The Klevv Genuine G560 is a PCI-Express 5.0 M.2 solid-state-drive that can reach transfer rates of over 14 GB/s. Unlike other drives it comes with a decent, fanless, heatsink preinstalled. In our testing we're not only looking at raw performance, but also thermals and throttling.
Join us to explore the factors that drive DRAM temperatures and their role in system stability after tuning. We go up to DDR5-8000 and uncover key insights to help sidestep common pitfalls and achieve maximum system performance along the way.
INTUAURA is a new IEM brand that has a lot going for it, to the point where it's already making IEMs for other more known brands. It uses single dynamic drivers with DSP cables to put out good quality sound with different tuning styles, including for its flagship Lakeview that we examine today.
ASUS enters the magnetic switch keyboard market with the ROG Falchion Ace HFX. This is a 65% form factor keyboard that uses every accessible surface for something useful, including hardware controls to put rapid trigger and actuation point customization at your disposal, using software to further enhance the user experience.
HIFIMAN brings its new Unveiled driver tech to the Arya line, with the new Arya Unveiled making a strong case to be the default $1000-2000 open-back headphones recommendation. It improves upon the predecessors with better quality vocals while maintaining excellent technicalities, and offers a neutral and fatigue-free tonality that will interest many audiophiles.
The Maono PD400X combines USB-C and XLR connectivity, delivering rich, full-bodied sound with no particular tweaking needed. With a reasonable price tag of $150, that makes it an easy recommendation to anyone looking to kick off their podcasting or live streaming career.
The SilverStone SETA H2M is a smaller variant of the H2, but still checks off all the boxes we have come to expect from the SETA line. So you still get the all-metal exterior of the H2 combined with massive storage capabilities and big fans. SilverStone has also modernized the interior to allow for BTF support and other fun details.
Made in collaboration with Vancer, the ambidextrous AKITSU is the first mouse released by Arbiter Studio. Being made of a carbon fiber composite, the AKITSU is exceptionally light at 39 g, and features PixArt's PAW3395 sensor, custom Huano main button switches, up to 60 hours of battery life, and true 8000 Hz wireless polling.
The Zone is Zotac's first PC gaming handheld. It is based on AMD's Ryzen 8840U processor, packs 16 GB of memory, 512 GB of NVMe storage and comes with Hall Effect triggers and thumbsticks alongside a gorgeous, OLED screen that supports HDR.
The KiiBOOM Loop75 is a competent mechanical keyboard with an extensive feature set, including hybrid wireless connectivity, good quality switches and stabilizers, two colors to choose from, and VIA support too. It then sweetens the deal by offering a unique six-piece full aluminium chassis, making the Loop75 look and feel more expensive than it actually is.
The Cooler Master MasterFrame series is a groundbreaking concept. It brings interesting modularity and versatility. This approach reuses components, preserves the design's core functionality, and offers some interesting opportunities for customization.
2025 will be busy with GPU launches, all three GPU vendors are expected to release new cards in the coming weeks and months. To prepare for this, we've upgraded our GPU Test System, with a new Ryzen X3D CPU and more. The list of games has changed substantially, too.
The EIZO FlexScan EV3240X offers great image quality out of the box along with robust connectivity options and excellent ergonomic features. Designed for business environments, it's a worthwhile choice for those looking for a reliable monitor that doesn't require you to jump through hoops to bring out the best in it.
The Team Group AirFlow I SSD Cooler offers a powerful solution for managing the heat output of M.2 SSDs. It comes with a large cooling stack and two heatpipes. Testing in our review confirms that it is able to completely avoid throttling on the most powerful 14 GB/s Gen 5 drives.
Montech adds to its value-oriented keyboard lineup with the MKey Pro, which brings hybrid wireless connectivity with a long battery life in addition to open-source QMK/VIA support for under $100. It's available in two colors and switches, features hot-swappable sockets, and comes with a multi-function wheel to add to the appeal.
Yesterday, Intel announced that they had root-caused the majority of Arrow Lake Core Ultra 200 performance problems, and that OS updates are already available. We tested Windows 11 24H2 with the new patches, and also compare results with 23H2 and a new motherboard BIOS.
The Dangbei Atom is a compact Full HD Laser projector that manages to include the full Google TV experience with integrated streaming services, all while weighing in at far less than traditional projectors. With that compactness you do sacrifice brightness with the same price segment, but still get a fun and capable unit for casual viewing environments
The DUNU DK3001BD is a unique specialist set that goes for a strong subwoofer sound signature, prioritizing instrumental music over vocals. It adopts a cyberpunk-inspired design for its white metal shells, matched with a white premium modular cable and storage case.
At 61 g, the ambidextrous XM2w 4K weighs the same as the budget XM2we, but updates the internals across the board: PixArt's PAW3395 sensor is used, true 4000 Hz wireless polling is supported, and Kailh GX switches are utilized for the main buttons, allowing for exceptionally low click latency.
The FL Esports OG98 is a 96% keyboard using a retro theme, but with fully modern features. It offers hybrid wireless connectivity, custom Kailh linear switches, RGB lighting, good quality PBT keycaps, and extensive onboard control for a decent price. Yet there remain issues to be aware of, as will be discussed in this review.
The FiiO BTR17 will make you re-think what small Bluetooth DAC/amps can do. It offers more power than some desktop sources, sounds great with a variety of headphones and IEMs, has extensive customization with a feature-rich app, and even offers onboard PEQ profiles with easy customization in the app and via a new web browser- based configurator too.
ASRock’s Arc B580 stands out with its impressive triple-slot, triple-fan cooling solution that achieves whisper-quiet noise levels. The stylish white design enhances its appearance, making it a perfect option for white builds using an affordable GPU.
The Sparkle Arc B580 Titan OC is a custom-design version of Intel's newest card. It comes with a triple-fan cooling solution that still fits into two slots. Data in our review confirms that the cooler is considerably improved over Intel's reference card, reaching much lower temperatures.
The next-generation Intel Arc graphics cards are here! The B580, powered by the Battlemage architecture, is priced at a highly competitive $250. Testing in our review confirms that Intel's new card outperforms both NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 4060 and AMD's RX 7600, and it now supports frame generation as well.
Today we examine ARCTIC's P12 PWM PST A-RGB 120 mm fans, which offer daisy-chaining support, 12 individually addressable RGB LEDs with universal connectors, a long and linear RPM range with zero-RPM mode, long warranty, and decent performance coupled with low noise to be good value cooling solutions.
