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What Ever Happened to Microsoft Encarta? Encyclopedia on a CD-ROM
In the 1990s, the internet was smaller, slower, and harder to search. If you wanted to learn basic facts about a topic, what would you do? You could get a physical encyclopedia. Thankfully, there was one more option.
GeForce RTX 4070 vs. RTX 2070: Worthy Upgrade or Not?
We dust off the old GeForce RTX 2070 to see how it holds up against the newer RTX 4070. Of course, the idea is to measure how much faster the new GPU is, and is it a viable upgrade after 5 years?
The Inner Workings of PCI Express: How Hardware Works
PCI Express has been around for 20 years, and with no sign of it being replaced any time soon, we dive into the technology to see what makes it so special.
Testing GeForce Now Ultimate RTX 4080 Tier
Nvidia has upgraded its cloud gaming service to RTX 4080-level hardware for the Ultimate tier offering substantial performance improvements. So, GeForce Now or GeForce Later?
How to Use Midjourney to Create AI Images
AI image generators are hot news, so it takes something special to stand out in the crowd. Midjourney is among the best, read on to find out why and how to use it. We've updated our guide with new samples and a showcase of v5.1 capabilities.
GeForce RTX 4070 vs. 4070 Ti: $600 or $800 GPU Upgrade
Here's an extensive benchmark session comparing the new GeForce RTX 4070 with its more formal tie-wearing sibling, the RTX 4070 Ti, to determine whether the Ti is worth the extra $200.
50 Years of Video Games, Part 2: The Rise of 3D, the Gaming PC, and Online Multiplayer
From the mid-90s to the early years of the millennium, video games underwent a paradigm shift in graphics, treating us to some of the most classic titles of all time.
Why Are Modern PC Games Using So Much VRAM?
With the best graphics cards now sporting more RAM than an average PC, we look at just why games are using ever more video memory to create all the visual effects.
When 2013-era graphics produce 2023-era memory loads
Guide to AMD Ryzen 7000 Motherboard Chipsets
When selecting a motherboard for your new Ryzen 7000 CPU, you will encounter three main options: X670, B650, and A620. But what are the differences, and what's the deal with X670E and B650E boards? Which should you choose for your system? This guide will provide all the answers and more.
The Best 1440p Gaming Monitors: 1H 2023
Gaming monitors at 1440p remain the sweet spot for those who don't need to spend a ton of money to play at high refresh rates. With recommendations across six categories there's plenty to choose from.
GeForce RTX 3080 vs. Radeon RX 6800 XT: 2023 Revisit
Today we're revisiting the battle between the most reasonable previous-gen high-end GPUs: the AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 10GB, in 50 games at 1440p and 4K.
How USB Works: From 'Plug and Pray' to Being Everywhere
Connecting and powering our everyday gadgets and peripherals, USB is everywhere, but how does it work? Learn about its inner workings and how the USB port has managed to survive for so long.
Can DLSS Render "Better Than Native" Graphics?
We often hear people say that DLSS can deliver "better than native" image quality, giving gamers not only a performance boost but superior visuals. Let's find out if this is at all true.
GPU Pricing Update, April 2023: Is the Nvidia RTX 4070 Another Flop?
It's that time of the month when we look at the GPU market and see what's been happening. The big news for April is the launch of Nvidia's GeForce RTX 4070, which has been met with mixed reviews overall.
TechSpot PC Buying Guide: 1H 2023
How has the PC market evolved in the past few months for builders and gamers alike? Our PC Buying Guide includes four recommended component lists, meant for different budgets and purposes.
8GB VRAM vs. 16GB VRAM: RTX 3070 vs. Radeon 6800
PC gamers have been hearing a lot about VRAM as of late, a topic that has stirred up a ton of controversy. Here's a new GPU shootout for testing VRAM usage in recently released games.
How To Measure Your PC's Power Consumption
Modern computers have components that require lots of power and given that this all costs money, here's our guide to measuring how much energy your PC uses.
Save Any Web Page as an Image or PDF
Ever read a web page and wanted to keep it offline to study later? Read on and you'll be saving web pages as PDFs and images in no time at all.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Review: $600 Mid-Range is Here
Nvidia's GeForce RTX 4070 release has been highly anticipated for its potential of bringing the newer generation to a new low price point and we're happy to report that in that sense it does deliver.
Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 34" Review
The Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 is the most interesting QD-OLED we've seen since the Alienware AW3423DW. Samsung have made a clear effort to make the Odyssey OLED G8 stand out from the crowd.
The Best Desktop PCs: Best Value, Gaming, All-In-One and More
When buying a new desktop PC you have two main options: build one yourself or buy a "pre-built." Pre-builts definitely make sense in some cases, and if so, this guide picks the best ones for you.
Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 Laptop Review: RTX 4090 Meets Ryzen 9
Flagship laptops are like supercars: fun, fast and eye-catching, but with pricing that puts them out of reach of most people and features that many of us won't ever need. The Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo is a prime example of that.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D Review: Gaming Efficiency FTW!
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is the Zen 4 3D V-Cache CPU that gamers should all be interested in, it's fast and extremely power efficient. Moreover, at $450 the 7800X3D is just $50 more than the 7700X.
AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT vs. Radeon RX 6800 XT
Today we're comparing AMD's best value high-end GPU from the previous generation, the Radeon RX 6800 XT, to the new Radeon RX 7900 XT, which offers decent value after receiving a price cut to $800.