
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

Acer announces a 10% price increase on all of its laptops
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops Acer CEO and Chairman, Jason Chen, announced a 10% price increase on its laptops sold in the US. This comes as an answer to US President Trump's 10% tariff on Chinese goods.

Don't want to spend big on a Surface Pen? These are the best alternatives.
By Cale Hunt last updated
Surface The Surface Pen and Surface Slim Pen are still the best options for Surface PCs, but alternatives keep getting better and usually don't cost nearly as much. Here are my favorites.

Get the right motherboard for your Ryzen 7 7950X and 7950X3D
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X and 7950X3D are monster CPUs that need a specific socket and plenty of power, so I've rounded up the best AM5 motherboards for your budget.

Is the refreshed Zenbook Duo still the best dual-screen PC?
By Cale Hunt, Ben Wilson published
Review Refreshed for 2025, the Zenbook Duo remains an example of engineering expertise. But do Intel's new "Arrow Lake" chips make a difference?

NVIDIA RTX 5090 graphics cards are melting (again), but why?
By Ben Wilson, Cale Hunt published
PC Gaming Who's to blame for this recurring nightmare with NVIDIA's RTX 12VHPWR and 12V-2x6 GPU power cables?

RTX 50-who? Dell's stellar RTX 4080 gaming laptop is $500 off.
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Alienware's m18 R2 with Core i9-14900HX CPU, RTX 4080L GPU, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and QHD+ display with 165Hz refresh rate won't be on sale very long.

Need a home for your Core i9-14900K? Check out my favorite motherboards.
By Cale Hunt last updated
Hardware Pair your flagship Intel CPU with the right motherboard to maximize performance.

NVIDIA's RTX 5070 could be delayed until March according to a new rumor
By Cale Hunt published
PC NVIDIA's RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 launch weren't exactly smooth, and a new rumor suggests that the RTX 5070 has now been delayed until March. Here's what you need to know.

Intel's Core i5-14600K excels when paired with Z790 or B760 motherboards
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC Intel's Core i5-14600K CPU is a midrange CPU that pairs well with Z790 and B760 motherboards. I've put together this list with a wide range of prices and features to help you decide.

Don't let your AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D suffer from sub-par RAM
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC AMD's Zen 4 chips are made for DDR5 RAM, and I found the best kits with a wide range of prices.

Don't buy the wrong RAM for your Ryzen 9 7950X or 7950X3D
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC Help AMD's top-tier Ryzen 7000 CPUs reach their full potential with these excellent DDR5 RAM kits.

HP might already have the best laptop deal of the year
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Despite a business focus, HP's EliteBook 860 G11 should appeal to nearly everyone thanks to a massive 65% discount. That includes a Core Ultra 7 and 64GB of RAM.

Get the right motherboard for your AMD Ryzen 7 9700X
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC AMD's Ryzen 7 9700X is one of the latest CPUs from Team Red, and it can take advantage of all of the best features from AM5 motherboards. Here are my top recommendations for your next PC build.

Here's how to get the best deal on Civilization VII for PC and Xbox
By Cale Hunt published
Gaming Civilization 7 launches fully on February 11, and you don't need to pay full price for any of the versions. Here's what you need to know to save some money.

These are the best 2-in-1 laptops we've tested and reviewed
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops Need a notebook that can also act as your tablet? Need more than one screen? These 2-in-1 laptops are the best we've reviewed so far.

UPDATE: NVIDIA is investigating reports of faulty RTX 50-series GPUs
By Cale Hunt last updated
Hardware Just a few days after the official RTX 5090 launch, some early adopters are reporting black screens and unrecognized hardware. Here's what you need to know.

Need a new PC? One of these pre-built desktops we tested might do the trick.
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC Pre-built PCs come in many shapes and sizes, from budget options for homework to premium builds with power for gaming. Here are the best we've reviewed.

Win your first game of Civilization 7 with my tips and tricks
By Cale Hunt published
Gaming Civilization 7 brings major changes to core mechanics, and I'm here to guide you with 17 tips and tricks that benefit newcomers and veterans alike.

Acer's new gaming laptops feature NVIDIA RTX 5070/Ti mobile GPUs
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops The Predator Helios Neo 16/18 AI laptops are headed our way complete with NVIDIA's new Blackwell GPUs.

Can RDNA 4 GPUs save AMD's struggling PC gaming division?
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware Revealed in an earnings call, AMD's gaming branch is losing money fast. That should change when it launches new RDNA 4 GPUs, now confirmed for "early March."

Here's what critics are saying about Civilization 7
By Cale Hunt published
Gaming Civilization 7's review embargo has lifted, and the reception has so far been generally positive. Here are some standout reviews to help you make up your mind.

EA wants to save Battlefield, but will the plan work?
By Cale Hunt published
Gaming The next Battlefield game needs your help to succeed, and Battlefield Labs is the solution. Here's what it entails and details on how you can sign up now.

Didn't get an RTX 5090 or 5080? Try one of these pre-builts instead.
By Cale Hunt last updated
PCs NVIDIA launched its new RTX 5090 and RTX 5080 GPUs on January 30, and they immediately sold out. These pre-built PCs are now your best shot at landing the new GPUs.
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