
Cale Hunt
Cale Hunt brings to Windows Central more than eight years of experience writing about laptops, PCs, accessories, games, and beyond. If it runs Windows or in some way complements the hardware, there’s a good chance he knows about it, has written about it, or is already busy testing it.
Cale has published hundreds of reviews on Windows Central, and he has a clear understanding of what separates worthwhile products from those that are best avoided.
This allows him to efficiently curate buying guides and product advice, giving readers a no-nonsense look at the options that will best suit their needs.
When he isn’t in his office writing, tinkering with tech, or gaming, Cale enjoys playing acoustic guitar (he’s a sucker for Bluegrass music), reading novels, tending the garden, and providing his two cats some much-needed attention.
Latest articles by Cale Hunt

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.

This OLED Copilot+ laptop is down to $559 for a limited time
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Prices for Copilot+ PCs featuring Qualcomm Snapdragon X chips are generally impressive any day, but this limited deal at Best Buy knocks off another $300.

RTX 5060 Ti GPU designs leak showing a 16-pin power connector
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware NVIDIA's mid-range RTX 5060 Ti GPUs are expected to launch on April 16, and some of MSI's designs have leaked. Is that a 16-pin power connector I see?

AMD's Ryzen 8000HX mobile CPUs arrive at the perfect time
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware AMD's "Dragon Range Refresh" isn't much of a change from a hardware standpoint, but the new chips could help keep laptop prices within reason as tariffs rage.

Why it might be worth buying a GPU now before prices go up
By Cale Hunt published
Tariffs The GPU market is already a mess, and the currently inflated prices aren't going to get any better as more tariffs fall into place. Here's what you need to know.

These are the highest-rated Copilot+ PCs available now
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops Copilot+ PCs are here, and thanks to our in-depth testing we can confidently recommend the best Copilot+ laptops for you.

Dell's versatile AI laptop drops to just $429
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Laptop prices are expected to go up in the coming weeks due to tariffs, but for now, you can still find a sweet deal like $300 off an Inspiron 14 2-in-1.

Razer's Iskur V2 review: Not as comfortable as I expected
By Cale Hunt published
Review Razer made some notable changes to the Iskur V2 in the name of comfort, but are they enough? Here's my review after using it for a couple of weeks.

ASUS' RTX 5090 laptop has one feature I want to see everywhere
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops The new ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G835L) arrived over the weekend, and I couldn't wait to unbox it. Here are my early impressions.

NVIDIA's driver issues aren't exclusive to RTX 50-series GPUs
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware It's not just you. NVIDIA's Game Ready drivers are causing problems for countless users. Here's what you can do about it until NVIDIA offers an official fix.

Be sure to nab Microsoft's limited-edition 50th anniversary wallpapers
By Cale Hunt published
Microsoft @ 50 Microsoft turns 50 today, April 4, and part of the celebration includes new limited-edition wallpapers created by Microsoft designers and creators. Here's how to get them.

These NVIDIA RTX 5000 GPUs are available exclusively for Prime members
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware It's been hard to find NVIDIA's RTX 50-series GPUs ever since they launched, but Amazon's move will at least make shopping easier for Prime members.

NVIDIA's RTX 5090 laptops are a terrible value. Here's why.
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops Thinking about blowing all your money on a new laptop with NVIDIA's RTX 5090 mobile GPU inside? I'm here to tell you why that's worth reconsidering.

The best All-in-One (AIO) PCs in 2025
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC All-in-One PCs range greatly in terms of price and quality. I've collected the best of the best right here, including those we've favorably reviewed.

The best Core i9 laptops in 2025
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops Intel's Core i9 and Core Ultra 9 CPUs are among the industry's most powerful processors, and the laptops that feature them are phenomenal. These are our favorites that we've tested and reviewed.

The best 5G Windows laptops with LTE support in 2025
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops Windows laptops with 5G can keep you connected just about anywhere, even when you're outside of Wi-Fi range. They're perfect for professionals in all fields.

The most legendary business laptop is now 40% off
By Cale Hunt published
Deals When it comes to premium business laptops, the ThinkPad X1 Carbon is easily one of the best. Lenovo's Spring sale has slashed costs significantly, making it more desirable than ever.

LG heard you love TV, so it put one in its new OLED gaming monitors
By Cale Hunt published
Monitors LG just announced three new ultrawide OLED gaming monitors with webOS smart TV built right in. They're available to buy now, but you'd best bring a fat wallet.

These great laptops all have at least 32GB of RAM
By Cale Hunt, Zac Bowden last updated
Laptops Not everyone needs 32GB of RAM in their laptop, but if you’re focusing on creative apps or other intense multitasking jobs, it will make a big difference.

Lenovo's $449 convertible has 13+ hours of battery life
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Laptop prices are expected to rise in the coming weeks, and it might be wise to pick something up before you're priced out of the market. Lenovo's Yoga 7 2-in-1 is the perfect answer.

Don't buy NVIDIA's most powerful laptops until you read this
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops NVIDIA's RTX 50-series GPUs have entered laptops, and they're now available to buy. However, mobile RTX 5090 performance isn't nearly as high as I was expecting.

Why you might want to buy a new laptop sooner rather than later
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops Tariffs proposed and already in place are driving up the cost of tech, including laptops. Here's why you might want to invest before more tariffs arrive.

Intel's AI Assistant wants to help you beat tough games
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops Intel showed off some new details regarding its Core Ultra H and HX mobile chips, including an AI Assistant that makes use of an NPU to boost performance and help with difficult games.
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