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26/04/2026

🚀 THE M5 PRO IS FINALLY HERE! 🚀

​I’ve just finished putting the new MacBook Pro 16-inch (2026) through its paces, and let’s just say... the "Super Cores" aren't just a marketing name. 🤯

​From topping the charts in single-thread performance to holding its own against desktop workstation GPUs, this 18-core beast is a game-changer for creators.

​In my latest video, I’m breaking down:
✅ The Benchmarks: Is the M5 Pro really faster than the M4 Max? (The results might surprise you!)
✅ AI Power: Testing the 64,000+ score on the new Neural Engine.
✅ The "Charger" Situation: What Apple didn't put in the box this year. 🔌
✅ Real-World Battery: Does it actually hit that 24-hour claim?

​If you’re thinking about upgrading from an M1 or Intel Mac, you NEED to see this before you drop your cash.

​📺 Watch the full review here: https://youtu.be/6p_dUY7tCsA

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05/04/2026

THE KING IS BACK! Noctua NH-D15 G2 vs. The World’s Best AIOs! 🌬️💧

​Is air cooling officially better than liquid? 🤯 I just put the brand new Noctua NH-D15 G2 to the ultimate test on my bench, and the results are absolutely staggering.

​After a decade of dominance, Noctua has finally released the successor to the legendary D15. But can a "simple" air cooler really take on high-end 360mm All-In-Ones?

​In my latest deep-dive review, I’m breaking down:

✅ Air vs. Liquid: Head-to-head benchmarks against 4 top 360mm AIOs (Valkyrie, EK, Be Quiet!, and Antec).
✅ Next-Gen Engineering: Why the new NF-A14x25r G2 fans use "speed offset" technology to eliminate acoustic hum [05:52].
✅ The 3 Variants: Which cold plate (Standard, HBC, or LBC) do you actually need for your CPU? [02:33].
✅ Thermal Torture: Real-world gaming in Cyberpunk 2077 vs. the "CPU killer" Prime 95 [11:07].

​Spoiler Alert: This cooler matches (and sometimes beats) 360mm liquid coolers while being whisper quiet. No pumps, no leaks, just pure performance.

​If you’re building a high-end PC with a Core i9 or Ryzen 9, you NEED to see these thermal charts before you buy your next cooler.

​Watch the full review here: 👉 https://youtu.be/9YR6Y77iG58

​Don't forget to LIKE the video and SUBSCRIBE for more deep-dive hardware testing! 🛠️💻

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Is air cooling officially back on top? The legendary NH-D15 reigned supreme for a decade, but with CPUs pulling more power than ever, can the new Noctua NH-D...

01/04/2026

*NEW PRESENTER ALERT*

I am pleased to finally be able to share with you guys that after a long search process we have finally got a new additional presenter for the Gadget Joe YouTube channel and brand!

He likes to be known as Don so will be referred to as Gadget Don from now, although he was quite persistent on wanting to be called "The greatest presenter world" assuring me he was better than anyone has ever seen, there has never been anyone better!

He brings a chaotic but opposing presenting style to the channel that should add to the dynamic. He claims he is an expert at tech and he knows everything, in fact more than most people may realise.

He has assured me that with him in my corner that the channel will be the best ever and that with him we make Gadget Joe great again! Hence the new hats that will be added to our merch line, the striking red colouring with bold white text is a little off my usual brand but he was adamant we used this so I will give it a go!

So, with all that said...give a warm welcome to Gadget Don!!

28/03/2026

Gaming just got CRAZIER!

​The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D is officially here, and I’ve got the numbers to prove it's the gaming CPU to beat right now. I tested it against 6 other CPUs so you don't have to guess.

​The Verdict?

Best-in-class 1080p performance and surprising single-core scores that even beat the 9950X in some tests [08:06]!

​Check out the full benchmark run-down and see if this belongs in your next rig.

​👇 Click below to watch!

https://youtu.be/xxVUlGvG2ow

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The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D has officially hit the bench, and today we’re finding out if 5.6GHz of 3D V-Cache is enough to claim the crown for 2026. This isn't j...

22/03/2026

Is this the ultimate "sleeper" gaming mouse? 🤫🖱️

​ Be quiet! (English) is legendary for cases and coolers, but they’ve just dropped their first-ever gaming mouse—the Dark Perk Ergo—and it is a SPEC MONSTER. 🇩🇪✨

​I’ve been putting this 55g lightweight beast to the test to see if it can actually take down the giants like Razer and Logitech.

​What’s inside?

✅ 55g Ultra-lightweight (No honeycomb holes!)
✅ 8K Polling Rate (Wired & Wireless!)
✅ PixArt 3950 Sensor (The best in the world right now)
✅ Silent Optical Clicks (Perfect for late-night sessions)
✅ 110-Hour Battery Life

​Is it worth your hard-earned cash, or should you stick to the big names? I’m breaking down the design, the performance, and that clever angled charging cable that actually makes sense.

​Watch the full unboxing and review here: 👇
🎬 https://youtu.be/WxdgfvsrC4Y

​Don't forget to LIKE the video and SUBSCRIBE if you’re new to the channel! Are you Team RGB or do you prefer this clean, stealthy look? Let me know in the comments! 💬

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be quiet! is legendary for fans and cases, but can they dominate your desktop too? In today’s video, we are doing a deep dive into the brand new be quiet! Da...

20/03/2026

NVIDIA DLSS 5: Game-Changer or AI Slop? 🎮🤖

​The internet is officially DIVIDED. Nvidia just dropped the details on DLSS 5, and the tech world is losing its mind. 🤯

​On one hand, we’re looking at super-fine, photorealistic details that look absolutely incredible [00:13].
But on the other... the hardware requirements are getting out of hand. Did you catch that the demo actually needed TWO RTX 5090s just to run? One for rendering and one just for the DLSS 5 [01:04]!

​I’m torn on this one. Is this the future of immersion, or are we moving too far away from the "true nature" of gaming in favor of AI-generated models? [00:51]

​I want to hear from YOU. Sound off in the comments: 👇

​✅ GENIUS: "I don't care how it's made, if it looks photorealistic, I'm in!"
❌ GARBAGE: "Keep AI out of my games. I want raw performance, not 'slop'!"
🤔 UNDECIDED: "I'll wait until I don't need a dual-GPU setup to run it..."

​Watch my full breakdown here and let’s get the debate started

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17/03/2026

GAMING JUST CHANGED FOREVER! 🤯 NVIDIA DLSS 5 IS HERE!
​Jensen Huang just took the stage at GTC 2026 and dropped a literal bombshell on the gaming world. If you thought DLSS was just about frame rates, think again. DLSS 5 is shifting the focus from performance to PURE PHOTOREALISM. 🎮✨
​I’ve just posted a full breakdown of the announcement, and trust me, you need to see these details:
​✅ 3D Guided Neural Rendering: How AI is now "painting" pores, hair, and light with Hollywood-level accuracy in real-time. [02:47]
✅ The "GPT Moment" for Graphics: Why this is the biggest leap since Ray Tracing in 2018. [03:03]
✅ Insane Game Lineup: Resident Evil Requiem, Starfield, Hogwarts Legacy, and even an Oblivion Remastered are all confirmed! [05:41]
✅ Hardware Check: Will your current card run it? I dive into the RTX 50-series requirements and the "two GPU" demo elephant in the room. [06:32]
​Is this the end of the "Uncanny Valley" in gaming? I watched the demos 4 times and I’m still processing it.
​Watch the full breakdown here: https://youtu.be/qb1pEJM07uI
​Let me know in the comments—are you hyped for AI-generated photorealism, or are you worried about the hardware costs? Let’s talk! 👇
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NVIDIA just dropped a bombshell at GTC 2026: DLSS 5 is officially coming this Fall. This isn't just another upscaler; Jensen Huang is calling this the "GPT m...

07/03/2026

🛑 DON’T BUY an LCD AIO until you watch this! 🖥️❄️

​Is the era of "screens on everything" actually making our PCs better, or just more expensive?

This week, I’m diving deep into the Antec Inc. Vortex View 360—and let me tell you, this 5-inch display is a total game-changer.

​Most AIO screens are small and laggy, but Antec might have just cracked the code. Here’s why this cooler needs to be on your radar for 2026:

​✅ The Screen: A massive 5” IPS display with a 360° rotatable ball joint. Position it ANY way you want! [01:30]
✅ The Performance: 9th Gen Asetek platform handling up to 400W TDP. It’s not just a pretty face; it’s a cooling powerhouse. [04:05]
✅ The Install: One of the easiest builds I’ve ever done—fans come pre-installed out of the box! [02:46]
✅ The Software: Antec’s new iUnity 2.0 is lightweight, lag-free, and lets you customize everything from GIFs to system stats. [15:21]

​I put this unit through the ringer with Cinebench and Prime95 to see if it can actually keep up with high-end CPUs. The results? It might just be the best performing cooler I’ve tested to date. [20:42]

​But is it worth the premium price tag? And what’s the catch with the video playback? 🧐

​Watch the full review and benchmarks here: 👉 https://youtu.be/8wO2qcgzDnI

​I want to know: Would you put a screen this big inside your rig? And if you did, what’s the first GIF you’re uploading to it? Let’s talk in the comments! 👇

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In today's video, we are putting the Antec Vortex View 360 ARGB to the test! Is this just a flashy screen, or can the Asetek 9th Gen pump actually handle the...

11/02/2026

Another absolute cracker of a product by Antec!

Our Vortex View 360mm AIO Liquid CPU Cooler with 5" Swivel/Tilt IPS Screen is finally released today. Check it out.

https://antec.com/product/cooling/vortex-view-360

08/02/2026

Something HUGE is happening in the workshop!

🛠️ High-end tech meets high-profile talent as we kick off Celebrity Build Series 2!

I’m teaming up with the legendary Thomas Turgoose to solve a major problem: How do you take a pro gaming rig on the road? 🎬🎮

The answer? We’re building a custom, high-performance Gaming PC inside a Flight Case!

No laptop limitations—just pure power in a portable chassis.

In Part 1, we dive into:

✅ Why Thomas needs this rig for life on set
✅ The insane hardware (ASRock, AMD, XPG & more!)
✅ The plan for the ultimate "clamshell" portable workstation

Watch the full build reveal here: https://youtu.be/FwsbqeW_pko

With special thanks to Antec UK Back to the Office Target Components Ltd ASRock ADATA Streacom AMD

Is this the ultimate portable powerhouse? 🛄💻Welcome to Part 1 of our second edition of the Celebrity Build Series! In this episode, we’re joined by the leg...