One of the most difficult components for first-time builders to choose is their power supply. Power supplies won't improve your framerate and they aren't really a big part of your system's aesthetics. However, there is no component more central to your system's long-term health than your power supply. If you choose a low-quality power supply, your build will either not run, … [Read more...] about How to Choose A Power Supply: 5 Things to Know Before Buying A PSU
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How to Choose A CPU Cooler: 8 Factors to Consider
Your computer's processor is one of the most important components inside of your system. And, in order for it to run properly, you need to ensure that it doesn't get too hot. Fortunately, if you choose the right CPU cooler for your processor you can help ensure that it operates at appropriate temperatures. In this guide, we're going to go over how to choose a CPU cooler that … [Read more...] about How to Choose A CPU Cooler: 8 Factors to Consider
12 Best AM4 Motherboards: The Top AMD Ryzen Motherboards
We've rated, reviewed, & compared 12 of the best AM4 motherboards for 2018. These AMD Ryzen motherboards are perfect for gaming or multi-purpose PC builds. NAME CHIPSET FORM RATING TOP PICK ASUS ROG X470-F X470 ATX 9.3/10 Check Price VALUE X470 GIGABYTE X470 AORUS X470 ATX 9.2/10 Check Price VALUE … [Read more...] about 12 Best AM4 Motherboards: The Top AMD Ryzen Motherboards
The Best Motherboards for Gaming in 2018: 17 Intel & AMD Options Reviewed
We rated, reviewed, & compared 17 of the best gaming motherboards across various budgets, including the best Intel motherboards and the best AMD motherboards. Name Rating Z370 ASUS ROG Maximus Standard ATX Z370 Chip. 64GB Max LGA 1151 9.3/10 Buy Now Read Review » AM4 ASUS ROG X470-F … [Read more...] about The Best Motherboards for Gaming in 2018: 17 Intel & AMD Options Reviewed
5 “Impractical” Things PC Gamers Buy & How They Are (or Aren’t) Justified
PC gaming gets ridiculed for being too expensive to get into. The truth is that you can get into PC gaming on a budget. The problem, though, is that there are so many "shiny toy" products related to PC gaming (PC hardware and peripherals) that it's easy to spend a lot of money on stuff you may not need. In this article, I'll go over five products that PC gamers often buy … [Read more...] about 5 “Impractical” Things PC Gamers Buy & How They Are (or Aren’t) Justified