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Gaming PCs can be pricier than their console counterparts, but in many cases they're absolutely worth it. While experts may want to customize their machine, some gamers just want an easy setup that doesn't cost too much. A pre-built gaming computer is one of the cheapest and most convenient ways to go, even if you're just starting out in the PC gaming ecosystem. It can be an economical choice for hardcore enthusiasts too.Opting for a pre-built gaming PC means you don't have to order parts or put them together. You just plug in your new computer and go. You get better, more complete...

The best pre-built gaming computers in 2024

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Even the best budget laptop has to make some tradeoffs, whether the display, performance or build quality. But there's one spec that matters most to most people.

I love a good budget laptop, so here are 4 that I recommend with one critical feature in common

Most mini PCs these days can do a decent job at multimedia and productivity, but the Geekom A7 takes this to a whole new level. The Geekom A7 is powered by AMD's latest Ryzen 9 7940HS APU that features eight cores, 16 threads, 16 MB L3 cache, and boosts up to 5.2 GHz. Complementing the CPU is the Radeon 780M with performance equivalent to that of a GeForce GTX 1650 Ti.

Dial productivity and multimedia up a notch with the Geekom A7 mini PC powered by AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS, now at a time-limited US$670 price

We’re always on the lookout for TCL TV deals because TCL is one of the best TV brands on the market right now, especially when it comes to value. While not as revered as titans like Samsung, Sony, and LG, TCL has become a respected and reliable alternative to high-cost, big screen sets. And now you can find TCL TVs equipped with some of the best picture technology for 2024, including quantum dot-enriched LED lighting (that’s what the QLED acronym stands for). Oh, and guess what? Walmart has one of these awesome TCL sets on sale today:

This 65-inch QLED TV is under $400 at Walmart right now

Memory, or RAM, is one of the most important components in any PC. Without solid RAM, your PC cannot run. That certainly makes the prospect of it ever failing sound quite daunting, which is why you might be wondering just how long it might last before you have to bite the bullet and buy some new RAM.

How long does RAM actually last?

“Our revenues have not grown as expected — and we’ve yet to fully benefit from powerful trends, like AI,” said CEO Pat Gelsinger in a memo to employees. “Our costs are too high, our margins are too low. We need bolder actions to address both — particularly given our financial results and outlook for the second half of 2024, which is tougher than previously expected.”

Intel to lay off 15,000 employees

This was a long show. Be warned! We didn’t even get to (in)Security Corner until after the one hour mark! But it’s so worth it! More Crowdstrike, more Intel sadness, even the Logitech mouse-as-a-service thing. Psst – Apple still does not like Nvidia. We send out a...

Podcast #785 – New AMD Ryzen 5 & 7, Intel Extended Warranty, Most Popular Steam GPU Discontinued, Apple snub + MORE!

The Made by Google 2024 announcement event unveiled several new devices, including the latest Google Pixel 9 smartphones, the Pixel Watch 3 smartwatch, and the Pixel Buds Pro 2 wireless earbuds. They're already up for preorder, and merchants like Amazon and Best Buy are offering additional incentives if you purchase from them instead of from Google directly. Note that these preorders have separate release dates; the Pixel 9 smartphone ships out on August 22, the Pixel Watch 3 on September 10, and the Pixel Buds Pro 2 on September 26.

Preorder the New Google Pixel 9 Phone and Get up to a $350 Gift Card from Amazon or Best Buy

While much of the attention today is rightly focused on the Google Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL, as they offer the best photography features, the standard Pixel 9 is no slouch. It promises a compelling blend of design, performance, and value. The Google Pixel 9 Gets a Fresh New...

The Redesigned Google Pixel 9 Has a New Ultrawide Camera

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Micron recently unveiled its 2650 client SSD, the first to be made using 276-layer 3D NAND, a new record for the company.The Gen 9 NAND offers the fastest IO speed in the industry at 3.6GBps, which Micron claims is 50% faster than competitive NAND shipping in an SSD and with up to 99% better read and 88% better write bandwidth. It’s also 73% denser and has up to a 28% smaller board area compared to competing products.The TLC (3 bits/cell) 2650 SSD uses a PCIe gen 4 interface and comes in an M.2 gumstick form factor, available in 2230, 2242,...

Micron's game-changing budget DRAMless SSD could spell the end of low performance SATA drives — independent reviews show it trounces Samsung's 990 EVO on popular benchmarks

If you're looking for Berry Avenue codes, IGN is here to help! In this article, you'll find active and working Berry Avenue codes in August 2024 for in-game items, including hair, clothing, and accessories. Note that these are Item ID codes that pull from the Roblox catalog. Active Berry Avenue...

Berry Avenue Codes (August 2024)

Amazon US is currently offering the 8TB SanDisk Desk Drive at its lowest price, so you may want to check it out and upgrade your storage solution today. The Desk Drive offers read speeds of up to 1000 MB/s, utilising a USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface that supports transfer rates of up to 10Gbps, ensuring fast and efficient data transfer. With read speeds of up to 1000 MB/s, it is four times faster than a traditional desktop HDD, enabling quicker access to your files and better performance.

8TB SanDisk Desk Drive SSD is selling at its lowest price on Amazon

Google's base Pixel models, including the Pixel 7 and Pixel 8, have always offered excellent overall performance at a more approachable price than their Pixel Pro counterparts. The new Pixel 9 looks to be no exception, with many of the key features -- including its Tensor G4 processor and new AI skills -- being shared with the Pixel 9 Pro and 9 Pro XL. But what about the competition?

Google Pixel 9 vs. Samsung Galaxy S24: Specs Compared

Google just officially revealed the Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL smartphones at its latest Made by Google event. These offer some major improvements when compared to the standard Pixel 9, which was also announced today. First of all, it’s important to note that the Pro and Pro XL are...

Google just announced the nearly-identical Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL

At PCMag, we know products—our experts review and recommend thousands of them. Our deals team works tirelessly to find the lowest prices on the technology you want most. Snag some amazing tech deals today from Amazon! The Poly Voyager Free 60+ headset, which offers top-tier sound quality and active noise cancellation, is now 30% off. Enhance your media experience with the Google Pixel Tablet, discounted by 22%. And capture every moment on the road with the VanTrue N2 Pro Dual 1080p Dash Cam, available for 35% off.

Amazon Deals of The Day: Deep Discounts on Earbuds, Tablets, and More

Welcome back to another week of daily discounts. Please excuse my slight absence last week—I was off smashing Warhammer 40K Space Marine 2, a shooter with big guns and Power Armour-soiling enemy swarms. I also got to literal grips with a Moza Truck Wheel setup that let me live out my nichest, Pork Chop Express from Big Trouble in Little China fantasies. But, hey, enough about me; let's get you sorted with the best deals of the day, bar none.

$879 Off a Borderlands Boxset, 480 Bucks Off a Capcom Bundle, Crazy QuakeCon Deals, and More!

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is very similar to the Pixel 9 Pro XL model, but smaller. Both of those phones launched today, alongside the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL. We’re here to take a closer look at the Google Pixel 9 Pro specifications. The Google Pixel...

Google Pixel 9 Pro specifications

AMD has followed in the footsteps of NVIDIA with its Radeon RX GPUs, trying to gain market share anywhere that it can. While the class-leading halo products such as the Radeon RX 7900 XTX are released early in the life cycle of a GPU architecture, the entry level products often follow years later. It appears as though some models such as the RX 7300 and RX 7400 may never see the light of day, as board partners warp ahead to AMD's RDNA 4 according to Benchlife.

Forget The Radeon RX 7400 And 7300, AMD's Partners Reportedly Shift Focus To RDNA 4

Recently, alleged promotional materials for the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE were leaked, revealing important details about the phone. Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy S24 FE later this year. The official European support page of the device recently went live, suggesting an imminent launch. Now, the alleged South Korean variant of the Galaxy S24 FE has appeared on Geekbench.

Alleged Samsung Galaxy S24 FE appears with Exynos 2400 on Geekbench

After both seeing successful spring theatrical runs, two of A24's biggest movies of the year are finally headed to streaming. Today, Max announced that A24 movies Civil War and I Saw the TV Glow are both headed to the streaming service in September via a post on Twitter/X. Civil War...

Civil War, I Saw the TV Glow Arrive on Max in September

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Save $400 Off the New and Improved 2nd Gen Alienware m16 RTX 4060 Gaming Laptop

Earlier this year during CES 2024, Dell released its updated second generation Alienware m16 R2 16\" RTX 4070 gaming laptop . Today as part of the...

Earlier this year during CES 2024, Dell released its updated second generation Alienware m16 R2 16" RTX 4070 gaming laptop . Today as part of the...

Save $400 Off the New and Improved 2nd Gen Alienware m16 RTX 4060 Gaming Laptop

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