Matthew Buzzi

Matthew Buzzi

Principal Writer, Hardware

My Experience

I’ve been a consumer PC expert at PCMag for 10 years, and I love PC gaming. I've played games on my computer for as long as I can remember, which eventually (as it does for many) led me to build and upgrade my own desktops to this day. Through my years at PCMag, I've tested and reviewed many, many dozens of laptops and desktops, and I am always happy to recommend a PC for your needs and budget.

The Technology I Use

The single piece of technology I use the most (by far!) is my self-built desktop. I spend a lot of my time gaming (and now, working) on this system, and I’m likely to continue upgrading it in some form forever. As it relates to my work at PCMag, it’s a vital window into keeping up to date with components, performance, and the latest titles. On the smartphone front, I’m a full-time Android user.

I’m always eyeing my next GPU upgrade, but the consistent part of my gaming setup has been a 165Hz 1440p monitor; I think this remains the sweet spot for the time being. A dual-monitor setup has been essential for work and play; my second screen is either a productivity monitor, playing videos for entertainment, or being used for console gaming, depending on the time of day.

Speaking of which, I may be primarily a PC gamer, but (like any good gaming enthusiast without enough discipline) I also own a PlayStation 5, an Xbox Series S, a Steam Deck, and a Nintendo Switch 2. The PS5 and Xbox are hooked up to a living-room television for a more laid-back couch experience; I've found Gamepass to be especially handy for cooperative play and for taking my saved-game files from my desk to my couch through the cloud.

Recent Articles By Matthew Buzzi

    • The Best Cheap Gaming Laptops for 2026

      We've seen the lion's share of the latest GeForce- and Radeon-equipped gaming laptops—and our experts have tested all of the top options in PC Labs. Here's how to get the best machine on a budget.

      2 days, 8 hours By Matthew Buzzi
      The Best Cheap Gaming Laptops for 2026 (Roundup Laptops)
    • The Best Gaming PCs for 2026

      You can't buy a more powerful gaming platform than a tricked-out desktop. Here's everything you need to know, part by part, to pick the right prebuilt gaming PC, plus current favorites culled from PC Labs' top-rated reviews.

      6 days, 6 hours By Matthew Buzzi
      The Best Gaming PCs for 2026 (Roundup Desktop PCs)
    • The Best Cheap Desktop PCs for 2026

      You don't need to spend four figures to get a reliable home PC—many of our budget desktop favorites are under $600. Check out our top labs-tested picks among conventional towers, mini PCs, all-in-ones, gaming rigs, and more.

      1 week By Eric Grevstad, Matthew Buzzi
      The Best Cheap Desktop PCs for 2026 (Roundup Desktop PCs)
    • The Best Gaming Laptops for 2026

      Playing your favorite PC games with maxed-out settings doesn't mean you need a big desktop rig. We've found the best gaming laptops for every type of gamer based on our in-depth, hands-on reviews.

      1 week By Matthew Buzzi
      The Best Gaming Laptops for 2026 (Roundup Laptops)
    • The Best All-in-One Computers for 2026

      If you want space savings, power, and flexibility—all from a single desktop computer—you need an all-in-one (AIO) PC. We've got the advice, backed by our lab-based reviews, to help you find the right AIO.

      1 week By Matthew Buzzi, John Burek
      The Best All-in-One Computers for 2026 (Roundup Desktop PCs)
    • The Best Dell Laptops for 2026

      Need a budget laptop for the kids? Or a powerful one for design work or gaming? Dell sells a huge variety. Let's decode the different lines and look at the top performers (and values) in our testing.

      3 weeks, 4 days By Joe Osborne, Matthew Buzzi
      The Best Dell Laptops for 2026 (Roundup Laptops)
    • The Best Battery Life Laptops for 2026

      We've tested hundreds of laptops to find the ones that last the longest between charges. These battery-life champs will easily take you through a day of work or school, plus an evening's entertainment.

      4 weeks By Matthew Buzzi
      The Best Battery Life Laptops for 2026 (Roundup Laptops)
    • The Best OLED Laptops for 2026

      Laptops with brilliant, ink-black OLED screens have begun entering the mainstream. Are the benefits that come with OLED display technology worth the premium? Let's dig in, and see our top performers in testing.

      4 weeks By Matthew Buzzi
      The Best OLED Laptops for 2026 (Roundup Laptops)
    • The Best Touch-Screen Laptops for 2026

      Not every notebook has a touch screen, but try one, and you'll be a tap-and-swipe convert. Here's what to know about touch-panel technology, plus the best touch-screen laptops you can buy, based on our deep-dive reviews.

      4 weeks By Matthew Buzzi, John Burek
      The Best Touch-Screen Laptops for 2026 (Roundup Laptops)
    • The Best MacBook Pro Alternatives for 2026

      Apple's flagship laptop is beloved by creative pros, but it doesn't have a monopoly on premium design and top-end performance. Check out the best Windows-based alternatives we've tested.

      1 month By Matthew Buzzi
      The Best MacBook Pro Alternatives for 2026 (Roundup Laptops)
    • The Best Ultraportable Laptops for 2026

      Need a featherweight laptop that lasts all day on a battery charge? Thin, light, and power-efficient, these ultraportables are our top performers in testing.

      1 month By Brian Westover, Matthew Buzzi
      The Best Ultraportable Laptops for 2026 (Roundup Laptops)
    • The Best Mini Desktops for 2026

      Looking to save space without sacrificing power? Our experts tested the latest mini desktops—Windows and macOS alike—to find the most capable, customizable, and wallet-friendly tiny PCs for every user.

      1 month, 3 weeks By Matthew Buzzi
      The Best Mini Desktops for 2026 (Roundup Desktop PCs)
    • The Best Windows Mini PCs for 2026

      Some are bare-bones kits. Others are ready to go out of the box, complete with an operating system, RAM, and memory installed. Whatever the form, these expert-tested Windows micro desktops all deliver surprising features, value, and pep for their size.

      1 month, 3 weeks By Matthew Buzzi, John Burek
      The Best Windows Mini PCs for 2026 (Roundup Desktop PCs)
    • The Best Desktop Computers for Business in 2026

      Not all employees need or want laptops. If you're looking for desktop PCs for your company—whether just a few or a whole fleet—start with our buying advice and top-rated recommendations. We'll help you maximize your PC-buying ROI.

      1 month, 3 weeks By Matthew Buzzi
      The Best Desktop Computers for Business in 2026 (Roundup Desktop PCs)