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Video Transcoding Shootout--CPU vs. Nvidia vs. ATI

Cyberlink's MediaShow Espresso video transcoding app supports ATI Stream, CUDA, and CPU optimizations. We pit them against each other in a transcoding showdown.

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Upgrading a Graphics Card: 20 Must-Know Tips

Instead of rehashing another how-to, we present 20 tried-and-true graphics card tips that will transform you from guppy to guru.

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A Pair of Overclocked Radeon HD 4890 Cards

When AMD shipped the Radeon HD 4890, they promised lots of overclocking headroom. Diamond and XFX take them up on it.

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Killer Xeno Pro Gaming Network Card Review

The "gaming network card" is back in an enhanced PCIe version. Is it better the second time around?

Battle of the Budget Gaming Graphics Cards

We examine a big batch of graphics cards, all under $250 and many under $150. What's the best bet for gaming on a budget?

Radeon HD 4770--The First 40nm Desktop GPU

Thanks to a new 40nm manufacturing process and GDDR5, ATI manages to bring a lot of performance to the sub-$100 price point.

Four Nvidia GT 200 Graphics Card Reviewed

We review a range of Nvidia high-end cards, varying in price, clock rates, and feature set. Which is best for you?

Radeon HD 4890 and GeForce GTX 275 Graphics Card Reviewed

Spring brings with it a pair of new graphics cards based on prior technologies. Which new card gives you more bang for your buck?

The GPU-CPU Balancing Act--SLI on X58

Does adding a second or third graphics card improve your gaming experience? Does SLI benefit those with slower CPUs? Let's find out.

Adobe Premiere Pro CS4 the Wrong Way

It was a simple project, probably best done with simple tools. So naturally Loyd turns to professional applications to get the job done.

PhysX in Mirror's Edge

Mirror's Edge is the first major AAA game to ship with GPU-accelerated PhysX. Does it really add to the game? And at what cost?

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