Recent Articles by Thomas Soderstrom
BIOS Basics: How to Configure Your PC's Firmware for First Use
Just built out a new desktop PC, or upgraded some key components? Getting to know these four key UEFI BIOS features will help you make sure everything's running up to snuff.
1/13/2022 By Thomas Soderstrom
DDR5 vs. DDR4: How Much Performance Will You Gain From Today's Newest RAM?
We pitted some fresh DDR5 memory against tried-and-true DDR4 to see what this new kind of RAM will net you on Intel's 12th Generation "Alder Lake" platforms.
11/30/2021 By Thomas Soderstrom
What Is DDR5? Everything You Need to Know About the Latest PC Memory Standard
With the launch of Intel's newest desktop CPUs comes the future of PC memory: DDR5 RAM. Here's how to decide if you need it now.
How to Choose the Best PC Power Supply
Whether you're upgrading your desktop PC or building one out from scratch, here's what you need to know about finding the right PSU, including standards, form factors, and cabling.
How to Choose the Right Desktop PC Chipset in 2021
AMD's and Intel's motherboard chipsets are among the least understood—but most crucial—bits of silicon if you're shopping for, upgrading, or building a PC. Here's everything you need to know, along with the top motherboards we've tested.