Hi everyone, this is my first post here. I've read through a few build threads and gotten some great information but am looking for a current build recommendation. I plan on purchasing within the next few weeks. I've never built a computer before, and am excited to do it but really need some advice on components. I am a photographer, the only heavy use will be editing photos with Lightroom and occasional PS Elements if I need to stitch something. No gaming, no photoshop CS.
My photos are all stored on external drives (WD Duo). I'd like something that can run Lightroom fast, I often go through several thousand images in a shoot (sporting events).
I have an Antec Sonata case on my present PC that I could reuse if it's ok. I have a monitor. Everything else will need to be purchased.
From everything I've read I'm leaning towards starting with an i7 4790 CPU. I'd like to go with Windows 7 Pro as I'm familiar with it. I'd like to go with at least 1 SSD for the OS, and likely a second just for Lightroom. Other than that I'm wide open. I have an NCIX location near to me so it's my preferred supplier, but money talks.
I'm open to any suggestions, but my technical knowledge is pretty limited.
Approximate Purchase Date: e.g.: Within 2 weeks
Budget Range: ~$1000-1200
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Photo editing with Lightroom/Elements, general usage. No gaming, No Photoshop CS.
Are you buying a monitor: No
Parts to Upgrade: Everything, if I can re-use the case that's great. If not, oh well.
Do you need to buy OS: Yes
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: NCIX
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia Canada
Parts Preferences: I7 4790 but open to suggestions.
Overclocking: No
SLI or Crossfire: No
Your Monitor Resolution: 1680x1050 Dell 2209WA
Additional Comments: Doesn't need to be fancy or pretty, just fast with Lightroom.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: My present PC is around 7 years old, painfully slow and still running XP. Desperately needing an upgrade.
My photos are all stored on external drives (WD Duo). I'd like something that can run Lightroom fast, I often go through several thousand images in a shoot (sporting events).
I have an Antec Sonata case on my present PC that I could reuse if it's ok. I have a monitor. Everything else will need to be purchased.
From everything I've read I'm leaning towards starting with an i7 4790 CPU. I'd like to go with Windows 7 Pro as I'm familiar with it. I'd like to go with at least 1 SSD for the OS, and likely a second just for Lightroom. Other than that I'm wide open. I have an NCIX location near to me so it's my preferred supplier, but money talks.
I'm open to any suggestions, but my technical knowledge is pretty limited.
Approximate Purchase Date: e.g.: Within 2 weeks
Budget Range: ~$1000-1200
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Photo editing with Lightroom/Elements, general usage. No gaming, No Photoshop CS.
Are you buying a monitor: No
Parts to Upgrade: Everything, if I can re-use the case that's great. If not, oh well.
Do you need to buy OS: Yes
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: NCIX
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia Canada
Parts Preferences: I7 4790 but open to suggestions.
Overclocking: No
SLI or Crossfire: No
Your Monitor Resolution: 1680x1050 Dell 2209WA
Additional Comments: Doesn't need to be fancy or pretty, just fast with Lightroom.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: My present PC is around 7 years old, painfully slow and still running XP. Desperately needing an upgrade.
Let me know if you need any help when building it or anything
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