Dropping into the packed $500 X870 motherboard segment, Gigabyte has a slightly different take on aesthetics, features and performance. With an updated EFI and software, plus refreshingly functional design elements, lets see how this motherboard fares in our testing.
The Chieftec Visio is a super compact dual-chamber chassis which can still accept a full size ATX or BTF motherboard. With its full fan load-out of six units and large radiator support in the ceiling, it could be a cool option to stuff all that into such a small chassis. Especially at the attractive price point, clearly aiming the Visio at first-time and budget minded builders.
Stalker 2 is out now and brings players back to the wasteland around the Chernobyl nuclear plant. Built using the cutting-edge Unreal Engine 5, it promises good graphics, but also high hardware requirements. In our performance review, we'll look at the game's graphics quality, VRAM consumption, and how it runs across a range of contemporary graphics cards.
Sennheiser adds to its studio headphones line with the HD 490 PRO. It uses the brand's latest generation dynamic drivers in a new chassis that looks neat and functions even better. Add to this a few clever tweaks throughout and a fully-featured $99 DAW plugin, and the HD 490 PRO makes a compelling argument to be your new music mixing/mastering/producing set of headphones.
The ARCTIC P12 PWM is a fan that needs no introductions, yet has been a missing part of our fan reviews till today. We test the PST version, which offers daisy-chaining support in addition to a long RPM range of control, a zero RPM mode, long warranty, and is quite possibly one of the best value case fans too.
The APNX V1-W is a unique case with its 45° design which incorporates real wood. While this is not the first time we have seen such a material, the V1-W manages to impress with a lot of attention to details as well as solid build quality to set itself apart. Available in six different variants, you also get to pick from a wide range of MSRPs.
SFF gaming systems used to be a luxury option, often expensive and full of compromises. However, recent changes in mainstream hardware have reduced these barriers. NVIDIA’s "Build Small, Play Big" initiative now helps clarify which of their GPUs will work with specific SFF enclosures.
The Shanling M1 Plus is a highly capable and portable digital audio player (DAP) that prioritizes local playback to the point of using its own operating system with pre-installed apps only. There's still Tidal for streaming, but the goal here is to allow the user to lose themselves with music in the absence of any distractions.
MOONDROP updates its budget-friendly Quarks line of IEMs with the Quark2 that uses a single dynamic driver with acoustic filters in a small shell for added comfort. It's paired to a fixed cable that contains a DAC/amp ending in USB Type-C to directly connect to your phone, and offers an in-line microphone with integrated controls too.
The ambidextrous K1NG 8K essentially is the wired version of the K1NG Pro 4K, offering up true 8000 Hz polling, an even lower weight of 42 g, and PixArt's PAW3395 sensor. Most importantly, the K1NG 8K goes for a highly competitive price of $32.99.
The VK02 Lite from Valkyrie is quite the understated case with a few interesting details that stand out. From excellent cable management, to BTF support, and the ability to hold three 420 mm AIOs, or up to 13 fans - eleven of them 140 mm in size, there is a lot to like.
Epomaker thinks small can be mighty with the new TH40, a 40% form factor keyboard with "only" 44 keys that forces you to re-think efficient keyboard typing. Featuring layers, extensive onboard controls, and VIA support, the TH40 is also one of the least expensive 40% keyboards ever made.
The G.SKILL WigiDash is a touch screen accessory for PC users, allowing you to not only monitor your hardware and real-time performance with the likes of AIDA64 and HWInfo, but also allows for widgets to control functions from volume/media playback to Twitch chat or even Spotify.
Beelink brings innovation and standout features with the GTi12 Ultra mini-PC and EX Dock. Performance is top-notch, and the EX Dock offers the added advantage of using a desktop graphics card, allowing it to deliver its full potential thanks to a dedicated PCIe connection leagues better than any USB4 or Thunderbolt-based eGPU solution.
The UGREEN Uno GaN wall chargers offer plenty of power in a compact package, along with a unique robot-like design that's incredibly cute. Today we're taking a closer look at the design and performance of these devices. We're also checking out the UGREEN Uno 100 W USB-C charging cable.
Being the successor to the limited-release Series One Pro, the Series 2 Pro Wireless retains the same Viper Mini-like ambidextrous shape, and also comes with the BAMF 2.0 sensor, Glorious optical switches for the main buttons, wired and wireless 8000 Hz polling, and up to 80 hours of battery life.
XPG is expanding their Invader line with the Invader X Mini, a compact case that still offers ATX support, ships with five fans in total and features USB-C. It has a pretty interesting price point that could attract first-time and budget builders - especially those planning to air cool their CPU.
The NVIDIA App has moved out of beta, bringing a streamlined control panel experience for GeForce users. In our review, we look closely at the new features, explore the app's functionality, and point out areas where there’s room for improvement.
The Team Group A440 Lite is a competitively priced SSD that features the new Phison E27T controller. In our review we found solid performance and improved power consumption over its predecessor. The NAND flash is Toshiba 162-layer 3D TLC BiCS6.
MIRPH Design is a one-man operation based out of Germany which aims to take on the more established headphone brands with the MIRPH-1, an open-back dynamic driver set using Peerless 50 mm drivers in a way no one has seen before. It has a uniquely appealing warm and smooth sound which still manages to be extremely wide sounding.
FiiO is one of the largest audio brands in the world and operates out of a 15,000 sq.meter industrial park in Guangzhou, China. We visited FiiO to know more about how the company works, including going through its assembly and packaging lines, and then had an online interview with the brand's founder too.
ID-Cooling continues to impress with their latest release, the FX360 INF, a standout 360mm all-in-one liquid cooler. Featuring daisy-chainable fans, easy installation, excellent performance and surprisingly low noise levels, this cooler checks all the right boxes. It’s safe to say they've hit a home run with this one.
This article serves as a continuously updated summary of currently known leaks and official announcements regarding upcoming hardware releases in 2024 and beyond. We cover and keep track of developments for Intel Panther Lake, AMD Zen 5 X3D, NVIDIA's and AMD's upcoming GPUs, DDR6 and GDDR7 memory, chipsets and more.
Dragon Age is back, with the first new game in the series after a decade. "Dragon Age: The Veilguard" is an action RPG that tasks us with saving the world of Thedas from a godlike evil with a number of quirky companions. Curious about performance on the Steam Deck and ROG Ally? Find out in our handheld performance review.
The Sharkoon AK5G RGB is a perfect representation of what to expect from a modern mid-tower chassis that is not meant to break the bank. It comes at just the right price, with a solid feature mix and a few nice details sprinkled on top to make it a good pick if you are looking for aesthetics. Even better, if airflow is your thing, there is the AK5M variant to pick instead.
