
Ben Wilson
Ben is a Senior Editor at Windows Central, covering everything related to technology hardware and software. He regularly goes hands-on with the latest Windows laptops, components inside custom gaming desktops, and any accessory compatible with PC and Xbox. His lifelong obsession with dismantling gadgets to see how they work led him to pursue a career in tech-centric journalism after a decade of experience in electronics retail and tech support.
Forever a Windows XP fan who cut his teeth by helping his family transition from Windows 3.1 to Windows 95 with a stack of floppy disks and paper manuals, he's dedicated to Microsoft's operating system and everything remotely compatible. If he isn't covering AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm processors or dabbling in Valve's Linux-based Steam Deck handheld, he's probably playing Euro Truck Simulator 2 for some low-speed (but realistic) thrills.
Latest articles by Ben Wilson

Copilot now offers AI app comparisons in the Microsoft Store
By Ben Wilson last updated
LIVE Microsoft continues to update Windows 11 and its related apps, so we're tracking the latest changes, new features, and any news related to the operating system.

MSI Claw audio bugs are now fixed, thanks to Intel's Arc GPU driver
By Ben Wilson published
PC Gaming Intel's latest Arc graphics driver, version 32.0.101.6877, fixes "audio glitches" on compatible Core Ultra Series 2 gaming handhelds.

Lenovo's Yoga 7i 16-inch 2-in-1 laptop drops the ball on its headline feature
By Ben Wilson published
Review The 16-inch Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 (16ILL10) falls short on its most attractive feature, but there are redeeming qualities hidden within this laptop.

Intel Arc is ready for Elden Ring Nightreign with this GPU driver
By Ben Wilson published
PC Gaming Intel's latest Arc "Game On" graphics driver, version 32.0.101.6795, supports Elden Ring Nightreign, Dune: Awakening, and F1 25 ahead of their launches on PC.

Memorial Day Weekend deals on my favorite Windows and Xbox tech
By Ben Wilson last updated
Deals I'm tracking the hottest Memorial Day sale discounts on Windows PCs and Xbox gaming accessories, highlighting deals on our favorite tech.

The best gaming laptops in 2025 will change the way you play
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops With one of the best gaming laptops in your hands, you can forget about needing a bulky desktop rig. From budget options to elite picks, here are our favorites.

Need a laptop for video meetings? These are the best we've tested.
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops If you're in need of a great PC to use for video conferencing and Zoom meetings, these top-rated laptops we reviewed won't disappoint.

Intel Arc GPUs are ready for DOOM: The Dark Ages Premium Edition
By Ben Wilson published
PC Gaming Intel's latest Arc "Game On" GPU driver 32.0.101.6793 supports DOOM: The Dark Ages Premium Edition ahead of its full release on PC.

Who needs a full tower when these mini PCs are so good?
By Rebecca Spear, Cale Hunt last updated
PC Mini PCs are an excellent alternative to full-size desktop PCs, eliminating empty space inside a tower while also keeping the price way down. Here are the best we've tested so far at Windows Central.

WD_BLACK SN8100 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD review: Doubling my Gen 4 read speeds
By Ben Wilson published
Review SanDisk's WD_BLACK SN8100 PCIe 5.0 NVMe M.2 2280 "game drive" SSD delivers double the read speeds of my Gen 4 favorite, but comes with a trade-off.

New AMD Radeon GPU driver adds DOOM support and FSR 4 to Frostpunk 2
By Ben Wilson published
PC Gaming AMD's latest Radeon "Adrenaline Edition" GPU driver 25.5.1 supports FSR 4 (FidelityFX Super Resolution 4) upscaling tech to Frostpunk 2 and more PC hits.

End of 10 urges Windows 10 users to consider Linux in an age-old debate
By Kevin Okemwa published
Windows 10 A small team named "End of 10" recommends switching to Linux as Windows 10's death looms instead of buying a new PC, promoting an absence of ads and telemetry.

Amazon Gaming Week deals and price-busting competitors
By Ben Wilson last updated
Deals Amazon Gaming Week offered hot deals on Xbox and PC gaming at Amazon and its price-matching rivals, so we rounded up the best savings LIVE.

Here are the best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing in 2025
By Zachary Boddy last updated
PC Gaming The best pre-built gaming PCs for sim racing will offer a more personalized experience than a console. Grab a ready-made computer and hit the racetrack.

Take-Two shares drop as Rockstar Games delays the launch of GTA 6
By Ben Wilson published
Gaming Take-Two Interactive (TTWO) shares dropped in pre-market trading today after Rockstar Games announced a launch delay for Grand Theft Auto VI.

New NVIDIA GeForce GPU driver fixes RTX 50 Series bugs and "grey screen crashes"
By Ben Wilson published
PC Gaming NVIDIA's new GeForce "Game Ready" graphics driver 576.28 25.4.1

Is Bluesky down? — LIVE status updates for bsky.app
By Ben Wilson last updated
LIVE Bluesky has been a popular alternative to X (Twitter), but it had suffered downtime for most users.

New AMD Radeon GPU driver adds FSR 4 to Oblivion Remastered
By Ben Wilson published
PC Gaming AMD's new Radeon "Adrenaline Edition" graphics driver 25.4.1 supports FSR 4 upscaling tech on The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered and other recent PC favorites.

New Intel Arc GPU driver update supports Oblivion Remastered
By Ben Wilson published
PC Gaming Intel's new Arc "Game On" driver 32.0.101.6737 supports The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered and recent Game Pass hit "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33" on PC.

These are the best keyboards we've tested so far
By Cale Hunt last updated
Accessories With countless options on the market, choosing a new keyboard for your PC can be daunting. I curated this list of the best we've tested for a wide range of uses.

Intel agrees to a $4.46 billion sale for 51% stake in Altera
By Ben Wilson published
Industry Intel's CEO calls it a "commitment to sharpening our focus" as the company continues its revitalization efforts in the United States.

Don't let glare interfere; these top laptops all have bright screens
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops These high-scoring laptops have some of the brightest screens on the market.

Intel Arc driver update improves MSI Claw handheld performance
By Ben Wilson published
PC Gaming Intel Arc driver 32.0.101.6734 improves "performance and frame pacing" on devices using Core Ultra 200V chips.
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