Storage
Want more byte for your buck? Faster fetch rates? We talk speedy SSDs and terabyte-heavy hard drives to help you get the right storage for your gaming PC.
OcUK’s Guide to Storage: How to Best Use HDDs and SSDs
Graphics cards and processors might get the headlines, but no gaming PC is complete without storage. The type of storage you use can make a huge difference to the speed and responsiveness of your PC. This guide is going to take you through how each different type of storage drive can be best placed in your gaming PC. From ultra-fast NVMe SSDs to large-capacity HDDs, they all have a use and function to optimise your gaming PC’s performance. Is Storage Important? Storage is very important.…
Which Memory Stick is Best?
Ultra-fast and reliable storage is a must-have for any work or gaming set up. But which memory stick is best? To ensure you can find the best storage solution for your set up, we’ve decided to showcase the different types of memory sticks, along with a few of our top recommendations. What is a Memory Stick? A memory stick, or USB drive, is a portable storage device that will typically plug into a USB port on your laptop or computer. Memory sticks can be used…
Everything You Need to Know about M.2 SSDs
High-quality storage is a must in any gaming PC. M.2 SSDs boast fast data transfer speeds and loading times in a small form factor. If increasing your storage is on your gaming resolution list, then here at Overclockers UK, we have got the guide for you! Our team has compiled everything you need to about M.2 SSDs to help you decide if this storage solution is for you. M.2 Solid State Drives: M.2 is a type of Solid State Drive form factor. M.2 SSDs will…
What is a NAS Drive and Why Do You Need One?
Revolutionise your PC’s storage with a powerful NAS Drive! With these all-in-one storage solutions, take advantage of hefty data capacities, blisteringly fast transfer speeds, and intelligent security protection. If you are looking to upgrade your work from home or streamer setup with a NAS Drive, then Overclockers UK is here with everything you need to know about NAS Drives. What is a NAS Drive? NAS is an acronym for Network Attached Storage. It is essentially a stand-alone storage device that connects to your internet and…
Solid State Drives and Hard Drive Form Factors Explained
When it comes to selecting the perfect components for your dream gaming PC, it can seem a little daunting. Especially when you have to consider the size of your hardware, not just the type of hardware you need. But fear not – that's where our team of PC experts at Overclockers UK comes in! We’ve compiled this handy guide showing you everything you need to know about SSD & HDD form factors. Solid State Drive (SSD): What is a Solid State Drive? A Solid State…
SSD or HDD – What You Need in 2022
With games getting bigger and requiring more powerful hardware, are HDDs still relevant in 2022? Solid-state drives have been around for a while now, and we're well past the phase of £120 for 120GB. As SATA and NVMe SSDs become more accessible and our games demand more, is it imperative to upgrade? Additionally, with NVMe HDDs right around the corner offering improved performance, are we done with SATA HDDs? What is an SSD? Just like a Hard Disk Drive (HDD), a Solid-State Drive (SSD) is used as…
NVMe Hard drives – Are we Done With SATA?
Seagate unveiled the industry's first native NVMe hard disk drive (HDD) at 2021's Open Compute Project global summit. This announcement might confirm a future for HDDs which have been becoming less popular as SSD's and NVME M.2 drives decrease in price and increase in storage capacity. The newly presented HDDs are connected with NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) via PCIe 3.0 instead of a traditional SATA (Serial AT Attachment) connection. Whilst hard drives are slower than SSDs and even slower than NVMe M.2 SSDs, they will…
Build it with Blue for Excellent Storage Performance
Although it plays more of a background role, internal storage is a very important aspect of your gaming PC. Without it, there would be nowhere to keep your gaming library, your extensive saves, or any of your content. A gaming PC without storage is just a very expensive box. Thankfully, fast and ultra-reliable storage solutions, like WD, exist. Come with me, as I tell you why it’s great to Build it with Blue. Why Build It with Blue If you are new to PC gaming, then WD (Western Digital) are one of the biggest names…
Next-Gen Console Accessories To Make Your Gaming Better
At Overclockers UK, we understand that gaming cannot always be done on your PC. Sometimes there are exclusive titles for consoles, certain games just work better with a controller, and the multi-player logistics are much easier – especially in person. With this in mind, we stock a range of accessories for your next-gen consoles – both PlayStation and Xbox – with increasing availability for compatible devices. So, come with me as I take you on a tour around the must-have, next-gen console accessories. Gamepads Obviously, one of the most…
FireCuda and Barracuda: Seagate’s World-Class Storage
There aren’t many organisations that know more about storage than Seagate. The Cupertino-based company has been at the head of the hard disk business since 1978, and its current products aren’t just maintaining that lead – they’re extending it. Seagate's latest drives tick the right boxes when it comes to performance, reliability and capacity, and there isn’t a better place to buy than with Overclockers UK. We’re going to find out exactly what’s so special about Seagate's current range. Straight Fire Seagate's range of FireCuda drives deploy…