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Ocypus Iota L36 360 mm AIO Review

0 Packaging & Contents » Introduction A big thank you to Ocypus for supplying the review sample. Founded in 2023, Ocypus is a new brand in the DIY PC space. Their primary focus is on cases, power supplies, and CPU coolers, all of which are designed to keep high-performance setups running efficiently. Furthermore, they seek to… Read more

be quiet! Light Base 900 DX Review

0 Packaging & Contents » Introduction I would like to thank be quiet! for supplying the review sample. With its cases, be quiet! has mostly been offering traditional layouts for the most part. While their ranges differ in purpose as well as featuring varying degrees of sophistication, one thing that hasn’t been something you will see… Read more

STALKER 2: DLSS vs. FSR vs. XeSS Comparison Review

Introduction GSC Game World’s “S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl” is a brand-new entry in the legendary series enjoyed by millions of players worldwide. The game features a unique combination of first-person shooter, immersive sim and horror elements. Combined with the unprecedented scale of a 64-km² radioactive zone in a photorealistic seamless open world, advanced graphics,… Read more

STALKER 2 Handheld Performance Review

Introduction “S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl” arrives almost exactly 15 years after the previous game in the series, “S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Call of Pripyat,” despite Stalker 2 being officially announced in August 2010. Many things have happened since then, including a full-blown war in Ukraine, where GSC Game World had been based before temporarily relocating to Prague…. Read more

Gigabyte X870E Aorus Master Review

3 Packaging & Contents » Introduction We’ve recently seen slightly different takes from the competition and their premium X870E motherboards. Now it’s finally time to see what Gigabyte has been cooking in its motherboard R&D labs when it comes to new features tempting you to upgrade. The X870E Aorus Master’s success and that of its Socket… Read more

Chieftec Visio Review

Introduction I would like to thank Chieftec for supplying the review sample. The Chieftec Visio (or GM-30B-TG-OP, as the brand also calls it) is an ultra-compact, dual-glass chassis which still allows for a full ATX motherboard to fit within it. Shipping with a complete, six fan layout with built-in ARGB, it aims to provide a… Read more

STALKER 2 Performance Benchmark Review – 35 GPUs Tested

Introduction “Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl” marks the long-awaited return of the iconic S.T.A.L.K.E.R. series, arriving 15 years after the release of Stalker: Call of Pripyat in 2009. We finally get to go back to the legendary Zone, a radioactive wasteland warped by the aftermath of the Chernobyl disaster. The game takes you to a… Read more

Sennheiser HD 490 PRO Open-Back Headphones Review

0 Packaging & Accessories » Introduction If there ever was one company people associate most with audio, it would probably be Sennheiser. It has been around for nearly 80 years now, and has put out some of the most known and used headphones in its rich history. My very first pair of headphones—at least ones that… Read more

ARCTIC P12 PWM PST 120 mm Fan Review

Introduction ARCTIC, previously known as Arctic Cooling, has been around for nearly 25 years now with physical offices in North America, Europe, and Asia and a vast retail network spread across more than 65 countries. The company is known for good quality products offering high value to end users, and we’ve reviewed several ARCTIC products… Read more

APNX V1-W Review

Introduction I would like to thank APNX for supplying the review sample. If you have not yet heard of APNX – short for Advanced Performance Nexus, don’t fret. The brand displayed one case in 2023 – the C1. We reported on that and their compact product range at Computex in 2023. APNX is now following… Read more

NVIDIA SFF-Ready System Build & Benchmark Review – Build Small, Play Big

0 What’s NVIDIA SFF-Ready? » Introduction NVIDIA introduced their SFF focused initiative earlier this year to provide a way to assure those wanting to build compact gaming systems of compatibility with the latest and greatest NVIDIA graphics cards. With the surge in popularity around extremely compact SFF enclosures based on ITX motherboards, coupled with the fact… Read more

Redragon K1NG 8K Review

Introduction Redragon is the gaming peripheral brand of Eastern Times Technology Co., Ltd., which is based in China and was established in 1996. Also sold under the name M996, the ambidextrous K1NG 8K essentially is the wired version of the K1NG 4K Pro. At 42 g, the K1NG 8K is even lighter, and up to… Read more

Valkyrie VK02 Lite Review

Introduction I would like to thank Valkyrie for supplying the review sample. Valkyrie has been making a bit of a splash, recently releasing some intricate looking products with cool packaging. The VK02 chassis is available in two variants, one as a Lite version with a clean front, and another with a built-in 10.1″ IPS touchscreen…. Read more

Beelink GTi12 Ultra Mini-PC + EX Dock (Intel Core i9-12900H) Review

0 Packaging & Contents » Introduction A big thank you to Beelink for supplying the review sample. Beelink is well on its way to being a mainstream option in the mini-PC market for PC enthusiasts. Formed in 2011, Beelink has managed to adapt to the needs of both small businesses and enterprises alongside regular consumers, delivering… Read more

Quick Look: UGREEN Uno 65 W GaN Wall Charger, Uno 100 W GaN Wall Charger, and Uno 100 W USB-C Cable

Introduction Established in 2012, UGREEN has grown into one of the most recognizable brands of consumer electronic devices such as chargers, cables, power banks, and power strips. The company has also entered other markets as well, nowadays offering a broad portfolio of devices characterized by slick design, excellent build quality, and competitive pricing. Today, we’re… Read more