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It's $550 off! Acer's RTX 5070 laptop with 32GB RAM is a steal now
Get the stellar Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI for just $1,299.99 (was $1,849.99) with this special deal going on at B&H.
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I test gaming headsets and these are my top 5 tips
If you're buying a gaming headset you're going to want to know these five insider tips.
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This 8BitDo Retro wireless 'mecha' keyboard is just $63 today
If you're okay with an anime mecha-inspired look, you can get this awesome keyboard for close to half off on Amazon.
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MSI's insane RTX 5090 Lightning will cost more than a family vacation
According to MSI's Taiwanese site, the ridiculous water-cooled card will cost a little over $5,200 USD.
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This refurbed Acer with an RTX 5060 may be the best deal in gaming PCs right now
I wouldn't have called this refurbished PC a good deal six months ago. But with a decent CPU, GPU, and 16GB of RAM, plus a two-year warranty, it's as good as you're likely to find today.
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If you buy Razer’s insane $1337 mouse, I will be very disappointed in you
Razer's limited edition, retro Boomslang mouse has a price. It's absolutely ridiculous, especially in the middle of a market that seems to be actively ignoring PC gamers to chase AI riches.
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Nvidia is reportedly skipping consumer GPUs in 2026. Thanks, AI
Plans for new gaming GPUs are being put on hold as the company prioritizes its resources to meet sky-high demand for AI chips.
How-To
Don't let RAM clearance wreck your PC build
When building a PC, many factors must be considered, but one is often overlooked: the space around the RAM slots.
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Save $600 on Lenovo's RTX 5070 gaming beast with 16GB RAM today
You can get the Lenovo Legion 5 with Ryzen 7, RTX 5070, and 16GB RAM for $1,399 (was $1,999) at Best Buy right now!
Full Nerd
3 survival tips for 'budget' PC building in brutal times
The cost of PC building sucks right now. But smart tactics can take away some of the sting.
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How to build a $1,000 gaming PC in 2026: Don't
I tried to build a respectable gaming PC for about one grand in this economy. I failed.
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Nvidia says uninstalling Windows patch may fix gaming issues
Fed up with the latest Windows patches causing visual artifacts in games? Nvidia representatives are suggesting uninstalling the latest Windows patch might be the only solution.
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Valve's Steam Machine is now late and more expensive. Thanks, AI
The RAM crisis strikes again! Valve has delayed the release dates and final prices for the Steam Machine and Steam Frame.
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Asus releases the ROG Kithara, a gaming headset for audiophiles
This wired gaming headset incorporates HiFiMan tech that's normally reserved for high-end audiophile headphones.
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GTA 6's release date confirmed, for real this time. Seriously.
After several pushed back dates, Take-Two has confirmed the final release date for Grand Theft Auto VI.
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AMD's CEO suggests the next Xbox could be closer than we thought
Since 2025, Microsoft has had a multi-year collaboration with AMD involving both desktop and laptop devices.
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Logitech launches G325 Lightspeed headset with big sound at a small price
This new headset provides premium sound quality at a lower price.
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Asus' award-winning ROG Strix Scope II 96 keyboard drops to best price
The Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 was already worth it at $209.99. It's a no-brainer now that it's on sale for $129.99 on Amazon.
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Don't be fooled: Intel's Panther Lake graphics come with a catch
I benchmarked Panther Lake's integrated graphics performance and there's more to it than meets the eye. Here's what I saw.
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Asus ROG Strix G16 for $400 off: RTX 5070 Ti, Ryzen 9, 16GB RAM
This stellar gaming laptop with a significantly powerful GPU is now on sale for $1,599.99 at Best Buy.
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Samsung's OLED TVs are finally getting Nvidia G-Sync support
All of Samsung's 2026 OLED monitors and televisions will be compatible with G-Sync, ready for smooth PC gaming.
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Insane deal: HP's RTX 5070 laptop with 32GB RAM is $661 off!
The HP Omen Slim 16 is down to $1,449 (was $2,110) at B&H, a jaw-dropping price for a laptop with great specs for gamers.
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This is the one key feature you want in any gaming mouse
There are a lot of features in modern gaming mice, but one in particular is crucial to performance.
Reviews
Corsair Galleon 100 SD review: A gaming keyboard and Stream Deck in one
The Corsair Galleon 100 SD is a high-quality, all-in-one gaming keyboard with integrated Stream Deck features, excellent typing performance, and versatile controls, but it’s bulky, wired, and best suited for users who will actually use its many extra functions.
Full Nerd
Yeah, I’d take Panther Lake in a desktop PC
In a world without easy, affordable DIY building, maybe it’s time to tear down long-standing divides between desktop and laptop computers.
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Update now! Bluetooth flaw lets attackers silently hijack accessories
A security vulnerability called WhisperPair affects millions of Bluetooth headphones and accessories. Attackers can pair devices, eavesdrop and locate them. Here's how to protect yourself now.
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Nvidia's GeForce Now arrives on Linux with up to 360Hz streaming
Linux gamers can now stream their library at up to 5K resolution and 360Hz, though not at the same time.
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Zotac sounds the alarm on 'the survival of graphics card manufacturers'
A Zotac representative was deeply apologetic in a post to the company's Korean store, saying the RAM crisis puts GPU manufacturers in danger.
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Rejoice! Razer Synapse now works on the web, no install needed
The tool matches VIA and similar web-based configurators, but only works with three Huntsman keyboards at launch.
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Over 25,000 games are now Steam Deck certified by Valve
With a little over 30,000 games cataloged, Valve is about a quarter of the way through every game on Steam.
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Acer's trusty RTX 5060 gaming laptop drops to $999
Save $250 on the Acer Nitro V over at B&H. This decked-out gaming laptop is one of our favorites.
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Intel's GPUs just got a big boost with Nvidia-style multi-frame generation
Intel's latest Arc driver update brings multi-frame generation at up to 3X, plus support for powerful integrated graphics on Panther Lake laptops.
How-To
BIOS updates: Should you bother?
BIOS and UEFI control the basic functions of the PC. Updating them is risky, but can bring important benefits.
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Deal! Lenovo's RTX 5060 OLED laptop with 32GB RAM is $570 off today
Complete with Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU, 1TB SSD, and a gorgeous chassis, the Lenovo Legion 7i is worth it with this massive price drop at Best Buy.
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A Lenovo update hints at Nvidia Arm CPUs coming soon
Lenovo Yoga, IdeaPad, and Legion laptops with "N1" and "N1X" monikers—matching powerful Nvidia Arm chips—were spotted by a data miner.
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Nintendo made a real Talking Flower and it won't stop talking
Talking Flower will make random comments several times an hour and speaks 11 different languages.
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Report: Nvidia cancels GPU MSRP program
An industry insider says that Nvidia's "OPP" program, which kept at least some graphics card prices at retail, has been axed. That means higher prices for everyone, even as supply disappears.
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3 ways a VPN can enhance your gaming experience
Contrary to some claims, a VPN can actually improve the gaming experience. These three advantages speak for themselves.
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Does the Xbox app for Arm signal a gaming renaissance? Not yet
Microsoft's Xbox app has been released for all Windows on Arm PCs, making the vast majority of games downloadable and playable on Windows on Arm PCs running Qualcomm Snapragon chips. That doesn't mean they work, however.
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RTX 5090 cards sell out while scalpers make bank
Nvidia's flagship GPU has disappeared from store shelves—and scalpers are selling it for more than double now.
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Asus ROG Ally update lets AI haters ditch 'Gaming Copilot'
The newest software update to Asus' handheld lets you remap the button that launches Microsoft's "AI" gaming assistant.
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PCWorld interviews Gigabyte CEO Eddie Lin at CES
Adam got some face-to-face time with the CEO of one of the biggest names in PC gaming.
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This Asus RTX 5060 laptop with OLED screen is $350 off today
Get the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 for only $1,450 (was $1,800) before this massive Best Buy deal expires.
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Millions of Bluetooth headphones at risk of eavesdropping security flaw
Affected models include headphones from Sony, Jabra, JBL, Marshall, Xiaomi, Nothing, OnePlus, Soundcore, Logitech, and Google.
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Score this RTX 5060 gaming laptop for $400 off
You can get the Asus TUF Gaming F16 for $1,300 at B&H right now.
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Asus denies discontinuing the RTX 5070 and RTX 5060 Ti
Asus blamed a PR representative for telling a YouTube channel that the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti would be discontinued and/or canceled.
Reviews
Hitscan Hyperlight review: An ultra-light gaming mouse with 8K turbo
The Hitscan Hyperlight impresses with its feather-light 39 grams, precise PAW3395 sensor, and strong wireless performance. A mouse for FPS fans looking for maximum control.
Full Nerd
Big AI has PC users furious. Nvidia and Micron's weird emotional appeals make it worse
Fair, reasonable conversations could be had about AI growth. That’s not what the public’s being asked to participate in.
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Asus reportedly cancels the RTX 5070 Ti, as Nvidia scales back on 16GB cards
Various sources claim that Nvidia is constraining supplies for the RTX 5060 Ti and 5070 Ti, the least expensive 16GB GPUs it offers. Asus may have completely stopped production of the 5070 Ti.
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