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What Does GHz Mean On A CPU? (And Is Higher Better?)

staff@slashgear.com (Simon Rockman) — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 14:15:20 +0000

CPU speeds are measured in GHz, but they don't tell the full story of a processor's performance, multi-tasking capability, and other computing features.

5 Best MSI Motherboards For Gamers

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:15:36 +0000

A gaming PC needs to have the most powerful and effective components you can find on the market, and these five motherboards stand above the rest.

Can You Pair An AMD CPU With An NVIDIA GPU?

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 21:15:38 +0000

If you're building your own PC and are considering which parts to get, you may have been worried about incompatibility between your CPU and GPU.

What Do The Numbers And Letters Mean On Intel Processors?

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 11:15:32 +0000

Even though Intel Processor names feel like a language within themselves, understanding the basics makes identifying the CPUs much easier.

What Is An eGPU And Does Your Computer Need One?

staff@slashgear.com (Shane Schmid) — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 15:15:51 +0000

If you want to use a better GPU with your laptop, an eGPU may be the solution, but is it worth the investment to use a modern graphics card with a laptop?

What Does U, H, HS, And HX Mean In AMD Processors?

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 16:00:45 +0000

If you're a gamer looking to build your next rig, you've probably looked into AMD's Ryzen line and gotten confused. Here's how to read their names.

How To Choose The Right Liquid Cooling Kit For Your PC In 2024

staff@slashgear.com (Brad Hill) — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 15:15:36 +0000

If you're building a new PC in 2024, consider the right kind of liquid cooling kit to keep the machine running at safe and efficient temperatures.

5 Reasons Your Intel Processor May Experience Overheating Issues

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Sun, 25 Aug 2024 09:15:07 +0000

While any computer can experience processor overheating, most of the reasons are easy to check. Here's five causes that might affect your Intel processor.

Intel Processor Issues: What To Know About Gen 13 & 14 Raptor Lake CPU Problems

staff@slashgear.com (Cody D. Campbell) — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 10:15:54 +0000

Intel's 13th and 14th generation Raptor Lake processors have had reports of crashing from buyers. Intel has responded, but the issue isn't solved yet.

5 Creative Uses For An Xbox Controller

staff@slashgear.com (Daniel Trock) — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 14:15:36 +0000

More than 20 years ago, Microsoft released software that allowed Xbox controllers to work with PCs. Now, they're used for a lot more than gaming.

5 Of The Best DDR5 RAM Kits For Gaming In 2024

staff@slashgear.com (Abhinav Lal) — Tue, 23 Jul 2024 17:15:32 +0000

An important component of a great gaming computer is the RAM. Here are five of the best DDR5 RAM kits to keep you at the top of your game.

Does Your Raspberry Pi Need A Fan? Here's How Much Heat It Can Handle

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Sat, 13 Jul 2024 15:00:45 +0000

Raspberry Pi single-board-computers are great for a lot of different tasks. Sometimes, they need more help staying cool though. Here's how to tell.

Why Do SSD Prices Keep Going Up (And When Will They Come Down)?

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 14:45:21 +0000

SSDs are in demand for advanced technologies, but that's not the only reason why prices have surged. We've got the details for you here.

What Do The Red And Green Lights Mean On A Raspberry Pi?

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Brown) — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 15:15:06 +0000

The Raspberry Pi contains two LED lights: one red and one green. What exactly is each light's function and purpose, and what does the number of flashes mean?

Can Raspberry Pi 5 Run An Xbox Emulator? Here's What We Know

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Sun, 07 Jul 2024 14:15:14 +0000

Raspberry Pi computers are popular for playing retro and classic games, but these devices have limitations. It turns out running the Xbox is tricky.

How To Fix The 'Windows Was Unable To Complete The Format' Error

staff@slashgear.com (Pranav Bhardwaj) — Sun, 07 Jul 2024 13:45:23 +0000

Typically, setting up a USB disk or SD Card on Windows is easy. But, every once in a while, you run into trouble. Here's some ways to fix it.

6 Things You Can Do With The New Raspberry Pi AI Kit

staff@slashgear.com (Cody D. Campbell) — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 13:15:29 +0000

Raspberry Pi's new AI kit offers has tons of promise. While projects are just starting to integrate its tech, here are some of the key features they'll use.

6 Of The Best Arduino Nano Projects To Build In 2024

staff@slashgear.com (Marinel Sigue) — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 16:15:12 +0000

There are a lot of fun Arduino projects that you can accomplish with the company's nearly $25 boards.

5 Things You Can Build With Raspberry Pi Zero

staff@slashgear.com (David Bixenspan) — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 10:15:22 +0000

The Raspberry Pi made its name as a powerful and affordable computer. At $10, the entry-level Raspberry Pi Zero is great for DIY, even if it can't do as much.

Raspberry Pi Zero Vs. Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W: What's The Difference?

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Brown) — Sat, 01 Jun 2024 23:15:00 +0000

The Raspberry Pi Zero and Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W may be similar in size, but they have fundamental differences worth considering before starting a project.