Cale Hunt
Cale Hunt brings to Windows Central more than eight years of experience writing about laptops, PCs, accessories, games, and beyond. If it runs Windows or in some way complements the hardware, there’s a good chance he knows about it, has written about it, or is already busy testing it.
Cale has published hundreds of reviews on Windows Central, and he has a clear understanding of what separates worthwhile products from those that are best avoided.
This allows him to efficiently curate buying guides and product advice, giving readers a no-nonsense look at the options that will best suit their needs.
When he isn’t in his office writing, tinkering with tech, or gaming, Cale enjoys playing acoustic guitar (he’s a sucker for Bluegrass music), reading novels, tending the garden, and providing his two cats some much-needed attention.
Latest articles by Cale Hunt
Black Friday gaming laptop deals are underway; here are my top 7 picks
By Cale Hunt last updated
Deals You don't have to wait for Black Friday to find hot deals on the best gaming laptops of the year.
Best Buy's early access Black Friday deals are live; here are my favorites
By Cale Hunt published
Early deals Black Friday officially kicks off on November 29, but plenty of retailers are already offering significant discounts. Here are some of my favorites.
See the best early Black Friday deals on our favorite Windows laptops
By Cale Hunt published
Black Friday Black Friday might be a few weeks away, but our favorite Windows laptops of the year are already on sale. Here are the best deals as well as buying advice to help you get the perfect model.
The world's new best CPU for gaming just launched. Here's where you can buy it.
By Cale Hunt published
It's here! AMD's new Ryzen 7 9800X3D — the best CPU for PC gaming in 2024 — is now available to buy. Here's what you need to know, including where to buy and whether it's worth an upgrade.
Your laptop only gets better when you add some of our favorite accessories
By Cale Hunt last updated
💻🖱️🎧⌨️ Laptops can do just about everything on their own, but that doesn't mean you can't add functionality, comfort, or protection with some great accessories.
The best gaming laptops in 2024 will change the way you play
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated Have fun on the go with the best gaming laptops around.
Best keyboards 2024: Ergonomic typing, mechanical gaming, and more to fit your budget
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated There's a keyboard for every type of user, and we've collected the best of the best right here.
Check out our favorite accessories for Dell's XPS laptop and desktop PCs
By Cale Hunt last updated
XP-Accessorize Complement your premium Dell XPS PC with these worthwhile add-ons.
The math checks out — this RTX 4060 gaming PC is STILL cheaper than building your own
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated deal It's not every day a pre-built gaming PC undercuts the cost of building yourself.
Perfect your Surface Pro setup with our favorite accessories
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated Your Surface Pro can only get better with these worthwhile accessories and add-ons.
Need a new PC? One of these pre-built desktops we tested might do the trick.
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated From gaming to office work, these are the best pre-built desktops around.
Best motherboards for Intel Core i7-12700K in 2024
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated The Core i7-12700K remains a great chip for your next PC build, but only when you pair it with the best Z690 or Z790 motherboard. Here are my favorites.
Don't want to spend big on a Surface Pen? These are the best alternatives.
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated The Surface Pen and Surface Slim Pen are still the best options for Surface PCs, but alternatives keep getting better and usually don't cost nearly as much. Here are my favorites.
AMD officially reveals the Ryzen 7 9800X3D as the next best CPU for gaming
By Cale Hunt last updated
AM5 With Ryzen 9000 desktop chips and Ryzen AI 300 laptop chips on the market, AMD is now turning its attention to gaming-focused X3D CPUs. Here's what you need to know.
Have an RTX 3080? These CPU upgrades are easy to recommend.
By Cale Hunt last updated
Feed The Beast Here are some of the best CPUs for the RTX 3080 that we guarantee you'll be happy with.
Get the best Minecraft experience with some of our favorite laptops
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated We've rounded up the best laptops for playing Minecraft, one of the best games ever made, due to its ageless appeal and ability to run on just about any piece of hardware.
Land the perfect pre-built gaming PC for Microsoft Flight Simulator with our guide
By Ben Wilson, Cale Hunt last updated
Updated Skip the PC build process and take to the skies in Microsoft Flight Simulator with my picks of pre-built desktops that my team has tested and reviewed.
Best motherboard for AMD Ryzen 9000X3D in 2024
By Cale Hunt published
Zen 5 gaming AMD is expected to release its Ryzen 9000X3D gaming CPUs on November 7, and many gamers will no doubt want to upgrade. Here are the best motherboards for the job.
See our favorite Copilot+ PCs in 2024
By Cale Hunt last updated
Qualcomm, AMD, and Intel Copilot+ PCs are here, and we've put together a list of the top options for most people based on our hands-on time testing and reviewing the Windows on ARM devices.
How to choose the right monitor size for PC gaming
By Cale Hunt published
PCMR Get the perfect monitor for your gaming PC.
Get the best CPU for your NVIDIA RTX 3060 gaming PC
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated Pair a suitable processor with NVIDIA's affordable 30-Series graphics card.
The best 5G Windows laptops in 2024 with LTE support
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated Stay connected everywhere with 5G and 4G-compatible laptops.
Our favorite AI PC just dipped below $1,000 with this massive (and temporary) discount
By Cale Hunt last updated
AI PC deal The XPS 14 is one of our favorite laptops to come out of 2024, but its price is usually a deterrent. That changes with this limited $500 discount.
The coolest thumb drive I've ever seen is actually an M.2 SSD, and it's still available at a discount after Prime Day
By Cale Hunt last updated
New low price Buying removable storage usually means you need to choose between portability and speed, but the Tube T31 from SK hynix solves that problem.
You can still save hundreds on our favorite AI PCs after Prime Day — Dell, HP, Lenovo, and more on sale
By Cale Hunt last updated
AI PC Deals Amazon's October Prime Day event is over, but other retailers like Best Buy, Walmart, and Newegg have sales running for the rest of the week. Here are my favorite AI PCs deals still available.
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