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Best budget computer speakers 2024: Solid PC audio for $100 or less
Budget computer speakers have come a long way since the tinny-sounding beige boxes of yore. Our top picks are surprisingly good—and surprisingly affordable.
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Best monitor arms 2024: The ultimate in flexibility
A monitor arm is one of those quality-of-life upgrades—the added flexibility for adjusting your monitor's position and angle takes an office setup to the next level. I name the best monitor arms for single- and dual-screen users.
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Best USB-C PD laptop chargers 2024: More portable power
Add ports and power with these recommended laptop chargers for every sort of common use case.
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14 back-to-school gadgets you didn't know you needed
Laptops often take center stage when preparing for a new academic year, but other helpful tech gear can ease the demands of school, too.
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Chromebooks versus Windows laptops: Which should you buy?
Should you buy a Chromebook or a Windows laptop? They're similar in some ways, but fundamentally different in others. This guide will help you decide.
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The best gaming keyboards
There are a lot of gaming keyboards on the market, with a huge variety of features and prices. Here are the best ones available today.
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Best mechanical keyboards 2024: Top picks for every need
The world of mechanical keyboards is wide and deep, with an incredible variety of options. Here are the best of the best.
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Guide: Which gaming CPU is perfect for you?
Which CPU is ideal for PC gaming? What to look for, with options for every budget.
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Best DisplayLink docks 2024: Move over, Thunderbolt
The DisplayLink dock uses data compression as a low-cost, effective alternative to Thunderbolt docks and USB-C hubs. Here are our picks for the best DisplayLink docking stations.
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Best HDMI cables for monitors: The differences matter
Need a new HDMI cable for your display setup? Grab one of these.
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The best PC hardware and software of 2023/2024
It was a busy year for the PC. This is the best of the best, as chosen by the PCWorld editors.
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Which gaming CPUs have the best price to performance ratio?
We reveal which AMD Ryzen and Intel Core offer the highest frame rates for the money and what you should definitely look out for when buying a new processor.
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The best CPUs for gaming 2023: Top picks in all price categories
The best gaming CPUs will help your PC pump out as many frames as possible, as quickly as possible. We pick the best for every budget.
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Best wireless mice 2024: Cut the cord with these top performers
Find the best mouse for your laptop. Our picks offer strong connectivity, speed, and portability.
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Best small gaming motherboards 2023: Picks for Intel and AMD
If you're looking for mini-ITX motherboards for your custom small form factor PC, these are your best bets.
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All-in-one CPU water coolers: Advantages, disadvantages, and tips
All-in-one water coolers for the PC: We explain the advantages and disadvantages, and what you should consider when buying and installing them
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7 advanced tools every PC enthusiast needs in their toolkit
We've compiled the best tools for ambitious PC hobbyists. If you want to assemble, upgrade, or maintain a PC yourself, you need more than just a screwdriver.
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Best budget monitors: Screens that save you money
We call out the best budget monitors: Best overall, best for gaming, best portable option. Plus what to look for in a monitor to ensure value.
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Best ultrawide gaming monitors 2023: Immerse yourself
There's no game that isn't made more fun when you are fully immersed in the action—the best ultrawide gaming monitors will do that for you.
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Best vertical monitors: Displays that go long
There are specific types of content or workflows that are better suited for a vertical monitor. We recommend three standout displays for portrait-orientation work.
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The best Xbox controllers for PC gaming
PC gamers have a number of worthy Xbox controllers to choose from, as we learned in our evaluation of the most popular models from Microsoft and third parties.
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Best PC controllers: Recommendations for every gamer
Take your PC gaming to another level with a good-quality controller. We name the best controllers and the scenarios they are best suited for.
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Best monitors for photo editing 2023: Get picture-perfect results
Photo editing requires a monitor that has lifelike visuals to get the most accurate results.
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Best monitors for graphic design 2023: What you see is what you get
These monitors deliver the best in color accuracy and resolution.
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Best monitors for video editing 2023: Screens that make a splash
You only get one chance to make a first impression. These monitors can handle anything from YouTube to Hollywood films, so your video creations get the care they deserve.
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Best monitors for programming 2023: Size matters
Programmers will love these large, pixel-dense displays.
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Best gaming motherboards 2023: Picks for Intel and AMD
Whether you ride with Intel or AMD, our picks will match you with the best gaming motherboard for your needs.
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The best prebuilt gaming PCs: Get Ryzen 5000, GeForce 3080, and Radeon RX 6800 right now
Skip the scalpers and sold-out listings for GeForce RTX 30-series, Radeon RX 6000, and Ryzen 5000 hardware with a prebuilt system—we've identified the online stores (and configurations) worth your money.
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Best Raspberry Pi cases: Great options to dress up your mini-PC
Whether you want to dress up a Raspberry Pi 3 B+ or a Raspberry Pi Zero, a ridiculous number cases exist. We combed through the options to find stylish options that are a mix of unique and affordable.
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