Reviews

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.

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

The TEAMGROUP T-Force Delta RGB DDR5-8000 CL38 is a high-speed DDR5 kit that not only looks great but also performs quite well. In our tests, it handled benchmarks rather impressively, nailing Read and Write operations. It’s also reasonably priced for an 8000MHz kit, which makes it an easy choice to recommend.

The be quiet! Pure Rock Pro 3 is an affordable dual-tower air cooler built for mid-range and high-performance CPUs. With a 250W TDP, it handles heavy workloads well and keeps an Intel Core i7-13700K from throttling, though temperatures can reach 96°C. Its sleek design, quiet operation, and solid cooling performance make it a great option for gamers and everyday users looking for reliable cooling without breaking the bank.

The be quiet! Pure Rock 3 Black is a budget-friendly air cooler that delivers solid performance for mid-range CPUs like Intel’s Core i5 and AMD’s Ryzen 5/7. With a 190W TDP, it can handle moderate workloads well but struggles with high-end processors under full load. The all-black design, quiet operation, and easy installation make it a great value choice. If you need an affordable, good-looking cooler for a mainstream build, this is a solid pick.

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.

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.

The RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT aren’t as power-hungry as Nvidia’s GPUs, nevertheless, I’ve highlighted the Best 5 PSUs for your new RDNA4 GPUs.

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.

The Fantech EOS Pro WGP15 is a versatile gaming controller offered for those looking for advanced customization and multi-platform compatibility without a hefty price tag. It has a striking, cyberpunk-inspired design with interchangeable thumbsticks and a D-pad, while its hall-effect triggers and sticks provide drift-free performance.

The Corsair iCUE Link XC7 RGB Elite is a powerful and stylish CPU water block with digital controls for lighting and temperature monitoring. It cools efficiently with its advanced design and is easy to install, especially on AMD setups. The RGB lighting looks great, but the lack of an included hub means extra cost for non-Corsair users. While it’s a bit pricey, it delivers strong performance and a premium feel.

The Fantech Aria II Pro is a stellar option for gamers looking for unique design and performance. Retaining its signature egg-shaped design with thoughtful refinements, it weighs just 53 grams and has an upgraded NRF52840 MCU that supports an impressive 8K polling rate for ultra-responsive gameplay.