Recent content by ValarMorghulis

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    BUILD: $1400 Gaming PC THOUGHTS?

    Hey guys, here is my build. I'm going with the 750w PSU and the H100i CPU cooler for future proofing and I prefer hybrid hard drives. I'll also be using Wi-fi for a while, hence the Wi-fi MOBO. Any advice? Any adjustments? I appreciate your feedback! PCPartPicker part list...
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    Best IPS Monitor?

    I currently own the ASUS VX238H monitor. It is a TN panel with a 1ms GTG response time. Its served me well but I prefer better color reproduction. I'm looking for an IPS 24" or 27" 1080p, with accurate color reproduction and decent responsiveness. Keep in mind that glossy displays don't bother...
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    Gigabyte Z87-D3HP INCOMPATIBLE with a 430w PSU?

    Hey guys, so I built my first PC yesterday and unfortunately It won't turn on. When I hit the power button, the ceiling lights in my room dim for half a second and thats it. Nothing else. I assume maybe theres some PSU or Motherboard issue, hoping its nothing major. I ended up finding out in my...
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    NEW BUILD, and NOTHING HAPPENS. Please HELP. Ceiling lights dim though...

    Hello guys. So I built my first pc today. I made sure everything was plugged in and I'm pretty sure my wiring is solid. BUT, when I click to power on, NOTHING happens, EXCEPT the ceiling lights in my room dim for half a second. What do you guys make of that? I'm very knew to building PC's and I...
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    Building a more than capable desktop for family. What do you guys think? Need input!

    Hello guys. I would like to start off with clarifying that I am inexperienced when it comes to building PC's. I understand how the process works and which components are needed, but I have not yet built one. I do, once I obtain a good sum of money, plan to build a high end gaming rig in the near...
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    Best Motherboard for i5 + gtx770?

    What would be the best motherboard for a 3570k i5 and an evga gtx 770? Overclocking intended. I'm currently looking into THIS gigabyte...
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    High end build. Advice?

    I am new to PC gaming and have decided to build a gaming pc for next year. Below is the build that I have come up with, which I am certain will future proof my gaming for quite some time. I plan to max out games at only 1080p for the time being but I'd love to know how this build would do at...