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Need Help Choosing Parts
I put this parts list together and am looking for some advice. https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder-amd.aspx?load=1218a6af-1862-4861-8d29-3b12c4774add
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Graphics Card for Dell Optiplex 990 sff to Run Blender 3D Software
Hello guys, I have a desktop PC (Dell Optiplex 990 sff) and it has the following specs: 240 GB SSD Drive Ram: 16 GB Processor: Intel Core i5-2400 CPU @ 3.10GHz X 4 Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 2000 (SNB GT1) OS: Ubuntu 20.04.3 LTS - 64-bit PSU: 240 Watts Now, when I look up Hardware requirements for Blender 3D Software at…
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Help Choosing Parts
This discussion was created from comments split from: How to Choose Parts for Your Custom Computer Build.
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I'm thinking of upgrading my Laptop over the holidays, and I've got a couple of questions.
I've got a HP Pavilion Laptop thats only 2 years old, and I'm looking to upgrade the necessary parts to run a few games. Below, I've listed what my current specifications are. RAM - 8GB Graphics - Intel(R) UHD Graphics Adapter RAM - 1 GB CPU - i5 10210 @ 1.6 Ghz, 2112 Mhz, 4 Cores, 8 Logical Processors First question: Can…
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First pc build for gaming need help with parts. Open to suggestions
My budget for this build is around 500-900 and my main use for the PC is mostly just gaming. I don't really know anything about building a PC so I appreciate it if I could get some advice on what parts to use for this build.
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Intel 12th gen build on a budget
hi there, i'm looking for a 12th gen pc that doesn't break the bank, my budget is 2k, if you can squeeze in a monitor that has g sync and 144 hz (impossible but..) that would be insane great tbh I'm looking at it to run Minecraft at high settings with ray tracing (?) thanks
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Part compatibility
I’m new to pc building and I was wondering if a be quiet! Dark Rock Pro 4 50.5 CFM CPU Cooler fit a MSI MPG Z490 GAMING EDGE WIFI ATX LGA1200 Motherboard without hitting the heat sinks and also not hitting the gpu
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First build. Open to suggestions.
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder-amd.aspx?load=be215357-1344-4916-8721-dcd288ddd828
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Just make a build that will primarily be used for gaming. My budget is 1k-2k with some wiggle room.
I will most likely be using this for primarily gaming. I also would like to plan on using it for about 4-5 years. I do not know that much about building a PC so tips/advice will be greatly appreciated. Some questions I have for the build is if everything will work well together, is 4-5 years a reasonable lifespan for these…
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Building a Machine for Blender 3D Software
Hello guys, I am on a budget. I want to spend up to 750 dollars but still, be able to build a good machine that can run Blender smoothly. But I have no idea where to start by choosing parts. I am not sure what CPU, GPU, etc... to go for which doesn't break the bank but still allows me to do 3D modeling. Any ideas would be…
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Help Parts compatibility
I’m trying to build myself a pc will be my first and I want to know if I’m choosing the right parts in terms of compatibility, the parts will be: MBO: Asus B550-A RoG Strix Amd cpu: Rysen 9 5900x gpu: evga Rtx 3070 ti Ram: Corsair vengeance 4x8GB (I don’t know how many pin I will need on this rams for the MBO that I’m…
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P/C Rebuild /Upgrade
Greetings everyone, I am getting ready to upgrade / rebuild my current pc. I just used the custom pc build application on the Microcenter website and wanted some feedback from the pros on the combination of parts I selected to create "Frankenputer" I have fundamental knowledge. I will provide my current system specs and my…
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PowerSpec built compared to Xbox Series X?
Any powerspec branded prebuilt pc hold any equal footing with the Series X at all? Looking at either buying a new pc or a series X. Main interest is to enjoy my off time from work playing upcoming games like Halo Infinite at best possible detail.
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PC Upgrade
I'm really considering upgrading my gaming desktop. The one I purchased from Digital Storm several years ago has been great and very reliable, but I feel it's time to boost its performance... specifically for gaming. Can someone give me a good idea on what parts I need to get to get a better gaming experience out of my pc?…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
First time builder and poster. I would like to know if this list is complete enough to work. Also, I'm going for a small portable build, i only intend on running FL studio for music production. I want it to be fast, reasonably affordable and easily transportable as i am a truck driver and i intend on having it with me in…
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Compatible upgrade help Please
I have the following: Motherboard - ASUSB150M-C; ICU - Intel i76700 @ 3.4 GHz; Kingston Ram 16Gb x 2; Samsung SSD 850 EVO 1TB. I need to speed up and wish to be compatible with Windows 11. I am thinkinbg Ryzen 5900. Any suggestions on a mother board (Maybe ~$300 with WiFi and Bluetooth)? Will my RAM be compatible? Thank…
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Help Choosing Parts
This discussion was created from comments split from: How to Choose Parts for Your Custom Computer Build.
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what amount of wattage would i need for a ryzen 7 5800x and a 1660 super
I'm getting a new cpu and i want to know how much wattage i will need for it. I also want to know if my gpu will be bottlenecking my cpu?
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Need Help Choosing Parts
I put this parts list together and am looking for some advice. https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder-intel.aspx?load=1dce8e77-2afd-4127-aed5-91f4f4a56c29
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Need Help Making Shopping List
I'm preparing to build my first PC. I know next to nothing about computers and I'm overwhelmed at the options. I'm wondering if someone can help me narrow my choices in time for Black jFriday. My maximum budget is $2,000, and I'm building it for music composition and production. This is some advice I got from a discord…
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Should I get a new cpu cooler
I want to get the core i7 10700k and currently I have the Cooler Master Hyper 212, is the hyper 212 going to be able to handle the heat if I overclock the i7 or should I get and aio cooler?
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Part Help
Heres my build. looking to play shooters mostly and have no idea if this build will do the job. <a href="https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=48323133-ea79-40a0-a274-95ddcc3312d6">Configure Your PC</a> <table class="mc-Configurator"> <thead> <tr> <th>Name</th> <th>Item</th> <th>Qty</th>…
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Upgrading HPTouchsmart 23
Current system specs: HPTouchsmart 23-d060qd Processor: i7-3770S 3.10GHz RAM: 8 GB Windows 10 64bit I would like to upgrade the following and looking for recommendations: disk drive to solid state drive (would you recommend Samsung 860 PRO 512GB SSD 2-bit or 870 QVO 1 TB SSD 4bit - or something else) upgrade the memory to…
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I need help picking a motherboard
I need help upgrading my motherboard. Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-2600 CPU @ 3.40GHz, 3401 M. My motherboard I have is a DH67BL Gtx1070 sc idk what else I should include to find the right motherboard to upgrade too . If some one can help it would be very appreciated.
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Parts Selection for CAD Workstation?
Hi everyone! New to PC building and I’m looking at building a value conscious PC. I used to have an idea what was good to use about 5 years ago, but now things have changed and I’m not sure what is good to use anymore. I’m looking to build a computer for my home office which will primarily be used for standard PC stuff and…
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Feedback and a question regarding the custom builder
We'd like to build a computer under $3k that does not need a video card (have one on hand). Ideally I was looking for a 12th gen intel that can be upgraded to DDR5 ram later on. Below is the link to the build: Questions are, The Alder Lake processors all say they are limited availability and to buy in store. I'd like to…
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I made a PC list for myself, any thoughts? And Questions
I made it from the default custom PC and changed a few parts, I'm using it for mostly gaming and some school work, my budget is around $1500-$2000 Also another question, is it possible for microcenter's build service to add the current video card that I have to this, which is this: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER Is it also…
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Looking for feedback
I was hoping to get some feedback on this build. It is intended for general use (web browsing, Microsoft Office) and some gaming. For gaming, I am looking for something that will run games like Apex and Splitgate at 1080p/60 fps. My budget is around $1500. Is anything overkill? Anything needs to be upgraded? Any glaring…
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Current gaming Labtops
I will be getting a new gaming laptop within a month. Are they windows 11 ready?
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Which PCIe cards would enable a connection from a Dell G5 5090 to a AOC I1601C?
I've recently bought an AOC I1601C to use as an extra monitor for my work laptop and home desktop. The monitor fires up beautifully with the work laptop - an HP ZBook Studio G5 running Windows 10 Pro. When I connect it to my home desktop - a Dell G5 5090 running Windows 11 - the monitor can't/won't make a connection. The…
