Cases/Cooling/PSUs
Typical CPU coolers do the job for standard heat management but often fall short when it comes to quiet operation and peak cooling effectiveness. This gap pushes enthusiasts and PC builders towards specialized aftermarket solutions designed for their unique demands. The premium aftermarket cooling niche is fiercely competitive, with brands vying to offer top-notch thermal management solutions. Today we're shining a light on DeepCool's AK620 Digital cooler, a notable entry in the high-end CPU cooler arena. At first blush, the AK620 Digital stands out from the crowd mostly for its integrated LCD screen. Yet aesthetics aside, underneath the snappy screen is a tower cooler that was first and foremost engineered to exceed the cooling needs of the most powerful mainstream CPUs. And it's a big...
PC Power & Cooling - Visiting a Legend
PC Power & Cooling is one of the oldest names in the power supply business, and one of the major innovators. What goes into making quality power supplies? Our...
35 by Christoph Katzer on 1/23/2009Thermaltake Spedo Advanced Chassis
Thermaltake has launched a new high-end chassis with more features than you can shake a memory stick at... but is less sometimes more?
14 by Christoph Katzer on 1/5/2009300W to 450W: 20 Power Supplies on the Test Bench
You asked and we delivered: 20 lower wattage power supplies tested and reviewed. Those of you looking for a good PSU for a moderate system need look no further.
39 by Christoph Katzer on 12/31/2008Seasonic M12D 850W: DC-to-DC Perfection?
Seasonic recently launched their new M12D series, designed to compete in the upper echelon of power supplies. Could this be the perfect power supply for your next high-end system?
46 by Christoph Katzer on 11/26/2008Thermaltake TR2 QFan Series
Are you tired of all the 1000W power supplies? If so, Thermaltake's latest TR2 QFan series might have the cure for your extreme wattage blues.
36 by Christoph Katzer on 11/19/2008The Cost of Running Your PC
Had you ever wondered how much money you actually spend to run your PC each day? Perhaps you want to know how much money you might save by upgrading...
59 by Christoph Katzer on 11/14/2008Silverstone Fortress FT01
Silverstone's new Fortress FT01 is a classy looking chassis that doesn't rely on flash to compete. Find out if this case might make a good home for your next...
22 by Christoph Katzer on 11/10/2008Enermax Revolution 85+ High Efficiency PSU
Enermax has now officially launched their Revolution 85+ power supplies, boasting some of the highest efficiency scores in the market. We are happy to report there's some substance behind...
50 by Christoph Katzer on 11/6/2008Corsair TX750W Power Supply
Corsair sent us their second-most powerful PSU, rated at 750W, and we see how it stacks up to the competition.
26 by Christoph Katzer on 10/30/2008Super Flower Amazon 650W Power Supply
Super Flower is a company that has been around a long time, manufacturing cases and power supplies under their own name as well as for others. We've got their...
21 by Christoph Katzer on 10/16/2008Antec Fusion HTPC Shootout
Antec sent us three of their Fusion cases, which target the HTPC market. Join us for a closer look.
21 by Christoph Katzer on 10/9/2008Antec Signature 650W Power Supply
Join us as we review the little brother in Antec's Signature series and see how it compares to its older sibling and other power supplies.
22 by Christoph Katzer on 10/1/2008Debunking Power Supply Myths
How big does your power supply really need to be for your new computer? We examine the real power requirements of modern components to provide answers; what we discover...
98 by Christoph Katzer on 9/22/2008