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An AMD Radeon RX 6500XT placed on a motherboard.

GPU prices and availability (February 2023): how much are GPUs today?

You can finally buy a graphics card thanks to falling GPU prices. Here's how Nvidia and AMD GPU pricing look in February 2023.
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Alienware Aurora R15 review: fixing a critical issue

Alienware's long-running Aurora line sees iterative updates every year, but 2023 brings a critical change that makes it a much more attractive gaming desktop.
Two intel Arc graphics cards on a pink background.

Intel targets RTX 3060 takedown with Arc Alchemist price cut

Intel is slashing the price of its Arc A750 graphics card in an attempt to take down Nvidia's popular RTX 3060 graphics card.
Someone typing on the Alienware m18 laptop.

The first RTX 4080 laptops are much cheaper than we expected

Alienware finally debuted pricing for a trio of upcoming RTX 4080 laptops, and the prices are much cheaper than we originally anticipated.
The Alienware Aurora R10 Ryzen Edition Gaming Desktop, placed on a desk.

Save $600 on Alienware gaming PC with an RTX 3080 Ti today

Everyone knows that graphics cards are hard to come by right now, so skip the line and grab a whole new pre-built gaming PC.
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.
The Spawnies logo appears on an orange background.

The Spawnies are reimagining what a video game awards show looks like

Spawn On Me creator Kahlief Adams explains what sets The Spawnies apart from other video game award shows.
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.
Main character attacking with melee weapon.

How to eliminate enemies with no ranged weapons in Fortnite

A new Fortnite challenge for defeating an opponent without having a ranged weapon in your inventory has stumped players. Here's how it works.
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.
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.
Someone holding an Xbox One controller.

The best Xbox One controllers for 2023

Many controllers are available for the Xbox One, including gamepads from Microsoft and third-party controllers loaded with unique features. Here are the best.
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.
A Logitech speaker sitting beside a desktop computer.

The best gaming speakers for 2023

Picking the best gaming speakers means determining what's most important. Need RGB lighting? On a tight budget? These are our favorites to help you decide.
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.
Wolf in Fortnite.

Fortnite: Where to find wolves and how to tame them

Unsure where to find wolves in Fortnite? In this guide, we'll show you where to find wolves and how to tame them.
Frey uses fire magic in Forspoken.

RAM requirements are out of control in PC games — is it time to upgrade?

Yet another upcoming PC game is asking for an enormous amount of RAM. Is this really the new normal?
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ROG Flow X13 (2023) vs. ROG Zephyrus G14 (2023): compact gaming laptops

Asus has updated two of its most portable gaming powerhouses, the ROG Flow X13 and the ROG Zephyrus G14. Each has received updates, but which is the best?
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.
The ROG Zephyrus M16 on a white table.

ROG Zephyrus G16 vs. ROG Zephyrus M16: which to buy?

The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 and ROG Zephyrus M16 are similar gaming laptops in many ways, but the M16 has a few features that set it apart. It wins this shootout.
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 MSI Cyborg gaming laptop on a white table.

Here’s what kind of gaming laptop $1,000 will buy you this year

MSI has previewed a new gaming laptop that hits the $1,000 entry-level price for Nvidia RTX 40-series GPUs.
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.
The ROG Zephyrus M16 on a white table.

3 reasons why you should buy a gaming laptop in 2023

These three trends are making 2023 a great year to buy a new gaming laptop.
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.