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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.
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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
Wildcat Lake is Intel's new budget lineup intended for entry-level and edge.
Where to buy AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X3D2
The Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 processor is AMD's latest CPU release. Here's where you can pick one up.
Intel vs AMD: Which CPUs Are Better in 2026?
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
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
A terrible value, but one of the most unique CPUs we’ve ever reviewed.
