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Monica J. White

Monica J. White

Computing Writer

Monica is a computing writer at Digital Trends, focusing on PC hardware. Since joining the team in 2021, Monica has written over 1,000 articles covering components, desktop PCs, laptops, and peripherals.

Her main area of interest is the graphics card market, including upcoming releases like Nvidia's RTX 50-series and AMD's RDNA 4. She loves digging into the latest leaks and speculating about specifications, pricing, and the future of GPU technology, such as DLSS 4. Monica also enjoys the challenge of breaking down complex concepts, and has written about things like chips made out of honey or parallel processing units that could make computers up to a hundred times faster.
 
Monica started her work in journalism almost 12 years ago. Although she has written about various topics, technology has always been at the forefront of her journalism career. Her work has appeared in publications such as SlashGear, WePC, Whop, Springboard, Tom's Hardware, Secure Data Recovery, and Pay.
 
Her love for tech started early, but her lifelong interest in gaming was first, with some largely unsuccessful attempts at playing Super Mario on the SNES when she was four. At 14, she already had a marked preference for PC gaming and managed to build her first desktop computer from scratch. Dozens of builds later, she's still a gamer and still loves the thrill when you put a PC together and power it on for the first time.

A UK native, Monica got her degree in English language and linguistics and then went on to get a master's in global media industries. She now lives in Poland, spending her free time either gaming until the early hours or hanging out with her dog.

Two RTX 4070 Ti Super graphics cards sitting next to each other.

Nvidia’s next-gen GPU plans could be good news for Intel and AMD

Power adapter on the RTX 4070 Ti Super graphics card.

Nvidia’s RTX 5070 Ti may trail behind the RTX 4080

The Alienware m16 R2 on a white desk.

Nvidia may keep producing one RTX 40 GPU, and it’s not the one we want

Despite various claims about Nvidia sunsetting the RTX 40-series, one GPU is said to stay in production.
Intel Arc A580 graphics card on a pink background.

Intel may be shipping Battlemage GPUs, but it’s not what it seems

Intel's next-gen Battlemage GPU just appeared in a shipping manifest, suggesting that the launch might be closer than expected.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU.

This may be your last chance to buy an RTX 40-series GPU at MSRP

According to a new report, Nvidia ended production for nearly all of the RTX 40-series GPUs, and the shipments are now at an end, too.
Four gaming mice, side-by-side.

I had to try 4 high-end gaming mice to find one I actually liked

Finding the right gaming mouse was a tumultuous journey for me. Here are the gaming mice that I tried and didn't stick to, plus the one I now use daily.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 is shown along with a hand holding the power cable adapter.

Corsair just spilled the beans on next-gen GPU requirements

Corsair spoke about its power supply units made to support next-gen graphics cards, and in the process, it revealed what we can expect.
RTX 4070 seen from the side.

Nvidia RTX 50-series GPUs: everything we know so far

Nvidia's upcoming RTX 50-series graphics cards are undoubtedly going to rival some of the best GPUs based on what we know so far.
A render of the new Ryzen AI 300 chip on a gradient background.

AMD Ryzen AI claimed to offer ‘up to 75% faster gaming’ than Intel

AMD just released some benchmarks that compare its Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor to Intel's Lunar Lake. In some games, the CPU offers up to twice the frame rates.
The RTX 4080 Super graphics card sitting on a pink background.

Nvidia just scaled down DLSS 3, and that’s a good thing

The latest GeForce drivers come with a new version of DLSS 3, and it's a lot smaller than the previous release. That's not a bad thing.
Three RTX 4080 cards sitting on a pink background.

Nvidia’s RTX 40-series is coming to an end

Unofficial sources are now claiming that the production of Nvidia's RTX 40-series is reaching its end. Only one GPU remains.
Two Zephyrus G16 laptops sitting next to each other.

AMD’s next-gen laptop GPU may rival Nvidia’s RTX 5090

According to a new leak, AMD is readying four RDNA 4 laptop graphics cards, and the top GPU might rival Nvidia's flagship in one key way.
The Razer Naga V2 Pro gaming mouse on a white background.

This is the most frustrating mouse I’ve ever owned, and I love it anyways

Razer's Naga V2 Pro is an excellent mouse, but learning to use it the right way turned out to be much more of a project than I ever expected it to be.
A hand grabbing MSI's RTX 4090 Suprim X.

We just got our first hint of the RTX 6090, but it’s not what you think

Nvidia's upcoming GPUs, including the RTX 5090 and the RTX 6090, just appeared in a filing -- but it's much too early to get excited.
Intel Arc A770 GPU installed in a test bench.

Intel’s Battlemage might beat Nvidia and AMD to the punch

A new leak implies that Intel Arc Battlemage might arrive soon, and that could give Intel an unexpected edge over AMD and Nvidia.
The AMD Ryzen 5 9600X between two finger tips.

AMD Ryzen 5 9600X is now almost $50 cheaper than it was two months ago

The prices of Zen 5 CPUs are dropping fast, and the midrange Ryzen 5 9600X just received another discount.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang with an RTX 4090 graphics card.

Nvidia’s RTX 50-series may launch ‘soon,’ whatever that means

A cryptic update from a reputable leaker implies that Nvidia's RTX 50-series might be here soon -- but what does that even mean?
OneXFly F1 Pro gamig handheld.

Ryzen AI nearly hits 60 fps in Black Myth: Wukong, but it’s not that simple

The AMD Ryzen AI HX 370 appeared in a new gaming handheld, averaging 60 fps in a demanding game -- but there are a few things to consider.
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger presents Intel's roadmap including Arrow Lake, Lunar Lake, and Panther Lake.

Intel CEO says that Lunar Lake was ‘a one-off’

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger talked about the company's upcoming products during its latest earnings call, revealing its plans for Panther Lake and Nova Lake.
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D installed in a motherboard.

AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D may come with a price hike

The possible pricing for AMD's upcoming Ryzen 7 9800X3D was just revealed, and we're looking at a price hike -- but it could've been worse.
AMD RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT graphics cards.

AMD RDNA 4: everything we know so far about the RX 8000 series

AMD's next-gen RDNA 4 graphics cards are coming soon, but they're still shrouded in mystery. Here's everything we know about RDNA 4.
AMD Ryzen 9 3900x pins.

Here’s everything to consider when buying a CPU in 2024

Your CPU is at the center of your computer, handling the underlying math that makes your machine tick. In this guide, we show you how to choose a CPU.
AMD CEO Lisa Su delivering AMD's CES 2023 keynote.

AMD CEO teases RDNA 4 release as gaming revenue drops by 69%

AMD CEO Lisa Su just put an end to all speculation about the release date of AMD's upcoming graphics cards, while also revealing more about their performance.
AMD presenting its new Turin CPUs.

AMD may completely dominate CES 2025

AMD has a lot of new products up its sleeve, and they're all said to be making an appearance during CES 2025, including CPUs, GPUs, and APUs.
A Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop on a coffee table.

Next-gen laptops may have a weird mix of components

Upcoming gaming laptops should feature a lot of updates, but it's possible that they won't be next-gen all across the board.
RTX 3080 Ti in front of a window.

It’s finally time to stop buying Nvidia’s RTX 30-series GPUs

Even though Nvidia's RTX 30-series once held some of the best graphics cards, it's time to stop buying these GPUs once and for all.
Apple's Craig Federighi speaking about macOS security at WWDC 2022.

Apple will pay up to $1M to anyone who hacks its AI cloud

Apple is challenging security researchers to try and hack its AI cloud, and there's a huge bounty up for grabs.
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D held between fingertips.

New 9800X3D leak: ‘Strong generational boost in games’ is just 8%

AMD's estimates for the performance of the Ryzen 7 9800X3D were just leaked, and they might cause mixed feelings.
RTX 4090.

Everything you need to know about buying a GPU in 2024

Picking the right graphics card is crucial if you want to make the most out of your PC. Our comprehensive guide will help you through that process.
A render for an Intel Arrow Lake CPU.

Not this again: Intel Arrow Lake may have instability issues

We thought we'd seen the last of Intel instability issues with Raptor Lake, but Arrow Lake may have some problems of its own.
The Intel logo on the Arc A770 graphics card.

Intel Arc Battlemage finally shows signs of life

Leaks about Intel's upcoming Arc Battlemage GPUs have been very scarce, but the graphics cards finally showed up in Intel's drivers.
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D installed in a motherboard.

AMD confirms 9000X3D release date — but questions remain

AMD just announced the release date for the 9000X3D series, but there are still a few questions as retailers begin listing the new CPU.
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics card.

If AMD lets Nvidia run rampant, we’re all in trouble

A healthy rivalry between AMD and Nvidia might be the only thing that protects Nvidia enthusiasts from disastrous prices.
The RTX 4090 graphics card on a table alongside a set of cables held in hand.

Nvidia’s RTX 5090 may not be such a power-hungry beast after all

We've heard many outlandish predictions about the power draw of the RTX 5090, but a PSU maker says that it may not be as bad as expected.