
Cale Hunt
Cale Hunt brings to Windows Central more than eight years of experience writing about laptops, PCs, accessories, games, and beyond. If it runs Windows or in some way complements the hardware, there’s a good chance he knows about it, has written about it, or is already busy testing it.
Cale has published hundreds of reviews on Windows Central, and he has a clear understanding of what separates worthwhile products from those that are best avoided.
This allows him to efficiently curate buying guides and product advice, giving readers a no-nonsense look at the options that will best suit their needs.
When he isn’t in his office writing, tinkering with tech, or gaming, Cale enjoys playing acoustic guitar (he’s a sucker for Bluegrass music), reading novels, tending the garden, and providing his two cats some much-needed attention.
Latest articles by Cale Hunt

AMD's more affordable GPUs could be announced at Computex
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware AMD could be prepping an RX 9060 XT announcement at Computex, with launch to follow in early June. Here's what you need to know about leaks and rumors so far.

NVIDIA's latest driver hasn't completely fixed RTX issues
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware NVIDIA's drivers have been shaky since the launch of RTX 50-series GPUs, but the latest update has a long list of fixes. Unfortunately, they don't work for everyone.

Can't decide which HP laptop is best for you? I can help.
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops HP's lineup of laptops includes countless models made for different types of users. I'm here to decipher the brands and makes to help you get the best HP laptop.

RTX 5060 Ti picks up support in NVIDIA's latest driver
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware NVIDIA's RTX 5060 Ti launched today, and with it comes an updated Game Ready driver. A couple of games pick up MFG support, and there's a list of stability fixes.

Here's how to get an RTX 5060 Ti on launch
By Cale Hunt last updated
Hardware NVIDIA's RTX 5060 Ti desktop GPU is set to launch on April 16, and I've put together a guide to help you land the new card ASAP. Here's what you need to know.

Here's what critics are saying about the NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware NVIDIA RTX 5060 Ti desktop GPU has launched, and reviewers were able to get their hands on the 16GB model early. Here's what you need to know before you buy.

NVIDIA's affordable RTX 5060 and 5060 Ti GPUs are official
By Cale Hunt published
PC NVIDIA's RTX 5000 lineup has now been padded with 5060 and 5060 Ti models, and the latter cards are expected to launch April 16. Here's what you need to know.

Don't let glare interfere; these top laptops all have bright screens
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops These high-scoring laptops have some of the brightest screens on the market.

The best gaming laptops in 2025 will change the way you play
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops With one of the best gaming laptops in your hands, you can forget about needing a bulky desktop rig. From budget options to elite picks, here are our favorites.

This OLED Copilot+ laptop is down to $559 for a limited time
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Prices for Copilot+ PCs featuring Qualcomm Snapdragon X chips are generally impressive any day, but this limited deal at Best Buy knocks off another $300.

When you want to play Minecraft at its best while on the go, these are the laptops to get
By Cale Hunt last updated
Minecraft We've rounded up our favorite gaming laptops and ultrabooks for playing Minecraft, whether you want to keep things simple or dive deep with community mods.

RTX 5060 Ti GPU designs leak showing a 16-pin power connector
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware NVIDIA's mid-range RTX 5060 Ti GPUs are expected to launch on April 16, and some of MSI's designs have leaked. Is that a 16-pin power connector I see?

AMD's Ryzen 8000HX mobile CPUs arrive at the perfect time
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware AMD's "Dragon Range Refresh" isn't much of a change from a hardware standpoint, but the new chips could help keep laptop prices within reason as tariffs rage.

Why it might be worth buying a GPU now before prices go up
By Cale Hunt published
Tariffs The GPU market is already a mess, and the currently inflated prices aren't going to get any better as more tariffs fall into place. Here's what you need to know.

These are the highest-rated Copilot+ PCs available now
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops Copilot+ PCs are here, and thanks to our in-depth testing we can confidently recommend the best Copilot+ laptops for you.

Dell's versatile AI laptop drops to just $429
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Laptop prices are expected to go up in the coming weeks due to tariffs, but for now, you can still find a sweet deal like $300 off an Inspiron 14 2-in-1.

Thunderbolt laptop docks don't get any better than this
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops Thunderbolt 4 laptop docks offer unparalleled performance, and they're the perfect way to expand your PC's connectivity. I rounded up the best we've reviewed.

Razer's Iskur V2 review: Not as comfortable as I expected
By Cale Hunt published
Review Razer made some notable changes to the Iskur V2 in the name of comfort, but are they enough? Here's my review after using it for a couple of weeks.

ASUS' RTX 5090 laptop has one feature I want to see everywhere
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops The new ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G835L) arrived over the weekend, and I couldn't wait to unbox it. Here are my early impressions.

NVIDIA's driver issues aren't exclusive to RTX 50-series GPUs
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware It's not just you. NVIDIA's Game Ready drivers are causing problems for countless users. Here's what you can do about it until NVIDIA offers an official fix.

Be sure to nab Microsoft's limited-edition 50th anniversary wallpapers
By Cale Hunt published
Microsoft @ 50 Microsoft turns 50 today, April 4, and part of the celebration includes new limited-edition wallpapers created by Microsoft designers and creators. Here's how to get them.

These NVIDIA RTX 5000 GPUs are available exclusively for Prime members
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware It's been hard to find NVIDIA's RTX 50-series GPUs ever since they launched, but Amazon's move will at least make shopping easier for Prime members.

NVIDIA's RTX 5090 laptops are a terrible value. Here's why.
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops Thinking about blowing all your money on a new laptop with NVIDIA's RTX 5090 mobile GPU inside? I'm here to tell you why that's worth reconsidering.
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