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Subject: Want to build a PC? PC Building Guide and FAQ of The Flood

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Just ordered myself a 80cm deep desk and not sure if I've gone overkill for a 27" monitor? Probably should have asked first but...

  • 12.16.2012 11:24 AM PDT


Posted by: SuicidalSplatter

Posted by: pizzagood40
ok go ahead
Here ya go.
well if you count the shipping it'll cost the same as my setup and i think the specs are the same?

  • 12.16.2012 11:27 AM PDT

Who the hell do you think I am?


Posted by: pizzagood40

Posted by: SuicidalSplatter

Posted by: pizzagood40
ok go ahead
Here ya go.
well if you count the shipping it'll cost the same as my setup and i think the specs are the same?
His build is better than the one you linked, by far.

  • 12.16.2012 11:28 AM PDT


Posted by: THE SALTY CHIP

Posted by: pizzagood40

Posted by: SuicidalSplatter

Posted by: pizzagood40
ok go ahead
Here ya go.
well if you count the shipping it'll cost the same as my setup and i think the specs are the same?
His build is better than the one you linked, by far.
the only difference i see is the cpu cooler which i'll probably won't need and the video card

  • 12.16.2012 11:30 AM PDT

I got these cheeseburgers man....


Posted by: pizzagood40

Posted by: SuicidalSplatter

Posted by: pizzagood40
ok go ahead
Here ya go.
well if you count the shipping it'll cost the same as my setup and i think the specs are the same?
Nope. This has a better GPU, a bit better of a processor, a better motherboard, a somewhat more reliable hard drive, and a bigger power supply. This is a better build, but in the end, I'm not sure how much it'll be in Euros. If it's too expensive, I can change up some parts. And you don't need the CPU cooler, but it will definitely just be a good buy. Your CPU will run cooler and quieter.

[Edited on 12.16.2012 11:31 AM PST]

  • 12.16.2012 11:30 AM PDT

Who the hell do you think I am?


Posted by: pizzagood40

Posted by: THE SALTY CHIP

Posted by: pizzagood40

Posted by: SuicidalSplatter

Posted by: pizzagood40
ok go ahead
Here ya go.
well if you count the shipping it'll cost the same as my setup and i think the specs are the same?
His build is better than the one you linked, by far.
the only difference i see is the cpu cooler which i'll probably won't need and the video card
Better case, much better graphics card, better RAM, better power supply, better motherboard, and an aftermarket cooler is always better than a stock cooler, even if you aren't overclocking.

  • 12.16.2012 11:34 AM PDT


Posted by: SuicidalSplatter

Posted by: pizzagood40

Posted by: SuicidalSplatter

Posted by: pizzagood40
ok go ahead
Here ya go.
well if you count the shipping it'll cost the same as my setup and i think the specs are the same?
Nope. This has a better GPU, a bit better of a processor, a better motherboard, a somewhat more reliable hard drive, and a bigger power supply. This is a better build, but in the end, I'm not sure how much it'll be in Euros. If it's too expensive, I can change up some parts. And you don't need the CPU cooler, but it will definitely just be a good buy. Your CPU will run cooler and quieter.

thanks for wanting to do this but could you make a setup from [url=www.mycom.be]this site[/url]i dont have any shipping costs since i can go pick them up in the store.

  • 12.16.2012 11:42 AM PDT

I got these cheeseburgers man....


Posted by: pizzagood40

Posted by: SuicidalSplatter

Posted by: pizzagood40

Posted by: SuicidalSplatter

Posted by: pizzagood40
ok go ahead
Here ya go.
well if you count the shipping it'll cost the same as my setup and i think the specs are the same?
Nope. This has a better GPU, a bit better of a processor, a better motherboard, a somewhat more reliable hard drive, and a bigger power supply. This is a better build, but in the end, I'm not sure how much it'll be in Euros. If it's too expensive, I can change up some parts. And you don't need the CPU cooler, but it will definitely just be a good buy. Your CPU will run cooler and quieter.

thanks for wanting to do this but could you make a setup from [url=www.mycom.be]this site[/url]i dont have any shipping costs since i can go pick them up in the store.
Just write down the parts from the build I made then take the list with you when you go and buy them.

  • 12.16.2012 11:45 AM PDT

could you give an alternative motherboard?

  • 12.16.2012 12:00 PM PDT

I got these cheeseburgers man....

For what reason? Does it need to be cheaper? If so, the Asrock Pro4 is about $30 cheaper.

[Edited on 12.16.2012 12:11 PM PST]

  • 12.16.2012 12:04 PM PDT

no i can't find it

  • 12.16.2012 12:14 PM PDT

could you find a cheaper one from this list? http://www.mycom.be/computer-1/componenten/moederbord.html

  • 12.16.2012 12:21 PM PDT

Who the hell do you think I am?

I don't know how much the ASRock board is in your currency, but this one would be good.

  • 12.16.2012 12:34 PM PDT
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Well, crap. I can't solve my stuttering issues. Looked everywhere for info, but I can't find any solutions to it.

I might just have to get used to the stuttering.

  • 12.16.2012 12:57 PM PDT

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Posted by: z0mbiebot
Well, crap. I can't solve my stuttering issues. Looked everywhere for info, but I can't find any solutions to it.

I might just have to get used to the stuttering.
What graphics card do you have?

  • 12.16.2012 1:07 PM PDT


Posted by: z0mbiebot
Well, crap. I can't solve my stuttering issues. Looked everywhere for info, but I can't find any solutions to it.

I might just have to get used to the stuttering.

Im having the same problem. I was wondering if it's cause of my wireless mouse or it's just a graphics problem. I have a EVGA GeForce GTX 660.

  • 12.16.2012 2:26 PM PDT

Who the hell do you think I am?

You guys should make sure your drivers are up to date.

  • 12.16.2012 2:27 PM PDT

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Posted by: THE SALTY CHIP
The standard FTW 670 is clocked even higher than the FTW LE. The LE edition is only overclocked by like, <40MHz so you probably wouldn't notice a difference but for the same price as the standard 670 you would want to get it anyway.
LE = Light Edition. Of course it's clocked lower.

This is also a good 670: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168141276 85

Overclocked, 2 free games, better cooling, $375.
It's all of those things, but EVGA has a lifetime warranty and allows you to upgrade your card by sending in the old one and paying the difference. That would help a lot a generation or two ahead.

Posted by: SuicidalSplatter
How easy is it to overclock the 670? That's the main reason I'd side towards the 7970, because you can overclock it to insane amounts. If I can do the same with the the 670, I'd go with that instead. And I am thinking about getting a second monitor, but not for awhile. I'd only be gaming on one monitor though, if that makes a difference. But if I do chose the 670, should I go with the EVGA or MSI one?
The 7970 will definitely overclock higher, but at stock clocks, the 670 will perform better at 1080p. The 7970 would perform MUCH better with three monitors. The 670 also has CUDA (for 3D applications) and PhysX (Borderlands, Metro). The 7970 also lacks the lifetime warranty, as the XFX Double D cards are the only ones with lifetime warranties on AMD's side, and the upgrade plan that EVGA also has.

Posted by: HaLoxGoD552
Posted by: z0mbiebot
Well, crap. I can't solve my stuttering issues. Looked everywhere for info, but I can't find any solutions to it.

I might just have to get used to the stuttering.

Im having the same problem. I was wondering if it's cause of my wireless mouse or it's just a graphics problem. I have a EVGA GeForce GTX 660.
If it's a low end (sub $30) mouse, you'll have tracking problems which will cause the stuttering.



Also, Corsair let me send in my H100 for an H100i, so I decided to do some benches before I sent it back:

H100, Corsair TIM: 30-35*C Idle
Intel, Stock TIM: 85-90*C Idle
Intel, AS5 TIM: 70-80*C Idle

Good job Intel.

Looks like I won't be using my computer for a while.

[Edited on 12.16.2012 2:58 PM PST]

  • 12.16.2012 2:46 PM PDT

Who the hell do you think I am?

I don't think all of their cards have a lifetime warranty, mine only has 3 years. Although that upgrade thing does sound great, I'll have to keep that in mind.

Also, the 7970 still performs better than the 670 at 1080p although only slightly. Also, I would not choose NVIDIA over AMD solely for Physx, considering barely any games use it and the games that do use it aren't very much affected by it. When I had to play Borderlands 2 on a 6750 I really didn't feel like I was missing out when I got back to the 670. I also doubt many people will ever utilize CUDA cores, too.

[Edited on 12.16.2012 3:12 PM PST]

  • 12.16.2012 3:03 PM PDT

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Posted by: PMC Fluffy
Also, Corsair let me send in my H100 for an H100i, so I decided to do some benches before I sent it back:

H100, Corsair TIM: 30-35*C Idle
Intel, Stock TIM: 85-90*C Idle
Intel, AS5 TIM: 70-80*C Idle

Good job Intel.

Looks like I won't be using my computer for a while.
What the? I'm using stock TIM from Intel and I've got low temps...

  • 12.16.2012 3:49 PM PDT

Who the hell do you think I am?


Posted by: Vadam930
Posted by: PMC Fluffy
Also, Corsair let me send in my H100 for an H100i, so I decided to do some benches before I sent it back:

H100, Corsair TIM: 30-35*C Idle
Intel, Stock TIM: 85-90*C Idle
Intel, AS5 TIM: 70-80*C Idle

Good job Intel.

Looks like I won't be using my computer for a while.
What the? I'm using stock TIM from Intel and I've got low temps...
He's probably putting it under some sort stress test or benchmark program (meaning it pushes the CPU to full load continuously). It wouldn't get to those temperatures from just everyday use.

  • 12.16.2012 4:00 PM PDT

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Posted by: THE SALTY CHIP
He's probably putting it under some sort stress test or benchmark program (meaning it pushes the CPU to full load continuously). It wouldn't get to those temperatures from just everyday use.
> 1 GHz speed.

Nope, the Intel stock fan is just that bad. Yes, it is seated properly. Yes, I did try it with both the stock paste and Arctic 5. The issue is that Intel doesn't test their coolers, so not all of them make proper contact with the CPU.

  • 12.16.2012 4:14 PM PDT

Who the hell do you think I am?


Posted by: PMC Fluffy
Posted by: THE SALTY CHIP
He's probably putting it under some sort stress test or benchmark program (meaning it pushes the CPU to full load continuously). It wouldn't get to those temperatures from just everyday use.
> 1 GHz speed.

Nope, the Intel stock fan is just that bad. Yes, it is seated properly. Yes, I did try it with both the stock paste and Arctic 5. The issue is that Intel doesn't test their coolers, so not all of them make proper contact with the CPU.
So you're saying it's a problem with your particular heat sink? Because that seems a lot more believable than saying every stock cooler has those temperatures. I'm assuming the majority of computers use that cooler and I doubt they all run at those temperatures.

  • 12.16.2012 4:25 PM PDT

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The Flood....... if it doesn't go anywhere else, stick it her pooper
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the flood, there a bunch of jerks, but there my jerks.

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Maybe I want my H100i sooner than summer...

  • 12.16.2012 4:32 PM PDT

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Posted by: THE SALTY CHIP
Posted by: PMC Fluffy
Posted by: THE SALTY CHIP
He's probably putting it under some sort stress test or benchmark program (meaning it pushes the CPU to full load continuously). It wouldn't get to those temperatures from just everyday use.
> 1 GHz speed.

Nope, the Intel stock fan is just that bad. Yes, it is seated properly. Yes, I did try it with both the stock paste and Arctic 5. The issue is that Intel doesn't test their coolers, so not all of them make proper contact with the CPU.
So you're saying it's a problem with your particular heat sink? Because that seems a lot more believable than saying every stock cooler has those temperatures. I'm assuming the majority of computers use that cooler and I doubt they all run at those temperatures.
Just my heatsink? More like 1/3 of all of the heatsinks they make, lol. Why else would people buy aftermarket coolers even when they aren't overclocking? Oh yeah, you never owned an Intel heatsink.

  • 12.16.2012 4:52 PM PDT