How to Check Your FPS on Windows 10/11

How to Check Your FPS on Windows 10/11

Within the world of PC gaming, little matters more than achieving the perfect graphics-to-FPS ratio. In this guide, we’re covering everything you need to know to check what FPS you’re getting.  Long gone are the days of paying for Fraps to check your in-game FPS and record an ‘Ultimate Gaming Montage’ or two. Whether you're a competitive gamer or just a casual player, monitoring your Frames Per Second (FPS) is crucial to ensure your system is performing correctly.   Why Check Your FPS?  Before delving into…

NVIDIA DLSS 3.5: Why You Want It For Gaming

NVIDIA DLSS 3.5: Why You Want It For Gaming

DLSS 3.5 is the latest generation of NVIDIA’s powerful Deep Learning Super Sampling technology. This brand-new update has been designed to deliver you more redefined images with vivid colours and smooth frame rates, especially when paired with Ray Tracing.   As the PC experts, we’ve compiled everything you need to know about NVIDIA DLSS 3.5, showcasing what sets this update apart from DLSS 3.0, why you want it for gaming, along with compatible games and graphics cards.  What is AI DLSS 3.5?   AI DLSS renders all…

AMD FSR 3.0 – Maximum Gaming on Old and New Graphics Cards

AMD FSR 3.0 – Maximum Gaming on Old and New Graphics Cards

AMD FSR has received a hefty upgrade! Now called, AMD FSR 3.0, this dedicated upscaling technology has been updated to deliver you maximum gaming performance and huge improvements in frame rates.   If you’re looking to take advantage of this new and improved cutting-edge tech, then we’ve compiled everything you need to know, including the basics of AMD FSR 3.0, all the included features, along with the compatible graphics cards and games.   AMD FSR 3.0  AMD FSR 3.0 is the latest generation of AMD’s FidelityFX Super…

How to Select the Best PCIe Lanes for Your GPU

How to Select the Best PCIe Lanes for Your GPU

From different generations, lanes, and data transfer speeds, how do you find the right PCIe lane for your GPU and all your other devices? Found in every gaming PC, PCIe is fundamental for ensuring you can sit back and enjoy superior performance in gaming and streaming alike. Especially if you utilise the correct PCIe lane.   To ensure you’ve got your devices installed in all the right places, we’ve put together this handy guide detailing everything you need to know about PCIe lanes. This includes the…

Overclocking vs Undervolting: Whats The Difference?

Overclocking vs Undervolting: Whats The Difference?

Overclocking vs. undervolting which one is best for optimising your gaming PC’s performance? Both can offer you a boost to your gaming experience, unlocking fast speeds and potentially even increasing the lifespan of your hardware. But which one is right for you?   To help you decide, we’re taking a deep dive into the wonderful world of overclocking and undervolting, highlighting how each works and the key differences between them.  Overclocking:  To keep it short and simple, overclocking is where you increase the clock rate and…

What Are the Best Graphics Cards for 1080p and 1440p Gaming

What Are the Best Graphics Cards for 1080p and 1440p Gaming

Do you want to experience the very best of 1080p and 1440p gaming but don’t know which graphics cards are compatible? Well, you’re in luck! As the PC experts, we’ve put together this handy guide detailing our top recommended graphics cards and gaming monitors for 1080p and 1440p gaming.  1080p Gaming   1080p stands for the resolution of your monitor. In this instance, your monitor will have a resolution of 1920 x 1080, the most common type of gaming monitor.  A 1080p monitor is great for…

The AMD 7700XT and 7800XT GPUs Are Finally Here

The AMD 7700XT and 7800XT GPUs Are Finally Here

The AMD Radeon RX 7700XT and 7800XT GPUs have finally arrived here at Overclockers UK, and we can’t wait to get to our hands on them.  In this video, we hear from our overclocking specialist, Ian "8-Pack" Parry, with his thoughts on the new Sapphire PURE AMD Radeon RX 7800XT GPU. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyrfxDsTHlI The AMD RX 7700XT Introducing the AMD Radeon RX 7700XT. This innovative graphics card has been designed to offer outstanding performance for mid-range gaming. Built utilising AMD RDNA 3 architecture, this GPU boasts…

NVIDIA Inside Look: GeForce Experience

NVIDIA Inside Look: GeForce Experience

All NVIDIA graphics cards come equipped with a complete suite of cutting-edge features, designed for gamers, streamers, and content creators alike. That’s why we’ve decided to create our very own blog series, titled ‘’NVIDIA Inside Look’’, designed to take a closer look at these ground-breaking technologies.  In this article, we’ll be showcasing NVIDIA GeForce Experience, detailing what exactly it is, how you can utilise it to optimise your experience, and of course our top GeForce Experience compatible gaming PCs.  What is NVIDIA GeForce Experience?   NVIDIA…

What is Coil Whine?

What is Coil Whine?

We’ve all heard of the term, coil whine, but what exactly is it?   As the PC experts, here at Overclockers UK, we’ve compiled everything you need know about coil whine. We’ll be highlighting what exactly it is, which components often experience it, the common causes, and our top tips and tricks to prevent coil whine.   Coil Whine: Coil whine is typically a high-pitched noise that is created by the vibration of the coils inside an electronic component. This includes graphics cards, power supplies, and motherboards.  …

Grab an Upgrade with the Overclockers UK Summer Sale 2023!

Grab an Upgrade with the Overclockers UK Summer Sale 2023!

The sun is out (hopefully), it’s summer, and you’ve got all the time in the world to play your favourite games. With this increased desire to play games or stream, you may have noticed your gaming PC struggling (or perhaps you just want to spoil yourself with a cheeky upgrade). If so, it’s definitely time for an update to your PC hardware or peripherals and thankfully the Overclockers UK Summer Sale has got your back!   We’ve compiled this complete list of our top favourite products…

Your Guide to the NVIDIA RTX 40 Series 

Your Guide to the NVIDIA RTX 40 Series 

Are you looking to upgrade to the latest NVIDIA RTX 40 Series GPUs? We’ve compiled all of our expert knowledge into this complete guide, highlighting everything you need to know about NVIDIA’s brand-new generation of graphics cards. Including all the hardware you need to upgrade.  NVIDIA RTX 40 Series: With the NVIDIA RTX 40 Series, harness the power of cutting-edge 3rd gen Ada Lovelace architecture. Engineered utilising a custom-made TSMC 4n process with 76 billion transistors designed to enhance performance in gaming, streaming, and content…

Experience Starfield at its Best with AMD Upgrades 

Experience Starfield at its Best with AMD Upgrades 

What’s better than a sprawling space RPG? A sprawling space RPG played on brand-new, shiny hardware! AMD and Starfield are talking our language.  What is Starfield?  ICYMI, Starfield is an upcoming RPG from Bethesda. Promising interstellar gameplay like never before, there are more than a thousand diverse planets to explore, with bustling cities and vast landscapes just waiting for you. Work with Constellation, the last remaining space explorers, as you take on quests that lead you to the far reaches of the Settled Systems.  Learn more…