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Timedown

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Hey guys. I would like to maximize my gaming experience by upgrading my Desktop and was wondering if you could help me out on some suggested upgrades. This will be my first time doing it myself.

Here are my specs.

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System Information
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Time of this report: 2/1/2014, 13:22:46
Machine name: M-PC
Operating System: Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit (6.1, Build 7601) Service Pack 1 (7601.win7sp1_gdr.130828-1532)
Language: English (Regional Setting: English)
System Manufacturer: System manufacturer
System Model: System Product Name
BIOS: BIOS Date: 04/14/10 17:53:51 Ver: 09.06
Processor: AMD Athlon(tm) 64 X2 Dual Core Processor 5000+ (2 CPUs), ~2.6GHz
Memory: 4096MB RAM
Available OS Memory: 4096MB RAM
Page File: 2232MB used, 5955MB available
Windows Dir: C:\Windows
DirectX Version: DirectX 11


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Display Devices
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Card name: NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS 512
Manufacturer: NVIDIA
Chip type: GeForce 8800 GTS 512
DAC type: Integrated RAMDAC
Device Key: Enum\PCI\VEN_10DE&DEV_0600&SUBSYS_C8423842&REV_A2
Display Memory: 2287 MB
Dedicated Memory: 495 MB
Shared Memory: 1791 MB
Current Mode: 1920 x 1080 (32 bit) (60Hz)

 
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jay2577

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Then i would recommend a complete upgrade and just keep your case and dvd drive. Maybe your power supply unit depending on the make and model of it.
I can recommend some components if you wish?
It would be helpful to know what games you will be playing.
 
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Timedown

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Yeah I would like to play Everquest Next Landmark. I just downloaded the alpha version of it and after I downloaded it it ran like crap. I wouldn't mind being able to play some of the newer games on high settings if possible. I could always just sell this and put it toward a brand new tower. How much do you think I could get for it?
 
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Shocking777

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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor ($139.99 @ TigerDirect)
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($29.98 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard ($124.99 @ Microcenter)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($76.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($59.66 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI GeForce GTX 770 2GB Video Card ($359.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Cooler Master Elite 431 Plus (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($45.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Antec High Current Gamer 620W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($97.98 @ SuperBiiz)
Optical Drive: Lite-On IHAS324-07 DVD/CD Writer ($19.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $955.55
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-02-02 09:06 EST-0500)

Thanks for making a base there jay, but i change it to 770 because its better and get a 1TB HDD
 
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jay2577

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But also more expensive:D

Everquest Next Landmark has a recommended requirement of a nVidia GeForce GTX 560 series or higher / AMD HD 6870 or higher so an AMD 270x would be able to easily max it and play other games on high settings.
 
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Shocking777

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Just more future proof and can play other demanding games on ultra on 1080p. The 270X is still great it will run most games on high but if you want to play at ultra go with a 770. If you only use PC for Everquest go with the 270x but if you want to play other games get the 770:D
 
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