Building a gaming PC is kind of like building a hot rod--sure, the parts that make the car go fast are important, but if you're going to spend all that time on it, shouldn't it look cool, too? As such ...

A quiet gaming PC is no longer a luxury—it is a practical goal for gamers who want immersive performance without constant fan noise. As modern GPUs and CPUs push higher power limits, unmanaged heat ...

Looking for the best full-tower CPU case in 2024? Full-tower cases are the big and bold choice for PC builders who want plenty of space to work with. These cases are perfect for gamers, content ...

At CES 2025, I got a demo of a new Cooler Master PC case line, designed—in theory—for peak flexibility. (Plus: Who doesn't want a PC done up in slate and wood?) I have been a technology journalist for ...

Building a gaming PC can be one of the best ways to learn about how a computer works and possibly save yourself some money in the process. It gives you a fantastic foundation for future ...

Artsy limited editions, unusual open-frame designs, retro throwbacks, and bold new ideas made this a standout year for the PC DIY crowd at CES. I have been a technology journalist for 30-plus years ...

Most of us don't have the luxury of building a PC with an unlimited budget. It's almost always a question of optimizing the budget for raw performance rather than building a balanced PC. In this ...

Since I first saw the Corsair FRAME 4000D at CES 2025, I was eager to see what it would be like to build in this incredibly flexible case. A sharp-looking mid-tower, the FRAME 4000D checked all the ...

What if your next desktop PC wasn’t a bulky tower or an off-the-shelf laptop, but a palm-sized powerhouse you built yourself? The Raspberry Pi 5, already celebrated for its versatility, is now ...

What if you could experience breathtaking 4K gaming without spending thousands of dollars? For many, the idea of building a high-performance gaming PC on a tight budget seems impossible—a dream ...

There are many reasons you might want to build yourself a small form factor (SFF) PC. I built one because I wanted a home entertainment center of sorts -- those PCs are often referred to as HTPC, for ...