Usman Saleem

About Me

Usman Saleem brings 8+ years of comprehensive PC hardware expertise to the table. His journey in the tech world has involved in-depth tech analysis and insightful PC hardware reviews, perfecting over 6+ years of dedicated work. Usman’s commitment to staying authentic and relevant in the field is underscored by many professional certifications, including a recent one in Google IT Support Specialization.

Position at Tech4Gamers

At Tech4Gamers, I’m the PC Hardware Specialist, primarily contributing to the “Best-Ofs” section and covering news about technology and the PC hardware industry. 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

AMD Zen 6 “Olympic Ridge” CPUs Will Ditch the iGPU for an Integrated NPU

According to a new leak, AMD is going to remove the iGPU from its upcoming Zen 6 Ryzen processors, and integrate an NPU instead.

Hard Drive Supply Shortages Get Even Worse, With Prices Rising 10% in Q2 2026

A new report reveals hard drive supply shortages got worse in Q2 2026, with trading prices rising 10% QoQ in Q2.

Finally, the Apple MacBook Pro Will be Getting a Touchscreen

Apple's new OLED MacBook Pro will "100%" feature a touchscreen and will launch in late 2026, according to a new leak.

Intel Plans to Release Raptor Lake For a Third Time in 2027 as “Raptor Lake Next”

Intel is apparently planning to release "Raptor Lake Next" in 2027, a new lineup of CPUs based on the 3-year-old architecture.

Steam Machine Review Samples Have Reportedly Started Rolling Out, Suggesting An Imminent Release

A new leak claims that reviewers are receiving Steam Machine samples, suggesting that the official launch may be imminent.

Microsoft Expands Advanced Shader Delivery, Up To 95% Faster Load Times In Forza Horizon 6

With Advanced Shader Delivery, AMD Radeon users can enjoy significantly faster load times in supported games.

ASUS’ $50 “Burn-Proof” ROG Equalizer GPU Cable Reportedly Burned

ASUS’ newly laucnhed $50 ‘burn-proof’ ROG Equalizer cable reportedly shows burned connectors before global launch!

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.

MSI MPG X870E Carbon Max WiFi Review: Refined, and Future-Ready?

The MSI MPG X870E Carbon Max WiFi is a decent refresh from MSI, which offers great performance with its 18+2+1 VRMs. While it also comes with impressive I/O and high-speed memory support of up to 8400 MT/s. All of this, including the 64 MB BIOS & dedicated OC Engine chip upgrades, makes it a decent pick for $429.99.

MSI MAG B850 Tomahawk Max WiFi II Review: A Breath Of Fresh Air

The MSI MAG B850 Tomahawk Max WiFi II is an excellent mid-range motherboard, featuring a slightly different design, BIOS ROM, and overclocking options compared to the original product. Thanks to its 14+2+1 VRM phase at 80A SPS, you can easily overclock any Ryzen 9000 series CPU. Even if you're a beginner overclocker, the OC Engine chip will handle all the hard work while you reap the rewards. With decent connectivity, storage options, and thermals, it's an amazing motherboard for its price.

Best X870 And X870E Motherboards In 2026 [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 2026 [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.

Best CPU For Streaming In 2026 [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.

The BEST CPU For RTX 4090 In 2026 [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.

The Best Motherboards For Ryzen 5 9600X In 2026 [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.

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Sony is under fire from fans once again as its upcoming title Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is unavailable in 132 countries on Steam.

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