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![TweakTown's Best Tech of Computex 2024 - Hardware, Gaming Gear, and AI](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/1/0/10761_888_tweaktowns-best-tech-of-computex-2024-hardware-gaming-gear-and-ai.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
TweakTown's Best Tech of Computex 2024 - Hardware, Gaming Gear, and AI
Computex 2024 was all about AI, and the CPU and GPU hardware that will drive that future. It was also about cool tech and gear, which we saw plenty of. | Jun 7, 2024 10:47 PM CDT
![Chia Coin Crypto Mining: Checking out Chia with 16TB of Sabrent SSDs](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/9/8/9861_505_chia-coin-crypto-mining-checking-out-the-farm-with-sabrent.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Chia Coin Crypto Mining: Checking out Chia with 16TB of Sabrent SSDs
Chia crypto currency mining will use your storage to mine crypto, where you can use HDDs and SSDs to plot and farm Chia (XCH). | Jun 30, 2021 8:58 PM CDT
![Windows 11: How to install the new Insider Preview build on your PC](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/9/8/9860_401_guide-on-how-to-install-the-new-windows-11-insider-preview-build.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Windows 11: How to install the new Insider Preview build on your PC
Microsoft's next-gen Windows 11 is nearly here, with the Windows 11 Preview Build now out and here's a guide on how to install it. | Jun 30, 2021 2:20 AM CDT
![Supermicro SuperO Z590 1440p 100FPS+ Build Guide with the C9Z590-CGW](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/9/7/9797_99_supermicro-supero-z590-build-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Supermicro SuperO Z590 1440p 100FPS+ Build Guide with the C9Z590-CGW
We put together a legit 1440p high FPS build with the new Supermicro C9Z590-CGW motherboard! Join us as we run you through it. | Apr 30, 2021 9:00 AM CDT
![Best HDMI 2.1 Monitors for PC Gaming, Consoles, and Professionals](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/9/7/9746_04_best-hdmi-2-1-monitors-for-pc-gaming-consoles-and-professionals.png&mh=161&mw=285)
Best HDMI 2.1 Monitors for PC Gaming, Consoles, and Professionals
Which HDMI 2.1 monitor is best for you? 4K 120Hz is now an option for many gamers, ready for your next-gen GeForce or Radeon GPU. | Feb 21, 2021 11:40 PM CST
![Supermicro C9Z490-PGW Build Guide + Giveaway with Intel's 10900KF](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/9/6/9648_08_supermicro-c9z490-pgw-build-guide-giveaway-with-intels-10900kf.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Supermicro C9Z490-PGW Build Guide + Giveaway with Intel's 10900KF
We teamed up with Supermicro to build a mid-range gaming PC based on the Intel Z490-powered C9Z490-PGW, and we're giving it away! | Nov 3, 2020 1:51 AM CST
![Supermicro SuperO Intel Z490 10th Gen Motherboard Overclocking Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/9/5/9534_888_supermicro-supero-intel-z490-10th-gen-motherboard-overclocking-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Supermicro SuperO Intel Z490 10th Gen Motherboard Overclocking Guide
In this guide, we run you through overclocking Intel's 10th Gen Core processors on Supermicro's SuperO Z490 motherboard platform. | Jul 22, 2020 9:15 AM CDT
![GIGABYTE AMD X570 Aorus Motherboard VRM Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/9/3/9362_13_gigabyte-amd-x570-aorus-motherboard-vrm-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
GIGABYTE AMD X570 Aorus Motherboard VRM Guide
We delve into GIGABYTE's range of AMD X570-based Aorus motherboards and take a close look at the VRM configurations. | Feb 25, 2020 12:51 PM CST
![ASRock's Phantom Gaming Alliance Build Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/9/2/9228_34_asrocks-phantom-gaming-alliance-build-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
ASRock's Phantom Gaming Alliance Build Guide
We build a new gaming rig based around ASRock's impressive Phantom Gaming Alliance products. Come join us for a closer look! | Oct 24, 2019 9:09 AM CDT
![The Mac Pro Killer Build Guide, featuring Supermicro and Intel](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/9/2/9215_04_mac-pro-killer-build-guide-featuring-supermicro-intel.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
The Mac Pro Killer Build Guide, featuring Supermicro and Intel
Supermicro asked us if we could build a PC machine similar to the new Apple Mac Pro and we took on the challenge. | Oct 21, 2019 10:06 PM CDT
![Intel Core i9 9900K/KF Overclocking Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/9/2/9225_01_intel-core-i9-9900k-kf-overclocking-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Intel Core i9 9900K/KF Overclocking Guide
We give you the lowdown on overclocking Intel's Core i9 9900K/KF CPU on various brand motherboards with loads of tips and information. | Oct 17, 2019 3:49 PM CDT
![GIGABYTE AMD X570 Ryzen Overclocking Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/9/2/9224_04_gigabyte-amd-x570-ryzen-oc-guide.png&mh=161&mw=285)
GIGABYTE AMD X570 Ryzen Overclocking Guide
We run you through our guide to overclocking AMD X570 and Ryzen on GIGABYTE motherboards. SoC voltage, VDDP voltage & more. | Oct 11, 2019 2:05 PM CDT
![How to Convert DVD with Handbrake or WinX DVD Ripper](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/8/8883_5_convert-dvd-handbrake-winx-ripper.png&mh=161&mw=285)
How to Convert DVD with Handbrake or WinX DVD Ripper
Have some old DVDs laying around that you want to make digital for future safe keeping? Read on. | Jan 29, 2019 8:27 PM CST
![How to Convert DVD to MP4 and More with WinX DVD Ripper](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/8/8815_3_convert-dvd-mp4-more-winx-ripper-fre.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
How to Convert DVD to MP4 and More with WinX DVD Ripper
Looking for ways to digitally backup your DVD collection and convert to MP4? WinX DVD Ripper might be the app you want to use. | Nov 23, 2018 2:11 PM CST
![HP Holiday Buyer's Guide and Black Friday Deals](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/8/8811_03_hp-holiday-buyers-guide-black-friday-deals.png&mh=161&mw=285)
HP Holiday Buyer's Guide and Black Friday Deals
Grab some Black Friday bargains from HP! | Nov 21, 2018 2:50 AM CST
![Five Tips On How To Make Your PC Perform At Its Best](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/7/8730_04_five-tips-make-pc-perform-best.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Five Tips On How To Make Your PC Perform At Its Best
Want additional power on your Windows 10 rig? Auslogics BoostSpeed 10 is the trick you need. | Sep 11, 2018 5:05 PM CDT
![Xbox One X Tear Down - Storage Upgrade](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/5/8569_38_xbox-one-storage-upgrade.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Xbox One X Tear Down - Storage Upgrade
Ditch the spinner in your Xbox One X! | Apr 2, 2018 10:00 AM CDT
![Holidays 2017 Budget $700 Gaming System Build Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/4/8469_01_budget-700-gaming-system-build-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Holidays 2017 Budget $700 Gaming System Build Guide
Right in time for the holidays, we build a $700 gaming PC based on a Supermicro motherboard that will keep most quite happy! | Dec 18, 2017 10:16 PM CST
![Guide to using NiceHash to Mine Cryptocurrency](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/4/8458_999_guide-nicehash-mine-cryptocurrency.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Guide to using NiceHash to Mine Cryptocurrency
Want to mine cryptocurrency using NiceHash? This guide will help you - it's easier than you think! | Nov 29, 2017 9:34 PM CST
![ASRock X299 Mini-ITX and SO-DIMM OC and Build Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/4/8426_01_asrock-x299-mini-itx-oc-build-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
ASRock X299 Mini-ITX and SO-DIMM OC and Build Guide
We build a neat little system based around ASRock's X299E-ITX AC Mini-ITX motherboard and show you exactly how it's done. | Nov 23, 2017 11:55 AM CST
![MSI Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon AC System Build Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/4/8417_999_msi-z370-gaming-pro-carbon-ac-system-build-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
MSI Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon AC System Build Guide
We take MSI's impressive Z370 Gaming Pro Carbon AC motherboard, build a system around it, and show you exactly how it's done. | Nov 14, 2017 11:11 AM CST
![AMD Threadripper System Buyer's Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/3/8360_999_amd-threadripper-system-buyers-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
AMD Threadripper System Buyer's Guide
Looking at buying and building an AMD Threadripper system? You ought to stop by our AMD Threadripper System Buyer's Guide first. | Oct 4, 2017 10:55 AM CDT
![A Look at AMD's Threadripper CPU Hardware Modes](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/3/8343_999_look-amds-threadripper-cpu-hardware-modes.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
A Look at AMD's Threadripper CPU Hardware Modes
We spend time investigating and testing AMD's various hardware modes for its Threadripper CPU to see what difference they make it performance. | Sep 20, 2017 5:20 PM CDT
![AMD X399 TR4 Threadripper Motherboard Buyer's Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/3/8342_999_amd-x399-tr4-threadripper-motherboard-buyers-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
AMD X399 TR4 Threadripper Motherboard Buyer's Guide
Our AMD X399 TR4 Threadripper motherboard buyer's guide will guide you through the various options to consider when picking a product. | Sep 19, 2017 10:55 AM CDT
![Supermicro SuperO Booster Software Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/2/8273_05_supermicro-supero-booster-software-guide.png&mh=161&mw=285)
Supermicro SuperO Booster Software Guide
We take a look at the SuperO Booster software application which allows overclocking, monitoring, and BIOS updating of your Supermicro motherboard. | Jul 24, 2017 8:00 AM CDT
![Fan Control Guide: Intel Z270 Motherboard Edition](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/2/8245_999_fan-control-guide-intel-z270-motherboard-edition.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Fan Control Guide: Intel Z270 Motherboard Edition
Our comprehensive cooling fan control guide for Intel Z270-based motherboards will have you being a fan expert in no time at all. | Jul 4, 2017 8:10 AM CDT
![AMD AM4 Ryzen Motherboard Buyer's Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/2/8243_999_amd-am4-ryzen-motherboard-buyers-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
AMD AM4 Ryzen Motherboard Buyer's Guide
If you are considering buying a new AMD AM4 Ryzen motherboard, do yourself a favor and check out our comprehensive guide first. | Jul 3, 2017 7:50 AM CDT
![The Ultimate MSI Z270 Gaming M7 Motherboard Build Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/0/8075_999_ultimate-msi-z270-gaming-m7-motherboard-build-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
The Ultimate MSI Z270 Gaming M7 Motherboard Build Guide
Here's the ultimate MSI Z270 Gaming M7 motherboard build guide featuring the GTX 1080 Gaming X 8GB graphics card and much more! | Mar 7, 2017 6:47 PM CST
![Nioh Beginner Guide: Tips, Tricks, and Rules to Live By](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/0/8054_999_nioh-beginner-guide-tips-tricks-rules-live.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Nioh Beginner Guide: Tips, Tricks, and Rules to Live By
Derek gives us a comprehensive list of tips, tricks, and rules to live by for Nioh in our beginner's guide. | Feb 15, 2017 8:55 AM CST
![CPU Deliding Quick Guide - What it is and How to do it](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/8/0/8039_999_cpu-deliding-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
CPU Deliding Quick Guide - What it is and How to do it
What is processor deliding, how does it benefit CPU overclocking and temperatures, how do you do, and what are the risks? Let's find out. | Feb 5, 2017 2:51 PM CST
![A Guide to DIY NAS Surveillance with Synology](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/9/7987_999_guide-surveillance-synology.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
A Guide to DIY NAS Surveillance with Synology
We take a look at the new Surveillance Station 8.0 and bundle package from Synology. | Dec 27, 2016 10:55 AM CST
![Quick Guide: Upgrading Xbox One Internal Storage](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/9/7969_999_quick-guide-upgrading-xbox-one-internal-storage.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Quick Guide: Upgrading Xbox One Internal Storage
Want to upgrade the internal hard drive for your Xbox One console? Check out our guide for instructions to do exactly that. | Dec 13, 2016 7:08 AM CST
![Holiday Buyer's Guide 2016 - Gift Tips from our Editors](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/9/7967_999_holiday-buyers-guide-2016-gift-tips-editors.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Holiday Buyer's Guide 2016 - Gift Tips from our Editors
Boy these things come around fast. Welcome to the 2016 Holiday Buyer's Guide to the best products of 2016. | Dec 12, 2016 7:15 AM CST
![Titanfall 2 Graphics Performance Tweak Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/9/7933_999_titanfall-2-graphics-performance-tweak-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Titanfall 2 Graphics Performance Tweak Guide
We show you the graphics options available in Titanfall 2 and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Nov 10, 2016 1:07 PM CST
![Battlefield 1 PC Performance and Quality Report](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/9/7921_999_battlefield-1-pc-report.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Battlefield 1 PC Performance and Quality Report
We look at Battlefield 1 and evaluate how optimized or not it is for PC in terms of graphics, performance, controls, and more. | Oct 26, 2016 2:27 PM CDT
![Gears of War 4 PC Port Report](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/9/7903_999_gears-war-4-pc-port-report.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Gears of War 4 PC Port Report
We take a look at Gears of War 4 in Windows 10 and evaluate how well optimized or not it is for the PC. | Oct 16, 2016 10:19 AM CDT
![Mirror's Edge Catalyst Graphics Performance Tweak Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/8/7880_999_mirrors-edge-catalyst-graphics-performance-tweak-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Mirror's Edge Catalyst Graphics Performance Tweak Guide
We show you the graphics options available in Mirror's Edge Catalyst and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Sep 25, 2016 6:31 PM CDT
![Beginner's Guide to Overwatch Competitive Mode](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/8/7854_999_beginners-guide-overwatch-competitive-mode.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Beginner's Guide to Overwatch Competitive Mode
We offer up some tips for getting started in Overwatch Competitive Mode and on how to escape the lower ranks. | Sep 4, 2016 10:50 AM CDT
![Overwatch Graphics Performance Tweak Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/8/7808_999_overwatch-graphics-performance-tweak-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Overwatch Graphics Performance Tweak Guide
We show you the many graphics options in Overwatch and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Jul 31, 2016 9:11 PM CDT
![Doom Graphics Performance Tweak Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/7/7757_999_doom-graphics-performance-tweak-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Doom Graphics Performance Tweak Guide
We show you the many graphics options in Doom and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Jun 30, 2016 8:10 PM CDT
![Killer Instinct Graphics Performance Tweak Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/6/7693_999_killer-instinct-graphics-performance-tweak-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Killer Instinct Graphics Performance Tweak Guide
We show you the many graphics options in Killer Instinct and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | May 9, 2016 2:40 PM CDT
![Dark Souls III PC Performance Analysis](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/6/7682_999_dark-souls-iii-pc-performance-analysis.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Dark Souls III PC Performance Analysis
Dark Souls III is one of the best-looking games currently available on PC, but how does it run? Let's find out. | Apr 26, 2016 8:05 PM CDT
![Quantum Break PC Performance Analysis](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/6/7655_999_quantum-break-pc-performance-analysis.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Quantum Break PC Performance Analysis
Quantum Break is a graphical masterpiece borne from years of development, but how does it play now that it's out? | Apr 14, 2016 6:03 AM CDT
![Hitman PC Performance Analysis - DirectX 12 at its finest?](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/6/7634_8_hitman-pc-performance-analysis-directx-12-finest.png&mh=161&mw=285)
Hitman PC Performance Analysis - DirectX 12 at its finest?
Hitman is one of the first games with DirectX 12 functionality, and we put its performance to the test on a variety of AMD and NVIDIA hardware. | Apr 5, 2016 8:13 PM CDT
![Hitman Graphics Performance Tweak Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/6/7633_45_hitman-graphics-performance-tweak-guide.png&mh=161&mw=285)
Hitman Graphics Performance Tweak Guide
We show you the many graphics options in Hitman and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Apr 5, 2016 2:30 PM CDT
![Black Desert Online Performance Analysis](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/5/7597_4_black-desert-online-performance-analysis.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Black Desert Online Performance Analysis
We take a look at the gaming performance of Black Desert Online on AMD and NVIDIA GPUs to work out what kind of video card you need for a solid experience. | Mar 12, 2016 5:05 PM CST
![Street Fighter V Graphics Quality & Port Report](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/5/7590_12_street-fighter-graphics-quality-port-report.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Street Fighter V Graphics Quality & Port Report
We examine the PC features of Street Fighter V and show you its various graphics options and how they affect gaming image quality. | Mar 7, 2016 8:20 AM CST
![Far Cry: Primal PC Performance Analysis with various AMD + NVIDIA GPUs](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/5/7585_4_far-cry-primal-pc-performance-analysis-various-amd-nvidia-gpus.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Far Cry: Primal PC Performance Analysis with various AMD + NVIDIA GPUs
Far Cry: Primal is out now on the PC, and we delve deep into the performance of the game, seeing just how fast it runs on various AMD and NVIDIA GPUs. | Mar 1, 2016 3:49 PM CST
![Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen Gaming Graphics Performance Tweak Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/5/7542_999_dragons-dogma-dark-arisen-gaming-graphics-performance-tweak-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen Gaming Graphics Performance Tweak Guide
We show you the many graphics options in Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Feb 4, 2016 12:40 PM CST
![Star Wars: Battlefront Gaming Graphics Performance Tweak Guide](https://www.tweaktown.com/images/makeicon.php?img=content/7/5/7502_999_star-wars-battlefront-gaming-graphics-performance-tweak-guide.jpg&mh=161&mw=285)
Star Wars: Battlefront Gaming Graphics Performance Tweak Guide
We show you the vast amount of graphics options in Star Wars: Battlefront and how they affect gaming image quality and performance. | Jan 5, 2016 8:06 PM CST