/r/buildapcsalesWhere do yall go to see if there are any good deals on graphics cards?
I'm signed up to Wario and Slickdeals on twitter, I check EVGA website and newegg once in a while and thats about it.
I really want a 1080 at 400$ or a 1080TI at 500$
Sorry, I don't really get your question because if you just want to try an OS, you can always partition your HD and install it on that partition or just get a cheap HDD. So yes, you can always go back to windows by selecting to boot to windows. I would just suggest you use a virtual machine instead of going through all the trouble since since doing a hackintosh may not be a simple plug and play if you don't have the right components.I'm just wondering if I can go back to Windows at any time? I just want to try it out.
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Check it whenever I have free time. Missed a few price errors on CPUs
Hmm, I have a cheaper Z390 mobo and 9900k build ordered. Are there any rumors about problems with any Z390 boards, or is it solely Z370?So the 9900k reviews could be interesting on Friday from the standpoint that there are some more rumors popping up that Z370 motherboards with good vrms may still struggle to run the 9900k. I'll believe it when I see it though and we are only a couple days away from knowing the truth.
I've decided the build I want:
i52500k -> Ryzen 5 2600
16gb DDR3 1866 MHz -> 16 gb DDR4 3000 MHz
GTX 970 -> GTX 1080ti
Motherboard: -> MSI B450 Tomahawk
Yesterday I got the 1080ti and god, I forgot how satisfying is to put everything on max in graphic settings, 4K and still be playing smoothly.
Now I'm doubting why I'm changing everything else if with the 1080ti, the i52500k (OC to 4.5) and that DDR3 ram the two games I tested run great (Assassin´s creed Origin and Shadow of the Tomb Raider).
Nice! What GPU did it replace? And what speed/latency ram did you buy? I'm also on a 6700k.decided against getting a 9900K and just kept my 6700K. instead bought a RTX 2080 (FE) and 32GB RAM. 3d mark has me "Better than 92% of all results" and i'm only running at 4.3, 2666 and no OC on the GPU. it's been a long day so can't be bothered pushing overclocks but it feels good having these specs :D
will probably replace my 6700K next year when the new Ryzen cpus come out.
What do you guys think about buying an RTX 2070? On Newegg they run about the same as most 1080s. And seeing as how they're slightly better than the 1080s and have that all impressive, as of yet unused ray tracing shit, I feel it's a better deal than just getting a 1080. Still, i'd like to consult with you guys since im relatively new to all this. What do yall think?
Does 32GB of ram for a gaming build make sense yet or is it still overkill?
This one is about 500 and it's from EVGA. https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814487413&ignorebbr=1 Backordered atm but if the price holds up, what do you think?If prices are equal or within about 5%, I'd buy an RTX 2070 over a GTX 1080 and an RTX 2080 over a GTX 1080 Ti (even though the Ti has more VRAM). However, seems like the RTX cards are usually $100 or more over the GTXs. If you've got a good deal though, go for it. There's no downside to an RTX 2070 over a GTX 1080 except for the pricing.
Does 32GB of ram for a gaming build make sense yet or is it still overkill?
What motherboard? The z390 motherboards are all supposed to be beefed up in general with vrms but there is a reason why some cost more. The more costly ones are generally built with higher quality vrms and more of them to help sustain power hungry chips like the 9900k. Ultimately though we won't know how the 9900k runs in all motherboards until we get reviews and reports in the wild.Hmm, I have a cheaper Z390 mobo and 9900k build ordered. Are there any rumors about problems with any Z390 boards, or is it solely Z370?
What do you guys think about buying an RTX 2070? On Newegg they run about the same as most 1080s. And seeing as how they're slightly better than the 1080s and have that all impressive, as of yet unused ray tracing shit, I feel it's a better deal than just getting a 1080. Still, i'd like to consult with you guys since im relatively new to all this. What do yall think?
I've already bought the other components, I'm just waiting for them to arrive. I don't regret it though, it's been so long since I built a PC that I forgot how stressful but rewarding it feels when you receive the parts and start to build it haha.If you're happy with what you've got, don't "upgrade" to anything else. Just save a bit of money on the side and when you start feeling that things aren't running as well as you'd like, you can buy whatever is the biggest and best at that time. We're getting closer and closer to the 3000-series Ryzen CPUs release (I'm guessing late spring or early summer 2019) and those will likely be pretty decent upgrades over the 2000-series.
I've got a Define Mini C, which comes with two Dynamic X2 GP-12s (the 120mm version of the fan you're talking about), and they're fine. They're very quiet and keep my components cool, though I'm running modest hardware (3rd Gen i5 and a 1050 Ti). Depending on the hardware you have you probably don't really need 6 or 9 fans. 1-2 intake and 1-2 exhaust is generally fine for most setups. Not sure if you posted your part list somewhere already, but that might be good to mention for that type of question since the number of fans you might need is going to heavily depend on the heat output of your components.How are the stock Dynamic X2 GP-14 fans on the Fractal Design cases? Looking at a few reviews that pop on google they look "ok" but don't really know if I can trust most of these reviews, should I replace them or just keep them and add some more fans?
Also on the subject of fans, is there a large difference between having say 6fans(3front, 2back, 1 top or something like that) and 9fans(3 in each)? Or even with less fans?
I've already bought the other components, I'm just waiting for them to arrive. I don't regret it though, it's been so long since I built a PC that I forgot how stressful but rewarding it feels when you receive the parts and start to build it haha.
Hey everyone.
I'll be building a new PC in around a month's time. I haven't built one for around 3 years, so I'm completely clueless about current prices, what's good, etc...
1) What's your budget?
£1500-2000. Lower would be better, but willing to spend more if I need to.
2) What do you want to use the computer for?
I'll be using it for gaming, and for web development.
3) How soon do you plan to purchase the parts and build it?
In around a month's time.
4) Are you going to reuse any parts (upgrading) or are you building a completely new computer from scratch?
Completely from scratch.
5) Do you only need the computer itself or do you need accessories, such as a monitor, mouse, keyboard, and speakers?
I have some decent headphones with a mic, but I'll need everything else. Mouse, keyboard, monitor, everything.
6) Are you interested in overclocking?
Sure, I overclocked both my 15 2500k and MSI 970 on my previous build.
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Any advice before I start looking would be great, thank you!
Quoting this from a couple of pages back, any help would be appreciated!
I've got a Define Mini C, which comes with two Dynamic X2 GP-12s (the 120mm version of the fan you're talking about), and they're fine. They're very quiet and keep my components cool, though I'm running modest hardware (3rd Gen i5 and a 1050 Ti). Depending on the hardware you have you probably don't really need 6 or 9 fans. 1-2 intake and 1-2 exhaust is generally fine for most setups. Not sure if you posted your part list somewhere already, but that might be good to mention for that type of question since the number of fans you might need is going to heavily depend on the heat output of your components.
EDIT:
Relevant video
There are some builds I've put together (with community input!) in the OP that have some explanations as to their relative gaming performance and why the parts were chosen. It links to PCPartPicker, so if you load those up on desktop (as opposed to mobile), you can change your region in the top-right to UK pricing. That'll give you an idea of what you can get for your money, mouse/keyboard/monitor not included.
I'm guessing you'll be getting something around an i5-8400 or a Ryzen 5 2600 (or 2600X) as your CPU, an RX580 8GB, GTX 1060 6GB, or GTX 1070 for your GPU (maybe a GTX 1070 Ti). 2x8 (16 GB) of DDR4, a 500 GB SSD, a 1-2 TB HDD, a ~550w PSU, and then a decent motherboard and case, based on your budget. I'm not super familiar with UK prices, but that's a rough idea of what you'd get.
I don't want to be rude, but you're kind of asking strangers on the internet to choose your build. :)
I would suggest that you choose your own build, and if you're unsure if all components will fit together, people here can help you out with that.
Half of the fun in building your own PC is reading about components and putting together the things that sound good to you. :)
I don't want to be rude, but you're kind of asking strangers on the internet to choose your build. :)
I would suggest that you choose your own build, and if you're unsure if all components will fit together, people here can help you out with that.
Half of the fun in building your own PC is reading about components and putting together the things that sound good to you. :)
Thank you very much, I'll use this as a starting point and do some research. Was feeling a bit overwhelmed.
I asked the qquestions laid out in the OP, if you don't want to answer you don't have to.
Thank you very much, I'll use this as a starting point and do some research. Was feeling a bit overwhelmed.
I asked the qquestions laid out in the OP, if you don't want to answer you don't have to.
a wise choice, sounds really smart to me!decided against getting a 9900K and just kept my 6700K. instead bought a RTX 2080 (FE) and 32GB RAM. 3d mark has me "Better than 92% of all results" and i'm only running at 4.3, 2666 and no OC on the GPU. it's been a long day so can't be bothered pushing overclocks but it feels good having these specs :D
will probably replace my 6700K next year when the new Ryzen cpus come out.
I think that if you have to have something NEW, and you're looking for something in the 1080's range, then yeah the 2070 is the card to buy, today. I also wouldn't spend over $500.What do you guys think about buying an RTX 2070? On Newegg they run about the same as most 1080s. And seeing as how they're slightly better than the 1080s and have that all impressive, as of yet unused ray tracing shit, I feel it's a better deal than just getting a 1080. Still, i'd like to consult with you guys since im relatively new to all this. What do yall think?
Can I get a recommendation on a head set with mic for pc gaming? USB would be fine. $200 is the most I'm willing to pay but would rather pay sub $100.
X470-I ROG from Asus has built in WiFi.Only other issue I might have is just finding a motherboard with WiFi.
Yeah, that's an annoying issue with most new cases. A lot of the time, an external disc drive is the only viable option.the lack of disc drive is kinda annoying and looking at various other cases disc drives seem to very sparsely used
Anyone live in NYC? Are there any stores with a really good selection of computer which I will be able to actually try out?
I find choosing a mouse online, where I can't actually feel and try it, to be very difficult. I've already returned two...