PC gaming has never quite been affordable, but you could always save money—and get a surprising amount of value and power—if you knew how to build your own desktop. That advice has held true through ...

DDR5 memory and SSD prices continue to soar, but I have some ideas for how to save if you're upgrading, building, or buying a new computer in 2026.

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 ...

Building a gaming PC on a tight budget doesn’t mean sacrificing performance. A small form factor (SFF) system offers a compact, cost-effective solution capable of handling modern games efficiently. By ...

What if you could build a gaming PC that delivers stunning 1440p performance without emptying your wallet? Imagine playing graphically demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 or Elden Ring at high ...

Building a gaming setup on a budget is easier today than ever before. With smart component choices, value-driven brands, and better overall hardware efficiency, even beginners can assemble a powerful ...

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 ...

This project gives a whole new meaning to DIY PC. We don’t know how capable you were as a teenager, but could you have designed your own Ryzen-based mini PC? Whilst making repairs to laptop internals, ...

Fancy a PC in a glass-sided case? Asus' Back to the Future (BTF) initiative one-ups MSI's Project Zero for cable-free PC builds by incorporating a special graphics card with no power wires. We give it ...

This gorgeous gaming PC build proves how far we've come since the beige boxes of old. Featuring a striking combination of white components against vivid pink water coolant, this build looks like it's ...

The AI hardware boom is sending memory prices sky-high, so knowing exactly how much you need is more critical than ever. I've worked out the most realistic RAM goals for every type of PC.

Billet Labs made a gorgeous and functional custom loop out of a cast-iron radiator. The full steampunk PC weighs over 200 ...