Test Your Knowledge

Think you know your tech? Put your knowledge to the test with our quizzes on AMD, Intel, NVIDIA, PC Building, Maintenance, and Overclocking. Each quiz is designed to test your understanding and help you learn something new. Start a quiz, answer the questions, and see your score instantly.

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Intel

This quiz covers Intel's processors, history, and technological developments. Take it to see how familiar you are with one of the biggest names in computing.

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Intel’s Xeon processors are primarily designed for which market?

Mobile

Server

Desktop

2 / 10

What is the name of Intel’s integrated graphics solution?

Radeon

Iris

FirePro

3 / 10

Which of the following is a well-known Intel microarchitecture?

Coffee Lake

Zen

Turing

4 / 10

What was the codename for Intel’s first 14nm microarchitecture?

Skylake

Kaby Lake

Broadwell

5 / 10

Which Intel technology improves processor performance by allowing multiple threads per core?

SpeedStep

Hyper-Threading

Turbo Boost

6 / 10

What does Intel stand for?

Integrated Electronics

Internal Electronics

Intelligent Electronics

7 / 10

In which year was Intel founded?

1971

1965

1968

8 / 10

Which Intel processor series is known for high-end desktop and gaming performance?

Core i5

Core i9

Core i7

9 / 10

What is the name of Intel’s data center memory solution that combines DRAM and storage?

3D XPoint

HBM

Optane

10 / 10

Which Intel series is targeted at ultra-low-power applications, such as laptops and tablets?

Xeon

Atom

Core

Your score is

The average score is 64%

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AMD

Test your knowledge of AMD's processors, graphics cards, and key technologies. See how well you know the company’s impact on the tech world.

1 / 10

Which of the following is a popular AMD processor series?

Ryzen

Pentium

Core

2 / 10

Which of the following is an AMD graphics card brand?

Iris

Radeon

Quadro

3 / 10

Which AMD product line competes with Intel's Core i9 processors?

Threadripper

Athlon

4 / 10

Which AMD series is known for high-performance computing and gaming?

Sempron

Duron

Ryzen

5 / 10

AMD’s EPYC processors are primarily designed for which market?

Server

Mobile

Embedded

6 / 10

AMD acquired which graphics card company in 2006?

Matrox

Intel Graphics

ATI Technologies

7 / 10

What is the name of AMD’s competitor in the x86 CPU market?

Intel

NVIDIA

ARM

8 / 10

In which year was AMD founded?

1965

1972

1969

9 / 10

Which AMD architecture was the first to utilize 7nm technology?

Zen 2

Bulldozer

Zen 3

10 / 10

What does AMD stand for?

Advanced Machine Design

Advanced Micro Devices

American Micro Devices

Your score is

The average score is 74%

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NVIDIA

Challenge yourself with questions about NVIDIA's GPUs and their role in gaming and AI. Check your understanding of this leading graphics technology company.

1 / 10

What is the name of NVIDIA's AI-powered image upscaling technology?

Deep Enhance

DLSS

SuperSampling

2 / 10

Which NVIDIA product line is targeted at professional visualization and CAD applications?

Quadro

Tesla

GeForce

3 / 10

What technology does NVIDIA use to synchronize the refresh rates of a monitor to the GPU?

FreeSync

G-Sync

V-Sync

4 / 10

What does NVIDIA primarily specialize in?

GPUs

CPUs

RAM

5 / 10

What is the name of NVIDIA's GPU architecture introduced in 2020?

Pascal

Ampere

Turing

6 / 10

Which of the following is a deep learning and AI platform developed by NVIDIA?

CUDA

TensorFlow

PyTorch

7 / 10

Which NVIDIA series is specifically designed for gaming?

Quadro

GeForce

Tesla

8 / 10

In which year was NVIDIA founded?

1996

1993

1990

9 / 10

What is the name of NVIDIA's cloud gaming service?

xCloud

Luna

GeForce Now

10 / 10

Which NVIDIA technology is used for real-time ray tracing in games?

CUDA

RTX

DLSS

Your score is

The average score is 80%

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PC Building

Are you ready to assemble a PC from scratch? This quiz covers the essential components, tools, and tips you need to build a custom PC. Let's see how much you really know about putting it all together.

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When installing a CPU, what is the significance of the small triangle on one of its corners?

It indicates the correct alignment for installation

It identifies the primary core

It marks the overclocking limit

It shows the direction of airflow

2 / 15

Which RAID configuration offers redundancy and improved performance by combining multiple disks, and what is its main drawback?

RAID 0; No redundancy

RAID 10; Requires at least four drives

RAID 1; No performance improvement

RAID 5; Parity overhead

3 / 15

What is the primary purpose of the I/O shield in a PC build?

Provide a grounding point for the power supply

Enhance the aesthetics of the rear panel

Protect the motherboard from static electricity C. D. Align and secure the motherboard's ports with the case

Align and secure the motherboard's ports with the case

4 / 15

What tool is recommended for securing the motherboard to the case using standoffs?

Hex driver

Torx driver

Phillips-head screwdriver

Flat-head screwdriver

5 / 15

Which BIOS setting is critical to configure when using XMP or EXPO?

CPU voltage Fan speed profiles

RAM frequency and timings

Fan speed profiles

Boot order

6 / 15

What is the typical purpose of the CMOS battery on a motherboard?

To power the CPU

To maintain the system clock

To store BIOS settings

To supply power to USB ports

7 / 15

What is the main advantage of using a fully modular power supply over a semi-modular or non-modular one?

Higher wattage output

Reduced heat generation

Better power efficiency

Improved cable management

8 / 15

When installing multiple storage drives, which interface provides the fastest data transfer rates?

USB 3.0

eSATA

SATA III

M.2 NVMe

9 / 15

What is the primary purpose of using a fan splitter or fan hub in a PC build?

To reduce fan noise

To increase the number of available fan headers

To control RGB lighting

To boost fan speed

10 / 15

When applying thermal paste to a CPU, what is the recommended method?

Spread it evenly with a credit card

Apply a pea-sized dot in the center

Use thermal pads instead

Cover the entire CPU surface thinly

11 / 15

When connecting front panel headers (power button, reset button, etc.), what tool can be used to avoid miswiring?

Magnifying glass

Multimeter

Front panel header adapter

Needle-nose pliers

12 / 15

Which component typically requires the use of a backplate during installation?

CPU cooler

Power supply

SSD

RAM

13 / 15

Which of the following connectors is used to power a high-end graphics card?

SATA power connector

24-pin ATX connector

6-pin or 8-pin PCIe connector

4-pin Molex connector

14 / 15

Which component should be installed first in a PC case to simplify the assembly process?

Power supply

Graphics card

Motherboard

CPU cooler

15 / 15

What is the purpose of standoffs in a PC case?

To hold the GPU in place

To attach the CPU cooler

To secure the power supply

To elevate the motherboard from the case and prevent short circuits

Your score is

The average score is 68%

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PC Overclocking

Overclocking can boost performance but comes with risks. This quiz tests your knowledge of techniques and precautions for safely pushing your hardware beyond its limits.

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What is the purpose of increasing the System Agent (VCCSA) voltage when overclocking RAM?

To improve audio output

To stabilize higher RAM frequencies

To enhance GPU performance

To reduce CPU temperatures

2 / 20

Which tool is commonly used to stress test CPU stability after overclocking?

FurMark

Prime95

CrystalDiskMark

CPU-Z

3 / 20

Why is it recommended to use a high-quality thermal paste when overclocking?

To reduce the need for BIOS updates

To enhance thermal conductivity between the CPU and cooler

To improve internet speeds

To increase the number of CPU cores

4 / 20

Why is it important to manually set the DRAM voltage when overclocking RAM?

To increase GPU memory bandwidth

To prevent automatic overvoltage by the motherboard

To enhance audio quality

To automatically match CPU clock speeds

5 / 20

What is the role of Load-Line Calibration (LLC) in CPU overclocking?

To enhance GPU performance

To modify memory timings

To reduce voltage droop under load

To increase the base clock frequency

6 / 20

How does increasing the VRM switching frequency benefit CPU overclocking?

It provides more stable power delivery to the CPU

It improves GPU clock speeds

It decreases the temperature of the CPU

It reduces the power consumption

7 / 20

Which setting should be adjusted to prevent thermal throttling when overclocking a CPU?

VRM Frequency

Base Clock (BCLK)

Thermal Throttle Limit

Core Multiplier

8 / 20

What is the benefit of using an offset voltage mode instead of a fixed voltage mode for CPU overclocking?

It adjusts voltage dynamically based on load, reducing power consumption

It locks the voltage at a constant level

It decreases the CPU's clock speed

It improves the cooling efficiency

9 / 20

What is the significance of the Ring Ratio in CPU overclocking?

It adjusts the base clock frequency

It increases the SSD read/write speeds

It controls the frequency of the CPU's memory controller and cache

It modifies the GPU clock speed

10 / 20

Why is it important to monitor VRM temperatures during extreme overclocking?

To improve internet speed

To increase CPU clock speed

To ensure VRMs do not overheat and cause instability or damage

To enhance GPU memory bandwidth

11 / 20

How can overclocking affect the lifespan of a CPU?

It has no impact on the CPU's lifespan

It improves the CPU's warranty coverage

It can reduce the CPU's lifespan due to increased voltage and heat

It can increase the CPU's lifespan

12 / 20

Which BIOS setting should be disabled to achieve higher stability during extreme overclocking?

XMP Profile

Hyper-Threading

Secure Boot

C-States

13 / 20

Which of the following components is most affected by increasing the CPU base clock (BCLK)?

RAM frequency

SSD read/write speeds

PCIe bus

GPU core clock

14 / 20

What is a safe maximum temperature for a GPU under load when overclocking?

60°C

100°C

85°C

75°C

15 / 20

What is the primary role of VRMs (Voltage Regulator Modules) in the context of overclocking?

To regulate and deliver clean power to the CPU

To improve storage read/write speeds

To enhance audio performance

To increase the GPU's clock speed

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Why is it important to adjust the uncore ratio (cache ratio) in conjunction with the core multiplier during CPU overclocking?

To improve GPU memory bandwidth

To enhance storage performance

To increase the number of CPU cores

To ensure balanced performance between core and cache speeds

17 / 20

What is the primary purpose of adjusting the CPU core voltage (Vcore) during overclocking?

To reduce power consumption

To increase the number of CPU cores

To increase voltage supply to processor, so it can run at higher frequency

To enhance GPU performance

18 / 20

Which of the following is a potential consequence of excessive Vcore increase during CPU overclocking?

Reduced thermal efficiency

Increased system stability

Permanent CPU damage

Improved internet speed

19 / 20

Which of the following methods is used to ensure stability of an overclocked system?

Updating the operating system

Running disk defragmentation

Using stress testing tools like AIDA64 or OCCT

Increasing the screen resolution

20 / 20

What is the function of the Spread Spectrum setting in BIOS, and how does it affect overclocking?

It reduces electromagnetic interference but can limit maximum stable overclock

It improves GPU performance

It enhances RAM latency

It increases CPU core count

Your score is

The average score is 69%

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PC Maintenance

Keeping your PC in top shape requires more than just basic knowledge. This quiz tests your understanding of best practices for maintaining hardware and software to ensure long-term performance.

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Why is it important to calibrate fan curves in BIOS or software for a custom water cooling loop?

To reduce the noise level of the pump

To improve the lighting effects of RGB fans

To match the cooling performance with the thermal load of the system

To increase the power supply efficiency

2 / 14

Which file system is recommended for formatting an SSD in a gaming PC?

NTFS

exFAT

HFS+

FAT32

3 / 14

What is the optimal temperature range for a CPU under load to ensure longevity and performance?

100-115°C

40-55°C

80-95°C

60-75°C

4 / 14

What is the primary benefit of delidding a CPU for advanced users?

Adding additional cache memory

Improving thermal conductivity between the die and IHS

Enhancing clock speeds beyond factory limits

Increasing the number of cores

5 / 14

How can you determine the ideal input voltage for overclocking RAM modules beyond XMP profiles?

By using trial and error with incremental voltage increases while stress testing

By increasing the voltage to the maximum allowable limit immediately

By setting the voltage to the motherboard's default value

By decreasing the voltage until the system becomes unstable

6 / 14

How can you monitor your GPU temperature while gaming?

BIOS

Task Manager

MSI Afterburner

Disk Management

7 / 14

In terms of VRM (Voltage Regulator Module) cooling, what configuration is most effective for extreme overclocking?

Relying on case airflow alone

Using thermal pads without any active cooling

Active cooling with dedicated fans and water blocks

Passive cooling with heat sinks only

8 / 14

What tool can you use to check for and fix corrupted system files in Windows?

Device Manager

Task Manager

Disk Cleanup

System File Checker

9 / 14

How does adjusting the Load-Line Calibration (LLC) setting in BIOS affect CPU performance and stability?

It controls the voltage droop under load to improve stability

It changes the base clock speed of the CPU

It increases the GPU performance

It modifies the memory frequency

10 / 14

Which of the following is an indicator that your gaming PC might need a BIOS update?

Improved game graphics

Compatibility issues with new hardware

Increased storage space

Inability to access the internet

11 / 14

When configuring a custom water cooling loop, why is it important to use a kill coil or biocide?

To prevent electrostatic discharge

To ensure water purity

To enhance water flow speed

To prevent the growth of algae and bacteria in the loop

12 / 14

Which tool is recommended for safely removing dust from inside your PC?

A regular vacuum cleaner

A toothbrush

A wet cloth

A compressed air can

13 / 14

How often should you clean the dust filters in your gaming PC?

Once a year

Every month

Every week

Every six months

14 / 14

What should you check first if your PC won't power on at all?

The RAM

The CPU

The motherboard

The power cable connections

Your score is

The average score is 69%

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