How to start Windows 11 in Safe Mode
If Windows 11 isn't performing as it should, then you can diagnose things by booting the operating system into Safe Mode. Here's how to do just that.
MSI and Asus just flipped the script for their OLED gaming monitors
MSI and Asus are joining the ranks of LG, Samsung, and Alienware by adding extended burn-in protection for their OLED gaming monitors.
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 review: as ridiculous as I hoped it would be
The 2024 Asus ROG Strix Scar 18 takes advantage of everything an 18-inch gaming laptop can -- and that's exactly why it shines.
I hate low-profile keyboards, but Asus’ latest has converted me
Low-profile mechanical keyboards haven't been my jam, but the new Asus ROG Falchion RX LP could change that.
AMD has a lot to prove this year
AMD has recently launched several products and has big plans for the upcoming years, but there are deep cracks beneath that surface.
How to add external games to your Steam library
Steam has most PC games, but it doesn't have them all. You'll need to know how to add external games to your Steam library to have your collection in one spot.
The best mechanical keyboards you can buy
Selecting the right keyboard can be difficult given all the available options. These are the best mechanical keyboards for fast and accurate typing experiences.
Alienware 27 QD-OLED review: making the best even better
Alienware has enjoyed two years at the top of the heap of best gaming monitors, and with the 27 QD-OLED, it might enjoy another two.
Lenovo just made my favorite gaming laptop even better
At CES 2024, Lenovo is making the highest-reviewed laptop we used last year even better with an upgraded CPU and new dedicated AI chip.
I tried the world’s lightest 14-inch gaming laptop — here’s what surprised me
HP claims its new Omen Transcend 14 is the world's lightest 14-inch gaming laptop. Here's what surprised me after spending some time with the laptop.
How to speed up your graphics card
The GPU is your best friend when it comes to PC gaming as it does most of the heavy lifting. Here's how you can speed up your graphics card.
What is an NPU? Here’s why everyone’s suddenly talking about them
CPU, GPU, NPU; what are they, and how NPUs will change the future of computer chips.
Intel isn’t giving up on GPUs yet
A new slide reaffirms that Intel is still working on its Arc GPUs, and we could see next-gen Battlemage cards surprisingly soon.
This was the most exciting gaming laptop I reviewed in 2023
I review dozens of gaming laptops every year, but no laptop stood out to me in 2023 quite like the Lenovo Legion 9i.
Intel is cooking up an exciting DLSS 3 rival
At Siggraph Asia 2023, Intel introduced a research paper that details an exciting rival to Nvidia's popular DLSS 3.
The first Core Ultra handheld gaming PC is already coming
We already have details on a handheld gaming PC sporting one of Intel's new Core Ultra CPUs.
This was the weirdest, most exciting laptop I reviewed this year
Of the 40 or so laptops I reviewed in 2023, the HP Spectre Foldable PC was the laptop that stands out the most. If only it were more affordable.
I’m shocked how good this $180 GPU is
We haven't seen a true budget GPU in a few years, but Intel's Arc A580 fills that gap with compelling 1080p performance at a fantastic price.
Intel said AMD’s Ryzen 7000 is snake oil
A new marketing playbook from Intel compares AMD's Ryzen 7000 mobile processors to snake oil.
After this year, I finally understand why people buy prebuilt gaming PCs
I love PC building, but even I can't deny that it's now harder than ever to build a good gaming PC.
PCs are back, baby
After seven quarters of decline, a new forecast shows a surge in growth for PCs in the near future.
Asus’ forgotten ROG Ally is now totally worth the money
The Asus ROG Ally with the Ryzen Z1 wasn't very good when it released, but a refreshed price makes it the best deal you can find on a handheld gaming PC.
Graphics terms every PC gamer should know
There are dozens of graphics terms PC gamers need to keep track of. We rounded them up so you know what to look for while playing games.
Why the latest rival handheld still can’t beat the ROG Ally
The Lenovo Legion Go is one of the most impressive handhelds we've seen, but further testing reveals it exhibits some strange behavior compared to the ROG Ally.
Upgrade your PC or start from scratch? Here’s our definitive guide on the question
If your PC isn't cutting it anymore, it might be time to upgrade. But should you start from scratch or replace certain components? Let's find out.
A typo is ruining this $700 Asus motherboard — but there’s a fix
Weeks after the motherboard released, users are discovering that the Asus ROG Maximus Z790 EVA-02 motherboard features an embarrassing spelling mistake.
Don’t waste your money. These are the best GPUs to buy on a budget
GPUs continue to get expensive, but the best budget GPUs still deliver excellent performance at a reasonable price.
The HP Omen 16 is an unfortunate pricing mishap
The HP Omen 16 is a solid performer, but it doesn't manage to balance premium price with equally premium features.
I tested Intel’s new overclocking tool, and it does AI all wrong
Intel's new AI Assist feature, which promises higher overclocking performance with the touch of a button, doesn't seem to be doing much.
Intel’s next-gen GPUs are its first real shot at being the best
Intel has slowly been building a foundation for its next-gen Battlemage GPUs, which provide its first real shot at budget-minded PC gamers.
The ‘AI PC’ is coming for you, whether you like it or not
Executives from Lenovo and AMD give their thoughts on what defines an AI PC and how soon consumers can see it on the market.
‘Compact Mode’ can’t fix the Xbox app. Here’s what could
Microsoft revealed a new Compact Mode to enhance the Xbox app on Windows, but the app's problems run much deeper.
Why I refuse to buy a gaming laptop, even though I need one
Gaming laptops can be great, but despite having some use for one, I still refuse to buy one. Here's why.
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.