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The M1-powered Mac Mini.

Apple Mac mini M2 buying guide: don’t make this mistake

The Apple Mac mini M2 is an impressive desktop, but don't make this critical mistake when picking one up.
A PC sitting next to a PS5 on a coffee table.

I built a couch gaming PC that puts the PS5 to shame — and you can too

You haven't been able to beat the PS5 with a custom PC for a couple of years, but now is the time for PCs to make a comeback. Here's the build you need.
A laptop sits on a desk with a Windows 11 wallpaper.

If you think PCs are dying, you haven’t been paying attention

Microsoft and Intel are down bad right now, but that doesn't mean it's time to declare that PCs are dead once again.
Frey is handcuffed and guarded in Forspoken.

Turns out DirectStorage isn’t killing frame rates in Forspoken after all

New performance testing shows that DirectStorage isn't actually killing your frame rate in Forspoken.
An Elgato 4K60 Pro capture card in a gaming rig.

The best capture cards for 2023: Xbox, PlayStation, and PC

One of the best capture cards will help you stream or record your gameplay at the highest possible quality. Here are the capture devices we recommend in 2023.
Apple Mac Mini M1 sitting on a desk.

Apple Mac Mini M2 vs. M1: don’t make a buying mistake

Apple's Mac Mini M2 offers better performance than the M1, but is the new desktop worth it with last-gen models going for bargain prices?
Frey using magic in Forspoken.

I can’t believe I’m recommending Forspoken on PS5 over PC

Forspoken's PC port includes additional features over the PS5 version, but you should stick with the console release if you want a smooth experience.
Dell G15 rear 3-quarter view.

Don’t wait on next-gen gaming laptops — here’s what you should buy instead

Next-gen gaming laptops are arriving in a few weeks, but you shouldn't wait on them. Here's why and the laptops you should buy instead.
A Mac Mini M2 being used for video editing.

Is Apple’s Mac Mini M2 any good? Here’s what reviews say

Apple's hotly-anticipated Mac Mini M2 launches in a matter of hours, but how does it hold up? The first batch of reviews is finally in.
The Asus ROG Azoth keyboard sitting among key switches and key caps.

Asus’ ROG Azoth is somehow better than my custom gaming keyboard

The Asus ROG Azoth combines mainstream features and enthusiast quality for a reasonable price.
A person's hands resting on a 2019 Dell XPS 13 laptop as it sits on a table.

The best 13-inch laptops for 2023

It doesn't matter if you're a student, gamer, or just an everyday user. Our list of the best 13-inch laptops has an option for everyone.
Control protagonist Jesse explores the game's facility.

DirectX 12 vs. DirectX 11: which is best for PC gaming?

DirectX 12 has been around for a few years, but some games still use DirectX 11. We break down differences between the graphics APIs so you know which to use.
DirectX 12 Ultimate logo.

What is DirectX, and why is it important for PC games?

DirectX is a bit of hidden tech that helps your game talk to your GPU. Here, we break down what DirectX is, and why DirectX 12 Ultimate is so important.
ChatGPT AI bot running a phone.

ChatGPT agrees: it shouldn’t write the articles you read

A story about AI-generated articles has taken the internet by storm, but AI bot ChatGPT itself says that AI shouldn't be used to generate content.
A gun shooting at robots in Atomic Heart.

The most demanding PC games we’re looking forward to in 2023

2023 brings Unreal Engine 5, new ray tracing options, and a slew of AAA releases. Here are the most demanding PC games we're looking at this year.
Cuphead running on a phone via GeForce Now.

GeForce Now Ultimate is a winner, even halfway across the country

Nvidia gave us early access to the upcoming GeForce Now Ultimate tier, and we pushed the service to its absolute limits to see how good it is.
RX 7900 XTX slotted into a test bench.

I switched to an AMD GPU for a month — here’s why I don’t miss Nvidia

I switched to AMD's new flagship GPU for a month, and after using it every day, I don't miss Nvidia as much as I thought I would.
A gaming monitor playing Forza Horizon 5.

Gaming monitors have been lying to us, and it’s time they stopped

Gaming monitors have been marketed with misleading specs and branding for years. Here's where I want to see gaming displays do better in 2023.
A side view of Samsung's Odyssey Neo G9 2023.

8K gaming monitors: here’s why you shouldn’t expect them in 2023

The start of 2023 brings the first hint of 8K gaming monitors, but we're still a few years away from 8K gaming displays being viable.
A student holding a wand in Hogwarts Legacy.

Another high-profile PC game calls for 32GB of RAM

Hogwarts Legacy's PC requirements are out, and they may prompt you to upgrade your PC before the game is here.
The Ryzen 5 7600X sitting among thermal paste and RAM.

AMD Ryzen 5 7600X vs. Ryzen 5 7600: is cheaper better?

The new Ryzen 5 7600 is a great processor, so much so that it makes the older Ryzen 5 7600X look like a complete waste of money.
A hand holding AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X3D processor.

AMD may have just leaked the Ryzen 9 7950X3D release date

AMD briefly posted a release date for its upcoming Ryzen 9 7950X3D on its website, but it may have been an accident.
A side view of Samsung's Odyssey Neo G9 2023.

Samsung Odyssey OLED 49 vs. Odyssey Neo G9 (2023)

Samsung's Odyssey OLED G9 and Odyssey Neo G9 (2023) are both 32:9 behemoth gaming monitors, but which one is the better option? We put them head-to-head.
Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 (2023) playing a racing simulator.

Samsung’s new Odyssey Neo G9 gaming monitor is beautiful, but it has a fatal flaw

Samsung's 2023 Odyssey Neo G9 is a beautiful monitor, and I loved seeing it at CES. It's just a shame that it might be dead on arrival when it releases.
Hyte Y60 LCD DIY kit installed in a case.

You can buy this LCD mod for one of the best PC cases now

The Hyte Y60 is one of the most popular PC cases on the market, and the company is now officially selling on the most popular mods running in the community.
The Samsung Odyssey OLED 49 in a blue-tinted room.

CES 2023 is a turning point for the dilemma between TVs and gaming monitors

CES 2023 brought a swath of new gaming monitors, and they're starting define the future of how monitors will be different than TVs.
Asus ROG Azoth gaming keyboard.

Why a gaming keyboard is my most anticipated CES 2023 product

Of all the things to get excited about at CES, a gaming keyboard? Here's why the ROG Azoth is my most anticipated product coming out of the show.
The Dell UltraSharp 6K monitor connected to a laptop on a desk.

The best monitors of CES 2023

Gaming monitors saw a huge boost a CES, but what about all the other displays? Here are the best monitors we've seen at CES 2023.
The Samsung Odyssey OLED 49 playing Fortnite.

The best gaming monitors of CES 2023

CES 2023 brings a swath of new gaming monitors featuring ultra-high refresh rates and OLED. Here are the best monitors we've seen at the show.
Razer's Edge 5G gaming device sitting on a table.

CES 2023: Razer Edge 5G is an impressive (and misguided) gaming handheld

We went hands-on with the Razer Edge at CES 2023, and found that it's an in impressive 5G cloud gaming handheld that still feels redundant.
A Lenovo Legion 5i Pro sitting on a shelf.

Lenovo’s CES 2023 Legion laptops include AI ‘graphical wizardry’

Lenovo is updating its Legion gaming laptops at CES 2023, including a new AI processor that the company says is capable of graphical wizardry.
AMD CEO Lisa Su delivering AMD's CES 2023 keynote.

AMD CES 2023: Ryzen 9 7950X3D, mobile Ryzen 7000, and more

AMD wrapped its CES 2023 keynote, and it was packed full of announcements, including the Ryzen 9 7950X3D, Ryzen 7000 mobile, and more.
Pads on the bottom of the Ryzen 9 7950X.

AMD’s new 65W processors fix Ryzen 7000’s biggest problems

AMD introduced a slate of new 65-watt processors during its CES keynote, and they solve the problems with Ryzen 7000 CPUs point-for-point.
AMD CEO Dr. Lisa Su showing the Ryzen 9 7950X3D at CES 2023.

AMD’s new Ryzen 9 7950X3D is up to 24% faster than Intel’s best

AMD introduced three new 3D V-Cache processors at its CES 2023 keynote, including the 16-core Ryzen 9 7950X3D.