Matthew S. Smith

Contributor, PCWorld

Matthew S. Smith is a freelance technology journalist with 15 years of experience reviewing consumer electronics. In addition to PCWorld, his work can be found on Wired, Ars Technica, Digital Trends, Reviewed, IGN, and Lifewire. Matthew also covers AI and the metaverse for IEEE Spectrum and runs Computer Gaming Yesterday, a YouTube channel devoted to PC gaming history.

Articles by Matthew S. Smith

Best monitors for a home office 2026: Top-notch displays that mean business

Best monitors for a home office 2026: Top-notch displays that mean business

Working from home has its challenges, but there's no need to compromise on your display. Very good home office monitors exist at various price points to help aid your productivity.

By Matthew S. Smith and Sam Singleton 4 days ago

HyperX Omen OLED 27q review: A budget OLED monitor champ

HyperX Omen OLED 27q review: A budget OLED monitor champ

In many respects, the HyperX Omen OLED 27q is a typical budget OLED monitor, but its color performance makes it really stands out.

By Matthew S. Smith 5 days ago

Asus TUF Gaming A14 review: Great performance, just not for gaming

Asus TUF Gaming A14 review: Great performance, just not for gaming

Though it has “gaming” in its name, the Asus TUF Gaming A14 makes more sense as a general-purpose creative or AI workstation that can also handle games when it’s time to clock out.

By Matthew S. Smith 6 days ago

Best portable monitors 2026: Displays that go with you

Best portable monitors 2026: Displays that go with you

For the ultimate in flexibility, a portable monitor lets you take your workspace with you, whether on a business trip, out in the field, or just relocating to another room.

By Matthew S. Smith 2 weeks ago

Dell Ultrasharp 32 U3226Q review: An OLED built for pro studios

Dell Ultrasharp 32 U3226Q review: An OLED built for pro studios

The Dell Ultrasharp 32 U3226Q is a feature-packed 4K QD-OLED monitor with great color performance and a built-in colorimeter, though its price certainly narrows its appeal.

By Matthew S. Smith 2 weeks ago

Best USB-C monitors 2026: 3 displays that excel at connectivity

Best USB-C monitors 2026: 3 displays that excel at connectivity

USB-C displays elegantly combine two desktop mainstays — your monitor and a USB-C hub — for a less cluttered and more connected work environment.

By Matthew S. Smith 2 weeks ago

Best monitors 2026: Top picks for gaming, 4K, HDR, and more

Best monitors 2026: Top picks for gaming, 4K, HDR, and more

Our picks are the result of hundreds of hours spent testing the latest monitors from Acer, Asus, BenQ, Dell, LG, Samsung, and other major brands.

By Matthew S. Smith 3 weeks ago

HP Series 7 Pro review: A monitor with tons of connectivity...and color

HP Series 7 Pro review: A monitor with tons of connectivity...and color

The HP Series 7 Pro is a functional, professional monitor that’s packed with connectivity and delivers good image quality, too.

By Matthew S. Smith 3 weeks ago

Best gaming monitors 2026: Displays that will do your games justice

Best gaming monitors 2026: Displays that will do your games justice

Whether you're looking for 4K, HDR, a budget price, or the best overall package, we have gaming monitor picks for you.

By Matthew S. Smith 3 weeks ago

Acer Predator X32 X review: Another solid 32-inch 4K gaming monitor

Acer Predator X32 X review: Another solid 32-inch 4K gaming monitor

Acer’s Predator X32 X joins the current crop of 32-inch 4K QD-OLED monitors with exceptional image quality.

By Matthew S. Smith 3 weeks ago

Best 4K monitors: HDR, gaming, budget, and best overall

Best 4K monitors: HDR, gaming, budget, and best overall

We've applied our extensive hands-on monitor testing to models from Dell, Samsung, Asus, and other big brands to name the best 4K monitors among them.

By Matthew S. Smith 3 weeks ago

Best ultrawide monitors 2026: Picks for gaming, budget, 5K, and more

Best ultrawide monitors 2026: Picks for gaming, budget, 5K, and more

Let's face it, the more screen space you have to stretch out on, the better the experience, whether you're working on a project or gaming. See which ultrawide monitors we've rated as best.

By Matthew S. Smith 4 weeks ago

Lenovo ThinkPad T1g review: A jack of all trades, but it works

Lenovo ThinkPad T1g review: A jack of all trades, but it works

The Lenovo ThinkPad T1g doesn’t excel in any one area, but good-enough performance across the board, along with its durable design and large keyboard, make it a good choice for work and play.

By Matthew S. Smith 4 weeks ago

Gigabyte MO27Q28G review: A great entry-level OLED monitor

Gigabyte MO27Q28G review: A great entry-level OLED monitor

Sporting a 4th-generation LG tandem WOLED panel, the Gigabyte MO27Q28G is proof that more advanced display tech is now available for a more modest price.

By Matthew S. Smith 4 weeks ago

Windows throttled my 4K webcam

Windows throttled my 4K webcam

My brand-new laptop's 4K webcam could only do 1440p. Here's why Windows sometimes holds back the full potential of a webcam.

By Matthew S. Smith 1 month ago

What to look for in a CRT monitor: The ultimate guide for retro gamers

What to look for in a CRT monitor: The ultimate guide for retro gamers

Here's what to look for if you're on the hunt for a CRT monitor to level up your retro gaming experience.

By Matthew S. Smith 1 month ago

Dell XPS 14 review: Built for endurance, not speed

Dell XPS 14 review: Built for endurance, not speed

Dell’s entry-level XPS 14 with LCD looks as attractive as more expensive configurations and delivers better battery life, but the performance of Intel’s modest Core Ultra 5 325 fails to excite.

By Matthew S. Smith 1 month ago

Samsung Movingstyle M7 review: A monitor that rolls wherever its needed

Samsung Movingstyle M7 review: A monitor that rolls wherever its needed

The Samsung Movingstyle M7 is a mobile display with a smart TV operating system. It’s not perfect, but it delivers on its core features and undercuts the competition on price.

By Matthew S. Smith 1 month ago

Dell XPS 14 review: A course correction

Dell XPS 14 review: A course correction

The Dell XPS 14 brings the company’s flagship laptop back into competition with speedy Intel Core Series 3 chips and a redesign that’s more practical, yet still premium.

By Matthew S. Smith 2 months ago

Dell Ultrasharp 52 Thunderbolt Hub Monitor review: Large and in charge

Dell Ultrasharp 52 Thunderbolt Hub Monitor review: Large and in charge

The Dell Ultrasharp 52 Thunderbolt Hub Monitor is a uniquely gigantic display aimed at multitaskers who work across multiple computers.

By Matthew S. Smith 2 months ago