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  1. D

    Question would a rtx 2080 super compatible with 620w sessonic

    my current specs b450 tomahawk mobo seasonic s12ii 620w bronze 2x8 3000mhz ram " planning to get another 2x8 " ryzen 5 1600 x " planning to get 3600 or 5600 still not sure which processor should i get " and planning to buy rtx 2080 super ( had gtx 1070 but i just sold it ) so my question is...
  2. cutiegardevoir

    Question Help Choosing PC Parts 2000€ EU

    Approximate Purchase Date: In the next ~14 days Budget Range: 1850-2000 € before shipping (best if fully used because I want it to last a long while) System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming (specifically simulation-type games, but sometimes play other games) Are you buying a...
  3. K

    Question Which SSD to get, are these any good?

    my pc: mobo: rog b360f gaming cpu: i7 8700 k gpu: 1080ti i'm thinking of buying a new ssd for my gaming pc it's almost 6 years old. So i was thinking even though my mobo is pcie 3, buying a pcie 4 nvme ssd will be better in the long run if i ever upgrade my pc. my current picks are: ADATA...
  4. srslybutts

    Build Advice Parts compatibility and known issues ?

    ✅Mod: Thread moved to "Systems"as more appropriate I am putting together a parts list for a build I would like to do. I am looking for opinions on parts that I have chosen, specifically if anyone has used something on this list that has malfunctioned or that they would recommend steering away...
  5. 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...
  6. Vikko151

    Question Help on buidling a computer with a RTX 2060!

    Hello there, Today, I want to ask you some help, because previously, I made 2 topic about my build: In those topic, many people who answered said that my build was horrible, and I clearly see it. I can barely hold 60 fps at low settings due to the CPU, an Intel® Core™ 4790, paired with my RTX...
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    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...
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    Question Can I use this HTPC case for my build? What are the pitfalls

    I want to use this case to build my new gaming PC. The main reason I want to mount it underneath my standing desk so its somewhat invisible. Also makes cable management nicer. My main use for the build is heavy video editing with light VFX work. Can this case be used? Thank you Rest of specs...
  9. S

    Question PC Build Feedback Please

    Hi all, I'm building my own PC for first time and have the below concept/ideas. Never built one and been a long time since I've got into the stats so thought I'd share with some smarter people than me to get any tips/feedback on my suggested epic build. Budget $5,000 AUD. Hoping to take...
  10. p3ep90

    Build Advice Please advice for a budget gaming PC

    Hello, I am a 32 year old dad, web dev working with .net for the most part, planning to work from home soon since my company allowed it. I play Dota2 with my friends on weekends currently, looking forward to start FFXIV since I'll have some free time daily soon. I have a work laptop with an AMD...
  11. Jaybird222

    Question Upgrading a STGAubron Gaming PC?

    I reposted with the correct format, I apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your help!
  12. luigi1894

    Question Gaming pc, 2000€ budget

    Hello everyone. I leave below a configuration for a gaming PC to play games in 1080p. I have a budget of about 2000€ (and must include mouse, keyboard and monitor in addition to the case with hardware). I live in Italy so I prefer to buy in a shop like amazon.it. I wanted to know if there was...
  13. lazarba

    Question 3000$ CAD Build questions

    Hullo all. I have been tasked with creating a 3000+ euros rig intended for professional use. The client will mostly use CAD programs, like RHINO and LUMION. I have experience putting together the parts for a PC , as I have been doing it for gaming for years, but I have never build a rig for...
  14. M

    Build Advice New PC build compatibility help ?

    Hello I'm going to build a PC soon this month, can you help with the questions? - Case: CORSAIR 5000D AIRFLOW Tempered Glass (black) - Psu: Seasonic Focus GX-850W Gold - Mb: ASUS ROG STRIX Z790-F GAMING WIFI - Cpu: Intel Core i7-14700K - Ram: Kingston FURY Renegade 64GB (2x32GB) DDR5 6000MHz...
  15. FaithOnHuman

    Build Advice Advice on enhancing my editing rig - upgrading & optimizing it for better performance ?

    Hello everyone, I'm considering upgrading my editing PC. It's been five years since I built my current one, and it has served me well. I believe it's time to give it a performance boost. Please note that I am a professional designer and editor, so the new machine I want to build needs to meet...
  16. NomadACB

    Build Advice Suggestions for AMD-based Gaming PC Build ?

    Hi everyone, As the title suggests I am in need of some builds for a AMD Gaming Build. I have been using an Intel build but seemingly lots of people I know recommend switching up and trying a AMD Build!! My Budget is £1000 I already have ample SSD Storage I have all the peripherals My games...
  17. Quacc

    Build Advice £1000 GBP Build

    Budget (including currency): £1000 GBP Country: UK/Wales Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for: Games in general Other details (existing parts lists, whether any peripherals are needed, what you're upgrading from, when you're going to buy, what resolution and refresh rate you...
  18. BuddiLuva

    Question How to make this PC better?

    Hello everyone, decided to build a new PC and carry over some components from the old one Based on $$ to performance this is what I've come up with. Is there anything I can do different to make it better without it costing a lot more money? Plan is to game in comfortably 2k 144FPS + and 4K 60hz...
  19. Vikko151

    [SOLVED] Should I switch to i7-4790k or would it be better to buy a new computer ?

    Hello @Everyone, My name is @Vikko151, a very new Tom's Hardware Forum member, but I already participated to some forums, so I know a little bit how it works. I've got the following PC build : Motherboard: ASUS H97-PLUS (able to overclock) OS: Windows 10 CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-4790 GPU: NVIDIA...
  20. Impala640

    Question Recommendations for building a PC?

    Hi, i’m looking into building a PC and i’m not sure which parts benchmark the best for the respective price. I am working with a budget of around 5800 dollars CAD. That being said I would like to also purchase a racing sim setup for around 500-600 dollars apart of that budget. I’m trying to make...
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    Question Help With New Gaming Computer Build

    I looking to build a new computer since my current computer rig is 13 years old. I am looking to start buying the parts in October for a build date later this year. I am looking for suggestions on the parts listed below or any alternatives. I am trying to stay around a 1500 to 1800 price...
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    Build Advice PC Build suggestions ?

    Hello everyone! I wanted to share my build with you because I could use some great suggestions. I would like to mention that I have already purchased the CPU and GPU. Now I need to focus on the other components. I'll list my items below. CPU - AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D GPU - ASUS Dual GeForce® RTX...
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    Question New to pc building entry build would it be good enough?

    https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/6q8p89 I'm making my first build with a budget around 500-600 for purely entry 1080p gaming will this build be okey?
  24. T

    Question Questions and advice for mid-range gaming PC build

    Hi! Currently building a PC for someone, haven't done that in a long time so I'm a bit out of the loop hardware-wise. Looking for any kind of feedback on the following build. Was wondering a few particular things: 1) We went for a DDR5 build so they could upgrade it long term. Is it worth to...
  25. JHII

    Question Microphone not detected when connected to monitor

    My headset microphone is not detected when plugged into my monitor (which is connected to my GPU via HDMI). The output works perfectly fine. My microphone will work when I plug the headset directly into the audio/mic port in the front panel, though the monitor audio is much better, and I would...
  26. Metalwell

    Build Advice Upgrading my 2016 build ?

    Hey everyone, I would like to upgrade my system from 2016 in the following months, towards the end of this year to be precise. I would love if I dont have to change a lot of hardware to save some costs. I will game on this machine and I do sound processing in Ableton from time to time,nothing...
  27. cyanidenoodles

    Question HELP what cpu should I get ?

    I'm looking to prety much double cpu power that I have now. I don't know much about builds anymore so what should I get for more cpu power ? And if so what other upgrades would I need for the cpu upgrade ? Really hoping someone can help as I need it for work and it's becoming a big issue ...
  28. 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...
  29. S

    Question Hunting the short circuit. Need help!

    Hi Guys Today I built my new pc and it kinda runs :) I did install Windows 10 (because I already had it on a drive) and after getting the drivers for Ethernet, I started updating Windows. Up to here everything worked perfectly fine. But during the installation of the Windows Updates the PC...
  30. 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...
  31. A Gamer

    Question New Build PC Bluescreens Often

    Me and my brother did build a new computer for him. I was really happy he finally got a good computer for himself. Sadly the new build is having issues and bluescreens once every 3 days. I am trying to locate the issue, but didn't have any succes soo far. BUILD: MSI Pro B650-P WIFI AMD Ryzen 6...
  32. T

    Build Advice New AMD Build (mini-PC) ?

    Template questions included... Approximate Purchase Date: Within the next month Budget Range: $300 - $750 System Usage from Most to Least Important: daily usage like web browsing, home LAN administration (Linux CLI), school (BS degree), some gaming Are you buying a monitor: No Parts to...
  33. sonama870

    Question Question about migrating to a new windows 10 pc

    I have a pc with windows 10 and am currently building a new pc which will also use windows 10. I've heard its best to do a fresh install of windows on a new build but i really want my program installations, settings, save files, etc. On my new build with minimal fuss. My internet isn't great so...
  34. H

    Build Advice I'd like some advice and help on a build of BRL 30.000 (around 3.5k USD in terms of parts prices) for gaming

    Hello, everyone! It's been almost 10 years since I built my last PC and now it needs to be replaced xD - I've lurked a little bit here on tom's hardware since ever, but I think this is my first post I'd like some advice with the next build My budget is 30k BRL (Brazil's currency) for a credit...
  35. O

    Question Help need for build from scatch

    Hello, I've been trying to build a suitable build with the Ryzen 7 7800x3d or the 7700/x for more than 1 week. ( maybe if you guys got any other good option ill take it ) but every time I'm dissatisfied and the reason why I'm posting now is because I just don't get any help on other sites. I...
  36. Aliens-are-amongst-us-123

    Question RGB Fan help!

    Newbie here. Just upgraded to a different case. And it came with 6 RGB fans preinstalled. I had an old phanteks case with only two fans Now the problem. I have an MSI B350M bazooka motherboard with the 4pin RGB and two slots for SYS-FANS. Fans are working great now how do I get the RGB to work...
  37. O

    Question Care to help me rebuild from 2015?

    Hello fellow geeks and gamers! Way back in 2015, I pieced together a PC and it has held up pretty well with little upgrading. Now, however, I have a new AAA title I'd like to get in on, but won't be able to keep up. The old Diablo franchise is calling my name with 4 out now. I was uneducated...
  38. P

    Question Building Gaming PC (Need fresh eyes and advice on a monitor)

    Never had a PC before, let alone a gaming one & I was unwilling to just buy a prebuilt. Hence I have done up a build that I think is acceptable but I would appreciate some outside eyes on it. I largely intend to play strategic games such as Stellaris, Endless Space or Crusader Kings but I would...
  39. A

    Question Building a PC

    Hi, I’m planning on building a Gamer PC of medium-high performance, I’ve already researched some components and would like to know your opinion CPU: Intel Cor i7 12700k (12gen) $379.88 CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U9S $76.99 Motherboard: Asus TUF Z690-Plus D4 (LGA1700) $275.99 RAM: Kingston Fury...
  40. maksiks

    Question Intel Core i3 12100 + expensive motherboard vs Ryzen 5 5600G + cheap motherboard?

    This: https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/j6MnQ6 Versus this: https://de.pcpartpicker.com/list/hcFybh My budget is ~270$ (very stretched) I live in Ukraine and my preffered website to get pc parts is Rozetka.com I have a not strong but some preference towards Intel CPU's I kind of care about...