AMD motherboards are causing massive slowdowns for PCIe 5.0 SSDs
If you’re running a PCIe Gen 5 solid-state drive, odds are pretty good that you care a lot about speed. After all, you paid a big premium to get one of the fastest SSDs available…
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Intel blames aggressive motherboards for high-end CPU crashes
There’s an ongoing saga around some of the latest Intel Core desktop CPUs, and how they’re crashing when running 3D games and other resource-intense programs. Intel has previously stated that it’s aware of the issue,…
Micro-ATX vs. Mini-ITX: Pros and cons for tiny motherboards
Mini-ITX motherboards, which measure approximately 6.7 x 6.7 inches, are significantly smaller than Micro-ATX models measuring 9.6 x 9.6 inches. This smaller size makes Mini-ITX ideal for tiny computers that are even suitable for travelling,…
CPU-FAN versus CPU-OPT on motherboards: What’s the difference?
The CPU OPT header is an additional connection for special processor cooling accessories, such as specialized coolers with multiple fans or water-cooling components. Functionally, CPU OPT is identical to CPU FAN. The connector provides a…