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  1. N

    Question Need a cheap machine to run CCTV

    Hi, I am moving out and just realized my Dad's CCTV is storing it's data on 2x3.5" disks in my NAS, which is moving with me. So I need to build a cheap as chips machine that can support this 2 disk mirrored array (I don't mind reformatting it). Does anyone have any advice or recommendations...
  2. G

    Question Which system to buy?

    I need to figure out what system I need that could be upgraded over time. Like buying a cheap budget gaming rig and upgrade from there. I got a budget of 135 to 200 and I need to know what rig is going to be good in the long run?
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    Question (My first time here) Looking to upgrade an old Optiplex 745 PC for watching Youtube, Rumble, etc. (Graphics card and maybe ram.)

    (I tried to figure this out a few weeks ago but just burned out my brain after a few hours of research.) (...Please help me...) We have an old Dell Optiplex 745 ("desktop" form factor) CPU is 3.4 ghz dual core running Windows 10. (will give more system info below) We mostly use it for Youtube...
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    Question ISO cheap HTPC system?

    I'm on a tight budget $200. I'd like to know if there are any small sized computers suitable for use for very basic use - watch videos, surf the net and listen to mp3 files or internet radio. I intend to connect it to a TCL TV as the monitor. It will not be used for gaming. In a perfect...
  5. J

    Question long lifetime ssd storage solution

    Heya, iam looking for a external storage for data. Mostly pictures in raw format, personal data, aso. I dont need fast ssds, or fancy stuff. Iam looking for long lifetime (the ssd wont be used much so no probs with override) Iam planning to buying 2 500gb~ (one for backup of the first) Iam...
  6. FishbedMyBeloved

    [SOLVED] SOLVED: KDMPOWER PSU - Safe to use at lower than "rated" wattages?

    Hello, everyone. I bought one of those cheap 70$ PSUs off Ebay "rated" (using the term loosely, I can't find a UL logo on the thing for the life of me) for 1075 watts about a year ago, because I knew very little about computers at the time. Now I finally have the graphics card I intended to...
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    Question Which of these budget monitors should I get?

    Acer Nitro XF243YPbmiiprx - $240 Gigabyte G24F - $230 (I've heard these can have a loud coil whine though) ASUS VG249Q1A - $225 HP X24ih - $200 ASUS VG247Q1A - $170 Or something else? The prices I have listed is the cheapest i can find them (Im from Denmark, so its just so you can compare the...
  8. Pokesh

    Question I5 10400f cooler

    Hello i would need a cooler for my i5-10400f i will mainly play games on it and with the basic cooler its noisy and overheated, i need it to be avalible in Czech Republic. Also i need it to not go over https://www.alza.cz/arctic-freezer-34-esports-duo-grey-d5711541.htm Alza.cz...
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    [SOLVED] Cheapest DP1.2 aka 3440x1440@100hz GPU for non-game use

    So I have a 2060 that is more than capable enough to handle 35" 3440x1440 @ 100hz no doubt, but I recently wanted to get into VMs and VFIO etc.. Basically I need a GPU that is capable of displaying 3440x1440 @ 100hz, because I want to pass the 2060 into the VM. (or the new GPU but having a...
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    Question GTX 1070 broken HDMI and broken fan, signs of a dying GPU?

    So i've recently discovered a GTX 1070 Palit 8GB for under $300, but the HDMI port is broken, along with a replaced fan (singular fan only, the other one is still fine). I have no issues whatsoever with these caveats but any chances these are indicators of a dying GPU? Below are the heaven...
  11. VladManiu

    [SOLVED] Best cooler for a Ryzen 5 3600 (60$max)

    Hello, can someone recommend to me a cooler that is a maximum of 60 dollars/euro for an AMD Ryzen 5 3600 that can cool it off at something like 50 constant degrees? I don't want to overclock, just to be sure that it is stable, I already have 40-80 but sometimes I got some spikes that are 80+.
  12. G

    [SOLVED] Are there any fake ryzen 5 5600x cpus

    So i googled this a lot, and i found nothing really about fake ryzen 5 5600x cpu's but i recently bought one from amazon.co.uk for £208 = 250euros = 290$-300$ from a third party seller it was sold as like new, and the import tax on a brand new one would of been way too much, would of costed...
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    Is there such a thing as a cheap asic?

    i know its a long shot but i was wondering if anyone knew somewhere/one selling any asic for under 100? i dont care to much what kind just want to mine with something other than my computer 24/7. Or alternatively tell me if something like this...
  14. AlanMattano

    [SOLVED] Cheapest GPU for 8K Tv? For Developer Gaming Unity and Substance Painter

    Hi I'm a Unity game dev making (link) WIP 3D soaring simulator VR I will purchase an 8K Tv 75". i5 9600K 100Gb ram and no GPU at all so I'm running a Full HD my actual 4K 48"Tv Rhino 3D, Substance Painter and Unity I will buy to scalpers, Cheapest GPU for 8K Tv? 60 Hz I will upgrade later? or...
  15. R

    [SOLVED] Best LED projector for use in a bright room?

    I'm looking for a projector for artistic purposes rather than traditional home theatre use. Do you have any recommendations for a good projector that works well in a bright room that's under £500?
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    [SOLVED] building a desktop out of a laptop

    Hi, i have an old ASUS x550J with I7 4790HQ and an 850m (4gb) nvidia graphic card + 8gb of ram, The components are still working but i got some issues like overheat and dying battery, now i have a better laptop, and i thought why not use that laptop as a desktop (since its case is a little...
  17. S

    [SOLVED] cheap mobo vs z490 for i5 10400f ?

    Hi, is it worth paying the double for the z490 to be able to use the rams at 3200/3600 mhz with the i5 10400f? I'm going to use it only for gaming at 1080p I was between this models https://www.asus.com/Motherboards-Components/Motherboards/All-series/PRIME-H410M-E/...
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    [SOLVED] [AMD BUILD]Highly Confused Regarding My Build Please Help !

    i want to build new pc this december or coming march 2021 pc specs are mostly going to be- Processor :- Ryzen 5 5600(non-X version) Ram:- Gskill Ripjaws V 3200 (8X2) (16-18-18-34) Mobo :- here i am confused PSU :- Gigabyte bronze certified 550 watt GPU :- rtx 3060 ti or rtx 3060 now...
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    [SOLVED] SSDs realiability: WD Green vs KingstonA400?

    So, my HDD is almost kicking the bucket, I've suffered weird slowdowns, all sectors show up as bad (even though they are not since all my data is fine) so I suspect the needle is having troubles. I have another HDD and while still working fine, it has 20,000 hours on it and shows caution on...
  20. D

    [SOLVED] Help choosing a 144hz display

    Hello! I've been thinking on changing my display for a few months, and wanted move from the 60hz i've used all my life to 144hz, I mostly play competitive games such as League of Legends, Rocket League, so I'm pretty sure my RX 580 will be enough for it, but I don't really know which brand or...
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    [SOLVED] Prebuilt gaming PC on Ebay

    Hello, Apologies for the stupid question here. I want to get back into PC gaming (mainly Total War: Rome II) I have seen a couple of prebuilt PC desktops that seem too cheap to be true on sale on Ebay = Example My question is, is the price too cheap for a decent desktop, what is the catch...
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    [SOLVED] Corsair CV650 or a Sentey Epp750HM?

    First of all, sorry for my english i´m from Argentina. So, due to coronavirus there is no stock in the psu market in my country and i only have this two options...
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    Question What are the Cheapest GPUs for Current Games on Minimal Settings?

    So I have an ancient GPU (AMD Radeon HD 5450) and want to upgrade. I truly don't care about awesome graphics, I'm planning to play everything on minimal settings. That being said I want to able to play pretty much any game, or at least if I can't run it it won't be because of my GPU (from what...
  24. Chris David

    [SOLVED] PSU Suggestions for a relatively powerful build.

    Hi I am about to get a 1650S for my main build, which runs on a CX650M. Which means my previous card, the 1060 will be used on my second build. The second build is just a series of components from my first build, getting pushed down as I get better components/upgrade. The second PC will be ...
  25. AlexsvonMüller

    [SOLVED] Which one should i take from these two options or any cheaper PSU i can buy?

    Rigs: Processor: Q6600 Motherboard: P5KPL/1600 RAM: DDR2 2x2 GB Graphics Card: Unitech GT 240 Storage: Any 7200rpm 500 GB HDD Ethernet Card: TP-Link TL-WN781ND Speaker: Any Standard Speaker Monitor: Any LCD 17'' Monitor Mouse and Keyboard: Standard PSU: Armaggeddon 235FX or 1ST PLAYER DK 4.0...
  26. Samsonob12

    [SOLVED] best prebuilt for $7000 and under

    Want to buy a pre-built gaming pc with 1440p at 144hz that can go to 4k at 60hz but want to know the best for a budget of 7k and under. Have looked at a few like the Alienware Aroura, MSI Trident and Predator Orion but would like to know about other ones that may be better or cheaper and the...
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    Question Upgrading my pc

    I want to upgrade my pc (sh parts). I want to buy a RX 580/ RX 570 , an i5 3570k and 16gb of ram. I have a LGA1155 motherboard ( not upgrading it ) , a i5 2400 , a RX 460 and 8gb of ram. The RX 580 and 570 have the same price, so I think the 580 is the best option. I don't know if I should buy...
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    [SOLVED] Need help finding good upgrade parts!

    on a budget and would like a somewhat cheap route to upgrade just a little bit. Mostly interested in upgrading CPU, as im pretty sure that would help the most in terms of getting better fps for games.(rather then replacing gpu) OS: win 10 GPU: Sapphire Radeon R9 270X CPU; AMD Fx-6300 RAM; 18GB...
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    [SOLVED] Looking for a cheap better alternative to my cpu

    So I have an AMD RADEON RX560 video card, an i3 3220, 8 gigs of 1600mhz ram and a GIGABYTE H61M-S1 motherboard. I can't seem to run most games because of my bad cpu. I'm looking for something i can replace my current cpu with and not have to change my MOBO since money is kind of tight rn. If...
  30. V

    [SOLVED] What PSU to buy?

    Hello people. So yesterday my friend bought a used PC. It's i3 4160, 8GB of ram and 2 x 500 GB hdd. He was hoping that he could install a used r9 270 so he ordered it. Then we realized that psu (BlueBerry PSB560, pictures below) in system probably wouldn't run those specs very well since it has...
  31. L

    [SOLVED] Budget pc for 500 euro

    I wanna build a budget pc for about 500 euros, on italian amazon. I'm going to use it for 1 maybe 2 years, then I'll give it to my little brother (he's 10 now) I choised something already. (if it's possible I would like to spend even less, because I don't have much money now) CPU - RYZEN 5...
  32. N

    [SOLVED] AMD VS NVIDIA

    Hi Guys, I'm planning to build a desktop, but I'm not sure which gpu manufacturer i should buy from, either AMD or Nvidia. Can someone give me some suggestions which i should get to get the most performance within a low budget. If you have a idea of which GPU that suits me, please tell me the...
  33. bobjackieson

    [SOLVED] Building a budget pc, any opinions?

    PCPartPicker Part List Type|Item|Price :----|:----|:---- CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 1600 (14nm) 3.2 GHz 6-Core Processor | £91.97 @ CCL Computers Motherboard | Gigabyte B450M DS3H Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard | £60.93 @ Amazon UK Memory | Crucial Ballistix 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-2666 Memory | £62.99 @...
  34. K

    [SOLVED] Help for Cheapest gaming pc build?

    Hello! I am looking for the cheapest build I can do that can run modern games 30fps or more. My friend who doesn’t have any money at all pc broke so I would like to build them one we generally play games like Resident Evil 6 and Left 4 dead 2 but I would like them to be able to run new titles as...
  35. churro16

    [SOLVED] Can a single HDMI GPU run two monitor with a splitter?

    Hey guys, I'm back to ask a question. Is it possible to run two BenQ monitors with a single port HDMI GPU? I'm currently using a GTX 1070 FTW GAMING ACX 3.0 which only consist of one HDMI port. Which was a wrong move on my part, the mad sale got to me :) By using a splitter, like this one from...
  36. pazarac01

    Question Need a CPU and MOBO for my friends GTX 1080

    Ok, so Im gonna start like this. My friend recently sold his Mining Rig but he did left one GTX 1080 and DDR4 RAM(I bealive 8 gigs). Now, what he wants is to buy some motherboard and cpu(something like Ryzen would be preferable). Also he wants to buy that as cheap as possible. Any help would be...
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    [SOLVED] Good USB Microphone for Under 10-$12?

    Just as the title says I want a cheap microphone that's between a 10 to $12 price range. It doesn't have to include anything fancy like a stand, for example, a simple USB Mic with decent quality will do.
  38. motsuko

    [SOLVED] Cheapest mobo/cpu/ram for streaming?

    So I have been using my current system for about 5 years and its getting slow for streaming and even basic everyday stuff. I was thinking of going for a Ryzen build but I dont know what kind of cpu should I get? My budget is max 300 euros and I only need a mobo cpu and ram . The rest I will keep...
  39. G

    [SOLVED] GPU For Editing

    Hello team! This is my first post there. My build is this. CPU:Ryzen 5 2400G MOBO:Asrock AB350 Pro 4 Ram: Corsair Vegneance LPX 16GB PSU:Corsair CX550 SSD:Crucial BX500 480GB HDD:WD Blue 2TB My use is: Chrome,Sony Vegas,After Effects,Media Encoder,Premiere Games: FIFA 19-20,GTA V and other...
  40. M

    [SOLVED] What do you think of these parts? I'd switch any part, except the case.

    PCPartPicker Part List Type|Item|Price :----|:----|:---- CPU | AMD Ryzen 3 2200G 3.5 GHz Quad-Core Processor | $77.98 @ Amazon Motherboard | Gigabyte B450M DS3H Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard | $63.98 @ Newegg Memory | Corsair Vengeance LPX 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory | $44.99 @ Corsair...