Stress testing your CPU is a great way to ensure that your overclock is stable, check that your cooling is powerful enough, or run in some new heat paste that you've applied to your processor. But ...

To check computer speed boost clocks, use CPU-Z (Windows) or Intel Power Gadget (Mac). This article explains how to check the base clock speed and computer speed boost clocks on Windows and Mac ...

Since 1983, PCWorld has been testing PCs, and while we made the jump from paper to digital years ago, our mission remains the same: We’re here to help you make better choices about your PC hardware ...

The number of misconceptions in the tech world can be overwhelming, but few are more frustrating than those surrounding low-resolution CPU benchmarks. We think those take the cake, but we'll admit ...

In this piece, I explain with data why when testing a CPU's gaming prowess, we pair powerful flagship tier graphics cards, like an RTX 4090, and run them at lower resolutions like 1080p or 720p. For ...

PC bottleneck detection helps pinpoint which component limits performance when games stutter, apps lag, or multitasking feels sluggish. Many slow PC diagnosis issues surface through simple observation ...

Here’s how all the mobile chipsets from the last two and a half years stack up. The gap between smartphone chips in 2026 is ...

For years now, we've invested a good chunk of time and energy trying to educate gamers on how and why CPU testing is done the way it is. We know those of you who already understand are probably sick ...

Unlike other benchmarks like Cinebench or Geekbench, all SPEC CPU versions do not contain a ready-made installation file. The responsible consortium provides the source code, which testers must ...

When Apple announced the first three chips in its M3 processor family, the M3 Pro immediately stood out. Not because it was a huge leap over the prior generation, but because it was the first time we ...