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  1. Case feet and vibration dampening: does height and material matterA desktop case can contain quiet fans, a well-balanced graphics card and a carefully tuned fan curve, yet still sound irritating. The culprit is often not a…
  2. GA1700 vs LGA1851: a practical guide to backplate compatibilityIntel's shift from LGA1700 to LGA1851 has introduced a new socket for Arrow Lake processors, and Australian PC builders eyeing an upgrade to Core Ultra 200S…
  3. Noise normalised fan testing reveals quietest fans at matched airflowWhen shopping for a new set of case fans, most Australians scroll past noise specs because the numbers feel meaningless. A 25 dBA rating here, a 28 dBA rating…
  4. Building a Small Form Factor PC That Fits Inside a Carry-OnAustralian PC builders have always carted their hobby across long distances. Whether you're flying to PAX Australia at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition…
  5. The Best Thermal Interface Materials for GPU Memory Junction TempsGraphics card cooling is usually discussed through the core temperature, yet the memory junction can be the hotter and more important reading. GDDR6 and GDDR6X…
  6. Why Your M.2 Slot Knocks Out SATA Ports and the Lane Story Behind ItYou finally get your hands on a shiny new NVMe drive, slot it into the second M.2 socket on your motherboard, and boot up the system only to find that one of…
  7. Fan bearing types explained for quieter, longer-lasting PCsA case fan can look like a simple component, yet its bearing system has a major effect on noise, lifespan, mounting flexibility and long-term value. Sleeve,…
  8. How to Choose a PSU With Enough Headroom for Future GPU UpgradesAustralians building gaming rigs or workstation PCs have plenty to think about when picking components, but the power supply often sits at the bottom of the…
  9. Sleeved vs unsleeved power cables: signal integrity under high currentPower cables tend to be an afterthought for PC builders. They ship in the PSU box, look unremarkable, and disappear behind the motherboard tray once a build is…
  10. The Best High-Airflow Cases for Dual Radiator Custom LoopsA dual-radiator custom loop needs more than a large chassis and a mesh front panel. The case must provide clear mounting positions for two radiators, enough…