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Gear Seekers' Nick Cole explains what makes a great PC case
Nobody knows PC cases like Nick Cole of Gear Seekers—which is why he's making his own. Adam picks his brain in the latest PCWorld YouTube interview.
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This USB-C hub with two HDMI ports is down to just $34
Mokin's 6-in-1 USB-C hub can add two external monitors to your laptop—and it's 32% off right now!
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Asrock's RX 6500 XT now comes in an 8GB version, still cheap
The budget-friendly graphics card gets double the GDDR without crossing the $200 price point.
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24 work-from-home tech products that will level up your office
Looking to upgrade your work-from-home setup? We've got you covered with the best tech products to help transform your home office into something your coworkers can only envy.
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Mediatek set to make an Arm PC chip next year, report says
Mediatek is set to join Qualcomm and possibly Nvidia in making Arm chips for Windows PCs in 2025, a report says.
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Best Father’s Day tech deals and discounts
We've got some great deals for dad, or just for yourself. From geeky gadgets to computer gear to smart home products, there's something for everyone at great discounts.
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This popular Dell docking station hits best price ever on Amazon
It's so easy to turn your laptop into a full-blown workstation with this Dell docking station.
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Add 8 ports to your laptop with this Anker USB-C hub, now $50
Save 29% on this super versatile 8-in-1 USB-C hub that can do almost anything.
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Get PCWorld's favorite budget gaming monitor for just $180, with a $50 gift card
The Dell G2724D was a deal at $300, but it's a steal at $180. With extra Dell cash back, it's highway robbery (the good kind).
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GDDR7 memory is coming in early 2025
SK Hynix plans to produce faster memory in Q1 2025—and the other two major players want to do it even sooner.
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USB-C not charging? Try these tricks
Here are a few tips to try when your USB-C device isn't charging.
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Why MSI, Asus, and Asrock are testing CAMM2 on desktop
Three different vendors had concept motherboards with CAMM2 memory at Computex. What's the deal with this trend?
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Samsung's sleek Odyssey G8 gaming monitor is 29% off right now
This ultrawide curved gaming monitor even supports USB-C video transmission.
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Asus ROG Extreme headset, mouse, and keyboard offer crazy customizations
The Delta 2 headset, Azoth Extreme keyboard, and Harpe Ace Extreme mouse offer interesting options you won't find elsewhere.
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Wow! This 45-inch LG gaming monitor just got $600 cheaper
Getting this incredible LG UltraGear at this price feels like winning the lottery.
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SilverStone's 2,500-watt PSU can run four RTX 4090s at once
This new drool-worthy power supply has no fewer than four 12V-2×6 connections for the thirstiest cards on the market.
Reviews
PNY RP60 20Gbps USB SSD review: Fast, handsome, affordable
PNY's good-looking, RP60 20Gbps USB SSD delivers good performance, but it's main claim to fame is its IP65 (dust-proof and weatherized) rating.
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Sabrent Rocket Nano 2242 review: The perfect SSD for finicky Thinkpads
The Rocket Nano 2242 is tailor-made for Lenovo's Legion Go and Thinkpads, eliminating the need for a 2230/2242 adapter. It's also a good performer.
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Watch The Full Nerd wave goodbye to Computex, the ultimate PC show
Join us for a party and wrap-up from the Asus ROG booth, live on the Computex show floor.
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DisplayLink goes 'Pro' to highlight even faster speeds
DisplayLink, the alternative to Thunderbolt and USB docking stations, is adding a "Pro" logo to highlight speeds up to 240Hz on 1080p.
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CAMM2 deep-dive: The futuristic new memory standard, explained
CAMM2 is gaining steam among laptop and desktop manufacturers, and might just save us from a future where memory can never be upgraded.
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Intel's Lunar Lake is what the first AI PCs should have been
Intel wants you to compare Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite to its upcoming Lunar Lake platform — not its current Meteor Lake chips, inside first-gen AI PCs.
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Intel abandons hyperthreading for Lunar Lake CPUs
The thin-and-light laptops with Intel's new Lunar Lake CPUs won't have – or need – hyperthreading, a technological mainstay for 20 years.
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Fractal Design's tiny Raspberry Pi concept case needs to become reality, stat!
For Computex 2024, Fractal Design made a Raspberry Pi case in the style of its North line—and it should absolutely become a real product.
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Why mixing your PC’s RAM is a recipe for disaster
It's often tempting to mix and match RAM sticks with different specifications. But there are valid reasons why you shouldn't.
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Best of Computex 2024: The most intriguing and innovative PC hardware
Which reveals got us deeply, personally excited? This is the best hardware and software of Computex 2024. Giddy up.
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Intel delves into Lunar Lake: 'We don't believe you need to compromise'
Mark Hachman sits down with Intel's Dan Rogers and Robert Hallock to dish on the company's latest and greatest laptop chips – complete with a few shots at Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite.
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Phanteks’ new Evolv X2 case will stop you in your tracks
One of the most striking PC cases on the Computex show floor can be found in Phanteks’ booth.
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Lexar Armor 700 portable SSD review: Fast and impervious to the elements
Lexar's 20Gbps Armor 700 USB SSD is a good performer, as well as being weatherized and ruggedized to an IP66 rating.
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This itty bitty PC case will divide friends, and I want one
Montech unveiled a new small-form-factor case at Computex 2024 with distinctive looks—and it’s unexpectedly compelling.
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Asus summons Mjolnir, a heroic UPS inspired by Thor’s hammer
Why keep a standard portable power station tucked away when the god of thunder’s signature weapon could be sitting on your desk?
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Intel and AMD need to deliver better laptop battery life – fast
Everyone’s talking about AI performance, but Qualcomm’s battery life promises are the real threat.
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Samsung unveils OLED gaming monitors in big and speedy flavors
New, hopefully cheaper Samsung Odyssey OLED monitors are 32-inch/240Hz and 27-inch/360hz.
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Qualcomm wants 50% of the PC market by 2029
Recent remarks from CEOs at both Qualcomm and Arm show that they're looking for a huge slice of the PC pie.
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This $119 1080p Asus monitor is perfect for content creators
This 1080p monitor delivers color accuracy like few can, and it's only $119.
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Acer’s new 480Hz OLED gaming monitor is luscious 1440p speedster
Acer has unveiled a 480Hz 2K OLED gaming monitor with a nifty tripod mount socket that can easily house a streamer's webcam.
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Corsair lets you bling out keyboards, mice, and desk mats
The Corsair Custom Lab has some trendy paint jobs, but its selection is a bit lacking at the moment.
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NZXT amps up its sleek aesthetics with new fans and a redesigned H7 Flow
At Computex 2024, NZXT dropped several hardware reveals—including sleek fans with no cable clutter and an airflow case that holds even more fans.
How-To
How to use an external monitor with a gaming laptop
If your gaming laptop screen feels too cramped, hook up an external monitor! Here's how to do it and what you need to know.
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Intel’s Lunar Lake is actually made at TSMC
Intel chief executive Pat Gelsinger explains why Intel chose to manufacture Lunar Lake at TSMC, rather than its own fabs.
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Intel’s next desktop chip, Arrow Lake, will ship this fall
Intel updates its roadmap to Arrow Lake and Panther Lake after launching its latest Core Ultra chip, code-named Lunar Lake.
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Lunar Lake deep-dive: Intel's new AI laptop CPU is utterly different
Intel launches Lunar Lake, its latest Core Ultra processor for thin-and-light notebooks. It finally has Copilot+- class AI capabilities, with an emphasis on low power and performance.
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Were first-gen AI laptop buyers burned by Copilot+ PCs? Here's Intel's answer
As Intel launches its next Core Ultra processor, code-named Lunar Lake, we ask Intel whether early adopters should have bought into the AI PC hype with a "Meteor Lake" PC.
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Intel's latest laptops get rid of replaceable memory
Installing memory on the Lunar Lake chip means manufacturers will only have access to 32GB of RAM, and end users can't upgrade via SO-DIMM.
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Lian Li’s understated new PC case will elevate your desk’s class
At Computex 2024, Lian Li announced new cases and building accessories, including a wood-accented chassis and a compact O11 Vision.
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Arm CEO: Apple 'woke up the industry on the art of the possible'
Arm CEO Rene Haas sat down with PCWorld to discuss the monumental efforts needed to make Windows on Arm compelling – and thanks Apple for helping to make it possible.
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AMD unveils two new Ryzen 5000 chips as AM4 refuses to die
The new Ryzen 9 5900XT and Ryzen 7 5800XT chips are coming next month, extending the legendary longevity of AM4.
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AMD interview: Breaking down Ryzen 9000, AM5, Ryzen AI and more
Adam has a chin wag with AMD's Donny Woligroski on the Computex floor to chat about all the latest and greatest in Ryzen hardware.
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Qualcomm says Snapdragon is coming to PC desktops
All-in-ones and SFF PCs seem like an obvious home for Windows on Arm, but what about conventional full-sized desktops?
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