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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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Nvidia rumored to be winding down production of RTX 4000 GPUs ahead of next-gen launches – which could mean some tempting Black Friday bargains
By Darren Allan published
Nvidia is said to be transitioning to RTX 5000 graphics cards, with Lovelace models being discontinued – save for the RTX 4060.
AMD’s Ryzen chips appear to be wiping the floor with Intel – but the best-selling CPUs right now might surprise you
By Darren Allan published
AMD is routing Intel in the battle of the CPUs going by the bestsellers for major retailers – but Ryzen 9000 isn’t winning this war.
The best M.2 SSD 2024: the fastest M.2 solid state drive for work and gaming
By John Loeffler last updated
If you want the fastest possible data access speeds, then you'll need an M.2 SSD. These are the best M.2 SSDs for every budget and motherboard configuration
AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D is hot stuff - literally, as one has just burnt out a motherboard
By Isaiah Williams published
AMD’s new Ryzen 7 9800X3D has surmounted its predecessor, receiving heaps of high praise for its gaming performance, but a new user’s report suggests issues of burning out could occur once again.
Nvidia’s rumored CPU could pack integrated GPU to rival RTX 4070 mobile – should AMD and Intel start to worry now?
By Darren Allan published
Forget AMD’s powerhouse Strix Halo laptop CPU – Nvidia’s planned APU could outgun it apparently.
Black Friday graphics card deals 2024: the best deals out now
By Allisa James last updated
As Black Friday continues to ramp up to the big day, more graphics cards deals have been emerging.
More hints of Nvidia’s RTX 50 series reveal are here - next-generation GPUs are now rumored to be in production
By Isaiah Williams published
New rumors suggest Nvidia’s production of RTX 4000 series GPUs has shut down almost completely, with a fresh new focus on upcoming RTX 5000 series GPUs.
AMD Ryzen 9800X3D CPU has totally sold out – and a new worry is that fresh stock may not arrive until late December
By Darren Allan published
The situation around Ryzen 9800X3D stock appears to be very shaky, with scalpers again causing misery for genuine buyers.
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