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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.

These two CPU coolers are my absolute favorites for custom PCs
By Ben Wilson last updated
Hardware CPU coolers are a necessity in custom-built desktop rigs, but choosing between the endless list of options is boring. Here are my two favorites.

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.

These are the very best accessories to get for Legion Go S
By Jennifer Young published
Gaming handhelds If you've just purchased a Legion Go S you'll be wanting the best accessories, here's our personal picks.

How different is the Legion Go 2 from the Legion Go S?
By Rebecca Spear last updated
Handhelds The Legion Go 2 is technically just a prototype right now, but we know enough of the current specs that we can compare it against the new Legion Go S.

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.

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.
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