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Best pre-built PCs for playing Minecraft in 2024
Updated Java and Bedrock versions of Minecraft have low PC system requirements, but that doesn't mean a more powerful PC can't make the experience far better. Here are the best pre-built PCs for Minecraft.
Best CPU for NVIDIA RTX 4070 in 2024
Updated Let your NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 realize its full potential with the perfect CPU.
Best pre-built gaming PCs for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
Updated Skip the PC build process and take to the skies in Microsoft Flight Simulator with my picks of pre-built desktops that my team has tested and reviewed.
Best AI PC in 2024: Intel, AMD, and Snapdragon laptops with CPU, GPU, and NPU for tasks powered by artificial intelligence
CPU, GPU, NPU Shopping for a new laptop? It only makes sense to check out the best AI PCs on the market today.
Best budget B550 motherboards in 2024
Updated AMD's older desktop Ryzen chips still make a great choice for budget builds, and we have a motherboard to go with them.
5 reasons to buy a REAL gaming PC instead of a PS5 Pro (and 3 reasons not to)
Big decision Not happy with the PS5 Pro's price? You can always switch to PC gaming.
The only Copilot+ PC I've really considered buying has never been cheaper
AI PC Deal The Galaxy Book4 Edge with X Elite hits a new low price with this Best Buy deal.
Did you miss out on a new laptop before going back to school? This awesome AI PC is STILL only $500.
Back to school The Envy x360 16 with AMD Ryzen AI Boost NPU is a good deal any day, but $350 off makes it a steal.
These are the MUST-SEE announcements for Windows PCs, laptops, and gaming at IFA 2024
Our faves While there were many PC announcements in Berlin, Germany, this year, these are the only ones you need to know about.
Lenovo announces five new AMD laptops, but this one is my favorite
Ryzen shine AMD is in season at Lenovo, with the PC maker announcing five new laptops with Ryzen chips. The ThinkPad T14s (Gen 6) might appeal most to me, but there's a lot more to unpack.
Best small gaming PCs 2024: Mini, compact, and SFF
Updated Pre-built mini PCs are gaining popularity thanks to their competitive pricing, compact design, and upgradeable hardware. We've collected the best right here for gaming purposes.
ASUS expands the Intel-powered Copilot+ PC lineup with five new laptops, including the stunning Zenbook S 14
OLED all the way AI PCs with OLED displays are on the menu at ASUS, with five new x86 Copilot+ laptops announced at IFA 2024.
Acer's formidable new Predator Orion 7000 desktop can crush any game with its RTX 4090, and it's joined by two refreshed Nitro V laptops
Gamers take note Acer's Nitro and Predator gaming lineups are getting new hardware this year, with the company showing off two new Nitro V laptops and one new Predator Orion 7000 pre-built desktop PC at IFA 2024.
AMD and Intel are getting Copilot+ access through Acer's new Swift AI and TravelMate AI PCs
AI PCs galore Intel's next-gen "Lunar Lake" Core Ultra and AMD Ryzen AI series chips are coming to Acer Swift and TravelMate laptops, with access to Copilot+ features expected this year.
Acer's Swift Go 14 AI is one of the first Copilot+ PCs with Qualcomm's new 8-core Snapdragon X Plus
8-core X Plus The Swift Go 14 AI is made for those on the move, especially with its 75Wh battery and Snapdragon X efficiency.
Labor Day deals 2024: Including Intel Gamer Days savings on laptops, PC gaming, monitors, accessories, and beyond
Deals Labor Day and Intel Gamer Days have some great sales on everything PC and tech related.
I’ve never seen this powerful mini PC so cheap, and it’s all thanks to our exclusive discount
Deal Core i7 and Core i9 options are available for those who need a lot of power in a compact PC.
Lenovo's $1,000 gaming desktop runs cool and quiet at 1440p, but it has one hidden weak spot
Review Lenovo's Legion Tower 5i (Gen 8) is built well, but some of the internal hardware choices leave something to be desired.
Best RAM for AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D and 7950X in 2024
Updated Help AMD's top-tier Ryzen 7000 CPUs reach their full potential with these excellent DDR5 RAM kits.
Why buy a full-size desktop when one of our favorite mini PCs is so cheap?
Mini PC Deal Geekom's XT12 Pro is a tiny powerhouse PC available for $100 less thanks to an exclusive Windows Central discount code.
Best RAM for AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D and 7700X in 2024
Updated AMD's Ryzen 7 7800X3D and its Ryzen 7 7700X sibling only get better when paired with the right RAM.
Best Surface for students 2024: The perfect PC for heading back to school or college
Updated Microsoft's Surface PCs are stylish, functional, and powerful.
Best CPU coolers for Intel Core i5-12600K in 2024
Updated Intel's 12th Gen workhorse is still a very popular chip for gaming and productivity, and the right cooler can make all the difference.
