Skip to main content

Latest by Jacob Roach

Previous
1...17181920212223
Next
The lid of the Lenovo Legion 9i.

Lenovo just made my favorite gaming laptop even better

At CES 2024, Lenovo is making the highest-reviewed laptop we used last year even better with an upgraded CPU and new dedicated AI chip.
Computing News
Jeff Fisher holding the RTX 4080 Super at CES 2024.

Nvidia did the unthinkable with the RTX 4080 Super

We all knew that Nvidia would launch Super graphics cards, but the RTX 4080 Super still managed to surprise me.
Computing News
Lies of P on Samsung's glasses-free 3D gaming monitor at CES 2024.

Samsung has a 3D gaming monitor that doesn’t need glasses — and it actually works

Samsung has a new glasses-free 3D gaming monitor, and much to my surprise, it actually works really well.
Computing News
A render of the RTX 4080 Super at CES 2024.

Should you buy the RTX 4080 now or wait for the RTX 4080 Super?

Nvidia just launched the RTX 4080 Super. But it will replace the RTX 4080 as the go to high-end graphics card?
Computing Guides
The HyperX Alloy Rise gaming keyboard.

HyperX just made your next favorite gaming keyboard

HyperX's new Alloy Rise gaming keyboard pushes into the enthusiast realm, and it might be the go-to gaming keyboard to buy in 2024.
Computing Features
HP Omen Transcend 14 sitting next to a window.

I tried the world’s lightest 14-inch gaming laptop — here’s what surprised me

HP claims its new Omen Transcend 14 is the world's lightest 14-inch gaming laptop. Here's what surprised me after spending some time with the laptop.
Computing Features
Steam Deck held between two hands.

You just can’t kill the Steam Deck

We've seen a slate of supposed Steam Deck killers over the past year, but Valve's handheld remains the head honcho.
Computing Features
RX 7900 XTX slotted into a test bench.

Please, don’t buy an AMD GPU right now

There aren't a ton of rumors about AMD launching new graphics cards soon, but we still expect to see prices drop in the next few weeks.
Computing Features
An SSD installed in a PC motherboard.

SSDs are getting more expensive, but don’t panic yet

Following reports of SSD price increases, we're seeing the first wave of hikes in effect. It's not time to panic quite yet, though.
Computing News
samsung odyssey oled gaming monitors 2024 ces g8 g80sd 3

Samsung’s new OLED gaming monitor might have a problem

Samsung is ready to reveal its slate of 2024 OLED gaming monitors, but they might face tough competition at CES 2024.
Computing News
Windows 10 running on the Steam Deck.

PC gamers — Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 are officially dead

Microsoft may have ended support for Windows 7, 8, and 8.1 a while ago, but with Steam jumping ship, the operating systems are officially dead for PC gamers.
Computing News
A screenshot from Star Wars Jedi Survivor.

PC ports need to be better in 2024 — here’s how

We saw several problematic PC releases this year. Here's what PC ports need to do to be better next year.
Computing Features
The Corsair Steel Crimson keyboard sitting on a desk mat.

This stunning Corsair keycap set has one major problem

Corsair's new Steel Crimson and Steel Azure keycaps look stunning, but there's one problem that holds back their potential.
Computing Features
Horizon Zero Dawn on the LG UltraGear OLED 45.

OLED was the hero of PC gaming this year

2023 was a big year for PC gaming, but the biggest thing that enhanced my gaming experience was the introduction of OLED gaming monitors.
Computing Features
A hand grabbing MSI's RTX 4090 Suprim X.

I hope Nvidia never makes an RTX 5090

We'll probably see the RTX 5090 when Nvidia is ready to release next-gen GPUs, but I hope it doesn't repeat the mistakes of the RTX 4090.
Computing Features
Three graphics cards on a gray background.

The GPU shortage is over, but it’s still wreaking havoc

GPU prices have been stable over the past year, but the lingering effects of the GPU shortage are still in the air today.
Computing Features
Asus ROG Zephyrus M16 playing Cyberpunk 2077.

How gaming laptops grew up in 2023

Gaming laptops have treated the display like an afterthought for years, but in 2023, gaming laptops grew up in a big way.
Computing Features
The LG UltraGear 45 monitor playing Resident Evil 4.

LG’s massive 45-inch UltraGear misses what makes 32:9 special

LG's UltraGear 45GR75DC-B brings the unique (and oddly popular) 32:9 aspect ratio below $1,000, but it trades a lot in meeting that price.
Computing Reviews
God of War running on the LG UltraGear OLED 45.

LG’s new 480Hz gaming monitor just changed the game

LG is getting ahead of the curve with a suite of new OLED gaming monitors, one of which can reach a staggering 480Hz.
Computing News
The lid of the Lenovo Legion 9i.

This was the most exciting gaming laptop I reviewed in 2023

I review dozens of gaming laptops every year, but no laptop stood out to me in 2023 quite like the Lenovo Legion 9i.
Computing Features
The landing page for Steam Year in Review 2023.

Steam Year in Review 2023 is live — here’s how to see your Steam Replay

Valve has opened the doors on Steam Year in Review (formerly Steam Replay) for 2023. Here's how to see your stats for the year.
Computing News
Kena Bridge of Spirits on the Samsung Odyssey OLED G9.

Intel is cooking up an exciting DLSS 3 rival

At Siggraph Asia 2023, Intel introduced a research paper that details an exciting rival to Nvidia's popular DLSS 3.
Computing News
Cyberpunk 2077 on the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8.

A look back at the best (and worst) PC games I tested in 2023

I test dozens of PC games every year. Here are the most impressive (and the most disappointing) PC ports I looked at in 2023.
Computing Features
Someone using the Surface Laptop Studio 2 with Adobe Premiere Pro.

Here’s how to get the best performance in Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Premiere Pro can tax your PC, but with a few simple tweaks, you can optimize your performance so you can edit smoothly.
Computing Guides
The OneXPlayer X1 handheld.

The first Core Ultra handheld gaming PC is already coming

We already have details on a handheld gaming PC sporting one of Intel's new Core Ultra CPUs.
Computing News
Intel's new Intel Core Ultra badge.

Confused about Core Ultra? We were too, so we asked Intel about it

It's the start of the Core Ultra era for Intel. What does that mean? We have all of the specifics for when you go to buy your next laptop.
Computing News
Logo on the RTX 4060 Ti graphics card.

How I conceded to the RTX 4060 Ti

I recommended the worst GPU released this year to a friend who was building a PC, and he loves it. Here's why.
Computing Features
Someone smelling the fumes from the Steam Deck.

If I’m not supposed to smell the Steam Deck vents, why do they smell so good?

Apparently, you aren't supposed to smell the fumes coming off your new Steam Deck, but that probably won't stop me.
Computing Features
A tray of Intel Core Ultra CPUs.

With the arrival of Core Ultra, a new era for Intel has begun

A few years after they were originally announced, Intel is ready to launch its highly anticipated Core Ultra CPUs.
Computing News
Lies of P on the KTC G42P5.

I’ve used ultrawide monitors for a decade. Here’s why I’ve given up on them

I've used a 21:9 PC monitor for 10 years, but I'm finally giving up the form factor. Here's why I stopped.
Computing Features
Logo on the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro headset.

7 best headsets for PC gaming: tested and reviewed

Only a few headsets are worthy of making it on the list of the best headsets for PC gaming. Here are our top picks this year.
Computing Best Ofs
RTX 4060 Ti sitting next to the RTX 4070.

This was the most disappointing GPU that I reviewed this year

We've seen a ton of new GPUs this year, but there's one card that stands out as the most disappointing GPU of 2023.
Computing Features
surface laptop studio 2 review 07

Windows 12 could repeat Windows 11’s big mistake

The first details about Windows 12 are coming out, and the rumored OS could repeat a big mistake of Windows 11.
Computing News
The Digital Trends website on the KTC G42P5.

This new Windows 11 shortcut made using my PC so much easier

One feature that flew under the radar in Windows 11's latest feature update has made using my PC feel so much easier.
Computing Features
Intel Arc A580 graphics card on a pink background.

I’m shocked how good this $180 GPU is

We haven't seen a true budget GPU in a few years, but Intel's Arc A580 fills that gap with compelling 1080p performance at a fantastic price.
Computing Reviews
AMD revealing its Ryzen 8040 CPUs.

AMD’s new Ryzen 8040 CPUs aren’t all that new

AMD revealed its new Ryzen 8040 laptop CPUs, but looking closely at the specs, it doesn't look like there's much new with them at all.
Computing Features
Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Alienware 34 QD-OLED.

The best HDR monitors for gaming, content creation, and more

To properly enjoy HDR you need a good monitor that fully supports it. Here are the displays gamers, content creators, and enthusiasts should look out for.
Computing Best Ofs
AMD's CEO presenting the MI300X AI GPU.

AMD is taking the gloves off in the AI arms race

With the new MI300X GPU and MI300A APU, AMD is finally taking the AI fight back to Nvidia.
Computing News
Previous
1...17181920212223
Next