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Sharkoon AK5G RGB Review

Introduction I would like to thank Sharkoon for supplying the review sample. Sharkoon showed off the AK5 series alongside a slew of other cases at Computex in the summer, so it should come as no surprise that these enclosures are becoming available right on time during the Christmas season. The AK5G RGB, with the last… Read more

Corsair MP700 Elite 2 TB Review

Introduction Corsair is a US-based peripherals and hardware company founded in 1994. It is now one of the leading manufacturers for gaming gear, with a portfolio spanning nearly every component you could need: DRAM memory modules, flash SSDs, keyboards, mice, cases, cooling, and much more. The MP700 Elite is Corsair’s newest PCIe Gen 5 SSD…. Read more

Darmoshark M5 Review

3 Packaging, Weight, Cable & Feet » Introduction Darmoshark is a peripherals company based in China. Conceived primarily for fingertip grip, the ambidextrous M5 is effectively a sized-up G-Wolves HSK Pro. At 38 g, the M5 weighs a decent bit more, however. PixArt’s PAW3395 sensor capable of 26,000 CPI is used, along with Kailh switches of… Read more

MSI MPG X870E Carbon Wi-Fi Review

Introduction The MPG Carbon Wi-Fi line has been a solid mid-range motherboard offering for a couple of generations now, and usually offers certain features associated with more expensive options such as the Ace or Godlike, but at a much lower price tag. High-end VRM cooling, the latest USB and Wi-Fi standards, Thunderbolt, overclocking and tweaking… Read more

ECS LIVA Z7 Plus Barebone Mini-PC (Intel Core Ultra 5 125H) Review

0 on Nov 5th, 2024, Manufacturer: ECS Packaging & Contents » Introduction A big thank you to ECS for supplying the review sample. Founded in 1987, Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) has grown into a leading PC OEM/ODM, known for manufacturing a wide range of products for both its own brand and other companies. ECS’s product portfolio… Read more

NuPhy Air60 HE Review – World’s First Low Profile Magnetic Keyboard

0 Packaging & Accessories » Introduction NuPhy is a relatively new keyboard brand that has already made a big mark for itself by offering well-priced keyboards with features attracting the enthusiast keyboard community—think open-source firmware, QMK/VIA support, generally clean designs, decent build quality, and a good selection of switches on offer. It’s arguably more popular for… Read more

SilverStone SETA A2 Review

0 Packaging & Contents » Introduction I would like to thank SilverStone for supplying the review sample. The SilverStone SETA A1 was released around four years ago, so the time is certainly ripe for an update. The SETA A2 was first showcased at Computex this year and comes in two color options: white with a rose… Read more

IOAudio SOGNO In-Ear Monitors Review – 2 DD, 6 BA, All Harman

1 Packaging & Accessories » Introduction IOAudio made a memorable debut on TechPowerUp earlier this year, which is a feat considering that brand name is one of the more challenging from an SEO perspective, let alone typing and remembering it. I’ve seen many refer to it as I/O Audio instead, which probably helps the brand out… Read more

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Performance Benchmark Review

2 on Nov 4th, 2024, Manufacturer: EA Screenshots » Introduction “Dragon Age: The Veilguard” immerses players in the mystical world of Thedas, where an encroaching darkness threatens to tear down the magical barrier known as the Veil, endangering all realms by unleashing spirits and demons. Players take on the role of a member of the newly… Read more

Ocypus Iota C70 BK ARGB Review

Introduction I would like to thank Ocypus for supplying the review sample. The Iota C70 is our first foray into the products of Ocypus. The brand caught our attention due to their focused and clean product line-up. With the products clearly named to be part of product families, Ocypus also ads a defined model number:… Read more

G-Wolves Hati-R 8K Review

1 Packaging, Weight, Cable & Feet » Introduction Established in 2018, G-Wolves is a peripherals company based in China. After the HSK Pro and HSK Plus, G-Wolves presents another mouse primarily conceived for fingertip grip. However, unlike the former, the Hati-R is a right-handed ergonomic design, which is unusual. At 28 g, the Hati-R 8K also… Read more

AVerMedia Versati Go Review

Introduction AVerMedia recently expanded its Go series (officially spelled as “go,” but I’ll refer to it as “Go” to avoid confusion) with the $70 Versati Go USB microphone and the $100 Flexi Go multi-angle microphone arm. This line of products has been developed with a strong focus on “mobile usage, versatility, and simplicity,” which implies… Read more

Enermax PlatiGemini 1200 W Review

Introduction When it comes to quality ATX power supplies, consumers have never had a better selection or more options to choose from. Just 20 years ago in the early 2000s, good power supplies were few and far apart. A lot of cheap cases came with even cheaper bundled power supplies, you were lucky if your… Read more

HIFIMAN Mini Shangri-La Electrostatic Headphones + Amplifier Review

0 Packaging & Accessories » Introduction Of the many, many audio brands currently active, I have not covered any as extensively as HIFIMAN, and the same could be said about our previous audio editor too. HIFIMAN was founded 20 years ago, although under a different name and really only burst onto the scene closer to 15… Read more

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Performance Benchmark Review – AMD FTW

Introduction Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 takes players back into the heart of covert warfare, delivering an intense and immersive experience set in a near-future world fraught with chaos. The story centers around a new elite task force, led by a seasoned operative who uncovers a global conspiracy threatening world stability. As players traverse… Read more