Perhaps the BIOS automatically switches the (graphics)-RAM allocation from dynamic to a fixed amount once a certain threshold of system RAM is reached or it is done in a percentage of total RAM.
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Perhaps the BIOS automatically switches the (graphics)-RAM allocation from dynamic to a fixed amount once a certain threshold of system RAM is reached or it is done in a percentage of total RAM.
Ah X470, yes your CPU won't have a built-in GPU so the slot won't work. Glad you got it sorted anyway.
I have a bit of a problem with my ROG Strix 1080Ti. I have it overclocked at the moment, +75 on the core and about +350 on the memory. I tried overclocking it a bit higher on the core (at about +90), but for some reason it drops the GPU usage to 75%, then 50% (this in turn drops FPS, naturally) and won't recover unless I restart the computer. The first thing I looked at was thermals, it hovered at around 65-70C, which to me seem fine on a air cooled card. What could be causing this behavior, is the card toast or what's up :/
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1080TI strix
i5-8600K @ 4.7Ghz (1.31V)
16Gb @ 3000Mhz
650W Seasonic gold PSU
Rig:
1080TI strix
i5-8600K @ 4.7Ghz (1.31V)
16Gb @ 3000Mhz
650W Seasonic gold PSU
New set up! Recently moved into a new flat and naturally that was a good opportunity for a new desk.
PS4 controller for scale.
MSI Ventus (Non-OC version) RTX 2080 modified with a Kraken G12 and Corsair H55 installed in the rear fan slot (just fits) exhausting air through the rad and out the case. I replaced the G12's fan with a Noctua 92mm fan and its great. Quiet and powerful. Thankfully the Ventus is one of the few models that can have a G12 installed without having to remove the back plate. Even the OC Ventus needs it removed!
Ryzen 3700X cooled with a NZXT Kraken X62 with 2 Noctua 140mm fans in the front pulling air in the case and through the rad.
Also installed an NZXT USB Hub (which required a molex cable... seriously NZXT??) because my ROG B450-I only has 1 USB header and I required two! (One for the X62 and another for the H200i's smart fan hub)
Top fan is also an exhaust, totalling 2 intake and 2 exhaust fans in all.
Believe it or not I actually have a 2TB HDD installed in the bottom of the case between the PSU and the X62 rad... Trust me its a miracle that thing fit in there. Looks relatively clean up front but round the back its a mess. Next purchase will definitely be some SFF PSU cables since I am using a EVGA G2 650w, but damn are cables expensive!
My monitor of use since 2015 went bust, and since it was out of warranty, the repair was wicked expensive.
So the alternative was a new one, and went for the Asus XG27UQ. It's both 4K and 144Hz, which I'm really excited about. I know, only low demanding games will take advantage of both those things for now, but hopefully RTX 3000 can help with that later this year.
So the alternative was a new one, and went for the Asus XG27UQ. It's both 4K and 144Hz, which I'm really excited about. I know, only low demanding games will take advantage of both those things for now, but hopefully RTX 3000 can help with that later this year.
Welp. All my parts are ordered now. Going to convert my existing PC to a NAS once all is said and done.
3700x
NZXT Kraken X62
G skill TridentZ 32gb DDR4 3200
250GB Samsung 970 evo plus
2 TB WD Black
NZXT H510 elite
I've already got my 650W PSU and the 2080 Super.
3700x
NZXT Kraken X62
G skill TridentZ 32gb DDR4 3200
250GB Samsung 970 evo plus
2 TB WD Black
NZXT H510 elite
I've already got my 650W PSU and the 2080 Super.
So I've update my ram, mobo and cpu so far. Looking into graphics next, but pc part picker is saying I have compatibility issues with my power supply. Have a thermal take tr2 430 w psu currently. Can someone explain this issue as I'd still be under the estimated wattage?
Without seeing the compatibility message, if it's this PSU, best guess is the PCI-E power cable. You've got 1x6-pin, while most midrange-and-up GPU's need at least 1x8-pin. You're probably looking at replacing your PSU, or going with a lower-end GPU (depending on your requirements/budget).
Leave it on AMD balanced in the AMD Ryzen Master software, no need to change anything.
I use AMD Ryzen High Performance settings.
I just went a head and took it to a shop just to have them deal with it since I'm working 6 shifts this week and at this point the hassle of trial and error wasn't worth the time. Picking it up in the morning so hopefully whatever it was was a non issue for the shop. And finally my cable management won't be shit.
PG35VQ comes in tomorrow. Can't wait.
Any HDR/highFramerate/ultrawide showcase games to boot up when I install?
Also, what all do I have to do to get Gsync working? Is it pretty "plug and play"?
Build is complete -
NZXT H710 case
9-9900k (going to OC to probably 5.3 or 2)
2070 super zotac super twin
1tb Samsung evo 970 NVme M.2
TridentZ 16gb ram at 3200 MHz (May overclock)
X72 for cooling
LG 27GL850-B monitor
thanks for all the help I got in here over the last week!
opted to skip out on a 2080 super because I'm going to buy the 3080 on release anyway (then possibly the ti variant when it drops a year later)
Just needed a good baseline build around that card and a good card in the meantime until 3xxx is announced
NZXT H710 case
9-9900k (going to OC to probably 5.3 or 2)
2070 super zotac super twin
1tb Samsung evo 970 NVme M.2
TridentZ 16gb ram at 3200 MHz (May overclock)
X72 for cooling
LG 27GL850-B monitor
thanks for all the help I got in here over the last week!
opted to skip out on a 2080 super because I'm going to buy the 3080 on release anyway (then possibly the ti variant when it drops a year later)
Just needed a good baseline build around that card and a good card in the meantime until 3xxx is announced
Sounds like a pretty simple unstable overclock/TDP wall to me. Try dropping it back to stock.
MSI b450 tomahawk max. And if you need wifi and Bluetooth then the B450 gaming pro carbon.
I wish my build had more than 1 tb NVME but omg is that stuff expensive
Nice, glad I'm not the only motherfucker crazy enough to run two AiO's in an ITX build.New set up! Recently moved into a new flat and naturally that was a good opportunity for a new desk.
PS4 controller for scale.
MSI Ventus (Non-OC version) RTX 2080 modified with a Kraken G12 and Corsair H55 installed in the rear fan slot (just fits) exhausting air through the rad and out the case. I replaced the G12's fan with a Noctua 92mm fan and its great. Quiet and powerful. Thankfully the Ventus is one of the few models that can have a G12 installed without having to remove the back plate. Even the OC Ventus needs it removed!
Ryzen 3700X cooled with a NZXT Kraken X62 with 2 Noctua 140mm fans in the front pulling air in the case and through the rad.
Also installed an NZXT USB Hub (which required a molex cable... seriously NZXT??) because my ROG B450-I only has 1 USB header and I required two! (One for the X62 and another for the H200i's smart fan hub)
Top fan is also an exhaust, totalling 2 intake and 2 exhaust fans in all.
Believe it or not I actually have a 2TB HDD installed in the bottom of the case between the PSU and the X62 rad... Trust me its a miracle that thing fit in there. Looks relatively clean up front but round the back its a mess. Next purchase will definitely be some SFF PSU cables since I am using a EVGA G2 650w, but damn are cables expensive!
Going ATX next though. I need more overclocking performance from my CPU.
Yeah, if I don't OC it past +75, everything is fine. So it's not something to worry about, I'd assume? Would hate to have it crap out on me.
Ah thanks!
Yeah, 500gb for a really good read/write NVme is like 90$ on sale lmao
A lot of people are going to be buying new mobos soon with the 3xxx series i'm assuming so maybe the price will drop a little bit
I could get a usb option but it doesn't have the same effect and can result in the same cost
Very nice! That is a cool little minified normal PC case!New set up! Recently moved into a new flat and naturally that was a good opportunity for a new desk.
PS4 controller for scale.
MSI Ventus (Non-OC version) RTX 2080 modified with a Kraken G12 and Corsair H55 installed in the rear fan slot (just fits) exhausting air through the rad and out the case. I replaced the G12's fan with a Noctua 92mm fan and its great. Quiet and powerful. Thankfully the Ventus is one of the few models that can have a G12 installed without having to remove the back plate. Even the OC Ventus needs it removed!
Ryzen 3700X cooled with a NZXT Kraken X62 with 2 Noctua 140mm fans in the front pulling air in the case and through the rad.
Also installed an NZXT USB Hub (which required a molex cable... seriously NZXT??) because my ROG B450-I only has 1 USB header and I required two! (One for the X62 and another for the H200i's smart fan hub)
Top fan is also an exhaust, totalling 2 intake and 2 exhaust fans in all.
Believe it or not I actually have a 2TB HDD installed in the bottom of the case between the PSU and the X62 rad... Trust me its a miracle that thing fit in there. Looks relatively clean up front but round the back its a mess. Next purchase will definitely be some SFF PSU cables since I am using a EVGA G2 650w, but damn are cables expensive!
Yeah, that's probably about as high as you can get on that card, your problem is probably hitting the power limit unless you've raised it. Since you have some thermal headroom you could try raising the power limit and see if that makes the overclock stable.
I should have the power limit maxed in MSI Afterburner. Thanks everyone for your help!
I upgraded from a 6700k to 3950x and for high frame rates at 1440p it's definitely worth it. If I were going for that 60fps life I doubt it would matter as much. The worst case frames are just so much better than they were before. Granted I had upgraded to a 2080ti towards the end of the 6700k's run and that's also bit out of balance with a 6700k. I'd say as a general rule, whenever I upgrade my CPU after 3+ years it's always more noticeable than I think it's going to be.
Now that I bought a SSD, what is the easiest way for me to transfer Windows and all of my other stuff to it?
I really wish more of the Logitech G and Razer KB&M were bluetooth. Looking for a good set that is not dongle/wireless but bluetooth to avoid the shitty interference dongles seem to get. Looking for a quality set but I will be gaming with controller 95% of the time.
Also a RGB nut, so if they include that it would be nice. Anyone have any good suggestions?
Also a RGB nut, so if they include that it would be nice. Anyone have any good suggestions?
hey, when installing a fan, how do i switch the fans from inflow to outflow or vice versa? do i do it through the motherboard or somewhere else?
You physically turn it around. There's usually an arrow on top (or around the frame somewhere) that shows airflow- and/or rotation direction.
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I got these fans but there are no arrow on them, except for how the blades are shaped? no sign nor manual to say direction
The second pic on amazon shows the direction of airflow.
Just bought all the parts for a new PC and it will be here monday...my current PC build has lasted me 8 years. I started on Win 7 and upgraded the OS to Win 10 Pro when msft allowed the free upgrade at Win 10 launch. The last time I had to set up an OS on my personal computer it required a phoen call to MS for activation.
Whats the process now if I want to transfer the OS from my current computer to the new one once it's built? I will be just popping the OS HDD into the new computer and I'll assume it should just boot up without too much issue but Id still like to wipe and re-install Win 10...I have no idea what my key is or how it's activated.
Whats the process now if I want to transfer the OS from my current computer to the new one once it's built? I will be just popping the OS HDD into the new computer and I'll assume it should just boot up without too much issue but Id still like to wipe and re-install Win 10...I have no idea what my key is or how it's activated.
As you guessed the activation process has changed and you'll need to check if your Windows license is registered to your MS account and if its not you'll need to find your key.
The following link walks through the activation process, which is simpler than the old process, but could still trip you up if you haven't prepared properly.
This is my current GPU.
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/qK...-gts-black-edition-oc-video-card-rx-580p8dbd6
Are there any suggestions on good upgrades for around $300?
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/qK...-gts-black-edition-oc-video-card-rx-580p8dbd6
Are there any suggestions on good upgrades for around $300?
Are you playing at 1080p? At $300 is a tossup between a RTX 2060 or a 5600XT, but neither are "future proof" in the sense that you wouldn't also need to upgrade from them if you wanted to go for hither resolution as next gen comes.
That said, if you are unhappy with the performance you are getting out of your 580, best bang for the buck at the moment I say is the Radeon RX 5600 XT (because of the free game bundles with RE3), either a SAPPHIRE PULSE or a GIGABYTE GAMING OC.
Question: Can you RMA memory if it's unable to run stable at XMP speeds? I keep getting BSODs at random times exactly like my old computer. Bought a USB stick and tried a memtest and I got 2 errors on test 6. Nothing else is overclocked just the ram at it's xmp profile.
DDR4 just sucks. :/
DDR4 just sucks. :/
I've sent this build earlier this week, but do you think it's a legit upgrade over what I have now?
What I want to build/upgrade to: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/gM2CCL
What I have now:
CPU: i7-6700K Stock
CPU Cooler: Corsair A50 (yes it's that damn old)
MB: Asus Maximus VIII Hero Z170
RAM: 32GB Corsair DDR4-3200 (4x8GB) (Replacing these to go to 3600 so I can do 1:1 with Infinity Fabric)
Storage 1: 1TB Samsung 860 EVO
Storage 2: 4TB HGST 7200RPM (Keeping in the new build)
Video Card: EVGA RTX 2080 (Keeping in the new build)
Case: Phanteks Evolv ATX
PSU: NZXT Hale90 750W 80+ Gold (this thing is over 10 years old)
What I want to build/upgrade to: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/gM2CCL
What I have now:
CPU: i7-6700K Stock
CPU Cooler: Corsair A50 (yes it's that damn old)
MB: Asus Maximus VIII Hero Z170
RAM: 32GB Corsair DDR4-3200 (4x8GB) (Replacing these to go to 3600 so I can do 1:1 with Infinity Fabric)
Storage 1: 1TB Samsung 860 EVO
Storage 2: 4TB HGST 7200RPM (Keeping in the new build)
Video Card: EVGA RTX 2080 (Keeping in the new build)
Case: Phanteks Evolv ATX
PSU: NZXT Hale90 750W 80+ Gold (this thing is over 10 years old)
are you at 1080p, 1440p, etc? 60 hz?
if we're talking strictly gaming, I'm gonna say no not worth it (just imo, I also have a 6700k). if you're doing other stuff, then perhaps.
144hz at 1440p for gaming mainly.
However I am looking to get a quicker l quieter case with overall better performance and a clean, uniform look. Plus, that NVMe is apparently really goddamn good. Especially for load times and file transfers.
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