2017 looks like it could be one of the most interesting for a decade when it comes to PC hardware as enthusiasts can look forward to a raft of new exciting launches from Intel and AMD.
Perhaps top of everyone's list of must-sees is the battle between AMD and Intel - the former having announced its new Ryzen processor last week with some considerable fanfare and offering some clear evidence that it will be a match for Intel's high-end desktop processors. Intel has enjoyed a clear lead in performance and efficiency since it introduced the Core architecture back in 2006. Before this, enthusiasts enjoyed fierce competition between the two companies, which could be set to return in early 2017.
Intel isn't devoid of new products in 2017, though - it will be launching its Kaby Lake range of processors - the successor to the current Skylake line-up. For enthusiasts, there are three CPUs that will take the lion's share of the limelight - the Core i7-7700K, the Core i5-7600K and perhaps the most interesting of the three, especially to those on a tight budget - the Core i3-7350K.
In short, AMD appears to have a CPU that can match Intel's equivalent, while offering some interesting enthusiast-orientated technology too. 2017 will definitely be interesting for PC gamers and enthusiasts.
