
Darragh Murphy
Darragh is Tom’s Guide’s Computing Editor and is fascinated by all things bizarre in tech. This usually leads to assorted coverage varying from washing machines designed for earbuds to the wild world of laptops. Whether it's connecting Scar from The Lion King to two-factor authentication or turning his love for laptops into a fabricated rap battle from 8 Mile, he believes there’s always a quirky spin to be made.
Darragh has previously been an Editor for Laptop Mag and a News Editor for Time Out Dubai, where he also headed the gaming and tech section. His work can be seen in Mashable, Android Police, Shortlist Dubai, Proton, theBit.nz, ReviewsFire and more.
While laptops are his bread and butter, he’s also reviewed smartphones, monitors, speakers, docking stations and VPNs. He’s covered IFA, MWC Barcelona, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and more.
When he's not checking out the latest devices and all things computing, he can be found going for dreaded long runs, watching terrible shark movies, and trying to find time to game.
Latest articles by Darragh Murphy

I've tested the best budget laptops of 2026 — here are my top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
These are the best budget laptops on the market, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.

I test laptops all year — and these are the 7 best for students in 2026
By Darragh Murphy last updated
If I were going back to school, I’d bring one of these laptops for my studies — powerful, cost-effective and sure to survive dorm life.

I'm running my first marathon this weekend and I'm nervous as hell, so I asked experts for their 5 can't-miss tips
By Darragh Murphy published
It's never too late to get prepared for a marathon, and if you're a first-timer like me, keep these runner tips in mind before you set off.

Best gaming monitors in 2026, tested and reviewed
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Whether you want high resolutions or fast frame rates, the best gaming monitors can redefine your gaming space.

These are the best mesh Wi-Fi systems we've tested to say goodbye to Wi-Fi dead zones for good
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best mesh Wi-Fi systems can cover even the largest homes with a strong Wi-Fi signal while eliminating dead zones at the same time.

We played 100+ hours with the best gaming mouse in 2026 — here are our top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Having the best gaming mouse can mean the difference between victory and defeat.

The best touchscreen laptops in 2026, tested and reviewed
By Darragh Murphy last updated
These are the best touchscreen laptops we recommend, based on our hands-on testing and reviews. Of all the laptops we use, these are the ones we most love to touch.

Best Chromebooks for kids 2026: Tested for durability, learning and fun
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best Chromebooks for kids are as basic or as super-powered as you need, and we've got great picks at a wide variety of prices.

The best 2-in-1 laptops in 2026: Our top picks tested and rated
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Want a great laptop that transforms into a tablet and more? These are the best 2-in-1 laptops we recommend

The best Chromebooks in 2026: We tested 50+ models and these are the only 5 I recommend
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best Chromebooks provide great, affordable alternatives to Windows PCs and MacBooks. These are our favorites to recommend, based on hands-on testing and reviews.

The best Windows laptops of 2026: I’ve benchmarked 50+ models to find 7 machines worth your money
By Darragh Murphy last updated
I review dozens of laptops every year, and for my money, these are the best Windows laptops on the market in every category, from ultraportables to gaming machines and everything in between.

I test laptops year-round and these are the best laptops you can buy in 2026
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Here are the best laptops my team and I recommend based on our lab testing and hands-on reviews

Best student computers in 2026: Our top PCs tested and rated
By Darragh Murphy last updated
From dorm-ready desktops to slick all-in-ones for art and photography students, these are the best student computers.

The best all-in-one printers in 2026 worth your money, tested and reviewed
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Need a printer that can print, scan and copy that actually works, is easy to set up and doesn't cost a small fortune? We've tested the best all-in-one printers that can do it all.

Best AI laptops in 2026: Here's our 6 top recommendations tested and reviewed
By Darragh Murphy last updated
AI is well and truly here, and you'll need the right kind of laptop to run it well. Here are our picks for the best of the best.

We've tested the best tablets for entertainment and productivity, and these are the 7 I recommend right now
By James Frew, Darragh Murphy last updated
We've tested the best tablets to help you decide between an iPad, Android slabs, and Windows handhelds to boost your productivity with a larger screen on the go.

I test the best Android tablets for a living — here's my top 3 picks for 2026
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Our guide to the best Android tablets offers a curated list of the top iPad alternatives.

The best gaming keyboards in 2026 — top picks tested by experts
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best gaming keyboard can make a huge difference in both PC gaming and everyday productivity.

I’ve been gaming for 25 years and these are the best PC game controllers in 2026 worth your money
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best PC game controllers are ideal for playing a wide variety of games, from shooters to platformers to RPGs.

Best powerline extenders in 2026 — boost your internet with our top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best powerline extenders let you stretch your home internet connection to any part of the house with an AC outlet.

Best USB flash drives in 2026 — here's the top memory sticks to buy
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best USB flash drives make it easy to bring your data with you as you can store, transfer and back up your files on physical media.

The best mechanical keyboards in 2026: We reviewed 100+ models to find the best 'thock'
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Whether you want full-sized or mini, wired or wireless, these are the best mechanical keyboards on the market right now.

The best external SSDs in 2026 — tested by experts
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Running out of space on your laptop or phone? These are the best external SSDs, based on our extensive testing.
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