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    Simple Questions - April 30, 2020

    Simple Questions - April 30, 2020


    Simple Questions - April 30, 2020

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 05:09 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. Examples of questions:

    • Is this RAM compatible with my motherboard?
    • I'm thinking of getting a GTX 1070. Which one should I get?
    • I'm on a very tight budget and I'm looking for a case < $50

    Remember that Discord is great places to ask quick questions as well: http://www.reddit.com/r/buildapc/wiki/livechat

    Important: Downvotes are strongly discouraged in this thread. Sorting by new is strongly encouraged.

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    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 08:36 AM PDT

    EDIT: It looks like the admins have decided to remove this feature for the time being. We'll keep you updated with any relevant further developments.


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    Once you have built your PC, you should get off hardware subreddits.

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 03:46 AM PDT

    This is my opinion.

    Once you built your PC, then you should get off this subreddit and other similar ones.

    You will never be satisfied with your PC if you get newer & better hardware shoved down your throat everyday. This also counts for youtube hardware channels, which are basically just advertisements.

    The whole PC building thing can easily turn into an obsesssion, which it already is for many people.

    What do you think about this?

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    Disk performance HDD vs SSD SATA vs M2 NVMe - a beginners guide

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 02:25 AM PDT

    After stealing a hard disk from my wife's MacBook Pro, I did ask first, I found out why it was a terrible idea!

    I was curious (as a non hardware person) as to how disks have got better over the last 10 years.

    https://davemateer.com/2020/04/19/Disk-performance-CrystalDiskMark-HDD-vs-SSD

    Thought I'd post here if anyone is interested.

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    Do fully modular PSUs have all the cables I could ever need in the box? Or do I need to buy them separately?

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 03:56 AM PDT

    All I know about PSUs are in this link. I'm yet to actually purchase one myself.

    Do fully modular PSUs have all the cables I could ever need in the box? Or do I need to buy them separately?

    A non-modular PSU is attractive to me because I don't need to acquire additional cables. However, if fully modular PSUs come with the cables in the box but not attached that would sway my opinion.

    Bonus credit: Is there any downside to buying an excessive wattage PSU? Ie. purchasing a 1000W PSU when realistically a 750W would probably do. Just looking to future proof myself.

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    FanControl: SpeedFan is dead, so I made a new modern one myself.

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 08:51 AM PDT

    Speedfan doesn't work on my MSI Z390 board, BIOS fan control is horrible, so I made this:

    https://imgur.com/a/Op7Fc6j

    Main thing you need to know: you can control your case fans from both your CPU AND/OR GPU temp.

    Tutorial(s) (playlist): https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=PLICmn1_a7bGBYnhnD76W5hR9e5CK2bkDi&v=LyIaxuppBAI

    LTT thread : https://linustechtips.com/main/topic/1099996-openfancontrol-my-take-on-a-speedfan-replacement/

    Based on : https://github.com/LibreHardwareMonitor/LibreHardwareMonitor ( the raw DLL is used and exposed next to the exe. You can swap it. )

    What do you guys think?

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    2x16 or 4x8 Sticks of RAM ?

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 05:55 AM PDT

    Question is in the title, I not sure about choosing between those two options. Is there any performance differences between 2x16 or 4x8 ? If not i'll take 2x16 for future upgrades.

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    Unrealistic Budget for a Gaming PC?

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 05:41 AM PDT

    Hey guys, so I'm 17 and I've basically been a console player since I was 6. I've had all of them, ps2, ps3, ps4, wii, wii u and Xbox 360. After recently selling my ps4 to get ready for the ps5, I've suddenly gained interest in switching over to the pc gaming community instead. My budget is $800 CAD Max. I was wondering if this is an unrealistic budget, I've seen many people saying that you won't get something great and it may not be worth it. I'm only 17 and I do have a job but I don't have that much to dish out for a pc. I'm not some hardcore gamer or a pro, just casual and like to play for fun in my free time. My question is, with a budget of $800 CAD would I be able to get a good gaming pc to play games such as GTA V, Valorant, COD? Or should I just stick to PlayStation with a budget like that? Thank you so much for taking the time to read this long essay :) i would really appreciate it if I could get some feedback from the best!

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    First PC Build 1440p ultrawide

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 02:47 PM PDT

    Hey guys, have never built a PC before and have no idea what I'm doing

    My monitor is 1440p ultrawide at 100hz and I want to play games at moderate settings.

    Here is my rough draft for my parts. Feel free to rip it apart:

    https://pcpartpicker.com/user/nav1998/saved/zV7Hzy

    Will I run into any issues with ultrawide?

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    Is it okay to put my SSD next to my PSU or no? There really isn’t much of a barrier between them except for the SSD’s protective case

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 02:59 AM PDT

    What is the point in having more than 16gb of ram??

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 12:28 PM PDT

    Hi, so I was wondering as I'm getting a pc soon and will upgrade it in the future what the actual point of getting more than 16gb of ram is?

    • I'm very new to pc's and building them so any help is greatly appreciated :)

    Thanks in advance :)))

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    assembled pc doesnt start

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 05:39 AM PDT

    Hey guys,

    so i assembled my new computer with an asrock b450m motherboard and an amd ryzen 3 3200. i put in together everything nicely. when i start my computer i see the power on LED shining, i can see my rgb keyboard showing its colors, all 3 fans in my computer are working but my screen stays black.

    the problem cant be the monitor or the cabel, because i tested it on an old computer and it works perfectly fine.

    Im pretty upset and dont know what do. i basically checked everything.

    Would apprieacte any help

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    Need to add Firewire to my PC

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 03:23 PM PDT

    This is my first post here. I'm hoping this is the right place to ask about this.

    I've completed my AMD build and I'm loving the new machine.

    I'm trying to acquire a firewire card for my PC so that I can hook up music-studio gear (specifically, a presonus FIRESTUDIO Project). I thought a simple PCI card would do the job but I've been through a few and am starting to think that I'm missing something.

    Here's my parts list so far: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/techism/saved/TTCWbv

    I'm worried that I'm not understanding something about PCI, there have been some changes since my heyday.

    I have already tried a firewire PCI card: Vantec 2+1 FireWire 800/400 PCIe Combo Host Card https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004QY7M3Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

    Result: The machine wouldn't post when I had it plugged in no matter which of my free PCI slots I used and no matter if I had the extra power connected to the card or not. The reps told me it was a bad card and to return it for replacement.

    The second one came and it did the same thing.

    I ordered a third card from another vendor, and the PCI interface was gigantic and couldn't even go into the computer. Nothing on the site describes the exact PCI interface so I don't know what I can expect from y fourth attempt. At this point, I'm getting a little frustrated and have been resorting to using my busted old mac laptop for any audio work. Even if I get a card that works, I don't trust that I'm not throwing some unintentional bottle-neck into the mix or cripling my nice and speedy rig.

    Any advice for a firewire card that I should expect to work with ANY of the bottom three PCI / PCIex slots on this Asus ROG Crosshair VIII Hero Motherboard?

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    Need an old gpu

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 03:16 PM PDT

    Does anyone have like maybe an older more dated card they can sell or even give to me. Something like a Radeon R7 240. Anything that will keep the price low. I don't have much money right now but I'm in the market for a little gpu that is extremely cheap.

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    Logitech G Pro X or Razer Kraken 2019 edition?

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 03:09 PM PDT

    As suggested by the title, I'm looking to buy a gaming headset for my pc build.

    The Logitech is ~$130, while the Razer Kraken is going for $75 and under depending on color and where you buy it.

    I've seen video reviews, and mic quality seems better on the Logitech (assisted by their acquisition of Blue Microphones).

    The Logitech is supposed to have better mid-tones, while the Razer is supposed to have a more pronounced bass.

    My use would be mainly for gaming competitively (and some music), and I would like to choose the best balance of audio and microphone quality.

    Thoughts?

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    Best 144Hz Monitor under $200

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 06:45 AM PDT

    Just as title says, what would be the best 144Hz monitor I could get for under $200 that is durable and won't stop working after 3 months of use. Using an Nvidia GPU, btw.

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    What should I upgrade for my son’s PC?

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 10:26 AM PDT

    I've been out of the gaming world for years (my last big video card purchase was a 9700 pro, if that helps date me). My son is getting big into gaming lately and could use a little more performance. His current setup is:

    • I5-6400
    • 1x8gb DDR4 (has 3 open slots)
    • 500gb SSD
    • 1060 6gb
    • Oculus Rift S
    • A good looking case with plenty of space
    • Nice monitors and peripherals

    (I think that's all the relevant bits).

    He's not ready for a whole new setup, but I'm thinking there are some quick wins here. Namely, I think more memory seems like the obvious route.

    Not sure on the 1060 - he says it slows a bit at times, but most of what he plays is just fine.

    What would you upgrade here first?

    Edit: grabbed another 8gb stick to start - memory is really cheap right now!

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    Is upgrading to an i7 8700k from an i5 8600k that much of a difference? I have a Z370 gaming 5 MOBO.

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 02:44 PM PDT

    Like the title says, I currently have an i5 8600k and am looking to upgrade. I've looked into the 9th gen CPU but am worried my motherboard can't handle it. So I've looked into the i7 8700k, but am wondering if spending the money is actually worth the upgrade. I use my computer for gaming, and alotnof games I play are CPU heavy. Such as Arma 3 and Bannerlord.

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    Console gamer for 25+ years now saving up money from each paycheck to buy and build my first gaming pc! I’d like to spend around $2,000 for just the case and everything in it. I’ve already gotten a decent monitor but can always upgrade that later. I would love for your advice and opinions!

    Posted: 29 Apr 2020 07:05 PM PDT

    I've messed around with pc part picker but I really don't know what I'm looking at for the most part. I love puzzles and have watched some videos on YouTube on how to build and do's and dont's.

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    R5 3600 or R5 1600af to go with a 1660 super for 100 FPS+ 1080p gaming?

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 01:00 PM PDT

    Im looking for a good RGB case under 100$, preferably with 2 or 3 fans in it.

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 07:09 AM PDT

    Best Video editing Laptop Premiere/After effects 4k-8K footage for UNDER $2,500 !?

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 02:03 PM PDT

    Hi all,

    I've been editing on the Acer helios 300 ($1,099 laptop) for the last 2.5 years. It just busted and I am in the market for a new video editing laptop. I've been looking at the Razer series laptops, advanced and base models. I'm honestly not sure what specs I need and don't want to spend more than I need to.

    Let me know your thoughts PC community! Thank you!

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    Whats the best wifi option for a new PC?

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 04:11 PM PDT

    Is there anything to look out for with mobos with onboard wifi? Is a dedicated PCI E card worth it vs a USB adapter or onboard one?

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    If you are new to computers, do not get an AMD GPU (5600, 5600XT, 5700, 5700XT, etc.)

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 04:04 PM PDT

    The 5700XT has been out for nearly a year, and I am STILL getting random black screens, random BSODS, random game crashes, micro-stuttering, and other issues. This completely ruins my experience in pretty much every game I play. One black screen for 5 seconds can ruin over an hour of progress in some of the games I play because it causes me to die.

    You may be thinking, "but the 5700XT's price/performance ratio is so much better than the 2070S." This is a flawed way of thinking. You aren't paying 100$ more for just 10% better performance. You are paying 100$ more for 10% better performance aaaaannd a SMOOTH, CRASH-LESS, BSOD-LESS, RANDOM-BLACK-SCREEN-LESS experience. Trust me, IT IS WORTH IT. My 5700XT has caused me so much inconvenience it is unreal.

    If you want a smooth plug-in-and-play experience, go with NVIDIA. I promise you. I was an AMD apologist for a long time, but I'm done. When NVIDIA's 3000 series launches I'm dumping the 5700XT and going team green.

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    List of $2200 PC Build for Gaming: Which is best?

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 04:02 PM PDT

    Hey guys,

    I have some potential builds put together with a $2200 dollar budget in mind. Which here do you think is the best? This computer would be mainly meant for gaming, but maybe some coding.

    1st Option: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/769VgJ

    2nd Option: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/w9BMrV

    3rd Option: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/RP9VgJ

    4th Option: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/769VgJ

    5th Option: https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/8GHkmg

    6th Option: https://uk.pcpartpicker.com/list/Q6Zkmg

    7th Option: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/FrBwK4

    8th Option: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/r7nbx6

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    Building my first PC. Any comments or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

    Posted: 30 Apr 2020 01:49 PM PDT

    I'm currently planning on building my first PC and just wanted to get some comments on the quality of the parts selection or if there may be any potential issues that you guys might notice. Currently I'm planning on using:

    CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X

    https://pcpartpicker.com/product/3WYLrH/amd-ryzen-5-3600x-38-thz-6-core-processor-100-100000022box

    CPU Cooler: Stock Wraith Cooler

    Motherboard: MSI B450 Tomahawk Max

    https://pcpartpicker.com/product/jcYQzy/msi-b450-tomahawk-max-atx-am4-motherboard-b450-tomahawk-max

    RAM: G.Skill Ripjaws V 16GB at 3600Mhz

    https://pcpartpicker.com/product/jBZzK8/gskill-ripjaws-v-16-gb-2-x-8-gb-ddr4-3600-memory-f4-3600c16d-16gvkc

    Storage: Silicon Power 512 GB NVMe SSD and Seagate Barracuda 2 TB 7200RPM HDD

    https://pcpartpicker.com/product/XML48d/silicon-power-a80-512-gb-m2-2280-solid-state-drive-sp512gbp34a80m28

    https://pcpartpicker.com/product/mwrYcf/seagate-barracuda-computer-2-tb-35-7200rpm-internal-hard-drive-st2000dm008

    GPU: Gigabyte RTX 2060 Super Windforce

    https://pcpartpicker.com/product/C4Dkcf/gigabyte-geforce-rtx-2060-super-8-gb-windforce-oc-video-card-gv-n206swf2oc-8gd

    Case: Fractal Design Focus G ATX

    https://pcpartpicker.com/product/ZHmxFT/fractal-design-focus-g-black-atx-mid-tower-case-fd-ca-focus-bk-w

    PSU: EVGA BQ 600W 80+ Bronze Semi Modular

    https://pcpartpicker.com/product/DmWrxr/evga-bq-600w-80-bronze-certified-semi-modular-atx-power-supply-110-bq-0600-k1

    Would this need any extra fans or anything else to function well without blowing up? I'm a pretty big newbie when it comes to this so if there's anything I'm missing or overlooking it'd be greatly appreciated. My budget is around $1000-$1200.

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