
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 test gaming laptops all year — here are the only 8 I recommend in 2026
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Looking to upgrade your PC setup with a gaming laptop? Our guide will help you find the right machine, with reviews and test scores from experts.

After 18 years of video editing, these are my top 3 laptops — spoiler: it's hard to beat a MacBook Pro
By Jason England last updated
The best laptops for video editing deliver plenty of power for your projects, a vivid display and all the ports you need. Here are the best you can buy, for professionals and hobbyists alike.

We've tested 100+ displays and these are the best monitors for work, gaming and everyday use
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Find out the best monitor for your desk, whether it's for work, gaming, entertainment or anything in between.

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.

Best wireless keyboards in 2026, tested by experts
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Keep your PC setup wire-free with one of the best wireless keyboards for work, gaming and school.

Best computers in 2026: Our 7 top picks after 500+ hours of testing
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The best computers for every use and price range, from pocket-sized mini PCs to all-in-one desktops and powerful gaming PCs.

These are the 10 best webcams in 2026 we've tested that I actually recommend
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Here are the best webcams you can buy, based on our hands-on testing and reviews of the best models from Logitech, Anker, Insta360 and more.

I upgraded my Meta Quest with the best VR accessories in 2026
By Darragh Murphy last updated
The Meta Quest 3 and 3S great VR headsets, but they can be improved even further with some of the best Meta Quest accessories. Here are our top picks.

I practically live in VR, and these are the best VR headsets you can buy in 2026
By Darragh Murphy last updated
Looking to dive into virtual reality? Here are the best VR headsets worth your money, tested by VR experts.

I’ve worn smart glasses for over 5 years — here’s the best AR and AI glasses in 2026
By Jason England last updated
I’ve been wearing and testing smart glasses for over 5 years — here are the best AR and AI glasses you can buy right now.

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.

The 6 best curved monitors of 2026, tested and rated
By Darragh Murphy last updated
These are the best curved monitors you can buy for gaming, surfing the web or getting more done at work.

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.

I downsized to a mini PC years ago and I’ve never been happier — these are my top picks
By Darragh Murphy last updated
These are the best mini PCs you can buy for simple tasks like web browsing and office work or more demanding ones like video/photo editing and even gaming.

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 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.

Resident Evil Requiem made me believe in path tracing — and I wish it hadn’t
By Jason England last updated
I’ve been a path tracing doubter for a while now, but then I got my hands on Resident Evil Requiem. With Nvidia's DLSS 4 and path tracing, immersion is taken to a new level I've never seen before.

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.

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.
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