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Best PC Cases for the NVIDIA RTX 50 Series
That shiny new 50 Series GPU needs a home and that’s why we’ve rounded up some of the best PC cases for the NVIDIA RTX 50 Series. The NVIDIA RTX 50 Series Built upon Blackwell architecture, the NVIDIA RTX 50 Series boasts plenty of CUDA, 5th-gen Tensor, and 4th-gen RT cores, along with all the latest AI enhancements to help you dominate the virtual battlefield and your creative workloads. On board GDDR7 video memory ensures maximum efficiency, minimal latency, and ultra-fast data transfer speeds…
Blue Monday: Snuggle Up with Some Great Gaming TV
Blue Monday is affectionally known as the most depressing day of the year. It’s still going dark at 4pm, all the Christmas chocolate has been eaten, it’s far too cold, and we’re all counting down the days until summer turns up. If you’re in need of a pick-me-up this Blue Monday, we’ve rounded up a selection of some great gaming TV shows for you to escape into. Grab a duvet, a tasty snack, hot drink, and wish away the dark nights by watching some gaming…
Great Games to Cheer You Up This Blue Monday
Blue Monday got you down? Why not cheer yourself up by playing one of these great games? We’ve searched high and low through our gaming libraries and picked a selection of titles that are sure to fight off a bad case of the grumpies. From relaxing deep-sea fishing, D&D inspired RPGs, farming sims, to chaotic FPS, there is a game in our list for everyone. What is Blue Monday? Blue Monday takes place on the third Monday in January and is considered to be the…
Why be Blue When You Can be RGB This Blue Monday
Blue Monday typically takes place on the third Monday in January and is considered to be the most depressing day of the year. The Christmas decorations have been taken down, all the leftovers are finished, your bank account has been emptied, and the perpetual rain can make you feel rather grey and gloomy. However, here at Overclockers UK, we’ve come up with some great ways for you to stave off the blues, brighten up your set up, and feel wholesome again! Fight Off Your SAD…
In Need of a Cure this Blue Monday?
Blue Monday has become known as the saddest Monday of the year. Defined as the third Monday in January on which people have accepted Christmas is now over and it's time to return to your mundane work routine. To cure your January blues, our team here at Overclockers UK have decided to sprinkle a little joy and humour into your day. We’ve compiled some of our favourite iconic bugs and compilations from games that are sure to put a smile on your face! Pets and PCs For all those animal and PC lovers out there –…
The Games That Made Us Gamers: Emily
As lifelong gamers, the staff here at Overclockers UK will jump at any excuse to talk about the thing we love most. Gaming. Throughout the year, we’ll be bringing you our nostalgia-fuelled series: The Games That Made Us Gamers. This month, we’re with Emily and the late 90s / early 00s games that shaped her love gaming. Gaming has been with me pretty much my entire life. My dad would play the likes of Duke Nukem and was interested in the latest tech. So, me…
Best Motherboards for the NVIDIA RTX 50 Series
We don’t have long to wait for the NVIDIA RTX 50 Series and if you’re looking to upgrade your PC in time for launch, then you’re in luck. Over the next few weeks before their official launch on January 30th, we’ll be rounding up our top hardware recommendations from motherboards, processors, power supplies, and PC cases. This blog post is all about the best motherboards for the NVIDIA RTX 50 Series. The NVIDIA RTX 50 Series The long-awaited NVIDIA RTX 50 Series was…
Your Guide to Intel Core Ultra
Are you looking to upgrade to Intel Core Ultra? If the answer is yes – then this is the blog post for you! In our ultimate guide to Intel Core Ultra, we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about these processors and all the hardware you need to upgrade. The Intel Core Ultra 200 Series Intel Core Ultra processors have been built upon Intel’s new Arrow Lake architecture, boasting an advanced 20A (2nm) process along with a combination of powerful P (performance) and E…
Best PCs to Play Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Dynasty Warriors: Origins will hit our gaming libraries on January 17th 2025, and brings with it even more incredible gameplay, adventure, and gritty battles. If you’re as hyped as we are to play Dynasty Warriors: Origins, we’ve highlighted all the key gameplay details, including multiplayer, the official PC specs, and our top PCs to play this instant favourite. The Gameplay In Dynasty Warriors: Origins, play as the ‘nameless hero’ as you journey across historical mainland China on an action-packed adventure. The Three Kingdoms are rife…
Gaming on a Budget: Cheap DIY PC Upgrades for Improved Performance
Shopping for your next budget PC upgrade can be a daunting task. But we’re here to make things easier with our round-up of the best budget PC upgrades that you can make right now to give your gaming performance and productivity a much-needed boost. Can I Upgrade My PC on a Budget? Gaming PCs are often clouded in the misconception that you need to spend thousands of pounds to achieve the best possible performance. The truth is, upgrading your PC on a budget is easy. …
The Unknown Journey Continues: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
On January 23rd 2025, the FFVII remake trilogy continues on PC with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. The original PlayStation 1 Final Fantasy VII may have come out in 1997, but we are heckin’ excited for part two of the remake trilogy. (What we won’t do is look at how I never made it passed the Materia Keeper...) With updated visuals, travel by Chocobo, and the next chapter of cinematic story to experience, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is just what a gloomy January needs! We’ve got…
What Does WiFi Stand For?
Ever wondered what does WiFi stand for? If so – this is the blog post for you! We’ve put together this handy guide detailing everything you need to know about WiFi, from what it stands for, and the different standards. In addition to this, we will explore what WiFi standard is popular today and of course showcase some tasty hardware recs to level up your set-up. What Does WiFi Stand For? WiFi is a trademarked term that refers to the different IEEE 802.11x standards. There’s…