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Video editing is a challenging workload for CPUs. Different parts of the process demand other classes of performance that are often difficult to combine. Rendering, for example, the process for actually encoding the video file into its final format, scales almost perfectly with the core count. At least to the highest number of cores available today. Scrubbing performance on the … [Read more...] about Best CPUs for Video Editing 2022

Computers need to be kept cool to run correctly. Most computers have two primary heat sources: the CPU and the GPU. While the GPU generally comes with fans, the CPU needs some help. To keep your CPU cool, you need some form of cooler. There are two primary choices, an air cooler, and an AIO. AIOs are effective but are complex. There’s more to fail; if it fails incorrectly, it … [Read more...] about Best Budget Air Cooler 2022

To have your computer run well, you must ensure it stays cool. While both Intel and AMD provide stock coolers with a decent portion of their respective CPU ranges, they’re not great. Suppose you live in an area prone to high ambient temperatures or are likely to regularly have a heavy load on your CPU. In that case, you may run into thermal throttling issues. This can happen … [Read more...] about Best Budget Liquid Cooler 2022

If you’re trying to build a budget computer or upgrade an old computer on the cheap, one of the single best purchases you can make is an SSD. SSDs offer significantly faster speeds than traditional HDDs and now come at reasonable prices. You’ll have to go for a relatively low capacity to keep the budget low. Still, a 500GB SSD is an excellent choice, with strong performers … [Read more...] about Best Budget SSDs 2022

At the core of every computer, you’ll have the CPU. It’s crucial to everything, with its performance capable of enabling or bottlenecking the performance of other hardware. If you’re looking at getting a budget computer, you’ll want a skilled but budget-friendly CPU. The exact CPU best for you depends on your use cases and budget. … [Read more...] about Best Budget CPU 2022

It’s a little challenging to advise using HDDs for anything other than large amounts of storage. Modern SSDs are significantly faster and now only cost about twice as much at 2TB capacities. Even if you’re on a shoestring budget, a 500 or even 250GB SSD is likely the better choice unless you need multiple terabytes of cheap storage. … [Read more...] about Best HDDs for Gaming 2022

All CPUs need cooling, and as much as liquid cooling is cool. It’s not for everyone. Pumps can fail, water can leak, and they tend to be expensive. Air coolers are the alternative. They come in all shapes and sizes and can cool anything at the high end. No matter what your need, an air cooler can work for you. The only thing you need to be aware of is clearance. … [Read more...] about Best Air Coolers for CPUs 2022

If you want the most performance from your gaming computer, you will like it to run nice and cool. To that end, you need a solid cooling system that isn’t solid at all. Liquid cooling offers better thermal performance than standard air cooling. These work by drawing the heat away from the CPU with the liquid. Then cooling the liquid with a radiator and fans. This design makes … [Read more...] about Best Watercooling for Gaming 2022

RAM is a critical part of your computer. It stores the data being used by the currently running processes so it can be provided to the CPU as soon as possible. Even PCIe gen 5 SSDs can’t supply data fast enough and with low enough latency to keep the CPU fed with data as quickly as it needs. … [Read more...] about Best Gaming RAM 2022

Having a VR headset is awesome, but unless you can play 24/7, you’ll also need a place to keep it safe. Particularly when it comes to the potential of light or sun damage to the lenses, a good carry case can keep you safe. There are lots of different cases out there, not all of which are up to the task of keeping your headset safe. Whether you’re travelling with your Quest 2 … [Read more...] about Best Oculus Quest 2 Carry Cases 2022

The Microsoft Surface product line has come quite far in the decade since its first entry. Windows 11 is a vast improvement over the stripped-down Windows RT of the original model. Of course, the specs and performance have also seen some significant improvements. The form factors available include that of the original kickstand tablet and the more traditional laptop format and … [Read more...] about Best Microsoft Surface Products 2022

With the COVID19 pandemic, remote working became the new normal for most office workers. This necessitated finding a way to work well from home. For many, this involved setting up a dedicated work area, a home office. While the arrangement may have been temporary at first, many people find that they can continue working remotely from home. If you’re using your home office in … [Read more...] about Best High-Spec Tech Gadgets for the Home Office 2022

Since time immemorial people have looked up at the night sky, gazed at the stars, and wondered at its beauty. With the invention of the telescope, it became possible to peer closer at the stars. With telescopes, we discovered nebulae, galaxies, and planets. We learned about the universe and our solar system. To be able to share the wonders of the night sky with others, … [Read more...] about Best Smart Telescopes 2022

You probably like getting your cat things if you’re’ a cat person. There are plenty of cute toys, scratching posts, and beds to get. It might seem like the only tech gadgets available for cats are laser pointers. However, these are certainly fun, they’re not your feline friend’s only tech gadget. … [Read more...] about Best Tech Gadgets for Your Cat 2022

Throughout the year you want your home to stay at a comfortable temperature. Whether this is nice and cool during the height of summer, or comfortably toasty during the long winter nights, a smart thermostat can help keep your home at the right temperature and save you money. Smart thermostats can not only allow you to adjust the temperature with your voice, but some can … [Read more...] about Best Smart Thermostats 2022

The default Oculus Quest 2 head strap does its job of keeping the headset on your head well enough – but it’s not the best. Lots of users complain that the headset slides, that the head strap is uncomfortable, and so on. Thankfully, it’s easy enough to modify or replace the strap the headset ships with. There are lots of options online, some offer extra features such as an … [Read more...] about The Best Oculus Quest 2 Head Straps 2022

A good cup of coffee is central to the start of many people’s days. It can also be a welcome pick-me-up part way through a long workday. No matter how much coffee you have a day, or how often you have it, convenience is an important factor. Having to wait for your coffee is the worst part, but smart technology can help. With the addition of technology to the coffee maker you … [Read more...] about Best Smart Coffee Makers 2022

One of the oldest dreams of humanity has been flight. Thanks to modern technology, we can almost take the ability to fly for granted. But there’s something special about being in control rather than just a passenger. If you don’t want to spend the time and money on proper flying lessons, then the next best thing is a remote-controlled option. While a drone or … [Read more...] about Best Mid-Market RC Helicopters 2022