Seagate Firecuda X Vault review: The cheap answer to rising SSD prices
…two-SSD RAID 0 array on the aforementioned Highpoint 7604A. Formerly the 48GB tests were done with a RAM disk. Each test is performed on a newly NTFS-formatted and TRIM’d…
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We tested a bunch of external drives, and these 9 are our favorites
…Note that these prices are significantly higher than when I first reviewed the RP60 due to the global NAND shortage. Who should buy the Addlink P30? Those looking for USB4 performance without…
Work, play, repeat. This ThinkPad can handle it.
…Foundry / Matthew Smith Predictably, the lower TGP leads to lower performance in games, too. Shadow of the Tomb Raider averaged 130 frames per second at 1080p and Highest detail. That’s not…
The MSI AI PC Buyer’s Guide: From Mini AI PCs to Powerful AI Workstations
…MSI Key features High-performance desktop designed for demanding work Up to Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 285 Processor Support for powerful NVIDIA RTX 50-series graphics Large expandable memory capacity and storage…
New PC? No need -- these 9 upgrades are all you need!
…Swapping out smaller modules pairs can maximize performance, stability, and value for money. Graphics card (GPU): The biggest upgrade for gamers If you want to enjoy games in high quality, there's…
The verdict is in: These are the 7 best external SSDs for gaming
…For optimal gaming performance, we recommend 20Gbps or higher, though you can easily make do with 10Gbps. Note that currently, the real-world difference in performance between 40Gbps and 80Gbps is minimal…
Tested: Asus' 5K gaming monitor has niche appeal for work and play
…performance is better, though still only respectable. I measured a color gamut that spans 100 percent of sRGB, 94 percent of DCI-P3, and 87 percent of AdobeRGB. These figures are high…
The newest Surface is a mini PC, but it's not for you
…Beyond the RTX Spark chip (Arm-based, 20 cores, 6,144 CUDA cores, RTX 5000-series graphics performance), the only hardware specification mentioned so far is 128GB of RAM. Not "up to…
Tested: Alienware's Area 51 blends absurd speed with serious outlet anxiety
…Fast forward to today and the Alienware Area 51 is still among the most powerful laptops available and capable of record-setting performance. Alienware 16 Area 51: Specs and features The Alienware…
Best gaming monitors 2026: Displays that will do your games justice
…The higher resolution pairs well with OLED’s excellent contrast and color performance. HDR performance is solid, with brightness comparable to other leading OLED monitors. Motion clarity is good, as well. The…