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.
I tested both the AMD Ryzen 9600X and the 9700X, and AMD has gone too far with the power limits - the CPUs barely outperform their own predecessors, which is very dissappointing.
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is the best gaming processor of this generation, which not only delivers top-notch gaming performance but performs decently in rendering and productive workloads as well. Meanwhile, it's also one of the most efficient processors out there with a TDP of less than 150W in boost mode.
The MSI Z790 PZ is an ATX motherboard with backplug connectivity, supporting Intel 12th to 14th Gen processors and up to 7200+ MHz DDR5 memory. It features a 14+1+1 power delivery system, multiple PCIe and M.2 slots, and robust thermal solutions.
The ASRock B650E Steel Legend WiFi motherboard stands out with its Gen5 PCIe connectivity, robust 16+2+1 power phase design, and an appealing blend of black, white, and silver aesthetics with A-RGB lighting.
The MSI MAG B650 Tomahawk WiFi motherboard delivers robust performance at an affordable price of $213.18, making it a great value for budget-conscious users. The motherboard features comprehensive USB connectivity with 23 ports, including a USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C.
The MSI MPG X670E Carbon WiFi motherboard offers a robust feature set, including Gen5 M.2 ports and PCIe slots, excellent VRM cooling with 19+2+1 power phases, and extensive USB connectivity.
The MSI MEG X670E ACE stands out for its performance, comprehensive features, and premium build quality, making it a top choice for gamers and professionals.
The Netac NV7000 2TB SSD offers impressive speeds and a sturdy design with an aluminum heatsink, making it compatible with Sony PlayStation 5. However, it shows inconsistent performance in benchmarks, particularly with large data transfers, despite its competitive pricing at USD 165.
The Beelink SER8 Mini PC is a powerful, compact option with an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS CPU, Radeon 780M GPU, and 32GB DDR5 RAM, ideal for gaming, video editing, and multitasking. It features advanced cooling, versatile connectivity, and a durable aluminum chassis.
Blizzard continues evolving World of Warcraft with more flexible progression, new content systems, and player-focused changes designed for modern MMO gamers.
