The Lenovo LOQ gaming PC is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX CPU, GeForce RTX 5060 GPU, 16GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The AMD Ryzen 7 8745HX is an 8-core, 16-thread processor with a max boost clock of 5.1GHz. It's a solid general-purpose CPU that complements the RTX 5060 GPU. 16GB of RAM is more than sufficient for any gaming scenario, and fortunately the recent price surge in DRAM hasn't affected the price of this prebuilt.

The RTX 5060 outperforms its predecessor the RTX 4060 by about 20%-30% and that's before factoring in DLSS 4 with multi-frame generation. This is a solid budget option for 1080p gaming and you should be able to squeeze consistent 60fps+ framerate out of just about any game. If you're gunning for higher resolutions like 1440p or 4K, however, you'll definitely want to upgrade to an RTX 5060 Ti (16GB) or better.

On a side note, this is a considerably more powerful computer than the upcoming Steam Machine, which is reported to feature a custom GPU equivalent to the Radeon RX 7600M. Granted we still don't know how much the Steam Machine will cost now, but unless it comes it at under $700, this prebuilt is most likely the better value.

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The reMarkable 2 is reMarkable's slimmest tablet, measuring less than 0.2 inches thin. The aluminum frame houses a 10.3" monochrome E-Ink display with a 1872x1404 resolution (226 dpi). The display is protected by an etched glass surface which does an excellent job of mimicking the texture of paper. Many users believe that it has a better feel than even the higher-end reMarkable Paper Pro, which has a harder, more friction-free surface.

The bundles include your choice of reMarkable's digital stylus - Marker or Marker Plus - and folio - Book Folio or Type Folio. The Marker is weighted to mimic the feel of a real pen and the tips provide the appropriate amount of friction to maintain the realism. The Marker Plus adds eraser functionality. The Book Folio is a magnetic book-like cover that protects your tablet even while it's being used. Choose the polymer weave for durability and easy maintenance or genuine leather for that premium look and feel. The Type Folio goes one step further by integrating a slim keyboard.

Why get a reMarkable tablet?

reMarkable's claim to fame is in its paper-writing experience and note-taking capabilities. reMarkable tablets do a superb job of mimicking the feel of pen on paper thanks to its combination of a textured glass surface and the soft felt-like tips of the digital stylus. But that's where the similarities end. Handwritten notes are accurately translated into typed text with a single tap. Unlike physical media, you'll never run out of paper and you'll be able to resize, undo, cut, copy, or create perfect lines and circles to your heart's content.

When you're done, reMarkable makes it easy to file your notes away in an efficient and legible manner. reMarkable tablets comes pre-loaded with a variety of lined and dotted templates, to-do lists, and weekly planners to keep your thoughts organized. Your finished notes can be sorted into separate folders and tagged for easy search queries. Your notes are saved in the cloud and accessible from other devices through reMarkable's mobile and desktop apps. Both locally stored and cloud files are encrypted, but you can also set up an optional passcode if you need more security.

Is the reMarkable 2 a good e-reader option?

Although reMarkable's digital notebooks are unsurpassed in their digital writing functionality, they're not really the best option if you're purely looking for a universally compatible digital reader. That's because you cannot easily view MOBI/AZW or DRM-protected EPUB content. That includes any eBooks available on Amazon Kindle as well as Libby, which is used by most public libraries. The reMarkable OS also doesn't support third party apps, so there's no way to download a Kindle or Libby app like you would on a standard tablet or mobile device. If you're looking strictly for an e-reader, then you're best off sticking with a Kindle tablet, Apple iPad, or your smartphone.

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The Alienware Area-51 is Dell's flagship gaming PC. Unveiled during last year's CES, the Area-51 is a super-sized upgrade to the mainstream Aurora R16 system. The significantly larger chassis features more premium build quality and a redesigned cooling system with greater net airflow. In fact, this is the only model that Dell feels comfortable enough to equip with the hot and power hungry GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card. The first wave of Area-51 systems featured Intel CPUs exclusively, with AMD X3D options only available since late November.

This particular configuration is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU, GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card, 32GB or DDR5-6400MHz RAM, and a 1TB SSD. Additional system details include a 360mm all-in-one liquid cooling system for the CPU and a massive 1,500W 80Plus Platinum power supply that allows plenty of headroom for future upgrades.

AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the best gaming CPU for most people

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is considered to be the best gaming processor currently on the market and outperforms any Intel or AMD non-X3D chip in games thanks to AMD's 3D-V-Cache technology.

Although the 9800X3D is an absolute speed demon for gaming, it only has eight cores. If you regularly use your PC for non-gaming applications that benefit from as many cores as possible, then you can upgrade to an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D 16-core processor, which doubles the core count while offering similar gaming performance, for an additional $300.

The RTX 5090 is the most powerful graphics card ever

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 has emerged as the most powerful consumer GPU on the market. Although with this generation Nvidia has prioritized software updates, AI features, and DLSS 4 technology to improve gameplay performance, the 5090 still boasts an impressive 25%-30% uplift over the RTX 4090 in hardware-based raster performance. If you want the absolute best performance for your gaming PC, there is literally no other option from any other brand.

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With the 10% discount on Amazon right now, this is the lowest price we've ever seen on the Balrog Book Nook since it was first released. The build itself is made up of 1,201 pieces and features a Gandalf minifigure as well as the larger Balrog. Once put together, the book nook sits at 8.5 inches high and is meant to be placed in between books on your shelf. The completed set depicts the iconic "You shall not pass!" scene from The Fellowship of the Ring movie. Those precise words are featured on a little plaque piece that adorns the front of the set. This is notable because while Gandalf says that phrase in the film, he actually says "you cannot pass" in Tolkien's original books.

We actually had the chance to build this set when it was first released and loved the unorthodox brick connectivity and the overall design. Despite a rather unfortunate position of this set making headlines last year, it's an overall fun build that looks great on any collector's shelf.

New Sets Just Released for 2026

If you're looking for something newer, LEGO has released a ton of new sets for January 2026. The list includes a new Back to the Future Delorean set, new Star Wars builds, and Stranger Things sets. You can also already preorder the first LEGO Star Wars bricks integrated with Smart Brick technology, but they don't release until March 2026.

The Legion 7 is Lenovo's flagship laptop series, featuring a full aluminum (lid and chassis) construction and weighing in at a very reasonable 4.5 pounds. This particular system is also decked out in a rare "Glacier White" color scheme which, in my opinion, looks better than the standard black. It is configured with a 16" OLED display with 2.5K 189ppi resolution and 165Hz refresh rate, Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX CPU, 32GB of DDR5-5600MHz RAM, and 1TB SSD.

The RTX 5060 (mobile) is about 15%-20% more powerful than the RTX 4060 that it replaces and approaches the performance of the RTX 4070. It supports the newer DLSS 4 technology with multi-frame generation, which widens the performance gap in games that support it. It's a good GPU to pair with the 1600p display and should run most games at that resolution. With less demanding games like Fortnite, Minecraft, Roblox, Hades 2, or Silksong, you can expect very high framerates, but pulling off 60fps on Cyberpunk 2077 with require some tweaking in the settings.

Why Choose Lenovo?

Lenovo Legion gaming PCs and laptops generally feature better and more rugged build quality than what you'd find from most other mass produced brands. Lenovo generally does not throttle the GPU on any of its Legion models, which means you should expect maximum performance. Legion laptops are solidy built, with most models having either an aluminum lid or full metal chassis, include an OLED display option even on their budget models, and feature a great feeling keyboard. The current generation models are up to date with WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and Thunderbolt 4 ports as standard. Lenovo also offers excellent customer service; the warranty period is usually 1 year by default, but there's an option to extend it.

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The Baseus wall charger is very compact thanks to its use of gallium nitride (GaN) instead of the more common silicon for its semiconductor material. This makes the charger smaller, faster, and more energy-efficient than a traditional charger. The plug portion can also fold out of the way so that it doesn't get damaged during travel.

There are a total of three ports: two USB Type-C ports and one USB Type-A port each capable of 67W of power output. Note that the maximum output for all three ports is 67W as well, so if you used all three at time same time, you would pull about 22W per port. This throttling is actually a good thing; charging at 201W (67Wx3) would generate a ton of heat and you'd need a bigger, less portable enclosure to accommodate it.

The 67W power output per port is higher than what I typically see at this price point. It matches the charging output of the adapters that come packaged with even the most power hungry handheld gaming PCs like the Xbox Ally X, ROG Ally X, Legion Go S, and Legion Go 2. It can also easily charge the Steam Deck, which only takes 35W max. As for the Switch 2, you could charge three consoles simultaneously at their maximum rate (the Switch 2 only accepts about 20W max).

4-Pack of 10ft 100W USB Type-C Cables for $13.39

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If you need some cables to go along with this charger, Amazon is offering a four-pack of Basesailor 10ft 100W USB Type-C cables for just $13.39. To get this deal you'll need to add both the two pack of gray cables and a two pack of purple cables to your cart and apply coupon code "LUU2CPDS" during checkout. You're paying just $3.35 per cable.

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ESPN Unlimited Plans and Pricing

There are two new ESPN streaming services available: ESPN Unlimited and ESPN Select. ESPN Select is essentially a reskinned version of ESPN+ and doesn't feature any of the live ESPN channels. ESPN Unlimited is the version of the service that includes all of the ESPN networks and the content featured on ESPN Select.

Each of these services offer monthly or annual pricing, with a slight discount for those who choose the annual plan. Alongside the standalone service, there's also a Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN bundle that includes a discount as well as the option to add on an NFL+ Premium subscription for more football coverage. Here's a quick rundown of the pricing for each of these subscription plans:

ESPN Unlimited Channels

According to the original press release, ESPN Unlimited features access to all of ESPN's linear networks as well as 47,000 live events a year and original programming. That means you'll be able to stream NBA games that air on ABC via this service as well. Here's a full list of all of the channels available with a subscription:

Channel list

• ESPN
• ESPN2
• ESPNU
• ESPNNEWS
• ESPN Deportes
• SEC Network
• ACC Network
• ESPN on ABC
• ESPN+
• ESPN3
• SECN+
• ACCNX

In addition to these channels, ESPN also recently reached a deal with the NFL that will eventually bring NFL Network games to the service. In the meantime, you can choose to bundle your subscription with NFL+ Premium to get access to those games and NFL RedZone. This new option is ideal for anyone looking for a good streaming service for NFL games. There was also a new agreement reached with WWE that will bring WrestleMania to ESPN Unlimited sometime in 2026.

Where to Watch ESPN Unlimited - Available Platforms

ESPN Unlimited is integrated into the existing ESPN app, so you can pretty much watch from anywhere. For a mobile experience you can download the app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. It's also available on popular streaming devices such as Fire TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Android TV as well as major gaming consoles such as the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.