NZXT Tempest Mid-Tower ATX Case :: Posted on 05.16.08 :: 0 Comments
In my assessment, NZXT's claim that the Tempest is the "Airflow King" cannot be disputed. My hardware has remained cool, with temperatures of 27C for both processor cores, 32C for the system, and 39C for the graphics card. And despite having six fans installed to keep things so cool, the Tempest is one of the quietest cases I have used. - The Review
Testing showed that the Aeneon XTune 2GB DDR2-1142 memory kit could put up some solid numbers, keeping pace with another comparable kit from Kingston. At stock speeds this kit is ready for action above and beyond the JEDEC standard speed grade of PC2-8500, and with some relatively easy overclocking it can soar past PC2-9600 speeds. - The Review
The Sapphire Toxic 512MB Radeon HD3870 graphics card offers strong performance right out of the box, but overclocking turns it into a real powerhouse. There are really no negatives to discuss in terms of performance, quality, and overall appeal. The card performs well, it stays cool and quiet, and the bundle of accessories is generous. - The Review
Getting the Kingston HyperX 2GB PC2-9200 DDR2 memory kit up to the stock speed of 1150MHz was tricky only because it is an odd speed that I couldn't quite dial in with the settings found in the test system's BIOS. But getting into that general range required minimal effort, and even overclocking to well above 1200MHz was pretty much plug and play. - The Review
From Around The Web
Music Services Compared :: Posted on 05.15.08 :: 0 Comments
We’re now in an era where everyone and their brother seem to have digital music featured on their site. And it’s all blown up in a way industry insiders had hoped, but no one really anticipated. Labels have their own music shops where tracks can be bought. Streaming downloads have become more important. Portable music players are now ubiquitous, after slimming down in size but seeing storage capacities grow, with video playback now a vital component on many models. - digitaltrends.com
FrostyTech Top 5 Heatsink Chart - May 2008 :: Posted on 05.15.08 :: 0 Comments
Looking for the best heatsink out there? Frostytech's Top 5 Heatsink chart lists the 10 Best Intel & AMD heatsinks that we've tested in one handy location. Heatsinks are ranked by lowest temperature and lowest noise output for both Intel and AMD processor platforms. Find the heatsink you like and read a detailed review for the official thermal and acoustic test results! - frostytech.com
ThermoLab Nano Silencer CPU Cooler :: Posted on 05.15.08 :: 0 Comments
Before you start to yawn I will go ahead and say upfront that the Nano performed better than the Micro, even though it is a smaller cooler and fan. What is really attention getting is the size of the cooler and the custom applications that modders will be able to use with it. - tweaktown.com
Lian-Li PC V1010 Case :: Posted on 05.15.08 :: 0 Comments
I liken Lian-Li to the Mercedes-Benz of the chassis design world. The Taiwan-based company designs its chassis with sleek, conservative style and hand-builds cases out of lightweight, yet durable aluminum. The chassis are generally not flashy, but are very, very conducive for high-performance cooling while overclocking. Lian-Li recently renewed its V series line-up with five new cases: PC-V2110, PC-V2010, PC-V1110, PC-V1000Z, and the focus of this review, the PC-V1010. ThinkComputers goes inside the Lian-Li PC-V1010 chassis in this review. - thinkcomputers.org
Sunbeam SATA/IDE to USB 2.0 Adapter :: Posted on 05.15.08 :: 0 Comments
Sunbeam has come out with a nice tool that solves the mystery of how to handle multiple formats of hard drives. The SATA/IDE to USB 2.0 Adapter can use 2.5" and 3.5" SATA and IDE drives and easily converts them to a USB 2.0 interface. Its compact size, flexibility and low price make it a nice addition to a tool bag or work bench. - techpowerup.com
Xigmatek HDT-S1283 and Red Scorpion CPU Coolers :: Posted on 05.15.08 :: 0 Comments
Two HeatpipeDirectTouch CPU Coolers from Xigmatek duke it our in this review. We compare the performance of these enthusiast heatsinks to the best out there to see how they compare. Available for a budget friendly price can they deliver the cooling performance required to be at the top? Let us find out. - madshrimps.be
As I laid my hand down on the mouse for the first time, my little finger wanted to curl underneath the mouse, naturally this isn't the way it's supposed to go. There is a actually a little ledge for the my finger to get a free ride on so that it isn't always dragging on the mouse pad. Other than that, the mouse was ergonomically formed to fit my hand comfortably. - bcchardware.com
OCZ allowed us to test their first Solid State Drive product, the OCZSSD64GB, and while the pricing very affordable the performance wasn't so impressive. Now just a short three months later, OCZ has returned with one of the industries very first SATA-II SSD products, the OCZSSD2. It would be a shame to give away the details, but it appears that the extra time at the design table was very well spent. OCZ's new Solid State Drive offers industry leading performance matched by ultra-affordable pricing, and sets a new record. - benchmarkreviews.com
Hiper Osiris Mid-Tower Case :: Posted on 05.14.08 :: 0 Comments
First thing first, and that is the Hiper Osiris in my eyes is one classic looking case. There are no signs of extra bling or flash to make this case scream for attention. It does that just by being simple and tasteful in design. The stealth doors are not new to the market but still great when keeping the contrast of the case the same. - pro-clockers.com
NZXT Tempest Mid-Tower Case :: Posted on 05.14.08 :: 0 Comments
For many enthusiasts venturing into the world of PC building, selecting a case can be quite a challenge these days. Important factors to consider include quality, size, functionality, and now more than ever - style. Well-built enclosures with incredible features are important, but without a bit of flash and beauty, they might as well stay sitting on the warehouse shelf (and probably will!). However, there’s also another aspect of case selection that’s very important to many builders, especially those new to the game – price. - bjorn3d.com
