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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.
Intel Core i7 7820X Skylake X Review
CPU & Mainboard | 19/06/2017
The new Intel CPUs are upon us, and we take the 8-Core i7-7820X out for a spin and see what she is capable of.
ASUS ROG Strix X370-F Gaming Review
CPU & Mainboard | 16/06/2017
As the Zen architecture continues to surprise and amaze us with its combination of price and performance, ASUS step into the fray with the Strix F.
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Gigabyte reveals their MZ30-AR0 motherboard for AMD EPYC processors
CPU & Mainboard | 22/06/2017
Gigabyte reveals their MZ30-AR0 motherboard for AMD EPYC processors, offering 16 DDR4 memory slots and dual 10GbE ports.
Intel Coffee Lake CPU appears on SiSoftware Sandra
CPU & Mainboard | 22/06/2017
A CPU that appears to be an Intel Coffee Lake 6-core processor has shown up on the SiSoftware Sandra database.
AMD is reportedly able to use 99.9% of Ryzen CPU dies
CPU & Mainboard | 22/06/2017
AMD is reportedly able to use 99.9% of Ryzen CPU dies, with 80% of dies allegedly having 8 fully functional CPU cores.
AMD launches their EPYC series of server processors
CPU & Mainboard | 21/06/2017
AMD launches their EPYC series of server processors, which offer between 8 and 32 cores per socket and 128 PCIe lanes across the lineup.
ASUS X299 Prime Deluxe Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 13/06/2017
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.
Gigabyte X299 Aorus Gaming 7 Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 11/06/2017
As the influx of X299 motherboards begin, we look at the very spangly Aorus 7 from Gigabyte.
Gigabyte Z270X Designare Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 08/06/2017
If you're tempted by a silver motherboard and want all the things Gigabyte have to offer then have we got the motherboard for you.
MSI X299 Gaming Pro Carbon AC Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 07/06/2017
The next iteration of the beast mode Intel Chipset is nearly upon us, and we take a look at the MSI X299 Carbon.
AMD AGESA update 1.0.0.6 - Do BIOS updates matter?
CPU & Mainboard | 27/05/2017
Let's have a look at AMD's new AGESA update 1.0.0.6 and how much of a performance impact this new code update has on ASUS' X370 Crosshair VI Hero.
ASUS Z270 Workstation Review
CPU & Mainboard | 22/05/2017
The default features of the Z270 are excellent, but what if you want ALL the features? Enter the ASUS Z270 WS.
ASRock X370 Taichi AM4 Motherboard Review
CPU & Mainboard | 12/05/2017
A review that has been requested a lot recently, does the ASRock Taichi really offer groundbreaking performance, or is it just hype from certain quarters?
MSI B350 Tomahawk Arctic & Mortar MATX Review
CPU & Mainboard | 27/04/2017
If you loved the MSI B350 Tomahawk but want it in white, then have we got the two motherboards for you.
MSI Ryzen X370 XPOWER Gaming Titanium Review
CPU & Mainboard | 24/04/2017
Following on from our preview of the MSI X370 Titanium it is time for us to fill it full of Ryzen hardware and see how it performs.
AMD Ryzen 5 1400, 1500X and 1600X CPU Review
CPU & Mainboard | 11/04/2017
If you want a more affordable version of the AMD Zen architecture then the Ryzen 5 CPUs might be just the ticket.
AMD Ryzen 7 1700 CPU Review
CPU & Mainboard | 28/03/2017
If the Ryzen 7 1800X is a little to expensive for your taste then perhaps the Ryzen 7 1700 solve all your problems.
MSI B350 Tomahawk AM4 Motherboard Review
CPU & Mainboard | 27/03/2017
If the X370 motherboard range is a little too expensive for your taste then perhaps the B350 chipset equipped Tomahawk will hit the sweet spot.
ASUS Z270 Maximus IX Extreme Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 24/03/2017
We've already seen how good the Maximus IX range has been so far, but what does the Extreme bring to the party?
ASUS Crosshair Evolution
CPU & Mainboard | 23/03/2017
With the latest X370 Chipsets really bringing the AMD platform up to date we thought it would be fun to take a quick trip down memory lane, and the ASUS Crosshair range has an unbroken lineage, so is perfect for this purpose.
MSI X370 XPOWER Gaming Titanium Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 22/03/2017
The flood of X370 motherboards is coming and the next to come crashing into the OC3D offices is the MSI Titanium, and we give it a quick rundown in anticipation of our upcoming full review.
ASUS Crosshair VI Hero AM4 Motherboard Review
CPU & Mainboard | 10/03/2017
With a swathe of X370 motherboards hitting the market it's time to take a look at the first ROG model from ASUS, the Crosshair VI Hero.
Gigabyte X370 Aorus Gaming 5 Aorus Review
CPU & Mainboard | 05/03/2017
The second of our Ryzen motherboard reviews is the Gigabyte Gaming 5, part of their Aorus range.
AMD Ryzen 7 1800X CPU Review
CPU & Mainboard | 02/03/2017
Finally, after what feels like a lifetime, Ryzen is upon us. Carrying the hopes of everyone to take the fight to Intel. We see what is has to offer.
AMD has released a broad list of Ryzen compatible DDR4 memory modules
CPU & Mainboard | 20/06/2017
AMD has released a broad list of Ryzen compatible DDR4 memory modules, which AMD has verified to work at rated speeds with Ryzen CPUs at DCOP settings.
X299 Motherboard roundup
CPU & Mainboard | 19/06/2017
Let's have a quick look at what X299 motherboards are available to purchase today. How well are X299 motherboards priced?
ASUS are giving away free AAA games with their latest X299 motherboards
CPU & Mainboard | 19/06/2017
ASUS are giving away free AAA games with their latest X299 motherboards with the help of Games Planet.
MSI showcase their X299 Tomahawk Arctic motherboard
CPU & Mainboard | 19/06/2017
MSI have showcased their X299 Tomahawk Arctic motherboard, which comes with an all-white aesthetic and a lot of PCIe and IO options.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider artwork leaks
CPU & Mainboard | 18/06/2017
Artwork and logo designs have leaked for Shadow of the Tomb Raider, a yet to be announced sequel to Rise of the Tomb Raider.
Intel's X299 Kaby Lake-X overclocking reviewers guide has leaked
CPU & Mainboard | 18/06/2017
Parts of Intel's X299 Kaby Lake-X overclocking reviewers guide has leaked, stating that most good i7 7740K chips will overclock to 5.0GHz at 1.215V
Intel announces their new Mesh Interconnect for their Skylake-X Xeon processors
CPU & Mainboard | 16/06/2017
Intel announces their new Mesh Interconnect for their Skylake-X Xeon processors, replacing their Ring Bus tech.
AMD's flagship Threadripper CPU has appeared on Geekbench
CPU & Mainboard | 14/06/2017
AMD's flagship Threadripper 1950X CPU has appeared on Geekbench, offering similar single-core performance as desktop Ryzen systems.
Intel's X299 products will be available to purchase on June 26th
CPU & Mainboard | 13/06/2017
Intel has confirmed that their X299 series of Skylake-X and Kaby Lake-X products will be available to purchase on June 26th.
Intel's 12-18 core i9 series X299 CPUs will release between August and October
CPU & Mainboard | 12/06/2017
Intel has confirmed that their 12-18 core i9 series X299 CPUs will release between August and October.
Overclocker der8auer tears a hole in Skylake-X overclocking rumours
CPU & Mainboard | 10/06/2017
The overclocker der8auer has torn a hole in recent X299 Skylake-X overclocking rumours by showing a 5GHz overclock on a Corsair 280mm AIO liquid cooler.
Intel says Cannonlake is on track - Tapes out 2nd gen 10nm products
CPU & Mainboard | 08/06/2017
Intel has confirmed that Cannonlake is on track and that they have taped out Ice Lake, their second-generation 10nm product.
MSI and G.Skill achieve world record memory speeds of 5.5GHz
CPU & Mainboard | 07/06/2017
The Taiwanese overclocker, Toppc, has achieved world record breaking DDR4 memory speeds of 5.5GHz using G.Skill memory and an MSI motherboard.
Intel's 6-core Kaby Lake R-series CPUs are rumoured to arrive in 2018
CPU & Mainboard | 05/06/2017
Intel is now rumoured to release 6-core Kaby Lake R-series CPUs in early 2018.
Intel's 18-core will not be released alongside their X299 platform
CPU & Mainboard | 04/06/2017
ASUS' Raja Gill has confirmed that Intel will not be releasing their new i9 18-core Skylake-X CPUs alongside their X299 platform.
Gigabyte showcases their first Ryzen Mini ITX motherboard
CPU & Mainboard | 02/06/2017
Gigabyte has revealed their first Ryzen mini ITX motherboard, the GA-AB350N Gaming WiFi.
Gigabyte release a range of AGESA 1.0.0.6 BIOS updates for their AM4 motherboards
CPU & Mainboard | 01/06/2017
Gigabyte has released a range of AGESA 1.0.0.6 ready beta BIOS updates for their AM4 motherboards.
Elmor easily smashes 10-core Overclocking world records with Intel's i9 7900X
CPU & Mainboard | 01/06/2017
The overclocker Elmor easily smashes 10-core Overclocking world records with Intel's i9 7900X.
Intel promises a 30%+ performance improvement with their 8th Generation of CPUs
CPU & Mainboard | 31/05/2017
Intel has officially promised to deliver a 30%+ performance boost with their new 8th Generation of CPUs.
Ryzen Threadripper will release this summer
CPU & Mainboard | 30/05/2017
Ryzen Threadripper will release this summer with a total of 64 PCIe lanes and no PCIe segmentation across the lineup.
MSI showcase their X299 Gaming M7 ACK and Gaming Pro Carbon
CPU & Mainboard | 30/05/2017
MSI's new X299 Gaming M7 ACK and Gaming Pro Carbon offer quite a lot of customisation options and several new innovative new design features.
ASUS achieve 7.56GHz overclock with their X299 Apex motherboard
CPU & Mainboard | 30/05/2017
ASUS have been able to achieve a 7.56GHz overclock on Kaby Lake-X with their X299 Apex motherboard.
ASUS announce ROG X399 Zenith Extreme Threadripper motherboard
CPU & Mainboard | 30/05/2017
ASUS' ROG X399 Zenith Extreme Threadripper motherboard has been pictured.
Intel officially announce their new Skylake-X and Kaby Lake-X series processors
CPU & Mainboard | 30/05/2017
Intel has officially announced their new Skylake-X and Kaby Lake-X series processors, including the pricing of their new i9 series models.
Intel's Skylake-X and Kaby Lake-X CPUs will not be soldered
CPU & Mainboard | 30/05/2017
It has been confirmed that both Skylake-X and Kaby Lake-X will not be using a soldered IHS, instead relying on a thermal compound for thermal conductivity.
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