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Chinese project aims to run RISC-V code on AMD Zen processors
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Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan has invested in 600 Chinese firms, some linked to the Chinese military
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Here is the best CPU for gaming for the money, based on our benchmarks. These processors offer the best performance in their price ranges and most are suitable for overclocking.
