John Loeffler

John Loeffler

Components Editor

John (He/Him) is the Components Editor here at TechRadar and he is also a programmer, gamer, activist, and Brooklyn College alum currently living in Brooklyn, NY.

Named by the CTA as a CES 2020 Media Trailblazer for his science and technology reporting, John specializes in all areas of computer science, including industry news, hardware reviews, PC gaming, as well as general science writing and the social impact of the tech industry.

John has a Bachelor’s degree in English and is currently in the wrapping up a Master’s program in Computer Science, where he spends his evenings building digital circuits, multiboxing Linux kernels, and coding shell scripts.

You can usually find him on Bluesky (@@johnloeffler.bsky.social) where you’ll get hot takes on stuff as well as reposting content that is almost as good as the worst content you used to be able to find on Vine.

Articles by: John Loeffler

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The best SSD in 2025: top solid-state drives for your PC

By John Loeffler last updated

Updated Give your computer a shot in the arm with the best SSD for your needs and budget.

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Windows 10 End of Life live: everything you need to know

By Matt Hanson last updated

Today's the day when Windows 10 enters its End of Life phase, where Microsoft will no longer issue updates or security patches. Here's everything you need to know.

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The best Dell laptop in 2025: top tested picks for work, school, and gaming

By John Loeffler last updated

Buying Guide I'm rounding up my best Dell laptop picks on the market for productivity, gaming, and more, backed by extensive testing and rigorous reviews.

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The best AMD graphics card in 2025: top GPUs from Team Red

By John Loeffler last updated

The best AMD graphics card should offer a great mix of power and affordability. Here are the ones to look for.

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I got to see Intel Panther Lake up close this month, and it is the most important product Intel has ever produced

By John Loeffler published

Intel announced its next series of processors, the Core Ultra series 3, this week, but I got a close up look at these new chips in Arizona ahead of the announcement. Here's what I saw.

Baldur's Gate 3 keyart with Astarion, Shadowheart, and Lae'zel

Best Mac games 2025: the best Apple-friendly gaming experiences you can get

By Jake Green last updated

Updated The 20 best Mac games prove that gaming on Apple computers is here to stay.

Razer DeathAdder V4 Pro against a green TechRadar background

The best gaming mouse in 2025: I've been a PC gamer my whole life and these are the mice I recommend

By Marcus Mears III last updated

Updated The best gaming mouse for you may be small and lightweight or robust and full of features - whatever you're looking for, our guide has you covered.

A Dell S3221QS, our pick for the best 4K monitor, against a techradar background

The best 4K monitor in 2025: expert-tested picks for PC gamers and creatives

By Rob Webb last updated

Updated Upgrading to a 4K monitor is one of the most impactful changes you can make to game or media immersion, and we've narrowed it down to only the best UHD displays in this guide.

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Best video editing computer of 2025: We tested our top picks for video editors and content creators

By Steve Clark last updated

Updated We reviewed the best computers for pro-level post-production.

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The best PC case in 2025: top computer housing for your build

By John Loeffler last updated

Updated I'm presenting my picks for the best PC cases on the market right now, from mid-towers, to DIY options, and more.

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The best DDR5 RAM in 2025: my picks for high-performance memory

By John Loeffler last updated

Updated I've rounded up all the best DDR5 RAM kits available for current-generation AMD and Intel desktops using more than 100 hours of extensive testing and benchmarking.

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The best cheap processor in 2025: my top picks based on dozens of hours of testing

By John Loeffler last updated

Updated After dozens of hours of rigorous testing, I've narrowed down the best cheap processors for every budget and platform.

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Best text-to-speech software of 2026

By John Loeffler last updated

Updated Specialized communication tools for accessibility

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Best free games 2025: gaming fun at no extra cost

By Jake Green last updated

Find the best free games you can play right now, whether its the latest RPG or a competitive multiplayer title.

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Nvidia x Intel press conference: as it happened

By John Loeffler last updated

Nvidia and Intel are teaming up with a major investment and production deal. We're covering the news live.

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AI in the classroom: the laptop specs to look out for to level up your learning

By John Loeffler published

If you're looking for a new AI-ready laptop this year, these are the specs to look for.

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Razer Blade 14 (2025) review: the only gaming laptop I’d happily carry everywhere

By John Loeffler published

Recommended

The Razer Blade 14 (2025) is one of the best thin and light gaming laptops you're going to find today, assuming you can afford its premium price.

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The 7 most important laptop features to consider when heading back to school

By John Loeffler published

Before you buy a laptop for school, consider these 7 key features to help you make the right choice.

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The best computer speakers 2025: top tested and reviewed speakers for your PC

By John Loeffler last updated

Upgrade your audio with the best computer speakers around, whether you want booming bass on a budget or full-on surround sound.

An MSI MPG 491CQP, the best ultrawide monitor overall, against a techradar background

The best ultrawide monitors in 2025: top picks for gaming beyond 16:9

By John Loeffler last updated

Updated With the best ultrawide monitor, you can immerse yourself in everything from games and movies to becoming a productivity powerhouse.

A Razer Huntsman V2 Analog, the best gaming keyboard, against a techradar background

The best gaming keyboard in 2025: our top picks for mechanical, optical, wireless, and more

By John Loeffler last updated

Updated Picking up one of the best gaming keyboards will transform your setup without breaking the bank - these are our favorites.

An AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X on a table with its retail packaging

I spent about two weeks trying to destroy the AMD Threadripper 9980X, and I can say for sure that only a few people will love this chip—but I'm one of them

By John Loeffler published

Recommended

The Threadripper 9980X sets a new standard in multi-core performance for top-tier creative and technical workloads, but it's not right for everyone.

An AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9970X on a table with its retail packaging

I've tested dozens of processors over the years, and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9970X manages to thread a perfect balance of workstation performance, I/O, and price

By John Loeffler published

Editor's Choice

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9970X is a refined, higher-clocked 32-core HEDT chip delivering exceptional raw and responsive performance for professional workloads—without busting your budget.

A Dell 14 Premium vs Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch against a two-tone TechRadar background

I spent days testing the Dell 14 Premium vs Apple MacBook Pro 14 to find out which is the best 14-inch laptop – and the results are in

By John Loeffler published

I spent days putting the Dell 14 Premium against the MacBook Pro 14-inch M4 to see which is the better laptop, and the result is rather surprising.

A SeaGate BarraCuda, one of the best hard drive picks, against a TechRadar background

The best hard drive of 2025: top picks for long-term storage

By John Loeffler last updated

Updated We list the best hard drives, to make it simple and easy to better manage your computer storage more efficiently for your needs.

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