Ctrl Glitch Fix

14/06/2026

Quick question before tomorrow's video drops. When did you last check your BIOS version?
Not update it or check what version you're running?

Tomorrow I'm covering the full process.The part most guides skip entirely,and what usually causes them to go wrong.

Drop your answer below 👇 Have you ever updated your BIOS, avoided it entirely, or had one go sideways on you?

02/06/2026

🖥️ I want to look at YOUR build! Here's what's happening... I'm putting together a video where I go through YOUR builds and give you my honest, no-fluff verdict. What's actually working, what's a money sinkhole, and where you're quietly leaving performance on the table. Or I will just shout out how awesome it is! No gatekeeping. No brand deals. Just a straight-up look at what you've built and whether it's doing you justice. I'm picking 5 builds to feature so if you want yours considered, drop the following in the comments below 👇

✅ Your PCPartPicker list (or just list your parts + what you paid)
✅ Your total budget
✅ What you're using it for (gaming, work, both?)
✅ Anything that's not sitting right a weird bottleneck, a performance issue, or just a gut feeling something's off, Doesn't matter if it's a planned build, something already built, or a machine that's not performing how you expected. If your build has a story, tell me! those are the ones I'll pick.

💬 Drop your build in the comments, or head over to the community subreddit where you can also share pictures and videos of your setup: https://www.reddit.com/r/CTRLGlitchFix/

Feel free to post in both if you wish 😊 Let's find out if your build is actually doing its job!

Welcome to the official CTRL Glitch Fix community! This is a space for the community to connect over everything PC and tech from sharing build progress and troubleshooting issues to discussing the latest hardware news. If you want your build reviewed or featured on the channel? Drop it in! Keep it h...

01/06/2026

New video drops tonight at 6:30pm (UK time)!

I asked AI (ChatGPT) to build a £500 gaming PC for the UK market… and honestly, it’s not as bad as you’d think.

But it left out 4 things that could silently wreck your build, blow the budget, or leave you with a PC that won’t POST.

In the video, I go through the exact AI parts list, show what it got right, and break down the 4 gaps you need to know before you spend a penny:

The hidden £100 that isn’t in the budget

The B450 BIOS trap that can stop a first build dead

What AI doesn’t tell you about buying a used GPU

Why the AM4 “upgrade path” isn’t what it seems

Watch here: https://youtu.be/oOPR-WtRCPI

25/05/2026

Hey guys! 👋

If you were looking out for a new video today, I have a quick update. The weather here in the UK has been too beautiful to ignore, so I decided to take a little break from the screen to enjoy this glorious sunshine! ☀️🇬🇧

Because of that, there won't be a new release today, but a brand new video will be ready for you next Monday.

While we wait for next week, I want to hear from you. What topics, challenges, or ideas do you want to see covered in our upcoming videos? Let me know in the comments below! 👇

Hope you’re all having a fantastic week and catching some sunshine yourself! 😎

18/05/2026

Thinking about buying a cheap gaming PC in 2026? You might want to see this first…

I took a £479 refurbished gaming PC apart (on paper) and priced every single component to see if it's actually worth it.

Some of the results surprised me… especially the PSU 😬

🎥 The Truth About £479 Pre-Built Gaming PCs (I Did The Maths) - https://youtu.be/fG1A6SwfaCA

📅 Drops today at 7PM (UK)

If you're considering a pre-built vs building your own, this could save you money.

11/05/2026

New Video Drops Today – 5PM (UK Time)

Cheap AIO coolers are everywhere right now… but are they actually worth your money? 🤔

In today’s video, I dig into:
• The real failure points no one talks about
• Why budget AIO TDP ratings can be seriously misleading
• Where the actual value sweet spot is for 240mm cooling in 2026

If you’re building a budget gaming PC or thinking about upgrading, this could save you from making an expensive mistake 👀

💻 Cheap AIO vs Value AIO vs Air Cooling — what should you pick?

👉 Watch it at 5PM: https://youtu.be/lhU41tTyD5Y

27/04/2026

Is a Gen 5 SSD actually worth it in 2026… or just an expensive upgrade that barely changes anything? 🤔

I put Gen 4 vs Gen 5 head-to-head in real-world tests game load times, file transfers, and those tricky thermals to see if the hype matches the price tag.

⏰ New video drops today at 5:00 PM UK time!

If you're planning a PC build or thinking about upgrading your storage, make sure to check out the deals below. I've also included a few motherboards I recommend to make sure you're getting the most out of these speeds.

🎥 Watch the full video here (Set your reminder!)

https://youtu.be/iV86KLnaKqo

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Samsung 990 Pro 2TB M.2 - https://tidd.ly/48oSNTe

MSI MAG B850 TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI AM5 B850 - https://tidd.ly/4cBuVOI

B Grade Gigabyte Z790 Aorus Elite AX (LGA 1700) DDR5 - https://tidd.ly/4udXoQF

(Disclosure: As an affiliate, I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases at no additional fee to you. Thanks for the support!)

13/04/2026

Air cooler vs AIO for gaming what actually matters isn’t “lowest temps,” it’s consistent boost + smooth 1% lows.

I broke down when air wins, when AIO makes sense, and the airflow mistake everyone ignores. Full post on our site.

If you want a simple, “buy once and it works” setup, I also stock the core items I recommend for real world gaming.

If you’re choosing between a big air cooler and an AIO, you’re probably chasing one of three things: More FPS More stable performance (fewer drops/stutters) Lower temps because “lower = faster” Here’s the truth: cooling rarely gives you a big average FPS boost on its own. What it does chan...

23/03/2026

💸 You don't need an expensive GPU to game on Linux. Whether you're just switching from Windows or building a budget Linux rig from scratch, this is the video you need to watch before spending a single penny on a GPU.

👇 Full video here: https://youtu.be/WEjtixnkQpg

Drop your current GPU in the comments let's see if you're overpaying 👇

You don't need a £500 GPU to run Linux gaming in 2026. Here's the proof.Think budget Linux gaming means stuttery framerates and broken drivers? Think again. ...

10/03/2026

To my fellow builders: Stop fighting over overpriced listings on Marketplace.

I’ve been researching the "Graveyard Market" in local repair shops. I found that most "unfixable" tags are actually just due to high labor costs, not dead silicon.

I put together a guide on how to talk to local techs to get first dibs on these discarded flagships and how to spot the ones that only need a simple thermal refresh or a fuse swap.

Check it out if you're trying to build a high-end rig on a 2010-era budget:

Stop overpaying for your next video card! This video explains why you're most likely spending too much on graphics cards at major retailers. Learn how to fin...