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How much RAM do you actually need in 2025? I broke it down for Windows and Mac users

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways RAM is an important hardware resource that allows a computer to perform optimally and at fast speeds. Escalating computing demands have made 16GB of RAM the new standard for PCs and laptops if they are to continue performing at their best. Even then, 16GB of memory may not be enough for certain users, so it's important to know when to upgrade. I used to struggle when shopping for a new computer. Ove

Apple's Mac mini M4 is back on sale for $499

Buying a computer, especially one from Apple, is typically going to cost you a pretty penny. So sales are critical for getting all the devices we want. Right now, we're looking at the Apple 2024 Mac mini M4, which is down to $499 from $599. The 17 percent discount gets you a model with 16GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD. We gave the Mac mini M4 a 90 in our review thanks to features like its small design but very fast performance. Seriously, it's less than half the size of its predecessor. It also off

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Bought an Ampere Altra System

In the hunt for a development machine, I got to the next phase. I did some shopping, and there it is: my own Ampere Altra-based system. Why? As you may have read in my previous post, I used several AArch64 systems for local development. And the latest one, an Apple MacBook Pro, is nice and fast but has some limits — does not support 64k page size. Which I need for my work. Let’s go cheap So I have decided to buy myself an Ampere Altra system. As cheap as possible. AArch64 server parts The

Apple's Mac mini M4 drops to a new record-low price

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . A new computer is a big purchase, no matter how you slice it. But if you can get your next machine at a discount, all the better. Those looking for a new desktop have a solid deal to consider right now on Apple's M4 Mac mini, which is down to a record-low price of $469. That price wil

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AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT PCIe Benchmark: 8GB vs. 16GB

On store shelves, AMD's Radeon RX 9060 XT looks like a compelling option for gamers. It's affordable, backed by a trusted brand, and appears well-equipped for modern gaming. But there's a catch: the 8GB version is severely constrained by its limited video memory – a technical bottleneck that may not show up in standard benchmarks. That missing memory turns the 8GB model into a ticking time bomb for gamers hoping to future-proof their rigs. The 8GB RX 9060 XT is marketed under the same name as t

AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT PCIe Comparison: 8GB vs. 16GB

On store shelves, AMD's Radeon RX 9060 XT looks like a compelling option for gamers. It's affordable, backed by a trusted brand, and appears well-equipped for modern gaming. But there's a catch: the 8GB version is severely constrained by its limited video memory – a technical bottleneck that may not show up in standard benchmarks. That missing memory turns the 8GB model into a ticking time bomb for gamers hoping to future-proof their rigs. The 8GB RX 9060 XT is marketed under the same name as t

AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT PCIe Comparison: 8GB vs. 16GB

On store shelves, AMD's Radeon RX 9060 XT looks like a compelling option for gamers. It's affordable, backed by a trusted brand, and appears well-equipped for modern gaming. But there's a catch: the 8GB version is severely constrained by its limited video memory – a technical bottleneck that may not show up in standard benchmarks. That missing memory turns the 8GB model into a ticking time bomb for gamers hoping to future-proof their rigs. The 8GB RX 9060 XT is marketed under the same name as t

Apple's Mac Mini M4 is back on sale for $499

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . There's no denying that getting a high-quality computer is going to set your finances back a bit. So, when one of them gets discounted we want to scream it from the rooftops. Such is the case today with a solid sale on Apple's 2024 Mac mini (M4). Right now, the newest Mac mini is avai

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