Articles by Jasmine Mannan, Contributor

Jasmine is a gaming hardware and tech journalist with an appreciation for all things others dare to call boring or complicated.

Previously of GamesRadar and The Mirror, Jasmine has reviewed and covered hundreds of devices from laptops to sound bars, monitors to cameras and almost everything in-between.

In her spare time, Jasmine enjoys playing games that make her rage and building PCs, which also makes her rage – as well as spending time with her three cats. Crazy cat lady in the making!

Articles by: Jasmine Mannan

HP Omen Max 16 review: a powerhouse gaming laptop at a compelling price

By Jasmine Mannan published 14 January 26

Recommended

The HP Omen Max 16 is a powerful gaming laptop that offers excellent performance for a very competitive price - but the design is dated.

Windows 10 End of Life - what does it mean for PC gamers?

By Jasmine Mannan published 7 October 25

If you’re unsure if you’ll still be able to play your favorite games when Microsoft kills Windows 10 support, we’ve got all the answers.

MSI Stealth A16 AI+ review: thin, light, and hot

By Jasmine Mannan published 29 September 25

The MSI Stealth A16 AI+ is a sleek gaming laptop that punches above its weight when it comes to performance - but this comes at a price.

5 of the weirdest tech gadgets I saw at IFA 2025: from robots galore to AI everything

By Jasmine Mannan published 8 September 25

The huge IFA 2025 tech event is over, and we got to see some wonderfully weird gadgets whilst there - here are some that caught our attention...

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra running Genshin Impact.

This Samsung tablet is better than any gaming handheld I've ever tried

By Jasmine Mannan published 31 August 25

The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra has some impressive gaming chops - but can it overtake handheld gaming PCs?

The Lenovo Legion Pro 7 gaming laptop on display at Gamescom 2025.

Best gaming laptops of Gamescom 2025 - top picks from MSI, Samsung and more

By Jasmine Mannan published 24 August 25

Gaming laptops may not be the focus of Gamescom, but that doesn’t stop big brands from bringing their all.

Hands on: I tried the new MSI Claw A8 at Gamescom 2025 and AMD’s Z2 Extreme chip was nothing but an extreme let down

By Jasmine Mannan published 23 August 25

Not yet rated

MSI Claw A8 Z2 Extreme hands-on preview: marred by AMD’s ‘new’ chip.

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Are membrane keyboard switches good for gaming?

By Jasmine Mannan published 17 August 25

There are many benefits to opting for a membrane keyboard, but are they good for gaming?

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10 must-have apps for students in 2025

By Jasmine Mannan last updated 11 August 25

There's a wide range of excellent free and paid software that is indispensable for students.

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How to choose which keyboard switch is right for you: from durability to performance

By Jasmine Mannan published 10 August 25

It can be hard to decide whether it's worth picking up premium optical switches or better to stick to basic membrane switches, but we're here to help you pick.

MSI Modern 15 review: budget in both price and in battery

By Jasmine Mannan published 5 August 25

The MSI Modern 15 comes with a very tempting budget price, but due to the short battery life, it's hard to recommend.

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Asus ROG Flow Z13 review: great on-the-go gaming, but at a cost

By Jasmine Mannan published 15 July 25

The Asus ROG Flow Z13 is an excellent 2-in-1 gaming laptop/tablet, but there are a few flaws that prevent it from being perfect.

The Apple MacBook Air 13-inch and the Dell XPS 13 on a split-color background.

Dell XPS 13 vs MacBook Air: which is the king of laptops?

By Jasmine Mannan published 16 June 25

One of the best Windows laptops versus Apple's flagship compact MacBook - which one comes out on top?

Medion Erazer Beast 18 gaming laptop on wooden floor

Medion Erazer Beast 18 review: high performance at a lower cost than alternatives

By Jasmine Mannan published 16 June 25

Great Value

The Medion Erazer Beast 18 gets an RTX 50-series GPU in your hands for much cheaper than other current-gen gaming laptops.

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How to choose a laptop for university

By Jasmine Mannan published 14 June 25

Back to school 2025 Here’s everything you need to know before picking out your new university laptop.

MSI Raider A18 HX review: big in power, big in size… as in literally too big

By Jasmine Mannan published 11 June 25

The MSI Raider A18 HX is a powerful - and very, very large - gaming laptop that won't be for everyone.

I spent a week playing on the Medion Erazer Hunter X30 gaming PC and was blown away by its performance... and its fans

By Jasmine Mannan published 6 June 25

Recommended

While you’ll get some of the best-in-class performance in a gorgeous case, the Medion Erazer Hunter X30 does have a few points of contention.

Acer PD3 Dual-Screen portable monitor hooked up to a Windows laptop

I tested the Acer PD3 Dual-Screen portable monitor as extra screen space for my work laptop, but a few heavy flaws hold it back

By Jasmine Mannan published 21 April 25

Acer's PD3 Dual-Screen Portable Monitor is a solid plug-and-play display to take with you between work and home - if you can look past its hefty weight and need for a dedicated power source.

How to clear a conversation in Snapchat

By Jasmine Mannan published 28 March 25

In this article, we will show you how to clear a conversation on Snapchat within the app.

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How to enable XMP

By Jasmine Mannan published 27 March 25

In this article you’ll learn how to enable XMP, otherwise known as Extreme Memory Profiles, so you can take advantage of faster memory speeds.

How to check battery health of a laptop

By Jasmine Mannan published 27 March 25

In this article you will learn how to generate a battery report on your laptop which will allow you to check the battery health of your device.

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How to quickly optimize your PC for gaming

By Jasmine Mannan published 27 March 25

This article will show you how to quickly optimize a PC for gaming, including taking steps like overclocking and updating your drivers.

How to gift a game on Steam

By Jasmine Mannan published 25 March 25

In this article you’ll learn how to gift a game on Steam via the Steam Client on PC.

How to post on Pinterest

By Jasmine Mannan published 25 March 25

In this article you will learn how to post on Pinterest, whether its a Pin, Board or Collage.

How to delete all your tweets on X

By Jasmine Mannan published 20 March 25

In this article, you’ll learn how to delete all tweets using Redact, a tool that means you don’t have to delete them individually.

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