What Is Addressable RGB (ARGB)? Pros and Cons
This article explains “addressable RGB,” a lighting standard used for PC components. It also summarizes how it differs from RGB LEDs, along with the pros and cons.
How to Identify Intel NUC Models and Generations
This guide explains how to identify Intel NUC models and generations. Intel NUC model numbers are designed so that once the model number is known, details like the CPU generation and CPU type can be inferred—making it useful when choosing an Intel NUC.
Internal PC Storage Standards and Types: How to Check Compatibility and Choose the Right Drive
This article summarizes internal PC storage standards and types. It also explains how to check which internal storage options a PC supports, plus how to properly choose between HDDs and SSDs.
PC Memory Standards and Types: How to Check Compatibility and Choose the Right RAM
This guide breaks down confusing PC memory (RAM) standards and types in a beginner-friendly way, including how to check the memory standard/type for a specific PC, how to choose the right RAM, and how to avoid counterfeit memory scams.
Motherboard Standards, Types, Sizes, and Tiers: A Quick Guide
This article summarizes motherboard standards, types, sizes, and tiers. It also explains how to read Intel and AMD chipset names.
What’s the Difference Between a Desktop PC and a Gaming PC? Is Building Your Own Cheaper?
This article summarizes the differences between desktop PCs and gaming PCs, compares the cost-performance value versus building a custom PC, and highlights key points to consider when choosing one.
Intel CPU Generations Explained (How to Tell Which Generation Core i3/i5/i7/i9 Is)
Intel’s Core series changes significantly in performance and features from one “generation” to the next. This beginner-friendly guide clearly organizes the naming from 1st generation to the latest generation, common trends in supported sockets/chipsets, and how to identify a CPU’s generation from its model number.
Understand the Relationship Between PCs and Electricity Costs
Electricity costs from a PC usually aren’t top of mind. However, it’s an important point to check when buying a high-performance computer or when usage time increases due to remote work.
Learn About GPU (Graphics Card) Types and Power Consumption
This article summarizes GPU (graphics card) types, estimated power consumption, how to choose a power supply unit (PSU) for a custom PC build, and how to estimate electricity costs.
Gaming PC Storage: SSD or HDD? How Much Capacity Do You Need?
This article explains whether a gaming PC should use an SSD or if an HDD is still fine, and how much storage capacity is typically needed. It also summarizes how many game titles you can expect to fit at different capacity levels based on current game size trends.
What Is a GPU?
What is a “GPU” used in PC parts? This article summarizes what a GPU is, its key characteristics, common use cases, and how it differs from a CPU.