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Wondering what CPU is the absolute best for rendering? Or what GPU is the best for Video Editing? We did too when we started building our own rigs!

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AMD announced its newest range of Ryzen 5000 (yes, we’re skipping 4000 on the desktop) on October 8th.

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Core i9 10900K and Core i5 10600K Review for CG-Workloads: 3D Viewports Still Love Intel Core i9 10900K and Core i5 10600K Review for CG-Workloads: 3D Viewports Still Love Intel

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If you are working on multiple Monitors, chances are high that you have cursed Windows for not being able to properly move your mouse across them.

How to Clean and Maintain Your PC (Beginner’s Guide) How to Clean and Maintain Your PC (Beginner’s Guide)

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December 22, 2020

Few things are more frustrating than a PC that takes ten minutes to load your favorite Software and Games.

Best B550 Motherboards for AMD Ryzen CPUs [2021 Guide] Best B550 Motherboards for AMD Ryzen CPUs [2021 Guide]

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February 6, 2021

After numerous delays, motherboards with the B550 chipset for AMD processors have finally started popping up on the market.

Best Smallest ATX Cases for Compact PC Builds in 2021 Best Smallest ATX Cases for Compact PC Builds in 2021

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January 5, 2021

Most of us wouldn’t say no to a PC stuffed with beastly hardware, but not everyone has the desk or floor space to stash a tower the size of a child.

Render Engine Hardware Compatibility – CPU / GPU / Hybrid Render Engine Hardware Compatibility – CPU / GPU / Hybrid

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This is one of the first things you need to know when planning a new PC for Rendering Workloads:

Best Z490 Motherboards for Intel 10900K, 10700K, 10600K CPUs Best Z490 Motherboards for Intel 10900K, 10700K, 10600K CPUs

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Intel’s 10th Generation lineup has brought back competition to the market, in a way at least, by enabling hyperthreading across the entire product stack.

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If you’re serious about gaming, especially competitive gaming, then the topics of refresh rate, response time, and input lag are likely of great importance to you.

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Picking a suitable power supply is critical, as it’s one of the core elements of your PC build.

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Intel’s i9 10900k Processor is an exceptionally powerful CPU.

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January 23, 2021

Buying a processor (CPU) may seem intimidating at the outset, especially if you aren’t a tech expert.

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January 23, 2021

Whether you’re building a PC for gaming or work, a motherboard remains one of your PC’s core components.

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The AMD Threadripper 3990X Review for Content Creators
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AMD’s Threadripper lineup launch, featuring overwhelming 24 and 32-core CPUs, left a trail of dizzy Intel HEDT and even enterprise-class Xeon processors in its wake.

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Buying a new graphics card (GPU) can be tough, especially if you aren’t familiar with all the nitty-gritty tech jargon involved.

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January 21, 2021

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May 11, 2020

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