Computing components
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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Intel Battlemage rumored for December – could new budget GPUs win over gamers neglected by Nvidia and save the Arc brand?
By Darren Allan published
Rumor hints that we could get the new budget GPUs PC gamers are crying out for.
Nvidia RTX 5090 Ti suddenly pops up – and RTX 6000 GPUs are mentioned in trademark filings too – but don’t get excited
By Darren Allan published
Ready for Nvidia RTX 5000 graphics cards? New trademark filing is another hint that next-gen GPUs are about to arrive.
Watch out, Nvidia - new benchmarks suggest Apple M4 Ultra could beat the mighty RTX 4090
By Isaiah Williams published
Take this with a grain of salt, but it seems that Apple’s M4 Ultra chip could dethrone the RTX 4090 in graphical performance across multiple APIs.
AMD Ryzen 9800X3D overclocking potential shown: CPU hits jaw-dropping 6.9GHz, exceeds 1,200 fps in Counter-Strike 2
By Darren Allan published
The Ryzen 9800X3D is the first 3D V-Cache processor that allows for overclocking, and it looks seriously good in these early tests.
The best AMD processors 2024
By John Loeffler last updated
Updated I'm rounding up all the best AMD processors from the current crop of AM5 Ryzen offerings to older AM4 alternatives.
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.
Nvidia’s RTX 5000 series announcement could be closer than you think - a reliable leaker suggests a reveal is coming soon
By Isaiah Williams published
It appears that the wait for Nvidia’s RTX 5000 series reveal could soon be over if this new leak holds true.
The best DDR5 RAM in 2024
By Aleksha McLoughlin last updated
We’re rounding up all the best DDR5 RAM kits available for current-generation AMD and Intel machines for all budgets and preferences.
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