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Get Hype! AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Has Officially Landed
If, like us, you’ve been patiently counting down the days until AMD Ryzen 7000 CPUs are finally available, rejoice. That day is here. Since the first tantalising drips of information at the end of August, we have been waiting with bated breath to get our hands on these cutting-edge processors. Now we can enjoy the high-speed performance of Zen 4 architecture on a 5nm CPU in our own gaming PCs. The CPUs As we know from the previous announcement, there are four Ryzen processors launching…
Is the Intel Core i9-12900HX the Fastest Laptop CPU in the Alder Lake Series?
Get ready to experience powerful AAA gaming on the go with the Intel Core i9 12900HX CPU. Announced in January 2022, this flagship mobile processor comes fully equipped with exceptional performance and intelligent features to elevate your gaming experience. The Intel Alder Lake Series: Each CPU in the latest Intel Alder Lake series has been expertly crafted to deliver peak performance in gaming, content creation, and so much more! Intel Alder Lake CPUs come with a combination of two different types of cores. P…
Big News! AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Is Coming This Month
On August 30th, AMD’s Dr Lisa Su took to the stage to announce some big news. AMD Ryzen 7000 Series CPUs are on their way. We have watched, rewatched, and hung onto every word she and her colleagues said. I can tell you that the team here at Overclockers UK is hecking excited for this next generation of desktop processors. So, here are our highlights from this incredible update. Which Ryzen 7000 CPUs are Launching? Let’s get right to the best part: The upcoming products. Kicking…
Ray-Tracing: Five Games to Make Your PC Sweat
One of the stand-out features of the NVIDIA RTX 30 and 40 Series graphics cards is real-time ray-tracing. More and more games are integrating this technology, which is great news for us but perhaps not for some of your gaming hardware. Whilst ray tracing creates enhances your graphics, it can take its toll on your gaming PC. Today, we’re looking at five games that really push your PC when ray-tracing is enabled. We will also suggest the hardware you need to keep up with the…
This Is How You Can Achieve the Best Airflow for Your Case
Has your gaming PC been running a little hot lately? Understandable. More than likely, you’re wondering how you could optimise your case’s airflow? After all, doing so would unlock the best possible thermal performance for your precious hardware. Here’s the little spoiler; there is no perfect solution. There are, however, different configurations you can try based on your case and hardware. We’re going to talk you through each of those in turn. Soon, you’ll know everything you need to get the best airflow for your…
Ryzen 7000: Everything We Know About AMD’s New Generation of CPU
AMD has been on quite the journey over the last five years with their Ryzen line. Now, Team Red is set to launch the 7000 series in 2022. Promising significant performance improvements, new features via Zen 4 micro architecture, and the AM5 platform for motherboards. It has all the potential on paper to be one of the best gaming CPUs available. Let’s dive into everything we know about the AMD Ryzen 7000 to see why that’s possible. Ryzen 7000 Series Features and Highlights We may…
What are the Best Cooling Solutions for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3D CPU?
After the release of AMD’s successful flagship CPU, many are now looking to upgrade and harness the power of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3D. Before you upgrade, you need to ensure that your PC is fully equipped with all the cooling power it needs to achieve maximum performance with this brand-new processor. Thankfully, Overclockers UK is here to tell you the best cooling solutions for the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X CPU. What is the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3D CPU? The latest innovation in…
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3D CPU: Next Generation 3D V-Cache Gaming Technology
After the release of AMD’s flagship CPU, the Ryzen 7 5800X 3D, Overclockers UK is here to tell you everything there is to know about this brand-new processor and AMD’s innovative 3D V-Cache technology. A Gaming Flagship CPU: The all-new AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3D CPU is the latest innovation in gaming and PC hardware. Considered the latest gaming flagship, the 5800X 3D expands on the 5800X by introducing 3D V-Cache technology, along with Zen 3 architecture. Key Features of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D: …
Intel vs AMD: Which CPU Should You Choose?
AMD. Intel. Ryzen? Alder Lake! Let's face it, CPUs are heckin’ confusing. We're breaking down everything you need to know to make an informed decision. Making the right decision for your new gaming PC can be hard. Should you choose Intel or AMD? Don't panic, we've got all the deets you need. Here's everything you need to know from architecture to pre-build AMD and Intel gaming PCs. Intel Processors Intel’s range of fourteenth generation Raptor Lake-S CPUs are their latest processors that offer exciting new…
The coolest water cooling AiO solutions for your brand-new Alder Lake CPU
With the release of the latest ground-breaking generation of Intel CPUs, here at Overclockers UK, we have decided to compile this handy guide on the best water cooling AiO solutions for your new Alder Lake processor. If you have questions such as, what are the advantages of water cooling? How does the TDP affect the type of water-cooling setup? What CPU water coolers are compatible with the 1700 socket? We will answer these questions and much more in due course. I’ve also selected some of…
OcUK Academy: How To Reseat or Install an AMD or Intel Processor
Installing your CPU is an important step in the PC building process. The processor sits at the heart of your system. It handles all the complex tasks on your PC and is vital for gaming, creative work, or even just browsing the internet. Welcome to the Overclockers UK Academy lesson: How to reseat or install an AMD or Intel CPU. As we know, there are two brands of processors to choose from: AMD and Intel. Before starting the installation process, you need to ensure you…
End of Year Showdown – The Best Hardware of 2021
We've seen plenty of great hardware launches this year! As we approach 2022, we're taking a look back at our favourite hardware of 2021. Kicking things off has to be graphics cards. This year both Team Green and Team Red have launched some incredible cards, but we're going to look at just one from AMD and one from NVIDIA. Both of the gaming GPUs are aimed at the casual gamer, but offer excellent graphical performance and the latest gaming features for AAA games at an…