DDR5 memory and SSD prices continue to soar, but I have some ideas for how to save if you're upgrading, building, or buying a new computer in 2026.

A quiet gaming PC is no longer a luxury—it is a practical goal for gamers who want immersive performance without constant fan noise. As modern GPUs and CPUs push higher power limits, unmanaged heat ...

What if you could build a gaming PC that delivers stunning 1440p performance without emptying your wallet? Imagine playing graphically demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 or Elden Ring at high ...

Building a gaming PC on a tight budget doesn’t mean sacrificing performance. A small form factor (SFF) system offers a compact, cost-effective solution capable of handling modern games efficiently. By ...

PC building has long been a hobbyist endeavour, but it feels like it's become increasingly out of reach for the average consumer. Over the past few years, a combination of growing public interest in ...

Building a gaming setup on a budget is easier today than ever before. With smart component choices, value-driven brands, and better overall hardware efficiency, even beginners can assemble a powerful ...

Building a gaming PC can be one of the best ways to learn about how a computer works and possibly save yourself some money in the process. It gives you a fantastic foundation for future ...

Fancy a PC in a glass-sided case? Asus' Back to the Future (BTF) initiative one-ups MSI's Project Zero for cable-free PC builds by incorporating a special graphics card with no power wires. We give it ...

Who needs RGB? This gaming PC build doesn't, looking more like a steam engine than a typical gaming rig. I love the simplicity of its design, with most of the PC interior dominated by some ...

This gorgeous gaming PC build proves how far we've come since the beige boxes of old. Featuring a striking combination of white components against vivid pink water coolant, this build looks like it's ...

“When asking my friend who has built PCs in the past for some starting advice, he thought I was crazy and the idea wouldn’t work.” That’s not exactly the most auspicious way to start to project, but ...

The AI hardware boom is sending memory prices sky-high, so knowing exactly how much you need is more critical than ever. I've worked out the most realistic RAM goals for every type of PC.