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What is TOPS and why is it important for AI?
By Cale Hunt last updated
Simplifying AI The term "TOPS" is being thrown around a lot these days. Here's what it means and why you should care if you're interested in AI.

ARM64 and AI are driving a 'Great Reset' in the Windows PC industry, a transformation unlike any witnessed in the past three decades
By Daniel Rubino published
OPINION Microsoft's Copilot+ AI PCs result from a perfect storm of AI and Qualcomm's new processors, reshaping the entire Windows PC ecosystem. It's the biggest shift since Windows 95 and the rise of internet PCs.

What is a System-on-Chip (SoC)?
By Cale Hunt published
QRD A quick explainer of Systems-on-Chip and what they mean for Windows laptops.

AMD enters the race to the 'TOPS' with new NPUs for Ryzen AI laptops and desktops
By Ben Wilson published
AMD AI PCs AMD Ryzen PRO 8000/8040 Series processors bring Ryzen AI NPUs to desktops and mobile workstations for business.

Intel's next-gen Lunar Lake CPUs will be able to run Microsoft's Copilot AI locally thanks to 45 TOPS NPU performance
By Cale Hunt published
Race to the TOPS The new CPUs are expected to deliver more than 100 TOPS total, smashing Meteor Lake's 34 TOPS capability.

What is an AI PC? Answers from Microsoft, Intel, and more explained
By Cale Hunt published
It depends There's not really a clear-cut answer to the question, but we can provide some insight into what goes into an AI PC and what you can expect from it.

Dell XPS 14 and XPS 16 set the tone for laptops in 2024 with Intel Core Ultra, NPUs, and stunning designs
By Sean Endicott published
A massive refresh Dell just unveiled two new sizes of XPS laptops ahead of CES 2024. The XPS 14 and XPS 16 feature Intel Core Ultra processors and a modern design that aligns with the newly revamped XPS 13.
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