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So, if Intel CPUs are the cause of these video game problems then this is extremely frustrating news.

Not to mention, there’s the expense side of things.

Intel Core i9-13900K

If you’re getting a new gaming laptop or gaming PC then you might want to avoid 13th and 14th Gen Core i9 CPUs.

We at Windows Central will keep an eye on this matter and will report again if we learn more.

Lenovo Legion 9i (Gen 8) glowing RGB in the dark.

If you’re getting a new gaming laptop or gaming PC then you might want to avoid 13th and 14th Gen Core i9 CPUs.

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The MSI Prestige 16 AI Evo (B2HMG) with Intel Core Ultra 9 285H inside.

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