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Intel SSD DC P3700 800GB and 1.6TB Review: The Future of StorageAug 13, 2014 - in Reviews
With the introduction of its SSD DC P3700, P3600, and P3500, Intel is giving us our first taste of the PCIe-based NVMe specification. We take the flagship P3700 for a drive in its 800 GB and 1.6 TB incarnations. Just how fast is the future of storage?
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Asus ROG Swift PG278Q 27-inch G-Sync Monitor ReviewAug 11, 2014 - in Reviews
We’ve been waiting to experience the wonders of G-Sync for months, and Asus is the first company to deliver a finished product. Its ROG Swift PG278Q is a 27-inch QHD TN-based display with G-Sync, 144 Hz operation, and ULMB, a new blur-reduction feature.
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BenQ PG2401PT, 24-inch Color Accurate Monitor ReviewAug 6, 2014 - in Reviews
Photographers and printing pros look for the ultimate accuracy when they choose a monitor. BenQ answers the call with its 24-inch PG2401PT IPS display. It’s industry-certified for color accuracy, even without calibration. Today, we put it to the test.
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Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 Performance PreviewJul 31, 2014 - in Reviews
The Snapdragon brand is synonymous with performance. It creates anxiety that competing SoCs feel deep down in their silicon substrate. But can Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 805 maintain its dominance in the Android-based smartphone market?
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AMD FirePro W8100 Review: The Professional Radeon R9 290Jul 30, 2014 - in Reviews
After introducing the flagship FirePro W9100, AMD now has a FirePro W8100 in its portfolio. Somewhat lower specs (like 8 GB of memory, a slower GPU, and fewer shader units) should position it in the workstation world where the Radeon R9 290 is in gaming.
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The Pentium G3258 Cheap Overclocking ExperimentJul 29, 2014 - in Reviews
You wanted a comparison of Intel's Pentium G3258 using low-cost platform components. Can an entry-level motherboard and bundled heat sink still deliver a satisfying overclocking experience, or does going cheap ruin this dual-core CPU's value appeal?
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Transcend SSD340 256 GB Review: Now With JMicron InsideJul 28, 2014 - in Reviews
We have our first retail SSD with JMicron's JMF667H controller. Paying $115 for 256 GB of fast storage sure sounds attractive, but has the company ironed out the issues that plagued it in the early days of SSDs? We run its SSD340 through our grinder.
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LG 34UM95 34-Inch Ultra-Wide QHD Monitor ReviewJul 25, 2014 - in Reviews
When we looked at 29-inch ultra-wide displays last year, we asked for greater size and more pixels. LG answers that request with its 34UM95, a 34-inch panel with a resolution of 3440x1440. Today we run it through our performance and usability analysis.
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HTC One (M8) And One (E8) Review: A Flagship And Its SidekickJul 24, 2014 - in Reviews
We run HTC's flagship Android smartphone, the One (M8), through our exhaustive benchmark suite. In addition, we take a close look at its less expensive sibling, the HTC One (E8). Both devices are compared and tested against a strong field of competition.
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PowerColor Devil 13 Dual Core R9 290X 8 GB Review: Dual Hawaii on AirJul 21, 2014 - in Reviews
PowerColor’s Devil 13 graphics card, with its two Hawaii GPUs and massive heat sink, weighs in at more than two kilograms and exudes luxury. But can it compete with AMD’s dual-GPU reference design with closed-loop water cooling? Let’s find out!
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Best SSDs For The Money: July 2014Jul 19, 2014 - in Reviews
This month, we discuss a couple of new high-end SSDs based on fresh developments in flash technology. Are they really that much better than the latest mainstream-oriented drives, though? Check out our recommendations for more information!
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2013 Lexus LS600h L: Plenty of Tech, but Short on ValueJul 18, 2014 - in Reviews
We spent a week with Lexus' flagship hybrid executive sedan to judge its infotainment system and amenities. Do the Japanese have what it takes to tackle compelling German competition, or has the company lost its way? Join us as we look at the LS600h L.
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Overlord Tempest X270OC, 27" 120 Hz IPS Gaming Monitor ReviewJul 17, 2014 - in Reviews
After many reader requests to review Overlord’s 120 Hz 27-inch QHD monitor, we finally got a brand new X270OC in our labs. It’s the only IPS screen we know of that can exceed a 60 Hz refresh rate. We run it through our benchmark and usability test suite.
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AMD Mantle: A Graphics API Tested In DepthJul 16, 2014 - in Reviews
AMD's Mantle is available to users of certain Radeon cards, as are the first few titles with corresponding API support. We gathered up a number of CPUs and graphics boards, fired up Battlefield 4 and Thief, and set off on a benchmarking odyssey.
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Oppo N1 Review: Future-Looking Phablet Or Oversized Flop?Jul 14, 2014 - in Reviews
Oppo's N1 sports a unique pivoting camera, a large-format display, and two different operating system options. Are those features enough to make up for an older hardware platform and dicey software optimization in a sea of compelling competition?
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JMicron Returns: The JMF667H Controller On Four Reference SSDsJul 11, 2014 - in Reviews
It's rare that we get the chance to test SSDs before they hit production. But after waltzing with Silicon Motion's SM2246EN platform last year, JMicron offered us a handful of reference drives with different types of flash, all driven by the new JMF667H.
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AOC G2460PQU 24-inch 144 Hz Gaming Monitor ReviewJul 10, 2014 - in Reviews
Not many monitors can run at 144 Hz, but AOC is adding to your list of choices with its G2460PQU 24-inch TN-based screen. We’ve already tested similar displays from Asus and BenQ. Can AOC match their speed and performance at a roughly $250 price point?
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Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) Review: Wi-Fi Vs. LTEJul 8, 2014 - in Reviews
Today's review of Samsung's Galaxy Note 10.1 (2014 Edition) includes the LTE-capable and Wi-Fi-only tablets, allowing us to compare Samsung's own Exynos 5 Octa platform to Qualcomm's Snapdragon 800. Can either configuration usurp Apple's iPad Air?
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Three AMD AM1 Motherboards For The Kabini APU, ReviewedJul 2, 2014 - in Reviews
Targeting power-misers, AMD’s low-energy Kabini-based APUs could easily find their way into entertainment PCs, office machines, and PoS terminals. Of course, you need a motherboard to make it a “platform” and we found three companies willing to help.
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Samsung 850 Pro SSD Review: 3D Vertical NAND Hits Desktop StorageJun 30, 2014 - in Reviews
After winning an award last year for its 840 EVO, Samsung is ready to follow up with another high-end offering. The company's 850 Pro SSD merges the EVO's familiar MEX controller with 3D V-NAND. Does the combination justify an upgrade, or should you wait?
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BenQ RL2460HT 24-Inch Monitor Review: Is Gaming Good At 60 Hz?Jun 30, 2014 - in Reviews
Does a true gaming monitor need to have a 120 or 144 Hz refresh rate? BenQ’s RL2460HT offers plenty of features that cater to enthusiasts, but it tops out at 60 Hz. Can those extra capabilities compensate, or should you continue your search elsewhere?
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System Builder Marathon, Q2 2014: A Balanced High-End BuildJun 26, 2014 - in Reviews
Competition tightens (along with pricing) as we respond to frequently-requested budget updates for $500, $1000, and $1500 machines. In response to other requests, we add an operating system to each machine. Can today’s cheaper PCs still perform well?
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System Builder Marathon, Q2 2014: Our Enthusiast PCJun 25, 2014 - in Reviews
Faced with a more aggressive budget, we're dialing back our mainstream enthusiast PC's hardware, while trying to maintain aggressive performance in games, productivity, and content creation applications. This quarter's config goes heavy on value.
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System Builder Marathon, Q2 2014: Our Budget Gaming PCJun 24, 2014 - in Reviews
This quarter's System Builder Marathon kicks off with some new rules inspired by feedback from you, our readers. Can Paul match the potency of last quarter's configuration at a lower price point, or does today's all-AMD PC struggle to keep up?
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Surveillance Hard Drive Shoot-Out: WD And Seagate Square OffJun 19, 2014 - in Reviews
Video surveillance has been around for years. Grainy gas station cameras are giving way to higher-end 1080p-capable IP cameras, and storage is evolving to meet the needs of these ever-expanding solutions. Today we look at two new entries into the market.
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MSI GT60 2PC Dominator Review: A Fast Notebook With Battery BoostJun 18, 2014 - in Reviews
MSI's new GT60 2PC Dominator outperforms the company's previous-gen GT60 2OC thanks to a new CPU, new GPU, and triple-monitor Surround technology. We compare both configurations, add up the differences, and gauge the effect of Nvidia's Battery Boost.
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Intel Pentium G3258 CPU Review: Haswell, Unlocked, For $75Jun 17, 2014 - in Reviews
It's a momentous occasion. Intel now offers an affordable dual-core Pentium with an unlocked multiplier based on its Haswell architecture. How well does it overclock? Can it beat AMD's potent little Athlon X4 750K? We run both through our benchmark suite.
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2014 Mazda5 Sport: Say Hello To Tom's Hardware's Project CarJun 13, 2014 - in Reviews
We love reviewing the latest and greatest automotive technology. But when the factory toys don't evolve fast enough, we turn to the aftermarket. A new 2014 Mazda5 will serve as our platform for testing third-party technology moving forward.
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NEC PA272W 27-Inch Monitor Review: Accuracy And FlexibilityJun 12, 2014 - in Reviews
We’ve reviewed a lot of professional-class monitors, NEC's PA272W may be the most accurate and capable one ever to hit the Tom's Hardware lab. At almost $1300, it’s expensive for a 27-inch QHD screen. But there are features here you won’t find elsewhere.
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Core i7-4790K Review: Devil's Canyon Tantalizes EnthusiastsJun 10, 2014 - in Reviews
Despite a clear performance advantage, Intel just doesn't seem like an enthusiast-friendly company. Certain elements in the organization want to change that perception, though. Devil's Canyon is meant to allay power users with more speed.
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