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Alan looks surprised in Alan Wake 2.

23% of PC gamers probably can’t play Alan Wake 2. Here’s why

Alan Wake 2 looks like a demanding game, but new details reveal just how taxing the upcoming Remedy title could be.
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The ultrawide Alienware 34 QD-OLED against a backdrop.

Alienware is playing coy with its two new QD-OLED monitors

Alienware teased two new QD-OLED gaming monitors, which should launch in January of next year. Here's what we know about them so far.
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windows isnt future of handheld gaming pcs dt respec holding back

Windows is holding back the future of handheld gaming

Handheld gaming PCs are getting increasingly popular, and although some rely on Windows 11, that OS isn't the future for this form factor.
Computing Features
Nvidia's RTX 4070 graphics cards over a pink background.

This underrated Nvidia GPU is still the one to buy

We have full product lineups from AMD and Nvidia now, and with the launches behind us, there's one clear GPU that stands above others.
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Razer Core X Chrome next to a MacBook.

The best external GPUs for your laptop in 2023

The best external GPUs offer the power you need to turn your laptop into a full-fledged desktop. Here are the top five options.
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A person holding the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X.

AMD’s new CPUs decisively end the high-performance battle with Intel

AMD revealed that it's bringing Threadripper CPUs back to high-end desktops, and Intel still doesn't have a way to compete.
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An AMD GPU and CPU, sharing power while gaming.

AMD finally announced the GPU I’ve waited months for

After several quiet months, AMD is stepping up to the plate with a new laptop graphics card that squarely targets the RTX 4080.
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Intel Core i9-13900K held between fingertips.

I tested the Intel Core i9-14900K against the Core i9-13900K, and it’s not pretty

Intel's new Core i9-14900K is the fastest desktop CPU from Team Blue, but is it worth upgrading from the Core i9-13900K? We break down the differences.
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Intel Core i5-14600K processor inside its socket.

It’s the end of an era for Intel

After 15 years with the same branding, the launch of the Core i9-14900K and Core i5-14600K mark the end of an era for Intel.
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Intel Core i5-14600K processor inside its socket.

Intel Core i9-14900K and Core i5-14600K review: a solid stopgap

Intel's new Core i9-14900K and Core i5-14600K close the gap with the competition from AMD, but they provide little reason to jump ship.
Computing Reviews
The AI features in Windows 11 for Teams

In the year of AI, is background blur really the best we can do?

2023 has definitively been the year of AI, but with a new generation of hardware promising AI accelerators, what will we actually use them for?
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Lenovo Legion 9i front view showing RGB lighting.

Lenovo’s Legion 9i is a 10. Here’s why it beats every other gaming laptop

The Lenovo Legion 9i manages to nail almost every aspect of being a desktop replacement, all without sacrificing being a solid laptop.
Computing Reviews
The Hyte Y40 PC case sitting on a table.

As a pro PC builder, here are 5 building tips no one tells you

You can dig up hundreds of guides on how to build a PC, but they don't cover some minor tips that are critical to keep in mind.
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Counter-Strike Global Offensive running on the Alienware 500Hz gaming monitor.

AMD’s new anti-lag tech could land you with a ban in games

It's confirmed: Using AMD's new Anti-Lag+ feature in Counter-Strike 2 will result in your account being banned.
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The Command Prompt on screen during Windows 11 installation.

This simple keyboard shortcut could save you when installing Windows 11

Windows 11 includes a ton of useful shortcuts, but what do you do when you're stuck in the installer? This shortcut can help you out of a bind.
Computing Features
Motorcycles chasing in Watch Dogs Legion.

All ray tracing games on PC: AMD Radeon and Nvidia RTX ray tracing

Nvidia RTX ray tracing helps the lighting in games look more realistic, but only certain games support the feature. We rounded up all of them.
Computing Guides
Uncharted Legacy of Thieves collection running on Samsung Odyssey Neo G8.

4K gaming monitors are getting cheaper, but I still won’t buy one

Over the past couple of years, the prices of 4K gaming monitors have dropped dramatically. But you still shouldn't buy one.
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Sony InZone Buds sitting among other earbuds.

Sony just made all other wireless gaming earbuds obsolete

Sony's new InZone Buds are the first true wireless earbuds that meet the bar for a premium, low latency gaming experience.
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Meta Quest 3 sitting on a display table.

How to preorder the Meta Quest 3

Meta's Quest 3 is arriving soon. Here's how to secure your Meta Quest 3 preorder to make sure you can use the headset on release day.
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Hero art for Forspoken

I can’t get excited about AMD’s next version of FSR anymore

Nearly a year after it was announced, AMD's FSR 3 is here. But it feels like yet another promise for what the feature could be in the future.
Computing Features
Alienware Aurora R16 sitting on a coffee table.

Alienware Aurora R16 review: almost the final form

Alienware has totally redesigned its Aurora desktop with the R16, making it a much more competitive gaming PC in 2023.
Computing Reviews
Steelseries Alias and Alias Pro sitting on a table.

SteelSeries’ new mic is better than my $700 setup

I've been using a Shure SM7B for years, but Steelseries' new Alias Pro is challenging my expensive setup for half the price.
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 2 sitting on a table.

Surface Laptop Studio 2 review: Microsoft’s latest is faster, but is it better?

Microsoft's updated Surface Laptop Studio 2 boasts better specs and performance, but it isn't the update we've waited nearly two years for.
Computing Reviews
Several Chromebook Plus devices sitting by each other.

Google is changing everything you know about Chromebooks

Google's long-rumored update to Chromebooks is finally here, and it's bringing some massive changes to the range.
Computing News
The Steam Deck sitting on a table with a custom backplate.

I modded the hell out of my Steam Deck, and it’s so much better

I've been using my Steam Deck since it first showed up in the mail, but it quickly became my favorite device after performing a few mods.
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The Asus ROG Strix G17 playing Forza Horizon 5.

You can’t buy more gaming muscle for the dollar than this sleeper Asus laptop

The Asus ROG Strix G17 shouldn't be among the best gaming laptops, but one configuration stands out as a supreme value.
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Special K mod in Lies of P

This ‘Swiss Army Knife’ app transformed how I play PC games

PC games usually arrive with problems, but there's an app that can solve most PC gaming woes with a couple of clicks.
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A game playing on the Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop.

Nvidia is cheating with its GPUs, and that’s great for laptops

Nvidia's new laptop graphics cards are powerful, but they recieve the biggest boost from DLSS 3, especially in machines traditionally built for gaming.
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Microsoft Copilot allows you to ask an AI assistant questions within Office apps.

I saw the AI future of Windows 11, and it blew me away

We all know Microsoft is going deep on AI with Windows 11, but I never expected to enjoy that journey so much.
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Reflections on the street in Cyberpunk 2077.

Nvidia’s DLSS 3.5 update is what ray tracing always wanted to be

Nvidia's DLSS 3.5 is a game changer for ray tracing, but that assumes you have the hardware to turn on the feature in the first place.
Computing Features
The Eero 7 Max works with Wi-Fi 7.

Amazon’s Eero Max 7 router is ridiculously expensive

Amazon's new Eero Max 7 router promises a huge boost in speeds, but it comes in at an insane price that many won't be able to afford.
Computing News
Corsair H100i AIO installed on a CPU.

These are the best AIO liquid coolers for your PC in 2023

The best AIO coolers not only keep your CPU cool but also keep noise levels low. Here are some of the best all-in-one liquid coolers in 2023.
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A side view of Samsung's Odyssey Neo G9 2023.

Should you wait for the 2023 Samsung Odyssey Neo G9, or buy last year’s model?

Samsung's updated Odyssey Neo G9 is available for preorder, but is it worth waiting? We break down the differences between the new model and its predecessor.
Computing Guides
Microsoft Corporate VP of Devices Panos Panay holding up a Surface Book.

Microsoft’s executive shake-up casts a shadow on upcoming Surface event

Microsoft announced a major executive shake-up with Panos Panay leaving, and it puts the company's upcoming Surface event in a strange spot.
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