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Components
In-depth & dependable advice on all critical hardware components that make a gaming device tick—GPU, CPU, RAM, cooling, storage, power supplies, and so on.
Can my Nvidia GTX 770 Run 4K? What About With FSR?
Why are we talking about a 7 year old GPU anyway? Is GTX 770 still good?
7 Best 1080p@60 Video Cards in 2023
This is a guide for building a 1080p@60 gaming PC using one of the many suitable graphics cards. These recommendations are for a mid-range budget build.
Is DDR5 Memory Worth the Hype?
Don't be sold to bandwidth hype. DDR5 is an adopter’s premium. It's better to wait for more sensibly priced DDR5 RAM with lower latencies.
What is Boost Clock in Gaming? Why Does it Matter?
The boost clock speed is the manufacturer-recommended upper limit to which the GPU or CPU can automatically overclock when needed.
Nvidia RTX 3080 vs. AMD RX 6800 XT: Which GPU to Buy?
Both GPUs are top-of-the-line and provide excellent performance. Here's a lowdown on the pros & cons.
Nvidia & AMD GPU Guide: All GPUs (2018-23) Compared & MSRP
An overview of 53 graphics cards from 2018 to 2023, ending with RTX 4090 & RX 7900 XTX: Raw comparison.
Desktops
Hobby, passion, or necessity—Whatever desktop PC gaming is for you, we have the knowledge to make it rightfully glorious.
Water Cooling Block for RX 5700 XT
So, you’ve got a flashy new RX 5700 XT. Great. AMD video cards run hotter than Nvidia ones. Time to get some reliable, efficient, robust water cooling for this red, mean beast.
Water Cooling: PC Gamer’s Dictionary
This is a Spearblade resource that documents terminology related to water cooling. Use this for troubleshooting or general knowledge purposes.
Water Cooling Block for RTX 2080 Ti
The 2080 Ti is a rockstar. No wonder a lot of gamers still use one. The 30-series might have its bells and whistles, but the 2080 Ti is a true powerhouse. As such, it’s also a heat production machine. Is air cooling not sufficient for your needs? Well then, fret not. Let’s go over the water cooling blocks for RTX 2080 Ti that are properly tested to work wonders.
Is a Water Block Worth it? How Does it Help?
A water block is a simple device that cools your components (typically the processor and the GPU) using water, as compared to the traditional way of heatsink-based air cooling. It can be quite expensive if you go for an easy-to-install water cooling kit. Is it worth it?
What Does a CPU Water Block Do?
CPU water blocks are a more efficient way of cooling your processor. Especially good for gamers, they are a superior alternative to air cooling based on a heatsink. They’re also somewhat riskier. Let’s see what does a CPU water block do.
Water Cooling Block for RTX 3080
RTX 3080 is a powerful GPU. It’s perhaps the best or the second-best (after 3080 Ti). Managing temperatures on it can be quite the hassle with typical air cooling. Let’s see the options we have for water cooling it.
Video Games
The melting pot of games from all genres. True & to the point! Whether it’s the vast expanse of an open world or the bleeding edge of esports, we cover it.
Review of the Best Minecraft Shader Packs
There are so many beautiful Minecraft shaders to choose from. Here's a list of nine of the best ones.
Which is the Best Assassin’s Creed Game (Story-Wise)?
In this piece, we’ll try to find a suitable answer to an eon-long question. As far as the story is concerned, which is the best Assassin’s Creed game?
The Outer Worlds: Tips and Tricks for Beginners
Ahoy, new space adventurers! The Outer Worlds is a great and fun game. But if you’re new, you need some proper guidance to make the most of it.
Who is the Best Companion in The Outer Worlds?
Six Companions, all with their own views, alignments, Perks, Skills, and Special Abilities. You can only take two on an adventure. Who will be the best?
How to Design a Beautiful & Useful House in Minecraft?
Designing a house in Minecraft is a meticulous task, but pretty straightforward. Here's what you need to know!
How Good are Fossil Pokémon in Sword and Shield?
What are the Generation 8 fossil Pokémon and how good are they for battles?
Optimization
The world of software, drivers, OS, tools, third-party apps, etc. doesn’t need to overwhelm. We simplify so you can focus on your games and not what’s wrong.
How to Increase Bass on Windows 10?
We all know bass makes it "happen." Everybody likes things that make it "happen."
How to Reset Your Bluetooth Headphones?
Why are all Bluetooth headphones black? And more importantly, why mine won't work?
Noise-Canceling vs. Noise Isolating Headphones for Gaming
Noise forms the basis of everything today. We’re surrounded by technology that makes noise all the time. Whether...
Migrating Your Windows 10/11 to a new SSD [Free Method]
Migrate or clone Windows 10/11 from HDD to SSD without paid software or data loss.
AMD FidelityFX: How it can Change Gaming on low-end Hardware
Lower-end hardware can utilize FidelityFX technologies to improve the image quality while keeping the performance footprint low – effectively enabling it to render stunning visuals.
VSync: What is it? When do you Need It?
VSync stands for vertical sync. It’s a graphics technology used in games to improve performance in some cases. In other cases, however, VSync can instead be detrimental to your FPS.
Reviews
Good gamers deserve good games and excellent gaming hardware. That’s why our meticulous & finely calibrated reviews with actionable intelligence.
Gear
Gamer’s guide to keyboards, mice, headsets, tables, chairs, lighting, speakers, ambiance, and so much more. Professional peripherals & equipment analyses.
Laptops
Appraising gaming laptop hardware and performance professionally so you can make better buying, technical, and care decisions about your laptops.
Consoles+
PlayStation, Xbox, handheld consoles, and gaming smartphones—As long as it can help a single gamer, we are willing to cover a topic!
Monitors
Gaming displays and screens can be quite confusing. We decode the lingo and help you build a better understanding of monitors for gaming.