Peripherals
Peripherals are key to your gaming edge and style. Explore expert reviews and guides on the best gaming accessories to enhance your performance and setup.
What Is the Difference: CPI vs DPI?
CPI vs DPI – when shopping for your next mouse upgrade, you’ve most likely heard these two terms. But what does it mean? In this blog post, we’re taking a deep dive into CPI and DPI, highlighting what each one means and exploring if there is a difference between them. What Does CPI Mean? CPI stands for ‘counts per inch’’ and refers to the number of pixels that fit into one inch of the sensor. The higher the CPI, the more sensitive your mouse is…
OcUK Work From Home Lifestyle Series: Pastel Office
Phillips Evnia 34'' 34M2C8600 Curved Ultrawide MonitorDucky One 3 Gossamer USB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard - PinkGlorious Model O Odin USB RGB Gaming Mouse - PinkLian Li O11 Dynamic Snow Mini PC CaseLian Li Galahad II Trinity AiO 240mm RGB CPU CoolerCorsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 RAM Pastel Haven Your gaming and office set-up needs to perfectly meet both your requirements and aesthetic. Blending white hardware with a mix of other light colours and RGB touches is the perfect way to create your very…
Are Mouse Mats Necessary?
The age-old question. Do you really need a mouse mat or gaming surface? I mean, surely that piece of A4 paper is doing the same job, right? In this article, we’re answering all your questions about mouse mats. Listen, home slice, it’s not 2004 anymore. You can retire the free tiny square mouse mat with adverts for long-defunct companies on it. All jokes aside, we’ve come a long way from those tiny glossy mouse mats. You can pick up a gaming surface in practically any…
Key Updates to Make in 2024
2024 is in full swing now and there’s never been a better time to start thinking about updating your gaming set-up. There’s plenty of incredible new tech out there just waiting to boost your gaming and productivity. Don’t know where to start? We’ve put together this handy round up of all the key updates you should make to your PC and set-up in 2024. What Updates Should I Make in 2024? PCIe 5.0 PCIe 5.0 has been fine-tuned for high-performance gaming and demanding workloads. This…
Best Gaming Chairs (And More!) For Fallout Fans
It’s no secret that we are Fallout stans. So, it is our great pleasure to round up the best gaming chairs (and more!) for Fallout fans. We have a great selection of special edition Fallout noblechairs, each with their own matching pillow sets, plus a little bit extra. Just imagine watching the new show from one of these! Get your shopping lists at the ready, because we are rounding up all the Fallout-themed goodies available at Overclockers UK. Vintage Vault-Tec We start with the vintage…
Headset vs Headphones: Which is Better for Gaming and Why?
Headset vs headphones – is one better for gaming? We’re taking a deep dive into the audio world, exploring what headsets and headphones are, and determining which one is better for gaming. What is a Headset? A headset will typically feature both a built-in microphone and speakers. Connecting directly to your PC, a headset allows you to listen to music and chat to your friends online simultaneously. You can find both wired and wireless variants, each with its own set of pros and cons. Wired…
OcUK Work From Home Lifestyle Series: Digital Nomad
Elgato USB 15 Key Customisable Stream Deck V2noblechairs ICON Gaming Chair - Black Portable Perfection At a glance, my setup combines the use of a 27” 4K widescreen monitor and small form factor PC, with an array of portable hardware including Apple M1 MacBook Air, Apple iPad Pro 11” and two of what I believe are the best Logitech peripherals ever made. In addition to this, I have of course added a sprinkling of RGB lighting for good measure, producing a setup that not only…
Top Five Easter Deals with Cracking Savings
We’re back with five cracking deals in our Easter sale to help you save big on your gaming hardware, peripherals, and more. Put down that chocolate egg and check out these top five deals below. ASUS GeForce RTX 4070 Dual OC White 12GB GDDR6X Graphics Card Unlock eggs-cellent graphics and immersive gameplay with the ASUS GeForce RTX 4070 Graphics Card. Egg-quipped with powerful Ada Lovelace architecture and 5888 CUDA cores, this GPU will render all your favourite gaming worlds in stunning hyper-realistic quality. Cutting-edge RT…
Laser vs Optical Mouse: Which is Better for Gaming?
Laser vs optical mouse – is one truly better for gaming? We’re taking a closer look at laser and optical mice, detailing their differences, pros and cons, along with determining which is better for gaming. As an added bonus, we’ve got some cheeky upgrades at the end so keep on reading for more! What is a Laser Mouse? A laser mouse utilises a laser diode to track mouse movements. Built with laser tracking technology, these mice boast enhanced tracking capability and heightened sensitivity. Laser mice…
DOOM Gaming Room Set Up
noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair DOOM EditionDucky x DOOM SF Gaming KeyboardOcUK Mega Mat XXL Gaming SurfaceBenQ 32" PD3205U IPS 4K Gaming Monitor Rip and Tear Take on the hordes of hell in comfort, from the noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair DOOM Edition. This large gaming chair has integrated, adjustable lumbar support, 4D armrests, and a lockable tilt rocking mechanism, enabling you to configure the superior ergonomic features to meet your needs. What’s more, the officially licenced DOOM design will make a fine centrepiece in your gaming…
Ducky Switch Kits Explained: From Jade to Jellyfish Y
The world of switches has grown at Overclockers UK. Today, we’re talking Ducky Switch Kits. Ducky is well and truly established as a gaming keyboard titan. A lot of their models utilise Cherry MX switches. But with the Quack Mechanics hot-swapping and ProjectD offering near unlimited customisations, it was only a matter of time before we saw Ducky switch kits hit our virtual shelves. Switches Galore We stock a great variety of mechanical switches at Overclockers UK. Brush up on all things Cherry MX and…
The Ultimate Racing Sim Set-Up
Hot off the finishing line is our Ultimate Racing Sim Set-Up. Powered by only the finest gaming hardware, furniture, and peripherals, this gaming set-up comes packed with everything you need to secure the top spot on the podium. Racing Games There are countless racing sim games out there each one more action packed than the other. We couldn’t just pick one racing game to base this entire set-up around – it was too difficult, okay? Instead, we’re giving you a cheeky little round-up of some…