I'm obviously new to this.<BR>I just bought a processor to upgrade my A64 S939 3500+. The new processor is an A64 S939 FX-55. <BR>To use it, can I simply pull the old processor and heatsink out, pop ...

Upgrading your CPU can be a frustrating experience, even though the physical acts of removing an old processor and installing the new one are pretty easy. The more difficult questions to answer are ...

The CPU (Central Processing Unit, or simply “processor”) is arguably the most important component in a computer, perhaps only second to the GPU if you’re a gamer. However, upgrading to the best ...

We’ve covered the Alienware Alpha quite a bit, including a formal review. Several of us on staff have been enjoying this micro PC for a number of reasons. But if you purchased the lower-end model ...

Adrian has been a tech enthusiast since the 90s with a particular passion for gaming that developed thanks to his first gaming outings on Pong, Zork and Space Invaders. In the years that followed he ...

Fierce competition between Intel and AMD has pushed prices for many CPUs well below $100, making a processor upgrade more practical for older PCs. Three scenarios make a CPU upgrade worthwhile: Moving ...

In this article, we will see what you can do if your SSD is not detected after a CPU or RAM upgrade. This issue causes problems because you cannot install Windows OS on the new SSD until your computer ...

If your GPU is poorly utilized due to a feeble CPU, leading to CPU-induced stuttering, it might be time for an upgrade. If you aren't satisfied with the performance of CPU-limited esports titles, ...