Dr. Usman Saleem

About Me

Hi! I’m Usman Saleem, with 8+ years of PC hardware expertise and a Google IT Support Specialization certificate, specializing in in-depth tech analysis and reviews. With a stethoscope in one hand and a gadget in the other, I’m both a doctor and a PC tech expert, dedicated to pursuing both my passions at the same time.

Position at Tech4Gamers

At Tech4Gamers, I’m the PC Hardware Specialist, primarily contributing to the “Best-Ofs” section. I provide thoughtful buying advice based on thorough testing and personal expertise. I also review hardware products and games to keep things fresh.

Tech Journey

From childhood, I’ve been immersed in gaming and PC hardware. Starting with a Pentium 2 PC, each named PC, from ZEUS to APOLLO, symbolizes a chapter in my journey. My true passion lies in the beating heart of the gaming industry – PC hardware.

Current PC setup

Currently, I’m rocking the following setup:

  • CPU Cooler: CoolerMaster MasterLiquid ML240R
  • OS: Windows 10
  • CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800X
  • Motherboard: MSI MAG B550 TOMAHAWK
  • GPU: ZOTAC GeForce RTX 3080 Ti AMP Holo
  • RAM: G.Skill TridentZ RGB 32GB 3200MHz CL16
  • SSD: Sabrent Rocket 4 PCIe 4.0 2TB NVMe
  • PSU: Corsair RM850x

Best Motherboards For Ryzen 7 9800X3D – Our Recommendations

The best motherboard for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D doesn't have to be from the X870 chipset. Budget B650 chipset motherboards perform well, too.

The Best Motherboards For Ryzen 5 9600X In 2025 [With Benchmarks]

The best motherboard for the Ryzen 5 9600X CPU shouldn't be too fancy, but should have a decent VRM phase and high RAM frequency support.

Our Picks For The Best Motherboards For Ryzen 7 9700X [All Tested]

We tested plenty of motherboards based on VRM, features, design, and overall value to roun up the top options for Ryzen 7 9700X.

We Tested The Best Motherboards For Ryzen 9 9900X In 2025

My team and I have been hard at work testing all the high-end motherboards lately, and these are the best options for the Ryzen 9 9900X.

We Tested The Best Motherboards For Ryzen 9 9950X In 2025 [Benchmarks Included]

Find the best motherboard for your Ryzen 9 9950X system from our list covering different categories, compiled after careful testing.

We Tested The Best Motherboards For Ryzen 9 9950X3D

The Ryzen 9 9950X3D is nailing all workloads and gaming benchmarks, and we've rounded up the best motherboards for it.

These Are The Best CPUs For The RX 9070 And RX 9070 XT GPUs [10+ Tested]

Given how well the RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT performed in our tests, we have rounded up the best CPUs to pair with these GPUs.

Best CPU For Streaming In 2025 [Picked After Testing]

In this guide, we will walk you through our selection of the best CPU for streaming based on encoding performance, gaming prowess, and value.

Biwin NV7400 2TB NVMe Review: A Budget PCIe 4.0 SSD That Packs A Punch

The Biwin Black Opal NV7400 2TB NVMe SSD offers impressive speeds of up to 7400MB/s read and 6500MB/s write, making it a solid choice for high-performance storage. The SSD is PS5-compatible, includes a graphene thermal pad for heat management and comes with a five-year warranty. While it performs well in most tests, it lags slightly behind some competitors in real-world scenarios, especially under heavy loads. Overall, it’s a fast, affordable option with a few trade-offs.

The BEST CPU For RTX 4090 In 2025 [Benchmarks Included]

In this guide, we will walk you through our selection of the best CPU for RTX 4090 based on performance, features, and value.

Best X870 And X870E Motherboards In 2025 [Hands-on Tested]

Although most of the X870 motherboards have amazing features, the best ones tend to have better storage and networking possibilities.

Best Z890 Motherboards In 2025 [Benchmarks Included]

We have tested 10+ Z890 motherboards in the past two weeks, and after going through each of them, we have rounded the best 5 options.

ASRock B850M Steel Legend WiFi Review: Incredible Value, Beautiful Design

The ASRock B850M Steel Legend WiFi is a solid MicroATX motherboard for $179, offering good features like PCIe Gen5, WiFi 7, and plenty of USB ports. It supports AMD Ryzen 7000, 8000, and 9000 CPUs and performs well in gaming. While its VRM cooling isn’t great for heavy overclocking, it’s a great pick for budget-friendly, compact builds, especially if you like its sleek white design.

ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi Review: Quite Good For The Price

The ASRock B850 Pro RS WiFi is a $189.99 motherboard and falls into the budget category. The motherboard offers plenty of fine features for its price, like WiFi 6E connectivity, heatsink armor for VRMs and NVMe drives. It performs fine on most parts but runs slightly hotter than most other competing motherboards. However, the aesthetics of the motherboard sure look appealing.

MSI MPG X870E Edge Ti WiFi Review: A Great All-Rounder With A Beautiful Design

The MSI MPG X870E Edge Ti WiFi is a great choice for an X870E chipset that costs you $329.99. This motherboard can also be called the beauty and the beast because of its appealing white aesthetics and powerful VRMs that ensure great performance output. The board also comes packed with an EZ-DIY mechanism all over it. Moreover, the VRMs stay very cool even under intense load, which impressed us quite well.

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The Witcher 3 Among Games That Helped Popularize Mature Themes In Gaming, Says CDPR

One of the popular figures in CDPR, Pawel Sasko, said that The Witcher 3 helped to popularise mature themes in gaming.

There Is No Reason For Anyone To Buy Xbox Handheld, Says Former Microsoft Exec

A former member of the founding Xbox team has discussed the company's recent handheld and its implications for the future.

Capcom Reportedly Has No Plans for Resident Evil 1 Remake, Code Veronica or Zero May Come First

Resident Evil 1 Remake isn't expected anytime soon, and Capcom is interested in a Code Veronica or Zero Remake next, suggests Insider.

You Can’t Rely On Your Computer’s Audio (You Need A DAC/AMP)

If you aren't already using a DAC/AMP setup, it is time you finally make the change. It is usually a one time investment that is much needed.