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It's starting to be summer a bit concerned is idle computer being around 50s-58 concerning? When I game such as Elden Ring / Dragons dogma can be up to 70-80.
I'm not much of a wizard here when it comes to heat.
Those are still well within the safe limits.
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What is a good upgrade for r5 5600g? For 1080p to 1444p at 60 to 100fps.
Depends on the games, but a 6700/6750 XT should do the trick.
I was wondering what cpu I would need or should update to. I currently have a 1660 super but I am planning on getting a rx 7600.
I'd focus on the GPU first, then the CPU. With your 5600G I'd go with a 6750XT ($300-330) and cap out at a 6800 non-XT ($360-380) or 7700 XT ($380-400) depending on your budget AND your power supply.
If you're not trying to get crazy high frames or anything like that, a 5700X would be as high as I'd go. You could max out the platform with a 5700X3D, but it'll depend on the GPU you end up going with. If you're set on the 7600, your 5600G should still be good for a bit longer.
Thanks. I've found a AsRock 7600 for under $300 and new. So I suppose I would prefer to go with that. Also I was thinking about upgrading my cpu to the 5700x3d but wasn't sure on the price, but I haven't really looked into it enough.
assuming you already have a dedicated GPU, a CPU like a 5700x3d or anything from the latest generation of cpus
if you don't have a dedicated GPU, then get a GPU like a 7700xt/4060ti?
I'm planning on getting an rx 7600 eventually but currently I only have a 1660 super.
hi guys!
i'm currently putting together a list for a future first-build ( within 3-5 mos. ) and just wanted to double check if these parts are okay / compatible! i do want an all white build, with the same cpu and gpu selected as i'm saving for a high end build regardless! i'd say my gaming and productivity are relatively even, however i do more extensive work with photoshop, ae, and blender outside of gaming. as for games, i'm a story based / casual gamer ( rdr2, tlou, cyberpunk, bg3, heavily modded the sims 4 and minecraft, etc. ) but also do enjoy a good fps!
a couple questions i have:
is the motherboard / cpu combo compatible?
is there any extra cables i should buy for a cleaner look?
does it really matter if the psu is white / black in this case ( will it show? )
if anyone has the time, i'd appreciate the feedback on the questions, any swaps / better components, or if its good to pull the trigger when the time comes. :) thank you! ( https://pcpartpicker.com/list/MdW3pB )
The CPU and motherboard are compatible. The motherboard comes with BIOS Flashback so you can update the BIOS before installing the CPU to warrant compatibility in case it's an old stock from before the 14th Gen's launch (and I think that's a refresh motherboard so it should be compatible right out of the box). You could also go with a different motherboard and save ~$100.
You could go with the Arctic Liquid Freezer III and save ~$130 (and escape NZXT's ecosystem).
The CPU cooler comes with a small tub of thermal paste, there's no need for the extra tub.
If your productivity workload is large enough, consider 64GB of RAM instead.
I'd go with a different PSU, the RMe lineup is known for having coil whine issues. The PSU is hidden behind the motherboard tray in dual-chamber cases (or the PSU shroud in some dual-chamber cases like Phanteks NV5/7), only the cables will be visible.
A cleaner look requires fewer cables, not more, what comes with your PSU should be more than plenty. Choosing a white PSU with white cables eliminates the need for cable extensions or custom cables if you plan to stick to the white theme.
Hello.
I'm looking to build my first PC. Nothing serious but not too weak either.
Currently I have this idea:
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/bm7Xrv
Is the motherboard good?
Is the case good?
Do I need to buy an aditional cooler for the processor?
Since Ryzen 7 5700G has integrated graphics I might skip the GPU for now.
However I'd like an opinion on GPUs that I can use with that processor. If it isn't too expensive I might just buy it as well.
My budget is about $800 - $900.
Any other ideas for builds are welcome.
Thanks in advance.
What's it going to be used for? If gaming, getting a GPU is essential for having any kind of sensible value, and if you're going for sub 900 you've easily got the budget for something like a 7700XT.
Motherboard looks fine for its price
5700G does come with a stock cooler that does okay enough for performance, but something aftermarket would be nice for less noise.
I'll use it for gaming, and some browsing and office work.
Is 7 5700G good? I can't tell which Ryzen 5 or 7 is good. Which GPU should I pair it with?
If you're getting a GPU you generally don't want the 5xxxG things, they're a little slower than the CPU-only ones. For that kinda budget you might as well go current generation though, AM5 is mostly only useful for when you've already got a system you want to upgrade than for a new build or for when you need to go real cheap (in which case everything's bad value).
Which GPU to get really just depends on your budget, the more you spend the more gaming performance you get, there's a fairly flat curve of total build price to total gaming performance.
Could do something like this
PCPartPicker Part List
I'll take a deep look. I'm still a newbie in this PC building world so I really gotta study everything before making a move.
Thank you for the info and your time!
What would be the main use for the PC? If your use case doesn't really require a GPU (office work and web browsing), it could be more than enough (and I'd still suggest going with a more recent platform), but it depends.
The iGPU in the 5700G is okay (using a 5600G), but playing stuff at 1080p would struggle to maintain a decent framerate, it works best at 720/768p (and even then some games have a hard time staying at 60FPS).
The Wraith Stealth bundled with the 5700G is okay, but it gets a bit loud when the CPU gets hot. A $20 CPU cooler would help keep noise and temps down, but it's not a "must".
You don't have to buy individual RAM sticks, you can buy a 2-stick kit that's tested and validated as a pair.
I would also go with a different SSD. The NV2 has 3 variants with different specs and there's no easy way to tell which one you'll get.
You can save like $10 with a different case that's slightly more known and tested.
These are the changes I'd make while keeping that build as-is but getting some cost-effective stuff. Now, trying to optimize the budget up to the $900 cap, you can get something like this Intel option with double the storage capacity, a faster CPU, and a solid GPU for 1080p and some 1440p.
Mostly for gaming. Not heavy gaming tho, just smooth gameplay. Browsing and office work as well.
I chose Ryzen 7 5700G because it seemed good. But what about the others? R5 5600G - 5600X and R7 5700X Are they better or worse? They all cost almost the same in AmazonMX. ($150-$180 USD aprox.)
Whats a good budget GPU to add on? Can I pair it with a 'X' processor?
Do you have a good motherboard you recommend?
Should I get 32GB RAM or 16GB? I heard the 'G' processors take some RAM.
Sorry for all of these questions, I can't decide what to choose.
The 5600G and 5700G have fairly similar performance, but if you're going to buy a GPU, skip those CPUs, you'll get better performance with a 5600 or 5700X paired with the GPU. RAM will depend on your use case, 16GB is plenty for the casual user.
The idea is to optimize the budget. The idea is to get the most performance out of that $900 cap.
Personally, this is what I would pick with a $900 budget - the best GPU I can get within the budget, a decent CPU and motherboard, 32GB of memory, a 2TB drive, a good case, and a good power supply.
This other option would be the "bare minimum" I'd go with (and an Intel alternative for about the same price, I'd go with the Intel one).
First time putting a build together
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/R9K3pB
Have to keep everything in a Micro ATX case, anything I should change?
your cooler. 100%, that tiny cooler is for cases that are actually small and cant fit a tower. https://pcpartpicker.com/product/hYxRsY/thermalright-peerless-assassin-120-se-6617-cfm-cpu-cooler-pa120-se-d3
here's everything I'd change PCPartPicker Part List
Okay thanks, I didn't know if I could get a bigger fan, this was originally a miniATX parts list that I changed for reasons
Currently planning to buy my first 1440p monitor and dont have a lot to spend. I've narrowed it down to either the Acer Nitro 27": https://acerrecertified.com/acer-nitro-27-monitor-wqhd-2560x1440-ips-1ms-180hz-350nit-hdmi-displayport-xv272u-v3-scratch-dent-um-hx2aa-301-hu/
and the Nitro ED270U: https://acerrecertified.com/acer-nitro-ed270u-27-monitor-wqhd-2560x1440-170hz-1ms-250nit-hdmi-displayport-ed270u-p2bmiipx-um-he0aa-202/
I believe that the only difference is that the base Nitro model is 350 nits and 180 HZ over the ED270U's 250 nits and 170 HZ. The only thing the ED270U has over the base is that it's curved. I've never played with a curved screen before but am curious to try it out- is it big enough of a difference to justify sacrificing 100 nits of brightness and 10 FPS?
I'd get the 180Hz 350Nit, it has a better stand as well. i think a curve is unnecessary on a 27" monitor
I think I willl since I was already kinda leaning towards that. I have a feeling I'll notice the bump to brightness and possibly FPS more than whatever positives the curved panel would have.
Starting to notice some CPU bottlenecks on games, so I'm thinking about upgrading my build for the first time. Currently have a i7-9700k - what's the current gen equivalent (i.e. mid-range, not crazy expensive but still decently powerful)? I know I'll need a new motherboard as well, but will I need new RAM? Is everything DDR5 now, or will the DDR4 i currently have suit me fine?
For a mid-range primarily gaming build, I'd recommend building around an AMD 7600 CPU. It roughly competes with Intel's current-gen i5 CPUs, and AMD is generally better for gaming than current Intel CPUs. You could also go with something like a 7700x, which would be more like an i7, or a 7800x3d, which is generally considered the best gaming CPU currently available.
If you want to keep your DDR4 memory, you could build around an AMD 5800x3d or 5700x3d. Those CPUs are on the last-gen AM4 socket, however, so will have less longevity and be less upgradable.
Nah, not worth hamstringing myself on the rest of it just to keep the DDR4. Good to know about how the AMD cpus compare, i’m a lot less familiar with them atm.
As far as the ram goes, what’s considered good speeds these days? Haven’t kept up with things hardly at all and i feel super out of the loop on specs lol.
With an AMD 7000 series CPU you pretty much want DDR5-6000 CL30 memory. For technical reasons they perform best with that speed of memory, meaning lower the speed and you sacrifice a lot of performance for a small cost savings, but any faster and it's not worth the extra cost for the tiny performance increase.
like a 13600K or 7700X. you can only reuse ddr4 on intel's newest platform.
https://www.techspot.com/articles-info/2802/bench/Average-p.webp
been looking for a GPU to build a new PC after years and right now im considering 4060ti due to its considerable price and power, but I have noticed the 4070 super, its 230 euros more and im not sure if it is worth at all. I do not mind playing at mid/high, but I wanted some capability to play with RTX on games like cyberpunk, metro, control etc. at 1080p 60fps. some people talk about the limited VRAM but I am not seeing any bottlenecks in the video comparisons I saw (it stays at 6/7gb VRAM).
any help from people with experience would be amazing. thanks!
vram: https://youtu.be/Rh7kFgHe21k?si=tfKh75lWuNjcnyUl&t=532
4070Super: https://tpucdn.com/review/nvidia-geforce-rtx-4070-super-founders-edition/images/rt-cyberpunk-2077-1920-1080.png
I understand you linked a video where he uses a card that cannot perform at that range, to test. 1440p on games it has 45fps means the card is bottlenecked to hell and back. Realistically even at 1080p some games barely reach the 60fps meaning that pushing textures and RT (VRAM usage) to the max will make it shit the bed and be totally dependant on memory calls, which makes the radeon a better card.
Again I have not seen a 4060TI be bottlenecked at 1080p with a decent build.
Regarding the 4070 super, FE is not a good comparison since that build is not obtainable, I would be getting a ASUS DUAL which seems to struggle with temps a lot more (but its cheaper).. performance is whatever, from what I have seen, they both do great at 1080p and 4070 super better at 1440p and both shit the bed at 4k, which I dont care at all for.
If anyone has the time, can you review my new build? About to pull the trigger, but feeling pretty nervous...
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/FjD8gB
PCPartPicker says ARCTIC Freezer III 360 is incompatible with Phanteks NV5, but I've seen other posts saying it fits fine. I was unable to find if the RAM was on the QVL for the mobo, but it says EXPO compatible...
If it was my list, I'd make these changes. The 7800x3d doesn't consume more than 100W under full load. An aio cooler isnt needed
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/PnYHMV
PCPartPicker Part List
Thanks for the response! I already bought the case fans (admittedly, probably more money than I needed to spend on fans) so I can't switch those out. I'm curious about the X670E to B650 mobo switch. I was a little worried about PCIE lanes. I wanted to move over 2 M.2 SSDs from my old build to this one, and I was worried about lane bifurcation. Would that be an issue with the B650? Aditionally, I was thinking the X670E chipset and PCIE lanes would be better for the future.
The board I included has 3 m.2 slots. Will you really add more than 2 more m.2 ssds?
If so, there's also pcie x4 slots which you can adapt to m.2. it's really not an issue
You can read the spec sheets. If they don't say anything about slots sharing pcie lanes, then they don't share lanes (or bifurcate. I think that's what you mean)
I see. I'll look into that board, thanks for the recommendation! Also, you mentioned an AIO is not needed for the 7800x3d. I had the understanding that CPUs always run as hot as they can and self-throttle so I thought more cooling=better. You're saying that is not an issue for this chip? Thanks again for the help.
Building a PC for the first time and decided on this build pcpartpicker.com
I was looking at the PSU Seasonic FOCUS GX-650 and on amazon, it says the product size is 7.28 x 12.44 x 4.69 inches. I looked online and this model should be 140mm. Is this a typo or is it the size of the package? Would it fit in a Meshify C?
Also any suggestions on a CPU cooler? I just picked out a random one and still need to decide on what I want.
Always trust the manufacturer's dimensions, what Amazon tends to list are the package dimensions unless specified. You could also go with the 750W version (the updated version with the 12VHPWR cable), and save $20.
Either the Peerless Assassin or Phantom Spirit will do just fine with the 14600K. Do note that the memory will be covered by the rightmost fan in the cooler and the RGB won't be visible, if you've yet to buy a memory kit, going with a low-profile kit would be a cheaper/better option.
If you've yet to buy the drive, you can either save some cash there going with a cheaper (and similarly fast) 1TB drive or get a 2TB drive for a bit more.
Thanks for the advice. I don't see that specific PSU is pcpartpicker. Not sure if it's a compatibility issue.
Edit: Nvm it's seasonic-focus-gx-750-atx-30-750-w-80-gold-certified-fully-modular-atx-power-supply-atx3-focus-gx-750
Should I upgrade my motherboard/cpu or my gpu first? I do a lot of video editing and music creation and streaming, so it can be pretty heavy on my pc at times
cpu: amd ryzen 3 2200g (radeon graphics, 3.5 ghz)
motherboard: a320m-dgs
gpu: nvidia geforce gtx 1050 ti
my system is outdated its begun to struggle to run stuff, like I cant even play the new cods or marvel rivals at all
you pretty much need all upgraded, but start with cpu/mobo/ram
I have 32gs of ram actually. or do I need to upgrade that too still?
ram: Corsair Vengeance LPX 32gb (2x16gb) ddr4 dram
Not if you upgrade to 5xxx gen cpu from AMD. Not sure if that mobo supports the upgrade.
I know jack all about pc components or building them, but I am looking to pick up something that can run popular games pretty well. I don't need anything high end and brands don't matter to me as long as it runs well. Just looking for a starting point - is this a decent deal and if not why?
The CPU belongs in the trash, so no.
Can i get someone to check my possible build for me? Using parts i already have and i cannot go over $1000 USD. Wondering if there is any better options/routes to go that could be most cost effective/cheaper. Thanks in advance.
PCPart Picker List
7600 non-X instead of the X version, ~$20 savings.
Smaller CPU cooler, ~$12 savings.
Different motherboard, ~$20 savings.
Different RAM kit, ~$20 savings.
Different SSD, ~$21 savings, or, ~$13 more for a 2TB drive.
Different PSU (the one on the list had no price).
Smaller UPS (no need to go overkill), ~$60 savings.
Updated list (with 1TB SSD).
thank you so much this is exactly what i was looking for.
I'm planning to upgrade my PC ( motherboard, ram and CPU), but I'm not sure if I should replace my PSU too. It's a Seasonic with 750W and it's 5.5 yo. should I just buy a new PSU?
What are you upgrading to? It's probably a good idea to get a 750w or 850w with a 10 year warranty if you plan to keep upgrading, since you can get one on sale for $80, but if you're going modest with an AMD CPU and GPU that are power efficient, you'll probably be okay if your PSU shows no signs of fault.
I'm upgrading to a 7800x3D
dont bother then.
I just installed a m.2 SSD and made it the boot drive instead of a SATA SSD. It was running fine for a couple days, then it started crashing intermittently, and now it seems like windows Explorer keeps crashing while the computer is on and it becomes unusable.
My first thought is to disable path limit length and see if that helps, but I'm wondering if this is more likely a software problem or if I installed it incorrectly somehow? What's the best way to isolate the problem?
Hey, I've had my new rig for a few months now (built it end of last year). I have a 7800X3D cooled by a deepcool LS520 with the fans replaced with THERMALRIGHT TL-C12C-S ARGB 120mm. Recently I've realized that if I use my PC for medium workload (CPU at around mid-high 60s) even after finishing said workload and switching to light use (chrome, youtube, etc.) the temps would remain relatively high (high 50s). If I restart my PC, then temps would return to normal (low-mid 40s). It wasn't always like this, usually it would just go back to normal temps. I know that temps are still within safe perameters but I'm just worried should it continue like this. Any ideas? Should I repaste or something?
That won’t cause any issues, but I think what you’re describing is caused by the fan curves not the hardware
Is this a good time to buy a new rig, or am I better off waiting for the next generation of GPUs/CPUs to get the most bang for buck?
It's all about how long you want to wait. Im sure that way before this time next year we are gonna see new generations from everybody.
I'm starting my first custom build, I mainly want to use it for regular home use + some gaming (think along the lines of games like FF14), and hopefully last me a few years. Had a friend offer two different specs, I'm unsure of which would be more value for money. I did want a mainly white-aesthetic with blue rgb lights (though it doesn't have to be fully white at the cost of performance). Can anyone advise?
The main question is how much are you willing to spend? What's your approx. budget?
The 7600 + 7800XT combo would be good, but depending on your region, budget, and availability, there could be some other options in terms of parts that could help lower the cost a bit more (CPU cooler, RAM, SSD, possibly GPU, PSU, case, fans, etc).
I stay in Singapore, my budget is around 2.5k SGD (or 1.8k+ USD). I'm a bit unsure of how the pricing may vary amongst region.
Like a lot of other people, I'm unnerved by the warnings that Windows 10 will be EOL'd next year, so I'm starting to plan for the hardware upgrade I'll need to go through to get up to speed. I've done upgrades before, but only because I wanted more juice. This is the first time I've had to upgrade because of hard-defined system requirements for Windows. So, I have some questions about what the bare minimum is that I can do in order to move into a still-supported OS.
I currently have an Intel Core i5 6500 CPU, in an MSI Skylake 150 motherboard - both from 2017. So, at the very least, I'll need to upgrade both of those. Will I need new RAM, too? Will my GTX 1060 still work?
If anything, you can modify the W11 ISO file using Rufus when creating the bootable media to update the OS even with unsupported hardware - I used W11 with a 4th Gen i3 4330 for about a year with no issues - and receive "most" mainline and security updates.
If you'd rather upgrade your parts and plan to reuse your RAM (I'd consider replacing it with a faster 3200/3600 kit), you can go with either AM4 (5600, 5700X3D) if you're on a tight budget or LGA1700 (12400, 12600K, 13600K) with a B660/B760/Z690/Z790 DDR4 motherboard. If you'd rather go with DDR5, then either AM5 (7600) or LGA1700 with a DDR5 motherboard.
The GPU is compatible with anything with a PCIE x16 slot, yes.
Also, double-check your PSU's age and warranty.
i'm buying new memory cards and after much consideration i end up with either a G.Skill Trident Z5 Neo RGB or an ADATA XPG Lancer Blade RGB, i only know at surface level they're both DDR5 6000MHz CL30, but i don't know the details when looking at the specifications.
i can get either for pretty much the same price($15 diff), so price is not a factor here, i just need opinions from people who understands the nitty gritty of part specifications, which one do you think is the better product?
The ADATA page doesn't provide much for specs, but it's kind of irrelevant as there will be at most a tiny performance difference between the two, and it could take mucking around with memory timings in BIOS to see it.
So I'd get whatever one is cheaper, or that you like the look of better if that matters to you.
Currently running an r5 3600/6600 xt on a b450 tomahawk w/ hyper 212 evo...
Maxing my ram to 32gb 3600 cl16, and upgrading to a 5800x3d/4070 super.
Is a peerless assassin enough to cool this cpu?
Yes. You could go with a 5700X3D and save some cash, the performance difference is minute.
Was not aware. I'll look at some benchmarks and most likely cancel and reorder on Amazon in a bit
building 14900k + 4090 pc, I would like to connect 6 monitors (4 gpu + 2 motherboard).
is there an issue connecting both motherboard and gpu? I saw many comments on posts saying "connect to gpu only"
Not an issue as long as you enable the CPU's integrated graphics in the motherboard BIOS, many motherboards will disable it by default when a graphics card is installed.
Thanks, mate. How do I make sure the PC uses the GPU when I play games instead of the CPU graphics?
You can assign it in Windows settings, like this
My current PC setup is:
Ryzen 5 3600
MSI B450 Tomahawk MAX
Corsair TX650M 650W 80 PLUS Gold
32Gb DDR4
I currently have a 3070, but potentially have a good deal on a 4070 Super, and I'm just wondering if the power supply I have will be capable of running it without any issue, or if it's cutting it fine?
Your CPU draws under 100 watts and a 4070 Super draws 220.
Meaning the 650 watt PSU is plenty unless you have 20 hard drives stashed in your PC.
It's enough, the 4070 Super uses less than 250W.