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The Best PC Cases for RGB
Are you looking for a cheeky upgrade to your PC set-up? Is your PC case looking a little worse for wear? If so, this is the blog series for you! We’ve taking you on a guided tour through the wonderful world of PC cases, highlighting key models and their features. In this article we’re showing you all things RGB, detailing why you want a PC case that offers a vibrant splash of colour to your battle station. Kolink Observatory RGB Black PC Case Effortlessly sleek…
OcUK Academy: Easy Step-by-Step Guide to Cleaning and Maintaining Your Gaming PC
The Overclockers UK Academy is back! In this blog article, we’re taking you step-by-step through how to clean and maintain your gaming PC to ensure it performs in tip-top-shape and looks fantastic. Step-by-Step Video Guide Too cool for reading? You can watch our dedicated step-by-step guide instead, in which Briony takes you through everything you need to know about cleaning and maintaining your PC. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ss-SNeZZV0&ab_channel=OverclockersUK Why Should You Clean Your PC Regular PC cleaning may sound tedious, but it’s vital for ensuring it not only…
Lian Li Lancool 207 – Putting the ATX into M-ATX
Do you want a powerhouse gaming PC, but don’t have the space for a full-sized tower? Then the Lian Li Lancool 207 is the perfect chassis for you, boasting an ATX internal layout all within a compact M-ATX form factor! Lancool 207 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gFQf-acpHt8 Who Knew Case Layouts Were Sliding Tile Puzzles?! Now they may not be to everyone's taste, including yours truly, but I’m certain those boffins at Lian Li love a sliding tile puzzle. Otherwise, I’m not sure how to explain how they managed…
Everything You Need to Know About BTF Components
ASUS BTF components are the future of gaming hardware, boasting support for the latest advancements in tech, outstanding aesthetics, and minimalistic designs. With BTF hardware only just hitting the virtual shelves, we’ve compiled everything you need to know into one informative article. We’re showcasing what BTF components are, how they work, and all the hardware you need to create your very own BTF gaming PC. What Are BTF Components? BTF, Back To the Future or Back to Front, is the new line-up of hardware from…
Starfield: Is Your Gaming PC Ready?
The eagerly awaited space RPG Starfield finally launched on September 6th 2023. If you're looking to strap into your spacesuit and enjoy the interstellar gameplay, we've got all the details you need to know, including the official PC specs and our top PCs to play. Interstellar Gameplay Set in the year 2230, humanity has ventured beyond the confines of our solar system, creating new settlements on different planets. Join Constellation, the last remaining group of space explorers, on the hunt for rare artifacts throughout the…
Win Two Tickets to Intel IEM Rio Watch Party!
We’re back with another cheeky giveaway, offering you the chance to win tickets to an exclusive Intel IEM Watch Party! We love to spoil you so keep on reading for all the details on how to enter this competition. What is Intel IEM? Intel Extreme Masters is a global esports gaming tour, first introduced back in 2006 by ESL. IEM features some of the very best gamers, renowned for their talents in Counter-Strike and other popular esports titles. This year the event will take place…
Building a Gaming PC for Esports
We’re looking at the make-up of an esports gaming PC. Gaming PCs are brilliant for being able to tailor your hardware to suit your exact needs. With so many components available, you have near complete freedom to engineer the best PC for you. (Budget providing, of course.) As great as that sounds, it does open the can of worms – exactly, what hardware do you need for an esports gaming PC? In this article, we’re going to virtually build an esports gaming PC, detailing why…
OcUK Staff Top Fives: Jacob S’s Top 5 Platformer Games
It’s no secret that we here at Overclockers UK are big into our gaming. We live for new game hype and love to replay our old favourites. Over 2024, we’ll be sharing our own top fives across a spicy selection of genres. This month we’re looking at Jacob S’s Top 5 Platformer Games. Back by popular (my own) demand after my definitely-not-Pokemon-focused top 5 creature collecting games, today I’m talking about my first video game love – platformers. But oh boy, is my taste ever…
The Best Gaming Laptops with 4K Displays
What’s better than gaming on the go? Gaming on the go in 4K! We’ve got the best 4K gaming laptops for you today. Gaming was made for 4K. All those beautiful details, stunning vistas, and explosive fight moves; they deserve crisp definition. Gaming laptops with 4K displays offer the convenience of being portable while still delivering the ultimate immersion. So, we’re rounding up five 4K gaming laptops you can get, right now! 4K Gaming Laptops A 4K gaming laptop is a gaming laptop that utilises…
Everything You Need to Know About METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER
METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER is set to be an incredible remake of the original title, promising the same nail-biting adventure, action-packed espionage, and more! We’d be lying if we said we weren’t seriously hyped to play this remake once it hits our gaming libraries. Therefore, we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about gameplay, specs, release dates, and our top PCs to play! Gameplay Embark on an incredible adventure that details the origin story of the iconic military operative, Snake. Set deep…
USB-C Gaming Monitors Explained
USB-C gaming monitors have rapidly grown in popularity, with more people upgrading to this standard from traditional HDMI or DisplayPort monitors. If you’re in the market for a new monitor, a USB-C is a great choice for gamers, streamers, and creative professionals, alike. In this blog post, we’re taking a deep dive into USB-C gaming monitors, showcasing what they are, the pros and cons, why you want them for gaming, and much more! Grab a cuppa as we’re in it for the long haul. What…
The Best CPU Coolers for Silent Gaming PCs
Is your PC causing a headache by creating far too much excess noise? Tired of constant fan spinning being the backdrop to your gaming adventures? If so, a silent gaming PC may just be the answer you’re looking for! In this blog post, we’ve compiled everything you need to know about building a silent gaming PC, including the pros and cons, along with our top five CPU coolers for minimal noise and incredible thermals. Why You Want a Silent Gaming PC A silent gaming PC…