Buyers Guide
Overwhelmed by the huge selection of PC hardware available? Our expert buyers guide cover key topics including hardware, peripherals, software, & PC builds, helping you make informed decisions for your next computer upgrade.
Want to Save Money When Building a Gaming PC? Here’s Our Top Five Tips!
Building your dream gaming PC doesn’t have to break the bank! In fact, there are plenty of ways you can save money when it comes to your hardware. Need more convincing? We’ve included our top five tips on how to save money when building a gaming PC. Prioritise Your Graphics Card Aesthetic might be at the top of your list, but your graphics card is arguably one of the most important components of your gaming PC. Without a high-quality GPU, you won’t be able to…
Level Up: The Best Gaming PC and Hardware for Under £1000
Do you want to level up your gaming performance but have a strict budget? Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve put together this series showcasing the best gaming PC and hardware you can get for your money. In this blog post, we’re highlighting the top gaming PC and peripherals you can purchase for under £1000. OcUK Gaming Mach 1 Pre-Built PC The OcUK Gaming Mach 1 has been expertly built and tested by the OcUK team to facilitate incredible 1080p gaming. Armed with an AMD Ryzen…
Mid Tower vs Full Tower: Which PC Case is Best for a Gaming PC?
Mid tower vs full tower – which of these PC case form factors is better for your set up? Does one provide more of a distinct boost over your enemies in-game? For all those who are struggling to decide between a mid or full tower case, this blog post is for you! We’ve compiled everything you need to know about these two case form factors, including their pros and cons, and highlighted their key differences. All of which should help you decide which case is…
Level 24: Save Big and Upgrade in the New Year
2024 is here and it’s time to get in your New Year resolutions. Are you planning on giving your gaming PC some much-needed upgrades? If so, you’re certainly in the right place! Our Level 24 sale is the ultimate place to secure a top-notch upgrade for your gaming set up. From high-end CPUs and GPUs to comfortable gaming chairs, must-have peripherals, and much more. You’ll find everything you need to level up your gaming performance. Level Up and Save Want to level up and save?…
Best of 2023: Games, Hardware, and So Much More
2023 is coming to an end (where has the year gone!). It’s been a fantastic year for us here at Overclockers UK. Not only did we move headquarters, but we had a great year full of new hardware, peripherals, gaming chairs, exciting game releases, and so much more! It’s been tough to pick out our favourites. But after many long hours spent deliberating in the board room, we’ve managed to come up with our Best of 2023. Let's jump straight to it. Best New Hardware …
November Indie Showcase – For the King II: Game Review
We are back with our monthly Indie Showcase, where we pick one of the many gems produced by independent game developers and make sure it gets some well-deserved time in the sun. For November, we are taking a closer look at the strategic sequel… For the King II! What is For the King II? For the King II is the follow on to tabletop-inspired For the King by IronOak Games and Curve Games. This much-anticipated Indie gem has already garnered critics’ approval, taking the blend…
Get Together For Some Party Games This Weekend
Tis the season for gathering with friends and family. What better time to crack out some party games? From the chaotic to the suspicious, at Overclockers UK we love great party games. They bring everyone together for some fun and laughter. And you still get to spend your weekend doing what you love best, gaming. We’ve rounded up a fab selection of party games that are sure to get the party vibes going. Not in the party mood? We’ve got eleven other weekend multiplayer gaming…
60Hz vs 120Hz – What’s The Difference
When it comes to gaming, having a high FPS will only get you so far without the refresh rate to back it up. In this article, we’re explaining all the differences between 60Hz and 120Hz. We’ve all been there. You’ve just built a brand-new gaming PC for the first time, and whilst you’ve got FPS to spare, you’re still stuck with Dad's old 60Hz Dell monitor. But does refresh rate really matter all that much? The Basics Okay, before we go any further, let's get…
Five Phenomenal Peripheral Bundles To Gift This Christmas
Peripherals are a vital part of any gaming system. Bundles are a great way to save money. Put them together, and you have a fantastic gift for the gamer in your life! With a peripheral bundle from Overclockers UK, you get a perfectly paired collection of hardware. Chosen for their gaming-focused features and cohesive performance. They take the guesswork out of selecting peripherals because you know they will work smoothly together, as well as potentially improve your gaming skill level. We’ve selected a nice cross-section…
Top 5 Gifts for PC Gamers Under £100
Spoiling the gamer in your life doesn’t have to break the bank. There are plenty of budget-friendly presents, including hardware and must-have peripherals, that will be a worthy addition under the tree this year. We’ve put together this list of our top five gifts that are under £100. Ducky One3 Mist Mini USB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Level up your performance with the Ducky One3 Mist Mini Mechanical Gaming Keyboard. Crafted with innovative Quack Mechanics, this keyboard boasts superior accuracy, fast response times, and enhanced comfort…
Top 5 Multiplayer Games to Play with Your Friends this Christmas!
Tis’ the season for getting together with friends and family! If you are in charge of this year’s Christmas games – look no further. You can forget about fighting over a game of Monopoly, we’ve selected some of our top 5 multiplayer games for you and your friends or family to play this Christmas. It Takes Two Available to play across different platforms, including PC, PS5, and XBOX One, It Takes Two, is all about the joy or horror of working together. As an adventure co-op, players will take control of Cody and May,…
Top 5 Gifts for PC Gamers Under £50
Christmas is right around the corner, and for all those last-minute shoppers you are running out of time to nab the perfect gift. Whilst you may want to spoil the gamer in your life, you don’t have to break the bank in doing so. In fact, there are plenty of budget-friendly performance-boosting and aesthetically pleasing gamer gifts out there. We’ve put together this list of our top five that are under £50. Endgame Gear MPC1200 Cordura 3XL Black Gaming Surface Add a touch of class…