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Sarfraz Khan

Hardware Reporter

Sarfraz Khan is a hardware reporter with a focus on PC components and the builder community. With years of experience writing about PC hardware and laptops, his work has been featured on several reputable technology publications.

Sarfraz's hands-on experience is demonstrated through his first-person accounts of using and comparing different hardware configurations, providing practical and relatable insights for everyday users. His technical analysis is respected by peers in the enthusiast community and has been cited by specialized hardware sites such as Germany's Igor's Lab.

Joined July 2024 2114 articles

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AMD Ryzen 5 box labeled 7500X3D displayed against a red background.

AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D Reportedly In The Making; Another Budget 6-Core Zen 4 X3D Chip

Looks like AMD won't discontinue the Zen 4 lineup any time soon and is keen to bring more X3D chips for the budget segment. Ryzen 5 7500X3D Spotted on a UK Distributor; Will AMD Launch Worldwide at CES? The Zen 4 lineup just got another addition as the prominent leaker @momomo_us spotted a new Ryzen 7000X3D CPU on a UK distributor called West Coast. The CPU page reveals a new SKU model name and a new product code, suggesting that AMD is going to expand the Ryzen 7000 lineup even further. As you can see from the screenshot, it's the […]

2 min read Oct 26, 2025
AMD Ryzen 9000 vs 7000 series processor boxes with AMD 3D V-Cache text on gradient hexagon background.

9800X3D vs 7800X3D vs 9850X3D: Best AMD Gaming CPU Comparison & Benchmarks (2026)

A lot of enthusiasts may not be thinking twice when it comes to achieving the highest possible frame rates, and this is why the Ryzen 7 9800X3D remains the top seller on most retailers. The processor launched last year, roughly one and a half years after the 7800X3D hit the retail shelves, and you may have already seen its terrific gaming performance, taking the "best gaming CPU" title from the 7800X3D. With newer architecture and crucial changes in the die design, the Ryzen 9800X3D always tops the charts, no matter what game benchmarks you look at. However, the Ryzen 7 […]

9 min read Oct 26, 2025
Intel Core processor on a vibrant digital background, showcasing advanced technology and innovation.

Intel’s Patent For Software Defined Super Cores Reveals Company’s Approach To Boost Single-Threaded Performance

The latest Intel patent EP4579444A1 shows how Intel is aiming for improved single-core performance without relying on just hardware scaling. Intel Files Patent For Software Defined Super Cores; Smaller Cores Work Together as a Bigger Super Core to Enhance Single-Threaded Performance Intel's latest patent shows that the company wants to improve the single-threaded performance of its CPUs in a way that doesn't require it to scale the hardware. Traditionally, large cores are deployed in a CPU, which have their limits. A single very large core may have diminishing returns, and instead of relying on smaller process nodes and higher frequencies, […]

2 min read Aug 30, 2025

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MSI Charged A Customer For A Bent-Pin Repair, Then Returned The Motherboard With Another Pin Still Bent; Apologizes Later

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AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D Outsells Ryzen 7 7800X3D For The Same Price On Amazon Despite Being Weaker

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NVIDIA Announces Gears Of War-Inspired RTX 5080 Founders Edition Giveaway

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NVIDIA RTX 50 Series Hotspot Temperature Readings Are Back Through HWMonitor Utility

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AMD’s 10th Anniversary Ryzen 7 5800X3D Effectively Drops Below $300 As Newegg Bundles A Free Cooler

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