Tag Archives: Software & Gaming

Leo's attention turns to the 16-core Ryzen 9 9950X3D... and it's a belter

At last, Ryzen 9 gets the X3D treatment - we review the 9900X3D

Nvidia and AMD have launched their new graphics cards and we are all set for gaming in 2025, however there have been some shocks along the way. Naturally we expected Nvidia would soak us for a fortune but who would have predicted that Nvidia RTX 50-series would turn out to be an utter disaster? Or that AMD RX 9070 XT looks good? Wow!

Nacon has unveiled its latest wireless gaming headset: the RIG 900 Max HS, officially licensed for PlayStation 5. This headset boasts dual-mode wireless connectivity and promises exceptional audio quality and a comfortable, lightweight design, making it an ideal choice for gamers seeking a premium gaming audio experience when playing on …

Looking for a new high-end motherboard for an Intel build?

It's a RTX 5090 prebuilt, priced at £5.3K - are you interested?!

Hot on the heels of Acer's laptop announcements at CES, the company is now launching its all-new Predator Helios Neo 16 and Neo 18 gaming laptops. Powered by Intel Core Ultra CPUs and RTX 50 graphics, these laptops aim to deliver high-end gaming on-the-go, as well as plenty of horsepower …

Months after the original launch, we are ready to review the Core Ultra 200S series

Leo takes another look at Intel's Core Ultra 200S series, three months on

CES 2025 is set to kick off in the next few days and MSI is breaking a few headlines early. MSI already made our favourite OLED monitor of 2024, and in 2025, MSI is set to raise the bar again with an all-new wave of QD-OLED monitors, including the world's …

2024 has been a busy year. It feels like CES 2024 took place about three years ago and Computex - a mere six months ago - is ancient history. You have to think long and hard to recall that yes, Nvidia 40-series Super did indeed arrive in 2024. This is my video about my recollections of the year and that pretty much boils down to CPUs and motherboards.

Looking for a good value X870 board that still offers solid features?

AGON by AOC is trying something new with the Q27G4XY, a 27-inch QHD display that blends high-performance gaming with Google TV's entertainment capabilities. This monitor is an all-in-one entertainment hub, perfect for any space-constrained setup. The Q27G4XY combines your favourite games, movies, TV series, and streaming applications into a single …

It's a great X870E board, but does Leo think it's worth the £600 asking price?

Microsoft Gaming CEO, Phil Spencer, confirms plans for an Xbox gaming handheld, but work is only just beginning, so expect a multi-year wait.

ViewSonic has introduced the new ViewSonic VX54 Series of portable monitors. Designed for gamers on the road, these sleek, lightweight monitors provide numerous connection choices and high pixel density for gaming on the go. The VX54 series' 16-inch (VX1654) and 17-inch (VX1754) monitors have slim 9.85mm and 11mm profiles, respectively, …

Back in 2022 as Netflix began to ramp up its work in the video game space, the company hired former Blizzard veteran and Overwatch producer, Chacko Sonny, to lead a new team to work on a multiplatform game. Unfortunately, the studio appears to have been closed before it could even …

MSI has unveiled its latest additions to its gaming mouse lineup - the Versa 300 Elite Wireless and Versa 300 Wireless gaming mice.

Corsair has a new flagship gaming headset for 2024. The new Virtuoso Max Wireless will be available in two versions - one for PC and one for Xbox.

We preview five MSI Z890 motherboards and go through specs, features, design and more

A flood of reports regarding the AMD Ryzen 9000X3D have landed over the past week. In addition to new details on specs, there is an anticipated November launch. 

MSI's MPG X870E Carbon WiFi is packed with features, including the headline USB4 ports and WiFi 7

AOC is expanding its G4 gaming monitor series by introducing four new models catering to diverse gaming preferences and budgets. The latest offerings include the curved AOC Gaming C27G4ZXU, CQ27G4X, and the flat-panel Q27G4XF, as well as the larger curved CQ32G4VE, providing a comprehensive range of displays with high refresh …

MSI has unveiled the Maestro 300, a new gaming headset offering a lightweight and durable build optimised for prolonged comfort. Users can choose between high-density memory foam earpads in breathable mesh or protein leather for extended gaming sessions. The Maestro 300 also has a detachable unidirectional microphone, designed to ensure …

Earlier this year, we reviewed the fantastic MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED gaming monitor. While MSI started off with a flat-screen model, now, there is a curved option hitting the market – the MSI MPG 321CURX QD-OLED. Packing the same impressive specs and features as the flat-screen model, the MSI MPG …

This week, GeForce Now is getting a substantial update, with nine more games joining the library, including brand new games like Dungeons of Hinterberg and Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn.  There will be nine titles joining the GFN library this week, seven of which are brand new releases. Additionally, two …

Don't be fooled, it's not the same case that came out in 2022 - but what's changed?

This week, AOC announced the C27G2Z3/BK, a 27-inch curved FullHD display designed for gamers looking to achieve high frame rates without breaking the bank. Its primary selling point is the 280Hz refresh rate, while costing less than £200.  The AOC Gaming C27G2Z3 features a 27-inch Fast VA curved display (1500R …

Acer's booth at Computex this year is packed with new product launches. Join Dom & Leo as we take a closer look at Acer's 2024 line-up, including new ‘AI PCs', gaming systems and more.  Acer has unveiled three new OLED gaming monitors in its Predator line-up: the Predator X27U F3, …

Nvidia has kicked off Computex today with its latest keynote. This year, the company is tripling down on AI. For starters, Nvidia has revealed Project G-Assist, a new feature that will bring AI game guide assistants to supported games. Beyond that, RTX Remix is going open source, enabling developers to take the technology and work on it however they see fit.