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review TP-Link Deco X80-5G review: Mixing Wi-Fi 6 with a 5G modem!

TP-Link Deco X80-5G review: Mixing Wi-Fi 6 with a 5G modem!

When it first announced the Deco X80-5G in 2021, TP-Link received a Red Dot Design award for its unique combination of a 5G modem and a mesh Wi-Fi 6 router. If you look at its specifications, TP-Link Deco X80-5G is an innovative mesh router that can be useful in many situations. After seeing it launched in various markets, I wanted to test it and
review ASUS ProArt Z790-CREATOR WIFI review: For demanding content creators

ASUS ProArt Z790-CREATOR WIFI review: For demanding content creators

The options for building a new computer based on Intel 13 or 12 Gen Core processors are quite generous right now. Apart from motherboards that work with DDR4 memory, there are new models that support much faster DDR5 memory. One of the most interesting ones is the ASUS ProArt Z790-CREATOR WIFI, a motherboard with a Z790 chipset at its core, capable of delivering extreme
review Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB DDR5-7200 32GB C34 review

Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB DDR5-7200 32GB C34 review

The latest generations of both Intel and AMD desktop processors can take advantage of faster DDR5 memory. While the prices of such memory kits are still quite prohibitive, the performance you get from them is undeniable. And, sooner or later, as more options surface on the market, prices should gradually drop. During the last couple of weeks, I’ve had the chance to test one
review ASUS ROG Ryuo III 240 ARGB review: Efficient AIO liquid cooler!

ASUS ROG Ryuo III 240 ARGB review: Efficient AIO liquid cooler!

On October 21st, 2022, ASUS announced the launch of a new series of CPU liquid coolers, namely the ROG Ryuo III 360 and 240 ARGB AIO coolers. Both models are available in black and white editions, and both promise excellent performance in keeping the temperatures low for even the most demanding and powerful desktop processors today. I’ve had the chance to test the 240
review ViewSonic ColorPro VP2776 review: A professional monitor!

ViewSonic ColorPro VP2776 review: A professional monitor!

The choices available for professionals in terms of monitors these days are plenty. Every monitor manufacturer seems to go out of its way to make the best screen possible, with as many bundled features. ViewSonic is one of them, and one of the company’s most interesting professional monitors I’ve recently tested is the ViewSonic ColorPro VP2776. Using a 27” IPS display, this monitor promises
review AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT review: Grade A gaming!

AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT review: Grade A gaming!

AMD officially launched its new series of RDNA 3-based graphics cards: the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX and the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT. Both are advertised to deliver significant performance improvements compared to the previous Radeon RX 6000 series based on RDNA 2, and both appear to be excellent choices for even the most demanding gamers out there. During the last couple of
review Intel Core i9-13900K review: Leading the Raptor pack

Intel Core i9-13900K review: Leading the Raptor pack

After a few years of AMD dominance on the processor market, Intel managed to get back in the game with their 12th Gen Alder Lake CPUs. However, the real re-entry into the competition happened with the company’s current 13th generation of processors (aka Raptor Lake). The high(est)-end proposition from Intel is the Core i9-13900K, a processor with 16 cores and 32 execution threads that’s
review Synology WRX560 review: An excellent mesh Wi-Fi 6 router!

Synology WRX560 review: An excellent mesh Wi-Fi 6 router!

Mesh Wi-Fi systems have become a lot more popular in recent years. They are a very good choice when you want wireless coverage for larger living spaces or office areas, and most of them offer almost the same features as traditional routers do. This is also true for Synology WRX560, the latest mesh router from Synology. This model brings Wi-Fi 6 support and is
review ASUS Prime X670E-Pro WiFi review: Balanced and with excellent features

ASUS Prime X670E-Pro WiFi review: Balanced and with excellent features

While any path to building a desktop computer based on a brand new AMD Ryzen 7000 processor is expensive, some choices are better than others. For instance, ASUS has a motherboard based on the high-end X670E chipset, called ASUS Prime X670E-Pro WiFi, which could be classified as mid to high-end. As you’ll find out from this review, it looks beautiful, and it offers extended
review ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 review: Futureproof your Wi-Fi!

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 review: Futureproof your Wi-Fi!

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE11000 is a massive Wi-Fi6E router with an aggressive yet good-looking design that tries to attract people who want the best money can buy. It also packs some great hardware and an extensive list of features that cater to the needs of different audiences: gamers, knowledgeable users, small businesses, and families with children. If you want to see how well it
review AMD Ryzen 9 7900X review: Outstanding performance

AMD Ryzen 9 7900X review: Outstanding performance

The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X is what I’d call the second in command after the Ryzen 9 7950X processor from AMD’s Zen 4 lineup. Featuring similar frequencies but a lower count of cores and threads, the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X might be the best choice if you want a high-end desktop CPU but aren’t ready to go all the way to the top with
review ASUS TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi review: Mid-range power!

ASUS TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi review: Mid-range power!

Building a new desktop computer with one of AMD’s latest Ryzen 7000 processors is rather costly. However, there are some things you can do to keep the costs in check, like choosing a mid-range motherboard. If you’re a gamer, one of the options you’ll find in online and retail stores nowadays is the ASUS TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi motherboard. Although it’s based on an
review AMD Ryzen 5 7600X review: Great for gaming!

AMD Ryzen 5 7600X review: Great for gaming!

This fall, AMD launched a new generation of desktop processors based on their latest Zen 4 architecture. Right now, there are four CPUs in the lineup, the Ryzen 9 7950X and 7900X, the Ryzen 7 7700X, and the Ryzen 5 7600X. The latter is the most affordable but still offers six cores, twelve execution threads, and a boost clock that can reach an impressive
review ASUS ROG Flow X16 (2022) review: Gaming in a hybrid design

ASUS ROG Flow X16 (2022) review: Gaming in a hybrid design

ASUS ROG Flow X16 (2022) is a 2-in-1 gaming laptop with an industrial design and a large 16-inch touchscreen. You don’t see many models like it in the gaming market, and ASUS’s approach is rather innovative. Moreover, its hardware configuration tends to be on the high-performance side of things, which always appeals to the gamer in me. But how does the ASUS ROG Flow
review HUAWEI nova 10 review: Flashy mid-range with great cameras

HUAWEI nova 10 review: Flashy mid-range with great cameras

Despite the sanctions imposed on it, HUAWEI doesn’t surrender and continues to create and sell Android devices that can be attractive to users. The company invested a lot of effort into creating a new app ecosystem to challenge Google’s and Apple’s app stores. Furthermore, the Android smartphones it makes are some of the best in the world when it comes to cameras while also
review TP-Link Deco XE75 review: Simplicity meets Wi-Fi 6E!

TP-Link Deco XE75 review: Simplicity meets Wi-Fi 6E!

Wi-Fi 6E is slowly but steadily gaining ground, and today, we can choose between several routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems that provide support for it. While this standard is not yet available on affordable devices, you can find it on mid-range ones like TP-Link Deco XE75. It’s one of the first mesh Wi-Fi systems with Wi-Fi 6E, and it offers a unique mix between
review ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE16000 review: Say hi to Wi-Fi 6E!

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE16000 review: Say hi to Wi-Fi 6E!

ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE16000 is the world’s first quad-band Wi-Fi 6E router, and it’s one of the largest, heaviest, and most expensive routers I’ve tested. I was impressed by its hardware specifications before I received it, and after two weeks of testing it, I’m still impressed. If you’re curious to learn what ASUS ROG Rapture GT-AXE16000 offers and why I found it outstanding, read
review Motorola Edge 30 Fusion review: Elegant and well-balanced!

Motorola Edge 30 Fusion review: Elegant and well-balanced!

Not too long ago, Motorola launched a series of three new Android smartphones from their Edge 30 family: the Neo, the Fusion, and the Ultra. After reviewing the entry-level Edge 30 Neo, it was time to also look at their mid-ranger, Motorola Edge 30 Fusion. Promising to offer a beautiful body, a clean Android user experience, good cameras, and a powerful chipset, this smartphone
review G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo DDR5-6000 32GB review: Excellent for AMD Ryzen!

G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo DDR5-6000 32GB review: Excellent for AMD Ryzen!

Both AMD and Intel now have processors that can use DDR5 RAM. And a consequence is that more and more new DDR5 memory kits are available in stores worldwide. G.Skill is a renowned company in this niche, making some of the best RAM modules in the world. Recently, I’ve tested one of their newest memory kits, the G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo DDR5-6000 32GB, which