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Redragon Buying Guide - High-Quality Peripherals, Budget-Friendly Prices
Written by Sean Mekinda Last year, we got to sit down with the Redragon Devarajas (Brown Switch) and were thoroughly impressed. Since then, Micro Center has vastly expanded our Redragon offerings, opening up a whole range of budget-friendly, high-quality peripherals. So, let's take a look at what you can do to upgrade your…
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AMD Ryzen 9 7950X Benchmarks - The New CPU to Beat
Written by Sean Mekinda We got to play around with AMD's brand-new Ryzen 9 7950X a bit and it was immediately clear that this CPU was something special. With boot times that left us stunned and lightning-fast daily use, we knew we had to benchmark it. Buckle up, it's fast. Photo: @w8deywins Our System: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X…
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Graphics card buying guide – what’s the best GPU to buy in 2023?
Written by Jon Martindale Buying a graphics card is the most important step when building or upgrading a gaming PC. While the CPU, memory, and storage all have their part to play in making your games look their best, the graphics card does the bulk of the heavy lifting. A high-powered GPU will give you all the options,…
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The Best Tech for a Home Digital Art Studio
Written by @Julia_V As technology advances, digital paintings, drawings, and illustrations are becoming more common. Personally, I’ve been working with digital art for 6 years and have developed a deep love for it, thanks in no small part to its versatility and accessibility. Traditional art materials can be very…
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Last-Minute Holiday Gift Picks from Micro Center Experts
For some great last-minute gifts for the tech fan in your life, we turned to the expert Champions at Micro Center stores for ideas that go beyond the usual laptops, desktops and build-your-own PC section. Here’s what they recommend. Dreamear Atari Pocket Player and Pimoroni PicoSystem If you’re looking for a gift for the…
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Beyond The PC - Console Gaming at Micro Center
Micro Center has always been known for our expansive offering of PC parts and accessories, but did you know we have a wide selection of console gaming systems, games, and accessories? From the Playstation 5 to versatile, multi-system controllers, our Champions have picked out some of their favorite consoles and accessories…
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Mac-to-School with the Apple MacBook Air and iPad
Written by @TreBouncee Back to school is always a busy time at Micro Center. Students need a plethora of things, making this time of year the Season of Tech. From laptops and desktops to the increased popularity of mobile devices like the iPad or other tablets, students are gearing up for school. Apple Macs and iPads are a…
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Last-Minute Gamer Gifts from Micro Center Experts
Gamers can be tricky to buy for during the holiday season. There are so many different games and accessories, how can you know what they already have or what they may need? Our Champions are here to help with some great suggestions that any gamer would love. Microsoft Xbox Elite v2 Core Wireless Controller by @Shoan041 The…
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Micro Center Toys and Tech Holiday Gift Guide
The holiday season is upon us and it’s time to start thinking about the perfect gifts for everyone on your shopping list. While Micro Center is known for our expansive build-your-own PC section and wide range of desktop and laptop offerings, we also have a wide range of toys and gifts for everyone. From speakers and…
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Micro Center Black Friday Deals: Exclusive Discounts on Latest Tech Gear
Written by Sean Mekinda The holiday season is almost upon us. But that doesn't mean it has to be a stressful time. Rather than wait until the last minute to fight through crowds and traffic to snag the best deals, stop by your local Micro Center today to pick up the best deals of the season - with all deals below backed by…
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What to Look for in a Gaming Mouse
Written by @Shoan041 This is part of a series on choosing your perfect mouse: Check out the Productivity Mouse edition as well as our Mouse Buying Guide! When gaming mice are made for all different tastes and preferences, it can be tricky to find the mouse that’s perfect for you. There are universal gaming mice, mice for…
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Black Friday Favorites for 2023
By Dan Ackerman As the new Editor-in-Chief at Micro Center, and a technology journalist and product reviewer for the past 20 years, Black Friday season is one of my favorite times of the year. It's when some of the coolest tech is on sale, and a chance to splurge on something special for you or your giftee. I've gone…
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How To Choose a Productivity Mouse
Written by @Vaganza This is part of a series on choosing your perfect mouse: Check out the Gaming Mouse edition as well as our Mouse Buying Guide! What makes a good productivity mouse? For the longest time, as an Apple user going as far back as the original iMac, I just used the mouse that came with Macs, even when they…
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Nanoleaf Shapes Breakdown & Showcase
Written by Sean Mekinda If you’ve been spending time looking at top-of-the-line gaming rigs or expansive smart-home set-ups, you’ve undoubtedly seen walls covered in colored, light-up shapes. But, you might not be aware of what those are or how easy they are to implement in your own home. So, let us, with the help of some…
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Intel® Core™ 14th Gen Processors: Higher Power and New Connectivity
Written by Sean Mekinda Out today, the next wave of Intel processors have arrived! Launching today are the Intel Core 14th Gen i9-14900k, i7-14700k, and i5-14600k processors, bringing with them the next leap in Intel's processor technology. This new gen features improved speeds and, in the case of the Intel Core i7-14700k,…
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Tools to Protect Your Electronics from Disaster!
There’s nothing as exciting as building a new computer, picking up the latest cell phone, or upgrading to the latest in TV technology. But then, tragedy strikes. Your new computer gets a virus. Your phone is knocked off a table and the screen breaks. A power surge fries your new TV. All these are things that can happen,…
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Our Favorite Keyboard Switches: What You Need to Know
Switches are the core of every keyboard. They’re the piece between your keycaps and the bulk of the board and they’re what governs how your keyboard feels to use. So, whether you’re building your own keyboard or picking up a prebuild, you’ll need to decide which type of switches you’ll be typing and gaming on. But there…
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Gaming Laptops: From Entry-Level to Top-of-the-Line!
Gaming laptops are a lot like their users: no two are the same. Each gaming laptop is designed with a specific use case in mind. Light users, power users, entry-level, and experienced. Our champions have gone through all the options we carry (and there are a LOT!) and pulled out four of their favorites, ranging from a…
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Head Back to School with the Perfect Tech Companions for Your Laptop!
Ready or not, school is right around the corner. No matter where you are in your education journey, a new school year brings with it new challenges. Thankfully, there are ways to make those challenges a bit easier to handle. One way is to make sure you have the tech and accessories you need to really succeed. And for that,…
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ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 Review: Top-Of-The-Line Productivity
Written by @Julia_V The ASUS ProArt Studiobook 16 has been one of my most anticipated laptops to test and write about. I have been a huge fan of ASUS’s ProArt product line since I started building my own systems, with their creator-centric sleek aesthetic and features. The Studiobook is one of the most beautiful, unique,…
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Inland Gaming MK Pro Barebones: The Budget-Friendly Custom Keyboard Killer
Written by @Rye_Bread I’ve always had a thing for keyboards. Back when I was working primarily in the General Sales department, I spent many an hour testing out all of the cool demos we had on display trying to find my favorite one. Even now that I work in the Systems Department, I still find moments to wander back into…
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Our Personal Mice and Keyboards - Gaming, Work, And Daily Use Recommendations!
Finding the perfect mouse and keyboard is a challenge. There are a ton of options for just as many use cases. If you don’t know what you need, even finding a starting point can be tricky. That’s why we pulled together some recommendations from our Champions! These are keyboards and mice that we actually use in our…
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Back-To-School PC Guide: Work Hard, Play Harder
Tis the season to think about going back to school! We've already touched on some great Mac devices to take back as well as some great accessories for your laptop or desktop, but we had yet to dig into great back-to-school laptops and desktops... until today! Our champions have four stellar recommendations for a wide range…
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Hands-On with the MSI Stealth 14 Studio - A Powerhouse for Gaming or Work
Written by @Rye_Bread Over the past month, I had the opportunity to take home and test the MSI Stealth 14 Studio laptop. The Stealth, powered by an Intel Core i7-13700H and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, paired with 16 gigabytes of RAM and a terabyte of SSD storage, proved to be a very capable companion for a…
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AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D – AMD’s new value gaming king is here
Written by Jon Martindale All prices taken at time of writing There’s no denying that AMD’s 3D V-Cache technology has been a real game changer for gaming performance. It’s made the last-gen AMD Ryzen 5 5800X3D is still one of the best gaming CPUs you can buy, and that the new Ryzen 7000 X3D models are amongst the best…
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The PowerSpec G516 Gaming PC Review - A Killer Deal with a Killer Processor
Written by Jon Martindale The PowerSpec G516 gaming PC is an excellent entry-level gaming PC with a twist: It has one of the rarest and most capable gaming CPUs ever made. Alongside its impressive collection of components, from a powerful graphics card to fast storage and memory, it also includes the iconic AMD Ryzen 5…
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The Micro Center Mid-Summer TV Buying Guide!
TV shopping can be a hassle, especially when you’re looking for the latest and greatest. Thankfully, our Champions have picked out five of their favorite TVs to make the decision process just a little bit easier! LG OLED65C3PUA 65" Class (64.5" Diag.) 4K Ultra HD Smart LED TV by @RachelleR05 If you’re shopping for a TV,…
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Price-To-Performance: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
Sponsored by Intel Whether you’re building your first PC or your fiftieth, you want to make sure that you are making the most of your budget. That means finding the components that are going to deliver the most power at the best price. And while your personal ideal Price-To-Performance ratio may be different from everyone…
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Micro Center's Summer Laptop Buying Guide
Choosing a laptop can be a daunting task. With a wide range of manufacturers and an even wider range of models, finding the perfect laptop for your exact needs might seem impossible. Thankfully, Micro Center and our Champions are here to help with a few spectacular recommendations. And, if you’re still not sure, our…
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Launch – PowerSpec Prebuilt Systems and 4070 Breakdown!
Written by Sean Mekinda Today marks the arrival of the newest card in NVIDIA's 40 series lineup, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070. The 4070 is positioned to be a killer value proposition, delivering high-quality 1440p gaming at a fraction of the cost of other cards on the market. And we have PowerSpec prebuilt systems packed…
