Running a CPU stress test tool is a great way to break in a new processor, test an overclock, see how capable your cooling is, or just make sure your PC is running as well as it should. There are a ...

One of the pillars of good PC custodianship is ensuring all your gear isn't running out of spec, which can cause slowdowns, crashes, and frustration. The chief culprit for something running too hot is ...

Heat is a computer's biggest enemy. Whether you're running one of the top desktop CPUs on the market or using one of the best laptops, it's always important to keep thermals in check. Overheating can ...

The overall performance of a computer system depends on the performance of several of its subsystems, especially the central processing unit itself. Whether you're checking for reliability problems or ...

While it might outlive most components in your PC, a good CPU is expensive, so you'll want to take every step to increase its ...

I have recently finished a new build with a 7700K on Asrock Z270 Gaming-ITX/AC. In trying to tune and overclock the thing, I use HWMonitor to get a feel for the temperatures. I notice something I ...

Here is the revised description with the link and additional text removed: Yesterday KitGuru reviewed the new Zen 5 Ryzen 5 ...

I have a lot of fans in my system... mostly to drown out the whiney cpu fan and hard drives. It actually makes it "feel" quieter.<BR><BR>Anyway I ran prime 95 until the temperatures stabalized. Then ...

We benchmark this six-core Zen 5 CPU in games and applications, with both the 65W and 105W TDP, to see if it can beat the ...

With 3D V-cache, 16 Zen 5 cores, and a peak 5.7GHz clock speed, is this the killer CPU of the moment? We run the benchmarks ...

Wondering how to check the CPU temperature on your computer? Even some of the best laptops are guilty of running hot — and an overworked or failing CPU could be an issue. Learning how to check CPU ...