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4 simple benchmarks to test your PC's performance
PC benchmarks let you figure out exactly how your GPU, CPU and other components are performing so you don't have to guess.
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Can a MacBook handle heavy games? Here's what you should know
macOS is now a far healthier platform for gaming than it was just a few years ago, but it can't compete with Windows in many ways.
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When is it worth getting a sound card for your PC?
Whether or not adding a sound card makes sense really depends on how you're regularly using your PC.
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What causes screen tearing and how can you fix it?
Screen tearing is a distracting and ugly problem, but you have several ways to combat it to keep your games running smoothly.
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Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light remasters are getting free next-gen updates this month
Take a trip down memory lane with the first two games in the series.
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The reason why prebuilt PCs might be a better buy in 2026
Building a PC has long provided a better value while letting you get exactly what you want. But off-the-shelf PCs can be more affordable in today's climate.
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How much VRAM should you look for in a graphics card?
Graphics card prices are one of many victims of the memory shortage, but how much VRAM do you need to future-proof your setup?
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How to improve your FPS for better gaming (without buying new hardware)
Frame rates and graphical fidelity have an inverse relationship, so making your games look a little less beautiful runs them much better.
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What does anti-aliasing actually do to your PC games?
Anti-aliasing is an important settings for PC games, but not all methods that achieve the goal of smoother edges work the same way.
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How to enter VR mode on Steam
If you've bought a VR headset and already installed Steam, it only takes a few minutes to get everything set up and ready for gaming in virtual reality.
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Wired vs. wireless keyboards: Is there really a difference in performance?
Wireless keyboards introduce convenience and portability, but they can't quite keep up with wired keyboards in some cases.
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How to use Xbox mode on your Windows PC
Xbox mode is akin to Big Picture Mode, where you get a gaming-friendly interface that works well with a controller.
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Wired vs wireless gaming mouse: is there really a difference in performance?
In the past, choosing between a wired and a wireless gaming mouse may have meant accepting a number of tradeoffs. These days, there's very little between them.
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Valve’s Steam Frame VR headset starts at $1,059 and ships with Half Life: Alyx
Valve has unveiled pricing for its new VR headset, and like the Steam Machine, it's bound to be controversial.
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Why is the internet so upset about NVIDIA's DLSS 5?
NVIDIA calls DLSS 5 the biggest graphics breakthrough since ray tracing; critics call it an AI slop filter.
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Steam Deck vs. Switch 2 — which gaming handheld is more powerful?
The Switch 2 is newer and more affordable than the Steam Deck, but Valve's console still has serious power to draw on.
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How to update your GPU drivers in Windows 11
New game releases often require driver updates to yield the best performance on your Windows PC. But knowing where to get them can often be confusing.
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Is the Steam Deck still worth it in 2026?
The Steam Deck is a solid gaming handheld, but after the arrival of several competitors and higher prices, is it still worth picking one up?
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Acer Project DualPlay Mini concept hands-on: Flipping from powerful handheld to powerful tiny laptop
It's a concept device, sure, but there's something intriguing about Acer's handheld gaming PC and laptop 2-in-1.
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Modding platform Nexus Mods now owns SteamDB
Nexus Mods said the community-led SteamDB site will operate as it always has, while becoming stronger and better resourced.
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Star Wars Zero Company is a great game that's busted and may never be fixed
It's hard to be confident about Star Wars Zero Company's future after the studio that made it furloughed most of its staff.
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Skip the 5K monitor for gaming and go with a 4K instead — here's why
5K is even sharper than 4K UHD, but it's for a specific audience. As a gamer, you won't be able to get as much use out of it as you might think.
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What is Dolby Atmos for Headphones and is it worth it for gamers?
A look into whether Dolby Atmos for Headphones — with its free trial on both PC and Xbox — can unlock spatial audio on a normal pair of stereo headphones.
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The pros and cons of using a TV as your computer monitor
In the age‑old debate over whether a TV can truly replace a computer monitor, several important differences in design and performance set the two apart.
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How to turn your iPhone into a Bluetooth controller
If your PC gaming controller is broken or you need an extra for a friend, there's a simple solution for iPhone users.
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