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RTX 3000 Series Micro Center Discussion & FAQ!
[FAQ Updated 10:53AM 5/3/2021]* So in case anybody missed it, just earlier today NVIDIA did their announcement stream for the new RTX 3000 series cards. The main thing I took away was obviously ray tracing performance making huge leaps forward. Double the performance of previous generation with ray tracing on. What I'm…
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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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Micro Center's CPU Buying Guide - March 2023
Written by Jon Martindale What CPU should you buy in 2023? It’s a tricky choice as there are not only multiple generations of processors from AMD and Intel to consider, but they’re more competitive than ever. There are great CPUs for gaming, others that are perfect for creative workloads, and some amazing budget options…
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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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Back To School 2022: The Apple Ecosystem
Intro and MacBook Pro by @Vaganza We’re inching closer and closer to the new semester, and back-to-school season is already in full swing. And if you’re heading to college, you’re probably looking for a new computer to take with you. Personally, I (and our Micro Center Champions below!) recommend the Mac line, as its core…
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Samsung 980 PRO 2TB Benchmarks
If you’ve been looking at M.2 storage recently, you may have seen or been recommended the Samsung 970 EVO. The 970 EVO M.2 is a fan favorite for its fast write speed and dependability. The Samsung 970 PRO is an even more durable version of the 970 EVO with a drastically increased amount of data it can rewrite. However,…
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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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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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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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Build Your Own Racing Rig with these Champion Recommendations!
Creating an at-home racing sim setup can be daunting. There are a lot of parts to choose from, and you might not know exactly how you want your setup to look or feel. Thankfully, our Micro Center Champions have a wealth of experience to help you get the sim experience you really want. We’ve got five recommendations for…
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The AMD Radeon RX 7600 Launch - 1080p Gaming Starting at $269!
Written by Sean Mekinda The next graphics card in AMD's 7000 Series lineup is here! The Radeon RX 7600 is designed with 1080p gaming in mind, delivering 100+ FPS in top esports titles at max settings. It even supports 60+ FPS in AAA titles at high settings, making it a fantastic option for anyone looking to build or…
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Champions Recommend: Lesser Known Micro Center Products!
Micro Center is known for a lot of things. Great laptops, desktops, PC parts, gaming equipment, computer repair, and a whole range of maker equipment. But we also carry a lot more than just those things. Things you might not think about when you think Micro Center. So, we asked some of our Champions about some of their…
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Micro Center Champions Recommend: PC Audio!
Whether you're a staunch headphone user or like to have your audio fill the room you're in, every computer needs something to play all those wonderful beeps, boops, booms, and beats. But if you're not sure where to start, our champions have pulled together a list of five great options so you can get your sonic fill.…
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Hands-On with the LG gram Style - Ultra Light, Ultra Portable
Written by @Julia_V The 14-inch LG gram Style, featuring the new 13th Generation Raptor Lake i7-1360P processor, is an amazing ultraportable laptop. For the week that I got to go hands-on with this laptop, it was clear the gram Style was truly one of its kind. Not only does it live up to its name–the gram–in terms of…
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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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Must-Have Peripherals for New PC Gamers
So, you've just put together your first gaming PC. Or, maybe you picked up a prebuilt desktop or gaming laptop. And while that old, free mouse and keyboard served you well when you were learning the ropes, now they're just holding you back. It's time to upgrade your setup. Modern, quality gaming equipment is, pun not…
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Build of the Week 1/20 - 1/26
Every week, we choose some of our favorite builds submitted to our Build Showcase, with one very talented builder getting highlighted as our Community Build of the Week and also getting an exclusive Micro Center T-Shirt! This week's Community build is: "Pinky" Valentine's Day Build Created by LUIS Z Chosen by @Kayjayohpcs!…
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Last Minute Gifts For the Holidays
Written by Sean Mekinda The holidays aren't just coming - they're here. Thankfully, there's still a bit of time to finish (or start!) your holiday shopping at Micro Center. We've got a lot more than just computer parts, and we've put together a list of some fantastic gifts that anyone on your list will love, whether…
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A Challenger to the CPU Throne - Intel Core i9-13900K Benchmarks
Written by Sean Mekinda Intel's 13th Gen Raptor Lake processors are here (not sure what's new? Check out our overview!) and we got a chance to try out the Core i9-13900k. Unsurprisingly, Intel has delivered another blisteringly fast, top-of-the-line processor. So, we put it to the test. Here are our benchmarks: Our System:…
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Benchmarks: Stable 8K Gaming is Here
Written by Sean Mekinda The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 is here, and on top of a build guide and announcement, we got to spend some time benchmarking this behemoth of a card and, unsurprisingly, it crushes anything and everything we can throw at it. Check out our results below: Our System: ASUS GeForce RTX 4090 TUF Gaming…
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Micro Center Champions Recommend: Gaming and Daily Monitors
Looking for a new monitor, but not sure what to get? Whether you’re gaming, working, or just browsing the web and watching the latest streams, our Micro Center champions have a monitor recommendation for you! Asus 27” VG27AQL1A 2K QHD 170hz Gaming Monitor by @w8deywins Looking for that next gaming edge? Before upgrading…
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The ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 15 G533ZW-XS96 is a Mobile PC Gamers Dream!
Written By @Shoan041 I recently had the pleasure of testing out the Asus Rog Strix SCAR 15 G533ZW-XS96 gaming laptop and it is an incredible piece of hardware. No matter what I was doing – gaming, editing, streaming, or just browsing the web – the SCAR handled it with ease and power to spare. The Specs The insides of this…
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Micro Center Champion Recommendation: The SteelSeries Setup
By @Shoan041 The decision for a good gaming experience does not stop at obtaining the right parts for your PC. One of the most important decisions is to pick out Accessories that you like and are also good for the job. It can be overwhelming to see all the options available to pick from. There are many good options to…
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MAINGEAR Vector Pro Series Unboxing and Comparison
MAINGEAR recently released a new lineup of powerhouse laptops. We put together a review of the Vector Pro 17” with an Intel CPU and NVIDIA 3080 GPU, but that’s just the beginning. Since then, we got our hands on an AMD version of the Vector Pro and spent some time digging into the decadent packaging to do a nice unboxing…
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Build Your Own Mechanical Keyboard with Glorious
Written by Sean Mekinda Do me a favor. Head over to Micro Center’s website and search “mechanical keyboard.” We have more than a few keyboards available. And with all those differing keyboards, it can be hard to decide what keyboard is right for you (though we do have a handy guide!). Whether you have a very particular…
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NVIDIA Special Event Announcement | GeForce RTX: Game On
https://www.nvidia.com/en-gb/geforce/special-event/ NVIDIA has just announced a special broadcast event on January 12th "Join us as we unveil the latest innovation in gaming and graphics." So far, very little they've shared very little about what they will announce on the 12th. January 12th is the day after the start of…
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How to Choose Your PC Parts: RAM
If you’re reading this post, you’re probably here for one reason: you're starting a new PC build. Whether it’s your first time building or you’re an experienced builder and need some extra clarification, this post is for you. With all the options available on the market, it can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help break…
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How to Choose PC Parts: The Processor
If you’re reading this post, you’re probably here for one reason: you want to build a new PC. Whether it’s your first time building or you’re an experienced builder and just need some extra clarification, this post is for you. With all the options available on the market, it can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help…
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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…
