Memory used to be the easy part of a PC or phone upgrade, the line item you barely noticed on the receipt. That era is over.

For now, I'll focus on smaller quality-of-life upgrades to my overall desk setup, like cable management and other new bits and bobs without breaking the bank. I need to protect the savings for my ...

The main processor (CPU, “Central Processing Unit”), the main memory (RAM, “Random-Access Memory”), and the dedicated graphics card with its graphics processor (GPU, “Graphics Processing Unit”) are ...

Now, as the year winds down, we’re facing price spikes for memory and storage that are unlike anything I’ve seen in two ...

Upgrading your computer's RAM (Random Access Memory) is one of the simplest and most cost-effective ways to enhance performance. Whether your PC is slowing down during multitasking, taking forever to ...

Prices for DDR5 RAM have more than doubled since November 2025, to the point that for the cost of 64GB, you could buy a ...

Upgrading a pre-built PC sounds like a practical way to extend a computer's lifespan and enhance its performance. At first glance, it seems like it would be an easier undertaking than building a PC ...

Why this is important: For years, Crucial wasn’t just another PC parts brand. It was the safe, no-drama choice for upgrading laptops, desktops, and gaming rigs. If you ever used its compatibility ...

Micron suggests that the ongoing RAM shortage could extend well into 2026 and even beyond as demand continues to eat up the ...

Without beating around the bush, PC gaming is expensive these days. Or, at the very least, it certainly feels like it is. With the prices of the best graphics cards still way too high, it might feel ...

Not running compatibility checks across all components is one of the more common PC building mistakes one can make, which can lead to a frustrating experience with returns and further delays for the ...