CPUs and Motherboards

AMD Ryzen 7 2700X Review

Posted by: Matthew Hodgson on: 19-04-2018 [ 0 comment(s) ]

We saw the resurgence of AMD last year with the Ryzen 1st Generation processors, today we look at the Ryzen 7-2700X Processor, the current top-tier CPU in AMD's 2nd Generation Ryzen line-up. Can it possibly beat last year's exceptional efforts?

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ASUS ROG STRIX X470-F GAMING Review

Posted by: Matthew Hodgson on: 19-04-2018 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Republic of Gamers present the STRIX X470-F GAMING, the budget-enthusiast option for a feature-rich entry into the land of the 2nd Gen. Ryzen processors.

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MSI X470 GAMING M7 AC Review

Posted by: Matthew Hodgson on: 19-04-2018 [ 0 comment(s) ]

MSIs current flagship in the Ryzen 2nd Generation, the X470 GAMING M7 AC. Featuring extreme power delivery and isolated DDR4 lanes for incredible performance. How does it stack against the competition?

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ASUS ROG STRIX B360-F Gaming Review

Posted by: Vortez Reviews on: 05-04-2018 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Looking for a slice of ROG pie without burning a hole in your pocket? The B360-F Gaming motherboard is designed for Intel Coffee Lake and is reasonably priced.

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Tagged as: ASUS, Intel B360

GIGABYTE H370N WIFI Review

Posted by: Vortez Reviews on: 04-04-2018 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Wanting to build a mini-powerhouse based on Intel Coffee Lake but while saving a bit of cash? GIGABYTE's H370N WIFI is a Mini-ITX motherboard designed for SFF and hosting a plethora of great features.

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MSI B360M Mortar Titanium Review

Posted by: Vortez Reviews on: 03-04-2018 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The Micro ATX Mortar mortherboard is back under the new B360 chipset, with the added bonus of the unique Titanium skin. Want a mini-powerhouse that doesn't cost the earth?

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Tagged as: MSI, Intel B360

GIGABYTE B360 AORUS Gaming 3 WiFi Review

Posted by: Vortez Reviews on: 03-04-2018 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Armed with the new Intel B360 Express chipset, the B360 AORUS Gaming 3 WiFi motherboard brings Intel 8th Generation support for less. Want the basics and a few extra bells and whistles?

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AMD RYZEN 3 2200G and RYZEN 5 2400G Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 20-02-2018 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The long anticipated Raven Bridge APUs fuse Ryzen CPU architecture with Vegas graphics on one chip. As they are compatible with the AM4 socket, you won't be needing a dedicated platform for these APUs either!

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ASUS ROG Zenith Extreme Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 08-12-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Wanting to squeeze the very best out of AMD Ryzen Threadripper and its X399 chipset? Extreme combines advanced overclocking, cooling and lighting to push the limits of any dream build...

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MSI X370 GAMING M7 ACK Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 11-11-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Looking for an alternative flagship gaming motherboard to pair with your Ryzen CPU? Featuring the cutting edge Killer Wireless-AC 1535 for unparalleled WIFI connection, 2x M.2 slots, and of course RGB lighting, maybe MSI have the answer?

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MSI Z370 GAMING PLUS Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 24-10-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Touted as a cost-effective route to Intel Z370 and Coffee Lake, GAMING PLUS is an entry-level motherboard offering basic functionality for gamers.

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ASRock Z370 Extreme4 Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 11-10-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Looking to save some cash while still having access to great features? We check out the mid-range Z370 Extreme4 motherboard which comes in with an attractive price-tag.

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MSI Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon AC Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 08-10-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The GAMING PRO CARBON AC is back under the Intel Z370 chipset. Can this sleek and stylish motherboard squeeze the most out of the Intel Core i7-8700K?

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ASUS ROG STRIX Z370-F Gaming Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 05-10-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Bearing the new Intel Z370 chipset, we check out the ROG STRIX Z370-F Gaming to see how it handles the 6-core 8700K.

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Intel Coffee Lake Core i7-8700K Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 05-10-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Intel adds a new six-core Core-i7 processor to their Mainstream portfolio. Can this Coffee Lake 8700K offer any clear advantages over the 7700K?

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GIGABYTE Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 05-10-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

In our first Intel Z370 motherboard review, we take a look at what GIGABYTE has to offer in their Z370 AORUS Ultra Gaming. Aimed at the mid-tier specficially for gamers.

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ASUS ROG STRIX X370-F Gaming Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 10-08-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Taking over from the Pro - Gaming line of motherboards, the ROG STRIX moves in to give gamers a feature rich motherboard with stunning RGB LED lighting.

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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X Review – The HEDT King?

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 10-08-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Designed for the new X399 chipset, we take a look at AMD's new 16 Core processor which features 32 threads of simultaneous multi-processing power. Is this the fastest multi-threaded processor consumers can get their hands on?

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AMD Ryzen 3 1200 and 1300X Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 27-07-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The latest Ryzen CPUs have been targeting the enthusiast/prosumer portion of the market, now gearing up to blow the lid off of the mainstream, we take a look at Ryzen 3.

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ASRock Fatal1ty AB350 Gaming K4 Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 16-07-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The AB350 Gaming K4 is a gaming orientated AMD motherboard featuring the more affordable B350 chipset. Alongside the dedicated gaming features, ASRock also afford an additional M.2 slot.

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Tagged as: ASRock, AM4, B350

ASUS PRIME X299-A Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 11-07-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

The PRIME X299-A is a mid-range Intel X299 motherboard, equipped with trademark ASUS features and adorned in a stylish mint/white design.

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Intel Skylake-X Core i7-7800X Review – The True HEDT Entry-Point?

Posted by: Tim Harmer on: 29-06-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Kaby Lake-X CPUs are a disappointing introduction to Intel's new HEDT platform. Can the Skylake-X Core i7-7800X redeem the range and offer a true compelling reason to upgrade this summer?

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GIGABYTE GA-AB350 Gaming 3 Review

Posted by: Tony Le Bourne on: 26-06-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Packed with features, including: RGB LED lighting, DAC-UP 2, Dual BIOS, and AMP-UP Audio, GIGABYTE reminds us that the B350 chipset is capable of being a strong foundation for an affordable gaming system.

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MSI X299 GAMING PRO CARBON AC Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 19-06-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

Aimed at gamers and enthusiasts, the X299 GAMING PRO CARBON AC offers features which blend together both worlds, providing performance and functionality!

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GIGABYTE X299 AORUS-Gaming 3 Review

Posted by: David Mitchelson on: 19-06-2017 [ 0 comment(s) ]

In our first Intel X299 motherboard review we take a look at what GIGABYTE has to offer in the X299 AORUS-Gaming 3 - which offers Skylake-X and Kaby Lake-X processors a catalogue of enthusiast-grade features.

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Tagged as: GIGABYTE, AORUS, X299