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Intel's new 14th Gen processors have officially launched and G.Skill is prepared with ultra-fast DDR5 memory for the new Z790 chipset platform. Today, G.Skill is launching its new DDR5-8400 CL40 memory kits. Developed using the new Intel Core i9-14900K and Z790 platform and validated on a system featuring the processor …

The latest Intel consumer CPUs have their throttling point set at around 107ºC. However, with the new feature MSI has added to their new BIOS for MSI Z690 and Z790 Max motherboards, it's now possible to increase the threshold to at least 115ºC. According to a screenshot shared by @kuroberumo …

Is the Cougar MX600 genuinely new or just another generic rebranded mid-tower? We find out today

Rumours about AMD releasing a Radeon RX 6750 GRE graphics card have been floating on the internet for some time. Most recently, Gigabyte and MSI versions of this graphics card have been spotted, both sporting 12GB of VRAM.  According to Gigabyte China (via VideoCardz), this graphics card will feature 12GB …

The ASUS Noctua RTX 4080 is no longer the only RTX 40 series card with Noctua fans. While the Noctua RTX 4080 was created in close cooperation with Noctua, Sycom took a different approach with its Noctua-cooled RTX 4070 and 4060 Ti graphics cards. Sycom, a Japanese OEM system builder, …

Today is the big day – after months of rumours and various leaks, Intel is now officially announcing its new 14th Gen Core processors. Otherwise known as the Raptor Lake Refresh, new 14th Gen Core desktop processors will offer up to 6GHz speeds, accelerated AI performance and improved gaming performance. …

One of the biggest mistakes that an inexperienced system builder will make is to place all their focus on the most powerful processor, motherboard and GPU while trying to save money on the power supply, often purchasing a no-name brand. But how do you know what to look out for? In this guide, we go over everything you need to know and give our top PSU recommendations for 2023...

TeamGroup recently announced the new T-Create Classic C40 PCIe 4.0 line of SSDs. The new series features three different models, each targeting a specific set of users, from the entry-level market up to the high-end segment. The T-Create Classic C40 series PCIe 4.0 SSD is available in three models: C47, …

be quiet! announced two new air coolers, the Dark Rock Elite and Dark Rock Pro 5. The former is a new product, as opposed to Dark Rock Pro 5, which is the successor to the award-winning Dark Rock Pro 4. The Dark Rock Elite is designed for customers that want …

An official slide depicting Intel's forthcoming Core i9-14900K CPU has been leaked ahead of the CPU's launch. The slide puts the upcoming i9 flagship against the AMD Ryzen 7950X3D, showing a small performance lead for Intel's new chip. HXL posted the slide (in Chinese) that is embargoed until October 16th. …

Corsair introduced its new flagship AIO liquid coolers. The new iCUE LINK LCD AIO cooler series is the latest addition to the iCUE LINK ecosystem, boasting a 2.1-inch customisable display, Corsair QX RGB fans, and a cableless appearance. The aesthetics are, according to Corsair, matched with strong cooling, which partly …

AMD has introduced a new monitoring GPU metric with its latest preview graphics drivers. Named System Lag, this new metric measures the delay between the production of frames in a game and the subsequent rendering of the same frame by the graphics card. CapFrameX noted the new metric is available …

The A580 has returned from the wilderness - is this Intel GPU worth buying?

A Starfield patch earlier this week aimed to improve the game's stability on Intel Arc graphics cards but Intel's latest driver update brings the biggest performance improvements yet. The new Intel Arc graphics driver delivers up to 149 percent more performance in Starfield at 1440p, and a 117 percent improvement …

Intel's public roadmap takes us up to Lunar Lake but after that, the company's plans are still a mystery. According to a new report, Intel's plans are now taking shape, pointing towards an Arrow Lake refresh, as well as the introduction of new Panther Lake and Nova Lake architectures.  In …

Alphacool has announced its new Apex Stealth fan. While most PC case fans ship with plastic shrouds, Alphacool has gone a step further with the Apex Stealth, offering a metal frame, along with a good assortment of colour options.  Unlike most fans on the market, the fan blades, motor, and …

The Meta Quest 3 has officially launched, bringing with it upgraded hardware for running VR games as well as an upgraded display, sensors and a new design that greatly improves ergonomics. At launch, the Quest 3 is priced at $499 but a cheaper bundle is already being planned.  Bloomberg reports …

The first Intel Core Ultra processors are on the way, with Intel planning to make the first SKUs available in mid-December. While we assumed that the high-end Core Ultra 9 chips would be made available at this time, new reports suggest that Intel's top-end Meteor Lake processors may not arrive until 2024. 

AMD has recently launched Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF), with the technology debuting with support for RX 7000 series graphics cards. Now, the company is expanding AFMF support to the Radeon RX 6000 series with the release of the Adrenalin Edition Preview Driver 23.30. This driver, which builds on the previous …

As you may know, the performance gap between the RTX 4090 and the RTX 4080 is quite considerable. There's plenty of space to add at least a new GPU between the two, improving the whole RTX 40 series lineup. Although Nvidia has yet to announce such a GPU, recent reports …

AMD launched its latest desktop APUs some time ago. As such, it should be nearly time for the red team to launch a new series. It seems that's indeed happening relatively soon, as the new AGESA 1080 firmware suggests. Support for the upcoming Phoenix Ryzen 7000G series for the AM5 …

A new slide has surfaced unveiling Intel’s long-forgotten Arc A580 GPU, accompanied by two custom models. Note, however, that the recently leaked slide suggests that Intel did indeed make some slight adjustments to the specifications, although these changes are relatively minor. Moreover, Nvidia plans to launch a new and slower …

Enermax introduces the LIQMAXFLO series, its first AIO CPU cooler with a VRM fan. Featuring Enermax's new Dual-Chamber Xtreme pump and the latest silent fans the company has released, the new coolers aim to deliver cool and quiet performance. The LIQMAXFLO series has intelligent PWM on its VRM fans, radiator …

A 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD for barely £50? Colour us intrigued

While the launch of Intel's Arc desktop GPUs wasn't perfect, Intel has impressed with driver updates in the months since, bringing consistent performance improvements. The latest Xe Graphics driver preps gamers for upcoming titles like Assassin's Creed Mirage and Forza Motorsport, while also providing performance improvements for a range of …

The DIY audience knows Arctic well from decades of excellent CPU cooler launches. Today, Arctic is launching something for the server and data centre crowd – the new Freezer 4U-M. The Arctic Freezer 4U-M is the successor to the Freezer 4U SP3. Offering multi-socket support for Intel and AMD processors, …

We may soon see AMD make some big announcements. As per the latest reports, the red team is planning to release its new Radeon RX 7900M flagship mobile GPU and the Threadripper Pro 7000 HEDT series in just two weeks, on October 19th. According to Wccftech, AMD is planning to …

EK has announced the release of the limited edition EK-Quantum Torsion A60 PC case. Designed specifically for liquid-cooled setups, it's made of CNC-milled aluminium and weighs around 22kg. Thanks to its custom-sleeved cable pathways and the integrated D5-powered distribution plate, the new EK-Quantum Torsion A60 chassis is the perfect starting …

The Sanctum 810 and Mesa 811 are the latest Unlimited Series cases from Azza. These one-of-a-kind cases offer a new take on the traditional chassis structure, with asymmetrical designs, large metal frames, various vents, and big glass panels. The metal frame and large glass enclosure of the Sanctum 810, combined …

It's a head to head battle between these two new big air coolers, but which one will win?