AMD Ryzen Retest 1500x 1600x 1800x Review
As the Zen architecture has rapidly matured we've had a lot of calls to retest the Ryzen CPUs, so that's what we've done.
AMD Ryzen memory optimisation - The effect of tRC timings
We have discovered an odd quirk with AMD's stock Ryzen memory timings. What happens when we "fix" it?
MSI GTX 1080 Ti Lightning Review
The MSI Lightning range of cards has always been excellent, does the GTX 1080 Ti version maintain this trend?
ASUS X299 Prime Deluxe Preview
The ASUS Prime has been our go-to motherboard when testing new CPUs, and with the launch of the X CPUs we have a new one to play with.
MSI X299 Gaming Pro Carbon AC Preview
The next iteration of the beast mode Intel Chipset is nearly upon us, and we take a look at the MSI X299 Carbon.
Latest Reviews
MSI X299 SLI Plus Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 17/08/2017
If you want to dip your toe into the X299 waters but would prefer to do so without selling a vital organ, the MSI SLI Plus might be worth a look.
CoolerMaster Masterpulse MH320 Review
Audio | 15/08/2017
In a world full of expensive headsets tailored to the premium user, Coolermaster has taken a look at the other end of the market with the affordable Masterpulse MH320.
Nvidia's Volta Architecture will not be releasing to consumers anytime soon
Intel releases information about their 10nm+ Ice lake series of CPUs
Latest News
Valve is set to get stricter with 3rd party Steam key sales
Software | 17/08/2017
Developers may be denied large batches of Steam keys if it isn't "worth the cost" for Valve.
Quake Champions will be hitting Steam Early Access next week
Software | 17/08/2017
The DOOM Slayer will be Quake's latest Champion.
Alphacool unleashes TR4 retention kits and teases a dedicated Threadripper water block
Cases & Cooling | 17/08/2017
Alphacool is now ready for Threadripper
Alphacool releases their Eiswolf GPX-Pro and NexXxoS GPX water coolers for AMD's RX Vega
Cases & Cooling | 17/08/2017
Want a water cooled Vega that isn't the Vega 64 XTX?
ASUS X399 ROG Zenith Extreme and Ryzen 1950X Threadripper Review
CPU & Mainboard | 10/08/2017
If you consider yourself in the group of people who can never have enough CPU performance, the Ryzen 1950X Threadripper might be perfect.
Fractal Design Meshify C Review
Cases & Cooling | 09/08/2017
If you've always wanted a high airflow version of the Define C, this might just be your lucky day.
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice PC Performance Review
Software | 09/08/2017
How good is the PC port of Ninja Theory's latest release? Will this game put your PC through hell?
ASUS X399 ROG Zenith Extreme Threadripper Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 03/08/2017
The AMD Threadripper is nearly upon us and as part of this new hardware there are new motherboards. First up, the ASUS X399 ROG Zenith Extreme.
Gigabyte Aorus X299 Gaming 7 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 02/08/2017
The first X299 board we have seen with multiple VRM heatsinks, is this enough to keep them cool and happy?
MSI X299 Gaming Pro Carbon Review
CPU & Mainboard | 30/07/2017
If you're in the market for a motherboard that allows you a little more customisation from the norm, MSI have just the thing.
AMD Ryzen 3 1200 and 1300X CPU Review
CPU & Mainboard | 27/07/2017
If the Ryzen AM4 CPUs have whetted your appetite but you want something a little more within your budget, then perhaps the Ryzen 3 CPUs might be the thing. We find out.
ASUS ROG X370 Crosshair VI Extreme Review
CPU & Mainboard | 23/07/2017
Following on from the excellent performance of the Crosshair Formula, we take a look at the all-singing and dancing Crosshair VI Extreme.
AMD Ryzen Retest 1500x 1600x 1800x Review
CPU & Mainboard | 21/07/2017
As the Zen architecture has rapidly matured we've had a lot of calls to retest the Ryzen CPUs, so that's what we've done.
ASUS TUF X299 Mark 1 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 19/07/2017
The latest entry into the ASUS TUF range is based around the most recent Intel chipset, the X299. How does it measure up?
AMD Ryzen memory optimisation - The effect of tRC timings
CPU & Mainboard | 14/07/2017
We have discovered an odd quirk with AMD's stock Ryzen memory timings. What happens when we "fix" it?
MSI X299 XPOWER Gaming AC Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 13/07/2017
Everyone loves a flagship product and the MSI XPOWER has always been theirs. We look at the latest in the range based around the X299 chipset.
MSI X299 Tomahawk Arctic Edition Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 13/07/2017
Next in our big batch of X299 motherboards is the latest in the Tomahawk range from MSI, the Arctic. Mmm frosty.
Gigabyte AB350N Gaming Ryzen ITX Motherboard Review
CPU & Mainboard | 12/07/2017
If you've been tempted by the latest AMD Ryzen CPUs but only have a small case in which to build, then the Gigabyte AB350N ITX might be the very thing.
ASUS Cerberus V2 Headset Review
Audio | 11/07/2017
ASUS have revisited their affordable Cerberus headset and upgraded it. We put it to the test.
MSI GTX 1080 Ti Lightning Review
GPU & Displays | 03/07/2017
The MSI Lightning range of cards has always been excellent, does the GTX 1080 Ti version maintain this trend?
ASUS X299-E Strix Gaming Review
CPU & Mainboard | 01/07/2017
If you've had your head turned by the latest Intel product range then perhaps the ASUS X299-E Strix might be the motherboard for you.
Intel i9 7900X Skylake-X Review
CPU & Mainboard | 22/06/2017
Following our look at the latest 8-core Intel CPU it's time to check out the challenger for the i7-6950X crown, the Intel Core i9-7900X.
Leaked slide compares Kaby Lake to Coffee Lake
CPU & Mainboard | 17/08/2017
Coffee Lake will feature both single-threaded and multi-threaded performance improvements.
Crackdown 3 has been delayed until 2018
Software | 17/08/2017
Microsoft wants to make sure they deliver a game of the "right quality".
AMD's RX Vega GPUs have been found to come with two different forms
GPU & Displays | 17/08/2017
AMD says that both versions are functionally identical, even with their aesthetic differences.
Graphics memory prices have reportedly risen 30% this month
GPU & Displays | 17/08/2017
Will this affect GPU pricing?
Planet of the Apes: Last Frontier has been officially announced
Software | 17/08/2017
A story driven game based between Dawn and War of the Planet of the Apes.
Prey now has a free trial version on PC
Software | 17/08/2017
Demos are becoming very popular on PC.
Samsung introduces their T5 series of portable SSDs
Storage | 16/08/2017
These SSDs offers USB 3.1 Gen 2 support and transfer speeds that are up to 100MB/s faster than their existing T3 series.
The Skaven has been revealed as Total War Warhammer II's 4th playable race
Software | 16/08/2017
Expect a unique and sneaky gameplay style
HBO accidentally leaks next week's Game of Thrones Episode
Audio | 16/08/2017
HBO didn't even need to be hacked this time!
Agents of Mayhem's PC performance is highly inconsistent
Software | 16/08/2017
Time of day alone can change game performance by over 40%.
ASUS officially launches their ROG Strix XG27VQ FreeSync display
GPU & Displays | 16/08/2017
This 27-inch 144Hz display is said to offer ASUS-exclusive Extreme Low Motion Blur technology and ASUS Aura RGB support.
Nvidia's next generation of Volta GPUs are expected to release in March 2018
GPU & Displays | 16/08/2017
Yields for TSMC's 12nm production node will have improved by this date and GDDR6 memory should be readily available.
EA's Player Appreciation sale is now live on Origin
Software | 16/08/2017
Up to 80% off select titles.
Bungie details Destiny 2's upcoming PC Open Beta
Software | 16/08/2017
Are you ready to play Destiny on PC?
AMD releases a new GPU driver to enhance mining performance stability
GPU & Displays | 16/08/2017
Imporved mining performance at larger DAG sizes.
Ashes of the Singularity: Escalation will gain Vulkan support in update 2.4
Software | 16/08/2017
This update also adds a free Co-Op DLC map pack.
Silverstone has released Tempered glass versions of their RL06 series cases
Cases & Cooling | 15/08/2017
Tempered glass for everyone!
Alphacool releases their Eisbaer 140mm and 420mm liquid coolers
Cases & Cooling | 15/08/2017
The Alphacool Eisbaer 420mm is the biggest and strongest expandable CPU AIO worldwide.
AMD's RX 64 Launch pricing was only for "early sales"
GPU & Displays | 15/08/2017
Is AMD's RX Vega 64's MSRP of £449.99 a lie?
MSI reveals their MATX X299M Gaming Pro Carbon AC Motherboard
CPU & Mainboard | 15/08/2017
Can you fit a full X299 system into an MATX form factor?
Nvidia's Volta Architecture will not be releasing to consumers anytime soon
GPU & Displays | 15/08/2017
Jen-Hsun Huang says that "for the holiday season for the foreseeable future, I think Pascal is just unbeatable"
Volition reveals Nvidia Tech within Agents of Mayhem
Software | 15/08/2017
TXAA, Hybrid Frustum Traced Shadows (HFTS), Ansel and more.
AMD releases their Radeon Software 18.0 Vega driver
GPU & Displays | 14/08/2017
This is a beta driver for AMD's RX Vega launch.
Deadlight: Directors Cut is currently free on GOG
Software | 14/08/2017
You can't argue with free.
Intel releases information about their 10nm+ Ice lake series of CPUs
CPU & Mainboard | 14/08/2017
While we are waiting for Intel's 8th generation of CPUs, let's talk about what comes afterwards.
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