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Tablet vs. eReader: Which Is Better for Ebooks?

Modern tablet computers have much improved screens and battery life compared to the early days of these popular devices. However, eReaders haven’t been stagnant either, and if you enjoy reading ebooks, there’s a legitimate di…

Sydney Butler 4d ago

PWM Fan vs. DC Fan: Which Is Better for PC Cooling?

If you’re building a PC, fans may not be the first component you think of, but they’re still important. When going for an air-cooled build, you have the option of DC or PWM fans, but which is better?

Kris Wouk Mar 22nd

6 Things You Need for the Perfect Home Racing Sim System

Most of us will never have the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a high-horsepower racecar and tear around world-famous tracks, but with a home racing simulator, you can get incredibly close to that experience without le…

Sydney Butler Mar 22nd

Bluetooth vs. Wi-Fi Music: Which Has Better Audio Quality?

Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are two ways to wirelessly stream music from your devices to speakers, but which is the best option for you? While one definitely has higher-quality audio than the other, as you’ll see they’re both still w…

Kris Wouk Mar 20th

5 Tips for Building a Gaming PC on a Budget

There’s never been a better time to get into PC gaming, but hardware is expensive. If you haven’t got a massive budget you’re probably looking to cut some corners and save some money. Good news!

Tim Brookes Mar 14th

Controller vs. Mouse and Keyboard: Which Is Better?

On PC, and increasingly on gaming consoles, you have your choice of using a controller or using a mouse and keyboard to play your games. Gamers often have strong feelings about which option is superior, but what’s the real an…

Sydney Butler Mar 13th

DDR4 vs. DDR5 RAM: Is an Upgrade Worth It?

DDR5 is the latest and greatest memory standard that promises to be better than DDR4 in almost every way, but does that mean you should throw your DDR4 in the trash and rush out to buy DDR5? Read this first….

Sydney Butler Mar 9th

Should You Buy a Projector for Gaming?

While large format TVs are readily available, once you go north of 70 inches the price curve goes nearly vertical. In contrast, projectors seem like a good solution if you want to experience a wall-spanning movie picture, but…

Sydney Butler Mar 3rd

Gaming Laptops: Should You Get a 14″, 15″, or 17″ Laptop?

Gaming laptops come in a variety of sizes, and while it may seem like this isn’t the most important decision to make before buying one, it can have a domino effect on every other aspect of your new gaming PC….

Sydney Butler Mar 1st

5 Reasons You Should Buy a GoPro (or Similar Action Camera)

Action cameras like GoPros are pint-sized powerhouses that can capture high-quality still and moving images in a wide range of conditions. Let’s take a look at some good reasons to invest in a quality action camera….

Tim Brookes Mar 1st

How to Buy a Gaming Monitor

Buying a monitor for gaming can be tricky. Manufacturers and retailers will try and pull you in various directions with features you may or may not need. Let’s take a look at some of the most important questions to ask and fe…

Tim Brookes Feb 28th

6 Reasons You Might Want to Stick With 1080p

While 4K TVs are commonplace, and many PC gamers are moving on to 1440p monitors or higher, there are many reasons why you don’t need to upgrade your 1080p display yet. There’s plenty of life left in “Full HD.”…

Sydney Butler Feb 23rd

What Is 1440p Resolution? What You Need to Know About QHD

You’ve probably heard 1440p, QHD, or “2K” resolutions mentioned in gaming benchmarks and PC build guides, especially concerning monitors. So what is a 1440p monitor, what benefits or drawbacks do they have, and should you buy…

Tim Brookes Feb 22nd

Should You Buy a Projector Instead of a TV?

Want to host the ultimate movie night? How about split-screen Mario Kart on a display that feels like every player has their own TV? You can have all this, and more, if you bite the bullet and buy a projector. But there are …

Tim Brookes Feb 22nd

What Are Reference Headphones and Speakers (And Should You Buy Them?)

While shopping for new speakers or headphones, you notice some fancy products with the word “reference” in the description. They look slick and have a price tag to match, but what does “reference” mean, and is it right for yo…

Sydney Butler Feb 19th

What Is a Mouse Jiggler, and Which One Should You Use?

Need your mouse to move but don’t want to do it yourself? You can simulate mouse movement even when you’re not at your computer using a mouse jiggler. Fool your boss or simply keep your PC awake easily with these clever solut…

Tim Brookes Feb 17th

What Is Phantom Power, and Does Your Microphone Need It?

If you’re shopping for a microphone or audio interface, you’ve probably seen the term phantom power. But what exactly is phantom power, where does it come from, and do you need it to power your microphone?…

Kris Wouk Feb 15th

How to Match Speakers With Your Amp or Receiver

Buying speakers can be a daunting process. Is matching up the wattage enough, or are there other important specs? How many watts do you need? We’ll show you everything you need to know when buying speakers or a receiver….

Kris Wouk Feb 13th

How Cheap VPNs Can Cost More Than You Bargained For

Times are hard and money’s tight. It’s no more than reasonable to want to limit your expenses on certain things and VPNs are as good a candidate as any. Are VPNs something you can skimp on, though? Do you really need to pay $…

Fergus O'Sullivan Feb 8th

Why 4K Gaming Isn’t the Graphical Upgrade You Might Expect

If you’ve played games on a 4K TV and thought, “this doesn’t look that much better,” you’re not alone. On paper, 4K offers a massive leap in detail compared to 1080p, but does that paper specification translate to real-worl…

Sydney Butler Jan 25th

5K Monitors Are Here, But Should You Buy One?

Most 5K displays don’t just get you a slightly-larger-than-4K resolution but also attempt to solve one of 4K’s biggest shortcomings: pixel density. Let’s take a look at what that means, what your options are, and whether you …

Tim Brookes Jan 18th

How to Choose an AIO Cooler

If you’re shopping parts for a gaming PC, you might be considering an aftermarket water cooling solution. There are plenty of options out there, but which one should you choose, and what factors should you take into account?…

Arol Wright Jan 14th

Buying a GPU? Here’s Why You Need a Lot of VRAM

It’s tempting to focus on the GPU power of a new graphics card and ignore how much VRAM it has, especially if you’re not playing at 4K. However, modern game engines and technologies like ray tracing are changing this fast….

Sydney Butler Jan 10th

How Big Is Too Big for a Computer Monitor?

More screen real estate generally means better productivity, but that doesn’t always mean bigger monitors are better. There’s a lot more to choosing a monitor than the screen size in inches, including what you’re using it for…

Tim Brookes Jan 9th

Is a Vertical Mouse Right for You?

You can choose between a traditional mouse, trackpad, trackball, and now a vertical mouse for your pointing device needs. That’s a lot of mouse options! So what makes vertical mice stand out from the crowd? It’s all in the wr…

Sydney Butler Jan 7th

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