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NVIDIA Inside Look: NVIDIA Reflex
NVIDIA graphics cards each come equipped with a plethora of cutting-edge features, all of which have been designed for gamers, streamers, and content creators. This list of integrated hardware is certainly comprehensive and that’s why we created our blog series titled, ‘NVIDIA Inside Look’, to take a closer look at all their ground-breaking tech. In this blog post, we’re covering NVIDIA Reflex, detailing what it is, compatible games, and how Reflex can boost your in-game performance. What is NVIDIA Reflex? NVIDIA Reflex has been designed…
Kolink Unity Solar and Cascade: Stunning Looks and Cooling
You may be looking to level up with the new year. A shiny new PC case could be just the upgrade your gaming PC needs. Enter, the Kolink Unity Solar and Cascade. These mid-tower PCs are feature-rich, engineered to expertly balance aesthetics and cooling. You can show off your PC with pride and remain confident it’s all to temperature. What we like to call a win-win. On top of this, they have been optimised to support high-end hardware across a wide range of the available…
Want to Save Money When Building a Gaming PC? Here’s Our Top Five Tips!
Building your dream gaming PC doesn’t have to break the bank! In fact, there are plenty of ways you can save money when it comes to your hardware. Need more convincing? We’ve included our top five tips on how to save money when building a gaming PC. Prioritise Your Graphics Card Aesthetic might be at the top of your list, but your graphics card is arguably one of the most important components of your gaming PC. Without a high-quality GPU, you won’t be able to…
Level Up: The Best Gaming PC and Hardware for Under £1000
Do you want to level up your gaming performance but have a strict budget? Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve put together this series showcasing the best gaming PC and hardware you can get for your money. In this blog post, we’re highlighting the top gaming PC and peripherals you can purchase for under £1000. Refract Gaming Crimson Pre-Built PC: Perfect for those looking to enjoy casual or entry-level gaming, the Refract Gaming Crimson has been expertly built and tested by the OcUK team. This pre-built…
Does Opening Your PC Case Make it Cooler?
Keeping your PC cool is vital for ensuring optimum temperatures and maximum performance. There are so many thermal solutions out there, but is a simple open PC case an efficient way of cooling your PC? As the PC experts, we’re going to answer every question you’ve had about cooling and whether opening your PC case can actually help with cooling. Does Opening My PC Case Help with Cooling? In short, removing the side panel won’t do much for improving your PC’s cooling. The inside of…
Mid Tower vs Full Tower: Which PC Case is Best for a Gaming PC?
Mid tower vs full tower – which of these PC case form factors is better for your set up? Does one provide more of a distinct boost over your enemies in-game? For all those who are struggling to decide between a mid or full tower case, this blog post is for you! We’ve compiled everything you need to know about these two case form factors, including their pros and cons, and highlighted their key differences. All of which should help you decide which case is…
Best of 2023: Games, Hardware, and So Much More
2023 is coming to an end (where has the year gone!). It’s been a fantastic year for us here at Overclockers UK. Not only did we move headquarters, but we had a great year full of new hardware, peripherals, gaming chairs, exciting game releases, and so much more! It’s been tough to pick out our favourites. But after many long hours spent deliberating in the board room, we’ve managed to come up with our Best of 2023. Let's jump straight to it. Best New Hardware …
November Indie Showcase – For the King II: Game Review
We are back with our monthly Indie Showcase, where we pick one of the many gems produced by independent game developers and make sure it gets some well-deserved time in the sun. For November, we are taking a closer look at the strategic sequel… For the King II! What is For the King II? For the King II is the follow on to tabletop-inspired For the King by IronOak Games and Curve Games. This much-anticipated Indie gem has already garnered critics’ approval, taking the blend…
Get Together For Some Party Games This Weekend
Tis the season for gathering with friends and family. What better time to crack out some party games? From the chaotic to the suspicious, at Overclockers UK we love great party games. They bring everyone together for some fun and laughter. And you still get to spend your weekend doing what you love best, gaming. We’ve rounded up a fab selection of party games that are sure to get the party vibes going. Not in the party mood? We’ve got eleven other weekend multiplayer gaming…
Lian Li O11D EVO RGB & UNI FAN TL
Lian Li has expanded their O11D EVO case range and the UNI FAN Series, with the EVO RGB and UNI FAN TL RGB and LCD. Utilising these amazing products, you’ll be able to build your dream gaming PC, that features a unique aesthetic. Refining a Classic The Lian LI O11D EVO RGB case improves on everything that makes the O11D range of cases great. To start with, it’s slightly bigger than the original O11D EVO, with around a centimetre added to each measurement. In fact,…
60Hz vs 120Hz – What’s The Difference
When it comes to gaming, having a high FPS will only get you so far without the refresh rate to back it up. In this article, we’re explaining all the differences between 60Hz and 120Hz. We’ve all been there. You’ve just built a brand-new gaming PC for the first time, and whilst you’ve got FPS to spare, you’re still stuck with Dad's old 60Hz Dell monitor. But does refresh rate really matter all that much? The Basics Okay, before we go any further, let's get…
How 8Pack Stole Christmas
Everyone down at 'Clockers liked Christmas a lot... But 8Pack, who lived down in the tech labs, did NOT! 8Pack hated Christmas! The whole Christmas season! Now, please don’t ask why. No one quite knows the reason. It could be that CPUs weren’t overclocked right. It could be that when he left work it was night. But I think the most likely reason of all; RGB lighting was now hung from the walls. For whatever reason, he was off his rocker, Grumbling on Christmas Eve, cursing ‘Clockers, Staring up from his desk with…