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You don't have to spend a lot to get a quality desktop computer
By Cale Hunt last updated
PC Desktop computers aren't known for being cheap, but there are affordable options that pack a punch. My top picks will help you find your next budget PC.

Out of all the PCs we've tested, these are our favorite AI laptops
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops We've been busy testing the latest and greatest AI hardware from all of the major brands. I've pulled the best-tested AI PCs to help you pick a winner, with some honorable mentions in tow.

ROG Ally X and MSI Claw 8 AI+ are both good, but one is far better
By Rebecca Spear published
Handhelds I reviewed both the ROG Ally X and MSI Claw 8 AI+. Here's which handheld you should actually get.

There are some tradeoffs between a Steam Deck and MSI Claw 8 AI+
By Rebecca Spear published
Handhelds I conducted testing and compared the Steam Deck against the MSI Claw 8 AI+ to see which is the best device between the two.

Comparing the RTX 5070 to the RTX 5070 Ti
By Cale Hunt published
PC NVIDIA's latest midrange desktop GPUs have arrived, and you might be wondering which one works best in your build. This comparison can help.

Is it worth spending more on the RX 9070 XT?
By Cale Hunt published
PC AMD launched its new RX 9000 GPUs, and you might be wondering which one is better for your PC gaming setup. Let's take a look at performance and pricing.

Don't buy a new Windows laptop before reading this guide
By Cale Hunt last updated
Laptops Most laptops claim to be the best, but only a handful are legitimately perfect for Windows 11. Here are our 10 top-rated laptops of 2025.

Best Windows on ARM laptops in 2025
By Zac Bowden, Rebecca Spear last updated
ARM Looking for a new Windows laptop with an Arm-based processor? We've got you covered with our in-depth roundup of the best on the market!
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