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Monica J. White

Monica J. White

Computing Writer

Monica is a UK-based freelance writer and self-proclaimed geek. A firm believer in the "PC building is just like expensive Legos" philosophy, Monica loves to play around with different builds - if not in reality, then at least on one of her several wishlists. If she's not currently neck-deep in Google Docs or elbow-deep in her PC case, she's most likely spending the day gaming or hanging out with her dog.

 

The Hyte Y60 with an RTX 4090 installed.

After this year, I finally understand why people buy prebuilt gaming PCs

I love PC building, but even I can't deny that it's now harder than ever to build a good gaming PC.
Computing Features
RTX 4090.

Nvidia and AMD GPUs work together better than you might think

There's AMD and there's Nvidia, but what if you put them together and use them in the same PC? Insane performance, apparently.
Computing News
The Dell XPS laptop seen from behind, with the chassis half open.

Why the most powerful laptops of 2024 might not use Intel’s latest chips

Intel's upcoming Core Ultra Meteor Lake processors are just around the corner, but you won't find them in some of the best laptops.
Computing News
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX graphics card.

What AMD needs to do to beat Nvidia in 2024

AMD and Nvidia are always battling for dominance in the GPU market -- but what can AMD do to actually win the fight?
Computing Features
Google Drive in Chrome on a MacBook.

Watch out: Google Drive may have lost months of data

Cloud storage is often thought to be one of the safest options for backing up your data, but users are reporting issues with Google Drive.
Computing News
Two RTX 4070 graphics cards sitting side by side.

Nvidia’s GPU lineup is about to get completely reshuffled

Nvidia's upcoming RTX 40 Super refresh may bring several new GPUs, but what happens to their older versions?
Computing News
MacBook Pro laptops.

There are two sizes of MacBook Pros. Here’s the one you should buy

The new M2 16-inch MacBook Pro and the 14-inch MacBook Pro are Apple's latest notebooks. In this guide, we will compare them.
Computing Guides
Gigabyte Aorus P1200W power supply.

Everything you need to know about buying a power supply for your PC

The power supply is a crucial component in your PC, but it can be a little confusing. Here's how to pick the best one for your needs.
Computing Guides
Intel's 14900K CPU socketed in a motherboard.

Upgrade your PC or start from scratch? Here’s our definitive guide on the question

If your PC isn't cutting it anymore, it might be time to upgrade. But should you start from scratch or replace certain components? Let's find out.
Computing Features
Upcoming Nvidia RTX 40-series laptops over a black and green background.

Don’t wait for new GPUs. It’s safe to buy a gaming laptop now

Nvidia is rumored to soon be releasing new graphics cards, but should laptop users wait for them?
Computing News
Someone holding the Ryzen 7 5800X3D in a red light.

AMD is valiantly keeping its word to gamers

A new leak suggests that the AM4 platform may not be dead at all, and that new 3D V-Cache chips are on the horizon.
Computing News
AMD Ryzen 5000G.

Gigabyte may have just leaked AMD next big release

Thanks to an unexpected update from Gigabyte, we now know when to expect the next-gen AMD processors.
Computing News
Person using a gaming monitor.

The tech that will actually make you a better PC gamer

Is gaming all about skill? Not entirely. Regardless of how good you are, this tech can help you win more games.
Computing Features
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger holding a chip.

CPU owners are suing Intel. Here’s the surprising reason why

A class action lawsuit has just been filed against Intel as a result of the ongoing Downfall vulnerability. Here's what's happening.
Computing News
Nvidia's RTX 4070 graphics cards over a pink background.

Nvidia’s new GPUs could be right around the corner

Nvidia's RTX 40 Super lineup might be closer than we think, as Nvidia is getting ready to deliver a special address.
Computing News
Front of the AMD RX 7600.

This is the cheapest GPU that’s still worth buying

Not all budget graphics cards are still worth buying, but there are some rare gems that are worth your attention.
Computing Features
A person typing on a laptop that is showing the ChatGPT generative AI website.

GPT-4 Turbo is the biggest update since ChatGPT’s launch

OpenAI has just unveiled the latest update to its language model, dubbed the GPT-4 Turbo. It offers a massive upgrade over the previous version.
Computing News
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang with an RTX 4090 graphics card.

I’m scared of next-gen Nvidia GPUs, and you should be too

Nvidia pushes the limits of GPU performance with each new generation, but somehow, I can't find it in me to be excited for RTX 50-series.
Computing Features
Samsung 980 Pro SSD being held in someone's hand.

The era of cheap SSDs is about to end

SSD prices have been pretty great lately, but that might be about to change. Samsung is said to be increasing prices by up to 20%.
Computing News
Apple revealing the M3 Max processor.

Apple’s M3 Max appears to keep up with Intel’s top desktop CPU

Benchmarks of Apple's new M3 Max chip just leaked, and the scores bode well for the 16-inch MacBook Pro.
Computing News
AMD CEO Lisa Su holding an APU chip.

AMD is slowing down at the worst possible time

AMD has been dominating the booming handheld gaming market, but it looks like it might give Intel a lot of room to take over.
Computing News
Person using Windows 11 laptop on their lap by the window.

A major Windows update just launched. Here’s what’s new

The latest Windows 11 update is here, and it's a big one. With wide access to Copilot, AI in Paint, and changes to Teams, there's a lot to dig into.
Computing News
A gaming PC with RGB synced lights running Apex Legends.

I made an entire PC build for the price of one Nvidia GPU

Nvidia makes some top-notch GPUs, but you could build an entire AMD PC for the price of one graphics card.
Computing Features
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger delivers the Day 1 closing keynote at IAA Mobility

Intel still thinks ARM is an insignificant threat

Even though AMD and Nvidia might soon be making their own ARM CPUs, Intel is not afraid of the potential threat.
Computing News
PC Gaming Monitor with LED Lights.

I tried 3 popular gaming headsets, and they all failed me

Are gaming headsets usually this bad, or am I just unlucky? In any case, I found a better solution.
Computing Features
An ARM processor.

How Nvidia and AMD could make Windows laptops feel like MacBooks

In an unexpected twist, it turns out that Nvidia and AMD may be developing ARM-based CPUs. Does Apple need to worry, and what about Intel?
Computing News
AMD RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT graphics cards.

Why it’s a surprisingly good time to buy a GPU right now

If you've been thinking of buying a new GPU, now is the time -- but only if you know which models to look out for.
Computing Features
The PNY RTX 4080 XLR8 installed in a PC.

Nvidia’s RTX Super might be a massive boost at no extra cost

The latest leak on Nvidia's rumored RTX 40-series Super lineup suggests that the GPUs may get a huge VRAM upgrade.
Computing News
Emdoor's gaming handheld with an Intel CPU and GPU inside.

This Intel gaming handheld could give the Steam Deck a run for its money

This new gaming handheld appeared a little ahead of time, and it serves up an Intel Meteor Lake chip. Will it keep up with AMD's APUs?
Computing News
A game playing on the Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop.

Why I refuse to buy a gaming laptop, even though I need one

Gaming laptops can be great, but despite having some use for one, I still refuse to buy one. Here's why.
Computing Features
Three RTX 4080 cards sitting on a pink background.

Nvidia may launch three new Super GPUs to fight back AMD

Rumor has it that Nvidia may soon release up to three new Super GPUs. Should AMD be worried?
Computing News
The RTX 4090 and RTX 3090 sitting on a table side-by-side.

Don’t panic, but GPU prices are starting to rise again

Although you may struggle to find a certain graphics card in stock at MSRP, there's no need to panic about GPU prices rising just yet.
Computing News
Intel Core i5-14600K processor inside its socket.

The Intel Core i5-14600K can’t take back the gaming crown from AMD

AMD's Ryzen 7 7800X3D is the best gaming CPU right now, but can Intel's new Core i5-14600K be a better, more well-rounded option? Find out inside!
Computing Products
AMD RX 7800 XT and RX 7700 XT graphics cards.

Why AMD’s biggest competitor is no longer Nvidia

While the GPU market is split between AMD and Nvidia, the reality is that Nvidia isn't even AMD's greatest rival.
Computing Features
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