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The latest PC news, reviews, and buying guides, all in one place. Digital Trends offers in-depth coverage of everything PC, from Microsoft to Dell and all of the hardware in-between. Whether you’re looking to build a new computer, pick up a new laptop, or just want to keep up with the newest news, we’ve got you covered.
You can’t buy more gaming muscle for the dollar than this sleeper Asus laptop
The Asus ROG Strix G17 shouldn't be among the best gaming laptops, but one configuration stands out as a supreme value.
Intel’s 14th-gen Raptor Lake refresh might be a major disappointment
Intel's upcoming 14th-gen Raptor Lake refresh might be a major disappointment, especially if a recent MSI leak is to be believed.
AMD’s new laptop CPU is the fastest I’ve seen, but you shouldn’t buy it yet
We had a chance to test AMD's latest Ryzen 9 7945HX3D inside the Asus Scar 17, and although it's the fastest gaming CPU around, you shouldn't buy it yet.
Asus just embarrassed everyone with its new gaming keyboard
New gaming keyboards rarely move the needle, but the Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 is an enthusiast keyboard that comes with a mainstream price.
I’m building a new PC — here’s how I chose the components for it
Picking the right components for a gaming PC can be a tricky process. Here are some of the most important choices you might have to make.
Alienware just changed everything you know about its desktops
Alienware is giving its flagship gaming PC a major overhaul, flipping everything you know about the company's desktops on its head.
A major Asus ROG Ally challenger could be in the works
A new report suggests Lenovo is working on a handheld similar to the Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally.
How we test desktop PCs
Here's how we evaluate desktop PCs, which are some of the most powerful pieces of tech you can buy.
It’s official — AMD’s best gaming CPU is coming to laptops
AMD is bringing its 3D V-Cache tech to laptops, arriving first in the monstrous Asus Scar 17 gaming laptop.
I replaced my PC with the Asus ROG Ally. Here’s what surprised me
A clever accessory promises to turn the ROG Ally into a full-fledged desktop, but Asus' rose-tinted claims don't hold up to reality.
I’ve reviewed every GPU in the last 2 years — these are the only ones you should buy
Here are the only GPUs you should consider, from the prospective of someone who's reviewed all of them over the last two generations.
How Intel could use AI to tackle a massive issue in PC gaming
Intel is introducing seven new papers to Siggraph 2023, which cover everything from path tracing on integrated GPUs to VRAM limitations.
How we test PC components and hardware
There are a ton of options in PC components when building a new PC. Here's how we evaluate new products to see if they're the right choice.
These 5 PC building tips will help you avoid mistakes I’ve made
If you're getting ready to build a new PC, you need more than just a good set of components. Here are five things to keep in mind during the building process.
How to add external games to your Steam library
Steam has most PC games, but it doesn't have them all. You'll need to know how to add external games to your Steam library to have your collection in one spot.
Razer Blade 14 (2023) review: making the best better — and more expensive
Razer's updated Blade 14 didn't need to change anything, but the laptop updates some core issues of the original design in a big way.
Alienware just invalidated its own high-end esports monitor
Alienware has a new 27-inch monitor focused on competitive gaming, and it may invalidate its high-end, expensive esports display.
Intel’s Arc graphics cards have quietly become excellent
Intel's Arc A770 and A750 were decent, if imperfect, GPUs at launch, but they've massively improved since then.
Windows 11 is about to make RGB peripherals way easier to use
A new Windows 11 Insider build adds support for Dynamic Lighting, which looks to unify the disparate RGB apps on PC.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is the next-gen gaming laptop I’ve been waiting for
Next-gen gaming laptops up to this point have been expensive behemoths, but the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 bucks that trend by packing in the value.
Asus is releasing an RTX 4060 as big as the RTX 4090
Asus' high-end RTX 4060 design turns what should be a compact GPU into a triple-slot behemoth.
The best PC builds: budget, gaming, video editing, and more
Building your own PC is rewarding, but it takes a lot of research. Check out our best PC builds to save yourself time and buy a great desktop.
The Lenovo Legion Y32p-30 is (almost) the perfect 4K gaming monitor
The Lenovo Y32p-30 doesn't stand out with OLED, mini-LED, or an insane refresh rate. But it has the right balance of features most gamers a looking for.
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