The Ryzen 9 7950X3D is the spearhead of the AMD Zen 4 X3D lineup. In our performance review we test AMD's new 16-core flagship with dozens of applications and 14 games at up to 4K, to see whether AMD can take the performance crown from Intel, how power consumption is affected, and what can be expected from overclocking.
Ryzen 7 7800X3D will be the most affordable Zen 4 X3D processor, but it doesn't release until April. We reconfigured the Ryzen 9 7950X3D to match the specs of the 7800X3D and ran it through our test suite, which includes 14 games at 720p, 1080p, 1440p and 4K. Results are impressive.
Featuring a 24+1+2 VRM setup using 105 A power stages, DDR5 support, PCIe Gen 5, five M.2 sockets and loads of high-speed USB ports, does this motherboard have what you're looking for? Follow along as we take a deep dive into all the features to see if MSI really does have an ACE in the hand!
The Antec P20C uses the same bones as the DP503, clocking in at a similar price but aiming to offer a cleaner look without the use of RGB and a focus on quieter fans. While it may not offer the same bang for your buck as the ARGB capable DP503, it gives you a good option if understated is what you are looking for.
Lypertek's flagship PurePlay Z7 true wireless earphones gets a price cut to make it an extremely compelling personal audio solution in 2023. It uses a 1 DD, 2 BA hybrid driver configuration combined with extensive app and physical controls to make for a good balance of sound and tech alike.
With the ambidextrous MM310, Cooler Master has something in store for budget-minded gamers. Featuring PixArt's PAW3327 sensor, a particularly flexible cable, and a low weight of just 53 g, the MM310 retails for just $29.99.
Atomic Heart is an exciting new first-person shooter universe with a great backstory. In our performance review, we're taking a closer look at image quality, differences between the graphical setting presets, VRAM usage, and performance on a selection of modern graphics cards.
iBasso aims to use bio-cellulose dynamic drivers to their full potential with its new SR3 open-back headphones. These provide some of the most dynamic and punchy sound I've heard, which can be customized further based on the ear pads chosen. The SR3 also gets a good industrial design prioritizing comfort and build quality, making it well worthy of consideration.
The NZXT H9 Flow is the largest of the H-Series and manages to impress with a balanced attention to detail and unique tooling, allowing for modern, bulky high-end components and elaborate liquid cooling without any tangible compromises in functionality or looks.
ASRock Radeon RX 7900 XTX Taichi is the company's flagship Navi 31 design. The card comes with a large factory overclock, an upgraded 3x 8-pin power capability and a triple-slot, triple-fan thermal solution. Our review confirms that the card is whisper-quiet at full load with the quiet BIOS, making it the quietest RX 7900 XTX we've ever tested.
iFi may be popular for its mainstream DAC/amps with onboard customization options and a warm sound signature but did you know it also caters to the more professional audio market? Today we examine its Pro iDSD Signature network streamer/DAC/amplifier with its solid state or tube output modes for excellent, high-quality sound as part of an extremely impressive feature set.
With the wireless Hati-S Plus ACE, G-Wolves presents an ambidextrous mouse weighing no more than 46 g without any holes. Furthermore, the ACE comes with PixArt's latest PAW3395 sensor, Zippy main button switches rated for 60 million clicks, and pure PTFE feet.
Corsair's iCUE H150i Elite LCD XT is a 360 mm All-In-One liquid cooler that looks to dominate the AIO space. Delivering exceptional performance, clean looks and a stout five-year warranty along with an IPS display, it packs a massive number of features to go with its stellar performance. Just beware of the hefty price tag.
MSI gets serious about its networking product line with the launch of the RadiX routers. Today we examine the new RadiX AXE6600 that provides WiFi 6E support with a faster, wider 6 GHz band for those who want the most wireless throughput possible today.
Team Group is ready for the next generation of high performance DDR5. Using the popular T-Force Delta RGB once again, Team Group offers a DDR5-7200 kit for hardcore gamers and PC enthusiasts alike. Follow along as we benchmark, compare and overclock to see what all the fuss is about!
ID-Cooling knocks it out of the park with the $70 Dashflow 240 Black All-in-One watercooling unit. What it lacks in rainbow LEDs and fluff features, it more than makes up for in pure performance per dollar where it absolutely man-handles the competition.
The Zotac GeForce RTX 4070 Ti AMP Extreme Airo is a factory overclocked custom-design variant of NVIDIA's newest architecture. Performance is impressive, the card can beat last generation's RTX 3090 Ti flagship, with almost double the energy efficiency and much lower heat and noise.
Hogwarts Legacy is out now, with support for NVIDIA's DLSS Super Resolution (DLSS 2.5), NVIDIA's DLSS Frame Generation (also known as DLSS 3), NVIDIA's Deep Learning Anti-Aliasing (DLAA), Intel's Xe Super Sampling (XeSS) and AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution 2.1 (FSR 2.1). In this mini-review we take a look, comparing the image quality and performance gains offered by these technologies.
The AV Access eShare W50 and D10 combo aims to provide a wireless conferencing system at a fraction of the cost of traditional setups, which makes it an interesting option for small businesses looking to further collaboration or individuals who tend to do a lot of presentation in foreign environments.
The MSI GeForce RTX 4090 Gaming X Trio is the most affordable custom-design available right now, priced at $1700 and in-stock. We're putting this monster card on our new 2023 Raptor Lake test bench to check if MSI compromised anywhere, or if this is the RTX 4090 you should look at, if you don't want to overspend.
TangZu Audio evokes past memories of the royal Tang Dynasty, aiming to shake up the $150-200 IEM market with its new planar magnetic set. The TangZu Zetian Wu uses a full range 14.5 mm planar driver to good effect for an excellent balance of tuning and technical performance while also boasting a neat design and good build quality too.
FiiO re-invents the DAC/amp wheel with the new R7 desktop network streamer all-in-one unit. It uses a novel portrait form factor with an integrated touch screen display and Android OS paired with extensive I/O and support for both headphones and speakers to be the most versatile audio source I have ever tried!
Hogwarts Legacy lets you relive the steps of Harry Potter and is a fantastic adaptation of the books. In our performance review, we're taking a closer look at image quality, differences between the graphical setting presets, VRAM usage, and performance on a selection of modern graphics cards.
TRETTIRE is a new audio brand aiming to put out premium and innovative speakers and sources without breaking the bank. The TreSound1 is a unique 5-speakers, 3-way crossover Bluetooth speaker shaped like a mountain peak that is an art piece in your living room as much as it is a surround sound speaker capable of good music playback.
The ambidextrous Katar Elite Wireless is the premium version of Corsair's earlier Katar Pro Wireless. Coming with the custom Marksman 26,000 CPI sensor, Omron main button switches, and a 68 g lightweight construction, the Katar Elite Wireless is capable of both 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth operation, promising up to 110 hours of battery life.
