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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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Is Intel about to turn Arrow Lake CPUs around? Leak suggests ‘big changes’ are coming for Core Ultra 200 chips
By Darren Allan published
Rumored changes could pep up Intel’s ailing Core Ultra 200 range – but we’ve got a feeling AMD won’t be overly worried (yet).
Black Friday graphics card deals 2024: the best picks for this week
By Allisa James last updated
With Black Friday underway, it's time to search through the best graphics cards deals around to find the perfect one for your needs.
Nvidia RTX 5090 and 5080 GPUs again rumored for CES – but suggestion the RTX 5080 could be positioned as a ‘professional’ GPU might worry PC gamers
By Darren Allan published
Are we looking at close to 20% to 25% price hikes for the top two Nvidia Blackwell graphics cards?
This might be one of your best opportunities to join Nvidia's RTX 4000 series party - the RTX 4070 Super is on sale during Amazon's Black Friday
By Isaiah Williams published
It’s about time for Nvidia’s GPUs to receive some attention during Amazon’s Black Friday sales, and fortunately the RTX 4070 Super is one of them.
The best cheap graphics card 2024
By John Loeffler last updated
There's no reason why you need to splash out with the best cheap graphics card on the market.
The best graphics card 2024
By John Loeffler last updated
Updated There's never been a better time to consider one of the best graphics cards from AMD, Nvidia, and Intel.
Corsair makes its 4000D Airflow a breeze to buy this Black Friday – save $30 on the case I use as a PC building expert
By Marcus Mears III published
PC keeps overheating? Try the case I use for airflow; it's $30 off right now at Amazon.
RTX 5070 Ti leak suggests Nvidia has a powerful GPU up its sleeve that uses the same chip as the RTX 5080
By Darren Allan published
We’re now hearing chatter from the grapevine about another possible next-gen GPU from Nvidia – could we see the RTX 5070 Ti as soon as CES 2025?
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