The 5 must-read PC gaming news items from last month
March was a huge month for PC gamers, with new GPU launches, enhanced upscaling tech, and graphics card prices dropping to the lowest they've been in months.
This could be our first peek at Intel’s new secret GPU
Intel may have inadvertently revealed technical specifications for the flagship model of its upcoming Arc Alchemist desktop GPU lineup, the Arc A780.
Everything just announced at Intel’s Arc graphics event
Intel's new Arc discrete graphics will be launching first on thin and light laptops before expanding to desktops and workstations.
Intel Arc Alchemist desktop cards feature a stunning design
Intel launched its Arc Alchemist mobile GPUs on Wednesday, but the company also offered a first look at how its desktop GPUs will be designed.
Intel’s Arc Alchemist GPU should have Nvidia and AMD worried
Intel has finally detailed its discrete Arc Alchemist graphics cards, and they should have AMD and Nvidia worried about the future.
Intel Arc graphics use AV1 to improve Twitch streams
Intel has announced that it will equip its Arc GPUs with AV1 coding technology. This tech shows a lot of promise in improving the quality of gaming streams.
How Intel Arc graphics could finally fix V-Sync
Intel revealed its new Arc Alchemist mobile GPUs, as well as two key features that could kill one of the oldest features in PC gaming.
How to watch Intel’s Arc graphics event today
Intel's Arc event is less than a day away. If you want to be the first to see Intel's foray into GPUs, make sure to watch the event live. Here's how to do it.
Gigabyte Aero 16 review: You can do better
The Gigabyte Aero 16 isn't a bad laptop thanks to some powerful hardware packed inside. However, it lacks the key features that make the best laptops the best.
How to choose a graphics card
Choosing a graphics card can be confusing, with many specs, models, and speeds to consider. Here's how to buy the right GPU for you for years of happy gaming.
Acer Swift X 16 hands-on review: A tantalizing preview
The Acer Swift X 16 promises great performance thanks to an Intel 12th-gen CPU and Intel Arc graphics. Here's a look at a pre-production unit due in June 2022.
New Intel Core i9-12900KS beats AMD’s best by almost 30%
Intel is said to soon be releasing the new high-end Core i9-12900KS. The processor was spotted in an early benchmark and it outperformed the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X.
Intel Arc Alchemist laptop makes brief premature appearance
An online retailer appears to have prematurely put up a laptop equipped with Intel’s upcoming Arc Alchemist graphics card up for sale.
This mysterious Intel product hints at a new gaming laptop
A new entry for an unknown Intel DG2 GPU that was listed on the company's non-public ARK database provides potential insight into a new gaming laptop.
Intel’s first discrete gaming GPUs are around the corner
Intel Arc Alchemist graphics cards finally have a release date -- at least in their laptop form. Intel will host a special launch event to celebrate Intel Arc.
Smuggler caught with 160 Intel CPUs strapped to his body
As the semiconductor shortage rages on, consumers have to battle chip smugglers, high demand, scalpers, crypto miners, and production issues.
AMD’s defenses against Spectre V2 may be inadequate
The Spectre V2 vulnerability hit Intel and ARM processors hard, but AMD was thought to be fine. It now seems that AMD's safety measures may be inadequate.
The Spectre flaw is back — and Intel Alder Lake isn’t safe
Intel CPUs have been subjected to significant security vulnerabilities in recent years, one of which is Spectre. It has made an appearance once again.
Intel joins list of companies to halt shipping to Russia
Intel has announced that it will stop shipments to Russia and Belarus, effective immediately. It joins Apple, AMD, and others that have already done the same.
A mysterious new Intel i7 chip just showed up in tests
A mysterious new Intel Alder Lake laptop processor just appeared in a benchmark. The Core i7-12650HX might be yet another addition to the lineup.
The biggest PC news in February 2022: Apple M2, Steam Deck
February was a big month for PC news, with the Apple M2, a massive Nvidia hack, and, of course, the Steam Deck. Here's what you need to know about.
Intel Evo 3 now requires laptops to have better webcams
Intel is expanding the Evo 3 specification it announced at CES, focusing on remote workers and their experiences when working on the go.
Intel claims new 12th-gen laptop chips outclass the M1 Pro
Intel is expanding its 12th-gen mobile lineup with new U-series and P-series processors, and they could rival the Apple M1 in terms of power and efficiency.
Intel is back to dominating AMD in the DIY CPU wars
According to data from a Japanese market analysis, Intel has reclaimed its position over chief rival AMD as the market leader in the DIY CPU segment.
The complete Intel Arc GPU lineup has just been revealed
The entry-level Intel Arc Alchemist A380 GPU was tested in a series of OpenCL benchmarks. We also know more about the higher-end A500 and A700 GPUs.
MSI Aegis RS 12 review: Cheaper than building your own
The MSI Aegis RS 12 is packed with the latest and greatest hardware, and it's cheap. There are a few build quality oversights you need to know about, though.
Intel’s 13th-gen CPU likely to bring big performance boost
More cores on Intel's 13th-generation Raptor Lake could lead to a whopping 40% performance gains in multi-threaded applications.
What is Thunderbolt, and is it different from USB-C?
Do you know what Thunderbolt is and how it differs from USB-C? Don't worry. Here's everything you need to know about what Thunderbolt technology can do for you.
Intel hints at cloud gaming service to rival GeForce Now
Intel has announced Project Endgame, set to release in 2022. The service will provide cloud access to Intel's discrete Arc GPUs.
Intel to help ease GPU shortage with 4 million Arc GPUs
Intel released new information about the upcoming Arc Alchemist GPUs. It plans to ship 4 million of these gaming graphics cards before the end of 2022.
Intel’s $1 billion investment may bring next-level computing
Intel has just announced the launch of a $1 billion fund to support its foundry business and invest in disruptive technologies.
Why multi-chip GPUs are the future of graphics power
New rumors suggest that AMD and Intel may be working on multi-chip module graphics cards. We may see the architecture this year in AMD's RDNA 3 GPUs.
Intel claims nearly half of its GPU bugs were caused by AMD
Intel has just released a report concerning various vulnerabilities found within its hardware in 2021. The report claims that Intel has 50% fewer bugs than AMD.
Intel enlists help of ‘elite hackers’ to exterminate bugs
Intel has announced an expansion of its Bug Bounty program with Project Circuit Breaker, a new initiative that is aimed at recruiting elite hackers.