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An AMD Radeon RX 6500XT placed on a motherboard.

GPU prices and availability (Q4 2023): How much are GPUs today?

You can finally buy a graphics card thanks to falling GPU prices. Here's how Nvidia, AMD, and Intel GPU pricing look in the fourth quarter of 2023.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
A game playing on the Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The key art from when Microsoft finally acquired Activision Blizzard.

Microsoft has acquired Activision Blizzard: What does that mean for you?

After nearly two years, Microsoft finally acquired Activision Blizzard. Here's what that means for players and Xbox's future.
Xbox acquired Activision Blizzard on January 18, 2022, and gained the rights to Call of Duty, Candy Crush, and more.

Microsoft finally closes its $69B Activision Blizzard acquisition

Microsoft confirmed that it has completed its acquisition of Activision Blizzard after nearly two years of scrutiny from regulators.
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.
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.
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.
Alienware ultrawide OLED on a desk.

My favorite gaming monitor just dropped to its lowest price — here’s why you should buy it

Alienware's 34 QD-OLED completely overhauled my gaming setup, and the monitor is on sale today for its lowest price ever.
Fortnite man.

Fortnite performance guide: best settings, fps boost, and more

Fortnite is a super-fast paced game and your PC needs to be fast enough to keep ahead of the storm. Here are the best settings to boost Fortnite performance.
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Corsair’s new gaming keyboard beats my $200 flagship

Corsair's K70 Core is a mainstream gaming keyboard that brings previously high-end features down to an affordable price.
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.
Alienware Aurora R16 sitting on a coffee table.

Alienware finally fixed the worst parts of its desktops

Alienware has totally redesigned its Aurora desktop with the R16, making it a much more competitive gaming PC in 2023.
A train moves through the countryside in Station to Station.

This cozy railroad management Steam game is a relaxing fall treat

Looking for a relaxing fall game? This cozy railroad management game might be exactly what you need.
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.
OptimumTech's Zeromouse alongside a regular mouse.

YouTuber claims that this ugly 3D-printed mouse is actually the best for gaming

This gaming mouse is supposed to be one of the best out there, but is it comfortable to use? According to the YouTuber who made it, yes, it is.
Ellie looking concerned.

Naughty Dog devs suffer layoffs, reportedly impacting Last of Us multiplayer spinoff

Naughty Dog is the latest video game studio suffering layoffs, with around 25 developers from multiple departments getting their contracts terminated.
A tweet showing Trump's lawyer with a gaming laptop.

Trump’s lawyer brought a gaming laptop to $250M fraud trial

Of all the places we'd expect to see a gaming laptop, President Trump's fraud trial was definitely not one of them.
An Asus TUF Gaming Z790 BTF motherboard with hidden connectors, shown from the front.

It’s time to stop ignoring your motherboard when building a PC

Motherboards range from cheap options to outrageously expensive, and while you don't need to break the bank, a pricier board is often worth the money.
A gaming PC with RGB synced lights running Apex Legends.

As an enthusiast, these are the apps every PC needs to have

Being a PC enthusiast, these are some of the most important apps and software I cannot live without.
MSI GT77 Titan (2023) playing Cyberpunk 2077.

Best MSI gaming laptop deals: Save on the Bravo, Delta and Stealth

MSI makes powerful gaming laptops for every price range. Check out what deals are currently available on their most popular models.
Monster Hunter Rise armor set.

The best PC games for 2023

From indie hits to massive AAA releases, our roundup of the best PC games has something for every type of gamer. These are the top PC games to play in 2023.
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.
A team groups up in Counter-Strike 2.

Counter-Strike 2 is now available on Steam for free after surprise launch

After a tease earlier this year, Counter-Strike 2 just got a surprise launch on Steam.
Someone using the Razer Blade 14 on a table.

Best Razer gaming laptop deals: Save on the Blade 14, 15, and 17

Don't skip out on Razer gaming laptop deals while you're searching for a new portable rig. These are the best deals on their best laptops.
The Last of Us 2 Ellie Gun

Video game voice actors are poised for a strike after successful SAG-AFTRA vote

SAG-AFTRA voted to approve a strike against the video game industry ahead of its next round of bargaining sessions.