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A PC featuring Lian Li's wireless RGB ecosystem showcased at Computex 2024.

This is the PC gaming hardware I’m still looking forward to in 2024

We're halfway through 2024, but there's still a ton of PC gaming hardware on the way. Here's what I'm looking forward to the most.
The Notepad app on Windows 11.

It only took 41 years, but Notepad just got its most important update ever

Forza Horizon 5 running on an Asus gaming monitor.

This is the best PC gaming hardware I’ve reviewed this year — so far

Core i9-12900KS processor socketed in a motherboard.

Intel just discontinued a CPU that’s only 2 years old

Dell Snapdragon X Series laptops for Windows Copilot

Dell Copilot+ PCs and Snapdragon X processors are the ultimate power convergence

young woman playing video games on a PC

Best gaming PC deals: Lenovo Legion, ASUS ROG, Acer Predator

The RTX 4080 in a running test bench.

This could be the reason you upgrade your GPU

A Core i9-12900KS processor sits on its box.

Intel’s next-gen CPUs are leaving a big feature behind

The Framework Laptop with replaceable parts

5 ways PCs are becoming more sustainable, from recycling to smarter design

AMD logo on the RX 7800 XT graphics card.

AMD just revealed a game-changing feature for your graphics card

Intel announcing its Lunar Lake CPUs.

The biggest question about Intel’s Lunar Lake CPUs was just answered

smartphone running chatgpt held above a keyboard

OpenAI’s recent acquisition could change PCs forever

The keyboard and trackpad on the new Surface Laptop.

The new Surface Laptop whips the MacBook in this important test

Microsoft has finally ended its non-repairable reign of terror, and its new Surface devices have earned an impressive 8/10 from iFixit.
Intel keynote.

No, Intel’s Lunar Lake CPUs aren’t being delayed

A new report suggests that Intel's Lunar Lake CPUs are being delayed, but Intel says that's not the case.
Gaming on a laptop with the Snapdragon X Elite chip

3 important ways gaming on Arm PCs just got better

Arm PCs have yet to conquer consumers who use Windows for gaming, but Microsoft is confident in their potential.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D installed in a motherboard.

How to fix a red light error on a motherboard

If you've ever built a PC, you know how frustrating that little red light error can be. Here's how to fix it.
Someone holding the Core i9-12900KS processor.

The 7 worst CPUs of all time

We see disappointing CPUs in every generation, but few are truly bad enough to earn a spot among the worst processors of all time. Here's a look at them.
Pads on the bottom of the Ryzen 9 7950X.

AMD vs. Intel: a turning point in this fierce rivalry

With AMD's Ryzen 9000 and Intel's Arrow Lake on the way, we need to take a look at where the rivalry between Intel and AMD stands.
The RTX 3060 installed in a gaming PC.

These are the PC upgrades that will have the biggest impact on performance

If you want to give your PC a boost, here's how you can make the most of your budget.
The blue screen of death in Windows.

How to fix a system service exception error in Windows

This common error in Windows is an annoying one when it happens, but it can be easy to fix. Here's how to do it.
Logitech's Pro X 2 Superlight gaming mouse.

5 gaming mice you should buy instead of the Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2

The Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 is a fantastic gaming mouse, but these 5 alternatives give the mouse a run for its money.
The Ryzen 5 7600X sitting among thermal paste and RAM.

PC gaming has an efficiency problem

Peak performance often dominates the conversation with gaming PCs, but peak efficiency is where you should be at in 2024.
Another Crab's Treasure running on the MSI Claw.

A wave of new handhelds is arriving at the worst possible time

We just saw a frenzy of new handheld gaming PCs at Computex, but they're showing up at the worst possible time.
Dell Techfest and best tech on sale featured.
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The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 with the updated AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX CPU with key highlights at Computex 2024.

Gaming laptops are being left behind

This year's Computex was filled with interesting announcements, but laptop gamers were definitely pushed to the sidelines.
A sign for Computex in Taipei.

These 7 announcements stole the show at Computex 2024

Computex 2024 was absolutely stuffed with announcements, but these seven reveals stood out the most from the event.
Justin Long sits with a MacBook and drinks tea.

The Mac vs. PC war just took an unexpected turn

Qualcomm has declared war on Apple with a simple 30-second video showing Justin Long betraying his once-beloved MacBook.
The Asus ROG Azoth Extreme sitting on a stand.

Asus’ new gaming keyboard is the sleeper hit of Computex 2024

Asus has a new version of the iconic ROG Azoth, and it's easily one of the most impressive pieces of tech I've seen at Computex 2024.
The ROG Ally X running Armored Core VI.

I tested the ROG Ally X — and it’s a signficant upgrade

I had a chance to use the new Asus ROG Ally X at Computex 2024, and it's a bigger upgrade than you're probably expecting.
The Asus ROG Ally X playing Armored Core VI.

Asus is axing one major feature with the ROG Ally X

The Asus ROG Ally X is official, but it ditches one of the most unique aspects of the original handheld gaming PC.
The Acer Predator X27 F3 sitting on a table.

Acer is finally back in the gaming monitor fight

Acer's new X27U F3 OLED gaming monitor puts the brand back at the forefront of the gaming monitor conversation.
The Acer Predator X34 X5 monitor over a light blue background.

Acer has 3 new OLED gaming monitors, including one with a 480Hz refresh rate

Acer just unveiled several new monitors during Computex 2024, with some thrilling OLEDs thrown into the mix.
An Asus gaming monitor sitting on a table.

Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDMG review: an incredible, glossy OLED monitor

Brighter, cheaper, and with a glossy coating in tow, the Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDMG manages to address the pain points with OLED gaming monitors.
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MSI Claw review: the latest updates aren’t enough

The MSI Claw shows some promise with its quality build and speakers, but there are far too many problems for it to earn a recommendation.

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