Released in 2011, the AM3+ CPUs are now the grannies on today’s CPU market. But are they still relevant today? Although we’re now using AM4 CPUs, some AM3+ CPUs are still around. Either still in some stores or part of some builds, the AM3+ chips are still viable for low-end or mid-level gaming PCs. With 8 cores and clock speeds…
to Xigmatek's Aurora 360 AIO Xigmatek is a relatively new company, established in 2005, they’ve been slowly gaining the spotlight through their innovative products and creative philosophy. They produce essentials like cases, PSU, gaming chairs, and beautiful RGB AIOs. We dig into their flagship AIO, the Aurora 360, and put it to the test against two other heavy hitters to…
Introducing the AC2200 WiFi Mesh Router System If your Wi-Fi is kind of spotty or it's struggling to keep up with your devices, it's probably time for an upgrade. I know, I know.. which router should I get? What's 5GHz and 2.4GHz? Well, it may be time to just ditch a single router and install a mesh system. TRENDnet sent…
RiiTek has an incredibly popular lineup of keyboards, including insanely popular RGB backlit keyboards and game controller keyboard combo pieces. Most recently the Rii RK100+ keyboard has gotten a lot of love from the gaming community and is one of the top gaming keyboards on Amazon. It’s not hard to see why, either. This keyboard is a great budget piece…
The never-ending war between Team Green and Team Red. How many times have you heard people fighting over which graphics card maker is the best? There has always been Team Green or Team Red, so in the never-ending battle of the GPU, who wins? AMD or Nvidia? One thing is true – never ask a group of gamers whether NVidia…
Am I the only one that doesn't really think about computer input devices? For almost 30 years, I've given little to no thought about the kind of keyboard and mouse I've been using. If it was a combo set for around $30.00 US, I'd pick it up and use it for a while. Presence or lack of multimedia buttons…
AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT - The Big Navi Is Here! AMD’s newest “Big Navi” has been launched and we are eager to take a look at what the RDNA 2 architecture in the AMD Radeon RX 6900 XT and what it can do in terms of 4K gaming. AMD’s top graphics card is a direct competitor against NVidia’s RTX…
AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT - Big Navi's little brother looks great! The Radeon 6000 series from AMD has been revealed and we cannot wait to take a look at the RDNA2 architecture that has been added to the RX 6900 XT, RX 6800 XT, and the RX 6800. For those looking to get 4K gaming at a great price,…
AMD Radeon RX 6800 - Gamers beware! This new AMD GPU packs quite a punch for its low price tag Gamers will finally be able to upgrade their systems with the new Radeon RX 6000 series this month when the RX 6800 and RX 6800 XT get released and at the beginning of December when the Big Navi will show…
to the Techware Phantom L Low Profile Mechanical Gaming Keyboard The keyboard is arguably the most important input device on any PC, and if you spend any amount of time at a PC, you know that selecting a proper keyboard is paramount to your comfort and productivity as well as the health of your fingers and hands. Like most gamers,…
Racing simulators need a few more setups before you can start immersing yourself in a great experience. Aside from the wheel and the pedalboard, you’ll need a good racing wheel stand. Some come with a seat, some are a bit…
What are the best motherboards for your Ryzen 5 2600? Whether you’re looking into replacing your motherboard or building a new PC, we’ve found the best motherboards for Ryzen 5 2600. Released in 2018, the Ryzen 5 2600 is a…
If you want to play games like one of the most popular game streamers in the world, you’ll probably need a few tips from the pros. Aside from getting tips in the game, setting up your keyboard and mouse are also essential. So we’re looking at Ninja’s keyboard and mouse settings for Fortnite. Richard Tyler “Ninja” Blevins is using these…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2gUtfBmw86Y Skins in fortnite add some flavor to your game by making you stand-out from the crowd. However, they are able to impact your gameplay as well. If your skin is brighter in color, it might catch an opponent's eye and make you easier to hit. Regardless, there are some skins that are much more rare than others. These are…
Although PlayStation 4 consoles were initially made to be connected to TVs, you can make plenty of tech gimmicks with those good old consoles. Sony released the PlayStation 5 console this month, but many old and new games will keep offering support for the previous PlayStation 4. Since Sony won't let go of PS4 too easily, spending time by finding…
The refresh rate of a monitor is an essential aspect, as it has the role of updating your screen with new images each second. A higher refresh rate automatically means smoother and more pleasant visuals. If you're into gaming, you'll need to offer special attention to the refresh rate of your monitor, as it should be at least 75 Hz…
Finding out what PC components your system has can be easy, but some components are a bit difficult to find. For instance, it takes a few steps to find out what motherboard your PC has. So when someone asks you what motherboard you are using, here is how to quickly give them a correct answer. Lucky for you there are…
WHAT IS AMD's GPU SCALING AND WHEN DO WE NEED IT? Games are usually developed to work on different resolutions with several aspect ratios. For instance, they may show visual content that has an aspect ratio of 5:4 (with a resolution of 1280x1024), or a 16:9 aspect ratio (with a resolution of 1920x1080). But some older games may need to…
