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Did you miss out on a new laptop before going back to school? This awesome AI PC is STILL only $500.
Back to school The Envy x360 16 with AMD Ryzen AI Boost NPU is a good deal any day, but $350 off makes it a steal.
These are the MUST-SEE announcements for Windows PCs, laptops, and gaming at IFA 2024
Our faves While there were many PC announcements in Berlin, Germany, this year, these are the only ones you need to know about.
Lenovo announces five new AMD laptops, but this one is my favorite
Ryzen shine AMD is in season at Lenovo, with the PC maker announcing five new laptops with Ryzen chips. The ThinkPad T14s (Gen 6) might appeal most to me, but there's a lot more to unpack.
Best small gaming PCs 2024: Mini, compact, and SFF
Updated Pre-built mini PCs are gaining popularity thanks to their competitive pricing, compact design, and upgradeable hardware. We've collected the best right here for gaming purposes.
ASUS expands the Intel-powered Copilot+ PC lineup with five new laptops, including the stunning Zenbook S 14
OLED all the way AI PCs with OLED displays are on the menu at ASUS, with five new x86 Copilot+ laptops announced at IFA 2024.
Acer's formidable new Predator Orion 7000 desktop can crush any game with its RTX 4090, and it's joined by two refreshed Nitro V laptops
Gamers take note Acer's Nitro and Predator gaming lineups are getting new hardware this year, with the company showing off two new Nitro V laptops and one new Predator Orion 7000 pre-built desktop PC at IFA 2024.
AMD and Intel are getting Copilot+ access through Acer's new Swift AI and TravelMate AI PCs
AI PCs galore Intel's next-gen "Lunar Lake" Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen AI series chips are coming to Acer Swift and TravelMate laptops, with access to Copilot+ features expected this year.
Acer's Swift Go 14 AI is one of the first Copilot+ PCs with Qualcomm's new 8-core Snapdragon X Plus
8-core X Plus The Swift Go 14 AI is made for those on the move, especially with its 75Wh battery and Snapdragon X efficiency.
Labor Day deals 2024: Including Intel Gamer Days savings on laptops, PC gaming, monitors, accessories, and beyond
Deals Labor Day and Intel Gamer Days have some great sales on everything PC and tech related.
I’ve never seen this powerful mini PC so cheap, and it’s all thanks to our exclusive discount
Deal Core i7 and Core i9 options are available for those who need a lot of power in a compact PC.
Lenovo Legion Tower 5i (Gen 8) review: Runs cool and quiet at 1440p but has one hidden weak spot
Review Lenovo's Legion Tower 5i (Gen 8) is built well, but some of the internal hardware choices leave something to be desired.
Best RAM for AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D and 7950X in 2024
Updated Help AMD's top-tier Ryzen 7000 CPUs reach their full potential with these excellent DDR5 RAM kits.
Why buy a full-size desktop when one of our favorite mini PCs is so cheap?
Mini PC Deal Geekom's XT12 Pro is a tiny powerhouse PC available for $100 less thanks to an exclusive Windows Central discount code.
Best RAM for AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and 7700X in 2024
Updated AMD's Ryzen 7 7800X3D and its Ryzen 7 7700X sibling only get better when paired with the right RAM.
Best Surface for students 2024: The perfect PC for heading back to school or college
Updated Microsoft's Surface PCs are stylish, functional, and powerful.
Best CPU coolers for Intel Core i5-12600K in 2024
Updated Intel's 12th Gen workhorse is still a very popular chip for gaming and productivity, and the right cooler can make all the difference.
Best motherboards for AMD Ryzen 9 7950X in 2024
7950X The Ryzen 9 7950X is a monstrous CPU that needs a specific socket and plenty of power, so I've rounded up the best AM5 motherboards with features for your budget.
Don't go back to school without AI in your laptop — one of the best Copilot+ PCs is $300 off
Back to school Copilot+ PCs feature advanced AI tools, but the real perks are outstanding efficiency and performance.
AMD Ryzen 9 9950X vs. Ryzen 9 7950X: The older Zen 4 CPU remains a great option for most users
Upgrade? The new Ryzen 9 9950X is a hard sell for those already using a 7950X.
Do you need to buy all of Office or is Word enough?
A few words... Microsoft lets you buy standalone core Office apps like Word, but it's clear that the Microsoft 365 subscription service is the company's first priority. Here's what you need to know.
"The world's most powerful CPU" is AMD's Ryzen 9 9950X, and it's now available to buy alongside its 9900X sibling
More Zen 5 CPUs A week after the launch of the Ryzen 5 and 7 chips comes AMD's high-performance Zen 5 hardware.
The ultimate used laptop buying guide: 11 tips to help you land the perfect PC
Save some 💵💵💵 Save some money with a used laptop that's as good as new.
Easily one of the best 2024 Windows laptops — the X1 Carbon — is a staggering 48% off
Student deal The X1 Carbon (Gen 12) is usually a tough sell due to its price, but the $1,257 Back to School discount makes it a lot easier.
