.
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Our favorite budget gaming monitor is just $200 today
Dell is offering the best budget gaming monitor around, a 27-inch QHD screen with a speedy IPS panel, for over $100 off retail price.
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Should you be worried about CPU degradation?
CPUs can lose performance over time, eventually biting the dust. But is it really something you should worry about? Dr. Ian Cutress joins us on YouTube to hash it out.
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How we test Thunderbolt and DisplayLink docks at PCWorld
A thorough hands-on evaluation, a careful examination and comparison of features and price go into every Thunderbolt and DisplayLink docking station for laptops that we review.
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Nab this spacious SteelSeries gaming keyboard for just $35
The SteelSeries Apex 3 gaming keyboard is spacious, quiet, and $15 off right now.
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How much RAM do you need in a laptop? Here’s how to figure it out
The amount of memory needed in a laptop varies from person to person, making one-size-fits-all advice unhelpful. Use this guide to pinpoint what suits you best.
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Will's PC is crashing on Fortnite — let's fix it!
Will Smith's Core i9-powered gaming PC should be able to destroy Fortnite, but it's crashing consistently. He takes it into the PCWorld lab to nail down the issue.
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The Full Nerd: Nvidia shows off how AI NPCs can revolutionize gaming
Nvidia Product Manager Seth Schneider comes on the podcast to show off the company's ACE generative AI system for game devs.
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Store everything you'd ever need on this 20TB drive for $279
Amazon is holding a killer sale on a 20-terabyte WD Elements drive for just $279.99 after applying a coupon.
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Microsoft's 'AI PC' definition: An NPU and a keyboard sticker
Microsoft's guidelines for the year's hottest branding trend don't say much to consumers.
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