
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

The best iPad 2026 — every model tested and rated
By Tony Polanco, Darragh Murphy last updated
From the big, beautiful iPad Pro to the svelte iPad Air, these are the best iPads you can buy right now, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.

These are the 6 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.

These are the 10 best gaming monitors for 2026 we've tested, from 1080p to 4K
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Whether you want high resolutions or fast frame rates, the best gaming monitors can redefine your gaming space.

Which MacBook should you buy in 2026? I ranked the 5 best Apple laptops for every need
By Darragh Murphy last updated
We test and review every MacBook, and this guide will help you pick the best MacBook for your needs right now, whether it's general productivity or pro-tier content creation.

The best gaming PCs in 2026, tested by experts
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best gaming PCs for every budget are here, including console-sized PCs and high-end rigs to play the latest games at max settings.

The best mouse in 2026 — our 8 top picks for work, gaming and beyond
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Give your PC setup an upgrade with the best mice you can grab today, for work, gaming 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 graphics cards in 2026: I've tested every GPU to find the best bang for your buck
By Jason England, Darragh Murphy last updated
Looking to find the best GPU for your PC setup? Rather than just recommending you sell your house and buy an RTX 5090, here are our top graphics cards that give you the biggest bang for your buck.

The best all-in-one printers in 2026 worth your money, tested by experts
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.

The 5 best printers in 2026, tested by experts
By Darragh Murphy last updated
These are the best printers we recommend for every need and budget, backed up by our expert hands-on testing and reviews.

The best handheld gaming consoles in 2026 — our top recommendations
By Darragh Murphy last updated
With the best handheld gaming consoles, you can play excellent games anywhere, whether you’re looking for action, puzzle or strategy games.

Nvidia N1X and N1 CPU: Everything we know so far
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Nvidia Arm-based CPUs are on the way, but when?

The best 2-in-1 laptops in 2026: Our top picks tested and rated
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best 2-in-1 laptops bridge the gap between laptop and tablet, and even dual-screen machines! After years of testing, here's our top convertibles right now.

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.

Best laptops for engineering students in 2026: Our top picks tested and rated
By Darragh Murphy last updated
With powerful components, clear screens and well-built designs, these are the best laptops for engineering students you can buy right now.

The best 15-inch laptops in 2026: Our 5 top picks we recommend
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best 15-inch laptops straddle the line between power and portability, and these are the best you can buy right now.

Best gaming headsets in 2026 — our expert picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Find out the best gaming headsets for the PS5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch and PC. Our guide covers wired and wireless models, as well as budget and premium options.

The best laptops for battery life in 2026 — tested and rated
By Darragh Murphy last updated
These are the longest-lasting laptops that we've reviewed, and you can buy right now in 2026.

I've tested the best budget laptops of 2026, and these are the only 7 worth your money
By Darragh Murphy last updated
These are the best budget laptops on the market, based on our hands-on testing and reviews.

I’ve been gaming for 25 years and these are the best PC controllers in 2026 worth your money
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Give your PC the controller it deserves when playing FPS, RPGs, platformers and more with the best PC controllers worth your money.

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.

The best 13-inch laptops in 2026: Top ultraportables worth your money
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best 13-inch laptops offer a good mix of power and portability, and we review dozens of 13-inch laptops every year then cull the cream of the crop into this list.

Best all-in-one computers in 2026, tested by experts
By Darragh Murphy last updated
These are the best all-in-one PCs you can buy based on our in-depth testing and review. Whatever your budget and needs, I have a recommendation for the all-in-one PC that's right for you.
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