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CPU Benchmarks and Hierarchy 2023: Processor Ranking Charts
By Paul Alcorn published
All of today's desktop CPU benchmarks compared, including Intel's 13th-Gen Core series and AMD's Ryzen Zen 4 and Threadripper.

The Best CPU for Gaming in 2023
By Paul Alcorn published
Here is the best CPU for gaming for the money, based on our benchmarks. These processors offer the best performance in their price ranges and most are suitable for overclocking.

Intel Foundry Services to Produce Chips for Tower Semiconductor
By Anton Shilov published
IFS to make chips for Tower at Fab 11X in Rio Rancho, New Mexico.

China Ramps Multi-Chiplet Efforts with Industry Heavyweights
By Anton Shilov published
Huawei, JCET, Verisilicon, NationalChip, and Tongfu can support Chinese chiplet efforts.

Intel To Make Further Workforce Cuts in U.S., Report Says
By Anton Shilov published
Intel layoffs hundreds of GPU, cloud, and software R&D architects and engineers in Folsom and San Jose.

China Delays Kill Intel's Tower Acquisition, Intel to Pay $353 Million Breakup Fee
By Anton Shilov published
Intel will not pursue acquisition of Tower Semiconductor following delay of Chinese review.

Intel's Tower Acquisition Deadline is Tomorrow, but Doubts Remain
By Anton Shilov published
China still has not approved Intel's acquisition of Tower semiconductor, which has a deadline on August 15.

Samsung Expects Huge Chip Performance Gains From Backside Power Delivery
By Anton Shilov published
Samsung expects major transistor density and performance gains from backside power delivery.
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