If you've ever wondered what the difference would be between a system you buy off-the-shelf, and the same system overclocked, Trinity International Computers sent us two systems that answer exactly that question

Intel's Netburst might have become a retrospective embarrassment for the firm, but CPUs based on the best-forgotten architecture are apparently still hitting sky-high clock speeds.

Gaming enthusiasts won’t need to “clock up” these new video cards from PowerColor to squeeze the most performance out of them. The clock speed is factory increased to a sensible maximum.

Affordable and fast, the 8800 GS was our top budget choice until the 9600 GT arrived to spoil the party.

Offering bags of gaming power for an attractive price, the GeForce 8600 series is an enticing prospect.

Squeeze that extra bit of power out of your existing hardware. Tim Dean looks at the principles of overclocking and examines the potential performance increase.

Overclocking power is back on AMD's roadmap.

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The 512MB makes little difference but the heatsink is quieter than XFX’s.

Custom design watercooling and some judicious overclocking make for a showstopping performance and price.

It’s the best-value graphics card for those playing games at 1280 x 1024.

So your Mum's not inspired by an overclocked Phenom system - but she might go for these gifts.

AMD has launched its fastest ever processor, which has smashed records by being overclocked to 6.5GHz.

Lewis Hamilton wasn't the only Brit setting records for speed today as UK retailer Yoyo Tech unveiled the world’s fastest desktop PC, unceremoniously shoving the two time winning 8-core SUN UltraSPARC system from its throne.

The 7800 GT is hard to find and is being usurped by the 7900 GT.

'Lightning fast' 2,000MHz kit to debut at the Taipei Thunderdome. Do you really want to know the price?.

AMD has released a special limited edition processor designed for heavy overclocking. The Phenom II X4 42 Black Edition TWKR chips will support higher voltages and perform at higher frequencies.

Those considering a 9600GT would be well advised to keep in mind the new Calibre P960 Gbox, which has superior overclocking powers.

Expensive for a 7900 GS, but the increased clock speed sees it rival a 7900 GT.

The best value heatsink we’ve tested for all sockets and systems.