Recent content by Scottmt80

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    Is the i5-9600k a risk?

    I'm weighing my options for a cpu upgrade, currently have the i5-2500k (4.2OC) Primary uses is Gaming. I was going to just grab the i5-9600k because it seems to be the best value at my price point. But its so new, so unknown, they're very few reviews out and a lot of talk about 9th gen running...
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    Is my i5-2500k holding me back?

    I'm not happy with recent performance and I'm wondering if a new CPU, mobo and RAM is the answer. My priority is gaming. I don't need the highest settings but I would like to be able to hit 60 FPS at average to above average settings. For a long time I've been very satisfied with my PC but a...
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    Pull the trigger on R9 280X?

    I have been patiently shopping Graphics Cards for months, I'm in no rush to buy. My EVGA 560 Ti has been doing fine but i would like to upgrade for better performance. I see that Newegg has a deal on XFX R9 280X: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150678 I have no...
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    Itching to upgrade. Where to scratch?

    Thank you. I have looked into the 760's. Should I consider getting by on a 660. Is the technology of the 760 worth the extra $40-$60?
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    Itching to upgrade. Where to scratch?

    I built this gaming rig in the summer of 2011 and have been very pleased. Although performance has been satisfactory, I am ready to invest a little money to beef it up some more. What would be the best bang for the buck? Where could I actually see an improvement in performance? I should...