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How We Test Desktop PCs

Desktop PCs were the first computer category PCMag, in its infancy, started out covering, and they're still one of the most important. (They're in our very name, after all.) And we've been testing ...
We benchmark this mini PC against several CPUs in our desktop test rig, and it's surprisingly powerful for its size.
Repurposing an old desktop PC for home lab or server use is not only noble, but it's extremely practical as well. The ...
Putting together a custom desktop with lots of lighting just got way simpler with Corsair's new PC DIY ecosystem. We knocked together a blinged-out desktop to see how it all hangs together. I have ...
The Framework Desktop DIY Edition is a thoughtfully engineered small-form-factor desktop PC that is both an entry point into enthusiast computing as well as a powerful AI desktop in its own right. The ...
A reliable desktop PC is a necessity for professionals and students alike. They’re not portable like laptops, but desktop computers provide stable performance that you can improve over time by ...
Framework’s main claim to fame is its commitment to modular, upgradeable, repairable laptops. The jury’s still out on early 2024’s Framework Laptop 16 and mid-2025’s Framework Laptop 12, neither of ...
The Dell Inspiron Desktop model 3880 (starts at $470.39; $509.59 as tested) is a modest general-purpose budget desktop that will blend into any home-office setup. You'll find few frills—see the simple ...
All-in-One PCs have gained a lot of popularity lately. They are slim, look good, have a decent screen, and come with their keyboard and mouse. So, the question arises, are they ready to replace our ...
A new report claims that Qualcomm, maker of the Snapdragon CPU range, could be testing its next-generation chip, and this time it looks as though the company is properly aiming to take on Intel and ...
One of the classic queries for tech buyers is, “Should I buy a laptop or a desktop?” It has been around even longer than the Android versus iPhone debate. But every now and then it’s worth checking ...
When you need more room for your digital stuff than an SSD can provide, the Seagate Expansion Desktop delivers up to 24TB of capacity at an affordable price point. It also delivers twice the sustained ...