Test Your Knowledge

Think you know your tech? Put your knowledge to the test with our quizzes on AMD, Intel, NVIDIA, PC Building, Maintenance, and Overclocking. Each quiz is designed to test your understanding and help you learn something new. Start a quiz, answer the questions, and see your score instantly.

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Intel

This quiz covers Intel's processors, history, and technological developments. Take it to see how familiar you are with one of the biggest names in computing.

1 / 10

What does Intel stand for?

Internal Electronics

Integrated Electronics

Intelligent Electronics

2 / 10

Which Intel processor series is known for high-end desktop and gaming performance?

Core i5

Core i9

Core i7

3 / 10

What was the codename for Intel’s first 14nm microarchitecture?

Broadwell

Kaby Lake

Skylake

4 / 10

What is the name of Intel’s integrated graphics solution?

Iris

Radeon

FirePro

5 / 10

Which Intel series is targeted at ultra-low-power applications, such as laptops and tablets?

Xeon

Core

Atom

6 / 10

Which Intel technology improves processor performance by allowing multiple threads per core?

SpeedStep

Hyper-Threading

Turbo Boost

7 / 10

Which of the following is a well-known Intel microarchitecture?

Turing

Coffee Lake

Zen

8 / 10

What is the name of Intel’s data center memory solution that combines DRAM and storage?

3D XPoint

HBM

Optane

9 / 10

Intel’s Xeon processors are primarily designed for which market?

Desktop

Mobile

Server

10 / 10

In which year was Intel founded?

1968

1971

1965

Your score is

The average score is 64%

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AMD

Test your knowledge of AMD's processors, graphics cards, and key technologies. See how well you know the company’s impact on the tech world.

1 / 10

Which of the following is a popular AMD processor series?

Pentium

Core

Ryzen

2 / 10

Which of the following is an AMD graphics card brand?

Radeon

Iris

Quadro

3 / 10

What is the name of AMD’s competitor in the x86 CPU market?

NVIDIA

ARM

Intel

4 / 10

Which AMD product line competes with Intel's Core i9 processors?

Threadripper

Athlon

5 / 10

AMD acquired which graphics card company in 2006?

Matrox

ATI Technologies

Intel Graphics

6 / 10

AMD’s EPYC processors are primarily designed for which market?

Server

Embedded

Mobile

7 / 10

Which AMD architecture was the first to utilize 7nm technology?

Zen 2

Zen 3

Bulldozer

8 / 10

What does AMD stand for?

Advanced Machine Design

American Micro Devices

Advanced Micro Devices

9 / 10

Which AMD series is known for high-performance computing and gaming?

Ryzen

Sempron

Duron

10 / 10

In which year was AMD founded?

1972

1969

1965

Your score is

The average score is 76%

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NVIDIA

Challenge yourself with questions about NVIDIA's GPUs and their role in gaming and AI. Check your understanding of this leading graphics technology company.

1 / 10

Which NVIDIA series is specifically designed for gaming?

Quadro

GeForce

Tesla

2 / 10

Which of the following is a deep learning and AI platform developed by NVIDIA?

CUDA

PyTorch

TensorFlow

3 / 10

In which year was NVIDIA founded?

1990

1996

1993

4 / 10

What is the name of NVIDIA's GPU architecture introduced in 2020?

Turing

Pascal

Ampere

5 / 10

What does NVIDIA primarily specialize in?

GPUs

RAM

CPUs

6 / 10

Which NVIDIA product line is targeted at professional visualization and CAD applications?

Quadro

GeForce

Tesla

7 / 10

Which NVIDIA technology is used for real-time ray tracing in games?

CUDA

RTX

DLSS

8 / 10

What technology does NVIDIA use to synchronize the refresh rates of a monitor to the GPU?

V-Sync

G-Sync

FreeSync

9 / 10

What is the name of NVIDIA's AI-powered image upscaling technology?

SuperSampling

Deep Enhance

DLSS

10 / 10

What is the name of NVIDIA's cloud gaming service?

Luna

xCloud

GeForce Now

Your score is

The average score is 80%

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PC Building

Are you ready to assemble a PC from scratch? This quiz covers the essential components, tools, and tips you need to build a custom PC. Let's see how much you really know about putting it all together.

1 / 15

What is the typical purpose of the CMOS battery on a motherboard?

To maintain the system clock

To power the CPU

To supply power to USB ports

To store BIOS settings

2 / 15

What is the purpose of standoffs in a PC case?

To attach the CPU cooler

To elevate the motherboard from the case and prevent short circuits

To secure the power supply

To hold the GPU in place

3 / 15

Which component should be installed first in a PC case to simplify the assembly process?

Power supply

Motherboard

CPU cooler

Graphics card

4 / 15

When installing a CPU, what is the significance of the small triangle on one of its corners?

It marks the overclocking limit

It indicates the correct alignment for installation

It identifies the primary core

It shows the direction of airflow

5 / 15

What is the primary purpose of using a fan splitter or fan hub in a PC build?

To increase the number of available fan headers

To control RGB lighting

To boost fan speed

To reduce fan noise

6 / 15

What tool is recommended for securing the motherboard to the case using standoffs?

Flat-head screwdriver

Hex driver

Torx driver

Phillips-head screwdriver

7 / 15

Which RAID configuration offers redundancy and improved performance by combining multiple disks, and what is its main drawback?

RAID 0; No redundancy

RAID 5; Parity overhead

RAID 10; Requires at least four drives

RAID 1; No performance improvement

8 / 15

What is the primary purpose of the I/O shield in a PC build?

Provide a grounding point for the power supply

Enhance the aesthetics of the rear panel

Protect the motherboard from static electricity C. D. Align and secure the motherboard's ports with the case

Align and secure the motherboard's ports with the case

9 / 15

When connecting front panel headers (power button, reset button, etc.), what tool can be used to avoid miswiring?

Needle-nose pliers

Front panel header adapter

Magnifying glass

Multimeter

10 / 15

Which component typically requires the use of a backplate during installation?

RAM

Power supply

CPU cooler

SSD

11 / 15

Which of the following connectors is used to power a high-end graphics card?

SATA power connector

4-pin Molex connector

24-pin ATX connector

6-pin or 8-pin PCIe connector

12 / 15

When installing multiple storage drives, which interface provides the fastest data transfer rates?

M.2 NVMe

SATA III

USB 3.0

eSATA

13 / 15

What is the main advantage of using a fully modular power supply over a semi-modular or non-modular one?

Reduced heat generation

Better power efficiency

Higher wattage output

Improved cable management

14 / 15

When applying thermal paste to a CPU, what is the recommended method?

Apply a pea-sized dot in the center

Spread it evenly with a credit card

Use thermal pads instead

Cover the entire CPU surface thinly

15 / 15

Which BIOS setting is critical to configure when using XMP or EXPO?

Fan speed profiles

RAM frequency and timings

Boot order

CPU voltage Fan speed profiles

Your score is

The average score is 73%

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PC Overclocking

Overclocking can boost performance but comes with risks. This quiz tests your knowledge of techniques and precautions for safely pushing your hardware beyond its limits.

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Which of the following components is most affected by increasing the CPU base clock (BCLK)?

RAM frequency

SSD read/write speeds

GPU core clock

PCIe bus

2 / 20

What is the primary role of VRMs (Voltage Regulator Modules) in the context of overclocking?

To regulate and deliver clean power to the CPU

To enhance audio performance

To increase the GPU's clock speed

To improve storage read/write speeds

3 / 20

What is the benefit of using an offset voltage mode instead of a fixed voltage mode for CPU overclocking?

It adjusts voltage dynamically based on load, reducing power consumption

It decreases the CPU's clock speed

It locks the voltage at a constant level

It improves the cooling efficiency

4 / 20

What is the purpose of increasing the System Agent (VCCSA) voltage when overclocking RAM?

To stabilize higher RAM frequencies

To reduce CPU temperatures

To improve audio output

To enhance GPU performance

5 / 20

What is a safe maximum temperature for a GPU under load when overclocking?

60°C

75°C

100°C

85°C

6 / 20

Which tool is commonly used to stress test CPU stability after overclocking?

FurMark

CPU-Z

CrystalDiskMark

Prime95

7 / 20

What is the role of Load-Line Calibration (LLC) in CPU overclocking?

To increase the base clock frequency

To reduce voltage droop under load

To enhance GPU performance

To modify memory timings

8 / 20

Why is it important to manually set the DRAM voltage when overclocking RAM?

To increase GPU memory bandwidth

To automatically match CPU clock speeds

To prevent automatic overvoltage by the motherboard

To enhance audio quality

9 / 20

Why is it important to monitor VRM temperatures during extreme overclocking?

To increase CPU clock speed

To ensure VRMs do not overheat and cause instability or damage

To enhance GPU memory bandwidth

To improve internet speed

10 / 20

How can overclocking affect the lifespan of a CPU?

It can increase the CPU's lifespan

It can reduce the CPU's lifespan due to increased voltage and heat

It improves the CPU's warranty coverage

It has no impact on the CPU's lifespan

11 / 20

Which of the following is a potential consequence of excessive Vcore increase during CPU overclocking?

Permanent CPU damage

Increased system stability

Improved internet speed

Reduced thermal efficiency

12 / 20

Which BIOS setting should be disabled to achieve higher stability during extreme overclocking?

C-States

Secure Boot

Hyper-Threading

XMP Profile

13 / 20

What is the significance of the Ring Ratio in CPU overclocking?

It modifies the GPU clock speed

It controls the frequency of the CPU's memory controller and cache

It adjusts the base clock frequency

It increases the SSD read/write speeds

14 / 20

Why is it recommended to use a high-quality thermal paste when overclocking?

To increase the number of CPU cores

To improve internet speeds

To reduce the need for BIOS updates

To enhance thermal conductivity between the CPU and cooler

15 / 20

How does increasing the VRM switching frequency benefit CPU overclocking?

It reduces the power consumption

It provides more stable power delivery to the CPU

It decreases the temperature of the CPU

It improves GPU clock speeds

16 / 20

Why is it important to adjust the uncore ratio (cache ratio) in conjunction with the core multiplier during CPU overclocking?

To enhance storage performance

To increase the number of CPU cores

To ensure balanced performance between core and cache speeds

To improve GPU memory bandwidth

17 / 20

Which setting should be adjusted to prevent thermal throttling when overclocking a CPU?

VRM Frequency

Core Multiplier

Base Clock (BCLK)

Thermal Throttle Limit

18 / 20

Which of the following methods is used to ensure stability of an overclocked system?

Running disk defragmentation

Updating the operating system

Using stress testing tools like AIDA64 or OCCT

Increasing the screen resolution

19 / 20

What is the function of the Spread Spectrum setting in BIOS, and how does it affect overclocking?

It improves GPU performance

It increases CPU core count

It enhances RAM latency

It reduces electromagnetic interference but can limit maximum stable overclock

20 / 20

What is the primary purpose of adjusting the CPU core voltage (Vcore) during overclocking?

To enhance GPU performance

To increase the number of CPU cores

To increase voltage supply to processor, so it can run at higher frequency

To reduce power consumption

Your score is

The average score is 64%

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PC Maintenance

Keeping your PC in top shape requires more than just basic knowledge. This quiz tests your understanding of best practices for maintaining hardware and software to ensure long-term performance.

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How can you determine the ideal input voltage for overclocking RAM modules beyond XMP profiles?

By decreasing the voltage until the system becomes unstable

By setting the voltage to the motherboard's default value

By increasing the voltage to the maximum allowable limit immediately

By using trial and error with incremental voltage increases while stress testing

2 / 14

Why is it important to calibrate fan curves in BIOS or software for a custom water cooling loop?

To reduce the noise level of the pump

To match the cooling performance with the thermal load of the system

To improve the lighting effects of RGB fans

To increase the power supply efficiency

3 / 14

What is the primary benefit of delidding a CPU for advanced users?

Adding additional cache memory

Increasing the number of cores

Enhancing clock speeds beyond factory limits

Improving thermal conductivity between the die and IHS

4 / 14

How does adjusting the Load-Line Calibration (LLC) setting in BIOS affect CPU performance and stability?

It controls the voltage droop under load to improve stability

It changes the base clock speed of the CPU

It increases the GPU performance

It modifies the memory frequency

5 / 14

What should you check first if your PC won't power on at all?

The CPU

The RAM

The power cable connections

The motherboard

6 / 14

When configuring a custom water cooling loop, why is it important to use a kill coil or biocide?

To enhance water flow speed

To prevent electrostatic discharge

To prevent the growth of algae and bacteria in the loop

To ensure water purity

7 / 14

In terms of VRM (Voltage Regulator Module) cooling, what configuration is most effective for extreme overclocking?

Using thermal pads without any active cooling

Relying on case airflow alone

Passive cooling with heat sinks only

Active cooling with dedicated fans and water blocks

8 / 14

What is the optimal temperature range for a CPU under load to ensure longevity and performance?

60-75°C

40-55°C

80-95°C

100-115°C

9 / 14

Which file system is recommended for formatting an SSD in a gaming PC?

NTFS

exFAT

HFS+

FAT32

10 / 14

Which tool is recommended for safely removing dust from inside your PC?

A compressed air can

A toothbrush

A wet cloth

A regular vacuum cleaner

11 / 14

How often should you clean the dust filters in your gaming PC?

Once a year

Every week

Every month

Every six months

12 / 14

How can you monitor your GPU temperature while gaming?

BIOS

Task Manager

MSI Afterburner

Disk Management

13 / 14

Which of the following is an indicator that your gaming PC might need a BIOS update?

Inability to access the internet

Compatibility issues with new hardware

Improved game graphics

Increased storage space

14 / 14

What tool can you use to check for and fix corrupted system files in Windows?

Task Manager

System File Checker

Device Manager

Disk Cleanup

Your score is

The average score is 65%

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