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Intel Core i5-12400F DDR4 vs DDR5 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 04/01/2022
The Intel Core i5-12400F six core CPU is here, and thanks to MSI we have identical B660 motherboards to test the DDR4/DDR5 difference.
ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Formula Review
CPU & Mainboard | 22/12/2021
If you want a white motherboard with all the trimmings then the ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Formula might be the very one for you.
ASUS ROG Strix X570-E Gaming II WiFi Review
CPU & Mainboard | 09/12/2021
Following our preview of the Strix X570-E Gaming II it's time to give it the once over with our test system and find out how it performs.
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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.
ASUS ROG Strix X570-E Gaming II WiFi Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 08/12/2021
ASUS have released an updated model of their X570 based Strix, in the form of the Strix X570-E Gaming WiFi II. Let's take a look.
MSI MAG Z690 Tomahawk Review
CPU & Mainboard | 07/12/2021
There are DDR4 and DDR5 versions of MSI's affordable Tomahawk motherboard available, and we've got the DDR5 model for review today.
ASUS ROG Z690 Strix-A D4 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 04/12/2021
If you want an Alder Lake motherboard that is both white, but supports the more affordable DDR4, then the Strix-A might be the very thing.
Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Xtreme Review
CPU & Mainboard | 28/11/2021
The flagship model in the Gigabyte range, the Aorus Xtreme promises much. Does it deliver?
ASUS ProArt X570-Creator WiFi Review
CPU & Mainboard | 24/11/2021
The ASUS ProArt Creator range is aimed squarely at those of you who demand great networking and reliable performance.
ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero Review
CPU & Mainboard | 11/11/2021
With the prices available the Maximus Hero is even more impressive than we initially believed, so naturally we wanted to give it it's own spotlight.
Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Master Review
CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021
The Gigabyte Aorus range of products have revitalised the company. Does the Z690 Aorus Master continue their upward trend?
ASUS ROG Strix Z690-E Gaming WiFi Review
CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021
The ASUS Strix range is famously high selling and the model that the majority of people will have on their short list when deciding on their next purchase. Is the Z690 worthy?
MSI MEG Z690 Unify Review
CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021
Continuing our abundant selection of Z690 reviews we move on to the heavy hitter of the MSI range, the MEG Unify.
MSI MAG Z690 Carbon WiFi Review
CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021
The MSI Carbon range of motherboards has provided good looks and great performance at an affordable price point for a long while. Is the new Z690 motherboard as successful?
Intel 12th Gen DDR4 vs DDR5 With ASUS Z690 Plus TUF Gaming D4
CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021
The Z690 chipset supports both DDR4 and DDR5. With the Core i9 and Core i5 on hand and the ASUS Z690-Plus TUF Gaming D4 we compare the memory options.
Intel Core i5 12600K and Core i9 12900K With ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero Review
CPU & Mainboard | 04/11/2021
The 12th Generation Intel CPUs are finally here, promising massive improvements over the disappointing 11th Gen. Let's find out how good they, and the ASUS ROG Maximus Z690 Hero are.
Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Master Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021
The last of our Z690 previews for today is the Gigabyte Aorus Master. A fully featured motherboard with all the Aorus trademarks. Let's take a look.
ASUS TUF Gaming Z690-Plus WiFi D4 Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021
If you want the 12th Gen Intel processors and PCIe 5.0 but don't want to give up your DDR4, perhaps the ASUS TUF is the motherboard for you.
ASUS ROG Z690 Maximus Hero Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021
If you want an ASUS ROG Maximus motherboard but want a black one instead of the white Formula then the Hero is the one for you. We take a look.
MSI MEG Z690 Unify Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021
Having looked at the MSI MAG Carbon it's time to preview its big brother the MSI MEG Z690 Unify. A serious piece of kit as you'll soon see.
MSI MAG Z690 Carbon WiFi Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021
The Z690 motherboard previews are coming thick and fast today, and the MSI MAG Carbon is next up. Does it continue the good showing of previous Carbon models?
ASUS ROG Strix Z690-E Gaming WiFi Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 27/10/2021
The Strix range is wildly popular, and with Alder Lake on the horizon and the new Z690 chipset we see no reason why those massive sales figures won't continue. Join us for a preview.
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.
AMD reveals their Instinct MI300 CDNA 3 Mega APU at CES 2023
CPU & Mainboard | 05/01/2023
Up to 24 cores, 128GB of HBM3, and 146 billion transistors.
AMD claims gaming dominance with their three new Ryzen 7000X3D CPUs
CPU & Mainboard | 05/01/2023
3D V-Cache to the rescue.
Intel brings 13th Gen to the mainstream market with their Expanded Raptor Lake lineup
CPU & Mainboard | 03/01/2023
Intel's given the mainstream CPU market a major shakeup.
SuperMicro's Next-Gen X13SWA-TF W790 Xeon/HEDT motherboard has been showcased up close
CPU & Mainboard | 02/01/2023
Intel's returning to the HEDT market
AMD's Ryzen 7000 non-X series presentation leaks - Pricing and Specs confirmed
CPU & Mainboard | 28/12/2022
AMD has new Ryzen 7000 series CPUs on the horizon.
AMD reportedly plans to launch Threadripper 7000 processors in 2023 in two forms
CPU & Mainboard | 20/12/2022
It looks like Threadripper and Threadripper Pro will return in 2023.
AMD's Ryzen 7000 non-X CPU specifications and prices leak - Lower pricing, heatsinks included
CPU & Mainboard | 19/12/2022
AMD's Non-X Ryzen CPUs offer more value and lower TDPs.
AMD's Enhanced Ryzen 9 7950X3D is reportedly up to 33% faster than Intel's i9-13900K in games
CPU & Mainboard | 08/12/2022
V-Cache is coming to Zen 4, and it could make AMD the king of games.
Coming Soon - Intel teases Sapphire Rapids workstation processors
CPU & Mainboard | 08/12/2022
Intel's finally re-entering the HEDT market, and Sapphire Rapids aims to impress.
Aqua Computer's AM5 Sealing Frame is an excellent product for Ryzen 7000 users
CPU & Mainboard | 06/12/2022
If you plan to use liquid metal TIM, this seal is a must-buy!
AMD's Ryzen 7 5800X3D is now AMD's best-selling processor, and demand is outstripping supply
CPU & Mainboard | 05/12/2022
Demand is outstripping supply, forcing X3D pricing upwards.
AMD Ryzen 9 7900 and Ryzen 7 7700 non-X CPUs have been spotted at a French retailer
CPU & Mainboard | 29/11/2022
Are cheaper Ryzen 7000 series CPUs on the horizon?
SuperMicro's W790 HEDT Sapphire Rapids motherboard has been pictured
CPU & Mainboard | 29/11/2022
Is this platform Intel's answer to Threadripper?
Gigabyte brings its "Instant 6GHz" feature to their Intel Z690 motherboards
CPU & Mainboard | 29/11/2022
Gigabyte can give your Intel Core i9-13900K and Core i7-13700K a 6GHz boost
AMD's Ryzen 7000 series price cuts deepen in the UK - Ryzen 9 7950X for £599.99
CPU & Mainboard | 23/11/2022
The Ryzen 9 7950X has recieved a £170 price cut.
PCIe 5.0, the feature you don't need... yet
CPU & Mainboard | 22/11/2022
With both the RTX 4090 and RX 7900 XTX lacking PCIe 5.0, what's the point in paying for it?
Making a cheap Ryzen 7000 system - CPU, motherboard, and DRAM prices have dropped
CPU & Mainboard | 21/11/2022
AMD's AM5 platform has become much more appealing.
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