-
Need Help Choosing Parts 800-900 build
Hi! First time builder, been looking through 4-5 pc part lists, and have compiled my own based on those, and I need advice on the GPU and cooling and just the overall design of it. Planning on using it for engineering hw like CAD/Chrome for college, and games like OW2, PUBG, Doom Eternal, and maybe hitman. In MI, USA. I…
-
Help with intro Machine Learning build
Hi, any recommendations or obvious issues with this setup? Also, any recommendations for liquid cooling cpu and gpu? Thanks CPU: (1) Intel Core i9-13900K Raptor Lake 3.0GHz Twenty Four-Core LGA 1700 Boxed Processor - Heatsink Not Included ($579.99 EACH) Motherboard: (1) ASUS Z790-A Prime WiFi Intel LGA 1700 ATX Motherboard…
-
gpu & cpu combo
Hi Im currently building my first gaming pc. i need ti know what gpu and cpu work great for ecch other. my current parts are monotech case asus rog strix b550 f non wifi gskill ripjaw ram 32GB X216GB 650 power supply 2TB 2.5 HDD and going to install a samsung 980 pro ssd and a Ryzen 5 5600X
-
Building PC for Video Editing Under $1,500.... What Parts Should I Use?
I'm a 1st time builder, I want to invest in a pc build powerful enough to handle Adobe Premiere Pro with ease. I don't play any video games or do CGI or 3D work so it doesn't need to be powerful enough to handle that realistically. I need help swapping out parts for less expensive ones, while still getting a good…
-
office pc build
I'm building an office pc for my dad. He wants something fast and he's only going to be doing simple office tasks like check emails, spreadsheets, save a lot of files and I know he watches youtube while at work. I just want to make sure that everything is compatible, will run smoothly and there will be no problems with…
-
Which coolers works best for both CPU and GPU?
I have an AMD Ryzen 7 5700G CPU with a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU currently installed-was wondering which coolers would make sense without breaking the bank?
-
Advice for a pc build
Hey fellas so I currently have a pre built alienware aurora r12. RTX 3070, Intel i7 11th gen, 32 gigs of ram, 1 TB WD nvme m.2 ssd, and a 1TB HDD. I'm thinking about selling this one at some point soon and properly building one from the ground up my budget is gonna be around 2 and a half grand and I don't necessarily need…
-
Help with first build. Are these componeents overkill?
AMD Ryzen 7 7700X Raphael AM5 G. Skill Flare X5 32GB DDR5-6000 Dual Channel Cooler Master - MasterBox MB530P ATX Mid-Tower PowerSpec - 850 Watt 80 Plus Gold ATX Fully Modular Power Supply with RGB Lighting Zotac - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Trinity Triple Fan 12GB GDDR6X PCIe 4.0 Graphics Card Inland - Performance Plus 2TB…
-
PC Build Specs
Hi- I'm looking to build my first PC, so I'm new to this process. Attached are the initial specs of the computer I designed. My primary uses will be photo storage (not photo editing), general Internet and listening to/streaming music in the process (ie running multiple applications at once). I will NOT be using this…
-
Would appreciate input on this build. All white Intel + Nvidia build
CPU - i5 12600k AIO - ROG Strix LC II 240 in White Motherboard - ASRock Z690 Steel Legend Ram - 4x 16GB Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro SL DDR4-3600 Case NZXT - H5 Flow Mid-Tower in White PSU - Corsair RM850 80+Gold GFX - ASUS 3060 Dual White OC 8GB SSD - Crucial MX500 1TB M.2 - Samsung 980 1TB + Crucial P3 1TB Fans - Corsair…
-
ignore
-
ignore
-
INTEL VS AMD CONFUSION!
Hi all, I need help on sorting out my confusion on the two platforms. I want to build a 2 user rig in Unraid server to run two Windows VMs for creative works i.e 3D/2D designs, graphic design, photo and video editing and some moderate rendering. I do not intend to run any dockers, the rig is PURELY FOR CREATIVES. I have…
-
Windows 10 on HDD to SSD, then motherboard/CPU/memory upgrade. Need review of steps.
I bought my son a 3060ti for Christmas and after installing it, realized it's too much for his system. (Ryzen 7 1700, PCIe 3.0 motherboard, RTX 2060) After installing the new card, his games are stuttering and there is no increase in fps. So I'm thinking the steps I take should be: 1. Migrate Windows on HDD to SSD. Verify…
-
5800X vs 7900x
Is it worth going from a 5800x to a 7900x? Id be pairing it with a 3090. Found a decent deal for the Ryzen 7900x and wasnt sure if itd be worth the upgrade. Mostly play Tarkov in 2k
-
Budget Gaming Build?
New here and in need of any advice/answers as to if the PC I'm building up for a younger family member will be the right one... It's mainly going to be used to play GTA 5 / FiveM, ROBLOX, Forza Horizon 5, and Minecraft: CPU: i5-12400 Alder Lake 2.4GHz Six-Core LGA 1700 Motherboard: MSI - Z690-P Pro DDR4 Intel LGA 1700 RAM:…
-
Thinking of building this
I don't game. This would be more for amateur radio, general computing. CPU i9 12900k MB Asus Z690 G-ROG 32Gb memory DDR-5600 Corsair 4000D case Corsair RM750X PS ASUS NVIDIA RTX 3050 graphics card Samsun 980 NVMe 1 Tb SSD there was only one fan listed for cooling Any thoughts? Overkill? Parts not compatible?
-
Sound Blaster AE-9 PCIe 6-pin power from 8-pin Dell 7920 PSU
The SB AE-9 needs a 6-pin power jumper. There is an unused 8-pin power connector tagged P22 in the Dell. What cable or adapter is recommended to do this? Thanks! I found an 8-pin PCIe from a 6-pin supply but that is backwards. dennisw@aeanm.com
-
Quiet performance builds
So I've built a number of PCs over the years and am looking to build a reasonably capable _but quiet_ I7 system, optimized for virtualization and gaming. Ideally components that don't require liquid cooling to achieve low decibel levels. Reading up on this, multiple sources recommend the Fractal Design Define series ATX…
-
Parts? What To Choose Tip Guide (General Planning Steps Where To Start)
Disclaimer this will apply to anyone making or choosing parts this is not going to be super part specific but a generalized part guide as a whole. The number with a letter are finer details. 1st: WHATS the budget. This is going to MASSIVELY either expand or hinder the options 1A: This will decide if you should be buying a…
-
Help Choosing Parts
This discussion was created from comments split from: How to Choose Parts for Your Custom Computer Build.
-
Working build for mainly gaming for approx. 1200
I'm working on getting a build together to buy and build in the next two or three weeks. I know it could use some tweaks, but I tried to research and put together a decent list. Budget is approximately $1200, but can be a little flexible,. Micro center locations is Minneapolis (St. Louis Park). Games will be a variety of…
-
Looking to have a custom pc built
I have a budget of 1,500- 1,800 if necessary
-
Help with 1st pc build. Is this overkill (Updated specs)
Hello I am looking for input, suggestions and knowledge on current build list. Im currently gaming on console and looking to switch to pc. My main goal would be to build a rig that outperforms and outlast current cosoles. I think the setup listed below will do so (Although not 100% sure of that statement) Am i going to far…
-
Looking to get First pc for gaming
Need help choosing a pc or build one. I am planning on playing Call of duty competitively next year any recommendations. I am looking for under 5k
-
Upgrading question (Updated) - current Ryzen 5 1600/A320M Gaming Pro/16Gb Ram
So got first build for son a few years ago. Mostly the same (changed his case and memory and got an SDD for booting in past) Key components now: Ryzen 5- 1600 A320M PRo Motherboard 16 GB ram 1050 TI video card upgraded power to EVGA 650W recently AOC CQ27g2 SuperCurved monitor He loves online gaming and racing/etc. Been…
-
Building a new PC, concerned about AIO space.
Is there enough space in the [Lian Li Lancool II MESH Type C RGB Tempered Glass ATX Mid-Tower Computer Case - Black] for a top mounted AIO with an ATX mobo? For example, the Corsair iCUE H100i RGB ELITE 240mm. Will this fit top mounted?
-
looking for admins in the deep depths of microcenter
do you know when the: /product/637335/deep-cool-castle-360ex-360mm-all-in-one-cpu-water-cooling-kit will be back in stock? especially in the mayfield heights store because right now on amazon they are in stock but shipping would literally take an entire month and I really don't want to wait that long, if you have any…
-
Could anyone help me with a high end build with the new XTX cards?
I have a few items but I would like opinions on which you think would be the best CPU for the XTX. Thank you in advance nerds!
-
Water Cool RTX 4090 + i9 13900K Questions
I have built a new PC and I am thinking about investing in a custom water cooling solution to include the GPU. I'm wondering if starting with the Corsair Hydro X Series XH305i custom kit would be wise.. I would add a 420mm radiator in the front of my case. So I'd have a 360mm radiator and a 420mm radiator. Would I need a…
