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Laptop vs Desktop for Local AI: Which Should You Buy?
Gaming laptops can run AI models locally, but VRAM costs far more in a laptop. We compare RTX 50-series laptop GPUs with desktop cards on memory, bandwidth and UK prices.
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Two parts, one verdict. Specs, benchmark estimates and value compared side by side.
CPU vs GPU for Local AI: Can You Run LLMs Without a Graphics Card?
Can you run local AI models without a graphics card? We explain why memory bandwidth decides speed, when running on the CPU makes sense, and what hardware to buy.
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Steam Machine vs Gaming PC: Should You Buy Valve's Box or Build Your Own?
Valve's Steam Machine costs £879 in the UK. We compare its specs, price and flexibility with a self-built gaming PC, using Valve's figures and PC Gamer's review results.
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Windows 11 Home vs Pro for Gaming: Is Pro Worth £100 More?
Windows 11 Pro costs £100 more than Home on Microsoft's UK store. We compare BitLocker, Remote Desktop, Hyper-V and memory limits, and explain why most gamers don't need Pro.
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Wi-Fi vs Ethernet vs Powerline for Gaming PCs: Which Should You Use?
Should your gaming PC use Wi-Fi, an Ethernet cable or powerline adapters? We compare the options for UK homes using Ofcom's advice and TP-Link's powerline guidance.
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RX 9070 XT vs RTX 5070 Ti: Is NVIDIA Worth £400 More?
The RX 9070 XT and RTX 5070 Ti are level in raster games, but the GeForce cost about 48% more in the UK on 12 November 2026. We set out TechSpot's and Tom's Hardware's opposing verdicts.
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RX 9070 vs RTX 5070: Which Graphics Card Should You Buy in 2026?
The Radeon RX 9070 is cheaper in the UK, has 16GB of VRAM and wins most raster tests, while the RTX 5070 leads in ray tracing and upscaling. We compare published testing and UK prices.
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DDR5 vs DDR4 for Gaming in 2026: Is the New Memory Worth the Price?
DDR5 is faster in games, but in November 2026 it costs more than twice as much per gigabyte as DDR4 in the UK. We explain what testing shows and when DDR4 is still the smarter buy.
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RTX 4070 vs RTX 4080: Which Should You Buy?
The RTX 4080 costs nearly twice as much as the RTX 4070. Is it worth it? We break down the real-world performance difference so you can make the right call for your budget.
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