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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.
Computex 2024 logo.

I’m attending the world’s biggest PC show next week. Here’s why I’m so excited

Computex 2024 will be massive, and we already have some hints as to what will be at the show. Here are the main announcements we expect to see.
The Corsair One i500 sitting on a coffee table.

I hate prebuilt gaming PCs — but the Corsair One i500 changed my mind

The Corsair One i500 is an expensive gaming PC, but it still manages to feel worth every penny.
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With Dell’s Summer Specials sale, everyone can find a PC at low, low prices

Thanks to Dell's Summer Specials now's the time to find a new PC at low prices, but also monitors, accessories, and more. You don't want to miss these deals.
Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 sitting on a table.

Microsoft is adding a controversial app to Windows 11

A new Windows 11 build rolling out to Windows Insiders suggests Microsoft is adding a controversial app as a default within the operating system.
A man plays High on Life on an Asus ROG Ally.

Whatever you do, don’t buy the Asus ROG Ally right now

Asus' ROG Ally is still one of the best handheld PCs you can buy, but it's definitely one of the worst times to pick one up.
Portal RTX running on the Surface Laptop Studio 2.

Microsoft has a killer answer for DLSS with Copilot+

The new Auto SR feature available in Microsoft's Copilot+ PCs puts upscaling in your operating system, and it could have a big impact.
The new Surface Pro on a table.

The new Surface Laptop and Surface Pro are finally living up to their potential

Microsoft just introduced a new Surface and Surface Pro that leverage an exclusive set of AI features called Copilot+.
On-package memory on Intel Meteor Lake processors.

Intel is ready for Copilot+ PCs with Lunar Lake

Intel is getting an early start by teasing some details about its upcoming Lunar Lake CPUs, and they sound like a massive upgrade.
The HP OmniBook X AI PC.

HP just reset its entire PC lineup

HP has done a major refresh of its computing brands as it enters the AI PC era.
Jin riding through a field of flowers.

Ghost of Tsushima is a great PC port with one big problem

Ghost of Tsushima is finally on PC after four years, and although the port is excellent, it has one big problem.
Alienware PC with the screen turned off.

How to fix a computer that turns on, but displays nothing

If your PC turns on, but the display shows nothing, there's a problem that needs fixing. Here are a few different ways to get it working again.
Dell XPS Desktop 8960 with the side panel removed.

How to check what motherboard you have in two easy steps

Checking your motherboard model isn't hard to do, but it's not as intuitive as other components. Here's how to find out.
An Alienware + Windows 11 PC gaming setup.

How to optimize Windows 11 and Windows 10 for gaming

Windows is the place to be for PC gamers, but it's not perfect for gaming out of the box. Here's how to optimize your Windows 11 laptop or desktop for gaming.
An HDR demo playing on the HP Omen 27k monitor.

HP Omen 27k review: a shockingly good budget monitor

With a 4K resolution, great color, and a suite of features for a reasonable price., the HP Omen 27k is a prime example of how far gaming monitors have come.
Forza Horizon 4 runs on an Asus ROG Ally.

You might not be able to afford the ROG Ally X

Leakers are starting to share more details about Asus' upcoming ROG Ally X, and you might not like all of the changes that are coming.
Starfield on the Asus ROG Ally.

The ROG Ally X is official — and it sounds like a huge upgrade

Asus is ready to release the next version of the ROG Ally, and we already have a sneak peek at the updates in store.
Intel Core i5-14600K processor inside its socket.

Intel’s next-gen desktop chips may embrace these two major changes

A new leak gives us some insight into Intel Arrow Lake, and it looks like apart from the branding, there's one other major change.
A Core i9-12900KS processor sits on its box.

Intel finally responds to CPU instability but only makes it more confusing

Intel has issued a statement regarding the instability of its CPUs, setting out a new list of power recommendations that isn't aligned with what we've seen.
The Asus Cetra Supernova earbuds sitting on top of a gaming PC.

I want to love Asus’ gaming earbuds, but there are problems

Asus' Cetra SpeedNova earbuds deliver what gamers are looking for thanks to ANC and a low latency connection. But there are a couple of big issues.
Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

Intel Core i9 CPUs are about to get hit with a downgrade, report says

A new report claims Intel will enforce some strict power limits on motherboards to counter a recent wave of instability.
A hand holding an AMD Ryzen CPU.

It’s time to stop ignoring the CPU in your gaming PC

The CPU has left the conversation for PC gamers over the last few years, but with the demands of modern games, it's time to reexamine its role.
Lies of P running on the Asus ROG Ally.

I would give up my Steam Deck if the ROG Ally 2 had these features

Rumor has it that Asus is working on a new revision to the ROG Ally. Here's what it would take for me to finally give up my Steam Deck for Asus' handheld.
Pins on Core i9-12900K.

What to do if your Intel CPU keeps crashing

While Intel and motherboard vendors investigate instability issues, here's what you can do to prevent crashes on your PC.
Intel Core i9-13900K held between fingertips.

4 CPUs you should buy instead of the Intel Core i9-13900K

Intel's Core i9-13900K is a monster of a CPU, but recent instability concerns might make you want to consider some alternatives. Here are our favorites.
The Razer Iskur V2 gaming chair in an office.

Razer’s most boring product is also one of its best

The Razer Iskur V2 doesn't have any gimmicks, and that's exactly what makes it one of the most exciting products from the company.
Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

No, Intel isn’t blaming motherboard makers for instability issues

Recent reports say that Intel is blaming motherboard makers for a wave of instability issues, but that's not exactly what's going on.
A woman stands next to a custom-built gaming PC with a coffee maker inside.

You’ll never guess what this YouTuber built into a PC this time

You may think you've seen it all, but have you seen a gaming PC that can make coffee?
The HP Omen 40L desktop sitting on a coffee table.

HP Omen 40L desktop review: missing what counts the most

HP has the pricing and specs nailed with the Omen 40L, but it falls short of expectations when it comes to performance.
An Intel Meteor Lake processor socketed in a motherboard.

Intel’s big bet on efficient GPUs might actually work

An early look at Intel's next-gen Battlemage architecture holds promising signs for performance and power efficiency.
Asus ROG Ally handhelds side by side.

The Asus ROG Ally just got a game-changing update

The most recent update for the Asus ROG Ally adds frame generation to the handheld, which promises vastly improved performance.
A laptop running Windows 11.

You’re going to hate the latest change to Windows 11

Microsoft just rolled out an update for Windows 11 shockingly fast, and it includes a change most users won't be happy about.
The Razer Viper V3 Pro sitting among its accessories.

Razer made the best gaming mouse even better

The Razer Viper V3 was a smash success when it released late last year, but now Razer is improving the design with the Viper V3 Pro.