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    Simple Questions - August 11, 2021

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 05:00 AM PDT

    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.
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    • Is this RAM compatible with my motherboard?
    • I'm thinking of getting a ≤$300 graphics card. Which one should I get?
    • I'm on a very tight budget and I'm looking for a case ≤$50

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    My PC Building Guide Part 1: From Planning to Buying

    Posted: 10 Aug 2021 09:40 PM PDT

    Hello all,

    I've been thinking of making a masterlist of sorts for answering questions on how to build a pc from start to finish, including all of the necessary research prior to building. I've got tons of emails to write and essays to finish, but I figure this is a good way to relax and spend some quality time helping at least a few. I was initially going to make this one giant post from the beginning of how to buy to what to do after you build, but in the creation I realized just how much content I have to tell you. Part 1 will be just the pre-building phase, and part 2 will be the building and post-build setup.

    Background: I've been building PCs since I was 12 and currently make custom builds for a local computer/repair shop almost daily. In total, I've probably put together over 500 computers in the past 5 years alone and have seen all kinds of issues from new and experienced builders alike. I figure this list will basically be a list of issues I've seen in the past and the best ways to combat them.

    ​

    PRE-BUILD:

    Understanding what you're getting into: This section is a mental prep of sorts to answer some questions people may have when it comes to thinking of what they may need so they can have the best experience with their first PC.

    • What is a good low budget for me? This question can have a fairly loaded answer. The real answer is it depends. For most people starting their first build, I'd say around the $1000 price range will get you quality entry/mid-level parts that have a lot of upgrade potential. For some you might ask "Why don't I just get an XBOX for half the price?". You have to weigh the benefits to the cost: free online mulitplayer, multiple platforms like steam, epic, gog, etc., easy mod support for your favorite games, and more. Of course, you can always go cheaper when building a PC, but still be careful to understand the critical parts for a long-lasting experience. Additionally, most people already need a PC for work or school, and if you get a $400 laptop from somewhere like BestBuy and get an Xbox for about the same price, you could just get a $1000 PC and have it all in one system.
    • What is the most I should spend on a gaming PC? Like the previous question, it depends. Realistically, go ham my friend, assuming money is a non-factor in your life. Finding parts right now may be extremely difficult, but if you want a pc that is "future-proof", be ready to spend some good bucks.
    • I don't have a budget, but I want to have a decent price:performance ratio, what should I price myself out at? Before you ask yourself what budget you want, ask yourself what you consider decent performance. Do you want to game at 1080p and leave yourself open for upgrading down the line, do you want to game at 4k and relish in the eye-candy you've created for yourself? From the trends I've seen on the retail side of PC gaming, most people either go for the first option, or look towards the middle road: something that can game easily at 1080p-ultra/144fps and can hold it's own at 1440p/60fps. If you'd like to know my personal setup, I prefer mid-end CPUs and GPUs (currently an i5-10600k with a 3060ti) because they can still game exceptionally well in just about every modern title and will have a relative lifetime of at least 5 years. My last system was an i5-6600k with a 970 that ran from roughly 2014 until the start of this year.

    Research & Parts Selection: This section is all about finding the parts that you want and how to make the best choice when it comes to bringing new electronic life into this world, because unlike a child, you can pick and choose exactly what you want.

    • Are there any brands or manufacturers you suggest or I should avoid? Not really. I've generally had good experiences working with just about any part from any manufacturer. For parts like GPUs and PSUs, EVGA is outstanding. They tend to have the best warranties, decent customer service, and even have special programs like Step-up for your NVIDIA cards. I've also had some pretty good luck with MSI motherboards and GPUs, OLOy and G.Skill RAM, Western Digital SSDs, and others. The only company I've personally had problems with is Gigabyte. There have been multiple instances where I try to RMA a clearly defective product and they send it back saying they found nothing wrong. I once sent an RTX 2080 to them that would not handle load and the problem wasn't resolved for over 8 months and 3 times shipping it back and forth to them until they finally replaced it. They even once sent me the same motherboard with a missing pin claiming it was a replacement board. Maybe I was unlucky, but fool me once and all that jazz.
    • I know what budget I want, where do I start? Now that you have a budget, I'd say begin with your case. It may seem weird, but people have different needs for their computer and often times it begins with the amount of space they have and how they want it to look. The vast majority of people will be just fine with a full-ATX case, which is my personal recommendation. This size will allow the greatest variety of motherboards and often the most internal space for upgradability in the future. If you'd like some suggestions, feel free to ask in the comments.
      • NOT ALL CASES ARE BUILT THE SAME: There are countless cases at every available size, but they range wildly in their ease of building, room for future moves, and overall aesthetics. I see hundreds of suggestions for cases such as the NZXT H510, and I've also seen many new builders come into my store with that exact case (or the mATX/mini-ITX variants) having difficulty. It is a surprisingly difficult case to work in compared to some others I've used for a variety of reasons, but the main one is probably just how the space is organized if that makes any sense. There are some annoying trends I see in cases. First, glass or flat metal fronts will reduce airflow even if there are fans in the front because they have very little incoming air to push and have to generate their own pressure. This is why I always recommend a mesh front. Next, that weird metal part next to the motherboard that sticks out, you see it in NZXT cases often and others like one Lian Li case who's name escapes me. While it may be good to hide cables, it can obstruct other parts of the PC like the GPU or just make adding cables later a major pain. Last, having a completely flat rear panel can make some amount of cable management difficult if you have to add something like a fan controller that might be just slightly too wide to close the panel when you're done.
    • What CPU should I get? The main battle of the CPUs lies between choosing intel and AMD. I'm not going to tell you which one is better because it often lies to personal preference, though I will say I have seen far more home-built AMD machines come in for repair because of parts compatibility issues like getting a board that needs a BIOS flash or not having RAM that communicates well with the processor. Whichever you choose, you should understand what you're using it for. Are you just using it for games and basic programs? Get an i5 K model/Ryzen 5 as they are often cheap and will bottleneck very little. If you're not sure, there are calculators online to determine how well your CPU pairs with the GPU you desire. Are you planning on doing some streaming or running rendering programs as well? Get an i7/Ryzen 7 as they are far more capable and will help with your multitasking and rendering times. The only time I recommend an i3/Ryzen 3 or i9/Ryzen 9 is for those with a heavily restricted budget or just want to go all out, respectively. Another consideration you may have is whether or not you need integrated graphics. My answer is YES, ABSOLUTELY. If you're not getting a display, the quickest way to rule out a GPU issue is to see if you're still not getting display with your onboard. You can often tell if you have onboard graphics if you're intel chip doesn't end with an F (ex. the i5-10600kf does not have an iGPU, while the 10600k does) or if your AMD chip DOES end in G (like the Ryzen 5 4650G although I've only had those as shipments straight from Asia and never in a consumers hands). If you have a spare GPU around (you can buy an Nvidia 620 for like $20), you probably don't have to worry about it and forgoing the iGPU feature might actually save you money in the end so the decision is yours.
    • What cooler do I need? For most gamers, honestly the stock cooler that comes with most CPUs will be just fine, and the wraith cooler that comes with the Ryzens is exceptional. Sadly, the intel K series chips do not come with their own cooler, but the intel stock cooler can be bought for $10 or less usually. If you would like to reduce your temperatures or are looking to do some light overclocking, look for a good Air cooler. There is far less that can go wrong with an air cooler as opposed to a water cooler, and the temperatures are comparable or often better than water. The big thing on those, however, is to make sure that it fits. The cooler master Hyper 212 is like a brick of aluminum that will often not fit in smaller cases. If you must go water cooled, try to get at least a 240mm radiator as the 120s will sometimes just not do enough. I will never suggest a custom waterloop with reservoir and all to the new and even intermediate builder. Just get an AIO that is highly reviewed and from a reputable company. Just make sure that your case will support mounting the radiator somewhere without the hoses being blocked by something like that metal that sticks out in the NZXTs.
      • Side note: If you're choosing a newer intel chip that is socket LGA 1200 and you see a cooler you want that says it supports socket LGA 115x, it will still fit as the only difference between the two sockets is the number of pins internally and will not affect the fit of your cooler.
    • What Motherboard should I get? First, make sure the motherboard you choose both fits the case and fits the processor you need. You're on a fast trip to nowhere if you have a mATX case and decide to buy an ATX motherboard. Also, if you're getting something like a b450 board but the newest generation Ryzen chip, they may not always come with the proper firmware. In this case, you should make sure the board either has a USB flashable BIOS button so you don't need a display to do it, or you have a spare CPU of the supported generation to do that BIOS flash. With that out of the way, you will see motherboards range greatly in price, from $80 all the way to the thousands. I'd say for 90% of people, the boards in the mid $100s will be just right as long as you're not doing any intensive overclocking down the road because some of these boards may not be able to handle the difference in power draw. Other motherboards will sometimes come with interesting features. My personal favorite is that many of the MSI boards come with DEBUG LEDs that let you know what issue you may be experiencing when you're not posting after you finish your build. Some may have their own RGB, and others might even have a small display for things like temperature or whatever else. This is all personal preference.
      • Common motherboard mistakes: I've made a number of embarassing mistakes where I buy a motherboard only to realize one of my other parts won't work. First, make sure the board has the right number of headers for what you need. I've been in a situation where the case had 2 USB 3.0 cables for the 4 front ports only to realize later that my motherboard had just a single USB 3.0 port, so I needed an adapter that converted one cable to USB 2.0, ultimately sacrificing some of its performance. Other boards (generally mATX) may only have 1 Chassis Fan header an no AIO pump header, so you'll either need some fan splitters or a fan controller. Next, know what kind of RGB your board supports. It would really suck to spend a good amount on some addressable RGB fans with a 3 pin cable only to realize your board has only 4 pin headers. DO NOT TRY TO MIX THESE AS THE 4 PIN IS 12V AND WILL RUIN YOUR 5V 3 PIN CABLES.
    • How much RAM do I need and how much should I get? I'll say the baseline is you need 8gb MINIMUM for most games as just having Windows and a chrome tab open will eat up 3-4gbs. Unfortunately, 8gb is rapidly becoming obsolete for major titles and you are almost always better off with 16gb and 32gb is far more than enough for the forseeable future. For the price, generally 16gb 2x8 kits are the best. The next thing you'll see is RAM type and speed, measured in MHz. All modern RAM runs on DDR4 and is quickly moving towards DDR5, but make sure that the RAM you purchase is the correct DDR. Don't be that guy trying to save a buck and buy DDR3 16gbs for your 10th gen intel processor because that won't work. For speed, you need to know what works best with your CPU. Now, generally speed is more of a concern with AMD as they take much better advantage of speeds, and I'd recommend 3200/3600MHz for these chips. For intel, it doesn't matter as much, but I'd still say 3200MHz is a good bet since the price is so similar to lower speeds.
      • RAM Compatibility issues: Make sure your RAM is compatible and you are getting the best out of it. Some RAM, generally with Ryzen, likes to give issues for whatever reason, so if you read the spec sheet and see that it explicity supports Ryzen, go for that kind instead. Additionally, not all motherboards support higher speeds. Some, like the majority of intel mATX boards will limit you to speeds such as 2666MHz even if your RAM is rated higher. This is another reason why I suggest the full ATX intel Z boards and the AMD X boards because they allow for the best speeds.
    • There are so many types of drives, what should I get? No matter what, you NEED at least one 240gb or more Solid State Drive whether that's m.2 or 2.5" SATA. This way you can load windows onto this drive and have significantly better load times and and overall enhanced user experience as compared to a mechanical HDD. The difference between m.2 and SATA is there and somewhat noticeable, so if price allows I would suggest an m.2, but make sure whatever type you get (SATA-based or PCIe NVME) is properly supported by your board. Otherwise, a 2.5" SSD will do you just fine. If you're looking to save money, get that 240gb for your boot drive and maybe one or two of your favorite games, then get a 2tb mechanical drive for everything else. The reason for this is that for the price of a 2tb HDD, you'd only get a 500gb SSD, so a quarter of the space, although you are sacrificing some speed. Sadly games like RDR2, Warzone, and ARK take up MASSIVE amounts of space, so you may want to look into getting a bigger SSD at some point though. If money allows, I prefer going for a 1tb SSD and upgrading storage later one with other SSDs or HDDs so you have enough room. There are some issues with SSDs when they get close to 85% full or more, but that will be discussed later.
    • What GPU should I get? Right now? Whatever you can find. On a more serious note, GPUs are the most important part of your gaming experience and will be the most determining of your performance. Do some research online watching comparison videos between different cards and see what performance goal fits your needs. My personal recommendation is an NVIDIA card, either an XX60ti or XX70 because they tend to give you the best price:performance, although you may have different needs. NOT ALL CARDS ARE BUILT THE SAME. The same card can have radically different sizes based on the model and manufacturer. For example, I have a Cooler Master Elite 431 with a clearance of 315mm. The MSI Gaming Trio 3070 measures 325mm and will not fit. Imagine the disappointment you'd have if you chose a GPU that looked cool and spent hundreds of dollars only to realize it doesn't fit. Do your research and check out the spec sheets online to make sure you have what you need.
    • I can just get any old power supply, right? NO. DEAR GOD, NO. I made this exact mistake when I was young. I purchased a cheap 400W PSU for my custom build with an AMD A10-6800k APU (yeah, an APU) and guess who had smoke coming out of the back of his computer. The PSU is the underrated backbone of your machine and if you make the right choice, can last you through multiple generations and maybe even survive long enough to give to your own kids one day. First, look for that 80 plus certification to ensure it has at least 80% peak power efficiency and won't blow up on you under load. Bronze, Silver, Gold, and all that just means an increased percentage and possibly a longer lasting supply, but YMMV. Next, make sure you have enough wattage to cover the difference between the efficiency and your own power draw. If you have a 500W power supply with 80% efficiency, expect a good 400W power draw to start straining the system. EVGA has a wonderful calculator online to let you know what power your components are drawing under maximum load and can suggest the right wattage for you.
      • Modular PSUs are better, right? Not really, it doesn't matter too much unless you need extra cables or connectors for a bigger build. Fully modular PSUs are often more expensive for little added convenience. For cable management though, they are great. Most of the builds I do with modular PSUs end up not using most of the cables so that can save quite a bit of space.
    • What are some accessories or overlooked things I may need? You might have a great system, but do you have a decent monitor? Resolution can range from 1080p to 4k or more, but that's up to you. The most important part of a monitor is the panel, and the refresh rate. A 60hz monitor is passable, but the jump to 144hz is almost lifechanging. The jump from 144 to 240, not so much, but I'm not here to explain that and it's your money. As for panel, some monitors try to pass as 144hz when in reality the panel actually displays 60hz with a black frame in between. Also, the panel type is important for color display and image quality, so if you can try some out in a store, see what you like best. The next most important accessory in my opinion is your keyboard. A good, solid mechanical keyboard will make extended use far easier for everyday use and even help in response to gaming. Many membrane keyboards struggle with more than 4 or 5 inputs at time, and if you're trying to get that perfect crouch walk jump smoke on CS:GO, that could be the difference between a win and being a noob for life. Try out different switches and see what keyboard you like best, or just go down the rabbit hole at r/MechanicalKeyboards. Finally, you need a good mouse. I made the mistake of using a mouse that was uncomfortably small for my abnormally large hands for a palm grip and experienced some wrist pain after longer periods of FPS gaming. Make sure you know what kind of grip you use and your hand size, and like the keyboards, try to test some out in person.

    ​

    Okay, this will be the end of Part 1: Planning and Buying. I feel like I still have a lot of other things that will jump to my mind at some point, but this is a decent stopping point. If you have any questions on this please ask and I'll do my best to help out. Also, stay tuned for Part 2: Building and Driving in 24 hours and I will link it at the bottom of this post once I get it up.

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    8 months on the EVGA waiting list and I finally got one!!

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 01:09 PM PDT

    I reserved an EVGA 3060 ti XC around the start of the year. Totally forgot about it. Monday I get an email saying my (insert part number here) was ready.

    I instantly bought it and was elated for the rest of the day.

    Every day coming in to work me and my co worker would discuss whats on the Newegg shuffle and how we're putting on our clown suits... But no more!

    The cherry on top is yesterday I received another email saying that my (insert different part number here) was ready to be ordered. Lo and behold, looks like I reserved an EVGA 3060 TI FTW3 ULTRA as well! I immediately went over to my co worker's desk and told him I was about to make his whole year. His 3060 ti XC comes Friday Evening and my 3060 ti FTW3 ULTRA comes on Saturday.

    Finally time to throw out the ole clown suit.

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    Is Antivirus Software Worth It?

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 06:22 AM PDT

    Title says it all. I'm referring to a home computer build used for games, internet, MS Office. McAffee, Avast, etc. Should I use them?

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    Can i play at 1080p on a 1440p monitor?

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 12:44 AM PDT

    6600XT is actually avaliable in Germany for 379€

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 05:57 AM PDT

    These have been avaliable for like half an hour now: https://www.mindfactory.de/Hardware/Grafikkarten+(VGA)/Radeon+RX+Serie/RX+6600+XT.html/Radeon+RX+Serie/RX+6600+XT.html)

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    If you are in Germany this is definetly the best deal for a 1080p card ive seen since December of last year.

    ​

    For anyone still looking, i havent seen any more availiable AT MSRP, but plenty are still avaliable hours after launch near MSRP at 400-420€ :

    https://www.notebooksbilliger.de/pc+hardware/grafikkarten+pc+hardware/amdati/rx+6600+xt+amdati/page/1?sort=price&order=asc&availability=alle

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    1440p 144hz or 1080p 240hz

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 02:14 PM PDT

    I have a 5800x and a 3070ti and I'm having trouble choosing a monitor. Should I go 1440p 144hz or 1080p 240hz? I am also going to stream but I'm gonna use nvenc anyways.

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    Always looking to upgrade

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 09:54 AM PDT

    Anyone else just want to upgrade their PC when they've already got a valid rig? I got an i5-11400f, 32 gigs of RAM, a 1660 super, Asus TUF mobo b560, and I still just feel like upgrading for the hell of it. I play games at 1080p 144hz but a part of me just wants to bump up to 1440p at 144hz. I know just upgrading my monitor to a 1440p isn't enough I would need to snag a better card, the urge is real though.

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    5800x now faster than 5900x in gaming?

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 01:33 PM PDT

    I stumbled upon Techpowerup's most recent cpu review of the R7 5700G and I noticed under "relative performance" and noticed that they have the 5800x slightly outperforming the 5900x in gaming at 1440p and 4k. I don't believe this was the case when the chips first dropped last year. Does this make the 5800x the best pure gaming chip from AMD right now and should I get it over the 5900x? The 5800x can be had for around 350 compared to 5900x which is 500-550.

    Here is the link to the review:

    https://www.techpowerup.com/review/amd-ryzen-7-5700g/25.html

    5800x outperforming 5900x:

    https://imgur.com/a/2mqO4h3

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    GTX 1650 low profile or GTX 1050Ti

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 06:21 AM PDT

    so i am about to get my first ever pc and i am nearly ready to build it but the gpu is a big problem. i do not need it to be a super good gpu, i just want it to do its job well. and so i found 2 options:gtx 1650 low profile and a gtx 1050ti. which one is better? its goona go with an i5 10400f,16gb 2x8gb, 1tb nvme, a 550W psu. prices-> gtx 1650=316 euros gtx 1050ti=270 euros

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    1440p 144hz or 4K 144hz? Also GPU recommendations for my new build possibly!

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 09:00 AM PDT

    I have been running a 1440p monitor since ~ 2016, my original build was a GTX 980 SLI (lol) build and unfortunately despite building an entirely new PC, I'm faced with having to use them STILL until GPU prices lower a little. Not willing to pay the overinflated prices that we're currently seeing, and not only that, stock is still fairly sparse and it sells out pretty much instantly if it's priced reasonably.

    ​

    Because I have to use the PC for work also, I opted to just use the PC purely for CAD work until I manage to sort out a GPU. I managed to get a Series X at launch, having already owned a 120hz 4K TV it runs great. Not so sure what 4K gaming is like PC-wise currently, and was wondering if 1440p was the more viable choice. I need to also buy some new monitors at some point as I'm forced with having to use two very old 1080p Alienware monitors from 2010 alongside a 1440p Acer XB270HU from around 2014/15.

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    My new specs are as follows, obviously I plan on swapping for a better GPU as soon as possible: -

    Asus X570-P Mobo

    Ryzen 7 5800X Processor

    32GB RAM (Crucial Ballistix 3000MHz)

    Samsung 980 Pro SSD

    And finally using my awfully old Nvidia 980 GTX's until I can get a better card, any reccomendations more than welcome!

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    Having a hard time choosing which cpu to choose.

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 01:16 PM PDT

    Hello! Let me get straight to the point, I'm not the best when it comes to computers. However, I have been researching for the past couple of months. I decided to go with a 3080Ti and an 850W PSU. And my 2 options for CPUs are i7-10700k or the Ryzen 5800x. However I spent most time researching the other specs that i really couldnt find out what the best CPU would be for me. Someone please help me choose! It's gonna be my first pc build.

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    Mouse hertz

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 09:03 AM PDT

    So i wonder if i get a mouse that has 125hz and i have a monitor that has 144hz will my mouse move in only 125hz?

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    Thermal paste: when it's time to change it?

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 02:06 PM PDT

    So, I built my PC 2 years ago and the thermal paste was the one on the Kraken (NZXT) so I did not apply any extra paste on the CPU.

    Do you think I should check it or replace it?

    My pc runs smoothly and without any issues or high temps.

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    Is it ok to use this power cord instead of the one that came with my PSU?

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 09:54 AM PDT

    Option 1: right-angle cord

    Option 2

    I have an NR200 which already uses an internal extension cable to plug into the PSU, that then terminates in the back of the case where you can plug in the normal PSU power cord.

    However, I want to have the side panel facing the front of my desk which puts a lot of strain on the external power cord (that came with my Corsair SF750) due to how it must bend.

    Is it ok to use this cable from Monoprice instead of the one that came with the PSU? Which option above would be best?

    Edit: Added a second option. Both right angled cords.

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    Thanks for helping me build my first PC. Here’s my story.

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 02:45 PM PDT

    Huge shoutout to everyone on this channel for helping me research and build my first PC!

    I started my research about a full year ago. I slowly started compiling a list of parts that I was going to purchase for my build. I waited until I had a GPU in my hands before ordering any parts. I didn't want to have a PC fully built for months, while just sitting there without a GPU.

    I was here a couple months back posting that I was tired of looking for a GPU and was just going to buy a completed build to save my mental health. That post got deleted and rightfully so, I'm sure no one wanted to hear me complain about it. Good thing that I decided to stick it out.

    It took me quite a while to find a GPU because as you all know, it's extremely tough to find one in the current market. I'd say it took me a solid 4 months to actually find one. I used about 6 or 7 discord services, all to no avail. Every time I quickly clicked on an alert, I couldn't so much as add the item to my cart. The handful of times I was able to add the GPU to my cart, I couldn't checkout because by the time I clicked another button, they were long gone.

    I ended up getting one from my co-workers brothers friend who happened to get an extra 3070TI at MSRP after camping at Best Buy. Anyways, after a final week of building/tweaking I have complete my PC. Here are some picture and the part picker list.

    Thanks again everyone!

    https://imgur.com/a/6yRwZQd

    https://imgur.com/a/KXwUMWz

    https://imgur.com/a/heuL9K4

    https://pcpartpicker.com/list/4jkR7X

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    Gpu vibrating case at certain fan speeds?

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 04:37 AM PDT

    Hey guys, I recently got a Gigabyte Geforce 1660 super and at 80% fan speed it vibrates my case but at 90% and higher it doesnt, Is the gpu foulty or is it a error in instalation, should i return the gpu for a new one? Thanks!

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    Thanks for the help!

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 09:20 AM PDT

    Thanks for the help with solving my high temp ryzen 5 3600. I bought a hyper 212 rgb black edition today and now my temp is in the 50's instead of 90->

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    How to find the diffrence between the same gpu by diffrent manufactures?

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 02:18 PM PDT

    So i got the 6600xt (yay me). But anywhoo i bought the one made by powercolor. It was 370ish but there was one made by msi for 560. They had a cpu on sale so i got that as well. My friend said i could have gotten the more expensive gpu and waited on the cpu.

    Idk if he was joking but i decided to look online but couldnt really find anuthing that i could understand to justify the extra $200 .

    Could anyone help explain what to look for between manufactures?

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    Need some monitor recommendations!

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 02:08 PM PDT

    So I've been fortunate enough to secure an RTX 3080 and while it is great, my 8700k seems to be bottlenecking pretty hard at 1080p so I'm looking to take some load off by going 1440p. I currently have an Acer Predator XB241H and haven't really experienced a problem with it but I would like an IPS panel after the good things I've been hearing (or if you think a different type of panel would be more beneficiary?) I'm looking for a monitor that is 27" 1440p @ 144+ Hz with a budget of around £400-500 (can maybe squeeze a little more if the monitor is crazily good). G-Sync certified would be nice but GSync compatible would suffice. I'll be mostly using it for gaming with games ranging from Warzone/BF5(2042)/Valorant/LoL etc. Ive currently got my eyes on the LG-27GL850 after reading some really promising reviews all while being at £300 but please let me know some of the best available monitors from personal experience or by pure reputation.

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    Will a 750w PSU support my RTX 3080 and R7 5800x. The PC Build will be used mainly for 3D Modeling, Rendering, Walkthroughs etc. Mainly for Architectural stuffs. Possible overclocking in the future

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 02:07 PM PDT

    I am currently debating on what wattage of PSU I need. Im currently thinking of getting a ( Corsair Rm850/750, Corsair HX850/750 or Seasonic Focus plus 750/850 ) and does country outlet differ? Im currently based on the Philippines Below are my current specs.

    Mobo: Gigabyte Aorus x570 Pro wifi Cpu: R7 5800x Ram: Gskill Trident Z Neo 2x16gb 3600hz CL16 Ssd: Samsung 980 Pro 1tb Hdd: Seagate Barracuda 7200rpm 256 cache 2tb GPU: Rtx 3080 Dell Oem Cooler: NZXT Kraken X73 RGB Case: NZXT H710i Monitor: Gigabyte G24F

    As per pcpartpicker.com my estimated wattage is 569W

    Feel free to suggest any changes to the parts. Compatibility issues, bad reviews, better choices etc. Thank you for the assistance.

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    First build in 15 years, after some advice.

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 06:21 AM PDT

    Long story short I'm after a build that will satisfy a few criteria, namely 1. Streaming and 2. Photography (my job)

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    I have an old pc that I'll be using via NDI to do all the encoding for streaming anyway but I'm still after a semi future proof build as I don't plan on upgrading any parts for a few years at least.

    Currently I'm leaning towards this type of build.

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    • i7 10700KF 3.8ghz 8c 16th
    • ASUS TUF Gaming B560M-Plus LGA1200 mATX
    • Kingston HyperX Fury 16gb 3200mhz DDR4
    • Some sort of GTX 3070/ti
    • AOC Q27G2S 27" QHD 155hz (though I'm open to alternatives)
    • Crucial P2 1TB M.2 SSD
    • Lian-Li Galahad 240mm AIO CPU cooler (overkill I know | mounted on top)
    • Lian-Li UNI Fan 120mm x4 (3 for the front, 1 for rear exhaust)
    • Cooler Master NR400 mATX

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    I'll mostly be playing Valorant, F1 2020/2021, Genshin Impact, and an array of games I'm yet to play due to my current pc like Doom Eternal, Ghostrunner, and my most anticipated game in years - Halo Infinite. As for photography I have a physical colour calibration tool to get the colours right on the money but a larger screen will be fantastic for this.

    I'm open to recommendations on things to change, and yes I know getting a 240hz 1080p monitor will be "better" for Valorant but I'm willing to sacrifice a little hz (coming from 60hz anyway) for 1440p 27" which will work better for my photography and for more visually enthralling games.

    What I mainly need to make sure on is whether this will all fit together well as I haven't upgraded my pc in around a decade (i7 2600 + rx580 currently) and am a bit out of the loop on hardware.

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    Currently this is sitting around AU$2.7k-3k depending on what price I can get the 3070/ti for. It's probably slightly overkill also but like I said I don't want to be upgrading parts for quite a while.

    Any help hugely appreciated, thanks!

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    Looking for a chair I can kick my feet up with and relax

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 12:47 PM PDT

    I have an office chair for when I'm at my computer either working or gaming on my keyboard/Mouse. Sometimes though I want to kick my feet up and relax with my controller or watching netflix or something. Any good suggestions for something comfortable but hopefully not too difficult to swap out with my office chair. Trying to stay under $300 for a budget.

    If there is a better subreddit for this feel free to share I didn't see anything that seemed relevant in the related subreddits on the sidebar.

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    Build Help: Mobo and PSU Advice Needed

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 09:52 AM PDT

    Was finally able to grab a GPU from Microcenter this week. Wanted a 3080, but they only had 3080ti's so I decided to live a little. Anyway here is my current part list:

    PCPartPicker Part List

    Type Item Price
    CPU AMD Ryzen 9 5900X 3.7 GHz 12-Core Processor $500.00
    CPU Cooler Noctua NH-D15S chromax.black 82.51 CFM CPU Cooler $99.95 @ Amazon
    Motherboard MSI MEG B550 UNIFY ATX AM4 Motherboard $259.99 @ Amazon
    Memory G.Skill Trident Z RGB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 Memory $209.99 @ Newegg
    Storage Crucial MX500 500 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive Purchased For $0.00
    Storage Inland 1 TB 2.5" Solid State Drive Purchased For $0.00
    Storage Western Digital SN750 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive Purchased For $0.00
    Storage Western Digital SN750 1 TB M.2-2280 NVME Solid State Drive Purchased For $0.00
    Video Card Gigabyte GeForce RTX 3080 Ti 12 GB AORUS MASTER Video Card Purchased For $0.00
    Case Lian Li O11 Dynamic Mini ATX Mid Tower Case $114.99 @ Newegg Sellers
    Power Supply Cooler Master V SFX Gold 850 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular SFX Power Supply $144.99 @ Amazon
    Case Fan Lian Li UNI SL120 58.54 CFM 120 mm Fans 3-Pack $100.00
    Case Fan Lian Li UNI SL120 58.54 CFM 120 mm Fans 3-Pack $100.00
    Case Fan Lian Li Uni Fan SL 70.5 CFM 140 mm Fans 2-Pack $70.64 @ Amazon
    Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts
    Total $1600.55
    Generated by PCPartPicker 2021-08-11 12:32 EDT-0400

    First I am looking for advice on my motherboard. I picked this one because it has the USB 3.2 Gen 2 header which is required for the case I have. I also picked it because it has 4 M.2 slots.

    Mobo Question 1: On PCPartPicker the M.2 slots are listed as such

    2280/22110 M-key 2280 M-key 2280/22110 M-key 2280 M-key

    What is the difference in these slot types? Are all M.2 slots not created equal?

    Mobo Question 2: This GPU is beefy as hell. It seems that it is inevitable that the card itself will cover the M.2 heat sinks. Is this a problem or anything special I need to keep in mind for this?

    PSU Question 1: First I just want to confirm that this is the PSU listed in the PSU tier list under "A Tier Single Rail" category. Pretty confident it is, but just want somebody to confirm this is a top tier PSU. https://linustechtips.com/topic/1116640-psu-tier-list/

    PSU Question 2: On PcPartPicker my estimated wattage for this is 644. Is 850w enough headroom?

    PSU Question 3: If I wanted to get modded cables for this PSU am I better off getting a full cable mod set or just extensions? If one is better than the other do you have a specific recommendation?

    Thanks for the replies! Really looking forward to completing this build.

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    Please double check before I pull the trigger

    Posted: 11 Aug 2021 08:16 AM PDT

    Some quick context: My little brother is going to be upgrading his GPU soon, and when he does he said he'll give me his old rx 580. He also has a CPU cooler and a few extra case fans laying around that he will give me.

    I want to get a Jumpstart and have the computer built before I get the GPU so I can play games with him and some of my other friends on PC. My current monitor is just an old 720p Samsung TV. So until I can upgrade the monitor, I think I will be more than happy with integrated graphics.

    Here's my parts list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/qFM6Jf Please let me know if there are any incompatibilities apart from the mobo BIOS potentially needing to be updated. Thank you so much in advance for your help 😊

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