Our Top Ten Tips for PC Building for Beginners  

If you want to build your dream PC and are looking for some top tips from the experts, look no further!    We’ve asked around the Overclockers UK office and our technical team to compile this handy guide with our top ten tips for PC building for beginners.   Get All Your Tools Ready Before You Begin We would definitely recommend that before you start putting your PC together, you get all of your tools ready. The last thing you want happening is to be ready to…

Survive to Five Stream Team

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…

Top 5 Jaw-Dropping New Games Releasing in June! 

It’s time for another round up of Overclockers UK top picks for the best new games releasing in June!  We’ve asked around the OcUK office and selected the games we are most excited about, all of which have been paired with some of our incredible pre-built gaming PCs.  Elder Scrolls Online: High Isle (June 6th): Get ready to explore High Isle, an all-new part of the world of Tamriel. In this brand-new DLC for Elder Scrolls Online, High Isle players will uncover a tale of…

Intel vs AMD: Which CPU Should You Choose?

Intel vs AMD: Which CPU Should You Choose?

AMD. Intel. Ryzen? Alder Lake! Let's face it, CPUs are heckin’ confusing. We're breaking down everything you need to know to make an informed decision.  Making the right decision for your new gaming PC can be hard. Should you choose Intel or AMD? Don't panic, we've got all the deets you need. Here's everything you need to know from architecture to pre-build AMD and Intel gaming PCs.   Intel Processors   Intel’s range of fourteenth generation Raptor Lake-S CPUs are their latest processors that offer exciting new…

noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair Boba Fett Edition

Out of this World Comfort: noblechairs HERO Boba Fett Edition 

May the 4th be with you every time you take a seat. noblechairs has teamed up with LucasFilm to bring you a gaming chair from a galaxy far, far away. Introducing the noblechairs HERO Boba Fett Edition. This stunning chair is officially licensed to resemble everyone’s favourite bounty hunter. Just feast your eyes on this beaut!  A Galaxy Far, Far Away Where to begin?! The noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair Boba Fett Special Edition has been carefully designed to look like the infamous clone. The PU…

Autism Inclusive – A Charity That Brings People Together Through Gaming

We at Overclockers UK were very fortunate to partner with the local charity Autism Inclusive recently. They reached out to us for help kitting out their gaming room, and we were more than happy to lend a hand. Together with our friends at gaming chair manufacturer Nitro Concepts and XBOX UK, we were able to get their gaming room an upgrade. As April is Autism Awareness Month, we wanted to share more about this amazing organisation with you.  Autism Inclusive's Mission Autism Inclusive supports autistic…

Glorious Rebranding: Glorious PC Gaming Race has a New Name and a Fresh Look

Glorious PC Gaming Race is no more, long live Glorious. The brand renowned for producing gorgeous, high-end peripherals has decided it is time for a change. Along with a new logo and refreshed branding, the company has shortened its name to Glorious.  Their original name is certainly something of an oddity to those not in the know. The manufacturer highlighted this in the official announcement acknowledging that it helped them stand out “within a crowded industry dominated by some massive corporations”. But times have changed,…

NVIDIA RTX 30 Series: The Ultimate Gaming Experience

As graphics technology and gaming continue to evolve, there hasn’t been a better time to start thinking about upgrading your GPU.   Therefore, our team of PC experts at Overclockers UK has decided to compile this guide on everything you need to know about the latest NVIDIA RTX 30 series. Detailing all the jaw-dropping integrated technology, comparing previous GPU series, and our top recommendations!   So, sit back, grab yourself a brew, and let's get to it...   Why Should I Upgrade to a 30 Series GPU? The…

noblechairs - Your Guide to Finding the Ultimate Gaming Chair

noblechairs – Your Guide to Finding the Ultimate Gaming Chair

We all come to appreciate the difference a good gaming chair makes. Whether working from home or spending time gaming, they don’t come much better than noblechairs. This award-winning range of chairs is an excellent option for anyone looking to upgrade their set-up with a seat featuring unbeatable ergonomics.  But which chair is right for you? From looking stylish on stream to giving your back the support it needs for long desk days, we all use our seat differently. So how do you figure out…

8Pack Cryocube

The Coolest Pre-Build on the Block: 8Pack Cryocube

Our favourite champion overclocker has done it again. Taking last year’s Hypercube, 8Pack has elevated the ultimate gaming PC into a frosty pre-build packed with impressive performance. Meet: The Cryocube. Feast your eyes on this beautiful gaming PC.   Frosty Specs  The Cryocube is a fully kitted out, pre-built gaming PC designed by Ian “8Pack” Parry in conjunction with the team of technical experts at Overclockers UK. Each piece of hardware is cherry-picked by 8Pack, guaranteeing phenomenal performance. Here is a quick breakdown of the specs,…

You NEED This for Elden Ring

You NEED This for Elden Ring

Elden Ring, shall I compare thee to a summer's day? Thou art more lovely... TLDR, we are absolutely mad about Elden Ring here at Overclockers UK. So, we've curated the perfect setup, one that we both know you need.  Our new favourite Soulslike role-playing game Elden Ring has captured the attention of gamers across the internet. It has something for everyone, from the constant world-building and breath-taking visuals to that unforgiving combat we've come to love from games such as Darksouls and Bloodborne.  What do I Need to Play Elden…

Five LGBTQ+ Inclusive Games We Love

Five LGBTQ+ Inclusive Games We Love

There's an ever-growing amount of LGBTQ+ representation in gaming, from AAA titles to indie gems. February may be UK pride month, but our love for these characters and games lasts all year. We’re breaking down some of our favourite LGBTQ+ inclusive games and characters.   Video games have always offered a unique form of escapism, from RPGs where you can be whoever you want, to the storylines that steal our hearts time and time again. We're breaking down our favourite inclusive games, and of course,…