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Windows 11’s 25H2 enablement update does not deliver the raw CPU throughput improvements some hoped for, and in a focused, no‑games head‑to‑head on high‑core Zen‑5 hardware modern Linux snapshots (running Linux 6.16/6.17 series kernels) retain a measurable lead in multi‑threaded, creator‑style...

Phoronix’s side‑by‑side testing of the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X and the 9950X3D across Windows 11 (25H2) and Ubuntu Linux snapshots delivers a clear, actionable snapshot: for heavy, CPU‑bound creator workloads on Zen‑5 silicon, a modern Linux kernel and toolchain still tend to extract more throughput...

Microsoft’s new handheld-focused Windows 11 “Xbox full‑screen” experience — the controller‑first launcher being trialed on the ROG Xbox Ally family — can be shoehorned onto older hardware like the original ASUS ROG Ally, and the early hands‑on results make clear where the performance wins...

Early benchmark data shows Ubuntu 25.10 holding a measurable advantage over Microsoft’s Windows 11 25H2 in CPU‑heavy workloads on a high‑end AMD Ryzen 9 9950X testbed, with Phoronix’s first‑look geomean numbers pointing to roughly a ~15% edge for the Linux build in this specific profile...

A fresh round of cross‑platform testing shows Ubuntu 25.10 pulling ahead of Windows 11 (version 25H2, preview) in heavily multi‑threaded workloads on AMD’s Ryzen 9 9950X, underscoring persistent differences in how Linux and Windows extract performance from modern Zen‑5 silicon. Background The...

Microsoft’s latest preview releases reveal a clear — and continuing — pattern: on identical high-end hardware, Ubuntu 25.10 is holding or extending Linux’s multi-threaded lead while Windows 11 25H2 remains highly competitive in single-threaded and platform-specific workloads, particularly where...

The first hands-on benchmarks for the ROG Xbox Ally X suggest ASUS and Microsoft’s high-end handheld may have hit a rare sweet spot: substantial generational GPU gains, sensible power draw, and cooling that keeps temperatures well below what many larger devices produce under stress. Background...

Microsoft and ASUS have set a firm calendar for the next chapter of handheld PC gaming: the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X will arrive in stores on October 16, 2025, and launch alongside a new Handheld Compatibility Program designed to classify and optimize thousands of PC games for true...

Microsoft's approaching end-of-support for Windows 10 has sharpened a question many users have been postponing for years: beyond security and features, does moving to Windows 11 deliver a measurable, real-world performance win — or could the upgrade cost you frames, responsiveness, or workflow...

AMD’s new Ryzen 7 9700X arrived with a headline-grabbing claim — that Zen 5 would overtake Intel’s Core i7-14700K in gaming — but real-world testing, Windows patches, BIOS updates and power measurements have turned that simple story into a complex one about test methodology, OS-level branch...

Small businesses and edge deployments have long sought a combination of performance, cost-effectiveness, and robust security in their server solutions. AMD's unveiling of the Zen 5-based EPYC 4005-series processors represents a distinct leap forward for these market segments, not only because of...

AMD’s latest announcement around its Zen 5-based Ryzen 9000X3D CPUs has stirred considerable interest across the PC hardware enthusiast community. With the launch wave for these innovative processors expanding, including new technical details for the 12-core Ryzen 9 9900X3D and performance...

In an exciting development for gamers and PC enthusiasts, Microsoft has rolled out enhancements to Ryzen CPU performance with a new update for Windows 11. AMD announced collaboration with Microsoft to optimize Ryzen CPU performance, initially intended for a future major update (24H2) scheduled...

Recently, AMD has made headlines by releasing a new optional update for Windows 11 that especially enhances the gaming performance of its Ryzen CPUs. This update, designated as KB5041587, delivers a significant performance boost, particularly for Ryzen 5, 7, and 9 processors under the Zen 3, Zen...

In an exciting development for gamers using Ryzen CPUs, Microsoft has announced a new update for Windows 11, specifically version 23H2. This update, identified as KB5041587, brings significant improvements in gaming performance for Ryzen users, with some reports indicating a potential boost of...

In a recent development within the tech community, AMD's efforts in launching its latest Ryzen 9000 series, powered by the "Zen 5" architecture, have been overshadowed by a wave of skepticism, primarily focusing on compatibility issues with Windows 11. The anticipation was high, but the results...

In a recent turn of events, the enhancements brought forth by Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 update have made a notable impact on the performance of AMD's Ryzen 9000 series (Zen 5) and Ryzen 7000 series (Zen 4) processors. Users and enthusiasts are keenly observing these improvements, which seem to...

Recently, AMD has reported substantial performance improvements for its Ryzen 9000 “Zen 5” and Ryzen 7000 “Zen 4” CPUs, linked to the newly released Windows 11 “24H2” update. This update appears to address past criticisms regarding the capabilities of these processors, especially in gaming...

Recently, AMD revealed that they are collaborating with Microsoft on the upcoming major update for Windows 11, which is set to enhance the performance of their next-generation Zen 5 processors. This announcement comes on the heels of AMD's earlier unveiling of the Zen 5 generation, which...

AMD has exciting news for Windows users as the company announces a collaboration with Microsoft aimed at enhancing the performance of its new Zen 5 CPUs specifically within Windows environments. Set for release alongside the Windows 11 version 24H2 update, this upgrade is anticipated to include...