We've put AMD and Intel’s new processors to the test, and there's one clear winner.

Prepare to say goodbye to the Pentium as we reveal the next generation

A feature-rich SLR at a good price. If you can live with the weight and design quirks, that is

A world first on the desktop, Phenom is good but a long way from outstanding.

This first of a new generation is only a little faster than the old, but its potential is clearly huge

The newest version of Intel’s laptop platform is here. We unveil and test real Santa Rosa hardware.

An expensive board, but a fascintating way of getting a powerful, quiet system, especially if you're prepared to tweak.

Our full guide to saving cash-saving secrets is here, from how to get discounts on PCs, to SIM only phone contracts, the best DSLR cameras deals, and discount licensing from Adobe, Microsoft and others.

Fantastic looks and comprehensive features Lightroom is a winner for improving workflow efficiency.

The aggressive price and Nikon design know-how mean there’s still a place for the D40

In the past, Palm's approach to PDA design has been clear: keep things simple and produce slick devices with adequate specifications for note taking, appointment tracking and contact organisation.

A great combination of new features and the usual Nikon image and build quality make this a superb camera.

We test AMD’s first quad-core processor for both speed and power efficiency

A diverse family including some stellar CPUs and numerous also-rans.

A beautifully tiny computer-on-a-board that you should only consider if you have a specific use in mind

A brilliantly implemented live-view mode and high specs don’t justify the extra price over its sibling

The best image quality of the 22in LCDs, plus it’s elegant and well featured.

The A330 is a competent, fully featured and easy to use DSLR, but a backward step in some respects.

A range of cut-down Core 2 Duo processors that are fine for everyday tasks.

An old standard, but one that still provides decent performance at a great price.