We could only get our hands on the Core i5-661 and Core i3-530 models of the new range of Clarkdale processors for this article (see The New Range Explained for more details on these). This meant that ...

Intel’s introduction of the first modern Core processor in 2008 was a major change in direction, and not just because of its break away from the Netburst architecture which powered Pentium 4. The ...

One of the biggest architectural changes introduced by the Core i5 600 series is the 32nm design process. However the CPU and GPU do not belong to the same piece of silicon, rather this Multi-Chip ...

That new architecture means new CPUs, and Intel's introducing a total of 29 new processors, which include different varieties of mobile and desktop Core i3, Core i5, and Core i7 models. The chart ...

Intel claims Sandy Bridge processors are up to 42% faster for content creation and 50% faster in games compared to Westmere-based chips. This is perhaps the single largest performance improvement you ...

Hardcore gamers usually have a dedicated graphics card in their PC, but modern integrated graphics solutions can deliver decent performance in cheaper builds. You won’t play the latest titles in 4K ...

UK Price (as reviewed): Core i5-661: Around £150 (inc VAT), Core i3-530: Around £85 (inc VAT) US Price (as reviewed): Core i5-661: Around $195 (ex tax), Core i3-530: Around $120 (ex tax) As soon as ...