Build a PC: Simple Questions - February 25, 2021 |
- Simple Questions - February 25, 2021
- RTX 3060 Review Megathread
- Computer keeps randomly rebooting/restarting (ASUS TUF Gaming X570-PLUS (WIFI))
- How do I upgrade my cpu
- Is it even possible to build a PC anymore?
- Do you think I (13 years old) can build a pc?
- Appreciation Post for my RX 480
- 1 x 16GB RAM vs 2 x 16 GB RAM - how much will it improve gaming experience?
- Please check my build before I order the parts
- A friendly reminder to be very careful when removing AMD stock cooler
- Laptop-in-a-box
- Is selling my 5700xt to buy a rtx 3060 today a good idea?
- I’m done.
- Finished. I'm happy satisfied with it right now.
- Remember to triple check you cables kids!
- Midrange PC w/ Placeholder GPU
- Worth it?
- I went to pc part picker I chose these are they good
- GPU Upgrade
- How risky is it to repaste and clean a GPU?
- Should I get RTX 3060 ti now or wait.
- Hep upgrading my RAM
- Suggestions on building a PC mainly used for Photoshop
- Running 3 RAM sticks. (6 + 6 + 12)
- I finally got a gaming PC. Few easy questions.
- Where to go from what I have.
| Simple Questions - February 25, 2021 Posted: 25 Feb 2021 04:00 AM PST This thread is for simple questions that don't warrant their own thread (although we strongly suggest checking the sidebar and the wiki before posting!). Please don't post involved questions that are better suited to a [Build Help], [Build Ready] or [Build Complete] post. Examples of questions:
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| Posted: 25 Feb 2021 06:01 AM PST SPECS
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| Computer keeps randomly rebooting/restarting (ASUS TUF Gaming X570-PLUS (WIFI)) Posted: 25 Feb 2021 05:24 AM PST Experiencing random reboot / freezes when playing games like CSGO, Overwatch etc. on sorta-high settings like normal settings. Used to be BSOD with WHEA_UNCORRECTABLE_ERROR with old RAM, that was not compatible with my Motherboard, but still occurs when playing CSGO for a long duration (recently occurred). BIOS Version: 3405 Note that I had to BIOS flash my motherboard for it to be compatible with my CPU and wasn't when it came out of the box Current specs: Old RAM (Incompatible with Motherboard): Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4 3600MHz Troubleshooting:
More information about the reboots: The new RAM I bought a couple of days ago was on the QVL List for memory from Asus directly so it isn't another compatibility issue (the difference is obvious where the old RAM would crash during windows start up and a first run of CSGO). I have read in some threads about the same rebooting issue and that downgrading to Bios Version 2812 has fixed this error and was wondering how to downgrade Bios Versions on Asus, cause it isn't quite easy. Any help would be great, thanks. Edit: Added current BIOS Version and some more information regarding the flashing of it Another Edit: Added information regarding a MemTest86 run I did prior before this post Another Edit Again: Added CPU Cooler specifications Yep It's that time again, Edit: Added Case specifications [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 25 Feb 2021 05:45 AM PST software wise what should I do so I can upgrade my cpu, I have a ryzen 5 2400g and im upgrading to a ryzen 5 3600. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Is it even possible to build a PC anymore? Posted: 25 Feb 2021 10:30 AM PST Been trying to get a GPU for about 2 months now. Struck out on the 3060 drop today. Is it even possible for a human to get a GPU at a decent price anymore? [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Do you think I (13 years old) can build a pc? Posted: 25 Feb 2021 11:46 AM PST I am currently using an HP Envy PC which has like 4 cores, integrated graphics, and 8 gb of ram. I've started making money editing videos on Fiverr, and I am now in the market for a new system. I use Davinci Resolve 17 for my editing. I have about 1500 or so to spend including the monitor. My question is, do you think I can build my own PC? I'd prefer to build my own because I can fix it later on if I need to. It would also be easier to upgrade. I've fixed my drone before and I have decent technical knowledge. I also know what parts I need and all that. (besides the gpu because of current prices.) I think I could do it but I'd like to get a second opinion before spending a ton of money. Thanks [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Appreciation Post for my RX 480 Posted: 25 Feb 2021 02:42 AM PST Just amazing how much I'm able to squeeze out of it. I recently finished playing AC Valhalla on High/Medium settings at 1512p/30FPS (at least when it wasn't stuttering due to poor optimisation on Ubisoft's part). It blows my mind that people usually upgrade every 2 years, while this card is more than 4 YEARS OLD and is still holding up. I think I can definitely wait for that RX 6000/ RTX 3000 card. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 x 16GB RAM vs 2 x 16 GB RAM - how much will it improve gaming experience? Posted: 25 Feb 2021 05:18 AM PST Hi all, First time building a PC, so would like to hear the thoughts of reddit's wisest souls on this. I opted for a 1 x 16GB DDR4 3200 MHz RAM for my build as I bought from CEX (second-hand electronics chain in the UK) instead of a 2 x 8GB as I was worried about the compatibility between the two sticks. This lets me run AC Odyssey at ~ 65 fps on Medium settings. I am therefore thinking about making a quick upgrade to my PC - cheapest I can think of is adding an extra 16GB of RAM so I can benefit from increased total RAM AND with it being dual channel. Would this have any substantial effect on the gaming performance of my build? I'm running: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 NVIDIA GTX 1070 1 X 16GB DDR4 3200 MHz Corsair Vengeance NVME M.2 SSD 1TB TL;DR: 1 x16GB RAM vs 2 x 16GB RAM, much gaming improvement? Thanks in advance! [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Please check my build before I order the parts Posted: 25 Feb 2021 07:30 AM PST Hi there! So, this is the first PC I'm going to build and I would be grateful for a second pair of eyes. PcPartpicker and my (limited) knowledge say that all parts are compatible, but both aren't necessarily correct. I will add a GPU once prices have calmed down, but I need to build right now for work (hence the integrated GPU). And I will also add a WiFi 6 PCIe card, but I'm still searchung for one. The PC will be used for office work, photo and video editing, digital art and casual gaming (and games such as Witcher 3 once I add a GPU). I'm buying the parts in Austria. Pcpartpicker doesn't list my country, so the prices below are inaccurate. I can get all parts for 690€ (including shipping). What I'm unsure about is the motherboard. I know 600W is way too much right now, but will it still be too much once I add a GPU? Thanks a lot in advance!
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| A friendly reminder to be very careful when removing AMD stock cooler Posted: 25 Feb 2021 09:43 AM PST I've got Ryzen 5 3600 on B450 Tomahawk board. Today I was doing some general maintenance, and I decided to be completely thorough and remove the CPU cooler, too. I read somewhere that the pre-applied thermal paste on the stock cooler can harden a lot over time which makes it hard to remove the cooler. So, I decided to melt it a little and let OCCT run for about 15 minuted with all fans but the cooler itself unplugged. Even so the temperature stabilised at about 87 Celsius, so I stopped the cooler for a minute, too, and let it get nice and toasty. Then I quickly turned the computer off and tried to remove the cooler. I bloody ended up ripping the CPU right out of the socket. The CPU might as well have been welded to the cooler for how strong it held. Thankfully no pins were bent and the socket survived it, too. But it took me about an hour off very careful application of isopropyl alcohol and brute force to get the thing to unstick. So, if you ever deicide to remove your stock cooler, too, be very careful for (at least) the first time. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 25 Feb 2021 08:31 AM PST I previously posted about a laptop-to-desktop conversion. Update- I did it without buying anything extra! I essentially crammed my 2060 and salvaged motherboard from my laptop into an eGPU with a couple fans, and the thing hasn't dipped in performance yet! I'm just waiting on a USB keyboard now. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Is selling my 5700xt to buy a rtx 3060 today a good idea? Posted: 25 Feb 2021 08:31 AM PST Rtx 3060 is coming out today and if I can get one for 500-600 cad I can sell my 5700 xt on ebay for 1000$ or more... is there something that I'm missing here? [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 25 Feb 2021 12:09 PM PST Let me preface this by acknowledging my incredible amount of privilege to have GPU stock problems be a big issue in my life, this post is pure whine. After today's pitifully abyssal restock and 3060 drop, I'm giving up on getting a 3000 series NVIDIA card. Scalpers and miners have run this entire process, one that should be exciting and rewarding, into the ground becoming a fucked up cycle of wasted efforts, disappointment, and complete annoyance at the lack of fucks NVIDIA gives towards its run-of-the-mill consumers. Not only that, but I can't even grab a 5 YEAR OLD CARD that isn't hundreds of dollars overpriced in the second-hand market (thanks, miners). Unfortunately, there is almost no way to hold NVIDIA accountable for its complete botching of a GPU series launch. I'll be waiting eight months for next-gen, but who the hell knows how THAT will go. Again, this is the epitome of "first-world problems," but I have a fully-built machine I worked hard to build without the core component that'll allow me to truly use it. Just wanted to vent a bit, I know a whole lot of others are in a similar boat as I am. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Finished. I'm happy satisfied with it right now. Posted: 25 Feb 2021 10:40 AM PST CPU: Ryzen 7 3700X GPU: EVGA RTX 3070 XC3 Ultra Ram: 16GB DDR4 @ XMP 3600mhz Mobo: ASRock B550M Pro4 PSU: EVGA GQ 850w Gold Storage: 4.5 TB Various SSD CPU Cooler: Cooler Master MasterLiquid ML240L V2 AIO Case: Cooler Master MB311L Fans: 4x Cooler Master Sickleflow V2 ARGB, 1x Noctua P12 PWN Redux 1700 [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Remember to triple check you cables kids! Posted: 25 Feb 2021 09:21 AM PST Been stressing that my new, and very first rig I built all my myself wasn't posting. After 3 hours of troubleshooting I realized the 20+4 pin power connector was only a 19+4. As a entire pin was missing upon arrival. - EVGA 600 watt if anyones curious. A few amazon reviews later I realize I'm no the only one and they do this alot. Well, 2 more weeks of using my potato I guess! Edit: nevermind. Frick me. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Midrange PC w/ Placeholder GPU Posted: 25 Feb 2021 07:55 AM PST Hi all, I'm looking for advice on this build, which has a placeholder GPU while I wait for a pre-ordered 3060 Ti (fingers crossed...). I'm looking for a small form-factor PC to play strategy, indie, and occasional AAA games at 1080p on good settings. Any advice appreciated!
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| Posted: 25 Feb 2021 09:30 AM PST 3060 just became available in my country. Upgrading from a gtx 1660. Is it a worthwhile upgrade. The 3060ti is pretty much unavailable and somehow cost like 1000 SGD (750USD). [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| I went to pc part picker I chose these are they good Posted: 25 Feb 2021 07:35 AM PST I changed a lot of things here is the link https://pcpartpicker.com/list/prCc7X [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 25 Feb 2021 11:53 AM PST I currently have a 1660 and im looking to upgrade, any suggestions? [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| How risky is it to repaste and clean a GPU? Posted: 25 Feb 2021 08:51 AM PST I have a gigabyte g1 gtx 1080 that I won from a redditor on the PCMR subreddit. He did not provide much details as to how the card was used, other than he had upgraded to a 2080ti and it had been sitting for a year or so. When I got it, it looked clean, with not too much dust in it, and it performed great, much faster than my 1650. I noticed that the card was hitting around 69 celcius (nice) at 99% load while playing f1 2018. It stayed at 69-70 the whole time (about 1 hour) and I never noticed any performance drop. Is this temperature normal/acceptable? I have 3 intake fans and 2 exhaust fans, inside a thermaltake h18 case. I am planning on upgrading to an H510, as well as swapping out my motherboard, so will the card still be ok with just the stock exhaust fans, since I have seen that intake with an air cooler for my cpu is not necessary. If those temps are not ok, how hard/risky is it to take the card apart and clean it. I don't really have the means to replace it since I am a student, especially right now when the gpu market is crazy. I have seen some videos of people dissasembling and reassembling the card, and it doesn't look too hard, but I am still a little wary of doing it. I have some thermal paste left over from my hyper 212, so can I use that? Sorry if this is a little rambly, but this card is way faster than anything I have ever used, and I want to make sure that it is being treated properly so I can keep using it for years to come. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Should I get RTX 3060 ti now or wait. Posted: 25 Feb 2021 06:57 AM PST I found an RTX 3060 ti being sold for around 920$. I know this is not a got deal, but do you guys think its price will come down anytime soon. Also will I be able to get one anytime in the next two months that is considerably cheaper? or should I just go and buy this one since I found it by luck in the first place. What price would say is a good deal for the 3060 ti [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 25 Feb 2021 11:28 AM PST Hello, I have an ASUS ROG GL553V laptop with an intel core i7, 7th gen and wanted to upgrade my RAM. I was looking at some hyperX Impact 16 GB DDR4 2666MHz (2 x 8 GB) but I am relatively new to tinkering with my pc and have some doubts. Are those hyperX RAM good?? And is there any compatibility problems with my processor being older (7th gen)?? Or do you have a suggestion for better RAM options I can buy if my budget is 100 dollar??? Thank you in advance [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Suggestions on building a PC mainly used for Photoshop Posted: 25 Feb 2021 11:23 AM PST Hi Guys, so recently my friend has gotten into using Photoshop (for fun) and he wants me to build a PC for him mainly for that. However, I have only been building gaming PC so I am not too sure what components should I focus on for a Photoshop PC. Here is what I have in mind right now: - A good CPU - ~16/32GB RAM - Air cooled - Decent GPU (He doesn't game often) ~1660S/2060S - A good monitor (Need some suggestions on this!) Any suggestions would be much thanks! [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Running 3 RAM sticks. (6 + 6 + 12) Posted: 25 Feb 2021 11:13 AM PST I upgraded my Alienware Aurora R7 with a new-ram stick, but hearing about dual-channel and the likes. Is there a optimum way to set-up those cards in the 4 available slots to maximise the power I can obtain for gaming time? If I remember rightly, they are put like this (left to right) 6 + 12 + 6 since the slots are in alternating colors. both 6gb on one color and the 12 in the middle. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| I finally got a gaming PC. Few easy questions. Posted: 25 Feb 2021 01:24 PM PST So I finally made the switch from years of console gaming and have a few questions.
Thanks for all the help and I probably was dumb for buying a prebuilt but with prices and stock being the way they are right now, building seemed out of the question. [link] [comments] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Posted: 25 Feb 2021 01:23 PM PST I'm currently considering upgrading a few parts of my current build, but am overwhelmed by the vast amount of choices out there. My current build:
The areas I'm looking to upgrade:
Any recommendations or advice, even in areas I'm not looking to upgrade, is immensely appreciated. Thanks! [link] [comments] |
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