Articles by Alastair Jennings

Articles by: Alastair Jennings

Best mini PC of 2025: we benchmarked our top picks for every budget

By Steve Clark last updated 11 March 25

Buying Guide We benchmarked the best mini PCs, thin clients, and NUC boxes for the home, office, content creation, gaming, and so much more.

I reviewed the GMKtec EVO-X1 and the AI-powered Ryzen 9 and OCULINK for an eGPU boost makes one of the best I've tested

By Alastair Jennings published 7 March 25

Recommended

Far more than I'd expected from a mini PC all due to that Oculink port

I tested the GMKtek K11 mini PC and the OCULINK eGPU support makes it great for professionals and creatives

By Alastair Jennings published 7 March 25

Recommended

A powerful mid-level Mini PC with a focus on gaming, but with a high-powered processor and graphics that make it perfectly suitable for creators and small business use.

This small eGPU promises to transform OcuLink-equipped machines into creative powerhouses, and after extensive tests, I'm impressed

By Alastair Jennings published 6 March 25

Recommended

Compact external GPU with AMD Radeon 7600M XT that will give compatible Mini PC's a serious boost

I tested out the Thermal Master T2 Max thermal imaging scope and it's impressive for highlighting heat signatures in the world

By Alastair Jennings published 6 March 25

Recommended

From photography, wildlife conservation, to hunting, this thermal imaging scope will highlight the unseen utilising heat signatures

After testing the Anycubic Kobra S1 for a month, this is the machine I would recommend as a first for multifilament printing

By Alastair Jennings published 2 March 25

Recommended

Next-generation multi-filament printing at an outstanding price

For the price, this large format multifilament 3D printer is the one I want in my studio

By Alastair Jennings published 1 March 25

Recommended

Large-scale next-generation printer that impresses with print quality and speed

I reviewed more than 50 of the best 3D printers of 2025 but these are the top 10 I recommend

By Alastair Jennings last updated 19 February 25

Updated I tested over 50 of the best 3D printers for modeling, miniatures, crafting, prototyping, and more.

Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D Printer review

This entry-level 3D printer performed so well in tests that it almost beat my favorite $1000+ machines

By Alastair Jennings published 17 February 25

Recommended

Entry-level CoreXY 3D printer that challenges the market leaders when it comes to features, speed, and print quality.

BenQ beCreatus GR10 USB4 dock review

By Alastair Jennings published 16 February 25

BenQ's USB4 dock is ideal for phones, tablets, and handhelds

I reviewed this laser engraver and cutter and in my experience, it's one of the most desirable machines out there

By Alastair Jennings published 16 February 25

Recommended

Feature-packed laser engraver with intuitive design and studio software that rivals the market leaders

D-Link 5G NR AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 Router G530 Review

I reviewed this WiFi router and it finally gives me the solid off-the-grid internet connection I've always wanted

By Alastair Jennings published 15 February 25

Recommended

Wired or cellular, this dual-function router offers two connection options to ensure you're never offline.

This Swiss Army knife of rugged phones has the largest battery I've seen on a mobile device (and the built-in projector is cool too)

By Alastair Jennings published 15 February 25

The Oukitel WP100 Titan is a rugged smartphone with built-in projector, camping light, and a huge capacity battery. Essentially filling in the gaps where the Swiss Army knife leaves off.