For many PC builders, a large part of the conversation on components centers around cooling solutions. Whether it is CPU Coolers, GPU Coolers, custom water loops, thermal paste or airflow-focused PC cases, enthusiasts want to get the most out of their components. And to get the most out of your components, you need to keep […]
Best RX 5600 XT Aftermarket Cards: 14 AIB Cards Compared
The Radeon RX 5600XT has been officially announced, and while the RX 5500 was not well received as the previous latest Navi GPU due to its less compelling price-performance value, the 5600XT is looking to be a potentially much more interesting option for high-value, low-budget gaming. So far, we know the main aspects of the […]
8 Best Graphics Cards for Ryzen 9 3900X & 3950X Builds
So if you’ve decided on a beastly high-end CPU from AMD, either the 3900X or 3950X, and are excited about that massive core/thread count and putting it to use. Now the question is, which GPU should you pair it with? And the answer depends completely on you, your needs, and what you are planning on […]
5 Best Budget B450 Motherboards for Ryzen Zen 2
Despite the inclusion of features like PCIe 4.0 with the latest X570 chipsets for the AM4 socket, many builders are still choosing astonishingly strong value motherboards based on the B450 chipset. X570 is great for those looking for the newest tech, but even the least expensive X570 is difficult to call a ‘budget’ board as […]
Intel Core i5 vs i7: Which is better for gaming in 2020?
One of the most common questions when buying a CPU is whether or not stepping up one level in the stack will give appreciable returns. Especially for Intel, where the emphasis is on single-core speed rather than high core/thread counts, buyers are often unsure if upgrading from an i5 to an i7 for the extra […]