Simple Questions - October 15, 2024
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Curious_pancake@reddit
Stupid question but how do I remove these black thingies so that I have access to the display ports and HDMI port on the GPU? https://imgur.com/a/wwTA0NE
mustfix@reddit
The protector plugs? Just pull them out. Your GPU is sitting too high on the case atm.
Curious_pancake@reddit
I managed to pull them out after lowering the GPU. For the second part, do you mean it's placement is too high in general, or did you mean just for removing the plugs?
mustfix@reddit
Your first sentence fixed the issue I referred to with my last.
n7_trekkie@reddit
Unscrew your GPU from the case a little bit so it sits lower. Then you can pull them out
macrogers87@reddit
Can I build a gaming PC new for $600 CAD?
winterkoalefant@reddit
You would need to get some second-hand deals otherwise it won't be very good at that price.
macrogers87@reddit
https://pcpartpicker.com/list/KMXMGP
Would this work? It's a bit over budget but I could make due
winterkoalefant@reddit
It would work. There’s a couple of improvements you can make, though.
https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/VphY6D
I also have concerns about the Ryzen 5 4500 CPU because it is quite slow, like a low-end chip from 5 years ago. I would recommend the Core i3-13100F if possible, a compatible motherboard is $20 more. https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/list/VHjqL9 Also I am not sure how many games you can fit in just a 250GB SSD.
Hope this helps.
Standard-Resort-764@reddit
You could get a cheaper rx 6600 from amazon, you'd be saving 80 bucks but it is white, idk if you'd like that you can get it from here
TemptedTemplar@reddit
Not a brand new or super powerful one, but definitely something that could easily play older games, Minecraft, Fortnite, or counterstrike.
https://ca.pcpartpicker.com/builds/#X=0,60000
crzyc@reddit
Hi hoping someone out there has some thoughts to help me troubleshoot to fix my m75s.
I run this machine 24x7 using ubuntu desktop as a portainer / docker machine. I'm unsure what happened, but the machine randomly went down, could have been power related, but I do have this connected to a battery backup.
Anyway, here is what the current behavior is.
Here is what I observe when it is running
Here is what I have tried to get it going.
At this point I am wondering if it could be the PSU? Or possibly the motherboard? Anything you all would suggest I try?
madarauchiha3444@reddit
So my (brand new) gpu came with a bent IO shield.
I was able to bend it back by hand to the point where I am almost able to install it into the case and am probably just going to bend it a bit more until it goes in correctly.
Am I stupid for not returning it? It is brand new after all, didn't buy it used or anything.
ProfessionalAd1933@reddit
The other guy almost definitely knows more than me, however I would like to mention one thing: if you send it back to them, you'll get a brand-new perfect condition one- AND they'll resell your bent one at a lower price, so someone on a tighter budget can get something normally out of their price range.
TemptedTemplar@reddit
If the bend in the shield was pulling on the video ports, then it should be returned.
But if it didn't affect them at all then its fine to simply bend back into place so long as the damage was ONLY to the IO shield.
Damage to the soldered connections or the board is what you need to worry about.
madarauchiha3444@reddit
Looked like this before bending it back
TemptedTemplar@reddit
Damn was a whole corner of the box caved in or did it just come out like that?
Thankfully it is limited to just the shield, so it should be perfectly fine to bend back into place.
If you use some pliers or a tool for a bit of extra force, pay close attention to that little arm bracket and screw just on the inside. The last thing you want to do is over extend it and damage the PCB.
madarauchiha3444@reddit
As long as it installs properly and the "teeth" at the end go in where they're supposed to in that little space between the motherboard and the case, it doesn't really matter if I still see a slight bend, right?
TemptedTemplar@reddit
correct. any force will only be applied to the case, not the card.
The only detrimental effect would be a slight gap between the shield and the case in which dust might be able to enter.
ProfessionalAd1933@reddit
What's a very mediocre GPU? I'm coming off of integrated graphics, so my bar is pretty low. I'm not looking for the best, and that seems to be what every article and video I find is about.
Hoping these details help. If you need more info, just let me know.:
I really only play strategy games, although I really want to try out a few other games.
I exclusively play single-player games, so syncing with teammates is not a concern for me.
Ideally, I could buy a functioning used unit of the GPU for $250/$300 or less online somewhere. I guess I could maybe do $350 but I don't want to if I don't have to.
RGB would be a cool bonus but I'm not willing to upspend significantly to get it.
Ideally, I could play Raft, Hydroneer, and No Man's Sky at 50/60fps 720/1080p. I have zero clue if this is a big ask, so please let me know if I'm making impossible demands.
catalinashenanigans@reddit
Just got an RX 6800 to replace my RX 5700. Went to replace it and just realized that the 5700 only requires one 8-port VGA cable while the 6800 requires two 8-port cables. Don't have the original box for my PSU anymore so dont have the additional VGA cable. Can I use any aftermarket VGA cable or do I need to find one specific to my PSU (EVGA 650 G5) and wattage?
Celcius_87@reddit
https://rog.asus.com/us/motherboards/rog-maximus/rog-maximus-z890-hero/spec/
Will Asus be adding the QVL (qualified vendors list) for compatible memory kits at launch?
darenchu@reddit
Wanting to get my pc souped up for Monster Hunter Wilds in Feb. In order of importance, what should I focus on upgrading first? I'll have it hooked up to a 4k tv, but I'm not aiming for 60fps at 4k. 1080 is fine, 1440 if it's not crazy expensive. Budget is flexible, I've got about 5 months before it comes out to save/order parts.
Current build is this: AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 3.7 GHz 6-Core Processor Gigabyte B550I AORUS PRO AX Mini ITX AM4 Motherboard Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Western Digital Blue SN550 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 3.0 X4 NVME Solid State Drive MSI VENTUS XS OC GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6 GB Video Card Corsair SF600 (2016) 600 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular SFX Power Supply
Monster Hunter Wilds Recommended Requirements CPU: Intel® Core™ i5-11600K or Intel® Core™ i5-12400 or AMD Ryzen™ 5 3600X or AMD Ryzen™ 5 5500 RAM: 16 GB VIDEO CARD: NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 2070 Super(VRAM 8GB) or NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 4060(VRAM 8GB) or AMD Radeon™ RX 6700XT(VRAM 12GB) DEDICATED VIDEO RAM: 8 GB (AMD 12GB) PIXEL SHADER: 6.0 VERTEX SHADER: 6.0
n7_trekkie@reddit
GPU, the rest of your system is fine
darenchu@reddit
Any recommendations sub $400? Newegg had the Radeon RX 7700 XT 12GB for $389. If I could get a similar card from nvidia for a bit more I think I'd prefer that.
shadow_black1809@reddit
At the same price tag, would the RTX4060TI be better or worse than the Rx6750xt? I'm a little afraid of only having 8gb of VRAM, but at the same time there's the Drivers for AMD which have always given me a headache (i have a 1440p monitor)
TonyXL2@reddit
Check benchmarks at techpowerup
TehEpicGuy101@reddit
They'll perform within a few percent of each other most of the time. I'd personally still go with the 6750xt thanks to the higher VRAM. In my experience (I have a 6800 and a 1440p monitor), the drivers are pretty easy to manage and straightforward.
water1225@reddit
what monitor should i get for a 4070, 200-300 budget cad
bestanonever@reddit
Don't know models but I'd aim for 1440p 144 Hz (at least), IPS panel. Gigabyte has a good model at about that price range.
water1225@reddit
what about gsync?
bestanonever@reddit
As long as it's G-sync compatible or Freesync (Ultimate, if possible) it's all good.
water1225@reddit
sweet got it
Game_Studio_@reddit
7900GRE or 4070?
TehEpicGuy101@reddit
The 7900GRE should have around 10-20% better performance. I'd recommend going for that unless you need the features Nvidia GPUs offer.
Game_Studio_@reddit
Thanks, also so you know if 7900GRE is better then 4070 super?
TehEpicGuy101@reddit
In most cases, they'll perform within a few percent of each other. If you can manage to get a 4070 super for a similar price, then it may be worth it, but the 7900GRE is still a great value regardless.
Game_Studio_@reddit
The best deals I could find in my country is 725$ for 4070 super and 660$ for 7900GRE.
TehEpicGuy101@reddit
In that case, either option would be fine. If you value Ray Tracing performance and better upscaling technology, then the 4070 super would be a fine pickup. If you value raw performance per dollar, then the 7900GRE will be a better value.
Game_Studio_@reddit
I think I'll go with the 4070 then. Thanks you for your help!
Game_Studio_@reddit
Should I get 7900 GRE for 660$ or 4070 super for 725$? Prices in Serbia are wierd but these are the lowest I could find.
catalinashenanigans@reddit
Going to be swapping out my old RX 5700 for an RX 6800 later this evening. Is there anything I need to do beforehand? Or can I literally unplug the 5700, plug in the 6800, update drivers, and I'm good to go?
TemptedTemplar@reddit
Well insure the PC is off first, but that's it!
barbrawr@reddit
Would I be able to slot in a 7800xt onto an old mobo H170m?
I managed to get a great deal on the GPU but I haven't pulled the trigger on the rest of my new build. My concern is if the 7800xt is DOA then I could still return it within the 30 day window.
TemptedTemplar@reddit
Sure. PCI sockets are all backwards and forwards compatible.
I would be more worried about your Power supply, and whether or not it has the spare two 8-pin cables needed to power the GPU. Since it draws just over 250w, a single cable daisy-chained to both connectors won't be sufficient enough to power it.
Game_Studio_@reddit
6800 xt or 4070?
n7_trekkie@reddit
They're quite different prices, right?
Game_Studio_@reddit
Yeah, especially in Serbia, where I live. I just want to know which one is better performance-wise.
n7_trekkie@reddit
https://www.techpowerup.com/review/nvidia-geforce-rtx-4070-founders-edition/31.html
Same
Game_Studio_@reddit
7800 xt or 4070? It seems like 7800 xt gives more fps but 4070 has all the nvidia features
TemptedTemplar@reddit
4070 < 7800xt < 4070 super
https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/gpu-hierarchy,4388.html
They're all going to be within ~5% of each other, so the real selling point of the non-super 4070 is the nvidia features and lower power draw. Because the 7800xt is usually a little cheaper.
barbrawr@reddit
Does this seem fairly decent for the price?
https://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=7_4527&item_id=251840
N0body@reddit
PCPartPicker Canada has similar build for 1828. It has worse CPU, but more storage and RAM. It's not a bad deal considering it's build, tested, etc.
TemptedTemplar@reddit
Better CPU cooler too. Dual fan vs single fan in the prebuilt. Which IS important for AM5 cpus.
OriginalStove@reddit
Stuck between 7900GRE and 4070 ti Super. I have my PS5 for playing games that use RT, but something in me says I’ll miss it on a PC if I don’t use an Nvidia card. Waiting for the next gen GPUs is the last thing I want to do because I’ve wanted to build for so long, and I’m ready to do it in December. Should I go GRE, TiS, or wait?
TehEpicGuy101@reddit
If it's between those two at the same price point, then definitely get the 4070ti super. The 7900XT would be a much closer comparison to the 4070ti super in terms of non-RT performance.
OriginalStove@reddit
What about between the 7900 XT and TiS, which would you say there?
TehEpicGuy101@reddit
If they're the same price, then the 4070ti super. If they're around the normal market prices (~$800 for the 4070ti super and ~$650 for the 7900XT), then the 7900XT is the winner, especially if RT performance isn't a priority for you.
DefNotPassafire@reddit
The best 7900XT cards are the XFX MERC black edition, they've been on sale the last week $630-660. I got one on the way from Amazon, at that price it was a no brainer over nvda for me.
OriginalStove@reddit
Thanks for the input! There’s an open box TiS at Best by for ~$750 in excellent condition per the listing. I’m trying to figure out if the extra $100-120 is worth it over the XT
DefNotPassafire@reddit
That's a tougher decision, probably just boils down to how much you value ray tracing.
jr49@reddit
I think my kids motherboard has died. It gets power as I see the rgb and power light indicator on but doesn't want to actually power on. I tried jumping the power pins, removing GPU and removing RAM. when removing RAM and putting a single one in different slots it would randomly start but not read the SSD or any peripherals, though it would still display on the screen. I bought new RAM and just can't get it to start up.
Question I have is... is it worth just buying the motherboard at today's current prices? or am I just better off buying a new mobo/cpu combo?
MB: ASUS ROG STRIX z270e CPU: Intel i7-7700k
Not thinking of upgrading but for context the GPU is EVGA RTX 3060.
kaje@reddit
You have the best CPU that is supported on Z270 mobos. An i3-12100F is better than your CPU. You can get one of those with a mobo new for like $170. Don't spend that much on a mobo for an old CPU.
jr49@reddit
Thanks. That's what I imagined the case would be. now my debate is should I upgrade him to something better like another i7 or an i5 but newer gen. that way in a few years I just need to upgrade the GPU. I expected to pay more than $170 so upgrading to something a little better won't hurt my budget.
QuadFecta_@reddit
is AOpen a legit monitor brand? I'm looking for a 34" 3440x1440 monitor and these ones are a good price. https://www.amazon.com/AOPEN-34HC5CU-S3bmiiphx-3440-1440/dp/B0CL572W77/ref=sr_1_1?crid=280B9LFE6UCIW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2_V8DriE-6gTs8Zmlr4O5qUBi5-kQ6J5oyX257uiOAnGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.d2I1LfWTf_QIiAIDny6iJdzwGKdtA1YltmzH0Ja78oQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=AOpen%2B34HC5CU&qid=1729010660&s=electronics&sprefix=aopen%2B34hc5cu%2Celectronics%2C101&sr=1-1&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.9f2cdd2d-df47-45ac-9666-580d6bb0ee10&th=1
Protonion@reddit
As mentioned in the product title "AOPEN by Acer" and in the Amazon product description table "Brand: AOPEN, Manufacturer: Acer", AOPEN's parent company is indeed Acer, and that monitor is essentially an Acer monitor.
QuadFecta_@reddit
Thanks yeah I saw that I just wanted to make sure I wasn't missing anything.
Used-Scientist6508@reddit
What is the best build I can buy used around $300-400 total budget that can play current AAA at 60-90 fps at 1080p/1440p?
TemptedTemplar@reddit
Compare your options and find something with the newest CPU and best GPU.
The bigger the model number, the better.
Ignore ANYTHING that only lists "Intel core i7" or "AMD Ryzen 5", without listing the exact generation or model of the CPU. There are LOTS of companies out there selling decade old CPUs as "i7" and while technically true, the hardware is so outdated that its using DDR3 RAM, and could be beat out two or three times over by a modern i3.
Miku_Fan39@reddit
Would anyone happen to recognise and know what case the pc in the below link has?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/235591166551
I have the same case and trying to find out what it's called but I can't see any branding on my own case unless it's hidden underneath something (or maybe im just blind), but I don't really want to start disassembling it to try and find it and this is the only one I've been able to find online that's the same as mine, it just doesn't say the name of the case.
Also the reason I don't know the case is because my PC is a second hand one that someone had bought for me a couple of years ago.
Protonion@reddit
It's one of those generic whitelabel cases that are sold by many different PC stores under different brands, especially in prebuilt computers. Here's at one store's product page for it, listed as "CiT Raider". That's likely the exact same one as in the ebay listing you linked, as the ebay listing shows a mousepad with the logo of the store, so they probably bought it as a prebuilt from there.
shadow_black1809@reddit
Nowadays what would be the best upgrade from an Rx6600 with a 450$ budget? Or would it be better to wait a little more?
bestanonever@reddit
There's no "little more" coming anytime soon. Next-Gen GPUs are coming either in November or Q1 2025 on the high-end. Lower mid-range like this shouldn't be coming until well past the second half of 2025, at the earliest.
With that said, I'd say used RTX 3080 or RX 6800 XT, new 7800 XT or 4070 (if they sell for that low, which I think they don't yet). They are all more or less the same type of performance, except that the Nvidia GPUs are better at raytracing and have DLSS.
beef99@reddit
7800xt
n7_trekkie@reddit
7800xt
windan@reddit
I built my last PC in ~2016. Looking to build a new one soon, already ordered the RAM and SSD, waiting for the new AMD x3D CPUs to come out before ordering the rest, and I have a few questions:
I see that there's a trend of placing GPUs vertically now to avoid sag. Are there any other neat tricks/components like that, that you would recommend? Any new developments or technologies that I should be aware of?
Motherboards are confusing me right now, so many variations and PCI-e 4/5 combinations. I'd like something with a decent amount of USB slots (including USB-C. I'm guessing I'd have to get a case with multiple USB-C connections on the front panel). Overclocking isn't that important. Wi-fi and Bluetooth would be nice but I have a PCI-e card for that in my current build I can steal if needed. Any recommendations?
Is liquid cooling recommended, does it really matter? And how difficult is it to set up? If it's complicated and needs research to do properly without drowning the PC in liquid and frying my CPU/mobo, I'd rather stick to a fan.
I'm sticking with my RX 6600 XT and 1080p monitors for at least a few more months/half a year after the build, more concerned with replacing my i5 6600k and getting more RAM/faster storage atm. But I want to jump up in resolution eventually. I've never even seen 1440p/4k in real life before. How big is the difference between them, visually speaking?
ChaZcaTriX@reddit
It's primarily for looks, as it compromises card cooling somewhat. Most motherboards nowadays have a reinforced GPU slot, and you can buy anti-sag brackets - either standing on the bottom of the case, or attaching on top of motherboard screws.
Don't worry about PCIe 5, as we're not even fully utilizing 4 for home use.
It is highly recommended for high-end Intel, but AMD is way cooler. Modern aircooling is safer and more reliable, and just as good until you cross 250-300W CPU power draw. Additionally, X3D CPUs don't benefit from having overkill cooling (non-overclockable and with slower internal heat dissipation).
Depends on your eyesight and genre. It's massive in games with a lot of UI and slow scenic views, but matters less in high-speed action.
windan@reddit
Thanks mate, appreciate it!
neezaruuu@reddit
Is it just me or are mice the first ones to break? I had to replace my mouse twice in 4 years
ChaZcaTriX@reddit
Depends on the mouse and environment. I've only had 2 mice break in 20 years, and one of them was a factory defect (lit itself on fire after 15 minutes of use).
ZeroPaladn@reddit
I've gone through 6 (yes, SIX) G703s in the last half decade. Logitech kept replacing them and I found one open box for like $30 to reset that timer. All double clicked except for the last replacement that had an intermittent scroll wheel. I was sold on the shape of the mouse and put up with the double clicking.
Then Razer made a mouse close enough to it in shape that I had to try it, the Deathadder V3 PRO. Expensive, but we'll see if it survives longer than a year.
N0body@reddit
Planned obsolescence. I’m surprised you kept using the same model for so long. I would have been done with Logitech after it broke the first time. They’re riding on the brand image they created years ago, back when the same mouse could last you 10 years. That’s not the case anymore, and it’s clear they can make a good mouse, because they used to do that—they just choose not to in order to increase profits.
ZeroPaladn@reddit
I'd have jumped ship if a similarly shaped mouse existed when I found that open box G703 Lightspeed. The Deathadder V3 PRO is that mouse and I love it, but Jesus H. Christ that was an expensive mouse.
dexterlab97@reddit
my Logitech G502 is still going strong (~8 years)
robo-nene@reddit
I messed up and placed the m.2 ssd on the farthest slot. would I need to change anything after moving slots?
ChaZcaTriX@reddit
Unless you're using an ancient OS, nothing. Modern systems give unique identifiers to drives and volumes, and will recognize them after moving to a different port.
Game_Studio_@reddit
What's the difference between 6800 qick 319 and any other model of 6800?
ZeroPaladn@reddit
Different OEMs (Gigabyte, XFX, Sapphire, etc etc) with different models targeting price points (MSRP, +$50 over MSRP, +$100 over MSRP, etc etc) for various nice-to-haves (larger cooler, liquid cooling, RGB, unique designs).
Long story short, any base model 6800 are going to perform roughly the same between each other, and expect more expensive models to cool slightly better (but no real performance improvements!).
If the 319 meets your budget and needs, go for it.
g76lv6813s86x9778kk@reddit
What is the near-best CPU that can reasonably fit a general use/workstation +gaming workload right now? I'm currently eyeing the Ryzen 9 9900x.
Budget not reaaally a factor. I mean, ideally under 800 CAD, willing to go up to 1k CAD if worth it - I plan on keeping this build probably around 10 years before upgrading anything other than the GPU (my 3070). I'd like it to be reasonably energy efficient, and preferably a standard consumer cpu so ideally not like a threadripper.
Tasks: Gaming, development, realtime rendering/DSP (Resolume), running local AIs. Gaming is not really the main priority here, I'm sure anything that excels in the other tasks will be more than enough for gaming. I'm still running an i5 8400 and it's only just starting to show its age for the gaming I do.
Going to put this in a Cooler Master NR200 along with a Noctua NH-U12A. I was initially considering this desktop upgrade + a laptop, or maybe a miniPC+eGPU, but I'm thinking I'll just go crazy with this NR200 build and deal with moving that around along with some portable monitors, and probably a small UPS. (Don't really need the battery-powered side of a laptop, just the portability... But mobile GPUs barely fit the task and you get shafted on costs). Look up resolume for more context about why I need the portability+GPU. TL;DR: DJing, but I need a strong GPU.
Planning to wait til black Friday before pulling the trigger on everything. Any tips/advice/recommendations? Feel free to give any advice regarding my planned setup and not just for the CPU (though the CPU is primarily what I'm not sure about at this point)
ZeroPaladn@reddit
Would definitely consider a more manageable chip in that chassis and cooler, the 9900X/9950X would be a solid grab for heavy productivity work and still performs well in gaming.
g76lv6813s86x9778kk@reddit
What do you mean by more manageable chip for the chassis and cooler? That cooler isn't far from the best for air cooling from what I saw while comparing. On Noctua's website, they rate this cooler as compatible with the 9900X for "best" turbo performance. "NSPR rating" of 169 vs. NH-D15's 228
That said, I get that the airflow is definitely going to be a bit more restricted than a standard ATX tower regardless of this cooler rating. (which is what I've been used to, this is going to be my first SFF build).
I was initially eyeing smaller cases like the Fractal Terra but ended up choosing the NR200 for a better balance between cooling and portability.
ZeroPaladn@reddit
More manageable being easier to cool and won't turn the rest of the system into a hoxbox under stress. Last-gen Ryzen chips are much warmer for the performance and current Intel options are obnoxiously hot. In that chassis and with that cooler, you want to temper your expectations and plan for having a chip you can keep happy.
U12A is ok, but it's not designed for modern heat-dense CPUs like Ryzen and new Intel options. Ignore Noctua's "NSPR rating", it's their internal rating and has a lot of "but"s attached to it (including the fact that the chassis can't be impacting the result, which your NR200 absolutely will).
g76lv6813s86x9778kk@reddit
Fair, I'll take some time to compare various tests in the NR200 as well as 9900X tests more closely before committing to that.
Which CPU(s) would you recommend as alternatives to better suit this cooling setup?
As a sidenote, wouldn't a slightly-bottlenecked 9900X still outperform a smoothly running cpu from a previous gen with lower specs?
ZeroPaladn@reddit
The options I gave you are likely the best high core count CPUs to survive such a chassis with little impact. Last-gen Ryzen chips are warmer for the performance and anything Intel is torture to poor cooling setups.
g76lv6813s86x9778kk@reddit
You said I should look for something more manageable than the 9900X, then also recommended 9900X or 9950X. Was that a typo or I'm missing something?
ZeroPaladn@reddit
I said that you should consider a more manageable chip, and that the 9900X and 9950X are good picks for that_ ;)
g76lv6813s86x9778kk@reddit
Ah I hear you! Slight misunderstanding there.
Well in that case, glad to hear some confirmation that I'm on the right track! Thanks for all the info :)
Fit-Owl-2898@reddit
Just bought a Samsung Odyssey G50D and I can't turn the brigthness nor contrast over 50 and some settings are restricted. Anyone knows how to fix that?
UnderstandingSea2127@reddit
IDK for sure, but some ECO mode maybe? Or a preset like sRGB.
madarauchiha3444@reddit
Are there any youtube videos on dealing with a bent IO shield on your gpu?
ZeroPaladn@reddit
It's usually "grab some pliers, bend it back" or "remove the shield, put on hard surface, bang/bend it back".
Fit_Pangolin6410@reddit
What would be the best way to simulate a gaming load over an extended period to test temps? Expecting to get my new pc this week and want to test it properly before i start actually using it since it will take quite a lot of effort to undo and redo my desk setup to swap pcs and I would rather do that once than thrice
dexterlab97@reddit
OCCT is recommended by overclockers over Furmark. Superposition also works
thebadhorse@reddit
Furmark.
anguishedlama@reddit
My PC 4+ years has decided to stop booting and shows a red vga error light... Not sure what has changed tbh
Updated Msi B350 gaming pro carbon bios over a month ago from the official page
I've ried reseating gpu, unplugging ssds, tried various ram stick configurations and taking out the cmos battery... Currently stripped the pc to the bare bones motherboard, cpu, fans and psu and the same issues persits
Does anyone have recomendations for next steps or perhaps my motherboard is bricked :(
If worst case scenario - Is it worth swapping to another am4 board as my budget doesn't cover a new am5 mb with new ram & cpu
mostrengo@reddit
What about the GPU? You say it's a VGA error, is that so? What GPU do you have? Have you tried another? DOes your CPU have onboard graphics?
anguishedlama@reddit
I've tried both pci-e slots with my gtx 1080 no luck - The ez debug cycles from cpu -> vga and gets stuck on this
CPU IS Ryzen 5 1600 so bo on board graphics for what
I'll give the manual another check
mostrengo@reddit
Maybe your GPU is fried? Seems more likely than the MB.
Unknown-Zone@reddit
My daughter needs a wi-Fi card for her PC. I can fit it ok but I'm concerned about getting the correct one. Some of the details are - System type Pen and touch Related links IzzysPC AMD Ryzen 5 3400G with Radeon Vega Graphics 3.70 GHz 16.0 GB 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor Can anyone recommend me one? Or what I need to make it fit? I'm in the UK so will probably use Amazon. Thanks.
mostrengo@reddit
Your easiest, quickest option is to get a wifi usb dongle. Any one will do.
ItzGiggaa@reddit
Hey everyone,
I'm in the market for a new 2K monitor and would love to get some input from you all. My budget is $200-$350, and I primarily play FPS games, especially multiplayer ones. I'm looking for something with a good refresh rate and response time to give me an edge in fast-paced gaming. Here are the monitors I've been looking at:
If anyone has experience with any of these or has other recommendations within my budget, I'd appreciate your thoughts!
Thanks in advance!
hilav19660@reddit
I need a new PC and I was wondering what motherboard I should get. I am aiming for 7800x3d + 4070 ti at the moment. I see that future rtx cards will use PCIe gen 5. Do you think it's worth investing more in a motherboard that supports PCIe gen 5 or not? If so, what MB would you recommend?
thebadhorse@reddit
At your price point, I'd say yes.
In general? No.
https://www.techspot.com/review/2699-amd-b650-motherboards/
atLeastAverage@reddit
I'll be building a new desktop machine this fall (or whenever the processor I choose is released), and I've been satisfied with Intel for quite some time, but lately I'm getting the vibe that AMD could be a better choice this time around. Can you weigh in?
I'm not much of a gamer, I only use linux, I do a fair bit of single-core compiling, and I frequently play with new cryptocurrency chains, or compiling solidity for Ethereum contracts.
I had an AMD 9950x but i swapped it for an intel i9-14900k because it FELT faster to me, but I didn't collect any metrics to prove this.
I don't mind waiting until a specific product is released, but I'm having unusual difficulty deciding what I ought to be looking forward to. I'm not a huge hardware enthusiast, but I do like to have a very responsive box.
mostrengo@reddit
Run benchmarks in the specific applications you use most and decide based on that. Those crypto applications, are they not based on GPU performance?
Any box that has an SSD, en enough dual channel RAM and minimal bloatware will be "responsive". My mother's 10 year old laptop running linux mint MATE is responsive. You have to be a bit more specific.
atLeastAverage@reddit
GPUs aren't used in crypto anymore, at least, nothing I'm interested in.
Maybe I over complicated my question: Will the Intel Ultra 9 285k be the superior processor this release cycle, or will AMD have something more performant?
mostrengo@reddit
Depends on the application. You need to check benchmarks for the specific application you use to.
What I can say is that AMD will not be releasing something for a while, as the latest 9000 series stuff is out already.
atLeastAverage@reddit
Thanks!
N0body@reddit
I’d like to help, but I don’t understand what you’re asking. Are you making purchasing decisions based on feelings rather than facts, and are you asking about our feelings on unreleased CPUs? Is that correct?
atLeastAverage@reddit
I'm asking which soon-to-be released processor is likely to be most performant for my use cases. Just because I didn't collect data to document my perception doesn't mean there isn't a difference in performance. Please choose not to dismiss my perceptions because they're not backed up by data.
ank1t70@reddit
What is a good affordable CPU option for gaming? Like under $300.
mostrengo@reddit
7600
Allah-supporter@reddit
I have read that B650 is a good motherboard for gaming, however whenever I have made a search query dozens of motherboards show up. I assume they are somehow different, but since they are all the same model I presume the specs are the same. Does it matter which one I get? If it does matter is there a recomended one or some I should avoid? I have the same issue regarding RAM and the GPU. Dozens show up as DDR5-6000 with 60 Cas Latency, similarly quite a handful are show as rx 6700 xt. Does it matter which model? How are they different?
Additionally, I have planned to pair a Ryzen 7 7800x 3d with said GPU along a 1080p monitor. The games I play most are heavily CPU reliant (Factorio/ Dyson Sphere Program) and really benefit from this particular model of CPU. My budget wouldn't allow to get a stronger GPU along with a 1440p monitor. Is it unreasonable to go like this right now and eventually upgrade the GPU and monitor?
This would my first build, thank you.
n7_trekkie@reddit
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