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review LG UltraGear 27GP850-B review: High-performance monitor for gamers

LG UltraGear 27GP850-B review: High-performance monitor for gamers

LG recently released a couple of new monitors for gamers. Among them, one caught my interest: the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B. It’s a 27” monitor with an IPS screen, quick response rate, and fast refresh rate that goes up to 180 Hz. And it’s also available for a reasonable price that many can afford. I’ve asked the company whether I could test it, and they
review AMD Radeon RX 6800 review: Excellent for gaming in 1440p and above!

AMD Radeon RX 6800 review: Excellent for gaming in 1440p and above!

For me, one of AMD’s most compelling graphics cards these days is the Radeon RX 6800. And, as luck would have it, I got to test it this week. The RX 6800 targets the higher-end section of the gaming market, promising excellent performance in 1440p and even 4K resolutions. Built on the RDNA 2 architecture, it features 16 GB of GDDR6 RAM, fast bandwidth,
review ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2022) review: Powerful, mobile, and beautiful

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2022) review: Powerful, mobile, and beautiful

The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2022) is one of the most interesting gaming laptops I’ve tested in a while. Not only does it offer premium high-end hardware, but it also sweetens the pot with a unique customizable AniMe Matrix on its screen lid and by being a very mobile gaming laptop with a smaller than the average screen size of just 14 inches. Pair
review ASUS ZenWiFi Pro ET12 review: Mesh Wi-Fi for 2.5 Gbps internet!

ASUS ZenWiFi Pro ET12 review: Mesh Wi-Fi for 2.5 Gbps internet!

So far this year, I tested several Wi-Fi 6 routers that impressed me with their performance in real-world conditions. And it was time I tested a mesh Wi-Fi 6 system too. I’m referring to the ASUS ZenWiFi Pro ET12 (AXE11000) - a tri-band mesh system with support for Wi-Fi 6E. When you first look at it, you’re impressed by its looks and size. When
review HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 2 review: The high-end earphones you’ll love

HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 2 review: The high-end earphones you’ll love

In recent years, HUAWEI has become a name to reckon with when it comes to things like laptops or fitness and mobile accessories. One of the areas where they’re really stepping up is the earphones niche. Their latest proposition for this market is the HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro 2: a high-end pair of earphones that promises to deliver top-notch audio quality and a sleek design.
review AMD Ryzen 5 5600 review: Is it a good choice in 2022?

AMD Ryzen 5 5600 review: Is it a good choice in 2022?

2022 has been a bit of a strange year for the processors market. While Intel regained the performance crown with its new and excellent Alder Lake family of processors, AMD released additional models of their Ryzen 5000 processors. Some are faster than their previous iterations, while some are more affordable in terms of price. One of the CPUs that falls in the latter category
review TP-Link Archer GX90 Review: Wi-Fi 6 for gamers!

TP-Link Archer GX90 Review: Wi-Fi 6 for gamers!

TP-Link Archer GX90 is a large and aggressive tri-band Wi-Fi 6 router that competes in the busy market of premium routers for people with generous budgets, fast internet connections, and high expectations. The list of features is extensive, and it also includes compatibility with 2.5 Gbps internet connections that are slowly becoming available up worldwide. But is this router a great match for such
review ASUS Mini PC PB62 review: An excellent choice for businesses

ASUS Mini PC PB62 review: An excellent choice for businesses

On top of gaming computers and accessories, ASUS also manufactures small form factor PCs, targeted at various audiences. I’ve recently tested a relatively new model called the ASUS Mini PC PB62. Though it’s a small device, it promises to deliver plenty of power and a lot of ports and connectivity options. Furthermore, it also holds a couple of certifications, among which the most interesting
review Samsung Galaxy A53 5G review: A jack-of-all-trades!

Samsung Galaxy A53 5G review: A jack-of-all-trades!

The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G is an interesting proposition from the well-known Korean manufacturer. We’re talking about a mid-range device running the latest Android and with some noteworthy choices in terms of hardware. The screen, battery, and camera system are the first things that come to mind if you browse its specs. But is it a good smartphone? Is it worth buying? Read this
review HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Pro review: Excellent design and health tracking!

HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Pro review: Excellent design and health tracking!

Huawei is investing heavily in expanding its product ecosystem outside the smartphone market, and smartwatches and fitness devices are a strong focus area for them. The company recently announced their HUAWEI WATCH GT 3 Pro. It is an elegant product with excellent build quality and many features, available for both men and women. After testing it for several days, I can say that the
review ASUS ROG Strix RX 6650 XT Gaming 8GB OC Edition review

ASUS ROG Strix RX 6650 XT Gaming 8GB OC Edition review

During the last months, AMD launched a couple of new graphics cards based on the RDNA2 architecture, with fairly good retail recommended prices. In an attempt to match Nvidia’s propositions, the current AMD gaming GPUs sometimes amaze with their specs, while sometimes not so much. One of the newest AMD graphics cards is the Radeon RX 6650 XT, which comes with slightly higher clocks
review Intel Core i9-12900K review: A beast in every way!

Intel Core i9-12900K review: A beast in every way!

The 12th generation of Intel processors proved to be a significant leap forward for the silicon giant. After a couple of years of lagging behind AMD, the company is back on track and back in pole position. Its Alder Lake processors are powerful and fast, and all of them seem to outmatch their direct competitors. Except for Intel’s Core i9-12900K, a high-end proposition that
review Synology RT6600ax review: Exceptional in many ways!

Synology RT6600ax review: Exceptional in many ways!

Synology is a less known brand in the world of consumer electronics and some people know the company only for its advanced Network Attached Storage (NAS) solutions. However, Synology also manufactures wireless routers for consumers and small businesses. It has a few models, accompanied by outstanding firmware and software support, and they just launched their first Wi-Fi 6 router - Synology RT6600ax. Yes, it’s
review Kingston Fury Renegade SSD review: High-end storage for enthusiasts

Kingston Fury Renegade SSD review: High-end storage for enthusiasts

Kingston continues to amaze us with the extremely fast storage devices it designs. The last one, reviewed in this article, is called the Fury Renegade, and its technical specs are, simply put, incredible. It can theoretically read data sequentially at a speed of 7.3 GB/s! And writing is done at up to 7 GB/s! If you want high-performance storage, then this solid-state drive might
review Kingston Fury Beast DDR5-6000 32GB review: It’s super fast!

Kingston Fury Beast DDR5-6000 32GB review: It’s super fast!

DDR5 RAM is slowly but surely going to replace DDR4, and although the prices I’ve seen are still quite high, the good news is that nowadays, it looks like you can actually find DDR5 memory modules in stores. Kingston is one of the companies that do quite well in this market, their best DDR5 RAM to date being the Kingston Fury Beast DDR5-6000 32GB.
review Xiaomi Mi Router AX9000 review: Loads of power and potential!

Xiaomi Mi Router AX9000 review: Loads of power and potential!

When I first looked at pictures of the Xiaomi Mi Router AX9000 and its official specifications, I was impressed and looking forward to test it. This router has a daring design, powerful hardware, and it can work with 2.5 Gbps internet connections that are slowly gaining ground all over the world. But how do all these elements translate into the real-life experience of users?
review Realme Buds Air 3 review: Solid noise canceling and audio quality!

Realme Buds Air 3 review: Solid noise canceling and audio quality!

First and foremost, Realme is known for making affordable Android smartphones. However, the company also manufactures and sells phone accessories, including earphones. In this review, I’m going to share with you my experience with their new Realme Buds Air 3, a set of true wireless earphones that promise powerful active noise cancellation, excellent sound quality, and solid battery life. All this for a great
review Xiaomi 12 review: Great high-end compact Android smartphone

Xiaomi 12 review: Great high-end compact Android smartphone

Stores everywhere seem to be filled with devices made and sold by Xiaomi. The company has become one of the biggest players in the tech world, and the Android market is one of its main targets. On top of price-accessible phones, Xiaomi also offers high-end, premium smartphones. And one of the best, at least on paper and in advertisements, is their latest Xiaomi 12.
review Xiaomi Buds 3 review: High audio quality earphones with ANC

Xiaomi Buds 3 review: High audio quality earphones with ANC

Xiaomi is a growing presence in many tech areas, from smartphones to television sets and from vacuum cleaners to air purifiers. But they also make and sell smaller devices like earphones. Although the competition is very strong in this market, Xiaomi somehow manages to be a top player, creating some of the best gadgets out there at prices that often outmatch their competition. In
review Xiaomi Watch S1 Active review: a potential winner

Xiaomi Watch S1 Active review: a potential winner

The new generation of Xiaomi smartwatches is here. The Xiaomi Watch S1 targets the users who are more interested in the design of their wearables, while the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active is aimed more towards sports and health enthusiasts. In this review, I take a closer look at the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active. It has an impressive list of features and a balanced price.