Hardware & Tech

17Jan

By DanNo Comments

Phanteks Eclipse G500A DRGB Review

Phanteks, known for their epic range of PC peripherals have recently released their Phanteks Eclipse G500 range. The range is looking ahead and the generations to come and innovating cases to provide optimal airflow. By doing this they are hoping for better airflow, which in turn will provide better cooling and improved performance. Moving Case For Space And Airflow I will be the first to admit, I am not a pro when it comes to building PCs. My first gaming PC was custom pre-built by the team at OverclockersUK and it is still standing strong. This is the first time I am moving cases, a little nervous but well prepared and hoping for the best. I know this might not seem like a big thing to some, but it's the little things like this where I learn more about the system I use to game. Design...

13Jan

By TC Staff WriterNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

MAONO DM30 USB Microphone Review

The market for computer peripherals, especially video conferencing hardware is large, especially after the pandemic with many realising they would need good gear to enhance their online presence. This market was already big amongst streamers like me where we are always looking for good hardware to evolve our online content. I took the time to get a hands-on review of the MAONO DM30 USB Microphone, one which shows promise in the market at the moment, and share my thoughts. Taking your vocals to another level The chance came up to test this microphone from a brand I was unfamiliar with, but I see them being a common name in the market given time and recognition. Let us know what you look for in your PC setup in the comments. Design On unpackaging the microphone it is obvious that it's ve...

10Jan

By DanNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

The Logitech G502 X Mouse Review

Logitech is pushing design and innovation and has crept to the forefront of high-end gaming peripherals. The G502 series was their previous release. We have now been blessed with their G502 X range. The Lightforce Awakens I personally love the G502 series mouse, its ergonomic shapes along with the build materials make it (for me) one of the best peripherals on the market. Join me as I check out the X range to see what it can offer. Design The Logitech G502 X Series mouse comes in two different colourways. Those who prefer a darker stealthier build can opt for the Black version. For gamers who prefer a brighter-looking build, then you have the colourway that we are looking at today which is quite simply White. Having said that the White version does have grey/silver accents which add fi...

23Dec

By DanNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

XPG SPECTRIX D45G Review

XPG are a brand we are hearing more and more about when talking to other gamers. Over this past year, I have heard more about XPG and its growth within the gaming community than some of its competitors. I have recently been lucky enough to get my hands on the XPG SPECTRIX D45G 16GB RAM kit. Rugged RAM With RGB It was last year when I was first introduced and since then we have worked with ADATA multiple times. Their products and innovation within their lines along with their price points really puts them at the forefront. Join me as I take a look at the latest award-winning RAM kit they sent over. Design I love great-looking components and I am not overly bothered about the unicorn poop RGB either. However, what I do like is a sleek piece of kit that does offer RGB capabilities, for w...

19Dec

By JasonNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

JBL Quantum Stream Microphone Review

When you hear the name JBL, the first thing that comes to mind for most people will be speakers. With JBL branching out into gaming headsets, I was quite stunned to see a streaming microphone during a recent press event in London. JBL Quantum Stream - What is This Witchcraft? Sitting tidily next to a gaming pc, showing off the perfect JBL setup, was a JBL Quantum Stream mic. While chatting with one of the amazing hosts from the PR firm as well as the JBL technical guru, I was puzzled as to how we seemingly did not know much about this foray into the streaming world! Entering a packed mid-market with some serious hitters such as the likes of Blue, Hyper X and Razer, how would the JBL Quantum Stream fair? Design Standing at just 25cm tall, the black shroud and base of the Quantum ...

19Dec

By Si WoodhamsNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

ThunderX3 TC5 Gaming Chair Review

Take yourself back, it's the start of lockdown and pretty much everyone has been told to work from home. Most, including myself, grabbed themselves the first available desk chair from the office and went on their way. Now nearly 3 years later those chairs, after many hours of holding you up, have worn away. Well thankfully our friends over at Overclockers have got you covered with the ThunderX3 series of gaming chairs. I was lucky enough to be sent the ThunderX3 TC5 Gaming Chair, so let's get it out of the box, built and tell you all about it. Thunder, Thunder, Thunder......X3 TC5 It doesn't quite have the same ring to it as the TV show, but you would be sat in comfort watching it! Now fully built let's get into all the details about the ThunderX3 TC5 chair. Design With a choice...

14Dec

By TC Staff WriterNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

RIG 500 Pro HA Headset

We reviewed quite a few items from Nacon over the years, so when they got in touch about a brand new headset we jumped at the chance. What turned up was the brand new RIG 500 Pro HA Gen 2 headset with a price point bang in the mid-range at around £80, would these stand up to the very competitive mid-market? If you are in the market for anything hardware related be sure to check out some of our other hardware reviews right here! Mid-range price, Bold Claims With a price of around £80 the Rig 500 Pro makes some big claims with this headset, the main one being "Competition Grade Gaming Headset" and it is up against tough competition from the likes of Razer, Hyper X, Arctis and others. Unboxing and Design The unboxing of the RIG 500 Pro is not really an event in itself, just a grey ...

Logitech G915 TKL Lightspeed Keyboard Review

13Dec

By Dan2 Comments

Hardware & Tech

Logitech G915 TKL Lightspeed Keyboard Review

Logitech, in particular, their gaming side (Logitech G) have been making a lot of noise in the peripheral market over the past couple of years. Always bringing their latest innovations to the forefront, we are today taking a look at the Logitech G915 TKL Lightspeed Keyboard. Impossibly Thin When it comes to connectivity I am a wired-first gamer. This is due to past experiences where I have been mid-game and there have either been major latency or connectivity issues. Can Logitech's Lightspeed technology change this? Keep reading to find out more and if you like this hardware review, check out some more here! Design The Logitech G915 TKL Lightspeed Keyboard is available in two colour ways, white or carbon. Both look stunning, but it allows you to choose the one which best fits the aesth...

9Dec

By DanNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

ADATA Elite SE880 External SSD Review

ADATA have been providing the PC market with components for quite some time now. However, recently they have been breaking into the console market. With the release of the ADATA Legend 960 and now the ADATA Elite SE880 External SSD. Their product line-up for console gamers is getting stronger and stronger. ULTRA-FAST When the next-gen consoles were released, both internal and external storage became a talking point. For the first time, I will be putting an external SSD to the test. Keep reading to find out how I get on. Design I am not going to lie, when I first opened the packaging I wasn't quite ready for the size of the ADATA Elite SE880 External SSD. With it packing a punch, I thought it would be the size of the picture on the box (at minimum). However, with its compact size, it is...

Kolink Umbra EX180 ARGB CPU Cooler Review

8Dec

By DanNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Kolink Umbra EX180 ARGB CPU Cooler Review

Kolink, a brand known for its hardware have released a new CPU Cooler, the Kolink Umbra EX180 ARGB CPU Cooler. Currently available from OverclockersUK and priced at £32.99 (At the time of writing). Chilling Out With Kolink I had seen this cooler mentioned in a couple of videos when I was looking into CPU cooling. In particular, I was looking for cooling solutions that do not cost an arm and a leg, but do provide the performance required for long gaming sessions. The team over at Kolink kindly hooked us up with one to take for a spin. Design The Kolink Umbra EX180 comes in two different editions. There is the Black edition and the one we are checking out in this article, The ARGB Edition. When it comes to the differences between the two, it is solely down to the fan included. In the Bla...