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Need Help Choosing Parts
Hi all, I'm trying to follow a parts list from /r/Buildmypc at but when I'm building it, I don't understand if the CPU needs a heatsink, the builder didn't mention his Ryzen 7 7740X heatsinks, and Micro Centers version of it states there's no heatsink with the one they have. so I added Noctua - NH-D15S CPU Cooler , the…
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Need help with Ram upgrade
I'm trying to determine what I need in order to upgrade my RAM to 32GB and that is also compatible w. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I have an MSI GE75 Raider Gaming Laptop. Specs:
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Is This a Good Build For This Application, Pls?
This is my first time here. Wondering if there are any obv flaws or improvements for this build. No gaming, light video and graphics, some video and audio recording. Want to avoid excess heat and need many apps open. Thank you. Sorry, won't let me post links:…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
I am trying to build a gaming PC, nothing too fancy, just RPGs and MMOs once in a while. Also, I do Graphic Design and CAD, so I need a decent video card and enough cooling so I don't risk overheating the system. I am looking to spend no more than $1,900 on it. I'm planning on having Micro Center build it, but the $249.99…
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Powerspec G520
Just purchased one of these and a Acer 31.5 4k monitor 3 days ago. The performance in WOW is decent at 4k but drops to 30fps often on ultra. I want to try upgrading the memory first but this PC goes against all I have ever known. It has 1 16gb stick of gskill s5 ddr5 6000. I want 32gb. No one sells a single stick so I have…
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Trying to make a modern build but need advice
I'm planning to build a new PC and already know I want an AMD CPU paired with an RTX 4090 GPU. I'd also like to upgrade to 64GB of RAM and ensure I have at least a couple of terabytes of storage, and I’m considering the Samsung 990 Pro NVMe SSD for its excellent speed. Where I’m getting stuck is with choosing the power…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
help plz i have no clue what im doing
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Need Help Choosing Parts
these are the current chosen parts and accesorys, if anyone has any tips to anything i might need next i would appreciate it to make it the best looking white build, i also want to find an alternative so I have 7 rgb fans to be set on white but the nzxt ones to match the radiator are out of stock, any tips are helpful.
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Should I upgrade CPU and if so, what should I upgrade to?
I recently upgraded my CPU to an AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT and my current CPU is a AMD Ryzen 5600G with Radeon Graphics. I want to run 1440p games without having to worry about bottlenecking preferable a reasonably priced CPU and it has to support AM4 Socket type.
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Need Help Verifying Parts
Just need an opinion if the parts that I have picked are compatible and not counterintuitive for gaming. If there are better options at lower prices or best bang for buck.
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Need Help Choosing Parts
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Question about the GPU I got for 1st gaming PC
This week I got a 6600 GPU with a ryzen 5600 cpu at my local Micro Center But I keep getting conflicting advices on build suggestions, even though I said I'm on a budget. One of the suggestions was a rtx 3060 ti, though my MC only has a rtx 3060 Using Userbenchmark, I'm incline to agree but I don't want to keep going back…
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Wanting to build a PC tower for graphic design
Hello! I wanted to start building a PC tower for my graphic design career. I work a lot with Creative Cloud, Glyphs, and since I want to start working with apparel soon, I will probably be saving a lot of files. I already know that I want an LG ultrawide monitor, I just do not have enough PC tower knowledge. I am thinking…
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Do I need to buy windows when they build my PC?
I bought windows pro a couple months ago and still have the key. I updated my bios firmware and my PC got f'd, had to get it fixed and some how it un registered my windows so I bought a new key for windows 11 pro. I am trying to get in touch with people at my local microcenter, I even sent an email and text asking for a…
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Product Station Website
Hey; I went to the store the other day and they printed out this super cool price quote. I'd like to make some changes to it, but then print it out in the same format to bring with me to the store. Does anyone know how I access the product station website?
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Experimental/Learning build
Hello all, i am trying to build a mini itx experimental small pc. I need a case, motherboard, intel cpu, and a psu. Any thoughts for these parts? I got 4 ram sticks of 8gb each ddr4 3200. I got a joke of a graphics card but again i am not trying to use this pc as a "PC". Its just a experimental build but then i am trying…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
Hi! I am trying to build a new PC for the first time, and was hoping to get some advice on the parts I selected. I can't seem to post any links just yet, so I will just list the parts I have selected at the very bottom of this post and some question I have. My budget($1500) is pretty similar to the what the parts I have…
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First time building, how does this look?
First time building and I was going to go with a smaller case. I am trying to stay under 1500 but with enough reason ill go higher, just not sure what more I would need. I will probably be playing games like League, Rainbow Six Siege, Valorant and Call of Duty. Please let me know any recommendations or if you think this…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
Hi I am wanting to a gaming pc, I have one currently but it is being laggy and its a pre built from 5 years ago so I am just looking to upgrade. I was wondering if anyone could help me with parts and a monitor, I play games like overwatch 2, ark, gta 5, Minecraft, csgo, call of duty and many more. I would prefer pink and…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
I'm replacing 16 core threadripper 1950x/180Ti/64GB ram work and game machine. Intermittent hardware issues+end of windows 10 → new build. Work requirements (thread heavy POV-Ray renders) point to CPU choice, play requirements (1440 for visual single player RPG's like Cyberpunk) point to GPU choice. Thinking: AMD - Ryzen 9…
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What parts would I need that can handle a 4k oled 12hz tv?
I’m going to buy a tv – LG 42-Inch Class OLED evo C4 Series Smart TV 4K Processor Flat Screen with Magic Remote AI-Powered with Alexa Built-in (OLED42C4PUA, 2024) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CVRXN6XZ/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1 Display OLED Refresh rate 120 Hz Features 4K upscaling via a9 Gen 7…
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Upgrade gpu first or cpu
Hi all I'm currently rocking a 5700x3d and a 7800xt and am looking to improve my gaming experience just curious if the 5700x3d can handle a 7900xtx or should I upgrade cpu first to 7800x3d or 9800x3d if I can find one available? Any help would be amazing thanks
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Constructive feedback on new PC?
Hi, Middle-aged (1983) used-to-be gamer that now works too much and has two young kids but still wants to play a bit in the evening before bed. I play a lot of games that aren't that demanding (Factorio, Rimworld, Oxygen Not Included), but have also been a lifelong Diablo fan and am targeting max settings at 4k (already…
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Need Help Choosing Parts
I'd like to build a computer that uses a horizontal case and be able to stream games and console games at 1440p or 1080p. Any help would be appreciated.
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Need Help Choosing Parts. Is this a good parts list for a budget 3060ti build?
CPU - AMD - Ryzen 5 5600X Vermeer 3.7GHz 6-Core AM4 Boxed Processor - Wraith Stealth Cooler Included MotherBoard - MSI - B550M-VC Pro WiFi AMD AM4 microATX Motherboard RAM - TeamGroup - T-FORCE VULCAN Z 32GB (2 x 16GB) DDR4-3200 PC4-25600 CL16 Dual Channel Desktop Memory Kit TLZGD432G3200H - Gray GPU - NVIDIA - GeForce RTX…
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Fast air-cooled PC build - PC Builder parts list included
I'm building a new PC that I want to be fast but my needs for a graphics card are fairly low. I edit video but the only video game I play is Microsoft Flight Simulator. The video card I picked is probably more than I need but it needs to support 3 monitors. I won't overclock the main CPU so I'm hoping to get by with a CPU…
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Improve my build? Help a beginner out! (Part list included)
Hi all, I am super new to this. I would appreciate any help. I am a long time console player looking for my first build. Currently have a PS5 but looking to own a PC to expanding my gaming. I would like to play AAA games at 1440p 100-120 FPS or 4k 60 FPS. I also have PSVR2 so with the new PSVR2 adapter I would like to play…
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BYO
When doing the BYO on the website for microcenter do i need to select thermal paste for them to use on my Gaming pc or do they have some on hand
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Need Help Choosing Parts
https://www.microcenter.com/site/content/custom-pc-builder.aspx?load=d9f751a3-1d5b-41d3-bc07-ec0c995a314f
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Part advice
Hey there, right now am using a Legion 5-15ACH6 laptop and I wanted to upgrade to a desktop. It's been a long time since I looked at computer parts and am a bit lost, would appreciate some advice about what to pick out.