Have you ever wondered what those confusing letters and numbers at the end of the CPU mean? Every year, Intel and AMD release new generations of their CPUs with updated specifications and sometimes ...

While the rest of the Ars crew was out celebrating July 4th, I was slaving away on a new tech article. But that's ok, because I do it for the love. Anyway, Understanding CPU Caching and Performance is ...

If you're in the market for a laptop, you know how confusing it can be to sort through all of the options. One of the most difficult to understand, yet most critical to your decision, is the type of ...

When talking about CPU specifications, in addition to clock speed and number of cores/threads, ' CPU cache memory ' is sometimes mentioned. Developer Gabriel G. Cunha explains what this CPU cache ...

The run-up to the launch of a new console generation is always one of the most exciting parts of being a video game enthusiast. New hardware generations always bring massive advancements in visual ...

Can you feel your PC or Mac running hot? We've found the best ways to check processor temps on your Windows PCs and Macs.

A normal CPU temperature while gaming typically falls within the range of 70°C to 80°C (158°F to 176°F). This range is considered safe and optimal for most modern CPUs, especially when paired with a ...

I'm looking at getting a new laptop, and would like some help understanding processor specs. I currently have an 'Early 2015' Retina 13-inch macbook pro. The processor is listed as a 2.7 GHz Dual-Core ...

Computers offer greater value when you can keep them running for a long and productive working life. Replacing your CPU's current processor with a faster upgrade can enable you to extend the ...

Just as automotive engine performance defines the core of a vehicle's speed, processor speed is one of the keys to computer performance. As processor technology advances, manufacturers promote the ...