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Plans for China's invasion of Taiwan could be thwarted by a leading European chipmaker's "kill switch," which can remotely deactivate sophisticated chipmaking equipment

By Kevin Okemwa published 24 May 24

KILL SWITCH Chipmakers ASML and TSMC address concerns about the Chinese invasion of Taiwan with a remote switch for advanced chipmaking machines.

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Crucial Pro Memory: Overclocking Edition DDR5 RAM review — Hitting the Ryzen sweet spot with no frills

By Ben Wilson last updated 21 May 24

Review Crucial expands its DDR5 desktop memory range with kits targeting gamers and enthusiasts looking to hit the 6000MT/s sweet spot, but is it worth it?

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The best gaming desktop CPU you can buy is now $90 cheaper thanks to a limited promo code — and that includes free delivery

By Ben Wilson published 14 May 24

7800X3D Newegg offers AMD's phenomenal Ryzen 7 7800X3D, the best gaming processor you can buy today, for under $350 with a promo code available to all.

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Best motherboard for Intel Core i5-13600K in 2024

By Cale Hunt last updated 14 May 24

Updated We rate the i5-13600k as the best mid-range CPU from the last generation, but every processor needs a motherboard to call home. Here are the best choices on the market.

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Best CPU coolers in 2024 for AMD Ryzen and Intel Core desktops

By Ben Wilson published 13 May 24

Updated CPU coolers are critical in custom-built desktops and help your processor perform to their maximum potential. Here are my top picks to match your components and budget.

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HYTE THICC Q60 review: The most ridiculous AIO CPU cooler I've ever tested is also one of the best

By Ben Wilson published 9 May 24

Review HYTE, best known for its gigantic "fish tank" PC cases, enters the CPU cooler scene with the THICC Q60 AIO and FP12 case fans — are the extravagant aesthetics worth the high cost?

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Apple unveils M4 processor that's an 'AI powerhouse,' but Qualcomm and its Snapdragon X Elite have nothing to worry about

By Sean Endicott published 7 May 24

Apples to apples Apple just unveiled its M4 processor, which focuses heavily on AI. But did the announcement steal Qualcomm and the Snapdragon X Elite's thunder? We took a closer look.

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Best Intel LGA 1200 motherboards 2024

By Ben Wilson last updated 7 May 24

Updated We found the best motherboards compatible with LGA 1200 socket for Intel's 10th and 11th Gen CPUs.

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AMD enters the race to the 'TOPS' with new NPUs for Ryzen AI laptops and desktops

By Ben Wilson published 16 April 24

AMD AI PCs AMD Ryzen PRO 8000/8040 Series processors bring Ryzen AI NPUs to desktops and mobile workstations for business.

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PC gamers are reportedly experiencing crashes and errors with Intel Core i9 CPUs, prompting returns

By Rebecca Spear published 9 April 24

CPU crashing The 13th Gen and 14th Gen Intel Core i9 CPUs are reportedly causing crashes and errors when running PC games, which has led buyers to return them for alternative processors.

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