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Monica J. White

Monica J. White

Computing Writer

Monica is a UK-based freelance writer and self-proclaimed geek. A firm believer in the "PC building is just like expensive Legos" philosophy, Monica loves to play around with different builds - if not in reality, then at least on one of her several wishlists. If she's not currently neck-deep in Google Docs or elbow-deep in her PC case, she's most likely spending the day gaming or hanging out with her dog.

 

Nvidia Blackwell chips.

The RTX 50-series may fix the biggest weakness of its predecessor

The latest leak about Nvidia's RTX 50-series spells good news for laptop gamers -- but only at certain budgets.
Computing News
The HP Omen 40L desktop sitting on a coffee table.

The simple reasons your PC games don’t play as well as they should

If you're unhappy with your PC's gaming performance, don't start saving for upgrades just yet -- try these tricks to improve it first.
Computing Features
An SK Hynix SSD over a dark and orange background.

The first 300TB SSD is on the horizon

SK Hynix just announced that it's ready to meet the AI challenge with larger-than-ever SSDs, reaching unprecedented capacities.
Computing News
Lenovo Legion 9i front view showing RGB lighting.

Gaming laptops vs. desktops: here’s how to decide which to buy in 2024

If you're torn between buying a gaming laptop or a desktop, our comprehensive guide will help you make an informed choice.
Computing Guides
A digital brain on a computer interface.

We’re one step closer to replicating the human brain

Scientists have just created an iontronic memristor -- a device that might become the foundation of building computers that think like humans do.
Computing News
A woman stands next to a custom-built gaming PC with a coffee maker inside.

You’ll never guess what this YouTuber built into a PC this time

You may think you've seen it all, but have you seen a gaming PC that can make coffee?
Computing News
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics card.

AMD’s canceled GPU could have crushed Nvidia

A new leak gave us a glimpse of what could have been AMD's RDNA 4 flagship GPU.
Computing News
AMD Ryzen 9 3900x pins.

Here’s everything to consider when buying a CPU in 2024

Your CPU is at the center of your computer, handling the underlying math that makes your machine tick. In this guide, we show you how to choose a CPU.
Computing Guides
The Intel 12th-gen Mainboard upgrade for the Framework Laptop.

The real reason so many laptops have moved to soldered RAM

Soldered RAM is becoming very common in laptops of all shapes and sizes -- but is that a good thing?
Computing Features
AMD CEO Lisa Su holding an APU chip.

AMD’s upcoming APUs might destroy your GPU

The specs for AMD's upcoming Zen 5 APU lineup were just leaked, and we're looking at some impressive impressive built-in GPUs.
Computing News
RAM inside the Starforge Navigator.

How to choose the best RAM for your PC in 2024

DDR, DIMM, XMP, CAS ... Confused? No problem -- our RAM buying guide will help you demystify this once and for all so that you can make your PC run great.
Computing Guides
Steam Deck over a pink background.

Buying a Steam Deck has never been cheaper

If you've been wanting to get a Steam Deck, Valve has a new deal for you -- buy one that's been refurbished and save money.
Computing News
A hand holding the Ryzen 9 7950X in front of a green light.

The best budget CPUs you can buy in 2024

The processor is arguably the most important component in any desktop computer, so it's tricky to pick out. Check out our roundup of the best budget CPUs.
Computing Products
Intel NUC 12 Enthusiast sitting on a desk.

The war between PC and console is about to heat up again

Nvidia is setting its sights on an unexpected target: Small form factor PCs made for gaming enthusiasts. Are we about to see a console revolution?
Computing News
Hyte's Thicc Q60 all-in-one liquid cooler.

It’s time to stop believing these PC building myths

Some PC hardware myths are so common that many see them as a fact. It's time to debunk them once and for all.
Computing Features
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU.

RTX 4090 owners are in for some bad news

The trade-in value for your expensive RTX 4090 has reportedly tanked, despite the high cost when buying used.
Computing News
MacBook Pro laptops.

MacBook Pro 16 vs. MacBook Pro 14: The important differences

The new M2 16-inch MacBook Pro and the 14-inch MacBook Pro are Apple's latest notebooks. In this guide, we will compare them.
Computing Guides
Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3090 Ti Gaming OC on an orange background.

These 5 PC upgrades are the biggest money wasters

If you're upgrading your PC, you're honestly better off skipping these five upgrades -- even if they seem tempting on paper.
Computing Features
Intel Core i9-13900K held between fingertips.

It just became the perfect time to buy a last-gen Intel CPU

Intel made an unexpected decision regarding its 13th generation of processors, which is why now is a good time to buy a Raptor Lake CPU.
Computing News
Intel Arc A770 GPU installed in a test bench.

Intel may fire the first shots in the next-gen GPU war

Intel's Arc Battlemage graphics cards might be closer to launch than we think, and Intel might release them at the perfect time to steal some sales.
Computing News
RTX 4070 seen from the side.

Nvidia RTX 50-series graphics cards: news, release date, price, and more

Nvidia's upcoming RTX 50-series graphics cards are undoubtedly going to rival some of the best GPUs. Here's what we know about them.
Computing Guides
RTX 4060 Ti sitting next to the RTX 4070.

GPU prices are back on the rise again

Just when we thought we were fully out of the woods when it comes to GPU prices, a new report tells us that things might be about to get worse.
Computing News
A Dell XPS 15 laptop on an office desk next to a monitor.

How to check your PC’s specifications on Windows 11

Need to know what version of Windows your computer is running, or what components your machine has? Here’s how to locate and decipher your PC’s specifications.
Computing Guides
The AMD RX 7900 graphics card on a pink background.

The sad reality of AMD’s next-gen GPUs comes into view

We finally have our first sign of AMD's upcoming RDNA 4 graphics card, and it appears to confirm some of the previous rumors.
Computing News
The Nvidia RTX 4080 Super on a pink background.

How to update Nvidia drivers

Nvidia's Game Ready drivers are the most stable option for PC gamers. In this guide, we'll walk you through updating and uninstalling them.
Computing Guides
A MacBook and iPhone in shadow on a surface.

Apple finally has a way to defeat ChatGPT

A new research paper reveals that Apple has been quietly working on a LLM solution of its own, and it already beats ChatGPT.
Computing News
RTX 4090.

Everything you need to know about buying a GPU in 2024

Picking the right graphics card is crucial if you want to make the most out of your PC. Our comprehensive guide will help you through that process.
Computing Guides
Snapdragon's X Elite PC SoC.

There’s an unexpected, new competitor in PC gaming

Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chip was just benchmarked, and it looks like Apple, Intel, and AMD have a serious competitor coming right up.
Computing News
RTX 4060 Ti sitting on a pink background.

You shouldn’t buy these Nvidia GPUs right now

Nvidia makes some excellent GPUs, but with the current state of the market, here are a few you should steer clear of.
Computing Features
A Microsoft datacenter.

How much does an AI supercomputer cost? Try $100 billion

Microsoft and OpenAI are working on a data center project, and it's going to be costly.
Computing News
An Intel Meteor Lake system-on-a-chip.

How Intel and Microsoft are teaming up to take on Apple

New information about Intel Lunar Lake reveals that Intel has been working closely with Microsoft to be able to compete against Apple's M3.
Computing News
Resident Evil 4 running on the LG UltraGear 45 gaming monitor.

Microsoft just discovered the next big evolution in displays

A new Microsoft patent tells us that the company is working on a new technology that can dim and brighten individual pixels instead of the entire display.
Computing News
AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D installed in a motherboard.

AMD makes older PCs more upgradeable once again

AMD just unveiled several new processors during an event in China, and owners of AM4 motherboards might be happy.
Computing News
Screenshot of full ray tracing in Cyberpunk 2077.

How 8GB VRAM GPUs could be made viable again

Microsoft just published a new patent, describing a technology that could drastically reduce the impact of ray tracing on GPU memory.
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