Score a Bargain at Overclockers UK

Score a Bargain at Overclockers UK

It’s no secret that here at Overclockers UK we just love to spoil you. That’s why we’re back with another round-up of some tasty deals currently available that are sure to boost your gaming performance.   Lian Li Galahad II LCD 280mm AiO CPU Cooler  Keep your hardware cool and performing at its best with the Lian Li Galahad II LCD AiO CPU Cooler. Equipped with a 280mm radiator and two pre-installed 140mm PWM fans, excess heat is effectively dissipated away from your processor to…

The Best CPU Coolers for Silent Gaming PCs

The Best CPU Coolers for Silent Gaming PCs

Is your PC causing a headache by creating far too much excess noise? Tired of constant fan spinning being the backdrop to your gaming adventures? If so, a silent gaming PC may just be the answer you’re looking for!   In this blog post, we’ve compiled everything you need to know about building a silent gaming PC, including the pros and cons, along with our top five CPU coolers for minimal noise and incredible thermals.   Why You Want a Silent Gaming PC  A silent gaming PC…

Is It Dead: Air Cooling?!

Is It Dead: Air Cooling?!

With more of us jumping to water-cooling, it begs the question of whether air cooling is still a viable option in 2024. Are people still utilising air cooling to keep their PCs cool?   In this blog post, we’re taking a deep dive into air cooling, showcasing what it is, if it's still useful in 2024, and why you should use air cooling in your next gaming PC.   What is Air Cooling?   Air cooling is exactly what it sounds like. This thermal solution consists of several…

Exciting New CPU Coolers: Phanteks Polar ST Series

Exciting New CPU Coolers: Phanteks Polar ST Series

Need high-performance cooling at an accessible price-point? Enter the Phanteks Polar ST Series CPU Coolers.  With stylish good looks and excellent thermal potential, these air-coolers are going to give your cooling system a boost. Read on to find out why we’re heckin’ excited for these ones!  Phanteks Polar ST Series The Phanteks Polar ST Series currently consists of two CPU coolers. The Polar ST4 and the ST5. The number indicates how many heat pipes are included in the design. As such, the ST4 features four…

Overclockers UK Summer Sale Focus: Fresh Cooling Hardware! 

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

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

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 

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

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

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

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 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,…