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

Quad-core technology for the masses.

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

Chip giant unveils new processors as Dell and HP launch quad-core PCs andservers.

Quad core considered too much for the average user.

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

Impressive technology, but increasing cores doesn’t necessarily increase performance.

Performance per watt has taken a backward step, but it’s very fast with the right apps.

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

Future AMD chip leads Intel by 25 per cent, chipmaker boasts.

Company readies Phenom processors to compete with Intel's latest offerings.

Two packages on a chip will help AMD to regain chip lead.

There is only one card in this picture. No, really. Okay, let’s discuss this.

Quad-core makes it powerful and good value at the price. Noise and stability suffer though.

Gamers and enthusiasts rejoice.

Newest Mac Pros offer up to eight processor cores.

The new quad line will go head to head with AMD's triple-core CPUs. Another reason to stick with Intel?

Forthcoming 'Barcelona' chip to outpace Intel by 40 per cent, firm claims.

Forthcoming AMD chip to outpace Intel's by 40 per cent, firm claims.