Motherboards
Discover the latest Intel & AMD motherboards. From in-depth reviews and expert build guides, to enhanced hardware overviews. Learn everything you need to know about computer motherboards from the team at Overclockers UK.
Upgrading Your PC: Embrace the Future with Next-Gen Computer Hardware
There’s never been a better time to start thinking about upgrading to next-gen PC hardware. If you are on the fence and need some further convincing, then this blog post is for you! We’ve put together this extensive guide to next-gen PC hardware to ensure you have all the information and inspiration for your future upgrade. What are you waiting for? Let’s jump straight to it. Why Should I Upgrade to Next-Gen PC Hardware? Armed with the latest gen of PC hardware, you’ll have everything…
How to Update Your BIOS in Windows 11
Upgrading your BIOS can seem like a daunting task to even the most seasoned PC gamer, but don’t panic! In this guide, we’ve covered everything you need to know about updating your BIOS in Windows 11. So, What is a BIOS Anyway? Your computer's BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) plays a crucial role in the functioning of your gaming PC. It acts as the interface between your hardware and software, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Essentially, the BIOS interfaces with all the PC components, allowing them to…
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…
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…
Work From Home: Make the Most of Your Desk (Part 6)
Well, here we are. Part 6, the end of our little series on how we, the Overclockers Content Team, set up our workspaces at home. So let’s get this show on the road and let you guys peek into the world of how I work. The OcUK WFH Saga So Far Before I wax poetically on about my setup, why not check out the amazing articles that came before mine, and see where the magic happens for my fellow Overclockers UK content creators. Emily Rob Glyn…
Top 5 Motherboards for Gaming!
At the heart of any gaming PC is the motherboard. Responsible for connecting all of your vital components together to allow them to work in sync, a high-quality motherboard is a must. Therefore, we’ve put together this list of our top five motherboards for gaming! Each of these boards come equipped with support for the latest generation of processors, DDR5 RAM, along with a full suite of innovative features designed to enhance your gaming performance. Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Elite X DDR5 ATX Motherboard: The Gigabyte…
Your Guide to PCIe – Everything You Need to Know
With so much hardware under the hood of your gaming PC, it’s important to keep it all up to date. We’re going to take a look at PCIe and break down everything it does for you. What is PCIe? PCIe stands for peripheral component interconnect express. It is a standard of interface designed for, and used by, high-speed components. That means any hardware that has to send large of amounts of data quickly will usually favour using PCIe. But we’ll come back to that. There…
Get Your Hands On 13th Gen Intel Now!
Less than a month ago, 13th Gen Intel processors were announced, the Raptor Lake series. Built upon the innovative hybrid architecture we first saw in the previous generation Alder Lake processors, this new line-up is packed with industry-leading features perfect for gaming, content creation, and streaming. We are very excited to announce that they are now available to buy at Overclockers UK! Beyond Performance 13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake processors utilise an advanced hybrid architecture. Similar to that seen in Alder Lake, this technology has…
Amazing Upgrades with a B650 AM5 Motherboard and AMD Ryzen 7000
The AMD Ryzen 7000 Series officially hit our shelves on September 27th, along with their X670/E chipset motherboards. Today, we’re getting more AMD goodies joining the line-up! Their B650 series chipsets are officially available. Sit back and relax as we take a look at these two new chipsets and how they compare to the previously launched motherboards. The New Chipset There are two new chipsets compatible with the AMD Ryzen 7000 Series: the B650 and B650E. As you would expect, these sport the new AM5…
Anatomy of a Motherboard – Everything You Need to Know!
Whether you are a complete beginner or a veteran PC builder who wants to touch up your hardware knowledge – look no further! Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve created a dedicated ‘Anatomy of’ series, designed to show you what goes into all the important PC components. This blog article is all about motherboards. What is a Motherboard? At the centre of any gaming PC is the motherboard. As one of the most fundamental parts of any computer, the motherboard is responsible for interfacing all of…
Motherboard Form Factors Explained: Everything You Need to Know!
When it comes to selecting the perfect components for your dream gaming PC, it can seem a little daunting. Especially when you have to consider the size of your hardware, not just the type of hardware you need. But fear not – that's where our team of PC experts at Overclockers UK comes in! We’ve compiled this handy guide detailing everything you need to know about different motherboard form factors, so sit back, grab a cuppa, and keep on reading. What is a Motherboard? As…
End of Year Showdown – The Best Hardware of 2021
We've seen plenty of great hardware launches this year! As we approach 2022, we're taking a look back at our favourite hardware of 2021. Kicking things off has to be graphics cards. This year both Team Green and Team Red have launched some incredible cards, but we're going to look at just one from AMD and one from NVIDIA. Both of the gaming GPUs are aimed at the casual gamer, but offer excellent graphical performance and the latest gaming features for AAA games at an…