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First time building PC, feedback on my selections needed!
Hello everyone, I decided to build my own PC as I need it to be able to run various items. My budget is around $1,500 with a range of $200 give or take. Here is a rough list of items I use frequently: * Playing video games (Minecraft, GTA V, Civ 6, Cities Skylines, etc.) * Graphic design (primarily GIMP), potential future…
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Trying to simplify specifying a build
1. Not for gaming, does not need to look like a transformer, does not need lighting I need max number of 3.0 USB ports, a decent power supply, 1TB solid state drive ( NVMe/Sata ? ) Is there on board video on motherboards, or are these all without, requiring selecting? I searched Microcenter for any standardized builds that…
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Hello this is my first time building a PC! I have a budget between 800-1000$ Please help!
I would like to build a gaming PC on an 800-1000$ budget. I do not need a monitor, keyboard, or a mouse I already have these items. The games I need it to play the most are games such as Fortnite, Apex, COD modern warfare/warzone etc. at a playable frame rate preferably above 60 FPS. Also, I want to be able to edit videos…
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Building my first PC, I need a second opinion before I buy everything - budget 1700 for the tower
I just finished building my parts list I was hoping to be able to buy everything from micro center, so if you have replacements of these things that are in stock at the St. Louis Park Micro Center please recommend them. Also, I don't think there's anything wrong with my build if there is please let me know. I am totally…
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Seeking Upgrade Path Advice
For my next upgrade, I'm looking at the B550 TOMAHAWK. There are a few reasons I'd like to upgrade my motherboard, but the one I'll mention here is that I have a case with a front panel USB type-C port, but my current B450 AORUS board doesn't support it. Having front panel USB type-C isn't a big deal for me, but having an…
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New PC Builder - Advice on Build - $3k Budget - Gaming
Hello, Friends! First timer here looking for advice on the build I've pieced together. Looking for anything you can recommend as far as compatibility, better options relative to my budget etc. I was planning on installing OS on the NVME M.2 SSD (but not sure how much of a difference if any it would be compared to…
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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.aspx?load=e6d0cb84-e9d4-49a6-841a-e16f8f0fd586 I would really like to know if this was ok for a $700 dollar budget build and please let me know if i can improve on anything add any thing or change any…
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Gaming build $1200 HELP?? A rookie to this...
Hey guys, I am looking to get advice before I make a final decision. I am planning on using this pc to take advantage of xbox game pass. I'm looking to build my first pc within the next 3 weeks, but I can wait a little longer if better parts become available/worth the wait. I pretty much need everything besides a monitor.…
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New PC builder (need help) any advice
My Budget at the moment is 1700 with main use of Gaming and Video and picture editing and if I have time to stream will do so. Also this will be use for day to day use heavy multi tasking. Any advice on this build. https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=d92bd8b2-664f-4fb8-adb7-cb83d40b73bb
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New PC Builder, Dream to Stream! :) - Needs Advice
Hey guys! My name is Jkobe, :) I'm new here and wanted to know if I could get some feedback on my parts list. I'm looking to play War Zone and stream to help pass the time during COVID. I did try to choose some parts with a little RGB for aesthetic purposes but am open to any suggestions. Saving money is always a plus but…
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Need help constructing a console streaming PC
Hey everyone, I've been given the task of constructing a console stream dedicated pc for someone. I'm still relatively new to all this , they're looking to stream their Switch and Xbox through an elgato. I'd really appreciate some help constructing a build that isn't crazy expensive but also runs fairly efficient. I…
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Building $1000 Gaming PC with 12 Yr Old Son
Building gaming PC for about $1000 to replace 12 yr old my son's Xbox One S. He plays mostly Fortnite and Rocket League. PC will be used for video editing as well. Below link includes the current parts list. https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder-amd.aspx?load=4348463d-2fc6-4ae1-b65d-2d7b7cda5ef0…
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Help with first build
Hello guys, trying out my first build and want some pointers on this list. Budget is 1100$ but would like to see if this list is a good fit. Willing to go up or down depending on major performance upgrades. Again this is going to be my first build, will be using it primarily for gaming but will also be doing BASIC audio…
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First time build for gaming, $700 budget, help and critiques please?
Hello! I've put together a parts list and I'd like to have it looked over by people who actually know what they're doing. I'm most worried about my choice of the Ryzen 3 3100 because I never see it being used in builds, even though it seems to get decent reviews online. Is it worth spending more for a better processor?…
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I need help upgrading my PowerSpec B675
I bought my PC from the SOM Center Rd store a while back and I want to upgrade it to do video editing and video game streaming better. Any suggestions of compatible parts to get would be appreciated! Thank you so much!! Currently I have this with no changes: PowerSpec B675 I5-84/16/500/10P sku# 788463 * Is there a video…
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First time building a pc, what do you guys think?
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=5fc48f33-be8d-4b87-b319-afa2a0f45fa7 I also am not sure how to build it myself. For a first timer, should I try to build it myself or just pay somebody to do it for me?
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Streaming/Gaming 2020 build
Hello, I was wondering if this range of specs is good enough for both gaming and streaming at 1080p 60fps at the same time. Also, any recommendations would be much appreciated. If I have to downgrade some parts or upgrade let me know. Thanks in…
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Recording work station upgrades
Looking for some guidance. I want to upgrade to a new motherboard/processor/ram for my PowerSpec PC. It's exclusively used for a music recording workstation. Running windows 7 professional os. I can't upgrade windows because of my ProTools 8.0.5 hardware interface and hard/software plugins(all are rtas) won't run on later…
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First build, want suggestions or reassurance that these parts won't blow up inside my PC.
Here's my list: https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=e5be8a63-b2a3-4e2b-9f56-5780fb7825c4 Feel free to criticize. I'm doing gaming/streaming on this PC, want to play 1080p or maybe 1440p at high settings.
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Need advice on a new build
I'm looking to build a new computer because my old one is 8 years old and getting slow. I primarily use it for surfing the internet, watching Youtube, designing parts in Fusion 360 for 3D printing, designing parts in Inkscape for CNC plasma cutter and looking to make videos for Youtube in the future. Any suggestions?…
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Need help replacing CPU, MOBO, Memory
Hi Everyone, my CPU recently gave up the ghost, and so I will be replacing it in the near future. I have a budget of about $500. I want to have an all round PC for some gaming, full stack development, and virtualization using docker and kubernetes. I don't do much competitive gaming, I play starcraft 2 a bit, and then…
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Need help with parts. Max Budget - $400
Hello everyone. I want to build my own PC. I am still learning what parts can do. I want to build a PC that can runs the Sims 4 and Minecraft smooth and playable and lasts for few years.
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Can someone please helo with a quiet gaming pc?
Have hyperacusis and small electronic noises bother me, im trying to build a gaming pc my ima a beginner. I care more about a quiet pc then the performance my budget is $110 if someone can help i appreciate it
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PSU 650w enough?
* AMD Razen 3600x * Nvidia gtx 2070 super * 16gb ram * 1tb ssd nvme I was thinking 750w for future expansion, want to add 16 more gigs at some point. Maybe another 2.5 ssd and replace the CPU down the road. Probably won't replace vcard. Is 650w enough?
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Help with upgrading old gaming PC
I can't play a lot of the new games anymore. So I need advice on how to upgrade my old system. I am getting all my parts from Micro Center since I built it there last time. I am keeping my large corsairs case, mouse, keyboard, hard drive, and monitor. Just need the internal stuff. I have limited funds: $800. Also like to…
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It’s my first time building a computer I hope somebody can help me out or make a better build
My budget is near 1,400 it’s my first time switching to pc I wanna get a good experience I bought a 240 hz predator XB253Q 1920 x 1080 Monitor wanna have a good fps you can change up the whole build if you want I just wanna hit a high frame fast smooth gaming experience MY…
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First build in 15 years, looking for feedback
My goal with this build is for moderate gaming with demanding AAA titles. My monitor is 144Hz 1ms 1080p CPU- AMD Ryzen 7 3700x 3.6Hz 8-Core (Curious if the provided cooler will be efficient or if I should opt for a AOI liquid cooler) Board- ASUS B450-F ROG STRIX ATX RAM- G.Skill 16gb(8x2) DDR4 3600 PSU- Corsair RM750 80+…
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Please review this proposed RGB Mini-ITX Build
Thank you! I am wondering if these components will actually fit together and also about the CPU cooler if I should get the MASTERLIQUID ML120L V2 RGB instead of the MasterAIR G200P. Also, do I need a case fan in addition to the CPU cooler? Which one? (RGB preferred) PCPartPicker Part…
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Need suggestions on where to go next
TLDR: I have an i5 3470 and an rx 560 but want to move to triples for Iracing. I've had my rig for a while now, i purchased it from a friend who builds computers because at the time i didn't know what i was doing. I am ready to make some upgrades and wanted to get some advice. I do not play a lot of games. Mainly iracing,…
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Need help choosing case fans
Hello! I am trying to find a 120mm/140mm fan with a good compromise between looks and silence. Can anyone recommend me a good case fan? Thanks!
