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Anatomy of an ATX Gaming PC – Here’s What You Need!
Ever wondered what you need to create the gaming PC of your dreams? Look no further! Our team of PC experts at Overclockers UK has compiled this helpful guide on what goes into different gaming systems. In this blog post, we will focus specifically on ATX Gaming PCs, showing you what components make up an ATX PC, the benefits and drawbacks, along with our top hardware recommendations. What is an ATX Gaming PC? Defined by the size of the hardware, an ATX gaming PC typically…
What are the Best PCs for Streaming?
With the popularity of streaming and content creation on the rise, many more of us are considering a career in streaming. As a result, you may be left thinking what are the best PCs for streaming? Thankfully, Overclockers UK is here to tell you everything you need to create a powerful streaming set-up that will impress both you and your audience. We’ve included some of our top product recommendations, pre-built systems, and some stylish peripherals to complete the look. What You Need: For professional streaming,…
8Pack Meteoroid MK2: Out of this World Performance
This year has seen the 8Pack Cryocube make its debut, now joining the line-up is the 8Pack Meteoroid MK2. Mini yet mighty, this gaming PC has been packed with high-performance hardware, custom water-cooling, and overclocked with the 8Pack touch. What more could you want from a premium gaming PC? A futuristic aesthetic, you say? Well, it’s got that too! As well as a myriad of customisation options allowing you to tailor this machine to your specific needs. Stellar. https://youtu.be/AQgY3vfyrj8 The Spec As always with 8Pack…
The Official System Requirements for Dying Light 2: Stay Human on PC
After a seven-year hiatus, the parkour edition of the zombie apocalypse is back and bigger than ever. Dying Light 2: Stay Human sees the pandemic spread from the city of Harran to the whole world. 22 years on from the first game, only two percent of humanity has avoided infection. As a new protagonist, with their own goal and motivation in this changed world, do you and your gaming PC have what it takes to survive and... stay human? Dying Light 2 Cinematic Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=68bZ1LKKh7Q&ab_channel=DyingLight…
L-Connect 3 is Here – Lian Li’s Latest Update to its RGB Software
L-Connect 3 is the latest version of Lian Li’s powerful RGB software, designed to work with a wide range of products including cases, Strimer V2 cables, UNI FAN SL and AL cooling fans, and AIO coolers. L-Connect 3 is a complete overhaul of Lian Li’s existing RGB software. You’ll find a new UI giving you a better user experience, compatibility with the latest Lian Li RGB hardware, and monitoring capabilities, allowing your components to react to changes in PC performance. We’re going to guide you…
Out of This World Casing: The Phanteks Eclipse G360A Mid Tower Case
With phenomenal looks and incredible cooling, the Phanteks Eclipse G360A expands on its predecessors, featuring a brand-new sleek design with next-generation technology. Available in both satin black and matte white, the Eclipse G360A has a sturdy steel construction which protects all your important gaming tech, with the added bonus of a sleek, modern aesthetic. Plus, the tempered glass side panel allows you to show off all your hardware, RGB lighting, and custom configurations with pride! Extraordinary Features: Tempered glass side panels allow you to display…
AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3D CPU: Next Generation 3D V-Cache Gaming Technology
After the release of AMD’s flagship CPU, the Ryzen 7 5800X 3D, Overclockers UK is here to tell you everything there is to know about this brand-new processor and AMD’s innovative 3D V-Cache technology. A Gaming Flagship CPU: The all-new AMD Ryzen 7 5800X 3D CPU is the latest innovation in gaming and PC hardware. Considered the latest gaming flagship, the 5800X 3D expands on the 5800X by introducing 3D V-Cache technology, along with Zen 3 architecture. Key Features of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D: …
Everything You Need to Know About The Elder Scrolls Online: High Isle
A new chapter is beginning in The Elders Scrolls Online, and a new part of Tamriel has opened up. High Isle is the next DLC being released for ESO and the first in the game’s sixth chapter – Legacy of the Bretons. This thrilling new arc presents a sinister and political story for players to experience and also unlocks the Systres Archipelago for the first time. This never-before-seen part of Tamriel promises a whole different kind of adventure. Journey to High Isle The big selling…
Phanteks Glacier G3090Ti Waterblocks: Powerful Cooling
Premium gaming components need highly efficient cooling hardware. With our gaming PCs now featuring an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3090Ti or two, we need even more thermal power to keep everything running at peak. Enter Phanteks. Expanding on their much-loved Glacier range, they have created the Glacier G3090Ti Waterblocks for Asus, MSI, and Gigabyte graphics cards. Juicy. New Kids on the Water Block There are three models in the Glacier G3090Ti range, each coming in two stylish colours. Pick from chrome or black, as you match…
Survive to Five: Back For a Second Year!
After such a successful first year, Save the Children’s Survive to Five streaming event is back! Last year, 22 streamers over the course of 5 days had the goal to raise $25,000. They absolutely smashed that, raising over three times the goal money. $87,000! This helped give over 150,000 children across the world a better chance of seeing their fifth birthday. Can they do it again this year? What is Survive to Five? Survive to Five is a streaming event run by the charity Save…
The Greatest Queens in All of Gaming
All together now! "God save our gaming queens, long live our gaming queens, God save the queens. Send them victorious, happy and glorious, long to reign over us, God save the gaming queens." 2022 marked the late Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee. The Platy Joobs, if you were so inclined. In celebration of this historic landmark, we thought it would be remiss to not celebrate our other favourite queens, too. These ladies have sat atop the throne of games for many years ruling with respect, power,…
Cherry MX Switches Explained: Everything You Need to Know!
When choosing what mechanical gaming keyboard to purchase, you’ve probably noticed the name ‘Cherry MX’ being thrown around a lot. Cherry MX Switches are one of the world’s leading brands of key switches for mechanical keyboards and offer a plethora of intelligent features and customisation options for you to unleash your creativity. By choosing the right Cherry MX switch, you can tailor your keyboard to suit your exact needs and enhance your performance one step further. To tell you absolutely everything there is to know…