So I'm getting a second hand pc for 200$, specs are---
CPU - I7 10700
MOBO - ASUS PRIME H510M-E
PSU - Coolermaster 650w
STORAGE - 2tb ssd (WD)
I have heard that motherboard is an entry level, so what's the performance I can expect? (I don't tinkle with overclocking, neither I have the plan...
Hey everyone, so I'm new to PC building and I've been researching and trying to learn it.
With a budget of 800 to 900/1000 euro I'm trying to build it for some gaming and would like a high-end machine.
Since I'm not that deep in the industry, I'm asking for you help for some suggestions or...
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...
(If I can get some advices or any better options it would be helpful cuz im new in this)
CPU: R7 5700g
GPU: RTX 3060 12gb (Future)
ATX: Prime B550-plus
RAM: Fury beast ddr4 2x8gb
SSD: Acer Predator m.2 1tb
Monitor: Lg Ultragear 24GN600-B
PSU: Segotep 650W 80 Plus Gold
Case: GAMDIAS ATX...
Hello,
Im currently looking to upgrade my workstation and i cant decide between these two processors (i9-14900k and amd ryzen 9 7950x).
I am primarily looking for a processor most suitable for deep learning. I expect high ram usage and wish to have as much ram available as possible.
Furthermore...
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...
My old PC died in a house fire. I wanted to future-proof the new one as much as possible.
Budget: 2,600 (this does not include the monitor, mouse, and keyboard. Although I will need to buy that.)
Location: Las Vegas
Uses: PC Gaming
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/wfNw7R
Time frame to build next...
I am looking into upgrading a few parts in my current PC (AMD Ryzen 7 3700X ). I run a single-gen2 HyperV virtual machine for personal programming projects/learning. Mostly Go and Ruby. I don't game much, so I am not overly worried about FPS. I may end up eventually running Linux on bare...
Hello Everyone,
first of all I really appreciate what you are doing here, giving free advice and spending time on it.
I am from Europe but I am totally fine with using this pcpartpicker (it is awesome).
I would like to build a PC mostly for gaming/game dev with good cpu as it will be suitable...
So I'm running a 1080, i7-7700k and 16gigs of RAM at the moment, and was thinking of ordering this pre-built:
https://www.chillblast.com/all-gaming-systems/evolution-amd-ryzen-5-rtx-3060-gaming-pc-1/configure?buildid=336386&showsummary=true
Alternatively, is it viable for me to just replace my...
I am looking to build a gaming computer. My laptop just can't handle it anymore lol. I am not a hardcore gamer but I want the games I run to run well. I usually play RPG with open world type interactions and high graphics. I am trying to stay as low budget as I can so my spouse doesn't have a...
Hi. I'd want to ask this community for advice on these PC Components:
Motherboard - Asrock b550m pro4
CPU - AMD Ryzen 5 5600
GPU - ASRock Radeon RX 6700 XT Challenger Pro 12GB OC
RAM - G Skill Ripjaws (2x8) 16GB 3600mhz
SSD - Kingston SNV2S1000G
PSU - FSP HV Pro 650W 85+ Bronze
Case - Montech...
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...
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...
Hello friends,
Please help me finish my build.
I am upgrading my 6 years old pc but some of the parts are stil very good.
I have just bought GPU and Monitor.
My main concern is the Motherboard as i don't plan to overclock in general so i don't want to get tight budget one.
Please advice if...
Hi, i need some advice on how to upgrade my PC.
I am not english, so sorry for my writing mistakes
thx in advance!
Parts to Upgrade: CPU, mobo, RAM and M.2 with 1TB(or better technology if it exists)
Do you need to buy OS: No
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: not preferred any
Location: I am...
So I've decided to upgrade my computer recently, my first time doing something like this and I've picked some parts, want to see what other people would reccomend and if everything would be compatible without any additional quirks like cooling or whatever else.
Approximate Purchase Date...
Hi there,
It is that time of year when everyone asks me "what do you want for Christmas?" and I have no response... but had some inspiration today and thought perhaps asking for a contribution to upgrading my PC (that I primarily use for gaming) could be a nice idea. But I have no idea what...
Finalizing my part list to buy during black Friday (Already have a few of the parts I found on sale, but should be within return window). Would love some feedback/advice on this. Anything worth upgrading? Mostly work on this PC (3 monitors, multiple browser windows/tabs always open, photo...
It's finally time to reopen my case and really give it a good cleaning. I want to do this as safe as possible (for the pc.)
I'm looking for tips and what I should buy to deep clean every bit. (not just compressed air blowing.)
I mean things like what can I use to remove stubborn dust caked on...
Hi all - long time user, occasional poster :) I'm looking for some advice / input from the community about an upgrade to my 7 year old rig that I'm making. I've been saving up for ages for this, so would really appreciate knowing if this build looks;
Good value for money
Will play current...
Hello THW community!
I am currently looking to upgrade my PC this month. Keep in mind that all of these prices are in Canadian Dollars (CAD) and I play on 1080p 144 hz monitor.
I am currently running a ryzen 5 3600 with a 1660 and I mainly play games like WoW and CS GO (I am aware that these...
Hello world.
This is my first ever post on Tom's hardware
So, if I'm doing anything wrong, forgive me. I'm not a frequent forum poster, I mostly just lurk around forums but never actually post anything.
My current custom desktop build still gives me joy and no issues whatsoever, but I know...
Issue
I'm having some hardware issues with my current motherboard and feel like it's time to upgrade. I'd like to get a replacement that will last a while, and it seems likely I'll need to upgrade my processor along with it.
System
I'm currently running an i7 8700K with an EVGA 2080 with a 750W...
Hey guys new user looking to involve myself in these forums. Also looking for some help and great advice!
ive built a pc about 6 or 7 years ago and ive had no issues with it but im starting to think maybe i should upgrade the video card. I used to be very much invested into PC Gaming now ive...
Couple years back, I purchased an Alienware Aurora R11. Running into some thermal/noise issues now and I'm looking to move as much as possible into a new case. I haven't built a new rig in 5-6 years, so I'm hoping for some help to make sure what I'm considering will work out. I don't have a...
I dont know if this post is allowed in the system thread, but i was wondering if I could get other peoples opinion on this first build i did.
https://pangoly.com/en/build/share/2022/4/7/custom/f72b5fb0-54ce-4185-861d-ae6f7e0f5fe1
( i realized i have a very high power supply when the build...
Upgrade Solutions for CPU/cooler/Mobo/PSU
Hello everyone,
I was inquiring about upgrading some parts and whether it would be worth it this time or if I should wait until the next round of CPUs come out.
My current build:
CPU: i7-8700k(slight overclock to 5ghz)
cooler: corsair h100i v2
Mobo...
Hello guys!
Recently I heard there are some new intel CPUs out there, and thought maybe this is the time to do a PC upgrade. My main priority with this PC build is gaming in 1080p @ 60fps (prefer. max settings), and i feel my CPU is the bottleneck here.
I'm ready to spend up to 500-600€ on a...
my pc died and although i can repair it the pc is 8 years old so im buying and building a new one in the current market of GPU issues is a pain so i have an idea of building my new rig while running my old R9 290X while the GPU issue runs on until the 3080 or 3090 becomes avail at a more...
hi, I hope you can help me with this project, here is a link to my build.
https://pcpartpicker.com/user/flavico/saved/jpyDZL
my goal is to build a pc for my son, this pc will be dedicated to editing, 3D, and rendering.
thanks in advance for your help
I'm looking for advice on a 2U Ryzen 7 server for simulation work (well, actually 6 of them, that's why a rack). I've built plenty of desktop machines, but never a server.
From what I can, most of the components are the same, but you need to consider differences in CPU cooler and PSU to fit in...
Hi All,
I think it is time for a new pc for adobe premiere pro/after effects CC. (Current rig is i7-2600 with adobe cs5.5)
I was using the builder at Microcenter's website. I was hoping i could get feedback from people here who know much more than me.
I want to keep it around 1,100ish.
I'm...
Hello everyone!
Before I get to it a little intro on the background of my current,
Ok-ish workstation with an threadripper 1900x on a MSI x399 SLI PLUS, cooled by a Noctua, with 64 of sloooow ram (got it to like 1400 with XMP) and a 1080 GPU.
To be honest I intended to do an upgrade on or a...
Hi Everyone,
Please know that the help you're going to offer means a LOT to me ! really, I appreciate the time and effort you gonna put in this topic :)❤
I will try to make this topic as clear as possible,
I'm a graphic designer / mechanical engineer and I'm using my current PC since 2009! it's...
So i have decided to buy the , desktop below.
But with some uprgrades
Cpu: i5 11600KF
PSU: tx750m
desktop: Gaming PC with NVIDIA Ampere GeForce RTX 3070 and Intel Core i5 10400F LN111782 - SGI53070 | SCAN UK
now the question was of the motherboard. The sales team there suggested for me to...
As we know due to the chip shortages , its almost impossible to find a GPU. So I opted for a Prebuilt. Can you guys please check if this is worth the price and if it doesn't bottleneck, has low psu power etc. It would really help me. You can also customize and change components if you deem them...
Approximate Purchase Date: this week
Budget Range: $1800 is the ceiling. Before taxes, not including shipping. But hoping to ultimately spend less than that.
System Usage from Most to Least Important: professional development of 3D computer game, playing current-gen 3D games and VR games
Are...
Hello!
I'd like to start by thanking anyone who is able to help me with this, I really appreciate it.
So, I recently purchased new PC parts. I previously had an SG13 small form factor setup that worked great for me, but I wanted a case with a little more breathing room. Thus, I chose the...