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DDR5 RAM is on the brink of 2020 GPU-style price inflation, and AI is to blame

DDR5 RAM has suddenly shot up in price, and it's all because of AI. Here's why shopping for new computer memory might be tricky this Black Friday.

More PC builders need to know about this internal USB hub as coolers and RGB demand more from our motherboards

More PC builders need to know about this internal USB hub as coolers and RGB demand more from our motherboards

This hub let me expand my motherboard's USB headers, which could be massive for your next PC build if you want fan, cooling, and RGB control.

Victrix Pro BFG Controller Review: "Like water, my friend"

Victrix Pro BFG Controller Review: "Like water, my friend"

Despite being cheaper than much of the competition, the Victrix Pro BFG offers deep customisation and excellent performance for PS5, PS4 and PC.

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The new Razer Raiju V3 Pro might be the most authentic third-party controller PlayStation has ever had

The Razer Raiju V3 Pro feels like an authentic PlayStation controller, which makes it stand apart from so many gamepads licensed for this platform.

This USB microphone failed me, but I hope its rivals steal its best feature

The RIG M2 Pro HD Streamstar has such promise, and makes the move the microphone market has been waiting for by having wireless headset pairing.

Elgato just threw a lot of shade at gaming chairs while revealing its new "studio" chair, and I'm still not sure what the difference is

Elgato announces new chair, criticises Herman Miller, Razer, AndaSeat, and more for "inaccessible price points" while charging $500.

I'm over WASD as a way to move in games, and if you are too, you need to try this keypad

Is the Azeron Keyzen better than the Azeron Cyborg II? It's hard to say, because I'd argue these two devices are siblings, separated only by your preferences.

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I tried a massage gun to see if it'd help my bad gaming posture, and I don't know why they aren't a bigger trend among gamers

I tried a massage gun to see if it'd help my bad gaming posture, and I don't know why they aren't a bigger trend among gamers

Is a massage gun the silver bullet for bad gaming posture? No, but one could definitely help if your chair isn't

I tried a foldable Bluetooth keyboard for more desk space, but its range and flimsy build outweighed its practicality

I tried a foldable Bluetooth keyboard for more desk space, but its range and flimsy build outweighed its practicality

I tried Seenda's foldable Bluetooth keyboard, and although I loved its design, it was let down by rough build quality and a shoddy connection range.

You can adjust this controller's thumbstick height by twisting them, and that might be the coolest feature of any gamepad in 2025

You can adjust this controller's thumbstick height by twisting them, and that might be the coolest feature of any gamepad in 2025

The PowerA OPS V3 is armed with six extra buttons, tactile face buttons, and an excellent price point versus the competition. In short, it's a must-consider.

Using Bluetooth earbuds with the Meta Quest 3 still sucks, but here's why that isn't a dealbreaker

Using Bluetooth earbuds with the Meta Quest 3 still sucks, but here's why that isn't a dealbreaker

The Meta Quest 3 headsets hate wireless earbuds, but I'd still recommend these VR devices thanks to their excellent 3D speakers.

I rebuilt my gaming PC because of thermal throttling, and this case made it so much easier

I rebuilt my gaming PC because of thermal throttling, and this case made it so much easier

Swapping PC cases is a pretty massive undertaking, but NZXT's H3 Flow case is a Micro ATX darling that made it so much easier.

What is negative pressure in a gaming PC? Positive vs Negative pressure explained

What is negative pressure in a gaming PC? Positive vs Negative pressure explained

If you're trying to configure airflow in your gaming PC, it might help to know the difference between positive and negative pressure.

This gaming chair has a lumbar support belt, and a month later I'm still getting used to it

This gaming chair has a lumbar support belt, and a month later I'm still getting used to it

The AutoFull G7 is the gaming-centric sibling of the Hbada E3 Pro, one of the most popular ergonomic office chairs on social media right now.

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Acer has turned its obnoxiously loud gaming PC into a stealthy RTX 5080 assassin, but it doesn't come cheap

The latest version of the Acer Predator Orion 7000 impressed me with vastly improved cooling performance. Besides its high price, it's an easy recommendation.

The design of Asus' previous controller made no sense, and the updated version revealed at Gamescom proves it

Asus has ditched the gimmicky screen and rubbish back buttons of its Xbox controller in favor of TMR goodness with the Raikiri 2, revealed at Gamescom.

My gaming headset needed a simple ear cushion replacement, but SteelSeries broke my brain with color options instead

I needed new ear cushions for my SteelSeries Arctis Nova gaming headset, and I had no idea I was opening a Pandora's Box of color combinations.

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Dongnae, Bristol: ‘A handpicked flurry of Korean loveliness’ – restaurant review

An ornate feast of sweet, sour, sharp, puzzling and powerful

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I tried Hori's Steam controller, and it feels almost as quirky as Valve's original version - for better or worse

The Wireless HORIPAD for Steam does a great job of capturing the quirky identity of the original Steam controller. I'm not sure that works in its favor, though.

"All of this would roughly cost $4,000" - Don't make these mistakes when assembling your next gaming PC

Gaming PCs are famously expensive, but you don't have to opt for the most high-end parts like this Redditor has. Here's how not to overspend on your next rig.

This controller just stole the "best value for money" award from all the other Xbox gamepads

I wish the GameSir G7 Pro were a little more ambitious, but it’s still easily the best value Xbox Series X controller money can buy right now.

Flydigi Vader 4 Pro review: “I’ve never run into as many issues with one gamepad as I have with this”

The Flydigi Vader 4 Pro is probably the worst controller I’ve ever reviewed, and that sucks because I really wanted to like it.

I've built three gaming PCs with these screwdriver kits, and you don't need to waste your money on anything more expensive

It's easy to overspend on PC parts. Save money where you can, and buy one of these screwdriver sets that still gives you everything you need to build.

PC gaming doesn't have to mean sitting at a desk in your spare time: Here's how I built the perfect couch setup

I used the Couchmaster Cycon to create the perfect PC gaming setup for my TV, and if you're sick of sitting at a desk, you need to know about it.

Nacon Revolution X Unlimited review: “As OP as pro controllers get these days”

The Nacon Revolution X Unlimited improves upon the PS5 controller we saw from this brand a few years ago. It makes the leap over to Xbox with a conclusive feature set.

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