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Ben Wilson
Ben is the editor for everything in our tech channel at Windows Central, including desktop PCs, the components inside, and practically any accessory. Since most of this hardware tends to be compatible with Xbox, he also keeps an Xbox Series S close by for testing headsets, external storage, and anything with enough versatility to cover all the bases. A lifelong gamer since his first console, the SEGA Mega Drive, he has an affinity for taking things to pieces to see how they work.
Pursuing a recent career in technology journalism follows over a decade of experience in electronics retail and tech support roles, offering repairs and recommendations to consumers. A personal hobby in custom PC building built a strong desire to follow the latest cutting-edge hardware in a never-ending search to find the parts genuinely worth buying. Always on the hunt for the best value for money, he's fueled by a steady diet of caffeinated drinks and coffee-flavored food.
Forever a Windows XP fan, he's keeping up with the latest releases from Microsoft but dabbles in Linux to experiment with the inner workings of Valve's Steam Deck handheld. He'll look out for your best interests if you're considering tinkering with hardware upgrades and want the best bang for your buck. Find him on Mastodon @trzomb@mastodon.online to ask questions or share opinions.
Latest articles by Ben Wilson
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Intel's 14th Gen Core mobile processors for laptops gain Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 5 to offset mostly lackluster spec bumps
By Ben Wilson published
14th Gen Modest gains for the Core i9-14900HX in a slight step up over the 13th Gen.
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"Who needs a 57-inch curved MiniLED gaming monitor?" asks Acer, with 240Hz OLED alternatives in tow for CES 2024
By Ben Wilson published
Too big? Acer previews four curved Predator gaming monitors designed for hardcore gamers ahead of CES 2024, including the gigantic 57-inch MiniLED Z57 set for release in Q2 2024.
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My aversion to 3D glasses is over: Acer's new stereoscopic laptop and monitor transform 2D content in real-time
By Ben Wilson published
No 3D glasses Acer debuts new SpatialLabs tech in two devices: an Aspire 3D 15 laptop aimed at 3D creators and a Predator SpatialLabs View 27 monitor for gamers, offering glasses-free real-time 3D experiences.
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Portable PC gaming handhelds are secretly my most anticipated tech innovation for 2024, and MSI makes the competition fierce
By Ben Wilson published
The Claw The leaked MSI Claw features Intel hardware, ready to tackle the giants of Valve's Steam Deck and ASUS' ROG Ally.
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Best PCs for sim racing 2024: Pre-built desktop options
By Ben Wilson last updated
PC racers The best gaming PC for sim racing will offer a more personalized experience than a console. Grab a ready-made computer and hit the race track.
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Best motherboard for AMD Ryzen 7 5800X in 2024
By Ben Wilson last updated
Updated AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X fits the B550 and X570 chipset just like its 5600X sibling, but which motherboard is the best for this multi-core CPU?
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Best motherboard for AMD Ryzen 5 5600X in 2024
By Ben Wilson last updated
Updated AMD's Ryzen 5 5600X is arguably the most affordable mid-range, 8-core processor, but which is the best motherboard to match? Here are my picks.
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My next PC webcam NEEDS Microsoft's answer to Face ID — Here's why (and why we need more companies to make them)
By Ben Wilson published
Say hello My 13-year-old webcam finally bit the dust, and I need a new one, but my tastes are more refined than they were in 2017. Here's why I'm hooked on Windows Hello.
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HP Envy Move review: The most adorable all-in-one desktop I've ever used — this SHOULD be your next family PC
By Ben Wilson published
Review HP offers a unique solution for families needing a shared computer with the Envy Move, which solves problems that most laptops can't, and it's a triumph.
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7 last-minute stocking stuffers I JUST bought for my tech-loving family and gamer friends (because I'm bad at Xmas shopping)
By Ben Wilson published
Quick gifts My teenage relatives and video game-loving friends eagerly await holiday gifts, so here's everything I picked at the last moment with buzzer-beating orders.
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Windows 11 Pro is finally cheap enough that you don't have to steal it in this limited-time deal
By Ben Wilson published
Deal In a rare display of generosity, you can buy Windows 11 Pro for only $39.99 from a legitimate Microsoft Partner with no danger of deactivations or other issues with dubious codes.
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GTA 6 trailer analysis: Vice City expands to Leonida State with a female protagonist and teases unprecedented levels of detail
By Ben Wilson published
GTA 6 The first trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI was released early due to Internet leaks and confirmed its location as Vice City, but some details are more subtle and outright hidden.
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What to expect in the GTA 6 trailer: Vice City, Florida, and beyond, as the next Grand Theft Auto is unveiled tomorrow
By Ben Wilson published
GTA 6 Grand Theft Auto 6 will soon be unveiled to the world with its first official trailer, but what can excited gamers realistically expect to see? Here are my theories as a fan of the series.
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Forget Steam Deck OLED — ASUS ROG Ally is $399!! (It is even cheaper than on Cyber Monday and it crushes the competition)
By Ben Wilson last updated
🎁Deal ASUS ROG Ally is a powerhouse portable PC gaming handheld and the perfect holiday gaming gift, enjoying a discount that puts Cyber Monday to shame.
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Could 3 months of FREE PC Game Pass and GeForce Now with ANY RTX 40-Series graphics card purchase convince you to pick up NVIDIA's latest GPU?
By Ben Wilson published
RTX freebies Push your new RTX 40-Series graphics card to its limits with downloadable PC Game Pass titles, or stream them from the cloud with GeForce NOW (while the offer lasts!)
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Porsche-themed ultrawide curved gaming monitor leaks with the weakest sales pitch and I'm bored already — who's asking for these?
By Ben Wilson published
Porsche(?) A collaboration between AOC and Porsche (seriously) has leaked ahead of CES in the form of a 49-inch curved ultrawide gaming monitor.
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Time's running out — This $599 RTX 3050 laptop is the PERFECT holiday gift for aspiring gamers on Cyber Monday (UPDATED)
By Ben Wilson published
Deal Cyber Monday is the perfect time to grab a cheap but capable laptop as a gift for first-time gamers, and Acer has just the thing.
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Get the PERFECT pre-built PC for Microsoft Flight Simulator with this unmissable Cyber Monday deal before it sells out! (UPDATED)
By Ben Wilson published
MSFS deal This powerful pre-built gaming PC is perfect for Microsoft Flight Simulator, featuring brand-new components well over the recommended specs.
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HURRY! The perfect motherboard for my favorite AMD Ryzen CPU is cheaper than ever for Cyber Monday, don't miss it!
By Ben Wilson published
Deal I've used MSI motherboards for years in several custom-built gaming rigs, and this is still my top pick for the Ryzen 5 5600X and Ryzen 7 5800X, cheaper than ever at Best Buy.
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I build gaming PCs for a living, and EVERYTHING you need is on sale for Cyber Monday, so here are 14 picks that I'd buy
By Ben Wilson published
🪛Build it! Building a gaming desktop isn't as scary as it looks, and I've handpicked all the components you need for a value-focused custom PC on sale for Cyber Monday.
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This is STILL the perfect mouse for FPS gaming, and now it's almost half-price in an unmissable Cyber Monday deal (UPDATED)
By Ben Wilson published
Deal I've said it for years: Razer makes the best PC gaming mice in the world, and the top pick for first-person shooters is almost half off for Cyber Monday.
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This RTX 3050 gaming laptop is just $599 — no, that's not a typo — and is a better deal than Steam Deck (UPDATED)
By Ben Wilson last updated
Deal For less than the cost of some modern gaming handhelds, you can get a fully-fledged gaming laptop with an RTX NVIDIA GPU for an obscenely low price for Cyber Monday.
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My all-time favorite streaming microphone didn't need a Black Friday deal: It's worth every cent at a 0% discount
By Ben Wilson published
100% worth it Not everything needs a discount to be worth buying during the Black Friday season, and my favorite XLR microphone is a prime example.
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Don't buy an Elgato capture card on Black Friday! The best 4K alternative for streamers is a smarter (and cheaper) choice (UPDATED)
By Ben Wilson published
Deal It's tempting to spring for an Elgato USB capture card, but the affordable underdog is still a better buy on Black Friday.
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The best pre-built gaming desktop PC deals for Cyber Monday 2023: Perfect picks for newcomers
By Ben Wilson, Zachary Boddy, Sean Endicott last updated
Deals Building a custom PC is a rewarding experience when it works, but it's also an intimidating prospect. Here are the best deals on pre-built options.