News
CES 2025: That's a Wrap!
With a week full of innovative announcements and dazzling demonstrations, how can we even begin to summarize it all in just one post?
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Graphics Card
Big announcements from NVIDIA and Intel at CES 2025
New year, new tech! CES 2025 kicked off in grand fashion with a trio of keynotes from tech giants Intel, AMD, and NVIDIA, setting the stage for an exciting week of innovation.
Keyboards
Hall Effect Keyboards, A History
The evolution of keyboard switches, from membrane to mechanical to Hall Effect, reflects the ever-increasing demands of users for speed, precision, and customization.
Mice
Are Cheap Gaming Mice Actually Worth It?
When it comes to gaming mice, performance and quality usually come at a premium. But in the age of AliExpress and budget-friendly dupes, many gamers have found themselves wondering: Can a cheap copycat mouse really measure up to a top-tier brand like Razer?
Mice
How Labs Conducts Mouse Testing
When setting up a computer, it’s easy to get caught up in the specs of the internal components. But let’s not forget the peripherals - especially the mouse.
PSU
What do PSU efficiency ratings actually mean?
When we tested the Corsair SF850L we noticed that both the box and Corsair's website said it was 80PLUS Gold certified. However, CLEAResult says that it's Platinum. Naturally, we reached out to Corsair to ask why. That's what this post is all about.
CPU
Spooky Scary Skeleton... Insides of a CPU 💀
Would you dare pry open your own skull to make your brain run more efficiently? That’s essentially what delidding a CPU is like - an eerie operation that might send chills down your spine! 🎃
Graphics Card
How We Push GPUs to Their Limits
With all the new advancements in GPU technology, your graphics card is arguably one of the most important parts of your computer, especially if you play modern games.
PSU
Are we fans of fanless power supplies?
We got our hands on the Cooler Master X Silent Edge Platinum 850, the first 850W fanless power supply in the industry. While most users might not see a huge benefit—since many power supplies already operate fanless at lower loads—it’s intriguing to see how this one handles heat without a fan.
PSU
Watt Happens During Power Supply Testing? Let’s Find Out! ⚡
If the CPU is the brain of your computer, then the PSU (power supply unit) is the heart. It’s one of those unsung heroes, quietly doing its job but holding everything together.
CPU
What is the right wattage for the Ryzen 7 9700X?
When we subjected the Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X to our testing process for the LTT video for this launch, Labs identified a noteworthy observation: the Ryzen 7 9700X appears to be better suited for a higher TDP classification.
Keyboards
Guide to Keyboard Testing
This blog post delves into each section of our keyboard testing methodology that we employ to evaluate keyboards, ensuring that you have all the necessary information to make an informed decision.