Cases/Cooling/PSUs

Just over 18 months ago, Intel launched their significantly revised ATX v3.0 power supply standard, and with it, the 600 Watt-capable 12VHPWR cable to power video cards and other high-drain add-in cards. The release of the standard came with a lot of fanfare and excitement – the industry was preparing for a future where even flagship video cards could go back to being powered by a single cable – but shortly after, things became exciting again for all the wrong reasons. The new 12VHPWR connector proved to be less forgiving of poor connections between cables and devices than envisioned. With hundreds of watts flowing through the relatively small pins – and critically, insufficient means to detect a poor connection – a bad connection could result...

500W to 550W: 12 Power Supplies Compared

We all know most users don't actually need the latest 1000W+ power supplies, and so we put together a roundup of twelve "sensible" PSUs. If you need a new...

62 by Christoph Katzer on 2/20/2009

Antec Nine Hundred Two: Second Generation Gamer Case

Antec sent us the successor to the well regarded Nine Hundred chassis. As one of the largest case manufacturers in the world, many are interested in seeing how...

56 by Christoph Katzer on 2/13/2009

Silverstone Raven: A New Concept in Case Cooling

If you're looking for something unusual in terms of case aesthetics and design, Silverstone's Raven might be the type of bird you'd like to find tapping on your chamber door.

49 by Christoph Katzer on 2/6/2009

PC Power & Cooling - Visiting a Legend

PC Power & Cooling is one of the oldest names in the power supply business, and one of the major innovators. What goes into making quality power supplies? Our...

35 by Christoph Katzer on 1/23/2009

Thermaltake Spedo Advanced Chassis

Thermaltake has launched a new high-end chassis with more features than you can shake a memory stick at... but is less sometimes more?

14 by Christoph Katzer on 1/5/2009

300W to 450W: 20 Power Supplies on the Test Bench

You asked and we delivered: 20 lower wattage power supplies tested and reviewed. Those of you looking for a good PSU for a moderate system need look no further.

39 by Christoph Katzer on 12/31/2008

Seasonic M12D 850W: DC-to-DC Perfection?

Seasonic recently launched their new M12D series, designed to compete in the upper echelon of power supplies. Could this be the perfect power supply for your next high-end system?

46 by Christoph Katzer on 11/26/2008

Thermaltake TR2 QFan Series

Are you tired of all the 1000W power supplies? If so, Thermaltake's latest TR2 QFan series might have the cure for your extreme wattage blues.

36 by Christoph Katzer on 11/19/2008

The Cost of Running Your PC

Had you ever wondered how much money you actually spend to run your PC each day? Perhaps you want to know how much money you might save by upgrading...

59 by Christoph Katzer on 11/14/2008

Silverstone Fortress FT01

Silverstone's new Fortress FT01 is a classy looking chassis that doesn't rely on flash to compete. Find out if this case might make a good home for your next...

22 by Christoph Katzer on 11/10/2008

Enermax Revolution 85+ High Efficiency PSU

Enermax has now officially launched their Revolution 85+ power supplies, boasting some of the highest efficiency scores in the market. We are happy to report there's some substance behind...

50 by Christoph Katzer on 11/6/2008

Corsair TX750W Power Supply

Corsair sent us their second-most powerful PSU, rated at 750W, and we see how it stacks up to the competition.

26 by Christoph Katzer on 10/30/2008

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