ANs Best of Design Awards were created to honor the outstanding work, both built and unbuilt, happening in the architecture and design community. This year, the 12th edition is proud to befor the first timeeligible to firms and projects worldwide. Perhaps its no coincidence than that this year Best of Design received the highest amount of applications than years previous. The jury, which also went larger and more international for 2024, carefully analyzed the rigor and context of entries to arrive at editors picks, honorable mentions, winners, and the Project of the Year, whose announcement is forthcoming. Decisions were not taken lightly. Unique approaches, consideration of the land, the projects footprint, bold visions, community responses and more factors were considered during deliberation. Below quotes from these conversations are attributed for each winner and reflect why or how a project was awarded. Here are the 51 winners of ANs Best of Design Awards.JuryAlexandra LangeDesign CriticAdaptive ReuseCommercial(Jason Keen)The Shepherd Gallery and Arts CenterPeterson Rich OfficeDetroitThis has sectional simplicity. I like that they showed how they were thinking. The insertion is very clear and clever.Walter HoodAdaptive ReuseEducation(Dan Schwalm)Omaha Public Library Downtown BranchHDR +TACKarchitects Omaha, NebraskaI thought this was a seductive library with its black ductwork and lounge furniture. Instead of an old and stuffy library, this felt very welcoming, but a bit sexy.Katherine DarnstadtAdaptive ReuseHospitality(doublespace photography)Royal AnnexGiannone Petricone AssociatesPrince Edward County, OntarioThe ability of the Royal Annex to make a subdued yet memorable statement inside and out made this project a clear winner.Emily Conklin Adaptive ReuseResidential(Michael Vahrenwald/ESTO)66 MonitorGRT ArchitectsJersey City, New JerseyThis densifies an urban condition, using one simple language over isolated, smaller buildings to increase capacity in the city. Thats meaningful.Li HuArchitectural Lighting(Sean Davidson)The Pinky RingYabu PushelbergLas VegasIts really hard to do architectural lighting, but this shows the craft of lighting really well.Mnica RiveraBuilding RenovationCommercial(Marcus Bredt)AlsterschwimmhallegmpHamburg, GermanyI love the quality of light in this project. Its such an elegant space that doesnt subtract from what was existing.Omar GandhiBuilding RenovationEducation(Scott Norsworthy)Weldon Library RevitalizationPerkins&Will+Cornerstone ArchitectureLondon, OntarioThey managed to make all that concrete feel fresh and warm with a very spare material intervention. Its a well restrained hand that went through this renovation.Katherine Darnstadt Building RenovationHospitality(Pablo Enriquez)The Barrel HallWest of WestAmity, OregonLooking at this space, its immediately palpable how I would move through it, yet the deeply designed shadows maintain a feeling of mystery.Emily ConklinBuilding RenovationResidential(Christopher Sturman)Clinton Hill TownhouseBrent Buck ArchitectsNew YorkThe design is glossy. Its a beautiful, interesting house.David PowellCivic(Nic Lehoux)tmsewtx Aquatic and Community Centrehcma architecture + designNew Westminster, British ColumbiaTheres a scale to it that has a certain eminence. But then inside, it touches the ground and moves out into the horizon. These two scales really work.Walter Hood CommercialHospitality(Dan Ryan Studio)Los Milics Vineyard Tasting RoomChen Suchart StudioElgin, ArizonaThis was an obvious first choiceI love this project.David PowellCommercialOffice (Large)(Csar Bjar)Ferrocarril de Cuernavaca 780HEMAAMexico CityRealized on an overlooked plot, this flatiron-shaped office project is well detailed and striking for its Miesian clarity.Jack MurphyCommercialOffice (Small)(Anton Grassl)38 Newbury - 7th Floor InteriorsTouloukian TouloukianBostonIts difficult to bring such harmony to a single floor of a larger whole, and 38 Newbury executes at the highest level.Emily Conklin CommercialRetail(Rafael Gamo)Blu Dot ShowroomPeterson Rich OfficeNew YorkThe Blu Dot showroom is such a clear winner in this category. The sensibility and taste of the design shines through.Li HuCommercialSports & Entertainment(Edmund Sumner)Academia AtlasSordo MadalenoJalisco, MexicoThe sheer scale of this space is impressive, but it surpasses expectation with its lush and intentional material choices.Emily ConklinCultural(Iwan Baan)Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation at the American Museum of Natural HistoryStudio GangNew YorkNew York is in part defined by great public halls: Think Penn Station or the Guggenheim. The Gilder Center is the latest of these and wows with its cave-like shotcrete atrium.Jack MurphyDigital Fabrication(Benny Chen)Grand StaircaseM|R WallsLos AngelesI think theres quite a bit of complexity, and it comes together in an elegant way. Nothing is over the top, but it still achieves something quite elegant.Omar Gandhi EducationKindergarten, Primary & High School(Tim Hursley)Thaden PerformanceMarlon Blackwell ArchitectsBentonville, ArkansasIt takes on site, exterior, creative courtyards, daylight and air, and its very strategic on the construction side and methodology.Joshua AidlinEmerging Architects Project Award(Timothy Hursley)House In A GardenAtelier MeyMiamiThis projects move toward being light on the land is refreshing and unconventional. Its encouraging that emerging architects are considering aspects of building like minimal footings and site sensitivity.Mnica RiveraExhibition Design(Jeremy Bittermann)Africa FashionLEVER ArchitecturePortland, OregonThe choice of color and the way were encouraged to circulate through the exhibition stands out, as does the subject matter.Li HuFacades(Anton Grassl)Coolidge Corner Theatre ExpansionHweler + Yoon ArchitectureBostonHeres a facade thats brick that has a sort of narrative reference to what the building is actually aboutand it just looks like its super well executed.Alexandra Lange Healthcare(Here and Now Agency)Kaiser Watts Learning and Health PavilionPerkins&WillLos AngelesThe choice to fully wash spaces in color makes them feel alive yet calm, which is so important for a healing space. Im not hit over the head with loud patterns but rather awash in hues.Emily ConklinHigher EducationInstructional(Dave Burk SOM)Massachusetts Institute of Technology Stephen A. Schwarzman College of ComputingSOMCambridge, MassachusettsThe shingled glass facade is impressive, but behind it, the buildings interior is superbly finished to offer a cutting-edge environment for computer science.Jack MurphyHigher EducationRecreation & Leisure(Scott Norsworthy)McMaster University Student Activity Building and Fitness CentreMJMA Architecture & DesignHamilton, OntarioI appreciate the sectional exploration, the clean interior, and the clear exterior expression. The building seems well-equipped to handle whatever student life throws at it.Jack MurphyHigher EducationResidential(Jason ORear)Kresge College Residential BuildingStudio GangSanta Cruz, CaliforniaI like that this complex is responsive to the surrounding redwood forest and the existing campus architecture and is woody both in structure and cladding.Jack MurphyInfrastructure(Ema Peter)Portland International Airport, Main Terminal ExpansionZGF ArchitectsPortland, OregonSustainability, biophilia, tectonics, composition, material usage, space-making, architecture: the Portland airport hits every single category of creating a soulful building for human beings.Michelle Franco InteriorHealthcare(Maxime Brouillet)Clinique MonklandAtelier chelleMontreal, QuebecEverything about the ethos of modern wellness is on full display here. This is a holistic project that feels like a complete and total design.Emily ConklinInteriorInstitutional(Scott Norsworthy)Weldon Library Revitalization Perkins&Will+Cornerstone ArchitectureLondon, OntarioThe ability to break down the scale of the building and respect its original bones makes the Weldon Library standout.Emily ConklinInteriorResidential (Renovation)(Eric Petschek)Carroll Gardens TownhouseStarling Architecture+Emily Lindberg DesignNew YorkThe simplicity of the design and the tangible connection to the material palette throughout make this a standout submission.Emily Conklin InteriorRestaurant & Bar(Matthew Millman)The Caff by Mr. Espressojones | hayduOakland, CaliforniaIts new, its simple, and its fresh. And it does this all at a large scale that lends an airy generosity to the space.Mnica RiveraInteriorRetail(Eric Petschek)Veja WilliamsburgOffice JDYNew YorkThis feels like Williamsburg. Its raw and strong.Li HuInteriorWorkplace (Large)(Laura Peters)The MillCannonDesignAtlantaI think that the execution is pretty amazing. They had a really acute eye when it came to furniture, and even the texture overlay.Omar GandhiInteriorWorkplace (Small)(Bess Friday)Goodwater CollectiveAtelier Cho ThompsonSan FranciscoI appreciate this projects third-space approach and hospitality-like atmosphere, complete with a variety of seating and gathering options.Jack Murphy Landscape(Pavel Bendov/ArchExplorer)Presidio Tunnel TopsField OperationsSan FranciscoThis is a really hard project, especially infrastructurally. They have to cover up the main access to the Golden Gate Bridge, and it extends the Presidio down to the beach. I thought it was pretty amazingand it gets a lot of use. People love it.Walter HoodLibrary(Jeff Goldberg/Esto)Far Rockaway LibrarySnhettaNew YorkI love that this is a library that thinks about light and the way light can be used to define zones in a space. They integrated the artwork into the actual building itself, versus a feature art wall. The building becomes the artwork.Katherine DarnstadtResidentialMixed-use(Tim Hursley)PS1200Marlon Blackwell ArchitectsFort Worth, TexasWhat a cool idea, and the execution seems so sharp. Wouldnt we all like to live in this kind of artist community?Alexandra LangeResidentialMulti-unit(Jason Keen)City Modern - Carriage HomesMerge ArchitectsDetroitThe unique massing and mixing of materials inside and out presents City Modern as a contemporary vision for multi-family housing.Emily Conklin ResidentialSingle-unit(Rafael Gamo)Santa Mara del OroMCxA GroupNayarit, MexicoI think this hits so many different areas, from sustainability, integrating into the land, respecting the existing forested hillside to innovative form wrapping around all these trees.Joshua AidlinRestoration & Preservation(Douglas Friedman)La Casa DragonesMeyer DavisSan Miguel de Allende, MexicoThis combines restoration and interior design: how you furnish and create a modern experience in a building of antiquity. I think they did a stellar job.Joshua AidlinSocial Impact(Peio Erroteta)Cleveland FoundationS9 ArchitectureCleveland, OhioThis is one of the roughest areas of the Midwest. Can you imagine walking into this community building to engage in gathering? What an amazing gift.Joshua Aidlin Student Work(Matt Weigand)Vandal Healing Garden and MemorialIdaho Design Build, University of IdahoMoscow, IdahoThis project is designed for the full experience: from day to night, and from first visual encounter to an intimate tactile one.Emily ConklinTemporary Installation(Samuel Engelking & Mila Bright Zlatanovic)Staging GroundsThe Bentway ConservancyTorontoStaging Grounds works well during the day but also at night. It acknowledges that temporality as a temporary installation. It addresses both moments.Mnica RiveraUnbuiltCommercial(Courtesy ARCHITECTUREFIRM)Agricultural Retreat ARCHITECTUREFIRMShenandoah Valley, VirginiaHow do you subtly innovate on an agricultural vernacular? I think theyre doing some really interesting things with the tectonics of barn building and then combining that with more spiritual, almost sacred spaces.Joshua Aidlin UnbuiltConceptual(Courtesy STUDIO ENE)Parkland 17 MemorialSTUDIO ENE +Klopfer Martin Design GroupParkland, FloridaThere are distinct parts of this design: how it meets the ground and then how it differentiates a space at the ground for people. These transitions make a sacred space.Katherine DarnstadtUnbuiltCultural & Civic(Courtesy FORMA)PlayscapesFORMAStamford, ConnecticutI liked the cartoon-y nature of the roof and that each pavilion had an inside and then its own yard. Im always happy to see playgrounds and playscapes done in an elevated wayAlexandra LangeUnbuiltEducation(Tom Takata)lelo Hawaii CampusStrawn SierraltaHawaiiThis project ambitiously attempts a full campus for learning in the indigenous language of Hawaii. It is culturally important and architecturally interesting.Jack Murphy UnbuiltLandscape, Urban Design & Master Plan(Courtesy UltraBarrio)Do Buses Dream of Urban LifeUltraBarrioHoustonIts trying to think about the bus as another infrastructural piece, which is really interesting.Walter HoodUnbuiltResidentialMulti-unit(Courtesy University of Arkansas Community Design Center)GrowLofts: A PrototypeUniversity of Arkansas Community Design CenterI feel like this is a complete idea and executionand its really interesting. Its really unique. This project dreams bigger than what we typically see.David PowellUnbuiltResidentialSingle-unit(Courtesy NEMESTUDIO)Hempo Longhouse and Other StoriesNEMESTUDIOCaliforniaI appreciate the thorough documentation of this project, from plan drawing to models and material mockups. This isnt just paper architecture, its ready to make much-needed change in real world housing discourse.Emily ConklinUrban Design & Master Plan(Bloom Images)Stanton Yards Cultural Waterfront Master PlanOSDDetroitI like this one because it felt low-key and a little bit industrial, so it had a very different language than so many of the waterfront urban parks that were seeing. It felt like they were trying to preserve some ethos of what was already there.Alexandra Lange

All images courtesy of Sayonara FilmThree Generations Grow Closer Over Traditional Vietnamese Cuisine in Spring Roll DreamDecember 5, 2024Kate MothesWhen a mother arrives home with her young son to find her father in the kitchen, the simple act of preparing dinner prompts her to confront her childhood and cultural identity. As her father prepares spring rolls, a traditional Vietnamese meal, both are challenged to find common ground. And what ultimately brings them together is the youngest generations creative fusion.Spring Roll Dream is a stop-motion short film directed and animated by Mai Vu while she was enrolled at the National Film and Television School in Buckinghamshire, England. The narrative follows a single mother named Linh, who has forged a life for her family in the U.S. But when her father visits from Vietnam, a statement says, Linh is confronted with the past and culture she left behind and the question of where it belongs in her familys new life.The figures, scenes, and foodstuffs emerge from sculpted paper, and the films dialogue captures bilingual interactions that shift between generations. Interiors glow in the evening light and uncanny happenings induce Linh to reconsider her relationship with her heritage.Spring Roll Dream took home the Lights on Women Award at the 2022 Cannes Film Festival. Watch now on Vimeo.Next article

Tech How to bulk delete spam and old text messages on Android Easily clean up your messaging app and keep your inbox organized Published December 5, 2024 6:00am EST close How to bulk delete spam and old text messages on Android The CyberGuy offers quick and easy steps to clean things up. If your Android messaging app is overflowing with old texts, youre not alone.Many people find their message inboxes cluttered with conversations that are no longer relevant.Luckily, there are some quick and easy steps you can take to clean things up and keep your messages organized. (iPhone users,follow these tips.) A man texting on his Android. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How to bulk delete messages on AndroidFollow these steps to easily bulk delete messages on your Android device:WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)?Settings may vary depending on your Android phones manufacturer.Open yourMessages app on your Android device.Navigate to theconversation you want to delete andpress and hold it until it gets selected. Youll notice a small checkmark in a blue bubble indicating its selected.Now, you can tap onother message threads to select multiple conversations at once. This is a great way to delete several chats in one go.Once youve selected all the threads you want to remove, look for the trash can icon, usually located at the top of the screen,and tap on it.Then confirm by clicking"Move to Trash." Just like that, all those selected messages are deleted in one swift action. Steps to bulk delete messages on Android. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)How to prevent future clutter in the messages app on your AndroidTo stop messages from piling up again in the messages app on your Android, perform these steps:Settings may vary depending on your Android phones manufacturer.Head back into yourMessages app.Tap on thethree little dots in the top right corner.This will open up yourSettings,and tap on it.Scroll down until you find "More Settings," and tap on that.Then look for"Delete Old Messages." Toggle this option on, and your phone will automatically clear out older messages for you.GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE Steps to delete old messages automatically on Android. (Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson)Important Note: Be cautious with this setting. It will permanently delete older messages once you reach 1,000 texts, 100 multimedia messages or 5,000 chats. If you often need to reference old messages, consider leaving this setting off to avoid losing important information.Kurt's key takeawaysCleaning up your messages app can significantly enhance your messaging experience. By following these simple steps for bulk deleting and enabling automatic deletion, you can maintain an organized inbox without the hassle of manual cleanup every few weeks. Remember to regularly check your settings and adjust them based on your messaging habits.What's your biggest challenge with maintaining a clutter-free inbox? Let us know by writing us atCyberguy.com/ContactFor more of my tech tips and security alerts, subscribe to my free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by heading toCyberguy.com/NewsletterFollow Kurt on his social channels:Answers to the most-asked CyberGuy questions:New from Kurt:Copyright 2024 CyberGuy.com.All rights reserved. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on "FOX & Friends." Got a tech question? Get Kurts free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.

You might not have started thinking about your Christmas shopping yet, but I bet youve been thinking about what artificial intelligence (AI) for business is going to look like in 2025. If you havent, then settle in with a glass of mulled wine, because now is your chance.AI has come leaps and bounds over the past few years and is currently one of the biggest opportunities for business growth. With capabilities to intelligently automate admin tasks, take on customer service tasks, and analyse masses of data, the advantages are endless. But theres still lots of room for development, in ways which will and wont surprise you.Like your list of New Years Resolutions, the regulation landscape is constantly changing and adapting to the needs of tech businesses. For AI development to thrive in 2025, there must be a supportive environment ready for it. Theres no denying the appetite for AI, with over 120 bills on AI currently before the United States Congress. These build upon regulations already in place, such as the EU AI Act, which promotes the rapid adoption of trustworthy AI through reduced administrative burdens for SMEs and clear requirements for AI use.The EU AI Act defines AI systems by their risk rating, splitting them up into prohibited, high-risk, limited-risk, and minimal-risk groups. This is something we could see changing in 2025, with the potential for new legislation focusing on AI classification over risk. This approach would consider criteria such as the intended uses and basic properties of AI systems.New legislation coming into effect next year will significantly impact how businesses can use AI. Data management is one area likely to see substantial legislative focus, ensuring that AI does not compromise the security and privacy of business and customer data.As new legislation is rolled out in 2025, it will give businesses and developers more freedom and safety to largen AIs scope. Many of us will already have AI ingrained into our processes, but what will we be bringing on board next?Leading the way MicrosoftOne company which has been leading the way in AI development in 2024 has been tech giant Microsoft. At its recent Ignite 2024 event, it made several announcements which demonstrate the acceleration of AI in 2025. One of these was that Microsoft Teams will let participants speak in a language of their choice, through its new AI-powered Interpreter feature. Facilitating global communication and collaboration, this is one powerful way in which AI will fuel business growth.Microsoft also announced the introduction of its AI agents this year. These agents will drive organisational wide optimisation and automation by collaborating with workers, a step forward from the AI assistants we already have. Agents can be trained to know your organisation from top to bottom and can compile details for business pitches and presentations whilst you focus on more valuable tasks.Cutting corners with automationLike AI agents, other AI systems which rely on trigger-based automation will flourish in 2025. Once the system is notified of a trigger, such as an email being received, it can digest the information and deliver an automated response to the trigger. Automated AI will seamlessly slot into business processes, taking care of admin tasks which frees up time for workers in all levels of the business to spend more time with customers and focus on their long-term needs.The rise of automated AI poses a need for focus on responsible usage. Automation means that AI could be exposed to confidential data, and without the right protection measures in place, could learn that data and share it without authorisation. Legislation will play a key role in ensuring the responsible and ethical use of AI, but responsibility lies with business leaders as well to make sure that AI adoption goes hand in hand with education. Its important to understand that we will always include a human in the loop and full observability of these interactions with AI.AI boot campAI-powered systems might be forging new opportunities for businesses, but they lose their value and customer trust if inaccurate. To prioritise the accuracy of the models AI systems are trained on, we will see a shift in the New Year on how this process works. Grounding an model in accurate, secure data is extremely important. The better he data the more accurate the responses will be. Developers may synthesise their training data on large language models, and then train the AI system on a small language model.This will approve the accuracy of the AI system, but as it adds degrees of complexity, it also poses the risk of potential bias or incorrect activity, such as the AI hallucination concept. When AI produces information like it is fact without any data to back it up, its a sign that something has gone wrong with the training data. Whilst 2025 will be a big year for the development of training models, businesses need to be aware of how their AI systems are being trained to avoid bias and unethical practice.The 12 Days of AIOn the First day of AI, we explore how AI is being used in marketing, the benefits and key use cases, as well as concerns and how marketers can best take advantage of the technology.On the Second Day of AI, we look at the importance of truly understanding what AI is to enable true organisational transformation.The huge amount of investment in 2025 is just one of many signs that AI isnt a fleeting New Years Resolution. Companies like OpenAI and Microsoft have made a long-term commitment to investing in AI development, because they know were still unlocking its full portfolio of capabilities. Even if theyre not profiting off AI right now, its undoubtable that the future is rich. But this isnt just a game for the big players, small businesses will also be staking their claim by adopting and investing in AI.With the developments well see next year in automation, robotics, and training data, its certain that therell be a flurry of businesses who havent explored AI yet looking to adopt. To make the most of the new developments, dont wait until New Years Day to get started, reach out to the experts now to help your business get AI ready.Chris Huntingford is the newly-promoted director of AI atANS, a digital transformation provider and Microsofts UK Services Partner of the Year 2024. Headquartered in Manchester, it offers public and private cloud, security, business applications, low code, and data services to thousands of customers, from enterprise to SMB and public sector organisations.

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Jupiter is now so bright that it outshine every star in the night sky. gettyLook to the east after dark this week, and youll see a dazzlingly bright star in the evening sky. Is it the legendary Christmas Star? Its Jupiter at opposition, an annual astronomical event in which the giant planet shines at its brightest and appears at its largest.Now shining at magnitude -2.8, rivaling the brightest stars, opposition sees Jupiter positioned directly opposite the sun as seen from Earth.When Is Jupiter In Opposition?Jupiter will align with the sun and the Earth On Dec. 7, 2024, but its got more to do with Earth than Jupiter.On its much faster orbit of the sun, Earth undertakes Jupiter - on its 12 Earth-year orbit - and slips between the sun and the giant planet.Why Jupiter Looks Like A Christmas StarWas a bright planet the origin of the story of the Christmas Star? Arguably, Jupiter after sunset makes the best argument in December 2024, though very bright in the west after dark opposite Jupiter is the even brighter planet Venus. However, its lower in the sky and sinking at sunset, while Jupiter is rising, so it is more noticeable for longer.Venus will reach its brightest in the evening sky, shining at a brilliant magnitude of -4.5. Its the turn of Mars currently rising below Jupiter a few hours after sunset and shining at magnitude -1.4 to reach opposition on Jan. 16, 2025.MORE FOR YOUHow To See Jupiter In The Night SkyShining in the constellation of Taurus in the east, as soon as it gets dark, youll see red supergiant star Aldebaran the eye of the bull shining to Jupiters right with the Pleiades open cluster just above.With a pair of binoculars, youll see Jupiter's four largest moons. With a small telescope, youll see its cloud belts and significant storms, such as its Great Red Spot.Why Jupiter Shines So BrightlyDuring its annual oppositions, Jupiter and Earth get as close as ever, at 380 million miles (612 million kilometers).Thats not the only reason why Jupiter is at its brightest. The alignment also means we see 100% of Jupiters disk, which rises in the east at sunset and sets in the west at sunrise.Wishing you clear skies and wide eyes.

The time has finally come the showdown between AMD's best and Intel's best: the Ryzen 7 9800X3D versus the powerful Core i9-14900K. These two high-performance gaming CPUs go head-to-head across 45 games in an extensive comparison.The 9800X3D claimed the performance crown based on our initial review data, which covered 14 games. Now, it's time to see how these processors stack up across a massive range of games.We recently compared the 9800X3D with the Core Ultra 9 285K, and it was a tough matchup for Intel when focusing solely on gaming performance. On average, the 9800X3D delivered 24% greater gaming performance across the 45 games tested, with no significant examples of the Ryzen processor falling behind, apart from results within the margin of error.However, the Core i9-14900K remains Intel's most powerful processor for gaming, so it's expected to perform better, but even then it could turn out to be a rough match up with the 9800X3D.For this testing, all gaming benchmarks are conducted at 1080p using the GeForce RTX 4090. If you're curious why this approach is the most effective way to evaluate CPU performance for gaming, check out our explainer here for further explanation. The 14900K has been tested with the extreme profile using DDR5-7200 memory, while the 9800X3D has been tested at stock settings with DDR5-6000 memory.BenchmarksThe Last of Us, Cyberpunk, Hogwarts Legacy, ACC, Spider-ManFor our first batch of games, we start with The Last of Us Part 1, where the 9800X3D delivers an average performance boost of 24% or 30% faster when comparing 1% lows. While achieving well over 140 fps may not be essential to enjoy The Last of Us Part 1, these results suggest that the 9800X3D will offer a significant advantage in future, more demanding titles.The trend continues with Cyberpunk 2077. Although the performance provided by the 14900K is already impressive, the 9800X3D outperforms it by an average of 33%, which is a remarkable margin.High-refresh-rate gamers will especially appreciate the 9800X3D's performance in Hogwarts Legacy. Here, the Ryzen processor achieves an average frame rate of 170 fps compared to the 14900K's 124 fps, a 37% advantage. The 1% lows are equally significant, with the 9800X3D hitting 86 fps compared to the competition.In Assetto Corsa Competizione (ACC), the difference is dramatic, with the 9800X3D rendering 269 fps, an astonishing 61% faster than the 14900K. Similarly, in Spider-Man, the margin narrows to 23%, but the AMD processor still comes out ahead by a noteworthy amount.Baldur's Gate 3, Homeworld 3, APTR, Flight Simulator, StarfieldNext, we have Baldur's Gate 3, where the 9800X3D outperforms the 14900K by 27%, achieving 176 fps on average with 1% lows of 122 fps. In Homeworld 3, the performance gains are striking, with the Ryzen processor delivering a 52% higher average frame rate and an impressive 110% improvement in 1% lows.In A Plague Tale: Requiem, the 9800X3D delivers a 31% performance advantage, increasing the average frame rate from 149 fps to 195 fps. Similarly, in Microsoft Flight Simulator, there is a 30% improvement in average frame rates, although the 1% lows remain comparable. In Starfield, while the average frame rate increase is more modest at 11%, the 1% lows see a 22% boost, enhancing overall gameplay smoothness.Horizon Forbidden West, Horizon Zero Dawn, Watch Dogs, Far Cry 6, T&LMoving to the next set of results, we begin with Horizon Forbidden West, where the 9800X3D is 11% faster. Historically, such a margin would have been considered significant for flagship processors from AMD and Intel. Similarly, in Horizon Zero Dawn, the 9800X3D holds a 16% lead.Despite being an older title, Watch Dogs Legion shows impressive gains with the 9800X3D, delivering a 29% improvement in average frame rates and a massive 50% boost in 1% lows. The margins narrow in Far Cry 6, where the X3D CPU is 13% faster. Finally, in Throne and Liberty, the 14900K edges out the competition by a slim 2% margin, falling within the margin of error.This detailed analysis highlights how the 9800X3D consistently outpaces the 14900K across a wide range of games, often delivering significant performance uplifts that are particularly valuable for gamers seeking high frame rates and smooth gameplay.Hitman 3, Callisto Protocol, SoTR, Halo, Warhammer 3For our next set of results, we begin with an older game, Hitman 3, which remains CPU-demanding but is less CPU-limited than many modern titles, given that frame rates exceed 200 fps. Interestingly, the 14900K and 9800X3D are closely matched here, with the Ryzen 7 processor leading by a slim 5% margin.Next, in The Callisto Protocol, the 3D V-Cache processor demonstrated a 24% average performance advantage, though 1% lows were nearly identical between the two CPUs.While performance was comparable in Hitman 3, that's far from the case in Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Here, the 9800X3D delivered a significant 28% average performance boost and an even larger 47% improvement in 1% lows.In Halo Infinite, however, the 9800X3D underperformed relative to expectations. The 14900K came out ahead by 6%, although the 1% lows were higher on the Ryzen 7 processor. Similarly, in Warhammer III, the 14900K was just 2% faster, making the overall performance between the two CPUs nearly identical.Black Ops 6, Borderlands 3, Riftbreaker, Remnant 2, SWJSMoving to the next set of results, we start with Black Ops 6, where the 9800X3D provided 19% greater average performance and a substantial 27% boost to 1% lows. In Borderlands 3, the Ryzen 7 processor showed a 16% advantage, marking a noteworthy gain.The performance advantage continued with The Rift Breaker, where the 9800X3D was 24% faster a surprisingly large margin when comparing flagship CPUs. Gains were even more pronounced in Remnant II at 32% and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor at 37%.War Thunder, Skull and Bones, Returnal, Ratchet & Clank, Dying Light 2For those seeking higher frame rates in War Thunder, the 9800X3D delivered 397 fps in the CPU benchmark, making it 21% faster than the 14900K. However, in Skull and Bones, Returnal, and Ratchet & Clank, both CPUs performed similarly, as these games were heavily GPU-limited. In Dying Light 2, the Ryzen 7 processor pulled ahead with an 11% performance advantage a reasonable margin.Forza Horizon 5, Forza Motorsport, Gears 5, Ghost of Tsushima, HuntAs expected, the Forza games were GPU-limited, utilizing minimal CPU resources, resulting in identical performance from both processors. That was not the case in Gears 5, where the 9800X3D was 41% faster on average and an impressive 62% faster in 1% lows. In Ghost of Tsushima, the Ryzen 7 processor achieved an 11% performance advantage, while no meaningful difference was observed in Hunt: Showdown.World War Z, F1 24, Rainbow Six Siege, Counter-Strike 2, FortniteFor the next set of games, the 9800X3D consistently delivered significant gains. In World War Z, performance was 20% higher, followed by a 13% increase in F1 24. Gains continued with an 18% uplift in Rainbow Six Siege, a 29% boost in Counter-Strike 2, and a 28% improvement in Fortnite. These results show strong across-the-board advantages for the Ryzen 7 processor.Assassin's Creed x2, Space Marine 2, SW Outlaws, Dragon Age: The VeilguardFinally, we look at the last five games tested. In Assassin's Creed Mirage, the 9800X3D delivered 15% better performance, which was higher than the modest 3% improvement seen in Valhalla. A particularly CPU-limited game, Space Marine 2, saw the Ryzen 7 processor outperforming the 14900K by 23%, rendering an average of 138 fps.In Star Wars Outlaws, frame rates were capped at just over 140 fps in our test scene, likely due to limitations within the game itself. Finally, in Dragon Age: The Veilguard, the 9800X3D was 11% faster than the 14900K.45 Game AverageOn average, we found that the 9800X3D is 18% faster than the 14900K. This is notably lower than the 27% margin observed in our day-one review, but that earlier data excluded many GPU-limited titles, such as the Forza games.Even so, there was only one instance where the 9800X3D was slower, and that was in Halo Infinite, where it trailed by a 5% margin. Out of the 45 games tested, the Ryzen 7 processor was only 5% faster or less in 11 games.For the vast majority of games, however, the performance margin was in double digits, with over 20 titles showing gains exceeding 20%. This clearly demonstrates that the 9800X3D is significantly faster than the 14900K in gaming.Looking at the 1% lows, we observed a similar overall margin. The 9800X3D was 22% faster on average, with the standout example being Homeworld 3, where it delivered an astonishing 110% performance improvement. Notably, there were no instances where the Ryzen 7 processor was slower in terms of 1% lows.What We Learned: Maybe Next Time, IntelIf you're after the absolute best gaming performance, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the obvious CPU to choose. The 14900K should no longer be considered a viable competitor. This was arguably true even with the 7800X3D, which traded blows with the 14900K more evenly. With the 9800X3D, the advantage is decisively one-sided.Power consumption has always been a concern for the Core i9 series. While we didn't evaluate power usage in this review, the situation hasn't changed the 14900K consumes significantly more power while often delivering less performance.The only downside to the 9800X3D at present is availability. Ever since its release, it has been difficult to find in stock. We've managed to purchase a few units at the recommended retail price of $480, but due to high demand, retailers are having trouble keeping them in stock.That said, availability will improve over time, so this issue is likely short-term. If you can find the 9800X3D at the $480 MSRP, it's an excellent deal, especially considering that the 14900K still costs around $450. However, the 7800X3D appears to have virtually disappeared, with no availability for over a month now.In terms of gaming performance, there isn't much left to analyze the 9800X3D is worlds faster than the 285K and significantly faster than the 14900K.For those already using the 7800X3D, upgrading to the 9800X3D isn't worth it for the majority of users, unless absolute peak performance is a necessity. Realistically, much more affordable processors, such as the Ryzen 7 7700, are sufficient for most modern gaming needs.Shopping Shortcuts:AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D on AmazonIntel Core Ultra 9 285K on AmazonAMD Ryzen 9 9950X on AmazonIntel Core Ultra 7 265K on AmazonAMD Ryzen 7 9700X on AmazonAMD Ryzen 7 7700X on AmazonAMD Ryzen 7 7700 on AmazonAMD Ryzen 5 9600X on Amazon

Three Samsung Galaxy S25 smartphones have been certified by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and while its good news because it means the official launch is getting closer, its also a bit disappointing because its not four new Samsung phones being certified. What do we mean? The devices are almost certainly the Samsung Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra, so wheres the so-called Galaxy S25 Slim?The FCC certification registers devices by model number rather than name, and lists the SM-S931B/DS, the SM-S936B/DS, and the SM-S938B/DS as new entries. The SM-S931 model number follows on from the Galaxy S24s model number of SM-S921, the Galaxy S24+s SM-S926 model number, and the Galaxy S24 Ultras SM-S928 model number. The letter B signifies the certified model is an international version, while DS denotes a dual-SIM capability.Recommended VideosPrevious leaks have referred to a mystery Samsung phone with the model number SM-S937B/DS, which has been linked with the Galaxy S25 Slim name. While the model number obviously fits in-between the ones listed by the FCC, and the B suggests its an international model, why hasnt it been certified by the FCC along with the other Galaxy S25 phones? At the moment its unclear, and it may simply be Samsung holding it back as it knows these records are public. Or it could be the Galaxy S25 Slim is not destined for international release after all, or that the model has been delayed.RelatedWhat else do the FCC records tell us? It doesnt seem like theres going to be any change in charging speed for the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+, with the pair certified with 25W chargers and wireless charging. The charging details for the Galaxy S25 Ultra arent stated, but its highly likely itll use the same 45W charging system as the Galaxy S24 Ultra. The FCC records also state the phones will have NFC, Wi-Fi, and 5G support as youd expect.One anomaly is the inclusion of Ultra Wideband (UWB) support on all three international Galaxy S25 phones, but not the U.S. version of the Galaxy S25 as spotted by Android Authority. It means the standard Galaxy S25 model will miss out on UWB-reliant features that enable digital car keys or precise tracking data for devices like Samsungs SmartTag 2, and youll need to buy the S25+ or S25 Ultra to get the feature on U.S. phones.Samsung is expected to officially reveal the Galaxy S25 series at an Unpacked event held in early 2025.Editors Recommendations