
Rich Edmonds
Rich Edmonds was formerly a Senior Editor of PC hardware at Windows Central, covering everything related to PC components and NAS. He's been involved in technology for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about the magic inside a PC chassis. You can follow him on Twitter at @RichEdmonds.
Latest articles by Rich Edmonds

How to add Discord bots to your server
By Ben Wilson published
Bots Running a Discord server can be overwhelming, but bots can simplify the process. Follow my easy steps to choose and install the bot of your choice.

Monoprice Monolith MTM-100 review: Big size, massive sound
By Rich Edmonds published
Review Monoprice's Monolith MTM-100 speaker system is a 2.0 desk setup with integrated subs and up to 100W of total power output. Boy, do these things get loud.

Best motherboards for AMD Ryzen 9 5950X in 2022
By Rich Edmonds last updated
To use the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X CPU, you'll need a compatible motherboard. The new Ryzen 5000 Series processors work with 500-series motherboards, and we rounded up our favorites.

ASUS TUF Gaming CU4K30 review: Brilliant external video capture on a budget
By Rich Edmonds published
The ASUS TUF Gaming CU4K30 is a capture device capable of handling feeds of up to 4K. Whether or not it's worth your time and money can be determined with our in-depth review.

How to pick the right AMD Ryzen CPU for your PC
By Rich Edmonds last updated
AMD returned to the processor battlefield with the Zen family of CPUs under the Ryzen umbrella. There are several options across multiple price points. Here's what you need to know about the family.

Intel Core i9-13900K vs. AMD Ryzen 9 7900X: Which CPU is best?
By Rich Edmonds published
Looking for the best of Intel or AMD? You're likely considering the Intel Core i9-13900K vs. AMD Ryzen 9 7900X. Here's all you need to know.

MSI MEG Ai1300P review: The first ATX 3 PSU from MSI is a winner for enthusiasts
By Rich Edmonds published
MSI has released the company's first ATX 3.0 and PCIe 5.0 specified power supply. What makes this better than an ATX 3.0 PSU? Read our in-depth review for all the details.

Intel Core i9-13900K vs. AMD Ryzen 9 7950X: Which CPU is best?
By Rich Edmonds published
Intel v AMD Should you choose the Intel or AMD flagship CPU? This guide will showcase all the similarities and differences.

AMD Ryzen 7 7700X vs. Ryzen 9 7950X: Which CPU is best?
By Rich Edmonds published
AY EM DEE AMD's Ryzen 7000 series of desktop processors are excellent for gaming and intense workloads. The real question is: do you need an AMD Ryzen 9 7950X or is the Ryzen 7 7700X enough?

ASUS TUF Gaming X670E-Plus WiFi review: Solid specs and value for AMD Ryzen 7000
By Rich Edmonds published
X670E One of the better-value mid-tier AM5 motherboards.

Huawei Super Device: What it is and why you may want to use it
By Rich Edmonds published
Super Powers Huawei everywhere!

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 SE review: The best gaming laptop to buy this year
By Rich Edmonds published
The Best ASUS makes some of the best laptops out there, especially for gamers. The ROG Strix Scar 17 SE is one fine example with an Intel Core i9 CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 GPU. This thing is a monster.

Best computer speakers on a budget in 2022
By Rich Edmonds, Cale Hunt published
We’ve rounded up some of the best computer speakers for under $150 to keep your room rockin’ and your pockets full.

Should you buy a new, used, or refurbished laptop?
By Rich Edmonds, Brendan Lowry published
Laptops The pros and cons you need to know about before pulling the trigger on a device.

Best microphone for streaming 2024
By Rich Edmonds last updated
You've never sounded this good before.

ASUS ROG Strix Maximus Z790 Hero review: A great motherboard for 13th Gen Intel
By Rich Edmonds published
Z790 One motherboard to (almost) rule them all.

G.SKILL casually expands its Trident Z5 family with DDR5-7800 RAM for Intel's 13th Gen
By Rich Edmonds published
G.SKILL announced new DDR5-7800 RAM today alongside a tease of a tech demo for testing DDR5-8000. Just when you thought PC memory couldn't get any faster...

Best laptop for high school students in 2022
By Rich Edmonds published
If you need a laptop for your studies, these are the best of the best.

Intel Core i7-13700K review: The best CPU for PC gaming
By Rich Edmonds published
review Whilst not the fastest, the Core i7-13700K is all you'll need for a powerful PC.

Intel Core i5-12600K review: Intel's new hybrid core design shines in the mid-range
By Rich Edmonds, Daniel Rubino last updated
It's going to be difficult to ignore the allure of the Core i5-12600K for performance and value.

Gigabyte X670E Aorus Master: A great match for AMD Ryzen 7000
By Rich Edmonds published
Review Gigabyte X670E Aorus Master is a mid-range AM5 motherboard that can handle AMD Ryzen 7000 processors.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 preorders and where to find stock - live report
By Brendan Griffiths, Rich Edmonds, Brendan Lowry, Cale Hunt last updated
Deals NVIDIA's latest flagship RTX GPU is here and we're going to show you where you can buy one.

AMD Ryzen 9 7900X and 7950X review: The most powerful Ryzen processors to date
By Rich Edmonds published
🔥CPU Unsurprisingly, AMD's range-topping Ryzen 9 7000 series processors are the most powerful Ryzen CPUs to date. They're lightning fast, power-hungry, run hot, and will surely put a smile on your face.
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