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We have some changes in our AMD recommendations as the Phenom II platform has matured. On the Intel side are a few small refinements while we wait for the introduction of i5 next month.
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Entry, Budget, or HTPC - $825 can buy a lot more PC these days. It can even buy a decent gaming rig.
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The new 3.2GHz 955BE is generating excitement for all PC buyers. We detail the latest Phenom II systems built for budget, best value, and top performance.
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A short story for those looking to shop this weekend for a new processor, video card, or memory.
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We assemble four systems geared for value and performance using AMD Phenom II, Intel Core 2, and Core i7 processors. The $800 to $1800 price range covers a lot of computer real estate.
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It's been since the holidays that we've done a GPU buyers guide. It never seems like the right time to do a new GPU buyers guide, as NVIDIA and AMD have been pushing aggressively back and forth for leadership in the market place. When new parts or tweaked cards haven't been coming out, prices have been adjusted quickly to maintain tight competition.
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Entry, Bargain, or HTPC - $800 can buy a lot of PC these days.
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Phenom II is generating new excitement for AMD Buyers. We look at Phenom II systems built for value, maximum overclocking, and top performance.
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Intel Core i7 is the only real high-end choice today. We take a closer look at Core i7 Systems built for value, maximum overclocking, and "go for the gold".
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With four systems geared for value and performance from AMD Phenom II to Intel Core i7, the $1000 to $2000 price range covers a lot of computer real estate.
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Entry, Budget, or HTPC: $1000 can buy a lot of PC these days.
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We take a look at our favorite hard disks and optical drives for the desktop.
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There are a huge number of PC suppliers out there, and everyone has different needs when it comes to a desktop system. In this guide, provide our recommendations for several systems at various price points.
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Has your CRT finally given its last gasp of electrons? Perhaps you just upgraded to an HD 4870X2 and now need a display with a resolution that can justify such hardware. Either way, we have recommendations to keep your eyes happy.
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The past 30 days have seen significant price cuts on GPUs from both AMD and NVIDIA. If you're still looking to upgrade your video card, now may be the time to buy.
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Choosing a Case and Power Supply can be a source of heartburn. This guide will help you navigate the choices.