5 May 201415 December 2014MotherboardsBy David Ramsey

ASUS Z97-DELUXE Motherboard Performance Review

With Intel being the sole supplier of chipsets for their processors, all motherboards with the same CPU and supporting chipset will provide pretty much the same performance at stock settings. Vendors strive to distinguish their products with additional features, which can be as disparate as a clever new BIOS or entirely new hardware capabilities grafted on via custom or third-party silicon. From a performance perspective, ASUS has historically added value with enhancements to standard interfaces, such as their accelerated USB 3.0, and hardware and software features that make overclocking easier, even for the novice. With the Z97-DELUXE they’ve even added entirely new high speed interfaces: M.2 and SATA Express. If you’re looking for a future-proof board for your next rig, this could be it.

12 August 201316 April 2018ProcessorsBy David Ramsey

Intel Core i5-4430 CPU LGA1150 Haswell Processor Review

When Intel sends out press samples of their new CPUs, they generally provide the top-end desktop products like the Core i7-4470K. And it’s fun to have the latest new super-fast processor to play with. But most people don’t need this level of power, and indeed in many cases even enthusiasts won’t make full use of the capabilities of a high-end part. Given that, might a less expensive, mid-range CPU be a better choice? Benchmark Reviews tests the mid-range Intel Core i5-4430 CPU, desktop processor model BX80646I54430, to find out.

12 August 201316 April 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

BIOSTAR Hi-Fi Z87W World’s First Intel Haswell Motherboard Approved by Microsoft Windows 8.1

BIOSTAR, major manufacturer of motherboards, VGA cards, industrial computer systems and other peripherals, today announces that its’ Intel Haswell motherboard “Hi-Fi Z87W” has received the Windows 8.1 hardware certification from Microsoft.

10 July 201316 April 2018Manufacturer NewsBy News Reporter

Digital Storm VELOCE Intel Haswell Gaming Notebook Debuts

Digital Storm Unveils the 13.3” VELOCE Gaming Notebook – The Ideal Balance of Power and Portability VELOCE is the first Haswell based slim gaming notebook to feature a full HD 1080 display By Digital Storm Digital Storm today unveiled VELOCE, a slim 13.3” gaming notebook that packs a serious punch. Despite weighing in at a mere 4.6 pounds (including battery) and only 1.26 inches thick, the portable VELOCE is ready to do battle anytime, anywhere. “VELOCE is the gaming notebook the industry has been waiting for,” said Rajeev Kuruppu, Digital Storm’s Director of Product Development. “The notebook strikes the optimal balance of power and portability without sacrificing gaming performance and is the first Haswell based slim gaming notebook to offer […]