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Noctua NL-LC1 review

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PC Gamer · Aug 4

This eGPU hack proved Snapdragon laptops can game with an RTX GPU, but developers need to catch up

Creators were able to connect an NVIDIA RTX 4060 to an ASUS Zenbook A16 with a Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme. Is this a glimmer of hope for Windows on Arm gaming or just a clever workaround?

Windows Central · Aug 4

Three major PC makers now using Chinese memory to fight 'unprecedented memory shortage,' report claims — HP, Asus, and Acer using 'small amounts' of CXMT chips in limited number of notebooks for non-US market

A new report claims that HP, Asus, and Acer have started to use a small amount of CXMT memory chips in notebooks for non-US markets.

Tom’s Hardware · Aug 4

Razer Blade 16 (2026) review

It's still one of the best gaming laptops money can buy, but the massive price tag throws me for a loop.

PC Gamer · Aug 3

Sub-$400 Thunderbolt 5 dock roundup — Keychron and Plugable offer dual HDMI, but UGREEN takes top spot with an M.2 NVMe slot

All three Thunderbolt 5 docks offer similar performance, but one really stands out with its features.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 31

Nvidia's fastest graphics cards get US price increase at Best Buy, Amazon — Astral RTX 5080 now costs more than 5090's MSRP, flagship card now commands more than $4,300

Premium Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 and RTX 5090 graphics cards are once again selling far above MSRP, with some Asus and MSI models climbing close to $5,000.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 30

Your motherboard's M.2 SSD heatsink might be slowing down your SSD — Only 6 of 20 tested boards made full contact

We tested 20 motherboards for proper M.2 contact and were surprised at the results – not all make good contact.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 30

The Asus ROG NUC is a Steam Machine for the big kids, with their big wallets

The Asus ROG NUC sits somewhere between a gaming laptop and a desktop, offering a grown up Steam Machine experience - at a serious price.

GamesRadar · Jul 30

Testing laptops on battery and AC power — Comparing Intel, Qualcomm, Apple, and AMD

We tested laptops with processors from Intel, AMD, Qualcomm, and Apple to see the differences in how they perform on and off the charger.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 29

After years of PC-building snobbery, I'm ready to admit pre-builts are no longer taboo — Here's why I'm rethinking my DIY stance

Pre-built gaming PCs used to have a very bad reputation, especially amongst those who put together their own systems. But with skewed component markets, a focus on quality, and far fewer proprietary parts, I think it's high time to rethink the pre-built PC taboo.

Windows Central · Jul 28