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Get Summer Ready With Amazing Refract Gaming PCs
Summer is here! But who wants to play outside when video games have breathtaking scenery that rivals even the most beautiful national park? Better to embrace your geekiness and avoid the horrors of the outdoors, with a Refract Gaming PC by your side. Who wants to be eaten by bugs and get terrible sunburn anyway? Whether you’ve got an existing backlog of games or a fresh load from the Steam Summer Sale, it’s time to fire up your system and start grinding. Provided, that is,…
How to Tell the Difference Between all the PSU Connectors
If you need an in-depth look at all the different PSU connectors to ensure you know what goes where when building your dream PC, then look no further! Our team of PC experts at Overclockers UK has compiled this guide to give all the tools and information you need on different PSU connectors. Before we take a closer look at all the different connectors, check out our ultimate guide to PSUs for a quick handy refresh on power supplies! Read More Different Types of PSU Not…
Make Your Streaming Sizzle This Summer
Here at Overclockers UK, we love streaming. Setting up streaming PCs, watching charity streams, even professional streaming – we just can’t get enough and know you can’t either. This is why we’ve decided to share our love for streaming and hopefully help you level up. So, buckle up as we share a few of our favourite streaming PCs, hardware, and peripherals, plus explain why we think they’re great for Twitch partners and budding superstars alike. Gaming PCs Built for Streaming First things first – have…
How to Update Your Ducky Keyboard’s Firmware
We all know that frustrating feeling when you are in the middle of a boss battle and your keyboard suddenly fails and stops working. Thankfully, however, if you have a Ducky keyboard, there are ways to troubleshoot any unexpected and rather annoying, errors you may stumble across. Some of the problems you may encounter could include certain keys or commands not being recognised or intermittent input lag. A simple fix to this can be, updating your keyboard’s firmware to the latest one available. Whilst this…
Jonsbo VR3 and VR4 – Small Form Factor Builds to the Max
Over the years, Jonsbo has released some innovative PC cases. The Jonsbo VR3 and VR4 are no exception. Both of these chassis sport small footprints, sleek mesh casing, and extensive hardware support. Installing the hardware has some serious Tetris vibes, and we are living for the expert design. Check out these beautiful cases. Shared Features While the Jonsbo VR3 and VR4 differ in many ways, there are some core features across the VR range. Both cases have a mesh outer shell, providing phenomenal airflow to…
What are the Best PCs for Video Editing?
With many of us choosing to actively work from home, those in the creative industry may be left wondering what are the best PCs for video editing? But look no further! Overclockers UK is back with another blog post in our ‘Best PCs for’ series, informing you of everything you need in a superior PC suitable for video editing. We’ve included our top hardware recommendations and some incredible pre-built systems, perfect for both work and play. What You Need For video and photo editing, you need…
The Best PC Monitors for 2K and 4K Gaming!
To help you unlock stunning visuals in all your favourite games, Overclockers UK is here with our guide to the best 2K and 4K PC monitors! We’ve even paired these with some of our pre-built gaming PCs that are compatible with 2K and 4K gaming. 2K Gaming What is a 2K Gaming Monitor? Monitors that support 2K gaming or QHD (Quad High-Definition) have 2,000 pixels and typically have a resolution of 2560x1440. Is a 2K Monitor Good for Gaming? 2K monitors are perfect for gamers…
Gaming Has Never Been Cooler with the Infin8 Frostbyte
Just when you thought PC gaming couldn’t get any cooler, the Infin8 Frostbyte is released. Taking inspiration from the Cryocube, this is an all-white overclocked gaming PC featuring the latest hardware, a custom water-cooling system, and the frostiest aesthetic on the market. No joke, this gaming titan has a custom-printed frosted effect on the tempered glass panels. Just feast your eyes on this beaut! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Q9aOLCoKZY Chill Aesthetic The Infin8 Frostbyte takes “eye-catching” to a whole new level. This all-white gaming PC positively glows. Naturally, the…
Mouse Grips: Why and When You Want to Use Them
Your gaming mouse is a key part of your battle station. During long and intense games, it will stay perfectly cupped in your hand, enduring endless clicks and a torrent of sweat bursting from your palms. So, it deserves some special treatment. That’s why you might be considering fitting it out with an appropriate mouse grip. Not only can this gaming accessory help you get a grip, but it can elevate your gameplay and protect your precious peripheral at the same time. We're going to…
Ryzen 7000: Everything We Know About AMD’s New Generation of CPU
AMD has been on quite the journey over the last five years with their Ryzen line. Now, Team Red is set to launch the 7000 series in 2022. Promising significant performance improvements, new features via Zen 4 micro architecture, and the AM5 platform for motherboards. It has all the potential on paper to be one of the best gaming CPUs available. Let’s dive into everything we know about the AMD Ryzen 7000 to see why that’s possible. Ryzen 7000 Series Features and Highlights We may…
Solid State Drives and Hard Drive Form Factors Explained
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 showing you everything you need to know about SSD & HDD form factors. Solid State Drive (SSD): What is a Solid State Drive? A Solid State…
Great Games for You to Play with Your Friends This Weekend
The weekend is here, which means it’s finally time to put your feet up and spend some quality time with friends. To do that, you’ll want some stellar games you can all enjoy together. We’ve had an ask around here at Overclockers UK to find out what games our team is planning on playing with their squad. Read on to discover some great games you and your friends can enjoy together this weekend, as well as some excellent gaming PCs to play them on. Plus,…