Another "Build-me-a-com" thread :D

konflakes

konflakes

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ok, I have a bare minimum amount of knowledge when it comes to computer parts and building coms but I have been using a $2000 pre-built scamputer for the past 3 years.
This guys here: http://support.acer.com/product/default.aspx?modelId=4113
The Acer Predator G5910. I bought it because it looked cool lol.
Apart from an upgrade to an msi gtx560 ti card, the rest of it is stock pre-built.

I'm looking to make an affordable beast rig. Baseline is: I want it to run BF3 on ultra, smooth. If I want to push it further I would like to see some smooth on Metro's max. I will be using this for programming, gaming, 3d modelling and rendering, as well as for porn normal activities. As such I'd like to have an i7.

My budget would be about... USD1.3k. I'm mainly wondering if it'd be cheaper to get my parts off that newegg thingamajig and ship it over or get the parts here locally(Singapore, if anyone wants to help). Anyone wanna hook me up?
 
You know what, instead of making my own thread, I'll just ask the exact same question but change the budget to 500 bucks.
You know, keeping things simple.
Soz babe for stealing some of your thread.
 
You'd be pretty much fine with an Nvidia 670 / AMD 7950 and an i7 3770k build. Just make sure you grab a non-reference card when you're buying, the fans are usually sub par in reference models. You also won't really need the extra vram unless you use dual / tripple monitors, the card will be too out of date by the time games need more than 2gb's. Just pick a nice case and use the RAM, HDD(s) and the PSU (if it's sufficient) from your old build. You could also use the 560ti as a dedicated PhysX card if you don't plan on selling it. I can't really help much with mobo's as I know little about what makes a good one. But I really like the build quality on ASUS mobo's.
 
I've been seeing a lot of these threads lately. It's great that so many people are taking an interest in building their own computers, and I think a sticky with builds for multiple price points could go a long way in assisting these people. I'd be up for making it, and I'm sure Jerzey could helps well. Let me know what you think.

Some things to remember:
  • 3770K is NOT going to give you much (or any) improvement in gaming. Stick with a 3570K unless you are going to be doing more CPU intensive tasks.
  • RAM is good, but you don't need to go overboard. Get 2 4GB sticks so you can get 2 more later on if need be. For the speed, get 1600 or greater (1600 being the sweet spot).
  • Graphics: EVGA reference cards still preform better than most non-reference so look into those. EVGA also has non-reference models (Signature 2), which will be even better with cooling.
  • MOBOs: EVGA or ASUS. Premium price for premium components. If you plan on SLI or Crossfire, get one with enough PCIe 3.0 slots. Get USB 3.0, because it truly is worlds better than 2.0

Dun, I guess: Ask questions, maybe receive answers.
 
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-3820 3.6GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 ATX LGA2011 Motherboard ($203.55 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Value 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.98 @ Outlet PC)
Storage: Intel 330 Series 60GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition 3GB Video Card ($422.13 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Trooper ATX Full Tower Case ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 750W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($94.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On IHAS324-98 DVD/CD Writer ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1285.59
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-02-11 19:27 EST-0500)
 
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tshinotu145 said:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

CPU: Intel Core i7-3820 3.6GHz Quad-Core Processor ($229.99 @ Microcenter)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-X79-UD3 ATX LGA2011 Motherboard ($203.55 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: G.Skill Value 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($44.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($69.98 @ Outlet PC)
Storage: Intel 330 Series 60GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($74.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Sapphire Radeon HD 7970 GHz Edition 3GB Video Card ($422.13 @ SuperBiiz)
Case: Cooler Master Storm Trooper ATX Full Tower Case ($119.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair Enthusiast 750W 80 PLUS Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($94.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On IHAS324-98 DVD/CD Writer ($24.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $1285.59
(Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)
(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-02-11 19:27 EST-0500)
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I would change that to a WD 1TB Caviar Black and an EVGA GeForce GTX 660 TI or 670, unless you want to go big with the video card and get a GTX 680. Overall, the price would be around $150 more with the 680 and a little less than the $1285 with the 660 TI. By the way, I just estimated those prices with the separate cards so they aren't extremely accurate by any means...
 
He wants to play BF3 on ultra with smooth frames and also render/model. a 192-bit 660ti isn't going to do that. 2 cards with high VRAM would be suggested.
 
After taking into consideration everything in this thread, my friend helped me put this together:
i7-3770K with Asrock Z77 pro 3 - $554
Coolermaster Hyper 212 cpu cooler -$35
Corsair Vengence DDR3 1600mhz 8gb kit -$65
MSI R7950 OC edition - $390
Seasonic X760 Mod- $182
Seagate barracuda 3tb X2 - $340
Intel 330 120gb SSD- $117
CM Storm Enforcer -$115
Samsung 22x dvd drive OEM -$20

Total:$1818
Cash 4% off: $1745

This is in Singapore Dollars so the US price would be about 80% of this.

Not included in the pricing is a 27 inch monitor I'm buying from the aforementioned friend 2nd hand for 250 bucks.

Thanks for all the help, I'm putting the PC together 2moro.
 
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