Antec’s Phantom 500 is a 500W silent power supply, but it’s not fanless like most silent PSU’s. The Phantom 500 is a “hybrid” design that includes a fan that only comes on at a certain, user-configurable temperature and then shuts off after lowering to that temperature. Check out our review …
Read More »XFX GeForce 7800 GTX
By now, you all know how exciting the GeForce 7800 GTX has proven to be. It’s definitely on a whole new level of performance. This review covers XFX’s offering into this whole new level of graphic card goodness. Check it out to see just how well a single retail 7800 …
Read More »Asetek VapoChill Micro Ultra Low Noise Cooler
After various heavy CPU coolers the VapoChill Micro Ultra Low Noise from Asetek is a welcome change. It is very light and use a gas inside to remove the heat.
Read More »ECS Editors’ Day Coverage
ECS was kind enough to invite Bjorn3D to its first Editors’ Day event in the US. We cover all the interesting stuff that ECS presented during the event, including HYBRID motherboards and Scalable Dual Graphic Engine (S.D.G.E.).
Read More »Kingston HyperX DDR2 750MHz (KHX6000D2K2/1G)
If you’re looking for some DDR2 memory that will take your PC’s memory clock up to 750 MHz, Kingston has a new 1 GB memory kit that is worth consideration. From Kingston’s high-end HyperX line, the KHX6000D2K2/1G features the fastest DDR2 modules the company offers.
Read More »Leadtek 7800 GTX SLI
In our 7800 GTX preview and reviews to date, we have seen it is a great card. But how does it stack up in SLI? I took some current programs and an upcoming game and did some testing.
Read More »Sapphire Radeon X550 Review
While becoming infatuated with the mid- and high-end video card segments is quite easy, we must not forget the entry-level cards. This review focuses on Sapphire’s Radeon X550, which is a step up from the X300.
Read More »Matrix Orbital MX6 Series PLED Kit
Matrix Orbital’s MX6 series showcases their PLED technology. Discover why it’s the sharpest, fastest, and smartest little display around!
Read More »PowerColor X800 GT Strikes Back With Improved Performance
The new BIOS from Tul Corporation seems like a trick up their sleeve. Albeit PowerColor X800 GT performs marvelously with stock BIOS, additional FPS will never hurt anyone — just the opposite. The updated software provides a whopping 24% benefits in some cases. On average and across all resolutions there …
Read More »ECS KN1 Extreme nForce4 Ultra Motherboard Review
ECS has always been a “go to” brand for budget motherboards when top performance wasn’t a concern. Now, with its Extreme line, though, ECS offers great performance and maintains a great price, which results in excellent bang for the buck. Check out ECS’s solid nForce4 Ultra offering – the KN1 …
Read More »Quakecon 2005 – Day 3
Quakecon 2005 is officially over and it was definitely a blast. Come check out the latest on the final day of Quakecon 2005!
Read More »Quakecon 2005 – Day 2
Day 2 brings even more news, action, and fun from Grapevine TX at Quakecon 2005. Check out some news about some of the latest gaming hardware to make you drool through the holiday season.
Read More »Quakecon 2005 – Day 1
Welcome to one of the largest LAN gatherings on the face of the planet. Quakecon 2005 is in full effect and Bjorn3D is there to cover it all. Check out our daily updates as we take you inside the madness that is Quakecon!
Read More »PowerColor X800 GT
I have drawn plenty of facts from testing ATI’s latest VPU, RADEON X800 GT. PowerColor X800 GT is a beast in its own class. Thanks to very high core and memory clocks the performance of an 8 pipeline card is as good as it will ever get. We show you …
Read More »HIS X800XL vs Sapphire X800XL 512 MB
We’ve taken a look at two completely different X800XL cards. One card, the Sapphire X800XL 512 MB, features lots of memory while the other, the HIS x800XL, runs very silent. Which one is the right one for you?
Read More »Gigabyte 3D Galaxy Liquid Cooling System Review
We take a look at Gigabyte’s new liquid cooling kit.
Read More »Gigabyte GeForce 7800 GTX Review
By now, you all know how exciting the GeForce 7800 GTX has proven to be. It’s definitely on a whole new level of performance. This review covers Gigabyte’s offering into this whole new level of graphic card goodness. Check it out to see just how well a single retail 7800 …
Read More »Lian-Li PC-V1200 Aluminum Extended ATX Case Review
If you want a big, stylish and roomy case, then you should definitely take a look at our review of Lian-Li’s PC-V1200 Extended ATX case. Like other Lian-Li cases, this one is made of aluminum and not only has awesome features but also great looks.
Read More »Blue Tango Classic – Bluetooth Audio
The Blue Tango Classic is an impressive piece of kit that allows you to stream music from the computer to a stereo or a pair of speakers using Bluetooth.
Read More »Frontier Labs NEX 3 MP3/FM Media Player
The NEX 3 is a small, SD-based MP3 player / FM radio. If you have basic needs and a spare SD card, then this simple player might just be what you’ve been looking for.
Read More »Chenbro Gaming Bomb II Case Review
Chenbro’s Gaming Bomb II is a very impressive case, from its great looks and style to its outstanding features and uniqueness. When it comes to high-end cases and just cases in general, the GBII is definitely one of the best around.
Read More »Tuniq Tower 120 Cooler Review
It is not often I get intimidated by a piece of hardware, but the sheer size of the Tuniq Tower 120 CPU fan/cooler made me wonder if it would fit my case and motherboard. Read my review to see how I got it installed and how it performed compared to …
Read More »PowerColor X800 XL 512MB
I recommend this card to anyone who can’t afford an X850 XT PE / GeForce 6800 Ultra or G70, but with limited pieces it would be quite impossible to get a hold of one. My only two gripes with this card are poor overclock results and outdated bundle; other than …
Read More »Gigabyte 3D Aurora Case Review
Gigabyte makes its way into the case market with a great product. The 3D Aurora features modern aluminum construction and superior cooling to ensure that your blazing fast components stay nice and cool.
Read More »Transcend JetFlash 110 1GB USB 2.0 Drive
USB flash drives are more popular than ever. Many students and nine-to-fivers have realized and embraced their value and importance. If you don’t want to risk losing a cap, then Transcend has a solution for you — its new JetFlash 110 line, which features a sliding USB connector. Check it …
Read More »Seagate 400GB Pushbutton Backup USB 2.0/FireWire HDD Review
Not only do you get an enormous amount of storage room with the Seagate 400GB USB 2.0/FireWire External HDD, but you also get convenient push-button backup. To update a backup set, all you have to do is push a button on the front of the device, and the included BounceBack …
Read More »Compro VideoMate Action Ultra
The VideoMate Action Ultra is compact TV-tuner which still packs a lot of features. Björn has tried it and given his verdict. Curious? Then just read the review.
Read More »nVIDIA GeForce 7800 GTX Preview
NVIDIA today has lauched their all new GeForce 7 GPU boosting lots of cool improvements and cool features (and still less power requirements than the GeForce 6800U) as well as actually being available to buy at lauch. We’ve written a little preview as well as benched our retail Leadtek WinFast …
Read More »ThermalRock Circle Case Review
Take a look at the review of this really interesting and unique case from Thermalrock, a division of Thermaltake. The looks will definitely catch your attention!
Read More »X-Arcade Two-Player Joystick Review
If you want that true arcade gaming feeling, then you should take a look at this review of the X-Arcade Two-Player Joystick. This high quality dual controller is high quality and backed by a lifetime, no-hassle warranty. It can be used on your PC, Mac or any modern gaming console.
Read More »Thermaltake PurePower TWV500W
If you’re interested in modular power supplies, Thermaltake is trying to make you look its way with the PurePower TWV500W. This 500W modular PSU from Thermaltake includes a few extras that most power supplies don’t. Check out this review to find out more.
Read More »Gigabyte Silent-Pipe Radeon X800 XL (GV-RX80L256V) PCIe Review
Using its Silent-Pipe technology and cooler, Gigabyte brings us a great performing and absolutely silent X800 XL. If you are a HTPC owner who doesn’t want to give up good gaming performance for silence, then you owe it to yourself to take a look at this card.
Read More »PowerColor Bravo X700 PCI-e
If you are looking for a mid-range card with passive cooling system, Tul is one of the companies that offer such solution on X700 based cards. With good performance in its class and okay bundle, PowerColor Bravo X700 is an interesting product to consider. The Silent Cooling System has proven …
Read More »Thermaltake Hardcano 13
Summer time equals warmer weather, and this weather not only has an affect on our bodies, but on our PCs aswell. Being able to control the fans in your PC can help to keep the summer heat out of your case. Thermaltake’s Hardcano 13 can help with this task.
Read More »Intel Pentium D Processor 820, Pentium 4 Processor 670 and 945 Express Chipsets
This article includes a brief overview and some benchmarks for Intel’s latest desktop offerings – the 945G Express chipset, Pentium 4 Processor 670 (3.8GHz, 2MB L2), and dual-core Pentium D Processor 820. Check it out!
Read More »Gigabyte G-Power Cooler Pro (GH-PDU21-MF) Review
You are used to seeing Gigabyte video cards and motherboards. But did you also know they make CPU coolers? Today we look at their flagship cooler, the Gigabyte G-Power Cooler Pro (GH-PDU21-MF).
Read More »Sapphire Radeon X850 XT PE VIVO AGP Review
Sapphire, like other video card companies, isn’t forgetting about the AGP users out there. The flagship X850 XT Platinum Edition card is now available in both PCI Express and AGP flavors. Read this article to see just how well Sapphire’s flagship AGP card performs relative to an X850 XT PCIe …
Read More »PowerColor X850 XT Platinum Edition VIVO AGP
What can I say? The card is a beast and power hungry one indeed. With 16 pipelines and remarkable performance no gamer will stray away from getting one of those unique VGA boards. Even though the X850XT is last year’s refresh part it is here to compete with NVIDIA’s offering …
Read More »Sapphire Radeon X300SE HyperMemory & Leadtek WinFast PX6200 TC TDH
Read this article to learn a little about Sapphire’s X300SE HyperMemory card and Leadtek’s 6200 TurboCache card. Both use system memory to increase the amount of memory used by the video card. Take a look at some benchmark charts to see which technology edges out the other or if they …
Read More »Lite-On LVW-5045 160GB HDD+DVD Recorder Review
After releasing several stand-alone DVD recorders over the past couple years, Lite-On finally graces store shelves with a HDD recorder as well. Check out the features and performance of the 160GB LVW-5045 in this review.
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