You don’t have to make any hard decisions about components just yet, but it’s important to consider form factor from the beginning, as the type of PC you want to build will affect the limits of what your PC can be, and do. CPU The central processor, or CPU, isn’t the lynchpin...
You’ll now see all of your computer specifications on the right window pane, but if there’s anything hidden, you can expand the sections on the left by clicking the little “plus” boxes. UnderComponents, for example, you’ll see an option forDisplay. Click it to see yourGPUor graphic...
What other parts do you have in your system? Every one of your PC components draws power. Some more than others. The biggest power draw is going to be your graphics card, followed by the processor. High-powered graphics cards and processors draw more power than lower-end ones. If you ha...
How to add custom parts to PCPartPicker? When you are on the Choose Your Parts screen and have added components, scroll down, and there you will see a button called +Add Custom Part. You need to click on it, paste the link of the component that’s not present on the website, and...
Ready to buy or build a gaming PC? We break down the unique advantages of pre-built PCs, custom-built PCs, and PCs you construct yourself.
Q: How do I know which parts of my PC need upgrading first? A: Start by monitoring your system’s performance during typical use. Use tools like Task Manager to identify bottlenecks: High CPU usage suggests a processor upgrade Maxed out RAM indicates need for memory upgrade ...
Fortnite has taken the gaming world by storm, with millions of players worldwide. If you’re wondering how to play Fortnite on PC, you’ve come to the right place. This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything from downloading and installing the game to mastering the basics and...
Mobile computing is beginning to break the chains that tie us to our desks, but many of today's mobile devices can still be a bit awkward to carry around. In the next age of computing, we will see an explosion of computer parts across our bodies, rather than across our desktops. Digita...
A simple way to enhance the portable PC experience is by connecting a laptop to an external monitor. This allows for the option of a laptop with a portable form factor to use on the go, then coming home to a screen with 4K resolution, 240Hz refresh rate, or an ultrawide aspect ratio....
If you don't want to change your whole theme in one go, you can change parts of it, such as the desktop background. This is a major one since it's what you'll see when you boot up your computer or minimize all your windows. Here's how to change it:...