Articles by Matt Safford | Tom's Hardware

Matt began piling up computer experience as a child with his Mattel Aquarius. He built his first PC in the late 1990s and ventured into mild PC modding in the early 2000s. He’s spent 15 years covering emerging technology for Smithsonian, Popular Science, and Consumer Reports, while testing components and PCs for Computer Shopper, PCMag and Digital Trends. When not writing about tech, he’s often walking—through the streets of New York, over the sheep-dotted hills of Scotland, or just at his treadmill desk at home in front of the 50-inch HDR TV that serves as his PC monitor.

Articles by: Matt Safford

Sudokoo's SK620V air cooler, in white and black, displayed on a table.

Sudokoo shows off brand-new CPU cooler and fan designs — new kid on the block puts more displays inside PCs

By Dallin Grimm published 20 May 25

Hardware newcomer Sudokoo showed off a range of new cooling tech at Computex this year, with air coolers, AIOs, and fans all on display, showing off the latest ways to put more bling in your PC.

The Corsair Air 5400 case showcased at Computex 2025

Corsair’s Air 5400 features a triple-chamber design for high-performance cooling

By Kunal Khullar published 20 May 25

Corsair showcased new cases, power supplies, and a custom DIY mechanical keyboard at Computex 2025

Cooler Master Cooling X Pro with the MasterFrame 360 Panoramic to the right of it

Cooler Master unveils new pre-built PC with a 360 x 360mm radiator, new QUBE 500, and more

By Jowi Morales published 20 May 25

Cooler Master is showing off several new PC case and cooling solutions at its headquarters in Taiwan.

Cooler Master Elite cases on display at Computex 2025.

Cooler Master plans to launch a curved-glass case for around $70 – at least outside of the U.S.

By Matt Safford published 20 May 25

Other Elite series cases feature wood accents and a digital temperature and RPM readout, and are expected to top out around $100 in most countries.

NZXT goes big and small at Computex with the H9 Flow and H3 Flow cases

By Mark Tyson published 20 May 25

NZXT showcased new H9 Flow and H3 Flow cases at Computex alongside new Kraken Plus and Elite series AIO CPU coolers.

The Hyte X50 and X50 Air PC case in different colors

Hyte’s new X50 PC case comes with a rounded aesthetic, high-performance mesh, and fun colors

By Kunal Khullar published 20 May 25

Combining premium aesthetics, high-airflow mesh, and modularity, the X50 series could be a standout case this year.

InWin celebrates 40 years with the ChronoMancy — futuristic 1.1m case opens with the wave of a wand

By Mark Tyson published 20 May 25

Extravagant InWin ChronoMancy 40th anniversary case opens with the wave of a wand.

Prominent Computex sign runs Windows 7, as Microsoft insists we move on from Windows 10

By Matt Safford published 19 May 25

A day before Computex officially starts, I spotted a sign near the main entrance that is running a version of Windows from 2009.

Asus adds the RTX 5060 to its gaming laptop lineup, tweaks TUF A14 with better cooling

By Andrew E. Freedman published 19 May 25

Asus is updating its gaming laptops with the RTX 5060, and is also releasing a dock for the ROG Ally and other gaming devices.

Asus unveils Noctua triple-fan RTX 5080, new external GPU dock, and more at Computex

By Jowi Morales published 19 May 25

Asus has a new mechanical keyboard, mouse, GPUs, and other tech on display in Taiwan.

Acer showcases ProCreator, Predator, and portable monitors at Computex

By Mark Tyson published 19 May 25

Acer has a sizable range of new monitors at Computex 2025, covering the needs of professional content creators, gamers, and digital road warriors.

Fractal Meshify 3 and 3 XL cases bring the company's iconic airflow-focused design to the modern case era

By Matt Safford published 15 May 25

Hands-on Fractal’s new Meshify 3 and 3 XL PC cases combine airflow-focused design with unique build-friendly features. The Meshify 3 XL also supports the largest motherboards.

How to Build a PC

By Andrew E. Freedman, Matt Safford last updated 6 May 25

Do you want to build a PC but aren't sure how to put the parts together? Turn your components into a desktop with our step-by-step guide.

Hands-on with Lian Li's Lancool 217 PC case: High airflow, wood accents, no RGB

By Matt Safford published 2 May 25

With large fans, a dual-chamber design, dedicated GPU cooling, wood accents, and a reasonable price, Lian Li's Lancool 217 has a lot to like.

Tom’s Hardware Innovation Awards 2025: Surprise and Delight

By Avram Piltch published 29 April 25

These are the most innovative products of the last year.

Best AIO Coolers 2025

By Matt Safford last updated 25 April 25

After measuring CPU temperatures and fan noise for dozens of AIO coolers under load, we've chosen the best closed-loop cooler options to keep your PC cool and quiet.

Onkyo Creator Series GX-10DB, GX-30ARC speakers review: Pretty connectivity

By Matt Safford published 10 April 25

The Japanese brand returns with attractive speakers that are overflowing with connection options.

Best Motherboards 2025 for Gaming, by Socket and Chipset

By Matt Safford last updated 1 April 25

Here are the best motherboards we've tested, for all the recent AMD and Intel CPU platforms.

Best Budget Mechanical Keyboards 2025

By Matt Safford, Sarah Jacobsson Purewal last updated 1 April 25

We've tested dozens of cheap mechanical keyboards and picked the best budget options under $80.

Lenovo Thinkpad X9 review: The prettiest business PC

By Matt Safford published 27 March 25

Lenovo’s updated take on the ThinkPad gets a lot right, despite ditching the traditional keyboard and TrackPoint.

Corsair EX400U review: Game-changing USB4 speed in a magnetic, phone-friendly form factor

By Matt Safford published 20 March 25

Editor's Choice

4,000 MB/s external storage at 2,000 MB/s pricing

Awekeys Antiques Metal keycaps are Viking-themed luxury for your fingertips

By Matt Safford published 12 March 25

Awekeys' Viking-themed distressed copper keycaps offer a next-level typing experience – and next-level pricing if you don't grab them early.

LaCie Rugged SSD Pro5 Review: Fastest external storage – if you’re on an M4 Pro or Max Mac

By Matt Safford published 28 February 25

LaCie’s Thunderbolt 5 drive is the fastest we’ve tested – but you may want to skip it even if you have TB5

How to Apply Thermal Paste to Your CPU

By Matt Safford last updated 27 February 25

Follow our quick and easy guide to make sure your thermal paste application doesn't lead to higher CPU temps or other serious problems.

Broadcom founder Henry Samueli to receive the IEEE's Medal of Honor award

By Matt Safford published 20 February 25

The broadband pioneer and Broadcom founder will receive the IEEE's top honor for 2025, as well as a $2 award.

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