Storage
Want more byte for your buck? Faster fetch rates? We talk speedy SSDs and terabyte-heavy hard drives to help you get the right storage for your gaming PC.
Tech Every Photographer Needs This Year
Whether you’re a protog or a newbie photographer, there's a boatload of tech out there that can make your life a million times easier. In this article, we’re breaking down some awesome tech every photographer should have. When it comes to photography gear, everyone's got a lot of 👠O p I n I o N s 👠whether you think Fujifilm are the goat or bokeh is boring, we’re not here to judge... and to be honest, we’re not even going to wade into…
Overclockers UK Best Christmas Stocking Fillers Gift Guide
Is there anything more festive than a line of stockings hanging from the mantle on the fireplace? We’ve selected some great stocking fillers for the gamer in your life. There are two requirements to make a present qualify as a stocking filler. First, it has to be small enough to fit inside an oversized sock. Second, whilst not an absolute must, they are usually at a lower price point to the big-ticket items waiting patiently under the tree. With this in mind, we've curated a…
Upgrading Your PC: Embrace the Future with Next-Gen Computer Hardware
There’s never been a better time to start thinking about upgrading to next-gen PC hardware. If you are on the fence and need some further convincing, then this blog post is for you! We’ve put together this extensive guide to next-gen PC hardware to ensure you have all the information and inspiration for your future upgrade. What are you waiting for? Let’s jump straight to it. Why Should I Upgrade to Next-Gen PC Hardware? Armed with the latest gen of PC hardware, you’ll have everything…
How to Format a Hard Drive
Knowing how to format a hard drive can be incredibly useful, and it’s nowhere near as scary or complicated as it sounds – we promise! Whether you want to get your new shiny hard drive ready for use, are looking for a way to fix common software issues, or want to quickly wipe clean an HDD, hard drive formatting can do it all. In our helpful guide to hard drive formatting, we’ve covered absolutely everything you need to know. This includes why you want to…
How to Password Protect an External Hard Drive
Knowing how to password protect an external hard drive can be incredibly useful for adding an extra layer of protection for your precious files and data. It’s not nearly as complicated as it sounds, and thankfully we’ve put together this helpful detailing exactly how to set up a password on your external hard drive. Why Should I Password Protect My External Hard Drive? An external hard drive boasts multiple benefits for gamers, streamers, and professionals alike. They can serve as a portable storage solution that…
How to Clone a Hard Drive
Cloning a hard drive is an incredibly useful trick for those looking to back up files, upgrade your storage solution, or copy your data between multiple PCs. It might sound like a super scary, complicated process but in fact, it’s the exact opposite! With our handy hard drive cloning guide, you’ll find the entire process super simple and easy to do, allowing you to get back to the more important things, *cough cough* gaming and snacking *cough*... Why Should I Clone My Hard Drive? Hard…
Which External Hard Drive is the Best?
Having plentiful storage is imperative, especially as a gamer with a massive library of AAA titles. To help facilitate this, you can boost your gaming PC’s storage capacity by investing in a high-quality external hard drive. But which external hard drive is best? To help you decide which external drive is right for you, we’ve decided to take a deep dive into all the different types of external drives, including HDDs, SSDs, and USB flash memory sticks. External Hard Drive An external hard drive can…
Grab an Upgrade with the Overclockers UK Summer Sale 2023!
The sun is out (hopefully), it’s summer, and you’ve got all the time in the world to play your favourite games. With this increased desire to play games or stream, you may have noticed your gaming PC struggling (or perhaps you just want to spoil yourself with a cheeky upgrade). If so, it’s definitely time for an update to your PC hardware or peripherals and thankfully the Overclockers UK Summer Sale has got your back! We’ve compiled this complete list of our top favourite products…
PCIe 5.0 SSDs: Next-generation Super-Fast Storage is Here!
The latest generation of PCIe has arrived! PCIe 5.0 SSDs boast a suite of performance enhancing features, including notably faster read and write speeds. If you’re looking to upgrade to a PCIe 5.0 SSD, then we’ve compiled everything you need to know into one handy post. We’ll be highlighting what exactly PCIe 5.0 is, how it compares to previous generations, and all the benefits it brings to gamers and creative professionals, alike. Corsair Force MP700 1TB PCIe 5.0 M.2 SSD What is PCIe 5.0? PCIe…
OcUK’s Guide to Storage: How to Best Use HDDs and SSDs
Graphics cards and processors might get the headlines, but no gaming PC is complete without storage. The type of storage you use can make a huge difference to the speed and responsiveness of your PC. This guide is going to take you through how each different type of storage drive can be best placed in your gaming PC. From ultra-fast NVMe SSDs to large-capacity HDDs, they all have a use and function to optimise your gaming PC’s performance. Is Storage Important? Storage is very important.…
Which Memory Stick is Best?
Ultra-fast and reliable storage is a must-have for any work or gaming set up. But which memory stick is best? To ensure you can find the best storage solution for your set up, we’ve decided to showcase the different types of memory sticks, along with a few of our top recommendations. What is a Memory Stick? A memory stick, or USB drive, is a portable storage device that will typically plug into a USB port on your laptop or computer. Memory sticks can be used…
Everything You Need to Know about M.2 SSDs
High-quality storage is a must in any gaming PC. M.2 SSDs boast fast data transfer speeds and loading times in a small form factor. If increasing your storage is on your gaming resolution list, then here at Overclockers UK, we have got the guide for you! Our team has compiled everything you need to about M.2 SSDs to help you decide if this storage solution is for you. M.2 Solid State Drives: M.2 is a type of Solid State Drive form factor. M.2 SSDs will…