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Single-stick RAM tested: Fine for some games, a disaster for others
Micro Center ran gaming tests with a single 16GB DDR5 DIMM to see what kind of performance hit you can expect on a Ryzen X3D setup.
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Raspberry Pi 5 is getting a $100 price hike thanks to RAM shortage
AI-driven memory shortages are hitting Raspberry Pi hard. However, a newly announced Pi 4 3GB model offers some relief.
Feature
Amazon says it's a tech 'deal.' Price trackers tell a different story
Price trackers like Keepa and CamelCamelCamel expose fake discounts. Here's how to use them before your next tech purchase.
Full Nerd
Trusting AI is dangerous. It's time for an open-source revival
What once seemed like idealism now feels like the only sane option in an AI-crazy world.
Opinion
I’m begging you: Stop calling mechanical keyboards 'creamy'
"Creamy" keyboards are all over social media and retailer listings. ARGH, MAKE IT STOP! I HATE IT!
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Razer Pro Type Ergo is the brand's first split ergonomic keyboard
Razer enters the segment with the Pro Type Ergo: a premium wireless keyboard with wrist rest, macro keys, and Command Dial for $189.99.
Deal
Asus ROG's 4K OLED monitor drops to $799, its lowest price
This 32-inch Asus ROG WOLED monitor hits 4K/165Hz or 1080p/330Hz, and it's $200 off at Amazon right now.
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How to make your PC feel new again, no upgrades required
RAM, SSD, and GPU prices are spiking. These tips will keep your current PC running strong until it's worth upgrading again.
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World Backup Day isn't the deal fest it once was
Yes, there are discounts on PC storage for World Backup Day 2026. But they're focused on hard drives and SD cards, making SSD sales harder to find among rising prices.
Deal
Kamrui Hyper H2 deal: This $430 mini PC won't bottleneck you
The Kamrui Hyper H2 with Intel's i5-14450HX is 44% off at Amazon. It's got a strong CPU and it's excellent for multi-monitor productivity.
Deal
This portable monitor just hit its lowest price ever: $50
Need a portable second screen? This 15.6-inch 1080p monitor is just $50 at Amazon, matching its all-time low price.
Full Nerd
The Full Nerd Newsletter: The Podcast is…live
We heard you wanted a podcast for a newsletter based on a podcast.
Best Deals
The 16 best tech deals in Amazon's Big Spring Sale
The Big Spring Sale is almost over and will only last through to the end of the month. Grab these awesome tech deals before they're gone!
Opinion
This futuristic 990-foot HDMI cable is going viral. Here's the catch
A hot new viral trend that swaps electrons for photons sounds awesome. And fiber-optic I/O cables might be a great idea for some home setups. But existing solutions can do more for less.
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Your data’s not safe if you’re missing these 7 backup essentials
There's a right way to do data backup. Ask yourself, does my plan have these 7 things covered?
Deal
Corsair's Scimitar Elite drops to $50, its lowest price yet
The Corsair Scimitar Elite—wired, 12 programmable side buttons, 18,000 DPI sensor—is $50 (was $90) at Amazon. Best price I've seen.
Deal
Anker's clever 13-port dock drops to its lowest price (27% off)
The Anker Nano 13-in-1 drops to $110 (was $150). It splits into a full desk dock and a portable hub. We reviewed it and gave it 4 stars.
Deal
This mini PC packs a Core i7 + 32GB RAM. It's $290 off with our code
Score the Acemagic M5 mini PC for just $609 (was $899) with PCWorld's exclusive promo code.
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Samsung's new OLED monitor panels are built to battle glare and scratches
Thanks to new film tech, Samsung says that its new panels (also used by Asus, Gigabyte, and MSI) will let them show more vibrant blacks and resist scratches.
Deal
Samsung's 34-inch 1440p ultrawide monitor is now $300 (44% off)
The Samsung ViewFinity S65UA just dropped to $300 (was $540). That's the best price I've seen for this ultrawide 3440×1440 monitor.
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A lucky Reddit user found an RTX 5060 Ti for just $80 at Walmart
In a post shared on Reddit, the user says they got nearly $300 off the price—and yes, they have the receipts.
Full Nerd
Windows 11 users have heard Microsoft's promises before. That's the problem
Companies now often tell us they're listening and vow to do better. It's no longer enough.
Deal
Take $600 off LG's giant OLED ultrawide gaming monitor
This LG monitor stretches out the standard format to 39 inches, and today it's on a deep discount if your budget can stretch to $1000.
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Dell's new mouse and keyboard charge in 5 seconds, last all day
Dell's new Pro 7 Compact Keyboard and Mouse use supercapacitor technology for insanely quick charges. A full charge lasts up to 3 months.
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CPU shortages loom as PC makers scramble for chips
A new report indicates that manufacturers are seeing wait times for CPU deliveries stretch to multiple months, indicating fewer and more expensive PCs in the future.
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The new Ryzen 9: Did AMD just announce a CPU for exactly no one?
The Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 has double the V-cache and even more power. It's a dream come true for PC performance fans…but several factors may leave gamers out in the cold.
Deal
Geekom IT13 mini PC hits all-time low price: $569 (33% off)
Amazon's Big Spring Sale knocks $280 off the Geekom IT13 mini PC, featuring an Intel Core i5-13600H, upgradeable RAM/SSD, and Windows 11 Pro.
Deal
I reviewed StarTech's great laptop dock, and now it's 40% off
I gave StarTech's quad-display Thunderbolt 4 laptop dock four out of five stars in my review. Now Amazon has cut its price by about 40 percent, making this docking station a real steal.
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Intel's new performance tool casts doubt on benchmark scores
Geekbench maker Primate Labs is flagging Intel Core Ultra 200S Plus results as potentially invalid because Intel's new IBOT performance tool isn't publicly documented.
Deal
MSI's OLED monitor drops to $400: 1440p, 240Hz, 27 inches
This monitor is a great deal if you want OLED picture quality with enough speed to handle competitive online gaming.
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RAM is so expensive, it comes with a free Intel Core 9 CPU
One Newegg promotion paired 64GB of DDR5 RAM (retail price of almost $900) with a "free" top-shelf Intel Core 9 285K processor.
Deal
GMKtec M3 Ultra mini PC with 16GB RAM hits its lowest price: $430
The GMKtec M3 Ultra supports three 4K displays and is currently 28% off during Amazon's Big Spring Sale.
Deal
This 240Hz Asus TUF gaming monitor is just $129 right now
Don't miss this Amazon Big Spring Sale deal: the Asus TUF VG259QM5A works with both AMD and Nvidia GPUs!
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Arm finally moves into silicon
Arm has designed its first silicon chips with help from Meta, though they're designed for the data center, and not the PC.
Deal
Logitech's low-profile G515 gaming keyboard is 56% off today
The Logitech G515 normally goes for $160, but this one (with a bit of Genshin branding) is $90 off on Amazon right now.
Deal
Samsung's 40-inch 4K 180Hz ultrawide monitor is $500 off right now
Get one of the best 4K ultrawide gaming monitors on the market for $700 (was $1,200) at Amazon, with a free game thrown in.
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Windows 11 update kills hidden trick for faster NVMe driver
The latest update blocks a registry tweak that delivered a native NVMe driver for Windows 11, ported over from Windows Server.
Feature
TMR keyboards work nothing like the one you're typing on
TMR keyboards operate without contact and with extreme precision, allowing you to optimize trigger points, profiles, and functions to fully harness the benefits.
Deal
Today only! $150 off Geekom A7 Max mini PC: Ryzen 9 + 16GB RAM
The hardware is good, but the ports are impressive. Get this punchy mini PC for $549 (was $699) at Best Buy with this flash deal!
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AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 could (finally!) ship soon, leaks say
AMD's next-gen Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 chip was rumored to launch at CES 2026 in January. It seems like it might finally be happening.
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LG's new 1Hz display is the secret behind a new laptop's battery life
LG unveils the Oxide 1Hz panel, which appears in a new flagship laptop and will be added to external displays. The 1Hz refresh rate can extend battery life by almost 50 percent.
Deal
This 27-inch Samsung 4K monitor is 50% off
The 27-inch Samsung ViewFinity S80D 4K IPS monitor is down to $200 at B&H—half its usual price! A great home office display while the deal lasts.
Deal
Kamrui Hyper H1 mini PC deal: Ryzen 7 + 16GB RAM for $400
With a 512GB SSD and triple 4K monitor support, it's an excellent daily driver for the price.
Feature
Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus review: 6 key things to know
Intel’s top Arrow Lake Refresh processor gives PC enthusiasts plenty to like. But will DIY builders agree?
Deal
Acer's fast OLED gaming monitors are on sale: Up to 50% off today
You can get a 27-incher for $400, 34-incher for $500, or a massive 39-incher for $700. All of them are massively discounted new monitors.
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Valve's Steam Machine is still MIA, but SteamOS gets 'initial support'
The latest preview version of the Linux-based SteamOS gets an update to support the upcoming console-style gaming PC.
Deal
Score Acer's 300Hz gaming monitor for just $100 right now
The Acer Predator XB3 is a whopping 66% off at B&H. It may only be 1080p, but IPS and 300Hz at this price is a steal.
Full Nerd
Hey, Nvidia: DLSS 5 can’t make great art with imperfect science
When audiences focus on technical execution, art loses its impact.
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Intel joins Microsoft in a push to load PC games faster — up to 37X
Intel is releasing the first iteration of the Intel Graphics Shader Distribution Service, a new distribution program that pushes preconfigured shaders to your PC. It eliminates one of the obstacles to quickly loading your PC games.
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