Who needs RGB? This gaming PC build doesn't, looking more like a steam engine than a typical gaming rig. I love the simplicity of its design, with most of the PC interior dominated by some ...

There’s something uniquely satisfying about building a SFF Mini-ITX PC gaming PC that’s not just powerful but also compact enough to fit on a small desk or shelf. But let’s be real—packing that much ...

What if you could pack the power of a high-performance gaming rig into a system no larger than a shoebox? In a world where gaming setups often dominate entire desks, the idea of a miniature powerhouse ...

I started building PCs in 1998. I actually joined Ars to post questions about Abit BH6 settings during the Celeron 300A era. Over time I slowly fell out of PC building and haven't opened a case since ...

I've been showcasing some truly incredible PC builds over the last few months, but my favorite are the builds that try something a little different. This absolutely stunning gaming PC build does just ...

Someone bring me a Dremel. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The Amstrad-ALT286 is a veritable relic that started to be ...

The smaller the PC, the bigger the problems. That's what I've long believed in my many years of building relatively functional computers. You have to consider tolerances, sizes, form factors, and ...

Mini PCs have become incredibly versatile in 2026. You can find ultra-compact desktops that handle everything from basic ...

Anyone looking for a powerful computer for gaming usually has chunky tower PCs or expensive gaming laptops in mind. Mini PCs, on the other hand, are less often considered, although these small ...

Let’s get one thing straight, I don’t have anything against consoles. I grew up with them, spent countless hours, and still think they’re great for a lot of people. But every time I consider buying a ...

The original Framework Laptop’s sales pitch was that it wanted to bring some of the modularity and repairability of the desktop PC ecosystem to a functional, thin, and light laptop. For nearly half a ...