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    My RX 480 doesn't appear to be performing as well as it should

    Just built my new PC with a XFX RX 480 8GB and a FX - 8350. When I play a game I can only do the lowest graphical settings or near it and still have my PC heat up tremendously. Any way I can fix this? ASUS M5A99FX Pro Corsair Rm850X 80+ Gold Modular XFX GTR RX 480 8GB AMD Black Edition FX -...
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    GTA V won't allow me to change graphical settings

    When I change the settings in GTA V and restart the game as prompted they get reset to the basic settings. I should be able to run GTA V on Very High to Ultra settings in 1080p: XFX GTR 480 8GB FX - 8350 16 GB of RAM I put it on a Kingston SSD with ample room to spare.
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    How is my build? Total noob!

    Seems decent and compatible; however I know that you can get the RX 480 from MSI for a cheaper price than the R9 380. https://www.amazon.com/MSI-GAMING-RX-480-4G/dp/B01KIZUF7Y It does require however a 500w PSU which is cutting it close.
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    Which AMD GPU should I get?

    In the end, looks don't matter as long as you don't place your PC in a contest of some sort. Performance and cost are key and since half the reasons you listed for the ASUS GPU are aesthetic, a reference card should do especially the blower ones in your case because of the size and airflow. It...
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    Best cooler for the AMD 8350 at a mid size case

    I just built yesterday my new PC and the stock cooler that came with the FX-8350 is quite loud. Not just is it loud but it also can get quite hot while playing the simplest of games. The RPMs can get up into 5000s often. I was thinking on getting the Cooler Master 212 Evo; however upon...