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  1. L

    Question Should i upgrade from 750w PSU to something higher for a Ryzen 9800X3D and a 7900 XT ?

    Title says it all, but here’s some extra context: My current PSU is a Corsair RM750 I want to overclock both the GPU and CPU. The GPU is already overclocked, and so far, I haven’t encountered any issues. Currently, I’m using a 12600K while waiting for my 9800X3D to arrive. Once I have the...
  2. F

    Question Bad RAM or CPU/MB - BSODs more rampant

    PC Details: Windows 11 Pro GIGABYTE GA-AB350-GAMING 3 (Latest BIOS) Ryzen 7 1700 G.SKILL Sniper X Series 32GB DDR4 3200 (Confirmed that the timing and voltages are correct) EVGA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB GAMING EVGA 210-GQ-0750-V1 750 GQ, 80+ GOLD 750W Need some help. This PC has been rock solid...
  3. T

    Question PC not fulfilling my expectation: How to find the source of the problem?

    Hey! So I bought and built this PC in July 2022 and ever since then, Ive not had one moment where I thought "Wow! This PC is soooo good". It runs games like CS2, Valorant (so games that do not need much to run) perfectly but as soon as it comes to heavier games like COD, Elden Ring (I know...
  4. D

    Build Advice New PC Build, advice needed

    Hey guys, I plan on building my own PC for the first time and I need some advice with some stuff. I'll use my current GPU for this new build (RX 6600, I know it's outdated and really weak for this new PC) I will upgrade it later on, I'm waiting for the new 8000 gen AMD GPU's, that's why I didn't...
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    Question Looking To Do Some Upgrades Or Should I Start From Scratch?

    Approximate Purchase Date: Within the next few months Budget Range: $1000 System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming, Web-browsing, Light editing Are you buying a monitor: No Parts to Upgrade: CPU, GPU, RAM, Storage Do you need to buy OS: No Preferred Website(s) for Parts...
  6. Mxhawthy

    Build Advice Planning to build a PC for the first time in 10 years, is there anything I should tweak with this build config? + Advice about RGB please

    Hi there, As the title says, I am looking for advice about any tweaks I should make to the below build configuration, but please note that I cannot stretch my budget any higher. I'm particularly looking for help making sure that my RGB setup will work well, and will be easily configurable. I...
  7. N

    Question Computer randomly shutting off while playing intensive games

    I understand that my issue is hardware related so I was assuming certain parts were overheating. I just recently upgraded almost all of my components inside my rig. The only things I did not touch were my GPU (RTX 2080S), PSU (Corsair CX750), and my storage. Everything else was pretty ancient...
  8. Springy_

    Question (HELP PLEASE) PC Boots to windows but and appears fine but then when shut down doesn't boot again

    Hi all ive been trying to repair a friends pc and have encountered some issues along the way the pc specs are as follow mobo: fujitsu d3061 cpu: i5-2500 ram: 16gb ddr3 At first it wouldn't even post CPU fan and PSU fan would spin and nothing else. I initially thought this was due to the psu...
  9. GekYume

    Question Same HEIGHT CPU COOLER/CASE WILL IT FIT?

    Hey yall I got a MSI Forge 100r and I'd like it pair it with a Xigmatek Air killer Case's maximum height is 160mm Cooler's height is 160mm will it fit?
  10. Conozor

    Question Looking for advice/suggestions to upgrade my PC

    Hello all, My system/gaming PC is almost 7 years old now and is showing signs of age. Therefore, I am looking to potentially upgrade my current PC, with a budget around 300€-500€. Because currently, buying a completely new PC is out of my budget. My knowledge of PC’s is basic, and outdated...
  11. pxalki

    Question What power supply should i get for this system?

    Built this pc 3 years ago. Recently my power supply stopped working. My sibling had another pc that i could use to check the parts and fotunately they were all working fine. But now im in need of a new psu and have no idea where to start as i havent built a new pc in a while. Specs: R5 5800x...
  12. Tyrese_16

    Question Dumb kid (Me) about to slave away (Get a job and work for dozens of hours with overtime) to get a computer. In DESPERATE need of direction and advice

    Alright, I'll make this brief and blunt; as stated, I am a 16-year-old teenager with plans to attentively work a summertime, part-time job and save up to buy a computer. This aside, however, I have NO IDEA what to do and how to go about doing it, hence why the phrasing for all of this is...
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    Build Advice need recommendations for good 450watt psu under $100

    i want to build new pc, can someone recommended me a good 450watt psu under $100 for rx 560? here's the spec: Processor: i5 6500 Motherboard: asrock H310M-HDV/M.2 SE RAM: Team Group Elite Plus Black DDR4 2666Mhz 8GB GPU: Asus Dual RX 560 4GB SSD: MSI SPATIUM M371 NVMe M.2 500GB
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    Question Can't get bottom cover off laptop -- get local shop to upgrade it or buy new laptop ?

    Hello All So for the life of me I can't get the bottom cover off this HP Omen 15-ce019dx laptop. i think best shop does it, i tried with my Ifixit tool kit twice, but the 10th screw just will not budge no matter what i do. If i go for a replacement was thinking an ALL AMD Gaming Laptop from...
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    Question System hangs and BSODs frequently ? (cause almost found).

    Greetings! Firstly, as this is my first forum question, I apologize should something may be missing or out of the preferred formatting. Since around the start of this month (May/2024) my system started to present itself with random hangs and BSOD and sometimes even fail to POST. Unfortunately I...
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    Question Unable to force close applications on Task Manager after they crash

    I have been running into an issues with games, if they are to freeze I am able to access the task manager and close the application but the game background process still appears to be running if i look at the process in task manager. I know this is the case due to the launcher for the game...
  17. D

    Question better cpu or gpu HELP

    i want to buy a PC with these specs 16gb 2x 8gb corsair vengance 3200mhz ASROCK B760 pro rs d4 wifi powercolor rx6700 team group mp33 pro 512gb deepcool cc360 argb but my problem is when it comes to cpu and psu i could get a i5 12400f with bundled cooler but with a RM650 or i could get a i5...
  18. yogagogga

    Build Advice Need advice to upgrade my current gaming PC build!

    I've had this build for some years now, it was top of the line during the time of purchase however I feel like it's becoming more and more outdated now. On newer games, I find myself turning most graphic settings to medium, lowering the resolution to 1080p and shadows to the lowest, and I cant...
  19. R

    Discussion wrong computer diagnose ! :(

    Hello,I work with tech repairs as a hobby, and I plan for it to become a more serious endeavor in the future , like a real work. However, for that to happen, I need more people to reach out to me to solve their issues. Today, I discovered that I gave a wrong diagnosis to a colleague of mine at...
  20. Eatthatmuffin

    Question CPU upgrade, Entire Rig Broken

    Long story short, I wanted to upgrade my CPU. I went from an i5-10600KF to an i9-11900KF. I upgraded to the 10600 a couple of years ago, alongside my current motherboard (ASUS B560-PRIME), and had no problems. By all means, things went exactly as I would expect, except that when I reinstalled...
  21. allhappy

    Question First PC Build, Parts List Opinions, Feedback, and Compatibility Advice please

    Hello all, I'm currently doing research on parts for my first ever PC build, and I was hoping to get some advice regarding part compatibility before I buy. This is a PC which is I want to use for programming (data science/Machine learning,deep learning) with very light gaming. I want this like...
  22. D

    Question First PC Build, Parts List Opinions, Feedback, and Compatibility Advice please

    Hello all, I'm currently doing research on parts for my first ever PC build, and I was hoping to get some advice regarding part compatibility before I buy. This is intended to be a creator style PC which is intended for GIS (cartography/data science/computer...
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    Build Advice Please help me build my new PC with a Ryzen 7800X3D after 14 years ?

    hey please help me build my PC, its been a long time coming. I could not buy or update from my current one for long time due cost constraints. i am not looking to overclock or need of any RGB. Motherboard: MSI MAG B650 Tomahawk or MSI Pro B650-P ? which one is having Supports for AMD EXPO...
  24. D

    Question 24" Monitor compatible mounting with "Samsung 24" Odyssey G3 Gaming Monitor"

    Hi, My second monitor that I've had since 2014 just recently broke and I'm looking to buy a replacement. I also want to take this opportunity to try out a dual monitor mount/stand. My main monitor currently is the "Samsung 24" Odyssey G3 Gaming Monitor" which I'm happy with, however it's not...
  25. Nori1337

    Build Advice Questions about a custom system

    First off, I'd like to start by saying this is my first time ever posting here, and that my first language isn't English, so please, forgive any mistakes you see along this post. I'm planning on getting a new PC and contacted a shop that builds custom PCs, in my area. My budget was more or less...
  26. N

    Question GPU upgrade assistance for a 1440p Mini ITX build ?

    Hi guys, the day has come I can no longer confidently play late release games at 1440p maxed out and would like to update my GPU and hopefully avoid needing to upgrade every other component. My PC has run flawlessly for the last 5 years+ for casual gaming and is only starting to show signs up...
  27. iSpextor

    Build Advice Upgrade/New Build

    Approximate Purchase Date: this weekend in light of Black Friday / Cyber Monday Budget Range: Up to ~700€, if absolutely needed and/or very worth could be more System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming, Streaming Are you buying a monitor: No Parts to Upgrade: CPU (therefore potentially...
  28. W

    [SOLVED] Advice needed: gpu for music pc

    Hi everyone, I'm looking for a new gpu and need some advice? Especially, because I do not know how specific values relate to each other. My GPU right now is a FirePro W4100. TechPowerUp: https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/firepro-w4100.c2611 My main goal is a low power consumption and...
  29. T

    Question GPU Usage is not going above 30% when gaming ?

    Hello, I bought a prebuilt PC with decent specs. I always thought it was underperforming however, I recently saw my friend's Nvidia 1060 running better than my 2070 Super and realized it is worse than I thought. I have done some research recently and found my GPU usage in game is very low. I...
  30. Peter041

    Question Is this a good machine for the price?

    Here are the specs - ASUS TUF B650-PLUS GAMING (AM5) (D) - AMD Ryzen 9 7900X - Corsair Vengeance DIMM 64 GB DDR5-6000 (2x 32 GB) - INNO3D GeForce RTX 4070 Ti X3, 12288 MB GDDR6X - SAMSUNG 990 PRO 2TB - Aerocool Mirage L240 240mm, water cooling(black) - 750W FSP Fortron HYDRO K PRO 750 -...
  31. A

    Question What should i get for my next Headset / Headphone + Microphone combo?

    Hello Everybody, My current Hyperx Cloud 2s are getting pretty old and are slowly starting to fall apart so I was looking at a futur replacement. I really liked them over the years and i could buy them again (63€) but maybe there is a better alternative now. I want a new over ear Replacement I...
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    Question Wifi mesh recommendations

    Hi everybody, I'm just looking for a bit of advice for a first time wifi mesh setup. Currently with virgin media on the hub 3.0 and the router is sat on the other side of the house. It's not practical to run an ethernet cable all around the house to different devices. I've tried a range...
  33. nathank9000

    Question Build advice / parts list - 3D graphics workstation (Sketchup/AutoCAD/Revit/Corel) - $ 2,500-3,000 budget

    Hi, everyone. Forum noob here, looking for advice. Here’s my deal: I used to be involved in hardware, and know how to put a system together, but my knowledge is ~4 years out of date, and now that I need to put together a workstation, I’m overwhelmed AF with the options. I need it for my design...
  34. thr93

    Question Recommended upgrade path ?

    Dear Forum, I need some advice. So far my pc works great. Recently playing Remnant 2 with FSR on high. FPS are 40 ish to 75 Without FSR it will be much worse. Do you guys think it's time for an upgrade and if so. For which component? This is my current RIG: CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K GPU: AMD RX...
  35. Blaze Lazuli

    Question New Build/Upgrade advice

    Approximate Purchase Date: Not sure probably at least a couple of weeks. Budget Range: $2500-$3000 System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming,media watching, and some coding for school. Are you buying a monitor: Yes was the main reason for this whole rabbit hole ive got myself into...
  36. K

    Question Upgrade or Nah?

    My current rig is: Ryzen 5 2600 Asus B450M-A Sapphire Pulsa RX570 8x2 GB Avexir Core 2 16gb 2666mhz 2x8 Seasonic S12II 520 Asus VG249Q1R My rig is currently running in its 5th year. Mobo has been brought to Service Center around 2020, also currently the Dual Channel slot doesnt work. (Ram...
  37. PC Tailor

    Question Build Advice - Photo Editing, Mid-Range UK

    I'm a little more out of touch with the best value to performance hardware nowadays so always appreciate some advice or guidance! This is a potential build for a friends photo editing PC. Not video editing, just photo editing, but potentially on the more intense side of photo editing. Main...
  38. Armoredhound

    Question B550 motherboard advice ?

    Hello there! I'm on the edge of buying 3060 TI + Ryzen 5 5600X - but I can barely even squish them in my budget, so there's not much I can do about the motherboard itself. I'll present you a couple of options for a couple of B550 motherboards, please advise me on what I could get. I am not...
  39. JeanDonver2056

    Question Laptop lid is bent on one side, is this a hinges issue?

    Hello all, my laptop lid is slightly bent on one side. It won't close 100% all the way to the left however the other side is 100% fine. Could this cause issues in the future? Pictures are in the link since it won't let me post it. View: https://imgur.com/zX29bHs View: https://imgur.com/a/1d9PgcK
  40. DREDKNOT_2077

    Build Advice Advice needed for a Pop_OS server with VM's ?

    Is this a decent server to start build on ? https://pcserverandparts.com/build-your-own-custom-hp-proliant-dl380-gen9-8-bay-sff-2u-server-2-5/ with these two xeon which is a little better then the ryzen 5 pro 2400ge but up side thers 2 for the price id like to get this an add some tb ssds...