PC building sucks right now. At least, it does for anyone on a budget—even a reasonable one. This reality is documented in ...

Step-by-step assembly of a custom DIY gaming PC, showcasing essential components and process for building a personalized, high-performance computer from scratch. Pixabay, Lixxe Building a computer ...

Build a 2026 budget gaming PC for 1440p using an i5-12600K and Intel Arc A570 or A580, plus DDR4 savings for better value.

I've been building PCs for almost 20 years now. I started with a Core 2 Duo build, and my current rig has a Ryzen 7 5700X and an RTX 3080. I have enjoyed the ride, but it's time to get off. PC ...

Building a gaming PC build 2026 revolves around next-generation hardware capable of pushing 8K, 240Hz gaming with full path tracing. The combination of an RTX 6090 and the Zen 6 Ryzen 9 11950X3D ...

The holidays might be over, but it's still snowy season, and there's a lot to admire about this white gaming PC build which has a distinct Narnia twist. An ode to the famous Chronicles of Narnia ...

I love a themed gaming PC build, because nailing the brief can be tricky, but when it's done right, it can often look incredible. Thankfully, this The Last of Us build manages to hit the spot, turning ...

Building your own gaming PC is a rewarding experience and gives you far more control over the pieces and parts that wind up in your PC tower. Those without any familiarity of the internal workings of ...

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 ...

Ready to take the plunge on a new gaming PC but fancy building it yourself? You've come to the right place. There's nothing like the feeling of pressing the power button for the first time on your ...

Have you ever dreamed of diving into the world of PC gaming but felt held back by the daunting cost of building a high-performance rig? The good news is, you don’t need to spend thousands to enjoy ...

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 ...