PC building has entered its chaos era—and I’m here for the ride

AI demand and brutal upgrade prices have thrown PC building into chaos, but displays, Linux, and new hardware ideas are ...
Tom's Hardware on MSN

Intel tells PC makers to adopt 18A CPUs or lose their supply, report claims

Intel has redirected its constrained Intel 7 capacity toward server and industrial customers.

Intel tells PC makers to adopt 18A CPUs or lose their supply, report claims — Intel 7 supply dries up, pressuring notebook and PC manufacturers in the US, China, and Taiwan

Intel is pressuring notebook and PC manufacturers in the U.S., China, and Taiwan to build more systems around its 18A-based processors, accordin ...
PCMag on MSN

Buying or building a PC in the RAM crisis? Here's how to avoid paying the 'AI tax'

Building or buying a PC in 2026 just keeps getting more expensive, with memory and storage prices surging. I've been building ...
Digital Trends

Here’s everything you need to build a gaming PC in 2025

While building a PC may seem straightforward, the process involves a number of potential pitfalls that can catch even experienced users off guard. From selecting components that don’t fit together to ...
SlashGear

5 Cheap AMD And Intel Processors For Your Next Gaming PC Build

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Gaming can be a fun hobby, but it isn't necessarily a cheap one, especially if you're a PC gamer. Between modern GPUs with terrible ...

Why This Budget SFF Build is the Ultimate Console Killer

Learn how to build a budget-friendly SFF living room gaming PC capable of 1440p performance using a refurbished HP Z2 G5 and ...
SlashGear

Building Your Own PC? This Is The Component To Pick Out First

One of the most important things to check for before building a PC is compatibility across the various components that you will be including in the rig. A mismatch between any two crucial components ...