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

Xeon

Atom

Core

2 / 10

In which year was Intel founded?

1965

1968

1971

3 / 10

What does Intel stand for?

Intelligent Electronics

Internal Electronics

Integrated Electronics

4 / 10

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

Core i5

Core i9

Core i7

5 / 10

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

SpeedStep

Turbo Boost

Hyper-Threading

6 / 10

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

HBM

3D XPoint

Optane

7 / 10

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

Zen

Coffee Lake

Turing

8 / 10

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

Iris

FirePro

Radeon

9 / 10

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

Desktop

Mobile

Server

10 / 10

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

Skylake

Broadwell

Kaby Lake

Your score is

The average score is 65%

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

Threadripper

Athlon

2 / 10

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

Sempron

Ryzen

Duron

3 / 10

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

NVIDIA

ARM

Intel

4 / 10

Which of the following is an AMD graphics card brand?

Quadro

Radeon

Iris

5 / 10

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

Server

Embedded

Mobile

6 / 10

What does AMD stand for?

American Micro Devices

Advanced Machine Design

Advanced Micro Devices

7 / 10

AMD acquired which graphics card company in 2006?

ATI Technologies

Intel Graphics

Matrox

8 / 10

Which of the following is a popular AMD processor series?

Pentium

Ryzen

Core

9 / 10

In which year was AMD founded?

1969

1965

1972

10 / 10

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

Bulldozer

Zen 2

Zen 3

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 cloud gaming service?

xCloud

Luna

GeForce Now

2 / 10

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

CUDA

DLSS

RTX

3 / 10

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

Deep Enhance

SuperSampling

DLSS

4 / 10

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

Ampere

Turing

Pascal

5 / 10

Which NVIDIA series is specifically designed for gaming?

Tesla

GeForce

Quadro

6 / 10

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

GeForce

Quadro

Tesla

7 / 10

What does NVIDIA primarily specialize in?

CPUs

RAM

GPUs

8 / 10

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

FreeSync

V-Sync

G-Sync

9 / 10

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

TensorFlow

PyTorch

CUDA

10 / 10

In which year was NVIDIA founded?

1996

1990

1993

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.

1 / 15

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

USB 3.0

M.2 NVMe

eSATA

SATA III

2 / 15

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

It shows the direction of airflow

It indicates the correct alignment for installation

It identifies the primary core

It marks the overclocking limit

3 / 15

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

Phillips-head screwdriver

Hex driver

Flat-head screwdriver

Torx driver

4 / 15

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

SATA power connector

6-pin or 8-pin PCIe connector

24-pin ATX connector

4-pin Molex connector

5 / 15

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

Use thermal pads instead

Spread it evenly with a credit card

Cover the entire CPU surface thinly

Apply a pea-sized dot in the center

6 / 15

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

Multimeter

Magnifying glass

Front panel header adapter

Needle-nose pliers

7 / 15

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

Power supply

Graphics card

CPU cooler

Motherboard

8 / 15

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

RAM

SSD

CPU cooler

Power supply

9 / 15

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

Better power efficiency

Higher wattage output

Reduced heat generation

Improved cable management

10 / 15

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

RAM frequency and timings

CPU voltage Fan speed profiles

Fan speed profiles

Boot order

11 / 15

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

RAID 1; No performance improvement

RAID 5; Parity overhead

RAID 10; Requires at least four drives

RAID 0; No redundancy

12 / 15

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

To maintain the system clock

To supply power to USB ports

To power the CPU

To store BIOS settings

13 / 15

What is the purpose of standoffs in a PC case?

To attach the CPU cooler

To secure the power supply

To hold the GPU in place

To elevate the motherboard from the case and prevent short circuits

14 / 15

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

Align and secure the motherboard's ports with the case

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

Enhance the aesthetics of the rear panel

Provide a grounding point for the power supply

15 / 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

Your score is

The average score is 70%

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

To increase the GPU's clock speed

To enhance audio performance

To improve storage read/write speeds

To regulate and deliver clean power to the CPU

2 / 20

How does increasing the VRM switching frequency benefit CPU overclocking?

It improves GPU clock speeds

It decreases the temperature of the CPU

It provides more stable power delivery to the CPU

It reduces the power consumption

3 / 20

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

It decreases the CPU's clock speed

It adjusts voltage dynamically based on load, reducing power consumption

It improves the cooling efficiency

It locks the voltage at a constant level

4 / 20

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

VRM Frequency

Base Clock (BCLK)

Core Multiplier

Thermal Throttle Limit

5 / 20

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

RAM frequency

GPU core clock

SSD read/write speeds

PCIe bus

6 / 20

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

To stabilize higher RAM frequencies

To improve audio output

To reduce CPU temperatures

To enhance GPU performance

7 / 20

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

To increase the number of CPU cores

To improve GPU memory bandwidth

To ensure balanced performance between core and cache speeds

To enhance storage performance

8 / 20

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

Hyper-Threading

C-States

Secure Boot

XMP Profile

9 / 20

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

It modifies the GPU clock speed

It increases the SSD read/write speeds

It adjusts the base clock frequency

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

10 / 20

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

To increase the base clock frequency

To modify memory timings

To reduce voltage droop under load

To enhance GPU performance

11 / 20

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

100°C

85°C

60°C

75°C

12 / 20

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

Permanent CPU damage

Increased system stability

Improved internet speed

Reduced thermal efficiency

13 / 20

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

To prevent automatic overvoltage by the motherboard

To automatically match CPU clock speeds

To enhance audio quality

To increase GPU memory bandwidth

14 / 20

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

To ensure VRMs do not overheat and cause instability or damage

To enhance GPU memory bandwidth

To improve internet speed

To increase CPU clock speed

15 / 20

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

To increase the number of CPU cores

To enhance GPU performance

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

To reduce power consumption

16 / 20

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

Running disk defragmentation

Increasing the screen resolution

Using stress testing tools like AIDA64 or OCCT

Updating the operating system

17 / 20

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

It improves GPU performance

It reduces electromagnetic interference but can limit maximum stable overclock

It enhances RAM latency

It increases CPU core count

18 / 20

How can overclocking affect the lifespan of a CPU?

It has no impact on the CPU's lifespan

It can increase the CPU's lifespan

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

It improves the CPU's warranty coverage

19 / 20

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

CPU-Z

Prime95

CrystalDiskMark

FurMark

20 / 20

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

To increase the number of CPU cores

To reduce the need for BIOS updates

To enhance thermal conductivity between the CPU and cooler

To improve internet speeds

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.

1 / 14

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

Increased storage space

Compatibility issues with new hardware

Inability to access the internet

Improved game graphics

2 / 14

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

Adding additional cache memory

Enhancing clock speeds beyond factory limits

Increasing the number of cores

Improving thermal conductivity between the die and IHS

3 / 14

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

The power cable connections

The CPU

The RAM

The motherboard

4 / 14

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

A regular vacuum cleaner

A wet cloth

A compressed air can

A toothbrush

5 / 14

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

Using thermal pads without any active cooling

Active cooling with dedicated fans and water blocks

Relying on case airflow alone

Passive cooling with heat sinks only

6 / 14

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

40-55°C

100-115°C

60-75°C

80-95°C

7 / 14

How can you monitor your GPU temperature while gaming?

MSI Afterburner

Disk Management

Task Manager

BIOS

8 / 14

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

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

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

9 / 14

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

To ensure water purity

To prevent the growth of algae and bacteria in the loop

To enhance water flow speed

To prevent electrostatic discharge

10 / 14

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

To increase the power supply efficiency

To improve the lighting effects of RGB fans

To reduce the noise level of the pump

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

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

It changes the base clock speed of the CPU

It increases the GPU performance

It modifies the memory frequency

It controls the voltage droop under load to improve stability

12 / 14

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

Device Manager

Task Manager

System File Checker

Disk Cleanup

13 / 14

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

NTFS

FAT32

HFS+

exFAT

14 / 14

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

Every month

Every six months

Once a year

Every week

Your score is

The average score is 70%

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