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Is the MacBook Pro M5 still worth buying after the price hike?
The article discusses whether the MacBook Pro M5 remains a worthwhile purchase following a price increase. It suggests that potential buyers might consider waiting for future price adjustments or opting for a less expensive configuration.
I want to love the new Asus ROG Zephyrus G16, but the price is downright painful
The 2026 Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 is a powerful and beautifully designed gaming laptop with a stunning OLED display and improved thermals. However, its prohibitively high price, especially compared to competitors like the Razer Blade 16, makes it difficult to recommend despite its strong performance and portability.
The new Razer Blade 16 is still a phenomenal gaming laptop, but it's a real shame about the price
The Razer Blade 16 (2026) remains a highly desirable gaming laptop with a premium design and excellent OLED display, powered by a new Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor and Nvidia RTX 5090 GPU. However, a significant price increase to $4,900/£4,800 makes it a tougher sell, especially as some competitors offer better performance for less money, despite the Blade 16's strong portability and refined user experience.
The Razer Blade 18 steps up to some of the most powerful gaming laptops I've tested and nearly steals the win
The 2026 Razer Blade 18 offers powerful performance comparable to top-tier gaming laptops, featuring an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus CPU and up to an RTX 5090 GPU. While its slimline design, dual-mode 4K display, and impressive battery life are notable, its high price and incremental CPU update make it a difficult recommendation, especially compared to the older model or competitors like the MSI Raider A18 HX.
Pimax Dream Air review - incredible VR headset visuals and feather light, but the price is a fright
The Pimax Dream Air VR headset offers exceptional image quality with its high-resolution OLED displays, delivering sharp visuals and deep blacks. Despite its lightweight design and decent comfort, the headset's extremely high price and potentially restrictive optical characteristics make it a niche product for enthusiasts seeking the absolute best.
The ROG Xbox Ally might not be the handheld we want, but it's the portable we need in terms of price
The ASUS ROG Ally is presented as a more affordable handheld gaming PC option compared to competitors like the Steam Deck OLED and MSI Claw. Despite its lower-spec chipset, its current price point makes it a compelling choice, especially with potential Prime Day discounts, positioning it as a practical alternative for those seeking a portable PC gaming experience without the premium cost.
‘The perfect handheld for many’: Asus reveals the ROG Xbox Ally X20 — and handheld fans are excited about everything except the potential price
Asus unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally X20 handheld gaming PC at Computex 2026, featuring a larger 7.4-inch OLED display and bundled XReal AR glasses. While specifications are impressive, the unannounced price is a major concern for consumers, especially given the high cost of the bundled AR glasses and the current market trend of rising hardware prices.
The retro look and budget price of the SIVGA M260 gaming earbuds might finally make me a wired bud fan
The SIVGA M260 HiFi Wired Earbuds offer a retro aesthetic and budget-friendly price point, with models available for $45 (USB-C with DAC) and $39.90 (3.5mm). These earbuds feature 14.2mm dynamic drivers and a detachable MMCX cable system, aiming to provide high-fidelity audio for gamers on a budget.
The new Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is doing a lot with its extra wattage, but I'm bracing myself for the price tag
The 2026 Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 offers a significant performance boost over its predecessor, featuring Intel's new Panther Lake processors and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU. It boasts a brighter OLED display and a comfortable keyboard, though concerns remain about potential throttling away from a desk and its likely high price tag.
Asus says forget RAMageddon, offers an RTX 5060 gaming PC with 16GB of DDR5 for a "normal" price of $1,000
Asus is offering a gaming PC with 16GB of DDR5 RAM for $999.99, bucking the trend of inflated prices and DDR4 configurations due to DDR5 shortages. The Asus ROG G700 Gaming Desktop is available at Best Buy with a $200 discount, providing value amidst the current market conditions.
