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SweMan574
September 3, 2014 2:27:23 AM
I currently have an AMD FX-4100 3.6GHz overclocked up to 3.8GHz that sucks. And I really need a new processor. And I'm rendering alot of videos in Sony Vegas 13 and stuff like that. And now, people say that an Intel processor is better for that, but should I buy a new motherboard and stuff like that just so I can get a good PC? OR if I build a completely new one.
And now to the graphics,
I currently have AMD HD 7700 Series a little bit overclocked. So the question is now, should I buy like an ASUS 760?
And I have a 500W PSU.
Please help!
And now to the graphics,
I currently have AMD HD 7700 Series a little bit overclocked. So the question is now, should I buy like an ASUS 760?
And I have a 500W PSU.
Please help!
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The GTX 76 is quite a bit more powerful than the HD 7700, so if you want a more powerful GPU then go for it. As to the building a new computer or just upgrading some components...that is really up to you. If you build a new computer, what would you do with your old one? Would you keep it, give it or sell it, or maybe even take some parts such as the hard drive and disc drive for the new build?
The FX-4100 is not a horrible CPU and can get a lot done...but as you already mentioned, there are a lot of better options for your tasks. You could just switch processors to a newer one that is more powerful and still compatible with your current motherboard...which would help save costs and labor. If you decide to switch over to Intel, then depending on your situation, it may be easier to just build a new system and keep the other as a backup in case a friend stops by for a LAN party.
The FX-4100 is not a horrible CPU and can get a lot done...but as you already mentioned, there are a lot of better options for your tasks. You could just switch processors to a newer one that is more powerful and still compatible with your current motherboard...which would help save costs and labor. If you decide to switch over to Intel, then depending on your situation, it may be easier to just build a new system and keep the other as a backup in case a friend stops by for a LAN party.
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legend001523 said:
For rendering I'd advise you to get a i7 4790k with a z97 motherboard, that'll help a lotDefinitely agree, pretty much any quad core or hex core i7 will dominate in rendering/video editing. The motherboard does not really have to be a z97 though, but since you had overclocked the 4100 already, you may end up wanting to overclock the i7...and the z97 will help with that.
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SweMan574
September 3, 2014 3:31:32 AM
Thank you so much guys! I want to switch to Intel so I could render videos faster etc. So I think I might build a brand new one.
And I think I'm going to have a Minecraft server on that one (the PC will be on 24/7). With that said I cannot use parts from that one. I've though about it.
And this is how I might do:
I may buy a new graphic card and CPU to this PC, but to make it faster I want an SSD and Windows 8.1.
This is what I may change to (and it's the specs I should build my new PC with):
Intel Core i7-4790K (no overclock = not gonna buy another fan = no "extended" thermal paste)
MSI Z97 Gaming 5 (See down below why I don't want the Gaming 7)
16GB RAM
ASUS GeForce GTX 780 3GB or 770 4GB Because I'm using 3 monitors (extended desktop)
120GB SSD
Windows 9 (when it comes out)
And I probably need to change to a 750W PSU.
However, I'm wondering if I can plug the monitor cables into the motherboard, or do I have to plug it directly into the graphic card?
Beacouse my monitors only have 1 VGA and 1 HDMI output.
And I have 2 VGA to DVI adapters.
So, if I get the Gaming 5 motherboard, which has 1 VGA, 1 DVI and 1 HDMI input, can I plug the monitors directly into the motherboard, or do I have to plug them into the graphic card which only has 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 DVI-I and 1 DVI-D?
However, I will use 3 monitors tho, and I want to get a 780 3GB or 770 4GB. All ASUS.
So if I put parts in my PC I use now, I'll probably need a new PSU, an SSD (for faster preformance), a new motherboard and an OS.
So what should I do?
And I think I'm going to have a Minecraft server on that one (the PC will be on 24/7). With that said I cannot use parts from that one. I've though about it.
And this is how I might do:
I may buy a new graphic card and CPU to this PC, but to make it faster I want an SSD and Windows 8.1.
This is what I may change to (and it's the specs I should build my new PC with):
Intel Core i7-4790K (no overclock = not gonna buy another fan = no "extended" thermal paste)
MSI Z97 Gaming 5 (See down below why I don't want the Gaming 7)
16GB RAM
ASUS GeForce GTX 780 3GB or 770 4GB Because I'm using 3 monitors (extended desktop)
120GB SSD
Windows 9 (when it comes out)
And I probably need to change to a 750W PSU.
However, I'm wondering if I can plug the monitor cables into the motherboard, or do I have to plug it directly into the graphic card?
Beacouse my monitors only have 1 VGA and 1 HDMI output.
And I have 2 VGA to DVI adapters.
So, if I get the Gaming 5 motherboard, which has 1 VGA, 1 DVI and 1 HDMI input, can I plug the monitors directly into the motherboard, or do I have to plug them into the graphic card which only has 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 DVI-I and 1 DVI-D?
However, I will use 3 monitors tho, and I want to get a 780 3GB or 770 4GB. All ASUS.
So if I put parts in my PC I use now, I'll probably need a new PSU, an SSD (for faster preformance), a new motherboard and an OS.
So what should I do?
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September 3, 2014 3:32:07 AM
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SweMan574
September 3, 2014 3:38:42 AM
I used to think that 3-4 USB ports were enough, but since I got my system, I use a lot of USB ports. My motherboard has the USB headers so I can use the case USBs...so all in all I got 18 ports...10 that I can easily access, and 8 onboard. So if you are building anew, then go with what you know you need know and will need for a while. Makes it cheaper in the long run.
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SweMan574
September 3, 2014 3:46:32 AM
legend001523 said:
SweMan574 said:
Well, "only" 6 on the back....How many do you need? You're forgetting your case will have some front USb's too
Yeah, I forgot about front case USBs...I have 2 2.0s and 2 3.0s on the front of my case and I use 3-4 of them at all times. So definitely think about that. They are much easier to access than the rear ones, depending on where you set your case...and are great for plugging in game controllers if you prefer wired ones or for plugging in phone chargers.
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SweMan574
September 3, 2014 3:51:21 AM
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September 3, 2014 3:52:50 AM
SweMan574 said:
Now I have 4 on the back and 2 on the front.What ever, can I plug in the monitor cables to the motherboard?
If you have a CPU with onboard graphics and a motherboard that supports it, then yes you can. However if you want to actually use your GPU, then you need to have it hooked up to the GPU instead.
Another topic on here had this bit of information:
http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/intelligent-syst...
Might be what you are looking for...don't know.
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September 3, 2014 4:11:23 AM
SweMan574
September 3, 2014 4:17:16 AM
Thanks! Now then, is this a good PC?
Graphic card: ASUS GTX 780 3GB
Processor: Intel Core i7-4790K
Motherboard: MSI Z97 Gaming 7, Socket-1150
RAM: Crucial DDR3 BallistiX Sport 16GB KIT
Chassis: Fractal Design Define R4 Black Pearl
OS: Windows 9
PSU: XFX ProSeries Core Edition 750W PSU
SSD: Kingston SSDNow V300 120GB 2.5" OEM
HDD: Seagate Barracuda® 1TB
And no extra CPU fan or something?
Graphic card: ASUS GTX 780 3GB
Processor: Intel Core i7-4790K
Motherboard: MSI Z97 Gaming 7, Socket-1150
RAM: Crucial DDR3 BallistiX Sport 16GB KIT
Chassis: Fractal Design Define R4 Black Pearl
OS: Windows 9
PSU: XFX ProSeries Core Edition 750W PSU
SSD: Kingston SSDNow V300 120GB 2.5" OEM
HDD: Seagate Barracuda® 1TB
And no extra CPU fan or something?
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SweMan574
September 3, 2014 4:21:43 AM
Thanks!
And btw, what I mean by one year, I think I will get the money to a PC then. Only have 5 000 SEK now (I live in Sweden, and one dollar is 7 SEK. I have 714 bucks.... and the prices in Sweden is more expensive than in the US.. (I think so, the ASUS 780 costs 4 300 SEK here.... The card costs 600 bucks...
And btw, what I mean by one year, I think I will get the money to a PC then. Only have 5 000 SEK now (I live in Sweden, and one dollar is 7 SEK. I have 714 bucks.... and the prices in Sweden is more expensive than in the US.. (I think so, the ASUS 780 costs 4 300 SEK here.... The card costs 600 bucks...
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September 3, 2014 4:29:23 AM
legend001523 said:
SweMan574 said:
Well then, should I get 780 6GB or 770 4GB or TWO 780s?? That's super expensive!2 780's would be better and more powerful than a 6gb 780 by a lot
Yes it would be...but for better future proofing and with the idea of multiple monitors...the 6 GB works out better in my opinion. Of course, to each their own.
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