Should I get a 780 or 970?
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 6:20:58 AM
More about : 780 970
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jackstrr
September 28, 2014 6:26:02 AM
Well the 970 has little bit more power than the 780 and it's a lot more power efficient, so go with the 970
Source: http://gpuboss.com/gpus/GeForce-GTX-970-vs-GeForce-GTX-...
Source: http://gpuboss.com/gpus/GeForce-GTX-970-vs-GeForce-GTX-...
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maxtex
September 28, 2014 6:28:19 AM
The 970 generally performs slightly better yeah. Also, it's a newer design and has fancier techmologies for gaming. And yeah, there will surely be more focus on the 970 and 980 with future driver updates.
It also runs using less power, and as a result the cards run a bit cooler and quieter. OC potential is pretty decent with the 970s. Best 970s right now are the Asus Strix, MSI gaming, and Gigabyte G1 Gaming.
It also runs using less power, and as a result the cards run a bit cooler and quieter. OC potential is pretty decent with the 970s. Best 970s right now are the Asus Strix, MSI gaming, and Gigabyte G1 Gaming.
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jackstrr
September 28, 2014 6:28:30 AM
Here is some statistics a comparing the 780 to 970
More than 20% higher clock speed
More than 30% higher turbo clock speed
Around 35% more memory
More than 60% higher pixel rate
More than 10% better passmark score
More than 15% higher effective memory clock speed
16 more render output processors
More than 15% higher memory clock speed
More than 40% lower TDP
More than 20% higher clock speed
More than 30% higher turbo clock speed
Around 35% more memory
More than 60% higher pixel rate
More than 10% better passmark score
More than 15% higher effective memory clock speed
16 more render output processors
More than 15% higher memory clock speed
More than 40% lower TDP
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 6:31:14 AM
I don't want to go much higher price than the 780 so I can't get really upgrade to an msi, it's just that evga option. I would LOVE an MSI option but I cannot afford it unless someone can help me cut down on my psu?
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/dMk2jX
(Already have rest of parts and 4GB of RAM)
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/dMk2jX
(Already have rest of parts and 4GB of RAM)
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M0j0jojo
September 28, 2014 6:32:54 AM
carterdarter
September 28, 2014 6:35:05 AM
Help me cut down on price without losing too much performance guys for either the msi build :http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/dMk2jX
Or gigabyte build: http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/BWhh23
Or gigabyte build: http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/BWhh23
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M0j0jojo
September 28, 2014 6:43:19 AM
carterdarter
September 28, 2014 6:44:02 AM
carterdarter
September 28, 2014 6:44:31 AM
maxtex
September 28, 2014 6:45:42 AM
M0j0jojo
September 28, 2014 6:46:37 AM
jackstrr
September 28, 2014 6:46:40 AM
M0j0jojo
September 28, 2014 6:47:18 AM
You can always get a better cpu cooler later on.
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor (£99.54 @ Aria PC)
Motherboard: ASRock 990FX Extreme3 ATX AM3+/AM3 Motherboard (£73.73 @ CCL Computers)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport XT 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (£57.99 @ Amazon UK)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 970 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card (£289.95 @ Ebuyer)
Case: NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case (£31.45 @ Scan.co.uk)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply (£61.98 @ Scan.co.uk)
Total: £614.64
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-28 14:46 BST+0100
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
CPU: AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor (£99.54 @ Aria PC)
Motherboard: ASRock 990FX Extreme3 ATX AM3+/AM3 Motherboard (£73.73 @ CCL Computers)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport XT 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory (£57.99 @ Amazon UK)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 970 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card (£289.95 @ Ebuyer)
Case: NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case (£31.45 @ Scan.co.uk)
Power Supply: XFX 650W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply (£61.98 @ Scan.co.uk)
Total: £614.64
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-09-28 14:46 BST+0100
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 6:53:43 AM
jackstrr
September 28, 2014 6:56:05 AM
carterdarter said:
maxtex said:
Maybe get a FX-6300 instead of the 8320.Also, I usually wouldnt't advice 4gb of ram though, 8gb will make a big difference if you game a lot or use different programs at the same time
As I said above, I have 4gb in my current system.
That wont work, unless they are the exact same model
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 6:58:53 AM
how's this guys? http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/xNMzpg
(I HAVE 4GB ALREADY IN MY SYSTEM SO IM ONLY UPGRADING MY RAM TO 8GB)
(I HAVE 4GB ALREADY IN MY SYSTEM SO IM ONLY UPGRADING MY RAM TO 8GB)
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 6:59:26 AM
jackstrr said:
carterdarter said:
maxtex said:
Maybe get a FX-6300 instead of the 8320.Also, I usually wouldnt't advice 4gb of ram though, 8gb will make a big difference if you game a lot or use different programs at the same time
As I said above, I have 4gb in my current system.
That wont work, unless they are the exact same model
I was told if they were the same frequency
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:00:52 AM
How about this? http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/mcX4P6
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M0j0jojo
September 28, 2014 7:02:38 AM
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:03:10 AM
M0j0jojo said:
carterdarter said:
How about this? http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/mcX4P6You should get 8GB of RAM.
As I am saying for the third time, I already have 4GB of RAM in my current system.
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maxtex
September 28, 2014 7:08:31 AM
carterdarter said:
M0j0jojo said:
carterdarter said:
How about this? http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/mcX4P6You should get 8GB of RAM.
As I am saying for the third time, I already have 4GB of RAM in my current system.
You need 8
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:11:02 AM
maxtex said:
carterdarter said:
M0j0jojo said:
carterdarter said:
How about this? http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/mcX4P6You should get 8GB of RAM.
As I am saying for the third time, I already have 4GB of RAM in my current system.
You need 8
Yes.. I know. I am buying the same 4gb I currently have and upgrading it. Thats why I said I currently have 4GB in my current build and my link.
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jackstrr
September 28, 2014 7:12:33 AM
carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:14:03 AM
jackstrr said:
Maybe yes that could be correct but 80% of the time companies will not make there ram modules compatible with others. You are better off getting another 8 Gb set and installing them fresh this will reduce the risk of complications later on download the line.God dammit, I constantly have to spend more and more.
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:16:23 AM
Can anyone save me money on the motherboard or anything else. http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/wDYvsY
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maxtex
September 28, 2014 7:16:50 AM
Haha carter, yeah i know i was just messing with you now cos everyone kept saying the same (but yeah initially i read it too fast, thought u said you got the 4gb from the list).
But as said, make sure you buy the exact same 4GB card that you already have (same brand, same type). If you can't find it then don't just buy a random 4GB card, it will cause complications and you don't wanna risk problems on something as important as RAM.
But as said, make sure you buy the exact same 4GB card that you already have (same brand, same type). If you can't find it then don't just buy a random 4GB card, it will cause complications and you don't wanna risk problems on something as important as RAM.
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M0j0jojo
September 28, 2014 7:19:37 AM
Go with this build http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/FBVxTW dont buy a CPU cooler, you can get that later.
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:20:41 AM
M0j0jojo said:
Go with this build http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/FBVxTW dont buy a CPU cooler, you can get that later.Nah I want a CPU Cooler asap because I play games like Battlefield and DayZ and Arma so I need as much CPU Power as possible.
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maxtex
September 28, 2014 7:22:08 AM
Well get a fx-6300, or even a fx-4300. You'll get a couple less fps in game, but if you're on a 1080p monitor it's no biggie as with the gtx 970 you'll max out any game anyway with 60+fps. I can't give advice on AMD motherboards as i don't know much about them. Maybe get a PSU with 550W, like a corsair CS550M, or even a CX500. You'll need at least 500W though.
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:23:07 AM
Can anybody help me with a cheaper but similar board and a great 550w psu?
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/qvr4P6
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/qvr4P6
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maxtex
September 28, 2014 7:24:41 AM
carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:26:27 AM
maxtex
September 28, 2014 7:30:02 AM
carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:30:43 AM
carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:32:12 AM
maxtex said:
Huh? it says theyre about 16-18 pounds, while the 212 is 24-25. But yeah ok thats still just 7-8 pounds difference.OH THE EVO! Whoops now I misread.
Can anyone save me like £10-£20 on my motherboard then? : http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/HWFRnQ
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jackstrr
September 28, 2014 7:35:55 AM
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:36:20 AM
Ok I think I found it. How's this everybody? : http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/9FvBFT
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carterdarter
September 28, 2014 7:36:55 AM
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jackstrr
September 28, 2014 7:41:51 AM
carterdarter said:
jackstrr said:
http://uk.pcpartpicker.com/p/VL3LpgWhich would be better, mine or yours.
Yours
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