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Nvidia makes the 12GB GeForce RTX 2060 unofficially official
The RTX 2060, first released in January 2019, is returning with double the memory
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Razer and Qualcomm show off a Snapdragon-powered Steam Deck clone
Qualcomm launches the Snapdragon G3x Gen 1 mobile gaming platform in conjunction with Razer, aiming at the middle ground between phones and traditional gaming consoles.
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Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 promises 85% more PC performance
Qualcomm launches the Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 PC processor at its Snapdragon Tech Summit, promising to compete in the mainstream PC space with its latest Windows on Arm processor.
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Razer CEO says gaming laptop prices will spike in 2022
Razer's CEO says increasing component costs will drive up the price of Blade laptops
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Behold! 12 days of awesome tech gifts, chosen by the PCWorld editors
Consider it PCWorld's version of an advent calendar. For 12 straight days, our Hack the Holidays spectacular will reveal "unwrapping" videos of tech products and nerd gear that our editors most want to give friends and family.
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Best external SSD for gaming
Adding an external SSD to your gaming laptop is a great way to expand your storage for holding games and making your game library portable. But you need to choose the right external SSD or you could sell your gaming performance short.
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Qualcomm's next Snapdragon promises always-on smartphone cameras
Qualcomm launches the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 mobile processor for smartphones, with substantially more performance, less power, and AI-powered features that will include the possibility of an always-on smartphone camera.
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US lawmakers hope to outlaw online 'bots' snatching up hard-to-find hardware
Senators put forward the 'Stopping Grinch Bots Act' yesterday
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How to buy a budget laptop without getting screwed
Choosing the right budget laptop is difficult if you don’t know what to look for. This guide can help you buy a budget laptop without getting screwed by its specifications.n
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Black Friday PC parts deals: The cheapest gaming PC you can build
This Intel-based PC costs just $363—and it took quite a bit of finagling due to the scarcity of components, much less at decent prices.
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Why a 1080p webcam is a great buy for 2021: Buying guide
1080p webcams are now cheap and plentiful. Our buying guide will show you the best webcam deals we've found, plus tips on the best features and how to buy. Updated with Black Friday pricing.
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The best PCIe 4.0 SSD
Corsair MP600 Pro XT is the best PCIe 4.0 SSD you can buy right now. We explain why, and what you need to know about ultra-fast PCIe 4.0 drives in general.
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Five Windows Hello webcams you can buy right now
Windows Hello webcams are relatively rare outside of laptops—not even Microsoft sells one. We've rounded up several PC cameras that do support Windows Hello, so you can add facial-recognition login to your PC.
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Chromebooks versus Windows laptops: Which should you buy?
Should you buy a Chromebook or a Windows laptop? They're similar in some ways, but fundamentally different in others. This guide will help you decide.
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Why you should upgrade to Wi-Fi 6/6E
The quality of your Wi-Fi network has a huge influence on your online activities. Here's what you should know about the latest Wi-Fi 6/6E standard and how to upgrade.
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Amazon Kindle vs. Kindle Paperwhite: Should you pay more for your e-reader?
A few key differences exist between Amazon’s basic e-reader and its upgraded version model. We’ve outlined them here so you can better decided between the two.
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The best CPUs for gaming
The best gaming CPUs will help your PC pump out as many frames as possible, as quickly as possible. We pick the best for every budget.
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4K power, tiny box: Watch me build my first small form factor gaming PC
Building a tiny yet mighty gaming PC is easier than ever thanks to the small form factor movement. Join me in my journey as I build my first one.
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Buying a Black Friday laptop? These are the CPUs and GPUs to look for
Be prepared to pounce on Black Friday laptop deals before they arrive by knowing the right CPU and GPU for your needs
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