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"I need a new PC!" 2010 Edition

Sealda said:
So i was thinking of this:

Graphics: Gainward GeForce GTX 460 1GB PhysX CUDA
Harddrive: Western Digital Caviar® GreenPower™ 1TB
Mainboard: ASUS P7P55D-E LX, Socket-1156
Processor: Intel Core™ i7 Quad Processor i7-950 (Quad Core, 3,06Ghz, Socket 1366, 8MB, 130W)

Burner: Samsung DVD
Memory: Kingston DDR3 HyperX T1 2000MHz 6GB
PSU: Cooler Master Silent Pro M500 500W PSU

Lian Li ATX tower


What about this one? How good is this rig? Is there anything in here that does not really matches the overall feeling of the rig? Is the Processor too powerful or the Memory a bit too expensive?

Does it add up ?

Where will this rig take me?
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You've chosen a media drive for your primary HDD, its not suitable.

Are games a primary use? Just your build is very lopsided if it is, at least get a 6850 or, ideally, switch to an i5-760 and use the savings to get an SSD and/or a high end GPU.
 
Sealda said:
So i was thinking of this:
Where will this rig take me?
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CPU/mobo/RAM not compatible.

Fill this out first.

1)Basic Desktop Questions
Budget: Price Range + Country
Main Use: Light Gaming, Gaming, Video editing, 3D work, general usage (Word, Web, 1080p playback)
Monitor Resolution: What resolution will you be looking to play your games at? Are you going to upgrade later?
List SPECIFIC games that you MUST be able to play: Self Explanatory
 
brain_stew said:
You've chosen a media drive for your primary HDD, its not suitable.

Are games a primary use? Just your build is very lopsided if it is, at least get a 6850 or, ideally, switch to an i5-760 and use the savings to get an SSD and/or a high end GPU.
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Gaming is primary.
Thank you.


Intel Core i5 760 (2.8GHz) CPU/8M [Socket 1156] BOX 盒裝 [VT]
Sapphire藍寶石 HD6850 w/HDMI PCI-E 1GB DDR5
WD Caviar Black 6402AAEX 640GB SATA3/64MB HDD

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Gaming laptop thread moving kinda slowly so I'll ask here

I'm currently still deciding and looking into laptops and deciding what I want to go with. Current models I've been looking at are the Lenovo y560 or y460, Sager 5135, and HP Envy 14. I had previous negative experience with HP but it's been quite awhile so its possible they've gotten better. I don't know much about Lenovo, and I've read about a few issues regarding heat & noise in the Sager (though heat is probably going to be an issue gaming on any laptop).

I'm also considering getting a refurb'd MBP or a new 11 or 13" MBA, but it's still up in the air as I do more research.

Anyone have any advice/input/places to look/new models/brands to look at? Thanks :D
 
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)Basic Desktop Questions
Budget: Price Range + Country
Main Use: Light Gaming, Gaming, Video editing, 3D work, general usage (Word, Web, 1080p playback)
Monitor Resolution: What resolution will you be looking to play your games at? Are you going to upgrade later?
List SPECIFIC games that you MUST be able to play: Self Explanatory
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Stationed in Sweden with a price range around 10 000 SEK which is right now 1 494.41 U.S. dollars

Will be able to buy from Hong Kong where 10 000 SEK is 11 583.3165 Hong Kong dollars

The prices in Hong Kong seems to be 1/3 cheaper than in Sweden. Judging from this website http://www.jumbo-computer.com/pricelist.asp

This might be too much but i would love to know that my computer handles the PS2 emulator on medium settings. I need to be able to play Starcraft 2 and World Of Warcraft on highest settings. I need to be able to play Black Ops on high setting and i need it to be at-least 60 FPS rock solid.

I have a 24 inch Samsung with res. 1920 x 1080
Medium Gaming? No work done on the computer beside word etc.
 
Could someone give me some advice on how I should approach upgrading my existing rig?

I have a gaming pc with the following bits:
Intel E8400 3.0Ghz
Asus P5K-E Wifi
8GB DDR2 RAM
2x 500GB HDDs (1x WD Blue for System files, 1x500GB Seagate for Steam)
Pioneer DVD Writer
XFX Geforce 8800GTS G92 (512MB)
Windows 7 64

I'm thinking of selling my existing rig minus the HDDs and Optical drive and building a replacement machine.

My primary motivation for upgrading is speed (games like Just Cause 2 seem to chug a bit) - and the graphics card currently covers up ~4 of the SATA ports meaning I can only attach 3 sata devices to this PC. I'd also like a PC that could be a reasonable Hackintosh if I get bored one day.

I've looked at a couple of i5 builds and AMD 6 core builds - I have no idea what a good motherboard is for either architecture.

I'm leaning towards Nvidia for the video card as I like their drivers and Linux support is much better (again for when I'm bored).
 
brain_stew said:
How many times do I have to tell people not to post tech news in here. :/

This is a help thread, I created a tech. news/discussion thread because posts like these were getting in the way, please use it:



http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=389012&page=7
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Honestly, I don't see what the issue is.

A number of posters have provided links and/or comments regarding upcoming tech in every iteration of this thread. None of those posts have sidetracked the thread in any way, causing things to veer off for several posts/pages at a time. There also isn't a problem with such posts cluttering the page a great deal or making this a convoluted thread.

As any of us dispense advice, it's only natural for some degree of tech discussion to come into play. Avoiding it entirely is not only impossible, it would be odd as things dovetail.

There are still people coming in here who are under the impression that they can future-proof themselves when brand new tech is just around the corner. Instead of answering multiple questions on the same subject, a simple mention or link can inform them, while reducing the repetition of general questions. With that, there would be less clutter and a greater opportunity for people who have specific questions to get the assistance they're looking for.
 
Sealda said:
Stationed in Sweden with a price range around 10 000 SEK which is right now 1 494.41 U.S. dollars

Will be able to buy from Hong Kong where 10 000 SEK is 11 583.3165 Hong Kong dollars

The prices in Hong Kong seems to be 1/3 cheaper than in Sweden. Judging from this website http://www.jumbo-computer.com/pricelist.asp

This might be too much but i would love to know that my computer handles the PS2 emulator on medium settings. I need to be able to play Starcraft 2 and World Of Warcraft on highest settings. I need to be able to play Black Ops on high setting and i need it to be at-least 60 FPS rock solid.

I have a 24 inch Samsung with res. 1920 x 1080
Medium Gaming? No work done on the computer beside word etc.
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Then forget about getting an i7 950. i5-760 is the most expensive CPU you should be getting. Its fine for PCSX2.

6850 as the bare minimum for the video card. I'd suggest waiting to see what the GTX 580 or 6970 bring. They're releasing very shortly.

I'd consider adding an SSD. Something like a Corsair C300 128GB, though its not a priority.
 
·feist· said:
Honestly, I don't see what the issue is.

A number of posters have provided links and/or comments regarding upcoming tech in every iteration of this thread. None of those posts have sidetracked the thread in any way, causing things to veer off for several posts/pages at a time. There also isn't a problem with such posts cluttering the page a great deal or making this a convoluted thread.

As any of us dispense advice, it's only natural for some degree of tech discussion to come into play. Avoiding it entirely is not only impossible, it would be odd as things dovetail.

There are still people coming in here who are under the impression that they can future-proof themselves when brand new tech is just around the corner. Instead of answering multiple questions on the same subject, a simple mention or link can inform them, while reducing the repetition of general questions. With that, there would be less clutter and a greater opportunity for people who have specific questions to get the assistance they're looking for.
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There's little influence I can have on it, if you want to continue to make them posts then you can, but I'm not going to encourage it.

The problem before is that people's posts were getting lost in the middle of it and the thread was becoming too intimidating for complete novices, which is what the thread is aimed at. This isn't the place for people like me and you to take over and geek out. Its primary purpose has always been as a help thread.

There were several complaints about this before and it was becoming a real issue, that's why I created the other thread. So long as you don't encourage actual discussion on the subject here then there wouldn't be an issue but it inevitably happens, and that's why its a problem.
 
Anyone have a recommendation on good quality 120mm and 80mm case fans? I'm in the process of upgrading to a AMD 945 3ghz Quad, just updated MB bio last night, always nerve racking, and figured I'd replace all my fans while doing so since I've had them for some time.

I'm looking for low noise, no whine and good airflow. Last ones I purchased were 80mm Vantec Stealth fans and they lasted maybe 2 months before they started getting a warped sound, even after cleaning. Sound is very important, I've run into lots of fans that give off that stupid whine.
 
brain_stew said:
You've chosen a media drive for your primary HDD, its not suitable.

Are games a primary use? Just your build is very lopsided if it is, at least get a 6850 or, ideally, switch to an i5-760 and use the savings to get an SSD and/or a high end GPU.
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GTX 460 1GB and 6850, are pretty equal in terms of performance. I'd probably stay NVidia for stability with old games and CUDA support. I'd only really recommend the 6850 in Canada, where it's significantly cheaper than the GTX 460 1GB.

I agree on dropping down the CPU though.

Carm said:
Anyone have a recommendation on good quality 120mm and 80mm case fans? I'm in the process of upgrading to a AMD 945 3ghz Quad, just updated MB bio last night, always nerve racking, and figured I'd replace all my fans while doing so since I've had them for some time.

I'm looking for low noise, no whine and good airflow. Last ones I purchased were 80mm Vantec Stealth fans and they lasted maybe 2 months before they started getting a warped sound, even after cleaning. Sound is very important, I've run into lots of fans that give off that stupid whine.
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Scythe S-Flex come highly recommended...though I haven't tried them myself. Also, you want to make sure you get the right fan for the job. If the fans are going to be vertical (as in, pushing air up or down), then you want to make sure you have ball-bearing fans as opposed to sleeve fans.

If you want to avoid whine, most of the time, you're just going to have to run the fans slower. A lot of fans I've seen like to whine at around 1200-1300RPM.
 
Sealda said:
Gaming is primary.
Thank you.


Intel Core i5 760 (2.8GHz) CPU/8M [Socket 1156] BOX 盒裝 [VT]
Sapphire藍寶石 HD6850 w/HDMI PCI-E 1GB DDR5
WD Caviar Black 6402AAEX 640GB SATA3/64MB HDD
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You'll want a 1TB drive. Tiny bit more in cost, but faster and a lot more storage.

This is dated, but the parts are still valid.
http://i.imgur.com/A55hA.jpg

If you can't get G.Skill RAM get Corsair.
If you can't get a Corsair PSU, a solid Seasonic is also good.
Case is up to you.
Carm said:
Anyone have a recommendation on good quality 120mm and 80mm case fans? I'm in the process of upgrading to a AMD 945 3ghz Quad, just updated MB bio last night, always nerve racking, and figured I'd replace all my fans while doing so since I've had them for some time.

I'm looking for low noise, no whine and good airflow. Last ones I purchased were 80mm Vantec Stealth fans and they lasted maybe 2 months before they started getting a warped sound, even after cleaning. Sound is very important, I've run into lots of fans that give off that stupid whine.
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Low speed Scythe fans and Noctua fans.
You can check spcr.com for more info on fans.
 
This then

Intel Core™ i5 Quad Processor i5-760
Gainward GeForce GTX 460 1GB PhysX CUDA
Samsung SpinPoint F3 1TB
Corsair Dominator DHX+ DDR3 1600MHz 6GB
ASUS P7P55D-E LX, Socket-1156
Corsair TX 650W PSU

How is the Lian Lis cases with built in cooling? Can i go with whatever case from the that is ATX and built in cooling?

What more do i need now?
 
Sealda said:
This then

Intel Core™ i5 Quad Processor i5-760
Gainward GeForce GTX 460 1GB PhysX CUDA
Samsung SpinPoint F3 1TB
Corsair Dominator DHX+ DDR3 1600MHz 6GB
ASUS P7P55D-E LX, Socket-1156
Corsair TX 650W PSU

How is the Lian Lis cases with built in cooling? Can i go with whatever case from the that is ATX and built in cooling?

What more do i need now?
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1156 boards are dual channel so you'd be looking at 4GB (2x2GB).
Depending on pricing there the 6850 might be a better buy (its a tad faster than a 1GB 460 in most cases).
Lian-Li cases usually come with 3 120mm fans so you should be ok.
Buying an aftermarket cooler (see bottom of the list) is a good idea as well. Scythe probably has a bigger market share in Asia so that might be easier to find. Just make sure it works with 1156 socket.
 
brain_stew said:
There's little influence I can have on it, if you want to continue to make them posts then you can, but I'm not going to encourage it.
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Uh, okay? The above comes off a bit curious.

brain_stew said:
The problem before is that people's posts were getting lost in the middle of it and the thread was becoming too intimidating for complete novices, which is what the thread is aimed at. This isn't the place for people like me and you to take over and geek out. Its primary purpose has always been as a help thread.
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Agreed.

brain_stew said:
There were several complaints about this before and it was becoming a real issue, that's why I created the other thread. So long as you don't encourage actual discussion on the subject here then there wouldn't be an issue but it inevitably happens, and that's why its a problem.
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Again, I can't say I recall there being a big problem, but that's certainly fair. I have to say, this is one of a handful of threads on the entire forum that I view with any type of regularity, so that probably comes into play as well.
 
Carm said:
Anyone have a recommendation on good quality 120mm and 80mm case fans? I'm in the process of upgrading to a AMD 945 3ghz Quad, just updated MB bio last night, always nerve racking, and figured I'd replace all my fans while doing so since I've had them for some time.

I'm looking for low noise, no whine and good airflow. Last ones I purchased were 80mm Vantec Stealth fans and they lasted maybe 2 months before they started getting a warped sound, even after cleaning. Sound is very important, I've run into lots of fans that give off that stupid whine.
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Like what was said above, S-Flex fans are a good option. Newegg has batch discounts on a few models:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...=0&Order=BESTMATCH&Description=s-flex&x=0&y=0

If you live near a Microcenter, they often have Cooler Master R4s on sale for $5-6. They tend to spin around 2,000rpm so that may or may not be faster than you'd like.

Yate Loons are another great option that you may have even used under a re-branded name. Most major retailers carry them, but Petra's tend to be the best. They regularly have quieter versions of the same exact models that everyone else sells. Not every agrees, but years of testing backs that up.

80mm
http://www.petrastechshop.com/80x25mmfans.html
http://www.petrastechshop.com/80x38mmfans.html

120mm
http://www.petrastechshop.com/120x25mmfans.html
http://www.petrastechshop.com/120x38mmfans.html

You can also look at Nexus' Silent 120mm fans. They're cherry-picked YLs so they cost a bit more. On the pricier end of the spectrum, you have options like Noctua, Thermalright, Noise Blocker, Silverstone and so on.

For 80mm, Scythe and Panaflo/NMB are good. Depending on your budget you may be interested in some Sanyo Denki models.
 
TheExodu5 said:
I want to build a new PC when Intel has reasonably priced ($300) octocore CPUs.
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That will be nice. Other than adding one of intels upcoming SSD's to my rig I dont plan on any upgrades until Intel's Haswell chips roll out in 2013 :lol I expect, by that time, the Haswells will be a on a new chipset and PCIE 3.0 will be standard on boards. I jumped into 1366 late, I'm not going to repeat that mistake next build. Ill get in early and be able to do a chip upgrade on the same mobo next time.

But that's still two freaking years away so meh.

Edit: Fucking Microcenter just slashed 100$ off of the Corsair 700D cases. With the rebate they are $139.00. What in the fucking shit, I paid 139 for my storm sniper AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Ahahah....and the Windowed side for the 700D is also on sale.....for 1 cent. ONE CENT! FUCK!
 
with all the lights and fans I had to upgrade the PSU from a 600watt to a Corsair AX 850. and just yesterday I upgraded my 32" CCFL backlit monitor to a 32" edge-lit LED model:

computer01.jpg


BTW, I know it seems distracting for gaming, but you have to realize that when I'm sitting in the chair all I see is this:

computer03.jpg


I'm waiting for the 8 core Sandy Bridge to upgrade. and I might bite on a GTX 560 :D
 
So my intel dual core is finally showing its age and bottlenecking my nvidia 260. It is time for an upgrade, however my motherboard is 775 socket and I don't know a dang thing about upgrading cpu's and motherboards. I know I'll need a new motherboard too so I'm looking for some suggestions on a cheap "bang for my buck" combo. For reference this is my case - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129021

My price range is 350'ish and lower. Any help would be much appreciated.
 
Tendo said:
So my intel dual core is finally showing its age and bottlenecking my nvidia 260. It is time for an upgrade, however my motherboard is 775 socket and I don't know a dang thing about upgrading cpu's and motherboards. I know I'll need a new motherboard too so I'm looking for some suggestions on a cheap "bang for my buck" combo. For reference this is my case - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129021

My price range is 350'ish and lower. Any help would be much appreciated.
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I'd just stick to 775 and upgrade to a Core 2 Duad for now and save the money for a complete build later down the line. Do you have a Microcenter near you? This should be right up your alley.

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Edit: This is in store price. Online it's $120.
 
Newegg has a really good deal on 4GB of gskill memory. I already have 4 (DDR3), and I'm wondering if it will make a difference in my experience. I seem to never use all of my memory, even when I'm running 10 things at once.

Athlon II X4 640
Msi 870 G45
Radeon 5770
 
The Big Rig said:
I already have 4, and I'm wondering if it will make a difference in my experience.
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The Big Rig said:
I seem to never use all of my memory, even when I'm running 10 things at once.
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You essentially answered your own question. Either keep the money in your pocket or consider using it towards an SSD if you don't currently have one.
 
Mikhal said:
I'd just stick to 775 and upgrade to a Core 2 Duad for now and save the money for a complete build later down the line. Do you have a Microcenter near you? This should be right up your alley.

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Edit: This is in store price. Online it's $120.
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None nearby :( I'm still fairly new to system building, but why do a complete build in the future? The only part I feel is lacking is my processor, other than that most of my parts are less than a year old. I upgraded the graphics card last May and got a new hard drive in February. Wouldn't I just need a new processor/ mobo?
 
·feist· said:
You essentially answered your own question. Either keep the money in your pocket or consider using it towards an SSD if you don't currently have one.
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I'm confused as to what I could do with an SSD. Should I just put the OS on it?
 
Guys thanks for your suggestions. After many modifications and changes, I think I have settled on my first PC build! But I need a bit more of your help, to build my ideal PC.(First time building, and getting away from Mac).
Purpose: Video Editing, Gaming, Downloading, all-around workstation 24/7, connected to TV in living room, dabbling as HTPC(I know it's not ideal, but I can't afford a small HTPC right now), music(Itunes), movies, heavy and large media files.

- I am not OC'ing anything. Running stock. Just the way I like it.
- I rely on Air cooling. Water/Liquid cooling makes me paranoid. I'm a pussy.


The Spec:




What I don't know about yet:

- Motherboard: I have searched up and down on Newegg and checked reviews, but from the looks of it, Mobo is the item in a computer that seems most complicated. Most of the boards I have seen are either ultra simple Mini-ATX boards, or just high performance overclocking crazy boards. I was looking at the Rampage III, but I dont understand half of that stuff.
I just need a standard ATX board in good quality, that is reliable and can house 2 big Nvidia GPUs(in SLI) and a sound card(PCI slot).

6 GB Sata, and USB 3 would be nice too! I guess I am limited 1366 Boards with my CPU! I understand they cost more, but so be it. I would like a newbie friendly one. I don't even know how/were to put in all the pins to LED, Reset and power.
But I would like one that is just solid, fast, but without being designed for the 1337 OC gamer!!!111111

- Ram: I find, finding Ram difficult as I dont know which Mobo to get, but I am hearing that its best now to get 6GB in Tri. So a Mobo with 3 Ram slots would be fine, but if it had 6, I could double up later to 12 GB ram and directly skip 8! And at what speed? If you have 2000 MHz ram do they need one of those crazy Ram coolers?





Lastly; What do you guys think? Could I put this together? I've been told that SLI is not as scary and difficult as it used to be! I am worried though. What's the Bridge thing? It looks like a little label of plastic you put between each card, to make a little spagetti bridge?
Also the CPU - Does it come with thermal paste for first use? Can I just put the cpu cooler on, without also buying grease and all that?

Also do you think the R3, since it's a midi tower, can cool all these components efficently? It comes with 2 coolers(review here: http://www.bit-tech.net/hardware/cases/2010/10/29/fractal-design-define-r3-review/1 ) and I am adding 5 more! It should be okay, shouldnt it? I mean, if I 6 intake coolers, with one rear as exhaust, it should be okay, since I am on Stock, right?


I really need your help guys on this one before I dive in, along with buying the Dell u2711... I estimate it will be around 4000 USD with the monitor! European, and Scandinavian prices are crazy compared to US. I am getting quite the deal on a lot of these components, like the 470's and the 950 i7!
 
Tendo said:
None nearby :( I'm still fairly new to system building, but why do a complete build in the future? The only part I feel is lacking is my processor, other than that most of my parts are less than a year old. I upgraded the graphics card last May and got a new hard drive in February. Wouldn't I just need a new processor/ mobo?
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Look around and see if you can find a used C2Q from a reputable source. The Q6600 is always a good choice, but you may also find some Q8xxx Q9xxx chips for good prices. Keep in mind, though, that some models clock better than others.


The Big Rig said:
I'm confused as to what I could do with an SSD. Should I just put the OS on it?
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Right now the best option for most users is to install just the OS and other applications on a moderately-sized SSD. A 64-80GB unit can be had for relatively low prices and depending on how much space you have left, you can also install a few games on there as well. The $100 or so that you'd be spending on extra ram would net you considerably better performance by opting for an SSD instead.
 
TheExodu5 said:
Don't go dual 470s now that the GTX 580 is coming out.
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Do you really think so?

From what I could understand on TomsHardware about 580, and their benchies, is that 580 looks like a slightly better 480. And if it's priced at around 500 USD... I mean - I know SLI scaling quality still differs, but Dual 470s will be cheaper ever since Radeon HD 6870/6850 came out.

I can get dual 470s for a bit over 300 USD. Do you really think its worth it, to just go for a single GPU like 580?
Do you know when it will launch?
 
I bought a i5-760, 460 1gb and so on for a couple of months ago following advice in this thread and I couldn't be happier. I am however going to celebrate New Years Eve and spend 3 weeks in Miami and I was thinking about buying a cellphone or upgrading something on the computer since it's cheaper in USA than in Sweden.

It feels like if I want to get something for my PC then the biggest difference would be made by an SSD. Sure it doesn't seem to help much in 3D work, CAD or games but it seems that it would make the general use of the PC much faster.

Right now I have 130 allocated to my Windows partition with around 67gb free right now so a 120gb SSD would be enough and am I correct to assume that the Intel X25-M G2, Corsair Force F120 and the OCZ Vertex 2 E Series are the best? What's the best place to get them? Since I'm staying at a friend's I guess I could order them online and get it shipped while I'm there.
 
Tendo said:
None nearby :( I'm still fairly new to system building, but why do a complete build in the future? The only part I feel is lacking is my processor, other than that most of my parts are less than a year old. I upgraded the graphics card last May and got a new hard drive in February. Wouldn't I just need a new processor/ mobo?
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The main reason why I recommended just sticking to 775 was the fact that you'd also have to buy new RAM unless you went with an older AM2+ setup or already have DDR3 RAM in your current setup. Plus, it'll cost less since you only need to upgrade one component and it should give you a nice enough boost and wouldn't bottleneck your video card either. By the time you're not fine with the performance of both the CPU and GPU, you'll most likely go for a new build at that point since you'll have no good upgrade path with 775.

Since you don't have Microcenter around ya, try to do what was suggested by feist and find a used C2Q from a reputable source.

If you must upgrade everything something like this will fit the bill:
1055T Hexacore CPU + Mobo combo
4GB G.SKILL DDR3 1600 RAM

Use coupon code EMCZZYX22 for $10 off the memory.
 
Haven't put a system together since 2007. I got these parts and they should all at my place by the end of the week.

Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

EVGA 012-P3-1470-AR GeForce GTX 470 (Fermi) 1280MB 320-bit

CORSAIR DOMINATOR-GT 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 2000 (PC3 16000) Desktop Memory Model CMT6GX3M3A2000C8

CORSAIR CMPSU-850TX 850W ATX12V 2.2 / EPS12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Active PFC Power Supply

ASUS Rampage III Formula LGA 1366 Intel X58 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard

Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit

SAMSUNG Black Blu-ray Drive SATA Model SH-B123L LightScribe Support

Crucial RealSSD C300 CTFDDAC128MAG-1G1 2.5" 128GB SATA III MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)

2 Seagate Barracuda XT ST32000641AS 2TB 7200 RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive

Intel Core i7-950 Bloomfield 3.06GHz LGA 1366 130W Quad-Core Processor
 
Mikhal said:
The main reason why I recommended just sticking to 775 was the fact that you'd also have to buy new RAM unless you went with an older AM2+ setup or already have DDR3 RAM in your current setup. Plus, it'll cost less since you only need to upgrade one component and it should give you a nice enough boost and wouldn't bottleneck your video card either. By the time you're not fine with the performance of both the CPU and GPU, you'll most likely go for a new build at that point since you'll have no good upgrade path with 775.

Since you don't have Microcenter around ya, try to do what was suggested by feist and find a used C2Q from a reputable source.

If you must upgrade everything something like this will fit the bill:
1055T Hexacore CPU + Mobo combo
4GB G.SKILL DDR3 1600 RAM

Use coupon code EMCZZYX22 for $10 off the memory.
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Would I see a big performance gain going from the dual to quad? Really only seeing major issues in GTA4 and Crysis at high settings. I never turn AA on but I still take an FPS hit in those two. Realistically the only fault I See is my dual core. I have 6 gigs of ram and a 260, so not sure what to improve on.
 
Vigilant Walrus said:
Do you really think so?

From what I could understand on TomsHardware about 580, and their benchies, is that 580 looks like a slightly better 480. And if it's priced at around 500 USD... I mean - I know SLI scaling quality still differs, but Dual 470s will be cheaper ever since Radeon HD 6870/6850 came out.

I can get dual 470s for a bit over 300 USD. Do you really think its worth it, to just go for a single GPU like 580?
Do you know when it will launch?
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If you can get dual GTX 470 for $300, them by all means go for it. Current NewEgg prices would make dual GTX 470 about $500.
 
Wow, I finally dug out these displayport cables I bought ages and hooked my gaming PC up to my 27" iMac running in target display mode and it looks FUCKING GORGEOUS! Can't wait to play some games at 2560x1440 rez on this beautiful display!
 
Wow at that q8300. I've been keeping my eye on used q6600's, but that price is too hard to beat. So it just has smaller cache right than the 6600, better stock clock speeds but less overclock potential if I remember correctly. The prices on used q6600's are still ridiculous. Unfortunately the closest microcenter is like 55 minutes away, but might be worth the trip.

Now am trying to decide whether to upgrade or not. Could go from e8400/4850 to q8300/6850 for ~$300. Worth it? My goal would be to get another 2-3 years of 1080p/medium settings/30fps gaming. Not sure if it'll be enough though.
 
MrBelmontvedere said:
with all the lights and fans I had to upgrade the PSU from a 600watt to a Corsair AX 850. and just yesterday I upgraded my 32" CCFL backlit monitor to a 32" edge-lit LED model:

computer01.jpg


BTW, I know it seems distracting for gaming, but you have to realize that when I'm sitting in the chair all I see is this:

computer03.jpg


I'm waiting for the 8 core Sandy Bridge to upgrade. and I might bite on a GTX 560 :D
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Gah you're taunting me with that 800D. How you liking the case? You getting adequate airflow?
 
MrBelmontvedere said:
with all the lights and fans I had to upgrade the PSU from a 600watt to a Corsair AX 850. and just yesterday I upgraded my 32" CCFL backlit monitor to a 32" edge-lit LED model:

computer01.jpg


BTW, I know it seems distracting for gaming, but you have to realize that when I'm sitting in the chair all I see is this:

computer03.jpg


I'm waiting for the 8 core Sandy Bridge to upgrade. and I might bite on a GTX 560 :D
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What keyboard and speakers are those?
 
How do you guys think about this setup


GPU: Sapphire藍寶石 HD6850 w/HDMI PCI-E 1GB DDR5

CPU: AMD PHENOM II X6 HDT55TFBGRBOX 1055T CPU [AM3] BOX 盒裝

PSU: CORSAIR GS600W CMPSU-600GSUK 600W 80Plus 火牛

Mainboard: ASUS M4A89GTD PRO/USB3 AMD 890GX,DDR3,USB3.0,SATA3 6Gb/s M/B

OPTICAL DRIVER: Sony Optiarc DVD±RW burner AD-7240S

HDD: Samsung SpinPoint F3 1TB

Memory: ????? G.Skill Flare but if i cant find them?


(I owe this rig tip to Ryoma Echizen)
 
Sealda said:
How do you guys think about this setup


GPU: Sapphire藍寶石 HD6850 w/HDMI PCI-E 1GB DDR5

CPU: AMD PHENOM II X6 HDT55TFBGRBOX 1055T CPU [AM3] BOX 盒裝

PSU: CORSAIR GS600W CMPSU-600GSUK 600W 80Plus 火牛

Mainboard: ASUS M4A89GTD PRO/USB3 AMD 890GX,DDR3,USB3.0,SATA3 6Gb/s M/B

OPTICAL DRIVER: Sony Optiarc DVD±RW burner AD-7240S

HDD: Samsung SpinPoint F3 1TB

Memory: ????? G.Skill Flare but if i cant find them?


(I owe this rig tip to Ryoma Echizen)
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It's a good setup, but for emulation, StarCraft II, and WoW you want an i5. It's just better in everything for that.
 
TheExodu5 said:
Gah you're taunting me with that 800D. How you liking the case? You getting adequate airflow?
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the case comes with some low speed silent fans, cooling performance isn't too good until you replace those. since then it's been great though :D
 
Hazaro said:
It's a good setup, but for emulation, StarCraft II, and WoW you want an i5. It's just better in everything for that.
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What is that setup with the AMD good for then?:O

Would that set max out Arma II?
 
MrBelmontvedere said:
the case comes with some low speed silent fans, cooling performance isn't too good until you replace those. since then it's been great though :D
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Any chance you could post a shot of the inside? I've been looking at water for the last few months and always like seeing how people have their cases setup.
 
Vigilant Walrus said:
ok! Thanks mate!
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In general I would advise against creating a fresh build with a multi GPU. SLI/CF is great when you want to get a couple more solid years out of your rig by putting a 2nd card in, but starting with 2 cards rather than a single more expensive one you get limitations of running multi-GPU without the benefit of having that door open to you down the road. (Unless you're willing to go 3x or 4x GPU but really that is going to give your less and less return on investment.)

(Dual GTX 470's for 300$ is still a hell of a steal)
 
Sealda said:
What is that setup with the AMD good for then?:O

Would that set max out Arma II?
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Low-mid price point.

A select few applications which use 6 cores properly.
I was on board with the x4 955 as a primary platform to use (I was swayed), but then AM3 won't work AM3+ throwing its only advantage in the mid/high end away so you just go with Intel.
That's far from saying that the x4 and x6's are bad. But, for what you are looking at the i5 does everything better.

As for Arma II, a beefy CPU and a beefier GPU. That games eats all the power you throw at it.
 
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