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ASUS x Noctua is back! This time the GeForce RTX 4080 gets the low-noise treatment, with impressive results. Testing in our review confirms that even at full load, running at 4K with more than 60 FPS, the card is nearly inaudible! We measured less than 24 dBA, which is quieter than the room you're sitting in right now.
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Author:W1zzard
In:Graphics Cards
Cooler Master's Latest Hyper 212 Halo Black looks to carry on the legacy established by its venerable ancestor. Delivering solid performance, good looks, and plenty of clearance for components making it s a decent option for entry to mid-range gaming PCs.
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Author:crazyeyesreaper
In:CPU Coolers
With the MM712, Cooler Master has engineered a MM710 with wireless and without holes, yet keeps the weight at a highly competitive 57 g. The MM712 also comes with PixArt's PAW3370 sensor, optical switches for the main buttons, Bluetooth and 2.4 GHz connectivity, and up to 80 hours of battery life.
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Author:pzogel
In:Mice
Sapphire's Radeon RX 7900 XT Pulse is one of the more affordable RX 7900 XT custom designs out there. For $860 you get impressive 4K gaming performance and a triple-slot, triple-fan thermal solution that achieves amazing noise levels with good temperatures. Overclocking worked very well, too.
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Author:W1zzard
In:Graphics Cards
The Autonomous SmartDesk Connect is not your average dual-motor standing desk. It pairs with the Autonomous app to give you scheduling options to remind you to get up and stand as well as the ability to fine-tune the collision detection sensitivity.
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Author:Darksaber
In:Other
The AVerMedia Mingle Bar is an all-in-one conference camera equipped with two microphones, a speaker, and a host of useful interfaces that turn it into a practical docking station. It primarily targets small businesses and enterprises but packs enough features to make it interesting to advanced work-from-home users.
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Author:Inle
In:Other
The Razer Chroma V2 is the company's newest gamepad with several improvements like back paddles, "Mecha Tactile" switches, mesmerizing RGB lighting and remappable buttons. Is the Chroma V2 a worthy iteration of the Wolverine line and worth its $150 price tag?
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Author:Tulatin
In:Living Room Tech
XENNS returns with a new hybrid driver set of IEMs! The new Mangird Top uses a 1 DD + 8 BA configuration and adopts the Harman in-ear 2019v2 tonality for a research-based sound signature which is then improved upon for a more pleasant listening session, paired with a nice set of accessories to further sweeten the deal.
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Author:VSG
In:Headphones
The AA-battery driven Naga V2 Hyperspeed not only comes with Razer's latest Focus Pro 30K sensor, it also has Razer's second-generation mechanical main button switches rated for 60 million clicks, 20 buttons, as well as both 2.4 GHz wireless and Bluetooth connectivity, lasting for up to 250 or 400 hours, respectively.
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Author:pzogel
In:Mice
The Chieftec BX-10B-OP is an mATX chassis which offers glass panels on both sides and a sturdy metal body in combination with a non-standard layout to keep the size as compact as possible. Even so, it can still hold a 240 mm AIO as well as a full-size ATX PSU, which could make it a clean, understated option for your next mainstream build.
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Author:Darksaber
In:Cases
The ambidextrous MM311 is a new wireless budget option from Cooler Master. Equipped with PixArt's PMW3325 sensor and an AA battery, the MM311 weighs 75 g and is said to last up to 115 hours. Most importantly, the MM311 retails for just $39.99.
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Author:pzogel
In:Mice
Edifier wants to take on the mainstream wireless ANC headphone brands with its new WH950NB over-ear closed-back set. It uses a 40 mm titanium composite driver with DSP and unique app-based presets, including parametric EQ, to put out a compelling sound that is complemented by impressive noise cancellation and ambient sound modes.
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Author:VSG
In:Headphones
TOPPING expands its popular E/L series of DACs and headphone amplifiers! Today we examine the ES9028PRO-based E70 along with the newer AKM AK4499EX-based E70 VELVET DACs, and pair them with the powerful NFCA-based L70 amplifier that makes for a potent stack that aims to do it all!
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Author:VSG
In:Audio
The GM31 is a small, right-handed ergonomic mouse weighing just 60 g. Equipped with PixArt's PMW3360 sensor, Omron main button switches, and pure PTFE feet, the GM31 is also compatible with NVIDIA Reflex.
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Author:pzogel
In:Mice
Endorfy launches its new Thock wireless keyboard line with four different form factors and sizes to choose from. Today we examine the Thock TKL Wireless that has hybrid wireless connectivity, two Kailh BOX switch options, hot-swappable switches and doubleshot PBT keycaps, extensive onboard and software controls, and RGB lighting to help seal the deal at an attractive price.
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Author:VSG
In:Keyboards
ASRock has teamed up with SEGA for this special Sonic themed Z790 Phantom Gaming motherboard. Marketed towards gamers and Sonic lovers everywhere, ASRock wants you to go fast and collect all the rings. As we look for the Chaos Emeralds, is it possible this Z790 PG Sonic motherboard is actually an Eggman trap? Read the review to find out!
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Author:ir_cow
In:Motherboards
The Y40 is the first true mainstream Mid-Tower chassis from HYTE, constructed with the same design DNA as its bigger sibling the Y60, while offering the same unique features and functions in a more compact envelope and at a lower cost of entry. Can the Y40 further establish the young brand as a force to be reckoned with?
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Author:Darksaber
In:Cases
The Intel Core i5-13400F is only $200, but comes with six Performance Cores and four E-Cores, bringing the total thread count to 16. Performance is good, as expected, but what's even more impressive is the energy efficiency as confirmed by the detailed testing in our review.
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Author:W1zzard
In:Processors
The Horizon series represents XGIMI's latest foray into the projector space, building on the success of the XGIMI Halo. Retaining the same exterior dimensions, the Horizon offers 1080p resolution and a slew of features also present in the more expensive 4K Horizon Pro, but at a much lower cost of entry.
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Author:Darksaber
In:Other
Custom Art steps into the tribrid IEM space with its new FIBAE 5 that uses a unique implementation of DD/BA/planar magnetic drivers to put forth an exciting and engaging sound. It provides plenty of bass without sounding one-note and also good treble energy without being overly fatiguing either to be a unicorn set worthy of learning more about!
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Author:VSG
In:Headphones
We take a second look at PCI-Express performance scaling of NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 4090 flagship card. This time with a Core i9-13900K, which hopefully helps us highlight more differences than what we've seen with Ryzen 5800X last year. We've also added minimum FPS and ray tracing testing.
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Author:W1zzard
In:Graphics Cards
The right-handed ergonomic Naga V2 Pro is more than just an MMO mouse: with three swappable side panels each offering a different button layout, up to a maximum of 20, the Naga V2 Pro can adapt to any kind of game. Up to 150 hours of battery life in 2.4 GHz wireless and 300 hours in Bluetooth along with the latest sensor and optical switches round things off.
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Author:pzogel
In:Mice
Gainward's GeForce RTX 4080 Phoenix GS comes at NVIDIA MSRP price of $1200, which makes it an attractive offer. In our review we found out that the thermal solution is one of the quietest of all the RTX 4080 cards we've tested so far, and the factory overclock helps unlock additional performance.
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Author:W1zzard
In:Graphics Cards
TEAMGROUP merges solid performance with innovative features in the Siren DUO360. This 360 mm prefilled AIO not only cools your CPU, it also includes a block for an M.2 NVMe SSD. Cooling performance is good, and the all-white design will certainly catch some attention.
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Author:crazyeyesreaper
In:CPU Coolers
The MSI MEG Prospect 700R comes with a beautiful 4.3" built-in IPS touch screen that give you access to various functions, including fan speed and ARGB control. MSI's new case is not only a hefty, well built and cool looking chassis, it also supports vertical mounting for triple-slot GPUs and ships with four 140 mm fans and additional parts for an E-ATX or cooling focus.
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Author:Darksaber
In:Cases
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