How hot is too hot for a CPU? – Processor Temperature Guide
December 12, 2021
How hot is too hot for a CPU?
Processor (CPU)
APU vs CPU – Differences, Benefits and Drawbacks
November 19, 2021
Have you ever wondered what the difference between an Accelerated Processing Unit (APU) is compared to a Central Processing Unit (CPU)?
P-Cores vs E-Cores & Intel’s New CPUs
January 10, 2022
The idea of having different kinds of processor cores on the same CPU package isn’t a new one by any means.
CPU Cores vs. Logical Processors & Threads
November 2, 2021
There’s so much to take into account when looking for a CPU.
CPU Base Clocks vs Boost Clocks – What are they and what are the differences?
September 22, 2021
Gone are the days when CPUs had fixed clock speeds, and comparing different models from various manufacturers was as easy as ranking them by their frequency.
Troubleshooting MSI EZ Debug LEDs: Everything You need to know
November 9, 2021
MSI’s EZ debug LEDs might seem like a trivial feature when purchasing a new motherboard, but it can save you hours when troubleshooting in case something does go wrong.
How to Combine the Processing Power of Two (or more) Computers
November 9, 2021
What’s faster than one PC?
Can You Use Nvidia GPUs with an AMD CPU?
November 9, 2021
AMD is the only PC component manufacturer that builds both CPUs and dedicated graphics cards for the mainstream PC market.
Server vs. Desktop CPUs: What are the differences?
November 8, 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?
November 8, 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)
November 8, 2021
Building a new PC can be a daunting task, but this experience can also be very exciting.
Do You need a CPU Cooler? All cases where you’ll need a CPU Cooler explained.
November 8, 2021
Whether you need a CPU Cooler or not might seem like a bit of an obvious question to some, but it can certainly be confusing to newcomers.
How to fix bent Pins on a CPU and Motherboard (LGA & PGA)
October 2, 2021
Bent pins can cause a variety of peculiarities.
Where to buy PC-Parts, CPUs & Graphics Cards in your Country
October 2, 2021
Well, it’s 2021, and stock issues still plague buyers worldwide.
How to upgrade your PC (Beginner’s Guide)
October 2, 2021
Upgrading your system is an exciting experience that comes with a lot of benefits:
How to check your PC’s Specs (CPU, GPU, RAM, Storage & More)
December 18, 2021
There are many reasons why you would want to check your PC’s specs.
AMD Ryzen 5000 Series Review for Content Creators – Goodbye Competition
January 7, 2022
AMD released its newest range of Ryzen 5000 Series CPUs on October 8th.
LGA vs. PGA Sockets – Benefits & Drawbacks
August 31, 2021
If you’ve ever shopped for processors and motherboards, you might’ve encountered words and terms like ‘sockets,’ ‘LGA1200,’ and so on.
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:
The AMD Threadripper 3990X Review for Content Creators
October 5, 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
October 5, 2021
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.
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Best Motherboards for i9 9900k, i7 9700k [Intel 9th Gen CPUs]
July 31, 2021
Intel’s consumer CPUs have always remained a step ahead of their AMD counterparts when it comes to single-thread performance.
Best CPU Coolers for AMD Ryzen Threadripper CPUs (Review Roundup)
October 15, 2021
AMD’s Threadripper CPUs were designed to deliver incredible performance at shockingly low prices.
Intel Core vs AMD Ryzen CPUs in 2022 (Benchmarks & Comparison)
January 7, 2022
With the launch of Ryzen 5000 CPUs (5950X, 5900X, 5800X, and 5600X), AMD surpassed even Intel’s most premium offerings in 2020.
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
July 31, 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)
November 1, 2021
There’s a newer version of Cinebench Available Here.
Parts Needed to Build a PC (Computer Parts List & Explanation)
December 20, 2021
What Computer Parts do you need to build a PC, you ask?
VRAY Benchmark & CPU + GPU Scores (Updated Results)
October 5, 2021
Chaos Group’s V-Ray Benchmark is a widely used tool for benchmarking your Processor and your Graphics Card.
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
December 19, 2021
The most interesting thing you’ll come across when looking for a Computer or Workstation for 3D Modeling and Rendering is that 3D Modeling and (CPU) Rendering are two very different workloads.
Cinebench R15 Scores (Updated Results)
November 28, 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 [2022 Guide]
January 4, 2022
Have you ever wondered what Processor (CPU) is best for rendering?
Best Hardware for GPU Rendering in Octane – Redshift – Vray (Updated)
October 5, 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.