Computer Components and Upgrade Deals

A practical buy if your HP Compaq CQ57 is running hot or shutting down unexpectedly, since a failing CPU fan is one of the more common causes of thermal issues in that series. Buy Now at Newegg

Useful if your laptop is running hot and you want an external cooling solution that targets the CPU directly rather than relying on the built-in fans alone. Buy Now at Newegg

A straightforward replacement part for anyone dealing with an overheating or noisy laptop, assuming your machine uses a 4-pin connector and you're comfortable doing the swap yourself. Buy Now at Newegg

A direct replacement fan for the HP EliteBook 2710p and 2730p, so this is only relevant if you own one of those specific laptops and need to address overheating or a failing fan. Buy Now at Newegg

A straightforward replacement part for anyone dealing with an overheating or noisy Dell Inspiron, where the original fan has worn out or failed completely. Buy Now at Newegg

A direct replacement fan for HP Pavilion x360 15-BR laptops dealing with overheating or a noisy, failing fan, and it's the kind of repair that's straightforward enough for anyone comfortable opening up a laptop. Buy Now at Newegg

Brass standoffs are a staple for anyone doing PCB mounting, electronics enclosures, or DIY builds where metal threading holds up better than nylon over time. At $8, that's $7 off the $15 list price for a 20-pack of M3 female thread brass standoffs measuring 8x10mm. Buy Now at Newegg

A used or refurbished laptop repair job gets a lot easier when you can find the board and CPU together, and this combo covers the P55W — a mid-range gaming notebook from Gigabyte's lineup. Worth picking up if you're replacing a failed board in this specific model rather than sourcing parts separately. Buy Now at Newegg

A practical buy for anyone repairing or upgrading a Dell OptiPlex 7010 or 9010 small form factor desktop, since replacement motherboards for these machines are increasingly hard to source at a reasonable price. Buy Now at Newegg

A straightforward option for anyone repairing or refurbishing an HP ProBook 450 G3 or 470 G3 rather than replacing the whole unit, since a replacement motherboard is typically far cheaper than a new laptop. Buy Now at Newegg

Designed specifically for the X870 Aorus Elite Wifi7, this monoblock covers both the CPU and motherboard VRMs in a single water block, which simplifies loop building and can improve thermal performance on the VRMs compared to running air cooling on them separately. Buy Now at Newegg

A component-level replacement for server room or rack equipment maintenance, this fan module is relevant if you're managing aging network infrastructure and need to swap out cooling hardware without replacing the entire switch. Buy Now at Newegg

Useful if you're building or upgrading a desktop PC and keep running short on the small screws that secure expansion cards and drive bezels to the case. Buying a 100-pack means you're unlikely to need to track down individual screws again for a while. Buy Now at Newegg

Useful if you're building a multi-GPU mining rig or need to reposition graphics cards in a tight case, since the riser cables let each card run at full X16 slot speeds through an X1 connection. Getting six in a pack keeps the per-unit cost down compared to buying them individually. Buy Now at Newegg

Useful for keeping a small form factor or poorly ventilated PC case cooler without cutting holes or adding external fans, since it installs through an unused PCI expansion slot and requires no tools or case modifications. Buy Now at Newegg

A direct replacement fan for the RTX 3060 and RTX 3090 Ti, useful if your GPU is running hot due to a failed or failing cooler and you'd rather swap the fan than replace the whole card. Buy Now at Newegg

Jonsplus is a boutique case brand with a small but dedicated following among compact build enthusiasts, and the Z20 is their Micro-ATX tower with a focus on clean lines and solid build quality. At $104, that's $85 off the $189 list price. Buy Now at Newegg

A straightforward upgrade for anyone looking to add RAM to a desktop PC, particularly useful if you're running multiple applications at once or hitting slowdowns with your current setup. Buy Now at Newegg

Raidmax's i801 is a mid-tower ATX case that comes bundled with extras, which can save you from sourcing individual components separately when building a new rig. At $110, it's $30 off the $140 list price. Buy Now at Newegg