
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

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.

Does Civilization 7 run on gaming handhelds?
By Cale Hunt last updated
Gaming Civilization 7 is the next entry in the legendary series, set to launch on February 11, 2025. Here's what you need to know about playing on handhelds.

Civilization 7 is the best playground for world domination
By Cale Hunt published
Review After more than 50 hours of playtime, I'm finding it easy to recommend Civilization 7 to friends and readers. Here's what I found after 50 hours of play.

Where to buy NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 GPUs
By Cale Hunt last updated
Hardware NVIDIA is set to launch the first two GPUs from its RTX 5000 "Blackwell" lineup. Here are the latest stock availability alerts for trusted retailers.

AMD's Radeon GPU opportunity has never been better
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware NVIDIA's RTX 5080 review embargo lifted today, and raw performance upticks aren't exactly impressive. It could be AMD's time to shine with RDNA 4.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 review: A new high-end for PC gamers
By Ben Wilson published
Review NVIDIA's redesigned RTX 5080 Founders Edition is the new king of the hill for PC gamers as the sensible enthusiast GPU if you can find it at its intended price.

How to pair your RTX 3070 with the perfect CPU
By Cale Hunt last updated
Hardware NVIDIA's RTX 3070 is still a fantastic GPU in 2025, but you'll want to pair it with a great processor to take your build to the next level. Here are the CPUs I like.

Retailers are clearing out RTX 40-series laptops
By Cale Hunt published
Laptops NVIDIA's next-gen GPUs launch on January 30, and retailers are clearing out RTX 40-series laptops. I found 5 great deals on some of our favorite gaming laptops.

Should you actually buy an RTX 5090 on launch day?
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware NVIDIA's RTX 5090 is a tempting piece of hardware, but it's certainly not the right choice for everyone.

What you need to know about Galaxy AI
By Cale Hunt last updated
Galaxy ecosystem The best PC, phone, and wearable AI ecosystem comes from Samsung.

We test a lot of SSDs, and Samsung's 990 Pro is hard to beat
By Cale Hunt last updated
Hardware With so many seemingly great options on the market, it can be tough to decide on a new SSD for your PC.

Will RTX 5000 stock shortages be NVIDIA's downfall?
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware Rumors about severe stock shortages don't bode well for Team Green.

AMD is busy improving software and FSR 4 support while we wait for RDNA 4
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware This could work out very well for AMD when RDNA 4 launches in March.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 review: +25% MSRP for +30% gains
By Ben Wilson published
Review The RTX 5090 FE sees a bump of +25% MSRP for around +30% performance and a gorgeous GPU redesign, but even if you find one, does anyone really need it?

My favorite CPUs are a perfect match for your NVIDIA RTX 4060
By Cale Hunt last updated
Hardware Upgrading or building a new PC with an NVIDIA RTX 4060 as the GPU? My list of top processors to pair with the RTX 4060 can help ensure you land the right chip for your system.

Get the best CPU for your NVIDIA RTX 3060 gaming PC
By Cale Hunt last updated
Hardware Pair a suitable processor with NVIDIA's affordable 30-Series graphics card.

Get the perfect CPU for your RTX 4070 with my buying advice
By Cale Hunt last updated
Hardware Let your RTX GPU realize its full potential with the perfect processor.

AMD's RDNA 4 GPUs arrive weeks after NVIDIA's RTX 5000
By Cale Hunt published
Hardware AMD is likely going to undercut NVIDIA's RTX 5070/Ti GPU prices, but will the strategy work?

How to choose the right motherboard for your Core i7-14700K
By Cale Hunt, Dan Rice last updated
Hardware Our picks to house your new CPU, whatever your needs or budget these are the best motherboards for i7 14700K.

How to get the best Surface PC when you head back to school
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops Microsoft's Surface PCs are stylish, functional, and powerful. Here are the best for school and college.
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