AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 11-03-2025 [ 0 comment(s) ]

AMD unveils their next 3D V-Cache based processor gracing the Ryzen 9 lineup. Enter the Ryzen 9 9950X3D CPU.

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PowerColor Hellhound Radeon RX 9070 Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 05-03-2025 [ 0 comment(s) ]

AMD's first RDNA 4 graphics card is finally here, under the guise of PowerColor Hellhound Radeon RX 9070. How will it shape up against NVIDIA's lineup?

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Tagged as: Powercolor, AMD_Graphics, AMD

GameMax GX-850 PRO ATX 3.1 PSU Review

Posted by: Michael Pabia on: 27-01-2025 [ 0 comment(s) ]

GameMax, an emerging PC hardware brand, offered their GameMax GX-850 PRO power supply unit to test featuring ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards. Available in black and white options with a fully modular cable design and an attractive price point, can it go up against the offerings from more popular brands in the market?

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MSI MPG Z890 Carbon WiFi Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 19-12-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

We take a detailed look at one of MSI's most popular models donning the Intel Z890 chipset. Can the MSI MPG Z890 Carbon WiFi impress? Let's find out!

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GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS MASTER Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 11-12-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Touted as GIGABYTE's premium offering under the Intel Z890 banner, the Z890 AORUS MASTER motherboard is up for review. Will it take the top spot?

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Super Flower LEADEX III GOLD ATX 3.1 850W PSU Review

Posted by: Michael Pabia on: 03-12-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The latest power supply units feature ATX 3.1 and PCIe 5.1 standards, with 12V-2x6 connectors that support the latest NVIDIA RTX graphics cards. Check out one of Super Flower's offerings - the LEADEX III GOLD ATX 3.1 Series PSUs.

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ASRock Z890 TAICHI Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 10-11-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

We take a look at what ASRock has to offer in the top-tier Intel Z890 motherboard, the renowned TAICHI. Should it be your top-pick for Intel Arrow Lake?

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AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 06-11-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Touting groundbreaking 3D V-Cache technology, the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D Processor is set to pave the way for a new standard in gaming performance.

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Intel Core Ultra 9 285K Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 24-10-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Intel strikes back with a new CPU architecture, socket and flagship processor for desktop PCs, but can Arrow Lake take the fight to Zen 5?

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GIGABYTE X870E AORUS Master Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 11-10-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Can the flagship launch X870E model from GIGABYTE stand up to the competition in the early adopter market?

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GIGABYTE X870 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 09-10-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

AMD's X870 chipset arrives as X870's slimmed down sibling, but can it hold a candle to the full-fat flagship when GIGABYTE's at the helm?

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MSI MPG X870E CARBON WIFI Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 30-09-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

In our AMD X870E chipset motherboard coverage, its the turn of MSI to show their hand, by way of the MPG X870E CARBON WIFI. Is it worth an investment?

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ASRock X870E Taichi Lite Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 30-09-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

In the spotlight today is a brand new AMD motherboard donning the X870E chipset. The X870E Taichi Lite is at the top of the mid-range, should it be considered for AMD 9000 Series?

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Lian Li HydroShift LCD 360S Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 28-08-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The next generation of Lian Li AIO CPU coolers has arrived, complete with pump-mounted IPS screen and new hose management features, but can we create as clean a build as the manufacturers suggest?

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Arctic Freezer 36 Black Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 22-08-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Arctic returns to the competitive air cooling market with the Freezer 36, a budget design available in multiple colourways with sharp lines and high expectations.

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AMD Ryzen 9 9950X and 9900X Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 14-08-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The fully unleashed Zen 5 CPUs have arrived, but can the new Ryzen 16-core flagship and its 12-core sibling usurp the crown held by their 7000-series antecedents?

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AMD Ryzen 5 9600X Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 07-08-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

AMD are finally launching the "Zen 5"-based Ryzen 9000-series, but will the Ryzen 5 9600X prove to be the mid-range scrapper it's billed as?

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Tagged as: AMD, Ryzen, Zen 5, Ryzen 9000-series

Cyberpower PC Ultra 55 (2024) Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 24-07-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Cyberpower PC have put together a budget configuration of their Ultra 55 Series, but is this <£800 system a compromise too far?

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TEAM GROUP T-FORCE Z44A5 2TB NVMe SSD Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 28-05-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Sitting in the mainstream sweetspot and boasting PCIe Gen4 support, Team Group's M.2 NVMe drive teases a tempting set of specs in this SSD review.

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ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III 240 A-RGB White Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 01-03-2024 [ 0 comment(s) ]

ARCTIC's Liquid Freezer CPU cooling solutions reach their 3rd generation with new fans and augmented VRM cooling; it's time we took their 240mm model out for a spin.

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ThunderX3 CORE Gaming Chair Review

Posted by: Matthew Hodgson on: 30-11-2023 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Sporting 6 distinct ways of tuning your comfort, several different styles and colours, a footrest and advanced neck cushion and a whole lot more, the CORE gaming chair certainly seems to talk the talk, but can it walk the walk? Let's see.

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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Review

Posted by: Matthew Hodgson on: 14-11-2023 [ 0 comment(s) ]

With 360° Spatial Audio, a re-engineered GameDAC, 96KHz/24-bit audio, AI-powered noise cancelling microphone and much more, the Arctis Nova Pro from SteelSeries seems to have what it takes, but, does it?

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ASRock B650E Taichi Lite Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 19-09-2023 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Boasting minimalist aesthetics, Taichi Lite brings affordability to ASRock's B650E motherboard lineup by triming out some key features like RGB lighting.

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KIOXIA EXCERIA PRO Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 30-08-2023 [ 0 comment(s) ]

A PCIe 4.0 Solid State Drive which uses NVMe 1.4 technology and which promises to excel in all storage solution areas!

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Cyberpower PC Ultra 55 4T Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 07-08-2023 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Transitioning to PC for the plethora of Summer 2023 gaming experiences, or looking for a system when you return to education this September? If so, this £1000 system should more than pique your interest!

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Tagged as: Cyberpower PC, CyberPowerPC, Cyberpower