In the first week of the new year, once again numerous exciting articles went online on Hardwareluxx.de. We not only tried nerdytec’s Couchmaster Cycon² or AverMedias GC 311 Live Gamer MINI Streaming Capture-Box subjected to a practical test, but also the SilverStone Fara B1 Pro, the MSI MPG Z 490 Gaming Carbon WiFi and the Crucial Portable SSD X6 and X8 tested. A first look at the new ATX 12 We threw the VO standard as well as the SXFI Gamer from Creative, the Chieftronic PowerUp 850 W or the EIZO FlexScan EV 3895. Finally, our critical looks checked the MSI MPG Sekra 100 R for his Practical suitability.
At this point we have summarized all the articles from the last week and provided them with a small sample. With this in mind: Have fun reading!
Wednesday, 30. December 2020: C-Gaming in the living room: nerdytecs Couchmaster Cycon² tried out
That due to the currently ongoing corona pandemic the gaming industry is enjoying an increased influx should not be a secret. Whether handheld, console or gaming PC, more and more video games are finding their way into Germans’ own four walls. Since the majority of gamers do not have their own “man cave”, mostly due to lack of space, the extensive game sessions take place in their own living room. As is well known, it is usually difficult to use a mouse or keyboard on the couch at home, which is why gamers primarily use consoles here. But this is exactly what nerdytec wants to change …
Thursday, 31. December 2020: SilverStone Fara B1 Pro in the test: A-RGB housing with elegant supply air design
SilverStones Fara B1 Pro actually offers the typical mix of A-RGB- Fans and a transparent front, which can lead to cooling problems. At least visually, this midi tower has larger side air inlets. But the four case fans can really treat themselves to enough fresh air …
Saturday, 02. January 2021: A first look at the ATX 12 VO standard
At the beginning of the year there were indications that Intel would use the Single Rail Power Supply Desktop Platform Form Factor ATX 12 VO wants to introduce more broadly. It is already used in many complete systems by numerous manufacturers. But such systems are rarely screwed on and so the contacts with this type of power supply are rather few and far between …
Sunday, 03. January 2021: MSI MPG Z 490 GAMING CARBON WIFI in the test – carbon look incl.USB 3.2 Gen2x2
MSI’s GAMING- (PRO) -CARBON mainboards from the MPG product range (MSI Performance Gaming) are of great interest to many who are willing to upgrade, because they Models in most cases meet the balancing act between good equipment and an acceptable price. So we didn’t miss it and went through the MSI MPG Z 490 GAMING CARBON WIFI our LGA 1200 – Mainboard test course sent …
Monday, 04. January 2021: Crucial Portable SSD X6 and X8 in the test: memory in small format
After we have recently tested several external storage media from the gaming sector with the Crucial X6 Portable SSD and X8 Portable SSD, two external SSDs with USB-C connection in the test, which come very modestly in black and without lighting. Both have a storage capacity of 2 TB and are available on the market in different housing designs. In our article, you can find out why both are different in speed and whether simple and practical housings are still convincing today …
Tuesday, 05. January 2021: Gaming headset with battle mode: SXFI Gamer from Creative in the test
Next With the right keyboard or mouse, audio playback also plays a crucial role for a large number of gamers and can even make the difference between victory and defeat. With shooters in particular, it is important to react to ambient noise. The movement noises of an opponent usually give an indication of where he is currently. In addition, clear and fast communication with your own team members is vital. So it is not surprising that a headset is indispensable for multiplayer. For this reason, Hardwareluxx took a closer look at the new SXFI Gamer headset from Creative and subjected it to a detailed test …
Wednesday, 06. January 2021: Chieftronic PowerUp 850 W in the test – compact gold power supply with good features
With the PowerUp series, Chieftec has now, after PowerPlay, the second series of gaming Power supplies brought onto the market with powerful technology, 80 PLUS gold Efficiency and fully modular cable management should convince. How the PowerUp do, we took a closer look at the 760 W strong top model of the series …
Thursday, 07. January 2021: EIZO FlexScan EV 3895 in the test: Docking station with 38 Customs
Long had to wait, now the time has finally come: with the EIZO FlexScan EV 3895 – BK is the manufacturer’s first ultra-widescreen monitor a curved panel available. The Japanese directly skip the 34 – Customs Format and put on a large 38 – Customs Panel. In addition, a wide range of equipment including an RJ 44 connection is offered . In our review we will clarify whether the entry into the field of curved monitors is successful …
Friday, 08. January 2021: MSI MPG Sekira 100 R in the test: A-RGB-Schick at a tempting price
The MPG Sekira 100 R is one of the most attractive gaming cases from MSI. The E-ATX model is presented with glass and aluminum and illuminates both a strip in the front and four fans with A-RGB LEDs. Nevertheless, the price is pleasantly moderate at around 100 euros …
Friday, 08. January 2021: The smallest of the bunch: AVerMedias GC 311 Live Gamer MINI Streaming Capture Box in the test
If you believe the manufacturer AVerMedia, you can go along with it the GC 120 Live-Gamer MINI-Game-Streaming-Capture-Box fast and simply climb the streaming Olympus. In addition to an HDMI input and passthrough for full HD gameplay, said box should transmit the image without latency and also have PC and Mac connectivity. After we already got the Live Gamer EXTREME 2 GC 551 and the streaming capture box Live Gamer Ultra GC 553 from AVerMedia, we are now also taking a look at the cheapest model of the Trios …