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The Best CPU for Gaming in 2023

By Paul Alcorn published 12 March 23

Here is the best CPU for gaming for the money, based on our benchmarks. These processors offer the best performance in their price ranges and most are suitable for overclocking.

The Best Graphics Cards: GeForce RTX 4090 FE

Best Graphics Cards for Gaming in 2023

By Jarred Walton published 10 March 23

We've benchmarked all the latest GPUs to select the best graphics cards for gaming. These graphics cards offer the best performance at their price and resolution, from 1080p to 4K.

Best AIO Coolers 2023

By Matt Safford published 3 March 23

We’ve tested dozens of AIO coolers, measuring CPU temperatures and fan noise under load, to find the best closed-loop options to keep your PC cool and quiet.

Best CPU Coolers 2023: AIO and Air Coolers

By Matt Safford published 3 March 23

These are the best air and liquid/AIO CPU coolers for all consumer systems, from small form-factor builds to overclocked big rigs.

Enterprising Maker Creates Custom Star Trek PC Case

By Les Pounder published 17 February 23

Made using 21st Century Replicators

Best Motherboards 2023 for Gaming, by Socket and Chipset

By Matt Safford last updated 7 March 23

Here are the best Intel and AMD motherboards for all the recent processor platforms. These boards offer great features and performance, according to our rigorous testing.

Best PC Cases 2023: Our Tested Picks for Your New Build

By Matt Safford published 15 February 23

Here are the best cases for custom PC builds. Our recommendations come from our tests of cooling and fan noise.

How to Build a PC

By Andrew E. Freedman, Matt Safford published 10 February 23

Are you looking to build a PC but intimidated about how to put the parts together? Learn how to turn your components into a desktop with our step-by-step guide.

Best RAM for Gaming: DDR4, DDR5 Kits for 2022

By Zhiye Liu last updated 20 February 23

Here are the best RAM kits we’ve tested: computer memory ideal for gaming, video editing, and graphics-heavy applications.

Build Your Ultimate Dream Gaming PC In New PC Building Sim

By Mark Tyson published 11 June 22

A deeper PC DIYing sequel provides more customization options, expanded repair shop experience, and improved visuals with more RGB.

How to Enter the BIOS on Any PC: Access Keys by Manufacturer

By Avram Piltch last updated 26 June 22

When you need to get into your computer's firmware setup, you can use one of these hotkeys or reboot to the BIOS through your operating system.

PC and PC Component Terms Defined: Tom’s Hardware Glossary

By Brandon Hill, Scharon Harding last updated 23 June 22

Tom’s Hardware defines and explains commonly used terms around PCs, PC components and more.

Newegg’s New PC Building Service Might Hold Stock on Rare Components Behind Pre-Assembly Paywall

By Michelle Ehrhardt last updated 7 July 21

Newegg’s introducing a PC assembly service with 7-10 business day shipping, but the service might be the only way you’ll be able to buy rare components from the site going forward.

Best Chia Plotting PC Builds: What You Need to Farm Chia Coin

By Avram Piltch last updated 25 May 21

We recommend the components you need to create 6, 10 or even 22 plots at a time for Chia Coin farming.

Building Project A.R.E.S: My Award-Winning Sci-Fi Case Mod

By Explore Modding published 28 March 21

Pro modder Explore Modding details how he made Project A.R.E.S., an award-winning PC case mod of the Cooler Master Cosmos C700M.

Corsair Vengeance i7200 Review: Colorful, Competent Power

By Matt Safford published 18 November 20

Corsair's 3090-packing Vengeance i7200 is a powerful performer in a pretty package. But those who care at all about value will want to opt for the 3080 option rather than our $4,500 configuration.

The Best $800 PC Build for Gaming, Streaming and Productivity

By Avram Piltch last updated 16 December 20

We put together the parts for a system that games, streams and does your work for less than $800.

The Mirror Maze PC: Building an Ultra-Quiet, Liquid-Cooled PC to Get Lost In

By Niels Broekhuijsen last updated 28 August 20

Starting off with the Space Gray Edition of Lian Li's PC-O11 Dynamic, we built a silent, powerful refined PC that you could get lost in.

Dell G5 Gaming Desktop Gets More RGB, 10th Gen Intel

By Andrew E. Freedman published 23 June 20

The Dell G5 Gaming Desktop is getting refreshed internals and some new color options for the light strip on the front.

Beat the Heat With the 2020 Best PC Builds Winners

By Tom's Hardware Community published 8 June 20

The latest Tom’s Hardware Best PC Builds Competition has its winners, from a $750 4K-capable rig to a $3,000 liquid-cooled powerhouse.

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