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

No RTX 5070 Ti? These pre-built PCs might be the way to go.
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC NVIDIA's RTX 5070 Ti unsurprisingly sold out in seconds, but that doesn't mean you can't get the new GPU on launch day. I found these pre-built PCs with the GPU.

Want an RTX 5070 Ti on launch day? Here's where to buy it.
By Cale Hunt published
PC NVIDIA's RTX 5070 Ti launches today, but it's not expected to be a smooth process. I found the best places to shop, with a look at whether it's worth it.

You can already start modding Civ 7's UI, AI, and more
By Cale Hunt published
Gaming Civilization 7 isn't a perfect game, and, as expected, enthusiastic modders have begun releasing fixes for some of the game's biggest issues.

Five ways AMD can bungle its RDNA 4 GPU reveal and launch
By Cale Hunt published
PC After weeks of delay, AMD is ready to reveal its RDNA 4 graphics cards on February 28. Will it be a success? Here are 5 reasons why it might fall flat.

Acer announces a 10% price increase on all of its laptops
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops Acer CEO and Chairman, Jason Chen, announced a 10% price increase on its laptops sold in the US. This comes as an answer to US President Trump's 10% tariff on Chinese goods.

Don't want to spend big on a Surface Pen? These are the best alternatives.
By Cale Hunt last updated
Surface The Surface Pen and Surface Slim Pen are still the best options for Surface PCs, but alternatives keep getting better and usually don't cost nearly as much. Here are my favorites.

Get the right motherboard for your Ryzen 7 7950X and 7950X3D
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X and 7950X3D are monster CPUs that need a specific socket and plenty of power, so I've rounded up the best AM5 motherboards for your budget.

Want to play WoW? These PCs are your best options.
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC Need a new PC to run World of Warcraft and WoW Classic? There are many great options out there, but I've narrowed it down to six laptops and desktops with a mix of performance and cost.

Is the refreshed Zenbook Duo still the best dual-screen PC?
By Cale Hunt, Ben Wilson published
Review Refreshed for 2025, the Zenbook Duo remains an example of engineering expertise. But do Intel's new "Arrow Lake" chips make a difference?

NVIDIA RTX 5090 graphics cards are melting (again), but why?
By Ben Wilson, Cale Hunt published
PC Gaming Who's to blame for this recurring nightmare with NVIDIA's RTX 12VHPWR and 12V-2x6 GPU power cables?

RTX 50-who? Dell's stellar RTX 4080 gaming laptop is $500 off.
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Alienware's m18 R2 with Core i9-14900HX CPU, RTX 4080L GPU, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and QHD+ display with 165Hz refresh rate won't be on sale very long.

Need a home for your Core i9-14900K? Check out my favorite motherboards.
By Cale Hunt last updated
Hardware Pair your flagship Intel CPU with the right motherboard to maximize performance.

NVIDIA's RTX 5070 could be delayed until March according to a new rumor
By Cale Hunt published
PC NVIDIA's RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 launch weren't exactly smooth, and a new rumor suggests that the RTX 5070 has now been delayed until March. Here's what you need to know.

Intel's Core i5-14600K excels when paired with Z790 or B760 motherboards
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC Intel's Core i5-14600K CPU is a midrange CPU that pairs well with Z790 and B760 motherboards. I've put together this list with a wide range of prices and features to help you decide.

Don't let your AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D suffer from sub-par RAM
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC AMD's Zen 4 chips are made for DDR5 RAM, and I found the best kits with a wide range of prices.

Don't buy the wrong RAM for your Ryzen 9 7950X or 7950X3D
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC Help AMD's top-tier Ryzen 7000 CPUs reach their full potential with these excellent DDR5 RAM kits.

HP might already have the best laptop deal of the year
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Despite a business focus, HP's EliteBook 860 G11 should appeal to nearly everyone thanks to a massive 65% discount. That includes a Core Ultra 7 and 64GB of RAM.

You don't have to spend much to get a great pre-built PC for Minecraft
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC Java and Bedrock versions of Minecraft have low PC system requirements, but that doesn't mean a more powerful PC can't make the experience far better. Here are the best pre-built PCs for Minecraft.

Get the best Minecraft experience with my favorite laptops
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops We've rounded up the best laptops for playing Minecraft, one of the best games ever made, due to its ageless appeal and ability to run on just about any piece of hardware.

Get the right motherboard for your AMD Ryzen 7 9700X
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC AMD's Ryzen 7 9700X is one of the latest CPUs from Team Red, and it can take advantage of all of the best features from AM5 motherboards. Here are my top recommendations for your next PC build.

Here's how to get the best deal on Civilization VII for PC and Xbox
By Cale Hunt published
Gaming Civilization 7 launches fully on February 11, and you don't need to pay full price for any of the versions. Here's what you need to know to save some money.

These are the best 2-in-1 laptops we've tested and reviewed
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops Need a notebook that can also act as your tablet? Need more than one screen? These 2-in-1 laptops are the best we've reviewed so far.

UPDATE: NVIDIA is investigating reports of faulty RTX 50-series GPUs
By Cale Hunt last updated
Hardware Just a few days after the official RTX 5090 launch, some early adopters are reporting black screens and unrecognized hardware. Here's what you need to know.
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