Recent content by amanneedsaname

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    Is my CPU overheating?

    About 2 weeks ago a built a new system... Intel - Core i7-8700 3.2GHz CRYORIG - H7 ASRock Z370 Killer (fan speed set to performance, 3rd fastest speed) Fractal Design - Define R5 Black Silent Ambient room temperature is probably 20 degrees Celsius. There is no cable issue inside, it's nice and...
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    i7-8700 Stock Cooler Question

    Which cooler did you get Wizake? I've used the Hyper 212 EVO in my last 3 builds, I'm wondering if there is something better now in that $20-$40 price range.
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    i7-8700 Stock Cooler Question

    I've read in certain comment sections that the stock cooler for the i7-8700 doesn't work well enough to keep it cool. Can anyone here confirm if this is true or not, and if so, recommend a better cooler? Preferably relatively cheap since this cuts into the savings of the non K chip. Thanks.
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    New PC Build Options

    Thanks. Anyone have any advice related to MOBO/RAM?
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    New PC Build Options

    I do realize the CPUs may be out of stock, I'm okay with waiting and getting the right pieces when they're available.
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    New PC Build Options

    Hello all, I'm in the market to build a new PC. It'll be used for various office type things, but most importantly for gaming. The ideal goal would be something that will play med-high settings at 1080p for 3-4 (or more) years. The biggest question is making sure the CPU, MOBO, and RAM will all...