If you’re looking for a new monitor and Apex Legends is one of the primary games you play then you’ve come to the right place! In this guide I will help you to choose the right type of monitor for your PC and then I have a few recommendations. Since Apex Legends is a fast-paced and competitive game, I would recommend purchasing a monitor with a TN panel. The colors on TN panels aren’t particularly good, but they have a very fast response time which reduces motion blur making them ideal for fast-paced games. I would also recommend choosing a… [Read More]
Buying Guides
The Best Monitors for Battlefield 5 (Battlefield V)
If you’re looking for a new monitor and Battlefield V is one of the main games you play you’ve come to the right place! There are a few different monitors to check out in this post, and I’ve included a handy buyers guide to help you choose the perfect monitor for you and your PC. Whether you have a low-end, mid-range or high end PC, and whether you have a preference for performance or visuals, this guide should help you find the right monitor. ViewSonic XG2401 – Our Top Pick Depending on what you want from your new monitor and… [Read More]
The Best Monitors for Nvidia GTX 1080
If your PC is built around a GTX 1080 and you’re looking for a new monitor then you’ve come to the right place! In this guide you can find the best monitors that can work very well with a GTX 1080, and more importantly, I have included a buyers guide so you can find the right monitor for you based on the games you play and what you want from your monitor. Best Monitors for a GTX 1080 Below you can find the best monitors for a GTX 1080. I have split the list into three parts: best 1080p monitors,… [Read More]
The Best Motherboards for an i5-8400
The motherboard is like the heart of your PC. It’s the component that connects all the other components to each other. Whilst the motherboard isn’t going to have as much of an effect on performance as your CPU and GPU, it’s important to pick one that is compatible with your CPU and has all the ports, slots and features you need. In this guide, first I will run you through what you need to consider when choosing a motherboard, and then I have some recommendations of great motherboards that are compatible with an i5-8400 CPU. Choosing a Motherboard for an… [Read More]
The Best Budget 4K Graphics Cards for Video Playback
If you won’t be gaming and will only be using your PC for watching 4K movies and things like YouTube, you won’t need a powerful graphics card. At least not a high-end gaming graphics card. In fact, you might find the integrated GPU in your CPU is powerful enough, so before investing in a new GPU it’s definitely worth checking. For running Netflix in 4K with an integrated GPU, you will need an Intel Kaby Lake or newer processor. If the iGPU in your CPU can’t run 4K (or it doesn’t run it smoothly), there are a few options to… [Read More]
i5-8400 + GTX 1070: A Good Match?
If you’re looking to buy a new CPU, GPU or both, you might be wondering if the i5-8400 and GTX 1070 make a good combination. The answer depends on a few factors like your monitor and the games you play, but this guide will hopefully help you make a decision. When it comes to the CPU, the i5-8400 is a great CPU to pair with a GTX 1070 if you will only be gaming. However, if you will also be streaming and multitasking, you should consider the Ryzen 5 2600. Both of these CPUs offer great performance for their prices…. [Read More]
