Can You Use Nvidia GPUs with an AMD CPU?
July 27, 2021
AMD is the only PC component manufacturer that builds both CPUs and dedicated graphics cards for the mainstream PC market.
Processor (CPU)
Server vs. Desktop CPUs: What are the differences?
June 26, 2021
A common question amongst our readers is which processor type they should choose:
CPU vs. GPU Rendering – What’s the difference and which should you choose?
June 18, 2021
Ever wondered what the difference between CPU and GPU rendering was and which one fits your needs best?
Do CPUs Come With Thermal Paste? (And how to apply it properly)
June 9, 2021
Building a new PC can be a daunting task, but this experience can also be very exciting.
Where to buy PC-Parts, CPUs & Graphics Cards in your Country
April 6, 2021
Well, it’s 2021, and stock issues still plague buyers worldwide.
How to upgrade your PC (Beginner’s Guide)
April 15, 2021
Upgrading your system is an exciting experience that comes with a lot of benefits:
AMD Ryzen 5000 Series Review for Content Creators – Goodbye Competition
April 15, 2021
AMD released its newest range of Ryzen 5000 Series CPUs on October 8th.
LGA vs. PGA and how to fix bent CPU Socket Pins
April 11, 2021
If you’ve ever shopped for processors and motherboards, you might’ve encountered terms like ‘sockets,’ ‘LGA1200,’ and so on.
Core i9 10900K and Core i5 10600K Review for CG-Workloads: 3D Viewports Still Love Intel
April 15, 2021
Yes, I know.
Render Engine Hardware Compatibility – CPU / GPU / Hybrid
December 29, 2020
This is one of the first things you need to know when planning a new PC for Rendering Workloads:
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Buying The Best Gaming CPU For You [2021 Guide]
April 12, 2021
Buying a processor (CPU) may seem intimidating at the outset, especially if you aren’t a tech expert.
The AMD Threadripper 3990X Review for Content Creators
April 15, 2021
AMD’s Threadripper lineup launch, featuring overwhelming 24 and 32-core CPUs, left a trail of dizzy Intel HEDT and even enterprise-class Xeon processors in its wake.
Best Motherboards for 3rd Gen AMD Threadripper CPUs 3990X, 3970X, 3960X
July 2, 2020
With the release of AMD’s Threadripper 3000 processors (3rd Generation Threadripper), Intel has finally lost the lead in both single-core and multi-threaded workloads.
How to Build a PC: Beginner’s Guide (Choose your Parts & Assemble)
April 22, 2021
Building your first PC can be daunting.
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Best Motherboards for i9 9900k, i7 9700k [Intel 9th Gen CPUs]
April 15, 2021
Intel’s consumer CPUs have always remained a step ahead of their AMD counterparts when it comes to single-thread performance.
The Best Time to buy Computer Parts
July 17, 2021
In this article, we’re going to discuss the best time of the year to buy PC hardware.
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Best Laptops For Photo Editing [2021 Guide]
April 16, 2021
Today, we’re going to teach you all you need to know to buy the best laptop for photo editing.
Best CPU Coolers for AMD Ryzen Threadripper CPUs (Review Roundup)
April 22, 2021
AMD’s Threadripper CPUs were designed to deliver incredible performance at shockingly low prices.
Best Computer for Blender (Workstation & PC-Build Guide)
June 25, 2021
Blender is a versatile digital content creation tool that has been used in a variety of high budget and low budget productions.
Intel Core vs AMD Ryzen CPUs in 2021 (Benchmarks & Comparison)
May 16, 2021
With the launch of Ryzen 5000 CPUs (5950X, 5900X, 5800X, and 5600X), AMD surpassed even Intel’s most premium offerings last year.
Best Memory (RAM) for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen CPUs 3900X, 3700X, 3600
April 23, 2021
Wondering what RAM would be perfect for your Ryzen PC Build?
Best Motherboards for AMD Ryzen 5000 Series CPUs 5950X, 5900X, 5600X
April 25, 2021
On the lookout for a motherboard that pairs well with a Ryzen 5000 CPU like the 5950X?
Cinema 4D Viewport Performance Benchmark & Scores (Updated Results)
May 23, 2021
CGDirector’s Cinema 4D Viewport Performance Benchmark measures how snappy and smooth Active Work inside your 3D Software will be.
Single vs Dual vs Quad Channel Memory on Ryzen Threadripper (Benchmarks)
March 27, 2021
Does Single vs Dual vs Quad Channel Memory impact performance on Ryzen Threadripper CPUs?
Cinebench R20 Scores (Updated Results)
April 19, 2021
There’s a newer version of Cinebench Available Here.
Best Workstation PC / Laptop for CAD, Autocad, Solidworks, Revit, Inventor
April 16, 2021
What is the best Computer or Laptop for CAD Software such as Autocad, Solidworks, Inventor, or Revit?
Parts Needed to Build a PC (Computer Parts List & Explanation)
January 16, 2021
What Computer Parts do you need to build a PC, you ask?
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Best Computer for Video Editing [2021 Guide]
April 17, 2021
Video Editing is one of the most popular things you can do on a Computer or Workstation.
Memory Clock Speeds Comparison on AMD Threadripper (Benchmarks)
April 11, 2021
AMD Threadripper CPUs are the unchallenged King of the High-End Desktop.
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Building the best PC for 3D Animation [2021 Guide]
April 15, 2021
Building the best Computer for Animation requires some specific Hardware Components and just a tiny bit of insight into the inner workings of 2D & 3D Animation Software and how they use your PC’s hardware.
VRAY Benchmark & CPU + GPU Scores (Updated Results)
January 27, 2021
Chaos Group’s V-Ray Benchmark is a widely used tool for benchmarking your Processor and your Graphics Card.
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Best Laptop for Animation [2021 Guide]
January 25, 2021
There are quite some things to consider when looking for the best Laptop for Animation.
Best Computer For Graphic Design
April 15, 2021
As a Graphic Designer, you’ll need an excellent Computer optimized for Graphic Design workloads for a fast and frustration-free work experience.
PC-Builder: Find The Best Parts For Your PC & Workstation
April 21, 2021
Quickly find the best Parts for your PC & Workstation.
Best Workstation Computer for 3D Modeling and Rendering
July 9, 2021
The most interesting thing about looking for a Computer or Workstation for 3D Modeling and Rendering is the fact that 3D Modeling and (CPU) Rendering are two very different use cases.
Cinebench R15 Scores (Updated Results)
April 15, 2021
There’s a newer version of Cinebench Available Here.
Blender Benchmark Results (Updated Scores)
April 11, 2021
The Open Source Digital Content Creation Software Blender is among the most popular 3D-Modeling, -Animation, -Rendering, Video Editing & Compositing Solutions on the market.
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Best CPU For Rendering [2021 Guide]
July 7, 2021
Have you ever wondered what Processor (CPU) is best for rendering?
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Best Workstation Computer For After Effects [2021 Guide]
April 15, 2021
There are quite some factors to consider when building a new PC that is mainly targeted at After Effects use.
Best Hardware for GPU Rendering in Octane – Redshift – Vray (Updated)
May 13, 2021
Graphics Card (GPU) based render engines such as Redshift, Octane, or VRAY have matured quite a bit and are overtaking CPU-based Render-Engines – both in popularity and speed.
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Building the Best Cinema 4D Workstation Computer [2021 Guide]
June 1, 2021
It’s always fun to research new PC-Parts to make your new Workstation or Computer run as fast as possible in your main workloads, such as Cinema 4D, without having to spend an arm and a leg.