How to turn on Eco Mode for AMD CPUs — and why you should

How to turn on Eco Mode for AMD CPUs — and why you should

AMD Ryzen 7000 processors are amazing. The 7800X3D and 7950X3D are the best gaming CPUs in the world, and the non-X3D versions offer an amazing mix of gaming performance and productivity. But there’s one feature of these CPUs that’s often overlooked: Eco Mode. This power limiting command does impact performance, but not as much as … Read more

MSI Claw handheld hands-on: more significant than you think

MSI Claw handheld hands-on: more significant than you think

Jacob Roach / Digital Trends MSI is entering the handheld arena, and its debut is more significant than you might think. The MSI Claw doesn’t look dissimilar from the Asus ROG Ally or even the Steam Deck OLED, but the specs underneath mark a significant departure for handheld gaming PCs. I had a chance to … Read more

New AMD CPUs let you play Cyberpunk without a graphics card

New AMD CPUs let you play Cyberpunk without a graphics card

AMD just revealed its new lineup of desktop APUs with built-in graphics at CES 2024: the Ryzen 8000G series. According to AMD, the Ryzen 8000G lineup can run AAA titles without requiring a discrete GPU. Will these CPUs really rival some of the best processors when it comes to graphics performance? Here’s everything we know. … Read more

Why MSI’s leaked gaming handheld might crush its competitors

Why MSI’s leaked gaming handheld might crush its competitors

wxnod / MSI That didn’t take long. Less than 24 hours after the initial mysterious teaser, MSI’s first gaming handheld got leaked in its entirety ahead of its official launch during CES 2024. The handheld, which is set to compete against the likes of the Steam Deck and the Asus ROG Ally, is going to … Read more

Razer Blade 14 vs. Razer Blade 15: is smaller better?

Razer Blade 14 vs. Razer Blade 15: is smaller better?

Digital Trends The Razer Blade 14 and Razer Blade 15 are two formidable gaming laptops from Razer, a brand known for its sleek designs and high-performance gaming devices. Both laptops cater to gamers seeking a premium gaming experience but differ in size, specifications, and intended use. The Razer Blade 14 is a compact gaming laptop … Read more

9 best desktop computers of 2024: tested and reviewed

9 best desktop computers of 2024: tested and reviewed

There are several great options if you’re searching for the best desktop computer, but Dell’s XPS Desktop (8960) still takes the crown in 2024. It’s highly flexible, decently priced, and comes with super powerful hardware. There are desktop PCs to pick from, though. We’ve reviewed hundreds of desktop PCs from brands like Dell, Apple, Lenovo, … Read more

The best CPU coolers to buy for every budget

The best CPU coolers to buy for every budget

Choosing the best CPU cooler for your next build isn’t easy. Between liquid and air options, a variety of different form factors, and differences in performance, it’s important to choose a cooler that will keep your processor at a reasonable temperature. There is no one-size-fits-all option. To help narrow down your search, we’ve compiled a … Read more

The first Core Ultra handheld gaming PC is already coming

The first Core Ultra handheld gaming PC is already coming

Intel just launched its Core Ultra CPUs, and we’re already hearing about a handheld gaming PC packing one of the latest chips. OneXPlayer teased its X1 handheld, which it says is powered by one of Intel’s new Meteor Lake CPUs. We saw this coming. Meteor Lake is a new generation for Intel, and our hands-on … Read more

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 2 review: late to the game

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 2 review: late to the game

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 2 MSRP $2,680.00 “The Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 2 has become less modern than it first appeared.” Pros Solid build quality Good productivity performance Relatively thin and light Good keyboard Attractive aesthetic Beautiful OLED display Lots of ports Cons Slippery palm rest Quirky touchpad Slow creativity performance Below-average battery life Display … Read more

With Core Ultra launch, a new era for Intel has begun

With Core Ultra launch, a new era for Intel has begun

Intel Intel’s Meteor Lake processors represent more than just a new generation. It’s a fresh start for Intel — a cycle it seems to find itself in every few years — and the birth of the AI PC. Most importantly, it’s a sign that Intel can deliver on its road map with a fresh generation … Read more