Excerlram #42 is engineered to exceed expectations, even before you’ve asked for them. Featuring dual XMP/EXPO profiles at 6000 MT/s for both AMD and Intel, along with modest 32-38-38-96 primary timings, this kit is built for cross system compatibility. Stay tuned as we test this kit and compare it with other options available.

MSI' MPG 341CQR QD-OLED X36 pairs a 34-inch 3440×1440 panel with 360 Hz and the first 5th gen QD-OLED we have tested. With top-tier motion clarity, improved text sharpness due to a new V-Stripe RGB subpixel layout, strong SDR and HDR brightness, and a price that feels fair for the performance it delivers, this one is a winner.

The SilverStone Lucid 05 is a bigger brother to the Lucid 04, being able to fit an ATX board vs. MicroATX, besides more potent liquid cooling. As such it is better suited for a larger target audience, while also improving on some functional aspects. While losing the small-form-factor appeal, these advantages make the Lucid 05 not just better value, but also more useful.

Essentially, the ambidextrous Hati-S2 Pro 8K is a lighter and updated Hati-S2 8K. At 29 g, it weighs 5 g less than the non-Pro, and comes with PixArt's latest PAW3950 sensor and lighter-binned Huano main button switches, while 8000 Hz wireless polling has been retained.

Sudokoo aims to make a strong impression, pairing a highly customizable display with solid, well-rounded performance that works well on both Intel and AMD platforms. Combined with a strong warranty and a thoughtful set of quality-of-life design features, the Proteus 360 stands out as a compelling AIO that’s well worth a closer look.

With Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors, the ECS LIVA Z11 Plus delivers great performance, supports up to four displays, and includes nice extras like dual USB4 and Ethernet. You can do some light gaming, despite being noisy under load and offering limited storage options, but the system is optimal for productivity and multi-monitor setups.

ASUS shows off the most high-end BTF reverse connector motherboard on Socket AM5 yet, featuring its unique cable-free GC-HPWR GPU power connector too. But do these and its other features justify its sizable price tag this late into the motherboard life cycle?

The XPG Valor Air Pro is a large variant of the original XPG Valor. As such it can hold bigger AIOs alongside longer GPUs and PSUs, while sporting the same metal front design. Besides coming equipped with four hub mounted ARGB fans, you also get the ability to rotate the expansion slots for vertical GPU mounting.

The Eurocom Raptor X18 isn't just built like a tank—it performs like one, too. Thanks to a beefy cooling system, the CPU and GPU maintain high clocks for exceptional performance in AI, professional color grading, content creation, and gaming. With top-tier input devices and a stunning 2400p display, this is one compelling machine.

The Glorious Model O3 Wireless debuts a swappable battery system, allowing for no charging downtime at all. It also feature the latest BAMF 3.0 sensor, and ambidextrous design, optical main button switches, 8000 Hz wireless polling, and rich RGB lighting.