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  12. <title>Best Windows Hello webcams 2024: Add biometric login to your PC</title>
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  21. <p>The best Windows Hello webcams add something your PC may lack: a quick, secure way to log in to your PC using just your face.</p>
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  25. <p>Why buy a Windows Hello webcam? Most laptops now include a webcam of some form or another, some with Windows Hello built in. Desktops don&rsquo;t, however. If you share an apartment with someone else (or just want to avoid typing in your password), Microsoft&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2953512/hands-on-with-windows-10s-windows-hello-it-just-works.html">biometric Windows Hello system</a> uses a depth camera plus facial-recognition technology to log you in to Windows 10 or Windows 11 in a split second. And there&rsquo;s more: <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2321243/im-ditching-my-passwords-and-you-should-too.html">passkeys are hot</a>, and they use Windows Hello as well.</p>
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  29. <p>Below, I&rsquo;ve listed several Windows Hello webcams that I recommend. I start with 4K Windows Hello webcams first, if only because I really think that your appearance makes a difference in a video call. But the budget (and clearly the most popular) picks all use 1080p resolution instead. Want more information? I&rsquo;ve included a buying guide and a FAQ after the best Windows Hello webcam picks. You can also review PCWorld&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/393756/1080p-webcam-buying-guide.html">1080p and 4K webcam buyer&rsquo;s guide</a> for recommendations on webcams without Windows Hello support.</p>
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  33. <p><strong>Why you should trust me:</strong> I&rsquo;ve been a technology reporter and writer for 30 years, with 10 years covering consumer technology for PCWorld alone. I&rsquo;ve written about Windows Hello and supported webcams since <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/422745/hands-on-with-windows-10s-windows-hello-it-just-works.html">Windows Hello launched in 2015</a>, and have authored a separate roundup of <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/393756/1080p-4k-webcam-buying-guide.html">recommendations for the best webcams</a> based upon hands-on testing. I&rsquo;ve taken this knowledge and applied it to the best picks for Windows Hello webcams, below.</p>
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  37. <p><strong><em>Updated May 2, 2024:</em></strong> <em>Updated to add more detail about passkeys and why they matter in the FAQ at the bottom of this article.</em></p>
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  123. 4K resolution </li>
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  134. High MSRP, but can be found for less &mdash; especially right now </li>
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  156. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5UOYC4?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Logitech Brio 4K Ultra HD Webcam" data-vars-product-id="389596" data-vars-category="Webcams" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10006" data-vars-manufacturer="Logitech" data-vars-vendor="amazon,sku,mpn," data-vars-po="amazon,sku,mpn" data-product="389596" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5UOYC4?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$124.99 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://adorama.rfvk.net/c/321564/1175784/1036?prodsku=LOGBRIO&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adorama.com%2Flogbrio.html&amp;intsrc=CATF_9102&amp;subid1=2-1-394379-6-389596-10006" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Logitech Brio 4K Ultra HD Webcam" data-vars-product-id="389596" data-vars-category="Webcams" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10006" data-vars-manufacturer="Logitech" data-vars-vendor="amazon,sku,mpn," data-vars-po="amazon,sku,mpn" data-product="389596" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://adorama.rfvk.net/c/321564/1175784/1036?prodsku=LOGBRIO&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adorama.com%2Flogbrio.html&amp;intsrc=CATF_9102" rel="nofollow">$199.99 at  Adorama</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1362093-REG/logitech_960_001105_brio_webcam_90.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x846680/SID/pocketlint-squirrel?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Logitech Brio 4K Ultra HD Webcam" data-vars-product-id="389596" data-vars-category="Webcams" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10006" data-vars-manufacturer="Logitech" data-vars-vendor="amazon,sku,mpn," data-vars-po="amazon,sku,mpn" data-product="389596" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1362093-REG/logitech_960_001105_brio_webcam_90.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x846680/SID/pocketlint-squirrel" rel="nofollow">$199.99 at  B&amp;H</a> </span>
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  162. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-logitech-brio-4k-ultra-hd-webcam">Why I like the Logitech Brio 4K Ultra HD Webcam</h3>
  163.  
  164. <p>Logitech has a well-founded reputation for quality, and if you don&rsquo;t believe our review below, then listen to 17,000 Amazon customers who have awarded it nearly five out of five stars. Interestingly, Logitech focuses on the webcam aspect first &mdash; the camera captures great images <em>and</em> great audio&hellip;and then offers Windows Hello capabilities on top of that.</p>
  165.  
  166. <p>The autofocusing Logitech Brio 4K supports various resolutions and frame rates, including 4K Ultra HD at 30fps, 1080p at 30- or 60fps, and 720p (HD) at 30- or 60fps. According to our review, Logitech&rsquo;s RightLight 3 technology snaps photos and video in a range of lighting conditions. It can adjust the field of view from between 90 degrees to 78 degrees or 65 degrees. You will need to download the Logitech app for fine-grained control options, however. </p>
  167.  
  168. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-logitech-brio-4k-ultra-hd-webcam">Who should buy the Logitech Brio 4K Ultra HD Webcam</h3>
  169.  
  170. <p>Anyone who doesn&rsquo;t like entering a password or PIN but wants to look great. This webcam does it all, and it even has a three-year <a href="https://logitech.cfzu.net/c/321564/499820/8585?subId1=2-1-394379-1-0-0&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.logitech.com%2Fen-us%2Ftos%2Flimited-hardware-warranty.html" rel="nofollow">limited hardware warranty</a> to back it up. This is a product you should be happy with.</p>
  171. </div>
  172. Read our full
  173. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/406618/logitech-brio-4k-pro-review-a-superb-webcam-ready-for-a-ultra-high-resolution-world.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  174. Logitech Brio 4K Ultra HD Webcam review </a>
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  225. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  226. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  227. <li>
  228. 4K resolution </li>
  229. <li>
  230. Autofocus </li>
  231. <li>
  232. AI framing </li>
  233. </ul>
  234. </div>
  235. <div class="product-chart-column">
  236. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  237. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  238. <li>
  239. You'll have to supply your own mic </li>
  240. </ul>
  241. </div>
  242. </div>
  243. </div>
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  248. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  249.  
  250. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  251. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  252. $199.99 </span>
  253. </div>
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  261. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-8200811-12839518?url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-ultrasharp-4k-webcam-wb7022/apd/319-bbhp/pc-accessories&amp;sid=2-1-394379-6-630137-11245" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Dell UltraSharp 4K Webcam (WB7022)" data-vars-product-id="630137" data-vars-category="Webcams" data-vars-manufacturer-id="11245" data-vars-manufacturer="Dell" data-vars-vendor="mpn,Dell" data-vars-po="mpn" data-product="630137" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-ultrasharp-4k-webcam-wb7022/apd/319-bbhp/pc-accessories" rel="nofollow">$199.99 at  Dell</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-8200811-12839518?url=https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-8200811-13502820?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dell.com%2Fen-us%2Fshop%2Fdell-ultrasharp-webcam-wb7022-4k-uhd%2Fapd%2F319-bbhp%2Fpc-accessories%3Ftfcid%3D33163968%26&amp;sid=2-1-394379-6-630137-11245" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Dell UltraSharp 4K Webcam (WB7022)" data-vars-product-id="630137" data-vars-category="Webcams" data-vars-manufacturer-id="11245" data-vars-manufacturer="Dell" data-vars-vendor="mpn,Dell" data-vars-po="mpn" data-product="630137" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-8200811-13502820?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dell.com%2Fen-us%2Fshop%2Fdell-ultrasharp-webcam-wb7022-4k-uhd%2Fapd%2F319-bbhp%2Fpc-accessories%3Ftfcid%3D33163968%26" rel="nofollow">$199.99 at  Dell Home</a> </span>
  262. </span>
  263. </div>
  264. </div>
  265. <div class="product-content">
  267. <h2 class="" id="why-i-like-the-dell-ultrasharp-4k-webcam-wb7022">Why I like the Dell UltraSharp 4K Webcam (WB7022)</h2>
  268.  
  269. <p>Dell&rsquo;s UltraSharp WB7022&nbsp;webcam is similar to the Logitech Brio 4K, our best pick, but goes a bit further in terms of image quality and especially framing. Dell was one of the first out of the gate to use advanced features like automatic panning and zooming to keep you in frame if you shift in your seat. Likewise, this autofocus camera provides digital zoom and automatic HDR, cropping in and out from 90 to 78 degrees and even down to 65 degrees. The result is a webcam that is really designed make you look your best, more so than the other webcams listed in this roundup.</p>
  270.  
  271. <p>Dell applies HDR, temporal, and spatial noise reduction to help you look your best. There&rsquo;s no mic, unfortunately, so you&rsquo;ll have to use your laptop mic for that. There&rsquo;s also a magnetic shutter which attaches to the front of the webcam. </p>
  272.  
  273. <h2 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-dell-ultrasharp-4k-webcam-wb7022">Who should buy the Dell UltraSharp 4K Webcam (WB7022)</h2>
  274.  
  275. <p>In some ways, this is a step down from the Logitech Brio 4K, in that it lacks a mic. But you&rsquo;ll look better, too. If you want to look your very best <em>and</em> get Windows Hello capability, this should be the webcam for you.</p>
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  281. <h2 data-p_name="NexiGo HelloCam Pro" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="nexigo-hellocam-pro-best-budget-windows-hello-webcam">
  282. NexiGo HelloCam Pro &ndash; Best budget Windows Hello webcam </h2>
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  317. <div class="product-chart-body">
  318. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  320. <div class="product-chart-column">
  321. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  322. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  323. <li>
  324. Solid value for the price </li>
  325. <li>
  326. 1080p </li>
  327. <li>
  328. Autofocus, 60fps </li>
  329. </ul>
  330. </div>
  331. <div class="product-chart-column">
  332. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  333. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  334. <li>
  335. Utility software needs to be installed </li>
  336. </ul>
  337. </div>
  338. </div>
  339. </div>
  340. </div>
  342. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  343. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  344. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  345.  
  346. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  347. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  348. $79.99 </span>
  349. </div>
  351. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
  352. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  353. Best Prices Today:
  354. </span>
  355. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--links-wrapper">
  356. <span class="not-amp">
  357. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSSLQMPM?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="NexiGo HelloCam Pro" data-vars-product-id="2250959" data-vars-category="Webcams" data-vars-manufacturer-id="19061" data-vars-manufacturer="NexiGo" data-vars-vendor="amazon,NexiGo" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2250959" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSSLQMPM?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$79.99 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.nexigo.com/products/nexigo-hellocam-pro-facial-recognition-webcam&amp;xcust=2-1-394379-6-2250959-19061&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="NexiGo HelloCam Pro" data-vars-product-id="2250959" data-vars-category="Webcams" data-vars-manufacturer-id="19061" data-vars-manufacturer="NexiGo" data-vars-vendor="amazon,NexiGo" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2250959" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.nexigo.com/products/nexigo-hellocam-pro-facial-recognition-webcam" rel="nofollow">$79.99 at  NexiGo</a> </span>
  358. </span>
  359. </div>
  360. </div>
  361. <div class="product-content">
  363. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-nexigo-hellocam-pro">Why I like the NexiGo HelloCam Pro</h3>
  364.  
  365. <p>There&rsquo;s a tremendous value here: Most 1080p webcams cost about $50 to $70 or so, and this webcam adds Windows Hello capability on top of that.</p>
  366.  
  367. <p>Otherwise, the NexiGo HelloCam Pro is a good 1080p/30fps autofocus webcam, whose other signature feature is an iris-like physical webcam shutter. (Our previous pick, the slightly cheaper $69 <a href="https://www.amazon.com/NexiGo-Automatic-Electronic-Microphone-Enhancement/dp/B0BJDVKJB9/?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">NexiGo HelloCam</a>, lacked autofocus.) Once the webcam is in use, the iris opens; if turned off or disconnected, the shutter closes. The images this webcam produces are good, and the noise-cancelling mics are too. Again, the value here is that this a good all-around webcam, at a terrific price.</p>
  368.  
  369. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-nexigo-hellocam-pro">Who should buy the NexiGo HelloCam Pro</h3>
  370.  
  371. <p>Budget buyers and mainstream users looking to improve upon their laptop&rsquo;s 720p webcam, and who also want the added security of Windows Hello biometric security. If price matters, you can&rsquo;t beat this webcam.</p>
  372. </div>
  373. </div>
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  378. Lenovo 510 FHD Webcam &ndash; Best budget Windows Hello webcam runner-up </h2>
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  413. <div class="product-chart-body">
  414. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  416. <div class="product-chart-column">
  417. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  418. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  419. <li>
  420. Very inexpensive </li>
  421. <li>
  422. Privacy shutter, though a manual one </li>
  423. <li>
  424. 1080p, fixed-focus </li>
  425. </ul>
  426. </div>
  427. <div class="product-chart-column">
  428. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  429. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  430. <li>
  431. Wide-angle lens might be too much for some </li>
  432. </ul>
  433. </div>
  434. </div>
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  436. </div>
  438. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  439. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  440. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  441.  
  442. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  443. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  444. 69.99 </span>
  445. </div>
  447. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
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  449. Best Prices Today:
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  451. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--links-wrapper">
  452. <span class="not-amp">
  453. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/321564/565706/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;subid1=2-1-394379-6-2250972-11281&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FLenovo-510-FHD-Webcam%2F378029635" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Lenovo 510 FHD Webcam" data-vars-product-id="2250972" data-vars-category="Webcams" data-vars-manufacturer-id="11281" data-vars-manufacturer="Lenovo" data-vars-vendor="amazon,mpn,sku,ean,upc," data-vars-po="amazon,mpn,sku,ean,upc" data-product="2250972" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Lenovo-510-FHD-Webcam/378029635" rel="nofollow">$44.79 at  Walmart</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S2B2QX2?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Lenovo 510 FHD Webcam" data-vars-product-id="2250972" data-vars-category="Webcams" data-vars-manufacturer-id="11281" data-vars-manufacturer="Lenovo" data-vars-vendor="amazon,mpn,sku,ean,upc," data-vars-po="amazon,mpn,sku,ean,upc" data-product="2250972" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S2B2QX2?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$59.99 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flenovo.vzew.net%2Fc%2F321564%2F797408%2F3808%3Fprodsku%3DGXC1D66063%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.lenovo.com%252Fus%252Fen%252Fp%252Faccessories-and-software%252Fwebcams-and-video%252Fwebcams-and-video_webcams%252Fgxc1d66063%26intsrc%3DCATF_5733&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-394379-6-2250972-11281" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Lenovo 510 FHD Webcam" data-vars-product-id="2250972" data-vars-category="Webcams" data-vars-manufacturer-id="11281" data-vars-manufacturer="Lenovo" data-vars-vendor="amazon,mpn,sku,ean,upc," data-vars-po="amazon,mpn,sku,ean,upc" data-product="2250972" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://lenovo.vzew.net/c/321564/797408/3808?prodsku=GXC1D66063&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lenovo.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fp%2Faccessories-and-software%2Fwebcams-and-video%2Fwebcams-and-video_webcams%2Fgxc1d66063&amp;intsrc=CATF_5733" rel="nofollow">$59.99 at  Lenovo</a> </span>
  454. </span>
  455. </div>
  456. </div>
  457. <div class="product-content">
  459. <h2 class="" id="why-i-like-the-lenovo-510-fhd-webcam">Why I like the Lenovo 510 FHD Webcam</h2>
  460.  
  461. <p>Lenovo&rsquo;s 510 FHD (1080p) webcam balances a known name with a fairly reasonable price and some decent features. It&rsquo;s the &ldquo;true&rdquo; budget pick compared to the NexiCam HelloCam Pro, which at press time was $20 more. Here, you&rsquo;ll need to slide the privacy shutter closed yourself, and you won&rsquo;t find conveniences like automatic zooming and framing. The field of view is also 95 degrees, which is a bit more than we&rsquo;d like. The pair of dual noise-cancelling mics seem to work well, however.</p>
  462.  
  463. <h2 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-lenovo-510-fhd-webcam">Who should buy the Lenovo 510 FHD Webcam</h2>
  464.  
  465. <p>Treat this as a basic Windows Hello webcam, though from a reputable name. (It has a one-year warranty from Lenovo.) If you just want Windows Hello capability, this is the cheapest way to do it. Honestly, if you already have a webcam you&rsquo;re happy with, you can still buy the Lenovo 510, use it to log in, but use another webcam for Teams and Zoom calls. It sounds silly, but the price makes this a practical option.</p>
  466. </div>
  467. </div>
  468. </div>
  469.  
  471.  
  472.  
  473.  
  474.  
  475.  
  476.  
  477. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-to-look-for-in-a-windows-hello-webcam">What to look for in a Windows Hello webcam</h2>
  478.  
  479.  
  480.  
  481. <p><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/422745/hands-on-with-windows-10s-windows-hello-it-just-works.html">Windows Hello dates back to 2015</a>, and the introduction of Windows 10 running on Microsoft&rsquo;s Surface hardware. It replaces the need to type your password to log in every time you sit down at your desk, providing a speedy yet secure compromise to secure your PC.</p>
  482.  
  483.  
  484.  
  485. <p>Typically, Windows Hello is associated with depth-camera technology, which recognizes the various contours of your face, identifying you and only you.  (A normal webcam doesn&rsquo;t understand that it&rsquo;s looking at a 3D image.) The image is then compared with a reference image which is stored during setup. The process itself is fast: It takes just a second or two for a Windows Hello webcam to recognize you, verify your identity to the PC it&rsquo;s connected to via a USB cable, and log you in. Windows Hello can also read your fingerprint with a separate Windows Hello fingerprint reader, but these webcams are all you need.</p>
  486.  
  487.  
  488.  
  489. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="1080p">1080p </h3>
  490.  
  491.  
  492.  
  493. <p>The resolution of the webcam matters. Most laptops still ship with 720p webcams, and a higher-resolution webcam will make you look better than your colleagues.</p>
  494.  
  495.  
  496.  
  497. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="fixed-focus-versus-autofocus">Fixed-focus versus autofocus </h3>
  498.  
  499.  
  500.  
  501. <p>A worthwhile but not critical feature, autofocus will keep you in focus if you move back and forth, walk around the room, or so on. Fixed-focus webcams usually work just fine for normal use.</p>
  502.  
  503.  
  504.  
  505. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="auto-exposure">Auto-exposure </h3>
  506.  
  507.  
  508.  
  509. <p>Most webcams will adjust their exposure for the available lighting, but superior webcams will do so in a way that makes you look well-lit and not a webcam zombie.</p>
  510.  
  511.  
  512.  
  513. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="noise-cancellation">Noise cancellation </h3>
  514.  
  515.  
  516.  
  517. <p>Running a fan in the background? Are the neighbors mowing their lawn or blowing their leaves away? A good noise-cancelling webcam with a mic will filter out these background noises.</p>
  518.  
  519.  
  520.  
  521. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-block faq-block"><h2 class="faq-block-title" id="faq"> FAQ </h2><hr class="block-horizotal-divider">
  522. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">1.</span>
  523. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-do-i-need-to-use-a-windows-hello-webcam">What do I need to use a Windows Hello webcam?</h3>
  524.  
  525.  
  526.  
  527. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  528. <p>The webcam, a USB cable to connect it to your PC, and a desktop or laptop with Windows 10 or Windows 11 are all you need. We&rsquo;ve never seen a webcam that uses a proprietary USB cable, but you can always spend a few dollars and buy a longer one if for some reason if it&rsquo;s too short.</p>
  529.  
  530.  
  531.  
  532. <p>You may need to download proprietary software from the webcam to enable more advanced features. Basic Windows Hello functionality should be plug and play, however. </p>
  533. </div>
  534. </div></div>
  535.  
  536.  
  537.  
  538. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">2.</span>
  539. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-do-i-set-up-a-windows-hello-webcam">How do I set up a Windows Hello webcam?</h3>
  540.  
  541.  
  542.  
  543. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  544. <p>After buying a webcam, make sure you have a Windows 10 or Windows 11 PC. Connect the webcam to the PC via the USB cable and that should be all you need for basic webcam functionality. (Some webcams require you to install their utility software for Windows Hello to function, however.) In the Windows 10 or Windows 11 Settings menu, search for &ldquo;Set up face sign-in.&rdquo;  Then click the &ldquo;Facial recognition (Windows Hello)&rdquo; menu. You&rsquo;ll first need to add a PIN code as a backup &mdash; don&rsquo;t pick something too obvious.</p>
  545.  
  546.  
  547.  
  548. <p>Setting up Windows Hello simply requires your PC to &ldquo;look&rdquo; at you for several moments, recording your face.</p>
  549.  
  550.  
  551.  
  552. <p>From then on, just be sure that your PC is using your webcam (though it should by default). Windows Hello setup requires simply looking at the screen while the webcam looks at you and records your image.</p>
  553. </div>
  554. </div></div>
  555.  
  556.  
  557.  
  558. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">3.</span>
  559. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="is-a-windows-hello-webcam-secure">Is a Windows Hello webcam secure?</h3>
  560.  
  561.  
  562.  
  563. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  564. <p>In general, yes. You shouldn&rsquo;t have to worry about a rebellious teen holding up a photo they snapped of your face and logging in. Just be sure to secure your PC by logging out or setting a timeout function if you get up from your PC and walk away. You can also manually lock your PC by using the <strong>Win+L</strong> shortcut.</p>
  565. </div>
  566. </div></div>
  567.  
  568.  
  569.  
  570. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">4.</span>
  571. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-happens-if-my-windows-hello-webcam-doesnt-recognize-me">What happens if my Windows Hello webcam doesn&rsquo;t recognize me?</h3>
  572.  
  573.  
  574.  
  575. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  576. <p>That can happen, over time. A beard (or lack of one), new glasses, a big hat, or something else that obscures your face can interfere with Windows Hello. You can always go to (on Windows 11) <em>Settings&gt; Accounts &gt; Sign-in options</em> and &ldquo;improve recognition&rdquo; &mdash; the phrase Windows uses for updating what you look like to your PC. Remember to back up Windows Hello with a PIN, like you use at your bank. (Just don&rsquo;t use an obvious PIN like &ldquo;1234&rdquo;, as that could be an easy way to break into your PC.)</p>
  577. </div>
  578. </div></div>
  579.  
  580.  
  581.  
  582. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">5.</span>
  583. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-do-passkeys-work-with-windows-hello">How do passkeys work with Windows Hello?</h3>
  584.  
  585.  
  586.  
  587. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  588. <p><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2084107/passkeys-are-debuting-in-windows-11-and-i-want-more.html">Passkeys debuted in the fall of 2023 with Windows 11 22H2</a>. Think of passkeys as a simple way to eliminate passwords on websites that support them. Technically, a passkey can use a password, PIN, or biometric identification to prove your identity to the website. In reality, though, who isn&rsquo;t going to use Windows Hello?</p>
  589.  
  590.  
  591.  
  592. <p><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2084107/passkeys-are-debuting-in-windows-11-and-i-want-more.html">Here&rsquo;s how to use passkeys.</a> A website or service will need to support them, but more do. <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2321809/microsoft-boosts-passkeys-boots-passwords-on-consumer-accounts.html">Passkeys finally work with all Microsoft consumer accounts</a>, too. Instead of trying to remember a PIN or a password, all you&rsquo;ll need to do is look into the Windows Hello camera when asked. If for some reason the authentication fails, you&rsquo;ll be asked for your Windows Hello PIN (assuming you set one up) as a backup.</p>
  593. </div>
  594. </div></div>
  595. </div>
  596.  
  597.  
  598.  
  599. <p></p>
  600.  
  601.  
  602.  
  603. <p></p>
  604.  
  605. <category>Webcams</category></body></div>
  606. ]]></description>
  607. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/394379/windows-hello-webcams-you-can-buy-right-now.html</link>
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  609. <item>
  610. <title>Apple claims its M4 chip’s AI will obliterate PCs. Nah, not really</title>
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  612. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 17:29:50 +0000</pubDate>
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  616.  
  617.  
  618.  
  619. <p>Apple unveiled its latest Arm chip, the Apple M4, claiming that it will offer more AI performance than any AI PC on the market today. And that&rsquo;s true &mdash; at least for a month or so. </p>
  620.  
  621.  
  622.  
  623. <p>Weirdly, Apple launched the new M4 chip inside the <a href="https://www.macworld.com/article/2324814/11-13-inch-ipad-pro-m4-neural-engine-design-landscape-camera.html">Apple iPad Pro</a>, which will cost anywhere from $999 to a whopping $1,499. We assume that it will appear in an even more expensive Mac a bit later.</p>
  624.  
  625.  
  626.  
  627. <p><a href="https://www.macworld.com/article/2325929/apple-silicon-m4-processor-ipad-pro-performance-graphics-neural-engine.html">Macworld has a deep dive on the new Apple M4</a>, which includes four performance cores, six efficiency cores and a 10-core GPU. (The GPU is the same as the existing M3.) In addition, there&rsquo;s a new Neural Engine, the Apple NPU which executives say delivers 38 trillion operations per second (TOPS) from 16 cores.</p>
  628.  
  629.  
  630.  
  631. <p>As you may be aware, AI is hot right now. And chip manufacturers have been feverishly measuring their AI TOPS performance compared to one another. Tim Millet, Apple vice president of platform architecture, claimed Tuesday that the M4 is &ldquo;more powerful than any neural processing unit in any PC today.&rdquo;</p>
  632.  
  633.  
  634.  
  635. <p>And that&rsquo;s true. For right now.</p>
  636.  
  637.  
  638.  
  639. <p>Unfortunately, Qualcomm executives are already on record claiming that their <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2112907/qualcomm-snapdragon-x-elite-chips-promise-major-pc-performance.html">Snapdragon X Elite&rsquo;s NPU delivers 45 TOPS</a>. And while PCs with the Snapdragon X Elite inside them have yet to ship, they&rsquo;re expected to be announced in as little as two weeks, in a launch event on May 20. There, Microsoft is expected to show off the Microsoft Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6 with Snapdragon X Elite chips inside them. Asus, meanwhile, has essentially <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://press.asus.com/news/next-level-ai-incredible-launch-event/&amp;xcust=2-1-2326415-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">confirmed</a> that its own &ldquo;AI PC,&rdquo; most likely with a Snapdragon X Elite chip inside, will be announced on the same day.</p>
  640.  
  641.  
  642.  
  643. <p>Microsoft&rsquo;s new Surfaces aren&rsquo;t expected to ship until later in June, and it&rsquo;s unknown when the new Asus PCs will reach store shelves. But Apple&rsquo;s lead, if it has one, won&rsquo;t last long. Of course, AMD and Intel have next-generation hardware waiting in the wings, with Intel promising up to <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2195582/intels-2024-isnt-over-arrow-lake-lunar-lake-are-next-up.html">three times the AI performance in its Lunar Lake chip</a> that will debut before the end of the year. (To be fair, three times the current Intel Core Ultra &ldquo;Meteor Lake&rdquo; NPU TOPS, 11 TOPS, would be 33 TOPS.)</p>
  644.  
  645.  
  646.  
  647. <p>Millet also claimed that the 3nm M4 delivers &ldquo;the same performance but at a quarter of the power&rdquo; as a leading chip in a thin-and-light laptop. That&rsquo;s so vague as to be meaningless. But it wouldn&rsquo;t be an Apple launch without a tasty helping of FUD, would it?</p>
  648.  
  649. <category>CPUs and Processors, Laptops</category></body></div>
  650. ]]></description>
  651. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2326415/apple-claims-its-ai-will-obliterate-pcs-nah-not-really.html</link>
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  654. <title>Corsair’s new One i500 desktop is tiny, pricey, and gorgeous</title>
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  656. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 16:49:28 +0000</pubDate>
  657. <description><![CDATA[
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  660.  
  661.  
  662.  
  663. <p>It&rsquo;s been seven years since Corsair introduced its first pre-built gaming PC, <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/406139/corsair-one-review-small-fast-and-damned-quiet.html">the teeny-tiny One</a> with a striking columnar design. While more conventional gaming desktops followed, the company is back with a new One, christened the i500. It&rsquo;s packing a bunch of new features and the latest components, and also it has some wood on it.  </p>
  664.  
  665.  
  666.  
  667. <p>While it&rsquo;s still tiny, the One i500 is markedly larger than the original design, stepping up from a Mini ITX motherboard base to a Micro ATX. (Yes, micro is bigger than mini in this context, don&rsquo;t look for consistency in PC part names.) Methinks the redesigned chassis is there to accommodate today&rsquo;s far larger GPUs. You can still see design elements from the original shine through, with big, in-your-face vents at the top and bottom. The 21.7-liter case is 39.1 centimeters tall, 30cm deep, and 18.5cm wide (or 15.39 x 11.8 x 7.28 inches). </p>
  668.  
  669.  
  670.  
  671. <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper">
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  673. </div></figure>
  674.  
  675.  
  676.  
  677. <p>The front panel is now adorned with two wood accents in either dark or light options, matching gray or white side panels, respectively. In addition to the addressable color logo and two lighting strips, you get two USB 3.1 gen 1 and a 3.2 Gen 2 Type C port. The rear motherboard I/O panel features seven total USB-A ports and another Type-C, plus integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth antennas. </p>
  678.  
  679.  
  680.  
  681. <p>Inside you get the latest Intel Core i9-14900K on a customized B760 motherboard, 2TB of SSD storage (no word on which drive specifically, but with that chipset it&rsquo;ll max out at gen 4), and either 32GB or 64GB of DDR5-6000 memory. An integrated liquid-cooling system is applied to both the CPU and GPU, the latter of which comes in Nvidia RTX 4080 Super or 4090 flavors. Tying it all together is a 1,000-watt power supply. </p>
  682.  
  683.  
  684.  
  685. <p>The design is as cool as ever, but I can&rsquo;t help noticing that the promo video and images highlight &ldquo;upgradeable memory and storage.&rdquo; That tells me that all that custom cooling for the CPU and GPU are an integral part of the design of the case. While it might not be impossible to upgrade the CPU, graphics card, and motherboard, it looks like it would be a lot harder than a regular gaming PC and require some serious part selection. </p>
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  715. </div>
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  717. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Corsair</p></div>
  718.  
  719.  
  720.  
  721. <p>That custom graphics card without an air-cooled shroud is a particular sticking point &mdash; at just 300mm deep, the One i500 case can&rsquo;t fit a regular RTX 4080 Super from off the shelf. So if you buy it, note that your upgrade options will be limited right out of the gate. The best you can hope for is that Corsair offers some upgraded custom parts, and that&rsquo;s certainly not guaranteed. </p>
  722.  
  723.  
  724.  
  725. <p>Speaking of which, what&rsquo;s the price? Predictably it&rsquo;s high, even for a pre-built gaming PC. The base configuration with 32GB of RAM and an RTX 4080 Super <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-computers/cs-9020039-na/corsair-one-i500-pc-wood-bright-liquid-cooled-intel-core-i9-14900k-and-nvidia-rtx-4080-super-2tb-m-2-ssd-32gb-ddr5-win11-home-cs-9020039-na#tab-techspecs&amp;xcust=2-1-2326180-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">is a whopping $3,600</a>, with the 64GB and RTX 4090 upgrade <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.corsair.com/us/en/p/gaming-computers/cs-9020036-na/corsair-one-i500-pc-wood-dark-liquid-cooled-intel-core-i9-14900k-and-nvidia-rtx-4090-2tb-m-2-ssd-64gb-ddr5-win11-pro-cs-9020036-na#tab-techspecs&amp;xcust=2-1-2326180-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">going for $4,700</a>. That&rsquo;s double the price, at minimum, of the original One. </p>
  726.  
  727. <category>Desktop PCs</category></body></div>
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  729. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2326180/corsairs-new-one-i500-desktop-is-tiny-pricey-and-gorgeous.html</link>
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  732. <title>VESA’s new HDR spec makes low-end monitors less miserable</title>
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  734. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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  738.  
  739.  
  740.  
  741. <p>VESA is trying to solve a big problem with its updated DisplayHDR 1.2 specification: Low-end HDR effects in PC monitors can be pretty lousy.</p>
  742.  
  743.  
  744.  
  745. <p>Roland Wooster, a principal engineer for Intel who also chairs the VESA Display Performance Metrics group, described the new update as a &ldquo;tightening&rdquo; of the spec, while expanding the scope and criteria of the tests. The goal is to improve the visual quality of the monitors you&rsquo;ll buy, though one of the tests will also have an impact on how much power they&rsquo;ll consume, too.</p>
  746.  
  747.  
  748.  
  749. <p>You won&rsquo;t see the impact right away, however. VESA will preserve the DisplayHDR 1.1 specification and certification until 2025 (and 2026 for laptops) to preserve products that are currently under development. </p>
  750.  
  751.  
  752.  
  753. <p>High-Dynamic Range (HDR) can be an impressive visual effect, mimicking how your eyes adjust to bright lights, especially if you&rsquo;re emerging from the dark. But displays struggle with preserving dark portions of the screen and maintaining detail in dimly lit scenes. </p>
  754.  
  755.  
  756.  
  757. <p>It&rsquo;s one reason why we&rsquo;ve advised you to <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/394712/everything-you-need-to-know-about-hdr-on-your-pc.html">buy a higher-end DisplayHDR 1000 monitor</a> rather than a cheaper, low-end display. HDR displays come in DisplayHDR 400, 500, 600, 1000, and 1400 specifications, referring to the amount of light in nits that they can produce. You&rsquo;ll need a GPU and display that can support HDR, plus content that&rsquo;s optimally encoded for the format.</p>
  758.  
  759.  
  760.  
  761. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote">
  762. <p>For more on our display recommendations and why we make them, see our <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/811315/best-monitors-2.html">list of the best monitors</a>.</p>
  763. </blockquote>
  764.  
  765.  
  766.  
  767. <p>One of the assumptions the new spec tends to make is that you own a MiniLED display. A standard LED display has a single backlight, and raises and lowers the light level across the entire display. OLED displays can essentially turn individual pixels on and off, with infinite contrast. Mini or MicroLED displays are somewhere in the middle: they can have hundreds or thousands of individual LED backlights, known as &ldquo;local dimming,&rdquo; that can be used to subdivide areas of the screen. One of the tweaks to the specification is to stop testing two regions of the screen &mdash; white and black &mdash; and use a &ldquo;starfield&rdquo; pattern that actually activates those other local dimming areas. </p>
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  795. </div>
  796. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="VESA DisplayHDR 1.2 starfield" class="wp-image-2324913" width="1200" height="735" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">A test image showing the new &ldquo;starfield&rdquo; designed to turn on HDR local dimming zones for a more realistic HDR test.</figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">VESA</p></div>
  797. </div>
  798. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  799. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">VESA</p></div>
  800.  
  801.  
  802.  
  803. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="whats-new-in-displayhdr-1-2">What&rsquo;s new in DisplayHDR 1.2</h2>
  804.  
  805.  
  806.  
  807. <p>One of the goals of the updated DisplayHDR 1.2 specification is to bring some of the visual-quality elements associated with more expensive displays down to cheaper price tiers. The color gamut for DisplayHDR 400 is now 99 percent of sRGB and 90 percent of DCI-P3 &mdash; essentially the same color gamut as more expensive DisplayHDR 1000 displays currently require.  It ups the bit-depth requirement to 8-bit + 2-bit dithering, too. </p>
  808.  
  809.  
  810.  
  811. <p>The difference between SDR and HDR content is, in part, that HDR displays adjust the brightness up and down to produce HDR visual effects. SDR displays don&rsquo;t. That means that an HDR display has to preserve the color accuracy as the screen lightens and darkens, and DisplayHDR 1.2 dramatically improves the color testing to confirm that accuracy at three difference luminance levels. The updated spec also ensures that an HDR display does a better job with SDR content, so that it doesn&rsquo;t elevate the black level.</p>
  812.  
  813.  
  814.  
  815. <p>The luminance and white-point accuracy testing range has been expanded, from 1 nit to 100 percent of the tier level &mdash; 600 nits for DisplayHDR 600, for example. VESA also added single-image contrast ratio requirements that will effectively improve the contrast ratio and thus the picture, especially for the cheaper DisplayHDR 400, 500, and 600 tiers.</p>
  816.  
  817.  
  818.  
  819. <p>DispayHDR has also added what&rsquo;s known as a &ldquo;black crush test,&rdquo; too. In deeply shadowed areas, some displays will just give up and render the whole scene as a uniform black, rather than preserve the fine, darker detail. (Think of the dimly lit recent movie, <em>The Batman</em>, for example.) The test adds luminance tests at several fractions of a nit to ensure that those details haven&rsquo;t been &ldquo;crushed&rdquo; to a pure black.</p>
  820.  
  821.  
  822.  
  823. <p>Finally, the specification is there to ensure that an HDR display product renders subtitles correctly, managing the backlight and transparency appropriately. </p>
  824.  
  825.  
  826.  
  827. <p>Not every display fails to handle this correctly, Wooster said, &ldquo;but a few choice ones do. Our goal is to weed them out.&rdquo;</p>
  828.  
  829. <category>Monitors</category></body></div>
  830. ]]></description>
  831. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2324868/new-hdr-spec-is-designed-to-make-low-end-monitors-suck-less.html</link>
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  834. <title>Apple debuts bleeding-edge M4 processor in new iPad Pro</title>
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  836. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 15:56:39 +0000</pubDate>
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  840.  
  841.  
  842.  
  843. <p>Apple&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.macworld.com/article/2324814/11-13-inch-ipad-pro-m4-neural-engine-design-landscape-camera.html">new iPad Pro</a> is powered by the M4 processor, skipping the M3 entirely. Apple has never debuted an M-series processor in a product other than the Mac, so the launch of this new processor in the iPad Pro is an unexpected surprise.</p>
  844.  
  845.  
  846.  
  847. <p>The M4 is made on an enhanced 3nm process and contains over 28 billion transistors and has the following advanced features in the iPad Pro:</p>
  848.  
  849.  
  850.  
  851. <ul>
  852. <li>Up to 4 high-performance CPU cores with improved branch prediction and wider decode and execution engines.</li>
  853.  
  854.  
  855.  
  856. <li>6 high-efficiency CPU cores with improved branch prediction and a deeper execution engine.</li>
  857.  
  858.  
  859.  
  860. <li>10-core GPU built on the same architecture as M3, with dynamic caching, mesh shaders, and ray tracing acceleration.</li>
  861.  
  862.  
  863.  
  864. <li>16-core Neural Engine delivering over 38 trillion operations per second.</li>
  865. </ul>
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  894. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="M4 features" class="wp-image-2326072" width="1200" height="675" loading="lazy" /></figure><p class="imageCredit">Apple</p></div>
  895. </div>
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  897. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Apple</p></div>
  898.  
  899.  
  900.  
  901. <p>Apple says the CPU is up to 50 percent faster than the M2 found in the previous iPad Pro, which means it&rsquo;s somewhere around 20-25 percent faster than the CPU in the M3. The GPU is said to be up to four times faster than that in the M2, though that might be a &ldquo;best case&rdquo; scenario that uses lots of ray tracing. The Neural Engine is the fastest in any Apple product, but just barely&mdash;the A17 Pro in the iPhone 15 Pro can do 35 trillion operations per second, according to Apple.</p>
  902.  
  903.  
  904.  
  905. <p>Apple says the M4 has a memory bandwidth of 120GB/sec, up from 100GB/sec in both the M2 and M3. There&rsquo;s also a new display engine to handle the &ldquo;Tandem OLED&rdquo; display and updated video processing with support for H.264, HEVC, ProRes, and AV1.</p>
  906.  
  907.  
  908.  
  909. <p>When it comes to power efficiency, Apple says the M4 uses no more power than the M2 and can deliver the same performance using only half the power, and the same performance as a thin and light PC with one-fourth the power (Apple used an ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED with Core Ultra 7 155H for that comparison).</p>
  910.  
  911.  
  912.  
  913. <p>However, if you want the full version of the M4, you&rsquo;ll need to get at least 1TB of storage. Models with 256GB or 512GB of storage will have a 9-core M4 chip with 3 performance cores and 6 efficiency cores, while 1TB or 2TB models get a 10-core CPU with one extra performance core.</p>
  914.  
  915.  
  916.  
  917. <p>In iPad Pro models with 256GB or 512GB of storage, the M4 will have 8GB of RAM. In those with 1TB or 2TB of storage, it will have 16GB. So that remains unchanged from the M2.</p>
  918.  
  919.  
  920.  
  921. <p>It&rsquo;s not clear when the M4 will make its way to the Mac, but with the M3 MacBook Air only arriving in March and the MacBook Pro models making their debut in November, it&rsquo;s likely the first laptops won&rsquo;t roll out until later this year. However, it&rsquo;s possible that the Mac mini, Studio, and Pro, which are still using M2 chips, get an M4 refresh sooner than that. </p>
  922.  
  923.  
  924.  
  925. <p><em>This article originally appeared on <a href="https://www.macworld.com/article/2325929/apple-silicon-m4-processor-ipad-pro-performance-graphics-neural-engine.html">Macworld.com</a>.</em></p>
  926.  
  927. <category>iPad</category></body></div>
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  929. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2326290/apple-debuts-bleeding-edge-m4-processor-in-new-ipad-pro.html</link>
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  932. <title>Sick of ads in Windows? This ingenious program eradicates them all</title>
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  934. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 15:49:42 +0000</pubDate>
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  939.  
  940.  
  941. <p>Microsoft is packing more and more advertising into its Windows operating system. In Windows 11, <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2300741/its-official-ads-are-coming-to-the-windows-start-menu.html">ads now even appear in the Start menu</a> (though Microsoft calls ads for apps or Windows services &ldquo;recommendations&rdquo;), and you&rsquo;ll see full-screen ads for the Edge browser. You can sift through Windows settings and find individual options to turn them all off, but the flood of ads has encouraged resourceful programmers to develop tools designed specifically to eradicate them. Meet OFGB (&ldquo;Oh Frick Go Back&rdquo;).</p>
  942.  
  943.  
  944.  
  945. <p>After starting the small program, OFGB displays a selection menu (see the image above) that lets you select which Windows adverts you no longer want to see using checkboxes. </p>
  946.  
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  969. <span class="product-widget__information--rrp-label">
  970. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  971. <span class="product-widget__information--rrp-value">
  972. 199.99 </span>
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  977. Best Prices Today:
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  980. <a class="product-widget__pricing-details--link" href="https://software.pcworld.com/p44290-windows_11_professional_upgrade?x-source=2-1-2326201-5-1807627-10994" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Windows 11 Pro" data-vars-product-id="1807627" data-vars-category="Windows" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10994" data-vars-manufacturer="Microsoft" data-vars-vendor="sku,PCWorld Software Store,PCWorld Store - Win 11 Pro Upgrade Only" data-vars-po="sku" data-product="1807627" data-vars-link-position-id="005" data-vars-link-position="Product Sidebar" data-vars-outbound-link="https://software.pcworld.com/p44290-windows_11_professional_upgrade" rel="nofollow">$59 at  PCWorld Store &ndash; Win 11 Pro Upgrade Only</a> <span class="amp-bar"> | </span>
  981. <a class="product-widget__pricing-details--link" href="https://software.pcworld.com/p43833-windows_11_professional?x-source=2-1-2326201-5-1807627-10994" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Windows 11 Pro" data-vars-product-id="1807627" data-vars-category="Windows" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10994" data-vars-manufacturer="Microsoft" data-vars-vendor="sku,PCWorld Software Store,PCWorld Store - Win 11 Pro Upgrade Only" data-vars-po="sku" data-product="1807627" data-vars-link-position-id="005" data-vars-link-position="Product Sidebar" data-vars-outbound-link="https://software.pcworld.com/p43833-windows_11_professional" rel="nofollow">$79.99 at  PCWorld Software Store</a> </span>
  982. </div>
  983. </div>
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  985. </div>
  986.  
  988.  
  989.  
  990. <p>For example, you can switch off ads in File Explorer or on the lock screen, and deactivate ads that appear in the Windows settings menu. You can also use it to banish the various welcome messages that appear in different places in Windows. The developer wrote OFGB in C# and it removes the ads by making the necessary changes in the registry.</p>
  991.  
  992.  
  993.  
  994. <p>Once you have made your selections, in most cases you will need to restart your PC for the chosen ads to disappear from Windows.</p>
  995.  
  996.  
  997.  
  998. <p>OFGB is free and of course ad-free. <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://github.com/xM4ddy/OFGB/releases/tag/v0.3&amp;xcust=2-1-2326201-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">You can find the download here</a> and <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://github.com/xM4ddy/OFGB&amp;xcust=2-1-2326201-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">a description of the tool here</a>. You can read some background information about the motivations of the developer, who comes from the Linux scene, over at <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.tomshardware.com/software/windows/get-rid-of-microsoft-start-menu-ads-with-this-new-software-tool&amp;xcust=2-1-2326201-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">Tom&rsquo;s Hardware</a>. If you want options, <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://github.com/builtbybel/Winpilot/releases/tag/2024.5.5&amp;xcust=2-1-2326201-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Winpilot</a> also removes ads from Windows 11 free of charge.</p>
  999.  
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  1002. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2326201/sick-of-ads-in-windows-this-ingenious-program-eradicates-them-all.html</link>
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  1005. <title>Join us for The Full Nerd episode 300 today at 3pm Eastern!</title>
  1006. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/The-Full-Nerd-episode-300-3.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="495447" type="image/jpeg" />
  1007. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 15:05:56 +0000</pubDate>
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  1013.  
  1014. <p>Did you know that your favorite PCWorld writers, and also Brad, are on a podcast every week? They are! It&rsquo;s called <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJw2-YrAPHYEb0UPqGLhUCmT6tWpzG3q4&amp;xcust=2-1-2326032-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">The Full Nerd</a> and it&rsquo;s been going for over seven years, kinda surprised you haven&rsquo;t heard about it at this point. Anyway, episode 300 is coming up today! It&rsquo;s a big deal! You should watch it, today, at 3 PM Eastern US time, 12 noon Pacific, <em>TODAY. </em></p>
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  1021.  
  1022.  
  1023.  
  1024. <p>It&rsquo;s gonna be a party in the studio and wherever else our hosts and guests are streaming in from, celebrating three hundred episodes of the best dang tech roundtable show that&rsquo;s also a part of the website that you&rsquo;re reading right now. Oh, and if you can&rsquo;t watch live, don&rsquo;t worry &mdash; the episode will be available on YouTube and all the standard podcast platforms afterward, as usual. </p>
  1025.  
  1026.  
  1027.  
  1028. <p>Also note that starting today, The Full Nerd podcast will get its own dedicated YouTube channel at <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.youtube.com/@thefullnerdpodcast&amp;xcust=2-1-2326032-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">youtube.com/@thefullnerdpodcast</a>. You can check it out for all the upcoming episodes from here on. Audio listeners, you don&rsquo;t need to change anything &mdash; the show will come in via the same RSS feed it&rsquo;s been using for years. </p>
  1029.  
  1030.  
  1031.  
  1032. <p>Hey, since you&rsquo;re here, and presumably a Full Nerd fan after 300 episodes and/or three paragraphs of hype, why not <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.youtube.com/pcworld&amp;xcust=2-1-2326032-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">subscribe to the official PCWorld YouTube channel</a> while you&rsquo;re at it? It&rsquo;s the best way to catch every new episode of The Full Nerd, plus our hard-hitting video reviews, features, and live coverage of events like CES and Computex. It&rsquo;s a pretty good time. </p>
  1033.  
  1034.  
  1035.  
  1036. <p>Congrats, The Full Nerd crew. Happy 300. </p>
  1037.  
  1038. <category>Desktop PCs</category></body></div>
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  1040. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2326032/join-us-for-the-full-nerd-episode-300-today-at-3-pm-eastern.html</link>
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  1043. <title>Elevate your desktop with this $22 VESA monitor arm</title>
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  1045. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 14:47:28 +0000</pubDate>
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  1049.  
  1050.  
  1051.  
  1052. <p>As a multi-monitor user for over two decades, I can say that VESA-compatible arms are an essential part of my workstation setup. Since I also have back problems, getting my screens up to a proper ergonomic height (well above most built-in monitor stands) is a big deal. And speaking of deals, you can pick up your own VESA-standard monitor arm <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BYZ9TTSN/?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">for just $22 on Amazon</a>. </p>
  1053.  
  1054.  
  1055.  
  1056. <p>These mounts are a pretty basic design you see just about everywhere, but usually at around three times the price. A steel bar attaches to a flat desktop, with either a sturdy clam or a drilled-through bolt (which can work great if you already have a cable organizer hole in your desk). Then you get a two-segment arm with three points of articulation for perfectly placing your screen, plus a hydraulic gas spring for even more height adjustment. </p>
  1057.  
  1058.  
  1059.  
  1060. <p>Any monitor compatible with standard VESA mounting (100mm by 100mm) will work, so long as it&rsquo;s under 20 pounds for the display. That means most standard monitors should be in the clear, though you might want to break out the scale if your screen is 32 inches or larger. My 34-inch ultrawide Acer is 21.4 pounds, for example.</p>
  1061.  
  1062.  
  1063.  
  1064. <p>To get the best price, head to the Amazon listing and make sure you click the 10 percent coupon before adding it to your cart. That&rsquo;ll bring the $23.99 sale price down to just $21.59 before tax. Not bad, not bad at all. If you need more options, be sure to check out <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2000722/best-monitor-arms.html">PCWorld&rsquo;s roundup of the best monitor arms</a>. </p>
  1065.  
  1066.  
  1067. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BYZ9TTSN/?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">Get a VESA gas spring monitor arm for just $22 at Amazon</a></p>
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  1070. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2325816/elevate-your-desktop-with-a-22-vesa-monitor-arm.html</link>
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  1073. <title>Best budget gaming mice 2024: Best overall, best for esports, best RGB, and more</title>
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  1079.  
  1080.  
  1081.  
  1082. <p>When your K/D tally is at stake it&rsquo;s pretty tempting to buy a premium gaming mouse with all the latest bells and whistles. But that can be a costly move that can see you paying upwards of $150 USD &mdash; that&rsquo;s coin that could go towards a brand-new processor instead.</p>
  1083.  
  1084.  
  1085.  
  1086. <p>The truth is you won&rsquo;t lose much performance going for a cheaper option. In fact, you can get a top-performing mouse that &mdash; barring the sensor, which is usually more modest than in premium devices &mdash; is virtually identical in build quality and styling and with equally quick buttons.</p>
  1087.  
  1088.  
  1089.  
  1090. <p>That&rsquo;s not to say all budget gaming mice are alike. Admittedly, at the lower end of the market there tends to be more variation in the build quality, weight, and button configuration than at the top end, so you&rsquo;ll still want to do your homework before you buy.</p>
  1091.  
  1092.  
  1093.  
  1094. <p>Or, you could just peruse our list of best budget gaming mice (below). We&rsquo;ve already done the research on your behalf by extensively testing a cohort of mice, sorting the wheat from the chaff, so that what&rsquo;s left is the best of the best. We&rsquo;ll keep updating our chart as we review more mice and find even better products. </p>
  1095.  
  1096.  
  1097.  
  1098. <p><strong>Why you should trust us: </strong>PCWorld&rsquo;s gaming peripheral experts are hardcore gamers on a never-ending quest to find the best peripherals to improve their <em>own</em> gaming performance, so they know what works and what doesn&rsquo;t. As such, our reviews are raw evaluations, written in the voice of gamers. We want our readers to know the truth about products so that they can make informed decisions about which products to buy and which ones to skip.   </p>
  1099.  
  1100.  
  1101.  
  1102. <p>For the criteria we use to review budget gaming mice you can read our article on <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2285871/how-we-test-gaming-mice-at-pcworld.html#:~:text=Mice%20like%20the%20Razer%20Cobra,mouse's%20maximum%20speed%20and%20acceleration.">&ldquo;How we test gaming mice at PCWorld.&rdquo;</a> For even more options, see our complete roundup of the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/452384/best-gaming-mice.html" data-type="URL" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/452384/best-gaming-mice.html">best gaming mice</a>, featuring both wired and wireless picks at various prices points.</p>
  1103.  
  1104.  
  1105.  
  1106. <p><em><strong>Updated May 2, 2024</strong>: See our recent review of the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2283079/steelseries-aerox-3-review.html">SteelSeries Aerox 3</a>. Its perforated top won&rsquo;t be to everyone&rsquo;s liking, but it&rsquo;s still highly competitive performance-wise with our top budget picks and worth considering. </em></p>
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  1154. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1155. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1156. <li>
  1157. The 25K Hero sensor is very proficient event at high DPI settings </li>
  1158. <li>
  1159. The button are extremely well placed for accessibility </li>
  1160. <li>
  1161. The rubber thumb rest provides plenty of grip </li>
  1162. </ul>
  1163. </div>
  1164. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1165. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1166. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1167. <li>
  1168. Not including swappable trigger buttons seems like a missed opportunity </li>
  1169. <li>
  1170. There's no RGB lighting except a small DPI indicator light </li>
  1171. <li>
  1172. The mouse wheel is quite noisy </li>
  1173. </ul>
  1174. </div>
  1175. </div>
  1176. </div>
  1177. </div>
  1179. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  1180. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  1181. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  1182.  
  1183. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  1184. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  1185. 69.99 </span>
  1186. </div>
  1188. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
  1189. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  1190. Best Prices Today:
  1191. </span>
  1192. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--links-wrapper">
  1193. <span class="not-amp">
  1194. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0943HXDVM?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Logitech G502X" data-vars-product-id="1666961" data-vars-category="Gaming,Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17250" data-vars-manufacturer="Logitech G" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Logitech G" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1666961" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0943HXDVM?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$59.99 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1722684-REG/logitech_g_910_006136_g502_x_wired_gaming.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1194519/SID/pocketlint-squirrel?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Logitech G502X" data-vars-product-id="1666961" data-vars-category="Gaming,Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17250" data-vars-manufacturer="Logitech G" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Logitech G" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1666961" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1722684-REG/logitech_g_910_006136_g502_x_wired_gaming.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1194519/SID/pocketlint-squirrel" rel="nofollow">$59.99 at  B&amp;H</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/321564/633495/10014?prodsku=6539358&amp;u=https://api.bestbuy.com/click/-/6512118/pdp&amp;intsrc=CATF_4831&amp;2-1-917138-6-1666961-17250" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Logitech G502X" data-vars-product-id="1666961" data-vars-category="Gaming,Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17250" data-vars-manufacturer="Logitech G" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Logitech G" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1666961" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://api.bestbuy.com/click/-/6512118/pdp" rel="nofollow">$59.99 at  Best Buy</a> </span>
  1195. </span>
  1196. </div>
  1197. </div>
  1198. <div class="product-content">
  1200. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-g502x">Why I like the G502X</h3>
  1201.  
  1202. <p>The G502X sports a number of nice upgrades over its predecessor the G502 &mdash; which was itself popular with gamers &mdash; including a super-quick and accurate 25,600 DPI sensor. But what really sets this mouse apart is its button configuration &mdash; which is near perfect. It features 13 programmable button options in all, including highly sought-after DPI up/down buttons and a four-button mouse wheel. But the gem in its crown is a trigger button near your thumb, which makes letting off that must-hit command or macro just that much quicker in fast-paced games. </p>
  1203.  
  1204. <p>On top of that, the G502X sports a refreshed design that makes it eminently more comfortable and easier to move. I especially like a new, improved rubber thumb grip that replaces the plastic one from the G502, and the mouse&rsquo;s longer dimensions that make it a much better fit for large hands.  </p>
  1205.  
  1206. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-logitech-g502x">Who should buy the Logitech G502X</h3>
  1207.  
  1208. <p>Gamers with large hands that want an all-round great performer and don&rsquo;t mind that it only has wired functionality. It&rsquo;s also a great option for serious gamers that want to release a macro or extra command at break-neck speed.  </p>
  1209. </div>
  1210. Read our full
  1211. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1666963/logitech-g502x-mouse-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  1212. Logitech G502X review </a>
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  1217. <h2 data-p_name="ROCCAT Kone Pro" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="roccat-kone-pro-best-wired-budget-gaming-mouse-runner-up">
  1218. Roccat Kone Pro &ndash; Best wired budget gaming mouse runner-up </h2>
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  1252. </div>
  1253. <div class="product-chart-body">
  1254. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  1256. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1257. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1258. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1259. <li>
  1260. The 19,000 DPI sensor is very precise, and the buttons are quick and clicky </li>
  1261. <li>
  1262. An ingenious design elevates your index finger ready to fire </li>
  1263. <li>
  1264. A lightweight body adds to its speed and precision and prevents fatigue </li>
  1265. </ul>
  1266. </div>
  1267. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1268. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1269. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1270. <li>
  1271. No dedicated DPI button means you can't as easily switch DPI settings </li>
  1272. <li>
  1273. Wired connectivity only, so you'll need to plug it in to play </li>
  1274. <li>
  1275. The mouse wheel lacks lateral left / right clicks </li>
  1276. </ul>
  1277. </div>
  1278. </div>
  1279. </div>
  1280. </div>
  1282. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  1283. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  1284. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  1285.  
  1286. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  1287. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  1288. 39.99 </span>
  1289. </div>
  1291. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
  1292. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  1293. Best Prices Today:
  1294. </span>
  1295. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--links-wrapper">
  1296. <span class="not-amp">
  1297. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.roccat.com/products/kone-pro&amp;xcust=2-1-917138-6-1434528-14628&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="ROCCAT Kone Pro" data-vars-product-id="1434528" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="14628" data-vars-manufacturer="Roccat" data-vars-vendor="amazon,ROCCAT" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1434528" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.roccat.com/products/kone-pro" rel="nofollow">$39.99 at  ROCCAT</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091BLFTT2?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="ROCCAT Kone Pro" data-vars-product-id="1434528" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="14628" data-vars-manufacturer="Roccat" data-vars-vendor="amazon,ROCCAT" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1434528" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091BLFTT2?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">Not Available at Amazon</a> </span>
  1298. </span>
  1299. </div>
  1300. </div>
  1301. <div class="product-content">
  1303. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-roccat-kone-pro">Why I like the Roccat Kone Pro</h3>
  1304.  
  1305. <p>The wired Roccat Kone Pro is designed for precise targeting thanks to its lightweight design and formidable 19,000 Owl-Eye DPI sensor, which in our playtesting proved an excellent performer in fast-paced FPS games. Clicks are also extremely quick thanks to Titan optical switches in the buttons and a slight left-to-right slant on top that perfectly poises your index finger on the left main button ready to fire.</p>
  1306.  
  1307. <p>A thin plastic outer layer keeps the Kone Pro&rsquo;s weight down to just 2.3 ounces (66 grams), so that it glides across your mouse mat smoothly and with minimal effort. While the Kone Pro doesn&rsquo;t have a dedicated DPI button, you can still change DPI on the fly in games by assigning this function to one of its other buttons in the supporting Roccat Swarm software app.</p>
  1308.  
  1309. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-roccat-kone-pro">Who should buy the Roccat Kone Pro</h3>
  1310.  
  1311. <p>Anyone who wants a quick, lightweight mouse for FPS gaming that won&rsquo;t break the bank. It&rsquo;ll also appeal to fans of RGB who will get a kick out of its futuristic aesthetic. </p>
  1312.  
  1313. <p>For another great budget wired option, be sure to check out the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2283079/steelseries-aerox-3-review.html">SteelSeries Aerox 3</a>, which has become a favorite for many gamers because of its light weight and excellent maneuverability.  </p>
  1314. </div>
  1315. Read our full
  1316. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1434534/roccat-kone-pro-gaming-mouse-review.html" target="_blank" score="4.5">
  1317. ROCCAT Kone Pro review </a>
  1318. </div>
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  1322. <h2 data-p_name="Keychron M6 Wireless" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="keychron-m6-wireless-best-wireless-gaming-mouse">
  1323. Keychron M6 Wireless &ndash; Best wireless gaming mouse </h2>
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  1357. </div>
  1358. <div class="product-chart-body">
  1359. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  1361. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1362. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1363. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1364. <li>
  1365. Precise and accurate 26K sensor </li>
  1366. <li>
  1367. The sloping design elevates your trigger finger </li>
  1368. <li>
  1369. Two scroll wheels enhance your play </li>
  1370. </ul>
  1371. </div>
  1372. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1373. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1374. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1375. <li>
  1376. The build quality could be better </li>
  1377. <li>
  1378. The mouse feet aren't 100 percent PTFE </li>
  1379. <li>
  1380. There's no RGB lighting </li>
  1381. </ul>
  1382. </div>
  1383. </div>
  1384. </div>
  1385. </div>
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  1389. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  1390.  
  1391. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  1392. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  1393. 49 </span>
  1394. </div>
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  1398. Best Prices Today:
  1399. </span>
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  1401. <span class="not-amp">
  1402. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.keychron.com/products/keychron-m6-wireless-mouse&amp;xcust=2-1-917138-6-2227716-17202&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Keychron M6 Wireless" data-vars-product-id="2227716" data-vars-category="Gaming,Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17202" data-vars-manufacturer="Keychron" data-vars-vendor="Keychron" data-vars-po="" data-product="2227716" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.keychron.com/products/keychron-m6-wireless-mouse" rel="nofollow">$49 at  Keychron</a> </span>
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  1408. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-keychron-m6">Why I like the Keychron M6</h3>
  1409.  
  1410. <p>The Keychron M6 doesn&rsquo;t have the most robust build quality you&rsquo;ll find in a gaming mouse, but it does offer a lot of functionality that you just can&rsquo;t get elsewhere for the bargain basement price tag it wears. I&rsquo;m talking about its large and comfortable thumb rest, two scroll wheels (one with four clicks), useful side buttons, and its accurate 26K optical sensor. You get all that for a mere $49. Considering the closest match I can think of feature-wise is the $99 Logitech MX Master 3S, the Keychron M6 seems like exceptional value!</p>
  1411.  
  1412. <p>This mouse also supports all three connectivity types &mdash; 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a wired connection &mdash; making it a highly versatile option that you can hook up to just about any PC or laptop you own. Because of its cheaper build quality, though, it&rsquo;s definitely one to keep safely housed out of harm&rsquo;s way. </p>
  1413.  
  1414. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-keychron-m6">Who should buy the Keychron M6</h3>
  1415.  
  1416. <p>Gamers who like the features and functionality of the Logitech MX Master 3S but can&rsquo;t or don&rsquo;t want to scrape together $99 for the privilege of owning one. The Keychron M6 Wireless can do just about everything this more expensive mouse can and costs half the price.</p>
  1417. </div>
  1418. Read our full
  1419. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2227718/keychron-m6-wireless-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  1420. Keychron M6 Wireless review </a>
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  1426. Keychron M3 &ndash; Best wireless gaming mouse runner-up </h2>
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  1461. <div class="product-chart-body">
  1462. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  1464. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1465. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1466. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1467. <li>
  1468. Very fast and precise 26,000 DPI sensor </li>
  1469. <li>
  1470. Well-proportioned and very comfortable </li>
  1471. <li>
  1472. The quickest buttons I've ever used </li>
  1473. </ul>
  1474. </div>
  1475. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1476. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1477. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1478. <li>
  1479. It would have been more convenient for the DPI button to be placed where the RGB button currently sits </li>
  1480. <li>
  1481. Mac users will have to wait on the software app </li>
  1482. <li>
  1483. The M3 is currently only sold through Keychron's online retailer </li>
  1484. </ul>
  1485. </div>
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  1493.  
  1494. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  1495. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  1496. $49 </span>
  1497. </div>
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  1500. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  1501. Best Prices Today:
  1502. </span>
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  1504. <span class="not-amp">
  1505. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.keychron.com/products/keychron-m3-wireless-mouse&amp;xcust=2-1-917138-6-1525654-17202&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Keychron M3" data-vars-product-id="1525654" data-vars-category="Gaming,Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17202" data-vars-manufacturer="Keychron" data-vars-vendor="Keychron" data-vars-po="" data-product="1525654" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.keychron.com/products/keychron-m3-wireless-mouse" rel="nofollow">$49 at  Keychron</a> </span>
  1506. </span>
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  1509. <div class="product-content">
  1511. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-keychron-m3">Why I like the Keychron M3</h3>
  1512.  
  1513. <p>With a flawless 26,000 DPI sensor, a timeless and comfortable design, responsive buttons, and swish RGB lighting, the Keychron M3 is the complete package, worth every bit of its $49 price tag and possibly even a dime more. For a mouse with all three connectivity types &mdash; wired connectivity via a USB cable, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth &mdash; it&rsquo;s also exceptionally light, weighing in at just 2.78 ounces (79 grams). </p>
  1514.  
  1515. <p>All this value would have come to nada without some decent performance, which is just what the M3 Keychron delivered in our playtesting. From spinning around to catch foes from behind, to zipping up our cursor to flush out snipers dug into camping spots, the Keychron M3 handled every movement smoothly and without a hint of lag. It also came bundled with a few extras in the box, including not one, but two separate dongles (one for USB-A and another for USB-C) so that we could connect to just about all our devices. </p>
  1516.  
  1517. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-keychron-m3">Who should buy the Keychron M3</h3>
  1518.  
  1519. <p>With all the connectivity types, a powerful sensor, DPI switcher, and even swish RGB lighting, the Keychron M3 will suit budget-conscious players of FPS games to a tee.   </p>
  1520. </div>
  1521. Read our full
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  1523. Keychron M3 review </a>
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  1564. <div class="product-chart-body">
  1565. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  1567. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1568. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1569. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1570. <li>
  1571. Quick and accurate sensor </li>
  1572. <li>
  1573. High sensor positioning </li>
  1574. <li>
  1575. Very long battery life </li>
  1576. <li>
  1577. Hyperpolling support </li>
  1578. </ul>
  1579. </div>
  1580. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1581. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1582. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1583. <li>
  1584. No RGB lighting </li>
  1585. <li>
  1586. 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connectivity only </li>
  1587. <li>
  1588. Weighs less than 3 ounces </li>
  1589. </ul>
  1590. </div>
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  1592. </div>
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  1597. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  1598.  
  1599. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  1600. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  1601. 69.99 </span>
  1602. </div>
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  1606. Best Prices Today:
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  1616. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-razer-viper-v3-hyperspeed">Why I like the Razer Viper V3 Hyperspeed</h3>
  1617.  
  1618. <p>Razer&rsquo;s Viper V3 Hyperspeed gives you a taste of pro gaming functionality at half the price of some other pro-grade gaming mice. So, what&rsquo;s the catch? Very little actually &mdash; a modest RGB-free design and no Bluetooth functionality, is all. In my playtesting I found its 30K Razer Focus Pro sensor to be incredibly accurate and quick and the Razer Gen 2 Mechanical Switches in the buttons felt soft and responsive &mdash; just ideal for FPS. </p>
  1619.  
  1620. <p>This mouse&rsquo;s handling is also as good as it gets thanks to a full-bodied grip with lots of length in the fingers. Connectivity is via a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi dongle only. The mouse is powered by a single AA battery which provides a whopping 280-hour battery life. While the Viper V3 Hyperspeed comes with a standard 1,000Hz polling rate out of the box, it also supports 4,000Hz HyperPolling via a Razer HyperPolling dongle (sold separately).</p>
  1621.  
  1622. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-razer-viper-v3-hyperspeed">Who should buy the Razer Viper V3 Hyperspeed</h3>
  1623.  
  1624. <p>The saying is mostly true that you get what you pay for when it comes to gaming mice, but in the case of the Razer Viper V3 Hyperspeed you get a lot more than you paid for. If you&rsquo;re an esports player or aspiring to be one, this catch will save you some hard-earned cash. </p>
  1625. </div>
  1626. Read our full
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  1628. Razer Viper V3 Hyperspeed review </a>
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  1666. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
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  1668. </div>
  1669. <div class="product-chart-body">
  1670. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  1672. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1673. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1674. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1675. <li>
  1676. The solid top back is comfortable and stylish </li>
  1677. <li>
  1678. Its 26,000 DPI sensor can target at lightning speeds </li>
  1679. <li>
  1680. Bluetooth functionality makes it one of the most versatile esports mice you can get </li>
  1681. </ul>
  1682. </div>
  1683. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1684. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1685. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1686. <li>
  1687. The compact buttons can feel a bit cramped at times </li>
  1688. <li>
  1689. There's just the one RGB zone to play with </li>
  1690. <li>
  1691. It's more expensive than its predecessor </li>
  1692. </ul>
  1693. </div>
  1694. </div>
  1695. </div>
  1696. </div>
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  1700. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  1701.  
  1702. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  1703. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  1704. $89.99 </span>
  1705. </div>
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  1709. Best Prices Today:
  1710. </span>
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  1712. <span class="not-amp">
  1713. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BX51KBL9?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless" data-vars-product-id="1987745" data-vars-category="Gaming,Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="15520" data-vars-manufacturer="HyperX" data-vars-vendor="amazon,HyperX" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1987745" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BX51KBL9?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$79.99 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://hyperx.com/collections/gaming-mice/products/hyperx-pulsefire-haste-2-wireless-gaming-mouse?variant=43416225153181&amp;xcust=2-1-917138-6-1987745-15520&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless" data-vars-product-id="1987745" data-vars-category="Gaming,Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="15520" data-vars-manufacturer="HyperX" data-vars-vendor="amazon,HyperX" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1987745" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://hyperx.com/collections/gaming-mice/products/hyperx-pulsefire-haste-2-wireless-gaming-mouse?variant=43416225153181" rel="nofollow">$89.99 at  HyperX</a> </span>
  1714. </span>
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  1716. </div>
  1717. <div class="product-content">
  1719. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-hyperx-pulsefire-haste-2-wireless">Why I like the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless</h3>
  1720.  
  1721. <p>The six-button HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2&rsquo;s symmetrical design and 26,000 DPI sensor give it laser-like pinpoint precision in games, a fact which in itself doesn&rsquo;t make it anything special. What sets it apart is that it weighs just 2.15 ounces (61 grams) &mdash; that&rsquo;s lighter than more expensive pro-grade esports mice like the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro and Logitech G X Pro Superlight. Suffice to say it&rsquo;s super quick off the mark. </p>
  1722.  
  1723. <p>Achieving such a lightweight design is quite an extraordinary feat by HyperX for two reasons: The Pulsefire Haste 2 has a hard top back rather than the perforated one we saw in its predecessor the Haste 1, which also means it&rsquo;s better suited to claw grippers. It also sports Bluetooth as well as 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connectivity, when extra Bluetooth functionality is still a rarity among pro-grade esports mice. All these factors make it one of the best value esports mice you can buy right now. </p>
  1724.  
  1725. <p>Also be sure to check out the Haste 2 Wireless&rsquo;s forebear, the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/792405/hyperx-pulsefire-haste-wireless-gaming-mouse-review.html">HyperX Pulsefire Haste Wireless</a>, which is still an excellent all-round performer for fast action games. </p>
  1726.  
  1727. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-hyperx-pulsefire-haste-2-wireless">Who should buy the HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless</h3>
  1728.  
  1729. <p>Anyone who wants to put a rocket up their movement and mouse button actuation in competitive games. It&rsquo;s not an exaggeration to say the Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless can spar with more premium priced esports mice like the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1663595/razer-deathadder-v3-pro-gaming-mouse-review.html">Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro</a>, yet by choosing the former you can save yourself a whopping $80.  </p>
  1730. </div>
  1731. Read our full
  1732. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1987896/hyperx-pulsefire-haste-2-wireless-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  1733. HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2 Wireless review </a>
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  1739. Logitech G203 LightSync &ndash; Best ultra-budget gaming mouse </h2>
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  1774. <div class="product-chart-body">
  1775. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  1777. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1778. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1779. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1780. <li>
  1781. A comfortable design that resembles more expensive esports mice </li>
  1782. <li>
  1783. Sturdy and well-built </li>
  1784. <li>
  1785. The RGB lighting really pops </li>
  1786. </ul>
  1787. </div>
  1788. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1789. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1790. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1791. <li>
  1792. Some sensor lag was experienced with large, fast movements </li>
  1793. <li>
  1794. The sensor's lift-off distance is higher than some mice </li>
  1795. <li>
  1796. The RGB logo on the top isn't customizable </li>
  1797. </ul>
  1798. </div>
  1799. </div>
  1800. </div>
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  1805. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  1806.  
  1807. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  1808. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  1809. $39.99 </span>
  1810. </div>
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  1814. Best Prices Today:
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  1818. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082FQL8SB?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Logitech G203 LightSync" data-vars-product-id="827657" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10006" data-vars-manufacturer="Logitech" data-vars-vendor="amazon,walmart,sku,Logitech" data-vars-po="amazon,walmart,sku" data-product="827657" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082FQL8SB?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$26.68 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1574402-REG/logitech_910_005790_g203_lightsync_gaming_mouse.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1053998/SID/pocketlint-squirrel?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Logitech G203 LightSync" data-vars-product-id="827657" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10006" data-vars-manufacturer="Logitech" data-vars-vendor="amazon,walmart,sku,Logitech" data-vars-po="amazon,walmart,sku" data-product="827657" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1574402-REG/logitech_910_005790_g203_lightsync_gaming_mouse.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1053998/SID/pocketlint-squirrel" rel="nofollow">$29.99 at  B&amp;H</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lenovo.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fp%2Faccessories-and-software%2Fkeyboards-and-mice%2Fmice%2F78064631&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-917138-6-827657-10006" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Logitech G203 LightSync" data-vars-product-id="827657" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10006" data-vars-manufacturer="Logitech" data-vars-vendor="amazon,walmart,sku,Logitech" data-vars-po="amazon,walmart,sku" data-product="827657" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/p/accessories-and-software/keyboards-and-mice/mice/78064631" rel="nofollow">$29.99 at  Lenovo USA</a> </span>
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  1822. <div class="product-content">
  1824. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-logitech-g203-lightsync">Why I like the Logitech G203 LightSync</h3>
  1825.  
  1826. <p>The G203 proves gaming on a budget needn&rsquo;t be glum, combining style, performance, and comfort for a shoestring price. This wired mouse sports a small ambidextrous body and familiar six-button configuration that resembles premium esports mice, except it has a more rounded back end that gives palm grippers a high level of precision.</p>
  1827.  
  1828. <p>In terms of hardware performance, the G203&rsquo;s buttons feel quick and clicky. Its 8,000 DPI proprietary gaming sensor may not be as quick as some rival sensors, but it&rsquo;s still highly accurate and performs decently in just about every casual gaming scenario.</p>
  1829.  
  1830. <p>In our review, we heaped praise on the G203 for its dazzling RGB lighting band and Logitech logo that light up your mouse pad with pops of color, the band of which also splits into three lighting zones customizable in the Logitech G Hub app.</p>
  1831.  
  1832. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-logitech-g203-lightsync">Who should buy the Logitech G203 LightSync</h3>
  1833.  
  1834. <p>Minimalist gamers, who don&rsquo;t need the quickest gaming mouse on the planet but want something that will outperform any office mouse. The G203 best suits gamers with smaller hands, so children and young adult gamers may find it easier to use. </p>
  1835. </div>
  1836. Read our full
  1837. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/827659/logitech-g203-lightsync-gaming-mouse-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  1838. Logitech G203 LightSync review </a>
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  1844. Razer DeathAdder V2 X Hyperspeed &ndash; Best dual-purpose budget mouse for gaming and productivity </h2>
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  1879. <div class="product-chart-body">
  1880. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  1882. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1883. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1884. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1885. <li>
  1886. Comfortable, ergonomic design </li>
  1887. <li>
  1888. Dual Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity </li>
  1889. <li>
  1890. Long battery life </li>
  1891. </ul>
  1892. </div>
  1893. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1894. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1895. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1896. <li>
  1897. No RGB lighting </li>
  1898. <li>
  1899. Slightly slower than top-shelf gaming mice </li>
  1900. </ul>
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  1909.  
  1910. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  1911. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  1912. $59.99 </span>
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  1921. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GK3LTVC?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="DeathAdder V2 X Hyperspeed" data-vars-product-id="632201" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10700" data-vars-manufacturer="Razer" data-vars-vendor="amazon,upc,sku,Razer" data-vars-po="amazon,upc,sku" data-product="632201" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GK3LTVC?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$48 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/321564/565706/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;subid1=2-1-917138-6-632201-10700&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FRazer-DeathAdder-V2-X-HyperSpeed-Wireless-Ergonomic-Gaming-Mouse%2F537663574" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="DeathAdder V2 X Hyperspeed" data-vars-product-id="632201" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10700" data-vars-manufacturer="Razer" data-vars-vendor="amazon,upc,sku,Razer" data-vars-po="amazon,upc,sku" data-product="632201" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Razer-DeathAdder-V2-X-HyperSpeed-Wireless-Ergonomic-Gaming-Mouse/537663574" rel="nofollow">$58.58 at  Walmart</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.gamestop.com/pc-gaming/mice/products/razer-deathadder-v2-x-hyperspeed-wireless-ergonomic-gaming-mouse/304442.html&amp;xcust=2-1-917138-6-632201-10700&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="DeathAdder V2 X Hyperspeed" data-vars-product-id="632201" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10700" data-vars-manufacturer="Razer" data-vars-vendor="amazon,upc,sku,Razer" data-vars-po="amazon,upc,sku" data-product="632201" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.gamestop.com/pc-gaming/mice/products/razer-deathadder-v2-x-hyperspeed-wireless-ergonomic-gaming-mouse/304442.html" rel="nofollow">$59.99 at  GameStop</a> </span>
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  1925. <div class="product-content">
  1927. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-razer-v2-x-hyperspeed">Why I like the Razer V2 X Hyperspeed</h3>
  1928.  
  1929. <p><span style="font-size: revert;font-family: var(--product-chart--information-label--font-family);color: initial">A stealthy profile is this wireless mouse&rsquo;s biggest advantage &mdash; it sports an entirely matte-black body with no RGB lighting, meaning your work colleagues will be none the wiser about the gaming power that rests beneath your palm. </span></p>
  1930.  
  1931. <p><span style="font-size: revert;font-family: var(--product-chart--information-label--font-family);color: initial">The V2 X Hyperspeed packs a very capable 14,000 DPI sensor that performs a treat in AAA games like </span><em style="font-size: revert;font-family: var(--product-chart--information-label--font-family);color: initial">Metro Exodus</em><span style="font-size: revert;font-family: var(--product-chart--information-label--font-family);color: initial">. Its seven buttons sport Razer second-generation mechanical switches, which Razer says makes them last up to 60 million clicks.</span></p>
  1932.  
  1933. <p><span style="font-size: revert;font-family: var(--product-chart--information-label--font-family);color: initial">The V2 X Hyperspeed offers the convenience of dual wireless connectivity, allowing you to switch between 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with the flick of a button. It&rsquo;s also highly portable thanks to a long battery life, which provides approximately 235 hours in Wi-Fi mode and up to 615 hours in Bluetooth mode on a single AA battery.</span></p>
  1934.  
  1935. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-razer-v2-x-hyperspeed">Who should buy the Razer V2 X Hyperspeed</h3>
  1936.  
  1937. <p>Anyone who needs a kickass gaming mouse that can just as easily pass off as a work or student mouse. The dual wireless functionality and its use of AA batteries means it&rsquo;s also a great option for travelers. </p>
  1938. </div>
  1939. Read our full
  1940. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/632192/razer-deathadder-v2-x-hyperspeed-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  1941. DeathAdder V2 X Hyperspeed review </a>
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  1947. Roccat Kone XP &ndash; Best for MMO, RPG, and RTS gaming </h2>
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  1982. <div class="product-chart-body">
  1983. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  1985. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1986. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  1987. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1988. <li>
  1989. Stunning RGB lighting that lights up the whole top section </li>
  1990. <li>
  1991. The Owl-Eye sensor is highly accurate and powerful </li>
  1992. <li>
  1993. The 15 buttons can be customized with up to 29 functions </li>
  1994. </ul>
  1995. </div>
  1996. <div class="product-chart-column">
  1997. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  1998. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  1999. <li>
  2000. The button layout can be confusing before you get the hang of it </li>
  2001. <li>
  2002. Some gamers may not like the bold RGB </li>
  2003. <li>
  2004. The supporting Swarm software could do with an update </li>
  2005. </ul>
  2006. </div>
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  2014.  
  2015. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  2016. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  2017. 74.99 </span>
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  2022. Best Prices Today:
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  2026. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SMVG4ZW?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="ROCCAT Kone XP" data-vars-product-id="833404" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="14628" data-vars-manufacturer="Roccat" data-vars-vendor="amazon,ROCCAT" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="833404" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09SMVG4ZW?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$56.37 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/321564/633495/10014?prodsku=6539358&amp;u=https://api.bestbuy.com/click/-/6508308/pdp&amp;intsrc=CATF_4831&amp;2-1-917138-6-833404-14628" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="ROCCAT Kone XP" data-vars-product-id="833404" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="14628" data-vars-manufacturer="Roccat" data-vars-vendor="amazon,ROCCAT" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="833404" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://api.bestbuy.com/click/-/6508308/pdp" rel="nofollow">$59.99 at  Best Buy</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.roccat.com/products/kone-xp?variant=41382370050206&amp;xcust=2-1-917138-6-833404-14628&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="ROCCAT Kone XP" data-vars-product-id="833404" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="14628" data-vars-manufacturer="Roccat" data-vars-vendor="amazon,ROCCAT" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="833404" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.roccat.com/products/kone-xp?variant=41382370050206" rel="nofollow">$74.99 at  ROCCAT</a> </span>
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  2030. <div class="product-content">
  2032. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-roccat-kone-xp">Why I like the Roccat Kone XP</h3>
  2033.  
  2034. <p><span style="font-size: revert;font-family: var(--product-chart--information-label--font-family);color: initial">The Kone XP is the flashiest mouse we&rsquo;ve had the pleasure of testing, featuring no less than eight customizable RGB &ldquo;pipelines&rdquo; illuminated by 22 LED lights, yet it&rsquo;s also a solid performer. With an impressive contingent of 15 buttons &mdash; customizable to 29 functions &mdash; the Kone XP is especially suited for MMO, RPG, and RTS games that require players to quickly deploy a high number of commands or macros.</span></p>
  2035.  
  2036. <p><span style="font-size: revert;font-family: var(--product-chart--information-label--font-family);color: initial">Under the hood, the Kone XP sports a 19,000 DPI Owl-Eye sensor based on the flawless PixArt PMW3370, which has proven its worth among competitive gamers. </span></p>
  2037.  
  2038. <p><span style="font-size: revert;font-family: var(--product-chart--information-label--font-family);color: initial">In our PCWorld review we found it to be precise and accurate in games like </span><em style="font-size: revert;font-family: var(--product-chart--information-label--font-family);color: initial">Cyberpunk 2077</em><span style="font-size: revert;font-family: var(--product-chart--information-label--font-family);color: initial">. We also liked the Kone XP&rsquo;s four-directional scroll wheel, which felt sturdy and responsive.</span></p>
  2039.  
  2040. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-roccat-kone-xp">Who should buy the Roccat Kone XP</h3>
  2041.  
  2042. <p>Gamers who really like to jazz up their gaming getup with bold RGB lighting. The Kone XP will also suit RTS, RPG, and MMO gamers that like assigning a second command to their mouse buttons and think the more commands they can get, the better.  </p>
  2043. </div>
  2044. Read our full
  2045. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/833406/roccat-kone-xp-gaming-mouse-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  2046. ROCCAT Kone XP review </a>
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  2052. Roccat Kone Air &ndash; Best battery life </h2>
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  2087. <div class="product-chart-body">
  2088. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  2090. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2091. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  2092. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2093. <li>
  2094. Precise Owl-Eye sensor </li>
  2095. <li>
  2096. Durable Titan Switch Optical switches </li>
  2097. <li>
  2098. Impressive battery life up to 800 hours </li>
  2099. <li>
  2100. Dual wireless connectivity </li>
  2101. </ul>
  2102. </div>
  2103. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2104. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  2105. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2106. <li>
  2107. Uneven weight distribution with one battery </li>
  2108. <li>
  2109. No wired mode </li>
  2110. <li>
  2111. Limited to a single profile </li>
  2112. <li>
  2113. Possibly too heavy and large for esports </li>
  2114. </ul>
  2115. </div>
  2116. </div>
  2117. </div>
  2118. </div>
  2120. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  2121. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  2122. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  2123.  
  2124. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  2125. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  2126. $79.99 </span>
  2127. </div>
  2129. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
  2130. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  2131. Best Prices Today:
  2132. </span>
  2133. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--links-wrapper">
  2134. <span class="not-amp">
  2135. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.roccat.com/products/kone-air&amp;xcust=2-1-917138-6-2063206-14628&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Roccat Kone Air" data-vars-product-id="2063206" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="14628" data-vars-manufacturer="Roccat" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Roccat" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2063206" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.roccat.com/products/kone-air" rel="nofollow">$49.99 at  Roccat</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091BJB6B6?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Roccat Kone Air" data-vars-product-id="2063206" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="14628" data-vars-manufacturer="Roccat" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Roccat" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2063206" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B091BJB6B6?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$59.99 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/321564/565706/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;subid1=2-1-917138-6-2063206-14628&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FROCCAT-Kone-Pro-Air-Gaming-PC-Wireless-Mouse-Bluetooth-Ergonomic-Performance-Computer-Mouse-19K-DPI-Optical-Sensor-AIMO-RGB-Lighting-Aluminum-Scroll-%2F148028789" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Roccat Kone Air" data-vars-product-id="2063206" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="14628" data-vars-manufacturer="Roccat" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Roccat" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2063206" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.walmart.com/ip/ROCCAT-Kone-Pro-Air-Gaming-PC-Wireless-Mouse-Bluetooth-Ergonomic-Performance-Computer-Mouse-19K-DPI-Optical-Sensor-AIMO-RGB-Lighting-Aluminum-Scroll-/148028789" rel="nofollow">$60.22 at  Walmart</a> </span>
  2136. </span>
  2137. </div>
  2138. </div>
  2139. <div class="product-content">
  2141. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-roccat-kone-air">Why I like the Roccat Kone Air</h3>
  2142.  
  2143. <p>Popping just two AA batteries into the Roccat Kone Air gives you a whopping 800 hours of battery life in Wi-Fi mode. Suffice to say, the Kone Air has one of the best battery lives of any wireless mice you can buy. That said, it&rsquo;s definitely a mouse for gamers who like a solid weight in their hand &mdash; it weighs 5.1 ounces (147 grams) when loaded with batteries &mdash; so it&rsquo;s not going to be great for esports. Its hardware is nonetheless very respectable, and in our PCWorld review we found the 19,000 DPI Owl-Eye sensor to be very precise and quick off the mark.</p>
  2144.  
  2145. <p>The mouse&rsquo;s Titan Switch Optical switches in the two main buttons are also extremely quick and they have a high durability rating of 100 million clicks. If connectivity options are going to sway you one way or the other, it&rsquo;s worth noting that the Kone Air relies solely on wireless connectivity. Although, you do get both a 2.4GHz low-latency connection as well as Bluetooth, so the Kone Air will connect to almost any device. </p>
  2146.  
  2147. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-roccat-kone-air">Who should buy the Roccat Kone Air</h3>
  2148.  
  2149. <p>Anyone who frequently finds themself away from an AC outlet or forgets to charge. The Roccat Kone Air&rsquo;s amazing battery life means you can forget about frequent charging and just concentrate on the one thing that matters &mdash; your game. </p>
  2150. </div>
  2151. Read our full
  2152. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2077628/roccat-kone-air-wireless-gaming-mouse-review.html" target="_blank" score="3">
  2153. Roccat Kone Air review </a>
  2154. </div>
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  2158. <h2 data-p_name="Razer Basilisk V3" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="razer-basilisk-v3-most-ergonomic-and-comfortable">
  2159. Razer Basilisk V3 &ndash; Most ergonomic and comfortable </h2>
  2160. </div>
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  2194. <div class="product-chart-body">
  2195. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  2197. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2198. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  2199. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2200. <li>
  2201. The Razer Focus + sensor gives faultless performance </li>
  2202. <li>
  2203. Scrolling is made simpler with the HyperScroll Tilt Wheel </li>
  2204. <li>
  2205. The RGB lighting looks fantastic </li>
  2206. </ul>
  2207. </div>
  2208. <div class="product-chart-column">
  2209. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  2210. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  2211. <li>
  2212. It's quite heavy and bulky </li>
  2213. <li>
  2214. You're limited to wired connectivity only </li>
  2215. </ul>
  2216. </div>
  2217. </div>
  2218. </div>
  2219. </div>
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  2223. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  2224.  
  2225. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  2226. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  2227. 69.99 </span>
  2228. </div>
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  2231. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  2232. Best Prices Today:
  2233. </span>
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  2235. <span class="not-amp">
  2236. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Frazer-basilisk-v3-ergonomic-wired-gaming-mouse%2F-%2FA-86375594&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-917138-6-830048-10700" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Razer Basilisk V3" data-vars-product-id="830048" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10700" data-vars-manufacturer="Razer" data-vars-vendor="amazon,walmart,Razer" data-vars-po="amazon,walmart" data-product="830048" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.target.com/p/razer-basilisk-v3-ergonomic-wired-gaming-mouse/-/A-86375594" rel="nofollow">$44.99 at  Target </a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09C13PZX7?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Razer Basilisk V3" data-vars-product-id="830048" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10700" data-vars-manufacturer="Razer" data-vars-vendor="amazon,walmart,Razer" data-vars-po="amazon,walmart" data-product="830048" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09C13PZX7?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$49.99 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/321564/633495/10014?prodsku=6539358&amp;u=https://api.bestbuy.com/click/-/6475703/pdp&amp;intsrc=CATF_4831&amp;2-1-917138-6-830048-10700" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Razer Basilisk V3" data-vars-product-id="830048" data-vars-category="Mice" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10700" data-vars-manufacturer="Razer" data-vars-vendor="amazon,walmart,Razer" data-vars-po="amazon,walmart" data-product="830048" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://api.bestbuy.com/click/-/6475703/pdp" rel="nofollow">$49.99 at  Best Buy</a> </span>
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  2239. </div>
  2240. <div class="product-content">
  2242. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-razer-basilisk-v3">Why I like the Razer Basilisk V3</h3>
  2243.  
  2244. <p>Thanks to its extremely comfortable design, this right-handed mouse is a pleasure to use for extended gaming periods. Among the features that make it so comfy are an ergonomic thumb rest that elevates your thumb off the surface you&rsquo;re playing on, two highly tactile injection-molded grips on either side, and 11 well-placed, easy-to-reach buttons. </p>
  2245.  
  2246. <p>The Razer Basilisk V3&rsquo;s hardware also performs handsomely. In our review we thought its 24,000 DPI sensor tracked flawlessly, and the buttons, which feature second-generation Razer Optical Switches, responded very quickly. The Basilisk V3 also has one of the best scroll wheels of any budget mouse we&rsquo;ve come across, allowing you to switch between additional scroll modes, including a Free-Spin Mode and Tactile mode with the touch of a button. </p>
  2247.  
  2248. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-razer-basilisk-v3">Who should buy the Razer Basilisk V3</h3>
  2249.  
  2250. <p>Anyone who enjoys the feeling of a comfortable thumb rest while gaming. Also, anyone who really wants the convenience of a multifunctional scroll wheel that makes flicking through menus or long lists of items much easier than a conventional scroll wheel. </p>
  2251. </div>
  2252. Read our full
  2253. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/830050/razer-basilisk-v3-gaming-mouse-review.html" target="_blank" score="4.5">
  2254. Razer Basilisk V3 review </a>
  2255. </div>
  2256. </div>
  2257.  
  2259.  
  2260.  
  2261. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-block faq-block"><h2 class="faq-block-title" id="faq"> FAQ </h2><hr class="block-horizotal-divider">
  2262. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">1.</span>
  2263. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-much-should-i-spend-on-a-gaming-mouse">How much should I spend on a gaming mouse?</h3>
  2264.  
  2265.  
  2266.  
  2267. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  2268. <p>When it comes to what you should pay, there&rsquo;s really no one price that fits every gamer. Although, as a general guide, you shouldn&rsquo;t pay more than $90 for a budget gaming mouse&mdash;that being the absolute maximum cost of the most feature-stacked budget gaming mice you can get.</p>
  2269.  
  2270.  
  2271.  
  2272. <p>Traditional wired gaming mice with six-button configurations tend to be some of the most affordable these days, with excellent value-for-money options like the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/827659/logitech-g203-lightsync-gaming-mouse-review.html">Logitech G203 Lightsync</a>, providing gamers with just about everything they&rsquo;d want for casual gaming for around $25. Expect to pay a little more for a wireless mouse, such as the $50 USD <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1525656/keychron-m3-gaming-mouse.html">Keychron M3 Wireless</a>, whose tetherless design makes it a much more portable device.</p>
  2273. </div>
  2274. </div></div>
  2275.  
  2276.  
  2277.  
  2278. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">2.</span>
  2279. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-shape-mouse-do-i-need">What shape mouse do I need?</h3>
  2280.  
  2281.  
  2282.  
  2283. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  2284. <p>Many budget gaming mice share the same design as their premium counterparts, so chances are you may already be familiar with a design you like that feels comfortable. If you&rsquo;re starting from scratch, first off you&rsquo;ll want to find a mouse with a shape that fits your dominant gaming hand. There are three main shapes: left-handed, right-handed, and ambidextrous.</p>
  2285.  
  2286.  
  2287.  
  2288. <p>Left and right-handed mice are just what their names suggest&mdash;mice designed to accommodate left or right hands. These mice come with design characteristics that provide advantages to left- or right-handed users, including curves to follow the contours of their hands and button configurations that can be more easily reached.</p>
  2289.  
  2290.  
  2291.  
  2292. <p>Alternatively, ambidextrous mice are designed to be used by either hand. These mice sport a more neutral shape, which is usually quite symmetrical. Ambidextrous mice are quite often favored by competitive gamers who like the predictable way they move.</p>
  2293. </div>
  2294. </div></div>
  2295.  
  2296.  
  2297.  
  2298. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">3.</span>
  2299. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-size-mouse-is-right-for-me">What size mouse is right for me?</h3>
  2300.  
  2301.  
  2302.  
  2303. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  2304. <p>Just like a new pair of sneakers, you&rsquo;re going to be spending a lot of time with your gaming mouse, so if it&rsquo;s a lousy fit you&rsquo;re not going to be comfortable and that&rsquo;s going to affect your performance. Mice tend to fit into three main categories: small, medium, and large. To find a mouse that best fits your hand size you can use this simple size guide:</p>
  2305.  
  2306.  
  2307.  
  2308. <ul>
  2309. <li><strong>Small gaming mouse:</strong> Length: Less than 6.7 inches; width: 2.9 to 3.3 inches</li>
  2310.  
  2311.  
  2312.  
  2313. <li><strong>Medium gaming mouse:</strong> Length 6.7 to 7.9 inches; width; 3.9 to 4.3 inches </li>
  2314.  
  2315.  
  2316.  
  2317. <li><strong>Large gaming mouse: </strong>Length 7.9 inches; width; 3.9 to 4.3 inches</li>
  2318. </ul>
  2319. </div>
  2320. </div></div>
  2321.  
  2322.  
  2323.  
  2324. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">4.</span>
  2325. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-mouse-suits-my-grip-style">What mouse suits my grip style?</h3>
  2326.  
  2327.  
  2328.  
  2329. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  2330. <p>The way you hold your mouse should fit into one of three main grip styles: a palm grip, claw grip, or fingertip grip. While you can essentially ignore your grip style altogether and play with any gaming mouse you choose, if you&rsquo;re looking to maximize performance, you&rsquo;ll want a mouse that gives you the most control for your grip. Here&rsquo;s a guide for what to look for:</p>
  2331.  
  2332.  
  2333.  
  2334. <ul>
  2335. <li><strong>Palm grip:</strong> Long, flat mice tend to be a better fit and more comfortable</li>
  2336.  
  2337.  
  2338.  
  2339. <li><strong>Claw grip:</strong> Narrower and smaller mice tend to suit this grip style</li>
  2340.  
  2341.  
  2342.  
  2343. <li><strong>Fingertip grip:</strong> Lighter mice are often preferred by fingertip grippers to reduce strain</li>
  2344. </ul>
  2345. </div>
  2346. </div></div>
  2347.  
  2348.  
  2349.  
  2350. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">5.</span>
  2351. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-many-mouse-buttons-do-i-need">How many mouse buttons do I need?</h3>
  2352.  
  2353.  
  2354.  
  2355. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  2356. <p>Your mouse&rsquo;s button count will limit the number of commands and macros you can apply in-game, and it can also affect the mouse&rsquo;s weight, which can ultimately impact gaming performance.</p>
  2357.  
  2358.  
  2359.  
  2360. <p>Ideally, the number of buttons you need should be informed by the types of games you like to play. For example, if you play a lot of first-person shooters, then keeping your mouse&rsquo;s weight to an absolute minimum with a small button count is of paramount importance. In this case a standard six-button mouse is perfect, providing enough functionality for at least six commands, but optimizing weight for movement and targeting.</p>
  2361.  
  2362.  
  2363.  
  2364. <p>On the other hand, if you predominately play role-playing games (RPGs), or massively multiplayer online games (MMOs), a mouse with from 10 to 18 buttons is preferable since you&rsquo;ll have more options for the myriad commands these games require. These days you can also get mice like the Roccat Kone XP that allow you to customize buttons with extra functions, which greatly increases the number of commands you can deploy.</p>
  2365. </div>
  2366. </div></div>
  2367.  
  2368.  
  2369.  
  2370. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">6.</span>
  2371. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-dpi-sensor-should-i-look-for">What DPI sensor should I look for?</h3>
  2372.  
  2373.  
  2374.  
  2375. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  2376. <p>When it comes to performance a lot of emphasis is placed on the DPI (dots per inch) resolution of a gaming mouse&rsquo;s sensor, with manufacturers touting the benefits of top-of-the-line mice with sensors between 20,000 to 30,000 DPI.</p>
  2377.  
  2378.  
  2379.  
  2380. <p>With some exceptions, budget gaming mice tend to have sensors that are much lower in DPI resolution than premium models, which by the same thinking should mean they&rsquo;re a lot less capable. But that&rsquo;s simply not the case. In fact, budget gaming mice with sensors as low as 8,000 to 12,000 DPI can still track movement faster than what the human eye can perceive, and, with the exception of some competitive gaming scenarios, can be just as capable performers.</p>
  2381.  
  2382.  
  2383.  
  2384. <p>The takeaway is, while it doesn&rsquo;t hurt to purchase a mouse with the highest DPI sensor as your budget will allow, you should also place just as much importance on other factors like the mouse&rsquo;s weight and its button configuration, which can be just as important as your mouse&rsquo;s sensor when it comes to performance.</p>
  2385. </div>
  2386. </div></div>
  2387.  
  2388.  
  2389.  
  2390. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">7.</span>
  2391. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-light-should-my-mouse-be">How light should my mouse be?</h3>
  2392.  
  2393.  
  2394.  
  2395. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  2396. <p>Weight comes down to personal preference. <span style="font-size: revert;color: initial">Some gamers (especially those that play FPS games) swear by lightweight mice for quicker movement and aiming and to prevent soreness in long gaming sessions, while others prefer the consistent feeling of a heavier mouse.</span></p>
  2397.  
  2398.  
  2399.  
  2400. <p><span style="font-size: revert;color: initial">That said, manufacturers continue to make lighter mice each year. This year we&rsquo;ve seen a bucket load of new releases that weigh much less than their predecessors&mdash;some six-button mice are even breaking the previously unheard of 60-gram mark.</span></p>
  2401.  
  2402.  
  2403.  
  2404. <p><span style="font-size: revert;color: initial">You may find it difficult to find a budget mouse that light, since the lightest mice usually carry the most premium price tags. A more realistic weight is anything below 100 grams, it being kind of an unspoken benchmark for optimal mouse weight among serious gamers.</span> The <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1987896/hyperx-pulsefire-haste-2-wireless-review.html">HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2</a> is one mouse that is extremely lightweight for its $89.99 price tag weighing just 61 grams.</p>
  2405. </div>
  2406. </div></div>
  2407.  
  2408.  
  2409.  
  2410. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">8.</span>
  2411. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="whats-the-best-budget-gaming-mice-for-kids">What&rsquo;s the best budget gaming mice for kids?</h3>
  2412.  
  2413.  
  2414.  
  2415. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  2416. <p>Most kids have smaller hands than adults, so if you have kids, you&rsquo;d be best advised to get a compact gaming mouse like the Razer Viper Mini, Corsair Scimitar Pro, or Logitech G203 Lightsync. </p>
  2417.  
  2418.  
  2419.  
  2420. <p>In addition to moderately sized dimensions, these mice pack gaming-grade sensors and quick switches in their buttons so your kids won&rsquo;t miss out on any performance advantage in games. If you have older teenagers, any medium-sized gaming mouse like the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1987896/hyperx-pulsefire-haste-2-wireless-review.html">HyperX Pulsefire Haste 2</a> will do just fine, since older teenager&rsquo;s hands tend to be proportionally as big as most adults.</p>
  2421. </div>
  2422. </div></div>
  2423. </div>
  2424.  
  2425.  
  2426.  
  2427. <p></p>
  2428.  
  2429.  
  2430.  
  2431. <h3 class="wp-block-heading"> <strong>    </strong></h3>
  2432.  
  2433. <category>Gaming, Mice</category></body></div>
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  2435. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/917138/best-budget-gaming-mice.html</link>
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  2437. <item>
  2438. <title>Gigabyte’s 49-inch OLED gaming monitor hits its lowest price yet</title>
  2439. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/gigabyte-aorus-oled-ultrawide-monitor-1.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="260373" type="image/jpeg" />
  2440. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 14:13:08 +0000</pubDate>
  2441. <description><![CDATA[
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  2444.  
  2445.  
  2446.  
  2447. <p>We&rsquo;re finally reaching the point where OLED gaming monitors are, if not exactly affordable, then at least somewhat attainable. Consider Gigabyte&rsquo;s 49-inch ultrawide OLED: With a retail price of $1100, it&rsquo;s a steal <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2278597/samsung-huge-odyssey-g9-oled-ultrawide-monitor-is-800-off.html">next to the similar Samsung model</a>, which is $1800 at sticker price. Today you can take a slice off of even that, with multiple stores <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSZ6VCS7?th=1&amp;tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">selling the Gigabyte at just $999.99</a>, matching the lowest price we&rsquo;ve ever seen. Earlier this year, it would&rsquo;ve cost you $1,300.</p>
  2448.  
  2449.  
  2450.  
  2451. <p>The <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.gigabyte.com/Monitor/AORUS-CO49DQ-Gaming-Monitor#kf&amp;xcust=2-1-2325670-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">Gigabyte Aorus CO49DQ</a> is built for gaming from the ground up, with a 5120&times;1440 resolution that&rsquo;s basically two QHD monitors smooshed together. It&rsquo;s fast, though not the fastest, at 144Hz maximum refresh and .03ms of response time, with support for USB-C video in addition to DisplayPort 1.4 and double HDMI 2.1 for connecting multiple machines to the built-in KVM switch. </p>
  2452.  
  2453.  
  2454.  
  2455. <p>While 18 watts of power delivery won&rsquo;t exactly feed a gaming laptop&rsquo;s thirst, the monitor features a pair of extra USB ports for accessories, plus a headphone jack and two five-watt speakers that I will be personally offended if you use instead of a <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/407990/the-best-budget-computer-speakers.html">pair of budget dedicated speakers</a>. (Seriously, I&rsquo;m watching you.) The design incorporates a ton of gaming-focused software features like an integrated crosshair and timer, plus  &ldquo;[an] AI-based algorithm to minimize the risks of burn-in issues.&rdquo; If you don&rsquo;t trust the algorithm, there&rsquo;s also <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.gigabyte.com/Press/News/2154#:~:text=In%20a%20commitment%20to%20delivering,FO27Q3%2C%20MO34WQC2%2C%20MO34WQC%20models.&amp;xcust=2-1-2325670-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">a three-year warranty against burn-in</a>. </p>
  2456.  
  2457.  
  2458.  
  2459. <p>Pretty much every big US electronics retailer has jumped on this deal, so it&rsquo;s possible that it might be a new standard price (though we&rsquo;re not seeing that confirmed anywhere). You can get the monitor for $999.99 at Amazon, <a href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fgigabyte-co49dq-49-oled-dqhd-freesync-premium-pro-curved-gaming-monitor-with-hdr-hdmi-displayport-type-c-black%2F6575377.p%3FskuId%3D6575377&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-2325670-1-0-0" rel="nofollow">Best Buy</a>, <a href="https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=*l6kYCuH720&amp;mid=44583&amp;ul=2-1-2325670-1-0-0&amp;murl=https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16824012078" rel="nofollow">Newegg</a>, and <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1809662-REG/gigabyte_aorus_co49dq_sa1_49_oled_dqhd_144.html?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" rel="nofollow">B&amp;H Photo</a>, whichever floats your boat and gets you the best credit card points. </p>
  2460.  
  2461.  
  2462. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CSZ6VCS7?th=1&amp;tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">Get a Gigabyte 49-inch OLED gaming monitor for $999.99</a></p>
  2463. <category>Monitors</category></body></div>
  2464. ]]></description>
  2465. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2325670/gigabytes-49-inch-oled-gaming-monitor-is-just-1000-today.html</link>
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  2467. <item>
  2468. <title>Get this RTX-powered Lenovo gaming laptop for an absurdly low $749</title>
  2469. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Untitled-design-31-2.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="28296" type="image/jpeg" />
  2470. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 14:02:36 +0000</pubDate>
  2471. <description><![CDATA[
  2472. <div id="link_wrapped_content">
  2473. <body><section class="wp-block-bigbite-multi-title"><div class="container"></div></section>
  2474.  
  2475.  
  2476.  
  2477. <p>If you&rsquo;re unable to drop thousands of dollars on a souped-up gaming rig, you&rsquo;re not alone, but that doesn&rsquo;t mean you have to settle for a below average machine. Right now you can pick up the <a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1745673-REG/lenovo_82xv005gus_15_6_loq_15irh8_gaming.html?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" rel="nofollow">Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8 for just $749 at B&amp;H</a>. That&rsquo;s $560 off the usual price!</p>
  2478.  
  2479.  
  2480.  
  2481. <p>This laptop wields Nvidia&rsquo;s GeForce RTX 4050 graphics as well as a sizeable, 15.6-inch display with a 144Hz refresh rate. Although you may need to taper your expectations depending on the type of game you&rsquo;re playing, $749 is a <em>damn</em> good price for a gaming laptop. These often start around $1,000 and only go up from there.</p>
  2482.  
  2483.  
  2484.  
  2485. <p>The Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8 is packing an Intel Core i7-13700H CPU, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of SSD storage. Depending on the graphic demands of the game, you may need to dial back the graphics on faster-paced titles. However, with older games, you should be able to bump up the graphics preset to High or Ultra. The 1080p display also has a maximum brightness of 350 nits. We&rsquo;ve seen brighter displays, sure, but it&rsquo;s perfectly fine for most games. Besides, you can always plug into an external monitor if need be. Other cool features include a 1080p webcam for videoconferencing and dual 85-blade fans for when things get red hot.</p>
  2486.  
  2487.  
  2488.  
  2489. <p>Bottom line? You almost never see gaming laptops selling for <em>this </em>cheap &mdash; at least not new. Grab it before it&rsquo;s gone.</p>
  2490.  
  2491.  
  2492. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1745673-REG/lenovo_82xv005gus_15_6_loq_15irh8_gaming.html?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">Get the Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8 for $749 at B&amp;H</a></p>
  2493. <category>Laptops</category></body></div>
  2494. ]]></description>
  2495. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2324749/this-3.html</link>
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  2497. <item>
  2498. <title>Today’s best laptop deals: Save big on work, school, home use, and gaming</title>
  2499. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/bf-laptop-deals-pcw-6.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="1134921" type="image/jpeg" />
  2500. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 13:16:20 +0000</pubDate>
  2501. <description><![CDATA[
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  2504.  
  2505.  
  2506.  
  2507. <p>If you&rsquo;re looking to score a fast laptop at a killer price, you&rsquo;ve come to the right place. Whether you&rsquo;re on the hunt for a <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/820520/best-gaming-laptops-for-students.html">blazing fast gaming rig</a>, a <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/917881/best-2-in-1-laptops.html">lightweight 2-in-1</a>, or an <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/608636/best-chromebooks.html">everyday Chromebook</a>, we&rsquo;ve assembled a list of the best laptop deals available right now, using our finely honed editorial judgement to only recommend truly compelling deals on worthwhile notebooks. </p>
  2508.  
  2509.  
  2510.  
  2511. <p>For more notebook options, check out PCWorld&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/436674/the-best-pc-laptops-of-the-year.html">roundup of the best laptops</a> available right now. We&rsquo;ve got can&rsquo;t-miss picks for every use case and budget, putting our thousands of hours of hands-on testing to work for <em>you</em>.</p>
  2512.  
  2513.  
  2514.  
  2515. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="best-laptop-deals-at-a-glance">Best laptop deals (at a glance)</h2>
  2516.  
  2517.  
  2518.  
  2519. <ul>
  2520. <li><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.microcenter.com/product/671050/lenovo-ideapad-1-14-laptop-computer-cloud-grey&amp;xcust=2-1-550968-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">Lenovo IdeaPad 1</a>, <strong>$229.99</strong> <strong>($190 off at Microcenter)</strong></li>
  2521.  
  2522.  
  2523.  
  2524. <li><a href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fasus-vivobook-14-laptop-intel-core-i3-1215u-with-8gb-memory-128gb-ssd-quiet-blue%2F6568805.p%3FskuId%3D6568805&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-550968-1-0-0" rel="nofollow">Asus Vivobook 14</a>, <strong>$249.99 ($180 off at Best Buy)</strong> </li>
  2525.  
  2526.  
  2527.  
  2528. <li><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1762582-REG/lenovo_82x70005us_15_6_ideapad_slim_3.html?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" rel="nofollow">Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3</a>, <strong>$299</strong> <strong>($230 off at B&amp;H)</strong></li>
  2529.  
  2530.  
  2531.  
  2532. <li><a href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adorama.com%2Fihp644f0uar.html&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-550968-1-0-0" rel="nofollow">HP Envy x360</a>,<strong> $569.99 ($379.01 off at Adorama)</strong></li>
  2533.  
  2534.  
  2535.  
  2536. <li><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1745673-REG/lenovo_82xv005gus_15_6_loq_15irh8_gaming.html?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" rel="nofollow">Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8</a>, <strong>$749 ($560 off at B&amp;H) </strong></li>
  2537.  
  2538.  
  2539.  
  2540. <li><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1820574-REG/hp_889t2aa_aba_14_dragonfly_pro_one.html?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" rel="nofollow">HP Dragonfly Pro</a>, <strong>$799 ($600 off at B&amp;H) </strong></li>
  2541.  
  2542.  
  2543.  
  2544. <li><a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-8200811-12839518?url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/deals-for-business/xps-13-laptop/spd/xps-13-9315-laptop/xn9315gsmls&amp;sid=2-1-550968-1-0-0" rel="nofollow">Dell XPS 13</a>, <strong>$799 ($300 off at Dell) </strong></li>
  2545.  
  2546.  
  2547.  
  2548. <li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Display-Experiences-Processor-LPDDR5X-SFG14-72T-718K/dp/B0CNDTGC77/?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">Acer Swift Go 14</a>,<strong> $799.99 ($200 off at Amazon) </strong></li>
  2549.  
  2550.  
  2551.  
  2552. <li><a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-8200811-12839518?url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/inspiron-16-laptop/spd/inspiron-16-5630-laptop/usicpbto5630fxky&amp;sid=2-1-550968-1-0-0" rel="nofollow">Dell Inspiron 16</a>, <strong>$819.99 ($540 off at Dell) </strong></li>
  2553.  
  2554.  
  2555.  
  2556. <li><a href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/321564/565706/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;subid1=2-1-550968-1-0-0&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FXPG-Xenia-15G-15-6-FHD-Gaming-Laptop-Intel-Core-i7-13700H-16-GB-DDR5-NVIDIA-GeForce-RTX-4060-1-TB-SSD-Windows-11-Home-Black-75260049%2F2130763084" rel="nofollow">XPG Xenia</a>, <strong>$999 ($700.99 off at Walmart) </strong></li>
  2557.  
  2558.  
  2559.  
  2560. <li><a href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adorama.com%2Fle82y20003us.html&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-550968-1-0-0" rel="nofollow">Lenovo Flex 7</a>, <strong>$1,039.99 ($220 off at Adorama) </strong></li>
  2561.  
  2562.  
  2563.  
  2564. <li><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1745674-REG/lenovo_82wk0082us_16_legion_pro_5i.html?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" rel="nofollow">Lenovo Legion Pro 5i</a>, <strong>$1,179 ($620 off at B&amp;H) </strong></li>
  2565.  
  2566.  
  2567.  
  2568. <li><a href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Flenovo-yoga-9i-2-in-1-14-4k-oled-touch-laptop-with-pen-intel-evo-platform-core-i7-1360p-with-16gb-memory-1tb-ssd-storm-grey%2F6533949.p%3FskuId%3D6533949&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-550968-1-0-0" rel="nofollow">Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1</a>, <strong>$1,199.99 ($450 off at Best Buy)</strong> </li>
  2569.  
  2570.  
  2571.  
  2572. <li><a href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adorama.com%2Fle21hd0088us.html&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-550968-1-0-0" rel="nofollow">Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4</a>, <strong>$1,229 ($650 off at Adorama) </strong></li>
  2573.  
  2574.  
  2575.  
  2576. <li><a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=7168&amp;awinaffid=531979&amp;clickref=2-1-550968-1-0-0&amp;ued=https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/omen-by-hp-laptop-17t-ck200-70p73av-1" rel="nofollow">HP Omen Laptop</a>, <strong>$1,249.99 ($450 off at HP)</strong> </li>
  2577.  
  2578.  
  2579.  
  2580. <li><a href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lenovo.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fp%2Flaptops%2Fthinkpad%2Fthinkpadx1%2Fthinkpad-x1-carbon-gen-11-%2814-inch-intel%29%2F21hmcto1wwus1&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-550968-1-0-0" rel="nofollow">Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon</a> <strong>$1,391.42 (<strong>$1,007.58 off at Lenovo)</strong> </strong></li>
  2581. </ul>
  2582.  
  2583.  
  2584.  
  2585. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="best-laptops-deals-under-500">Best laptops deals under $500</h2>
  2586.  
  2587.  
  2588.  
  2589. <p><strong>Lenovo IdeaPad 1: $249.99 ($170 off at Microcenter)</strong></p>
  2590.  
  2591.  
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  2618. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Lenovo IdeaPad 1" class="wp-image-2285252" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
  2619. </div>
  2620. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  2621. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
  2622.  
  2623.  
  2624.  
  2625. <p>The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 has an AMD Ryzen 5 5599Y processor inside of it, which is capable of handling day-to-day tasks like browsing the web and checking e-mail. The 14-inch 1080p display is perfect for everyday use and the connectivity options include one USB 2.0 Type-A, one USB 3.2 Type-C, one USB 3.2 Type-A, one HDMI, and one audio. The port selection is surprisingly diverse for such an inexpensive machine, so you don&rsquo;t have to carry around an adapter. The 720p webcam isn&rsquo;t great, but you can always <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/393756/1080p-4k-webcam-buying-guide.html">plug into an external webcam</a> if you want to look better on Zoom calls.</p>
  2626.  
  2627.  
  2628. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.microcenter.com/product/671050/lenovo-ideapad-1-14-laptop-computer-cloud-grey&amp;xcust=2-1-550968-7-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  2629.  
  2630.  
  2631. <p><strong>Asus Vivobook 14: $249.99 ($180 off at Best Buy)</strong></p>
  2632.  
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  2659. </div>
  2660. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Asus Vivobook 14" class="wp-image-2307192" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /></figure><p class="imageCredit">Asus</p></div>
  2661. </div>
  2662. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  2663. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Asus</p></div>
  2664.  
  2665.  
  2666.  
  2667. <p>The Asus Vivobook is an inexpensive Windows laptop with a 1080p display. The laptop&rsquo;s Intel i3-1215U CPU is a few generations behind at this point, but it&rsquo;s still powerful enough to handle everyday tasks like checking e-mail and watching Netflix. It also comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of SSD storage. The 14-inch 1080p display has a brightness level of 250 nits, which isn&rsquo;t super bright, but it&rsquo;s perfectly fine for web surfing and office work. In fact, with dimmer displays, you&rsquo;ll likely get better battery life out of the machine, as the display can be a major power suck. This is a great machine for anyone that&rsquo;s on a tight budget.</p>
  2668.  
  2669.  
  2670. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fasus-vivobook-14-laptop-intel-core-i3-1215u-with-8gb-memory-128gb-ssd-quiet-blue%2F6568805.p%3FskuId%3D6568805&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-550968-7-0-0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  2671.  
  2672.  
  2673. <p><strong>Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3</strong>: <strong>$299 ($230 off at B&amp;H</strong>)</p>
  2674.  
  2675.  
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  2701. </div>
  2702. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3" class="wp-image-2285255" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
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  2705. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
  2706.  
  2707.  
  2708.  
  2709. <p>The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 is another good option for everyday work, school, or home use because of its Intel Core i3-1315U processor and robust connectivity options. You should be able to zip right through office tasks or binge your favorite show on Netflix, and the large 15.6-inch 1080p matte display is sharp enough for those types of tasks. The port selection includes one USB-C 3.0, two USB-A 3.0, one HDMI, and one audio&ndash;effectively eliminating the need for an adapter. Similar to other laptops in this price range, it has a 720p webcam, which isn&rsquo;t the best, but it&rsquo;s a reasonable sacrifice in the budget laptop realm. </p>
  2710.  
  2711.  
  2712. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1762582-REG/lenovo_82x70005us_15_6_ideapad_slim_3.html?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  2713.  
  2714.  
  2715. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="best-laptops-deals-under-1000">Best laptops deals under $1,000</h2>
  2716.  
  2717.  
  2718.  
  2719. <p><strong>HP Envy x360: $569.99 ($379.01 off at Adorama)</strong></p>
  2720.  
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  2747. </div>
  2748. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="HP Envy x360" class="wp-image-2285264" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /></figure><p class="imageCredit">HP</p></div>
  2749. </div>
  2750. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  2751. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">HP</p></div>
  2752.  
  2753.  
  2754.  
  2755. <p>The HP Envy x360 is powerful, lightweight, and versatile. The 2-in-1 form factor means you can fold the screen back and use the laptop like a tablet, and it comes equipped with a good amount of RAM (16GB) and storage (512GB SSD). The 1080p display is quite large at 15.6-inches and it&rsquo;s a touchscreen, which is perfect for habitual notetakers and doodlers. The keyboard is also full-sized and has backlighting&ndash;useful for when you&rsquo;re using the laptop in low light environments. </p>
  2756.  
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  2758. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adorama.com%2Fihp644f0uar.html&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-550968-7-0-0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  2759.  
  2760.  
  2761. <p><strong>Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8: $749 ($560 off at B&amp;H)</strong></p>
  2762.  
  2763.  
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  2789. </div>
  2790. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8" class="wp-image-2324717" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
  2791. </div>
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  2793. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
  2794.  
  2795.  
  2796.  
  2797. <p>The Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8 is a good entry-level machine for the budget-minded gamer. Thanks to the Intel Core i7-13700H CPU and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 GPU, a powerful combination, it should have no problem flying through the latest triple-A titles. The 1080p display is also quite roomy at 15.6-inches and it has a refresh rate of 144Hz, so visuals should be free of any screen tearing, making for a more enjoyable gaming experience. This laptop also comes with a 1080p webcam, dual 85-blade fans, and Super Rapid Charge technology (in other words, this laptop will reach a charge of 30 percent in just 10 minutes, according to Lenovo). </p>
  2798.  
  2799.  
  2800. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1745673-REG/lenovo_82xv005gus_15_6_loq_15irh8_gaming.html?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  2801.  
  2802.  
  2803. <p><strong>HP Dragonfly Pro: $799 ($600 off at B&amp;H)</strong></p>
  2804.  
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  2831. </div>
  2832. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="HP Dragonfly Pro" class="wp-image-2303011" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /></figure><p class="imageCredit">HP</p></div>
  2833. </div>
  2834. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  2835. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">HP</p></div>
  2836.  
  2837.  
  2838.  
  2839. <p>The HP Dragonfly Pro is a lightweight laptop with a lovely 1200p touchscreen display. It weighs just 3.1 pounds, which is hardly a back breaker&ndash;great news if you&rsquo;re a frequent traveler. It&rsquo;s also powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 7736U CPU and AMD Radeon 680M graphics, so you shouldn&rsquo;t experience any slowdowns with office work or daily tasks. The 14-inch 1200p touchscreen display has an aspect ratio of 16:10 and a maximum brightness of 400 nits. The taller aspect ratio is nice because it makes scrolling through documents and webpages a lot easier. Connectivity options also include two USB-C and one USB-C 3.1. Overall, this is a solid laptop, especially for $600 off.</p>
  2840.  
  2841.  
  2842. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1820574-REG/hp_889t2aa_aba_14_dragonfly_pro_one.html?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  2843.  
  2844.  
  2845. <p><strong>Dell XPS 13: $799 ($300 off at Dell)</strong></p>
  2846.  
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  2873. </div>
  2874. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Dell XPS 13" class="wp-image-2315661" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /></figure><p class="imageCredit">Dell</p></div>
  2875. </div>
  2876. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  2877. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Dell</p></div>
  2878.  
  2879.  
  2880.  
  2881. <p>The Dell XPS 13 is a good laptop for office work, school work, everyday activities, and so on. It&rsquo;s rocking an Intel Core i7-1250U CPU, Intel Iris Xe graphics, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of SSD storage&ndash;that&rsquo;s more than enough power for watching movies, writing papers, surfing the web, and more. The 13.4-inch display has a resolution of 1920&times;1200, a refresh rate of 60Hz, and a maximum brightness of 500 nits. That means the display is capable of producing a vibrant, sharp-looking picture. Additional bits include an aluminum chassis, a 51 watt-hour battery, and a chic Sky colorway. </p>
  2882.  
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  2884. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-8200811-12839518?url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/deals-for-business/xps-13-laptop/spd/xps-13-9315-laptop/xn9315gsmls&amp;sid=2-1-550968-7-0-0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  2885.  
  2886.  
  2887. <p><strong>Acer Swift Go 14: $799 ($200 off at Amazon)</strong></p>
  2888.  
  2889.  
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  2920.  
  2921.  
  2922.  
  2923. <p>The Acer Swift Go 14 is one of the most well-rounded laptops you can buy. We awarded it 4 out of 5 stars in our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2315344/acer-swift-go-14-review-4.html">review</a>, praising how well-rounded it is. It features plenty of connectivity options, a wonderful typing experience, a zippy processor, and much more. The model that&rsquo;s on sale today has less storage than the one we reviewed, but other than that they&rsquo;re nearly identical. According to our review, it outperforms other laptops with the same processor, so you should be able to blitz through office work, coursework, everyday tasks, and so on. The 14-inch display also has a resolution of 1920X1200 and is touch-enabled. It&rsquo;s fine for casual use, but black colors look washed out.</p>
  2924.  
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  2926. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.amazon.com/Display-Experiences-Processor-LPDDR5X-SFG14-72T-718K/dp/B0CNDTGC77/?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  2927.  
  2928.  
  2929. <p><strong>Dell Inspiron 16: $859.99 ($500 off at Dell)</strong></p>
  2930.  
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  2958. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Dell Inspiron 16" class="wp-image-2302320" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /></figure><p class="imageCredit">Dell</p></div>
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  2962.  
  2963.  
  2964.  
  2965. <p>The Dell Inspiron 16 is a great laptop for day-to-day use as well as some light gaming. In addition to the powerful Intel Core i7-1360P CPU and 1TB of SSD storage, this machine also has an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2050 GPU, which should be powerful enough to run most games at 1080p resolution. The 1600p display is a spacious 16-inches with a refresh rate of 60Hz and a maximum brightness of 300 nits. Have we seen brighter screens? Sure. That said, it&rsquo;s bright enough for daily use as well as some casual gaming. Other cool features include a 1080p webcam, up to 13 hours of battery life (according to Dell), and a fingerprint reader. </p>
  2966.  
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  2968. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-8200811-12839518?url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/inspiron-16-laptop/spd/inspiron-16-5630-laptop/usicpbto5630fxky&amp;sid=2-1-550968-7-0-0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  2969.  
  2970.  
  2971. <p><strong>XPS Xenia 15G: $999 ($700.99 off at Walmart)</strong></p>
  2972.  
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  2999. </div>
  3000. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="XPG Xenia" class="wp-image-2285292" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /></figure><p class="imageCredit">XPG</p></div>
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  3003. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">XPG</p></div>
  3004.  
  3005.  
  3006.  
  3007. <p>If you&rsquo;re looking for a powerful gaming laptop, the XPG Xenia will certainly fit the bill. You don&rsquo;t see many gaming laptops with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU go on sale for under $1,000 often, so this is a true deal. Between the Intel Core i7-13700H CPU and the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU, you should be able to play triple-A titles on the High or Ultra graphics detail. This machine even comes with 1TB of SSD storage, which is good news if you&rsquo;ve got a massive backlog of games. The 15.6-inch 1080p display should also provide fluid gameplay thanks to the 144Hz refresh rate. If you can afford it, this would be a better long-term gaming option than the $800 models listed above thanks to the RTX 4060&rsquo;s much faster performance.</p>
  3008.  
  3009.  
  3010. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/321564/565706/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;subid1=2-1-550968-7-0-0&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FXPG-Xenia-15G-15-6-FHD-Gaming-Laptop-Intel-Core-i7-13700H-16-GB-DDR5-NVIDIA-GeForce-RTX-4060-1-TB-SSD-Windows-11-Home-Black-75260049%2F2130763084" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  3011.  
  3012.  
  3013. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="best-laptops-deals-under-1500">Best laptops deals under $1,500</h2>
  3014.  
  3015.  
  3016.  
  3017. <p><strong>Lenovo Flex 7: $1,039.99 ($220 off at Adorama)</strong></p>
  3018.  
  3019.  
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  3047. </div>
  3048. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  3049. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
  3050.  
  3051.  
  3052.  
  3053. <p>The Lenovo Flex 7 is a great laptop for those who want an affordable 2-in-1. You&rsquo;re getting a lightweight design as well as a decent amount of power for just over $1,000. It has an Intel Core i7-1355U CPU, Intel Iris Xe graphics, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of SSD storage. Zipping through spreadsheet work, everyday tasks, and so on should be no problem for this machine. In addition to the 2-in-1 form factor, in which the screen swings back 360 degrees, it also weighs just 3.53 pounds. That means you can easily slip it in a backpack or messenger back and take it with you anywhere.  </p>
  3054.  
  3055.  
  3056. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.adorama.com%2Fle82y20003us.html&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-550968-7-0-0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  3057.  
  3058.  
  3059. <p><strong>Lenovo Legion Pro 5i: $1,179 ($620 off at B&amp;H)</strong></p>
  3060.  
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  3088. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Lenovo Legion Pro 5i" class="wp-image-2285303" width="1024" height="683" loading="lazy" /></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
  3089. </div>
  3090. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  3091. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
  3092.  
  3093.  
  3094.  
  3095. <p>The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is a good option for those who play more intensive titles. We say this because of the display&rsquo;s ridiculously high 240Hz refresh rate. Gameplay should be as smooth as your mother&rsquo;s freshly churned butter. There&rsquo;s a lot of power behind that display, too. You&rsquo;re getting an Intel Core i7-13700HX CPU, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU, 32GB of RAM (that&rsquo;s a lot!), and 1TB of SSD storage. Other goodies include an Ethernet port, an RGB backlit keyboard, and a 1080p webcam. </p>
  3096.  
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  3098. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1745674-REG/lenovo_82wk0082us_16_legion_pro_5i.html?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  3099.  
  3100.  
  3101. <p><strong>Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1: $1,199.99 ($450 off at Best Buy)</strong></p>
  3102.  
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  3131. </div>
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  3133. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
  3134.  
  3135.  
  3136.  
  3137. <p>The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 is a powerful, versatile machine with a stunning 4K display. What more could you ask for? Underneath the hood, you&rsquo;ll find an Intel Core i7-1360P CPU, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB of SSD storage&ndash;so it should have no issues zipping through day-to-day tasks, spreadsheet work, and so on. The 14-inch touch display, which has a resolution of 3840&times;2400 (4K!), is a real stunner, too. This is the kind of display that&rsquo;s meant for watching movies, graphically-intensive work, and so on. It also comes with a stylus, which is great because you don&rsquo;t have to pay extra for a standalone accessory. </p>
  3138.  
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  3140. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Flenovo-yoga-9i-2-in-1-14-4k-oled-touch-laptop-with-pen-intel-evo-platform-core-i7-1360p-with-16gb-memory-1tb-ssd-storm-grey%2F6533949.p%3FskuId%3D6533949&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-550968-7-0-0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  3141.  
  3142.  
  3143. <p><strong>Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4: $1,229 ($650 off at Adorama)</strong></p>
  3144.  
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  3174. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  3175. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
  3176.  
  3177.  
  3178.  
  3179. <p>The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 is a powerful machine with a 1200p display, an array of versatile ports, and 512GB of SSD storage. It&rsquo;s also lightweight at just under three pounds, making it the perfect travel companion. Driven by an Intel Core i7-1365U CPU, it should be able to handle both day-to-day tasks as well as heavier loads. Connectivity options include one Ethernet, one HDMI 2.1, one headphone/microphone combo jack, one USB 3.2 Gen 1, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On), and two Thunderbolt 4. That means you don&rsquo;t have to worry about carrying an adapter around with you. </p>
  3180.  
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  3183.  
  3184.  
  3185. <p><strong>HP Omen Laptop: $1,249.99 ($450 off at HP)</strong></p>
  3186.  
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  3217. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">HP</p></div>
  3218.  
  3219.  
  3220.  
  3221. <p>The HP Omen is a great laptop for gamers. Not only does it have a big screen with a fast refresh rate, but it also boasts RTX 4060 graphics as well as RGB backlit keyboard with anti-ghosting technology, allowing you to press down multiple keys at once. Crack this baby open and you&rsquo;ll find an Intel Core i7-13700HX CPU, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of SSD storage. That means this machine is capable of chewing right through those graphically demanding titles. The 1080p display, which measures a massive 17.3-inches, has a refresh rate of 144Hz and a response time of 7ms, so images should look fluid and realistic. </p>
  3222.  
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  3224. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=7168&amp;awinaffid=531979&amp;clickref=2-1-550968-7-0-0&amp;ued=https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/omen-by-hp-laptop-17t-ck200-70p73av-1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  3225.  
  3226.  
  3227. <p><strong>Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon</strong>: <strong>$1,391.42 ($1,007.58 off at Lenovo)</strong></p>
  3228.  
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  3255. </div>
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  3257. </div>
  3258. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  3259. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Lenovo</p></div>
  3260.  
  3261.  
  3262.  
  3263. <p>The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon is a competent business laptop with a lot of great features. First, let&rsquo;s talk hardware. This machine weighs well under three pounds and yet it manages to squeeze in an Intel Core i5-1335U, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of SSD storage. It has a decent amount of power, especially for such a lightweight laptop. You should be able to zip through office work, everyday activities, and more. The 14-inch 1200p display has a maximum brightness of 400 nits and a refresh rate of 60Hz, which should be clear enough for productivity tasks. Plus, you&rsquo;re getting a 1080p webcam, a backlight keyboard, a fingerprint reader, and ThinkPad&rsquo;s famously comfortable keyboard with the red nub in the middle.</p>
  3264.  
  3265.  
  3266. <p class="cta wp-block wp-block-button cta__btn_"><a class="cta__btn" href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lenovo.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fp%2Flaptops%2Fthinkpad%2Fthinkpadx1%2Fthinkpad-x1-carbon-gen-11-%2814-inch-intel%29%2F21hmcto1wwus1&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-550968-7-0-0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-vars-link-position="CTA Button">View Deal</a></p>
  3267.  
  3268.  
  3269. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-block faq-block"><h2 class="faq-block-title" id="faq"> FAQ </h2><hr class="block-horizotal-divider">
  3270. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">1.</span>
  3271. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-much-ram-will-i-need-in-my-laptop">How much RAM will I need in my laptop?</h3>
  3272.  
  3273.  
  3274.  
  3275. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3276. <p>You&rsquo;ll want at least 8GB, though 16GB is preferable, especially if you play games. Don&rsquo;t buy <em>laptops</em> with under 4GB of RAM or 128GB of SSD storage&mdash;though on a Chromebook or a budget Windows machine, this configuration is acceptable. Check out our article on <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/395018/how-much-ram-do-you-need-in-a-laptop.html">how much RAM does a laptop need</a> for more in-depth info.</p>
  3277. </div>
  3278. </div></div>
  3279.  
  3280.  
  3281.  
  3282. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">2.</span>
  3283. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="whats-the-difference-between-a-chromebook-and-a-windows-laptop">What&rsquo;s the difference between a Chromebook and a Windows laptop?</h3>
  3284.  
  3285.  
  3286.  
  3287. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3288. <p>The one big difference between a Chromebook and a Windows laptop is the operating system. Chromebooks run ChromeOS and Windows run, well, Microsoft Windows. Chromebooks make good everyday machines because they&rsquo;re designed for browsing the web, checking e-mail, and so on. They use less resources and are generally more affordable than the Windows variety. They also don&rsquo;t need antivirus protection. A Windows laptop is a lot more versatile in what it can do, and not just in terms of running local programs. You can really pump a Windows laptop up with a ton of RAM, storage, and so on. </p>
  3289. </div>
  3290. </div></div>
  3291.  
  3292.  
  3293.  
  3294. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">3.</span>
  3295. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="when-should-i-look-for-a-laptop-deal">When should I look for a laptop deal?</h3>
  3296.  
  3297.  
  3298.  
  3299. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3300. <p>You&rsquo;ll likely find the best laptop deals during Prime Day (mid-July), Black Friday (November 29th), and back-to-school season (June-August). Sure, you&rsquo;ll find good laptop deals throughout the year, but if you really want to save big, we&rsquo;d recommend scoping out your favorite online retailers during those times.  </p>
  3301. </div>
  3302. </div></div>
  3303.  
  3304.  
  3305.  
  3306. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">4.</span>
  3307. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="which-retailers-offer-the-best-deals">Which retailers offer the best deals?</h3>
  3308.  
  3309.  
  3310.  
  3311. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  3312. <p>You can find all kinds of deals across a wide range of online retailers such as Newegg, Walmart, Best Buy, Amazon, and so on. However, we&rsquo;d recommend checking out deals from laptop manufacturers like Lenovo, HP, and Dell. You&rsquo;ll usually find many different configurations on sale and the discounts can be pretty darn steep. </p>
  3313. </div>
  3314. </div></div>
  3315. </div>
  3316.  
  3317.  
  3318.  
  3319. <p>For more options, check out PCWorld&rsquo;s roundup of the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/436674/the-best-pc-laptops-of-the-year.html">best laptops</a> available right now.</p>
  3320.  
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  3326. <title>My best desktop organization gadget is a humble carabiner</title>
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  3333.  
  3334.  
  3335. <p>I&rsquo;m kind of obsessed with my desktop PC setup, since it&rsquo;s where I do almost all of my work and a good chunk of my relaxation. There are a lot of us out there &mdash; just check out <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.reddit.com/r/battlestations/&amp;xcust=2-1-2321697-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">Reddit&rsquo;s &ldquo;battlestation&rdquo; sub</a> if you doubt me. And while I&rsquo;ve recommended a bunch of small upgrades before, like <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1680265/these-24-desk-accessories-changed-real-pc-users-lives.html">a headset holder or power cable trays</a>, the thing I use most often is a humble carabiner. </p>
  3336.  
  3337.  
  3338.  
  3339. <p>See, no matter how much of your system is fixed in place, eventually you just need a USB cable. As a huge fan of wireless gizmos I need to charge my keyboard, mouse, headset, <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1479939/i-got-tired-of-waiting-for-a-wireless-gaming-pc-keypad-so-i-made-my-own.html">gaming keypad thingie</a>, and various other gadgets on a pretty regular basis, to say nothing of just transferring data or plugging in a microphone. There&rsquo;s no such thing as a cable-free desktop, not even if you&rsquo;ve spent literally hours on cable management like I have. </p>
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  3372.  
  3373.  
  3374.  
  3375. <p>My solution is to make a sort of &ldquo;key ring&rdquo; for my most often-used external cables. I take my must-have data and charging cables, loop them loosely, then tie them in a knot so they can&rsquo;t tangle with each other. And then I stick the top loop through a carabiner. I added a basic household hook to one of the legs of my standing desk to make sure they&rsquo;re always in reach. </p>
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  3410. <a class="product-widget__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07X31FG6Z?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Cable Matters 6-foot USB C cable" data-vars-product-id="547927" data-vars-category="Mobile" data-vars-manufacturer-id="15482" data-vars-manufacturer="Cable Matters" data-vars-vendor="amazon," data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="547927" data-vars-link-position-id="005" data-vars-link-position="Product Sidebar" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07X31FG6Z?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$17.99 at  Amazon</a> </span>
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  3413. </div>
  3414. </div>
  3415.  
  3417.  
  3418.  
  3419. <p>At the moment my &ldquo;key ring&rdquo; has four cables on it, plus a flash drive, though I&rsquo;ve added and subtracted over the years as needed. I have a MicroUSB-to-USB-A cable with Razer&rsquo;s proprietary head, for infrequent charging of my <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1991427/my-favorite-razer-wireless-mouse-is-60-off-for-prime-day.html">Razer Naga Pro mouse</a> and my customized keypad. I&rsquo;ve got two USB-C-to-USB-A cables for various recharges and data transfers, most notably phones and tablets. And finally I have <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/395115/the-best-usb-c-cables-for-charging-and-transferring-data.html">USB-C-to-USB-C</a> for the occasional super-fast data from my camera connected via the front port on my desktop, or programming <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1966306/best-mechanical-keyboards.html">my Keychron keyboard</a> with VIA. </p>
  3420.  
  3421.  
  3422.  
  3423. <p>I used to have an even older cable on there, MiniUSB-to-USB-A, to connect with my old Yeti microphone for meetings. But I <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0986WC2ZQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">equipped that sucker with a little adapter</a> that&rsquo;s permanently in place to cut down even more. </p>
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  3456.  
  3457.  
  3458.  
  3459. <p>With the addition of a camera card reader, this covers my connection needs about 99 percent of the time, saving me from needing to dive into multiple drawers full of cable rat nests to hunt down something specific. All these are within reach in a few seconds, easy to remove via the carabiner loop, and often don&rsquo;t even need me to untie them to accomplish my goal. </p>
  3460.  
  3461.  
  3462.  
  3463. <p>I should say that I&rsquo;ve been told <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1479939/i-got-tired-of-waiting-for-a-wireless-gaming-pc-keypad-so-i-made-my-own.html">looping and tying these cables is bad for them</a>, and will wear them out faster. That may or may not be true &mdash; in more than two decades working with computers professionally, I&rsquo;ve only seen a cable wear out from overuse three or four times. And it&rsquo;s not like these are hard to replace, and none of them are carrying dangerous amounts of electricity. </p>
  3464.  
  3465.  
  3466.  
  3467. <p>So yeah, I&rsquo;d suggest this method for anybody who uses a desktop PC in conjunction with lots of wireless gadgets. You probably have a cheap carabiner lying around somewhere (I like <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HUC2VPI/?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">Nite-Ize</a> if you want to go fancy), and you can <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001B0WNLW/?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">get a sturdy hook for just a few bucks</a>. Give it a try, and I promise you&rsquo;ll save yourself some time digging around for cables. </p>
  3468.  
  3469.  
  3470.  
  3471. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote">
  3472. <p><strong>Further reading: </strong><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/395115/the-best-usb-c-cables-for-charging-and-transferring-data.html">These best USB-C cables for transferring data and charging</a></p>
  3473. </blockquote>
  3474.  
  3475. <category>Desktop PCs</category></body></div>
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  3477. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2321697/my-best-desktop-organization-gadget-is-a-carabiner.html</link>
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  3480. <title>SanDisk Desk Drive USB SSD review: High capacity, 10Gbps performance</title>
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  3482. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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  3487.  
  3488. <div id="review-body" class="review"><span class="review-title">At a glance</span><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="experts-rating">Expert's Rating</h3><div class="starRating" style="--rating: 4;" aria-label="Rating of this product is 4 out of 5."></div>
  3489. <div><div class="review-columns"><div class="review-column"><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="pros">Pros</h3><ul class="pros review-list"><li>Available in large 4TB and 8TB capacities</li><li>Good 10Gbps performer</li><li>Attractive and unusual, if somewhat large, heat-shedding design</li></ul></div><div class="review-column"><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="cons">Cons</h3><ul class="cons review-list"><li>Requires AC adapter</li></ul></div></div></div><h3 class="review-subTitle review-subTitle--borderTop" id="our-verdict">Our Verdict</h3><p class="verdict">More capacity is always better when it comes to storage, and the Desk Drive USB SSD from SanDisk delivers that in either 4TB or 8TB flavors, along with good 10Gbps performance. </p>
  3490. </div><h3 class="review-price" id="price-when-reviewed">Price When Reviewed</h3><p>4TB: $250 I 8TB: $700 </p>
  3491. <h3 class="review-best-price" id="best-prices-today-sandisk-desk-drive-10gbps-usb-ssd">
  3492. Best Prices Today: SanDisk Desk Drive 10Gbps USB SSD </h3>
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  3513. $249.99 </span>
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  3541.  
  3542.  
  3543. <p>SanDisk&rsquo;s new 10Gbps USB Desk Drive is all about capacity. In fact, it ships <em>only</em> in larger 4TB and 8TB flavors, for $250 and $700 MSRP, respectively &mdash; demonstrating a real commitment to a marketing strategy that frames the product as a hard drive replacement.</p>
  3544.  
  3545.  
  3546.  
  3547. <p>The Desk Drive is also on the large side for an external SSD and requires external power to function, which while not unheard for an external USB drive of this capacity is a bit unusual for a drive that is only 10Gbps. Perhaps SanDisk is trying to make hard drive transitioners more comfortable?</p>
  3548.  
  3549.  
  3550.  
  3551. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote">
  3552. <p><strong>Further reading:</strong> See our roundup of the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/406861/best-external-drives.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/406861/best-external-drives.html">best external drives</a> to learn about competing products.</p>
  3553. </blockquote>
  3554.  
  3555.  
  3556.  
  3557. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-are-the-sandisk-desk-drives-features">What are the Sandisk Desk Drive&rsquo;s features?</h2>
  3558.  
  3559.  
  3560.  
  3561. <p>I&rsquo;ve already spilled some of the beans on this subject &mdash; however, as to its size, the Desk Drive measures a rather solid 3.9-inches wide and long, and about 1.5-inches between the slightly concave top and anti-skid bottom. It&rsquo;s colored in SanDisk&rsquo;s familiar dark gray, with orange piping encircling the unit near the vertical mid-point of the enclosure.  </p>
  3562.  
  3563.  
  3564.  
  3565. <p>The back of the Desk Drive has the Type-C USB port, AC adapter jack, and a Kensington lock port. And yes, the drive requires an external power source which the company provides. We did try to use the drive without it, and no dice. </p>
  3566.  
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  3588. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The SanDisk Desk Drive requires external power to function as you can see from the round port in this image.</figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  3594. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2323701" width="1200" height="800" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The SanDisk Desk Drive requires external power to function as you can see from the round port in this image.</figcaption></figure></div>
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  3598.  
  3599.  
  3600.  
  3601. <p>SanDisk apparently learned from its own <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/398774/sandisk-extreme-pro-portable-ssd-review.html">Extreme Pro</a> whose data-wiping issues may have stemmed from a lack of power, and <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/399141/seagate-firecuda-gaming-ssd-review.html">Seagate&rsquo;s FireCuda Gaming SSD</a> 20Gbps SSD, which would only perform at 10Gbps on some systems, likely due to the same issue (although thermal throttling could have been the culprit). Note that I have tested many a 10Gbps and 20Gbps SSD that performs just fine using only bus power.</p>
  3602.  
  3603.  
  3604.  
  3605. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-much-does-the-desk-drive-cost">How much does the Desk Drive cost?</h2>
  3606.  
  3607.  
  3608.  
  3609. <p>Though I already covered pricing up top, it&rsquo;s helpful to discuss the Desk Drive&rsquo;s price in relation to what it&rsquo;s intended to replace &mdash; a hard drive. At the time of this writing you could find a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Seagate-Expansion-Desktop-Drive-Black/dp/B092R5KTT7/?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">name brand external 8TB hard drive for $150</a> &mdash; around 21 percent of the $700 (MSRP) 8TB Desk Drive. Of course, the hard drive provides only around 10 percent of the performance.</p>
  3610.  
  3611.  
  3612.  
  3613. <p>So the equation remains roughly the same when it comes to HDDs and SSDs: The former are significantly cheaper per gigabyte, while the latter are far faster, less delicate, and more reliable. That said, HDD reliability is much better than it used to be.</p>
  3614.  
  3615.  
  3616.  
  3617. <p>Buy according to need. If your backup is firing off in the middle of the night when speed doesn&rsquo;t matter as much, go HDD and get a couple for redundancy. If you&rsquo;re constantly banging on your external storage for work when seconds, minutes, or hours count, pony up the extra bucks for an SSD.</p>
  3618.  
  3619.  
  3620.  
  3621. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-fast-is-the-sandisk-desk-drive">How fast is the SanDisk Desk Drive?</h2>
  3622.  
  3623.  
  3624.  
  3625. <p>As a 10Gbps USB SSD, the 8TB Desk Drive I tested is of course light years faster than a hard drive and held its own in our testing against its 10Gbps rivals. That said, it&rsquo;s no match for 20Gbps or 40Gbps SSDs, which generally double the benchmark results and halve the transfer times.  </p>
  3626.  
  3627.  
  3628.  
  3629. <p>CrystalDiskMark 8 rated the Desk Drive as very facile in sequential transfers for a 10Gbps USB SSD as you can see below. It wasn&rsquo;t the fastest in every test, but overall it performed quite well.</p>
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  3652. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The SanDisk Desk Drive was very competitive in CrystalDiskMark 8.</p> </figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  3656. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="SanDisk Desk Drive CDM8 Seq" class="wp-image-2324567" width="1200" height="606" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The SanDisk Desk Drive was very competitive in CrystalDiskMark 8.</p> </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Jon L. Jacobi</p></div>
  3657. </div>
  3658. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="SanDisk Desk Drive CDM8 Seq" class="wp-image-2324567" width="1200" height="606" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The SanDisk Desk Drive was very competitive in CrystalDiskMark 8.</p> </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Jon L. Jacobi</p></div>
  3659. </div>
  3660. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  3661. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Jon L. Jacobi</p></div>
  3662.  
  3663.  
  3664.  
  3665. <p>The results were more mixed in the random 4K operations. The Desk Drive was fastest in two tests and below average in the other two. As you may notice, this is not unusual for external SSDs &mdash; a couple of the other drives are inconsistent as well.</p>
  3666.  
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  3688. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The SanDisk Desk Drive wasn&rsquo;t quite as fast in random operations, but bested the competition  in two of the four tests.</figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  3692. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2323679" width="1200" height="582" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The SanDisk Desk Drive wasn&rsquo;t quite as fast in random operations, but bested the competition  in two of the four tests.</figcaption></figure></div>
  3693. </div>
  3694. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2323679" width="1200" height="582" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The SanDisk Desk Drive wasn&rsquo;t quite as fast in random operations, but bested the competition  in two of the four tests.</figcaption></figure></div>
  3695. </div>
  3696. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  3697. </div></figure></div>
  3698.  
  3699.  
  3700.  
  3701. <p>The SanDisk Desk Drive is a hair behind the curve in 48GB transfers, but not enough to significantly impact your buying decision.</p>
  3702.  
  3703.  
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  3724. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The SanDisk Desk Drive was a tad off the pace in our 48GB transfers, but only just.</p> </figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  3728. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Sandisk Desk Drive 48GB" class="wp-image-2323705" style="width:1196px;height:auto" width="1200" height="600" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The SanDisk Desk Drive was a tad off the pace in our 48GB transfers, but only just.</p> </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Jon L. Jacobi</p></div>
  3729. </div>
  3730. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Sandisk Desk Drive 48GB" class="wp-image-2323705" style="width:1196px;height:auto" width="1200" height="600" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The SanDisk Desk Drive was a tad off the pace in our 48GB transfers, but only just.</p> </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Jon L. Jacobi</p></div>
  3731. </div>
  3732. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  3733. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Jon L. Jacobi</p></div>
  3734.  
  3735.  
  3736.  
  3737. <p>Being an 8TB drive, I wasn&rsquo;t expecting the Desk Drive to slow down at all in in our 450GB write &mdash; it didn&rsquo;t. Once I threw another 2TB at the drive, performance wavered a bit &mdash; waffling between 250MBps and 900MBps. This was undoubtedly some smart secondary caching going on with varying degrees of success.</p>
  3738.  
  3739.  
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  3760. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The SanDisk Desk Drive was also competitive, if not outrageously speedy in the 450 GB write.</figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  3763. </button>
  3764. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2323681" width="1200" height="600" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The SanDisk Desk Drive was also competitive, if not outrageously speedy in the 450 GB write.</figcaption></figure></div>
  3765. </div>
  3766. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2323681" width="1200" height="600" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The SanDisk Desk Drive was also competitive, if not outrageously speedy in the 450 GB write.</figcaption></figure></div>
  3767. </div>
  3768. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  3769. </div></figure></div>
  3770.  
  3771.  
  3772.  
  3773. <p>There&rsquo;s little distinction performance-wise between the SanDisk Desk Drive and its competitors. This puts the buying decision down to price and form factor. All its rivals in the charts above are smaller and more portable.</p>
  3774.  
  3775.  
  3776.  
  3777. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="should-you-buy-the-sandisk-desk-drive">Should you buy the SanDisk Desk Drive?</h2>
  3778.  
  3779.  
  3780.  
  3781. <p>If you&rsquo;re looking for high-capacity, high-speed upgrade from external hard drives, then the Sandisk Desk Drive will do the job nicely. It also looks good next to your PC, in my opinion. That said, there&rsquo;s a lot of competition out there, especially at the 4TB capacity. Shop carefully. </p>
  3782.  
  3783.  
  3784.  
  3785. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-we-test">How we test</h2>
  3786.  
  3787.  
  3788.  
  3789. <p><em>Drive tests currently utilize Windows 11, 64-bit running on an X790 (PCIe 4.0/5.0) motherboard/i5-12400 CPU combo with two Kingston Fury 32GB DDR5 4800MHz modules (64GB of memory total). Both 20Gbps USB/Thunderbolt 4 are integrated to the back panel and Intel CPU/GPU graphics are used. The 48GB transfer tests utilize an ImDisk RAM disk taking up 58GB of the 64GB of total memory. The 450GB file is transferred from a <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=http://Talking%20to%20Phison,%20it%20seems%20likely%20that%20the%20Micron%20N48%20NAND%20is%20simply%20blazing%20in%20pSLC%20mode%20(pseudo%20Single%20Level%20Cell/1-bit)%20and%20the%20E21T%20improves%20greatly%20on%20HMB%20performance.%20Whatever%20the%20reason,%20you%20get%20real%20world%20sustained%20transfers%20we've%20only%20seen%20with%20the%20latest%20PCIe%205.0%20drives.&amp;xcust=2-1-2150957-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/article/2150957/owc-express-1m2-usb4-ssd-review.html">2TB Samsung 990 Pro</a> which also runs the OS.</em></p>
  3790.  
  3791.  
  3792.  
  3793. <p><em>Each test is performed on a newly NTFS-formatted and TRIM&rsquo;d drive so the results are optimal. Note that in normal use, as a drive fills up, performance may decrease due to less NAND for secondary caching, as well as other factors. This is less of a factor with the current crop of SSDs with their far faster NAND.</em></p>
  3794.  
  3795.  
  3796.  
  3797. <p><em><strong>Caveat: </strong>The performance numbers shown apply only to the drive we were shipped and to the capacity tested. SSD performance can and will vary by capacity due to more or fewer chips to shotgun reads/writes across and the amount of NAND available for secondary caching.</em> <em>Vendors also occasionally swap components. If you ever notice a large discrepancy between the performance you experience and that which w</em>e report<em>, by all means, let us know.</em></p>
  3798.  
  3799. <category>Computer Storage Devices, Storage</category></body></div>
  3800. ]]></description>
  3801. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2322133/sandisk-desk-drive-usb-ssd-review.html</link>
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  3803. <item>
  3804. <title>SK Hynix Tube T31 review: Looks like a USB drive, performs like a SSD</title>
  3805. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/SK-Hynix-Tube-T31-cropped-hero.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="839327" type="image/jpeg" />
  3806. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
  3807. <description><![CDATA[
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  3810.  
  3811.  
  3812. <div id="review-body" class="review"><img decoding="async" class="review-logo" src="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/PC-ED-CHOICE.png" alt="Editors' Choice" loading="lazy" /><span class="review-title">At a glance</span><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="experts-rating">Expert's Rating</h3><div class="starRating" style="--rating: 4.5;" aria-label="Rating of this product is 4.5 out of 5."></div>
  3813. <div><div class="review-columns"><div class="review-column"><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="pros">Pros</h3><ul class="pros review-list"><li>Fast like an external SSD</li><li>Decently affordable</li><li>Small form factor</li><li>Captive Type-A USB connector</li></ul></div><div class="review-column"><h3 class="review-subTitle" id="cons">Cons</h3><ul class="cons review-list"><li> Costs more than the common thumb drive</li></ul></div></div></div><h3 class="review-subTitle review-subTitle--borderTop" id="our-verdict">Our Verdict</h3><p class="verdict">SK Hynix&rsquo;s Tube T31 looks like a standard Type-A USB thumb drive, but performs more like the external SSD it actually is. Fast, portable, universally connectable. Nice.</p>
  3814. </div><h3 class="review-price" id="price-when-reviewed">Price When Reviewed</h3><p>512GB: $80 I 1TB: $100</p>
  3815. <h3 class="review-best-price" id="best-prices-today-sk-hynix-tube-t31-usb-ssd-stick">
  3816. Best Prices Today: SK Hynix Tube T31 USB SSD stick </h3>
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  3826. <span>Price</span>
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  3837. $79.99 </span>
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  3878.  
  3879.  
  3880. <p>SK Hynix is nothing if not creative with naming. Witness the previously reviewed scarab-shaped <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1966408/sk-hynix-beetle-x31-review-speedy-affordable-10gbps-usb-ssd-with-up-to-2tb.html">Beetle</a>, and now the Tube T31. The Tube T31 is, in fact, a Type-A USB stick, aka thumb/flash drive or &ldquo;tube&rdquo; if you will &mdash; at least in shape and design. </p>
  3881.  
  3882.  
  3883.  
  3884. <p>Internally, however the T31 features NVMe and 10Gbps USB and performs more like the cable-attached external 10Gbps USB SSDs we review &mdash; i.e., it&rsquo;s fast. </p>
  3885.  
  3886.  
  3887.  
  3888. <p><em>Note that while we distinguish between what&rsquo;s commonly referred to as a thumb drive and external SSDs, the former is in fact a type of the latter. The major difference being that a commodity thumb drive generally uses older, slower technology such as SATA and USB 5Gbps.</em></p>
  3889.  
  3890.  
  3891.  
  3892. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote">
  3893. <p><strong>Further reading:</strong> See our roundup of the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/406861/best-external-drives.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/406861/best-external-drives.html">best external drives</a> to learn about competing products.</p>
  3894. </blockquote>
  3895.  
  3896.  
  3897.  
  3898. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-are-the-sk-hynix-tube-t31s-features">What are the SK Hynix Tube T31&rsquo;s features?</h2>
  3899.  
  3900.  
  3901.  
  3902. <p>The Tube T31 is a Type-A USB 3.2, 10Gb/s SSD that weighs around 1.2 ounces and measures approximately 3.6-inches long, by 1.17-inches wide, by 0.54 inches thick. While SK Hynix wasn&rsquo;t specific about the internals, the performance tells me the internal transport is NVMe and the NAND is likely QLC. </p>
  3903.  
  3904.  
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  3925. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The SK Hynix Tube T31 with its end cap on, looking vaguely tube-like.</figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  3929. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2302227" width="1200" height="478" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The SK Hynix Tube T31 with its end cap on, looking vaguely tube-like.</figcaption></figure></div>
  3930. </div>
  3931. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2302227" width="1200" height="478" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The SK Hynix Tube T31 with its end cap on, looking vaguely tube-like.</figcaption></figure></div>
  3932. </div>
  3933. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  3934. </div></figure></div>
  3935.  
  3936.  
  3937.  
  3938. <p>As you can see from the images, the Tube T31 is black, with the only styling flourishes being the silver of the logo and, when the cap is removed, the Type-A connector.</p>
  3939.  
  3940.  
  3941.  
  3942. <p>SK Hynix warranties the T31 for three years. The warranty is limited, as all warranties are, so overuse (writing too much data) and physical abuse will give the company the option to ignore a claim. </p>
  3943.  
  3944.  
  3945.  
  3946. <p>No mention is made of the T31&rsquo;s TBW rating (terabytes that may be written), but it&rsquo;s likely around the industry average of 600TBW per 1TB of NAND. That&rsquo;s a lot of data and more than you&rsquo;re likely to write in a decade, let alone three years.</p>
  3947.  
  3948.  
  3949.  
  3950. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-much-is-the-sk-hynix-tube-t31">How much is the SK Hynix Tube T31?</h2>
  3951.  
  3952.  
  3953.  
  3954. <p>The 1TB Tube T31 is currently available on Amazon for <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQZCWHTQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=external%2Bssd&amp;qid=1705283105&amp;sr=8-1&amp;th=1&amp;tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">$100</a>, while the 512MB capacity is <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQZC79TZ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=external%2Bssd&amp;qid=1705283105&amp;sr=8-1&amp;th=1&amp;tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">$80</a>. That&rsquo;s pricey if you think of it as a thumb drive, but quite reasonable if you compare it with other high-powered external SSDs, such as SK Hynix&rsquo; aforementioned Beetle.</p>
  3955.  
  3956.  
  3957.  
  3958. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-fast-is-the-tube-t31">How fast is the Tube T31?</h2>
  3959.  
  3960.  
  3961.  
  3962. <p>As discussed, the Tube T31 is very fast for a thumb drive. Easily the fastest we&rsquo;ve tested &mdash; neither the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1480094/teamgroup-c212-usb-drive-review.html">Teamgroup C212</a> nor the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1804293/pny-pro-elite-v2-usb-stick-review.html">PNY Pro Elite V2</a> thumb drives could keep up. Note that the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2020886/kingston-xs1000-external-ssd-review.html">Kingston XS1000</a>, which did keep up in some tests, is a Type-C cable attached SSD, not a thumb drive, but is actually a tad smaller overall than the Tube T31. It&rsquo;s priced similarly so we threw it in the ring.</p>
  3963.  
  3964.  
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  3985. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Neither of the other two thumb drive hold a candle to the Tube T31 in sequential transfer. Longer bars are better.</figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  3988. </button>
  3989. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2302056" width="1200" height="606" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Neither of the other two thumb drive hold a candle to the Tube T31 in sequential transfer. Longer bars are better.</figcaption></figure></div>
  3990. </div>
  3991. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2302056" width="1200" height="606" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Neither of the other two thumb drive hold a candle to the Tube T31 in sequential transfer. Longer bars are better.</figcaption></figure></div>
  3992. </div>
  3993. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  3994. </div></figure></div>
  3995.  
  3996.  
  3997.  
  3998. <p>As you can see above, CrystalDiskMark 8 rated the Tube T31 as very fast at transferring large files. It also ruled the roost among the three drives in random 4K performance, as shown below.</p>
  3999.  
  4000.  
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  4018. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4019. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
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  4021. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Tube T31 offers very good random 4K performance. Longer bars are better.</figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  4023. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewbox="0 0 24 24" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" focusable="false"><path d="M13 11.8l6.1-6.3-1-1-6.1 6.2-6.1-6.2-1 1 6.1 6.3-6.5 6.7 1 1 6.5-6.6 6.5 6.6 1-1z"></path></svg>
  4024. </button>
  4025. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2302057" width="1200" height="582" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Tube T31 offers very good random 4K performance. Longer bars are better.</figcaption></figure></div>
  4026. </div>
  4027. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2302057" width="1200" height="582" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Tube T31 offers very good random 4K performance. Longer bars are better.</figcaption></figure></div>
  4028. </div>
  4029. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  4030. </div></figure></div>
  4031.  
  4032.  
  4033.  
  4034. <p>You wouldn&rsquo;t think the T31 was a thumb drive looking at the 48GB transfer results below. It is, though obviously not garden variety.</p>
  4035.  
  4036.  
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  4053. }' data-wp-interactive class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-effect--setstylesonresize="effects.core.image.setStylesOnResize" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.setButtonStyles" data-wp-init="effects.core.image.initOriginImage" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.showLightbox" data-wp-on--load="actions.core.image.handleLoad" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/SK-Hynix-Tube-T31-48GB.jpg?quality=50&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1200" alt="" class="wp-image-2302058" width="1200" height="600" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge image" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="context.core.image.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="context.core.image.imageButtonTop">
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  4055. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4056. </svg>
  4057. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">These are times more commensurate with external SSDs. Shorter bars are better.</figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
  4058. <button type="button" aria-label="Close" style="fill: #000" class="close-button" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox">
  4059. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewbox="0 0 24 24" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" focusable="false"><path d="M13 11.8l6.1-6.3-1-1-6.1 6.2-6.1-6.2-1 1 6.1 6.3-6.5 6.7 1 1 6.5-6.6 6.5 6.6 1-1z"></path></svg>
  4060. </button>
  4061. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2302058" width="1200" height="600" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">These are times more commensurate with external SSDs. Shorter bars are better.</figcaption></figure></div>
  4062. </div>
  4063. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2302058" width="1200" height="600" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">These are times more commensurate with external SSDs. Shorter bars are better.</figcaption></figure></div>
  4064. </div>
  4065. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  4066. </div></figure></div>
  4067.  
  4068.  
  4069.  
  4070. <p>While middling for an external 10Gbps SSD, the T31&rsquo;s 450GB write time is fantastic, again, for a thumb drive. </p>
  4071.  
  4072.  
  4073.  
  4074. <p><em>The PNY Pro Elite V2 from the previous charts is not included here as its 256MB capacity didn&rsquo;t allow for a 450GB write.</em></p>
  4075.  
  4076.  
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  4095. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
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  4097. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">This is an excellent 450GB write time by the Tube T31. The other thumb drives came nowhere close. Shorter bars are better.</figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  4099. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewbox="0 0 24 24" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" focusable="false"><path d="M13 11.8l6.1-6.3-1-1-6.1 6.2-6.1-6.2-1 1 6.1 6.3-6.5 6.7 1 1 6.5-6.6 6.5 6.6 1-1z"></path></svg>
  4100. </button>
  4101. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2302059" width="1200" height="600" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">This is an excellent 450GB write time by the Tube T31. The other thumb drives came nowhere close. Shorter bars are better.</figcaption></figure></div>
  4102. </div>
  4103. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2302059" width="1200" height="600" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">This is an excellent 450GB write time by the Tube T31. The other thumb drives came nowhere close. Shorter bars are better.</figcaption></figure></div>
  4104. </div>
  4105. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  4106. </div></figure></div>
  4107.  
  4108.  
  4109.  
  4110. <p>I mentioned up top that QLC is the likely type of NAND involved. This is largely based on the write rate dropping to around 255MBps when secondary cache was exhausted. And it was exhausted at around the 95 percent mark of the 450GB write, which added quite a few seconds to the Tube T31&rsquo;s time. This type of write is not something most users will ever perform, so don&rsquo;t weigh this result heavily in your buying decision.</p>
  4111.  
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  4133. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Once the secondary cache is exhausted, the Tube T31&rsquo;s write rate drops to around 235MBps. </figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  4136. </button>
  4137. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2303189" width="1010" height="702" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Once the secondary cache is exhausted, the Tube T31&rsquo;s write rate drops to around 235MBps. </figcaption></figure></div>
  4138. </div>
  4139. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="" class="wp-image-2303189" width="1010" height="702" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Once the secondary cache is exhausted, the Tube T31&rsquo;s write rate drops to around 235MBps. </figcaption></figure></div>
  4140. </div>
  4141. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  4142. </div></figure></div>
  4143.  
  4144.  
  4145.  
  4146. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="should-you-buy-the-sk-hynix-tube-t31">Should you buy the SK Hynix Tube T31?</h2>
  4147.  
  4148.  
  4149.  
  4150. <p>If you want the speed of an external SSD, but the convenience of a captive Type-A connector and a svelte form factor, the Tube T31 is what you seek. It&rsquo;s the one I&rsquo;ll be keeping in my pocket, which is indeed &mdash; a recommendation.</p>
  4151.  
  4152.  
  4153.  
  4154. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-we-test">How we test</h2>
  4155.  
  4156.  
  4157.  
  4158. <p><em>Drive tests currently utilize Windows 11, 64-bit running on an X790 (PCIe 4.0/5.0) motherboard/i5-12400 CPU combo with two Kingston Fury 32GB DDR5 4800MHz modules (64GB of memory total). Both 20Gbps USB/Thunderbolt 4 are integrated to the back panel and Intel CPU/GPU graphics are used. The 48GB transfer tests utilize an ImDisk RAM disk taking up 58GB of the 64GB of total memory. The 450GB file is transferred from a <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=http://Talking%20to%20Phison,%20it%20seems%20likely%20that%20the%20Micron%20N48%20NAND%20is%20simply%20blazing%20in%20pSLC%20mode%20(pseudo%20Single%20Level%20Cell/1-bit)%20and%20the%20E21T%20improves%20greatly%20on%20HMB%20performance.%20Whatever%20the%20reason,%20you%20get%20real%20world%20sustained%20transfers%20we've%20only%20seen%20with%20the%20latest%20PCIe%205.0%20drives.&amp;xcust=2-1-2150957-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/article/2150957/owc-express-1m2-usb4-ssd-review.html">2TB Samsung 990 Pro</a> which also runs the OS.</em></p>
  4159.  
  4160.  
  4161.  
  4162. <p><em>Each test is performed on a newly NTFS-formatted and TRIM&rsquo;d drive so the results are optimal. Note that in normal use, as a drive fills up, performance may decrease due to less NAND for secondary caching, as well as other factors. This is less of a factor with the current crop of SSDs with their far faster NAND.</em></p>
  4163.  
  4164.  
  4165.  
  4166. <p><em><strong>Caveat: </strong>The performance numbers shown apply only to the drive we were shipped and to the capacity tested. SSD performance can and will vary by capacity due to more or fewer chips to shotgun reads/writes across and the amount of NAND available for secondary caching.</em> <em>Vendors also occasionally swap components. If you ever notice a large discrepancy between the performance you experience and that which w</em>e report<em>, by all means, let us know.</em></p>
  4167.  
  4168.  
  4169.  
  4170. <p></p>
  4171.  
  4172. <category>Storage</category></body></div>
  4173. ]]></description>
  4174. <link>https://www.pcworld.com/article/2257928/sk-hynix-tube-t31-review.html</link>
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  4176. <item>
  4177. <title>Windows is full of mysterious processes and files. What’s behind them?</title>
  4178. <enclosure url="https://www.pcworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/shutterstock_2224465343_d56a1f.jpg?quality=50&#038;strip=all" length="165788" type="image/jpeg" />
  4179. <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 10:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
  4180. <description><![CDATA[
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  4182. <body><section class="wp-block-bigbite-multi-title"><div class="container"></div></section>
  4183.  
  4184.  
  4185.  
  4186. <p>The Windows system consists of thousands of files. Many of them have strange names, others have extensions that most users have never seen before. Normally you do not need to worry about these files.</p>
  4187.  
  4188.  
  4189.  
  4190. <p>Windows is designed to configure, optimize, and in many cases even repair itself. It is neither intended nor desired that the user intervenes in the system, deletes, or modifies files.</p>
  4191.  
  4192.  
  4193.  
  4194. <p>However, if you would like to know more about how Windows works internally, what tasks the individual components have, and how they work together, this is the right article for you.</p>
  4195.  
  4196.  
  4197.  
  4198. <p>We will highlight the files that stand out from the mass of files due to their name, size, or function.</p>
  4199.  
  4200.  
  4201.  
  4202. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote">
  4203. <p><strong>Further reading:</strong> <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2306636/13-important-windows-settings-to-adjust-immediately.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2306636/13-important-windows-settings-to-adjust-immediately.html">13 important Windows settings to adjust immediately</a></p>
  4204. </blockquote>
  4205.  
  4206.  
  4207.  
  4208. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="huge-files-in-the-system-folder-hibernation-co">Huge files in the system folder: Hibernation &amp; Co.</h2>
  4209.  
  4210.  
  4211.  
  4212. <p>Windows is normally installed on the C: drive in the &ldquo;Windows&rdquo; folder. However, the system folder, often also called the root directory, already contains various files created by the operating system. Some of these can grow to a considerable size. </p>
  4213.  
  4214.  
  4215.  
  4216. <p>However, you can only see these files if you have deactivated the setting &ldquo;Hide protected system files (recommended)&rdquo; in the &ldquo;Folder options&rdquo; of the Explorer in the &ldquo;View&rdquo; tab.</p>
  4217.  
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  4237. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
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  4239. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>To see the system files, you need to uncheck a box in the Windows Explorer view options.</p>
  4240. </figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  4243. </button>
  4244. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Windows Explorer view options" class="wp-image-2323479" width="379" height="484" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>To see the system files, you need to uncheck a box in the Windows Explorer view options.</p>
  4245. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Foundry</p></div>
  4246. </div>
  4247. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Windows Explorer view options" class="wp-image-2323479" width="379" height="484" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>To see the system files, you need to uncheck a box in the Windows Explorer view options.</p>
  4248. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Foundry</p></div>
  4249. </div>
  4250. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  4251. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Foundry</p></div>
  4252.  
  4253.  
  4254.  
  4255. <p>Most space is taken up by<strong> hiberfil.sys</strong>, which can be several gigabytes in size. The name is a short form of &ldquo;hibernate file,&rdquo; which means hibernation file. If you select hibernate mode when shutting down the PC, Windows saves the current contents of the RAM in this file, including all active applications and open documents. </p>
  4256.  
  4257.  
  4258.  
  4259. <p>As soon as you switch the computer back on, you can immediately continue working from where you left off. The more RAM you have, the larger hiberfil.sys will be.</p>
  4260.  
  4261.  
  4262.  
  4263. <p>The file cannot be deleted via Explorer, but it can be deleted via the command prompt: To do this, type <strong>cmd</strong> in the search field of the taskbar and click on &ldquo;Run as administrator.&rdquo; Now enter the command </p>
  4264.  
  4265.  
  4266.  
  4267. <pre class="wp-block-code"><code>powercfg /h off </code></pre>
  4268.  
  4269.  
  4270.  
  4271. <p>followed by the Enter key. Windows deletes the file without prompting you and deactivates hibernation. If desired, you can restore hibernation at any time with the command </p>
  4272.  
  4273.  
  4274.  
  4275. <pre class="wp-block-code"><code>powercfg /h on </code></pre>
  4276.  
  4277.  
  4278.  
  4279. <p>at any time.</p>
  4280.  
  4281.  
  4282.  
  4283. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="the-operating-system-creates-two-swap-files">The operating system creates two swap files</h2>
  4284.  
  4285.  
  4286.  
  4287. <p>The second conspicuously large file in the system folder is called <strong>pagefile.sys</strong>. This is the swap file that Windows always uses when there is not enough memory for the loaded programs and files. The operating system dynamically adjusts the size of pagefile.sys to the required memory.</p>
  4288.  
  4289.  
  4290. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{ "core":
  4291. { "image":
  4292. {   "imageLoaded": false,
  4293. "initialized": false,
  4294. "lightboxEnabled": false,
  4295. "hideAnimationEnabled": false,
  4296. "preloadInitialized": false,
  4297. "lightboxAnimation": "zoom",
  4298. "imageUploadedSrc": "",
  4299. "imageCurrentSrc": "",
  4300. "targetWidth": "none",
  4301. "targetHeight": "none",
  4302. "scaleAttr": "",
  4303. "dialogLabel": "Enlarged image"
  4304. }
  4305. }
  4306. }' data-wp-interactive class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-effect--setstylesonresize="effects.core.image.setStylesOnResize" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.setButtonStyles" data-wp-init="effects.core.image.initOriginImage" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.showLightbox" data-wp-on--load="actions.core.image.handleLoad" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/windows_ueberfluessige_dateien_2.jpg?quality=50&amp;strip=all" alt="&Uuml;ber den Eintrag &bdquo;SwapFileControl&ldquo; in der Windows Registry k&ouml;nnen Sie das Swapfile im Systemverzeichnis l&ouml;schen und auf Wunsch sp&auml;ter auch wieder anlegen." class="wp-image-2321261" width="731" height="519" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge image: &Uuml;ber den Eintrag &bdquo;SwapFileControl&ldquo; in der Windows Registry k&ouml;nnen Sie das Swapfile im Systemverzeichnis l&ouml;schen und auf Wunsch sp&auml;ter auch wieder anlegen." data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="context.core.image.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="context.core.image.imageButtonTop">
  4307. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4308. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4309. </svg>
  4310. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>You can use the &ldquo;SwapFileControl&rdquo; entry in the Windows registry to delete the swap file in the system directory and, if desired, create it again later.</p>
  4311. </figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
  4312. <button type="button" aria-label="Close" style="fill: #000" class="close-button" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox">
  4313. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewbox="0 0 24 24" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" focusable="false"><path d="M13 11.8l6.1-6.3-1-1-6.1 6.2-6.1-6.2-1 1 6.1 6.3-6.5 6.7 1 1 6.5-6.6 6.5 6.6 1-1z"></path></svg>
  4314. </button>
  4315. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="&Uuml;ber den Eintrag &bdquo;SwapFileControl&ldquo; in der Windows Registry k&ouml;nnen Sie das Swapfile im Systemverzeichnis l&ouml;schen und auf Wunsch sp&auml;ter auch wieder anlegen." class="wp-image-2321261" width="731" height="519" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>You can use the &ldquo;SwapFileControl&rdquo; entry in the Windows registry to delete the swap file in the system directory and, if desired, create it again later.</p>
  4316. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4317. </div>
  4318. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="&Uuml;ber den Eintrag &bdquo;SwapFileControl&ldquo; in der Windows Registry k&ouml;nnen Sie das Swapfile im Systemverzeichnis l&ouml;schen und auf Wunsch sp&auml;ter auch wieder anlegen." class="wp-image-2321261" width="731" height="519" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>You can use the &ldquo;SwapFileControl&rdquo; entry in the Windows registry to delete the swap file in the system directory and, if desired, create it again later.</p>
  4319. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4320. </div>
  4321. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  4322. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4323.  
  4324.  
  4325.  
  4326. <p>If there is sufficient RAM in the PC, you could consider deactivating pagefile.sys (deletion does not work). Although this is possible, it is not recommended. This is because the internal memory management accesses the file from time to time, even if there is space in the RAM. If the file is no longer available, error messages, including possible system crashes, will be displayed.</p>
  4327.  
  4328.  
  4329.  
  4330. <p>Thirdly, <strong>swapfile.sys</strong> appears in the main folder. This is also a swap file, but it is used exclusively for Windows apps. So that the RAM is not burdened by dormant or sleeping apps, they are moved to the file on the hard drive/SSD. </p>
  4331.  
  4332.  
  4333.  
  4334. <blockquote class="wp-block-quote">
  4335. <p><strong>Further reading:</strong> <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2311404/windows-11-moment-5-the-update-brings-these-new-features.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2311404/windows-11-moment-5-the-update-brings-these-new-features.html">4 just-added Windows 11 features that make your life easier</a></p>
  4336. </blockquote>
  4337.  
  4338.  
  4339.  
  4340. <p>Windows adjusts the size of swapfile.sys as required: If no apps are active, it is usually 16MB in size. If several apps are running, it can grow up to 256MB.</p>
  4341.  
  4342.  
  4343.  
  4344. <p>You can remove the file via the registry: To do this, open the path </p>
  4345.  
  4346.  
  4347.  
  4348. <pre class="wp-block-code"><code>HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager\Memory Management </code></pre>
  4349.  
  4350.  
  4351.  
  4352. <p>and create a new DWORD value called &ldquo;SwapfileControl&rdquo; after right-clicking in the right half of the window. Double-click on this and make sure that &ldquo;0&rdquo; is entered as the value. </p>
  4353.  
  4354.  
  4355.  
  4356. <p>This will cause swapfile.sys to disappear the next time you restart. Bear in mind that Windows apps may start more slowly as a result. To restore the file, delete the registry entry.</p>
  4357.  
  4358.  
  4359.  
  4360. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="windows-with-crash-log-and-hard-disk-test">Windows with crash log and hard disk test</h2>
  4361.  
  4362.  
  4363.  
  4364. <p>You will also find a file called <strong>DumpStack.log.tmp</strong> on C:. Windows logs system crashes in this file. In some cases, it slows down the start of the TOR network for anonymous surfing; without this file, the TOR browser sometimes connects much faster.</p>
  4365.  
  4366.  
  4367.  
  4368. <p>The DumpStack.log.tmp cannot simply be deleted as access is blocked. However, you can remove the block via the registry: To do this, go to the folder </p>
  4369.  
  4370.  
  4371.  
  4372. <pre class="wp-block-code"><code>HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\CrashControl </code></pre>
  4373.  
  4374.  
  4375.  
  4376. <p>and set the value of the &ldquo;Enable- LogFile&rdquo; key to &ldquo;0&rdquo;. After a restart, you can delete the DumpStack.log.tmp with the Explorer. There are no negative side effects to be feared; however, some crash logs can be helpful for support staff.</p>
  4377.  
  4378.  
  4379.  
  4380. <p>Sometimes you will also find the small file <strong>bootTel.dat</strong> in the system directory. Windows creates these files when you check the hard disk/SSD for errors. If you want to start an error search, type with administrator rights </p>
  4381.  
  4382.  
  4383.  
  4384. <pre class="wp-block-code"><code>chkdsk </code></pre>
  4385.  
  4386.  
  4387.  
  4388. <p>in the command prompt.</p>
  4389.  
  4390.  
  4391.  
  4392. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-box-text inline-box">
  4393. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="huge-folders-and-whats-behind-them">Huge folders and what&rsquo;s behind them</h2>
  4394.  
  4395.  
  4396.  
  4397. <p>According to Explorer or tools such as Treesize Free, <strong>WinSxS</strong> under C:\Windows is one of the largest Windows folders of all: It often takes up several gigabytes of storage space.</p>
  4398.  
  4399.  
  4400.  
  4401. <p>But this information is misleading. WinSxS collects thousands of hard links that refer to programs and system components on the hard drive. The total size of all linked files and programs appears as the folder size.</p>
  4402.  
  4403.  
  4404.  
  4405. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{ "core":
  4406. { "image":
  4407. {   "imageLoaded": false,
  4408. "initialized": false,
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  4420. }
  4421. }' data-wp-interactive class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-effect--setstylesonresize="effects.core.image.setStylesOnResize" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.setButtonStyles" data-wp-init="effects.core.image.initOriginImage" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.showLightbox" data-wp-on--load="actions.core.image.handleLoad" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/windows_ueberfluessige_dateien_6x.jpg?quality=50&amp;strip=all" alt="Der Ordner WinSxS ist auf diesem Computer der gr&ouml;&szlig;te Windows- Order &uuml;berhaupt. Doch der Eindruck t&auml;uscht, denn tats&auml;chlich wird hier Speicherplatz doppelt gez&auml;hlt." class="wp-image-2321269" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge image: Der Ordner WinSxS ist auf diesem Computer der gr&ouml;&szlig;te Windows- Order &uuml;berhaupt. Doch der Eindruck t&auml;uscht, denn tats&auml;chlich wird hier Speicherplatz doppelt gez&auml;hlt." data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="context.core.image.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="context.core.image.imageButtonTop">
  4422. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4423. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4424. </svg>
  4425. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The WinSxS folder is the largest Windows folder on this computer. However, the impression is deceptive, because storage space is actually counted twice here.</p>
  4426. </figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
  4427. <button type="button" aria-label="Close" style="fill: #000" class="close-button" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox">
  4428. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewbox="0 0 24 24" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" focusable="false"><path d="M13 11.8l6.1-6.3-1-1-6.1 6.2-6.1-6.2-1 1 6.1 6.3-6.5 6.7 1 1 6.5-6.6 6.5 6.6 1-1z"></path></svg>
  4429. </button>
  4430. <div class="lightbox-image-container">
  4431. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Der Ordner WinSxS ist auf diesem Computer der gr&ouml;&szlig;te Windows- Order &uuml;berhaupt. Doch der Eindruck t&auml;uscht, denn tats&auml;chlich wird hier Speicherplatz doppelt gez&auml;hlt." class="wp-image-2321269" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The WinSxS folder is the largest Windows folder on this computer. However, the impression is deceptive, because storage space is actually counted twice here.</p>
  4432. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4433. </div>
  4434. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox">
  4435. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Der Ordner WinSxS ist auf diesem Computer der gr&ouml;&szlig;te Windows- Order &uuml;berhaupt. Doch der Eindruck t&auml;uscht, denn tats&auml;chlich wird hier Speicherplatz doppelt gez&auml;hlt." class="wp-image-2321269" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The WinSxS folder is the largest Windows folder on this computer. However, the impression is deceptive, because storage space is actually counted twice here.</p>
  4436. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4437. </div>
  4438. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  4439. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4440.  
  4441.  
  4442.  
  4443. <p>Under no circumstances should you reduce the size of WinSxS by deleting subfolders and files. The folder contains, among other things, downloaded Windows updates and system files that Windows restores from here in the event of system errors. </p>
  4444.  
  4445.  
  4446.  
  4447. <p>If you remove these files, you can render your system unusable. You should therefore use Windows Disk Cleanup, which you can start by entering </p>
  4448.  
  4449.  
  4450.  
  4451. <p><strong>cleanmgr</strong><em> </em>in the search field of the taskbar. Click on &ldquo;Clean up system files,&rdquo; place a tick in front of each option and confirm with &ldquo;OK.&rdquo;</p>
  4452.  
  4453.  
  4454.  
  4455. <p>The <strong>SysWOW64</strong> folder is also often quite large. It contains the WOW64 subsystem (Windows on Windows 64-bit), which is required to run 32-bit programs in a 64-bit Windows. You must not change this folder.</p>
  4456. </div>
  4457.  
  4458.  
  4459.  
  4460. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="mysterious-processes-in-the-windows-task-manager">Mysterious processes in the Windows task manager</h2>
  4461.  
  4462.  
  4463. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{ "core":
  4464. { "image":
  4465. {   "imageLoaded": false,
  4466. "initialized": false,
  4467. "lightboxEnabled": false,
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  4476. "dialogLabel": "Enlarged image"
  4477. }
  4478. }
  4479. }' data-wp-interactive class="wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-effect--setstylesonresize="effects.core.image.setStylesOnResize" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.setButtonStyles" data-wp-init="effects.core.image.initOriginImage" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.showLightbox" data-wp-on--load="actions.core.image.handleLoad" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/windows_ueberfluessige_dateien_2.jpg?quality=50&amp;strip=all" alt="&Uuml;ber den Eintrag &bdquo;SwapFileControl&ldquo; in der Windows Registry k&ouml;nnen Sie das Swapfile im Systemverzeichnis l&ouml;schen und auf Wunsch sp&auml;ter auch wieder anlegen." class="wp-image-2321261" width="731" height="519" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge image: &Uuml;ber den Eintrag &bdquo;SwapFileControl&ldquo; in der Windows Registry k&ouml;nnen Sie das Swapfile im Systemverzeichnis l&ouml;schen und auf Wunsch sp&auml;ter auch wieder anlegen." data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="context.core.image.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="context.core.image.imageButtonTop">
  4480. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="12" height="12" fill="none" viewbox="0 0 12 12">
  4481. <path fill="#fff" d="M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z"></path>
  4482. </svg>
  4483. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>You can use the &ldquo;SwapFileControl&rdquo; entry in the Windows registry to delete the swap file in the system directory and create it again later if you wish.</p>
  4484. </figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
  4485. <button type="button" aria-label="Close" style="fill: #000" class="close-button" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox">
  4486. <svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewbox="0 0 24 24" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" focusable="false"><path d="M13 11.8l6.1-6.3-1-1-6.1 6.2-6.1-6.2-1 1 6.1 6.3-6.5 6.7 1 1 6.5-6.6 6.5 6.6 1-1z"></path></svg>
  4487. </button>
  4488. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="&Uuml;ber den Eintrag &bdquo;SwapFileControl&ldquo; in der Windows Registry k&ouml;nnen Sie das Swapfile im Systemverzeichnis l&ouml;schen und auf Wunsch sp&auml;ter auch wieder anlegen." class="wp-image-2321261" width="731" height="519" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>You can use the &ldquo;SwapFileControl&rdquo; entry in the Windows registry to delete the swap file in the system directory and create it again later if you wish.</p>
  4489. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4490. </div>
  4491. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="&Uuml;ber den Eintrag &bdquo;SwapFileControl&ldquo; in der Windows Registry k&ouml;nnen Sie das Swapfile im Systemverzeichnis l&ouml;schen und auf Wunsch sp&auml;ter auch wieder anlegen." class="wp-image-2321261" width="731" height="519" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>You can use the &ldquo;SwapFileControl&rdquo; entry in the Windows registry to delete the swap file in the system directory and create it again later if you wish.</p>
  4492. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4493. </div>
  4494. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  4495. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4496.  
  4497.  
  4498.  
  4499. <p>If you open the Task Manager, you will find the entry with the name <strong>AggregatorHost.exe</strong> or <strong>Microsoft (R) Aggregator Host</strong> in the processes. The process belongs to a file that was still located in the C:\Windows\System32 folder in Windows 10. Windows 11 stores it in a subfolder of C:\Windows\WinSxS.</p>
  4500.  
  4501.  
  4502.  
  4503. <p>What this process does is unclear. Microsoft does not provide any information. Since &ldquo;Aggregator&rdquo; stands for &ldquo;collect,&rdquo; it seems plausible that the process connects various system components with elements such as notifications and preview images in the taskbar. In any case, this is not malware. As the file hardly takes up any memory, ignore it.</p>
  4504.  
  4505.  
  4506.  
  4507. <p>The case is clearer with <strong>taskhostw.exe</strong>: It is also a process; it is responsible for starting Windows services that are based on DLLs. It normally works unnoticed in the background. Users repeatedly report error messages in connection with this file, and the process also causes a CPU load that is stretched to the limit.</p>
  4508.  
  4509.  
  4510.  
  4511. <p>The Windows tools sfc.exe and DISM can help against this. Open the command prompt with administrator rights, type </p>
  4512.  
  4513.  
  4514.  
  4515. <pre class="wp-block-code"><code>sfc /scannow </code></pre>
  4516.  
  4517.  
  4518.  
  4519. <p>and run the test. Then enter the three commands</p>
  4520.  
  4521.  
  4522.  
  4523. <pre class="wp-block-code"><code>DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /Check-Health<br>DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth<br>DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /Restore-Health</code></pre>
  4524.  
  4525.  
  4526.  
  4527. <p>one after the other. This often solves the problems.</p>
  4528.  
  4529.  
  4530.  
  4531. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="explained-what-are-the-hosts-file-and-the-mui-and-pf-files-for">Explained: What are the hosts file and the MUI and PF files for?</h2>
  4532.  
  4533.  
  4534.  
  4535. <p>The <strong>hosts</strong> file in the C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc folder is characterized by the fact that it has no extension. This has to do with the fact that this file originally comes from the Unix world. Today, hosts exists not only on Windows computers, but also on Macintosh computers, Linux computers, and smartphones and tablets with the Android and iOS mobile operating systems.</p>
  4536.  
  4537.  
  4538.  
  4539. <p>The file dates back to the early days of the internet. Back then, it was needed to translate entries such as www.microsoft.com into addresses such as 20.231.239.246. Back then, the hosts files contained long tables with address assignments. Today, this file is probably empty on your system; URLs are now resolved via the DNS system.</p>
  4540.  
  4541.  
  4542.  
  4543. <p>Nevertheless, hosts still has a practical use: You can use it to prevent access to certain websites such as advertising servers. If you enter &ldquo;0.0.0.0 www.werbeserver.com&rdquo; in the hosts file, the entry of <em>www.werbeserver.com</em> will be redirected to the non-existent address 0.0.0.0. </p>
  4544.  
  4545.  
  4546.  
  4547. <p>The process ends with an error message. To edit the file, simply use the Editor app or the Hosts file editor from the Microsoft Powertoys (Microsoft Store).</p>
  4548.  
  4549.  
  4550.  
  4551. <p>Files with the extension MUI (Multilingual User Interface) are frequently encountered on Windows PCs. These are files for switching the operating system from, say, German to another language. </p>
  4552.  
  4553.  
  4554.  
  4555. <p>Instead of deleting such files, however, it is advisable to uninstall entire language packs. To do this, click on the <em>Time and language &gt; Language and region</em> button in the Settings app.</p>
  4556.  
  4557.  
  4558.  
  4559. <p>Then click on the three dots to the right of the language you no longer need and press the &ldquo;Remove&rdquo; button.</p>
  4560.  
  4561.  
  4562.  
  4563. <p><strong>PF files</strong>, i.e. files with the extension PF, only exist in the folder C:\Windows\Prefetch. When an application is opened for the first time, Windows automatically creates a suitable PF file. It is used to speed up the startup process of the program. If you delete the files, the operating system automatically creates the files again the next time you start the associated application.</p>
  4564.  
  4565.  
  4566.  
  4567. <p><strong>Useful: </strong>The small freeware tool <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.nirsoft.net/utils/win_prefetch_view.html&amp;xcust=2-1-2323232-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">Winprefetchview</a> lists the PF files on the computer and displays a range of file information.</p>
  4568.  
  4569.  
  4570.  
  4571. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-box-text inline-box">
  4572. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="three-copies-of-the-msedge-dll-file">Three copies of the msedge.dll file?</h2>
  4573.  
  4574.  
  4575.  
  4576. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure data-wp-context='{ "core":
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  4595. </svg>
  4596. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The Everything search tool reports three identical msedge.dll files. However, it is actually one and the same file that is referenced via hard links.</p>
  4597. </figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  4600. </button>
  4601. <div class="lightbox-image-container">
  4602. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Das Such-Tool Everything meldet drei identische Dateien msedge. dll. Tats&auml;chlich handelt es sich jedoch um ein und dieselbe Datei, auf die &uuml;ber Hardlinks verwiesen wird." class="wp-image-2321270" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The Everything search tool reports three identical msedge.dll files. However, it is actually one and the same file that is referenced via hard links.</p>
  4603. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4604. </div>
  4605. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox">
  4606. <div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-full enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Das Such-Tool Everything meldet drei identische Dateien msedge. dll. Tats&auml;chlich handelt es sich jedoch um ein und dieselbe Datei, auf die &uuml;ber Hardlinks verwiesen wird." class="wp-image-2321270" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The Everything search tool reports three identical msedge.dll files. However, it is actually one and the same file that is referenced via hard links.</p>
  4607. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4608. </div>
  4609. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  4610. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  4611.  
  4612.  
  4613.  
  4614. <p>If you search for the msedge.dll file with a tool like <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://everything.en.softonic.com/&amp;xcust=2-1-2323232-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" data-type="link" data-id="https://everything.en.softonic.com/" rel="nofollow">Everything</a>, three copies of it appear: one under C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application[version number], one under C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\EdgeCore[version number], and a third one under C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\EdgeWebView\Application[version number].</p>
  4615.  
  4616.  
  4617.  
  4618. <p>However, the file actually only exists once, namely in the path C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft\Edge\Application\[version number].</p>
  4619.  
  4620.  
  4621.  
  4622. <p>The other two locations are hard links to the original. These also have the property of displaying the size of the original file, although it is only saved once in a different location.</p>
  4623. </div>
  4624.  
  4625.  
  4626.  
  4627. <p><em>This article was translated from German to English and originally appeared on pcwelt.de.</em></p>
  4628.  
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  4706. <title>Best Thunderbolt docks 2024: Extend your laptop’s capabilities</title>
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  4708. <pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 18:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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  4712.  
  4713.  
  4714.  
  4715. <p>A Thunderbolt docking station for laptops is now nearly a must-have accessory, providing I/O access for legacy mice, keyboards, external drives, and more. It&rsquo;s a key ingredient for a productive office, whether at work or home. And now there&rsquo;s an upcoming wrinkle: Thunderbolt 5.</p>
  4716.  
  4717.  
  4718.  
  4719. <p>Why buy a Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 docking station? Because of the bandwidth and power it provides. The <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/402858/the-best-usb-c-hubs-for-your-laptop-tablet-or-2-in-1.html">best USB-C hubs and dongles</a> provide legacy ports (USB-A, microSD, and others) for connecting PC peripherals like mice, printers, external hard drives, and more. But most laptops now include a Thunderbolt port. Thunderbolt docking stations serve as a powerful desktop dock, supplying enough bandwidth via the Thunderbolt port to drive a pair of 4K displays and charge your phone.</p>
  4720.  
  4721.  
  4722.  
  4723. <p>This roundup begins with the best Thunderbolt laptop docking stations, including budget and premium options. I also include my favorite <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/801587/why-new-usb-c-displaylink-docks-are-better-and-worse-than-thunderbolt.html">DisplayLink USB-C docks</a> &mdash; a simpler, cheaper docking station option that you should consider. At the bottom of the article are a FAQ and buying guide to help make sense of it all, including the powerful, upcoming <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2061073/thunderbolt-5-will-debut-in-2025-with-gamer-class-charging-and-i-o.html">Thunderbolt 5</a>. </p>
  4724.  
  4725.  
  4726.  
  4727. <p><strong>Why you should trust</strong> <strong>me: </strong>PCWorld has been testing PC hardware since the 1980s, and I&rsquo;ve been a technology journalist for 30 years. I first began testing Thunderbolt docks in early 2021, and have reviewed over 35 Thunderbolt docks to date. I use input from PCWorld&rsquo;s sister sites, Macworld&rsquo;s Thunderbolt dock reviews and the Thunderbolt dock reviews compiled by TechAdvisor, to help inform my recommendations. My reviews of Thunderbolt docks, DisplayLink docks, and USB-C hardware are extensive, and every month I review an average of two additional docks or hubs as contenders for recommendation.</p>
  4728.  
  4729.  
  4730.  
  4731. <p><em><strong>Updated May 2, 2024</strong>: My most recent review was the premium <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2308658/plugable-thunderbolt-4-dock-tbt4-udz-review.html">Plugable Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 Quad Docking Station (TBT4-UDZ)</a>, which still pales against the comparable <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1788877/satechi-thunderbolt-4-pro-dock-review.html">Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Pro Dock</a> as well as the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2252127/kensington-sd5800t-thunderbolt-4-dock-review.html">Kensington Thunderbolt 4 and USB Quad Docking Station (SD5800T)</a>. I don&rsquo;t separate docking stations by price point, but these three are among the most expensive. </em></p>
  4732.  
  4733.  
  4734.  
  4735. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="best-thunderbolt-docking-stations-for-laptops">Best Thunderbolt docking stations for laptops</h2>
  4736.  
  4737.  
  4738.  
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  4744. Plugable TBT3-UDZ Thunderbolt Dock &ndash; Best overall Thunderbolt dock </h2>
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  4780. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  4782. <div class="product-chart-column">
  4783. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  4784. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  4785. <li>
  4786. Tons of ports &mdash; so flexible! </li>
  4787. <li>
  4788. Space-saving vertical stand </li>
  4789. </ul>
  4790. </div>
  4791. <div class="product-chart-column">
  4792. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  4793. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  4794. <li>
  4795. Heavy (4.1lb) </li>
  4796. </ul>
  4797. </div>
  4798. </div>
  4799. </div>
  4800. </div>
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  4805.  
  4806. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  4807. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  4808. $369.00 </span>
  4809. </div>
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  4813. Best Prices Today:
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  4817. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HR3T837?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Plugable TBT3-UDZ" data-vars-product-id="392727" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="16848" data-vars-manufacturer="Plugable" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Newegg" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="392727" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08HR3T837?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$199.95 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1614276-REG/plugable_tbt3_udz_usb_c_dock_14_in_1_with.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1088592/SID/pocketlint-squirrel?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Plugable TBT3-UDZ" data-vars-product-id="392727" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="16848" data-vars-manufacturer="Plugable" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Newegg" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="392727" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1614276-REG/plugable_tbt3_udz_usb_c_dock_14_in_1_with.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1088592/SID/pocketlint-squirrel" rel="nofollow">$199.95 at  B&amp;H</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/321564/565706/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;subid1=2-1-393714-6-392727-16848&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FPlugable-14-in-1-USB-C-Thunderbolt-Dock-40Gbps-96W-Charging-Compatible-Mac-Windows-2x-HDMI-2-0-DisplayPort-7x-USB-ports-Ethernet-Audio-SD-MicroSD%2F893122055" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Plugable TBT3-UDZ" data-vars-product-id="392727" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="16848" data-vars-manufacturer="Plugable" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Newegg" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="392727" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Plugable-14-in-1-USB-C-Thunderbolt-Dock-40Gbps-96W-Charging-Compatible-Mac-Windows-2x-HDMI-2-0-DisplayPort-7x-USB-ports-Ethernet-Audio-SD-MicroSD/893122055" rel="nofollow">$229.95 at  Walmart</a> </span>
  4818. </span>
  4819. </div>
  4820. </div>
  4821. <div class="product-content">
  4823. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-plugable-tbt3-udz">Why I like the Plugable TBT3-UDZ</h3>
  4824.  
  4825. <p>Plugable&rsquo;s TBT3-UDZ has at various times been my best overall and runner-up, depending on price swings. Because of the similarities between Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4, there&rsquo;s no harm in buying a Thunderbolt 3 dock, as the performance is the same. But (for now, anyway), the Plugable TBT3-UDZ is just a few dollars more expensive than our runner-up pick, the Kensington SD5780T, and is far more flexible in terms of what it of what it offers. Plugable&rsquo;s dock simply offers much more flexibility for a comparable price.</p>
  4826.  
  4827. <p>Put simply, the TBT3-UDZ is in a class of premium docks that don&rsquo;t force you to pick a particular display cable &mdash; if you own a pair of monitors with DisplayPort cables, you can plug them right in. Oh, they&rsquo;re HDMI? No problem &mdash; there are two ports for those, too. Powered ports to charge a smartphone? Sure. SD and microSD slots? Of course. And a vertical stand to save space? Sign me up.</p>
  4828.  
  4829. <p>Plugable also has a reputation for bulletproof customer service, too, which goes far in helping me recommend this dock.</p>
  4830.  
  4831. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-plugable-tbt3-udz">Who should buy the Plugable TBT3-UDZ</h3>
  4832.  
  4833. <p>Our best picks are designed for everyone, but this dock offers the most value of our top two recommendations. If you have an existing display cable to connect to a monitor or two, you have everything you need. It&rsquo;s a no-fuss solution.</p>
  4834.  
  4835. <p>This dock works best on a desktop, as part of a permanent docking station. We&rsquo;d also recommend the TBT3-UDZ for those who want to save a bit of desk space, as that vertical stand can be slipped next to a display to save space. </p>
  4836. </div>
  4837. Read our full
  4838. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/814540/plugable-tbt3-udz-thunderbolt-dock-review.html" target="_blank" score="4.5">
  4839. Plugable TBT3-UDZ review </a>
  4840. </div>
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  4844. <h2 data-p_name="Kensington Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock (SD5780T)" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="kensington-thunderbolt-4-dual-4k-dock-sd5780t-best-overall-thunderbolt-dock-runner-up">
  4845. Kensington Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock (SD5780T) &ndash; Best overall Thunderbolt dock runner-up </h2>
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  4880. <div class="product-chart-body">
  4881. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  4883. <div class="product-chart-column">
  4884. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  4885. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  4886. <li>
  4887. Solid performance </li>
  4888. <li>
  4889. No thermal issues </li>
  4890. <li>
  4891. Pretty solid mix of ports, including downstream Thunderbolt 4 </li>
  4892. <li>
  4893. Price cuts have helped make it more affordable </li>
  4894. </ul>
  4895. </div>
  4896. <div class="product-chart-column">
  4897. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  4898. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  4899. <li>
  4900. One of the more expensive docks (MSRP) we&rsquo;ve tested </li>
  4901. <li>
  4902. Rear USB-A ports deliver less power than expected </li>
  4903. <li>
  4904. One display port, requiring an additional dongle for two displays </li>
  4905. </ul>
  4906. </div>
  4907. </div>
  4908. </div>
  4909. </div>
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  4914.  
  4915. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  4916. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  4917. $399.99 </span>
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  4922. Best Prices Today:
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  4926. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2DJ88GT?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Kensington Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock (SD5780T)" data-vars-product-id="1384478" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9998" data-vars-manufacturer="Kensington" data-vars-vendor="amazon,mpn,sku,gtin,OfficeSupply.com,Walmart,Lenovo,Kensington" data-vars-po="amazon,mpn,sku,gtin" data-product="1384478" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2DJ88GT?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$199.71 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/321564/633495/10014?prodsku=6458483&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.bestbuy.com%2Fclick%2F-%2F6458483%2Fpdp&amp;intsrc=CATF_4831&amp;subid1=2-1-393714-6-1384478-9998" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Kensington Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock (SD5780T)" data-vars-product-id="1384478" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9998" data-vars-manufacturer="Kensington" data-vars-vendor="amazon,mpn,sku,gtin,OfficeSupply.com,Walmart,Lenovo,Kensington" data-vars-po="amazon,mpn,sku,gtin" data-product="1384478" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/321564/633495/10014?prodsku=6458483&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.bestbuy.com%2Fclick%2F-%2F6458483%2Fpdp&amp;intsrc=CATF_4831" rel="nofollow">$205.99 at  Best Buy</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://shop-links.co/link/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flenovo.vzew.net%2Fc%2F321564%2F797408%2F3808%3Fprodsku%3D78281128%26u%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.lenovo.com%252Fus%252Fen%252Fp%252Faccessories-and-software%252Fdocking%252Fdocking_thunderbolt-docks-%2528universal-cable-docks%2529%252F78281128%26intsrc%3DCATF_5733&amp;publisher_slug=pcworld&amp;exclusive=1&amp;article_name=pcworld&amp;article_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pcworld.com%2Ffeed&amp;u1=2-1-393714-6-1384478-9998" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Kensington Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock (SD5780T)" data-vars-product-id="1384478" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9998" data-vars-manufacturer="Kensington" data-vars-vendor="amazon,mpn,sku,gtin,OfficeSupply.com,Walmart,Lenovo,Kensington" data-vars-po="amazon,mpn,sku,gtin" data-product="1384478" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://lenovo.vzew.net/c/321564/797408/3808?prodsku=78281128&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lenovo.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fp%2Faccessories-and-software%2Fdocking%2Fdocking_thunderbolt-docks-%28universal-cable-docks%29%2F78281128&amp;intsrc=CATF_5733" rel="nofollow">$294.99 at  Lenovo</a> </span>
  4927. </span>
  4928. </div>
  4929. </div>
  4930. <div class="product-content">
  4932. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-kensington-sd5780t">Why I like the Kensington SD5780T</h3>
  4933.  
  4934. <p>One of my testing credoes is &ldquo;affordable flexibility,&rdquo; and I favor a dock that will fit into your existing setup. Plugable&rsquo;s TBT3-UDZ, above, is about as flexible as you can get, but the Kensington SD5780T was originally substantially cheaper. Not any more, which is why I&rsquo;ve elevated the TBT3-UDZ to &ldquo;best pick&rdquo; status. </p>
  4935.  
  4936. <p>The Kensington SD578T, however, is a solid all-around Thunderbolt 4 dock in all respects. For those who wish to use a single 4K monitor, chances are that you&rsquo;ll already own an HDMI cable. The additional Thunderbolt 4 port allows you to add an additional display, but that requires the purchase of an additional cable. Still, in my tests the dock was stable (and not all are!) with a nice port selection. The dock will charge your smartphone, albeit with a USB-A port.</p>
  4937.  
  4938. <p>I really like the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1922334/anker-568-usb-c-docking-station-review.html">Anker 568</a> as a second runner-up, with a marvelous collection of features for an affordable price.</p>
  4939.  
  4940. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-kensington-sd5780t">Who should buy the Kensington SD5780T</h3>
  4941.  
  4942. <p>The SD5780T is an ideal &ldquo;starter&rdquo; dock, for someone who has a laptop and a single external display and might want to add more in the future. Adding a second display will require the purchase of a USB-C (Thunderbolt) to HDMI cable, which will cost an additional $20 or so. The inclusion of the SD card slot should appeal to photographers who record photo or video on those cards.</p>
  4943. </div>
  4944. Read our full
  4945. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1384482/kensington-sd5780t-review-an-excellent-pricey-thunderbolt-4-dock.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  4946. Kensington Thunderbolt 4 Dual 4K Dock (SD5780T) review </a>
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  4952. Belkin Thunderbolt 3 Dock Core &ndash; Best budget Thunderbolt dock </h2>
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  4987. <div class="product-chart-body">
  4988. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  4990. <div class="product-chart-column">
  4991. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  4992. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  4993. <li>
  4994. Compact </li>
  4995. <li>
  4996. HDMI 2.0 + DisplayPort 1.4 port covers two displays </li>
  4997. </ul>
  4998. </div>
  4999. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5000. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  5001. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5002. <li>
  5003. Unlabeled USB-A ports look identical </li>
  5004. <li>
  5005. Bus-powered </li>
  5006. <li>
  5007. Shortish cord </li>
  5008. </ul>
  5009. </div>
  5010. </div>
  5011. </div>
  5012. </div>
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  5017.  
  5018. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  5019. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  5020. $199.99 </span>
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  5029. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08438H4GM?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Belkin Connect Thunderbolt 3 Dock Core" data-vars-product-id="392733" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9938" data-vars-manufacturer="Belkin" data-vars-vendor="mpn,gtin,amazon,Belkin" data-vars-po="mpn,gtin,amazon" data-product="392733" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08438H4GM?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$54.98 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/321564/565706/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;subid1=2-1-393714-6-392733-9938&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FBelkin-Thunderbolt-3-Dock-Core-With-Cable-Usb-C-Hub-7-In-1-Docking-Station-For-Macs-Windows-60W-Upstream-Charging-Gigabit-Ethernet-Displayport-Audio-%2F627958585" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Belkin Connect Thunderbolt 3 Dock Core" data-vars-product-id="392733" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9938" data-vars-manufacturer="Belkin" data-vars-vendor="mpn,gtin,amazon,Belkin" data-vars-po="mpn,gtin,amazon" data-product="392733" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Belkin-Thunderbolt-3-Dock-Core-With-Cable-Usb-C-Hub-7-In-1-Docking-Station-For-Macs-Windows-60W-Upstream-Charging-Gigabit-Ethernet-Displayport-Audio-/627958585" rel="nofollow">$138.97 at  Walmart</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1576969-REG/belkin_f4u110bt_thunderbolt_3_dock_core.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1056865/SID/pocketlint-squirrel?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Belkin Connect Thunderbolt 3 Dock Core" data-vars-product-id="392733" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9938" data-vars-manufacturer="Belkin" data-vars-vendor="mpn,gtin,amazon,Belkin" data-vars-po="mpn,gtin,amazon" data-product="392733" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1576969-REG/belkin_f4u110bt_thunderbolt_3_dock_core.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1056865/SID/pocketlint-squirrel" rel="nofollow">$169.99 at  B&amp;H</a> </span>
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  5033. <div class="product-content">
  5035. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-belkin-thunderbolt-3-dock-core">Why I like the Belkin Thunderbolt 3 Dock Core</h3>
  5036.  
  5037. <p>Belkin&rsquo;s Thunderbolt 3 Dock Core is a smartly designed &ldquo;powered&rdquo; Thunderbolt 3 travel dock, and an inexpensive one as well. It&rsquo;s one of the most compact Thunderbolt docks that you can buy.</p>
  5038.  
  5039. <p>At a nearly square&nbsp;5.2 x 6.5 x 1.5 inches, the Thunderbolt Dock Core doesn&rsquo;t take up much room, and the included 8-inch Thunderbolt 3 cord provides ample length for flexibility. Ports are adequately spaced around the flat, black plastic cube, with HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 ports providing a stable 4K/60Hz experience to both of my 4K displays. There&rsquo;s Gigabit Ethernet and a 3.5mm audio jack. Unfortunately, the USB 3.1 and USB 2.0 Type A ports aren&rsquo;t labeled, but they&rsquo;re there.</p>
  5040.  
  5041. <p>Amazon almost always has this dock on a big sale, so it&rsquo;s an inexpensive option for most people, too.</p>
  5042.  
  5043. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-belkin-thunderbolt-3-dock-core">Who should buy the Belkin Thunderbolt 3 Dock Core </h3>
  5044.  
  5045. <p>If you&rsquo;re a traveler and don&rsquo;t exactly know where you&rsquo;ll end up working, Belkin&rsquo;s dock is a good failsafe. I usually stick it in my bag when I&rsquo;m on the road, just in case. The only real kicker that you have to watch out for it is the lack of a powered charger. That can result in some peripherals not receiving as much power as they should.</p>
  5046.  
  5047. <p>The squarish, &ldquo;star&rdquo; design is quite nice for working at a small hotel desk, though.</p>
  5048. </div>
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  5051. Belkin Thunderbolt 3 Dock Core review </a>
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  5093. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  5095. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5096. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  5097. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5098. <li>
  5099. Excellent performance </li>
  5100. <li>
  5101. Great value for the money </li>
  5102. <li>
  5103. Optimized build </li>
  5104. <li>
  5105. Completely stable </li>
  5106. </ul>
  5107. </div>
  5108. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5109. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  5110. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5111. <li>
  5112. Short, built-in cord </li>
  5113. <li>
  5114. You&rsquo;ll need your own power supply/charger </li>
  5115. <li>
  5116. Requires a relatively modern laptop </li>
  5117. </ul>
  5118. </div>
  5119. </div>
  5120. </div>
  5121. </div>
  5123. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  5124. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  5125. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  5126.  
  5127. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  5128. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  5129. $129.99 </span>
  5130. </div>
  5132. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
  5133. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  5134. Best Prices Today:
  5135. </span>
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  5137. <span class="not-amp">
  5138. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1Y8RPG7?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station" data-vars-product-id="2158181" data-vars-category="Accessories,Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17684" data-vars-manufacturer="Ugreen" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Ugreen" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2158181" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1Y8RPG7?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$129.99 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.ugreen.com/products/ugreen-revodok-pro-313-docking-station&amp;xcust=2-1-393714-6-2158181-17684&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station" data-vars-product-id="2158181" data-vars-category="Accessories,Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17684" data-vars-manufacturer="Ugreen" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Ugreen" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2158181" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.ugreen.com/products/ugreen-revodok-pro-313-docking-station" rel="nofollow">$129.99 at  Ugreen</a> </span>
  5139. </span>
  5140. </div>
  5141. </div>
  5142. <div class="product-content">
  5144. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-ugreen-revodok-pro-13-in-1-triple-display-docking-station">Why I like the Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station</h3>
  5145.  
  5146. <p>The only reason that this isn&rsquo;t my pick for the best budget Thunderbolt docking station is because it appears to use a generic form of compression known as HBR3 (High Bit Rate 3) with DSC (Display Stream Compression), which is built into the DisplayPort spec. That&rsquo;s a particular technology that is more common within recent Intel Core (and Core Ultra) laptops, but isn&rsquo;t guaranteed to appear on yours. (If you own a laptop with a Thunderbolt port, though, this <em>should</em> work just fine.) You&rsquo;ll also have to supply your own USB-C power cable. </p>
  5147.  
  5148. <p>Otherwise, this docking station has so much to offer. The price is outstanding, of course, but Ugreen&rsquo;s dock is also so flexible yet so stable. Everything&rsquo;s well labeled, and the dock offers DisplayPort as well as HDMI options. And it&rsquo;s really quite portable, too. Just remember that charger.</p>
  5149.  
  5150. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-ugreen-revodok-pro-13-in-1-triple-display-docking-station">Who should buy the Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station</h3>
  5151.  
  5152. <p>It&rsquo;s interesting that both of our budget picks cater to budget shoppers as well as travelers, as both are compact and relatively lightweight. But I&rsquo;d really recommend this dock for those who own laptops with 13th-gen Core hardware or above. HBR3/DSC technology really doesn&rsquo;t work on older systems like 11th-gen Core hardware and older PCs. If you own an AMD Ryzen laptop, too, it may be a little iffy.</p>
  5153. </div>
  5154. Read our full
  5155. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2158190/ugreen-revodok-pro-13-in-1-usb-c-dock-review.html" target="_blank" score="4.5">
  5156. Ugreen Revodok Pro 13-in-1 Triple Display Docking Station review </a>
  5157. </div>
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  5161. <h2 data-p_name="Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T)" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="kensington-thunderbolt-4-usb-4-quad-video-docking-station-sd5800t-best-thunderbolt-4-dock">
  5162. Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T) &ndash; Best Thunderbolt 4 dock   </h2>
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  5196. </div>
  5197. <div class="product-chart-body">
  5198. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  5200. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5201. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  5202. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5203. <li>
  5204. Rugged, well-engineered </li>
  5205. <li>
  5206. Can sit vertically on its stand to save space </li>
  5207. <li>
  5208. Yes, it works: Four 4K displays are possible </li>
  5209. <li>
  5210. A surplus of ports </li>
  5211. </ul>
  5212. </div>
  5213. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5214. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  5215. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5216. <li>
  5217. MSRP is really too expensive </li>
  5218. <li>
  5219. Mislabeled USB-A charging port doesn&rsquo;t deliver </li>
  5220. <li>
  5221. Average storage performance </li>
  5222. </ul>
  5223. </div>
  5224. </div>
  5225. </div>
  5226. </div>
  5228. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  5229. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  5230. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  5231.  
  5232. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  5233. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  5234. $379.99 </span>
  5235. </div>
  5237. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
  5238. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  5239. Best Prices Today:
  5240. </span>
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  5242. <span class="not-amp">
  5243. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ2LQKMT?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T)" data-vars-product-id="2252118" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9998" data-vars-manufacturer="Kensington" data-vars-vendor="amazon,sku,Kensington" data-vars-po="amazon,sku" data-product="2252118" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ2LQKMT?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$295.23 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1804685-REG/kensington_k32856na_sd5800t_thunderbolt_4_and.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1387061/SID/pocketlint-squirrel?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T)" data-vars-product-id="2252118" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9998" data-vars-manufacturer="Kensington" data-vars-vendor="amazon,sku,Kensington" data-vars-po="amazon,sku" data-product="2252118" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1804685-REG/kensington_k32856na_sd5800t_thunderbolt_4_and.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1387061/SID/pocketlint-squirrel" rel="nofollow">$299.99 at  B&amp;H</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.kensington.com/p/products/device-docking-connectivity-products/laptop-docks-usb-accessories/sd5800t-thunderbolt-4-and-usb4-quad-video-docking-station-98w-pd-dphdmi-windowsmacos/&amp;xcust=2-1-393714-6-2252118-9998&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T)" data-vars-product-id="2252118" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9998" data-vars-manufacturer="Kensington" data-vars-vendor="amazon,sku,Kensington" data-vars-po="amazon,sku" data-product="2252118" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.kensington.com/p/products/device-docking-connectivity-products/laptop-docks-usb-accessories/sd5800t-thunderbolt-4-and-usb4-quad-video-docking-station-98w-pd-dphdmi-windowsmacos/" rel="nofollow">$379.99 at  Kensington</a> </span>
  5244. </span>
  5245. </div>
  5246. </div>
  5247. <div class="product-content">
  5249. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-kensington-thunderbolt-4-usb-4-quad-video-docking-station-sd5800t">Why I like the Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T)</h3>
  5250.  
  5251. <p>I ultimately ruled out the SD5800T as a candidate for the best overall Thunderbolt dock because the price is all over the map: $379 is way too much, but Amazon&rsquo;s $229.99 price makes this a bargain for what this 16-in-1 dock delivers. Like the Plugable TBT3-UDZ above, this dock features four display ports (two DisplayPort, two HDMI) with a twist &mdash; it can connect to all four displays at 4K resolution, and not just two. (<a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2097193/sonnet-echo-20-thunderbolt-4-superdock-review-3.html">Sonnet&rsquo;s Echo 20 Thunderbolt 4 SuperDock</a> has its own gimmick, which I considered but ruled out: an integrated M.2 storage slot.)</p>
  5252.  
  5253. <p>The dock can support four displays by using the CDC/HBR3 data compression technique mentioned elsewhere, which modern laptops include but older laptops do not. For me, this quad-display capability is a bonus, and it will handle the expected two 4K displays just fine, and at a reasonable price. About the only thing I didn&rsquo;t like was that one charging port didn&rsquo;t work as expected. But it has a spare, too! &mdash; and that worked as expected. This is a solid, ultra-premium dock at a good price, which is why it earns my endorsement. A vertical stand helps save space.</p>
  5254.  
  5255. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-kensington-thunderbolt-4-usb-4-quad-video-docking-station-sd5800t">Who should buy the Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T)</h3>
  5256.  
  5257. <p>Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 are basically identical, which Kensington calls out in its name. Any laptop owner could buy this dock. Nevertheless, the flexibility may be overkill for some, and only a small fraction of buyers will want to connect four separate displays to this dock. Unless you&rsquo;re worried about Thunderbolt 5 (and a enthusiast buyer of the SD5800T may be) this is an investment that should hold up for several years. </p>
  5258. </div>
  5259. Read our full
  5260. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2252127/kensington-sd5800t-thunderbolt-4-dock-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  5261. Kensington Thunderbolt 4/USB 4 Quad Video Docking Station (SD5800T) review </a>
  5262. </div>
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  5264. <div class="wp-block-product-chart-item product-chart-item">
  5265. <div class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper">
  5266. <h2 data-p_name="Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="razer-thunderbolt-4-dock-chroma-best-thunderbolt-4-dock-runner-up">
  5267. Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma &ndash; Best Thunderbolt 4 dock runner-up </h2>
  5268. </div>
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  5302. <div class="product-chart-body">
  5303. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  5305. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5306. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  5307. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5308. <li>
  5309. Rock-solid stability </li>
  5310. <li>
  5311. The only (?) dock with RGB lighting </li>
  5312. </ul>
  5313. </div>
  5314. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5315. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  5316. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5317. <li>
  5318. Average to slightly poor performance </li>
  5319. <li>
  5320. Lack of dedicated display ports </li>
  5321. <li>
  5322. A higher price tag than what rivals charge </li>
  5323. </ul>
  5324. </div>
  5325. </div>
  5326. </div>
  5327. </div>
  5329. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  5330. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  5331. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  5332.  
  5333. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  5334. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  5335. $329.99 </span>
  5336. </div>
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  5339. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  5340. Best Prices Today:
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  5344. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09B1P2QX9?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma" data-vars-product-id="664704" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10700" data-vars-manufacturer="Razer" data-vars-vendor="amazon,sku,upc,ean,Razer" data-vars-po="amazon,sku,upc,ean" data-product="664704" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09B1P2QX9?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$279.99 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1710287-REG/razer_rc21_01690100_r3u1_thunderbolt_4_dock_chroma.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1191526/SID/pocketlint-squirrel?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma" data-vars-product-id="664704" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10700" data-vars-manufacturer="Razer" data-vars-vendor="amazon,sku,upc,ean,Razer" data-vars-po="amazon,sku,upc,ean" data-product="664704" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1710287-REG/razer_rc21_01690100_r3u1_thunderbolt_4_dock_chroma.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1191526/SID/pocketlint-squirrel" rel="nofollow">$289.99 at  B&amp;H</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.razer.com/gaming-pc-accessories/Razer-Thunderbolt-4-Dock/RC21-01690100-R3U1&amp;xcust=2-1-393714-6-664704-10700&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma" data-vars-product-id="664704" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10700" data-vars-manufacturer="Razer" data-vars-vendor="amazon,sku,upc,ean,Razer" data-vars-po="amazon,sku,upc,ean" data-product="664704" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.razer.com/gaming-pc-accessories/Razer-Thunderbolt-4-Dock/RC21-01690100-R3U1" rel="nofollow">$329.99 at  Razer</a> </span>
  5345. </span>
  5346. </div>
  5347. </div>
  5348. <div class="product-content">
  5350. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-razer-thunderbolt-4-dock-chroma">Why I like the Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma</h3>
  5351.  
  5352. <p>I was surprised by how much I like this dock. Still, I agonized over this pick. <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1519567/owc-thunderbolt-go-dock-review.html">OWC&rsquo;s Thunderbolt Go Dock</a> was our prior pick, and I liked its gimmick: an integrated power brick that allows it to be taken on the road, sort of. Razer&rsquo;s Chroma dock also has a gimmick: its RGB. But this dock also forces you to buy extra display cables if you want to connect two 4K displays, which normally turns me off. As one of the more modern docks, with rock-solid stability, it won me over in the end, though its storage performance was middling.</p>
  5353.  
  5354. <p>The RGB lighting is fun, and optional &mdash; it can be turned off. Overall, the Chroma is the better dock, but if you don&rsquo;t want to spend the extra money, consider OWC&rsquo;s dock instead. Frankly, the Kensington SD5780T top pick runner-up shares a lot of the same functionality as both the OWC and the Razer docks, so price plays a factor here.</p>
  5355.  
  5356. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-razer-thunderbolt-4-dock-chroma">Who should buy the Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma</h3>
  5357.  
  5358. <p>Gamers, obviously. But even a stodgy old reporter like me likes it, because the RGB can either be fixed to a certain color or turned off entirely. And the dock surprised me with its stability and construction. You can certainly buy this dock for its blingy aesthetic, but it works just as well as a more down-to-earth alternative, too. Razer did a very nice job balancing both aspects.</p>
  5359. </div>
  5360. Read our full
  5361. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2073621/razer-thunderbolt-4-dock-chroma-review-2.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  5362. Razer Thunderbolt 4 Dock Chroma review </a>
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  5368. Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt Hub (USB4-HUB3A) &ndash; Best Thunderbolt 4 hub </h2>
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  5403. <div class="product-chart-body">
  5404. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  5406. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5407. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  5408. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5409. <li>
  5410. Incredibly compact </li>
  5411. <li>
  5412. USB-C to HDMI adapter included </li>
  5413. <li>
  5414. 15W/60W of charging power to phones/PCs </li>
  5415. </ul>
  5416. </div>
  5417. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5418. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  5419. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5420. <li>
  5421. Limited ports </li>
  5422. <li>
  5423. Best for Thunderbolt-attached displays </li>
  5424. </ul>
  5425. </div>
  5426. </div>
  5427. </div>
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  5432. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  5433.  
  5434. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  5435. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  5436. $189 </span>
  5437. </div>
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  5441. Best Prices Today:
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  5444. <span class="not-amp">
  5445. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NQPVZF3?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt Hub (USB4-HUB3A)" data-vars-product-id="701938" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="16848" data-vars-manufacturer="Plugable" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Newegg" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="701938" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09NQPVZF3?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$129.95 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1715097-REG/plugable_usb4_hub3a_plugable_usb4_hub_5_in_1.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1184501/SID/pocketlint-squirrel?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt Hub (USB4-HUB3A)" data-vars-product-id="701938" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="16848" data-vars-manufacturer="Plugable" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Newegg" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="701938" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1715097-REG/plugable_usb4_hub3a_plugable_usb4_hub_5_in_1.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1184501/SID/pocketlint-squirrel" rel="nofollow">$139.95 at  B&amp;H</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://goto.walmart.com/c/321564/565706/9383?veh=aff&amp;sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&amp;subid1=2-1-393714-6-701938-16848&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FPlugable-5-in-1-Thunderbolt-4-Hub-60W-Charging-Single-8K-Dual-4K-Display-Compatible-3-USB4-Macs-Windows-1x-USB-C-HDMI-Adapter%2F260048998" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt Hub (USB4-HUB3A)" data-vars-product-id="701938" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="16848" data-vars-manufacturer="Plugable" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Newegg" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="701938" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Plugable-5-in-1-Thunderbolt-4-Hub-60W-Charging-Single-8K-Dual-4K-Display-Compatible-3-USB4-Macs-Windows-1x-USB-C-HDMI-Adapter/260048998" rel="nofollow">$159.95 at  Walmart</a> </span>
  5446. </span>
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  5449. <div class="product-content">
  5451. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-plugable-5-in-1-thunderbolt-hub-usb4-hub3a">Why I like the Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt Hub (USB4-HUB3A)</h3>
  5452.  
  5453. <p>How does a Thunderbolt hub differ from a Thunderbolt dock? In this case, there&rsquo;s less of an emphasis on legacy ports, and more of a focus on a direct connection to a display. The Mac world tends to emphasize Thunderbolt-connected displays far more than the Windows world does, so this might be a niche product for most of you. But this thing is <em>tiny </em>(4.75 x 2.88 x 0.5 inches) even if, unfortunately, the associated power brick isn&rsquo;t. </p>
  5454.  
  5455. <p>It will send 15W of power via the Thunderbolt/USB-C connections to charge smartphones, and 60W to the host PC.</p>
  5456.  
  5457. <p>If you don&rsquo;t need a big, bulky dock with multiple connections, Plugable&rsquo;s 5-in-1 Hub just does the job and without any extra fuss. If your laptop needs more power than the 60W Plugable hub provides, then I would recommend the <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2225252/satechi-thunderbolt-4-slim-pro-hub-review.html">Satechi Thunderbolt 4 Slim Hub Pro</a> instead. </p>
  5458.  
  5459. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-plugable-5-in-1-thunderbolt-hub-usb4-hub3a">Who should buy the Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt Hub (USB4-HUB3A)</h3>
  5460.  
  5461. <p>Thunderbolt displays are prevalent in the Mac market, but this hub can be used for an emerging market of <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1377172/best-usb-c-monitors.html">Thunderbolt/USB-C monitors</a>. They&rsquo;ll likely become more prevalent in the future. </p>
  5462.  
  5463. <p>But connecting a cable from each port on your laptop to each display is messy. You&rsquo;d still like just one. The hub works as a &ldquo;splitter&rdquo; of sorts for the Thunderbolt connection.</p>
  5464.  
  5465. <p>Put another way, if you own a USB-C monitor, those displays tend to also have legacy ports (USB-A, USB-C) inside <em>them</em>, which means that a Thunderbolt dock and its cluster of ports may be redundant. This hub is a way to save a little money for the user who has a specific setup.  </p>
  5466. </div>
  5467. Read our full
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  5469. Plugable 5-in-1 Thunderbolt Hub (USB4-HUB3A) review </a>
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  5475. Anker 568 USB-C Docking Station &ndash; Best USB4 docking station </h2>
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  5507. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  5508. </div></figure> </div>
  5509. </div>
  5510. <div class="product-chart-body">
  5511. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  5513. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5514. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  5515. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5516. <li>
  5517. Two ports for fast-charging smartphones </li>
  5518. <li>
  5519. Solid value </li>
  5520. <li>
  5521. Eighteen-month warranty </li>
  5522. </ul>
  5523. </div>
  5524. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5525. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  5526. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5527. <li>
  5528. Occasional instability on a second display or connected devices </li>
  5529. </ul>
  5530. </div>
  5531. </div>
  5532. </div>
  5533. </div>
  5535. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  5536. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  5537. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  5538.  
  5539. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  5540. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  5541. $299.99 </span>
  5542. </div>
  5544. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
  5545. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  5546. Best Prices Today:
  5547. </span>
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  5549. <span class="not-amp">
  5550. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMXPPSG1?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Anker 568 USB-C Docking Station" data-vars-product-id="1922319" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="15070" data-vars-manufacturer="Anker" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Anker,eBay" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1922319" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMXPPSG1?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$116.99 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1766944-REG/anker_a83991a1_568_usb_c_docking_station.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1236443/SID/pocketlint-squirrel?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Anker 568 USB-C Docking Station" data-vars-product-id="1922319" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="15070" data-vars-manufacturer="Anker" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Anker,eBay" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1922319" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1766944-REG/anker_a83991a1_568_usb_c_docking_station.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1236443/SID/pocketlint-squirrel" rel="nofollow">$249.99 at  B&amp;H</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.ebay.com/itm/225513957880&amp;xcust=2-1-393714-6-1922319-15070&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Anker 568 USB-C Docking Station" data-vars-product-id="1922319" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="15070" data-vars-manufacturer="Anker" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Anker,eBay" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1922319" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.ebay.com/itm/225513957880" rel="nofollow">$299.99 at  eBay</a> </span>
  5551. </span>
  5552. </div>
  5553. </div>
  5554. <div class="product-content">
  5556. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-anker-568-usb-c-docking-station">Why I like the Anker 568 USB-C Docking Station</h3>
  5557.  
  5558. <p>Two power ports on the front: They&rsquo;re a delightful little detail that I wish other vendors would adopt as well. As you may have read elsewhere in this roundup, USB4 and Thunderbolt4 are basically identical, so you might be wondering why we&rsquo;re even separating out this category. Well, if you&rsquo;re a notebook owner with an AMD Ryzen chip inside, you might be looking for dedicated dock, and this is a very good one. Quite frankly, this Anker 568 is in the running for the best overall docking station.</p>
  5559.  
  5560. <p>This 11-in-1 docking station favors DisplayPort, with two DisplayPort 1.4 ports, and a single HDMI 2.0 video port. The Anker 568&rsquo;s distinguishing feature, however, is the pair of 10Gbps USB-C ports on the front, each supplying 30W of power as well as a separate 100W connection to the laptop. That&rsquo;s quite unusual, and the two ports should fast-charge a smartphone and possibly even a tablet. </p>
  5561.  
  5562. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-anker-568-usb-c-docking-station">Who should buy the Anker 568 USB-C Docking Station</h3>
  5563.  
  5564. <p>If you own a notebook with a Ryzen CPU inside, and you want the confidence that this dock has been tested to ensure USB4 compatibility, this is the dock for you. You&rsquo;ll also want to buy it if you charge multiple phones or use high-powered peripherals, such as a high-end SSD.</p>
  5565.  
  5566. <p>I really like this dock, and I&rsquo;d recommend it to about anyone. It does lack microSD and SD card slots, though, which may rule it out for photographers. </p>
  5567. </div>
  5568. Read our full
  5569. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1922334/anker-568-usb-c-docking-station-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  5570. Anker 568 USB-C Docking Station review </a>
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  5576. Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD) &ndash; Best USB4 docking station runner-up </h2>
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  5610. </div>
  5611. <div class="product-chart-body">
  5612. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  5614. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5615. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  5616. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5617. <li>
  5618. Great price and value, even at MSRP </li>
  5619. <li>
  5620. 4K120 display capabilities open up gaming possibilities </li>
  5621. <li>
  5622. Stable performance </li>
  5623. <li>
  5624. Excellent charging capabilities </li>
  5625. </ul>
  5626. </div>
  5627. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5628. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  5629. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5630. <li>
  5631. Significant thermal issues </li>
  5632. <li>
  5633. Storage tests across the dock were lower than average </li>
  5634. </ul>
  5635. </div>
  5636. </div>
  5637. </div>
  5638. </div>
  5640. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  5641. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  5642. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  5643.  
  5644. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  5645. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  5646. $199.95 </span>
  5647. </div>
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  5650. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  5651. Best Prices Today:
  5652. </span>
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  5654. <span class="not-amp">
  5655. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C83ZMZG5?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD)" data-vars-product-id="1999173" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="16848" data-vars-manufacturer="Plugable" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Walmart,Newegg" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1999173" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C83ZMZG5?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$199.95 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1777780-REG/plugable_ud_4vpd_usb4_dual_monitor_docking.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1247100/SID/pocketlint-squirrel?BI=21883&amp;KBID=28249" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD)" data-vars-product-id="1999173" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="16848" data-vars-manufacturer="Plugable" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Walmart,Newegg" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1999173" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1777780-REG/plugable_ud_4vpd_usb4_dual_monitor_docking.html/BI/21318/KBID/22251/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x1247100/SID/pocketlint-squirrel" rel="nofollow">$199.95 at  B&amp;H</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=*l6kYCuH720&amp;mid=44583&amp;ul=2-1-393714-6-1999173-16848&amp;murl=https://www.newegg.com/p/1DN-000M-000B8" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD)" data-vars-product-id="1999173" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="16848" data-vars-manufacturer="Plugable" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Walmart,Newegg" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1999173" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.newegg.com/p/1DN-000M-000B8" rel="nofollow">$199.95 at  Newegg</a> </span>
  5656. </span>
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  5658. </div>
  5659. <div class="product-content">
  5661. <h3 class="" id="why-i-like-the-plugable-usb4-dual-hdmi-docking-station-ud-4vpd">Why I like the Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD)</h3>
  5662.  
  5663. <p>Plugable&rsquo;s dock claims dual 4K120 capability, which unfortunately I wasn&rsquo;t able to test at the time of the review. But the dock offered a stable connection to the connected devices, with the ability to charge smartphones as well. Anker&rsquo;s 568 dock edges it out in price and slightly in display flexibility, but lacks the SD card slot that the Plugable includes.</p>
  5664.  
  5665. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-plugable-usb4-dual-hdmi-docking-station-ud-4vpd">Who should buy the Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD)?</h3>
  5666.  
  5667. <p>This is a general-purpose USB4 dock, which can be adopted by anyone. But it&rsquo;s best suited for laptops with a Ryzen chip inside, and for photographers that need the SD card slots that the Anker 568 doesn&rsquo;t provide.</p>
  5668. </div>
  5669. Read our full
  5670. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1999176/plugable-usb4-dual-hdmi-dock-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  5671. Plugable USB4 Dual HDMI Docking Station (UD-4VPD) review </a>
  5672. </div>
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  5718. <div class="product-chart-body">
  5719. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  5721. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5722. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  5723. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5724. <li>
  5725. Thunderbolt 4 </li>
  5726. <li>
  5727. 19 ports </li>
  5728. <li>
  5729. Built-in speedy SSD enclosure </li>
  5730. <li>
  5731. 100W PD </li>
  5732. <li>
  5733. 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet </li>
  5734. </ul>
  5735. </div>
  5736. </div>
  5737. </div>
  5738. </div>
  5740. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  5741. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  5742. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  5743.  
  5744. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  5745. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  5746. $299.99 </span>
  5747. </div>
  5749. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
  5750. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  5751. Best Prices Today:
  5752. </span>
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  5754. <span class="not-amp">
  5755. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9VTDXY6?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt&nbsp;4 SuperDock" data-vars-product-id="1977993" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="12297" data-vars-manufacturer="Sonnet Technologies" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Sonnet" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1977993" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9VTDXY6?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$299.99 at  Amazon</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.sonnetstore.com/products/echo20-thunderbolt4-superdock&amp;xcust=2-1-393714-6-1977993-12297&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt&nbsp;4 SuperDock" data-vars-product-id="1977993" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="12297" data-vars-manufacturer="Sonnet Technologies" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Sonnet" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="1977993" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.sonnetstore.com/products/echo20-thunderbolt4-superdock" rel="nofollow">$299.99 at  Sonnet</a> </span>
  5756. </span>
  5757. </div>
  5758. </div>
  5759. <div class="product-content">
  5761. <h3 class="" id="why-macworld-likes-the-sonnet-echo-20-thunderbolt-4-superdock">Why Macworld likes the Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt&nbsp;4 SuperDock </h3>
  5762.  
  5763. <p>This recommendation comes courtesy of our colleagues at Macworld, who have compiled their own list of <a href="https://www.macworld.com/article/668894/best-thunderbolt-3-4-and-usb-c-docking-stations-for-macbook-pro-and-air.html">best Thunderbolt docking stations for the Apple Mac</a> market. &ldquo;Boasting an impressive 19 top-rated ports, Thunderbolt 4 certified, and with a bonus internal SSD storage feature, the Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt SuperDock offers remarkable value for money,&rdquo; Macworld concludes. </p>
  5764.  
  5765. <p>I haven&rsquo;t reviewed this dock myself, but there&rsquo;s an undeniable surplus of ports, <em>and</em> an SSD enclosure. I suspect that this particular feature may become more common over time. And it&rsquo;s reasonably priced, too.</p>
  5766.  
  5767. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-sonnet-echo-20-thunderbolt-4-superdock">Who should buy the Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt&nbsp;4 SuperDock</h3>
  5768.  
  5769. <p>Think of this dock as a more full-featured version of our Thunderbolt 4 hub recommendation, above. Though this recommendation is targeted at Mac users, there&rsquo;s no reason that an owner of a Windows PC couldn&rsquo;t buy this dock, too. If you&rsquo;re trying to save space on your desk but also want an external SSD, this hybrid dock could serve both needs.</p>
  5770. </div>
  5771. Read our full
  5772. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2007704/sonnet-echo-20-thunderbolt-4-superdock-review-premium-ports-and-an-ssd.html" target="_blank" score="5">
  5773. Sonnet Echo 20 Thunderbolt&nbsp;4 SuperDock review </a>
  5774. </div>
  5775. </div>
  5776.  
  5778.  
  5779.  
  5780. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="best-displaylink-usb-c-docks">Best DisplayLink USB-C docks</h2>
  5781.  
  5782.  
  5783.  
  5784. <p>DisplayLink USB-C docks, which I discuss in <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/801587/why-new-usb-c-displaylink-docks-are-better-and-worse-than-thunderbolt.html">more detail in a separate article</a>, don&rsquo;t offer enough bandwidth for high-refresh rate monitors or gaming, but they work admirably well for everyday office work, including watching movies. Anecdotally, they&rsquo;ve often been more stable than a Thunderbolt dock on older hardware, as sometimes Thunderbolt docks have issues &ldquo;waking up&rdquo; when the host laptop wakes up from standby. You can &ldquo;break&rdquo; the dock by pushing more and more over the connection, like streaming while copying files.</p>
  5785.  
  5786.  
  5787.  
  5788. <p>What I&rsquo;d like to see in a DisplayLink USB-C docking station is a feature set that approaches a full-fledged Thunderbolt dock, but that is priced below what you&rsquo;d pay for Thunderbolt performance. The current pick does just that. Some recent reviews do not appear here &mdash; for instance, <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2111930/startech-usb-c-triple-monitor-dock-review-better-options-exist.html">StarTech&rsquo;s USB-C Triple Monitor Dock</a> fell short.  </p>
  5789.  
  5790.  
  5791.  
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  5797. Ugreen 9-in-1 USB-C (Revodok) Docking Station CM615 &ndash; Best USB-C DisplayLink dock </h2>
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  5831. </div>
  5832. <div class="product-chart-body">
  5833. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  5835. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5836. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  5837. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5838. <li>
  5839. Terrific price and value </li>
  5840. <li>
  5841. Excellent stability </li>
  5842. <li>
  5843. Great display port flexibility </li>
  5844. <li>
  5845. Support for two 4K60 displays </li>
  5846. </ul>
  5847. </div>
  5848. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5849. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  5850. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5851. <li>
  5852. Have to provide your own power supply </li>
  5853. <li>
  5854. Can warm to somewhat alarming temperatures </li>
  5855. <li>
  5856. Mandatory software driver </li>
  5857. <li>
  5858. A lack of naming consistency </li>
  5859. </ul>
  5860. </div>
  5861. </div>
  5862. </div>
  5863. </div>
  5865. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  5866. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  5867. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  5868.  
  5869. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  5870. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  5871. $199.99 </span>
  5872. </div>
  5874. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
  5875. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  5876. Best Prices Today:
  5877. </span>
  5878. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--links-wrapper">
  5879. <span class="not-amp">
  5880. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.ugreen.com/products/ugreen-9-in-1-usb-c-docking-station&amp;xcust=2-1-393714-6-2081421-17684&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Ugreen 9-in-1 USB-C (Revodok) Docking Station CM615" data-vars-product-id="2081421" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17684" data-vars-manufacturer="Ugreen" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Ugreen" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2081421" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.ugreen.com/products/ugreen-9-in-1-usb-c-docking-station" rel="nofollow">$139.99 at  Ugreen</a><a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BLNCNCMZ?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Ugreen 9-in-1 USB-C (Revodok) Docking Station CM615" data-vars-product-id="2081421" data-vars-category="Computer Accessories,Docks and Hubs,Laptop Accessories" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17684" data-vars-manufacturer="Ugreen" data-vars-vendor="amazon,Ugreen" data-vars-po="amazon" data-product="2081421" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BLNCNCMZ?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow">$199.99 at  Amazon</a> </span>
  5881. </span>
  5882. </div>
  5883. </div>
  5884. <div class="product-content">
  5886. <h3 class="" id="why-i-liked-the-ugreen-9-in-1-usb-c-revodok-docking-station-cm615">Why I liked the Ugreen 9-in-1 USB-C (Revodok) Docking Station CM615</h3>
  5887.  
  5888. <p>Like some of our premium Thunderbolt docks, Ugreen provides options to use either HDMI or DisplayPort to connect a display, allowing you to use your existing display cables and save some money.</p>
  5889.  
  5890. <p>Like most DisplayLink docks, this dock was unusually stable, with no flickering between displays &mdash; one of the reasons I like DisplayLink docks. Some other Thunderbolt docks offer the same flexibility to shift between monitors, but not many. Ugreen&rsquo;s dock does so affordably.</p>
  5891.  
  5892. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-ugreen-9-in-1-usb-c-revodok-docking-station-cm615">Who should buy the Ugreen 9-in-1 USB-C (Revodok) Docking Station CM615</h3>
  5893.  
  5894. <p>If you&rsquo;re not worried about hunting down the proper software driver (because Ugreen, bless them, does not make it apparent that it needs one) than I would recommend that you buy this dock. It offers many of the features of more expensive Thunderbolt docks at an affordable price.</p>
  5895. </div>
  5896. Read our full
  5897. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2081427/ugreen-9-in-1-usb-c-dock-review.html" target="_blank" score="4.5">
  5898. Ugreen 9-in-1 USB-C (Revodok) Docking Station CM615 review </a>
  5899. </div>
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  5902. <div class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper">
  5903. <h2 data-p_name="Sonnet Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="sonnet-echo-13-triple-4k-display-dock-best-usb-c-displaylink-dock-runner-up">
  5904. Sonnet Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock &ndash; Best USB-C DisplayLink dock runner-up </h2>
  5905. </div>
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  5938. </div>
  5939. <div class="product-chart-body">
  5940. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  5942. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5943. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  5944. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5945. <li>
  5946. Top-notch performance </li>
  5947. <li>
  5948. Support for three 4K60 displays </li>
  5949. <li>
  5950. Solid value </li>
  5951. <li>
  5952. 20W of charging power for smartphones, 100W for laptop </li>
  5953. <li>
  5954. Exemplary documentation </li>
  5955. </ul>
  5956. </div>
  5957. <div class="product-chart-column">
  5958. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  5959. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  5960. <li>
  5961. Direct display connection disconnected once </li>
  5962. <li>
  5963. Poor, glitchy intermittent audio </li>
  5964. </ul>
  5965. </div>
  5966. </div>
  5967. </div>
  5968. </div>
  5970. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  5971. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  5972. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  5973.  
  5974. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  5975. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  5976. 239.99 </span>
  5977. </div>
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  5986. </span>
  5987. </div>
  5988. </div>
  5989. <div class="product-content">
  5991. <h3 class="" id="why-i-liked-the-sonnet-echo-13-triple-4k-display-dock">Why I liked the Sonnet Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock</h3>
  5992.  
  5993. <p>Sonnet&rsquo;s Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock follows the intriguing path other DisplayLink docks have blazed: The dock&rsquo;s built-in compression means you can connect to three 4K displays, without penalty. And yes, it works as advertised, though with one issue that holds it back: spotty audio that really needs to be fixed. (If you use your laptop&rsquo;s headphone jack, there&rsquo;s no issue.)</p>
  5994.  
  5995. <p>There was a tiny bit of instability, but performance was excellent. And with 20W of charging power for your phone and 100W for your laptop, you&rsquo;ll be able to power a wider range of notebook options. </p>
  5996.  
  5997. <h3 class="" id="who-should-buy-the-sonnet-echo-13-triple-4k-display-dock">Who should buy the Sonnet Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock</h3>
  5998.  
  5999. <p>The price differential between the Sonnet and Ugreen docks should help answer that question: The Sonnet buyer is willing to pay a little more for what is really a well-made <em>and</em> well-documented dock, with clear instructions. Really, without the price differential and the audio issues, this would be the top dock in the category.</p>
  6000. </div>
  6001. Read our full
  6002. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2107273/sonnet-echo-13-triple-4k-dock-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  6003. Sonnet Echo 13 Triple 4K Display Dock review </a>
  6004. </div>
  6005. </div>
  6006.  
  6008.  
  6009.  
  6010.  
  6011.  
  6012.  
  6013.  
  6014. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-i-test-thunderbolt-docks">How I test Thunderbolt docks</h2>
  6015.  
  6016.  
  6017.  
  6018. <p>A separate article goes into detail about <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2266609/how-we-test-thunderbolt-docks-at-pcworld.html">how I test Thunderbolt docks</a>. But here&rsquo;s a short synopsis.</p>
  6019.  
  6020.  
  6021.  
  6022. <p>First, I take the dock from its packaging and evaluate its construction. I measure the Thunderbolt cord length and check the dock&rsquo;s physical dimensions with a ruler.</p>
  6023.  
  6024.  
  6025.  
  6026. <p>I&rsquo;ll then read the manual: Does the dock need any drivers? Are there links? What does the manual say about the dock&rsquo;s capabilities in terms of power and speed?</p>
  6027.  
  6028.  
  6029.  
  6030. <p>Next, I take a USB key or two and connect them to the available USB ports to determine if they have enough space to allow several to be connected at the same time. I then examine the display ports, find the appropriate cables, and then connect the dock to the laptop. I use a series of laptops with various generations of AMD and Intel hardware, and check and see if the experience is the same on each one. If it isn&rsquo;t, I make notes.</p>
  6031.  
  6032.  
  6033.  
  6034. <p>I then measure the power output of the ports, using a USB multimeter, a smartphone, and a laptop to measure how much power the dock delivers to each.</p>
  6035.  
  6036.  
  6037.  
  6038. <p>Finally, I try and check to see how well the dock performs under load. I use a specific test laptop for this purpose for repeatable results. I stream a 4K60 YouTube video using the Ethernet port on the dock (if it has one) and note any dropped frames. I usually check with a pre-recorded 4K60 video running from an SSD. </p>
  6039.  
  6040.  
  6041.  
  6042. <p>I then run PCMark 10&rsquo;s SSD storage benchmark off of a test SSD, connected to the dock. I measure the score, then measure the score again while streaming a video. I then copy a large, multi-gigabyte folder of various files from my laptop across the Thunderbolt bus and measure the time it takes to do so. I repeat the test while streaming video. </p>
  6043.  
  6044.  
  6045.  
  6046. <p>Finally, I check the operation and performance of any SD card slots the dock has and listen to audio through the audio jack, to make sure it works.</p>
  6047.  
  6048.  
  6049.  
  6050. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-block faq-block"><h2 class="faq-block-title" id="faq"> FAQ </h2><hr class="block-horizotal-divider">
  6051. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">1.</span>
  6052. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-do-i-know-if-my-laptop-has-thunderbolt">How do I know if my laptop has Thunderbolt?</h3>
  6053.  
  6054.  
  6055.  
  6056. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6057. <p>The short answer: Look at the laptop&rsquo;s published specifications to be sure. A Thunderbolt port may look indistinguishable from a USB-C port, since they both use the same physical USB-C connection. Put another way, all Thunderbolt ports are USB-C, but not all USB-C ports are Thunderbolt-equipped.</p>
  6058.  
  6059.  
  6060.  
  6061. <p>Thunderbolt ports are&nbsp;<em>supposed</em> to have a small lightning-bolt icon to identify them. But some laptop makers use a similar lightning-bolt icon to indicate that a USB-C port can be used for charging your phone, and&nbsp;not for Thunderbolt. Laptop makers sometimes don&rsquo;t want to clutter the clean lines of their products by adding additional logos, it seems.&nbsp;Fortunately, most laptops now choose to highlight their Thunderbolt capabilities, so the ports should be well-marked.</p>
  6062.  
  6063.  
  6064.  
  6065. <p>You may also see USB-C hubs marketed as &ldquo;Thunderbolt compatible.&rdquo; That&rsquo;s true. You can plug a Thunderbolt dock into a non-Thunderbolt, generic USB-C port. But it will be limited by the available bandwidth that the port provides, so it&rsquo;s somewhat deceptive in that regard.&nbsp;</p>
  6066. </div>
  6067. </div></div>
  6068. </div>
  6069.  
  6070.  
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  6091. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Two laptops, both with USB-C ports, and both with lightning-bolt symbols. Which laptop offers Thunderbolt? The top one, though it can be difficult to tell. Consulting the manufacturer&rsquo;s specifications is your safest bet.</p></figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  6095. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Thunderbolt vs USB-C" class="wp-image-1064489" style="width:1200px;height:762px" width="1200" height="762" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Two laptops, both with USB-C ports, and both with lightning-bolt symbols. Which laptop offers Thunderbolt? The top one, though it can be difficult to tell. Consulting the manufacturer&rsquo;s specifications is your safest bet.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  6096. </div>
  6097. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large is-resized enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Thunderbolt vs USB-C" class="wp-image-1064489" style="width:1200px;height:762px" width="1200" height="762" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Two laptops, both with USB-C ports, and both with lightning-bolt symbols. Which laptop offers Thunderbolt? The top one, though it can be difficult to tell. Consulting the manufacturer&rsquo;s specifications is your safest bet.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  6098. </div>
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  6100. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  6101.  
  6102.  
  6103.  
  6104. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-block faq-block">
  6105. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">2.</span>
  6106. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="i-already-own-a-usb-c-dongle-can-i-use-it-with-thunderbolt">I already own a USB-C dongle. Can I use it with Thunderbolt?</h3>
  6107.  
  6108.  
  6109.  
  6110. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6111. <p>A 10Gbps USB-C dongle won&rsquo;t replace a 40Gbps Thunderbolt dock, as there&rsquo;s circuitry within the dock that allows it to work with your laptop&rsquo;s high-speed Thunderbolt port. However, there&rsquo;s nothing saying that you can&rsquo;t connect the dongle to an available USB-C port on the Thunderbolt dock itself to add even more ports. If your laptop has two Thunderbolt ports, you can also attach a Thunderbolt dock to one port, and the dongle to the other. </p>
  6112.  
  6113.  
  6114.  
  6115. <p>That solution will add more clutter to your desk, but it might allow you to buy a cheaper, budget dock, too. It&rsquo;s up to you!</p>
  6116. </div>
  6117. </div></div>
  6118.  
  6119.  
  6120.  
  6121. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">3.</span>
  6122. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="how-fast-is-thunderbolt">How fast is Thunderbolt?</h3>
  6123.  
  6124.  
  6125.  
  6126. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6127. <p>Put simply, 40Gbps.</p>
  6128.  
  6129.  
  6130.  
  6131. <p>Most USB-C ports are built on the second-generation USB 3.1 data-transfer standard, which transfers data at 10Gbps. Thunderbolt 3 and 4 ports, the most common standard, transfer data at up to 40Gbps. Thunderbolt 4 differs very slightly in that it supports a theoretical maximum of 32Gbps for external storage devices, but you probably won&rsquo;t notice the difference.</p>
  6132.  
  6133.  
  6134.  
  6135. <p>Intel is expected to unveil an <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/1356812/next-generation-thunderbolt-will-hit-80gbps-too.html">80Gbps version of Thunderbolt this year</a>, called Thunderbolt 5, meaning that you&rsquo;ll see even Thunderbolt docks with even more capabilities when devices release in 2024.</p>
  6136.  
  6137.  
  6138.  
  6139. <p>There are some exceptions, which you can largely ignore. A new&nbsp;USB 3.2 Gen 2&times;2 spec can pair two 10Gbps channels together, creating an aggregate 20Gbps hub. (This is really only for <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/553786/best-external-ssd-for-gaming.html">external gaming-class SSDs</a>.) And while the vast majority of Thunderbolt 3-equipped laptops are designed with four PCIe lanes for a total of 40Gbps, some laptops only ship with two PCIe lanes for a total of 20Gbps. (A <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-8200811-12839518?url=https://www.dell.com/support/article/en-us/qna44089/thunderbolt-3-40gbps-data-transfer-rate?lang=en&amp;sid=2-1-393714-1-0-0" rel="nofollow">Dell support page</a>, for example, details its four-lane and two-lane laptops.) Essentially, a 20Gbps connection should be enough for a single 4K monitor running at 60Hz, with a bit of extra bandwidth for other data transfers among connected peripherals.)</p>
  6140.  
  6141.  
  6142.  
  6143. <p>Intel&rsquo;s 10th-gen and 11th-gen Core chips launched in the early days of Thunderbolt, and company representatives say that you can depend on them for 32Gbps of data, not a full 40Gbps. Intel&rsquo;s 12th-gen and 13th-gen Core chips offer the most consistent Thunderbolt experience, with 40Mbps Thunderbolt 4 speeds, including 32Gbps for data transfers to and from storage devices.</p>
  6144. </div>
  6145. </div></div>
  6146.  
  6147.  
  6148.  
  6149. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">4.</span>
  6150. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="whats-the-difference-between-thunderbolt-3-thunderbolt-4-and-thunderbolt-5">What&rsquo;s the difference between Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and Thunderbolt 5?</h3>
  6151.  
  6152.  
  6153.  
  6154. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6155. <p>The short answer: Not that much! Thunderbolt 3 and 4 are functionally equivalent, transferring data at 40Gbps. </p>
  6156.  
  6157.  
  6158.  
  6159. <p>Thunderbolt 5 is the 80Gbps version, but it will be backwards compatible with both Thunderbolt 3 and 4. You won&rsquo;t see it until 2024, however. (If you own a laptop with a Thunderbolt 4 port, you&rsquo;ll be able to use with a Thunderbolt 5 dock, Intel says. The only wrinkle is that a Thunderbolt 4 laptops will only pass data at its rated speed of 40Gbps.)</p>
  6160.  
  6161.  
  6162.  
  6163. <p>For the sake of completeness, we&rsquo;re going to detail some of the differences below. But if you&rsquo;re new to this, let us reiterate: Thunderbolt 3 and 4 are basically the same, and Thunderbolt 5 won&rsquo;t be an issue until 2024. Don&rsquo;t sweat the details. </p>
  6164.  
  6165.  
  6166.  
  6167. <p>Think of Thunderbolt 4 as the more restrictive version of Thunderbolt 3, with less room for any gotchas.</p>
  6168.  
  6169.  
  6170.  
  6171. <p>Essentially, Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 allow up to 40Gbps maximum bandwidth, enough for two 4K/60 displays. &ldquo;Up to&rdquo; is the key phrase: Thunderbolt 3 is only <em>required</em> to support a 10Gbps connection, allowing for a <em>single</em> external 4K display (a 16Gbps PCIe connection, paired with USB 3.2). Most manufacturers go beyond this, however, and our recommended docks support the full 40Gbps specification (and two 4K displays) unless noted. Thunderbolt 3 also supports a slower (16Gbps) PCIe connection for connecting to external storage. </p>
  6172.  
  6173.  
  6174.  
  6175. <p>Thunderbolt 3 is also the only specification (not Thunderbolt 4) that we&rsquo;ve seen <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/393260/check-out-egpu-benchmarks-in-some-of-2020s-biggest-games.html">connecting to external GPUs</a>, in case you&rsquo;d like to try that approach.</p>
  6176.  
  6177.  
  6178.  
  6179. <p>Thunderbolt 4 doesn&rsquo;t allow for any leeway&mdash;you&rsquo;re getting a full-fledged 40Gbps connection (32Gbps PCIe + USB 3.2), no questions asked. For external storage, Thunderbolt 4 supports 32Gbps of data transfer&mdash;this really only matters for video, external GPU connections, or possibly games. Thunderbolt 4 supports &ldquo;wake on sleep&rdquo; from an external keyboard or mouse, which allows you to tap your external keyboard or wiggle your mouse to wake up your PC, which is handy. Thunderbolt 4 allows for longer cables and more Thunderbolt ports on laptops, too.</p>
  6180.  
  6181.  
  6182.  
  6183. <p>Device maker Anker has a nice summary of all of the technical features associated with Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and USB4, if you <em>really</em> want to get into the fine distinctions (below). What&rsquo;s USB4? We address that in the next question.</p>
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  6209. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Thunderbolt dock and I/O hub designer Anker provided this summary of the differences between Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4.</p></figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  6212. </button>
  6213. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Thunderbolt 3 Thunderbolt 4 USB4 comparison chart Anker" class="wp-image-1064488" width="1200" height="1059" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Thunderbolt dock and I/O hub designer Anker provided this summary of the differences between Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Anker</p></div>
  6214. </div>
  6215. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Thunderbolt 3 Thunderbolt 4 USB4 comparison chart Anker" class="wp-image-1064488" width="1200" height="1059" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Thunderbolt dock and I/O hub designer Anker provided this summary of the differences between Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Anker</p></div>
  6216. </div>
  6217. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  6218. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Anker</p></div>
  6219.  
  6220.  
  6221.  
  6222. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-block faq-block">
  6223. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">5.</span>
  6224. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="my-laptop-says-it-has-a-usb4-port-not-thunderbolt-can-i-use-it-with-a-thunderbolt-dock">My laptop says it has a USB4 port, not Thunderbolt. Can I use it with a Thunderbolt dock?</h3>
  6225.  
  6226.  
  6227.  
  6228. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6229. <p>Probably. USB4 ports typically appear on laptops with AMD Ryzen processors inside. USB4 and Thunderbolt 4 are compatible and functionally equivalent. (Though Thunderbolt is an open standard, Intel declines to certify non-Intel hardware. That means that Ryzen laptops end up with USB4 ports, and Intel Core laptops include Thunderbolt.)</p>
  6230.  
  6231.  
  6232.  
  6233. <p><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/394176/the-first-usb4-products-are-here-what-to-know-what-to-buy.html"><strong>USB4</strong> is essentially a subset of Thunderbolt 4</a>, mainly designed as an an I/O specification. </p>
  6234.  
  6235.  
  6236.  
  6237. <p>As a subset of Thunderbolt 4, a USB4 device will run just fine plugged into a Thunderbolt 4 port. But dock makers tell us that a Thunderbolt 4 device may not work as expected when plugged into what is specifically a USB4 port. Instead, most hubs and docks are marketed as Thunderbolt 4, while most devices (like an external SSD) are designed around USB4. (We test Thunderbolt docks on Thunderbolt laptops.) There <em>are</em> USB4 docks, however, which you&rsquo;ll find in our list of best picks, which we&rsquo;ve also tested. </p>
  6238.  
  6239.  
  6240.  
  6241. <p><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/919864/usb4-leaps-ahead-of-thunderbolt-with-80gbps-standard.html"><strong>USB4 Version 2</strong></a> is an upcoming standard that will propel USB4 to 80Gbps, just like Thunderbolt 5. The first products will debut (at a guess) in early 2024, but the USB-IO hasn&rsquo;t given us an exact timeline or the capabilities of USB4V2 docks. </p>
  6242.  
  6243.  
  6244.  
  6245. <p>Note that Thunderbolt 3 and 4 require at least 15W to power devices plugged into the Thunderbolt port, such as a bus-powered hard drive. USB4 requires just half that.</p>
  6246. </div>
  6247. </div></div>
  6248.  
  6249.  
  6250.  
  6251. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">6.</span>
  6252. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-is-so-important-about-thunderbolt-5">What is so important about Thunderbolt 5?</h3>
  6253.  
  6254.  
  6255.  
  6256. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6257. <p><a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2061073/thunderbolt-5-will-debut-in-2025-with-gamer-class-charging-and-i-o.html">Thunderbolt 5 will debut in 2024</a>, both in laptops as well as docks and devices. Although we saw a couple of early products at CES 2024, we don&rsquo;t expect devices until the second half of the year.</p>
  6258.  
  6259.  
  6260.  
  6261. <p>The Thunderbolt 5 spec pushes I/O bandwidth from 40Gbps in Thunderbolt 4 to 80Gbps in Thunderbolt 5, and even to 120Gbps in some cases. Another good way to think of Thunderbolt 5 is in the context of what it can do. Thunderbolt 4 allows enough bandwidth for two 4K displays, running at 60Hz. Thunderbolt 5 will offer enough bandwidth to connect to three 4K displays, at 144Hz apiece. That helps make Thunderbolt 5 a gaming-class technology, rather than just for office work.</p>
  6262.  
  6263.  
  6264.  
  6265. <p>Thunderbolt 5 will also allow for 64Gbps of dedicated bandwidth for storage and external GPUs, double the 32Gbps on Thunderbolt 4.</p>
  6266.  
  6267.  
  6268.  
  6269. <p>Finally, there&rsquo;s power. Thunderbolt 5 will provide up to 240W (140W required) of charging power for your laptop. Most laptops require 65W to 90W today, but gaming laptops require more. All this means is that a Thunderbolt 5 dock will potentially eliminate the need to carry a gaming laptop&rsquo;s charger around. (It won&rsquo;t be in all cases, but some.)</p>
  6270. </div>
  6271. </div></div>
  6272.  
  6273.  
  6274.  
  6275. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">7.</span>
  6276. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-cable-should-i-use-with-a-thunderbolt-dock">What cable should I use with a Thunderbolt dock?</h3>
  6277.  
  6278.  
  6279.  
  6280. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6281. <p>Virtually every Thunderbolt dock will ship with its own cable. We&rsquo;d recommend that you use Thunderbolt 3 cables with Thunderbolt 3 products, and Thunderbolt 4 cables with Thunderbolt 4 products. Ditto for Thunderbolt 5, when it ships in 2024.</p>
  6282. </div>
  6283. </div></div>
  6284.  
  6285.  
  6286.  
  6287. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">8.</span>
  6288. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="my-thunderbolt-docking-station-has-thunderbolt-connections-but-i-need-to-connect-it-to-my-monitor-how-can-i-connect-a-thunderbolt-dock-to-my-hdmi-display">My Thunderbolt docking station has Thunderbolt connections, but I need to connect it to my monitor. How can I connect a Thunderbolt dock to my HDMI display?</h3>
  6289.  
  6290.  
  6291.  
  6292. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6293. <p>You&rsquo;ll need a special USB-C to HDMI cable, rated for Thunderbolt speeds. I recommend and have purchased this Uni <a href="https://www.amazon.com/uni-Thunderbolt-Compatible-MacBook-Surface/dp/B075V5JK36/?tag=pcworld02-20&amp;asc_refurl=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">Thunderbolt to HDMI cable</a> from Amazon, which is about $16. You can find cheaper options, but make sure they&rsquo;re rated for either Thunderbolt or a 4K@60Hz display. </p>
  6294. </div>
  6295. </div></div>
  6296.  
  6297.  
  6298.  
  6299. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">9.</span>
  6300. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-differentiates-a-displaylink-usb-c-docking-station-from-a-thunderbolt-dock">What differentiates a DisplayLink USB-C docking station from a Thunderbolt dock? </h3>
  6301.  
  6302.  
  6303.  
  6304. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6305. <p>A DisplayLink USB-C docking station is a new category of docking station. They&rsquo;re often marketed just as a USB-C docking station, unfortunately, though the DisplayLink logo features prominently on the box. The key here is that the DisplayLink technology (now owned by Synaptics) uses data compression between your PC and the dock to approximate a Thunderbolt experience (a pair of 4K displays at 60Hz, plus additional peripherals) across the narrower, slower USB-C bus. You&rsquo;ll need to install a software driver for your PC to communicate with the DisplayLink chip built into the dock.</p>
  6306.  
  6307.  
  6308.  
  6309. <p>The advantage here is twofold. First, DisplayLink allows you to &ldquo;cheat&rdquo; and get a Thunderbolt dock experience on an older laptop. Alternatively, even if you do own a laptop with a Thunderbolt port, you may be able to find a DisplayLink USB-C dock for a cheaper price than Thunderbolt. This is a viable solution, especially if you don&rsquo;t mind not playing PC games. </p>
  6310.  
  6311.  
  6312.  
  6313. <p>Our separate story on <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/801587/why-new-usb-c-displaylink-docks-are-better-and-worse-than-thunderbolt.html">DisplayLink docks</a> has more.</p>
  6314. </div>
  6315. </div></div>
  6316.  
  6317.  
  6318.  
  6319. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">10.</span>
  6320. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-is-hbr3-with-dsc">What is HBR3 with DSC?</h3>
  6321.  
  6322.  
  6323.  
  6324. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6325. <p>We&rsquo;re starting to see some USB-C docking stations take advantage of <em>another</em> technology: HBR3 (High Bit Rate 3) with DSC (Display Stream Compression). Think of it as the industry-standard, manufacturer-agnostic version of DisplayLink. It works over the USB-C port, and again provides a dual 4K60 display experience.</p>
  6326.  
  6327.  
  6328.  
  6329. <p>The problem? It&rsquo;s wonky. We&rsquo;ve found that support for the technology was very iffy in 11th-gen hardware, and really seems to work consistently in 12th-gen or 13th-gen Core laptops (and above, when they ship). While we can&rsquo;t really recommend it right now, we&rsquo;re keeping an eye on it.</p>
  6330. </div>
  6331. </div></div>
  6332.  
  6333.  
  6334.  
  6335. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">11.</span>
  6336. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="can-i-use-an-external-graphics-card-egpu-with-thunderbolt">Can I use an external graphics card (eGPU) with Thunderbolt?</h3>
  6337.  
  6338.  
  6339.  
  6340. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6341. <p>Yes, you can. Certain manufacturers (Razer is one, though there are others) have built enclosures that can house a standard desktop graphics card, connected to your laptop via a Thunderbolt cable. Although a mobile gaming laptop with an external GPU does a good job enabling mobile gaming, a desktop GPU does even better. Thunderbolt simply connects the two. </p>
  6342.  
  6343.  
  6344.  
  6345. <p>However, we would recommend using a Thunderbolt 3 dock instead, or wait until Thunderbolt 5. <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/423614/how-to-transform-your-laptop-into-a-gaming-powerhouse-with-an-external-graphics-card.html">How can you hook up an external GPU to your laptop via Thunderbolt</a>? Our story has more. </p>
  6346. </div>
  6347. </div></div>
  6348.  
  6349.  
  6350.  
  6351. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">12.</span>
  6352. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="the-only-egpus-ive-seen-with-thunderbolt-use-thunderbolt-3-not-thunderbolt-4-why-is-that">The only eGPUs I&rsquo;ve seen with Thunderbolt use Thunderbolt 3, not Thunderbolt 4. Why is that?</h3>
  6353.  
  6354.  
  6355.  
  6356. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  6357. <p>According to a representative for Razer, the differences between Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 were too small. &ldquo;When we release any product, we only do so when there can be a material advantage over the previous generation,&rdquo; we were told.</p>
  6358.  
  6359.  
  6360.  
  6361. <p>Since Thunderbolt 4 was backwards compatible and functionally equivalent to Thunderbolt 3, Razer simply declined to invest in the production and testing of a Thunderbolt 4 eGPU. We presume other manufacturers followed suit.</p>
  6362. </div>
  6363. </div></div>
  6364. </div>
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  6387. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The vast majority of Thunderbolt docks should include a Thunderbolt cable like this one, which indicates that it&rsquo;s specified for Thunderbolt 3.</p></figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  6391. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Thunderbolt 3 cable" class="wp-image-1064490" width="1200" height="875" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The vast majority of Thunderbolt docks should include a Thunderbolt cable like this one, which indicates that it&rsquo;s specified for Thunderbolt 3.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  6392. </div>
  6393. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Thunderbolt 3 cable" class="wp-image-1064490" width="1200" height="875" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>The vast majority of Thunderbolt docks should include a Thunderbolt cable like this one, which indicates that it&rsquo;s specified for Thunderbolt 3.</p></figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  6394. </div>
  6395. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  6396. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">IDG</p></div>
  6397.  
  6398.  
  6399.  
  6400. <h2 class="wp-block-heading toc" id="buying-guide-what-to-look-for-in-a-thunderbolt-dock">Buying Guide: What to look for in a Thunderbolt dock</h2>
  6401.  
  6402.  
  6403.  
  6404. <p>Ports, cables, peripherals: Those are the three major considerations when buying a Thunderbolt dock.&nbsp;</p>
  6405.  
  6406.  
  6407.  
  6408. <p>We&rsquo;re beginning to see the Thunderbolt dock market break down in a few different ways. First, there&rsquo;s the budget versus full-featured docks we&rsquo;ve highlighted above. But you also may see something similar to the USB hubs of old: Devices that take Thunderbolt <em>in</em> and then provide several USB-C (including Thunderbolt) ports <em>out</em>. There are a small number of displays with Thunderbolt inputs, which can be plugged directly into these hubs. Do you have an existing cheap USB-C dongle? You can certainly plug that in into a Thunderbolt dock and add even more I/O functionality.</p>
  6409.  
  6410.  
  6411.  
  6412. <p>Basically, consider what you&rsquo;ll want to plug into the dock as a guide for buying one. We prefer devices with ports built in (such as HDMI, USB-A, and so on) as the USB-C device ecosystem is still in its infancy. But ask yourself some questions. Do you want a basic Thunderbolt dock, with just a pair of HDMI ports for connecting two displays? Does an SD card slot matter? How many USB Type A peripherals do you plan to attach? Do you want to use the Thunderbolt cable to charge your laptop, too? </p>
  6413.  
  6414.  
  6415.  
  6416. <p>Cables can be an unexpectedly important consideration, too. Virtually every dock ships with a Thunderbolt cable. But consider the displays you own (typically HDMI or DisplayPort) and consider whether the dock will accommodate them. </p>
  6417.  
  6418.  
  6419.  
  6420. <p>Check your laptop&rsquo;s power supply. Does it plug into your laptop via USB-C? If so, a Thunderbolt dock will likely power it. You&rsquo;ll need to understand how the dock supplies power, though. Check your laptop&rsquo;s charger to learn how much power it supplies, and how much the dock will need to supply to replace it. If your laptop or devices aren&rsquo;t receiving enough power, you may see a warning pop up.</p>
  6421.  
  6422.  
  6423.  
  6424. <p>A &ldquo;bus-powered&rdquo; dock won&rsquo;t come with an external charger in the package, saving some cost, space, and power concerns. A dock with &ldquo;power delivery&rdquo; will supply its own power&nbsp;<em>and</em> charge your laptop and/or a phone via your laptop&rsquo;s existing USB-C charger. (Chances are that it won&rsquo;t offer the quick-charging capabilities premium smartphones offer, though.) The more power your dock supplies, the greater the ability to charge your laptop <em>and</em> any bus-powered devices. This is a gotcha most people don&rsquo;t think about, so if you plan to connect several bus-powered hard drives or SSDs, buy a dock with a hefty power supply. (USB keys, on the other hand, require tiny amounts of power. Don&rsquo;t worry about these.)</p>
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  6443. }' data-wp-interactive class="wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container"><img decoding="async" data-wp-effect--setstylesonresize="effects.core.image.setStylesOnResize" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.setButtonStyles" data-wp-init="effects.core.image.initOriginImage" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.showLightbox" data-wp-on--load="actions.core.image.handleLoad" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/thunderbolt-power-supply-edited-100868081-orig.jpg?quality=50&amp;strip=all&amp;w=1200" alt="Thunderbolt power supply" class="wp-image-1064501" width="1200" height="717" loading="lazy" /><button class="lightbox-trigger" type="button" aria-haspopup="dialog" aria-label="Enlarge image: Thunderbolt power supply" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.showLightbox" data-wp-style--right="context.core.image.imageButtonRight" data-wp-style--top="context.core.image.imageButtonTop">
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  6447. </button><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Powered Thunderbolt docks, especially those that power your laptop, can ship with some pretty sizeable power bricks.</p>
  6448. </figcaption> <div data-wp-body="" class="wp-lightbox-overlay zoom" data-wp-bind--role="selectors.core.image.roleAttribute" data-wp-bind--aria-label="selectors.core.image.dialogLabel" data-wp-class--initialized="context.core.image.initialized" data-wp-class--active="context.core.image.lightboxEnabled" data-wp-class--hideanimationenabled="context.core.image.hideAnimationEnabled" data-wp-bind--aria-modal="selectors.core.image.ariaModal" data-wp-effect="effects.core.image.initLightbox" data-wp-on--keydown="actions.core.image.handleKeydown" data-wp-on--touchstart="actions.core.image.handleTouchStart" data-wp-on--touchmove="actions.core.image.handleTouchMove" data-wp-on--touchend="actions.core.image.handleTouchEnd" data-wp-on--click="actions.core.image.hideLightbox" tabindex="-1">
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  6451. </button>
  6452. <div class="lightbox-image-container"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large responsive-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="context.core.image.imageCurrentSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Thunderbolt power supply" class="wp-image-1064501" width="1200" height="717" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Powered Thunderbolt docks, especially those that power your laptop, can ship with some pretty sizeable power bricks.</p>
  6453. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Mark Hachman / IDG</p></div>
  6454. </div>
  6455. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><div class="extendedBlock-wrapper block-coreImage undefined"><figure class="wp-block-image size-large enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" src="" alt="Thunderbolt power supply" class="wp-image-1064501" width="1200" height="717" loading="lazy" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><p>Powered Thunderbolt docks, especially those that power your laptop, can ship with some pretty sizeable power bricks.</p>
  6456. </figcaption></figure><p class="imageCredit">Mark Hachman / IDG</p></div>
  6457. </div>
  6458. <div class="scrim" style="background-color: #fff" aria-hidden="true"></div>
  6459. </div></figure><p class="imageCredit">Mark Hachman / IDG</p></div>
  6460.  
  6461.  
  6462.  
  6463. <p>There&rsquo;s one more consideration: the length of the Thunderbolt cable between your laptop and the dock itself. You may have noticed or heard about USB-C ports wearing out on smartphones; a loose or wobbly connector on a Thunderbolt dock can cause a monitor to unexpectedly flicker or lose connection. Consider how much tension will be put on a cable. A Thunderbolt dock that&rsquo;s dangling from a Thunderbolt port will stress the physical connector. You don&rsquo;t want that!</p>
  6464.  
  6465.  
  6466.  
  6467. <p>We&rsquo;re starting to see some docks with an SSD enclosure inside. It&rsquo;s possible that this will become more of a viable product over time, but for now it&rsquo;s still niche.</p>
  6468.  
  6469.  
  6470.  
  6471. <p>If you&rsquo;re a Mac user who has stumbled across this article, welcome. But please be aware that early Apple MacBook Pros powered by Intel silicon supported up to two 4K displays. The first MacBook Pros powered by the Apple M1 chip only support a single 4K display. Many Mac users have recently left negative reviews on Thunderbolt docks on shopping sites because of this. Buy a PC!</p>
  6472.  
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  6478. <title>Microsoft says it’s pausing Windows Copilot UI tests</title>
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  6480. <pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 17:17:29 +0000</pubDate>
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  6485.  
  6486.  
  6487. <p>Microsoft is taking a break from testing new Copilot AI features within Windows, which may mean that the company has settled on some ideas that it may eventually roll out to the majority of Windows users.</p>
  6488.  
  6489.  
  6490.  
  6491. <p>Microsoft <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2024/05/03/announcing-windows-11-insider-preview-build-22635-3570-beta-channel/&amp;xcust=2-1-2324598-1-0-0&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" rel="nofollow">announced</a> the change in plans on Friday, as part of the release of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 22635.3570 (KB5037008) to testers on its Beta Channel. </p>
  6492.  
  6493.  
  6494.  
  6495. <p>&ldquo;Over the last few months, we&rsquo;ve been trying out different experiences for Copilot in Windows (Preview) with Windows Insiders across the Canary, Dev, and Beta Channels,&rdquo; Microsoft wrote. &ldquo;Some of these experiences include the ability for Copilot in Windows to act like a normal application window and the taskbar icon animating to indicate that Copilot can help when you copy text or images. We have decided to pause the rollouts of these experiences to further refine them based on user feedback.&rdquo;</p>
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  6519. <span class="product-widget__information--rrp-label">
  6520. Price When Reviewed: </span>
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  6522. 199.99 </span>
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  6526. <span class="product-widget__pricing-details--label">
  6527. Best Prices Today:
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  6529. <span class="product-widget__pricing-details--links-wrapper">
  6530. <a class="product-widget__pricing-details--link" href="https://software.pcworld.com/p44290-windows_11_professional_upgrade?x-source=2-1-2324598-5-1807627-10994" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Windows 11 Pro" data-vars-product-id="1807627" data-vars-category="Windows" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10994" data-vars-manufacturer="Microsoft" data-vars-vendor="sku,PCWorld Software Store,PCWorld Store - Win 11 Pro Upgrade Only" data-vars-po="sku" data-product="1807627" data-vars-link-position-id="005" data-vars-link-position="Product Sidebar" data-vars-outbound-link="https://software.pcworld.com/p44290-windows_11_professional_upgrade" rel="nofollow">$59 at  PCWorld Store &ndash; Win 11 Pro Upgrade Only</a> <span class="amp-bar"> | </span>
  6531. <a class="product-widget__pricing-details--link" href="https://software.pcworld.com/p43833-windows_11_professional?x-source=2-1-2324598-5-1807627-10994" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Windows 11 Pro" data-vars-product-id="1807627" data-vars-category="Windows" data-vars-manufacturer-id="10994" data-vars-manufacturer="Microsoft" data-vars-vendor="sku,PCWorld Software Store,PCWorld Store - Win 11 Pro Upgrade Only" data-vars-po="sku" data-product="1807627" data-vars-link-position-id="005" data-vars-link-position="Product Sidebar" data-vars-outbound-link="https://software.pcworld.com/p43833-windows_11_professional" rel="nofollow">$79.99 at  PCWorld Software Store</a> </span>
  6532. </div>
  6533. </div>
  6534. </div>
  6535. </div>
  6536.  
  6538.  
  6539.  
  6540. <p>Today, you can launch Copilot via the Copilot icon, which once lived down in the center of the Windows 11 taskbar. Microsoft has shifted it over to the lower right-hand corner of the screen, a minor change. It still carries with it the small &ldquo;Pre&rdquo; icon that denotes a preview, however. Clicking on it opens Copilot; likewise, highlighting a block of text allows you to access Copilot options, as well. </p>
  6541.  
  6542.  
  6543.  
  6544. <p>The Microsoft Build conference kicks off on May 21. On May 20, Microsoft will host a press event where it will talk more about AI, including Copilot, and is expected to launch new consumer versions of the Surface Pro 10 and Surface Laptop 6, each containing a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor. <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2270470/microsofts-new-business-surfaces-actually-seem-truly-business-y.html">Microsoft released business versions of both devices</a> in March, with an Intel Core Ultra chip inside. </p>
  6545.  
  6546.  
  6547.  
  6548. <p>Microsoft will almost certainly show off some its intended Copilot roadmap at that time. But for now, it appears to be weighing what direction to take Copilot on Windows, based on what it&rsquo;s already developed.</p>
  6549.  
  6550.  
  6551.  
  6552. <p></p>
  6553.  
  6554. <category>Windows</category></body></div>
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  6559. <title>Best PDF editors 2024: Our top picks</title>
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  6561. <pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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  6565.  
  6566.  
  6567.  
  6568. <p>It&rsquo;s likely that you regularly come across or work with PDF files &mdash; they&rsquo;re ubiquitous in today&rsquo;s cross-platform world. Often, you can use free software to view or comment on a PDF file. But what if you need to edit a PDF? That&rsquo;s where a PDF editor comes in.</p>
  6569.  
  6570.  
  6571.  
  6572. <p>The best PDF editors allows you to edit, create, alter, and convert PDF files just like you would with any other text document. Adobe Acrobat is the most famous option for most people. But while it&rsquo;s excellent both in features and utility, it&rsquo;s also pretty expensive. </p>
  6573.  
  6574.  
  6575.  
  6576. <p>Thankfully, in recent years a whole host of third-party PDF editors have sprung up in order to provide less expensive alternatives. (If you&rsquo;re wondering why <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2191006/why-doesnt-windows-have-a-decent-pdf-editor.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2191006/why-doesnt-windows-have-a-decent-pdf-editor.html">Windows doesn&rsquo;t have a decent PDF editor</a>, you&rsquo;re not alone.)</p>
  6577.  
  6578.  
  6579.  
  6580. <p>Our picks cover the gamut of PDF editing needs and budgets.</p>
  6581.  
  6582.  
  6583.  
  6584. <p><strong>Why you should trust us:</strong> At PCWorld, we&rsquo;ve been testing PC hardware and software for over 40 years. Our evaluation process is always hands-on and thorough, taking into account real-world usage needs. We don&rsquo;t ever recommend something we wouldn&rsquo;t be comfortable using ourselves. To learn more about our criteria for PDF editors scroll to the bottom of this article.</p>
  6585.  
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  6587.  
  6588. <div class="promo_wrap"><div class="top_head"><p class="pro_tag">PROMOTION</p><p><strong>EaseUS PDF Editor &ndash; Edit, Convert, Compress &amp; Protect PDFs</strong></p></div><div class="promo_row"><div class="pro_right promotion-item__image-outer-wrapper--medium"><img decoding="async" class="promotion-item__image" src="https://b2c-contenthub.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/easeus-pdf-editor.jpg?quality=50&amp;strip=all" loading="lazy" /></div><p class="promo_text">
  6589. </p><p>Integrate PDF maker, PDF editor, PDF converter, and PDF reader in one full pack with all the basics you need. The clean interface simplifies your PDF work to edit, convert, comment, annotate, merge, split, &nbsp;background, page, watermark, sign PDFs, or fill forms. Your PDF workloads are down by batch processing efficiently.<br><br>Now 25% OFF Exclusive Code: PCWORLD25<br><br><a href="https://down.easeus.com/product/pdf_editor_aff">Free Download&gt;</a></p>
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  6598. <h2 data-p_name="Acrobat Pro DC" class="product-chart-item__title-wrapper--title product-chart-title " id="adobe-acrobat-pro-best-overall">
  6599. Adobe Acrobat Pro &ndash; Best overall </h2>
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  6635. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  6637. <div class="product-chart-column">
  6638. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  6639. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  6640. <li>
  6641. Easily navigable tabbed interface </li>
  6642. <li>
  6643. Comprehensive PDF editing features </li>
  6644. <li>
  6645. Streamlined sharing feature makes it easier to fill documents and get signatures </li>
  6646. </ul>
  6647. </div>
  6648. <div class="product-chart-column">
  6649. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  6650. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  6651. <li>
  6652. Rich feature set can be overwhelming for new users </li>
  6653. </ul>
  6654. </div>
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  6662.  
  6663. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  6664. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  6665. $19.90/mo I $239.88/yr </span>
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  6674. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://adobe.prf.hn/click/camref:1011lroIY/pubref:2-1-407214-6-390298-9928/destination:https://www.adobe.com/acrobat/pricing.html" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Adobe Acrobat Pro" data-vars-product-id="390298" data-vars-category="Professional Software" data-vars-manufacturer-id="9928" data-vars-manufacturer="Adobe" data-vars-vendor="mpn,sku,Adobe" data-vars-po="mpn,sku" data-product="390298" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.adobe.com/acrobat/pricing.html" rel="nofollow">$239.88 at  Adobe</a> </span>
  6675. </span>
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  6677. </div>
  6678. <div class="product-content">
  6680. <p>Adobe Acrobat Pro remains the industry standard for good reason. Its rich combination of creation, editing, reviewing, and security features are mimicked by the best alternative options, but we feel Acrobat still does it best. Its recent interface redesign makes it much easier to navigate through its robust toolset than the nested menus of yore, and its cloud subscription option puts its advanced features within reach of more individuals and small businesses. (See <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/3433219/adobe-acrobat-standard-dc-vs-adobe-acrobat-pro-dc.html">how it compares to the Adobe Acrobat Standard</a>.)  </p>
  6681.  
  6682. <p>Though many of its features are available in other, cheaper PDF editors, Acrobat is still the editor against which all others are judged. And, as of this year, it&rsquo;s also the first PDF editor that we know of to <a href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2242612/adobe-adds-its-own-ai-powered-pdf-tools-following-everyone-else.html" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.pcworld.com/article/2242612/adobe-adds-its-own-ai-powered-pdf-tools-following-everyone-else.html">incorporate AI into the feature mix</a>.</p>
  6683. </div>
  6684. Read our full
  6685. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/407201/adobe-acrobat-pro-dc-review.html" target="_blank" score="5">
  6686. Acrobat Pro DC review </a>
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  6692. Foxit PDF Editor 13 &ndash; Best overall runner-up </h2>
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  6727. <div class="product-chart-body">
  6728. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  6730. <div class="product-chart-column">
  6731. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  6732. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  6733. <li>
  6734. Multi-platform </li>
  6735. <li>
  6736. Business-ready capabilities </li>
  6737. <li>
  6738. AI integration helps with document editing </li>
  6739. </ul>
  6740. </div>
  6741. <div class="product-chart-column">
  6742. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  6743. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  6744. <li>
  6745. Can be expensive depending on product license </li>
  6746. </ul>
  6747. </div>
  6748. </div>
  6749. </div>
  6750. </div>
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  6755.  
  6756. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  6757. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  6758. $179.99 (Standard version, perpetual license) </span>
  6759. </div>
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  6763. Best Prices Today:
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  6766. <span class="not-amp">
  6767. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.foxit.com/shopping/checkout.html&amp;xcust=2-1-407214-6-654508-11679&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="Foxit PDF Editor" data-vars-product-id="654508" data-vars-category="Personal Software" data-vars-manufacturer-id="11679" data-vars-manufacturer="Foxit Software" data-vars-vendor="Foxit Software" data-vars-po="" data-product="654508" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.foxit.com/shopping/checkout.html" rel="nofollow">$179 at  Foxit Software</a> </span>
  6768. </span>
  6769. </div>
  6770. </div>
  6771. <div class="product-content">
  6773. <p>Foxit PDF Editor 13 hits all the right notes for a premium PDF editor and can even take on the formidable Adobe Acrobat. It&rsquo;s packed with features that are sure to please power users&mdash;all the requisite content editing tools; review and markup features; form fill and signing support; and robust security options for sensitive documents, such as permissions, password protection, and data redaction. It supports tons of file formats, and adding hyperlinks, images, and files to a PDF is trouble-free. </p>
  6774.  
  6775. <p>Indeed, ease-of-use is one of Foxit&rsquo;s great strengths. The program uses a Microsoft Office-style ribbon interface which groups tasks in a familiar and intuitive interface, making for a seamless integration with your workflow. It also provides ChatGPT integration so you can easily get help with your documents from an AI assistant. Yes, it&rsquo;s priced on the higher side for a PDF editor, but with all it has going for it, Nitro PDF Pro more than earns its keep. Plus, you can try it out for free for seven days to see if you like it before making a commitment. If you&rsquo;re looking for an Acrobat replacement, you won&rsquo;t find many better.</p>
  6776. </div>
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  6779. Foxit PDF Editor review </a>
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  6785. EaseUS PDF editor &ndash; Best budget option </h2>
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  6820. <div class="product-chart-body">
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  6823. <div class="product-chart-column">
  6824. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  6825. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  6826. <li>
  6827. Full set of editing tools </li>
  6828. <li>
  6829. Annotation options enable easy collaboration </li>
  6830. <li>
  6831. Straightforward interface </li>
  6832. </ul>
  6833. </div>
  6834. <div class="product-chart-column">
  6835. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  6836. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  6837. <li>
  6838. Windows only </li>
  6839. <li>
  6840. Needs subscription to remove usage limits </li>
  6841. </ul>
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  6849. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  6850.  
  6851. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  6852. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  6853. Free I $29.95/mo I $49.95/yr I $79.95/lifetime </span>
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  6861. <span class="not-amp">
  6862. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-8200811-15557703?sid=2-1-407214-6-2062624-16455&amp;url=https://www.easeus-software.com/pdf-editor" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="EaseUS PDF Editor" data-vars-product-id="2062624" data-vars-category="Personal Software,Professional Software" data-vars-manufacturer-id="16455" data-vars-manufacturer="EaseUS" data-vars-vendor="EaseUS" data-vars-po="" data-product="2062624" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.easeus-software.com/pdf-editor" rel="nofollow">$49.95 at  EaseUS</a> </span>
  6863. </span>
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  6865. </div>
  6866. <div class="product-content">
  6868. <p>EaseUs might not have the name recognition of some of the other editors on this list, but it&rsquo;s more than capable of holding its own in the crowded PDF editor market. It provides all of the essential tools for managing PDF files without any of the elaborate or hard-to-understand features. It allows users to jump right in to their toolset and get straight to editing with only what they need. </p>
  6869.  
  6870. <p>While EaseUS&rsquo;s features are great, they are also pretty standard fare among PDF editors. What makes it stand out is its affordable price&mdash;it&rsquo;s a great value for those who regularly edit PDFs and don&rsquo;t want to pay out the nose. EaseUS also offers a fully functional free version (with embedded watermarks on your edited documents) so users can take it for a spin to see if it meets their needs before they commit to paying any money.</p>
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  6874. EaseUS PDF Editor review </a>
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  6880. PDF Candy &ndash; Best free option </h2>
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  6915. <div class="product-chart-body">
  6916. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  6918. <div class="product-chart-column">
  6919. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  6920. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  6921. <li>
  6922. Many advanced features </li>
  6923. <li>
  6924. OCR capability </li>
  6925. <li>
  6926. Very easy to use </li>
  6927. </ul>
  6928. </div>
  6929. <div class="product-chart-column">
  6930. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  6931. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  6932. <li>
  6933. No Mac support </li>
  6934. <li>
  6935. Free trial only offers basic features </li>
  6936. </ul>
  6937. </div>
  6938. </div>
  6939. </div>
  6940. </div>
  6942. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  6943. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  6944. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  6945.  
  6946. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  6947. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  6948. Free </span>
  6949. </div>
  6951. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
  6952. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  6953. Best Prices Today:
  6954. </span>
  6955. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--links-wrapper">
  6956. <span class="not-amp">
  6957. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://pdfcandy.com/&amp;xcust=2-1-407214-6-393099-17975&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="PDF Candy" data-vars-product-id="393099" data-vars-category="Consumer Electronics" data-vars-manufacturer-id="17975" data-vars-manufacturer="PDF Candy" data-vars-vendor="PDF Candy" data-vars-po="" data-product="393099" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://pdfcandy.com/" rel="nofollow">Free at  PDF Candy</a> </span>
  6958. </span>
  6959. </div>
  6960. </div>
  6961. <div class="product-content">
  6963. <p>PDF Candy is the rare free PDF editor that offers a lot of the features you&rsquo;d typically have to pay for. We&rsquo;re talking scanning, multiple file-conversion options, and OCR functionality. All of this combines to make PDF Candy stand out among the multitude of lesser free PDF editors. It does have a bit of a wonky interface, but once you get the hang of it you&rsquo;re off and running.</p>
  6964.  
  6965. <p>Unfortunately, while the free version has access to the expansive toolset of the paid version, you&rsquo;re limited to one PDF task per hour. If you want unfettered access, you need to shell out $6 per month, or $48 per year. </p>
  6966. </div>
  6967. Read our full
  6968. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/395003/pdf-candy-pdf-editor-review.html" target="_blank" score="4">
  6969. PDF Candy review </a>
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  6975. PDF Expert &ndash; Best full-featured editor for Apple devices </h2>
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  7009. </div>
  7010. <div class="product-chart-body">
  7011. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  7013. <div class="product-chart-column">
  7014. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  7015. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  7016. <li>
  7017. Syncs across Mac, iPhone, and iPad </li>
  7018. <li>
  7019. Comprehensive editing and annotation tools </li>
  7020. <li>
  7021. Simple, intuitive interface </li>
  7022. </ul>
  7023. </div>
  7024. <div class="product-chart-column">
  7025. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  7026. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  7027. <li>
  7028. Requires annual payment </li>
  7029. <li>
  7030. Lifetime license enables use on Mac only </li>
  7031. </ul>
  7032. </div>
  7033. </div>
  7034. </div>
  7035. </div>
  7037. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  7038. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  7039. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  7040.  
  7041. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  7042. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  7043. Free 7-day trial, then $79.99 annually </span>
  7044. </div>
  7046. <div class="product-chart-item__pricing-details ">
  7047. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  7048. Best Prices Today:
  7049. </span>
  7050. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--links-wrapper">
  7051. <span class="not-amp">
  7052. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://pdfexpert.com/pricing&amp;xcust=2-1-407214-6-823969-19607&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="PDF Expert (iOS)" data-vars-product-id="823969" data-vars-category="Consumer Electronics" data-vars-manufacturer-id="19607" data-vars-manufacturer="Readdle" data-vars-vendor="Readdle" data-vars-po="" data-product="823969" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://pdfexpert.com/pricing" rel="nofollow">$79.99 at  Readdle</a> </span>
  7053. </span>
  7054. </div>
  7055. </div>
  7056. <div class="product-content">
  7058. <p>PDF Expert is an excellent editor that fits seamlessly into the Apple ecosystem, making it our pick for Macs, iPads, and iPhone users. </p>
  7059.  
  7060. <p>While macOS does include a PDF editor in its Preview app, iOS devices don&rsquo;t have a native PDF editor and PDF Expert fills that gap nicely. It has a clean and intuitive interface and offers a plethora of easy-to-use editing options such as page management, converting scanned files into editable documents, and conversion to other file formats, among other things. The pricing plan is also considerably cheaper than most of the other top picks, meaning this is a no-brainer for Apple users.</p>
  7061. </div>
  7062. Read our full
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  7064. PDF Expert (iOS) review </a>
  7065. </div>
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  7070. Apple Preview PDF editor &ndash; Best free option for Mac users </h2>
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  7105. <div class="product-chart-body">
  7106. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  7108. <div class="product-chart-column">
  7109. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  7110. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  7111. <li>
  7112. Full set of PDF markup tools </li>
  7113. <li>
  7114. Supports form filling </li>
  7115. <li>
  7116. PDFs can be protected with passwords, encryption, and permission controls </li>
  7117. </ul>
  7118. </div>
  7119. <div class="product-chart-column">
  7120. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  7121. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  7122. <li>
  7123. Limited native sharing options </li>
  7124. <li>
  7125. Only available to Mac users </li>
  7126. </ul>
  7127. </div>
  7128. </div>
  7129. </div>
  7130. </div>
  7132. <div class="product-chart-item__information ">
  7133. <div class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-wrapper">
  7134. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  7135.  
  7136. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  7137. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  7138. Built into macOS </span>
  7139. </div>
  7141. </div>
  7142. <div class="product-content">
  7144. <p>Mac users needn&rsquo;t look beyond the macOS for their PDF editing needs, since there is a full set of PDF markup tools already available at their disposal in Apple Preview. It has the chops to handle most personal and business PDF editing needs, including encryption, password protection, and permissions for files. </p>
  7145.  
  7146. <p>Apple Preview&rsquo;s PDF features and capabilities are impressive and should be all you need for most common editing tasks. The drawback, of course, is that only Mac users can take advantage of them.</p>
  7147. </div>
  7148. Read our full
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  7150. Apple Preview PDF editor review </a>
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  7187. <div class="lightbox-image-container foundry-lightbox"><figure class="enlarged-image"><img decoding="async" data-wp-bind--src="selectors.core.image.enlargedImgSrc" data-wp-style--object-fit="selectors.core.image.lightboxObjectFit" width="2848" height="1522" class="product-chart-item__image" alt="pdfFiller - Best web-based editor" src="" loading="lazy" sizes="2848" /></figure></div>
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  7190. </div>
  7191. <div class="product-chart-body">
  7192. <div class="product-chart-columns">
  7194. <div class="product-chart-column">
  7195. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Pros</p>
  7196. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  7197. <li>
  7198. Intuitive web-based interface </li>
  7199. <li>
  7200. Robust security options </li>
  7201. <li>
  7202. Lots of business-ready capabilities </li>
  7203. </ul>
  7204. </div>
  7205. <div class="product-chart-column">
  7206. <p class="product-chart-subTitle">Cons</p>
  7207. <ul class="product-pros-cons-list">
  7208. <li>
  7209. Business features won&rsquo;t be needed by some users </li>
  7210. <li>
  7211. Requires annual commitment to get best value </li>
  7212. </ul>
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  7220. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-label">
  7221.  
  7222. Price When Reviewed: </span>
  7223. <span class="product-chart-item__information--rrp-value">
  7224. $8 per month (annual commitment) I $20 per month (cancel at any time) </span>
  7225. </div>
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  7228. <span class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--label">
  7229. Best Prices Today:
  7230. </span>
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  7232. <span class="not-amp">
  7233. <a class="product-chart-item__pricing-details--link" href="https://go.redirectingat.com/?id=111346X1569483&amp;url=https://www.pdffiller.com/en/services.htm&amp;xcust=2-1-407214-6-665081-19106&amp;sref=https://www.pcworld.com/feed" target="_blank" data-vars-product-name="pdfFiller" data-vars-product-id="665081" data-vars-category="Personal Software" data-vars-manufacturer-id="19106" data-vars-manufacturer="airSlate" data-vars-vendor="pdfFiller" data-vars-po="" data-product="665081" data-vars-link-position-id="003" data-vars-link-position="Product Chart" data-vars-outbound-link="https://www.pdffiller.com/en/services.htm" rel="nofollow">$20 at  pdfFiller</a> </span>
  7234. </span>
  7235. </div>
  7236. </div>
  7237. <div class="product-content">
  7239. <p>pdfFiller is a browser-based PDF editor that allows you do to just about everything PDF-related&mdash;editing, securing, sharing, creating, and storing PDF files&mdash;all from its intuitive and simple web interface. Its design is similar to a desktop app, with the toolbar across the top, and document thumbnails along the side, so it&rsquo;s very easy to select the page you want to work on and perform the desired function, be it adding, deleting, or copying/pasting text; changing font style, size, and color; and so on. A standard set of markup tools is also available. It has a surprisingly deep set of features for both personal and business use. For instance the Premium plan offers an impressive legal document library, as well as SignNow support.</p>
  7240.  
  7241. <p>While incredibly versatile, not all of pdfFiller&rsquo;s advanced features will suit everyone. Fortunately, there are three subscription tiers, which gives users a way to meet their editing needs without paying extra for unnecessary features: Basic for $8/mo; Plus for $12/mo; Premium for $15/mo with an annual commitment. Month-to-month options are also available, but at a higher cost, of course.</p>
  7242. </div>
  7243. Read our full
  7244. <a class="product-chart-item__review-link" href="https://www.pcworld.com/article/823770/pdffiller-pdf-editor-review.html" target="_blank" score="4.5">
  7245. pdfFiller review </a>
  7246. </div>
  7247. </div>
  7248.  
  7250.  
  7251.  
  7252.  
  7253.  
  7254. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="a-word-about-online-pdf-editors">A word about online PDF editors</h2>
  7255.  
  7256.  
  7257.  
  7258. <p>Why spend a chunk of change on a desktop editor when free online PDF editors abound? The simple answer is because you get what you pay for. Generally, free online editors will let you add text and comments, merge and split documents, and convert files to and from PDF. With rare exception, however, they won&rsquo;t let you edit existing text and many have file-size and page-volume restrictions. And a lot of them will watermark your edited document. For these reasons, web PDF editors are best reserved for simple, fast editing jobs. Call in these big dogs for anything more demanding.</p>
  7259.  
  7260.  
  7261.  
  7262. <h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-to-look-for-in-a-pdf-editor">What to look for in a PDF editor</h2>
  7263.  
  7264.  
  7265.  
  7266. <p>PDF editors come in a variety of flavors, offering varying feature sets&mdash;from basic functionality to power-user tools. It&rsquo;s important to know what features best match your workflow before you commit to a PDF editor.</p>
  7267.  
  7268.  
  7269.  
  7270. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="create-convert-and-export-pdfs">Create, convert, and export PDFs </h3>
  7271.  
  7272.  
  7273.  
  7274. <p>The most fundamental function of a PDF editor is to make PDFs, either from scratch, scanned hard copies, or by converting digital documents. A good PDF editor should be able to transform a variety of file types&mdash;from Microsoft Office formats to images to HTML&mdash;and do so seamlessly, preserving the original formatting. It should also include OCR technology to make the PDF text searchable and editable. Likewise, a good PDF editor must be able to export PDFs into other editable formats such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, HTML, or plain text, maintaining the original files hyperlinks, images, and other elements.</p>
  7275.  
  7276.  
  7277.  
  7278. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="content-editing">Content editing </h3>
  7279.  
  7280.  
  7281.  
  7282. <p>Another bit of magic that PDF editors unlock is the ability to modify text; insert, resize, and move images; and reorganize pages in the PDF. A good one will perform these tasks as easily as in a text document or slide deck, allowing in-line editing, dragging-and dropping graphics, and adding or removing hyperlinks.</p>
  7283.  
  7284.  
  7285.  
  7286. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="review-and-annotate">Review and annotate </h3>
  7287.  
  7288.  
  7289.  
  7290. <p>A good PDF editor should also let you or anyone else using it add comments and other annotations to PDF files during review. It should have tools to mark up both text documents and graphic-heavy files like webpages. Common options include sticky notes, callout boxes, highlighting, freehand drawing tools, and stamps with messages like &ldquo;approved,&rdquo; &ldquo;revised,&rdquo; and &ldquo;confidential.&rdquo;</p>
  7291.  
  7292.  
  7293.  
  7294. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="security">Security </h3>
  7295.  
  7296.  
  7297.  
  7298. <p>All businesses deal with documents containing sensitive data. Look for a PDF editor that includes security features that allow access for authorized eyes only. Good options will usually offer several levels of security, including password protection, permissions setting, and content redaction, which &ldquo;blacks out&rdquo; selected text and images. Most PDF editors will also offer one or more ways to electronically sign documents.</p>
  7299.  
  7300.  
  7301.  
  7302. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="mobile-support">Mobile support </h3>
  7303.  
  7304.  
  7305.  
  7306. <p>While deep PDF editing is best done on a desktop, it&rsquo;s nice to be able to review and annotate files when you&rsquo;re out and about. While PDFs can typically be reviewed in any PDF reader or editor, regardless of which one they were created in, consider looking for an editor that has a dedicated mobile app, is optimized for mobile devices, or allows cloud access to features through a mobile browser.</p>
  7307.  
  7308.  
  7309.  
  7310. <p>One of the great things about a PDF is that it can be read and edited in any PDF program regardless of which one it was created in. So beyond the features outlined here, let your personal preferences guide you in making your decision.</p>
  7311.  
  7312.  
  7313.  
  7314. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-block faq-block"><h2 class="faq-block-title" id="faq"> FAQ </h2><hr class="block-horizotal-divider">
  7315. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">1.</span>
  7316. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="what-is-the-difference-between-a-pdf-document-and-a-pdf-form">What is the difference between a PDF document and a PDF form?</h3>
  7317.  
  7318.  
  7319.  
  7320. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  7321. <p>While there are a number of different types of PDF file formats, they all fall under the umbrella term of PDF documents. A PDF form is a type of PDF document that has editable form fields a user can fill out. Typically, parts of the document are static and can&rsquo;t be changed in a PDF form, such as questions in a survey or instructions about filling out the form. In a PDF form, the content fields a user fills out are open to editing and can offer a list of possible answer options or can be written in freely.</p>
  7322. </div>
  7323. </div></div>
  7324.  
  7325.  
  7326.  
  7327. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">2.</span>
  7328. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="are-pdf-documents-and-word-files-different">Are PDF documents and Word files different?</h3>
  7329.  
  7330.  
  7331.  
  7332. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  7333. <p>Yes. They are two entirely different document formats. While you can export from one file format to another, they are not the same. Word file formats are usually used for word processing, editing, and making changes to text. PDF documents on the other hand, are most often utilized for viewing, sharing, and printing. Additionally, Word files are read and write and contain some version of the &ldquo;.doc&rdquo; file format. Whereas PDF files are typically read-only and contain the &ldquo;.pdf&rdquo; file format.</p>
  7334. </div>
  7335. </div></div>
  7336.  
  7337.  
  7338.  
  7339. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">3.</span>
  7340. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="can-you-protect-pdf-documents-from-being-edited-by-other-people">Can you protect PDF documents from being edited by other people?</h3>
  7341.  
  7342.  
  7343.  
  7344. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  7345. <p>Yes. If you have a PDF document that you don&rsquo;t want anyone else to edit, you can protect the file. You can do this by opening the file in Acrobat, for instance, and clicking <em>Tools &gt; Protect</em>. Then you have a few options as to whether you want to simply restrict editing with a password, or if you want to encrypt the file for further safety. Once you choose how you want to protect the PDF document, you can set a password and save.</p>
  7346. </div>
  7347. </div></div>
  7348.  
  7349.  
  7350.  
  7351. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">4.</span>
  7352. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="can-you-merge-pdfs-with-a-free-pdf-editor">Can you merge PDFs with a free PDF editor?</h3>
  7353.  
  7354.  
  7355.  
  7356. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  7357. <p>As a matter of fact, many free PDF editors allow you to merge two or more PDFs into one document. Such is the case with our top free pick PDF Candy. Open up the PDF editor application or website in your browser and search for the <em>Merge</em> option. It will then ask you to add the files of all PDFs you wish to merge. Once the files have been added, arrange the page order and alignment before proceeding with the merge. Afterwards, all of your previously PDF files will be merged into one new PDF document.</p>
  7358. </div>
  7359. </div></div>
  7360.  
  7361.  
  7362.  
  7363. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-inner-block faq-save-block"><div class="faq-save-content"><span class="faq-rank">5.</span>
  7364. <h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="does-google-have-a-free-pdf-editor">Does Google have a free PDF editor?</h3>
  7365.  
  7366.  
  7367.  
  7368. <div class="wp-block-idg-base-theme-faq-answer-block how-to-tip">
  7369. <p>Yes and no. Google doesn&rsquo;t provide a designated free PDF editor itself, but there are third-party Chrome extensions that you can use to help get the job done. Alternatively, you can make use of Google Drive to edit a PDF document. Simply upload the document onto your Google Drive and then select the file and right-click and select <em>Open with &gt; Google Docs</em>. The file will be opened as an editable Google Docs text document. Then just make your edits and when you&rsquo;re finished click <em>File &gt; Download &gt;PDF Document</em> to revert it back to a PDF file. </p>
  7370.  
  7371.  
  7372.  
  7373. <p>This method is a quick and easy way to edit a simple PDF document, but be careful as Google Docs can run into formatting issues if your original document has complex visual formatting such as tables and graphs. In this case, it is best to use a designated free or premium PDF editor.</p>
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