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Corsair MP700 Pro SE review: One of the best PCIe 5.0 SSDs
This update to the Corsair MP700 Pro is over 2GBps faster thanks to new, higher-bandwidth NAND — and was just a whisker off taking the performance crown.
News
Ghost of Tsushima can use Nvidia DLSS and AMD FSR at the same time
The long-awaited samurai game lets you mix and match Nvidia super sampling and AMD frame generation if you have compatible hardware.
Reviews
Keychron M3 mini 4K Metal Edition review: Simply excellent
The Keychron M3 mini 4K Metal Edition is an all-around excellent gaming mouse that boasts outstanding performance, a robust and lightweight chassis, and all the connectivity options you'd ever need.
Reviews
Adata SE920 portable SSD review: Cheaper, faster USB 4 storage
Adata's handsome and unique USB4 SSD is the fastest we've tested at 40Gbps, and is also relatively affordable.
News
Nvidia's RTX video upscaler comes to Firefox
Nvidia's RTX Video Super Resolution is already compatible with Chrome, Edge, and VLC, on systems with RTX 30- or 40-series graphics cards.
News
A new 'Lunar Lake' handheld PC could signal a big push by Intel
The Weibu GP10a handheld gaming PC powered by an Intel Core Ultra "Lunar Lake" processor appears on a Computex product page, signaling that Lunar Lake handhelds could be a viable option.
Deal
Alienware's award-winning 4K OLED dream monitor is $400 off
This 32-inch monitor is the latest and greatest OLED from Dell, and today you can get a refurbished one for a whopping $400 off.
News
Meet Thunderbolt Share, Intel's ultra-fast sneakernet replacement (and more)
Intel is launching Thunderbolt Share, connecting two PCs with Thunderbolt ports together to share and sync files and remotely control a laptop. But the licensing program seems unnecessarily confusing.
Deal
The Baseus Blade laptop power bank is less than half its usual price
The Baseus Blade laptop power bank is the one thing you need in your backpack to keep your computer going wherever you are.
News
Arm wants to make its own chips as soon as 2025
Arm is hoping to get prototype AI chip designs ready by the spring and full production going by the fall of next year.
Deal
Oh wow, Samsung's huge 49-inch ultrawide gaming monitor is 50% off
Amazon is selling Samsung's enormous 49-inch Odyssey ultrawide gaming monitor for under a third of its launch price.
Deal
8BitDo's awesome NES-style Retro Mechanical Keyboard is 30% off
The 8BitDo Retro was already a pretty good deal at $100, but Woot is selling both the NES and Famicom versions for 30 percent off.
News
PCIe 6.0's thermal throttling plans could slam brakes on performance
An Intel-authored PCI Express driver is adding thermal controls to PCI Express, the main PC bus, to prevent overheating.
Reviews
Nuphy Air V2 review: Low-profile keyboards get elevated
Nuphy's Air series of keyboards get an Editors' Choice thanks to tons of features, poppy style, and great custom switches, all at a fair price.
Reviews
Acer Predator Orion 3000 review: Compact gaming power
The Acer Predator Orion 3000 gaming desktop is an attractive, compact gaming desktop, with an optional tempered glass side panel that ships in the box. It's just not as configurable as we'd hope.
News
AMD gains big in desktop CPUs versus Intel in first quarter 2024
Recent market share data shows that while Intel's Core Ultra has proven a mild success, AMD is stealing share in desktop processors.
Updated
No, Intel isn't recommending baseline power profiles to fix crashing CPUs
Intel says that reports saying that it is recommending a "baseline" power profile to solve instability issues in its 13th- and 14th-gen Core CPUs aren't true.
Deal
Samsung monitor blowout sale: From $99 displays to $1000 off OLEDs
Amazon is hosting a sale on more than 20 Samsung screens, with the highlight being an OLED ultrawide for just $999.99.
Reviews
Monoprice 12-in-1 USB-C Dock (VGA) review: Not worth it
If you're looking for a USB-C hub that can support a legacy VGA connection, the Monoprice 12-in-1 USB-C to Dual-HDMI+VGA Triple Display Docking Station may appeal. But testing revealed it can't deliver what it promises.
Deal
This triple monitor VESA arm is just $50 after triple discounts
Get all three of your monitors lifted up in style, as long as none of them are two big. A sale, coupon, and discount code get this mount more than half off.
Feature
The one mechanical keyboard feature I can’t live without
If you're looking for a new keyboard and you want it to last, don't get one without hot-swap switch sockets.
Best Picks
Best DisplayLink docks 2024: Move over, Thunderbolt
The DisplayLink dock uses data compression as a low-cost, effective alternative to Thunderbolt docks and USB-C hubs. Here are our picks for the best DisplayLink docking stations.
Deal
This speedy 512GB MicroSD card is a steal at $30
PNY's Class 10, U3, V30 card is fast enough for 4K video, and whatever else you might care to throw at it.
News
Apple claims its M4 chip's AI will obliterate PCs. Nah, not really
Apple launched its Apple M4 processor on Tuesday inside of the new iPad Pro, claiming that it can outperform a PC in AI. If true, it will only be for just a few weeks.
News
Corsair's new One i500 desktop is tiny, pricey, and gorgeous
A move to Micro ATX lets this itty-bitty PC handle up to an RTX 4090 graphics card, but good luck with any upgrades.
News
VESA's new HDR spec makes low-end monitors less miserable
DisplayHDR 1.2 provides several updated tests and requirements for visual quality, with the goal of making low-end HDR displays more than just a gimmick.
News
Join us for The Full Nerd episode 300 today at 3pm Eastern!
It's been over seven years and just so, so many episodes of the best tech talk show around. Join us for a celebration of 300 episodes!
Deal
Gigabyte's 49-inch OLED gaming monitor hits its lowest price yet
The Gigabyte Aorus CO49DQ is already a pretty good deal for a giant OLED, but a $100 discount makes it fantastic.
Tip
My best desktop organization gadget is a humble carabiner
To save myself from diving into a rat's nest of cables, I made a cable keychain for my desk.
Reviews
SanDisk Desk Drive USB SSD review: High capacity, 10Gbps performance
SanDisk's round mound of 10Gbps desktop storage is named appropriately. It's called the Desk Drive and is available in generous 4TB and 8TB capacities at relatively affordable price points.
Reviews
SK Hynix Tube T31 review: Looks like a USB drive, performs like a SSD
SK Hynix's Tube T31 is designed externally like a standard Type-A USB thumb drive, but performs more like the external SSD it actually is. Fast, portable, universally connectable.
Deal
Pick up one of our favorite portable SSDs for under $50
The Crucial X6 portable SSD is pocket-friendly and speedy, and today you can get it for about 10 cents a gigabyte.
News
May GeForce be with you: Nvidia made an Admiral Ackbar RTX 4080
The custom-painted Admiral Ackbar GeForce RTX 4080 will go to one lucky winner, along with a comic book and Funko Pop.
Deal
Razer's Editor's Choice-winning Basilisk gaming mouse plummets to $45
The Razer Basilisk V3 is well-loved among fans of PC shooters, including us. Today it's $25 off its regular price for an awesome deal.
Deal
Samsung's humongous OLED ultrawide monitor is $800 off
The Samsung Odyssey G9, the biggest ultrawide OLED monitor you can buy, is a full $800 off its original retail price.
Deal
Save 38% on this blazing-fast 180Hz Acer Nitro gaming monitor
The Acer Nitro gaming monitor is a great option for competitive gamers.
Feature
What are hybrid switches in gaming mice?
You've probably heard of mechanical and optical button switches. But what are hybrid switches in gaming mice?
Reviews
Asus ROG Keris II Ace review: Near perfection in an esports mouse
The Asus ROG Keris II Ace comes with dual wireless connectivity, an adapter for a whopping 4,000Hz wireless polling rate, a 42,000 DPI sensor, and yet it weighs just 1.9 ounces (54 grams).
News
Nvidia's 'Premium AI' push for PCs claims GPUs rule, NPUs drool
If you want truly useful AI, Nvidia says you need a GPU, not a weaksauce NPU.
Feature
Does lift-off distance matter in a gaming mouse?
Companion apps for gaming mice often allow you to change the mouse's lift-off distance. But what is lift-off distance? And does it really affect gaming performance?
Deal
This award-winning Corsair keyboard is an even better deal today
The Corsair K70 Core is already the best value for a full-sized gaming keyboard, but today you can get it for just $80 with a free wrist rest
Reviews
Pixio PX248 Wave review: A monitor for fashion, flair, and clarity on a budget
The Pixio PX248 Wave is an affordable monitor with good motion clarity and design that’s perfect for gamers who want a unique look.
Reviews
Plugable Thunderbolt 4 (TBT4-UDZ) dock review: A bit off the pace
Plugable's Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 Quad Docking Station (TBT4-UDZ) is one of a handful of ultrapremium Thunderbolt docking stations sporting tons of ports, as well as the ability to connect to four displays. But it falls a bit short, especially in stability.
Deal
This sweet spot Samsung gaming monitor is just $199 after a 50% discount
The Samsung Odyssey G50A gaming monitor is fast, crisp, and 50% off right now.
News
Intel blames aggressive motherboards for high-end CPU crashes
An internal Intel document says motherboard makers have disabled key protective features hoping to squeeze more performance out of 13th- and 14th-gen Core chips.
Opinion
I'm not afraid of Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite
There's simply no reason for Windows users to be afraid of the upcoming Arm-based Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite in a PC.
How-To
Benchmark your SSD: These free tools do it all
Fast SSDs have now almost completely replaced classic hard drives in PCs and notebooks. We tell you which SSD tips you should definitely know.
Feature
This stupid mistake in Logitech's AI-powered mouse is driving me mad
Logitech's Signature AI Edition M750 Wireless Mouse offers something new: one-click access to ChatGPT, and its ability to rewrite your prose. But the Logi Prompt Builder app is coming to all Logitech mice and keyboards…with a frustrating flaw.
News
Wacom's first OLED tablet is meant for drawing on the go
The 13-inch OLED Movink is feather light and connects with just one USB-C cable.
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