Upgrading my Computer for WoW, would love some ideas

Subidoo · Nov 30, 2014

Here is my Gaming Rig, i mostly play WoW and maybe some other games. Youtube, Hulu, Netflix, Minecraft.

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1 x Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 1-Pack for System Builders - OEM

1 x HyperX Blu 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model KHX1600C9D3B1K2/4GX

EVGA 01G-P3-1380-KR GeForce GTX 460 (Fermi) SSC+ 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card
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1 x Rosewill DESTROYER Black Gaming ATX Mid Tower Computer Case, comes with Three Fans-1x Front Blue LED 120mm Fan

1 x Intel Core i5-2400 Sandy Bridge Quad-Core 3.1GHz (3.4GHz Turbo Boost) LGA 1155 95W Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics

1 x LG 24X Super Multi DVD Rewriter - Bulk Black SATA Model GH24LS50 LightScribe Support - OEM

1 x Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 ST3500418AS 500GB 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive Bare Drive

1 x MSI H61MU-E35 (B3) LGA 1155 Intel H61 HDMI USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard

Titillating · Dec 1, 2014

That's some very confusing formatting in your post. I have no idea if you are running a single GTX 460 or running two in SLI. Either way, you'll get a decent of a boost if you upgraded to a GTX 760 equivalent, or go all out and get a GTX 970 if you're willing to drop ~$350 on a new card. Also can't tell if you are running 2 x 2GB RAM, or 4 x 2GB RAM. If it is the former, get yourself 2 x 4GB sticks. Fairly inexpensive. Maybe invest in an SSD for some faster load times.

Subidoo · Dec 1, 2014

Sorry about that, i fixed it. I recently updated the mem with 2 x 4GB sticks.

RCguitarist · Dec 1, 2014

WoW should run fine on what you have now. Does it not?

The only thing that might be a worthwhile upgrade for you considering you only play WoW and Minecraft would be upgrading to a GTX 760 graphics card. You can get those for around $170 on the egg.

Subidoo · Dec 1, 2014

Well the card has been getting quite hot lately during raids, i think it's just about time to upgrade. I've been looking at the EVGA GTX 970
(http://www.evga.com/Products/Product.aspx?pn=04G-P4-2978-KR)
I have a line of Credit with Newegg, so i'm not worried over the price.

Titillating · Dec 1, 2014

The 970 is a great choice if price isn't a big concern. It's vastly overpowered for playing WoW, but it will future-proof you for the next few years probably.

Word of warning: that particular card can get very loud. It's near silent when it isn't under load since it uses mostly passive cooling to deal with low temps, but once those fans kick in at about the 65C temperature range, they get quite noisy.

Subidoo · Dec 1, 2014

Eh, sound doesn't bother me any. I plan to play Eq next when it get's released. So i'm trying to future proof it as much as i can. So i was thinking of getting a PSU as well. A 750W maybe?

RCguitarist · Dec 1, 2014

Subidoo :

But why? Why spend that much if a $170 card will easily play the games you play?

RCguitarist · Dec 1, 2014

Subidoo :

Unless you SLI two or more cards, you only need a 650W PSU tops.

Subidoo · Dec 1, 2014

Because when EQ Next comes out it's suppose to have higher margins for gameplay. So i'm trying to think ahead of the game, i know that the card is 170$, but if i spend another 150$ i can get the 970. I want to make sure when that game comes out, i'm good to go to play it on High settings

Subidoo · Dec 1, 2014

So the 650W would be more than enough?

RCguitarist · Dec 2, 2014

Subidoo :

Yes. Make sure you get a high quality PSU though so you don't have to replace it for a long time. Stick with Seasonic or XFX and you will be good.

RCguitarist · Dec 2, 2014

Subidoo :

The not-fully-optimized beta of EQ Next has the recommended level of graphics card as a GTX 560. A 760 is alot more powerful than a 560. I'm just trying to help you make the best investment of your money. You can get a 970, but be prepared to see it only hit 50% utilization in EQ Next. Take that extra $150 and get a 256GB SSD, you will be glad you did. Windows and the games you install on it will load lightning fast.

Subidoo · Dec 2, 2014

With my discount i would only be saving maybe 50$ from the 760 to 970. I do plan on getting a SSD as well, any recommendations on that?

RCguitarist · Dec 2, 2014

Subidoo :

Wow, that's a great discount. Then yeah, if it is only $50 more to get a 970, then by all means, get the 970. As for an SSD, The best value is the 256GB Crucial MX100. I love mine and have had zero problems with it for the 3 months that I have had it.

Subidoo · Dec 2, 2014

I have a Newegg discount from previous problems, and i got a code for signing up for the preferred account. I'll look at the crucial after work. Thanks for the information

Subidoo · Dec 2, 2014

There's a Raidmax Hybrid 2 RX-630SS 630W ATX12V V2.2/EPS12V for 54.99 with a 15.00$ mail in rebate, how good are raidmax PSU's?

RCguitarist · Dec 3, 2014

Raidmax PSU are terrible. Seasonic and XFX are the only two brands of PSU that I can promise will be reliable and will never fry your system. Corsair is said to be good as well, but seems to be hit or miss on reliability sometimes. Antec is a decent brand too.

Subidoo · Dec 3, 2014

I purchased a Seasonic 620W 80 Plus Bronze PSU

(https://www.google.com/shopping/product/5975179479525654981?q=seasonic+s12ii+620w+80plus+bronze+certified&biw=1024&bih=643&bav=on.2,or.r_qf.&bvm=bv.80642063,d.cGE&tch=1&ech=1&psi=dD5_VMHyCazoiQLrqYGQDw.1417625204514.7&prds=paur:ClkAsKraX-FSyP_caEiqjqjsG9bTJteHlQ70d71S_YaJTuJZ64k7S_T_CxnX9wONNYNzyHH7mpsbnWxPyJzQHiglUQMuvwIQutNxVjI4eOqrMR3t7n7VqRm4dxIZAFPVH732cQmiSmdsZuh_6RdGsM4zinhd4w&ei=CT9_VNWtGaXEiAKjuYHYCA&ved=0COkDEKYrMAA)

RCguitarist · Dec 3, 2014

Subidoo :

That will serve you well. The seasonics are built like tanks and I love mine.

Subidoo · Dec 3, 2014

The reviews came up great, next i'll be looking at the new Motherboards and CPU's to upgrade. Any recommendations?

RCguitarist · Dec 3, 2014

Subidoo :

i5 with a mid-level ASUS motherboard. This combo works flawlessly for me. If you need to spend less on a motherboard, then Gigabyte brand is what I recommend on the tighter budget side of things.

Subidoo · Dec 3, 2014

I have a $2500 newegg credit limit, so not too worried on the price. Just prefer stable and strong for gaming and longevity.

Upgrading my Computer for WoW, would love some ideas

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