Month: November 2025

Overclocking for Beginners: Safe Settings to Get More FPS

Overclock safety basics

Tuning your CPU or GPU to run faster than factory speeds can lift frame rates and responsiveness in games. This guide explains the process in clear steps so beginners can improve performance without guessing. Start by learning how clock speeds, voltage, power draw, and cooling affect your system. Use tools like MSI Afterburner, Intel XTU, …

When to Replace Your Thermal Paste (and How to Do It Safely) — Thermal paste replacement guide

Thermal paste replacement guide

Keeping your CPU cool starts with the right contact between chip and heatsink. Heat transfer compounds fill tiny gaps so a processor can shed heat. Skipping that layer or reassembling without it risks overheating and lasting damage. Before you add new compound, clean both surfaces thoroughly. Old residue must come off the chip and the …

The GPU Driver Settings That Actually Improve Performance

GPU driver optimization

Small, smart tweaks in your graphics control app can unlock extra performance without spending a dime. This guide explains how to tell the low-level driver—the bridge between your hardware and OS—apart from the companion control software that exposes user toggles. You’ll learn which settings affect frame pacing, latency, image quality, and power behavior. Expect mixed …