Rising RAM prices are forcing Valley PC users to delay upgrades, scale back builds, or buy used parts as memory costs surge ...

Building or upgrading a gaming PC can feel overwhelming, especially with new hardware releases every year. But smart, strategic upgrades can dramatically boost performance without breaking the bank.

I’ve spent an absurd amount of time and money on my gaming rig. I originally built a custom liquid-cooled PC during the pandemic and enjoyed the outstanding performance, quiet acoustics and the ...

Kris showcases how upgrading your pc to a custom soft tube cooled rig isn't really as difficult as you might expect. Special thanks to the guys at Corsair, Intel, Zotac and msi for helping out with ...

The hard fact to digest, come 2026, is that pre-builts might make their comeback in the face of this unprecedented market shift, and gamers must keep an open mind to adapt to this new paradigm. So, ...

Choosing the right upgrade—RAM or GPU first—depends on identifying your PC's bottleneck to maximize gaming performance and system balance. Pixabay, jarmoluk Upgrading a gaming PC enhances overall ...

The main processor (CPU, “Central Processing Unit”), the main memory (RAM, “Random-Access Memory”), and the dedicated graphics card with its graphics processor (GPU, “Graphics Processing Unit”) are ...

Why this is important: For years, Crucial wasn’t just another PC parts brand. It was the safe, no-drama choice for upgrading laptops, desktops, and gaming rigs. If you ever used its compatibility ...

Upgrading a pre-built PC sounds like a practical way to extend a computer's lifespan and enhance its performance. At first glance, it seems like it would be an easier undertaking than building a PC ...

Commentary: An expert says prices shouldn't skyrocket tomorrow, so don't do what I did and buy out of fear. David Lumb is a senior reporter covering mobile and gaming spaces. Over the last decade, ...