IOGear HVER RGB Gaming Keyboard Review
PeripheralsBy David Ramsey

IOGear HVER RGB Gaming Keyboard Review

Any enthusiast will know the name IOGEAR; this prolific peripherals company has been around for years and has a broad and popular catalog of products. Today Benchmark Reviews has the IOGEAR HVER RGB Aluminum Gaming Keyboard for review. This interesting input device includes popular features like partial aluminum construction, programmability with multiple profiles, and RGB lighting, but keeps costs down by eschewing mechanical key switches for rubber domes. How much of a sacrifice is this? We’ll see in this review.

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PeripheralsBy Olin Coles

CHERRY MX BOARD 5.0 Mechanical Keyboard Review

Choosing the right peripheral components is critical to demanding PC users. The mouse and keyboard work like natural extensions of the body, and so their selection becomes a personal choice. Keyboards are used for both everyday workload as well as entertainment, so picking the right one is very important. In this article, Benchmark Reviews tests the Cherry MX Board 5.0 corded mechanical keyboard with German-made Gold Crosspoint contact technology precision Cherry MX Red linear switches, double-shot keys, and customizable white LED backlighting.

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BIOSTAR A320MH AMD AM4 M-ATX Motherboard Debuts

BIOSTAR Introduces A320MH M-ATX Motherboard for Essential Computing and Home Entertainment for AMD AM4 Processors BIOSTAR presents an essential computing and home entertainment micro-ATX motherboard – the BIOSTAR A320MH. Based on the AMD A320 chipset, the BIOSTAR A320MH runs the latest 2nd generation AMD Ryzen CPUs and is easy to setup on Windows 7 and Windows 10. The BIOSTAR A320MH features exclusive 6+ experience with Speed+: USB 3.1 Gen1, Smart Speed LAN, Audio+: HD Audio with 7.1-channel, Video+: HDMI4K2K, DirectX 12, Durable+: Moistureproof PCB, Low RdsOn P-Pak MOS, Protection+: ESD Protection, USB Polyswitch, OC, OV, OT Protection, DIY+: HeaderZone. The micro-ATX form factor design allows users to have enough space and flexibility for office, home entertainment and graphic design needs. […]

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Patriot TRINITY 3-in-1 Adaptive USB Flash Drive Launched

Ground-breaking design features USB 3.1 Type-A, Type-C and Micro B connectors all in a single flash drive. Available in sizes 32GB, 64GB, and 128GB PATRIOT, a global leader in performance memory, SSDs, gaming peripherals, and flash storage solutions, today announced the brand new 3-in-1 USB Flash Drive, the TRINITY, a ground-breaking design of an adaptive USB Flash Drive. Users with multiple personal electronics devices such as a Smartphone, tablet, and laptop encounter a fundamental problem: “How do you move data between these devices?” Consumers have demand for multi-platform data storage and it is only effective if it can be used inexpensively and with great efficiency. Patriot Memory understands this inconvenience and has proposed an ultimate solution to consumers. “Patriot Memory […]

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NZXT H700 PUBG Case Announced

NZXT, a leading provider of desktop components for PC gamers, today announced the Limited Edition H700 PUBG mid-tower case, in collaboration with PUBG Corporation and Gamers Outreach, creating the ultimate PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) airdrop. Sharing the iconic look of one of PUBG’s most lucrative and sought after in-game resources, the H700 PUBG chassis is the ultimate set piece for the battle royale fan. NZXT is limiting production of the H700 PUBG to 2,000 units, with 10% of all sales donated to Gamers Outreach, a charity organization that provides equipment, technology, and software to help kids cope with treatment inside hospitals. “Gamers Outreach is very dear to us, so we wanted to encourage PC gamers everywhere to support this very worthy […]

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eWin Flash XL Perspective E-Win Flash XL Gaming Chair Review
ReviewsBy Jason Maxfield

E-Win Flash XL Gaming Chair Review

The EWin Flash XL office gaming chair has a weight capacity of 500 pounds, and it has steel frame construction with an aluminum base with 5 caster wheels. Not only will the Flash XL handle your weight, but handle your height as well. I am very tall, and I can actually make use of the head rest built into the Flash XL gaming chair. I do not even need to raise the chair at all for my legs to be comfortable and feet sit planted flat on the floor. EWin has made a great looking gaming chair, but how well does it function, and how comfortable is it for hours of gaming?

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CasesBy David Shields

Fractal Design Meshify C Mini Dark TG Case Review

The Meshify Mini C is a smaller mATX version of the mid-tower version, shaving 4 cm off the top and losing a little depth while retaining a similar price point. In this article for Benchmark Reviews, we’ll take an in-depth look at this offering from Fractal Design. How is it different from other chassis designs they offer, such as the Define Mini C? What does it offer to Micro-ATX builders? Why buy this over the similarly priced mid-tower equivalent?

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Next-Generation Noctua NF-A12x25 120mm Fan Debuts

Noctua today presented its much-anticipated next-generation 120x25mm A-series fan and the complementary NA-SFMA1 adaptors that allow it to be used on 140mm based watercoolers. The new NF-A12x25 is the first fan made of Noctua’s novel Sterrox® LCP material and integrates the company’s latest innovations in aerodynamic engineering in order to achieve an unprecedented level of quiet cooling performance. While the NF-A12x25 becomes the new flagship model in the 120mm range, the classic NF-P12 will be reissued in the streamlined, more affordable redux line. “The NF-A12x25 is our most advanced fan today. We’ve spent more than 4.5 years developing it and it’s been easily the most thorny, intricate development project we’ve completed so far,” explains Lars Strömbäck (Noctua CTO): “In order […]

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COLORFUL Battle Axe C.B360M-HD PRO V20 Motherboard Debuts
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COLORFUL Battle Axe C.B360M-HD PRO V20 Motherboard Debuts

COLORFUL Technology Company Limited, professional manufacturer of graphics cards, motherboards and high-performance storage solutions is proud to announce the release of its newest motherboards that support Intel LGA1151 8th-gen Core processors. COLORFUL is following up its Battle Axe C.B360M-HD Deluxe V20 release with a pair of new motherboards with the Battle Axe C.B360M-HD Pro V20 and C.H310-K Pro V20 joining COLORFUL’s great offerings of motherboards. The new Intel B360 and H310 chipsets now expands Intel’s 8th-gen offering to be more accessible to those looking to build an essentials-only PC capable of delivering the performance expected from the new-generation of processors. COLORFUL is aiming to give gamers a new entry path to COLORFUL gaming experience with the new Battle Axe series. […]

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Thermaltake Pacific CL480 Copper Radiators Launched

Thermaltake, a leading brand in PC cooling solutions, today released the latest copper radiator lineup– Pacific CL360, Pacific CL420 and Pacific CL480. Available in 360mm, 420mm and 480mm, the Pacific CL Series utilizes an extremely thick radiator with a high-density copper fin design and brass tank to assure the best cooling capacity. The radiators are lighter and more durable than most copper radiators on the market thanks to the stainless steel made side panels that guarantee durability as well as reduce the weight. The integrated G1/4″ threads are optimized for easy installation while rigid connections ensure leak-resistant measures are in place. With an ideal mounting, fitting and flow set-up, the radiators meet your cooling needs in every way! Thermaltake Pacific […]

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Samsung 970 EVO NVMe SSDs Debut
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Samsung 970 PRO and 970 EVO NVMe SSDs Debut

New 970 series enables high-performance computing through enhanced speed, exceptional endurance and system design flexibility Samsung Electronics America, Inc., today introduced the Samsung 970 PRO and EVO, the third generation of its industry-leading consumer solid state drive (SSD) lineup. Having led the market with the first consumer-focused NVMe SSD in 2015, Samsung continues to push the performance barriers with this latest generation of SSDs that are built for tech enthusiasts and professionals so that they can enjoy higher bandwidth for intensive workloads on PCs and workstations. “Samsung has led the NVMe SSD industry since its inception, and the company continues to define the latest standards of consumer storage with unprecedented performance of the 970 PRO and EVO SSDs,” said Un-Soo […]

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X2 PIRATE 1416 ATX Case Debuts

X2 Products is pleased to inform the new arrival of the PIRATE 1416 pc case. This micro ATX structured chassis is made out of 0.5mm SPCC steel chassis, all black coated inside and out enclosed by 2 tempered glass panels and 1 metal side panel. This new pc gamer case is a great solution for your entry level gaming system build. With more than enough space for the assembly or your powerful hardware. Total up to three 3.5-inch SSD drives and four rear expansion PCI slots. Equipped with a separated PSU chamber and ample space for those long graphics cards ( up to 320mm length ) and large CPU coolers ( up to 150mm height clearance). More than sufficient air […]

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AudioBy Tom Jaskulka

Roccat Khan AIMO 7.1 Gaming Headset Review

Roccat has added a splash of intelligent RGB lighting to their new HiRes audio headset and given it a new name: the Khan Aimo. More than just a name change and some lighting, this update of the Khan Pro keeps the HiRes designation but swaps the 3.5mm cable for USB to add some new capabilities. This allows for a new 7.1 Surround Sound feature, powered by the built-in 24-bit @ 96 kHz DAC sound card – a first for HiRes audio headsets. Will enhanced surround sound in high resolution change your game? Benchmark Reviews has a chance to take a closer look at Roccat’s Khan Aimo headset, so listen in and let’s find out!

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Corsair Carbide 275R Finished Build with Side Window Corsair Carbide 275R Mid-Tower Case Review
CasesBy Meng Vang

Corsair Carbide 275R Mid-Tower Case Review

As the successor to the Corsair Carbide 270R, the Carbide 275R brings a few new improvements to the table. It comes in four variants: black or white enclosure with an acrylic side panel, and black or white enclosure with a tempered glass panel. The plastic front panel is very simple with its brushed aluminum look, and the side panel provides a great view of the interior components. Unlike its predecessor, the Carbide 275R has its power supply chamber extend all the way towards the front with a cutout to fit up to a 360 mm radiator at the front. Benchmark Reviews has in hand the Carbide 275R in white with the tempered glass side panel.

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Kingston Digital UV500 SSDs Announced

Kingston Digital, Inc., the Flash memory affiliate of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, today announced it is shipping the UV500 family line of SSD products. Available in multiple form factors, UV500 will be Kingston’s first 3D NAND-enabled SSD featuring full-disk encryption. UV500 is powered by the Marvell 88SS1074 controller, and combined with 3D NAND Flash, delivers incredible read/write speeds of up to 520MB/s and 500MB/s, making it 10x faster than a 7200RPM hard drive. UV500 dramatically improves a system’s overall responsiveness with incredible boot, loading and transfer times; and, with no moving parts is far less likely to fail compared to mechanical hard drives. UV500 protects sensitive data with 256-bit AES hardware-based […]

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SilentiumPC Armis AR7 TG RGB Case Debuts

Introducing the new mid-range chassis from SilentiumPC, the Armis AR7. Available with traditional all-black, solid panel or tempered-glass window, packed with RGB lights. This roomy full-tower cleverly blends minimalistic styling with performance features. With cooling being a major focus the front vents were specifically designed to provide high-volume, non-restrictive airflow, comparable to fully mesh designs. For simple maintenance, they are covered with easily removable custom dust filters. A unique feature is the user-friendly I/O panel which can be repositioned from the top to the bottom for convenient access to USB/audio ports and fan/illumination switches. Apart from two LED strips and ring-type fan, the Armis AR7 TG RGB also offers the option to mount the GPU vertically for showing off that […]

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TRENDnet 2.5G Managed 10G Fiber Switches Launched

Web smart switches expand your bandwidth with 2.5Gbps connection speeds and deliver advanced network management features using your existing ethernet cables TRENDnet® (www.TRENDnet.com), a global leader in reliable SMB and consumer networking and surveillance solutions, has announced the launch of two 2.5G managed switches with 10G SFP support, designed as a cost-effective solution to expand your network’s bandwidth. The pair include a standard version with the 10-Port 2.5GBASE-T Web Smart Switch, model TPE-30102WS, and a PoE version with the 10-Port 2.5GBASE-T Web Smart PoE+ Switch, model TPE-30102WS. TRENDnet’s two 2.5G managed switches increase your network’s maximum bandwidth without requiring new cabling. Save on cable installation costs by utilizing your existing Cat5e and/or Cat6 cabling; 10G switches require upgrades to Cat6a […]

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HyperX Pulsefire Surge RGB Gaming Mouse Shipping

HyperX®, the gaming division of Kingston® Technology Company, Inc., today announced the HyperX Pulsefire SurgeTM gaming mouse with RGB lighting is now shipping. The Pulsefire Surge delivers pinpoint accuracy with its Pixart 3389 sensor and a resolution of 16,000 DPI. Left and right button switches are rated up to 50 million clicks using Omron switches for exceptional click feel, response and consistency. The mouse also offers radiant 360-degree RGB light ring with effects that can be personalized using HyperX NGenuityTM software, allowing gamers to personalize colors to match a system or environment for an immersive gaming experience. “We consulted with professional gaming teams and gaming enthusiasts on the form, fit and features throughout the design process of the Pulsefire Surge,” […]

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AOC AG352UCG6 120Hz Gaming Monitor Announced

AOC, a worldwide leader in monitor display technology, today announces the new AG352UCG6, a refreshed version of its critically-acclaimed AG352UCG with a higher refresh rate of 120Hz. The new AG352UCG6 keeps all the features of the original AG352UCG but boosts the refresh rate from 100Hz to 120Hz for faster and smoother visuals. The AG352UCG6 features a curved 35” WQHD (3440×1440) panel with vibrant colors for a more exciting visual experience while gaming. Its 1800R curvature conforms to the way the eye naturally sees and helps reduce eye fatigue in addition to creating a more immersive experience. The AG352UCG6 features NVIDIA’s G-SYNC Technology that synchronizes the display’s refresh rates to the NVIDIA GPU to eliminate screen tearing and minimize display stutter […]

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BIOSTAR RACING X470GT8 AMD Ryzen Motherboard Debuts

BIOSTAR unveils RACING X470GT8, a full ATX motherboard with the AMD X470 chipset for the second generation AMD Ryzen processors, Pinnacle Ridge and Raven Ridge. The BIOSTAR RACING X470GT8 offers performance and aesthetics for today’s overclockers and gamers. It has a premium black RACING themed PCB design, Digital Power+, Hi-Fi zone design, integrated USB 3.1 Gen 2 (Type A + C), Iron Slot Protection, and Advanced VIVID LED DJ for more RGB lighting control. BIOSTAR RACING X470GT8 The BIOSTAR RACING X470GT8 motherboard is the flagship model for the 2nd generation Ryzen processors featuring the new AMD X470 enthusiast chipset. It features an ATX form factor with three PCI-E 3.0 x16 slots and supports two dual-channel memory up to DDR4-3200MHz (OC). […]

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Leadtek NVIDIA Quadro GV100 Graphics Card Released
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Leadtek NVIDIA Quadro GV100 Graphics Card Released

LEADTEK, the authorized channel partner of NVIDIA professional graphics card in the Asia-Pacific region, releases NVIDIA Quadro GV100 powered by NVIDIA Volta architecture which is the world’s most advanced visual computing GPU ever, with 32 GB of HBM2 memory, delivering over 40% the double precision compute performance and over 2.5X the deep learning procession performance of the previous-generation Quadro GP100. Users can even connect two GV100 cards using NVLink provides 64 GB of HBM2, enabling work with largest models, renders, analysis, simulation, and deep learning datasets. The Leadtek NVIDIA Quadro GV100 is reinventing the workstation to meet the demands of AI-enhanced design and visualization workflows for creative and technical professionals, software developers, and data scientists across manufacturing, media & entertainment, […]

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AudioBy Jason Vaught

HyperX Cloud Revolver Gunmetal Review

Kingston has released another studio-grade HyperX Cloud Revolver Headset, the Cloud Revolver Gunmetal. On the surface, one would think the only difference is the color. However, during the review I’ve discovered some other slight differences that change the dynamics of this headset. In this article for Benchmark Reviews, I’m going to be putting the Cloud Revolver Gunmetal Headset through it’s paces, and compare it directly to it’s predecessor, the original HyperX Cloud Revolver Headset.

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COLORFUL Battle Axe C.B360M-HD Motherboard Launched

April 3rd, 2018 Shenzhen, China – COLORFUL Technology Company Limited, professional manufacturer of graphics cards, motherboards and high-performance storage solutions is proud to announce the release of its newest motherboard that support Intel LGA1151 8th-gen Core processors. Featuring the B360 chipset, COLORFUL’s new Battle Axe C.B360M-HD Deluxe V20 motherboard aims to deliver the essentials to get a gamer up and running immediately with the latest processors from Intel. The Battle Axe series from COLORFUL aims to bring gamers the quality and performance expected from COLORFUL but in a more accessible price range as well as bring features that are appealing to gamers. The Battle Axe C.B360M-HD Deluxe V20 motherboard is available April 3rd in select regions. COLORFUL is aiming to […]

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BIOSTAR B360MHD PRO Intel Motherboard Announced

BIOSTAR presents two entry-level micro-ATX motherboards featuring the new Intel B360 and H310 chipsets – BIOSTAR B360MHD PRO and BIOSTAR H310MHD PRO; for office and home entertainment applications. The B360MHD PRO and H310MHD PRO have BIOSTAR’s all new Nano Carbon Coating Heatsink for improved cooling over aluminium-extruded heatsinks, AudioArt Capacitors projecting artistic-like sound and Hi-Fi audio amplification effects and Tough Power Enhanced to ensure full energy output without additional energy loss. BIOSTAR B360MHD PRO The micro-ATX BIOSTAR B360MHD PRO uses the new entry-level B360 chipset that supports LGA 1151 8th generation Intel Core processors. It supports dual-channel memory of up to DDR4-2666MHz, a single PCI-E 3.0 x16 slot with reinforced iron protection design and USB3.1 Gen1. Other notable features include […]

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