mac os x in desktop?

Page 2 - Seeking answers? Join the Tom's Hardware community: where nearly two million members share solutions and discuss the latest tech.

JDMStanced

Distinguished
Nov 22, 2014
106
0
18,680
hi, i'm planning to build a PC desktop. Is it possible to install mac os instead of window?
So pretty much my desktop would be way better than iMac but with mac os.

If so, then how do i get it?

Thank you
 


i will consider the second build you suggested with i7.
What do you recommend for decent priced bluetooth and wireless component?
 


Like keyboard and mouse? Wireless typically isn't recommended as they tend to be a lot less durable than wired components.
 

i mean.. i think the computer has to have some sort of thing built in in order to receive bluetooth and wifi????
I want to be able to use my wireless mouse and wifi internet.
 


Oh i see. I'll consider that. Thanks

This is what i have so far! Also getting to wrap this up!
i just have to reduce down the price a bit.
The storage you suggested is too cheap for 1TB..i think.. i might have to think more about that one.

Would you say i go for ASRock Z97 EXTREME4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard OR Asus Z97 deluxe ATX?
Review shows that ASRock Z97 is better than Asus Z97. and ASROCK is much cheaper.. May be i'm missing something.

Should i drop the CPU Cooler? i'm not sure if it's necessary.

About the Case, it looks cool, has a good review and good cooling flow. But looking at the front view, if i decide to install the second fan, then the fan would be almost hidden behind the cover.. Which wouldn't provide 100% maximum air flow..

I appreciate your quick responses!!
 
Why Corsair Dominator? Those are a big waste of money.

Stick with the Hyper 212 EVO. And yes it's necessary if you're overclocking. Otherwise get the i7-4790.

Why do you go back to WD Black?
Barracuda > WD Black: http://hdd.userbenchmark.com/Compare/WD-Black-2TB-2013-vs-Seagate-Barracuda-720014-2TB/1821vs1619

Crucial M500 SSDs aren't particularly good, but whatever.

For motherboards, I think the most you should ever spend on a LGA 1150 socket board is an ASUS Maximus VII Hero ($200)

The NZXT Phantom 410 is one of the best airflowing Mids you'll find. I wouldn't worry about getting any extra fans.

What is your budget again?

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($299.99 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($26.92 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 EXTREME4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($108.79 @ Newegg)
Memory: Corsair Vengeance Pro 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1866 Memory ($153.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial M500 480GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($214.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($48.49 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 970 4GB ACX 2.0 Video Card ($328.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: NZXT Phantom 410 (Gunmetal/Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($84.99 @ Mwave)
Power Supply: Rosewill Capstone 750W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($39.99 @ Newegg)
Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill RNX-N180UBE 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter ($12.99 @ Amazon)
Other: ASUS BT400 Bluetooth ($20.00)
Total: $1327.12
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-11-25 09:12 EST-0500