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Lian Li O11D EVO XL – The Best Just Got Bigger
We all love the Lian Li O11D EVO, but how do you improve upon this masterpiece of case design? You make it bigger of course! Introducing, the Lian Li O11D EXO XL. Everything about the O11D EVO XL has been enhanced. Bigger compartments, bigger airflow, bigger radiator support. With this chassis, you can build that hench gaming PC. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ElDZj5oV4v4 Room for Everything The engineers at Lian Li must’ve looked at their design documents for the O11D EVO and gone this is perfect, how do we…
How to Tell Which Version of Windows Your Gaming PC is Using
Windows 10 or 11, which one does your PC currently have? Knowing which operating system you have installed can be incredibly useful, especially if you are looking to upgrade, adjust your settings, take advantage of handy shortcuts, or even download the latest AAA games. It’s a lot easier than it sounds to check which version of Windows you are using, and thankfully we’ve put together everything you need to know to streamline the process even further. Don’t say we don’t spoil you! Windows 10 vs…
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…
Darth Vader Small Office Setup
noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair Darth Vader EditionDucky One2 RGB USB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Black Cherry MX Switch UK LayoutEndgame Gear XM2WE Wireless Optical Lightweight Gaming Mouse - Black (EGG-XM2WE-BLK) Join The Dark Side of the Office Cue the Imperial March and join the Dark Side with our incredibly sleek Darth Vader inspired office setup.Enjoy superior comfort while commanding the Death Star thanks to the noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair Darth Vader Edition. This ergonomic office chair is officially licensed by Disney and designed to emulate everyone’s…
How to Clone a Hard Drive
Cloning a hard drive is an incredibly useful trick for those looking to back up files, upgrade your storage solution, or copy your data between multiple PCs. It might sound like a super scary, complicated process but in fact, it’s the exact opposite! With our handy hard drive cloning guide, you’ll find the entire process super simple and easy to do, allowing you to get back to the more important things, *cough cough* gaming and snacking *cough*... Why Should I Clone My Hard Drive? Hard…
Head Back to School with The Sims 4: High School Years Expansion Pack
This expansion pack for The Sims 4 has us heading back to school in the best way possible. The High School Years pack lets you take your teenage Sims on campus to experience all the highs and lows of these tumultuous times. From their first day of school all the way to graduation, there’s a lot you can do and experience. Here’s everything you need to know before picking up The Sims 4: High School Years and sending your teens to class! Live Your Best…
Sims 4 is Free-to-Play – So Treat Yourself to These Bundles!
After nearly ten years, the Sims 4 ditched its entry fee and went free-to-play from October 18th 2023! As it frees up the finances of new and old players alike, it’s a great excuse to treat yourself to some of the many, many packs available. Sims 4 sells additional content in three ways – hefty expansion packs, substantial yet niche game packs, and charming if shallow stuff packs. With over three dozen to choose from, it’s a good thing you can pick one of each…
The Top Five ASUS Laptops to Take Back to School!
If you’ve just started back at school, college or university you don’t want your ageing PC or laptop to let you down, ASUS Laptops are great for studying. Thanks to their portability, reliability, and powerful performance, ASUS laptops are great for taking notes, steaming through assignments, or gaming in your free time. There’s nothing worse than running out of battery during a lecture, slow performance hampering your creative ability, or everything freezing just before you hit save! To prevent your tech getting in the way…
The Best Laptops to Take Back to School
If you’ve just started back at school, college, or university, you don’t want your clunky old laptop to let you down. There’s nothing worse than running out of battery during a lecture, slow performance hampering your creative ability, or losing work just before you hit save. Gaming Laptops powered by NVIDIA graphics can keep up with your busy timetable thanks to their reliability, speed, and powerful performance. For example, you can quickly take notes, power through assignments, and then spend your evening gaming. NVIDIA GeForce…
Back to Uni – The Overclockers UK Way
As per usual, the summer holidays have flown by. Somehow, it is already time to think about going back to uni! The younger kids go back to school in September, but for those starting or returning to University, Fresher’s Week is still a couple of weeks off. With your reading lists, accommodation, and timetables all sorted, it’s now time to think about your desk. Here at Overclockers UK, we have the perfect equipment for your university desk – which can handily double-up as premium gaming…
Back to School: Five Games for the New Term
Whether you’ve been out of the education system for years or are still diligently returning each year, September has undeniable back to school vibes. We’ve got the itch to return to some hallowed halls, but in an infinitely more fun way. We’ve had an ask around the Overclockers UK office and gathered five of our favourite games set in and around schools. (School gameplay not mandatory!) The Sims 4 High School Years Of course, we have to start with the ultimate simulation of school life…
Cyber Vibes Custom Keyboard
Meet the Cyber Vibes Keyboard Parts List Ducky ProjectD Tinker 65 Barebone Keyboard - Black Glorious Kalih Brown Key Switches Traitors Infinity PBT 109 Keycaps CableMod Classic Coiled Cable – Dominator Yellow Are you ready for the future? With the Cyber Vibes custom keyboard, your gaming setup will be ready for every threat and twist the future throws your way. Explore the Cybercity Designed to captivate and destroy your enemies, the Cyber Vibes custom keyboard boasts a stunning vibrant yellow and black aesthetic, along with…