Rigged Up
Build guides, component reviews, buying advice for DIY PC builders and upgraders
Latest Rigged Up Picks
Latest Rigged Up How-Tos
Latest Stories
First Look: MSI Teases AMD X870 and Intel Arrow Lake Motherboards
MSI gave us an early look at some of the first AMD X870 and Intel Arrow Lake motherboards as well as some innovative Intel Z790 motherboards with unique memory technologies.
AMD Unveils New Ryzen 9000 'Zen 5' Desktop Processors, X870 Chipset
Ryzen 9000 is based on new microarchitecture and backed by fresh chipsets. Plus: AM4 is 'The Socket That Would Not Die,' with two more new XT-class chips for it coming soon.
Building a Compact Gaming PC? Nvidia's New 'SFF-Ready' Guidelines Might Help
Nvidia has defined what it considers small-form-factor-ready GeForce graphics cards and PC cases to help builders and upgraders, fleshing out its recommendations with many cards and chassis already on the market.
Thermaltake View 270 TG ARGB Matcha Green Review
Thermaltake’s mid-size, budget-priced View 270 TG ARGB comes in distinctive colors and delivers a surprisingly good feature set for the money.
Cougar FV270 Review
Wraparound glass and an unusual airflow pattern set apart the Cougar FV270, a hefty, highly transparent foundation for a showcase PC build.
Cooler Master TD500 Max Review
Builders putting together a rig that needs exceptional CPU liquid cooling, as well as a power supply with above-average wattage, will find a compelling deal in Cooler Master’s TD500 Max three-in-one case bundle.
ASRock B760I Lightning Wi-Fi Review
A worthwhile budget Mini-ITX effort for Intel CPUs, ASRock's B760I Lightning doesn't have a lot of USB ports, but its hearty power delivery, speedy memory support, and performance (under proper cooling settings) make it a fine foundation for compact builds.
Lian Li DAN A3-mATX Review
Lian Li’s DAN A3-mATX delivers a superb balance of features in a MicroATX case at a great low price.
Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Elite AX Ice Review
Gigabyte’s Z790 Aorus Elite AX Ice is a competitive motherboard with a dashing white aesthetic, loads of USB ports, and plenty of storage options for a near-budget price.
The Best Graphics Cards for 2024
Hunting for a new GPU for gaming, multi-display, or something else? Here's everything you need to know to shop the latest Nvidia GeForce, AMD Radeon, and Intel Arc video cards with confidence. (We've tested 'em all.)
HP Omen 40L Review
HP's Omen 40L comes in at a decent midrange price for such a luxe, quiet, and upgrade-friendly chassis. Our main quibbles are with a lack of USB-C on front, and with memory settings that could use tweaking out of the box.
The Best Graphics Cards for Compact PCs in 2024
Outfitting a compact PC for 4K and VR, or a tiny budget tower for 1080p gaming? These are our favorite small Nvidia GeForce, AMD Radeon, and Intel Arc graphics cards for your next build or upgrade.
The Best CPUs for Gaming in 2024
Buying the right processor for PC gaming might seem complicated—especially with AMD's multiple Ryzen families and Intel's many Cores and "Lakes." Here's everything you need to know, plus our top picks based on PC Labs' deep-dive CPU reviews.
The Best CPUs for 2024
Whether you're upgrading your desktop PC or building a new one, choosing the right processor is the most crucial and complex choice you will make. Let's simplify it! Here's how to make sense of AMD's and Intel's lines, backed by dozens of our deep-dive reviews.
Corsair One i500 Review
The One i500, a redesigned take on Corsair's flagship compact desktop, is an impressive, striking PC that pushes more power than larger, pricier models. It vies for the top of our processing and gaming charts—at a competitive price, too.
ASRock AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT Phantom Gaming 16GB OC Review
ASRock's take on the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT has an excellent thermal solution and performs well for the money. It's a solid 1440p gaming pick, and a real winner if you find it on sale.
The Best Desktop Workstations for 2024
Meet the most serious PCs on the planet: desktop workstations, certified to crunch through the most demanding design and rendering jobs and process the most intimidating datasets. Here's what you need to know as you shop for a genuine heavyweight (even if it's small in size).
Cooler Master MasterBox 600 Review
Cooler Master’s lightly constructed MasterBox 600 ATX case delivers ARGB lighting and big-radiator support for budget PC DIY-ers limited to one Benjamin for their chassis.
AMD Ryzen 5 8600G Review
AMD's Ryzen 5 8600G isn't the most muscular CPU you can buy, but it drives competitive integrated-graphics performance for its price. It's an ideal chip for budget gaming PCs.
Origin Genesis (2024) Review
Origin built a mighty powerful Genesis gaming desktop with Corsair's sweet-looking 6500X case. Just prepare your wallet and your gaming space for this multi-core, all-liquid-cooled monolith.
