Do I need a sound card?
November 23, 2021
Today, we’re going to teach you everything you need to know about sound cards.
Motherboard
What Is JFP1 And How Do You Use It On Your Motherboard?
October 2, 2021
Ever seen a connector on your motherboard called JFP1?
What Is JCOM1 And How Do You Use It On Your Motherboard?
October 2, 2021
Ever seen a connector on your motherboard called JCOM1?
PWM vs. DC vs. Auto Fan Modes for System & Case Fans
October 2, 2021
If you’ve ever gone rummaging through your BIOS, you might have stumbled across the terms PWM, DC, and Auto in the fan control section.
Troubleshooting MSI EZ Debug LEDs: Everything You need to know
November 9, 2021
MSI’s EZ debug LEDs might seem like a trivial feature when purchasing a new motherboard, but it can save you hours when troubleshooting in case something does go wrong.
Best Z590 Motherboards for Intel 11900K, 11700(K), 11600(K)
November 9, 2021
If you have a specific budget in mind, here’s a list of good motherboards that will help you get the most out of your brand-new Intel processor.
Guide to XMP Memory Profiles – How to set XMP Profiles in your BIOS
November 8, 2021
First-time PC builders often shy away from tinkering in the BIOS (understandably).
How to fix bent Pins on a CPU and Motherboard (LGA & PGA)
October 2, 2021
Bent pins can cause a variety of peculiarities.
The Best Motherboard Brands (And what to beware of)
April 9, 2021
We often get questions like – ‘What’s the best motherboard brand?
Guide to PCIe Lanes: How many do you need for your workload?
October 4, 2021
When choosing the motherboard and processor for a PC build, a feature we see most builders often overlook is picking the right amount of PCIe lanes.
2022 Motherboard Buying Guide for Workstations [How to Buy a Motherboard]
January 4, 2022
Picking the right motherboard is one of the most complicated but critical tasks when you’re getting parts together for a brand-new PC build.
CPU FAN vs. CPU OPT (When to use which)
October 4, 2021
Wondering what the difference between all those fan headers on your motherboard is?
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Best B550 Motherboards for AMD Ryzen CPUs [2022 Guide]
January 4, 2022
After numerous delays, motherboards with the B550 chipset for AMD processors have finally started popping up on the market.
Best Z490 Motherboards for Intel 10900K, 10700K, 10600K CPUs
December 18, 2021
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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Best Motherboards for Gaming [2022 Guide]
January 4, 2022
Whether you’re building a PC for gaming or work, a motherboard remains one of your PC’s core components.
Best Motherboards for 3rd Gen AMD Threadripper CPUs 3990X, 3970X, 3960X
October 5, 2021
With the release of AMD’s Threadripper 3000 processors (3rd Generation Threadripper), Intel has finally lost the lead in both single-core and multi-threaded workloads.
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Best Motherboards for i9 9900k, i7 9700k [Intel 9th Gen CPUs]
July 31, 2021
Intel’s consumer CPUs have always remained a step ahead of their AMD counterparts when it comes to single-thread performance.
Best Motherboards for AMD Ryzen 5000 Series CPUs 5950X, 5900X, 5600X
July 31, 2021
On the lookout for a motherboard that pairs well with a Ryzen 5000 CPU like the 5950X?
Parts Needed to Build a PC (Computer Parts List & Explanation)
December 20, 2021
What Computer Parts do you need to build a PC, you ask?
PC-Builder: Find The Best Parts For Your PC & Workstation
April 21, 2021
Quickly find the best Parts for your PC & Workstation.
Best Workstation Computer for 3D Modeling and Rendering
December 19, 2021
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.