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Forza Horizon 5 PC Performance Review and Optimisation Guide
Here's how to get the most performance out of Forza Horizon 5.
Intel Core i5 12600K and Core i9 12900K With ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero Review
The 12th Generation Intel CPUs are finally here, promising massive improvements over the disappointing 11th Gen. Let's find out how good they, and the ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero are.
ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Formula Preview
The time is upon us to give you a taste of what's forthcoming with the Z690 chipset and the Intel 12th Generation of CPUs. We begin with the Maximus Formula.
Deathloop Patch 1 Tested - DLSS VS FSR and More
Does Deathloop's latest patch dramatically improve the game's PC version? Yes!
Microsoft Flight Simulator Performance Patch Tested - Huge Gains!
Asobo's latest patch for Flight Simulator is game-changing. Let's have a look at the patch's impact.

Latest Reviews

ASUS ProArt X570-Creator WiFi Review

CPU & Mainboard | 24/11/2021

The ASUS ProArt Creator range is aimed squarely at those of you who demand great networking and reliable performance.

be quiet Light Wings ARGB 120mm/140mm Fan Review

Cases & Cooling | 23/11/2021

be quiet has discovered RGB, and they have done it right!

DLSS VS FSR In Call of Duty Vanguard and why both are necessary

Software | 18/11/2021

DLSS and FSR are both useful options in Vanguard, but which one is better?

Raptoreum mining threatens the world's supply of AMD Ryzen processors

A Full Truck of RTX Graphics Cards have been Stolen in the US

Latest News

Scan's Best Black Friday Deals of 2021

Misc Hardware | 26/11/2021

Great deals on PSUs, cases, cooling solutions and more.

The Best Black Friday Peripherals and Accessories Deals

Input Devices | 26/11/2021

Here are some of the best offers available for headsets, mice, keyboards and other accessories.

FSP launches the world's first SFX 12VO 750W Power Supply

PSUs | 26/11/2021

Will the 12VO standard ever gain mainstream traction?

Most M.2 SSD with included heatsinks are a scam - Buy this instead!

Storage | 26/11/2021

Save money by installing your own SSD heatsink.

Why HDDs are out and SSDs are in for gamers - 3DMARK Storage Benchmark Tested

Storage | 13/11/2021

We've put 3DMARK's new storage benchmark to the test.

PCSpecialist Fusion Nova Review

Systems | 12/11/2021

Had your appetite whetted by the release of the Radeon RX 6600 and need an affordable gaming system? Enter the PCSpecialist Fusion Nova.

ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero Review

CPU & Mainboard | 11/11/2021

With the prices available the Maximus Hero is even more impressive than we initially believed, so naturally we wanted to give it it's own spotlight.

Forza Horizon 5 PC Performance Review and Optimisation Guide

Software | 09/11/2021

Here's how to get the most performance out of Forza Horizon 5.

Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Master Review

CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021

The Gigabyte Aorus range of products have revitalised the company. Does the Z690 Aorus Master continue their upward trend?

ASUS ROG Strix Z690-E Gaming WiFi Review

CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021

The ASUS Strix range is famously high selling and the model that the majority of people will have on their short list when deciding on their next purchase. Is the Z690 worthy?

MSI MEG Z690 Unify Review

CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021

Continuing our abundant selection of Z690 reviews we move on to the heavy hitter of the MSI range, the MEG Unify.

MSI MAG Z690 Carbon WiFi Review

CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021

The MSI Carbon range of motherboards has provided good looks and great performance at an affordable price point for a long while. Is the new Z690 motherboard as successful?

Intel 12th Gen DDR4 vs DDR5 With ASUS Z690 Plus TUF Gaming D4

CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021

The Z690 chipset supports both DDR4 and DDR5. With the Core i9 and Core i5 on hand and the ASUS Z690-Plus TUF Gaming D4 we compare the memory options.

Intel Core i5 12600K and Core i9 12900K With ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero Review

CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021

The 12th Generation Intel CPUs are finally here, promising massive improvements over the disappointing 11th Gen. Let's find out how good they, and the ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero are.

Corsair XENEON 32QHD165 Monitor Review

GPU & Displays | 02/11/2021

Corsair have added a display to their already lengthy list of available products, the HDR400, 1440P @ 165Hz Corsair XENEON 32QHD165. We take a look.

Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Master Preview

CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021

The last of our Z690 previews for today is the Gigabyte Aorus Master. A fully featured motherboard with all the Aorus trademarks. Let's take a look.

ASUS TUF Gaming Z690-Plus WiFi D4 Preview

CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021

If you want the 12th Gen Intel processors and PCIe 5.0 but don't want to give up your DDR4, perhaps the ASUS TUF is the motherboard for you.

ASUS ROG Z690 Maximus Hero Preview

CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021

If you want an ASUS ROG Maximus motherboard but want a black one instead of the white Formula then the Hero is the one for you. We take a look.

MSI MEG Z690 Unify Preview

CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021

Having looked at the MSI MAG Carbon it's time to preview its big brother the MSI MEG Z690 Unify. A serious piece of kit as you'll soon see.

MSI MAG Z690 Carbon WiFi Preview

CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021

The Z690 motherboard previews are coming thick and fast today, and the MSI MAG Carbon is next up. Does it continue the good showing of previous Carbon models?

ASUS ROG Strix Z690-E Gaming WiFi Preview

CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021

The Strix range is wildly popular, and with Alder Lake on the horizon and the new Z690 chipset we see no reason why those massive sales figures won't continue. Join us for a preview.

ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Formula Preview

CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021

The time is upon us to give you a taste of what's forthcoming with the Z690 chipset and the Intel 12th Generation of CPUs. We begin with the Maximus Formula.