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Gaming PC + monitor build under $600 in Desktops · Dec 23, 2017

Grab this one instead; it comes with a 36-month warranty

The price is identical, and honestly, a TN panel is better for gaming anyway. Plus, General Electric hasn't been in this game for ages—it's just some low-end Chinese brand now. I've had my Dell Benq gw2250 for five years already, running at least 10 hours a day, and it still holds up perfectly.

Fix this old junk or just scrap it? in Desktops · Dec 21, 2017

This shouldn't be placed below this
https://www.amazon.com/power-supply-400w-fs...m_medium=click

Best gaming PC build for under $1,100? in Desktops · Dec 21, 2017

blueheron24 said:A B350 Ryzen paired with a 1070? I feel like you could probably make that work.

The 1060 6gb goes for $800 while the 1070 is about $433 more expensive, even though it's roughly 30-40% faster depending on the game. It’s just not worth it; honestly, buying high-end cards has never been a great move since they lose their value so fast.

Fix this old junk or just scrap it? in Desktops · Dec 21, 2017

Jesse Jones15 said:Any advice on what I should pick up? I'm pretty clueless when it comes to PC hardware, honestly about as lost as Mary is in a bad neighborhood...

G6-Tapatalk

What's the absolute maximum you guys would pay...

Fix this old junk or just scrap it? in Desktops · Dec 21, 2017

You should swap out that power supply immediately. It’s only putting out 240 watts on the +12V rail, and honestly, given how old it is, it’s completely unreliable. My advice? Just toss it!

Gaming PC Upgrade Ideas in Desktops · Nov 28, 2017

Just grab the ASUS EZ update from the ASUS motherboard site for 7 64-bit and you can use it to update the BIOS

Gaming PC Upgrade Ideas in Desktops · Nov 28, 2017

shadowwolf15 said:From what I understand, overclocking hits a wall eventually—but if you’ve got decent cooling, everything should run stable. Any further clocking requires bumping up the voltage and all that other junk that just heats the CPU right up. Obviously, your thermal headroom and specific cooler type dictate how high you can push the clock. And at the end of the day, the whole thing needs to stay rock-solid under load. Overclocking exists because the multipliers are unlocked, but Intel doesn't guarantee longevity or stability when you start messing with it. That's my take, anyway. Thermal stress and those constant spikes in workload are definitely going to shorten a processor's lifespan—especially if someone tries to pull max performance using some pathetic, cheap aftermarket cooler.

It's fine; my whole family uses this PC and since I'm not home all the time, I'm not risking much with OC. My CPU stays on the ASUS default turbo mode, and I'm using more than enough cooling for that.
My plan is to pick the fastest possible CPU compatible with my board and maybe try a little turbo OC, staying within that near 100% safety zone.

Ugh, I haven't visited the ASUS pages in years.
Update BIOS
Version 3603(Only for WinXP & Vista)
2012/11/2717.52 MBytes

My BIOS is 0902 from Sep/2011.

So what now? This BIOS version isn't meant for Windows 10 64-bit.

The version of Windows you're running doesn't matter for the BIOS.

Gaming PC Upgrade Ideas in Desktops · Nov 28, 2017

Kimberly Gomez34 said:It certainly works that way too, but the whole point here is to unlock that hyperthreading. Moving away from quad-core architecture is key. Plus, you end up with the most powerful CPU available for that socket, which gives you some peace of mind. IMO, that frees up enough budget for him to grab a solid GPU upgrade, maybe something in the GTX 1070 or 1080 range.

If he picks up an RTX 3080 for $3200-$1167 I don't think he'd see any bottlenecking at 4.5ghz

Gaming PC Upgrade Ideas in Desktops · Nov 28, 2017

I'd actually go with an i5 2500k over an i7 3rd generation. Honestly, if you have decent cooling, you can probably push it to 4.5GHz, which makes anything better than that unnecessary for me.

Advice for buying a gaming PC! in Desktops · Oct 25, 2017

Zachary Nguyen2 said:https://www.amazon.it/gp/product/B07...PNWYJU7H&psc=1

$833 with shipping, $40 it's pricier than this old BenQ.
Why doesn't this BenQ have DisplayPort?

The BenQ is a 2155, and the difference is $115 just basic math.

Advice for buying a gaming PC! in Desktops · Oct 25, 2017

Zachary Nguyen2 said:For that kind of money, he could grab a Samsung CFG73 instead, which is way better.

I'll pick it up right away, just tell me where I can find it for $667😵

Advice for buying a gaming PC! in Desktops · Oct 24, 2017

Douglas Fisher78 said:What do you guys think—is it better to go with a higher refresh rate or a higher resolution for a new monitor? I've been looking at some options up to about $667, so I'm not quite sure which way to lean. If anyone has any solid recommendations for a good gaming monitor around $667, let me know.

Need advice for a new PC build in Desktops · Oct 12, 2017

Robert Rodriguez2 said:If you look at the raw specs, Intel SSDs might lag behind Apple, which I mentioned earlier, but when it comes to rigorous testing and strict quality control, they’re still top-tier...

Just show me an actual review then.

Need advice for a new PC build in Desktops · Oct 11, 2017

Go ahead and find me a single review where an Intel SSD actually outperforms a Samsung one!!!

Can I run an EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 in a Dell OptiPlex 7050 or 3020? in Desktops · Aug 13, 2017

If those office machines are running on the same motherboards, they likely only support 60-75 watts via PCI Express, which makes any serious gaming pretty much impossible.

Issues with the 6870? in Desktops · Jul 13, 2017

If gas leaked from those copper heat pipes, then your card's cooling system is basically dead...

GTX and Dell UltraSharp combo in Desktops · Jul 12, 2017

Your graphics card is compatible with that monitor, but you won't be hitting 144 fps when playing demanding games.

New SSD recommendations? in Desktops · May 9, 2017

Adam Moore3 said:It’s not for me—it’s for a friend—but I don't see an issue with getting the $267 instead of the 700 if there's a noticeable difference. I know Samsung is the best buy, but we're talking prices approaching $300 now. Basically, the MX seems like a solid middle ground. You can't find the MX in Cleveland, but I can order it from San Diego; waiting a few days isn't a big deal.

Yep, I figured it couldn't just be $33 cheaper without any actual trade-offs. There definitely is one.

All in all, the MX seems like the way to go. I think I'll just order it through Links to have it delivered.

If it's only a $1.50 difference for an extra 2 years of warranty, I'd still go with Samsung, but if money is tight, just get a standard drive.😁

New SSD recommendations? in Desktops · May 9, 2017

analogtiger19 said:Just stab it. Crucial MX300 275 GB I'm sorry, I didn't quite catch that. Could you please clarify what you meant? $259 Over at Links...

Only 36 months...
One review.
The Samsung 850 evo is likely the most reliable SSD ever made. It’s easily the most popular choice on the market right now, too. Honestly, this drive is in a league of its kind, which is why Samsung can afford to price it $10-$20 higher than the competition.

Crucial MX300 is a great SSD as well. While it doesn't quite match the Samsung 850 evo in terms of performanca, it remains a solid, dependable drive from a top-tier manufacturer. In my opinion, Crucial MX300 is The Best SSD in terms of performanca / value. That said, overall Samsung is Better.

New SSD recommendations? in Desktops · May 9, 2017

Samsung 850 evo $291 because it comes with a 60-month warranty and is honestly one of the best drives on the market right now.