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Logitech MX Mechanical review: Clicky fun in a grown-up package
Logitech's newest design is amazingly tiny for mechanical, but has a steep premium over other designs.
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Seagate Beskar Ingot NVMe SSD review: A Star Wars-themed hyperdrive
Seagate's Beskar Ingot NVMe drives is a dressed-for-the-Star-Wars-ball version of the FireCuda 530. It's every bit as fast and adds a hefty, Mandalorian-themed heat sink to the mix.
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Corsair K70 RGB Pro Mini Wireless review: Teeny tiny, super pricey
Corsair's smallest wireless gaming keyboard is incredibly flexible and incredibly expensive
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Teamgroup Cardea A440 Pro SSD review: Scintillating PCIe 4.0 performance
The Teamgroup Cardea A440 Pro is a top-tier drive that impressed us with its performance numbers, but the higher capacities are pricey and then some.
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Seagate Beskar Ingot SSD review: Fast SATA storage for Mandalorian fans
Seagate's Beskar Ingot (FireCuda SE) SSD is attractive, "collectable", and fast. But you pay a pretty penny for the styling and collectability.
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LG DualUp 28MQ780-B review: You've never used a monitor like this before
With an unusual aspect ratio, the LG DualUp 28MQ780-B is a one-of-a-kind display and an ideal pick for anyone who works in photo or video editing.
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Kingston XS2000 review: This pocketable SSD is fast and spacious
Kingston's XS2000 20Gbps USB SSD is affordable, tiny enough to get lost in your pocket, and available with up to 4TB of capacity.
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Acer Vero BR277 review: An eco-friendly monitor on a budget
Looking for a monitor built from recycled material and with an emphasis on sustainability? The Acer Ver BR277 offers that, just don't expect any mind-blowing features.
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Samsung M8 Smart Monitor review: A 4K HDR display with a smart TV built-in
The Samsung M8 Smart Monitor might not be perfect, but it's a good choice for those who need the features of a 4K smart TV and PC monitor in one relatively neat package.
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Logitech Lift review: A smaller vertical wireless mouse for the masses
The Lift is an affordable and attractive ergonomic mouse designed for smaller hands (and lefties too!), but for some folks it will fall short.
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Tested: The Ryzen 7 5800X3D bookends an incredible era of AMD upgrades
As the era of AM4 draws to its close, AMD's launch of the 5800X3D shows just how far Ryzen has come—and the tangible benefits of the company's generosity toward fans.
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Dell G3223Q: Beats the 4K competition, but far from perfect
Boasting a high refresh rate, solid image quality, and dual HDMI 2.1 ports, the reasonably priced Dell G3223Q stands out in the field of large 4K displays.
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Monoprice 28-inch CrystalPro review: An affordable 4K USB-C monitor with quirks
A budget-friendly 4K option, the Monoprice 28-inch CrystalPro gives you exactly what the name tells you it will and not much more.
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SK Hynix Platinum P41 SSD review: The pursuit of affordable speed
The SK Hynix P41 is a very fast PCIe 4 NVMe SSD that's significantly cheaper than a lot of its peers, at least in the 2TB flavor.
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Asus ROG Strix Z690-I review: Small mini-ITX motherboard, big-time features
For those who want to build a small PC but don't want to compromise on performance, the Asus ROG Strix Z690-I is the perfect option.
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Adata Elite SE880 portable SSD review: Fast, affordable, and tiny
The Elite SE880 is small, a great everyday performer, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
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Dell G3223D review: A big, brilliant monitor that's held back by HDR
Despite a disappointing HDR mode, the large Dell G3223D 1440p display offers great image quality and plenty of excellent features.
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Acer Nitro XV272 review: Top-tier 1080p gaming
Though expensive for 1080p, the Acer Nitro XV272 delivers attractive image quality for both gamers and creators.
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Tested: AMD's Ryzen 7 6800U brings big performance to the tiniest laptops
The next wave of AMD’s Ryzen 6000 mobile processors have arrived. Here are the important things to know about the top chip—and what it means for your next thin-and-light laptop.
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BenQ Mobiuz EX3210U review: A gaming monitor with a split personality
BenQ’s Mobiuz EX3210U is a 32-inch, 4K monitor that's aimed at two different users—the PC gamer and the content creator—but, unfortunately, doesn’t hit the mark with either.
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SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless review: A premium, function-packed gaming mouse
The SteelSeries Aerox 9 Wireless is an amazing game mouse, boasting a lightweight design, dazzling RGB, great ergonomics, and 18 easily programmable buttons.
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Gigabyte M27Q X review: Lush color in a 240Hz monitor
Gigabyte's M27Q X doesn't look like much out of the box, but it delivers a superb gaming experience where it counts, with excellent motion clarity and stunning image quality.
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MSI MPG X570S Carbon EK X review: A motherboard for custom water-cooling in style
The MSI MPG X570S Carbon EK X takes aim at a niche segment of water-cooling enthusiasts, offering features and style for a relatively affordable price. A Carbon Max variant is available for standard cooling builds.
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Gigabyte Aorus X570 Master review: A cost-effective motherboard for Ryzen fans
Cutting-edge specs are cool and all, but most builders are better off focusing on features that pay dividends in the here and now. This is where the Gigabyte Aorus X570 Master comes in.
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Asus X570 ROG Crosshair VIII Hero
Asus's X570 ROG Crosshair VIII Hero (and its "Dark Hero" variant) top out at Ryzen 5000, but it hits a sweet spot in terms of price and features that should please price-conscious PC builders.
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Dell U3223QE review: A winning debut for an IPS Black monitor
The Dell U3223QE uses LG’s IPS Black tech to deliver a top-notch, professional-level, 31.5-inch, 4K display with a built-in USB-C hub.
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Samsung T7 Shield portable SSD review: Ultra-fast and built to last
The T7 Shield is the latest, fastest version of Samsung's top-of-the-line portable SSD. It forgoes the fingerprint scanner of the Touch in favor of a toughened outer skin for better survivability in rough environs.
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PNY CS2140 SSD review: A solid everyday drive with bargain pricing
The PCIe 4 PNY CS2140 performs like a mid-tier PCIe 3 drive, but it's available for lowball prices
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Acer K242HYL review: An affordable monitor for any occasion
At this price, you expect to make some compromises. Acer does a good job of hitting the features that matter most in the K242HYL.
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Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Master review: A motherboard worthy of Intel's best
With attractive looks and a generous feature set, the Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Master should be on the shortlist if you're looking for an enthusiast-class Intel motherboard.
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Corsair K70 RGB Pro review: Ping ping ping ping ping
The very expensive Corsair K70 mechanical keyboard falls short in a few very specific ways.
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Razer DeathAdder V2 review: A mild-mannered gaming mouse
Packing a 14K optical sensor, seven programmable buttons, and dual connectivity options, the Razer DeathAdder V2 X Hyperspeed is an able gaming mouse for the price. It doesn't include any RGB lighting—but that may be a plus for some.
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Asus ProArt PA279CV monitor review: The go-to for content creators on a budget
The Asus ProArt PA279CV targets content creators with accurate image quality and expansive connectivity – and it hits the mark.
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Dell P2723QE review: A solid 4K USB-C hub monitor for home offices
Dell’s P2723QE is a solid home office monitor for those with a USB-C laptop, but skimps on the extras.
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MSI X570 Godlike review: This all-powerful motherboard boasts rare features
The "Godlike" moniker on the MSI X570 motherboard should be a hint that this board is all-powerful, boasting a rare combination of enthusiast-level features. It's just not upgradeable beyond Ryzen 5000.
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Asus ROG Maximus Z690 Extreme review: Glorious, luxurious motherboard excess
Asus Maximum Z690 Extreme motherboard pushes the boundaries of high end, with a feature laden beast and budget buster.
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Review: Asus's TUF 4K gaming monitor plays nice with all your consoles
Asus’s TUF Gaming VG28UQL1A monitor delivers crystal-clear 4K and plenty of ports (including HDMI 2.1) but whiffs on HDR.
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Alienware AW3423DW review: Quantum dot OLED renders rivals obsolete
Gamers, don’t hesitate. The Alienware AW3423DW's quantum dot OLED panel is a dark, brooding beast you’ll want to tame.
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Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus NVMe SSD review: Fast on PCIe 4, fast on PCIe 3
Sabrent's Rocket 4 Plus lives up to its name, delivering near top-tier performance at a mid-range price. The 2TB version outperformed the pricier Samsung 980 Pro.
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Dell S2722QC monitor review: Affordable 4K and USB-C, with sacrifices
Do you need excellent image quality or 4K and USB-C at an affordable price? The answer will determine if the Dell S2722QC is the right monitor for you.
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Intel Dragon Canyon NUC12EDBi9 review: Small form factor PCs made simple
This update to Intel's eGPU-sized gaming PC can better hold its own against DIY builds.
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AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS review: Game-changing performance for tiny laptops
Don't count out AMD just yet despite the arrival of Intel's 12th-gen CPUs.
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Tested: This wild gadget turns your laptop into a triple-monitor powerhouse
External displays for laptops have moved beyond single standalone devices. FOPO's "triple" dual-screen portable monitor looks like a road warrior's dream — but make sure it fits and you bring your charger.
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WD Black SN770 SSD review: Fast, affordable, and unusual
WD's price-competitive Black SN770 PCIe 4 NVMe SSD is an good performer and further evidence that DRAM-less (HMB) design has come of age.
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Apple M1 Max vs. Intel 12th-gen Core i9: Fight!
Bengals vs. Chiefs, Bud Light vs. Bud, Apple M1 Max vs. Intel 12th-gen Core i9—we do our part to carry on the long tradition of pointless partisan squabbling and rabid one-upsmanship.
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AOC AG254FG review: A 360Hz gaming monitor built for the pros
The AOC AG254FG display sports 1080p resolution and is capable of a ridiculously fast 360Hz refresh rate. But its appeal might be limited to only the most hardcore or professional gamers.
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Core i9-12900HK review: Intel 'Alder Lake' laptops crush the competition
Intel's 12th-gen "Alder Lake" CPU arrives to push aside Ryzen 9 and Tiger Lake H in laptops. Wade deep into the benchmarks in our comprehensive Core i9-12900HK review.
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Adata Atom 50 SSD review: Affordable with excellent real world performance
While not one of the fastest PCIe 4 NVMe drive in benchmarks, the Atom 50 scored big time in our real life transfers. The drive is PS5 compatible, but uses HMB which isn't supported by the PS5, so performance may not match our numbers.
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NZXT BLD Kit review: DIY PC building with training wheels
NZXT’s curated sets of components make it easy to put together a PC, but as we found out, you can still run into the headaches of DIY building.
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