Clean-install Windows 11 (2025) — the safe, reproducible way
A clean install solves mystery slowdowns, driver tangles, and years of cruft. Done right, it also gives you a documented baseline you can reproduce in […]
Guides
PCIe 5.0 vs PCIe 4.0 — do you actually notice for GPUs and SSDs?
The short answer PCIe 5.0 doubles the raw bandwidth of PCIe 4.0. That matters a lot for certain SSD workflows that sling giant files. It […]
ATX 3.1 & 12V-2×6 PSUs — the 2025 buyer’s guide
Why this matters Modern GPUs are spiky: frame-to-frame power draw can surge faster than old PSUs were designed to handle. Meanwhile, the industry has moved […]
FSR vs XeSS vs DLSS in 2025: The Upscaling Trifecta Analyzed
Upscaling isn’t just a fancy add-on anymore: it’s central to how modern GPUs (and games) stretch hardware limits. With the rise of DLSS, FSR, XeSS, […]
How to Choose the Right AM5 Motherboard in 2025
With AMD’s Ryzen 9000 “Granite Ridge” CPUs and Ryzen 9000X3D chips hitting the market, AM5 is maturing. But the platform’s complexity has grown — chipsets […]
Best Motherboards Under £200 / $200 – September 2025
At the sub-£200 / $200 mark, motherboards are where real-world decisions matter most: you’re balancing features, upgrade headroom, and reliability without overspending. Pick wrong, and […]
Best Budget CPU for Gaming Under £200 / $200 (September 2025)
There’s a peculiar satisfaction in finding a chip that delivers real gaming value without bankrupting the budget. Under the £200 / $200 threshold, you’re walking […]