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In an utterly pointless-seeming move, Intel just published a patent for RGB-lit CPUs, which makes no sense for a component that's always covered by something
Intel has published a patent for CPUs featuring internal Micro-LED arrays, allowing for RGB lighting. The article questions the practicality of this feature, as CPU coolers typically cover the component, rendering the lighting invisible. This move is seen as a potentially pointless attempt to appeal to gamers and increase profit margins.
"This is precisely why it’s so important to take actual measurements" - Noctua discovers over 50 PC cases with false cooler clearance details: "every millimetre can count"
Noctua has identified that over 50 PC cases have inaccurate CPU cooler clearance specifications published by manufacturers. The company's research found that while some cases offer more space than advertised, others have less, potentially leading to compatibility issues for builders. Noctua has launched a database to help PC builders verify cooler compatibility, especially for small form factor systems where every millimeter counts.
Arctic Freezer 36-S review
The Arctic Freezer 36-S CPU cooler offers surprisingly effective performance for its price point. It is a budget-friendly option for PC builders looking for good cooling capabilities.
Hardware Reviews
This article features reviews of various hardware components, including Noctua AiOs for CPU, GPU, and SSD cooling, highlighting their performance. It also includes a review of the Asus TUF Gaming A18 laptop.
Hardware Reviews
This article provides reviews for several hardware components, including the CPS PCCOOLER GT360 ARGB & DT360 ARGB High Performance AIO CPU Coolers from Nikk Tech, and the Xastra ASTRA LZ360 ARGB BK Liquid CPU Cooler.
Be Quiet's new air coolers are miles better than the last... but miles more expensive
Be Quiet's new Dark Rock 6 and Dark Rock Pro 6 air coolers offer significant improvements in performance and aesthetics over previous models. However, their high price point, $110 and $130 respectively, makes them difficult to recommend compared to more affordable and equally capable competitors.
Noctua finally made an AIO cooler, decades into making some of the finest PC fans and CPU coolers around
Noctua has announced its first All-In-One (AIO) liquid CPU coolers, the NL-LC1 series, available in 240mm, 360mm, and 420mm radiator sizes. These new coolers maintain Noctua's signature beige and brown color scheme, marking the company's expansion into a new product category after decades of producing PC fans and air coolers.
Hardware Reviews
This article compiles reviews for Noctua's NL-LC1 series of liquid coolers, specifically the 240mm and 360mm models, from hardware review sites Guru3D and Vortez. The content focuses on the performance and features of these CPU, GPU, AIO, and SSD coolers.
My favorite budget CPU cooler just got a big update, boosting its cooling performance
Thermalright has released the third iteration of its budget-friendly CPU cooler, the Peerless Assassin 120 SE V3. This update features slimmer, faster-spinning fans and a revised fin design, aiming to improve cooling performance. The cooler remains compatible with AMD AM4/AM5 and Intel LGA 1851/1700/1150/1151/1200 sockets and is priced at $37.
Hardware Reviews
This article features reviews of various hardware components, including the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 CPU with a focus on its maximum cache, and the be quiet! Dark Rock 6 and Dark Rock Pro 6 CPU coolers. It also briefly mentions the Brother MFC-L8970CDW printer.
While everyone seems to be ignoring the state of the economy at Computex, Arctic is keeping things real by giving us a…
Arctic has unveiled the Freezer 61, a new twin heatsink and fan CPU cooler designed with affordability and compatibility in mind. The cooler features a unique fan configuration to avoid clashing with RAM modules and includes Arctic's MX7 thermal paste and a six-year warranty, starting at approximately 50 euros.
Hardware Reviews
This article presents reviews for several hardware components, including the BeQuiet Dark Rock Pro 6 CPU Cooler reviewed by Guru3D, and the Lian Li HydroShift II OLED Curved 360P reviewed by TechPowerUp. It also briefly mentions the Valve Steam Controller.
Hardware Reviews
This article compiles reviews for various computer hardware components, including the ID-Cooling FROZN A620 SLK CPU/GPU/AIO/SSD Cooler and the MSI MAG COREFROZR AA13 CPU Cooler. It also mentions a review for the Corsair Galleon 100 SD keyboard.
Thermaltake TH360 V3 Ultra ARGB Sync review
The Thermaltake TH360 V3 Ultra ARGB Sync is a highly affordable 360mm AIO CPU cooler featuring a 4-inch LCD display. It offers impressive performance and broad compatibility for its price point, though it is let down by a limited warranty and underwhelming software.
Hardware Reviews
This article presents reviews for various hardware components, including the Noctua NH-D15 G2 chromax.black CPU/GPU/AIO/SSD cooler and the SAMA L70 360WH AIO cooler. It also covers reviews for the beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Studio Headphones.