Recent content by TommyGar

Is 144+Hz really... really worth it? I'm not a competitive gamer. I am a true filthy casual. But I like my pixels to looks as flawlessly pretty as possible, on a tight budget. I've got about $350-$400 (US). I want a 27" 1440p, just having a hard time on the whole 60hz vs 144hz/165hz. They look...

Thank you. Just what I needed to know! :)

i7 6700, 16 GB RAM 2033 (single chip), 3 storage drives, RX 570

I currently own XPS 8910, the only non-oem parts are the PSU (Thermaltake 500w) and the GPU (RX 570). I made a post on the "cases" forums about choosing between a Phanteks Enthoo Pro or the NZXT h500 cases to migrate all the components. Someone suggested I should get a new motherboard since the...

I can get a new Nzxt h500 for around $60 or a "lighly" used Phanteks phoo(?) pro for $50. My current pc is a Dell 8910. Intel i7-6700. There is an excellent install post on another forum for the nzxt case. But i havent found one for the Phantek. Anybody have some experience with the same Dell...

I have a Dell XPS 8910. (i7-6700, 16gb ram, rx 570, 500w psu, 3 storage drives. I need options/suggestions to migrate all the components to a larger full tower case. Maybe a Dell case, just larger? I'm having temp issues. Nothing is getting dangerously hot, but I'm uncomfortable with 70°+...

Thank you for the fast reply. But the video shows an Nvidia card. Those, apparently, don't have as many issues with compatibility in older computers. I specifically need to know about an Amd "XFX RX-570 4GB". Physically I know it's a tight fit, but it fits. The RX 570 fits in a Vostro 260, but...

I can get a hold of a Dell Optiplex 9010 with i7 and 16gb of RAM for very cheap. I have a Corsair CX-550 PSU. THE QUESTION IS: Can I use in an AMD RX-570 4GB in this system? REASON FOR ASKING: The RX 570 doesn't like older Dells. Vostro 260 had no signal. Something about UEFI.

@1 Thanks for the reply... But I don't need a lecture, I need an answer. @2 The temps before the blowout were in the mid low to mid 20s. The room is about 5 degrees above ambient. @3 Did that already. The case is very hot to the touch at the general area where the CPU socket is located, I...

The 500w PSU on my PC (AMD FX 6300) blew up on Saturday. I'm certain it was my Video Card that killed it. I went and bought another PSU, this time "550". (for reference Cooler Master Elite 550 v2). The problem now is that my CPU is running very hot: 30c-45c on idle with around 2% usage from...

I'm looking to buy the GTX 760 but I saw that the "minimum" amperes is 30a. MY Dell's PSU is only 18a on the 12v rail. But its a 1000 watt psu. How would that work?

Mobo: ECS A960M-MV Fan: LOGISYS Computer BETA 400 ST The aftermarket fan had a 3 pin power conn, the stock fan had 4. The fan is always at 100%. Is this fine? Doesn't seem fine to me, but I'm no expert. =/

Hey, so it seems like every time I insert a USB flash stick into my PC the USB WiFi adapter takes a dump. Is there something wrong with my USB connectors? Or is this to be expected? Any ideas? Windows 7 64bit Mobo: ECS A960M-MV...

So the Lepa N500-SA is better?

Currently my system with a Radeon R9 270 is being powered by a LEPA N500-SA but I recently got my hands on an ARK 600/12, for FREE! Anyway, the specs on the side show 2x 12v connectors @ 15 amps each. My LEPA also has 2x PCI-E connectors but it only shows one whole rating of 34 amps on the 12v...