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Tower PC Vs. Mini PC: How To Choose The Right Setup For You

staff@slashgear.com (Adnan Ahmed) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:45:00 +0000

Do you find laptops too weak and desktop PCs too bulky? Discover mini PCs and compare them to their tower PCs in speed, size, and flexibility.

Is Building Your Own PC Still The Cheaper Option In 2026?

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 16:45:00 +0000

Prices of PC components have gone off the deep end in 2026, which poses the ultimate question: Is building your own gaming PC the cheaper option?

The Cheap, High-Quality Monitor We'd Actually Recommend

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:45:00 +0000

While you can pay thousands for a feature-packed screen to dominate your desk, monitors that get the basics right can be had at a more reasonable price point.

5 Free Apps That Beat Expensive Alternatives In Every Way That Matters

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 23:15:00 +0000

Stop paying for subscriptions. These powerful, free utilities offer professional features that rival even the most expensive premium software.

This Is Considered One Of The Most Influential Pieces Of Tech To Come Out Of The '80s

staff@slashgear.com (Azzief Khaliq) — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:15:00 +0000

Previous decades laid the groundwork for the wide adoption of the internet in the '90s. This piece of '80s technology was a big part of that.

You Don't Need A New Monitor, Your Old TV Can Do The Job Just Fine

staff@slashgear.com (Brad Hill) — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 13:15:00 +0000

Short on cash but need a bigger screen? Your old TV might be the perfect temporary monitor. Discover the pros and cons that makes or breaks the deal.

Don't Waste Money On Dual Monitors: Use This Instead

staff@slashgear.com (Jowi Morales) — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 16:45:00 +0000

Before buying a second monitor for your desktop, think about whether an ultrawide monitor setup might be a better alternative for your needs.

The Best Budget CPU Picks Vs. Old Flagships: Which Should You Buy?

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Sat, 13 Dec 2025 13:15:00 +0000

Picking the right CPU will be the make-or-break decision for any PC you build, but how do you know when to buy a brand-new one versus last gen's model?

This Is Considered The Best Major PC Brand In Terms Of Customer Satisfaction

staff@slashgear.com (Jowi Morales) — Sat, 22 Nov 2025 18:15:00 +0000

A major Windows PC brand has finally dethroned Apple in customer satisfaction rankings for the first time in years. Find out which company is now #1.

Costco And Home Depot Still Use IBM Computers From The '80s: Here's Why

staff@slashgear.com (Jonathan H. Kantor) — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 03:15:00 +0000

Costco sells some of the most advanced computers on the consumer market today, so you'll be surprised to learn their stores rely on computers from the 1980s.

5 Of The Best Costco Black Friday Deals You'll Find This Year

staff@slashgear.com (Max Miller) — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:45:00 +0000

Costco always comes through with impressive holiday shopping discounts, and their 2025 Black Friday deals have a little for everyone.

The 'World's Smallest Supercomputer' Is Here – And Elon Musk Is One Of The First Owners

staff@slashgear.com (Bob Sharp) — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:45:00 +0000

Supercomputers were once beasts, even by PC standards -- massive room-filling things that cost a fortune. Now, a much smaller supercomputer has arrived.

4 PC Parts You Can Buy Cheap (And 1 You Should Splurge On)

staff@slashgear.com (Jordan Wirth) — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 20:30:00 +0000

Building your own PC is not as hard as you might think, but doing so on the cheap means learning when to save money on parts and when to invest.

5 Unexpected Uses For Old PC Towers

staff@slashgear.com (Daniel Trock) — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:28:26 +0000

Many of us have old computer parts lying around, but what are you supposed to do with old PC towers? Use your creativity, and repurpose them in unexpected ways.

5 Ways To Extend The Lifespan Of Your CPU

staff@slashgear.com (Jordan Wirth) — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 14:30:00 +0000

While it might outlive most components in your PC, a good CPU is expensive, so you'll want to take every step to increase its lifespan anyway.

Are Cheap Monitors Really Worth Buying For Your Gaming PC? Here's What Gamers Say

staff@slashgear.com (Joseph Chidi) — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:35:00 +0000

Reaching for the budget monitor will obviously help with those on a tight budget, but for some rigs, it may not be worth the savings for long-term enjoyment.

Here's How Much Data YouTube Uses Per Hour

staff@slashgear.com (Anthoni Oisin) — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 14:15:00 +0000

YouTube has become one of the most popular sources of entertainment in the world, but it can easily use up your mobile plan's data if you're not careful.

What Does 'Ti' Mean When It Comes To Nvidia GPUs?

staff@slashgear.com (Anthoni Oisin) — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 20:15:00 +0000

Nvidia's GPUs have been considered some of the best on the market, including the Ti releases, but what does the Ti designation mean for owners?

5 Warning Signs That Your GPU Is Dying

staff@slashgear.com (Joe Hindy) — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 21:30:00 +0000

Graphic cards are some of the most expensive components in desktop PCs, and recognizing when they're about to die can save you a lot of money.

5 Of The Best, Cheap Graphics Cards Users Say Are Worth Buying In 2025

staff@slashgear.com (Marc Magrini) — Sat, 06 Sep 2025 20:30:00 +0000

Most cheap GPUs are too old and outdated for modern software and games, but some can bring you great performances even at an affordable price.