When gamers put together their PCs or buy a prebuilt one from a system integrator, one of the settings that's easiest to miss is XMP or EXPO. XMP (Extreme Memory Profile) and EXPO (Extended Profiles ...

Motherboard standoffs are another thing you can’t skip. These little brass spacers keep the board lifted off the case and prevent electrical shorts. Always count the mounting holes, install the same ...

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The GMKtec G10 mini PC does a great job of delivering exceptional power for your everyday tasks, and right now, you can grab ...

MSI is overhauling the BIOS interface for its new Intel and AMD gaming motherboard designs, and the first preview screenshots look much cleaner and smarter than the company's previous efforts. The new ...

What if you could experience breathtaking 4K gaming without spending thousands of dollars? For many, the idea of building a high-performance gaming PC on a tight budget seems impossible—a dream ...

What if you could fit the power of a high-end gaming rig into a system no bigger than a shoebox? The dream of building a compact PC that doesn’t compromise on performance has long felt out of reach ...

Earlier this year, I said we need more anime girl PC parts. Not because I want to make my computer look like a Tumblr blog circa 2012, but because we need more variety and intentional visuals in a ...

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