- Feb 3, 2014
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Good afternoon all! First off I'd like to apologize if I'm posting in the wrong area. Secondly, I'll be using the "How to ask for upgrade advice" thread as a format.
I'd like to start off by saying that I'm finally venturing into the world of desktops (Have been an ASUS Gaming Laptop fanboi for a while
) which unfortunately means I'm not quite up to date on hardware/etc. I've had a couple recommendations given to me so far, but I'm always curious to see what others can come up with. I can provide the previous builds given to me upon request if needed.
Now, onto the format:
Approximate Purchase Date: I am in no rush, as my laptop is still working fine. Just wanting an upgrade in the near future. I'd say I may start purchasing parts in 3-6 month time frame at latest, and one month at earliest.
Budget Range: $3,000 USD. I can go a bit higher if you believe a part or two are worth the extra change.
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Heavy Gaming of all sorts (BF4/Skyrim/all that jazz)/Quark Coin Mining/Movies/general.
Are you buying a monitor: Yes. Suggestions for this will be highly appreciated, as I've not much experience with actually having control over a monitor, as you can imagine!
Parts to Upgrade: None. Fresh Desktop to be built.
Do you need to buy OS: Negative. Have a copy of windows 7 ready to be used.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Anywhere you deem trustworthy. I normally look at Newegg/TigerDirect.
Location: Rapid City, South Dakota, USA
Parts Preferences: I've always been an Intel Fanboi, but alot of buddies swear by AMD. Can I get some insight to everyones thoughts? I've also been a big fan of the GTX series, and i hear the 780TI's are the best benchmark wise at the moment, but I'm open to all suggestions, just please provide a reasoning so I can further my understanding of parts/benchmarks.
Overclocking: Have only played around with it years ago, would like to re-learn, so potentially/sure.
SLI or Crossfire: What now? I've heard of SLI, but crossfire?
Your Monitor Resolution: No preference. Wanting opinions of what you all have found works well.
Additional Comments: As far as a case, I'd like something that looks a little more "gamish" as I've always had normal towers when I did own a desktop. However, neon lights and whatnot is not a necessity unless I've got the budget to throw it in for fun. I would like a quiet PC, as the noise from my G74SX is what is making me upgrade in the first place (Asus's worse fan placement ever in a laptop, I personally believe.) Gaming will be the main aspect to the computer. I'd like this computer to last me a few years (if possible) or have the potential of easy-upgrading. I'm also going to be looking for a keyboard and Speakers, but this doesn't have to be included in the 3k budget! A future upgrade per-se, but would still love opinions on your favorites.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: As previously mentioned, my Asus G74SX's hardware is wearing, and the noise is getting mind-boggling. I've tried cleaning it several times, but the construction of the laptop is ill-prepared for someone who fears breaking anything they touch such as myself.
If you have made it this far, thank you for reading and any potential post/suggestions you may have for me! Looking forward to seeing everyones builds/comments on posted builds.
All the best,
Tom
P.S. Forgot to mention my only request is that it have 16GB RAM, and preferably be able to run any game without hiccuping/max settings without flinching if at all possible.
I'd like to start off by saying that I'm finally venturing into the world of desktops (Have been an ASUS Gaming Laptop fanboi for a while
) which unfortunately means I'm not quite up to date on hardware/etc. I've had a couple recommendations given to me so far, but I'm always curious to see what others can come up with. I can provide the previous builds given to me upon request if needed.Now, onto the format:
Approximate Purchase Date: I am in no rush, as my laptop is still working fine. Just wanting an upgrade in the near future. I'd say I may start purchasing parts in 3-6 month time frame at latest, and one month at earliest.
Budget Range: $3,000 USD. I can go a bit higher if you believe a part or two are worth the extra change.
System Usage from Most to Least Important: Heavy Gaming of all sorts (BF4/Skyrim/all that jazz)/Quark Coin Mining/Movies/general.
Are you buying a monitor: Yes. Suggestions for this will be highly appreciated, as I've not much experience with actually having control over a monitor, as you can imagine!
Parts to Upgrade: None. Fresh Desktop to be built.
Do you need to buy OS: Negative. Have a copy of windows 7 ready to be used.
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Anywhere you deem trustworthy. I normally look at Newegg/TigerDirect.
Location: Rapid City, South Dakota, USA
Parts Preferences: I've always been an Intel Fanboi, but alot of buddies swear by AMD. Can I get some insight to everyones thoughts? I've also been a big fan of the GTX series, and i hear the 780TI's are the best benchmark wise at the moment, but I'm open to all suggestions, just please provide a reasoning so I can further my understanding of parts/benchmarks.
Overclocking: Have only played around with it years ago, would like to re-learn, so potentially/sure.
SLI or Crossfire: What now? I've heard of SLI, but crossfire?
Your Monitor Resolution: No preference. Wanting opinions of what you all have found works well.
Additional Comments: As far as a case, I'd like something that looks a little more "gamish" as I've always had normal towers when I did own a desktop. However, neon lights and whatnot is not a necessity unless I've got the budget to throw it in for fun. I would like a quiet PC, as the noise from my G74SX is what is making me upgrade in the first place (Asus's worse fan placement ever in a laptop, I personally believe.) Gaming will be the main aspect to the computer. I'd like this computer to last me a few years (if possible) or have the potential of easy-upgrading. I'm also going to be looking for a keyboard and Speakers, but this doesn't have to be included in the 3k budget! A future upgrade per-se, but would still love opinions on your favorites.
And Most Importantly, Why Are You Upgrading: As previously mentioned, my Asus G74SX's hardware is wearing, and the noise is getting mind-boggling. I've tried cleaning it several times, but the construction of the laptop is ill-prepared for someone who fears breaking anything they touch such as myself.
If you have made it this far, thank you for reading and any potential post/suggestions you may have for me! Looking forward to seeing everyones builds/comments on posted builds.
All the best,
Tom
P.S. Forgot to mention my only request is that it have 16GB RAM, and preferably be able to run any game without hiccuping/max settings without flinching if at all possible.
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