Get Your Hands On 13th Gen Intel Now!

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

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! 

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!

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

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…

PCIe 4.0 & Riser Cables: Everything You Need to Know

PCIe 4.0 & Riser Cables: Everything You Need to Know

Over the last few years, we've seen an influx of increasingly attractive graphics cards as manufacturers begin to compete in not just performance but aesthetics. This raises the problem of how to fully flex your epic GPU without compromising on performance. The solution? A PCIe 4.0 riser cable!  What is PCIe 4.0, and Do I Need It? PCIe stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect Express. This interface connects high-speed components such as your graphics card, sound card, or even SSD to your motherboard. Desktop PCs usually…

AMD Ryzen 5000: Incredible Performance!

AMD Ryzen 5000: Incredible Performance!

AMD's Ryzen processors offer incredible computing power. This powerful performance makes them perfect for more than just gaming. That is to say, these CPUs are also the perfect upgrade for content creators. AMD's Ryzen 5000 processors are ideal for powerful, but inexpensive workstations. They provide great value for money when it comes to performance and compatible motherboards are more affordable than the TRX40 platform. However, choosing the correct motherboard for Ryzen plays an important role and this is why Overclockers UK have created this guide. With the Launch of…

Gigabyte Z97X-Game Plus

Gigabyte Z97X-Game Plus

The Gigabyte Z97X-Game Plus is priced under £100 and is the perfect motherboard for gamers. Supporting multi-graphics card support, with high quality audio capacitors and a Killer E2200 network controller, the ideal combination for every gamer.