Sapphire Radeon HD 4650 HDMI 512MB Video Card Review
Elite Bastards posted a review on the Sapphire Radeon HD 4650 HDMI 512MB video card

Generally speaking, Sapphire have stuck with AMD's reference Radeon HD 4650 design here, employing the same small, single-slot cooling solution and utilising the standard 600MHz core and 700MHz memory clock speeds to boot.

Due to that small cooler, most of the memory modules on the board aren't actively cooled, although this isn't really a big deal for this level of card. As you'd expect, no external power is required for the Radeon HD 4650 HDMI, with the PCI Express slot capable of handling this board's requirements. The PCB is also bereft of any CrossFire inter-GPU connectors, thus limiting CrossFire connectivity to communication of data between GPUs over the PCI Express bus.

Sapphire Radeon HD 4650 HDMI 512MB Video Card Review

Crucial DDR3 1333 Memory on X58 Review
Bjorn3D takes a look at a set of Crucial DDR3 1333 Memory

Since the introduction of DDR3 memory a few years back, with the Core 2 Duo/Quad CPU's, along with the P35, X38, X48 , and the P45 chipsets, we, as users, have never really seen a significant increase in our memory bandwidth over using DDR2 memory. It wasn't until Intel introduced the Core i7 CPU's and the X58 chipset with their capability of handling not just Dual Channel, but Tri Channel capabilities, that we finally saw a significant bandwidth increase with our memory. But with these newer CPU's, Intel also has imposed a memory voltage limitation of 1.65 volts max to the memory modules. Intel states that going over this amount of voltage can and will damage your CPU because of the way the IMC (Integrated Memory Controller) handles the memory.

Crucial, a very well known memory manufacturer, has come up with a solution within Intel's low voltage limitation of the Core i7 CPU's. It's a three piece set of memory modules rated at 1.5 volts and 1333MHz with a timing of 9-10-10-20. Before you think that there's no way memory with such high latencies could ever perform, well, I'm here to tell you that these little beasties do.

Crucial DDR3 1333 Memory on X58 Review



Samsung Spinpoint F1 1TB Hard Drive Review
Bit-Tech published a review of the Samsung Spinpoint F1 1TB hard drive

So it's faster than the competition, cool and quiet, but obviously Samsung wasn't happy with releasing just a great high capacity hard drive -- it had to go and make it affordable too. At just a little over £73 the Samsung Spinpoint F1 1TB works out at just over seven pence a gigabyte, which is frankly ludicrously good value for money, especially when you compare it to the more expensive and slower Seagate 1TB which sells for closer to £80.

There's also the competition from Western Digital, and while we've heard the Western Digital Caviar Black Edition 1TB drive might just be able to pip the Samsung in performance (something we'll be looking at in a future review), right now it too is priced a lot higher than the Samsung, with prices floating around the £90 mark.

Putting it simply, we love the Samsung Spinpoint F1 1TB. It's everything a great enthusiast product should be; fast, practical, great value and affordable. Last week we said that the SSD, while starting to show some of its potential, was still a long way off replacing the conventional hard disk, and this drive is the reason why. With massive capacity, blazing performance and a price tag we can all afford, this is the hard drive we here at bit-tech would all buy. In fact, between us, we've just bought our sixth -- how's that for a recommendation?

Samsung Spinpoint F1 1TB Hard Drive Review

Handshoemouse Review
Driverheaven posted a review on the Handshoemouse

We see all sorts of mice on the market now, many targeted at specific sectors and audiences. Today were going to look at the HandshoeMouse, an ergonomic mouse which aims to allow the users hand to relax and reduce muscular tension in the hands and arms.

Handshoemouse Review

EVGA nForce 790i SLI FTW, Tested and Burned In
HotHardware posted an evaluation and performance review of EVGA's nForce 7901 SLI FTW motherboard, with Digital PWM.

This is definitely one special board that has a lot to offer. For starters, it sports three PCI Express x16 slots for 3-way SLI, and it boasts support for up to nine SATA 3Gbps drives. Additionally, the mainboard supports 2,000MHz dual channel DDR3 with EPP and a front side bus up to 1,600MHz. The board was designed with enthusiasts in mind though, so you can rest assured that EVGA also includes a plethora of overclocking options in the BIOS. Continuing the trend, EVGA appeals to enthusiasts even further by offering a digital PWM circuit, an 8-phase power design, VDroop control, 100% solid state capacitors, and onboard clear CMOS, power and reset buttons.

EVGA nForce 790i SLI FTW, Tested and Burned In

Asus Eee 1002HA Netbook Review
I4U News published a review of the upcoming new Asus Eee 1002HA Netbook.

Today we are looking at the new Asus Eee 1002HA netbook. The little machine is the latest in Asus' long line of Eee netbooks and brings with it some new features that netbook fans will really like at a price that fits well with the budgets of most people shopping for a new computer. Read on for all of the details on the Asus Eee 1002HA.

Asus Eee 1002HA Netbook Review

Mio DigiWalker C520 Portable GPS Review
TechwareLabs has published a review of the Mio DigiWalker C520 Portable GPS

GPS is one of the most useful widespread tools currently available to consumers. Recently GPS devices have become very affordale and thus even more viable as a tool. TechwareLabs takes a look at the Mio C520 which is based on Windows Mobile 5.0 and thus very hackable. Is the C520 a product you should consider? Read our review to find out.

Mio DigiWalker C520 Portable GPS Review

Gigabyte MA790GP-DS4H Motherboard Review
iXBT Labs posted a review on the Gigabyte MA790GP-DS4H Motherboard

A lot of interesting motherboards from various manufacturers were based on AMD 780G, the predecessor of AMD 790GX. However, if there had existed a nomination for the most interesting product range, it would have been Gigabyte to win it. We've tested three motherboards, and awarded two of them. It goes without saying, we couldn't pass the only 790GX-based model from this manufacturer.

Gigabyte MA790GP-DS4H Motherboard Review

Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless Headset Review
Hardware Secrets posted Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless Headset Review

It's always a pleasure to test new wireless devices. After all, there's nothing more annoying then a veritable jungle of wiring hanging from the PC. The Logitech Clear Chat PC Wireless is a headset (microphone + headphone) that not only is cordless but also truly plug-and-play, being very easy to install and promptly use. It's better for VoIP applications than gaming and listening to music, as we are about to see on our test.

Logitech ClearChat PC Wireless Headset Review

Nikon Coolpix S610c Review
TechReviewSource.com posted a review on the Nikon Coolpix S610c

One of Nikon's latest digital cameras is the Nikon Coolpix S610c, which is a point-and-shoot camera that works out quite well for users out there due to its excellent indoor and outdoor photo quality as well built-in Wi-Fi. Its other features include a 10-megapixel resolution and a 3-inch LCD display on the back. Check our TechReviewSource.com's full review for all the details.

Nikon Coolpix S610c Review

Nova OVER Slide Mouse Pad Review
Vortez Hardware posted a review on the Nova OVER Slide Mouse Pad

The OVER Slide is Nova's ultimate mouse pad - designed to accompany the X600 Slider. We review this new pad and find out if it really does offer better glide than the other pads on the market...

Nova OVER Slide Mouse Pad Review

In Win Matrix Review
techPowerUp takes a look at the In Win Matrix enclosure

The In Win Matrix is a unique and extremely compact mATX enclosure. It looks good all around, thanks to a clever design and features a unique and well thought out interior. Despite its small size you can still fit in a regular graphics card and several harddisks.

In Win Matrix Review

Samsung SyncMaster 2343NW Review
InsideHW.com has reviewed 23-inch monitor Samsung SyncMaster 2343NW

Definition of wide display isn't precisely defined, but in that category belong all displays that have dimension ratio "wider" then 4:3. How wider wasn't important too much until HDTV standard got popular so it wasn't too weird to find displays with 16:10 ratio (1.6). Now we have wide displays with "true" wide ratio 16:9 (1.78) that are perfectly fit for resolution of HDTV. Samsung 2343NW that we tested has unusual resolution and size but it is still wide 16.9 monitor.

Samsung SyncMaster 2343NW Review

Verbatim Recharge & Go Wireless Mouse Review
OCModShop posted Verbatim Recharge & Go Wireless Mouse Review

How scary are the rodents of the future? Mice that can shoot lasers with advanced precision from a single eye. They have no fear and invade homes by the millions across the country. Around the world, even. And, they are wireless. But weren't mice always wireless? The disease-spreading kind were, but Verbatim's Recharge/Go wireless laser mouse is a picture of the advances we have made toward making wires a thing of the past.

The Recharge comes in a black and green box wrapped around blister packaging. It's a very eye-catching array of colors that grabs you from its perch on the shelf. And why don't more people use matte black with glossy pictures on their boxes? All the big gaming companies do it, why don't the little guys? It would actually cost less in the long run to leave it matte and just put a little bit of gloss on it. Packaging is the seller when it comes to store shelves, people.

Verbatim Recharge & Go Wireless Mouse Review

Tuniq Potency 750w Power Supply Review
OCIA.net has posted their review of the Tuniq Potency 750w Power Supply

Last month we reviewed the Tuniq Potency 550W power supply, which learned our OCIA.net Seal of Approval for its robust performance and incredible price. Take that same quality product, double the number of +12V rails, increase power capacity by 50% and add a bunch more connectors, all while keeping the size a mere 2cm larger, and you'll end up with the Tuniq Potency 750W.

Tuniq Potency 750w Power Supply Review

Crucial 4GB Ballistix Tracer PC3-10600 Kit Review
Overclockers Online has posted a new review on the Crucial 4GB Ballistix Tracer PC3-10600 Kit

Performance is key for a PC and the Tracer kit doesn't disappoint. The tight stock timings generated reasonable performance numbers despite the lower speed we're use to seeing. Backed by a 30-day satisfaction guarantee and a limited life-time warranty, the timing to buy this kit couldn't be any better as we enter the holiday season. Your glowing and dazzling PC will be enough reason to not need to setup a Christmas tree!

Crucial 4GB Ballistix Tracer PC3-10600 Kit Review

Thermaltake Duorb Heatpipe CPU Cooler Review
Tweaknews.net posted Thermaltake Duorb Heatpipe CPU Cooler Review

Thermaltake's DuOrb CPU cooler has a lot going for it. The design itself will appeal to some enthusiasts with the need for a high performance cooler without the excessive height of some comparable coolers. In addition, the design also provides excellent clearance around the socket while enhancing cooling in the immediate area.

Thermaltake Duorb Heatpipe CPU Cooler Review

MSI R4670 512MB Review
OCC has published a new review on the MSI R4670 512MB

Relative to other HD4670s, this MSI card was a good overclocker. In the end I was able to increase the RV730 core and memory clock by 100 and 150MHz respectively. The HD4670's clocks were adjusted using CCC. Temperatures were monitored using CCC as well. To reach my final overclock I started by increasing the core and memory speeds by 25MHz until I hit system instability on anything above 849MHz on the core. I was able to increase the memory speed by another 50MHz from there however. In the end, any clock above 849/1149 caused instanteous and massive artifacting. Temperatures were never any issue in any of the testing as idle temps were in the low 30s.

MSI R4670 512MB Review