Computers Help building my first gaming rig - Page 38

ModSocks · 12-15-2015, 01:41 PM

This is the case i used for my work build. I freaking love this thing. I have the black version for my home build.

http://www.thermaltakeusa.com/Chassi...dow/design.htm

ModSocks · 12-15-2015, 02:21 PM

Yeah, going back over it, i still like my method the best, Jerm. I just checked on Craigslist and you can find Slim form factor Business class PC's for $200-$250 all day long, with 3.4GHZ I5's.

They may not be 4460's, but a 3.4GHZ I5, along with every other salvagable part including the OS for $200 is nothing to sneeze at, especially on a budget build. Going that route, you can easily put together a $1,000 PC for $500.

Search CL, find one of those machines, call the guy up and find out exactly which model I5 is in it. Most likely, the processor will be worth almost $200 new, as most I5's seem to fall in that $150-$250 range.

You simply can't beat $200 for an I5, RAM, MoBO, OS, HDD and an Optical drive. And then just buy yourself a PSU, Video Card, Case and some more RAM and throw the rest away.

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/sys/5340254213.html $250
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/sys/5344210987.html $250
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/sys/5349378163.html $150 (older processor)

Just do your due diligence and find out exactly what's in the machine. If you take your time and look thoroughly you can find a diamond in the rough. And with the free Windows 10 upgrades for the OS, you'll be golden.

Jerm · 12-15-2015, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Detoxing

Yeah, going back over it, i still like my method the best, Jerm. I just checked on Craigslist and you can find Slim form factor Business class PC's for $200-$250 all day long, with 3.4GHZ I5's.

They may not be 4460's, but a 3.4GHZ I5, along with every other salvagable part including the OS for $200 is nothing to sneeze at, especially on a budget build. Going that route, you can easily put together a $1,000 PC for $500.

Search CL, find one of those machines, call the guy up and find out exactly which model I5 is in it. Most likely, the processor will be worth almost $200 new, as most I5's seem to fall in that $150-$250 range.

You simply can't beat $200 for an I5, RAM, MoBO, OS, HDD and an Optical drive. And then just buy yourself a PSU, Video Card, Case and some more RAM and throw the rest away.

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/sys/5340254213.html $250
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/sys/5344210987.html $250
http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/sys/5349378163.html $150 (older processor)

Just do your due diligence and find out exactly what's in the machine. If you take your time and look thoroughly you can find a diamond in the rough. And with the free Windows 10 upgrades for the OS, you'll be golden.

Awesome, thanks for the advice!!

ModSocks · 12-15-2015, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jerm

Awesome, thanks for the advice!!

Yup, NP, and just as a point of reference, i built my home computer using the method i described and slapped in one of these

http://www.amazon.com/EVGA-Dual-Link.../dp/B009KUT3D6

Along with another stick of RAM (8gigs) and a Corsair PSU and a nice case (that i linked above) it plays World of Warcraft (you mentioned you want to play MMOS and MOBAS) on Ultra @ 70-120 FPS depending on the environment. I've also played Watch Dogs, Heroes of the Storm, and all 3 BioShock games as well as several others and it runs smooth and doesn't bat an eye.

It may not be as sexy as some of the the builds these guys are doing, or my work PC, but it does its job well and i spent next to nothing on it.

**Buck** · 12-15-2015, 05:03 PM

You can always be burned if you buy things from craigslist.

ModSocks · 12-15-2015, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Buck

You can always be burned if you buy things from craigslist.

Test if first. CL vs Newegg....at least with CL you can have them turn it on and then look at the system to make sure what they said is in it...is in it...and working.

Newegg will just be DOA.

**Shogun** · 12-15-2015, 07:28 PM

Also guys, I couldnt find the thread for some reason. But what are your handles on Steam? I would like to add you guys if you don't mind having another friend

**Buck** · 12-15-2015, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Shogun

Also guys, I couldnt find the thread for some reason. But what are your handles on Steam? I would like to add you guys if you don't mind having another friend

BuckinGaming

**hometeam** · 12-16-2015, 07:35 AM

And really.. if you want the best VALUE, then just keep an eye on

www.reddit.com/r/hardwareswap and buy some used parts (especially GPU)

most components you will buy (especially GPUs) will be under warranty still, and PC components have a low failure rate, new or used.

I bought a used 780 about 2 years ago, that failed after about 6 months. Still had 3 + years of EVGA warranty left, and they switched it and my other 780 out for 970s becuase they where out of 780s.

I mean ****, there is a 4670k and 8gb of ram going for 210 bucks on there at this very moment. dat value~

ModSocks · 12-16-2015, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hometeam

And really.. if you want the best VALUE, then just keep an eye on

www.reddit.com/r/hardwareswap and buy some used parts (especially GPU)

most components you will buy (especially GPUs) will be under warranty still, and PC components have a low failure rate, new or used.

I bought a used 780 about 2 years ago, that failed after about 6 months. Still had 3 + years of EVGA warranty left, and they switched it and my other 780 out for 970s becuase they where out of 780s.

I mean ****, there is a 4670k and 8gb of ram going for 210 bucks on there at this very moment. dat value~

4670K and 8gb of Ram for 210 bucks is an amazing deal

**hometeam** · 12-16-2015, 08:04 AM

****, even better. If he just wants to play WoW, forget the GPU entirely and use the onboard video on the intel processor (amd FX series dont have onboard video :P) and retain the upgrade path that is possible with the build I made (4790k + sli or crossfire dual GPus possible)

damn im good

ModSocks · 12-16-2015, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hometeam

****, even better. If he just wants to play WoW, forget the GPU entirely and use the onboard video on the intel processor (amd FX series dont have onboard video :P) and retain the upgrade path that is possible with the build I made (4790k + sli or crossfire dual GPus possible)

damn im good

Intel Onboard graphics to run WoW on ultra? You serious? Now your just throwing shit at the wall. The MINIMUM system requirements is Intel's HD3000, even the 4000 isn't going to get you anywhere close to Ultra. What in the world are you talking about.

**hometeam** · 12-16-2015, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Detoxing

Intel Onboard graphics to run WoW on ultra? You serious? Now your just throwing shit at the wall. The MINIMUM system requirements is Intel's HD3000, even the 4000 isn't going to get you anywhere close to Ultra. What in the world are you talking about.

Didnt say ultra.. and we are talking about being able to play shitty games and save money int his instance.. not to mention, the 4460 integrated gpu is intel 4600, and is plenty for playing WoW (and other LOW graphically intensive games) on medium/high settings while saving a couple dollars to go to a discrete GPU down the road, with a powerful upgrade path.

**hometeam** · 12-16-2015, 01:18 PM

Also I think you and I have different ideas of what 'running; something is.

Running something is constant 60fps, no dips, no bullshit.

And I also like who you are mad I suggested an i5 while you are suggesting the same exact thing. You want him to save money by going used, and im OK with that, but that doesnt make the NEW build i put forth any less viable.

Recycling a shitty office PC DOES have it merits, but if you want a true upgrade path, you need a viable motherboard.

ModSocks · 12-16-2015, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hometeam

Also I think you and I have different ideas of what 'running; something is.

Running something is constant 60fps, no dips, no bullshit.

And I also like who you are mad I suggested an i5 while you are suggesting the same exact thing. You want him to save money by going used, and im OK with that, but that doesnt make the NEW build i put forth any less viable.

Recycling a shitty office PC DOES have it merits, but if you want a true upgrade path, you need a viable motherboard.

i've been suggesting an I5 for the longest....i said if you're going NEW, then an AMD is an option.

My work computer has a 8350 in it. I didn't buy it for gaming, i agree i woulda gone with a high end I5 or I7 for that. However, this computer with an 8350 is no slouch either and out performs my home PC. If i ever install recording software and have the time to game on it real fast, I'll prove it.

And no one is mad, calm your tits. Fact is, he asked for a $500 build and you you gave him an $800 build. That's waaay overshooting the requested budget.

12-15-2015, 01:41 PM	#1
ModSocks Needs more middle fingers Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego Casino cash: $4094563	This is the case i used for my work build. I freaking love this thing. I have the black version for my home build. http://www.thermaltakeusa.com/Chassi...dow/design.htm __________________ Life is like a dick. Sometimes it gets hard for no reason, but it can't stay hard forever.
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12-15-2015, 02:21 PM	#2
ModSocks Needs more middle fingers Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego Casino cash: $4094563	Yeah, going back over it, i still like my method the best, Jerm. I just checked on Craigslist and you can find Slim form factor Business class PC's for $200-$250 all day long, with 3.4GHZ I5's. They may not be 4460's, but a 3.4GHZ I5, along with every other salvagable part including the OS for $200 is nothing to sneeze at, especially on a budget build. Going that route, you can easily put together a $1,000 PC for $500. Search CL, find one of those machines, call the guy up and find out exactly which model I5 is in it. Most likely, the processor will be worth almost $200 new, as most I5's seem to fall in that $150-$250 range. You simply can't beat $200 for an I5, RAM, MoBO, OS, HDD and an Optical drive. And then just buy yourself a PSU, Video Card, Case and some more RAM and throw the rest away. http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/sys/5340254213.html $250 http://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/sys/5344210987.html $250 http://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/sys/5349378163.html $150 (older processor) Just do your due diligence and find out exactly what's in the machine. If you take your time and look thoroughly you can find a diamond in the rough. And with the free Windows 10 upgrades for the OS, you'll be golden. __________________ Life is like a dick. Sometimes it gets hard for no reason, but it can't stay hard forever. Last edited by ModSocks; 12-15-2015 at 02:27 PM..
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12-15-2015, 05:03 PM	#5
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12-16-2015, 07:35 AM	#9
hometeam Supporter Join Date: Jul 2011 Casino cash: $3961956	And really.. if you want the best VALUE, then just keep an eye on www.reddit.com/r/hardwareswap and buy some used parts (especially GPU) most components you will buy (especially GPUs) will be under warranty still, and PC components have a low failure rate, new or used. I bought a used 780 about 2 years ago, that failed after about 6 months. Still had 3 + years of EVGA warranty left, and they switched it and my other 780 out for 970s becuase they where out of 780s. I mean ****, there is a 4670k and 8gb of ram going for 210 bucks on there at this very moment. dat value~
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12-16-2015, 08:04 AM	#11
hometeam Supporter Join Date: Jul 2011 Casino cash: $3961956	****, even better. If he just wants to play WoW, forget the GPU entirely and use the onboard video on the intel processor (amd FX series dont have onboard video :P) and retain the upgrade path that is possible with the build I made (4790k + sli or crossfire dual GPus possible) damn im good
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12-16-2015, 01:18 PM	#14
hometeam Supporter Join Date: Jul 2011 Casino cash: $3961956	Also I think you and I have different ideas of what 'running; something is. Running something is constant 60fps, no dips, no bullshit. And I also like who you are mad I suggested an i5 while you are suggesting the same exact thing. You want him to save money by going used, and im OK with that, but that doesnt make the NEW build i put forth any less viable. Recycling a shitty office PC DOES have it merits, but if you want a true upgrade path, you need a viable motherboard.
Posts: 10,646