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Intel says better software optimization can unlock up to 30% more performance on its CPUs
By Hassam Nasir published
Intel has been making CPUs with a hybrid architecture for the past 5 years.

CPU requirements for AI workloads are multiplying, driving intensifying shortages and price hikes
By Luke James published
As workloads continue migrating towards inference and agentic AI, CPU-GPU ratios could converge to 1:1 or even tilt further in favor of CPUs.

Intel stock jumps 28%, setting record, after it posts strong Q1 with rising forecasts
By Anton Shilov published
Demand for Intel's products exceed expectations and supply, but Intel is still bleeding money.

First Intel Wildcat Lake-equipped laptop spotted — features 11W fanless mode, 35W PL2
By Hassam Nasir published
Wildcat Lake is Intel's new budget lineup intended for entry-level and edge.

Intel vs AMD: Which CPUs Are Better in 2026?
By Jake Roach last updated
We wade into the endless debate: Who makes the best CPU, AMD or Intel? Here's the blow-by-blow in ten categories.

Intel teases wider range of unlocked CPUs for future platforms
By Aaron Klotz published
In a new interview, Intel VP Robert Hallock unveiled a renewed focus on the entry-level enthusiast market with a commitment to release more budget-friendly unlocked CPUs over time.

AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 review: More cache, more cash
By Jake Roach published
A terrible value, but one of the most unique CPUs we’ve ever reviewed.
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