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ASUS ROG Crosshair VIII Formula X570 Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 26/06/2019
We're bringing you first looks at all the new X570 motherboards in anticipation of the full reviews in July, and next up is the Crosshair VIII Formula.
Gigabyte X570 Aorus Pro Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 25/06/2019
Next in our look at all the upcoming X570 motherboards is the Gigabyte Aorus Pro, ready for Ryzen 3 and complete with PCI Express 4.0.
Gigabyte X570 Aorus Master Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 25/06/2019
The 3rd Generation Ryzen CPUs are almost upon us, and they bring the X570 chipset with them and all it's PCI Express 4.0 glory. Time for a preview.
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Corsair reveals their XENEON 27QHD240 OLED gaming monitor
CPU & Mainboard | 24/03/2023
This monitor will become available in May.
ASUS releases beta AMD X670 and B650 BIOS updates to enable 24/48GB DRAM support
CPU & Mainboard | 18/03/2023
Expect official BIOS updates in the near future.
Intel's Xeon W9-3495X consumes almost 1900 Watts during heavy overclocking session
CPU & Mainboard | 17/03/2023
Crazy 5.5 GHz clock speeds over 56 CPU cores.
ASUS showcases 192GB RAM support on their ROG Strix X670E Gaming Motherboard
CPU & Mainboard | 16/03/2023
AMD's latest AGESA update is allowing AM5 users to utilise a tonne of DRAM.
MSI MPG Z390 Gaming Carbon Pro AC Review
CPU & Mainboard | 30/05/2019
The MSI MPG Z390 Gaming Carbon Pro AC is priced in the middle of the MSI Z390 range. Does it have enough to challenge their flagship models?
MSI MPG Z390 Gaming Edge AC Review
CPU & Mainboard | 28/05/2019
The third in our MSI triumvirate is the Gaming Edge AC, with fast wireless, Mystic Lighting and plenty of connectivity options.
MSI MAG Z390 Tomahawk Review
CPU & Mainboard | 23/05/2019
We have three models from the MSI Z390 range in for review, and first up is the most affordable option in the form of the Tomahawk.
ASUS X399 ROG Zenith Extreme Alpha Review
CPU & Mainboard | 23/04/2019
Is the Zenith Extreme Alpha ready for Threadripper 3 and 48 possible cores...?
ASUS X299 Rampage VI Extreme Omega Review
CPU & Mainboard | 20/03/2019
The updated Rampage VI Extreme Omega comes with incredible VRM cooling, and of course we had to put it through our test suite.
ASUS Rampage VI Extreme Omega Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 17/02/2019
If you felt the Rampage VI Extreme wasn't extreme enough, enter the Rampage VI Extreme Omega with beefed up power and a few other tweaks.
ASUS X399 ROG Zenith Extreme Alpha Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 16/02/2019
If the ROG Zenith Extreme didn't quite have enough over the top overclocking capability for your taste, maybe the Zenith Extreme Alpha will sate you.
ASUS ROG Z390 Maximus XI Gene Review
CPU & Mainboard | 27/01/2019
If you need a smaller form factor than the full-ATX then the ASUS Maximus XI Gene fits the bill. We put it to the test and find out how it performs.
Gigabyte Z390 Aorus Pro Review
CPU & Mainboard | 15/01/2019
The Gigabyte Aorus range has often blown us away with its looks, but needed a little bit of fine tuning in the performance department. Does the Z390 Pro break the mould?
ASUS X299 Prime Deluxe II Review
CPU & Mainboard | 02/01/2019
The excellent ASUS Prime has a new version in the form of the Prime Deluxe II, so naturally we put it through our tests.
ASUS WS Z390 Pro Review
CPU & Mainboard | 10/12/2018
The ASUS Workstation range has long been the solid choice for those who don't want the showy aspects of a gaming motherboard, and we take the WS Pro for a test drive.
Intel i5 9600K and i7 9700K Review
CPU & Mainboard | 07/12/2018
If you're interested in the 9th Generation of Intel CPUs but don't want the expense of hyper-threading then the i5 and i7 might be just the ticket.
Intel Core i9 9980XE 18 Core CPU Review
CPU & Mainboard | 02/12/2018
As we head towards Christmas what better use of your hefty bonus than buying yourself the flagship Intel CPU? Is it worth the investment?
AMD Ryzen 2nd Generation Threadripper 2920X and 2970WX Review
CPU & Mainboard | 29/10/2018
If the 2nd Generation of Ryzen Threadripper CPUs piqued your interest but you wanted more cores, or fewer, then the 2920X and 2970WX should be on your shortlist.
ASUS ROG Z390 Maximus XI Hero Review
CPU & Mainboard | 26/10/2018
After the insanity of launch day it's time to take a look at the most affordable option in the ASUS ROG Maximus XI range, the Hero.
ASUS ROG Z390 Maximus XI Formula Review
CPU & Mainboard | 19/10/2018
The Formula is unique amongst the Maximus XI range as it has a full armour covering. We see how it compares against the other Z390 motherboards.
MSI Z390 MEG Ace Review
CPU & Mainboard | 19/10/2018
The final motherboard in today's big look at the new Intel Z390 chipset comes in the form of the MSI Z390 MEG Ace. How does it do?
ASUS ROG Z390 Maximus XI Extreme Review
CPU & Mainboard | 19/10/2018
Like moths to a flame when a new flagship Maximus motherboard is released, all eyes turn towards it. Does the Maximus XI Extreme stand proud in the spotlight?
ASUS confirms that their W790 PRO motherboards will support ECC DDR5-6800 memory speeds
CPU & Mainboard | 16/03/2023
ASUS' new workstation motherboards support crazy memory speeds.
AMD claims up to 24% advantage over Intel's i9-13900K with their Ryzen 7 7800X3D
CPU & Mainboard | 11/03/2023
AMD has also promised healthy performance gains with over the Ryzen 7 5800X3D.
AMD prepares AGESA 1.0.0.7 firmware updates to add 24GB and 48GB DDR5 support to AM5
CPU & Mainboard | 09/03/2023
24/48GB DIMMs not working with Ryzen? AMD's working to fix that.
Is this the future of motherboards? ASUS' "Back To (the) Future" could be a gamechanger
CPU & Mainboard | 09/03/2023
The TUF GAMINGB760M-BTF WIFI D4 is ready to change the industry.
Intel's Hybrid CPUs are still causing issues with legacy games
CPU & Mainboard | 08/03/2023
Alder Lake and Raptor Lake users are running into issues in older Total War games.
Leaked AMD review guide reveals AMD's Ryzen 9 7950X3D's gaming performance
CPU & Mainboard | 24/02/2023
A strange game selection, but impressive numbers.
Gigabyte claims a "up to 50%" boost with AMD's Ryzen 7000X3D CPUs thanks to V-Cache
CPU & Mainboard | 24/02/2023
Big caches can deliver big benefits.
Intel's Xeon-W "Sapphire Rapids" Workstation CPU lineup leak
CPU & Mainboard | 15/02/2023
Is this enough for Intel to defeat AMD's Threadripper PRO lineup?
Zen 5 looks impressive in early leaks - 22-30% ST Gains!
CPU & Mainboard | 10/02/2023
Zen 4 is coming in 2024.
Intel appears to be prepping a budget gaming champion, the i5-13490F
CPU & Mainboard | 06/02/2023
Let's hope that this CPU isn't China-only.
Intel's launch new Xeon W processors on February 15th
CPU & Mainboard | 06/02/2023
Intel has an answer to AMD's Threadripper lineup.
AMD expects cheaper B650 AM5 motherboards to become available this quarter
CPU & Mainboard | 04/02/2023
Great news for AMD's Ryzen 7000 series.
Redditor uses a 4kg chunk of copper to cool an i9 processor
CPU & Mainboard | 03/02/2023
This clump of metal can cool an i9 to around 80-degrees under load.
AMD reveals the pricing and release date of their enhanced Ryzen 7000X3D processors
CPU & Mainboard | 01/02/2023
V-Cache has come to Zen 4.
AMD's Ryzen 5000 series prices drop further in the UK
CPU & Mainboard | 28/01/2023
Is now the time to upgrade your AM4 PC?
Intel confirms that Meteor Lake is launching this year
CPU & Mainboard | 27/01/2023
Will Meteor Lake be coming to desktop?
AMD's now giving away Star Wars Jedi: Survivor with Ryzen 7000 CPUs
CPU & Mainboard | 24/01/2023
This offer is available until April 1st.
AMD comments on Ryzen 7000 X3D overclocking
CPU & Mainboard | 24/01/2023
Precision Boost Overdrive and Curve Optimiser will be available for tweakers.
AMD website claims that their Ryzen 7000 X3D processors are 'unlocked for overclocking'
CPU & Mainboard | 23/01/2023
It looks like AMD's new X3D processors will be overclockable.
AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D is now available for £335 in the UK
CPU & Mainboard | 17/01/2023
AMD's best AM4 gaming processor's price has fallen.
Intel launches Limited Edition i9-13900KS CPU for £689.99
CPU & Mainboard | 12/01/2023
Intel now has a faster Raptor Lake flagship.
AMD unconfirms Ryzen 7000 X3D's release date - Gaming Heartbreak
CPU & Mainboard | 12/01/2023
Gamers won't be getting a valentine's gift after all.
6GHz out of the box - Intel Teases their i9-13900KS processor
CPU & Mainboard | 11/01/2023
6GHz without overclocking!
AMD reveals Ryzen 7000 X3D's release date - Zen 4 with a Gaming Boost
CPU & Mainboard | 11/01/2023
AMD's releasing their fastest gaming processor next month.
AMD's now giving away Company of Heroes 3 with Ryzen 5000 series CPUs
CPU & Mainboard | 10/01/2023
Zen 3 still offers a lot of gaming value, and AMD's adding to that.
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