Review: ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER OC

Graphics cards 1049 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 1

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 In this review, we test the NVIDIA RTX 4080 SUPER, the latest addition to the RTX 40 SUPER, our focus today points to the performance of the ASUS TUF Gaming RTX 4080 SUPER OC Edition, particularly in comparison to its counterparts within the series. This card series with a retail price of $999, is positioned between the RTX 4080 and the RTX 4090 in NVIDIA's product lineup. The TUF OC edition however is to cost $1099

Review: Seasonic Prime Titanium 1600W TX-1600 ATX 3.0 PSU

PSU - Power Supply Units 109 Published by Krzysztof Hukalowicz 11

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Today, we’re putting the new Seasonic Prime Titanium – a 1600W power supply on our test bench. It’s not the first ATX 3.0 compatible unit we looked at from that company because we checked the Vertex GX-1000 last year. We also had a chance to review the non-ATX 3.0 edition with 1300 W. The PSUs are not the only products from Seasonic (because we checked the chassis -> Q704 and Q503), but they’re the most important in the offer. TX-1600 has ATX 3.0 and PCIe Gen 5.0 compatibility. 

Review: Corsair 6500X Mid-Tower Dual Chamber PC Case

PC Cases and Modding 229 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 5

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When looking for the perfect PC case, it's all about finding the right balance. You want something that fits big video cards, keeps your system cool, makes it easy to organize cables, keeps noise down, and looks good too. The Corsair 6500 series, and especially the 6500X model, tries to hit all these marks, but there's a bit of give and take.

Review: BLUETTI AC200L Portable power station

Smartphones and Gadgets 24 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 4

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 We review the BLUETTI AC200L Portable power station, it provides a reliable backup power solution, swiftly switching to battery power in power cuts to ensure uninterrupted operation of sensitive devices. With a 2,400W output, expandable battery capacity, and fast charging, it's an ideal choice for various power needs and emergencies

Review: MSI MPG B760M EDGE TI WIFI Motherboard

Mainboards 328 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 1

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 Our latest review dives into this motherboard's appeal, heightened by the affordability of DDR5 memory. Boasting a silver-white aesthetic, it's fully compatible with Intel's 14th and 13th Gen Core processors and optimizes DDR5 memory performance. Key features include next-gen Wi-Fi 6E and PCIe 5.0 connectivity. SSD installation is a breeze with its screwless M.2 Shield Frozr, designed for efficient M.2 SSD cooling. Experience unwavering power delivery with its 12+1+1 Duet Rail Power System and dual 8-pin CPU connectors, ideal for high-end CPUs. Superior thermal management is achieved through an extended heatsink, a reinforced VRM heatsink, and added thermal pads, keeping your system cool under load. 

Review: TerraMaster F4-424 Pro NAS (8-core, 4x SATA, 2x NVME)

Networking 65 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 2

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 Today, we will review, analyze and test the TerraMaster F4-424 Pro four-bay NAS. At the heart of this NAS, you will find an Intel Core i3 N300 8-core processor, 32GB RAM, and two 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet connections. Next to four HDD/SSD slots, there's also space for two NVMe M2 SSDs.

Review: Asus ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM (QD-OLED monitor)

Monitors 31 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 18

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 The Asus PG32UCDM is Asus's step into the world of QD-OLED monitors, offering a 32-inch screen with 4K resolution that's very popular among gamers. This model stands out with a high refresh rate of 240Hz, and it uses a third-generation 32" QD-OLED panel from Samsung. The Asus PG32UCDM has a flat screen. Preference for curved or flat screens varies from person to person, but what makes the Asus PG32UCDM unique is its cooling system. Instead of using a fan for cooling like the AW3225QF does, it uses a heatsink which works without making any noise. 

Review: Corsair K65 PLUS Wireless RGB Gaming keyboard

Gaming Devices 124 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 4

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 The Corsair K65 Plus Wireless keyboard enters Corsair's extensive lineup, boasting a compact and sleek design, superior build quality, premium switches, and surprisingly at $159.99, a competitive price point—an uncommon feature from Corsair.

Review: Arctic Liquid Freezer III 360 ARGB CPU cooler

Cooling 190 Published by Krzysztof Hukalowicz 8

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 Today, we are reviewing a 360 mm variant of an AIO cooler from the Arctic, Liquid Freezer III 360 ARGB. It’s a successor to a well-known and successful cooler, which we check in 420, 360, 280, and 240 mm versions. Some major changes were applied (which we’ll cover right below), and the performance should be improved thanks to it, but we’ll return to it later.

Review: Asus BTF - A clean cable-free PC build with GPU, Mobo and Chassis

PC Cases and Modding 229 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 12

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 This year at CES Asus introduced its new design concept for desktop PCs named "BTF," This concept is all about revamping the way we think about the internal setup of PCs. Specifically, it's about getting rid of all the messy cables that usually crisscross inside a computer case. By moving the necessary connections for power and other cables to the back side of the motherboard, the inside of the PC looks much neater and more appealing. We have a first peek at an entire build.

Review: Intel Core i9-14900KS processor

Processors 199 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 52

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 Two weeks ago Intel introduced the Core i9-14900KS, it became the first processor to achieve a boost clock of 6.2GHz on two cores without requiring overclocking. The Raptor Lake-based CPU, akin to its predecessor the i9-14900K, features a 24-core configuration, comprising 8 performance cores (P-cores) and 16 efficiency cores (E-cores), capable of handling up to 32 threads. It's a beast alright, but not without compromises.

Review: Geekom A7 Mini PC with Ryzen 9 7940HS

Mini and Desktop PCs 40 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 1

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The Geekom Mini A7 is a sleek mini PC designed for dependable performance. It's equipped with a Ryzen 9 7940HS processor, 32 GB RAM, and a 2TB SSD, and operates on an included Windows 11 Professional. Despite its compact size, the unit boasts WIFI6E, 2.5 GigE ethernet, and fast USB ports are the norm.

Review: GALAX GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER EX Gamer

Graphics cards 1049 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 1

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We test the OC edition of the GALAX GeForce RTX 4070 SUPER EX Gamer (12GB), you've probably already read our founder edition card review carrying that MSRP of $599, but there are more MRSP products available that are not based on the founder edition design, meet the fast and silent GALAX EX Gamer edition. 

Review: Asustor Drivestor 4 Pro Gen2 (AS3304Tv2) NAS

Networking 65 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 0

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 We review and test the Asustor Drivestor 4 Pro Gen2 (AS3304Tv2)NAS, the company has just rolled out their latest (more affordable) gem, the Drivestor 4 Pro (AS3304T), a wallet-friendly powerhouse perfect for today's tech-savvy crowd who likes to localize storage within their network. However, imagine a device that's not just about storage but also about bringing video streaming to the game to the next level, all thanks to its brainy Realtek RTD1219B Quad-Core 1.7 GHz CPU and speedy Multi GigE Ethernet. And here's the kicker – it's only $399 for a 4-bay setup, making it a steal in the world of NAS devices.

Review: MSI AXE5400 WiFi-6E USB adapter

Networking 65 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 0

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 MSI just released the AXE5400 USB-based WLAN WiFi-6E adapter. This USB Gen 3.1 adapter you can pop in, holds its installation files on a bit of flash storage, and after installation, you can move WLAN into the 2.4, 5 and 6 Ghz bands. With the 6 GHz frequency standard, end-users can benefit from 80 MHz and 160 MHz channels, reducing network congestion.

Review: Geekom A5 MiniPC

Mini and Desktop PCs 40 Published by Krzysztof Hukalowicz 3

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Geekom is a company based in Taiwan, offering you (mainly) a vast range of Mini PCs. We got an A5, based on the Ryzen 7 5800H. It features plenty of flexibility with user-upgradeable RAM (up to 64 GB) and storage (up to 2 TB M.2 2280 and 2 TB 2.5” SATA drive). Released in 2021, the AMD Ryzen7 5800H processor features eight powerful CPU cores that can reach clock speeds of up to 4.4GHz. It is a powerful mini PC with a generous amount of 32 GB DDR4 DRAM (3200 MHz) and a 512 GB NVMe SSD with expandability (and/or adding a SATA drive).

Review: A $40 Corsair K55 Core RGB Gaming keyboard

Gaming Devices 124 Published by Hilbert Hagedoorn 6

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The Corsair K55 CORE RGB gaming keyboard emerges as a viable solution, particularly for those new to PC gaming or looking for a budget-friendly addition to their setup. Despite its membrane key design this keyboard ensures a seamless typing experience. With a pricing strategy set at approximately $39.99, the Corsair K55 CORE RGB stands out by providing a comprehensive set of features.

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