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Our Graphics category provides tips and resources for creating stunning visual media, covering popular graphic design software, trends, and techniques. We also cover essential topics such as colour theory, typography, and composition, helping readers understand practical design principles. We aim to provide a comprehensive view of graphics, assisting readers in communicating their message effectively. Whether you’re a designer or simply interested in graphic design, our category has something for everyone. Join our community and share your experiences in the comments section.

How to Overclock Your GPU Safely
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How to Overclock Your GPU Safely

What is GPU Overclocking? GPU overclocking refers to increasing the clock speed of a graphics card beyond the stock settings set by the manufacturer. This

Water Cooling vs Air Cooling for GPUs Compared
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Water Cooling vs Air Cooling for GPUs Compared

Introduction When building or upgrading a gaming PC, one of the most important components to consider is the graphics card (GPU). The GPU is responsible

12 Best GPUs for 4K Gaming in 2024
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12 Best GPUs for 4K Gaming in 2024

Introduction With 4K gaming becoming more mainstream, gamers need a powerful graphics card to enjoy smooth frame rates at such high resolutions. In this article,

Top 5 Graphics Cards for Under £200
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Top 5 Graphics Cards for Under £200

Introduction Choosing a graphics card can be daunting, especially when on a budget. As an avid PC gamer and tech enthusiast, I’ve tested my fair

Unity 2024 Offers Photorealistic Graphics
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Unity 2024 Offers Photorealistic Graphics

Introduction Unity’s new 2024 release brings a major graphics overhaul with photorealistic rendering capabilities. As a game developer using Unity, I’m excited to leverage these

Unreal Engine 6 Graphics Showcase
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Unreal Engine 6 Graphics Showcase

The release of Unreal Engine 6 marks a major leap forward in real-time 3D graphics and visualization. With its Nanite virtualized micropolygon geometry and Lumen

Photoshop Gets GPU Acceleration – Our Benchmarks
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Photoshop Gets GPU Acceleration – Our Benchmarks

Introduction Adobe has introduced GPU acceleration to Photoshop, promising significant performance improvements when using features like painting, transformations, and filters. As a long-time Photoshop user,

AI Upscaling – Our Thoughts for This Year
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AI Upscaling – Our Thoughts for This Year

Introduction AI upscaling is an exciting new technology that uses artificial intelligence to increase the resolution of images and videos. As 2023 gets underway, I

How Ray Tracing Will Change Graphics in 2024
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How Ray Tracing Will Change Graphics in 2024

Introduction In 2024, real-time ray tracing will become a standard in graphics and substantially change how graphics are rendered. Ray tracing accurately simulates how light

Evaluating Image Quality of Next-Gen Raytracing
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Evaluating Image Quality of Next-Gen Raytracing

Introduction Raytracing is a rendering technique that produces photorealistic computer graphics by simulating the physical behavior of light. Next-generation raytracing brings huge leaps in image

Can AI Help Devs Create Better Looking Games?
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Can AI Help Devs Create Better Looking Games?

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to significantly impact video game development in a variety of ways. Here is an in-depth look at how AI

Will VR Ever Look As Good as Real Life?
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Will VR Ever Look As Good as Real Life?

Virtual reality (VR) technology has come a long way in recent years. However, some people wonder if VR visuals will ever look as good as

How Close Are We to Photo Realism in Games?
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How Close Are We to Photo Realism in Games?

Introduction Video game graphics have come a long way in the past few decades. From simple 2D sprites to fully interactive 3D environments, the increase

Testing Nvidias Latest AI-Powered Super Resolution
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Testing Nvidias Latest AI-Powered Super Resolution

I recently had the opportunity to test out Nvidia’s latest AI-powered super resolution technology. As someone interested in computer graphics and image processing, I was

What Level of Graphics Will Metas 2024 VR Headset Have?
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What Level of Graphics Will Metas 2024 VR Headset Have?

Introduction Virtual reality (VR) headsets are advancing rapidly, providing more immersive and visually impressive experiences with each new generation. Meta (previously known as Facebook) has

AMD Promises Massive Leap for RDNA 4 Graphics
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AMD Promises Massive Leap for RDNA 4 Graphics

I’m excited to share the latest news about AMD’s upcoming RDNA 4 graphics architecture. As an avid gamer and graphics enthusiast, I can’t wait to

How Nanite Meshes Will Change Video Game Graphics
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How Nanite Meshes Will Change Video Game Graphics

Introduction Game graphics have come a long way since the simple pixelated graphics of early video games. Modern games feature incredibly detailed and realistic environments

Imagining Games With Pixar-Quality CGI Graphics
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Imagining Games With Pixar-Quality CGI Graphics

The idea of video games featuring photorealistic, Pixar-quality computer generated imagery (CGI) is an exciting prospect for many gamers. As graphics technology continues to advance

Unreal Engine 6 Graphics Will Blow You Away
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Unreal Engine 6 Graphics Will Blow You Away

Introduction Unreal Engine 6 is Epic Games’ latest iteration of their wildly popular game engine. It builds on the success of Unreal Engine 5 and

Inside DirectX 13: Microsofts Secret Graphics API
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Inside DirectX 13: Microsofts Secret Graphics API

Introduction DirectX 13 is the upcoming and yet-to-be-announced graphics API from Microsoft. As the successor to DirectX 12, DirectX 13 promises to bring new graphics

Photorealistic Game Graphics: Closer Than You Think
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Photorealistic Game Graphics: Closer Than You Think

The relentless march of technological advancement has brought photorealistic graphics in video games tantalizingly close. As a gamer, I’m thrilled by the prospect of even

How Real-Time Raytracing is Changing Graphics
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How Real-Time Raytracing is Changing Graphics

Introduction Real-time raytracing is revolutionizing computer graphics. For years, rasterization has been the standard for rendering 3D scenes in real-time, but it has limitations. Raytracing

Can Mobile Graphics Finally Catch Up to Desktop GPUs?
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Can Mobile Graphics Finally Catch Up to Desktop GPUs?

Introduction For years, mobile graphics processors (GPUs) have lagged behind their desktop counterparts when it comes to raw performance and capabilities. However, recent advancements in

20 Graphics Trends We Expect to See Next Year
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20 Graphics Trends We Expect to See Next Year

Graphics and visual design are always evolving. As technology advances and culture shifts, graphic designers adapt to create fresh, innovative visuals that capture viewers’ attention.

RenderMan X – Pixar Announces Next-Gen Renderer
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RenderMan X – Pixar Announces Next-Gen Renderer

Pixar has announced the upcoming release of RenderMan X, the latest version of its Academy Award-winning rendering software. As Pixar’s flagship rendering system for over

Dynamic Weather and Volumetric Clouds Come to UE6
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Dynamic Weather and Volumetric Clouds Come to UE6

Introduction Unreal Engine 6 (UE6) brings exciting new features and improvements for game developers, including major advancements in weather systems and volumetric cloud rendering. As