
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

These are the 3 best Chromebooks for kids we tested for homework, 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 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.

The best gaming consoles in 2026: Which system should you buy right now?
By Darragh Murphy Last updated
We played 100+ hours on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo and Valve's latest consoles for the ultimate console showdown. Here's the system you should buy in 2026, after years of hands-on testing.

We played 100+ hours with the best gaming mouse for 2026 — here are our top picks
By Darragh Murphy Last updated
Want faster reaction times in the latest PC games? We spent 100+ hours playing games to find the best gaming mouse worth your cash.

We ranked the best gaming keyboards in 2026, and these are the only 8 worth your money
By Darragh Murphy Last updated
The best gaming keyboard can make a huge difference in both PC gaming and everyday productivity.

These are the 5 best laptops under $500 we tested to find the budget winners
By Darragh Murphy Last updated
The best laptops under $500 are more important than ever, and we've done the testing to find the right budget picks for you.

Best Wi-Fi extenders in 2026: Boost your Wi-Fi signal for less without a major upgrade
By Darragh Murphy Last updated
The best Wi-Fi extenders we've tested let you extend the range of your current router without having to replace it with a new one.

The 5 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.

These are the 7 best computers to upgrade your PC setup 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.

I tested the MSI Prestige 16 AI+ for two weeks, and its stunning OLED refresh doesn't hit all the marks
By Darragh Murphy Published
Thinner than ever before, but at what cost?

I tested Control Resonant on an RTX 5090 — and I'm now preparing for a new benchmark for PC gaming
By Darragh Murphy Published
I played three hours of Remedy Entertainment's upcoming Control Resonant on an RTX 5090 gaming PC, and its reality-bending action is looking to take full advantage of Nvidia's latest graphics cards.

These are the 7 best AI laptops we've tested to run models locally and handle tasks
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.

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 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.

We tested the best Wi-Fi 7 routers for 2026 — this is how you get blazing-fast speeds for your home
By Anthony Spadafora Last updated
The best Wi-Fi 7 routers include traditional routers with unique designs, mesh Wi-Fi systems for whole home coverage and even gaming routers.

We spent 100+ hours playing on the best handheld gaming consoles in 2026 — here's our top picks worth your money
By Darragh Murphy Last updated
With the best handheld gaming consoles we've tested, you can play the latest games anywhere. Here are the handhelds worth your money right now.

I downsized to a mini PC years ago and I’ve never been happier — these are my 7 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 6 best curved monitors for 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.

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.

We've tested 100+ keyboards to find the best of 2026 — here are the only ones worth buying
By Darragh Murphy Last updated
Looking for the best keyboard for you? Whether you're after wired or wireless, mechanical or hot-swappable, we've hand-picked the very best.

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.

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.

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.
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