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Title: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Villain on January 16, 2014, 02:15:26 pm
I am buying a desktop, i have a 700-800 $ budget. Only pre builds i cant build for shit. If i end up buying the one someone suggested : 50k reward. I like ASUS EDIT - Does not have to be asus, and i want to play crpg on full including some other games.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Kafein on January 16, 2014, 02:20:35 pm
Wait until you have ~$1000 so you can get a MacBook Air.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Tibe on January 16, 2014, 02:21:06 pm
Why ASUS? Personally I dont think too highly of their desktops. Laptops are solid thou.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Kafein on January 16, 2014, 02:22:28 pm
If one person takes that seriously, I lose hope in humanity
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Villain on January 16, 2014, 02:22:58 pm
Quote from: Tibe on January 16, 2014, 02:21:06 pm
Why ASUS? Personally I dont think too highly of their desktops. Laptops are solid thou.

Honestly i dont care if it is ASUS as long as it does the job for my budget and idont have to build it
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Bronto on January 16, 2014, 02:25:17 pm
Ricky, come to our TS next time you see us on and talk to Papasmurf, the man is a computer wizard of some sort. Probably a satanic wizard, but a wizard none-the-less.


Beware! Papasmurf doing Satanic wizardly things inside!
(click to show/hide)
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Villain on January 16, 2014, 02:26:22 pm
Quote from: Bronto on January 16, 2014, 02:25:17 pm
Ricky, come to our TS next time you see us on and talk to Papasmurf, the man is a computer wizard of some sort. Probably a satanic wizard, but a wizard none-the-less.


Beware! Papasmurf doing Satanic wizardly things inside!
(click to show/hide)

ok ill come tonight, danks
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Switchtense on January 16, 2014, 06:52:23 pm
whatever you do, buy it at a local pc shop, so that whenever you got a problem they will fix it for free (warranty) (if possible a pure pc shop, not something like best buy, doubt they provide proper support if your pc stops working)
you are best off letting them advise you what you wanna get, because not every shop has every GPU, CPU, RAM Stick etc etc

so google for local pc shops, which ones have good reviews etc etc, then tell them how much you want to spend, they will put together a good rig for the money and you are sure that it will run and that you have warranty


for your idea:
CPU and video card sound good, how much RAM? id recommend 8gb+
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: zagibu on January 16, 2014, 06:59:48 pm
Where are you from?
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Adamar on January 16, 2014, 07:03:53 pm
Quote from: zagibu on January 16, 2014, 06:59:48 pm
Where are you from?

LOL
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Villain on January 16, 2014, 07:17:53 pm
I live in South Africa but I'm going to college in 6 days in the US . I'm most likely going to order it from best buy atm I'm looking at a intel core i5 nvidia GeForce 640 with 4 gigs of graphics. For 600$! How does that sound?
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Turkhammer on January 16, 2014, 07:21:03 pm
Quote from: Kafein on January 16, 2014, 02:22:28 pm
If one person takes that seriously, I lose hope in humanity

You felt the need to mention it though didn't you?
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: zagibu on January 16, 2014, 09:27:44 pm
Quote from: Villain on January 16, 2014, 07:17:53 pm
I live in South Africa but I'm going to college in 6 days in the US . I'm most likely going to order it from best buy atm I'm looking at a intel core i5 nvidia GeForce 640 with 4 gigs of graphics. For 600$! How does that sound?

That will be able to play Warband on highest and most other games on good settings. Maybe, since you aren't at 700$ yet, you could include an SSD with 160GB or something, to install Windows and your most played games on. If you do, you will love this computer.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Grumpy_Nic on January 16, 2014, 09:30:00 pm
Quote from: Villain on January 16, 2014, 07:17:53 pm
I live in South Africa but I'm going to college in 6 days in the US .

FINALLY AWAY FROM EU SERVERS I HOPE  :P
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Rumblood on January 16, 2014, 11:00:27 pm
Quote from: Villain on January 16, 2014, 02:15:26 pm
I am buying a desktop, i have a 700-800 $ budget. Only pre builds i cant build for shit. If i end up buying the one someone suggested : 50k reward. I like ASUS EDIT - Does not have to be asus, and i want to play crpg on full including some other games.

Here you go, under $700 and built for you, though I would add another $99 and upgrade to the GTX660 because it is worth, and will still be under $800.

http://www.cyberpowerpc.com/system/AMD_Six_Core_Configurator/ (http://www.cyberpowerpc.com/system/AMD_Six_Core_Configurator/)

Quote

    Gaming Chasis: Corsair Carbide AIR 540 w/ USB 3.0, Dual Chamber Direct Airflow, Full Side Panel Window
    Laser Engraving: None
    Internal USB Expansion Module: None
    Neon Light Upgrade: None
    Extra Case Fans: Default case fans
    Noise Reduction Technology: None
    CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.50 GHz Six-Core AM3+ CPU 6MB L2 Cache & Turbo Core Technology
    Venom Boost Fast And Efficient Factory Overclocking: No Overclocking
    CPU / Processor Cooling Fan: Asetek 510LC 120mm Liquid Cooling CPU Cooler - Enhance Cooling Performance (Single Standard 120MM Fan)
    Coolant for Cyberpower Xtreme Hydro Water Cooling Kits: Standard Coolant
    Motherboard: GIGABYTE 970A-DS3P AMD 970 ATX w/ Ultra Durable 4 Classic, On/Off Charge, GbLAN, 2 PCIe x16, 3 PCIe x1, 2 PCI
    Freebies: None
    RAM / System Memory: 8GB (4GBx2) DDR3/1866MHz Dual Channel Memory (ADATA XPG V2)
    Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 1GB GDDR5 PCIe 3.0 x16 Video Card (Major Brand Powered by NVIDIA)
    Freebies: None
    Video Card 2: None
    Freebies: None
    Video Card 3: None
    Power Supply: 350 Watts - 350W Power Supply
    Hard Drive: 1TB SATA-III 6.0Gb/s 32MB Cache 7200RPM HDD (Single Drive)
    Secondary Hard Drive: None
    Hard Drive Cooling Fan: None
    External Storage: None
    USB Flash Drive: None
    Optical Drive: 24X Double Layer Dual Format DVD+-R/+-RW + CD-R/RW Drive (BLACK COLOR)
    Optical Drive 2: None
    External Optical Drive: None
    Sound: HIGH DEFINITION ON-BOARD 7.1 AUDIO
    LCD Monitor: None
    2nd Monitor: None
    3rd Monitor: None
    Speakers: None
    Internal Network Card: Onboard Gigabit LAN Network
    Keyboard: AZZA Multimedia USB Gaming Keyboard
    Mouse: AZZA Optical 1600dpi Gaming Mouse with Weight Adjustable Cartridge
    Mouse Pad: None
    Headset: None
    Gaming Gear: None
    Fan Controller/Temperature Display: None
    Internal Wireless Network Card: None
    External Wireless Network Card: None
    Wireless Routers/Hubs: None
    Bluetooth: None
    Flash Media Reader/Writer: None
    Video Camera: None
    Tablet: None
    Cable: None
    Power & Surge Protection: None
    USB Hub & Port: Built-in USB 2.0 Ports
    Operating System: None - FORMAT HARD DRIVE ONLY
    Media Center Remote Control & TV Tuner: None
    Office Suite: None
    Games: None
    Ultra Care Option: None
    Service: STANDARD WARRANTY: 3-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PLUS LIFE-TIME TECHNICAL SUPPORT
    Rush Service: Standard processing time: ship within 2 to 3 weeks

Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Banok on January 16, 2014, 11:42:07 pm
this site looks good http://www.logicalincrements.com/ - just realised you can change currency also :)

unrelated:
wow I did some research and I built my pc 3.5 years ago, which itself is a shocker feels like <2 years, but it seems to have lost like £50 value which I really dont understand.

the 2x4gb 1600hmz ram I got for £38 is now £70. wtf seems like ram prices have increased or at least stayed the same.
the i5 2500k still seems worth the £140 I paid - the new i5 4570 at same price doesn't seem to be better
my 6950 was £180 its on par or slightly worse than the new 7850 which is £130. so I have lost some value there but surprising little

pffft and people talk about upgrading PC's every year. kind of disapointed I cant buy a new graphics card better than my current for cheap tho, what happened to moore's lore?! especially anoying because my 6950 is fucking horridly loud.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: JackieChan on January 16, 2014, 11:48:12 pm
I built myself a computer in september for around 700 euros, hope this helps:
http://forum.melee.org/general-off-topic/need-help-for-a-new-pc/60/
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: zagibu on January 17, 2014, 12:40:53 am
Quote from: Banok on January 16, 2014, 11:42:07 pm
this site looks good http://www.logicalincrements.com/ - just realised you can change currency also :)

unrelated:
wow I did some research and I built my pc 3.5 years ago, which itself is a shocker feels like <2 years, but it seems to have lost like £50 value which I really dont understand.

the 2x4gb 1600hmz ram I got for £38 is now £70. wtf seems like ram prices have increased or at least stayed the same.
the i5 2500k still seems worth the £140 I paid - the new i5 4570 at same price doesn't seem to be better
my 6950 was £180 its on par or slightly worse than the new 7850 which is £130. so I have lost some value there but surprising little

pffft and people talk about upgrading PC's every year. kind of disapointed I cant buy a new graphics card better than my current for cheap tho, what happened to moore's lore?! especially anoying because my 6950 is fucking horridly loud.

Well, it has been a while like that. PC hardware is stagnating. Also, RAM prices fluctuate quite a bit. There are often a few months during which prices can spike. I once had to buy during a really high spike, paid more than 4x the amount I would have paid 3 months earlier/later.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Smoothrich on January 17, 2014, 01:05:18 am
Learn to build a computer, there's like 4 parts you need to install, you just plug shit in, its really fucking simple. Then can charge your friends money to fix their computers (aka just reformat their harddrive everytime and blame porn).  Also pirate Windows 8.1 yourself, that adds like 200 bucks to buying a pre-made one that has it installed already usually.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Banok on January 17, 2014, 01:14:48 am
Quote from: Smoothrich on January 17, 2014, 01:05:18 am
Learn to build a computer, there's like 4 parts you need to install, you just plug shit in, its really fucking simple. Then can charge your friends money to fix their computers (aka just reformat their harddrive everytime and blame porn).  Also pirate Windows 8.1 yourself, that adds like 200 bucks to buying a pre-made one that has it installed already usually.

this, I can't believe I actually paid £70 for my copy of windows 7. cant even find the CD so I'll to pirate it anyway if I reformat.

I build my pc at 17 with a bit of help, my cousin is 16 and just did his without help - probably just youtubed it. building PC's is easy, only thing misleading is the overly complicated branding of the pieces. if you can follow instructions for a cupboard from ikea, you'll do fine.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Smoothrich on January 17, 2014, 01:29:05 am
Quote from: Banok on January 17, 2014, 01:14:48 am
this, I can't believe I actually paid £70 for my copy of windows 7. cant even find the CD so I'll to pirate it anyway if I reformat.

I build my pc at 17 with a bit of help, my cousin is 16 and just did his without help - probably just youtubed it. building PC's is easy, only thing misleading is the overly complicated branding of the pieces. if you can follow instructions for a cupboard from ikea, you'll do fine.

I'd say connecting the motherboard to the case (USB, power button) can be tricky. That's the only thing that isn't the same big obvious slot, they are very small and change from board to board. But a diagram will be right there in the manual anyways.

I mean a PC is just screwing a mobo into a case, plopping in a CPU, jamming in a videocard and some ram, then running a cable to your harddrive and plugging everything into the power supply. That's it. Be a real nerd and learn some useful (probably not) skills.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: ildist on January 17, 2014, 02:15:54 am
go to ibuypower, they build it for you
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: SixThumbs on January 17, 2014, 07:05:18 am
Quote from: Rumblood on January 16, 2014, 11:00:27 pm
Here you go, under $700 and built for you, though I would add another $99 and upgrade to the GTX660 because it is worth, and will still be under $800.

http://www.cyberpowerpc.com/system/AMD_Six_Core_Configurator/ (http://www.cyberpowerpc.com/system/AMD_Six_Core_Configurator/)

That's pretty much what I have and I would recommend it, although I picked the parts out and put it together myself. I wish I had gone with the GTX660 instead of the Radeon HD 7870 but it was cheaper at the time I bought it. It holds up well but certain games have some micro-stuttering to them and most games are made with nVidia in mind but maybe it'll pay off when some of the next-gen cames cross to the PC.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: WITCHCRAFT on January 17, 2014, 07:25:21 am
You really should look into building your own. Parts listings always have a ton of minor/unimportant specs, that makes it look more daunting than it actually is. Pretty much everything fits together as easy as Lego pieces, and the only tool you need is a screwdriver.

On the other hand, you're rather far from most English retailers, right? Lots of parts could mean expensive shipping if you don't get a bundle deal.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: zagibu on January 17, 2014, 12:35:21 pm
Quote from: Smoothrich on January 17, 2014, 01:29:05 am
I mean a PC is just screwing a mobo into a case, plopping in a CPU, jamming in a videocard and some ram, then running a cable to your harddrive and plugging everything into the power supply. That's it. Be a real nerd and learn some useful (probably not) skills.

That PC will melt after at most15 minutes of use.
Title: Re: I need computers nerds help : 50k reward
Post by: Brrrak on January 18, 2014, 12:55:27 am
Quote from: zagibu on January 17, 2014, 12:35:21 pm
That PC will melt after at most15 minutes of use.

Haha, get a load of Zagibu everyone.

He actually thinks electrical components generate heat.