Computer & Laptop Reviews & Top Picks
Not sure which computer or laptop you should spring for? Whether you're a gamer, college student, business person or just need one for everyday use, let us help you find the right one for your needs.
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The Best Mini PCs for Gaming in 2024
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iPad Pro vs. MacBook Pro: What's the Difference?
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MacBook Air vs. MacBook Pro: What's the Difference?
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The Best 17-Inch Laptops of 2024
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M1 iMac Review
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The Best 17-Inch Laptops of 2024
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M1 iMac Review
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Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (M1, 2021) Review
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Lenovo Tab M10 FHD Plus (2020) Review
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Lenovo Tab M10 HD (2020) Review
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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Review
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HP Zbook Firefly 15 G8 Review
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Acer Predator Triton 300 SE Review
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Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Review
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Alienware Aurora R11 Review
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Razer Book 13 Review
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Lenovo ThinkPad X12 Detachable Review
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Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 Review
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Razer Blade Pro 17 Review
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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Review
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Dell XPS 13 7390 2-in-1 Review
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iBuypower Custom Gaming PC Review
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Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Fold Review
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Apple Mac mini (M1, 2020) Review
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Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch (M1, 2020) Review
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Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M1, 2020) Review
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Lenovo Chromebook Duet Review
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Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Review
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Raspberry Pi 400 Review
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Asus Zephyrus G14 Review
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APC Back-UPS 600VA BE600M1 Review
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Cyberpower CP685AVRG AVR UPS System Review
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LG Gram 17 Review
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Dell Inspiron 3671 Desktop Review
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Acer Chromebook 15 Review
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Asus Vivobook 11 Review
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Lenovo 130S Review
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Asus X441BA Review
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Lenovo Ideapad 14 Review
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HP Stream 14 Review
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Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 Laptop Review
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HP Chromebook 11 Review
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HP Stream 11 Review
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Dell Alienware Aurora R9 Review
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Dell G5 5090 Review
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The 6 Best Places to Buy a Laptop in 2024
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The Best Home Theater PCs of 2024
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The 8 Best Computer Brands of 2024
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APC Back-UPS Pro 1500VA Review
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Asus Chromebook C202SA Review
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Acer Chromebook R 11 Review
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HP Notebook 15 Review
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Acer Aspire E 15 Review
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Lenovo Ideapad 320 Review
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Lenovo Yoga A940 Review
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HP OMEN Obelisk Review
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Corsair One Pro Review
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Alienware Aurora R7 Review
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Acer Aspire C27 Review
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Microsoft Surface Studio 2 Review
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Apple iMac 21.5-inch 4K Review
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Google Pixelbook Go Review
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Razer Blade Stealth 13 Review
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Asus Chromebook Flip C302CA Review
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LG Gram 15.6-inch (2018) Review