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8Pack Edition Team Group Dark Pro & Xtreem Memory Kits
The new "8Pack Edition" Dark Pro- and Xtreem series from Team Group in cooperation with famous overclocking champion Ian "8Pack" Parry and the graphics card expert Andrew "Gibbo" Gibson represent the cutting edge in high-end memory kits. These memory modules, produced in conjunction with Caseking and Overclockers UK, have been manufactured to the highest standards in terms of quality, performance and compatibility and in the UK are available for purchase exclusively at the Overclockers UK shop. Premium Overclocked RAM - Selected & Produced According to…
Phanteks Evolv SHIFT & SHIFT-X ITX Cases: Evolved!
Introducing the Shift and Shift X, a small form factor duo that is perfect for any surrounding. A new level of premium, with dual aluminium and tempered glass panels with watercooling support. Small and elegant, perfect for AIO cooling - with a bold, simplistic design that works in any space without the compromise on hardware. Both models are available in Gunmetal Grey and Satin Black finishes, giving a subtle and understated look which fits right at home as a media centre or under-tv system just…
The new noblechairs EPIC Series White/Black
Avant-garde office chair brand noblechairs raises the bar up high by bringing you its impressive EPIC series swivel chairs pioneering the world's first gaming chair featuring valuable and exceedingly durable real leather covering. Their equally well-equipped faux leather siblings are made of 100% vegan polyurethane (PU) with similarly outstanding characteristics and a 25 per cent higher material thickness of 1.5 millimetres. The entire range of noblechairs' classy gamer seats shares the same stellar German design that strikes a perfect balance between luxury car-inspired appearance and…
How to get in to content creation
Content Creation Explored Content creation sounds like a corporate buzzword, but it refers to making YouTube videos and streaming on Twitch – two of the biggest areas in gaming and technology right now. They’re growing fast, so it’s no surprise that more people than ever count on these websites for their income – whether it’s their full-time job or just some cash on the side. YouTube was formed back in 2005 and has grown to become the world’s dominant video-sharing site. It’s tried to muscle…
The Ben Nevis Cooler: Optimised Advanced Edition!
The Ben Nevis Cooler: Optimised Advanced Edition Available for Pre-Order at Overclockers UK Now! The Ben Nevis Advanced represents a new addition to the portfolio of cooling specialist EKL and their Alpenföhn lineup, as well as a fresh, performance-optimised variant of their highly sought-after cooler. The increased surface area of the cooler, its asymmetric design, and its flat 130 mm PWM fan all combine to offer newcomers and price-to-performance conscious users a compact but quiet cooling solution. The cooler's installation eschews the need to screw it directly…
Mechanical Switches Explored!
Every serious PC gamer will rave about their favourite keyboard – and 99 times out of 100 that’s going to be a mechanical unit. There’s a reason that these old-school devices are the perfect companion for a modern gaming rig: they provide a solid, snappy and consistent typing action, the best speed and the most features. The key to every top-quality keyboard is the mechanical switch under each button. Typically, this isn’t a simple situation – several companies make different switches, and they’ve got game-changing…
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…