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Graphics Wars – Choose what’s right for you!
There is no component more vital to a gaming PC than the graphics card. It's the engine behind every top game, and picking the right card means your rig will run the most demanding games for years. Graphics cards are no joke, but that does mean that it can be tricky to pick the right part. If you're not sure about how graphics cards work, then read on – and if you still need to pick a card, then read our guide for the top…
Dan Case Launches the A4-SFX v1 – Exclusive to OcUK!
Designed as a direct response to those in need of a powerful machine with a minimal footprint, the Dan Case A4-SFX v1 – created by Daniel Hansen, is a lightweight chassis with physical dimensions comparable to a shoe box. Making efficient use of the internal layout with hardware mounting options on a vertical basis, the A4-SFX v1 allows for the installation of standard size hardware – doing away with custom components as well as performance compromises. Crafted from brushed aluminium with ventilated panels – manufactured…
Super Flower launches Leadex II Gold Series PSUs
Placing an emphasis on power efficiency and prolonged stability, Super Flower has refreshed their Leadex Gold Series PSUs, now known as the Leadex II Gold Series. Incorporating a wealth of improvements in the construction and materials of internal components, the latest models will feature 100% Japanese capacitors on the PCB and 100% Taiwan A Grade capacitors on the modular back panels. This provides sustainability for prolonged durations of use with operating temperatures rated for 105℃. Integrating a multitude of power protection features, should there be…
Phanteks Launches the Enthoo Elite
Premium engineering, improvement and innovation. The Phanteks Enthoo Elite. Taking advantage of modular design and superior materials, Phanteks Enthoo Elite is the latest chassis for the high-end market, delivering a housing that's built to house the the highest of enthusiast components. Allowing for two discrete systems to be contained within the same chassis, the Enthoo Elite allows users to install a large system measuring E-ATX form factors at the largest or Mini-ITX form-factors at the smallest to be installed within its main chamber, along with…
Air Coolers In-Depth
There are all sorts of options for keeping your processor chilled, but air coolers remain the cheapest and easiest and most versatile option. You can spend between £10 and £100 on an air cooler, and choose huge heatsinks with multiple fans or fan-free models for pure silence. Vast units are ideal for overclocking, and smaller cooler slot inside small-form-factor systems. Our guide explains how these important components function – and gives you an overview of the entire market. We've also picked out some of our…
King of the cases, what’s right for you?
Enthusiasts spend hours picking parts, but too many people give too little thought to another vital component: their case. That’s a shame, because cases are important: a good case can make a system easier to build, offer more room for extra components and make your PC run with better temperatures and less noise. And let’s not forget the aesthetics, either – a good case can make your rig look stunning. We’ve got a huge range of the best computer cases at Overclockers UK – here…
Raijintek PAEAN Benchtable Now Available
Merging minimalistic design with practical functionality, Raijintek has launched the PAEAN Benchtable. Crafted from a black, hair-silk plate of fine aluminium the Raijintek PAEAN takes traits from most recent cases and marries the tempered glass trend to an open-bench format. Supporting up to x3 3.5" drives along with x3 2.5" inch drives, the PAEAN chassis utilises a dual-chamber layout to divide the power supply and storage compartments to a single area - opening up the opposing side for test-bed purposes. Not only does this create…
The Asus ROG Claymore is now in stock!
The long awaited Asus ROG Claymore has landed! The Asus ROG Claymore RGB mechanical keyboard joins the Aura certified family, giving unprecedented lighting control over even more of your gaming environment. The Claymore is an 80% tenkeyless design with distinct Republic Of Gamers detailing on the top plate of the chassis to complete the premium ROG look. The unique and personalisable lighting system will make sure your gear stands out above the rest and will surely turn heads! Modular and portable design - The Asus…
The Raijintek Asterion Plus & Asterion Classic
The Raijintek Asterion Plus & Asterion Classic Bringing competition to the high-end of the market , Raijintek has launched two new E-ATX size chassis – The Raijintek Asterion Plus & The Asterion Classic. Straying further away from the visual theme which earlier products portrayed, Raijintek's newest cases hold more in common with the elegant aesthetics set by their most recent designs. Raijintek's latest chassis certainly catch the eye – looking rather distinct while adopting more modern design traits, the visual transition from "Gamer With Attitude"…
PC & Console VR Explained
Virtual Reality is one of the biggest deals in gaming and computing, with dozens of companies trying to grab a slice of this futuristic pie. The amount of choice is great for consumers, but it’s confusing too. The virtual reality headsets on the market are divided into two mains camps: the PC hardware takes most of the plaudits for high-end performance, are console headsets are beginning to make waves. And then there are smartphone headsets, too. We’ve delved into the packed market to explain the…
Monitors Explained
No gaming, home or office PC is complete without a monitor, and there’s never been more choice. Gamers can pick from sync-equipped screens with curved panels, while movie buffs can choose widescreen monitors with incredible colour accuracy. There’s a PC monitor for every budget and scenario, which is why we’ve put together this guide to the technologies, resolutions and features on screens in 2016 – whether you’re after a cheap PC monitor or a mighty 4K gaming monitor. Panel Greeting: The vast majority of monitors…
Class and style: The Phanteks Enthoo Evolv ATX Glass!
The next evolution - The Phanteks Enthoo Evolv ATX Glass does away with the norm when it comes to side panels and replaces the entirety of both sides with a beautiful and classy tempered full-glass window. This is the ultimate full aluminium case to show off every inch of your custom build, including your pristine cable management skills! The Evolv ATX Glass is available for pre-order in three different finishes - Black, Silver, and Gun Metal. This allows you to choose a Phanteks Evolv Glass…