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

Steam Machine Benchmarks Leaked, Mediocre Performance Raises Concerns Among Gamers

New Steam Machine benchmarks have appeared on Geekbench, and the mediocre numbers have sparked concerns among gamers.

Intel CPUs With NVIDIA RTX Graphics Will Reportedly Launch in Q1 2028

Per a new leak, Intel is going to launch x86 CPUs with integrated NVIDIA RTX graphics in Q1 2028, as part of the Serpent Lake family.

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.

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Tides of Annihilation Redesigns Main Character’s Face, and Fans Aren’t Happy

A recent 40-minute demo of Tides of Annihilation sparked backlash because the main character, Gwendolyn, has a new face design that fans dislike.

Crucial Denies a User Warranty Replacement And Then Refuses To Send Back His RAM

Crucial initially accepted a user's warranty replacement, then denied it, only offering a refund, and even refused to send back his RAM!

Phantom Blade Zero Isn’t Skipping Disc Release, Says Major Asian Retailer

An Asian retailer has revealed that the Phantom Blade Zero physical will indeed come with a disc, as it isn't skipping a physical release.

SSD Warranty Claims Could Become A Nightmare As SK Hynix is Running Out of Replacements

SK Hynix is running out of SSD replacements, so the warranty claim could become an issue, with the company only offering refunds.

Insomniac Dev Calls Negativity Around Marvel’s Wolverine An Onslaught On Mental Health

Insomniac's director of Communications is considering telling developers to avoid X due to the criticism surrounding Marvel's Wolverine.