Articles by Matthew S. Smith
Surface Laptop 7 review: A new era for Windows laptops
The incredible battery life and efficient performance in Microsoft's Surface Laptop 7, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chip, come at a cost.
Xiaomi Curved Gaming Monitor G34WQi review: A stand-out budget ultrawide
Xiaomi’s G34WQi is a budget ultrawide with impressive image quality.
Acer Aspire 3 review: A budget laptop or is it just cheap?
The Acer Aspire 3 cuts performance to the bone as it limbos below a $500 MSRP.
Best monitor arms 2024: The ultimate in flexibility
A monitor arm is one of those quality-of-life upgrades—the added flexibility for adjusting your monitor's position and angle takes an office setup to the next level. I name the best monitor arms for single- and dual-screen users.
Best 4K monitors 2024: HDR, 144Hz, budget, and best overall
We've applied our extensive hands-on monitor testing to models from Dell, Samsung, Asus, and other big brands to name the best 4K monitors among them.
ViewSonic XG272-2K-OLED review: A gaming monitor in a suit
The ViewSonic XG272-2K-OLED benefits from practical design and tons of ports, but it can’t beat less expensive OLED monitors on image quality.
Best gaming monitors 2024: Level up your display
Whether you're looking for 4K, HDR, a budget price, or the best overall package, we have gaming monitor picks for you.
Acer Chromebook Plus 514 review: It doesn’t skimp on storage
Acer’s Chromebook Plus 514 is a decent budget Chromebook that beats competitors on RAM and storage.
Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE review: A bit weird, but still great
The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE is a good option if you want a big-screen Chromebook.
Best home office monitors 2024: Displays that get the job done
Working from home has its challenges, but there's no need to compromise on your display. Very good home office monitors exist at various price points to help aid your productivity.
Best ultrawide monitors 2024: Let's get large
Let's face it, the more screen space you have to stretch out on, the better the experience, whether you're working on a project or gaming. See which ultrawide monitors we've rated as best.
Best portable monitors 2024: Displays that go with you
For the ultimate in flexibility, a portable monitor lets you take your workspace with you, whether on a business trip, out in the field, or just relocating to another room.
Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDMG review: This unique OLED monitor wows in HDR
The Asus ROG Strix XG27AQDMG has a third-generation LG WOLED panel that delivers superior brightness in HDR content.
Best monitors: Gaming, 4K, HDR, and more
Our picks are the result of hundreds of hours spent testing the latest monitors from Acer, Asus, BenQ, Dell, LG, Samsung, and other major brands.
Acer Swift X 14 (2024) review: A fast GPU still can’t outrun rivals
Acer’s Swift X 14 is a solid choice if you want great performance in a modestly priced 14-inch laptop, but it struggles to stand out from the competition.
Best USB-C monitors 2024: These displays have a hidden talent
USB-C displays elegantly combine two desktop mainstays—your monitor and a USB-C hub—for a less cluttered and more connected work environment.
Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 review: A huge gaming laptop for a small price
Want a lot of performance for $1,500? Acer’s gigantic Helios Neo 18 is a good bet.
Pixio PX248 Wave review: A monitor for fashion, flair, and clarity on a budget
The Pixio PX248 Wave is an affordable monitor with good motion clarity and design that’s perfect for gamers who want a unique look.