The SilverStone MS12 goes for the USB-C Gen 2x2 interface, which is important if you want to retain as much performance as possible when using the USB-C interface with a modern NVMe drive. With an uncompromising approach to cooling, the M12 also aims to keep your drive cool at all times.
The Microsoft Natural Ergonomic keyboard is a legend to this day for offering a well-designed, ergonomic typing experience without breaking the bank. Today, we examine the latest generation of the same. Simply called the Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard, it gets some modern tweaks, but retains the excellent layout of the original.
Shanling leverages over three decade of experience in the audio industry in its true wireless earphones lineup. Today, we examine the MTW300, a carbon nanotubed diaphragm dynamic driver setup designed similarly to IEMs with ergonomics, comfort, and a deliberate audiophile tuning in mind.
ZSA, the maker of the ErgoDox EZ, aims for the heavens with the new Moonlander Mark 1 ergonomic split keyboard. With several innovations and more customization options than the number of outer space puns you can make, this premium keyboard will turn you into a better typist while also minimizing the potential for wrist pain.
When the Radeon RX 6600 XT launched with an interface limited to PCI-Express 4.0 x8, lots of discussion emerged about how AMD crippled the bandwidth, and how much it affects the gaming experience. In this article, we're taking a close look at exactly that, comparing 22 titles running at PCIe 4.0, 3.0, 2.0, and even 1.1. Frametimes are included, too.
While USB 3.2 Gen 2 10 Gbps connectivity is widely available on modern motherboards, there are plenty of scenarios where the theoretical 1.25 GB/s transfer speeds are insufficient. The SilverStone ECU06 and ECU07 provide USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interfaces capable of 20 Gbps or 2.5 GB/s, thus allowing for an easy upgrade path as long as a PCIe 3.0 x4 expansion slot is present.
ThieAudio breaks the sub-$100 barrier with the all-new Legacy 2 hybrid IEMs using one beryllium dynamic driver and one balanced armature driver. Promising ultra-fast and impactful bass coupled to neutral and accurate mids and highs, the former in particular is going to interest audiophiles.
The ASRock Radeon RX 6600 XT Phantom Gaming comes with the best cooler of all the RX 6600 XT cards we've tested so far. Fan settings are excellent, too: The card is whisper-quiet and runs only 61°C under full load. In our manual OC testing, we saw excellent results, better than all other RX 6600 XT cards.
The XGIMI Elfin has plenty of similarities to their Halo in terms of the image it produces while catering to a very different use case at the same time. At its core, the Elfin is a small, stylish, compact indoor projector.
Akko goes old-school with its new World Tour-Shanghai theme, this time available only as a keycap set. Evoking 1940s Shanghai nostalgia, this 136-key set has a nice mix of vintage colors and novelty designs paired with high build quality PBT keycaps in the extremely rare JDA profile.
Monoprice pushes into the prosumer audio market with its Monolith product lineup aiming for high-end audio at a lower price. Today, we take a look at its first true wireless earphones, the Monolith M-TWE boasting hybrid noise cancellation on top of native SoundID support for personalized audio profiles.
The Team Group MP34Q is a QLC-based M.2 NVMe SSD that uses the PCIe 3.0 interface, Phison's highly popular E12 controller, and 96-layer 3D QLC NAND from Micron. In our testing, we saw good performance results, but price/performance suffers due to the high price.
The Corsair HS80 RGB Wireless is the newest addition to this famous gaming headset family. This $150 wireless headset offers excellent build quality, good battery life, an above-average omnidirectional microphone, and a Dolby Atmos license, enabling you to enjoy the best virtual surround sound experience currently on the market.
Join me as we build a keyboard again! Today, we use a 60% case made out of real wood from Epomaker and pair it with Akko's ASA profile Carbon Retro PBT keycap set. I also cover in detail my personal favorite mechanical switch design by going over five different Kailh BOX switches.
We have a two-in-one from FiiO as we look at the recently launched FD3 in-ear monitors and New K3 desktop USB DAC/amplifier. The FD3 uses a single dynamic driver for each channel and has a lot of trickle-down tech from the more expensive FD5. The New K3 updates the DAC with higher SNR and lower distortion, too.
The Fractal Design Torrent is an all-new chassis with a unique internal layout and the ability to easily hold even the largest air coolers out there. Add plenty of space for custom loops and five intake fans, two of which are 180 mm, and the Torrent could be the breeze of fresh air Fractal Design needs.
Korea might not be famous for ninjas, but Monstargear sure hopes to change that with its new NINJA87BT TKL keyboard. It can be bought as a kit with uncommon switches, optional keycap sets, wired and wireless connectivity options, hot-swap switches, lubed stabilizers, and sound-absorbing foam, and even starts at under $100, too!
The Audeze Euclid is a true force of engineering and design, taking the company's latest Fazor-enriched planar magnetic technology and shrinking it down to fit inside proper IEMs for the first time. These are also closed-back in design, but have a soundstage that rivals some open-back, over-ear headphones!
The Viotek GNV34DBE2 is one of the least expensive 34" ultrawide gaming monitors on the market. It sports a capable, curved VA panel, 144 Hz refresh rate with AMD/NVIDIA adaptive synchronization support, and several other interesting features.
The Creative Stage V2 is a compact 2.1 sound system consisting of a soundbar and a subwoofer. It offers versatile connectivity, an intuitive remote control, and surprisingly good performance for its price point that doesn't break the bank.
After a long hiatus, Zowie updates their entire mouse line-up. The EC series makes the start, receiving not just a new, more flexible cable, improved 24-step scroll wheel, and reduced weight, but also a new form factor with the EC3, which is the smallest member of the EC series family thus far.
Bykski impressed us before with its 30-mm-thick RC (red copper) radiator, today we examine its bigger brother. The equally new TK60V2 is 60 mm thick and a triple-row radiator that also uses a copper core instead of brass in an attempt to achieve excellent thermal performance and scaling with airflow.
ASUS joins the mainstream trend of 60% keyboards by going with a 65% form factor with the ROG Falchion. It adopts a minimalist design, but doesn't compromise on features by adopting wired/wireless connectivity, wireless Aura Sync, plenty of switches to choose from, and a novel touch pad on the side!
The Montech X3 Mesh comes with a whopping six LED-illuminated fans pre-installed. With its compact dimensions, all black or white color choices, and interesting price point, the X3 Mesh could be the go-to case for those looking for an affordable high airflow chassis.
be quiet!'s Dark Rock TF 2 takes a tried and true top-flow design and refreshes it for modern systems with new fan designs, aesthetically pleasing looks, and the low-noise operation you'd expect. The only problem? Performance doesn't live up to expectations.
