The AI hardware boom is sending memory prices sky-high, so knowing exactly how much you need is more critical than ever. I've worked out the most realistic RAM goals for every type of PC.

No longer is RAM the easiest piecemeal PC upgrade available to us — but don't despair, because there are more ways to squeeze ...

PCWorld highlights that while RAM and SSD prices surge due to AI-driven demand, six PC upgrade categories remain unaffected by memory shortages. CPUs, power supplies, cooling systems, cases, monitors, ...

At the same time, some folks do need to upgrade right now, and so I'll happily give you the best advice I can from reviewing RAM and all sorts of gaming PC hardware for the last three years. When do ...

The most useful mini PC upgrade isn’t more RAM. A second Ethernet port unlocks routing and segmentation, and helps keep a cleaner home lab network.

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 ...

DDR5 memory and SSD prices continue to soar, but I have some ideas for how to save if you're upgrading, building, or buying a new computer in 2026.

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 ...

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 ...

Key solutions include using DDR4 memory which costs significantly less than DDR5, exploring no-name brands, and repurposing old office PCs with valuable existing memory.

When playing the most GPU-intensive games on the market today, you either realize your GPU settings are ruining your gaming experience, or your gaming PC build wasn't as future-proofed as you had ...

Can a handheld gaming device truly rival the performance of a high-end PC? For Steam Deck OLED owners, this question becomes tantalizingly relevant when considering a bold hardware modification: ...