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MOUZ and noblechairs Make a New HERO
Two icons have teamed up once again to bring us something epic. Introducing the noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair MOUZ Edition. This new gaming chair brings together the superior ergonomics of noblechairs and the gaming prowess of the MOUZ esports team. Sporting their signature stylish black and red colour scheme, this is the perfect throne to cheer them on. Who are MOUZ? MOUZ, formerly known as Mousesports, is an esports team based in Hamburg. They have been on the esports scene for roughly twenty years, winning…
Wrist Rests: Why It’s Important to Have One
When it comes to our gaming set-up, we want nothing short of perfection. From choosing the right keyboard, even down to the keycaps and switches, to getting the right gaming PC for your play style. No detail is too small. Today, we’re taking a look at an ergonomic must: the wrist rest. It may not be the most glamorous addition to your set-up, but it will save you aches and pains – making it the real MVP in our books. So, grab yourself a cuppa…
Save Money with These Energy-Efficient Peripherals!
If you’ve built the perfect energy-efficient PC, then you’ll need some incredible peripherals to match! Thankfully, we’ve put together this list of some of our favourite energy-efficient peripherals that are sure to help defeat your enemies and cut down your electricity bill. Our Favourite Energy-Efficient Peripherals USB Hubs: With a USB Hub, you can quickly turn off any of your USB-powered devices to stop them from draining power when not in use. Streamplify USB Hub: Streamline your battle station with the Streamplify USB Hub. With…
What Graphics Card Do I Have? Here’s How to Check
Do you want to play the latest AAA games but don’t know if your PC can handle it? Before you can experience high-quality performance and play all of your favourite games, you need to make sure you have a graphics card installed that is compatible with the minimum requirements. If you don’t know how to check what graphics card you have installed – fear not! We’ve compiled all our expert PC knowledge into this article to show you how to check what GPU you have. …
The Best Racing Wheels for your Sim Set-up
Put full control in your hands, with the best steering wheels for sim racing. Whether you’re into F1 esports or have loved sim racers since Crash Team Racing, adding a specialised steering wheel to your gaming set-up is going to elevate your experience. There’s nothing like racing around tight chicanes and flying across the finish line to get the heart pumping! If you’re looking to add a racing wheel into your set-up, then you’re in luck! Today, we’re taking a deep dive into the best…
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…
Overclockers UK’s Expert Top Tips for Cleaning Your Keyboard
You wouldn’t think it, but our keyboards get a battering. From working all day to gaming all night, they see a lot of action and grubby fingers. Some of us snack at our desks (guilty!). Sometimes we spill stuff (again, guilty). But generally, dirt, dust, and grime will build up without our intervention. This is why it’s super important to keep your gaming keyboard nice and clean. In general, it’s imperative to keep your gaming set-up clean and tidy, but today we’re focusing on this…
Celebrate Fallout’s 25th Anniversary with a Special Edition noblechairs
Today, Fallout celebrates its 25th birthday. For twenty-five years, we have been exploring this retrofuturistic Americana to the backdrop of a post-apocalyptic nuclear wasteland. To best mark this momentous occasion, Bethesda and noblechairs have teamed up once again to bring us not just an amazing special edition gaming chair, but three Fallout-themed pillow sets too. So, take a swig of your Nuka-Cola Quantum and check out these iconic additions to the noblechairs line-up. Now with Added Strontium-90 For the first time ever, the noblechairs ICON…
ATX 3.0 Power Supplies Explained: Everything You Need to Know
With more next-gen technology being released, there’s never been a better time to upgrade your PC. To fully take advantage of all this incredible tech, you’ll need to ensure your PC has plenty of high-quality power. That’s where ATX 3.0 PSUs come in! These power supplies have been specifically designed to work alongside all the latest demanding hardware to deliver you maximum performance. We’re here with all the key information you need about ATX 3.0, including a few cheeky top product recommendations. Keep on reading…
Everything You Need to Upgrade to the AMD Ryzen 7000 Series!
If you want to harness the power of the all-new AMD Ryzen 7000 series, then this is the guide for you! Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve compiled everything you need into one handy article. This includes all the CPUs in the series, compatible AM5 motherboards, and coolers, along with the other essentials to create the perfect gaming PC! The AMD Ryzen 7000 Series Designed to deliver you outstanding performance, the latest generation of AMD CPUs comes fully equipped with an array of cutting-edge features. The…
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…
How to Choose the Perfect Key switches for Your Mechanical Keyboard
When it comes to selecting the perfect key switch, there is a multitude of different options for you to choose from. To make this process easier for you, here at Overclockers UK we’ve compiled all of our expert knowledge about mechanical key switches into one article. We’ll be showing you all the different types of key switches from Cherry MX, Glorious, and Ducky, along with some of our favourite mechanical gaming keyboards! What is a Mechanical Key Switch? Without a key switch, you wouldn’t be…