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MSI MAG B760 Tomahawk Wi-Fi Review
Building with the latest Intel CPUs on a budget? MSI's B760 Tomahawk Wi-Fi is a well-outfitted, decently performing, all-black ATX motherboard that is easy on the wallet.
AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D Review
AMD's Micro Center-exclusive Ryzen 5 5600X3D could have been a competitive processor for PC gaming were it released much sooner, but today it's outshined by competing AMD and Intel chips as much as two years old.
ASRock Z790 PG Sonic Review
Adore Sonic the Hedgehog? Your dream motherboard has arrived. ASRock's Z790 PG Sonic may not rate a bushel of gold rings, but it's a uniquely styled Intel platform with serious storage potential, Killer LAN, and RGB bling.
ASRock B650 LiveMixer Review
It looks like a graffiti tagger hit it with a can of orange Krylon, but ASRock's B650E LiveMixer is an affordable AMD motherboard with street cred for digital content creators, packing three M.2 sockets and no fewer than 14 rear USB ports. A lack of onboard Wi-Fi (and just two SATA ports) are all that keep it from stardom.
Good Night, and Good NUC: Why Intel's Mini-PC Legacy Will Live On
Intel may be sunsetting its seminal NUC mini PCs, but it set the path for a thriving industry to follow.
Montech Air 903 Max Review
Packing RGB fans, a fan and lighting hub, side glass, and more, Montech's Air 903 Max offers value-conscious PC builders the features of a far costlier ATX case for less than $80.
Corsair 2000D RGB Airflow Review
It’s pricey in its RGB configuration, but Corsair’s 2000D RGB Airflow is the best-performing super-small-footprint case we've tested of late.
First Look: All the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Graphics Cards (So Far)
Nvidia's mainstream 1080p ace GPU, the GeForce RTX 4060, has landed in graphics cards from a whole host of partner-card makers. Here's a comparative look at them all to guide your GPU hunt.
Asus Dual Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 OC Edition Review
Nvidia's GeForce RTX 4060 (tested here in Asus livery) produces exceptional ray-tracing performance, thanks to its "Ada Lovelace" architecture. It's the best modern, moderate-cost graphics card for 1080p gaming.
Gigabyte C301 Glass White Review
For builders eyeing an oversize motherboard, a long GPU, and lots of RGB-enhanced fan cooling, Gigabyte's C301 Glass White PC case offers a solid feature mix for a moderate price.
Asus ProArt B760-Creator D4 Review
The ProArt B760-Creator D4 is an affordable Asus ATX motherboard for creative users that supports lower-cost DDR4. With twin LAN ports, ample M.2 slots, and plenty of USB ports, it's a valid option if you can live without Wi-Fi or USB Type-C video functionality.
Gigabyte B760M Gaming X AX DDR4 Review
Gigabyte's B760M Gaming X AX DDR4 is a worthwhile budget motherboard. Besides DDR4 support for a lower entry price, you get dual M.2 sockets, four SATA ports, capable VRMs, and fast networking; though the rear USB ports are slow.
No More i3, i5, i7? Intel's Overhauling How It Names Its Desktop and Laptop CPUs
Don't expect CPUs called '14th Gen Core,' and say bye-bye to the old 'i.' Intel simplifies its iconic Core brand, starting with upcoming 'Meteor Lake' processors. Will it make understanding its CPUs easier, or murkier?
AMD Ryzen 5 7600 Review
If gameplay on a budget is your main PC use, AMD's Ryzen 5 7600 is a reasonable and affordable CPU choice. With minimal cooling required, it will handle mainstream computing and gaming needs.
Computex 2023: 12 New PC DIY Accessories You Didn't Know You Needed
Computex, the planet's biggest PC tech show, overflows with small stuff that matters a lot to PC enthusiasts, upgraders, and builders. From silent power supplies to the wildest PC fans ever, these 12 new products will set your DIY heart racing.
The 20 Wildest PC Mods of Computex 2023
The year's biggest PC event, Taiwan's Computex is a parade of stunning mods that push the boundaries of custom PC design. We gawked at dozens, then highlighted these 20 showcases of supreme artistry and technical prowess.
The Best Prototypes and Concept Products of Computex 2023
In 2023, the best concepts and prototypes got back to what Computex is known for, PC building and tweaking, but that's not all. Join us in geeking out over the possible near future of computing.
The 10 Best PC Cases of Computex 2023
The Taipei trade show is the unmatched world showcase for new PC cases and PC-builder gear. The 2023 edition overflowed with stunning new PC chassis ready for the biggest video cards and all the RGB you can bear. See our favorites.
Lian Li Stuck LCDs in the Middle of Its PC Case Fans, Because Someone Had To
The new UniFan TL LCD fans will let you plug your Simpsons memes and cat pictures in what's possibly the last terra incognita in your PC case.
The Best of Computex 2023
The first edition of the Taiwan megashow since 2019, Computex 2023 gave us a long-awaited peek into the future of computing. (Yes, AI is probably coming to a computer near you.) These 10 PCs, components, and peripherals are the most notable.
