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About Me

As the Senior Administrator of Pakistan’s largest PC community, I’ve dedicated years to educating and inspiring enthusiasts about computer hardware. Through consistent effort and passion, I’ve helped the community grow stronger than ever. Today, I continue that journey at Tech4Gamers, sharing my knowledge and expertise with an even wider audience of tech enthusiasts around the world.

Position at Tech4Gamers

As a Senior Hardware Reviewer at Tech4Gamers with over a decade of hands-on experience, I dive deep into benchmarking GPUs, CPU coolers, and motherboards, pushing hardware to its limits. Passionate about overclocking and fine-tuning performance.

Tech Journey

I began my tech journey in 2014 as the Senior Administrator of Pakistan’s largest gaming forum, fueled by a lifelong passion for computers, hardware testing, and continuous learning. My fascination with gaming started early on with my parents’ Intel Pentium 4 paired with a GeForce FX5600. When I turned 10, I moved to console gaming on the Xbox 360, but my love for PC hardware only grew stronger. A few years later, I built my first personal rig powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 – and since then, I’ve been upgrading and experimenting with components ever since. The passion for technology has never faded, and I believe this journey has no finish line.

Current PC setup

  • CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 9950X
  • Motherboard: ASRock X870 Phantom Gaming Nova WiFi
  • GPU: ZOTAC RTX 5080 Solid
  • RAM: 32GB XPG Lancer Blade 6400MTs CL28 Tuned
  • Cooler: Ocypus Sigma L36 Pro
  • SSD: WD SN770 1TB / Corsair MP600 Elite 2TB / Samsung 970 Evo 512GB
  • PSU: Superflower Leadex VII Pro 850W Platinum
  • Case: Hyte Y70
  • Monitor: MSI G27QPF 2K 180Hz GSync
  • Keyboard: Skyloong SK84
  • Mouse: Logitech G Pro Super Light X Wireless
  • Audio: Logitech G733 Wireless

ORICO IG740 Pro 2TB Review: Great Performance, Slightly Hot Temps, Still Worth It

The ORICO IG740 Pro 2TB SSD is a fast and affordable Gen4 NVMe drive that delivers solid performance in gaming and everyday tasks, even beating some more expensive options like the Corsair MP600 Elite in certain tests.

A Deep Dive Of NVIDIA’s Technology Ft. Upscaling, Frame Generation, Ray Reconstruction

A complete breakdown of NVIDIA's DLSS and the different AI-powered features it has to offer, like frame gen and ray reconstruction.

Corsair MP600 Elite 2TB Review: Premium DRAM-less NVMe

The Corsair MP600 Elite 2TB is a fast PCIe Gen4 SSD that’s great for upgrading from older drives, offering strong speeds and solid gaming performance. It doesn’t have DRAM, so it leans on your system RAM, and it can run hot without a heatsink—which isn’t included. Still, it’s a reliable and speedy option with good endurance and a 5-year warranty.

Everything You Need To Know About RAM Overclocking

I tuned and benchmarked a relatively affordable DDR5 kit to see how much performance gains we can achieve.

Understanding RAM Timings: What They Are And Why They Matter

A no-nonsense breakdown of RAM timings that actually matter when you're dialing in your overclock to help you get the most performance.

ID-Cooling Frozn A620 PRO SE ARGB Review: Incredible Value & Performance

ID-Cooling Frozn A620 Pro SE ARGB is an outstanding cooler for the value, with the six direct-contact nickel-plated copper-heat pipes, and the ARGB fans give an additional touch in aesthetics; the fans are quiet even at the maximum RPM. It's almost coming at the liquid-coolers category, as it closed the gap with Deepcool Mystique when the power was unlocked. The cooler is well-suited for stealthy builds.

Thermalright TF4, TF7, TF8 EX, TF9, TFX Review: Could Have Done It Better!

After testing the full lineup, TF7 stands out as the best value—affordable, easy to apply, and reliable for mid-range systems. TF4 is also a solid pick for budget builds. On the higher end, TF8-EX and TFX deliver strong performance but fall short in durability and user-friendliness, especially with their thick, hard-to-apply texture. TF9, unfortunately, underwhelms across the board. Overall, Thermalright’s thermal paste lineup is a bit hit or miss, but TF7 hits the sweet spot for most users

What To Look For In Thermal Pastes: The Truth About Misleading Claims By Thermal Paste Brands

A complete guide to buying, applying, and maintaining thermal pastes.

Thermalright Assassin X 90 SE ARGB Review: Incredible Performance For Just $17!

The Thermalright Assassin X 90 SE is a compact air cooler that punches way above its weight, especially considering the $17 price tag. With 4 direct-contact copper heat pipes and a quiet 92mm ARGB fan, it easily handles 65W TDP CPUs and even manages bursts of 130W heat in stress tests. It's ideal for replacing stock coolers on mid-range builds and fits well in small cases. While it’s not made for high-end CPUs or heavy overclocking, the Assassin X 90 SE delivers excellent value and solid cooling for budget-conscious users.

Assassin’s Creed Shadows Players Report Nvidia GameReady Driver Lock GPU Clock To 780MHz

NVIDIA's latest Game Ready drivers are causing issues while playing Assassin's Creed Shadows, specifically limiting GPU core clock speeds.

ID-Cooling FROST X45 Review: One of The Best Thermal Pastes We’ve Tested

ID-Cooling’s new X45 thermal paste is an upgrade over their previous versions, offering better thermal performance with easier application thanks to its lower thickness. It’s ideal for overclockers or anyone wanting top cooling without spending much—priced at $6.99 for 2g. It performs slightly better than the older X25 and beats top brands in temperature tests.

Colorful iGame GeForce RTX 5070 Ultra W OC Review

The RTX 5070 brings little improvement over the RTX 4070 Super, making the generational upgrade hardly noticeable. It performs well at 1440p, but with only 12GB of VRAM, 4K ray-traced gaming isn't really an option. On the bright side, it has solid overclocking potential, offering a 10% performance boost just by adjusting a few settings. Overall, the card even struggles to justify its $550 price tag when AMD’s RX 9070 offers more raw power and memory.

ASRock Radeon RX 9070 Steel Legend Review: AMD’s Best Mid-Range Card Yet?

The ASRock Steel Legend RX 9070 is a solid mid-range GPU that outperforms Nvidia’s RTX 5070 in raster performance across all resolutions. AMD has also made big strides in ray tracing, an area where they’ve lagged behind in the past. With 16GB of video memory, smooth gameplay, and strong overclocking potential, it’s a great option for gamers who want high performance without breaking the bank. The only downside is the price—since the XT variant is just $50 more, it’s worth considering if you’re looking for even better performance.

Thermal Grizzly Duronaut Review: Good Performance With Higher Longevity

Thermal Grizzly Duronaut is a high-performance thermal paste designed for durability and efficient heat transfer. It’s easy to apply, works well for overclocking, and offers great value while maintaining long-term performance.
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