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Senior Editor, PC Build

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

1080p vs. 1440p vs. 4K vs. 8K: Which resolution is best for gaming?

By Rich Edmonds Last updated 7 September 22

Versus Aim for maximum frame rates.

Versus

SteelSeries launches new Apex 9 mechanical keyboards with lightning-fast optical switches

By Rich Edmonds Published 7 September 22

These keyboards seem much faster

Accessories

Huawei refreshes the MateBook X Pro with 12th Gen Intel CPUs, a new display, and more colors

By Rich Edmonds Published 1 September 22

Check out the new Huawei MateBook X Pro

Laptops

Cooler Master launches the sleek-looking MasterBox 520 with tempered glass and cooler mesh options

By Rich Edmonds Published 1 September 22

Looking good, running cool

Hardware

ASUSTOR Lockerstor 2 Gen2 (AS6702T) review: Everything you need in a powerful two-bay NAS

By Rich Edmonds Last updated 1 September 22

ASUSTOR just casually rolled out a new two-bay NAS that utterly decimates what's currently available from its competitors. This is the NAS to buy if you need an enclosure with two bays.

Hardware

Best RAM for AMD Ryzen in 2024

By Rich Edmonds Published 31 August 22

Improve the performance of your AMD-powered PC.

Hardware

ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold (UX9702) review: Unfolding an incredibly versatile laptop

By Rich Edmonds Published 31 August 22

The first true laptop with a gimmick-less foldable display.

Laptops

G.SKILL launches new Trident Z5 Neo & Flare X5 DDR5 RAM for AMD Ryzen 7000 CPUs

By Rich Edmonds Published 30 August 22

Check out G.SKILL's RAM for AMD Ryzen 7000 series chips

Hardware

You'll need to reset your Plex password because of a data breach

By Rich Edmonds Published 24 August 22

Plex is one of the most popular streaming apps and services and it just reported a potential data breach. You'll need to change your password so here's everything you should know.

Hardware

NZXT Canvas 27Q review: A solid mid-range 27-inch QHD gaming monitor

By Rich Edmonds Published 18 July 22

Great looks on a budget.

Hardware

NZXT Canvas 32Q review: NZXT's first curved gaming monitor is gorgeous to gaze at

By Rich Edmonds Published 18 July 22

NZXT just made its own screens. Soon you're going to have a fully decked-out NZXT gaming PC. The question is: Are they any good?

Hardware

This discounted ASUS B660 motherboard is a great budget buy for 12th Gen Intel CPUs

By Rich Edmonds Published 13 July 22

Deals You don't require an expensive Z690 motherboard to enjoy what 12th Gen Intel processors have to offer. This ASUS B660 motherboard has everything you need to build a very capable gaming PC.

Deals

Thanks to this Prime Day CPU sale, I can enjoy the best of what gaming has to offer

By Rich Edmonds Published 13 July 22

Deals It truly is a marvel of processor engineering.

Deals

Synology's best NAS for Plex is discounted by $100 for Prime Day

By Rich Edmonds Published 13 July 22

Deals Create your own Netflix

Deals

You don't want to miss out on this Intel CPU Prime Day deal

By Rich Edmonds Last updated 13 July 22

Deals Intel's mightily impressive Core i5-12600KF is on sale!

Deals

Save BIG on ASUS components for PC building on Amazon Prime Day

By Rich Edmonds Last updated 12 July 22

Deals ASUS is having a big sale for Amazon Prime Day. You can find everything from motherboards to coolers and even PCIe riser cables on sale. Here are all the discounts for the next two days.

Deals