First Tests: Intel's 12th Gen 'Alder Lake' Core i9 Is the Laptop
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The Core i9-12900HK, the first Alder Lake H-series processor we've tested, roars with real-world power that puts competitors on notice. Gaming and workstation laptops, look out.
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The Core i9-12900HK, the first Alder Lake H-series processor we've tested, roars with real-world power that puts competitors on notice. Gaming and workstation laptops, look out.
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