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
![Xbox Elite Controller](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MniZPt4MgLCYGGLpJNMdd6-320-80.jpg)
Best controllers for PC gaming 2022
By Rich Edmonds last updated
If you want the best controller to use with your PC games, then look no further. The answers you seek lie within. Put down the mouse and keyboard and make full use of your thumbs.
![Plex Media Server](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BT8tTS6SZW66ATVJfFA3h5-320-80.jpg)
You'll need to reset your Plex password because of a data breach
By Rich Edmonds published
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.
![ASUS ROG Strix X470-F](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yAY4paS7nicxCHBXbPJy54-320-80.jpg)
Best motherboards for AMD Ryzen 5 3600X in 2024
By Rich Edmonds published
Are you looking for a motherboard to install your new AMD Ryzen 5 3600X processor? We've got you covered! This collection is packed full of motherboards that work perfectly with the 3600X.
![AMD Ryzen 5 3600X](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rd4tmiy6Fuvc9Qrri7kU2Z-320-80.jpg)
Best X570 and B550 motherboards for AMD Ryzen 5 3600 in 2022
By Rich Edmonds last updated
The best boards that are compatible with the Ryzen 5 3600.
![NZXT Canvas 27Q](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VTH7NRCrafBam8dsfxNKP-320-80.jpg)
NZXT Canvas 27Q review: A solid mid-range 27-inch QHD gaming monitor
By Rich Edmonds published
Great looks on a budget.
![NZXT Canvas 32Q](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JXBvDPR5SJgE6VpZkV5LrC-320-80.jpg)
NZXT Canvas 32Q review: NZXT's first curved gaming monitor is gorgeous to gaze at
By Rich Edmonds published
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?
![Intel 12th Gen Core i9](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pmtLQpxh8RJFAMKzaK9ThK-320-80.jpg)
This discounted ASUS B660 motherboard is a great budget buy for 12th Gen Intel CPUs
By Rich Edmonds published
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.
![Intel Core i5-10600K review](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Xpfr5fApu5hoDRhzxs7zH6-320-80.jpg)
Thanks to this Prime Day CPU sale, I can enjoy the best of what gaming has to offer
By Rich Edmonds published
It truly is a marvel of processor engineering.
![Synology DiskStation DS920+](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/opXwiEw2bm2iCfwES4Wsue-320-80.jpg)
Synology's best NAS for Plex is discounted by $100 for Prime Day
By Rich Edmonds published
Create your own Netflix
![Intel 12th Gen Core i5 Chip](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Yt5HoQacNEQLQAVzG8Y9oA-320-80.jpg)
You don't want to miss out on this Intel CPU Prime Day deal
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Intel's mightily impressive Core i5-12600KF is on sale!
![ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zCzBuFxRNi6Bh5QNAj3K9g-320-80.jpg)
Save BIG on ASUS components for PC building on Amazon Prime Day
By Rich Edmonds last updated
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.
![NZXT H7 Elite](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Hv7KrhWNkms9vxTEs8ttUL-320-80.jpg)
How you can build a powerful gaming PC for less than $1,100 using Prime Day deals
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Including the graphics card! 👀
![ASUS ROG Strix XF120](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XZofvyNjiXyqEeGZNbus4V-320-80.jpg)
This ASUS RGB PC fan is on sale now and will last for 400,000 hours of heated gaming
By Rich Edmonds last updated
This deal will be gone with the wind!
![Synology DiskStation DS220+](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JU2rCvCJC7sppsZMUmqjen-320-80.jpg)
The best 2-bay Synology NAS you can buy is on sale right now for Prime Day
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Synology discounts the excellent DiskStation DS220+.
![QNAP TS-253D](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LMU8WUCzfscUHKoFWViLTM-320-80.jpg)
This $100 QNAP NAS discount is a must-have for a starter Plex Media Server
By Rich Edmonds last updated
You likely won't find better value elsewhere
![ASUS ROG Strix 1000W PSU](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FPAnbRunbjXFoZsh6bJ39R-320-80.jpg)
Power your PC with this 1000W ASUS ROG Strix PSU Amazon Prime Day deal
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Save $$$ on (almost) unlimited power
![Cooler Master Hyper 212 Black Edition](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vFZuvLXCQw4tduK4qALqXR-320-80.jpg)
One of the best CPU coolers is on sale for Prime Day right now
By Rich Edmonds published
Cool your CPU with this hot deal.
![Intel and AMD CPUs](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2Ai2xTQbFdNiAfajwprqKC-320-80.jpg)
Intel vs. AMD: Which processors are better?
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Team Red or Team Blue?
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PNY XLR8 (CS3140) SSD review: A great M.2 SSD that works brilliantly with PC and PlayStation 5
By Rich Edmonds published
PNY's XLR8 (CS3140) M.2 SSD is ideal for storing all your favorite games, be it on a desktop, laptop, or video game console.
![XPG Alpha Mouse](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zjShmjSyJnPBYyF5TZEJMc-320-80.jpg)
XPG Alpha review: Affordable gaming mouse with a great PixArt sensor
By Rich Edmonds published
XPG just outed its best gaming mice to date, and they've created a small splash instead of a tidal wave.
![Razer Barracuda (2022)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jw3mrA7RPyhJnRvXoDRW23-320-80.jpg)
Razer Barracuda review: Take this sleek gaming headset with you wherever you go
By Rich Edmonds published
Razer fuses a gaming headset with outdoor headphone looks.
![Synology RT6600ax](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/T7TqdaS8b5nH7a48wpSaTZ-320-80.jpg)
Synology RT6600ax review: An easy-to-use speedy Wi-Fi 6 router
By Rich Edmonds published
Synology doesn't just make NAS enclosures. The company's latest Wi-Fi 6 ax router is one you should consider for a high-speed office or home.
![Microsoft Surface Laptop Go rear view](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cPyiVbEXAzXNhADAJAYBic-320-80.jpg)
Why I haven't bought a Surface PC (and probably never will)
By Rich Edmonds published
I've never bought a Surface PC. Not that I don't find them beautifully crafted, but the entire family of devices just doesn't appeal to me.