
Gaming
Consoles, handhelds and VR headsets compared on measured frame rates, display results and what the hardware actually costs to own. We look beyond teraflops and marketing buzz to evaluate gaming hardware based on sustained thermal performance, actual battery life in handhelds, and true cost of ownership - including required subscriptions and proprietary storage expansion. Relying on instrumented testing, we break down upscaling technologies, analyze VR optics for edge-to-edge clarity, and determine which hardware revisions genuinely improve your gaming experience.

The PS5 Pro is $899 now. A PC that matches it costs $963 to $1,200 in parts alone. The maths that used to favour building has quietly flipped.