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This article compiles reviews for various PC hardware components, including the Montech Sky 3 case, the MSI MPG CORELIQUID P13 360 CPU cooler, and the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro White gaming headset.
Markiplier's Impressive PC Specs Amazes Fans During Resident Evil: Requiem Playthrough - GameHaunt
Content creator Markiplier's high-end PC specifications were accidentally revealed during a livestream of Resident Evil: Requiem. The system features an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor, 192GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell GPU with 96GB VRAM, with the core components alone costing over $13,000. This powerful hardware is primarily used for film production and content creation, highlighting a significant difference from typical gaming rigs.
Valve quickly updates its own Steam Machine update, recommitting to a 2026 launch despite AI woes: 'Nothing's…
Valve has reaffirmed its commitment to launching the Steam Deck, Steam Controller, and Steam Machine in 2026, despite concerns about AI's impact on PC hardware development. Valve communications lead Kaci Aitchison Boyle stated that the release schedule remains unchanged, and a recent year-in-review post has been updated to reflect a confident 2026 launch window.
Hardware Reviews
This article provides reviews for PC hardware, including the Logitech G Pro X2 Superstrike mouse and the ENERMAX PlatimaxII 1200DF ATX 3.1 power supply unit. The reviews focus on performance and features relevant to PC gaming.
The $599 MacBook Neo is Apple's cheapest Mac laptop yet
Apple has launched the MacBook Neo, its most affordable Mac laptop to date, priced at $599. It features the A18 Pro chip, a 13-inch Retina display, and comes in four new colors. While it lacks some premium features found on higher-end models like True Tone and Force Touch trackpad, it aims to attract budget-conscious consumers and Windows users.
Apple somehow just doubled the amount of storage in the new MacBook Air M5 base model to 512 GB despite the memory…
Apple has doubled the base storage of its new MacBook Air M5 model to 512 GB, increasing the price by $100 to $1,099. Despite concerns about a global memory crisis impacting PC affordability, Apple's strong supplier relationships and existing margins allow for this upgrade. The article speculates that Macs could become the most affordable computer option, potentially influencing the gaming industry's attention to the platform.
Apple brings its M5 Pro and Max silicon to the next MacBook Pro generation
Apple has announced new MacBook Pro models featuring its M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, available in 14-inch and 16-inch sizes. These laptops offer increased CPU and GPU cores, with base models now starting at 1TB of storage. Prices have increased compared to the previous generation, with the 14-inch model starting at $1,699 and the 16-inch at $2,699.
PCs under $500 to "disappear by 2028." Apparently water's wet, too.
The PC market, particularly entry-level laptops, is projected to become nonviable by 2028 due to rising memory and SSD costs. This trend is exacerbated by the continued high consumption of AI chips, which are expected to drive up hardware prices.
"Creativity is the key": how PC hardware's smaller manufacturers are navigating the RAM shortage disaster
Smaller PC hardware manufacturers are navigating the current RAM shortage by using less memory in their products or leveraging their unique market position. Companies like Commodore International with the C64 Ultimate and Panic with the Playdate are less affected due to lower RAM requirements, while Framework utilizes a modular approach and direct supplier contact to manage component sourcing. Despite these strategies, some firms like the Pi Foundation have had to increase prices, and the overall outlook suggests the shortage, driven by AI demand, could persist for several more years.
Best SSD for gaming 2026
This guide reviews the best Solid State Drives (SSDs) for gaming in 2026, highlighting top picks like the WD Black SN850X for most users and the WD Black SN8100 for maximum speed. It discusses current inflated prices due to chip shortages and provides recommendations for various needs, including budget options, laptop SSDs, and external drives, while also explaining SSD technology and M.2 interfaces.
Computex trade show hardware round-up
PCGamesN's Hardware Editor Ed Chester reports from Computex 2024, highlighting new PC hardware such as the HAVN HS 420 PC, the MSI Claw, and the Thunder3 Lab-X cooling desk. The article covers various tech innovations showcased at the global computer trade show.
