pcbuild

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    Question Looking to upgrade card

    Looking for recommendations on upgrading my video card to play Red Dead Redemption 2 and other modern titles at ultra settings with 60 FPS, primarily at 1080p. My current setup includes: CPU: Intel Core i5-10400F Motherboard: MSI B460M PRO-VDH WIFI Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws V 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)...
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    Question Help me upgrade my 2018 PC for $500-$600!

    I’m looking to upgrade my PC that I originally built in 2018. It’s still kicking, but it’s starting to struggle with stiffer games like Elden Ring and Baldur's Gate 3. It definitely needs more RAM, and I’m debating whether to add another SSD or just reorganize my current storage. I’m also...
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    Question Help me refine this $1600-$5000 flexible gaming PC build!

    Hey everyone! I’m putting together a gaming PC that will primarily be used for gaming (chunky titles like Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring, GTA, Baldur’s Gate 3, and maybe some VR in the future), but also for light multitasking, web browsing, and some photo editing. I’m not chasing ultra-premium...
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    Question Seeking Advice on PC Upgrades for Real Estate Photography, Video Editing, and Light Gaming

    I’d love some input on upgrading my PC to better handle my work in real estate photography, video editing, and occasional gaming. I’m a photographer and content creator working with Adobe Lightroom Classic, Premiere Pro, and After Effects, and I create content for a startup company. My current...
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    Build Advice 2000€-2500€ PC Build, Monitor Advice needed

    A few years ago, i wanted to upgrade just my CPU, but instead i waited until now when i can do a entirely new build . I'm looking to get some feedback on my component choices and to ensure there are no compatibility issues. Here's what I've put together. The only components I'm sure about are...
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    Build Advice Looking for advice on an upcoming build ($1800)

    I'm planning on building a new PC within the next week and considering it's been a while since I last did so, I thought I'd ask for some proper advice on here for a list I put together. I'm looking to stick with an all-white theme as closely as possible and ideally within a budget of $1600-$2000...
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    Question Windows 10 can't be installed on new build ?

    Windows not installing correctly no matter what, tried installing with CSM off which didnt recognize the ssd or usb and sent me to bios, with CSM it recognized both ssd snd usb, finalized the setup (via usb part) the moment it restarts and it should take me to the hello screen of windoes...
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    Question Suggestions, hints and tips for building my own and first Pc

    Hi, I've built a PC myself. It will be used for 3D CAD work and, in my free time (if available), for gaming. Here it is, please be honest.P.S. It has 64GB RAM because the 32GB RAM in our school PCs (HTL) is regularly maxed out. Also, I want this PC to last for 10 years without needing any major...
  9. luke514_

    Question Fundamental tips to build or buy a gaming PC

    I would like to play games like total war, bannerlord 2 etc. and I need to buy (or build) a pc. For my current budget, it would be better to buy a used pre-built gaming pc (and in the future build one) but I don't know how or "check" if it is "built" correctly or not. Specifically, I would like...
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    Question Looking to upgrade my pc for more video and photo editing with light gaming.

    I kindly request your advice on optimizing my PC for seamless performance with Adobe Lightroom Classic, Premiere Pro, and After Effects, as I have been experiencing performance constraints. Here's a breakdown of my current setup: System Configuration: Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, a 6-core CPU...
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    Question My new pc build for review

    Hi guyss! I create my budget pc build 'cause i'd like to upgrade my currently pc. My budget is 900$ approximately. If you could review my build and write me what can i change there I will be really greatfull! Thank you in advance! My build: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/N2b6bL (I will add...
  12. alyszamoon

    Question gaming pc build help

    ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 3060 white AMD Ryzen 7 5800X cooler master 650 watt power ROG Strix B660-A wifi corsair venegeance RGB PRO 2x8 gb Lian-Li ATX o11 hi guys, i’m building my first gaming pc (1000 euro range) and i am looking for some cheap but good components, i also tried to match the...
  13. Shakti2612

    Question PC crashes regularly ?

    March 16 2024 Hi all, I have assembled the below PC, however I am now facing issues with constant reboots and crashes. I am a moderate gamer and wildlife photographer by hobby, so i do use heavy software like Darktable and DaVinci Resolve for my hobby stuff and for gaming i have steam from...
  14. Lowbarber

    Question PC keeps restarting- ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING (WI-FI)

    I builded my first PC last december, with the help from my friend. Alas, the system randomly lose power and restart. It happens almost everyday when I'm gaming (sim racing) and when i'm doing something not power intensive, like browse on Chrome. I updated the BIOS, and all my drivers are...
  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. bombenwelt

    Question Did I pick the right components ?

    hey so I did a pc build check thing on pcpartpicker and im not too sure if this would work I know some components work like the gpu or cpu but like the fans and stuff and do I need to add something? im not the brightest so if someone would help : D...
  17. Sxythee

    Question Motherboard stuck at orange light

    Today I was gaming for like 2 hours but suddenly my screens shut off but pc still running I shut off my pc trying to reboot but doesn’t work, the first 10 minutes the motherboard leds was looping dram orange then red cpu then white vga then again back to dram, I tried switching ram stick slots...
  18. korsad

    Question Is this PC good?

    Hi, I want to buy a computer and wanted to ask whether these components fit or should something be changed here? And will this machine run quietly and cool? I will play games on ultra and 2k monitor!
  19. caroccp

    Question PC got hit & won't display so need help troubleshooting ?

    A few months back, someone dropped something on my pc (desktop) and since then it will not display. The pc was turned off when it was hit. I've just recently tried to figure out what's wrong with it and I've taken it apart & put it back together, but it still does not display. Pc boots, fans...
  20. HashOnPC

    Question 4x16 DDR5

    Hi, I'm building a PC and I recently saw that 4 sticks of DDR5 ram are not stable I've watched a video of guy that changing the VDD and VDDQ to 1.3 DRAM voltage but I don't thing it's a permanent solution is there ant stable solution or I just will use the 2 sticks of RAM and sell the other two...
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    Question Seeking Feedback on My Custom PC Build - Your Thoughts?

    Hello fellow tech enthusiasts! I recently embarked on a journey to build my dream computer, investing a significant amount of time and effort into creating a high-performance system that meets my needs. After careful consideration and research, I believe I've put together a pretty solid PC...
  22. HashOnPC

    Question PC build Help

    Hi, I'm building a pc and I've left only a power supply to choose and if somebody can help me to decide which one would be better for my system and only those models Seasonic vertex GX 1200 or Silverstone HELA 1200R. My components are: Intel core I9 13900KS Z790 aorus master RTX 4090 AOURUS...
  23. 999Fanatic

    Build Advice Please review my gaming PC which I plan to build in a few months :))

    I am totally new to PC building and I need help. Please review my pc components and let me know if they are going to work well with each other. Processor- i5-13600KF Motherboard- MSI Pro B660M-A Wifi DDR4 Cooler- Deepcool Gammaxx A500 Argb 120mm CPU air cooler RAM- Adata XPG Spectrix 3200 mhz...
  24. Sxythee

    Question New motherboards keep getting burned ?

    I bought a Asus rog strix B550-f a few weeks back and was using it with a ryzen 5 2600 it worked fine for a few days put then the next day i turn my pc back on there came a little smoke from under the cpu cooler so the motherboard died,i took my old board b450 gaming plus put my ryzen 5 in there...
  25. mclamb

    Build Advice Architect Looking to Build Hardworking PC Part 2

    Hi Everyone, Thank you all for the comments 7 years ago in my previous thread here. I hope everyone made it through Covid OK. Back in 2016 I went with the following: SUPERMICRO MBD-X10DRI Extended ATX Server Motherboard Dual LGA 2011 R3 Intel C612 Two (2) Intel Xeon E5-2620 v4 Eight-Core...
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    Question New PC build with 800-900€

    Approximate Purchase Date: If the build is solid, by the end of the next week. Budget Range: 800 - 900€ System Usage from Most to Least Important: General games (not in 4k, maybe in 2k) and a few photo editing softwares (photoshop, lightroom) Are you buying a monitor: No Do you need to buy OS...
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    Build Advice PC build under 60k (India) for video-editing and coding ?

    want to build a editing pc; budget around 55k to 60k Indian Rs. (INR) I need - processor (intel/amd), motherboard, graphic card, psu, m.2 nvme ssd (250/500gb)ram (8gb x 2), cpu cooler (If you suggest me amd processor),Monitor (24 or 27 inch) please suggest me high productivity/performance...
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    Question Is the RTX 3060 a good GPU and is it compatible with my build ?

    Hi guys. Its been a while since I posted something here. Life has been busy but now its time for an upgrade so what better forum to ask for help. Two days ago, I ran into a problem on my PC. I was working on it and it showed me the BSOD (Blue Screen). This problem wasn't very frequent until...
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    Build Advice 2023 PC Upgrade Build

    I am currently thinking of buying a new PC. I plan on playing COD, Warzone, Overwatch and Fortnite on it. I also plan on using it for personal work like school or other work where I can multitask easily with a bunch of different tabs open. I also make music from time to time using FL Studio, so...
  30. ForgottenExplorer

    Question Help to decide between RTX 3060 ti vs Rx 6700 xt for my current pc?

    These are my pc specs atm, pc built in 2018: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processorbe quiet! Pure Rock 51.7 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler Gigabyte B450 AORUS PRO ATX AM4 Motherboard Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB (4 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory Seagate BarraCuda 2 TB 3.5" 7200 RPM Internal...
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    Question Wierd issue please HELP!!!

    I built my pc with msi b550m pro vdh wifi motherboard, amd ryzen 5700x, and XFX SPEEDSTER SWFT309 AMD Radeon RX 6700 CORE Gaming gpu. When I switched it on, ram light started blinking and it is not going to vga. I removed gpu and switched the cpu on and the light stopped on vga (i.e., the cpu is...
  32. Zuber Khan12

    Question Which one should i go for AMD RYZEN 5 3600 OR Intel Core i5-10400F?

    Hello Community, :) Hope you are all well. I need your suggestions, and views on this issue, i was having eyes on these 2 processors from long time but because of budget i waited. Now things seems in my favour and i am getting AMD RYZEN 5 3600 - 122.99 $ or 9999 INR. and Intel Core i5...
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    Question Parts List Opinion For New PC Build Please

    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...
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    Question DRAM light on Asus board is on and won't post (but with an interesting twist)

    Hi Everyone. I've lurked here for years for technical help but I have had this problem go on for months and I am at my wits end and I am reaching out for help. About 5 months back I built a new computer. After 3 months, that common problem people have with ASUS motherboards happened to me where...
  35. JVLasters

    Question PC won't boot up (DRAM light stays on) ?

    I tried to apply thermal paste to my cpu and now the dram light of my motherboard constantly shows when i try to turn on the pc. The motherboard has lighting, the fans and the ram light up but i cant update my bios through the bios flashback feature cuz the bios light won't even turn on when the...
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    Question Any recommendations on changes to my build?

    I want to upgrade most of my system which I have been doing by buying better cpus, gpus, ram, storage, etc but I want to upgrade it with more latest tech. I want the pc itself to look good but also have a nice performance, mainly going for a high end build. My current build consists of: case -...
  37. OT08

    Question 850$ PC build

    HEY! im building PC on a 850$ budget and I would like to ask if these components are compatible https://pcpartpicker.com/list/7X3dxs. Thanks.
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    Question New Gaming PC Build

    So I’m looking to build a new pc now that prices are starting to drop. I currently have a intel i5 cpu, a gtx 1090 and 16gb of ddr4 ram. It does a decent job but my frames are pretty low on games like Warzone. It’s also pretty slow when I have streams on in the background while I game. I don’t...
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    [SOLVED] I5 12600KF(or 12600) with msi b660 pro A OR 12700 with b660m dsh3 gigabyte?

    Credit to other members from my latest post they have pointed out to me that dsh3 mobo has bad VRM so I wanted to ask if it would be better to have 12600kf(or 12600) with msi b660 pro A OR 12700 with b660m dsh3 gigabyte. IK it is better to have z690 with k series BUT I am not planning to...
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    [SOLVED] Is the there a substantial difference between psus that someone should bear in mind before buying?

    I mean I know that bronze, gold is about energy saving and all that but will they have effect in the long run? Will they affect the longevity of the psu so it doesn't like get fried under pressure? Will they affect any other components? I mean for example I feel this one is so good and with...