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
Our favorite gaming laptop is $300 off with this Memorial Day deal
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Alienware's m16 R2 gaming laptop is impressive through and through, but it doesn't usually come cheap. A chunky $300 discount at Best Buy can help.
This $280 Lenovo laptop is the cheapest Memorial Day PC deal actually worth buying
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Lenovo's 15.6-inch IdeaPad 1i has what it takes for casual and younger users to crush productivity. Best Buy's Memorial Day sale has it down to just $280 from the regular $500 price.
This could be your last chance to land Dell's premium XPS 15 for less than $1,000
By Cale Hunt published
Deals The XPS 15 has been replaced by the XPS 14, and Dell is blowing out stock on the older model.
Surface Laptop 7 vs. Surface Laptop 6 for Business: Which PC is better for you?
By Cale Hunt published
6v7 The Surface Laptop 7 is a big upgrade over its predecessor.
Save up to $535 AND get a free 50-inch 4K TV when you preorder a Samsung Galaxy Book4 Edge
By Cale Hunt published
Big deal What's not to like?
Here is EVERY Copilot+ PC announced this week, including Microsoft Surface, Dell XPS, Lenovo ThinkPad, and more
By Sean Endicott, Cale Hunt published
Copilot+ We now have a closer look at the first wave of Copilot+ PCs with Snapdragon X processors and AI.
Samsung's Galaxy Book4 Edge is an ultrathin Copilot+ PC with Galaxy AI as its secret sauce
By Cale Hunt published
Book4 Edge The Galaxy Book4 Edge, powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite SoCs, has what it takes to be a Copilot+ PC, but Samsung has also included Galaxy AI integrated for use with mobile devices.
The new OmniBook X AI PC powered by Snapdragon X represents a whole new era for HP laptops
By Ben Wilson, Cale Hunt published
OmniBook X Say goodbye to Spectre, Envy, and Pavilion. Hello, OmniBook!
Acer's new Swift 14 AI laptop is a budget-friendly Copilot+ PC powered by Snapdragon X
By Cale Hunt published
Swift 14 AI With a starting price of $1,099, the Swift 14 AI should prove to be a great option for users who want to test Qualcomm's new Snapdragon X chips and Windows AI features without paying premium prices.
Lenovo's new ThinkPad T14s (Gen 6) is a Copilot+ PC built for mobile professionals
By Cale Hunt published
ThinkPad With Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite CPU, optional 5G connectivity, and plenty of security measures, the ThinkPad T14s (Gen 6) should prove to be a popular choice for professionals always on the move.
The best M.2 solid-state drive on the market is less than $0.09/GB with this limited deal
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Samsung's 990 PRO is an incredible SSD always available at a competitive price, but this 32% discount has it down to the best price we've seen in months.
This Core i7 laptop deal is perfect for students and travelers who want mobility without sacrificing screen space
By Cale Hunt published
Deals A 16-inch laptop that weighs in at about four pounds? With a Core i7, 16GB of RAM, and 1TB SSD? FOR $900?!
Massive Dell XPS roadmap leak reveals next-gen Snapdragon X chips are already planned for 2025 and beyond
By Cale Hunt published
Oops The leaked documents list Qualcomm Oryon V2 and Oryon V3, as well as a lot of information on the future of Dell's XPS laptop line.
A 27-inch curved 1440p gaming monitor with 170Hz refresh rate on sale for $150? No, that's not a mistake.
By Cale Hunt published
Deals Newegg's deal might be the one you've been waiting for to upgrade your PC gaming setup.
Best motherboard for Intel Core i5-13600K in 2024
By Cale Hunt last updated
Updated We rate the i5-13600k as the best mid-range CPU from the last generation, but every processor needs a motherboard to call home. Here are the best choices on the market.
College students CANNOT miss this laptop deal: Dell's Inspiron 16 Plus with i7 CPU, 2.5K display, and 1TB SSD is just $830
By Cale Hunt published
Deals All-day battery life, strong performance, and a large 16-inch display at a crisp resolution are standout features from our review.
Best PC build tools and accessories 2024
By Cale Hunt published
Rig it right Putting together a new PC or upgrading an older build? These tools and accessories are key to a streamlined experience.
HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) vs. Lenovo Yoga 9i (Gen 9): Choosing the right premium convertible PC
By Cale Hunt published
Convertible contrast HP and Lenovo make some of the best laptops available today, and we can help you figure out which of the flagship convertibles is better suited to your needs.
"Age of Empires more widely played than ever," game director hails Microsoft's classic strategy game
By Cale Hunt published
Wololo Age of Empires seems like it's only getting started more than 25 years after it made its debut.
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024) vs. Razer Blade 14 (2024): Which AMD gaming laptop is better for you?
By Cale Hunt published
14vs14 These two 14-inch gaming laptops share a lot of great features, but you only want one.
Next-gen AI PCs are within reach, as ASUS joins Microsoft and Qualcomm to unveil a new Snapdragon X laptop on May 20
By Cale Hunt published
ASUS AI PC AI PCs powered by Qualcomm's ARM-based Snapdragon X platform are expected to revolutionize Windows laptops, and it looks like May 20 will be a huge day with events hosted by ASUS and Microsoft.
What is a System-on-Chip (SoC)?
By Cale Hunt published
QRD A quick explainer of Systems-on-Chip and what they mean for Windows laptops.
Dell XPS 14 (9440) vs. HP Spectre x360 14 (2024): Which should you choose?
By Cale Hunt published
Flagship duel HP and Dell refreshed their 14-inch flagship laptops for 2024, but which one is better for you?
If Qualcomm really wants to beat Apple it needs an 'X Ultra' to challenge the M3 Max, but will it make one?
By Cale Hunt published
Windows on Arm Qualcomm has said nothing about a third performance tier for its Snapdragon X platform, but something more powerful than the X Elite would help it compete with Apple's M-series ARM CPUs.
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