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MSI MAG B550M Mortar Review
CPU & Mainboard | 16/06/2020
If an ITX is too small for you, but an ATX requires too much case, the mATX MSI MAG Mortar should be the very motherboard for you.
MSI MAG B550 Tomahawk Review
CPU & Mainboard | 16/06/2020
The MSI MAG B550 Tomahawk is one of the most affordable B550 motherboards we have on test. Let's find out how well it performs.
ASUS ROG Strix B550-F Gaming WiFi and Strix-E Review
CPU & Mainboard | 16/06/2020
The Strix range has always been hugely popular and we have both the B550-F and B550-E to review. Let's find out what's the difference between the two.
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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?
Gigabyte B550I Aorus Pro AX ITX Review
CPU & Mainboard | 16/06/2020
If you prefer your form factor on the ITX side of things the Gigabyte B550I Aorus Pro AX might be right up your street.
Gigabyte B550 Aorus Pro Review
CPU & Mainboard | 16/06/2020
As well as the Aorus Master and the ITX Aorus Pro, we have the ATX version of the Gigabyte B550 Aorus Pro for review.
Gigabyte B550 Aorus Master Review
CPU & Mainboard | 16/06/2020
Finally it's launch day and one of three Gigabyte B550 Motherboards we're looking at today, the Master.
ASUS ProArt Creator 10G Review
CPU & Mainboard | 10/06/2020
We thought ProArt was the name of ASUS monitor range, but here it is on a Z490 Creator motherboard. Let's test it out.
ASUS B550 Strix-E and Strix-F Comparison Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 05/06/2020
Normally the Strix-E and Strix-F are surprisingly similar, but in the B550 format there are a few differences. We take a look at what changes between each PCB.
MSI MAG B550M Mortar Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 03/06/2020
One of the main reasons people buy the middle chipset is to get a smaller board, and the MSI B550M Mortar might be the very thing for you.
Gigabyte B550 Aorus Master Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 03/06/2020
The 3rd Gen Ryzen CPUs have proven a huge success, and if you want to get on board the train without blowing your budget on a X570 motherboard, how about a B550?
Gigabyte B550 Aorus Pro Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 03/06/2020
With PCI Express 4.0 and support for Ryzen 3 CPUs the B550 chipset might be the killer product we've been waiting for.
ASUS Z490-Plus WiFi TUF Gaming Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 02/06/2020
Continuing our attempt to preview every Z490 motherboard soon to be launched, it's the turn of the ASUS TUF Plus.
MSI MEG Z490 Unify Review
CPU & Mainboard | 01/06/2020
Have you grown tired of an RGB world? Do you long for the days when motherboards had a unity of purpose? The MEG Unify might be right up your alley.
ASUS Prime Z490-A Review
CPU & Mainboard | 30/05/2020
Away from their famous Republic of Gamers brand, ASUS still provide motherboards for those who want something more middle-of-the-road, price wise.
MSI MPG Z490 Carbon Gaming WiFi Review
CPU & Mainboard | 27/05/2020
Z490 launch day is finally here, and we can bring you a full review at last. Let's see what the MSI Z490 Carbon brings to the party.
ASUS ROG Strix Z490-E Gaming Review
CPU & Mainboard | 27/05/2020
The Strix range is unbelievably popular, so naturally with the 10th Gen Intel CPU on hand we had to plug it in and find out how the Strix Z490-E performs.
Gigabyte Z490 Aorus Xtreme Review
CPU & Mainboard | 27/05/2020
In keeping with the "all flagship motherboards" theme of our Z490 launch reviews, the Gigabyte Aorus Xtreme is in the bench system and ready for action.
ASUS ROG Maximus XII Extreme Review
CPU & Mainboard | 27/05/2020
The flagship ASUS motherboard is always a massive seller since the famous Rampage II. We look at the latest in the Maximus range, the Z490 Maximus XII Extreme.
MSI MEG Z490 Godlike Review
CPU & Mainboard | 27/05/2020
The MSI Godlike range has really pushed what can be done with a motherboard, so naturally we were curious as to whether the Z490 continues the trend. Let's find out.
Intel Core i5 10600K and Core i9 10900K Review
CPU & Mainboard | 20/05/2020
Finally it's launch day for the 10th Generation of Intel CPUs, and we have the 6C/12T i5-10600K and 10C/20T i9-10900K to show you.
ASUS ROG Maximus XII Apex Preview
CPU & Mainboard | 20/05/2020
Continuing our look at a wealth of Z490 options, it's time to see the unique design of the Maximus XII Apex.
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.
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.
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