… On the other hand, PC processors are designed for an average lifespan of at least 10 years, meaning the failure rate of CPUs is very low -- apart from manufacturing defects on the part of the manufacturers, as seen with certain models from Intel’s 13th and 14th generations. …
… All of them are getting harder to find, and, of course, more expensive as the "AI" bubble gobbles up manufacturing capacity. According to a new industry report, processors are next in line. …
… "Nor does it prevent retailers from continuing to sell, import, or market router models approved previously through the FCC’s equipment authorization process. …
… A lower temperature, in turn, means that the processor can be pushed harder without overheating. Overclocking is only possible on certain motherboards and with certain processor models. …
… Apple's own design process also benefits them. …
… But when the machine was disassembled and the cooling hardware removed to expose the chip itself, the manufacturing label revealed a 5500U part. …
… Qualcomm appears to have adjusted its design goals for its second-generation processor. It's still quite effective, but I'd still recommend a first-generation Snapdragon X Elite laptop if you're seeking the most power-efficient processor available in the productivity PC space.
If you want to buy a gaming laptop with the latest Intel Core Ultra 200HX processor, choose carefully. Intel is supplying its Core Ultra 200HX processors to manufacturers in waves, according to laptop makers. …
… AI data centers are gobbling up memory manufacturing capacity. …
Traditionally, a laptop's battery life tends to be governed not by the microprocessor inside it, but by the display that you're staring at for hours on end. …