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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,…
Windows 11 vs Windows 10 -Ten Big Differences You Need to Know Before Upgrading
The Windows 11 rollout began back in October 2021 and has been storming ahead ever since. If you haven’t yet upgraded, now may be the time to consider making the change from its predecessor, Windows 10. We understand that everyone is different in what features of their operating system they find most important. As such, we explore some of the big changes that Microsoft have made to Windows between 10 and 11, that might sway you to make that leap. One important thing to…
New Glorious GMMK Pro: Pre-Built and Ready to Customise
There’s more to the world of gaming keyboards than first meets the eye. Keycaps, switches, and lighting are all customisable with the Glorious GMMK Pro range, but starting with a barebones keyboard can be somewhat daunting. Especially for budding enthusiasts. This is where the Glorious GMMK Pro Pre-Built Keyboard comes in. A blend of hot-swappable functionality and a fully formed keyboard, this is the perfect place to start! Hot Swapping The core concept of the GMMK Pro range is customisation, and this pre-built keyboard is…
International Women’s Day: Let’s Celebrate the Amazing Women in Gaming and Technology.
As we celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD) this Tuesday, the 8th of March, here at Overclockers UK we’ve decided to take a deep dive into the incredible women in gaming and technology. Celebrate Inclusivity With the rise in popularity of games in the 70s and 80s, more and more women got involved in developing and producing video games. As the industry continued to evolve, women began creating dedicated games for girls to enjoy playing. The industry has moved on from creating ‘girly’ games and now…
Coming Up Kolink: Three New Cases and a Vertical GPU Kit
Landing at Overclockers UK today, we have four new products in the Kolink Range. The Stronghold Prime, two additions to the Observatory range with the Y aRGB and Y Mesh, plus a Vertical GPU Kit. There has never been a better time to be in the market for a new, premium mid-tower case. There’s something for everyone too – especially fans of the classic black, RGB lovers, and hardware enthusiasts. Three Cases and a GPU Bracket All three of the cases can accommodate some impressive…
Quack Mechanics and More with the New Ducky One 3 Keyboards
Ducky is a powerhouse when it comes to mechanical keyboards. Their One 2 range has been massively successful and a firm favourite, which is why we are so excited to announce the arrival of Ducky One 3 keyboards! https://youtu.be/DPk5BJrexl4 Quacking Stuff! The core principle of these keyboards is the innovative, new Quack Mechanics. These principles come together to create a sublime typing experience, whether you are gaming or typing up that report for your boss. But what are Quack Mechanics, you ask. They are: True PBT Keycaps, Solid Stance, Authentic Acoustics, and Balanced Tuning. …
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,…
Jonsbo HX CPU Coolers – Powerful Cooling for your CPU
With the Jonsbo HX Series CPU coolers, you’ll be able to choose a stylish and powerful air cooler for your processor. From a low-profile downdraft cooler perfect to fit in a mini-ITX build, to a twin tower beast that can handle even the most powerful of processors. This line of coolers brings stylish aesthetics, support for a wide variety of CPUs, and, most importantly of all, truly impressive cooling performance. What Coolers are Available Jonsbo HX6200 The HX6200 is a powerful low-profile downdraft cooler. The…
Streamplify HUB CTRL 7 – The Heart of Your Streaming Set-Up
A little over a month ago, a new, affordable streaming brand made its debut. I’m, of course, talking about Streamplify – the new one-stop-shop for all your streaming needs. Today, their line-up expands to include the Streamplify HUB CTRL 7. HUB CTRL 7 The Streamplify HUB CTRL 7 is a USB hub with functionality at its heart, providing you with extensive connectivity at all times. As the “7” might suggest, this hub has seven USB ports – six USB 3.0 and the last is equipped…
Exciting noblechairs HERO Elden Ring Special Edition
It seems like yesterday we were getting excited about the official Elden Ring specifications, and now it’s been released. To celebrate this new soulslike game, that saw story contribution from the one and only George R. R. Martin, our friends at noblechairs have something special up their sleeves. Introducing the noblechairs HERO Gaming Chair Elden Ring Special Edition. Feast your eyes on this beaut! Design Fit for an Elden Lord With its classic gold embroidery on black PU leather design, the noblechairs HERO Elden Ring…
2022: The Big Year for Uncharted
The Uncharted games have been a fan favourite since their release in 2007. Initially released on PlayStation, in 2022 we saw the Legacy of Thieves Collection come to PC and an action-packed film starring Tom Holland as Nathan Drake. (Although, who can forget the fan-made 15-minute film starring Nathan Fillion?!) Uncharted on the Silver Screen Available on a number of streaming services, you can live the thrill of Uncharted. Alongside Tom Holland, this film stars Mark Wahlberg as Sully, Sophia Ali as Chloe Frazer, and…
Phanteks Expanding Evolv Shift XT & Revolt SFX PSUs
Phanteks are back with a revolutionary Evolv Shift XT Mini-ITX PC chassis and their ever-popular Revolt line of PSUs. Both the Mini-ITX Evolv Shift XT and Revolt SFX PSUs might be small in size but pack a whole host of enthusiast features. The Evolv Shift XT Mini-ITX PC chassis have the unique ability to extend in size to three different configurations perfect for any hardware. What’s more, the Revolt SFX line of power supplies offer outstanding efficiency with 80 Plus Gold and Platinum ratings. …