Gaming Hardware
At Overclockers UK, we’re passionate about gaming hardware. Discover why upgrading your gaming PC with the latest CPUs, GPUs, and more is essential.
The NVIDIA RTX 4070 is Now Available!
Hold on to your hats, the NVIDIA RTX 4070 is officially available to order today from Overclockers UK. The RTX 4070: The latest addition to the NVIDIA RTX 40 Series, the RTX 4070 has been designed for gamers and content creators looking to harness the latest generation of hardware. Built utilising ground-breaking Ada Lovelace architecture with 5888 CUDA cores, 12GB of GDDR6X video memory, and a boosted clock speed of up to 2.48GHz. All of which combined results in superior performance in all your favourite…
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…
How to Check Your CPU’s Temperature
Your computer's CPU is one of the most important components. This is why it's important to keep an eye on its temperature and ensure that it's not overheating. There are a few different ways to check your CPU's temperature, and we'll show you two of the most popular methods in this guide. Method One: Use the BIOS This is the easiest way to check your processor temperature, as it does not require installing any software. To check your CPU’s temperature in the BIOS menu, simply…
NVIDIA 30 vs 40 Series Graphics Cards
An NVIDIA RTX 30 or 40 Series? That is the question. With so many great advancements in PC hardware over the last few months, you may be left wondering if it’s time for you to start thinking about upgrading, specifically your graphics card. You may be torn between the two generations, or perhaps you just aren’t ready to give up your beloved RTX 30 Series. Whatever the case, to help you decide, we’ve highlighted the key differences between the NVIDIA RTX 30 and 40 Series…
12VHPWR – What is it and Why Do You Need it?
We’ve all heard the word ‘12VHPWR’ being thrown about – but what actually is it? Today, we’re taking a closer look at the 12VHPWR power connectors, highlighting the benefits of this cable, and why you need one in your gaming PC. 12VHPWR 12VHPWR is a type of 12+4-pin power connector, used with the brand-new ATX 3.0 power supplies. A 12VHPWR connector has been designed utilising premium quality materials to deliver up to 600W of power, all from one singular cable. The combination of 12- and…
Is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Worth it in 2023?
Since the RTX 40 Series was first revealed last autumn, it’s quickly become every hardware enthusiast’s go-to graphics card. But that doesn’t mean its predecessor has nothing left to offer. In fact, the RTX 30 Series still has plenty for gamers and might be the GPU for you in 2023. Please note, there is limited availability for RTX 30 Series GPUs and gaming PCs. First released in September 2020, the RTX 30 Series supported 2nd generation ray tracing, used NVIDIA’s Ampere architecture, and made use…
The Difficulty with DRAM – New Innovations to DDR5 RAM with Corsair
RAM is a crucial aspect of any gaming PC, and you can never have such a thing as too much RAM. In fact, Corsair has been making innovative strides to help change the fundamental design of DRAM to boost maximum capacities, speeds, and, ultimately, performance. Today, we’ll be taking a closer look at DRAM, its limitations, and the latest developments made by Corsair in their new generation of RAM kits. What is DRAM? Corsair Vengeance 32GB EXPO DDR5 RAM Kit DRAM, or ‘’Dynamic Random Access…
The Best Monitors to Pair with an NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti Graphics Card!
Are you looking to utilise an NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti? You need a high-quality gaming monitor to match to ensure your battle station is game ready. To help you select your brand-new monitor, we’re here with our top selections to pair with an NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti. The NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti The RTX 4070 Ti is the latest GPU in the NVIDIA RTX 40 Series. Designed for both gamers and streamers, the NVIDIA RTX 4070 Ti has been built utilising third-generation RTX architecture, code…
The Best Gaming Headsets to Use with a SteamDeck
A vital aspect of portable gaming is having a perfectly matched gaming headset, so you can enjoy immersive audio wherever you go. On-the-go gaming has come on leaps and bounds in recent years, from high-performance gaming laptops to the SteamDeck. Today, we’re looking at the SteamDeck, in particular, and its requirements for audio headwear. We’ll be detailing a little bit about the console itself, the audio ports it possesses, and some great headset recommendations to use with it. So, gather your blog-reading provisions and mosey…
The Best PC Cases for the AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series!
If you’re planning on upgrading to the latest AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series, you’ll need to ensure your hardware is compatible. This includes checking that your PC case not only looks the part, but also has a large enough GPU clearance to accommodate the latest generation of graphics cards. Thankfully, we’ve put together this list of our best PC cases for the AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series. The AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series: The AMD Radeon RX 7000 Series has been built utilising cutting-edge…
This Is Why You Need Water Cooling In Your PC
With the latest generation of gaming hardware offering greater performance than ever, you might find yourself needing an improved thermal solution as you upgrade. Enter the wonderful world of water cooling. Today, we want to take you through all the advantages this system brings with it and offer some cheeky hardware suggestions. Why Does Cooling Matter? Just to cover all of our bases, we’ll start off with the simple question. From your CPU to your graphics card, everything inside your PC’s chassis generates excess heat.…
What is AMD EXPO and How to Use it
If you’re looking to upgrade to the latest generation of AMD hardware, you might have heard the name ‘AMD EXPO’ being thrown about, and no, it’s unfortunately not AMD’s very own branded superhero... (we know, we know... it would be a great superhero name.) AMD EXPO is a brand-new, built-in memory overclocking profile. Here at Overclockers UK, we’ve compiled all the information you need to enjoy high-speed frequencies and an optimised gaming performance. AMD EXPO AMD EXPO stands for Extended Profiles for Overclocking. Designed as…