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08-17-2015, 10:28 PM
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build from scratch = best
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08-17-2015, 10:32 PM
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Originally Posted by - kT  build from scratch = best | This.
And if you're on a budget, finding deals and buying different components from craigslist will save you a bunch of money!
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08-17-2015, 10:33 PM
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#4 | | Trollollolloing RS sine 2005
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08-17-2015, 10:38 PM
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#5 | | My dinner reheated before my turbo spooled
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Build from scratch and TUNE it!!!
Oops, I mean overclock it!!!
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08-17-2015, 10:41 PM
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#6 | | wants to know why blow-up dolls always look so surprised
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i think you can do much better if you DIY
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08-17-2015, 10:48 PM
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I also suggest making an account on the NCIX forums. More computer savvy guys there who can directly link you the NCIX products that you need to make sure your DIY build works.
Also, if you plan for future upgrades, are you planning to do so within 2-3 years?
From personal experience, I tend to upgrade every 5 years, and technology moves so quickly... I built my computer "for future upgrades" in mind,
but when it came time to upgrade, nothing modern was compatible, so I had to end up rebuilding from scratch again.
So the extra money I spent initially on a system that was more open for "future upgrades" ended up being a waste.
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08-17-2015, 10:53 PM
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#8 | | Rs has made me the woman i am today!
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Definitely DIY, it's the only way to go. Aside from being the more cost-effective option, it also teaches you all the inner workings of a computer so that if something ever goes or something needs fixing or replacing, you'll know where everything is!
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08-17-2015, 11:13 PM
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#9 | | Rs has made me the man i am today!
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I have a Sager laptop from 2 years ago, and it's still a beast
If you have a less tight budget, I'd recommend Sager through xoticpc or a custom desktop from Xidax
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08-17-2015, 11:46 PM
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#10 | | I *Fwap* *Fwap* *Fwap* to RS
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once you get your build going or need help with it, i also suggest tomshardware forum. the guys over there have been a great help to me when i built my comp from scratch.
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08-18-2015, 12:13 AM
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#11 | | RS has made me the bitter person i am today!
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Asus ROG is no no, mobile CPU, 2 gen behind GPU... unless if you really need that slim form factor.
if you are not sure, just stop by Memory Express or NCIX, and talk to the guys there.
you can pick up a lot from just talking to them.
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08-18-2015, 12:49 AM
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| http://ca.pcpartpicker.com is a great resource.
You can pick out the parts you want (and it shows you the price history and trends - though it is somewhat limited to certain retailers) and it also makes sure everything is compatible.
It basically creates a checklist/template and you just fill in the blanks with what you want.
If you don't know where to start, it also has other people's builds that you can copy or get ideas from.
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08-18-2015, 06:44 AM
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#14 | | My dinner reheated before my turbo spooled
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Originally Posted by AzNightmare [...]
Also, if you plan for future upgrades, are you planning to do so within 2-3 years?
From personal experience, I tend to upgrade every 5 years, and technology moves so quickly... I built my computer "for future upgrades" in mind,
but when it came time to upgrade, nothing modern was compatible, so I had to end up rebuilding from scratch again.
So the extra money I spent initially on a system that was more open for "future upgrades" ended up being a waste. | I agree here. After 2 to 3 years, upgrade components for your current system are discontinued or phrased-out. You basically need to build a new system to "upgrade". However, I tend to upgrade my video cards twice as quickly as the CPU. I find video cards become the bottle neck after a couple of years.
For example, I built an Intel i7 920 system in '08, and I didn't replace that with an Intel i7 4930k system until '13. During those five years, I went from a Nvidia Geforce 285 to 690 and now 780.
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08-18-2015, 08:28 AM
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#15 | | I don't like cheese but I love milk!
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Originally Posted by AzNightmare Also, if you plan for future upgrades, are you planning to do so within 2-3 years?
From personal experience, I tend to upgrade every 5 years, and technology moves so quickly... I built my computer "for future upgrades" in mind,
but when it came time to upgrade, nothing modern was compatible, so I had to end up rebuilding from scratch again. | this used to be true, but I found the PC tech didn't really improve/change much in the past 5-6 years...
PC I built 6 years ago still performing well with easy ugprade (+SSD and DDR3 memory, video card)
The 6 years old CPU (AMD X4 965) is still performing as well as mid range CPU today.
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08-18-2015, 12:29 PM
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#16 | | Say! Say! Say!
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Originally Posted by Vansterdam | I just sold my i7-4790K build. Too bad you didn't post this thread up earlier because I definitely could've hooked you up.
OP, PM me if you want some help with a build. I can whip you up a parts list.
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08-18-2015, 02:43 PM
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#17 | | Banned (ABWS)?
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Originally Posted by Ferra this used to be true, but I found the PC tech didn't really improve/change much in the past 5-6 years...
PC I built 6 years ago still performing well with easy ugprade (+SSD and DDR3 memory, video card)
The 6 years old CPU (AMD X4 965) is still performing as well as mid range CPU today. | My first build was in dec 2006. My current build is from Nov 2012.
(lol, I remember the months, cause boxing day and black friday)
Maybe so... I believe during those years, that's when they transitioned from IDE to SATA. My Mobo had extra Ram slots for DDR2 RAM, which obviously got phased out. Extra PCI-e ports for Crossfire setup... but almost impossible to find my video card a few years later.
I guess it really is luck of the draw, as some technology can last longer, or be more backward compatible.
I guess what I mean is to be thankful if your computer can still use the parts in the future, but don't weigh in too much on deciding a part just because it sounds more "futureproof" in theory.
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08-18-2015, 03:04 PM
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#18 | | Say! Say! Say!
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Originally Posted by EndLeSS8 I have a Sager laptop from 2 years ago, and it's still a beast
If you have a less tight budget, I'd recommend Sager through xoticpc or a custom desktop from Xidax | Rocking a Clevo W230SS at the moment. Ain't nothing better than a portable 13.3" notebook capable that can run my Source games maxed out. Quote:
Originally Posted by Ferra this used to be true, but I found the PC tech didn't really improve/change much in the past 5-6 years...
PC I built 6 years ago still performing well with easy ugprade (+SSD and DDR3 memory, video card)
The 6 years old CPU (AMD X4 965) is still performing as well as mid range CPU today. | I would say your 965 is equivalent to about a $80 G3258 depending on the title.
The 965 is a very weak processor by today's standards and bottlenecks a majority of the higher end video cards (GTX 960 and higher). An entry level i3 would trash it hands down.
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08-18-2015, 03:41 PM
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#19 | | HELP ME PLS!!!
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Originally Posted by Ferra this used to be true, but I found the PC tech didn't really improve/change much in the past 5-6 years...
PC I built 6 years ago still performing well with easy ugprade (+SSD and DDR3 memory, video card)
The 6 years old CPU (AMD X4 965) is still performing as well as mid range CPU today. | I'm in the same boat as you. Current PC was put together in 2010 with an AMD X4 630, upgraded video card 2 years ago, ram and SSD a year ago. It's still flying like I just got it. Though I am considering of turning my current setup to a Media player/NAS/BT server and build a new PC.
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08-18-2015, 08:24 PM
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#20 | | Rs has made me the woman i am today!
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Wow lots of Phenom X4 965BE users eh, I'm still using one OC'd to 4.0GHz in my gaming rig paired with a 7950, can run most new games maxed out at 1080p if not close to maxed out, such a tank of a CPU! Probably won't upgrade until I really need to, will move to an FX8350 or something.
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08-19-2015, 09:46 PM
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#21 | | Need my Daily Fix of RS
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Thank you all for your advice and especially Razor for helping me with a build.
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08-20-2015, 08:52 AM
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#22 | | My homepage has been set to RS
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A few resources for you to look at.
Partpicker was already mentioned. Logical Increments - PC Buying Guide - organized chart to give you an idea of best bang for buck in a price range. ChooseMyPC.net | Cookie Cutter PC Build Generator - If you're feeling very lazy, let the computer build you a computer. Best Graphics Cards for the Money: June 2015 - Best graphics cards in their respective price points.
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