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Wondering if now's the time to upgrade your GPU? With key announcements and next-gen GPUs just weeks away, waiting is the smarter strategy than jumping on holiday sales.

Nine months into our 4K OLED monitor stress test, we're putting the MSI QD-OLED through extreme productivity tasks with 8+ hours daily of static content to test its durability. Here's our update.

Misconceptions in tech are endless, but myths about low-res CPU benchmarks top our list. Let's revisit this hot topic and test the new 9800X3D at 4K to clarify what really matters.

You bought a new CPU and it seems to run cool, so you try a bit of overclocking. The GHz climb higher. Did you hit the silicon jackpot? You've got yourself a binned chip. But what's that exactly?

What do you play when you crave an adrenaline rush? We can think of dozens of games, but narrowed this list down to 13 favorites that are scary, gory, or frustratingly hard, in a good way.

Ray tracing can enhance visuals, but it often comes at a high performance cost. We analyze its impact across 36 games comparing the performance of Nvidia and AMD GPUs.

Thanks to class-leading hardware and optimized software, the Apple iPad line has long been the go-to tablet recommendation for most people. Now, lets choose the right model for you.

It was a magical time, hearing the scrambling sound of your phone line connecting you to the Internet. Launching Netscape and staring at the throbber animation while a single web page loaded.

The internet is undergoing the biggest change since its inception. It's huge. And there is no going back. The web is changing into the Zero Click Internet, and it will change everything.

The Palm Pilot, released in the 1990s, revolutionized mobile computing and digital assistants (PDAs). It paved the way for smartphones, shaping many of the mobile technologies we now rely on today.

The monitor market has seen a major shift, with high-quality 1440p gaming monitors now becoming more affordable. Once considered a premium option, 1440p displays are replacing 1080p as the go-to choice for entry-level PC gamers.

Firmware is essential to the operation of electronic devices, acting as the foundational software that makes it all work. While firmware is sometimes used interchangeably with "software," they are not the same thing.

When choosing a motherboard for your Ryzen CPU, you'll encounter various options like X670, B650, A620, and the new X870. This guide will explain chipset differences, PCIe lane setups, and help you pick the right board.

Recent Nvidia RTX 50 series GPU rumors and specifications have caught our attention. Could the RTX 5080 be the most cut-down 80-class GPU compared to the flagship ever? Let's investigate.

Zen 5 sales have not gone well and AMD is struggling to sell Ryzen 9000 CPUs. Let's analyze the flow-on effects this is having across the rest of the CPU market.

The TechSpot PC Buying Guide helps you navigate the current state of the PC hardware market. With AMD's Ryzen 9000 series underperforming and Intel facing stability issues, we guide you to the best current options.

30+ years ago, PC gamers could choose GPUs from over 10 different makers. The story of Rendition is a fascinating tale of engineering brilliance and lost opportunities from the golden age of graphics.

The Sony Walkman was a cultural revolution, enabling people to play any song, anywhere, anytime --- long before similar freedom existed for movies, e-books, or video games.

We've been using the MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED exclusively as a productivity monitor for the last six months, and it's time to check in to see how the panel is holding up in terms of burn-in.

Black Myth: Wukong is quite a taxing game on PC hardware but even those with mid-range or older PCs should be able to play it after a few tweaks. Let's explore the game's optimal settings and performance impact.

Before smartphones became mainstream, the Motorola Razr was the spiritual predecessor to the iPhone, transforming phones from a necessity into an object of desire.

Relational databases manage structured data in tables, while non-relational databases handle unstructured data. Understanding these differences is key to selecting the right system for various business needs.

For the first time this year, we can no longer say that SSD prices keep on rising. While some drives are slightly more expensive, others have dropped in price, which is always good news.

AMD keeps botching their product launches, and Zen 5 is just another example in a string of releases over the last two years that range from disappointing to downright embarrassing.

Intel's CPU stability issues persist, with a microcode update expected in a few weeks. While TechSpot has covered various angles, hands-on testing remains pending, here's our take so far.

Is Windows 10 or Windows 11 faster for gaming? We revisit this question using four hardware setups benchmarked with fresh OS installations in 13 games, with updated drivers and testing software.

Developed by Nullsoft in 1997, Winamp is a media player that supports a wide array of audio formats and was an iconic software application in the heyday of MP3 music. Winamp was nearly ubiquitous, used by millions in the early 2000s.

The Nintendo Wii redefined casual gaming by introducing motion controls and capturing a wide demographic, setting it apart from Sony and Microsoft's traditional game consoles.

Precursor chipmaker Cyrix made personal computing accessible to millions with its affordable budget PCs, only to be killed by its best product and its inability to run a popular game.

Stop! If you're thinking of upgrading your gaming PC, don't buy that overpriced graphics card or even a new CPU. Instead, invest in a new monitor which will enhance your gaming experience much more.