Articles by Mark Knapp
5 common mistakes that are killing your laptop's lifespan
Avoid doing these things if you don't want your laptop to die sooner than it should.
Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 review: Strong performance at a decent price
If you’re in need of a large system with touchscreen and stylus support, the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 checks a lot of boxes.
Acer Aspire Vero 16 review: Could be better, but doesn’t need to be
Acer's sustainable Aspire Vero 16 laptop is well-rounded and pleasant to use.
Is a 4K laptop worth it?
Should you spring for a 4K laptop? It might have some benefits, sure, but it may not be the best choice.
Can $500 get you a good gaming laptop?
You'll probably need to spend more than $500 to get a good gaming laptop, but you still have options to play on low-cost notebooks.
Dell XPS 13 (2024) review: An elegant stumble
The Dell XPS 13 has been a force to reckon with some years, but this isn’t one of them.
Are OLED laptops worth the extra price?
OLED laptops deliver luscious visuals with unparalleled contrast and deep, inky blacks. We explain whether the luxury is worth extra cash.
Lenovo Yoga 7i review: A long-lasting 2-in-1 with tradeoffs
The Lenovo Yoga 7i (16IML9) is a competent and well-built at a palatable price. It's not the best value for a standard laptop, but it’s flexibility may make up for its shortcoming for some users.
Dell XPS 14 (2024) review: Style and substance come at too high a price
The Dell XPS 14 is a looker, but even though it can offer respectable performance, it comes at such a high cost above competent — and often faster — competitors that there’s little reason to consider it.
Acer Aspire Go 15 review: A $300 laptop that's worth your money
The Acer Aspire Go 15 (2024) isn’t much to look at, but it plods along without much fuss, only struggling when demand is put on the meager integrated graphics or too much CPU horsepower is called for. For simple computing needs, it has clear value at just $300.
6 gaming laptop features that matter most in 2024
Looking to pick up a brand-new gaming laptop? You definitely want to take these features into consideration first.
How to speed up your laptop without spending a dime
There's nothing more disappointing than an agonizingly slow laptop. If you're looking to speed things up, here's how to do it without spending your hard-earned cash.
Dell Inspiron 14 Plus (2024) review: This is what a well-rounded machine looks like
The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus laptop is a remarkably well rounded system, especially where battery life and price-to-performance ratio are concerned.
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 review: Gaming laptop goes all-in on speed
Exceptional performance puts the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 ahead of competitors where speed matters most.