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AMD's Ryzen 7 7700X3D looks like a steal at $279, but you'll still end up paying more for less power — what gives?

AMD has already cut the price of its new Ryzen 7 7700X3D gaming CPU just days after its launch. Does that mean it's actually a better deal than its superior 7800X3D sibling? Not in 2026. Here's what most people are missing when they look at CPU prices.

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Alienware made an "entry-level" gaming laptop with RTX 5050 graphics — but this 15-inch PC needs more than NVIDIA's clever upscaling tech to offset its downsides.

The Alienware 15 gaming laptop with RTX 5050 graphics delivers capable gaming performance with NVIDIA's DLSS tech, but loud fans and tight storage hold it back.

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I tested Acer's new Swift Go 16 AI, and this affordable OLED laptop impressed me more than I had expected

Acer's Swift Go 16 AI laptop offers surprisingly strong performance, a colorful OLED screen, and long battery life, but I found some issues that hold it back.

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I tested the new ASUS Zenbook A14 Windows laptop, and its 2026 upgrade to Snapdragon X2 Elite impressed me

ASUS revisits its highly rated Zenbook A14 with a high-end Snapdragon X2 Elite processor from Qualcomm, but mercifully didn't change what already made it great.

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I just started Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and I already see why everyone gets a flight stick for it — so here's what I'm getting and why

I've just got into Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and it's already clear how much value even a budget flight stick is to the experience. Here's what I'm getting and why.

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I bought Valve's new Steam Controller with my own money for a solid week of PC gaming — and you only need to know about one genuine downside

Valve takes another shot at a PC gaming controller that tempts players away from their consoles, and it convinced me to buy. So, was it worth the asking price?

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Lenovo's impossibly lightweight 'Aura Edition' Windows laptop offers huge battery life, but I have questions

"The lightest laptop I've ever used": Lenovo's Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition (Gen 11) offers huge battery life, but there's a downside in its pricing.

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Testing this iBUYPOWER "RDY Trace X" gaming PC proves how great a pre-built rig can be, even with these caveats

iBUYPOWER's RDY Trace X R01 is a great example of how great a pre-built PC can be, even with its flaws. There's no AAA game that it wouldn't be able to handle.

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Your old Windows laptop is worth more than you think: I found 5 projects that can replace cloud subscriptions

Just because your old laptop can't use Windows 11 doesn't mean it should become e-waste. In fact, you can recycle it and actually use it to reduce your spending on cloud subscription services.

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ASUS Zenbook A16 vs. Zenbook S 16: Lots of similarities don't necessarily make for an easy choice, and it might come down to pricing and performance hardware

ASUS now has Zenbook A16 and Zenbook S 16 models on the market, and at first glance, they seem quite similar. But once you get inside, differences begin to appear. I've put together this comparison based on our reviews of both laptops to help you make the right decision.

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Intel's impressive Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus is now available in limited quantities — Don't miss an "incredible deal for content creators who moonlight as gamers"

Intel's eagerly anticipated Core Ultra 250KF Plus desktop CPU, the most affordable of the bunch, is now available to buy in limited quantities. It's a perfect option for value-conscious gamers and creators, and I don't expect stock to last long.

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I'm seriously impressed with Intel's new Core Ultra 200S Plus desktop CPUs — content creators could be swept up by the 250K and 270K at these genuinely affordable prices

Intel's Core Ultra 200S series CPUs come as a duo of Arrow Lake Refresh processors, and they're refreshingly cheap for creators, with gaming benefits to boot.

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I changed my Windows 11 wallpaper immediately the moment my friend sent me this

AI-generated wallpapers have sparked debate across the web, but I still love our Windows 11-inspired Windows Central wallpaper.

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Intel's new desktop processors might appeal to PC gamers with its Core Ultra 200S Plus refresh — but the price is the real plot twist

Faster processors at lower prices are part of Intel's Arrow Lake Refresh plan, and it might win back the PC gamers if Core Ultra 200S Plus can pull it off.

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I played Microsoft Flight Simulator with this revolutionary joystick disguised as a controller — and I'm in love with it

Honeycomb's excellent Echo is a mashup of traditional flight sim hardware and casual joypads, built for convenient PC gaming.

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I tested Microsoft Flight Simulator with this entry-level throttle quadrant from Honeycomb — the Bravo Lite is ideal for newcomers with smart control choices

Honeycomb's more affordable Bravo Throttle Quadrant Lite cuts down on some of its controls, leaving novice players with the essentials at an entry-level price.

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Windows 11 locked me out of Notepad via Microsoft Account bugs — is the 'Thin Client' era ruining my 27 blissful years of PCs?

I recently lost the ability to open Notepad and other apps on my Windows 11 PC when Microsoft's servers suffered authentication issues. Has it gone too far?

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NVIDIA GeForce NOW answers the lack of PC Game Pass support on Linux with a new native app — RTX 5080 cloud rendering runs Ultra settings on Steam Deck or Ubuntu

NVIDIA has followed through on its CES 2026 promise to bring GeForce NOW cloud gaming to more Linux devices with official support for Ubuntu.

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AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D review: A $30 bump is great for now, but this CPU will live or die on the 9800X3D's pricing

I tested AMD's new Ryzen 7 9850X3D desktop CPU to see if it's worth the money over its 9800X3D predecessor. Should you spend an extra $30 for 400MHz?

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I tested HYTE's cute X50 PC case to see its cat paws and curved glass in person – I can't believe how much I love it

Do bubbly little "feet" and quirky colors make the HYTE X50 a good PC case? Here's what I think about this quirky option and how I tested it at home.

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What is Bazzite, and is it better than Windows for PC gaming? I installed this trending Linux distribution to see for myself

Learn about this emerging Linux distribution and whether it's a threat to Windows. Does it lack too many features to appeal to anyone outside the gaming crowd?

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What is Wi-Fi 8? Here's everything you need to know about the next generation of wireless internet.

The evolution of wireless internet continues with Wi-Fi 8, but it might not be the upgrade you were expecting compared to Wi-Fi 7. Here's everything you need to know.

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I've been dual-booting Windows 11 and Linux in total harmony throughout 2025 — Microsoft is in no danger of a mass exodus (unless it fumbles AI in Windows 12)

Is Microsoft's AI push driving users away? Linux can handle gaming and daily work, but the deep-rooted familiarity of Windows still prevents any permanent switch.

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I tried setting up my first-ever NAS, and this budget UGREEN model did everything I needed with my old HDDs — now I'm falling down a home media server rabbit hole

UGREEN's NASync DH2300 proved to be a perfect entry point for me, a complete NAS novice, to set up a home media server and breathe new life into old HDDs.

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Steam Deck starter guide — 7 things you need to do first to get the best experience for your gaming sessions

To get the best experience on your Steam Deck, you're going to want to make some settings changes before playing any games. Here are the things you should do first after getting your Steam Deck.

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