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Overdue upgrade: I traded my six-year-old PC for a modern rig and here’s what happened

Time to retire your ageing PC? Here's what to expect when moving to a brand-new system, complete with all the bells and whistles.

How to benchmark and compare graphics card performance for free

How to check if your graphics card is delivering its intended performance using free software.

How to clean install Windows 11 from a USB drive

This step-by-step guide will help you on your way to a clean of install of Microsoft's flagship operating system, Windows 11.

ATX 3.0 PSUs explained: why 12VHPWR is the best way to power Nvidia RTX 40 Series GPUs

We explain why is pays to invest in an ATX 3.0 / PCIe 5 PSU if planning a high-performance gaming PC.

10 video games that prove we reached peak gaming back in the 2000s

Join us on a trip down memory lane as we memorialise the best era of gaming.

Intel Arc revisited: there’s value to be had in PC gaming, after all

New drivers and fresh, aggressive pricing puts Intel's Arc A750 firmly in the mainstream graphics spotlight.

Building the ultimate passive PC with AMD Ryzen 9 7900 and Noctua NH-P1

Want to try something different for the next major rebuild? Passive cooling opportunities are better than ever before.

7 games we can’t wait to play in 2023

Clear out your schedule: the 2023 gaming playlist is starting to look pretty good as release dates appear on the horizon.

Router vs. mesh networking: how to eliminate Wi-Fi deadspots around the home office

Meshed networks take the frustration out of poor Wi-Fi experiences.