Latest articles by Ben Wilson
Former AMD boss brands NVIDIA "the GPU cartel": Rumors of delayed shipments and supply control listed as strongarm tactics
Rival tactics Former AMD Radeon exec Scott Herkelmen hints that NVIDIA may delay shipments to if it suspects customers are simultaneously dealing with its rivals.
The best Wi-Fi 6 mesh router I've ever tested is discounted to an all-time low, and it STILL powers my home network two years later
Deal TP-Link's discounted Deco X55 Wi-Fi 6 mesh triple pack is still my favorite wireless networking solution since I tested it in 2022, and it still provides a reliable connection to my home office.
Crucial's latest PRO Series DDR5 desktop memory is geared towards overclocking, just like most of the other RAM brands
DDR5 The all-new DDR5-6000 desktop UDIMM memory from Crucial includes a sleek design and a target audience of overclocking enthusiasts, but is it enough to satisfy tinkerers?
Best Steam Deck accessories in 2024
Steam Deck The best Steam Deck accessories will enhance your portable console and allow you to use it as a fully-fledged PC. Grab these essentials for Valve's handheld.
ASUS ROG STRIX B650-A Gaming WiFi motherboard review: A solid mid-range pick for Ryzen 7000/8000
Review Fitting into the mid-range, this B650-A board from ASUS offers conveniences without inflating the price too much — but is it right for your next AM5 build?
HYTE Y70 Touch review: A 4K 60Hz screen built into an extravagant PC case let down by bloated software
Review Geared towards aesthetics, this fish tank of a PC case gains another piece of flair.
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G vs. Ryzen 7 8700G: Which should you buy?
8000G🥊 AMD's latest 8000G Series processors offer PC gaming without a dedicated graphics card, but which Ryzen is better for your budget?
AMD launches brand new processors with premium integrated graphics: Ryzen 8000G Series desktop CPUs are available now
8000G day AMD's latest desktop CPUs are out now, and these Ryzen 8000G processors feature revolutionary integrated graphics and AI-centric NPUs. Here's what you need to know.
AMD Ryzen 7 8700G review: Skip that graphics card for now, this CPU is the new meta for budget PC gaming
Review Breaking the stigma of weak integrated graphics, the Ryzen 7 8700G is a revolutionary desktop processor perfect for a budget-conscious custom gaming PC.
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G review: The ultimate CPU for a budget-friendly custom gaming desktop is here
Review Bypassing expensive graphics cards, the Ryzen 5 8600G allows budget enthusiasts to build a capable desktop PC without sacrificing the latest AAA titles.
AMD's new Radeon 7600 XT graphics card on sale NOW with Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) support for extra PC gaming FPS
7600 XT ❤ AFMF A bump in specifications from the standard Radeon RX 7600 brings the 7600 XT up to double VRAM and includes support for AFMF to boost framerates.
Acer Swift Edge 16 laptop review: This ultralight OLED challenger is almost perfect for traveling workers
Review A refined option in the ultralight laptop category, the Swift Edge 16 boasts a striking OLED display but walks a delicate line between a travel-friendly design and modest battery life.
Best CPU coolers for AMD Ryzen 5 5600X in 2024
Updated The AMD Ryzen 5 5600X is one of my favorite AMD CPUs, and I've researched the best cooler to match. Here are my top picks to fit your budget.
Where to buy NVIDIA RTX 4070 Super graphics cards: B&H Photo, Best Buy, and more retailers with the latest stock
4070 Super The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Super is a cutting-edge graphics card ready for launch, taking on its AMD Radeon rivals and expanding the RTX 40-Series GPUs.
Lenovo ThinkBook Plus (Gen 4) review: A clever twisting hinge reveals a color E Ink screen that solves no real issues
Review This twisting screen combines OLED and E Ink in an example of 'just because you can, doesn't mean you should' as a CES experiment fails to prove genuinely useful.
Intel's 14th Gen Core mobile processors for laptops gain Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 5 to offset mostly lackluster spec bumps
14th Gen Modest gains for the Core i9-14900HX in a slight step up over the 13th Gen.
"Who needs a 57-inch curved MiniLED gaming monitor?" asks Acer, with 240Hz OLED alternatives in tow for CES 2024
Too big? Acer previews four curved Predator gaming monitors designed for hardcore gamers ahead of CES 2024, including the gigantic 57-inch MiniLED Z57 set for release in Q2 2024.
My aversion to 3D glasses is over: Acer's new stereoscopic laptop and monitor transform 2D content in real-time
No 3D glasses Acer debuts new SpatialLabs tech in two devices: an Aspire 3D 15 laptop aimed at 3D creators and a Predator SpatialLabs View 27 monitor for gamers, offering glasses-free real-time 3D experiences.
Portable PC gaming handhelds are secretly my most anticipated tech innovation for 2024, and MSI makes the competition fierce
The Claw The leaked MSI Claw features Intel hardware, ready to tackle the giants of Valve's Steam Deck and ASUS' ROG Ally.
My next PC webcam NEEDS Microsoft's answer to Face ID — Here's why (and why we need more companies to make them)
Say hello My 13-year-old webcam finally bit the dust, and I need a new one, but my tastes are more refined than they were in 2017. Here's why I'm hooked on Windows Hello.
HP Envy Move review: The most adorable all-in-one desktop I've ever used — this SHOULD be your next family PC
Review HP offers a unique solution for families needing a shared computer with the Envy Move, which solves problems that most laptops can't, and it's a triumph.
7 last-minute stocking stuffers I JUST bought for my tech-loving family and gamer friends (because I'm bad at Xmas shopping)
Quick gifts My teenage relatives and video game-loving friends eagerly await holiday gifts, so here's everything I picked at the last moment with buzzer-beating orders.
Windows 11 Pro is finally cheap enough that you don't have to steal it in this limited-time deal
Deal In a rare display of generosity, you can buy Windows 11 Pro for only $39.99 from a legitimate Microsoft Partner with no danger of deactivations or other issues with dubious codes.
GTA 6 trailer analysis: Vice City expands to Leonida State with a female protagonist and teases unprecedented levels of detail
GTA 6 The first trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI was released early due to Internet leaks and confirmed its location as Vice City, but some details are more subtle and outright hidden.
What to expect in the GTA 6 trailer: Vice City, Florida, and beyond, as the next Grand Theft Auto is unveiled tomorrow
GTA 6 Grand Theft Auto 6 will soon be unveiled to the world with its first official trailer, but what can excited gamers realistically expect to see? Here are my theories as a fan of the series.
