I suppose the holy grail would be to bootstrap your custom CPU into a full-blown Linux system. That’s a big enough job that I haven’t done it. Although you might be more productive than I am ...

So, I’m sure you could imagine my surprise when the Intel Core i5-14600K handily came out on top against AMD’s newer Ryzen 5 9600X. It comes out ahead in quite a big way, too. Although the ...

So no, you don't need that Intel Core i9-14900K to run Overwatch 2 – that's why our top CPU for gaming is the Core i5-14600K or the Ryzen 5 7600X, both of which provide excellent performance at ...

The best CPUs have had a rough summer this year, especially on the Intel side of things. Volatility and instability issues have come to a head in the last few months as more and more PC builders ...

For example, Core i5 processors from 2008 have the same brand name as Core i5 processors from 2023. This won’t be a problem if you’re buying new or refurbished from a big retailer. But if you’re ...

As for Intel CPUs, Hardware Unboxed tested the Core i5-14600K in a small sample of games and found no difference in performance with the 24H2 update (save for one outlier, Gears 5). So ...

When it comes to finding the best Core i5 laptops, two standout options are the HP Laptop 15 (fd0221TU) and the HP Laptop 15s (fq5330TU). These models are designed to provide reliable performance ...

Please verify your email address. If you are in the market for a luxurious electric sedan, it's hard to ignore the 2025 BMW i5. Built on the same platform as the gas-powered 5 Series, the i5 aims ...

If you want a practical, fully-electric executive estate, then the BMW i5 is the one to have. Granted, that's because it’s also the only one you can have just now, but it'd take something very ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Ben Keough Ben Keough is an editor covering cameras, working from home ...

Heat is a computer's biggest enemy. Whether you're running one of the top desktop CPUs on the market or using one of the best laptops, it's always important to keep thermals in check. Overheating ...

Mark Z. Barabak is a political columnist for the Los Angeles Times, focusing on California and the West. He has covered campaigns and elections in 49 of the 50 states, including a dozen ...