My testing of the WD Blue SN5100 found it to be a worthy PCIe 4.0 successor
…It’s also single-sided so the SSD will fit in just about any 2280 NVMe-capable device. QLC stands for Quad-Layer Cell (4-bit), which typically performs as well as…
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We tested a bunch of gaming laptops -- these are the clear winners
…Storage and RAM are also limited to 512GB and 16GB. That's fine for gaming, but it could require updates over time. Speakers and webcam are also basic, and Wi-Fi isn…
Tested: These are the best budget computer speakers you can buy
…and play a variety of audio tracks while pushing a speaker system's sound capabilities to the limit. We consider everything from the practicality of the design, to the audio fidelity. We…
I've tested dozens of VPNs. These are my top picks
…Many free VPNs come with either ridiculous limitations or annoying ads. Mercifully, Proton VPN has no ads and the restrictions are fairly tame compared to other services. For the low, low cost…
We tested a bunch of external drives, and these 9 are our favorites
…The internals of most external SSDs these days are NVMe rather than SATA, and capable of 3GBps. No matter what the internals, 5Gbps USB (3.0) limits the drive to just over…
This Lenovo laptop is a big tank with big caveats
…The anti-reflective coating of the display subdues reflections slightly, but isn’t as capable as a matte finish. The speakers on the system aren’t half bad. They put out a…
The ZeroWriter Fold is an anti-AI laptop with one job: writing
…I love the mini laptop form factors, and the keyboard from the Traveler, but hate its limited, locked-down software. The Pomera is much more capable (and isn't asking for a…
Tested: Acer's Predator X32 X is another solid 32-inch 4K gaming monitor
…Display Widget isn’t as attractive as similar software from Dell and Asus, but it’s superior to the software from brands like LG and Samsung, which have comparatively limited functionality. Acer…
I've spent hundreds of hour testing monitors. These are the best
…Further considerations While it lacks built-in speakers and its HDR performance is limited, the U3225QE’s extensive connectivity and high-quality display make it a standout choice for professionals who need…
Buying a laptop? These are the 9 best laptops you can buy today
…The 14-inch OLED touchscreen may only run at 1920x1200 and 60Hz, but it's color-rich and responsive, and the included stylus adds precise note-taking and sketching capabilities. But what…