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    Don't Buy a GPU Now: Wait for Next-Gen or Grab a Discount?

    <p>Wondering if now's the time to upgrade your GPU? With key announcements and next-gen GPUs just weeks away, <a href="https://www.techspot.com/article/2928-dont-buy-a-gpu-now/">waiting is the smarter strategy</a> than jumping on holiday sales.</p> <p><a...
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    The OLED Burn-In Test: 9-Month Update

    <p>Nine months into our <a href="https://www.techspot.com/article/2927-oled-burn-in-test/">4K OLED monitor stress test</a>, 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.</p> <p><a...
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    The Best Gaming Monitors... in $100 Increments

    <p>Overwhelmed by gaming monitor options? Our guide simplifies your search with the <a href="https://www.techspot.com/bestof/gaming-monitors-in-100-b/">best picks at every $100 price point</a>, from $100 to $1200+. No guesswork, just the top-tested monitors for your budget.</p> <p><a...
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    The Best 4K Gaming Monitors: Starting at Just $400

    <p>Dive into the world of <a href="https://www.techspot.com/bestof/4k-gaming-monitors-24-25/">4K gaming</a> with our latest guide, featuring top-rated monitors at all price points. From vibrant OLEDs to high-performance LCDs, we've handpicked the best options for every gamer.</p> <p><a...
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    Nvidia kills GeForce Experience, Nvidia App 1.0 goes live

    <h5><strong>What just happened?</strong> GeForce Experience is dead – long live the <a href="https://www.techspot.com/downloads/7608-nvidia-app.html">Nvidia App</a>! Starting today, Nvidia is rolling out version 1.0 of the Nvidia App, officially bringing it out of beta. Nvidia says version 1.0...
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    Is Ray Tracing Worth the FPS Hit? 36 Game Performance Investigation

    <p><a href="https://www.techspot.com/article/2910-ray-tracing-performance-test/">Ray tracing</a> can enhance visuals, but it often comes at a high performance cost. We analyze its impact across 36 games, focusing on where it truly shines and comparing the performance of Nvidia and AMD GPUs.</p>...
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    AMD confirms one Ryzen 9000X3D CPU arrives on November 7

    <h5><strong>What just happened?</strong> AMD has just "announced" that at least one Ryzen 9000X3D processor will be available in a few weeks on November 7. However, this is more a teaser, likely aimed at stealing some of the thunder from Intel's Arrow Lake launch this week as AMD hasn't provided...
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    1440p Is the New 1080p: Why Budget Gaming Monitors Are Better Than Ever

    <p>The monitor market has <a href="https://www.techspot.com/article/2905-1440p-is-the-new-1080p/">seen a major shift</a>, 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...
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    Intel unveils Core Ultra 200 desktop CPUs, Arrow Lake brings architecture overhaul

    <h5><strong>Highly anticipated:</strong> Intel has announced the Core Ultra 200 CPU series for desktop PCs, also known as Arrow Lake, which introduces a brand new architecture. In Intel's words, this will set them up for the future of desktop processors. However, we have mixed feelings about...
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    Corsair Xeneon 34WQHD240-C 34" Review: 240Hz QD-OLED Ultrawide

    <p><a href="https://www.techspot.com/review/2898-corsair-xeneon-34wqhd240/">Corsair's Xeneon 34WQHD240-C</a> is a premium 34-inch QD-OLED ultrawide, featuring a 240Hz refresh rate and sleek white-silver design. However, its $1,200 price raises questions about its overall value.</p> <p><a...
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    Nvidia's GPU Classes Through the Years: What to Expect from the RTX 5080

    <p>Recent Nvidia RTX 50 series GPU rumors and specifications, especially about <a href="https://www.techspot.com/article/2902-nvidia-gpu-configuration-history/">the RTX 5080's configuration</a>, have caught our attention. Could it be the most cut-down 80-class GPU compared to the flagship ever...
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    Best Used Graphics Cards: Value Picks for Every Budget

    <p>One of the best ways to get <a href="https://www.techspot.com/bestof/used-gpu-24/">a budget-friendly GPU</a> is by exploring the second-hand market. We've analyzed eBay sales data to help you find great deals on used graphics cards across all price ranges.</p> <p><a...
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    No One Is Buying AMD Zen 5 CPUs, So What's Going On?

    <p>Zen 5 sales have not gone well and AMD is <a href="https://www.techspot.com/article/2893-amd-zen-5-cpu-pricing/">struggling to sell Ryzen 9000</a> CPUs. Let's analyze the flow-on effects this is having across the rest of the CPU market.</p> <p><a...
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    The OLED Burn-In Test: Six Month Update

    <p>We've been using the MSI MPG 321URX <a href="https://www.techspot.com/article/2885-oled-burn-in-test/">QD-OLED exclusively as a productivity monitor</a> 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.</p> <p><a...
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    Black Myth: Wukong Optimization Guide - Boost FPS by 50% or More

    <p>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 <a href="https://www.techspot.com/guides/2884-wukong-optimization/">game's optimal settings and performance</a> impact.</p>...
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