Tag: Performance
All the articles with the tag "Performance".
TweakTown's Updated CPU Cooler Testing Methodology for 2025: A Deep Dive
Published: at 04:50 PMTweakTown's revamped CPU cooler testing methodology abandons fixed wattage testing in favor of temperature deltas and standardized fan speeds to better reflect modern CPU behavior, providing more relevant performance data for consumers.
Intel Promises Performance Boosts of 10-25% with New Laptop GPU Drivers
Published: at 03:59 AMIntel is releasing new GPU drivers for laptops equipped with Arc graphics, claiming 10-25% performance improvements. This boost, achieved through software optimization, will improve gaming and creative application experiences.
Intel's Turbo Cells: A Glimpse into the Future of PC Performance
Published: at 01:53 AMIntel's proposed "Turbo Cells" are a future architecture intended to dynamically boost CPU and GPU performance for burst workloads, providing on-demand processing power for intensive tasks, potentially arriving by 2027.
AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Performance Regression Detected in Linux 6.15
Published: at 02:32 AMA performance regression impacting AMD Ryzen 7000 series CPUs was found in Linux 6.15, particularly with the "performance" cpufreq governor. Kernel developers are working on patches to resolve the issue.
The Shifting Sands of High-End Gaming CPUs: Why Mid-Range Might Be Enough
Published: at 10:12 AMThe article advocates for a shift in focus from high-end CPUs to mid-range options for gaming, arguing that GPU bottlenecks, CPU advancements, game optimization, and price/performance ratios favor investing in a better GPU instead.
Demand for Older Intel CPUs: A Case of Budget and Availability
Published: at 04:03 PMThe article explains the increased demand for older Intel CPUs due to their lower cost and sufficient performance for many users. This highlights the importance of price/performance ratio in consumer tech purchasing decisions.
Intel Acknowledges Disappointing CPU Launches, Promises Improvements
Published: at 03:38 PMIntel acknowledges recent CPU launches have been disappointing, impacting competitiveness. The company is taking steps to address issues like performance per watt and process technology to improve future offerings.
Intel Xeon 200 Series Boosts Linux Performance Across Various Workloads
Published: at 03:29 PMIntel's Xeon 200 "Granite Rapids" series CPUs offer substantial Linux performance gains, primarily due to AVX-512 optimizations. Selecting the correct CPU target during compilation is critical to realize these improvements.
Microsoft Tackles CPU Spikes in Outlook with New Fix
Published: at 01:49 PMMicrosoft has acknowledged and released a fix for high CPU usage issues experienced by Outlook users, particularly during email composition. The fix aims to improve overall performance and address potential causes like add-in conflicts or indexing problems.
Microsoft Fixes CPU Spikes During Outlook Typing
Published: at 01:31 PMMicrosoft released an update addressing high CPU usage spikes that occurred while typing in Outlook, which improves overall performance and user experience. The fix is now being distributed through standard update channels.