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- Graphics Cards
Battlefield 1 DirectX 11 & 12 Performance Analysis
Introduction The Battlefield franchise has a rich heritage on the PC platform and pushed the visual boundaries further with each release. DICE’s commitment to creating the most realistic cinematic audio and astounding lighting effects never ceases to amaze. Over the years, the Battlefield games have embraced destructible environments and a…
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Intel Core i7-7700K Kaby Lake Delidding Analysis
Introduction Intel has been utilising poor quality thermal interface material since the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture which increases the thermal values and restricts the overclocking headroom. Modern CPUs are engineered with the silicon die being cooled through a pre-applied integrated heatsink and conductive thermal layer. This method is used because the die emits…
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Deus Ex: Mankind Divided Performance Analysis
Introduction The original Deus Ex is widely regarded as a classic which paved the way forward for the stealth genre and illustrated the benefits of non-linear level design. In particular, the freedom to approach objectives using different strategies allows for multiple playthroughs and caters towards players with different skillsets. Sadly,…
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Gears of War 4 DirectX 12 Performance Analysis
Introduction The Gears of War franchise’s magical formula of chaotic action and a narrative which doesn’t take itself too seriously has made it an enormous success. Even though it’s often associated as an Xbox exclusive, the original title eventually launched on the PC platform and received widespread critical acclaim. Saying…
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- Guides
What is Sapphire Nation?
Sapphire Technology – Who are they? Sapphire Technology is a global manufacturer of computer hardware, specialising in graphics cards, the most important aspect of a PC from the gamers’ point of view. Sapphire Technology is a brand with a strong presence and activeness on numerous social media platforms. For example,…
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Philips Brilliance 28-inch 288P6 4K Monitor Review
Introduction 4K is unquestionably becoming the next mainstream standard and taking over the mantle from 1080P, commonly referred to as Full-HD. Of course, the adoption rate has been fairly pedestrian for some time and the Steam Hardware Survey data doesn’t include users powering a 4K display because it accounts for such…
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Can The New Big Data Trend Revolutionize Digital Gambling?
Bets, slots, pokies and poker seem like they are a fairly successful niche on their own. Gamblers have been around since mankind’s first days and so were the entrepreneurial individuals who knew how to make good profit out of passions of others. And you know what they say, “if something…
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Gigabyte P57X v6 GTX 1070 Gaming Laptop Review
Introduction Gigabyte has established themselves as one of the pioneers in the gaming laptop sector and released a fantastic repertoire of successful products. Of course, there’s fierce competition from the likes of MSI, ASUS and other key players which make it essential to try and hone the best possible package.…
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- Systems
MSI Vortex G65VR 6RE GTX 1070 SLI Gaming PC Review
Introduction The typical PC form factor has progressively evolved over time due to the advent of die shrinks and other efficiency savings which make compact systems a viable purchase. Unless you’re opting for a build with multiple graphics cards, it’s possible to construct an extremely powerful machine in a sleek and slimline…
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Wired2Fire Diablo Elite GTX 1080 Gaming PC Review
Introduction Wired2Fire might not be the most recognisable name among consumers but the reception from buyers is overwhelmingly positive and speaks for itself. According to the data on TrustPilot, the majority of reviews have the maximum five-star rating and thoroughly recommend the company’s service. As a result, the end-user is able…
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ASUS STRIX GAMING GTX 1060 Graphics Card Review
Introduction NVIDIA’s Pascal architecture is already a resounding success as consumers desperately try to get hold of the latest and greatest solutions in graphics technology. So far, AMD has focused on mass market appeal and the Polaris 10 architecture was created to revolutionise the capabilities of affordable graphics cards. More…
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ASUS STRIX GAMING GTX 1070 OC Graphics Card Review
Introduction Aftermarket GTX 1070 models typically start around the £380 mark which is a substantial saving compared to the GTX 1080. Unfortunately, NVIDIA’s premium solutions remain extremely expensive and recent price rises in the UK haven’t helped matters. As a result, many enthusiasts are unable to afford the GTX 1080…
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- Systems
AWD-IT Valyrian GTX 1060 Gaming PC Review
Introduction AWD-IT is one of the UK’s leading hardware retailers with a rich pedigree in the computing field spanning over 10 years. This means they’re able to source a huge catalogue of components and offer competitive prices. Not only that, the company’s system engineers deploy their expertise to construct interesting,…
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Doom OpenGL VS Vulkan Graphics Performance Analysis
Introduction The Doom series popularised the first-person shooter genre and is still held in high regard decades after the original title’s release. While hyperbole is often used to describe games, it’s evidently clear that Doom deserves the critical acclaim and its place in video gaming history. The franchise’s magical formula…
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ASUS STRIX X99 Gaming Broadwell-E Motherboard Review
Introduction, Specifications and Packaging The X99 platform was recently refreshed with Intel’s Broadwell-E range of processors designed to offer content creators and professionals working with multi-threaded workloads the absolute best performance. Those with deep pockets now have the opportunity to deploy the world’s first 10-core processor outside of the Xeon family.…
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