Shopping for a laptop or desktop? Figuring out which CPU it should have can be the hardest part. Let's take a look at two of Intel's most popular processor lines and unravel the differences. I’m a ...

First, the hardware:<BR><BR>MB: Gigabyte GA-EX58-UD5<BR>CPU: Core i7 920 Nehalem<BR>SD Intel X25-E SLC SATA 32GB<BR>RAM: 12GB (6x2GB) GeIL DDR3 1333<BR>PSU: Fortron Everest 80Plus 700w<BR>GPU: eVGA ...

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. When it comes to ...

Not all Core i7 CPUs are created equal. Is Intel's new flagship Core i7 a laptop must-have, versus the chip one rung down the ladder? Our performance tests help you decide. I’m a managing editor at ...