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AMD Drops Prices for Its Ryzen 7000 Chips: What It Means for You

It's rare that new hardware is cheaper, but AMD looks set to buck the trend.

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5 Things You Can Do to Boost Your Old PC's Performance

If your PC's age is starting to show, there are a few things you can do to reverse that situation.

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What Is a Sleeper PC? How Do You Build One?

Sleeper PCs are a simple concept, but building one is harder than it looks.

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ATX vs. Micro ATX vs. Mini ITX: Which Motherboard Size Is Right for You?

Motherboards come in all shapes and sizes, as you'll find when you dive into your PC shopping spree. But what size should you choose?

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Gaming PC vs. Gaming Laptop: Which Should You Buy?

They're almost the same. Almost, but not quite. So, what should you choose?

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6 Tips to Help You Build Your First Gaming PC

Need some help building your first gaming PC? We've got a few key tips to help create your ideal gaming rig.

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Mac Malware, Fraudulent Crypto Apps, Boost Your Wi-Fi Speed, and Fix PC Bottlenecks

Learn about a new malware targeting macOS, crypto fraud, and how to boost your Wi-Fi speed in this week's podcast.

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Intel Pentium Gold vs. Pentium Silver vs. Celeron: What's the Best Budget CPU?

Intel's Core CPUs are among the best in the world, but what about their less-powerful, budget CPU options?

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The Cables in Your PC's Power Supply, Explained

The power supply is one of the most confusing parts of building a PC. But once you understand what each cable does, it's a piece of cake.

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What Is Bottlenecking My PC & How Do I Fix It?

You might not be getting the most out of your PC hardware, especially if one component is vastly more powerful than the rest.

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4 PC Specs That Aren't As Important As You Think

Don't get tricked by the marketing. There's more to the PC spec numbers than you might think, and some aren't important at all!

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7 Tools Every Maker Should Own

We guide you through the process of choosing seven must-have tools that are key to succeeding as a maker.

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The PC Case Size Guide: What Should You Buy for Your New PC Build?

So many cases, so many sizes. How, then, do you pick a PC case for your new PC build? Relax, we've got you covered.

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Nvidia Just Released the GeForce GTX 1630, but It's Not Worth Buying. Here's Why.

Nvidia has a new entry-level graphics card on the market, but you should avoid it by all means.

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Here's Why You Don't Need an Expensive Motherboard

Your motherboard choice will (likely) not impact your PC's performance, but nonetheless, expensive options exist. But do you really need one?

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What Is ATX12VO? Next-Gen PSUs Explained

ATX12VO power supplies will deliver the best efficiency and could cut your energy bill—but when will the next-gen PSUs actually launch?

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GPU Comparison: AMD 6950 XT vs. Nvidia 3090 Ti

Right now, these are the ultimate GPUs, the crème de la crème of gaming. So, are going for Team Green or Team Red?

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What Is an AIO Cooler? Do I Need One for My Gaming PC?

Liquid cooling doesn't have to be an ultra-expensive ordeal. Did you know that AIO water coolers can be reliable and affordable?

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Is a Stock Cooler Good Enough to Keep Your PC Cool?

Some CPUs still ship with a stock cooler. But should you use a stock cooler, or should you swap it out for an aftermarket one?

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