Core i3 and Core i5 processors target different performance levels, balancing efficiency, multitasking strength, and processing power to suit everyday use, professional workloads, and varied laptop ...

Just five years ago, debating the merits of a 6-core CPU versus an 8-core model wasn’t possible. We were all stuck with 4-core chips at a consumer level—to break past that barrier, you had to pay ...

Ernie Smith is a former contributor to BizTech, an old-school blogger who specializes in side projects, and a tech history nut who researches vintage operating systems for fun. When it comes to ...

From the moment you decide that your current Intel processor just isn’t up to par and start investigating an upgrade to your current laptop or desktop, you’re often bombarded with technical jargon.

Ernie Smith is a former contributor to BizTech, an old-school blogger who specializes in side projects, and a tech history nut who researches vintage operating systems for fun. The chipmaker Intel ...

I'm a senior analyst charged with testing and reviewing VPNs and other security apps for PCMag. I grew up in the heart of Silicon Valley and have been involved with technology since the 1990s.

Changes are happening across the CPU world, and it appears this is a good thing. We are not experts on the matter, but that doesn’t mean we are not able to explain some of the things that are ...

If you're looking for the best processor for PC gaming and content creation then you have quite a few options from both Intel and AMD right now depending on your budget. However, both companies have ...