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WD Black SN7100 2 TB Review – The New Best SSD

Introduction Western Digital (or simply WD) is the world’s largest manufacturer of storage solutions, mostly known for their wide range of hard disk offerings. With their acquisition of SanDisk in 2016, WD became one of the largest manufacturers for flash storage, too. In this review we’re checking out the WD Black SN7100 2 TB, which… Read more

Lime Ears TERRA Universal-Fit In-Ear Monitors Review

0 Packaging & Accessories » Introduction Lime Ears is an IEM brand based out of Poland, having made a strong name for itself among many musicians from the region and beyond. It started as a 2-person company in 2012, dedicating the next few years to making custom IEMs that are useful for stage monitoring—the real reason… Read more

DAREU A980 Pro Max Review

1 Packaging, Weight, Cable & Feet » Introduction DAREU is a gaming peripheral company based in China. Clearly modeled after the Logitech G502 and Razer Basilisk V3, the right-handed ergonomic A980 Pro Max comes with several features not present on either of those. While the shell is made of regular ABS plastic, the main buttons pieces… Read more

Team Group T-Force XTREEM DDR5-7200 48GB CL34 Review

0 Packaging & Contents » Introduction Founded in 1997, Team Group is a Taiwan-based manufacturer well-known for its “T-Force” gaming-centric products. Team Group also offers striking designs and high performance across its various flash-based product lineups. Team Group is no stranger to the DRAM market with its XTREEM and Vulcan lines dating all the way back… Read more

Civilization VII Performance Benchmark Review – 35 GPUs Tested

Introduction “Civilization VII” evolves the legendary strategy series, offering fresh mechanics, new worlds, and greater player freedom. Expanding on its foundations, this installment introduces updated challenges and opportunities across every era of history. There’s also new leaders and wonders, and the tech tree has been revamped, too. With enhanced AI, refined systems, and immersive details,… Read more

ASRock Phantom Gaming B850I Lightning Wi-Fi Review

2 Packaging & Contents » Introduction ASRock has been in the Mini-ITX game for a while now, and we still have fond memories of its crazy X99 and X299 boards, where it was the only manufacturer to go HEDT for enthusiast boards on 170 mm x 170 mm PCBs. Thankfully, it’s continued to offer wide support… Read more

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 Handheld Performance Review

Introduction Kingdom Come: Deliverance II has landed almost exactly seven years after the original game. Henry of Skalitz is now a knight and has gathered tons of experience as a personal bodyguard of Hans Capon of Rattay. But due to an unfortunate turn of events in the spirit of Metroid games, he will be stripped… Read more

ASUS ROG Harpe Ace Extreme Review

1 on Feb 6th, 2025, Manufacturer: ASUS Packaging, Weight, Cable & Feet » Introduction ASUS is a Taiwan-based computer hardware and electronics company founded in 1989. Unlike the regular Harpe Ace, which came with a bio-based Nylon (plastic) shell, the Harpe Ace Extreme has its top shell made out of fully CNC-machined carbon fiber, whereas the… Read more

Kingdom Come Deliverance II Performance Benchmark Review – 35 GPUs Tested

Introduction “Kingdom Come: Deliverance II,” the long-awaited sequel, brings back the medieval intrigue and realism that captivated players in the original. Building on its predecessor’s success, this highly anticipated game expands its vast, historically rich world, placing players once again in the boots of Henry as he navigates a realm of political conflict, brutal combat,… Read more

Formovie Cinema Edge 4K UST Laser Projector Review

Introduction I would like to thank Formovie for supplying the sample. The Formovie Cinema Edge 4K UST manages to combine laser projection for a bright picture, with Google TV which includes native support for Netflix and other streaming services. It may look like a similar device from other brands, because Formovie is actually an OEM…. Read more

Dan Clark Audio NOIRE X Closed-Back Headphones Review

1 Packaging & Accessories » Introduction Of the many, many audio brands that exist today, very few have impressed me like Dan Clark Audio (DCA) has. The DCA CORINA is an electrostatic set of open-back headphones which, when paired with my Headamp BHSE amplifier, continues to be one of my most preferred listening experiences for music,… Read more

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Handheld Performance Review

Introduction After being a PlayStation 5 exclusive for less than two years, Marvel’s Spider-Man has web-slinged to PC in all its glory. The full-fledged sequel to the 2018 game is bigger and prettier than the original. Instead of controlling just one Spider-Man like in the first game, and the follow-up Spider-Man Miles Morales, players can… Read more

Corsair Frame 4000D Review

Introduction I would like to thank Corsair for supplying the review sample. The Corsair Frame 4000D is an evolution of the mainstream 4000D with a focus on additional modularity. Besides that, the chassis also offers a refreshed design language while still offering both black and white variants. The Corsair 4000D we are reviewing here is… Read more

Spider-Man 2 Performance Benchmark Review – 35 GPUs Tested

Introduction “Marvel’s Spider-Man 2” swings onto PC, bringing the next chapter in Sony’s acclaimed superhero game series. Following the success of its predecessors, this highly anticipated sequel expands the open-world action of New York City, allowing players to step into the suits of both Peter Parker and Miles Morales as they face new threats, including… Read more

Cooler Master X Silent Edge Platinum 850 W Review – Fully Passive PSU

7 Packaging & Connectivity » Introduction For the past decade we’ve seen the power envelopes of CPUs and GPUs being pushed further and further to maximize performance, while at the same time the same components have gotten much more effective at conserving power when not fully loaded. This wide power consumption gap between a lightly loaded… Read more