Cooling
Explore advanced PC cooling technologies with the Overclockers UK Blog. Discover expert reviews and advice on air and liquid cooling solutions.
Overclockers UK Summer Sale Focus: Fresh Cooling Hardware!
The Overclockers UK Summer Sale is 🔥🔥. While there are plenty of spicy deals about, we’re taking a closer look at cooling hardware. Cooling Hardware With the summer sun shining down (we pray), it’s not just us that needs a little help keeping cool. Our gaming PCs work hard, and with that comes a little extra heat. To keep everything operating to temperature, we need cooling hardware. Whether optimsing on natural airflow or crafting a fully custom-built water-cooling loop, these components keep our gaming hardware…
Playcation Check List – Upgrade for the Best Gaming Holiday
According to the Overclockers UK Dictionary of Everything, a playcation is the act of taking time off work to explicitly play video games. As it’s officially the summer holidays, we figured it was high time we got our gaming set-ups playcation ready. Simply follow our checklist, and you’ll be set to have the best gaming holiday. The Perfect Playcation There are three very important things to remember when it comes to the perfect playcation. Keeping cool, Being properly equipped, And that holiday atmosphere. Your playcation…
Lian Li HydroShift AIOs – An AIO That Keeps it Hidden
The Lian Li HydroShift AIOs are another step in eliminating all clutter from our gaming PCs. They build upon Lian Li’s exceptional work to eliminate cable clutter and minimise cooling pipe visibility with an innovative new design. Lian Li - HydroShift LCD AIO Launch Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp4EnEWZm0k Nothing to See Here, Move Along No wait, don’t move along! You do want to see this if you’re a fan of building the cleanest gaming PCs. AIOs are in general a fantastic option for an impressive build.…
EK Water Blocks’ Next Big Thing is Coming to Computex
Computex is upon us and EK has some big news. We all know Computex is a hotbed for innovation and exciting product announcements. EK Water Blocks is in attendance this year, and they are bringing their latest game-changing innovation in water-cooling technology. The Revolution is Here It’s well known that water-cooling is the most efficient way to manage your gaming PC’s temperatures. Since 2010, AIO coolers have become widely available and popular to use among the general gaming population, whereas custom water-cooling loops can still…
Understanding TDP: How to Effectively Cool Your PC
You’ve most certainly heard the term TDP when browsing the latest new hardware releases or cooling components. But what does TDP mean, and does it affect your gaming PC temperature or performance? In this blog post we explore all of these questions and more, along with highlighting a selection of AiO coolers that are perfect for low, mid, and high TPD CPUs. What Does TDP Mean? TDP, or thermal design power, is the maximum amount of heat that your component generates, such as a processor…
Overclockers UK Academy: How to Mount an AiO Cooler
The Overclockers UK Academy is back with our latest tutorial. Today, we’re showing you how to successfully mount an AiO cooler. Watch How to Mount an AiO Cooler Don’t have the time to read how to mount an AiO cooler? You can watch our dedicated video tutorial in which Briony takes you on a step-by-step journey. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QRLIV6hNefA What is an AiO Cooler? An AiO is an ‘all in one’ CPU cooler that combines the elements of air and water cooling into one. They typically consist…
PC Modding with OcUK: Custom Water-Cooling
Our ‘PC Modding with OcUK’ series has been designed to take you on a guided tour through the wonderful world of PC modding. In this article, we’re showcasing custom water-cooling, showcasing what it is, and identifying everything you need to create your own water-cooled PC. Custom Water-Cooling Loop A water-cooling loop will consist of several different components and a liquid coolant which has been designed to draw any excess heat away from your hardware. Typically, you’ll find all the following in a water-cooled PC: A…
Lian Li RSL-INF Fans – Infinity Just Went into Reverse
Lian Li has answered all our prayers with the UNI FAN SL-INF Reverse Blade fans, now available in 120mm and 140mm models. No matter the angle that you look at your gaming PC from, your RGB lighting will look phenomenal. We all love the mesmerising infinity mirror design of Lian Li’s SL-INF fans. By using standard fans for your air intake, you only see the edge lighting, as the fan hub is pointing to the outside of your case. With the SL-INF reverse blade though,…
The Silent Saboteur: Unravelling the Detrimental Impact of Vaping on PCs
Vaping has become increasingly popular as a way to help you quit smoking. Whilst we all relax as we enjoy some late-night gaming or streaming, you might be tempted to vape near your PC. Vaping can have hidden, largely unknown, effects on the performance of your gaming PC and your health in the long-term. We’re taking a closer look at the hidden impacts that vaping can have on our PCs to determine whether it's safe to do so around your computer. What is Vaping? Vaping…
How Often Should You Replace Your Liquid Coolant
In a water-cooled PC, you’ll have a consistent flow of liquid running through it. This coolant is essential for keeping temperatures down, whilst also helping to make your PC look incredible. These thermal solutions may look amazing, but they do require regular maintenance. That’s where Overclockers UK comes in! We’ve put together everything you need to know about maintaining your water-cooled PC, including how often you should replace your liquid coolant. Why Is It Important to Maintain Your Water-Cooling? Water-cooling looks beautiful and ensures all…
Everything You Need to Know About HYTE
Overclockers UK stocks a whole bunch of HYTE products and, in this article, we’re breaking down some of the coolest PC cases, fans, and AIO coolers you can get your hands on! Hi, I’m Rob, and I’m a massive HYTE simp... Cool, now we’ve got that warning out of the way, we can all stare longingly at one of the best brands on the market right now. I’m totally not biased or anything though, I swear. Y60 HYTE cases exploded into the mainstream back in…
Does Opening Your PC Case Make it Cooler?
Keeping your PC cool is vital for ensuring optimum temperatures and maximum performance. There are so many thermal solutions out there, but is a simple open PC case an efficient way of cooling your PC? As the PC experts, we’re going to answer every question you’ve had about cooling and whether opening your PC case can actually help with cooling. Does Opening My PC Case Help with Cooling? In short, removing the side panel won’t do much for improving your PC’s cooling. The inside of…