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Mach 1 Gaming Room Set-Up
Meet the Mach 1 Gaming Room Set-Up Set-Up Parts List OcUK Gaming Mach 1 Pre-Built PC noblechairs HERO Black/Red Gaming Chair Endgame Gear OP1 Optical Black Gaming Mouse Endgame Gear KB65HE Hall Effect Gaming Keyboard Enjoy high-octane fun with our Mach 1 Gaming Room Set-Up. 1080p Gaming At the centre of this gaming room set-up is the OcUK Mach 1 Pre-Built PC. Crafted with cherry-picked hardware, this pre-built system delivers ultra-fast performance at a wallet-friendly price tag. Harness the AMD Ryzen 5 5600, built with…
DOOM + DOOM II Update on Steam: New Content, Crossplay, and More!
DOOM is credited with pioneering and popularising the FPS genre in the 90s. Now, DOOM + DOOM II has received a juicy update boasting enhanced visuals and new content. With DOOM: The Dark Ages due in 2025, it is the perfect time for a franchise replay. id Software understood the assignment and has dropped an update for the classic DOOM and DOOM II combined release. This bundle includes original games, enhanced visuals, and new content. Twenty years on, and DOOM is the gift that keeps…
How to Partition a Hard Drive in Windows 11
Tired of your cluttered hard drive? Are you finding it near impossible to find that specific file you need? We’re here to show you a quick cure to this, highlighting everything you need to know about partitioning a hard drive. Keep on reading to see all the pros and cons of partitioning, if you can do it in Windows 11, and our easy step-by-step guide to partition a hard drive. Why Should You Partition Your Hard Drive? Partitioning a hard drive can be incredibly useful,…
How Is Monitor Size Measured?
Buying the right monitor can be a stressful shopping experience. From monitor size to panel type and refresh rate, there are so many crucial factors you need to consider. In this blog post, we’re taking a deep dive into different monitor sizes, covering what they mean, how they are measured, along with what size is good for gaming and live streaming. How Are Monitors Measured? There are three main factors that determine the size of a monitor – screen size, screen width, and vertical measurements. …
Turn Your Passion Into Profit: 5 Ways to Earn Money Through Gaming
Are you looking to make money through your love of gaming? If so, keep on reading for we’ve rounded up some simple ways in which you can earn money through gaming. Become a Video Game Tester During development, companies will hire game testers to assess for any bugs, usability errors, or how the game functions. You can test games on a wide variety of platforms from PC to console and even mobile. Once you’ve tested all the gameplay, you’ll typically also be required to write…
Explore 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea – Great Nautical Games to Play
Get ready for an adventure 20,000 leagues under the sea! Thalassophobia is the fear of the ocean or deep bodies of water. Trigger warning, if that’s you, give this blog post a miss. But if your inner merfolk longs to be beneath the waves, then we’ve got the selection of games for you! Each of these has been picked for their outstanding deep sea gameplay and covers a variety of genres, so there’s something for everyone. Subnautica Subnautica takes you under the sea in an…
The AMD Ryzen 9000X Series is Here!
Hot off the press, the AMD Ryzen 9000X Series has landed at Overclockers UK! We’ve got all the tasty details you need to know about this new line-up of processors so keep on reading for more. The AMD Ryzen 9000X Series Launching today are four brand-new processors making up the AMD Ryzen 9000X line-up. This includes: Ryzen 9 9950X Ryzen 9 9900X Ryzen 7 9700X Ryzen 5 9600X Expanding on the previous generation of CPUs, the Ryzen 9000X Series harnesses cutting-edge Zen 5 architecture to…
8Pack Day 2024: Showcasing All the Cutting-Edge Technology
The big day is finally here – it's 8Pack Day 2024! To celebrate this year, we’re showcasing 8Pack’s incredible advancements in the world of PC hardware. Catch Up With 8Pack If you want to catch up with all things 8Pack, be sure to check out the Overclockers UK blog for more! Cutting-Edge 8Pack Tech There are numerous elite-tier 8Pack PCs, each one boasting incredible cutting-edge tech and outstanding aesthetic advancements, from custom water-cooling loops to tailor-made and even wall-mounted cases. We’ve picked out a few…
Motherboards Explained: I/O Panel
Our ‘Motherboards Explained’ series is back with another informative article all about your PC’s motherboard. This time, we’re taking a closer look at the I/O panel, detailing what it is and what it does. What is the I/O Panel? The I/O panel is connected to your motherboard and houses various input/output connectors. It is typically located on the back of your PC case. What Does the I/O Panel Do? A typical I/O panel features several different connectors to allow you to utilise a variety of…
How Much Electricity Does a Gaming PC Use?
With prices on the rise, we’re all looking at ways we can save money and avoid breaking the bank. We’re here to answer all your questions on gaming PCs and energy consumption. Showing you the average electricity cost, what it means to create an energy-efficient PC, and some top tricks to reduce your energy consumption. What is The Average Electricity Usage of a Gaming PC? We’ve calculated the average cost of a gaming PC per month and year. As of a 2021 survey by The State…
Top Five Intel CPUs for Gaming – Available Right Now!
When it comes to gaming, we all want the best hardware for our needs. Whether you’re chilling in the casual genres or dominating the latest esports titles, it’s important to have the right CPU for the job. In this article, we’ll be going over the top five Intel CPUs for gaming. For those who are Team Blue, we have a cheeky round-up of five Intel Core processors and the sort of games they are great for playing, when paired with the right GPU. Are Intel…
Be in With a Chance to Win a Cooler Master Gaming Monitor!
Overclockers UK is back with another incredible giveaway, perfect for all those looking to upgrade their battle station this summer. This time we’ve partnered with Cooler Master to give you a chance to win the Cooler Master 27’’ GP2711 Gaming Monitor. The Monitor – What You Need to Know The monitor in question is the Cooler Master GP2711 27’’ Gaming Monitor. Tailored for both gamers and creative professionals, the GP2711 boasts a 2560 x 1440 Mini LED QHD display to deliver crystal-clear images and videos.…