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How To Check Your Graphics Card and Drivers [The easy way]
November 29, 2022
Want to learn how to check your graphics card and drivers and how to install or update your drivers afterward if needed?
Graphics Card (GPU)
How To Check and Monitor GPU Temperature
November 16, 2022
Ever wondered how to check and monitor GPU temperature?
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Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 16GB Founders Edition Review [Content Creation, Rendering, & Power Draw]
November 17, 2022
After ‘unlaunching’ the confusingly-named RTX 4080 12GB, Nvidia is now ready to ‘launch’ the real GeForce RTX 4080 (16GB) in its Ada Lovelace GPU lineup.
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Nvidia RTX 4090 Power Connectors are Melting [Why and What to do]
November 15, 2022
RTX 4090 Power Connectors are melting, but why is this happening, and what should you do?
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Is the Nvidia RTX 4090 and 4080 Worth it for Content Creators? [3D Rendering, Video Editing & More]
October 24, 2022
Nvidia showed off its Ada Lovelace architecture with top-of-the-line GeForce Gaming graphics cards in its GTC keynote on 20th September 2022.
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Why Did EVGA Exit The GPU Business? [And What It Means For You]
September 18, 2022
As of September 16th, 2022, EVGA has publicly and vocally terminated their partnership with Nvidia, effectively removing themselves from the GPU business.
How To Disable Your Integrated Graphics (Turn Off iGPU)
November 2, 2022
Wondering how to disable your integrated graphics?
GPU MSRP List – AMD, Nvidia & Intel Graphics Cards
September 5, 2022
Graphics Cards Manufacturers set a Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) when launching new SKUs that can be part of existing or new generations of products.
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Do Motherboards Have Integrated Graphics? [They don’t]
September 1, 2022
Integrated graphics have come a long way over the last few years, and we couldn’t be happier for that being the case!
Can I Use MSI Afterburner With Non-MSI Cards?
August 23, 2022
Can MSI Afterburner be used with non-MSI cards?
Can You Upgrade Your Laptop’s Graphics Card?
November 2, 2022
Can you upgrade your laptop’s graphics card?
Nvidia GeForce vs AMD Radeon GPUs in 2022 (Benchmarks & Comparison)
November 22, 2022
Most professionals lean towards Nvidia graphics cards whenever there’s work involved.
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What Should Your GPU Utilization Be? [Different Workloads Explored]
November 2, 2022
What should your GPU utilization be, and when is it a cause for concern?
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How To Reset Your Graphics Driver [And Why You Should]
August 15, 2022
How do you reset your graphics driver, and why should you even bother to begin with?
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How To Clean Your Graphics Card / GPU [The easy way]
September 3, 2022
Cleaning is the most important aspect of maintaining the health and performance of a PC that we all tend to *cough*ignore*cough* at times.
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Will My GPU Fit In My Case? [GPU Clearance Explained]
September 3, 2022
Depending on the size of your PC case, you might not be able to just go out and buy any kind of GPU.
GPU Power Cable Guide — All Connectors Explained
September 3, 2022
The process of building a PC can, at times, seem exceedingly complicated, what with there being quite some hurdles for one to overcome.
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What Is Shared GPU Memory? [Everything You Need to Know]
September 3, 2022
When you have an integrated or dedicated GPU, your operating system will take up as much as half of your RAM and use it as shared GPU memory.
How To Choose A Graphics Card (GPU) for Video Editing
September 3, 2022
Video editing might not be the most taxing workflow one can imagine, but it nonetheless requires a very competent PC — one that has truly powerful internals.
What Is a Good Idle GPU (Graphics Card) Temperature?
September 3, 2022
Ensuring that your GPU idle temperatures are as low as possible is of essential importance for the longevity of your Graphics Card.
All Types Of PCIe Slots Explained & Compared
September 3, 2022
Ever wondered what PCIe slots actually are and which kinds of different types exist?
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How to Remove a Graphics Card From Your PC [Step By Step]
September 3, 2022
Let’s go over a process you’ll have to experience a bunch of times, especially if you’re a gamer:
Do You Need A GPU (Graphics Card) If It’s Not For Gaming?
May 4, 2022
If you aren’t a gamer, all this fixation on graphics cards and gaming performance might lead you to believe that you don’t need a discrete graphics card for your workloads.
Does Overclocking Reduce Your CPU or GPU Lifespan?
May 1, 2022
Let’s talk about overclocking— does it reduce your CPU or GPU lifespan?
Integrated (iGPU) vs Dedicated Graphics Cards (dGPU) – Differences and Recommendations
September 3, 2022
Graphics cards come in various different shapes and sizes.
M1 iMac vs. Mac Mini vs. Mac Studio — Which One’s Right For You?
June 17, 2022
Apple’s M1 line-up is absolutely incredible; it can, however, be a bit hard to fully grasp the pros and cons of each device.
Do Nvidia’s LHR “Lite Hash Rate” GPUs Perform Worse?
June 17, 2022
Do Nvidia LHR GPUs perform worse than regular Nvidia GPUs?
How to Tell if Your Graphics Card Is Dying
May 4, 2022
GPUs are one of the most costly parts of a PC.
GPU Fans Not Spinning – How To Fix (or doesn’t it need fixing?)
September 3, 2022
GPU fans not spinning can cause all sorts of problems, from overheating and damaging the GPU to good old thermal throttling.
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The Best CPUs with Integrated Graphics (iGPU) [Updated 2022]
April 27, 2022
What are the best CPUs with integrated graphics?
Apple M1 Ultra (Mac Studio) – Better than PC?
June 1, 2022
Apple’s M1 Ultra has been making headlines lately and, needless to say, is quite a big deal.
AMD Radeon Pro W6400 4GB Review – It’s a Graphics Card You Can Buy
March 23, 2022
When we looked at the Radeon Pro W6400 workstation graphics card, at first, it seemed like an insane product.
Is Zotac A Good GPU Brand?
June 17, 2022
It can be challenging to buy a new GPU from the most desired manufacturers.
RTX vs GTX – Workloads & Functionality Explored
April 27, 2022
It’s down to RTX vs GTX- what’s the difference, and why does it matter to you and me?
How to Check Graphics Card Compatibility with your PC?
April 27, 2022
How do you know if a graphics card is compatible with your PC or PC build?
Which PCIe Slot is best for your Graphics Card?
June 17, 2022
If your motherboard has more than one PCI Express slot, it may not be immediately clear which one is going to be the best for your graphics card to use.
Thermal Throttling Guide (Prevent your GPU & CPU from Thermal throttling)
April 27, 2022
Thermal throttling can plague almost any PC or smart device, but what is it, and how does it actually work?
Guide to GPU Core Clocks & Memory Clocks – Everything You Need To Know
April 27, 2022
In this article, I’m going to walk you through everything you need to know about GPU core clocks and GPU memory clocks.
What Is Coil Whine – What does it sound like – How To Fix It
August 15, 2022
What does coil whine sound like, how does it affect your hardware, and how can it be prevented or fixed?
How To Lower Your GPU Temperature
August 15, 2022
If you’re here, you’re ready to learn how to lower your GPU’s temperature.
Guide to GPU Backplates (What does it do and do you need one)
November 29, 2021
GPU backplates have increased in popularity over the years, but what are they actually meant for, and do they do that job well?
How to Fix GPU Sag Before Lasting Damage
August 15, 2022
Have you ever casually looked over at your awesome PC one day and seen something like this?
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Best Graphics Card Brands & Manufacturers [AMD & NVIDIA]
November 8, 2022
Finding the best graphics card brand for your needs may seem tough, but it doesn’t need to be.
What Does RTX & GTX Stand for in Nvidia GPUs?
April 27, 2022
As Nvidia continues to expand its presence on the GPU market, the company has started to split its offers into several lines.
Best External GPU (eGPU) Enclosures
April 27, 2022
Looking for a way to beef up the struggling GPU in your laptop?
GPU vs Graphics Card vs Video Card: Are there any differences?
April 27, 2022
There are two things we can say about GPUs, Graphics Cards, and Video Cards:
How to Combine the Processing Power of Two (or more) Computers
April 4, 2022
What’s faster than one PC?
GDDR5 vs GDDR6 – What’s the Difference and which do you need?
August 8, 2022
Random Access Memory (RAM) varies dramatically in performance, from one generation to the next; and this is particularly the case between GDDR5 and GDDR6.
How to Enable RTX (Ray Tracing & Voice) On Your Nvidia GPU
April 2, 2022
Getting the most out of your PC hardware is paramount, and this is especially the case when it comes to Nvidia’s RTX – or ray tracing – functionality.
Can You Use Nvidia GPUs with an AMD CPU?
November 25, 2022
AMD is the only PC component manufacturer that builds both CPUs and dedicated graphics cards for the mainstream PC market.
Do You Need to Uninstall Your Old Graphics Drivers Before Installing a New GPU?
November 9, 2021
If you’re in the fortunate position of swapping your graphics card for a newer, more powerful unit, then you’ll want to make sure you have the appropriate software to support it.
CUDA Cores vs. Stream Processors (And other GPU Cores Explored)
March 19, 2022
Ever went to go buy a fancy new graphics card and ran into technobabble like this?
How Hot is Too Hot for a GPU? – Graphics Card Temperature Guide
November 25, 2022
If your PC is stuttering, crashing, or if you’re simply not seeing the performance you would expect from your GPU, it may be an overheating issue.
CPU vs. GPU Rendering – What’s the difference and which should you choose?
April 12, 2022
Ever wondered what the difference between CPU and GPU rendering was and which one fits your needs best?
Open-Air vs. Blower-Style Cooled GPUs – What’s the difference?
May 9, 2022
Have you ever wondered why some GPUs come with 3 Fans, some with 2 and many just have a single fan?
Pro vs. Consumer GPUs – What’s the difference & Why so expensive?
April 14, 2022
If you’re looking for a graphics card that suits the demanding requirements of pro-level software, chances are your pro-software’s vendor recommends a Quadro or Radeon Pro GPU.
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Best Low-Profile & Compact Graphics Cards (GPU) for your needs [2022 Guide]
May 19, 2022
If you’re looking to build a compact PC, whether it’s for gaming, work, or to use as a home theater (or a server), low-profile GPUs a must-have.
How much VRAM do you need? Professional and Gaming Workloads explored
May 9, 2022
Raw clock speeds and processing cores are not the only factors to consider when picking a graphics card.
Where to buy PC-Parts, CPUs & Graphics Cards in your Country
April 29, 2022
Well, it’s 2022, and stock issues still plague buyers worldwide.
NVLink vs. SLI and Multiple GPUs – Is it worth it?
May 9, 2022
It’s a reasonable enough assumption to make that if one new graphics card (GPU) can speed up your work by X amount, two will do the job twice as fast, right?
How to upgrade your PC (Beginner’s Guide)
May 19, 2022
Upgrading your system is an exciting experience that comes with a lot of benefits:
How to check your PC’s Specs (CPU, GPU, RAM, Storage & More)
May 9, 2022
There are many reasons why you would want to check your PC’s specs.
AMD Graphics Cards List in Order of Performance
May 11, 2022
There are so many different AMD Graphics Cards for purchase that it can get confusing at times.
Render Engine Hardware Compatibility – CPU / GPU / Hybrid
May 9, 2022
This is one of the first things you need to know when planning a new PC for Rendering Workloads:
AMD Radeon Pro W5500 Review & Benchmarks – An Excellent Entry to Workstation Graphics
October 5, 2021
The Radeon Pro W5500 is one of the latest additions to AMD’s workstation graphics lineup.
What is the Best GPU for Video Editing and Rendering?
May 9, 2022
Buying a new graphics card (GPU) can be tough, especially if you aren’t familiar with all the nitty-gritty tech jargon involved.
Parts Needed to Build a PC (Computer Parts List & Explanation)
November 7, 2022
What Computer Parts do you need to build a PC, you ask?
VRAY Benchmark & CPU + GPU Scores (Updated Results)
March 31, 2022
Chaos Group’s V-Ray Benchmark is a widely used tool for benchmarking your Processor and your Graphics Card.
Octanebench Benchmark Results (Updated Scores)
November 15, 2022
OctaneBench is the currently most popular GPU Rendering Benchmark.
Nvidia Graphics Cards List In Order Of Performance
November 15, 2022
A list of Nvidia Graphics Cards in order of performance is something I keep looking for myself.
PC-Builder: Find The Best Parts For Your PC & Workstation
May 11, 2022
Quickly find the best Parts for your PC & Workstation.
Best Workstation Computer for 3D Modeling and Rendering
May 9, 2022
The most interesting thing you’ll come across when looking for a Computer or Workstation for 3D Modeling and Rendering is that 3D Modeling and (CPU) Rendering are two very different workloads.
Redshift Benchmark Results (Updated)
November 15, 2022
Redshift Benchmark results are not easy to find, that is why I compiled a list for everyone to take a look at.
Blender Benchmark Results (Updated Scores)
November 15, 2022
The Open Source Digital Content Creation Software Blender is among the most popular 3D-Modeling, -Animation, -Rendering, Video Editing & Compositing Solutions on the market.
What Does Ti mean in a GPU
February 20, 2022
Graphics Cards have complicated naming schemes and it can get confusing very fast, especially with the rate at which new GPUs are released.
Best Hardware for GPU Rendering in Octane – Redshift – Vray (Updated)
May 9, 2022
Graphics Card (GPU) based render engines such as Redshift, Octane, or VRAY have matured quite a bit and are overtaking CPU-based Render-Engines – both in popularity and speed.