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Headphone Recommendations (Megathread) in Computer Peripherals ·
Hi everyone,

I'm looking for some solid gaming headset recommendations.

Budget isn't really an issue here—what matters most to me is isolation. I want something that, once I put them on, basically shuts out the rest of the world so I can focus. I need them to be top-tier for gaming, too. Right now, I'm using a SteelSeries 7.1 setup,

but the microphone keeps hissing constantly, and there’s nothing I can do to fix it. Honestly, I've reached my limit with this pair—I'm ready to just move on and get something new.
GPU Buying Guide - (Read first post) in Desktops ·
Hey everyone,
So, I've been hunting around for a GTX 1060 6GB—just trying to figure out which one to pull the trigger on. From what I can see, there are at least ten different versions out there, and the prices seem to swing by about $50 depending on the model. Could someone help me make sense of this? Any specific recommendations on which one is actually worth picking up?
THX!
Advice for buying a gaming PC! in Desktops ·
crimsonstag84 said:It’s honestly the worst possible timing for a budget like this. 😬

Intel Core i3-6100 (3.5GHz, 3MB, LGA1151) box
Seagate BarraCuda 1TB, 64MB, 7200rpm HDWD110UZSVA
Patriot Signature DDR4, 2400Mhz, 8GB, CL15
LG GH24NSD1 SATA Bulk Black 24x
Corsair Builder Series CX450M, Modular Power Supply, US version, 5yrs
Cooler Master Mid Tower black without power supply P/N: ZAL-Z1 NEO
MSI Main Board Desktop B250 (S1151,2xDDR4,1xPCI-Ex16,2xPCI-Ex1, USB3.1,USB2.0,SATA III,DVI,VGA,GLAN)
MSI Video Card AMD Radeon RX 480 GAMING GDDR5 8GB/256bit, 1303MHz/8000MHz, PCI-E 3.0 x16, 2xDP, 2xHD
SSD NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 240GB

Total: $1840

I know someone is going to say "just ditch that Pentium," but honestly—everything still feels way too expensive when I see these prices. 😁

You could always look into an upgrade once Zen arrives. Or, if you can manage it—which might be the better move—just hang in there for another 5 or 6 weeks.

@crimsonstag84/">@@crimsonstag84, which shop did you put this build together at?
Advice for buying a gaming PC! in Desktops ·
Hey everyone, I'm looking to put together a new PC build—budgeting around $1,000. Any suggestions? Thanks!
GPU Buying Guide - (Read first post) in Desktops ·
Thanks so much!
GPU Buying Guide - (Read first post) in Desktops ·
...500-$200 is what I'd go with.
GPU Buying Guide - (Read first post) in Desktops ·
So, what kind of PSU would you suggest for an R9 380 x?
GPU Buying Guide - (Read first post) in Desktops ·
So, here is the current build:
ASUS M5A97 R2
AMD FX-6100 @ 3.576 GHz
Kingston HyperX DDR3-1333 2x4GB
Corsair VS450
OCZ Trion 100 120GB SSD
GPU Buying Guide - (Read first post) in Desktops ·
Quote: The New Guy
Adam Moore3 said:Would it be an issue if I started a new thread about buying a graphics card within the existing sticky titled "Buying a graphics card?" — Radeon 380 x 🙄 In that specific price bracket—honestly, you won't find anything better than the R9 380 x.

My apologies—I wasn't paying close enough attention and ended up rushing this thread out a bit too quickly.😵 If they can—could someone please move the moderator?
GPU Buying Guide - (Read first post) in Desktops ·
Hi everyone—I'm currently on the hunt for a new graphics card, and my budget is sitting right around $667.
Thanks!
Hey everyone,

First, let me give you some context on what we're looking at here:

An accounting firm is running a single server alongside three workstations, and frankly, it’s high time for an upgrade...

The immediate plan is to pick up a new server and one new workstation, with the intention of replacing the remaining two workstations down the road.

So, the task at hand is figuring out the right configuration for both the server and that first workstation.

We work with Microsoft, so where the hardware actually gets assembled isn't my main concern—what I really need is your advice on specs. How powerful should the server be, and what kind of workstation would suffice? Keep in mind, since this is an accounting office, the workload is almost entirely document-based.

Thanks,
Best Wi-Fi card recommendations? in Hardware ·
Hey everyone,

I wanted to reach out and see if anyone could recommend the best Wi-Fi USB adapter currently on the market?

A few months back, I saw the Netgear Nighthawk was still widely available—and honestly, I’ve heard nothing but glowing reviews about it—so I was wondering what the current "best buy" would be right now?

Thanks,LP
Gaming PC build under $800? in Desktops ·
My bad, I just spotted it—turns out I was being a bit blind there.

So, it’s got 3x USB 2.0 ports and 1x USB 3.0 port.

http://prntscr.com/89ubek
Gaming PC build under $800? in Desktops ·
darkowl72 said:Of course the Gigabyte GA-970A-DS3P has USB 3.0.

Sure, the motherboard supports USB 3.0—but it lacks the actual header needed to connect a USB 3.0 front panel from the case.😉
Gaming PC build under $800? in Desktops ·
Does this look alright?

LG GH24NSC0 with Zalman Z3, AMD FX-6300, Gigabyte GA-970A-DS3P, and Kingston HyperX Fury
Zalman Z3 mid tower
AMD FX-6300
Gigabyte GA-970A-DS3P
Kingston HyperX Fury, 1866MHz, 4GB
Toshiba DT01ACA100, 1TB HDD
AOC LED 21.5" E2250SWDAK, VGA, DVI
AMD Radeon R9 270 with Fortron PSU
EVGA 500W 80 Plus, active
Zalman CNPS10X CPU cooler.

I'd prefer the Z3 case—since the ports are on the top—but the motherboard doesn't have USB 3.0 support even though the case does.
Gaming PC build under $800? in Desktops ·
So, what exactly am I missing here? What's wrong with this setup?

LG GH24NSC0 with Zalman Z3
Zalman Z3 mid tower
Intel Core i5 4460
Intel Core i5 4460 with MSI motherboard
Kingston HyperX Fury, 1866MHz, 4GB
Toshiba DT01ACA100, 1TB HDD
AOC M2470SWDA2, 23.6" Wide LCD
XFX R7-265A
Corsair VS450 PSU
Gaming PC build under $800? in Desktops ·
I can't quite remember if it was around 21 or 23 inches...

Is it a better move to go with an Intel Core i5, or should I save some cash by picking up an AMD chip—and then put that extra money toward a beefier graphics card?
Gaming PC build under $800? in Desktops ·
Hey everyone,

I'm looking to pick up a case and an LCD monitor for under $1833.

I’m mainly trying to put together something decent for gaming if we can make that budget work.

Thanks, 🙂
Budget PC build for $270? in Desktops ·
Alright, that’s it then—thanks! I ended up pulling the trigger, though I decided against that tacky case. Instead, I went with one of those Naviatec 6030 chassis models; honestly, I think it looks much better than that red one.
Budget PC build for $270? in Desktops ·
Thanks everyone

Do we even need the monitor? And maybe it would make more sense to go with a beefier CPU and a smaller SSD instead?