http://apcmag.com/ APC Magazine covers the latest in computing with a critical, independent eye to help you make the most of your tech dollar. http://apcmag.com//hp-proliant-microserver-g7-n40l-review.htm http://apcmag.com//hp-proliant-microserver-g7-n40l-review.htm

It doesn’t get any cheaper than this.]]> Tue, 11 Sep 2012 11:16:01 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asus-hd7970-dc2t-3gd5-review.htm http://apcmag.com//asus-hd7970-dc2t-3gd5-review.htm

Aftermarket performance for an affordable price]]> Wed, 29 Aug 2012 10:35:03 +1000 http://apcmag.com//msi-r7970-lightning-review.htm http://apcmag.com//msi-r7970-lightning-review.htm

Another near-perfect display from the world’s premier GPU brand.]]> Thu, 26 Jul 2012 16:14:41 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-in-2012-ivy-bridge-explained.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-in-2012-ivy-bridge-explained.htm

Using Intel’s own phraseology, its upcoming processor is neither a tick (a shrinking process of the previous design) or a tock (a major new architecture): it’s a tick plus.]]> Tue, 20 Mar 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//battlefield-3-beast-pcg4m3r-bf3-hd-pc-review.htm http://apcmag.com//battlefield-3-beast-pcg4m3r-bf3-hd-pc-review.htm

With super high frame rates on a modest budget, this BF3-playing beast lives up to its name.]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:07:25 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-prices-slashed-at-harvey-norman-40-off-all-a-series-notebooks-until-sunday.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-prices-slashed-at-harvey-norman-40-off-all-a-series-notebooks-until-sunday.htm

With the first major retailer special of the year, Harvey Norman has cut 40% off the RRP of AMD A-Series notebooks until January 22.]]> Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:44:20 +1000 http://apcmag.com//budget-bargain-msi-990fxa-gd80-review.htm http://apcmag.com//budget-bargain-msi-990fxa-gd80-review.htm

MSI achieves the high end on a low price.]]> Sat, 14 Jan 2012 15:00:44 +1000 http://apcmag.com//seriously-for-gaming-asrock-fatal1ty-990fx-professional-review.htm http://apcmag.com//seriously-for-gaming-asrock-fatal1ty-990fx-professional-review.htm

Bringing its 'A' game, the ASRock Fatal1ty 990FX Professional offers some serious gaming features for the price.]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//overclocking-centric-with-all-the-bells-and-whistles-asus-crosshair-v-formula-review.htm http://apcmag.com//overclocking-centric-with-all-the-bells-and-whistles-asus-crosshair-v-formula-review.htm

What's red and white and black all over?]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:50:58 +1000 http://apcmag.com//good-choice-for-gamers-gigabyte-990fxa-ud7-review.htm http://apcmag.com//good-choice-for-gamers-gigabyte-990fxa-ud7-review.htm

The core of an extremely capable high-end gaming platform.]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hands-on-with-amds-fx-series-processors.htm http://apcmag.com//hands-on-with-amds-fx-series-processors.htm

The Bulldozer's here, but is AMD's new platform better suited to a future when heavily threaded apps rule?]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//building-a-pc-amd-bulldozer-overclocking-guide.htm http://apcmag.com//building-a-pc-amd-bulldozer-overclocking-guide.htm

Bulldozer is the dream CPU for overclockers. We show you how to push your chip that little bit further.]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hp-pavilion-dm1-3010au-review.htm http://apcmag.com//hp-pavilion-dm1-3010au-review.htm

A notebook in netbook clothing? HP's dm1-3010AU proves the old adage: don't judge a book by its cover.]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//big-possibilities-gigabyte-e350n-usb3-review.htm http://apcmag.com//big-possibilities-gigabyte-e350n-usb3-review.htm

The perfect home server board or roll-your-own NAS? GIGABYTE's take on the E-Series 350 might not be super-powerful, but it's perfect for some uses.]]> Tue, 10 May 2011 09:32:04 +1000 http://apcmag.com//undercutting-excellence-sapphire-radeon-hd-6870.htm http://apcmag.com//undercutting-excellence-sapphire-radeon-hd-6870.htm

Same GPU, same performance, different price. Sapphire's Radeon HD 6870 gets you excellent results for less outlay.]]> Fri, 06 May 2011 09:43:23 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-sensible-option-his-hd-radeon-6870-review.htm http://apcmag.com//the-sensible-option-his-hd-radeon-6870-review.htm

Providing the sweet spot for AMD in terms of price and performance in the $300 region, the HIS HD Radeon 6870 seems to have the competition stitched up.]]> Thu, 05 May 2011 08:57:16 +1000 http://apcmag.com//new-cheaper-sandy-bridge-imacs-start-at-1399-2010-vs-2011-models-compared.htm http://apcmag.com//new-cheaper-sandy-bridge-imacs-start-at-1399-2010-vs-2011-models-compared.htm

Apple updates the iMac with Sandy Bridge CPUs, new graphics options, Thunderbolt connectivity, a FaceTime HD camera and more. We list what's new and compare the major specs.]]> Wed, 04 May 2011 10:38:16 +1000 http://apcmag.com//altech-ariel-g-1055-review-maximum-power-on-a-budget.htm http://apcmag.com//altech-ariel-g-1055-review-maximum-power-on-a-budget.htm

What if you want a high-performance PC for gaming (or just about anything), but you don't want to mortgage your house? Altech has a solution for you with the Ariel G.]]> Thu, 28 Apr 2011 08:46:10 +1000 http://apcmag.com//msi-e350ia-e45-mini-itx-motherboard-review.htm http://apcmag.com//msi-e350ia-e45-mini-itx-motherboard-review.htm

Mini in terms of physical features, maxi in terms of everything else, MSI's take on Fusion could well find a home in your next HTPC.]]> Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:20:20 +1000 http://apcmag.com//slickly-designed-hybrid-sony-vaio-yb-series-review.htm http://apcmag.com//slickly-designed-hybrid-sony-vaio-yb-series-review.htm

Part netbook and part notebook, Sony's new mini straddles a few fences at the affordable end of the ultra-portable spectrum.]]> Tue, 12 Apr 2011 10:58:55 +1000 http://apcmag.com//how-to-make-the-ideal-amd-fusion-home-theatre-pc-for-just-775.htm http://apcmag.com//how-to-make-the-ideal-amd-fusion-home-theatre-pc-for-just-775.htm

So you want to put together a home-theatre PC based on AMD's E-350 processor? We outline the pieces of kit you'll need (and it'll set you back less than $800 all told).]]> Thu, 07 Apr 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-netbook-to-buy-toshiba-nb550d.htm http://apcmag.com//the-netbook-to-buy-toshiba-nb550d.htm

When using a netbook feels like you're using a "real" computer, you know you're onto a winner.]]> Thu, 31 Mar 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amds-fusion-dissected-e-c-and-a-series.htm http://apcmag.com//amds-fusion-dissected-e-c-and-a-series.htm

Nick Race takes the cover off the new high-end low end, as we compare performance and positioning within the Fusion family.]]> Tue, 29 Mar 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-fusion-the-nitty-gritty.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-fusion-the-nitty-gritty.htm

So what exactly is a Fusion APU, what’s getting fused, and what are the advantages to the end user? We have the low-down.]]> Fri, 25 Mar 2011 09:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//inside-fusion-amds-new-apus-take-on-intel.htm http://apcmag.com//inside-fusion-amds-new-apus-take-on-intel.htm

AMD's Fusion Accelerated Processing Units (APUs) are the competition to Intel's Sandy Bridge platform. We take the lid off AMD's pint-sized chips and look inside.]]> Thu, 24 Mar 2011 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//free-your-amd-how-to-overclock-amd-in-5-easy-steps.htm http://apcmag.com//free-your-amd-how-to-overclock-amd-in-5-easy-steps.htm

Is your AMD processor holding out on you? We show you how to make the most of your AMD Phenom II.]]> Mon, 14 Mar 2011 14:33:51 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-radeon-hd-6990-so-its-the-fastest-but-what-does-that-mean.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-radeon-hd-6990-so-its-the-fastest-but-what-does-that-mean.htm

Bennett Ring explains why you really want AMD’s sizzling new graphics monster, the Radeon HD 6990.]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2011 13:44:19 +1000 http://apcmag.com//apple-macbook-pro-2010-vs-2011-models-compared-spec-by-spec.htm http://apcmag.com//apple-macbook-pro-2010-vs-2011-models-compared-spec-by-spec.htm

To assess today's MacBook Pro upgrades from a technical perspective, here we compare the new 2011 MacBook Pros against their 2010 predecessors, blow-by-blow and spec-by-spec.]]> Fri, 25 Feb 2011 18:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//the-top-5-features-of-the-new-sandy-bridge-macbook-pros.htm http://apcmag.com//the-top-5-features-of-the-new-sandy-bridge-macbook-pros.htm

As widely expected, Apple's new fleet of MacBook Pros ship with the latest generation of Intel Core CPUs plus Thunderbolt (aka Light Peak), revamped FaceTime HD cams and lots more.]]> Fri, 25 Feb 2011 12:48:03 +1000 http://apcmag.com//toshiba-launches-the-ultimate-entertainment-netbook.htm http://apcmag.com//toshiba-launches-the-ultimate-entertainment-netbook.htm

If the netbook is to survive it'll need diversity and evolution in its arsenal. Toshiba's NB550D features AMD's C-50 Fusion CPU, and that's where things start to get interesting...]]> Mon, 24 Jan 2011 13:14:50 +1000 http://apcmag.com//gigabyte-890fxa-ud5-review-motherboard-makes-no-compromises.htm http://apcmag.com//gigabyte-890fxa-ud5-review-motherboard-makes-no-compromises.htm

In the market for a feature-rich mobo on the cheap? The 890FXA-UD5 delivers bucketloads of bang for your buck.]]> Wed, 19 Jan 2011 18:01:59 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell-squeezes-out-skinny-inspiron-m101z-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com//dell-squeezes-out-skinny-inspiron-m101z-notebook.htm

With an 11.6 inch screen and optional dal-core AMD Neo silicon, Dell’s $699 Inspiron M101z sits halfway between netbook and notebook...]]> Fri, 06 Aug 2010 02:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//best-ultra-thin-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//best-ultra-thin-notebooks.htm

A new crop of ultra-thin notebooks are bettering netbooks in speed and battery life. We've picked four of the best.]]> Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:10:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-releases-six-core-desktop-cpu-from-a255.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-releases-six-core-desktop-cpu-from-a255.htm

Phenom II X6 ‘Thuban’ superslabs run six cores at 2.8GHz or 3.2GHz, with ‘Turbo Core’ boost to redline at 3.3GHz and 3.6GHz.]]> Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:02:03 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-ups-the-core-count.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-ups-the-core-count.htm

Today’s launch of the Nehalem EX-based Xeon series introduces the chipmaker’s first eight-core processor, and foretells a push beyond quad-core in the mainstream space.]]> Wed, 31 Mar 2010 15:18:57 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-dual-core-athlon-ii-neo-cpu-powers-coming-msi-wind-u250.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-dual-core-athlon-ii-neo-cpu-powers-coming-msi-wind-u250.htm

MSI is set to toss AMD-powered notebook to the wolves.]]> Tue, 30 Mar 2010 04:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//pricing-details-on-amd-thuban-cpus-surface.htm http://apcmag.com//pricing-details-on-amd-thuban-cpus-surface.htm

AMD Thuban CPUs are certainly price to beat Intel's Gulftown parts, but what will the performance gap look like?]]> Tue, 23 Mar 2010 04:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-6-core-thuban-cpu-detials-leak.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-6-core-thuban-cpu-detials-leak.htm

AMD 6-core CPUs likely to offer less performance than Intel parts at a much lower price.]]> Sat, 20 Mar 2010 04:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-offers-detaisl-on-llano-gpucpu-hybrid-for-laptops.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-offers-detaisl-on-llano-gpucpu-hybrid-for-laptops.htm

The CPU side of Llano sounds interesting, hopefully AMD will spill the GPU beans soon.]]> Wed, 10 Feb 2010 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//thinkpad-edge-brings-amd-vision-pro-and-bright-color-to-market.htm http://apcmag.com//thinkpad-edge-brings-amd-vision-pro-and-bright-color-to-market.htm

Lenovo notebook now comes in a color other than black.]]> Wed, 06 Jan 2010 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-cancels-first-gen-larrabee-graphics-processor.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-cancels-first-gen-larrabee-graphics-processor.htm

Citing delays in both the silicon and software, Intel says the multicore x86 graphics superslab is on hold due to a “reset” of the company’s GPU strategy.]]> Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:13:57 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-and-intel-2010-roadmaps-detailed.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-and-intel-2010-roadmaps-detailed.htm

AMD and Intel have big notebook plans for 2010]]> Tue, 08 Dec 2009 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//msi-adds-x430-to-x-slim-notebook-line.htm http://apcmag.com//msi-adds-x430-to-x-slim-notebook-line.htm

MSI shows off new super thin notebook but offers no pricing or availability info.]]> Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-and-intel-settle-antitrust-claims.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-and-intel-settle-antitrust-claims.htm

Intel and AMD reach an agreement in long running legal row.]]> Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//cpu-shipments-up-significantly-for-q3-2009.htm http://apcmag.com//cpu-shipments-up-significantly-for-q3-2009.htm

CPU shipments grow significantly on the backs of small netbook processors.]]> Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hint-of-new-macbook-pro-models-found-in-latest-os-x-build.htm http://apcmag.com//hint-of-new-macbook-pro-models-found-in-latest-os-x-build.htm

New OS X build references two new MacBook Pro models rumored to be a high-end refresh.]]> Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:20:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//kohjinsha-dual-screen-netbook-lands-on-video.htm http://apcmag.com//kohjinsha-dual-screen-netbook-lands-on-video.htm

Dual screen 10.1-inch netbook looks very appealing, but how is it on battery life?]]> Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//asrock-unveils-ion330ht-bd-htpc-nettop-with-blu-ray.htm http://apcmag.com//asrock-unveils-ion330ht-bd-htpc-nettop-with-blu-ray.htm

This small, quiet nettop PC is aimed squarely at your home theatre setup, with BluRay built in, up to 1TB storage, eSATA, high-powered graphics, and more...]]> Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-debuts-us99-quad-core-cpu.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-debuts-us99-quad-core-cpu.htm

With its US$99 Athlon II X4, AMD seeks to change the price-performance ratio for desktop PCs.]]> Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:16:43 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hp-unveils-thin-and-light-pavilion-dm3-notebook-with-amd-and-intel-ulv-chips.htm http://apcmag.com//hp-unveils-thin-and-light-pavilion-dm3-notebook-with-amd-and-intel-ulv-chips.htm

HP’s second-gen ‘thin and light’ 13.3 inch notebook puts a buck each way with your choice of ultra-low voltage processors from Intel and AMD.]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:20:35 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hp-announces-ms200-desktop-pc.htm http://apcmag.com//hp-announces-ms200-desktop-pc.htm

HP's little MS 200 may look like an all-in-one, but isn't -- it's a slickly designed desktop.]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2009 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-takes-it-to-intel-with-new-tigris-notebook-platform.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-takes-it-to-intel-with-new-tigris-notebook-platform.htm

AMD Tigris platform promises low cost and longer battery life.]]> Sat, 12 Sep 2009 06:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-sexy-ferrari-one-notebook.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-sexy-ferrari-one-notebook.htm

Acer Ferrari One commands a price premium to go along with the prancing horse on its lid.]]> Fri, 11 Sep 2009 22:20:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-ditches-processor-and-gpu-brands-for-new-vision-technology-logo.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-ditches-processor-and-gpu-brands-for-new-vision-technology-logo.htm

Chipmaker says that replacing the Athlon, Turion and ATI stickers on PCs with new Vision, Vision Premium and Vision Ultimate will give consumers ‘clarity’...]]> Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:17:43 +1000 http://apcmag.com//compaq-offers-a-pair-of-new-business-essentials-notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//compaq-offers-a-pair-of-new-business-essentials-notebooks.htm

New Compaq notebooks are aimed at businesses on a budget.]]> Mon, 10 Aug 2009 23:26:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-three-low-cost-notebook-options.htm http://apcmag.com//acer-unveils-three-low-cost-notebook-options.htm

New Acer notebooks are cheap and did I mention they were cheap?]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//hp-unveils-new-artist-edition-notebook-for-back-to-school.htm http://apcmag.com//hp-unveils-new-artist-edition-notebook-for-back-to-school.htm

HP's Artist Edition notebook sports yet more hip, generation XYZ artwork for the kids of tomorrow. ]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//toshiba-unveils-new-notebooks-with-discrete-graphics.htm http://apcmag.com//toshiba-unveils-new-notebooks-with-discrete-graphics.htm

New Toshiba notebooks sport ATI Radeon discrete graphics cards and more.]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:40:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-cops-19bn-fine-for-antitrust-action-against-amd.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-cops-19bn-fine-for-antitrust-action-against-amd.htm

EU ruling finds Intel gave CPU rebates plus direct payments to Acer, Dell, HP, Lenovo and NEC to use its processors instead of AMD silicon.]]> Thu, 14 May 2009 00:11:39 +1000 http://apcmag.com//msi-drops-gx633-notebook-.htm http://apcmag.com//msi-drops-gx633-notebook-.htm

Inform Lord Vader his notebook is here.]]> Wed, 06 May 2009 14:02:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//inside-windows-7s-virtual-xp-mode.htm http://apcmag.com//inside-windows-7s-virtual-xp-mode.htm

Microsoft won’t be bundling its virtualised XP Mode with this week’s Windows 7 Release Candidate, but here’s how to get it and what you need to know...]]> Sun, 03 May 2009 19:04:24 +1000 http://apcmag.com//benq-goes-all-in-one-with-nscreen-pcs.htm http://apcmag.com//benq-goes-all-in-one-with-nscreen-pcs.htm

BenQ has outed an all-in-one computer with some amusing advertising.]]> Wed, 29 Apr 2009 10:50:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-plans-12-core-processor-for-early-2010.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-plans-12-core-processor-for-early-2010.htm

AMD’s ambitious roadmap stretches from the six-core ‘Istanbul’ due for a June launch to a 12-core superslab for servers and workstations by next year.]]> Thu, 23 Apr 2009 19:09:23 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel-to-unveil-new-ultra-processor-for-notebooks-and-netbooks-alike.htm http://apcmag.com//intel-to-unveil-new-ultra-processor-for-notebooks-and-netbooks-alike.htm

If you thought the line between netbooks and notebooks was starting to blur, wait until you see Intel’s new Ultra mobile processor.]]> Sat, 11 Apr 2009 00:47:08 +1000 http://apcmag.com//google-reveals-its-secret-servers.htm http://apcmag.com//google-reveals-its-secret-servers.htm

Take a peek at the custom-built hardware behind Google’s search engine, where a fleet of dual-x86 servers are crammed into a fleet of shipping containers]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2009 19:54:14 +1000 http://apcmag.com//roundup-windows-still-hot-for-games.htm http://apcmag.com//roundup-windows-still-hot-for-games.htm

Despite all the console hype, it seems PC gaming is doing just fine, thank you and Windows 7 looks to bring gamers up to date, while hardware upgrades may go the way of the dodo. ]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-lawyer-claims-intel-wants-them-dead.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-lawyer-claims-intel-wants-them-dead.htm

Companies will constantly battle over patent issues, agreement breaches, and anything which allows them to collect a higher profit. This time it is Intel and AMD.]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2009 16:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd-updates-catalyst-drivers-for-windows-7.htm http://apcmag.com//amd-updates-catalyst-drivers-for-windows-7.htm

Been holding off trying out Windows 7 because you're worried about games performance from your ATI/AMD GPU? You can now breathe easy.]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2009 22:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel_preps_core_2_duo_ultra.htm http://apcmag.com//intel_preps_core_2_duo_ultra.htm

Cut-down and cut-priced Core 2 Duo set to bring MacBook Air-style notebooks to the Windows mainstream.]]> Tue, 13 Jan 2009 14:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dell_launches_10_inch_netbook_reveals_macbook_air_killer.htm http://apcmag.com//dell_launches_10_inch_netbook_reveals_macbook_air_killer.htm

High-spec Inspiron Mini 10 netbook boasts multitouch, inbuilt GPS, 3G and even a digital TV tuner, while the slim stylish Adamo takes on the MacBook Air.]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd_aims_new_neo_processor_at_thinandlight_ultraportables.htm http://apcmag.com//amd_aims_new_neo_processor_at_thinandlight_ultraportables.htm

What’s bigger than a netbook but slimmer than most notebooks? AMD wants the answer to be a fleet of new ultra-portables built around its Neo processor and ATI Radeon graphics.]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd_first_to_market_with_nextgen_server_cpus.htm http://apcmag.com//amd_first_to_market_with_nextgen_server_cpus.htm

AMD is planning to gatecrash Intel's Nehalem party with a performance-beating CPU]]> Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//opteron_faster_than_intel_xeon_for_web_servers.htm http://apcmag.com//opteron_faster_than_intel_xeon_for_web_servers.htm

In a result which will cause arch-rival Intel much anguish, AMD has taken pole position in the key web serving speed benchmark.]]> Thu, 31 Jul 2008 12:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//while_nvidia_unveils_its_new_powerhouse_amd_redefines_the_meaning_of_lame_pr.htm http://apcmag.com//while_nvidia_unveils_its_new_powerhouse_amd_redefines_the_meaning_of_lame_pr.htm

Sick of sitting there while iTunes encodes your torrented videos to Apple's H.264 format for your iPod? The latest NVIDIA cards will dramatically speed this process up.]]> Mon, 23 Jun 2008 11:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//computex_2008__graphics_gossip.htm http://apcmag.com//computex_2008__graphics_gossip.htm

Computex Taiwan | With AMD and NVIDIA both making major announcements in the coming weeks, your current high-end graphics card is about to get old rather quickly.]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 17:00:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//intel_preps_atom_for_launch_next_month.htm http://apcmag.com//intel_preps_atom_for_launch_next_month.htm

Atom hits the catwalk at next week’s Computex, but AMD and VIA plan to crash the party.]]> Mon, 26 May 2008 06:30:00 +1000 http://apcmag.com//creative_amd_nosedive_in_latest_hardware_survey.htm http://apcmag.com//creative_amd_nosedive_in_latest_hardware_survey.htm

Creative and AMD/ATI are the big losers in the latest Steam survey of gamers' hardware rigs.]]> Sun, 18 May 2008 18:30:26 +1000 http://apcmag.com//acer_aspire_3200_affordable_quadcore_with_good_value_specs.htm http://apcmag.com//acer_aspire_3200_affordable_quadcore_with_good_value_specs.htm

This good-value quad-core is the answer to the dreaded question that inevitably comes your way as your extended family's PC advisor... which PC should I buy?]]> Thu, 15 May 2008 23:02:19 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd_explains_its_strategy_for_coming_back.htm http://apcmag.com//amd_explains_its_strategy_for_coming_back.htm

Where does AMD fit in a world where Intel has the top performing CPUs? Very snugly, as it turns out. AMD's communications chief, Chris Hook answered APC's questions.]]> Wed, 14 May 2008 23:10:55 +1000 http://apcmag.com//dont_count_on_nvidia_or_intel_for_bluray_says_amd.htm http://apcmag.com//dont_count_on_nvidia_or_intel_for_bluray_says_amd.htm

Unless you like movies played back "slideshow" style rather than moving video style, you should avoid buying Intel or NVIDIA graphics chipsets, alleges AMD.]]> Mon, 12 May 2008 10:56:59 +1000 http://apcmag.com//amd_puma_pads_softly_into_100_notebooks.htm http://apcmag.com//amd_puma_pads_softly_into_100_notebooks.htm

AMD's new notebook platform is nearly ready to pounce on Intel, with some amazing capabilities built in.]]> Mon, 05 May 2008 18:23:46 +1000 http://apcmag.com//an_htpc_with_great_graphics.htm http://apcmag.com//an_htpc_with_great_graphics.htm

This little beauty from Shuttle fits in its “Glamour” range of SFF PCs, but we don’t see it.]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2008 12:38:11 +1000