PCs vs. consoles? The future of gaming looks blurrier than ever
Ah, the PC gaming versus console gaming debate. As we head into 2025, the discussion is no longer about whether playing Super Mario on the SNES is better or worse than Doom […]
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NZXT accused of ‘predatory scam’ gaming PC rental program
It’s been a few months since NZXT began its Flex subscription service for renting gaming desktop PCs. Even at launch, the proposition was obviously not great in terms of value… but that’s […]
Battery life on gaming laptops doesn’t have to suck anymore
In the past, gaming laptops would last anywhere from two to four hours on a single charge — a woefully short duration compared to their non-gaming counterparts. Powerful hardware like heavy-duty graphics […]
Does it really matter what thermal paste you use in your gaming PC?
Thermal paste (otherwise known as thermal grease) is mentioned a lot more than you might think in gamer forums and by PC builders, which is surprising considering it’s just a small addition […]
How big does a gaming monitor really need to be?
Having a good gaming PC is only half the battle–you also need a screen that makes the action visible. Many people find it difficult to decide on the right dimensions. Gaming monitors […]
AI upscaling killed native graphics gaming. We’re better off for it
Even for me, someone who’s an avid graphics card hardware enthusiast, it took some time to warm up to the idea of AI rdesolution upscaling. But this newfangled technology has been embraced […]
MSI’s newest OLED gaming monitor will hit a blistering 500Hz this year
When it comes to PC gaming monitors, there’s no such thing as too fast. While conventional screens hit the 500Hz refresh mark a couple of years ago, fancy-pants OLED monitors haven’t quite […]
Intel and AMD will battle for gaming CPU supremacy at CES 2025
CES doesn’t just introduce the world to a new generation of consumer electronics, but new PC hardware as well. CES 2025 should be the opportunity for both Intel and AMD to launch […]
Is 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound better for gaming?
Your sound can really affect how immersive your gaming experience can be, which, understandably, makes it critical to choose the best surround sound setup — 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound. Each has […]
Samsung’s 500Hz OLED gaming monitor has a need for speed
I was really expecting Samsung to go bigger with its OLED gaming monitors this year. Not so, at least not yet. Instead, the company is focusing on blazing-fast speed. Like MSI and […]