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NZXT N7 and N5 Z690 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 02/06/2022
NZXT have expanded their motherboard range with two that support the latest Intel chipset and 12th Gen Processors. We take them for a spin.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D vs Ryzen 7 5800X
CPU & Mainboard | 01/05/2022
The Ryzen 7 5800X3D is based upon the regular Ryzen 7 5800X, and with both on hand we wanted to put them head to head.
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D Review
CPU & Mainboard | 15/04/2022
AMD have take a new approach to CPU design with the 5800X3D, aimed solely at gamers. Is it a success?
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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.
Intel Core i9-12900KS Review
CPU & Mainboard | 13/04/2022
If the Core i9-12900K wasn't quite fast enough for you then the newest addition at the top of the 12th Gen Intel range might be just the ticket.
ASUS Strix B660-A Gaming WiFi D4 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 23/03/2022
If you're looking for an affordable gaming platform the B660 range ticks a lot of boxes.
ASUS Strix Z690-I Gaming WiFi ITX Motherboard Review
CPU & Mainboard | 25/02/2022
The newest ITX motherboard in the Strix range is taking stacking to new, ahem, heights. We test it out.
Gigabyte Z690 Aorus Pro Review
CPU & Mainboard | 18/02/2022
If you fancy a more affordable Z690 model that still has the Gigabyte Aorus branding, the Pro might be the one for you.
Intel 12th Gen Core i3 12100 and i3 12300 Review
CPU & Mainboard | 23/01/2022
If you want a cheap quad core processor to power your system we've got the two 12th Generation Intel Core i3 processors on hand. How do they fare?
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.
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?
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.
AMD's Ryzen 7000 series recieved deep UK price cuts
CPU & Mainboard | 21/11/2022
AMD's Zen 4 CPUs have gotten a lot more appealing.
New leaks hint at upcoming 96-core Zen 4 Threadripper 7000 series CPUs
CPU & Mainboard | 18/11/2022
Expect to see higher core count Threadripper CPUs next year.
Cheaper Ryzen 7000 series CPUs are coming? Ryzen 7000 non-X CPU specs and pricing leak
CPU & Mainboard | 17/11/2022
It looks like AMD's CPU pricing will get a lot better in 2023.
A 12-core Ryzen 9 7845HX mobile processor has been spotted - More cores for future laptops
CPU & Mainboard | 15/11/2022
Is a 16-core Ryzen mobile CPU on the cards?
Intel's reportedly planning a "Raptor Lake Refresh" in 2023 to rival Ryzen 7000X3D
CPU & Mainboard | 14/11/2022
Intel's Meteor Lake processors are reportedly delayed until 2024.
AMD launches its 4th Generation EPYC processors with up to 96 Zen 4 cores
CPU & Mainboard | 10/11/2022
AMD's promising customers insane performance uplifts, especially when compared with Intel.
Watch AMD's EPYC Genoa Reveal Here
CPU & Mainboard | 10/11/2022
AMD's ready to reveal their next-generation datacenter CPUs.
Gotta Go Fast - ASRock launches an officially licensed Sonic the Hedgehog motherboard
CPU & Mainboard | 07/11/2022
Meet the Phantom Gaming 790 PG SONIC.
Lower thermals and higher performance - ASUS' exclusive Ryzen 7000 series boost enhancement is no joke
CPU & Mainboard | 03/11/2022
Lower thermals and more performance or even lower thermals with a monitor performance drop.
Intel's launching its "Sapphire Rapids" Xeon processors in January 2023
CPU & Mainboard | 02/11/2022
Sapphire Rapids will launch after AMD's Genoa processors.
AMD's Ryzen 5000 series CPU prices are dropping in the UK
CPU & Mainboard | 31/10/2022
Is now a great time to upgrade to a new AM4 processor?
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