I know a decent amount about computers but not enough to build one myself. I've put together a build I'd like to get done very soon... and probably "employing" the help of a friend to build it. Just wanted some extra advice as to how well this setup will work, not just with MWO in mind but it is important. I am pretty sure (but not positive) everything will be compatiable together. I'm unsure about power supply. My friend recommended 700.
• Intel i5 3570k Processor
• Sapphire Radeon HD 7850 2GB DDR5
• Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2x4 GB)
• Gigabyte GA-Z68A-D3H-B3
I think the not-so-expensive midtower I picked out will fit this, but again not sure about that either.
I am not going to the super expensive all out build but I do want to play intensive games like arma on at least a higher setting, not necessarily maxed out. Looking to add an SSD later, right now want to get it built and ready for MWO. Any advice?
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Looking for Advice on Brand New Build
Started by DauntlessK, Jul 03 2012 02:20 PM
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Posted 03 July 2012 - 04:04 PM
This should do well.
The CPU is more than capable of driving a higher end GPU should you choose to upgrade later. Most games will play on high settings with this, with the occasional resource hungry title requiring something (usually AA) turned down.
Regarding the PSU... I would recommend something from the Corsair HX series. I have used many of these in builds and have yet to see a problem. They are very quiet (as are most PSU) and the modular cables are a godsend for cable management... especially if you have a smaller case or build machines regularly. The HX750 and HX850 are the PSU's I use more regularly and should offer you good overhead if you upgrade later.
SSD's are great for increasing Windows' responsiveness (it's an incredible difference), but in my experience they are marginally beneficial in games. Usually the greatest performance boost is the game's initial startup (sometimes not even then due to splash screens) and load times. It is very rare to see FPS increase with SSD and even then it's marginal for the amount of money spent. For a machine purpose-built for gaming a higher end GPU would provide better results. Also, due to the limited size of sub-$1000 SSD's you will be able to fit only a few games on them.
The CPU is more than capable of driving a higher end GPU should you choose to upgrade later. Most games will play on high settings with this, with the occasional resource hungry title requiring something (usually AA) turned down.
Regarding the PSU... I would recommend something from the Corsair HX series. I have used many of these in builds and have yet to see a problem. They are very quiet (as are most PSU) and the modular cables are a godsend for cable management... especially if you have a smaller case or build machines regularly. The HX750 and HX850 are the PSU's I use more regularly and should offer you good overhead if you upgrade later.
SSD's are great for increasing Windows' responsiveness (it's an incredible difference), but in my experience they are marginally beneficial in games. Usually the greatest performance boost is the game's initial startup (sometimes not even then due to splash screens) and load times. It is very rare to see FPS increase with SSD and even then it's marginal for the amount of money spent. For a machine purpose-built for gaming a higher end GPU would provide better results. Also, due to the limited size of sub-$1000 SSD's you will be able to fit only a few games on them.
Edited by Necrodemus, 03 July 2012 - 04:11 PM.
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Posted 03 July 2012 - 07:58 PM
A few things:
You would have a better gaming experience by going to an AMD FX-6200 and upgrading to a Radeon HD 7870, or if you can increase your budget for a far better experience going with a Nvidia Geforce GTX 670. Alternatively, you could do the same with Intel and just get the 7870, however your overall frames per second would not be as high as a 670, and if you wanted to maintain your price point the AMD build would still be faster in games, and comparable in multitasking.
http://www.newegg.co...st=Combo.985741
http://www.newegg.co...N82E16814131466 - $300 on sale at this time.
+$100: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16814125423
Memory wise, while Corsair RAM is good, don't get me wrong, generally you can get a better deal and better RAM for less. Case in point:
Lowest price corsair vengeance: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16820145345 $50
DDR3-1600mhz CAS 9, high profile.
Same price higher speed RAM: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16820148518 $50
DDR3-1600mhz CAS 8, slightly lower profile.
Cheaper price same speed: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16820220558 $44
DDR3-1600mhz CAS 9, low profile.
(Both Crucial and Patriot RAM are American made by the way, should that matter to you at all.)
PSU wise, you don't need that large of a PSU by any means if you're going with a single GPU setup, so long as you get a good (and reliable) one. 650 watts at top for overhead (and 3X Xfire/SLI for non-super-power-hungry cards, like the 7850/70 and 670) I would recommend this: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16817116014 while it is on sale. It is both modular and using Seasonic internals, and all professional reviews have given it high ratings.
SSD wise, I recommend a Crucial M4 or Samsung 830 for drive stability.
finally, cheap case wise, really will depend on what you're looking at and how cheap you are going.
I recommend this: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16811147061 $39.99 with current promo. Good size, good cable management, tooless drive bays, two 120mm fans and a 140mm fan, able to mount a Corsair H100 or other 240mm radiator, and overall quite expandable.
You would have a better gaming experience by going to an AMD FX-6200 and upgrading to a Radeon HD 7870, or if you can increase your budget for a far better experience going with a Nvidia Geforce GTX 670. Alternatively, you could do the same with Intel and just get the 7870, however your overall frames per second would not be as high as a 670, and if you wanted to maintain your price point the AMD build would still be faster in games, and comparable in multitasking.
http://www.newegg.co...st=Combo.985741
http://www.newegg.co...N82E16814131466 - $300 on sale at this time.
+$100: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16814125423
Memory wise, while Corsair RAM is good, don't get me wrong, generally you can get a better deal and better RAM for less. Case in point:
Lowest price corsair vengeance: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16820145345 $50
DDR3-1600mhz CAS 9, high profile.
Same price higher speed RAM: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16820148518 $50
DDR3-1600mhz CAS 8, slightly lower profile.
Cheaper price same speed: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16820220558 $44
DDR3-1600mhz CAS 9, low profile.
(Both Crucial and Patriot RAM are American made by the way, should that matter to you at all.)
PSU wise, you don't need that large of a PSU by any means if you're going with a single GPU setup, so long as you get a good (and reliable) one. 650 watts at top for overhead (and 3X Xfire/SLI for non-super-power-hungry cards, like the 7850/70 and 670) I would recommend this: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16817116014 while it is on sale. It is both modular and using Seasonic internals, and all professional reviews have given it high ratings.
SSD wise, I recommend a Crucial M4 or Samsung 830 for drive stability.
finally, cheap case wise, really will depend on what you're looking at and how cheap you are going.
I recommend this: http://www.newegg.co...N82E16811147061 $39.99 with current promo. Good size, good cable management, tooless drive bays, two 120mm fans and a 140mm fan, able to mount a Corsair H100 or other 240mm radiator, and overall quite expandable.
Edited by Vulpesveritas, 03 July 2012 - 08:09 PM.
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