LoginI tested this new budget gaming laptop from MSI, and while the price is eye-catching, you’ll have to settle for sub-par performance
23 October 2025 at 15:41
The MSI Cyborg 15 comes with a tantalizing price tag – but is it good value?
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- I tested this new budget gaming laptop from MSI, and while the price is eye-catching, you’ll have to settle for sub-par performance
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- The new Asus ROG NUC might actually be the best compact gaming PC I've ever seen - and it's smaller than a PS5, too
The new Asus ROG NUC might actually be the best compact gaming PC I've ever seen - and it's smaller than a PS5, too
22 October 2025 at 16:56
The latest Asus ROG NUC is a miniature powerhouse, smaller than a modern home console but delivering fantastic performance - though it is fairly expensive.
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- Asus ROG Xbox Ally X doesn't fix Windows 11 on handhelds, but it's a step in the right direction
Asus ROG Xbox Ally X doesn't fix Windows 11 on handhelds, but it's a step in the right direction
15 October 2025 at 13:00
The Asus ROG Xbox Ally X isn’t the long-rumored handheld Xbox console people have been waiting for (despite the name), but it is a solid evolution of one of the best PC gaming handhelds.
MSI Stealth A16 AI+ review: thin, light, and hot
29 September 2025 at 15:27
The MSI Stealth A16 AI+ is a sleek gaming laptop that punches above its weight when it comes to performance - but this comes at a price.
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- I was surprised by just how well this thin and lightweight gaming laptop, the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025), performed – but you'll have to endure its sizzling temperatures
I was surprised by just how well this thin and lightweight gaming laptop, the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2025), performed – but you'll have to endure its sizzling temperatures
26 September 2025 at 13:28
The Asus Zephyrus G14 (2025) looks more like an everyday laptop than a chunky gaming machine – does this mean it performs like one?
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- After testing PC Specialist’s new Defiance model, I’m convinced it’s one of the best cheap gaming laptops around – so long as you remain plugged in
After testing PC Specialist’s new Defiance model, I’m convinced it’s one of the best cheap gaming laptops around – so long as you remain plugged in
9 September 2025 at 08:59
The PC Specialist Defiance II 16 offers a powerful spec at a low price point – but does it live up to expectations?
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- Acer Nitro V 15 review: performance is great for the price – as long as you can stand the heat
Acer Nitro V 15 review: performance is great for the price – as long as you can stand the heat
29 August 2025 at 02:24
The Acer Nitro V 15 Intel offers strong performance at a budget price – is there a catch?
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- I tested the Asus TUF Gaming A16 (2025) and it performs better than its price suggests – but there’s one big sacrifice you’ll have to make
I tested the Asus TUF Gaming A16 (2025) and it performs better than its price suggests – but there’s one big sacrifice you’ll have to make
29 August 2025 at 02:18
The Asus TUF Gaming A16 (2025) is a very well-priced machine considering the spec – but is it really worth your money?
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- I tried the new MSI Claw A8 at Gamescom 2025 and AMD’s Z2 Extreme chip was nothing but an extreme let down
I tried the new MSI Claw A8 at Gamescom 2025 and AMD’s Z2 Extreme chip was nothing but an extreme let down
23 August 2025 at 14:00
MSI Claw A8 Z2 Extreme hands-on preview: marred by AMD’s ‘new’ chip.
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- I test gaming PCs for a living, and I was more impressed by the build and performance of the NZXT Player PC (5070 Intel Edition) than I was expecting
I test gaming PCs for a living, and I was more impressed by the build and performance of the NZXT Player PC (5070 Intel Edition) than I was expecting
31 July 2025 at 20:18
The NZXT Player PC (5070 Intel Edition) is a fantastic gaming PC that is ideal for just about any gamer willing to pay the asking price.
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- I tested an outrageous Acer Predator laptop with Nvidia 5090 GPU, and I wish I could recommend it, but I just can’t at this price
I tested an outrageous Acer Predator laptop with Nvidia 5090 GPU, and I wish I could recommend it, but I just can’t at this price
31 July 2025 at 09:10
The Acer Predator Helios 18 AI is one of the most powerful gaming laptops around – but is it worth the gigantic asking price?
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- I've tested laptops for years, and the Alienware 16 Area-51 is easily one of the best gaming laptops ever made
I've tested laptops for years, and the Alienware 16 Area-51 is easily one of the best gaming laptops ever made
19 July 2025 at 16:00
The Alienware Area-51 16 is a stylish reboot of the iconic laptop brand that is easily one of the best laptops I've ever tested.
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- After a couple of weeks testing the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i, I found its performance and screen impressive, but its battery life? Not so much
After a couple of weeks testing the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i, I found its performance and screen impressive, but its battery life? Not so much
18 July 2025 at 04:33
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is a powerful gaming laptop that’s an ideal desktop replacement but has weak battery life and a high price tag.
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- Can a gaming laptop replace your PC? I put the MSI Titan 18 HX AI to the test for three weeks
Can a gaming laptop replace your PC? I put the MSI Titan 18 HX AI to the test for three weeks
16 July 2025 at 23:43
The MSI Titan 18 HX AI is as powerful as it is heavy. If you want top-tier performance with more portability than a tower PC, and you can accept the price tag, this is a fantastic choice.
Asus ROG Flow Z13 review: great on-the-go gaming, but at a cost
15 July 2025 at 14:02
The Asus ROG Flow Z13 is an excellent 2-in-1 gaming laptop/tablet, but there are a few flaws that prevent it from being perfect.
