Hardware
HiFive Premier P550 Review: High RISC
RISC-V, the open source ISA, has made some great progress over the years, and the new HiFive Premier P550 is claimed to be “The Highest Performance RISC-V CPU Development Board in the World” and for $400 it better be. The unit that I have on the bench is the $399 16GB RAM model, but if…
Espresso Display 15 Portable Monitor Review: Can’t touch this
In early 2024, I reviewed two of the best portable monitors from Espresso: the 13 Touch and the 17 Pro. Both monitors offer attractive, high-quality designs and beefy magnetic stands. However, one true standout feature was the ability to support touch and pen input within macOS in addition to Windows. Espresso is back with an…
A Quick Guide to Motherboard LGA 1151 Socket
When it comes to building a PC, motherboard compatibility with CPU and GPU Matters the most. Motherboards are distinguished based on their CPU socket support options. What CPU are you trying to buy? Learn about its compatibility with your motherboard. A socket is a slot in the motherboard where you place the processor. Therefore, both…
Where to buy Nvidia’s RTX 5090 graphics card
The release date for Nvidia’s top-tier halo GPU is almost upon us. The Nvidia RTX 5090 is coming, and you can attempt to buy one when the card launches on January 30th, 2025. I say this because we expect demand for this new beast of a GPU to be extremely high, even with its incredibly…
Best Motherboard for Hackintosh (2025 Guide)
A motherboard is one of the most important parts of a Hackintosh build. It needs to be compatible with the CPU, memory, storage, and graphics card. It also needs to have the right ports and slots for all of your peripherals. The best motherboard for Hackintosh will depend on your budget and what you need…
Best Ethernet Cable for Gaming on PlayStation, Xbox & PCs
When it comes to gaming, the most important element in your setup is the internet connection. You can have a strong internet connection, either wireless (that is, WIFI) or Bluetooth. An unreliable internet connection can cause a lot of issues with your performance. Having a solid internet connection is not just a requirement but an…
MSI MAG A550BN PSU Review
MSI has built a reputation for offering high-quality products catering to gamers and enthusiasts. Known primarily for its motherboards and graphics cards, MSI also expanded its presence in the PSU market, aiming to deliver reliable, performance-driven solutions for all types of PC builds. This review focuses on the MSI MAG A550BN, a 550W PSU designed…
What is a VGA Cable? Understanding Types and Uses
The blue cable with 15 small pins that connect your monitor to your CPU is the VGA Cable. Yes, the one that fluctuates your PC screen turns off. When you plug in the cable in your PC VGA port, your screen lights up. It’s a display cable that showcases every action that you perform on…
Liquid Web VPS Hosting Review: Very Fast
Most hosting services offer two or three types of plan: shared hosting (few or no dedicated resources), Virtual Private Server (VPS) hosting where you have dedicated CPU and RAM resources and dedicated hosting where you pay a lot for your own physical box. Founded in 1997, Liquid Web is taking a slightly different approach, with…
Ryzen 7 9800x3D: A Review of the Best Gaming Processor
Getting the Best GPU under 500$ is a challenge for many gaming experts, especially getting your hand on Ryzen 7 9800x3D. It has been selling nonstop at all retail shops. Making it almost stocked out from retail giant Amazon while being available at other retailers selling it at a premium price. Why does everyone want…