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Palit GeForce GTX 680 Jetstream 2 GB Graphics Card and GeForce GTX 680 SLI Performance Review Palit GeForce GTX 680 Jetstream  GeForce GTX 680 SLI
[05/25/12 | Graphics ]

Today we will talk about the design and functionality of the proprietary GeForce GTX 680 graphics cards. We will test two graphics cards like that in an SLI configuration, compare it against a dual-processor GeForce GTX 690 and other products.

Cedar Trail Platform: Intel D2500HN and Intel DN2800MT Mainboards Review
[05/24/12 | CPU, Mainboards ]

Intel Atom processors are now produced using 32 nm manufacturing process. They have also been enhanced with a new graphics core that supports Full HD video playback. Will all these improvements make the new Cedar Trail platform a worthy alternative to AMD Brazos?

Thermaltake Frio Extreme: Extreme Freezing? Thermaltake Frio Extreme
[05/17/12 | Cooling ]

Let’s meet the new cooler from Thermaltake, which is currently the most expensive and, most likely, the most efficient processor cooler they have to offer.

Gold from Corsair: Corsair AX PSU Series Roundup Corsair AX650  Corsair AX750  Corsair AX850
[05/17/12 | Cases/PSU ]

Today we are going to talk about three power supply units from the Corsair AX 80 PLUS Gold certified series with the wattage ranging from 650 to 850 watts.

Mainstream System Cases from Corsair: Carbide Family Corsair Carbide  Corsair Carbide 300R  Corsair Carbide 400R  Corsair Carbide 500R
[05/14/12 | Cases/PSU ]

We have already discussed the high-end Corsair system cases from the Graphite and Obsidian series. The products reviewed today belong to the third series, which is the newest and also the most affordable one at this time. Will they be as good in their class as their predecessors? Let’s find out.

Radeon HD 79xx Graphics Cards from Gigabyte, Sapphire and XFX. CrossFireX Configuration Review Gigabyte Radeon HD 7970 Ultra Durable  GV-R797OC-3GD  Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 OC Dual-X  XFX Radeon HD 7950 Double D Black Edition  FX-795A-TDBC  Radeon HD 7970 CrossFireX  Southern Islands
[05/07/12 | Graphics ]

Today we are going to talk about three new graphics accelerators on Radeon HD 79xx GPUs, which have different PCBs, unique cooling systems and increased operational clock speeds. We will also test CrossFireX configurations and see how well this technology works for Tahiti graphics processors.

"All Inclusive": Nvidia GeForce GTX 690 2x2 GB Super Graphics Card Review
[05/03/12 | Graphics ]

Today we are introducing to you the fastest graphics accelerator of our times and even of the rapidly approaching near future.

MSI X79A-GD65 (8D): Almost Ideal LGA 2011 Mainboard MSI X79A-GD65 (8D)  LGA 2011
[05/01/12 | Mainboards ]

This is a mainboard with good accessories bundle, convenient layout, efficient cooling system, wide functionality and low power consumption. It is really close to becoming a leader as soon as some minor issues are successfully resolved.

1 GHz with Passive Cooling: Arctic Accelero S1 PLUS and Turbo Module Arctic Accelero S1 PLUS  Arctic Turbo Module
[04/26/12 | Cooling ]

Is it possible to cool a contemporary GPU working at 1 GHz frequency with just a passive heatsink? Arctic says “yes” and our today’s review will tell you how to accomplish it.

AMD Radeon HD 7770 GHz Edition and Radeon HD 7750 Graphics Cards Review AMD Radeon HD 7770 GHz Edition  AMD Radeon HD 7750  Cape Verde  Southern Islands
[04/24/12 | Graphics ]

Let’s take a closer look at two reference graphics cards based on the junior AMD GPUs from the Southern Islands family – Cape Verde.

Desktop Ivy Bridge. Intel Core i7-3770K and Core i5-3570K Processors Review
[04/23/12 | CPU ]

A year and a half after the launch of the LGA 1155 platform Intel is updating its key component – the CPU. The new manufacturing process, improved microarchitecture and refreshed lineup – is it the coming of a new star?

Asus Sabertooth X79 Mainboard Review
[04/19/12 | Mainboards ]

A mainboard with rich accessories bundle, convenient layout, extensive functionality and 5-year warranty cannot be bad by definition. However, it is only a few small steps away from being named an absolute ideal.

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