Unlike most systems that supportXMP (eXtensive Memory Profile), ASUS AMD motherboards offer their own alternative version calledDOCP (Direct Overclock Profile). The two work exactly the same way and lets you achieve higher RAM speed with tested voltage and timings. To set a DOCP profile on ASUS BIOS, get to the dedicatedD.O.C.P.section (inEZ mode) orAI Tweaker(inAdvanced mode). Then,select a profile,save the settings, andverify your system’s stability. Ever since my beginning days of overclocking, I always had to putmore effort into the CPU....

Why you may trust Tom’s HardwareOur expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you.Find out more about how we test. Benchmarks and Conclusion For this first test, I removed power limits from the Intel i9-14900K CPU and ran Cinebench R23 while also running Furmark 2 on the Radeon RX 7900 GRE GPU. This causes total system power consumption to reach around 600W....

Tom’s Hardware Verdict The Pure Power 12 M 650W excels in efficiency, reliability, and future-proofing with ATX 3.0 compliance and a 10-year warranty. Its solid electrical performance and low noise under moderate loads are commendable, but high-load acoustics and pricing may deter budget-conscious builders. For enthusiasts prioritizing durability and balanced performance, it’s a worthy investment. Excellent efficiency Fully modular design 10-year warranty ATX 3.0 compliant Solid voltage regulation High price for 650W...

What is the best available tempered glass PC case?The first thing to note is that having a tempered panel is almostpurelyaesthetic. There is no thermal or cooling benefit. And the noise levels are inaudibly different. When looking for a case toshow off your components and RGB, a tempered glass side panel is a must. But having the ability to see into your PC isn’t the only thing to look for when buying a case....

A Swedish startup could revolutionize building lighter laptops and other portable devices through its work with multipurpose materials. Specifically, its work with carbon fiber could lead to “massless” batteries where the material serves as energy storage and as part of the device’s outside case.Tech startupSinonussprang from research at Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenburg, Sweden. A research team there has been working for years ondeveloping carbon fiberthat offers both the stiffness required for structural integrity and the electrochemical performance needed to store energy....

ChatGPT has taken the internet by storm, attracting approximately 25 million visitors and handling 10 million queries per day at the time of writing this article. Due to such high traffic, the chatbot refuses to open for many users as the servers frequently reach their full capacity. As a result, you will see messages like “ChatGPT is at capacity right now” and “We’re experiencing exceptionally high demand.” Apart from this scenario, there are also other cases where ChatGPT does not work....

China initiatednew guidelinesthatprohibit CPUs made by Intel and AMDfor government PCs and servers. Instead, it has approved 18 processors made byLoongsonandPhytiummake, which the United Statesblacklists. This is part of China’s nationwide strategy to rely more on its homegrown options as a response to US sanctions, which have blocked many items from China. The Chinese Finance Ministry and the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology released this guidance late last year, on December 26....

Cooler Masteris now selling the case that makes up its Shark X pre-built gaming PC as an independent product in Japan. The case manufacturer has announced that its Shark X case will be available starting today for 658,000 yen (tax included), roughly $4,300 at the Yodobashi Akiba2F PC parts store and other stores in the future. “The Shark X is more than just a high-performance PC, it’s a masterpiece of technology and art that epitomizesCooler Master’s innovative design and technical prowess....

Tom’s Hardware Verdict The Crucial CUDIMM DDR5-6400 memory kit is a great choice for users who want dependable, baseline performance but don’t want to step foot inside their motherboards' BIOS settings. Low-profile design Runs at 1.1V Substantial premium JEDEC timings Limited availability Why you can trust Tom’s HardwareOur expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you.Find out more about how we test....

Deals are coming in duringAmazon Prime Day, and there are plenty of a good SSD offerings. If you have a portable gaming device like the Steam Deck or Asus Ally and need more capacity, theCrucial P310 M.2 2230 2TBcould be just what the doctor ordered. We rated the P310 as one of the best Steam Deck SSDs, and scored it 4/5 in our review. The original MSRP was $214, but it’s now down to$176....

If you’re in the market for a new gaming monitor, you should take a close look at thisAmazonoffer on theDellS2721QS. This 27-inch gaming display has a dense 4K resolution and usually costs around $299. Today, however, it’s available for just $199. So far, no expiration has been specified for the discount, so it’s not clear how long it will be available at this price. We had the opportunity to review theDell S2721QSa few years ago and were very pleased with our experience, rating it at 4 out of 5 stars....

Yesterday, der8auer speaking in his capacity as CEO of Thermal Grizzly, released a statement on YouTube apologizing for the underperformingIntel High Performance Heatspreader (HPHS) V1 and Intel Mycro Direct Die V1 units, which were recently released touting cooling improvements of up to 15 degrees Celsius. Some defective units, however, precipitated thermals even warmer than the default CPU configurations. In the video, Der8auer immediately apologizes for the underperforming products and signals his hopes of finding the underlying reasons why....

The DNA Data Storage Alliance has released itsfirst DNA storage specifications, which aims to standardize the storage of vendor info and CODECs, thus paving the way to further standardization that will help cement DNA storage as a viable form of data storage. DNA storage technology is still in its infancy, and the two new specifications of DNA Data Storage Alliance, including companies such as HDD- and SSD-maker Western Digital, represent the first standard capable of achieving industry-wide acceptance....