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Xbox Elite Controller Series 2 review: More of the same, but better
With a rechargeable battery and Bluetooth support, the redesigned Elite Controller Series 2 is Microsoft's most convenient wireless controller to date.Reviews
PNY GeForce GTX 1660 Super Single Fan review: Tiny graphics card, big performance
The PNY GeForce GTX 1660 Super Single Fan sticks to the basics, but that's a good thing, especially since it'll fit into almost any system.Reviews
HP Omen 17 (2019) review: Solid performance that’s shockingly affordable
HP's Omen 17 has a reputation as a solid performer with a budget price, and its 2019 model follows suit. It's a heavy gaming laptop and the battery is a bummer, but a full RTX 2070 at this price? Believe it.Reviews
Password Boss review: Managing your passwords with authority
This app-only password manager makes it easy to keep your login credentials strong and safe.Reviews
Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 15-inch (Ryzen 7) review: The price tag climbs, but battery life drops
We've tested a second 15-inch Microsoft Surface Laptop 3, this time with a top-of-the-line Ryzen 7 processor inside. You'll pay more for a moderate performance bump, but even more disappointing battery life.Reviews
Dell XPS 13 7390 review: Whoa, the XPS 13 is officially faster than an XPS 15 now
Dell's new XPS 13 7390 packs Intel’s Comet Lake Core i7-10710U, making this tiny ultraportable a truly impressive performer, even against XPS 15 workhorses.Reviews
Addlink S22 QLC SSD review: Quad-level cell NAND that sustains write speeds, on the cheap
The S22 QLC 2.5-inch SSD sidesteps 4-bit QLC NAND's normal slow sustained writing, and it costs less than 9 cents per gigabyte. That makes it a budget drive worth buying.Reviews
Iperius Backup review: Versatile, powerful backup
Though the methodology can be confusing at times, Iperius Backup is arguably the most versatile, comprehensive and compatible backup program available. It's also free if all you need is local plain file backup.Reviews
Alienware m15 R2 review: Power in a stylish and portable package
Alienware's redesigned m15 R2 is a gorgeous laptop that puts out impressive performance—though you should probably opt for the OLED upgrade.Reviews
Intel Core i9-9900KS Special Edition Review: More power, less point
Intel's all-5GHz Core i9-9900KS Special Edition steals the "best gaming" CPU title from its own predecessor. But the world wasn't necessarily asking for more frames.Reviews
Asus Dual GeForce GTX 1660 Super EVO OC review: Faster memory, much bigger punch
Say hello to the new no-compromises 1080p gaming champion. Nvidia's GeForce GTX 1660 Super replaces the GDDR5 memory in the original GTX 1660 with GDDR6 VRAM, and it makes a huge difference.Reviews
Cooler Master MK850 review: Don’t throw away your controller just yet
Cooler Master's MK850 keyboard integrates analog controls to replicate using a controller, but the experience is far from seamless, like a neat tech demo that's not yet a fully realized product.Reviews
Google Pixelbook Go review: A perfectly good Chromebook that elevates the category
Google’s Pixelbook Go is a perfectly good Chromebook, and that’s exactly what the company set out to create, with a careful balance of quality features and economical compromises.Reviews
Acer Predator Helios 700 review: You can’t call it a gimmick if it works
Packing a 9th gen Core i9 CPU, GeForce RTX 2080 and a sliding keyboard, Acer's Predator Helios 700 is large and in chargeReviews
Google Pixel 4 XL review: Half great, half-baked
If you absolutely need to have the newest Android features and want to be on the Pixel’s bleeding edge, then buy a Pixel 4. Otherwise, wait for a few updates—or for the Pixel 5.Reviews
SK Hynix Gold S31 review: A great SATA SSD from the largest vendor you’ve likely never heard of
SK Hynix's Gold S31 2.5-inch SSD performs on a par with or better than just about any other drive on the market. A sterling effort from a longtime manufacturer.Reviews
Dell XPS 13 2-in-1 7390 Review: A convertible with very few compromises
Dell's XPS 13 2-in-1 7390, armed with Intel's latest Ice Lake CPU and some very nice trimmings, finally beats its celebrity sibling, the clamshell XPS 13. Read on for the good news in performance, features, and battery life.Updated
Surface Laptop 3 review: AMD Ryzen makes a good 15-inch Surface, but Intel’s version may be better
Microsoft's 15-inch Surface Laptop 3 boldly includes a custom AMD processor, and maintains Surface excellence while adding new features like USB-C. But is it really the best Surface Laptop 3 you can buy?Reviews
OnePlus 7T review: Just the right amount of ‘pro’
The OnePlus 7T might not have the pro surname, but you won’t miss it.Reviews
Windows 10 November 2019 Update review: Fewer features now, bigger changes later
Microsoft's goal with its Windows 10 November 2019 Update is to fix bugs, not push features. A Windows Search-powered File Explorer offers one of the few improvements.Reviews
Acer Swift 3 (2019) review: This midrange notebook PC hides Nvidia graphics power
Acer's Swift 3 (2019) notebook PC offers excellent performance and satisfactory battery life for an inexpensive clamshell, though the audio and fingerprint reader are noticeably lacking.Reviews
WD’s My Passport 5TB USB hard drive review: Updated style and capacity
Though not as fast as some pricier competition, WD's My Passport external USB 3.2 hard drive is attractive, affordable, and available in 5TB capacity.Reviews
Review: Dell’s XPS 15 7590 reaches for 8 cores of CPU power
Dell’s XPS 15 7590 tests the limits of its thin-and-light chassis with an 8-core “overclockable” Core i9-9980HK and a discrete GeForce GTX 1650.Reviews
Belkin Boost Up Charge Wireless Charging Stand 7.5W review: A versatile design goes a long way
Belkin's Boost Up Charge wireless charging stand takes a slightly different design approach, to good affect.Reviews
Kaspersky Security Cloud 2020 review: Good value for multi-device families
Kaspersky's new Security Cloud suite protects all your devices, with excellent value for families with a wide number of smartphones, PCs, and Macs.Reviews
Acer Aspire 5 (A515-43-R19L) review: A budget AMD Ryzen 3 workhorse with middling battery life
There’s a lot to like about this inexpensive Ryzen 3-powered Acer Aspire 5, but its middling battery life is tough to overlook.Reviews
Acer Nitro 5 (2019) review: A great budget-conscious laptop, at least for the moment
Acer's Nitro 5 may age quickly with its entry-level hardware, but it's a great option for budget-minded buyers who enjoy light gaming and wouldn't mind upgrading in a few years.Reviews
Logitech MX Master 3 review: A marvelous mouse
With connectivity for up to three devices and a raft of custom app profiles, this mouse will increase efficiency for business and creative types alike.Reviews
Logitech MX Keys review: A wireless keyboard that does much more
The MX Keys is a well constructed, low-profile keyboard that can pair with up to three devices and, when used with the MX Master 3, control multiple computers in a single workflow.Reviews
Sapphire Nitro+ Radeon RX 5700 XT review: Superfast and nearly flawless
The Sapphire Nitro+ Radeon RX 5700 XT is as close to perfection as a graphics card can get, bolstered by ingenious software tricks.Reviews
MSI’s GE65 Raider Review: A little thick, but a lot fast
The GE65 Raider 9SF packs an 8-core 9th gen Core i9 and GeForce RTX 2070 graphics into a relatively compact bodyReviews
Astro A40 TR plus MixAmp review: A tough sell nowadays, but still a top-notch headset
Astro's A40 TR and redesigned MixAmp feel pricier than ever given the current state of the headset market, but great build quality and a bevy of input options might win you over.Reviews
XFX Radeon RX 5700 XT Thicc II Ultra review: A high-performance muscle car of a GPU
The XFX Radeon RX 5700 XT Thicc II Ultra is like a muscle car: High-performing, a little loud, extremely impressive, and in need of some slight tinkering for peak performance.Reviews
Assassin’s Creed: Odyssey’s educational Discovery Tour mode is here at last, and better than before
Make Pythagoras mash grapes or learn about Thermopylae from historian Herodotus in Assassin's Creed: Odyssey's version of the Discovery Tour spin-off mode. It's back for a second go-round, and much improved.Reviews
RockPals 300W Portable Power Station review: Jack of all trades, master of power stations
The RockPals 300Watt Power Station does it all.Reviews
Bitdefender 2020 review: Solid protection, with an AI parental control add-on
Bitdefender 2020 features a high level of malware protection, a new privacy extension, and enhanced parental controls.Reviews
Acer Nitro 5 (17-inch, AN517-51-56YW) review: Here’s your cheap Fortnite laptop
The Acer Nitro 5 (AN517-51-56YW) gets the price right for shooters like Fortnite.Reviews
Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ review: If you have $1,100 to spend, this is the phone to buy
The Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ is big, speedy, and very expensive, but it'll be worth every penny you spend.Reviews
Backup4all Professional 8 review: Easy, reliable backup
This venerable backup program has gotten better with age. Backup4All supports a variety of destinations such as online storage and optical media, and is most importantly super-reliable.Reviews
Acronis True Image 2020: One of the best backup programs adds cloud features
Acronis True Image 2020 may seem like a minor upgrade, but the new features and improvements are more than welcome.Reviews
Tritton Kunai Pro review: Superior sound, substandard build
Tritton's Kunai Pro is one of the best-sounding entry-level headsets you'll find, but it feels like a stiff wind might snap it in half.Reviews
Mophie Powerstation XXL review: This is the portable battery you’re looking for
Mophie made another portable battery that packs a punch.Reviews
Acer Aspire 5 A515-54-30BQ review: A dual-core laptop that’s slim, light, and priced to move
It won’t win any speed records, but the slim Acer Aspire 5 A515-54-30BQ makes for a compelling bargain-priced laptop all the same.Reviews
Samsung Galaxy A50 review: A $350 phone that gives Galaxy a whole new meaning
The Samsung Galaxy A50 is more than a fantastic $350 phone, it's a recipe for a budget phone that you'll love like a premium one.Reviews
Swiftpoint Z review: Would you spend $230 on a mouse?
The Swiftpoint Z's exorbitant price is hard to stomach no matter how many gimmicks are crammed in—and there are a lot of gimmicks here. Pressure-sensitive buttons, a gyroscope, and more.Reviews
Sapphire Pulse Radeon RX 5700 review: A stunning value supercharged by clever software tricks
The wait for custom Radeon RX 5700 graphics cards was worth it. The Sapphire Pulse RX 5700 and its new Trixx Boost feature deliver great value for a mere $9 markup over reference designs.Reviews
IVPN for Windows review: Same high price, more features
IVPN has changed a lot since we last looked at in 2017, including getting a jump on WireGuard for Windows development.Reviews
Logitech G Pro X review: The best headset Logitech’s made yet
Logitech's new G Pro X looks great, sounds better, and even features a headset microphone that doesn't suck. If only it were wireless, as well.Reviews
Moshi SnapTo Magnetic Car Mount with Wireless Charging review: Stylish, reliable, but incomplete
The Moshi SnapTo Magnetic Car Mount with Wireless Charging is a mobile accessory that accomplishes two important tasks when you're on the road—if you have an iPhone.Reviews