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Best CPU and GPU for a Custom PC in 2026: Ryzen 9850X3D, RTX 50 Super, Nova Lake and What’s Worth Waiting For – NJ

Aug 22, 2026

The best CPU and graphics card picks for a custom PC build in 2026 by budget, what the reviewers actually measured, and an honest look at whether the Ryzen 9850X3D, RTX 50 Super, Zen 6, or Nova Lake are worth waiting for. From Dave’s Computers in Somerville NJ.

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Is It Cheaper to Build a PC or Buy One in 2026? Build vs. Buy vs. Let Dave’s Build It – NJ

Aug 22, 2026

For twenty years building your own PC was the cheap option. In 2026, with memory prices tripled and prebuilt makers buying parts in bulk, the math has changed. Here is what the data says about DIY vs. prebuilt vs. a local custom build, from our Somerville NJ bench.

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Why RAM and SSD Prices Are So High in 2026 (and How We Build Around It) – Custom PC Builds in NJ

Aug 22, 2026

RAM and SSD prices have tripled since late 2025 because AI data centers are buying up the world’s memory supply. Here is what the industry data says, what it means for a custom PC build, and how our Somerville NJ bench builds around it.

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RAM Prices Up 110%: What Computer Parts to Buy Now — and What to Wait On

Aug 9, 2026

A year into the AI memory crunch, DDR5 has doubled and SSDs followed. A working guide to computer parts in 2026: what’s inflated, what’s stable, and how to upgrade smart.

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PC Prices Are Soaring in 2026: Why Fixing Your Computer Beats Buying New Right Now

Aug 8, 2026

RAM prices are up over 100%, and analysts say new PC and laptop prices keep climbing through 2026. The honest repair-vs-replace math from our NJ bench — and why fixing wins this year.

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Google Nest Cam vs UniFi G6 Turret: Our NJ Shop Camera Upgrade

Jul 18, 2026

We retired the old Google Nest Cams laying around our NJ shop and upgraded to the Ubiquiti UniFi G6 Turret on our Cloud Key NVR. Here’s the full comparison chart — and why the picture quality blew us away.

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AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Review for NJ Custom Gaming PCs: Is It Worth It?

Jun 23, 2026

A plain-English review of the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D for gaming-first custom builds: what the X3D cache actually does, who it suits, who should skip it, and how to build around it. Honest advice from Dave’s Computers in NJ.

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Apple Just Announced WWDC26 — New Jersey Computer Services You Might Actually Need

May 19, 2026

Mac Repair & Computer Services — NJ 📅 Posted May 18, 2026 · Somerville, NJ · 6 min read Apple Just Announced WWDC26 — New Jersey Computer Services You Might Actually Need 🍎 In the news today — May 18, 2026 Apple announced this morning that WWDC26 kicks off June 8 at Apple Park in […]

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The Best SSDs for Every Budget: Review and Buying Guide 2023

Nov 20, 2022

Heads up: This guide was written in 2023. Drive models and pricing have changed — we recommend checking current prices before purchasing. We’ll be updating this post soon. You’ve come to the right place if you’re in the market for a new SSD. In this article, we will look at some of the best SSDs […]

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How to Recover Data from a Dead Hard Drive

Sep 17, 2020

When your computer crashes, there is a real fear of losing important files and documents. However, it is possible to recover lost files regardless of whether the computer hardware is broken or there is the presence of malware. There are several different types of data recovery software in addition to steps you can take to […]

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