Guide
Building your first gaming PC? Or maybe you're looking to upgrade your rig without making mistakes? Welcome to the “Guides” section of DropReference – the perfect place to learn, compare, and choose the best components for your setup. We know diving into PC hardware can quickly turn into a headache: graphics card, CPU, case, RAM, SSD, power supply... there are tons of options – and just as many traps. That’s why we created these complete, up-to-date guides made for gamers, whether you’re a beginner or more experienced. We help you understand what really matters for gaming, avoid the classic mistakes (yes, case/motherboard compatibility is often overlooked), and find the best performance-to-price ratios available right now. In each guide, you’ll find: - clear, beginner-friendly explanations; - detailed comparisons based on your budget (entry-level, mid-range, high-end); - concrete product recommendations in stock and at the best price thanks to our integrated price comparison tool.
Comparison of AIO: which watercooling to choose for your PC in 2026?
Between marketing promises, contradictory watercooling tests and dozens of models on the shelf, a clear AIO comparison has become essential. Prices checked in August 2026: we compare the most popular AIO coolers, explain how to pick one, and help you find the best watercooling for your usage, budget and processor.
RX 7000 in clearance vs RTX 5090 at €4,299: the only good GPU deal of summer 2026
The Radeon RX 7000 are being liquidated while the RTX 5090 exceeds €4,200. We have identified the actual prices and sorted out what is really worth it.
Wireless Gaming Mouse: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best in 2026
Are you tired of your USB cable dragging on the desk? Feeling a slight resistance when you need to clutch your 1v1 on Valorant or CS2? It might be time to switch to a wireless gaming mouse. And no, don't worry, we're not talking about old office mice with 2 seconds of latency. Today, the best wireless gaming mice have become a standard for many players, even in competitions. They combine performance, comfort, autonomy, and style, all while freeing your setup from any wires. And believe me, once you try it, it's hard to go back.
Best website to build your gaming PC: our top 3 in 2026
You want to build your own gaming PC but you're lost among the components, compatibilities, and prices that change every two minutes? Don't panic. We have prepared a comparison of the best sites for building your gaming PC, with their strengths, limitations, and who they are really useful for. Do you want guidance, up-to-date prices, and configurations that work? Follow the guide.
Gears of War: E-Day - RTX 5090 struggles in 4K, here is the PC config you need
26 FPS in 4K Ludicrous on RTX 5090. The first benchmarks of the Gears E-Day beta are here, and it's impressive. We explain what configuration you really need in 2026.
Best Gaming Keyboard 2026: The Complete Guide to Choosing Wisely
Are you looking for the best gaming keyboard for 2026? Do you want a keyboard that offers responsiveness, comfort, and a killer style? Don't worry, you're in the right place. We've put together a comprehensive guide here that explains everything, from A to Z, to help you choose the right gaming keyboard. Whether you're in tryhard mode on CS2, chilling on an MMO, or just want to show off with a stylish RGB, we've got what you need. And of course, if you want to see directly which keyboards are in stock at the best price, we recommend you scroll down in the article: you'll find a dynamic module with all the gaming keyboards in stock, which you can filter by brand, RGB, wireless, size, etc. It's powered by DropReference, so it's always up to date.
Best Gaming SSD: which one to choose for your PC or PS5 in 2026?
Looking for the best gaming SSD for your PC or PS5 in 2026? NAND prices have climbed back up, PCIe 5.0 is now the default on new motherboards, and the reference models have shifted. Between Samsung, WD, and Crucial, here are the three SSDs worth considering right now.
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💸 Cheap PC case: Top gamer models at low prices in 2026
Do you want to set up a clean setup without blowing your budget? You're in the right place. Because yes, finding a cheap PC case is possible. And even better: today you have models for less than $60 that are well made, stylish, compatible with gaming setups, and sometimes even RGB. In this article, we will find you the gems of the market for an affordable gaming PC case, present our favorite for 2026, and help you understand what you can really expect from a low-cost case. We will also guide you towards the right formats (ATX vs Micro ATX) and direct you to more comprehensive guides if you want to delve deeper into the subject.
A single DDR5 stick outperforms dual-channel DDR4: benchmarks in 2026
A DDR5-6000 stick in single channel on AM5 outperforms dual DDR4-3200. And on X3D, the loss is a maximum of 3%. We have the numbers.
DDR4 vs DDR5 for gaming in 2026: are you really losing performance?
A DDR5 32GB kit costs 620 euros, an equivalent DDR4 costs 80 euros. Does DDR5 really change your FPS in games, or is it a waste? Benchmarks, figures, and verdict.
Building a gaming PC during the RAM and GPU crisis: should you buy now or wait until 2027?
DDR5 RAM has doubled in price, no new GPU in 2026... We show you 3 realistic configurations and smart trade-offs to build your PC despite the crisis.
The top 10 mobile games of summer 2026 on Android and iOS
What games to install on your phone this summer? Our selection of the 10 best mobile games of 2026 - from strong gacha to addictive roguelike, including the fresh releases of June.