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Computing is the foundation on which the rest of technology is built, but it’s also the lens through which we see the future. That’s why we take it seriously at Digital Trends. Our approach includes coverage of the hardware and software of PCs, but also the larger ecosystem of everything that plugs into them. Windows, Macs, laptops, graphics cards, CPUs, gaming monitors, and yes — even printers. And that’s just scratching the surface.

Through covering the latest news and performing the hands-on testing ourselves, we’re able to offer the best PC buying advice you’ll find on the internet. We do our own in-depth testing on everything from the battery life of laptops to monitor image quality. We even delve into the expanding world of the PC gaming tech with our ReSpec column, to help you make your PC games look and play their best.

So, whether you’re shopping for your next laptop, reading up on the latest GPU news for your next upgrade, or just trying to take a screenshot on Mac, you’ve come to the right place.

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I compared two brand new Lunar Lake laptops — here’s what I’d buy

The Asus Zenbook S 14 and ExpertBook P5 are two of the first Lunar Lake laptops. The Zenbook shows off the chipset's efficiency, but the ExpertBook is cheaper.
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Prime Big Deal Days 2024 MacBook Deals: Big Savings on MacBook Air and Pro

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Best Buy is selling a great Lenovo student laptop for just $330 right now

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I reviewed HTC’s new Vive Focus Vision, a lossless VR headset built for PC gaming

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Copilot Pro: how to use Microsoft’s advanced AI sidekick

The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X installed in a motherboard.

Some AMD motherboards are reportedly slashing SSD speeds

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Nvidia just released an open-source LLM to rival GPT-4

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Apple October Mac event: everything we expect to be announced

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Lian Li’s $70 small form factor case just became my daily driver

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Nearly two years later, AMD’s RX 7000 GPUs don’t even make up 1% of Steam players

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It’s official — Microsoft WordPad is dead after 29 years

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The Razer Ornata V3 is now available for $70.

The best Razer keyboards to buy in 2024

Razer is a well-known brand in the peripherals space, especially when it comes to premium gaming equipment. Here are some of the best Razer keyboards for 2024.
Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 (7445) front view showing display and keyboard.

Dell’s value-focused Inspiron 14 2-in-1 is almost great, but one thing holds it back

The Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 (7445) leverages a moderately fast AMD chipset to offer up an appealing price. But too many compromises get in the way.
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger presents Intel's roadmap including Arrow Lake, Lunar Lake, and Panther Lake.

Intel Arrow Lake is right around the corner

After months of rumors, it seems that we finally have a firm release date for Intel Arrow Lake.
The Dell XPS 13 9315 on a table against a window.

Best Dell laptop deals: Cheap laptops starting at $280

If you're on the hunt for Dell laptop deals, we've rounded up the best ones here. Get the Dell XPS 13 for much cheaper than usual, along with other models.
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PrivadoVPN review: the new budget VPN you can use for free

I reviewed PrivadoVPN to see if this newcomer can compete with leading VPNs while keeping subscription costs to a minimum.
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This HP Notebook is great for students, and it’s on sale with a $780 discount

The HP Dragonfly Pro, a powerful laptop that offers access to 24/7 live support for any technical problem, is on sale from B&H Photo Video with a $780 discount.
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Do CPUs require drivers?

Updating your graphics drivers and chipset drivers is important, but what about CPU drivers? They don't have their own, but some drivers may be worth updating.
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Here’s your chance to win this Gigabyte gaming laptop — a $1,300 value

Here's your chance to win an awesome Gigabyte gaming laptop (G6X 9KG) with a GeForce RTX 4080 and plenty of power to play Black Myth: Wukong.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D chip.

When should you upgrade your CPU?

The CPU is arguably the most important component in a computer, but how do you know when you to upgrade? Here's how to tell whether it's time for a new chip.
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This Alienware gaming laptop with i9 and RTX 4090 is $600 off

Dell has reduced the price of its high-end Alienware m18 R2 gaming laptop by $600 and it's an absolutely fantastic machine for the price.
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If your PC has slowed down, high CPU usage may be the cause. In this guide, we will show you how to check your CPU usage and how to fix it when it's too high.
Dell XPS 15 OLED on a table.

Best Dell XPS deals: Save on Dell XPS 13, Dell XPS 15 and Dell XPS 16

We've rounded up the best Dell XPS deals on laptops that are available right now, so don't miss this opportunity to enjoy huge discounts.
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Westinghouse’s new nuclear microreactor could power tomorrow’s AI data centers

Westinghouse is moving forward with a new microreactor that could power AI data centers for nearly a decade without refueling.
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Best Buy slashed the price of this iBuyPower gaming PC with RTX 4070

The iBuyPower Y60 gaming desktop PC is a popular gaming rig thanks to being great value and packed with excellent hardware. It's on sale at Best Buy now.
Cyberpunk 2077 on the Acer Predator Z57.

Acer’s 57-inch ultrawide is the most insane monitor I’ve ever reviewed

The Acer Predator Z57 is as insane as you think it is, but after spending a few weeks with the massive monitor, I'm struggling to justify the $2,000 price tag.
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What CPU do I have? Here’s how to easily check

If you want to find out what CPU your PC or laptop is running, you don't need to take it apart. Here's how to check your processor in just a few quick steps.
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Hurry! Best Buy is selling this HP Chromebook for just $159

Need a laptop that won’t break the bank? For a limited time, you can take home the HP 14 Chromebook for just $160 when you purchase at Best Buy.
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Dell Sale: XPS 14 laptops up to $550 off

Both version of the Dell XPS 14 are on sale! Purchase through the manufacturer and save up to $550 on this terrific Windows laptop.
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The Alienware Aurora R16 with i9 and RTX 4090 is almost $1,000 off

Unleash the fury of a powerhouse PC when you game with the Alienware Aurora R16 with an Intel Core i9, now on sale at Dell for $3,700.
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Best budget mechanical keyboards for 2024

Mechanical keyboards are typically more expensive, but they don't have to be outside your budget. Here are some great affordable mechanical keyboards.
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The M4 MacBook Pro is apparently listed for sale on Facebook — but I don’t buy it

Though Apple has yet to announce a MacBook event, an unknown source claims a new M4 MacBook Pro model is up for sale on Facebook and has shared images.
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The Nvidia app just added a feature I’ve wanted for years

The Nvidia app just got a massive update, which includes a new feature that allows you to roll back your GPU driver.

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Senior Editor, Computing

Luke Larsen is a Senior Editor at Digital Trends and manages all content covering laptops, monitors, PC hardware, and everything else that plugs into a computer. Luke joined Digital Trends in 2017 as a native Portlander, happy to join a media company that called his city home. His obsession with technology is in observing the ebb and flow of how technological advancement and product design intersects with our day-to-day experience of it. From digging into the minute details to stepping back and seeing the wider trends, Luke revels in telling stories with tech.

Before working at DT, he worked as Tech Editor at Paste Magazine for over four years and has bylines at publications such as IGN and The Oregonian. When he’s not obsessing over what the best laptop is or how Apple can fix the Mac, Luke spends his time playing designer board games, quoting obscure Star Wars lines, and hanging with his family.