Lenovo ThinkCentre M60q Chromebox review: Tiny, modern, and big on power
The ThinkCentre M60q Chromebox is one of the newest you can buy, and while it's versatile, and durable, it's also big on power
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Alienware x16 review: Powerful performance in a striking design
The Alienware x16 is powerful enough to run all your games, with plenty of RGB to show them off.
Alienware is one of the biggest brands when it comes to gaming laptops (and desktops), and for good reason. The brand, owned by Dell, has built up quite a reputation for delivering powerful performance and featuring an instantly recognizable design language. Although, Alienware laptops, like many gaming laptops, are known for being unwieldy. The Alienware X series in 2023 is meant to take things even further by packing powerful performance into a more compact chassis.
NZXT Relay review: A spectacular all-in-one audio system
NZXT has just cemented itself in the audio game.
Are you tired of using audio equipment from brands other than the companies you already rely on for peripherals, PC cases, and other components? So is NZXT, which is why the company is launching (or re-launching, if you've been following its audio developments) the Relay hardware ecosystem. It consists of a 2.0 speaker system, subwoofer, headset, and mixer with headset stand that you can use to use them all together. Each of these can be purchased individually to create a truly custom audio experience that caters to your specific requirements.
HP E45c G5 review: A true dual-screen solution in one monster monitor
HP's E45c G5 is a 44.5-inch super ultrawide that's designed to be the only office monitor you'll ever need
HP's E45c is a 44.5-inch monitor that's designed to fill the role of dual 1440p (QHD) monitors with few compromises. It's built for home and office work, accommodating the hybrid lifestyle that many have fallen into in the past few years. The E45c goes beyond the ultrawide norm, offering a 32:9 aspect ratio and a dual QHD (DQHD) resolution that works out to a crisp 5120 x 1440 pixel count.
Asus ROG Strix Scar G733P review: Showcasing the power of AMD Ryzen 9 and Nvidia's RTX 4090
Configure the latest Asus Scar 17 with an AMD Ryzen 9 and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 for an unmatched gaming experience.
The best gaming laptops available today have the very latest and greatest AMD and Intel processors, as well as capable graphics processing from Nvidia. We're adding the Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 (G733P) to this list after in-depth testing to see just how powerful this combination of internal components truly is. Inside this sleek gaming machine is an AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX processor with a whopping 16 physical cores and 32 threads, capable of boosting all the way up to 5.4 GHz, at least on paper.
G.Skill Trident Z5 RGB DDR5-7200 review: Superfast RAM for Intel CPUs
Just when you thought G.Skill's Trident Z5 DDR5 RAM couldn't get any faster for a while.
In order to get the most out of the latest AMD and Intel processors, it's important to give careful consideration to system memory. The best DDR5 RAM is recommended for Intel chips and is a requirement for AMD ones. G.Skill makes kits for both platforms, supporting Intel XMP and AMD Expo. These are essentially manufacturer-configured overclock profiles to boost the speeds of the memory modules and improve overall system performance.
Dell Latitude 9440 review: One of the best laptops I've ever used
The Latitude 9440 has a striking design, a unique keyboard, and great software, which will be great if you can afford it.
After using the Dell Latitude 9440 for a month, it was hard to go back to using any other laptop. Against a Microsoft Surface, a Lenovo ThinkPad, an HP EliteBook, or any one of the best business laptops, Dell's Latitude 9440 is something special. Sure, ThinkPads might be rated as some of the best for their durability and versatility, but they're just straight-up boring. The Dell Latitude 9440 brings a fresh new take on a flagship and premium business laptop.
Lenovo Legion Tower 5i (Gen 8) review: The gaming desktop I've always wanted
The Lenovo Legion Tower 5i is a great gaming desktop for those who want a pre-built but customizable PC capable of 4K gaming, and anything beyond
For eager PC gamers who don't have the time and patience to build their own gaming desktop, the Lenovo Legion Tower line is an excellent product to consider. I love laptop gaming, but I have always been enticed by Legion desktops for a few reasons. Like other pre-built rigs, they offer plenty of value and some features that you see on more premium custom-made systems, all without the need to build it yourself. You get ARGB lighting effects, the latest RTX graphics, plenty of Intel or AMD CPU power, and some small levels of customization should you want to upgrade your system later on.
Keychron Q3 Pro SE review: One of the best mechanical keyboards I've used
Now THIS is a mechanical keyboard.
Keychron has been in the business of making more affordable mechanical keyboards for years now, but the company has ventured into the premium segment of the market, offering barebone kits that allow for customization through keycaps, switches, and other components. Today, we're going to look at the Keychron Q3 Pro SE, one of the most recent additions to the Keychron family of premium, high-end excellent mechanical keyboards.
Lenovo L32p-30 Monitor review: A great 4K budget gaming monitor with some small flaws
The Lenovo L32p-30 Monitor is great for gaming and content creation, but the awkward stand and the hard-to-reach ports make it a bit troublesome.
Let's face it, buying a new 4K gaming monitor can be expensive, and sometimes, you end up with a monitor that doesn't quite fit your setup. Paired with a great gaming laptop or a PC with a great graphics card, some of these monitors just end up looking like they're for gaming only or for work only. And another set of those monitors can push past a $400 price tag. Well, the new Lenovo L32p-30 isn't like that at all. This gaming monitor from Lenovo is affordable, looks modern, and can be used for any task.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Gen 8) review: A business convertible without compromises
The convertible ThinkPad X1 Yoga has now entered its eighth generation. Is it worth the high asking price?
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga, now in its eighth generation for 2023, can be viewed as the convertible counterpart to the ThinkPad X1 Carbon. It's one of the most premium laptops that Lenovo has to offer, with an eye-watering starter price that doesn't get any more reasonable as you add performance and features.
Cherry KW X ULP review: One of the sleekest mechanical keyboards on the market
Cherry's latest business keyboard is sleek and stylish, but the high price tag makes it hard to justify.
Cherry is undoubtedly the most famous maker of mechanical keyboard switches, but I had never heard of the company's own-branded keyboards until the recent launch of the KW X ULP. While I mostly associate Cherry switches with gaming, this is a keyboard for business and everyday use, and it actually looks super sleek.
Surface Pro 9 with 5G review: Windows on Arm keeps getting better
Microsoft's Surface Pro 9 with 5G comes with a Qualcomm processor, giving it Windows Studio capabilities and great battery life.
In 2019, Microsoft introduced the Surface Pro X, the first ever Surface Pro not to include an Intel processor. Living side-by-side with the Surface Pro 7, Surface Pro 7+, and finally the Surface Pro 8, the Redmond firm decided this year that Windows on Arm is mature enough to merge the two brands. The Surface Pro 9 with 5G is the first product from the mainstream Surface Pro lineup to include an Arm processor.
NZXT C1200 Gold review: Plenty of clean, reliable power for the latest GPUs
Power your PC with NZXT's latest ATX 3.0 PSU.
NZXT hasn't been in the power supply market for very long but the company is already releasing yet another batch, manufactured by Channel Well Technology. Today, we're looking at the new NZXT C1200 Gold, a 1,200W 80 Plus Gold-certified power supply with full support for ATX 3.0 and PCIe 5.0. The latest graphics cards can be connected to this PSU with ease thanks to the included 600W 12VHPWR connector. While not every GPU on the market will be able to make use of this powerful connector, it's good to have it available for potential system upgrades.
Mac Studio with M2 Ultra review: For creative professionals only
Apple's Mac Studio with M2 Ultra is one of the most powerful and efficient computers on the market. But do you need this much power?
There's been some snark in the tech community lately about Apple products using the "Pro" naming convention a little too liberally. For example, the differences between the MacBook Air and Pro mostly come down to a fan that rarely gets used. That's why it's ironic that out of all the Apple products, the Mac Studio is the one that does not get the Pro branding. This machine, particularly the M2 Ultra version I'm testing, is for real creative pros, like producers at NBC who have been using a 2022 Mac Studio to create Saturday Night Live intros every week for the past year, or Los Angeles-based Air Studio, which uses the same computer to mix Hollywood movie soundtracks.
Windows 11 version 23H2: Everything you can expect from the next big update
Microsoft is preparing the next big update for Windows 11, with features like native RGB controls and Windows Copilot.
Windows 11 is in a constant state of flux, getting new updates on a regular basis to improve the experience. The first big Windows 11 update was version 22H2, which came around last year, and since then, we've been getting smaller Moment updates that add new features and capabilities. The latest of those is the Moment 3 update, which was released in June 2023. But we're already looking at what the future holds, because the next big update, Windows 11 version 23H2, isn't too far off.
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro review: The best wireless gaming mouse
Razer's best gaming mouse is the king of pointers.
Choosing the very best gaming mouse involves picking through a plethora of options. Almost every brand involved in the PC industry has a gaming mouse or two available. It can be difficult to single out one as the undisputed champion of gaming mice as many share the same components and it's difficult to make a terrible gaming mouse once you're in the $100 to $200 price range. Razer itself makes countless pointers across a range of price points, targeting different types of gamers.
NZXT H7 Flow RGB review: A cooler refresh of a classic PC case
The spacious mid-tower chassis from NZXT received a moderate, yet cool, refresh.
NZXT has no shortage of PC cases, and among the latest to get a refresh is the NZXT H7 Flow RGB. It's essentially the same as the NZXT H5 Flow RGB I only just reviewed, but comes without the GPU-focused fan and more internal space. At the heart of the chassis is the usual NZXT H series affair with a stunning aesthetic, excellent cable management behind the motherboard tray, solid support for the latest graphics cards, AIO liquid coolers, and plenty of options for storage.
Casetify MacBook Impact Case review: Protection and customization with a few compromises
Sure it adds protection and customization to your laptop but it'll make your MacBook less comfortable to use in the process.
Laptop cases present an interesting tradeoff. Even the best laptop cases add some protection to your computer but come with unnecessary bulk. Theoretically, if you're careful, you shouldn't need a case for your laptop if you use the device at a table or desk often. But accidents do happen, and laptops — especially MacBooks — can be costly to repair. Casetify has tried to add protection to your MacBook while providing customization options that are more visually appealing with the MacBook Impact Case.
Lenovo Yoga Book 9i review: It's shockingly good
It's like having a dual-monitor setup, but portable
Whether it’s the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold with its foldable screen, or a Surface Pro tablet that was released in the early 2010s, Windows never seems to work well on a new form factor. In most cases, I’ll walk away from the review saying the product is good for a certain niche, but I’m looking forward to getting back to a real laptop. The Lenovo Yoga Book 9i is a different story though, because this thing is shockingly good.
AmpliFi Alien review: A powerful Wi-Fi 6 router with software that nails the basics
The AmpliFi Alien from Ubiquiti is a quick Wi-Fi 6 router with a sleek design and excellent, easy-to-use software.
AmpliFi isn’t the first name to come to mind regarding WI-Fi routers, but if you’ve been gravitating towards sleek and simple mesh solutions like eero and Nest Wifi, AmpliFi should be on your radar. I love the matte black design that stands out with its green underflow and touchscreen. The Alien looks good enough to leave front and center and with night mode shutting off the lighting at night, it’s not bothersome when watching TV in the dark.