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Immortals of Aveum is built using Unreal Engine 5 and has both Lumen and Nanite enabled, which achieves impressive graphical effects. In our performance review, we're taking a closer look at image quality, VRAM usage, and performance on a wide selection of modern graphics cards.
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Author:W1zzard
In:Game Testing
Patriot takes DDR5 to a whole new level with the Viper Xtreme 5 series, DDR5-8000 is finally in consumer hands. For PC enthusiasts and the XOC crowd, Patriot includes three XMP profiles to get you started. With a side of some serious overclocking, follow along as we break down the benefits this memory brings to the table.
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Author:ir_cow
In:Memory
The Cobra Pro combines the ambidextrous Viper Mini shape with all the bells and whistles of recent Razer mice: Focus 30K sensor, third-gen optical main button switches, full RGB lighting, 2.4 Ghz and Bluetooth connectivity for up to 170 hours of battery life, as well as compatibility with Razer's Mouse Dock Pro and HyperPolling Wireless Dongle.
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Author:pzogel
In:Mice
Today we put Meze Audio's flagship open-back headphones to the test. The ELITE uses Rinaro's unique planar magnetic drivers to put out a warm and relaxing sound that is well complemented by the comfortable design and striking aesthetics around it.
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Author:VSG
In:Headphones
The Lexar NM790 is one of the fastest SSDs we've ever tested, being able to match the Samsung 990 Pro. It is still priced very competitively, at just $210 for the 4 TB version. Not long ago that only got you 2 TB. Thanks to a highly optimized controller design, the NM790 runs very efficiently and doesn't put out a ton of heat.
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Author:W1zzard
In:SSD
S.M.S.L adds to its impressive audio source portfolio with the budget-friendly SU-1 DAC. It offers multiple inputs, a clean and transparent sound, good build quality, and an easily concealable form factor at a compelling price to warrant a place in your first desktop audio setup for headphones or speakers alike.
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Author:VSG
In:Audio
With the Basilisk V3 X Hyperspeed, Razer expands their line of AA battery-driven wireless gaming mice. Equipped with PixArt's PAW3369 sensor capable of 18,000 CPI and main button switches rated for 60 million clicks, the right-handed ergonomic Basilisk V3 X Hyperspeed offers up seven buttons, 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth connectivity, as well as up to 535 hours of battery life.
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Author:pzogel
In:Mice
Atlas Fallen takes you on an epic adventure across a vast desert landscape, where you uncover mysteries and fight powerful enemies. In our performance review, we're taking a closer look at image quality, VRAM usage, and performance on a selection of modern graphics cards.
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Author:W1zzard
In:Game Testing
Colorful expands into the DDR5 market with the CVN memory line. Equipped with an XMP profile of 6600 MT/s and modest timings of 34-44-44-108, it's time to see what Colorful has to offer casual and enthusiast users. Follow along as we test this memory kit and see how it stacks up to the competition!
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Author:ir_cow
In:Memory
MOONDROP decides to showcase its capabilities with the new flagship Solis 2 that looks, feels, and sounds premium. It uses a tribrid driver configuration inside novel precious metal shells that get a unique artisanal design and puts out an extremely smooth sound which is still detailed and engaging.
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Author:VSG
In:Headphones
HIFIMAN updates its popular HE1000 V2 with stealth magnets! The new HE1000 Stealth takes on the more expensive HE1000se by offering a bassier sound and being easier on the ears while retaining the same excellent comfort and fit to make for a compelling premium headphones offering.
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Author:VSG
In:Headphones
The ASUS GeForce RTX 4060 Ti Dual OC comes at no price increase over the $400 NVIDIA MSRP, yet includes a triple-slot thermal solution and small factory overclock. Testing in our review confirms that this card can drive nearly all titles at 1080p with well over 60 FPS, and with DLSS 3 you'll have plenty of FPS to enable ray tracing.
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Author:W1zzard
In:Graphics Cards
Samsung 990 Pro is the company's flagship M.2 NVMe SSD. Compared to the 980 Pro, it comes with an improved controller and more modern flash. Our review confirms: this is the fastest PCI-Express 4.0 drive you can buy right now, beating the competition from WD, Phison and Solidigm.
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Author:W1zzard
In:SSD
Baldur's Gate 3 is the newest RPG masterpiece by Larian Studios. The graphics are excellent for a top-down isometric RPG and you also get support for DLSS, DLAA and FSR. In our performance review, we're taking a closer look at image quality, VRAM usage, and performance on a selection of modern graphics cards.
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Author:W1zzard
In:Game Testing
The ASRock Phantom Gaming PG34WQ15R3A is an ultrawide 34-inch gaming monitor with a 165 Hz VA panel. It looks to improve your gaming experience, but, in an unusual twist, also the Wi-Fi performance of your PC.
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Author:Inle
In:Monitors
VGN is a domestic Chinese brand, and has a highly appealing budget option in store: Coming with PixArt's PAW3395 sensor, Kailh GM 8.0 main button switches, and up to 130 hours of battery life, the 55 g Dragonfly F1 Pro Max is also compatible with true 4000 Hz wireless polling.
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Author:pzogel
In:Mice
ADATA's Legend 970 SSD comes with support for the blazing fast PCI-Express Gen 5 interface, which allows transfer rates of up to 10,000 MB/s. In order to keep the drive cool, ADATA includes a preinstalled heatsink that comes with a tiny little fan, to improve airflow.
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Author:W1zzard
In:SSD
XPG launches a new wave of Lancer RGB memory kits. Using a stylish, modern design, XPG is blurring the lines between performance and enthusiast-grade memory. Follow along as we benchmark, compare and overclock to find out if this 7200 MT/s kit holds any advantages over the competition!
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Author:ir_cow
In:Memory
MOONDROP updates its popular budget-friendly IEMs, the CHU, with the new CHU 2 that ditches the fixed cable in favor of a standard 2-pin offering. It also uses a new dynamic driver to put out stronger bass and improves the treble response with the goal of being a new $20 IEM benchmark.
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Author:VSG
In:Headphones
Montech debuts its first keyboards in the compelling MKey series. Today we examine the MKey TKL that comes in two different colors and offers a solid typing experience at a good price, complete with hot-swappable switches, a gasket mount design, nice Gateron G Pro 2.0 switches, and a multi-function wheel for added customization.
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Author:VSG
In:Keyboards
The Netac NV7000-T is available at unbelievable pricing of $80 for 2 TB. It still is one of the fastest SSD's we've ever tested, matching WD Black SN850, Samsung 980 Pro and Phison E18 drives. Netac even includes an optional heatsink with their solid-state-drive.
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Author:W1zzard
In:SSD
Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart is out now on PC, with support for NVIDIA DLSS Super Resolution, Frame Generation and DLAA. Also supported is Intel's Xe Super Sampling and AMD's FidelityFX Super Resolution. In this mini-review we compare the image quality and performance gains offered by these technologies.
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Author:maxus24
In:Game Testing
The Sabrent Rocket Nano V2 is an ultra-compact high-speed portable SSD using the USB 3.2 2x2 interface, which allows transfer speeds of up to 2 GB/s. The Rocket is not only fast but also comes with a durable shell made from thick metal.
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Author:W1zzard
In:Portable Storage
The Thermaltake TOUGHFAN 12 Pro is a 120 mm fan that uses an LCP rotor with tight clearance to a newly designed frame, in addition to an upgraded sealed motor and bearing implementation compared to the older version. It retains good case compatibility and provides an excellent performance/noise balance to take on all competitors.
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Author:VSG
In:Fans
Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart finally brings the epic franchise to the PC Platform. You get amazing visuals, with support for ray tracing, Direct Storage and all important upscaler technologies. In our performance review, we're taking a closer look at image quality, VRAM usage, and performance on a selection of modern graphics cards.
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Author:W1zzard
In:Game Testing
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