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?

Core

Xeon

Atom

2 / 10

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

Radeon

FirePro

Iris

3 / 10

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

Core i7

Core i9

Core i5

4 / 10

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

Skylake

Broadwell

Kaby Lake

5 / 10

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

Turing

Zen

Coffee Lake

6 / 10

In which year was Intel founded?

1965

1968

1971

7 / 10

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

SpeedStep

Hyper-Threading

Turbo Boost

8 / 10

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

Optane

HBM

3D XPoint

9 / 10

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

Desktop

Mobile

Server

10 / 10

What does Intel stand for?

Intelligent Electronics

Internal Electronics

Integrated Electronics

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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

In which year was AMD founded?

1965

1969

1972

2 / 10

Which of the following is an AMD graphics card brand?

Iris

Radeon

Quadro

3 / 10

Which of the following is a popular AMD processor series?

Pentium

Ryzen

Core

4 / 10

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

Ryzen

Duron

Sempron

5 / 10

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

Embedded

Server

Mobile

6 / 10

What does AMD stand for?

Advanced Machine Design

Advanced Micro Devices

American Micro Devices

7 / 10

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

Athlon

Threadripper

8 / 10

AMD acquired which graphics card company in 2006?

ATI Technologies

Intel Graphics

Matrox

9 / 10

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

Zen 2

Bulldozer

Zen 3

10 / 10

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

NVIDIA

ARM

Intel

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

G-Sync

FreeSync

V-Sync

2 / 10

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

Quadro

GeForce

Tesla

3 / 10

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

DLSS

CUDA

RTX

4 / 10

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

SuperSampling

Deep Enhance

DLSS

5 / 10

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

PyTorch

CUDA

TensorFlow

6 / 10

In which year was NVIDIA founded?

1990

1993

1996

7 / 10

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

Luna

xCloud

GeForce Now

8 / 10

Which NVIDIA series is specifically designed for gaming?

GeForce

Quadro

Tesla

9 / 10

What does NVIDIA primarily specialize in?

CPUs

GPUs

RAM

10 / 10

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

Pascal

Ampere

Turing

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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?

SATA III

M.2 NVMe

eSATA

USB 3.0

2 / 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

3 / 15

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

Improved cable management

Reduced heat generation

Higher wattage output

Better power efficiency

4 / 15

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

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

Align and secure the motherboard's ports with the case

5 / 15

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

Needle-nose pliers

Magnifying glass

Front panel header adapter

Multimeter

6 / 15

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 shows the direction of airflow

It marks the overclocking limit

7 / 15

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

Apply a pea-sized dot in the center

Use thermal pads instead

Spread it evenly with a credit card

Cover the entire CPU surface thinly

8 / 15

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

Motherboard

Graphics card

Power supply

CPU cooler

9 / 15

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

RAID 10; Requires at least four drives

RAID 5; Parity overhead

RAID 1; No performance improvement

RAID 0; No redundancy

10 / 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

11 / 15

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

To supply power to USB ports

To power the CPU

To store BIOS settings

To maintain the system clock

12 / 15

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

Flat-head screwdriver

Phillips-head screwdriver

Torx driver

Hex driver

13 / 15

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

Power supply

RAM

SSD

CPU cooler

14 / 15

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

To reduce fan noise

To control RGB lighting

To boost fan speed

To increase the number of available fan headers

15 / 15

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

Boot order

CPU voltage Fan speed profiles

RAM frequency and timings

Fan speed profiles

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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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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 automatically match CPU clock speeds

To enhance audio quality

2 / 20

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

To improve storage read/write speeds

To regulate and deliver clean power to the CPU

To increase the GPU's clock speed

To enhance audio performance

3 / 20

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

To ensure balanced performance between core and cache speeds

To enhance storage performance

To improve GPU memory bandwidth

To increase the number of CPU cores

4 / 20

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

Using stress testing tools like AIDA64 or OCCT

Updating the operating system

Increasing the screen resolution

Running disk defragmentation

5 / 20

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

RAM frequency

SSD read/write speeds

GPU core clock

PCIe bus

6 / 20

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

To modify memory timings

To increase the base clock frequency

To reduce voltage droop under load

To enhance GPU performance

7 / 20

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

Reduced thermal efficiency

Improved internet speed

Increased system stability

Permanent CPU damage

8 / 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

9 / 20

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

Secure Boot

C-States

Hyper-Threading

XMP Profile

10 / 20

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

To improve audio output

To enhance GPU performance

To reduce CPU temperatures

To stabilize higher RAM frequencies

11 / 20

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

To improve internet speed

To ensure VRMs do not overheat and cause instability or damage

To increase CPU clock speed

To enhance GPU memory bandwidth

12 / 20

How can overclocking affect the lifespan of a CPU?

It has no impact on the CPU's lifespan

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

It improves the CPU's warranty coverage

It can increase the CPU's lifespan

13 / 20

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

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

To enhance GPU performance

To increase the number of CPU cores

To reduce power consumption

14 / 20

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

It modifies the GPU clock speed

It adjusts the base clock frequency

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

It increases the SSD read/write speeds

15 / 20

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

It locks the voltage at a constant level

It improves the cooling efficiency

It decreases the CPU's clock speed

It adjusts voltage dynamically based on load, reducing power consumption

16 / 20

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

Base Clock (BCLK)

VRM Frequency

Core Multiplier

Thermal Throttle Limit

17 / 20

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

FurMark

Prime95

CPU-Z

CrystalDiskMark

18 / 20

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

To enhance thermal conductivity between the CPU and cooler

To reduce the need for BIOS updates

To increase the number of CPU cores

To improve internet speeds

19 / 20

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

It increases CPU core count

It reduces electromagnetic interference but can limit maximum stable overclock

It improves GPU performance

It enhances RAM latency

20 / 20

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

75°C

60°C

85°C

100°C

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

A wet cloth

A regular vacuum cleaner

A compressed air can

A toothbrush

2 / 14

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

FAT32

NTFS

HFS+

exFAT

3 / 14

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

Every six months

Once a year

Every month

Every week

4 / 14

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

Disk Cleanup

Device Manager

Task Manager

System File Checker

5 / 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

6 / 14

How can you monitor your GPU temperature while gaming?

Task Manager

BIOS

MSI Afterburner

Disk Management

7 / 14

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 match the cooling performance with the thermal load of the system

To increase the power supply efficiency

To improve the lighting effects of RGB fans

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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 modifies the memory frequency

It increases the GPU performance

It controls the voltage droop under load to improve stability

9 / 14

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

40-55°C

60-75°C

80-95°C

100-115°C

10 / 14

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

By decreasing the voltage until the system becomes unstable

By increasing the voltage to the maximum allowable limit immediately

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

By setting the voltage to the motherboard's default value

11 / 14

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

To prevent the growth of algae and bacteria in the loop

To enhance water flow speed

To ensure water purity

To prevent electrostatic discharge

12 / 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

Passive cooling with heat sinks only

Relying on case airflow alone

13 / 14

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

The RAM

The power cable connections

The motherboard

The CPU

14 / 14

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

Enhancing clock speeds beyond factory limits

Improving thermal conductivity between the die and IHS

Adding additional cache memory

Increasing the number of cores

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The average score is 70%

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