2021

Forum discussion tagged with 2021.
  1. TheFrostedPickle

    [SOLVED] Advice on upgrading my PC ?

    I am a competitive Fortnite gamer and am in need of a 240 hz experience but I can’t get that high of fps. I am sometimes at 180 fps and sometimes at 240. It really depends. So I was wondering what I need to upgrade to reach 240 fps. Idon’t have a 240 hz monitor yet so I’m not sure if that fps is...
  2. bobbyboi

    Question Can someone help me improve my PCPartPicker list?

    Hello, in a month or two I should be ordering the parts for my PC build. However, I was wondering if anyone could help improve my PCPartPicker list. List: https://au.pcpartpicker.com/list/FRQbbh The motherboard and memory are $0 and marked as Already Purchased because I was given them to me...
  3. V

    [SOLVED] Where can I find RAM and SSD upgrade specs?

    I've got an ASUS ROG Zephyrus 2021. It has 16GB of RAM and 1 TB NVME drive. The RAM and SSD have one empty slot for upgrades. I've read the entire manual and no where does it say what the specs are of the RAM/SSD it supports. Where can I find this info...
  4. LowTier

    [SOLVED] Question regarding upgradability of LG gram 2021 16"

    I am having trouble finding the best ram and nvme storage for the laptop. It comes with two DIMM slots. One is soldered (8gb) and the other removable and upgradeable. There are 2 slots of PCIe M.2 NVMe. One is occupied, 2nd one is empty. Both slots could be upgraded. I was going to add two...
  5. Y

    [SOLVED] How to buy windows 7 activation key online in 2021 legally

    Hello, can I still buy windows 7 activation key legally in 2021, I understand that I should upgrade to windows 10 but for now I still wanna stay with windows 7 for several reasons, and one of the main reasons is my pc is weak. so is there any legal way to do that? thanks.
  6. D

    [SOLVED] Sounds Blaster Audigy 2 ZS in 2021?

    Is the Audigy 2 ZS card worth using instead of onboard chip today for watching TV, music, and games on the newer boards and the ones made in the last 10 years? I was given two cards for free and thought of putting them in my two PC. One is from 2010 and one from 2016. Also, I have two sets of...
  7. G

    [SOLVED] I need advice before buying a PC

    I am trying to make a PC that would be a good gaming PC around the 1500-2000 price range. I have linked everything that I will buy. most of the list - https://pcpartpicker.com/list/pbvKdD graphics card -...
  8. T

    Question Is 2 cores enough for studies in 2020? (i7 7500u)

    Hello people! I have some component knowledge inside my head but since I only look and learn about components when I’m looking to upgrade my rig, I am now quite out of date. So I turn to you! I’m planning to start my studies this fall, to become a real estate agent, so the time to get myself a...
  9. R

    [SOLVED] My first PC build!

    Hello! ;) After long research I made it! As I have mentioned before in my previous thread, I never build a PC in my life. This is my first build! Here it is : Motherboard - ASUS ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING CPU - AMD Ryzen 5 3600X Cooler - AMD Box Cooler GPU - ASUS RX460 (My old GPU. I decided...
  10. xpLoaDeD

    [SOLVED] New 2021 Build

    Hello everyone! Im about to upgrade from a 2010 platform and i cant make up my mind on this two alternatives... On the Intel side, I5-10600k. Will be used with my existing Hyper 212 evo . AMD side, Ryzen 5 5600x, comes with a budget cooler. Where i live there is availability for both CPUs...
  11. J

    Question Best laptop choice for motorcycle mechanic? (2021)

    Hello, I want to know what kind of laptop and what price range should have to cover the needs of a motorcycle mechanic and keep it for some years? He needs it to process programs like Dynojet power commander, Motec, and Haltech software so he can remap or (create new maps) programming Electronic...
  12. N

    Question Consumer MB with DDR5: Intel or AMD first?

    There are so many leaks, rumors and announcements that is is very hard to keep track. I think I will upgrade when I get DDR5 (and hopefully also USB4). Nevermind all the fanboyism and other considerations, but just strictly on the topic: Do you think AMD or Intel will have the first consumer MB...
  13. mraazx

    [SOLVED] Should I upgrade to Ryzen 5 3600

    Hello Experts , So I know this question may sound lame but still its bothering me so I need expert help from this community. This is my rig : CPU : Core i3 8100 3.6Ghz Mobo : Asrock 310M-M.2 Ram : Gkill Riljaws 16GB(8x2) 2400 GPU : Sapphire Nitro+ RX 580 8GB PSU : Antec Neo Eco 550 80+ Bronze...
  14. TechyInAZ

    Discussion Is 8GB of VRAM Enough For the Future? (VRAM Consumption Discussion Thread)

    Hi Community, with VRAM consumption going up considerably in 2020 with games like COD Warzone and especially DOOM Eternal, are we at a point now where 8GB of VRAM might be the minimum requirement for games of 2021? After doing research on the matter, seems evidence is pointing more towards this...