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Intel shows off Framework-style modular laptop and mini PC designs
Intel lays out laptops with separate motherboards and I/O boards, with a similar modular design for mini PCs.
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Ventiva's fanless laptop cooler wins Intel and Dell over
Ventiva' ICE uses ionizing technology to silently move air and cool a laptop. But the startup has also won the endorsement of Dell and Intel.
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This mighty Ryzen 7 mini PC is on sale at its best-ever price: $329
The Beelink SER5 Pro is 25% off at Amazon right now.
Reviews
Cooler Master MK770 review: Perfect for gamers and typists alike
The Cooler Master MK770 keyboard is based on a hybrid concept with wireless and wired connectivity and high-quality mechanical switches.
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AMD confirms mystery bug that reportedly affects gaming PCs
AMD has confirmed the presence of a processor vulnerability that leaked out before AMD's partners could issue official patches.
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Logitech expands its repair guides and parts initiative to more products
Over 20 products now have official repair guides and spare parts in the Logitech Repair Hub.
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Upgrade your Steam Deck's SSD to 2TB for just $125 with this deal
This tiny-but-also-massive M.2 2230 drive can fit so many games in it, and it's $75 off its retail price.
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Get this Editors' Choice 4TB portable SSD for 28% off while you can
You'll save 28% on the Crucial X9 Pro on Amazon if you snag this deal while it's available.
Reviews
Teamgroup GE Pro NVMe SSD review: Fast but not fastest, PCIe 5.0 performance
Fast but not the fastest, Teamgroup’s GE Pro 5.0 SSD is a small step backward performance-wise from the Teamgroup Z540.
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A prototype of the RTX 5090 Ti just got leaked
The fullest version of the new RTX 50-series GPUs just appeared in a forum thread. With 800 watts of TDP and 24,576 shader units, this GPU is beyond good and evil.
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Nvidia's DLSS 4 is so much more than just 'fake frames'
Here's what you need to know about DLSS 4 and Multi Frame Generation, a key addition to Nvidia's GeForce RTX 50-series.
Reviews
Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 review: Brutally fast, but DLSS 4 is the game changer
Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5090 is the most brutally fast graphics card ever introduced, augmented by new DLSS 4 technology that feels like magic. But you pay dearly for it.
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Let's chat with Paul's Hardware about Nvidia's RTX 5090 and more
Paul of Paul's Hardware joined Adam on the CES 2025 show floor to digest Nvidia's new card announcements.
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This Core i7 mini PC with 32GB of RAM is an absurdly cheap $410
With a Core i7 CPU and 32GB of RAM, this mini PC packs a punch for just $410 on Amazon.
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Grab this fast 1TB SanDisk microSD card for 49% off while you can
The 1TB SanDisk Ultra microSDXC card is down to $70 on Amazon right now.
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Nvidia says its new RTX 50 cards won't melt power plugs this time
The RTX 40 series had a melting problem with the 12VHPWR connector. Nvidia says that won't happen again.
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Get this 27-inch 1440p Asus gaming monitor for just $199
It's great for home offices and gaming setups, and it's 20% off on Amazon right now.
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Anker's 5-port USB-C hub with 4K HDMI is just $19 right now
This universally useful accessory is normally $25, so grab it on sale on Amazon while you can.
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Get a Samsung OLED ultrawide gaming monitor for almost 50% off
This ultrawide OLED display is over $560 off its original retail price, thanks to a generous discount code.
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Beware of counterfeit AMD 9800X3D CPUs!
The newest Ryzen processors are flying off the shelves… and some of them aren't exactly the real deal, according to new posts.
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AMD says Radeon 9070 GPUs are coming in March
The much-anticipated RX 9070 and 9070 XT cards will hit stores soon, according to an AMD vice president.
Reviews
Teamgroup X1 Max USB stick review: Killer convenience and light-duty speed
For light-duty use, the Teamgroup X1 Max USB thumb drive provides far better performance than most. But it slows considerably when you throw large amounts of data at it.
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Save your money! Most PC gamers don't need a flagship CPU
Flagship CPUs often offer little added value compared to other variants, but usually do not justify the extra cost.
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Best portable monitors 2025: Displays that go with you
For the ultimate in flexibility, a portable monitor lets you take your workspace with you, whether on a business trip, out in the field, or just relocating to another room.
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A KVM switch can revolutionize your PC setup. Here's what you need to know
If you ever wished you could use one keyboard and mouse with multiple devices, you'll be glad to know that you can — with a KVM switch!
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Game streamers need to check out CyberPowerPC's newest Thunderbolt tool
Pro Streamer 2 lets you remotely manage and control a gaming PC with a single Thunderbolt 4 cable.
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This Core i9 mini PC is an absolute beast and $150 off right now
The Acemagic F1A mini PC with Core i9 CPU and 32GB of RAM is down to $449 on Amazon.
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Samsung's high-performance 512GB microSD card is 25% off right now
Get this fast and robust 512GB Samsung Pro Ultimate microSD card for just $60 on Amazon.
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How to prevent screen flickering when playing games
If your monitor flickers when playing games, this could be due to the "Variable Refresh Rate" (VRR) function. Here's how to check whether VRR is to blame and how to solve the problem.
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Arm's 2025 CPU plans include a big push in PC performance
At CES, Arm's CPU chief Chris Bergey sat down with PCWorld to discuss the company's upcoming plans for 2025.
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This triple-4K mini PC with Ryzen 7 CPU is down to $280 right now
For a limited time, you can save $120 on this powerful mini PC on Amazon.
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Interview: AMD dives deep into its overhauled 2025 Ryzen lineup
AMD's Donny Woligroski sits down with PCWorld's Mark Hachman at CES 2025 to talk about the Ryzen AI Max, the Ryzen X3D shortages, and more.
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How iconic NUC mini-PCs are being reimagined for a new era
Asus has added enough of its own innovation to its NUC-branded mini-PCs for them to finally feel like Asus products.
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This Ryzen 7 mini PC is delightfully cheap at just $271 right now
The Beelink SER5 Pro mini PC is 25% off on Amazon.
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Save 29% on this super-fast 1TB Crucial X9 portable SSD right now
You can get this Crucial X9 portable SSD with 1TB capacity for just under $70 on Amazon.
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Hands-on with the new Asus RTX 50-series graphics cards
Asus showed off five different flavors of RTX 50-series GPUs at CES 2025 — and we got our hands all over them.
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Intel's Core Ultra 200 gaming performance could rise 25% after patch
Intel said that the performance improvements between an unpatched Arrow Lake system and the latest updates could be significant, especially in games.
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Asus' new motherboard connection can power a 1,000-watt GPU
The new "BTF" spec can handle incredibly powerful graphics cards, and a removable component makes it compatible with other motherboards or GPUs.
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Rumors swirl of Nvidia Arm CPUs for PCs coming later in 2025
According to industry leakers, Nvidia hopes to break out of GPUs and power Windows on Arm devices for the mass market.
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Samsung's top-rated 4TB portable SSD is nearly half off today
Catch this massive, sturdy, and speedy Shield T7 portable SSD for a whopping $190 off!
Opinion
Nvidia's tiny $3k AI mini PC is a glimpse of what's next for Windows PCs
The unveiling of Nvidia's Project Digits at CES 2025 has opened up all kinds of possibilities, maybe even threatening Windows PCs.
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Best of CES 2025: The PC and home tech that blew us away
From hardcore hardware to welcome mainstream solutions to cool tech innovations for the home, CES 2025 delivered the good stuff.
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Get 21% off this Ryzen 7 mini PC with triple 4K@120Hz support
The Beelink SER8 mini PC has incredible price-performance for $499 on Amazon.
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LG says 22% of gaming monitors are OLED displays
After just two years, more than a fifth of PC gaming monitors use upgraded OLED panels, according to a pre-CES briefing.
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This delightful old-school keyboard has a built-in word counter and timer
The keyboard, shown off at CES 2025, also has a unique function row with special keys that make writing faster.
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It's time to start docking phones again, DisplayLink says
DisplayLink and Synpatics show off an Android phone connected to an external dock, and then to two displays.
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CES sneakily became a great gaming show amid the AI hype
The tech trade show was a showcase for slicker PCs, breakthrough monitors, neat mobile accessories, and innovative handhelds.
Opinion
Nvidia's RTX 5070 laptops give me little hope for desktop RTX 5060s
The disappointing specs for RTX 5070 laptops may spell trouble for desktop RTX 5060 GPUs.
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MSI's new 'invisible cable' desktop PC goes too far
MSI's concept desktop PC hides all the cables… and makes you route the external cables under the machine, like the Power Mac G4 Cube. Oy.
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