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Sonos Arc Ultra pre order and where to buy US & UK

Oct 17, 2024 | silentpcreview.com | Shaun Conroy

There has been a lot of chatter and speculation over a possible Arc 2 for well over a year, however, something else from Sonos has taken center stage – the Sonos Arc Ultra and Sub 4. This is the first product to feature Mayht’s transducer technology, a company Sonos acquired back in 2022.
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K Release Date Rumors: What We Know

Aug 23, 2024 | silentpcreview.com | Angus Warrender

Can we expect an Intel Core Ultra 5 245K release date in 2024? News has been slow regarding Intel’s 15th-generation CPUs, but thanks to some trustworthy sources we are confident in predicting a new Intel product announcement before the end of the year. Join us as we break down everything we know about these new CPUs, from leaked specifications to a release date window. AMD’s own CPU launch has stumbled at the finish line.
Intel Core Ultra 7 265K Release Date Speculation

Aug 23, 2024 | silentpcreview.com | Angus Warrender

Rumors continue to circulate about the 15th generation of Intel CPUs releasing as early as October, so we’re working to try to nail down a specific Intel Core Ultra 7 265K release date. What would be formally known as the 15700K would herald the next generation of processors, and perhaps break Intel’s spell of bad luck. We’ve gathered everything we know about this new 15th-generation Intel CPU, to see whether the new units are worth waiting for.
AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D Release Date Rumors: New CPU Leaks

Aug 23, 2024 | silentpcreview.com | Angus Warrender

Following the release of AMD’s Ryzen 9000 series, many of us have felt let down by contributions to the CPU market of late. There is hope, however, with the latest leaks hinting at a potential AMD Ryzen 5 7600X3D release date within a matter of weeks. This new addition to the Ryzen 7000 range boasting the crucial Extended 3D technology would be an exceptional addition to the market, and help the company retain its dominance of the CPU industry.
What GPU can my Motherboard Support? How to Check

Aug 21, 2024 | silentpcreview.com | Angus Warrender

Upgrading your PC can be a challenging task: if you’re only swapping out one core component, it can still open a can of compatibility worms. It is definitely worth checking what GPU your motherboard supports, for instance, can prevent you from going over budget on both a replacement GPU and a replacement motherboard. To help, we’ve detailed the best ways to check your motherboard compatibility with the latest and greatest graphics cards.
Windows 11 Motherboard Compatibility: Top Chipsets for New PCs

Aug 21, 2024 | silentpcreview.com | Angus Warrender

With Windows 11 set to become the new norm in Microsoft PCs – with Windows 10 support ending in just over a year – it’s worth checking the various requirements for installing the new OS on your machine. Though many barriers to the operating system can be overcome with some trusty settings tweaks, the physical components of your rig also play their part – which is why it is important to check your Windows 11 motherboard compatibility.
Splitgate 2 servers offline? The closed alpha hasn't started yet

Aug 21, 2024 | silentpcreview.com | Shaun Conroy

Many who requested access to the Splitgate 2 alpha play test have most likely received their acceptance emails this morning. If not, unlucky. If like me you have downloaded and jumped on in you may have come across the “Splitgate 2 servers offline” error message. Unfortunately, you are not going to be able to play just yet but don’t worry nothing is wrong, you are just a bit early. Splitgate 2 alpha playtest start time The Splitgate 2 alpha starts today from August 21st until the 25th.
AMD Ryzen 9 9900X Review: Not worth it at current price

Aug 19, 2024 | silentpcreview.com | Angus Warrender

We haven’t been feeling hugely impressed by the AMD Ryzen 9000 series: AMD’s latest additions to the CPU market. The 9600X provided disappointing results, and the 9700X wasn’t much better (in fact, it performed marginally worse), and now we come to the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X. Inching towards the higher end of the market, the 9900X was set to rival previous AMD offerings like the 7900X, and the manufacturer even said the range would be capable of near-X3D performance even without Extended 3D technology.
AMD Ryzen 5 9600X Review: Who is this for?

Aug 16, 2024 | silentpcreview.com | Angus Warrender

In the short time between announcement and release, AMD’s Ryzen 9000 series of next-generation CPUs has walked a rocky road. From leaks to delays, we’ve been eagerly following the development of the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X from the outset.
AMD Ryzen 9000 & 7000 CPUs appear to get massive discounts but from a suspicious seller

Aug 15, 2024 | silentpcreview.com | Shaun Conroy

AMD’s 9000 series processors have only just entered the world, so it was a mighty surprise to see some ridiculous discounts featured on Amazon US. The Ryzen 9 9950X now listed at $299? Something’s Afoot. It doesn’t end there, we see the 9700X now at under $200, and even the Ryzen 5 7600X for under $100. This all seemed a little too good to be true and we all know that from time to time, suspicious sellers can take the spotlight on Amazon.