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Kingwin Mach 1 ABT-800MA1S 800W Modular PSU
2008-01-24 03:00:00
Kingwin has recently decided to join the ranks of other companies which have branched their product line into the power supply unit industry. More know for their very effective HDT Heatpipe Direct Touch coolers, Kingwin is also insistent that their PSU line be just as beneficial to the hardware enthusiast. Overclockers and gamers will most likely enjoy the impressive nickel-finished appearance, while system builders and casual users will appreciate the quality build into this power supply. Benchmark Review load tests the Kingwin Mach 1 ABT-800MA1S 800W Modular PSU for AC power ripple and DC voltage regulation.
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SimpleTech PC3-10600 DDR3 1333MHz S1024R5NP2QA
2008-01-21 03:00:00
Of all the RAM kits we have reviewed thus far in our High-Speed DDR3 Overclocking and Review Series (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=117 Itemid=67), practically every set has been aimed towards performance enthusiasts and overclockers. But Benchmark Reviews isn't going to ignore our roots within the system builder and reseller community. SimpleTech offers OEM system builders and GSA suppliers with a solid PC3-10600 DDR3 1333MHz S1024R5NP2QA RAM kit for the Intel P35/X38/P45/X48 chipsets.
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ASUS P5K3 Deluxe WiFi-AP Intel P35 Motherboard
2008-01-17 13:00:00
Market forecasts predict DDR3 memory poised to replace its predecessor DDR2 as the main volume product for 2008. Already aware of this, memory chip manufacturers like Micron, Samsung, Hynix, and Qimonda have begun tooling up for mass production. As a result we should finally start to see the dizzying prices of DDR3 come down - being affordable will no doubt help to spur adoption in the market. With price drops looming, many will be looking for quality motherboards suitable for high-speed DDR3 (index.php?option=com_content task=blogcategory id=10 Itemid=67). With this in mind Benchmark Reviews thought it would be of interest to examine one of the more mature DDR3 based motherboard offerings on the market today; the ASUS P5K3 Deluxe Wi-Fi-AP Motherboard based on the Intel P35 chipset.
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Hiper HPU-5K880 and HPU-5B680 Type R Mk II PSU's
2008-01-16 01:11:00
Fresh from our review of the HPU-4M880/HPU-4M630 Type M Series, (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=108 Itemid=71) Hiper returns with an all new concept for power supply units. By combining the passive cooling of an open-grill chassis design with a set of integrated High-Speed USB ports, Hiper introduces their Type R Mk-II power supplies in 680W and 880W versions. Benchmark Reviews reveals the innovative HPU-5K880 HPU-5B680 PSU's with our set of power regulation tests.
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2008 International CES Computer Technology Highlights
2008-01-13 03:00:00
The 2008 International CES is now finished, and while exhibitors use the weekend to tear-down booths there are as many writers who will feverishly extol the numerous technology displays viewed over the past week. Benchmark Reviews was after the only the most notable computer technology highlights and announcements at the show, and this article reveals what we believe to be the most important innovations for Q1/Q2 2008.
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NZXT Rogue Crafted Series SFF Gaming Case
2008-01-09 01:19:00
As an Enthusiast I have considered several Small Form Factor (SFF) cases to host my gaming system, and I can comfortably state that a large number of members of the gaming community consider SFF cases as well. But in my case, full or mid tower cases have always been my choice due to higher cooling potential because of better airflow which they have been known to offer. Benchmark Reviews has the new NZXT Rouge Crafted Series SFF gaming chassis in our hands, a chassis which focuses on key-points such as higher cooling potential, supporting larger power supplies, and most importantly hosting the highest-end of gaming cards with no size restrictions. Please join us as we explore NZXT's newest addition to Crafted Series of gamer cases.
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Crucial PC3-12800 DDR3 1600MHz BL2KIT12864BA1608
2008-01-01 20:00:00
DDR3 Memory offers such a high front side bus to overclocker's that CPU speeds can reach well beyond extreme. Crucial has produced the Ballistix PC3-12800 CL8 BL2KIT12864BA1608 DDR3 1600MHz 2x1GB RAM kit for hardware enthusiasts to take advantage of. Benchmark Reviews has discovered more overclocking headroom in these modules than any other, and put them to the test in this review.

ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT 512MB Video Card
2007-12-30 03:00:00
The ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT 512MB ZT-88TES2P-FSP graphics card features 1800MHz GDDR3 memory paired to an NVIDIA G92 GPU operating at 660MHz. Compatibility with Microsoft's DirectX 10 and Shader Model 4.0 ensures the ZOTAC GeForce 8800 GT is ready for next-generation gaming titles, and with NVIDIA's Unified Shader Architecture the GeForce 8800GT features 112 stream processors for unparalleled 3D processing capabilities. Benchmark Reviews tests this new video card against the most widely used NVIDIA product: the GeForce 8800 GTS.
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Kingston KHX13000D3LLK2/2G PC3-13000 DDR3 1625MHz
2007-12-23 11:59:00
Since JEDEC is about to finalize 1600MHz as a standard DDR3 speed, many kits which were once considered High-Speed will now be relegated to standard speed parts. Perhaps a clairvoyant vision helped with the decision, because Kingston 's KHX13000D3LLK2/2G PC3-13000 CL7 DDR3 RAM kit stays ahead of the curve at 1625MHz.
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Hiper HPU-4M880 & HPU-4M630 Type M PSU's
2007-12-18 01:48:00
Next generation platforms and high performance graphics cards are essential to modern gamers and hardware enthusiasts, just as much as the new software designed to use them. Hiper has been providing performance systems with stable power for quite some time, and with a new focus on efficiency they can offer a penny-wise solution for everyone. Their latest Type M power supply series delivers 630W in the HPU-4M630 model and 880W in the HPU-4M880. The entire Type M series is built to provide excellent performance and efficient power to demanding GPU teams and quad-core systems while being stable and long-lasting to accommodate the needs of bleeding-edge technology for years to come.
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HT Omega Claro Plus+ AD8620BR Op Amp Sound Card
2007-12-14 01:30:00
HT Omega , Inc. was one of the first companies to offer authentic high-fidelity sound at a true 24-bit level of performance in their Original Claro sound card (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=23 Itemid=47). Now revised, a new AD8620BR Op Amp from Analog Devices has joined the world class Oxygen 8788 based audio processor in the Claro Plus+. Like the Claro, the new Plus+ model supports EAX™ 1.0 2.0, A3D™ 1.0 and DirectSound ™, but also adds Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Headphone, and a precision Base Management system. Benchmark Reviews has been fortunate enough to compare the HT Omega Claro Plus+ 24-bit/192KHz 8-channel high definition sound against the entire C-Media CMI8788 family of audio products in this review.
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Rosewill 10.4-Inch LCD Photo Frame RDF-104
2007-12-13 00:52:00
We are definitely in the middle of the digital age. It seems that everything is switching to digital ... TVs, DVDs, and now even picture frames. Digital picture frames aren't new, although, if you haven't seen them around you definitely haven't been paying attention. Benchmark Reviews will examine the Rosewill 10.4 Digital Photo Frame RDF-104 to see how it stands up with other comparable digital frames. Will it be a frame anyone would be happy to have on their desk? It might just be the perfect gift for anyone, even your techno-phobic friend or family member. Let's find out if the product is as good as the marketing suggests it should be.
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Corsair PC3-14400 DDR3 1800MHz 2GB RAM Kit
2007-12-12 01:04:00
Benchmark Reviews is approaching the conclusion to our High-Speed DDR3 Overclocking and Review Series (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=117 Itemid=1), which has featured over one dozen different DDR3 kits. Many of the kits we have tested so far have achieved extremely uncommon overclock speeds, while other kits impress us with their combination of performance and value. So far, we have reviewed two of the three worlds fastest DDR3 kits: Patriot PDC32G1866LLK PC3-15000 DDR3 1866MHz (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=115 Itemid=67) and Super Talent PC3-14400 DDR3 1800MHz W1800UX2GP (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=116 Itemid=67). Today we are especially pleased to test the Corsair Dominator PC3-14400 DDR3 1800MHz 2GB RAM Kit TWIN3X2048-1800C7DF G. You might say that we have saved the best for last, because this kit is amazing!
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Ultra m998 Aluminum Mid-Tower ATX Case ULT40069
2007-12-10 01:14:00
The Ultra m998 is so named for the exalted m998 HMMWV (better known as the Humvee): a lightweight, high performance, four wheel drive, air transportable droppable, land mobility system. For comparison: the Ultra's m998 is constructed mainly of lightweight aluminum and plastic parts, sports four optional castors (wheels), a removable motherboard tray, the ability to remove every panel, and also boasts a roomy interior. In concept at least the m998 sounds akin to its name sake's description. Benchmark Reviews however wants to see if Ultra's m998 Aluminum Mid-Tower ATX Case ULT40069 can live up to this legendary reputation, so we've taken this baby for a test drive.
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Winchip PC3-10666 DDR3 1333MHz 64A0TRHN8G17E
2007-12-07 01:58:00
Winchip Technologies isn't a household name with computer enthusiasts, but we hope to see that soon change. Benchmark Reviews continues our DDR3 Review Series (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=117 Itemid=1), and today we focus on the system builder and enthusiast user. Many of the kits we have tested so far have helped achieve extremely uncommon overclock speeds right out of the box, and even though some of the kits aren't trying to set new speed records they still manage to impress us with their combination of performance and value. In this review we offer a product that is both affordable and performance orientated as the Winchip PC3-10666 DDR3 1333MHz 64A0TRHN8G17E RAM kit is tested.
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HANNS.G HG281DPB 28-Inch Widescreen LCD Monitor
2007-12-04 17:01:00
Ask any gamer how big of monitor is the perfect monitor and you might just get a response of the bigger the better . Today Benchmark Reviews takes a look at a LCD monitor aimed squarely at the bigger is better gaming crowd. The Hanns-G 28 LCD HG281DPB monitor seems to fit perfect with the typical gamer looking for the largest LCD screen they can get without breaking the bank. Featuring an Active Matrix TFT, 3ms response time, 1920x1200 resolution, and at a cost of under $600. On paper the specifications look great, but how would it actually perform in reality? I had to give it a shot.
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Aeneon PC3-10666 DDR3 1333MHz AXH760UD00-13G
2007-12-04 02:15:00
Benchmark Reviews continues our DDR3 Review Series (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=117 Itemid=1), and today we focus on the system builder and enthusiast user. Many of the kits we have tested so far have helped achieve extremely uncommon overclock speeds right out of the box, and even though some of the kits aren't trying to set new speed records they still manage to impress us with their combination of performance and value. In this review we offer a product that is both affordable and performance orientated as the Aeneon PC3-10666 CL8-8-8-15 AXH760UD00-13GA98X DDR3 1333MHz RAM kit is tested.
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Scythe Mugen 5-Heatpipe CPU Cooler SCINF-1000
2007-12-02 03:00:00
Ever since Heatpipe Direct Touch (HDT) technology was first introduced in exposed copper heatpipe coolers such as the Zaward VIVO (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=92 Itemid=62), Xigmatek HDT-S1283 (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=81 Itemid=62), and OCZ Vendetta (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=90 Itemid=62), overall heatsink sizes have been reduced while the cooling performance has dramatically improved. Not eveyone is a believer in the new cooling technique, and some manufacturers have stuck by their tried-and-true designs. Benchmark Reviews has received the Scythe Mugen 5-Heatpipe CPU Cooler SCINF-1000, and the practice of bigger is better will be put to the test.
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Synology Cube Station CS407 4-Bay SATA Gigabit NAS
2007-11-28 01:46:00
Time is money in the SMB and Corporate Enterprise sector, and anything that can cost less while saving time is sure to be a popular commodity. The Synology Cube Station CS407 4-Bay SATA Gigabit NAS is a gigabit network appliance which offers more features and functionality than most Windows Server 2003 R2 domain controllers... for less than the price of the Server Operating System! Benchmark Reviews gives this Network Attached Storage server a full host of tests as we uncover the value inside.

CoolMax CUQ-1200B Modular 1200W Power Supply Unit
2007-11-25 19:21:00
Whether you're a hardcore gamer with a set SLi or CrossFire video cards or a hardware enthusiast with several hard disks and an overclocked quad-core processor, the power draw your computer created can quickly add up to an outrageous electric bill. With so many systems now consuming 600W or more of continuous power, consumers are beginning to find ways to conserve energy and save their money. CoolMax has joined the 80-PLUS revolution by offering their Green Power CUQ-1200B modular power supply unit, and Benchmark Reviews inspects their claims as we load-test this unit for AC power ripple and DC voltage regulation.
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OCZ PC3-12800 DDR3 1600MHz RAM Kit OCZ3P16002GK
2007-11-19 15:46:00
Benchmark Reviews continues on with our High-Speed DDR3 Overclocking and Review Series (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=117 Itemid=1), which features over one dozen different DDR3 kits. Many of the kits we have tested so far have helped achieve extremely uncommon overclock speeds, and even some of the kits not setting speed records managed to impress us with their combination of performance and value. So far we have reviewed the Patriot PC3-15000 (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=115 Itemid=67), Super Talent PC3-14400 (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=116 Itemid=67), and Mushkin PC3-10666 (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=112 Itemid=67) kits, but today we are especially pleased to test the OCZ PC3-12800 DDR3 1600MHz 2GB RAM Kit OCZ3P16002GK.
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Microsoft 69R-00001 Bluetooth Notebook Mouse 5000
2007-11-17 13:32:00
Microsoft is a big name in the computer industry best known for designing computer software and peripherals. There has been fierce competition in the notebook peripheral market and Microsoft has been one of the main leaders in this category, and the demand for feature rich mice is always on the rise. Today at Benchmark Reviews we have the new Blue-tooth Notebook Mouse from Microsoft which come with an ergonomic design, battery life indicator, and 1000 dpi high definition laser technology. Join us as we take a look at the new Microsoft 69R-00001 Bluetooth Notebook Mouse 5000.
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Logitech G15 2007 Programmable LCD Gaming Keyboard
2007-11-12 04:00:00
The computer keyboard is the first and longest standing peripheral hardware device to exist in our industry. Very few changes have altered the way casual users interact with their personal computer. But this is the new age of gaming-grade hardware, and basic equipment is not on the parts list. Logitech introduces the G15 2007 Programmable LCD Gaming Keyboard 920-000379, and Benchmark Reviews tests it with a few of the more popular video games. Not many peripheral products can qualify as true gaming keyboards; especially since the majority of these products just simply add bold colors or large keys. Logitech takes the process more seriously, and the new and improved G15 (Revision 2 aka 2007) Programmable LCD Gaming Keyboard offers hardcore gamers something to take them to the next level.

Super Talent PC3-14400 DDR3 1800MHz W1800UX2GP
2007-11-11 04:00:00
Benchmark Reviews continues on with our High-Speed DDR3 Overclocking and Review Series (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=117 Itemid=1), which features over one dozen different DDR3 kits. Many of the kits we have tested so far have helped achieve extremely uncommon overclock speeds, and even some of the kits not setting speed records managed to impress us with their combination of performance and value. So far, we have reviewed the Patriot DDR3 1866MHz Kit (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=115 Itemid=67) and Mushkin DDR3 1333MHz Kit (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=112 Itemid=67), but today we are especially pleased to test the Super Talent PC3-14400 CL7-7-7-21 W1800UX2GP DDR3 1800MHz 2x1GB RAM Kit.
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Synology Disk Station DS-207+ SATA Gigabit NAS
2007-11-08 04:00:00
Benchmark Reviews recently had the opportunity to test the Synology Disk Station DS-207+ SATA Gigabit NAS (Network Attached Storage) device. The basic premise behind the NAS box started out as a fairly simple one, allow networked client computers easy access to shared files across the network without the need for a full blown server. While this may sound simple, the NAS boxes of the past have been plagued with horrid performance in the speed department. I should place a heavy emphasis on “past” because recently that has all changed, and the idea of tolerating slow transfer speeds from a NAS box is just not going to fly anymore, especially with the arrival of products like the DS207+. I guess I just spoiled any suspense as to how the DS207+ performs. This is one incredible little box.

VIZO Master Panel II Expansion Interface
2007-11-07 04:00:00
The VIZO Master Panel II Expansion Interface is a multifunctional controller panel; an updated version to Vizo's original Master Panel, that brings added provisions and features to where their needed...Up front. Here at Benchmark Reviews we are very familiar with the ongoing revolution in portable media. Wheather its uploading play-lists for an MP3 player or the day's pictures from a digital camera; everyone wants a convenient way to manage their data without having to fumble around the back of their cases. This popular demand has even driven manufacturers to add the most basic I/O ports to the front of PCs. However, with there being so many proprietary media standards, a convenient and centralized solution is still missing from many if not all case designs, leaving consumers looking to after market solutions for their needs.
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Thermaltake DH101 HTPC ATX Case VF7001BNS
2007-11-05 04:00:00
Not too long ago, Benchmark Reviews featured a Guide: How to shop for your first HDTV (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=19 Itemid=38) in which we revealed that digital HDTV's would soon be a forced standard in slightly more than a year. We followed this up by using our own shopping advice to purchase the Sharp AQUOS LC-52D62U 52 1080P HDTV (index.php?option=com_content task=view id=21 Itemid=68), one of the best and most affordable HDTV's presently produced. But because Blu-Ray Disc and HD-DVD are still at battle with no end in sight, there is only place left to go: high definition broadcast. Benchmark Reviews sets out to build an HTPC with HDMI support, gaming-strength video, a digital HDTV tuner, and plenty of storage capacity; and we fit it all into the capable Thermaltake DH101 HTPC ATX Case VF7001BNS.
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Mushkin PC3-10666 DDR3 1333MHz RAM Kit HP3-10666
2007-11-01 04:00:00
At the beginning of our series we reviewed the a set of system memory destined for only the most elite overclocking systems a hardware enthusiast could ever dream up. In this second installment featuring the Mushkin PC3-10666 CL6-7-6-18 HP3-10666 DDR3 1333MHz 1GBx2 1.8V RAM kit, Benchmark Reviews has moved away from the expensive focus on extreme overclocking and onto a reasonably priced DDR3 product more likely to make it onto hardware enthusiasts' Christmas lists this year.
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