AMD A8-7650K Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 13-03-2015 [ 0 comment(s) ]

AMD add a new unlocked APU to their Kaveri family, representing great value mainstream computing with all the goodness of hUMA and HSA computing.

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Catalyst Omega - A Closer Look

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 18-12-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

To accompany our earlier article we take a look at AMD's latest driver package, featuring performance improvements and Virtual Super Resolution.

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SAPPHIRE DUAL-X OC R9-285 Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 07-09-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

In our first look at the AMD R9-285, in the guise of an overclocked sapphire version, we pitch it against both the R9-280 it replaces and the NVIDIA GTX760.

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AMD FX-8370e Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 05-09-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

AMD stay active by refreshing their current stable of FX-Series processors, we see price cuts and an introduction of low power variants, could you be tempted?

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XFX Type-01 Bravo Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 22-08-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

XFX unveil their first computer chassis under the Type-01 Series. Bravo Edition follows a unique design which caters for the ATX form factor.

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GAMDIAS HEPHAESTUS Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 13-08-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

GAMDIAS mix up some classical innovation with some gaming 'know how' to forge the HEPHAESTUS gaming headset. Will the Gods be pleased?

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Sapphire Tri-X R9-290X Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 12-08-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The Sapphire Tri-X R9-290X features 1GHz of graphics processing power. Will that be enough to top our performance charts though? Let's find out...

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AMD Eyefinity Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 11-08-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

AMD have worked tirelessly to allow multiple monitor Eyefinity configurations for your gaming pleasure allowing you to work smarter and frag more!

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AMD Athlon 5350 Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 10-07-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Hoping to redefine the entry level market with the upgradable AM1 platform, we take a look at AMDs latest low power APU based on the Kabini core, the Athlon 5350.

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XFX R9-280 Black Edition OC Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 15-06-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The AMD R9-280 looks to wrench the mid-range performance crown from NVIDIA. We put XFX's OC Black Edition to the test and pitch it against NVIDIA's GTX760...

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AMD A10 7850K + Dual Graphics Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 31-05-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Introducing HSA features, AMD's APUs can boost user experiences by tapping into the power of the GPGPU, let's see how much difference it can make.

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ASUS R9 290 DirectCU II OC Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 04-02-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

With a modest factory overclock and DirectCU II cooling, we take a look at the ASUS R9 290 Direct CU II OC. A card for the masses or one to be missed?

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AMD Richland A10-6790K Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 29-01-2014 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Take a look at AMD's last Hurrah of the Richland APUs, the A10-6790K, competing directly against the Intel Haswell i5-4430 and its HD 4600 iGPU.

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HIS R9 280X IceQ x2 Turbo Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 22-12-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

With silent yet powerful IceQ x2 cooling and a factory overclock, HIS unleash their interpretation of AMD's R9 280X. Read on to see how it fares...

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GIGABYTE R9 280X WindForce 3X OC Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 08-12-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

On a budget but want a powerful graphics card? GV-R928XOC-3GD may suit your pocket with top drawer performance but half the price of flagship graphics cards...

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GAMDIAS Zeus Esports Edition Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 04-12-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Following the success of the Hermes, can GAMDIAS hit this high-end gaming mouse with 8200dpi laser sensor, on-board profiles and macros out of the park?

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HIS R9 270X IceQ x2 Turbo Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 17-11-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Looking for a custom cooled, value for money mid-range GPU? Look no further than the factory overclocked HIS R9 270X IceQ x2 Turbo...

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GIGABYTE R9 270X Windforce 3X Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 10-11-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The mid range 270X series benefits from a factory overclock and GIGABYTE's Windforce cooler. See how it stacks up against a batch of mid-range graphics cards...

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GAMDIAS Hermes Ultimate Review

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 04-11-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

This new mechanical keyboard from relative newcomers GAMDIAS includes a patented switch dampening technology intended for faster, quieter operation.

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AMD RADEON R9 290X Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 24-10-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The wait is over. Have AMD unleashed the TITAN killer everyone is hoping for? Find out as put the AMD R9 290X against the best NVIDIA have to offer...

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ASUS R9 280X DirectCU II TOP Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 10-10-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Direct from ASUS we get to sample a retail version of the new R9 280X complete with ASUS' DirectCU II cooling. How does is fair against the competition?

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AMD RADEON R9 270X Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 08-10-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Will the R9 270X strike the perfect balance between performance and value for money? We pitch it against the best value cards on the market today.

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AMD Richland A10-6800K Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 27-08-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Today we look at AMD's refreshed flagship for the FM2 platform, the A10-6800K APU. As part of the new 'Elite' branding, can we expect elite performance?

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Club 3D HD7970 royalAce Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 05-06-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Today we take a look at the royalAce, a super overclocked, custom cooled HD7970 graphics card from Club 3D. Can it fend off the latest cards from NVIDIA?

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HIS HD 7850 IceQ X Review

Posted by: Richard Weatherstone on: 24-05-2013 [ 0 comment(s) ]

We take a look back at the HIS HD7850 IceQ X 1GB GDDR5 and compare to today's entry level graphics cards. If silence is important, this could be just the ticket.

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