In Pictures: MSI's Master Overclocking Arena 2013 Finals

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MSI held its Master Overclocking Arena Finals event in Taiwan, and the Tom's Hardware community was there to catch all the action. Follow along as we introduce some of the world's best overclockers and follow their efforts to break some records.

Graphics Cards, Too

MSI's newest graphics cards feature the same color scheme as the company's Z87 Mpower Max motherboard.

A Color-Coordinated Combination

Both components are running in a color-matched configuration.

This Time, Black And Red

These components match as well; this time they're in black and red.

An Open Test Bench For Testing

This open test bench is a true tweaker's setup. The SSD sitting loose reminds us of our own lab.

Ready To Compete?

This thermos is so cold that it's already covered in frozen condensation!

First, A Thank-You Is In Order

Presenting the co-sponsors with plaques for their support.

Is Anyone Looking?

Anyone for some free hardware? Quick, while nobody's looking!

The Master Judge, der8auer

The master judge, der8auer, speaks.

Dropping The Rules

The rules are made clear before the competition starts to avoid confusion later on.

First, We Protect Against Condensation

And so begins the complex art of extreme overclocking.