 KrisnatharokPC Builder, Gamer
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Re: New system advice pleasesaid by Skit112:I could go to $1800. I could go much higher but there are always more guitars and amps to add to the collection. 
OK, here's how I would do it. You didn't include an OS in your original build, so I didn't include one here. PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / BenchmarksCPU: Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($189.99 @ Microcenter) CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($19.99 @ Newegg) Motherboard: ASRock Z77 OC Formula EATX LGA1155 Motherboard ($235.99 @ SuperBiiz) Memory: Corsair Vengeance 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($73.74 @ NCIX US) Storage: Western Digital Caviar Black 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($157.99 @ Adorama) Storage: Samsung 830 Series 256GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($204.99 @ Newegg) Video Card: EVGA GeForce GTX 680 4GB Video Card ($529.99 @ Amazon) Case: Cooler Master HAF XM (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($109.99 @ Newegg) Power Supply: Rosewill Capstone 750W 80 PLUS Gold Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply ($109.99 @ Newegg) Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-04 DVD/CD Writer ($15.98 @ Outlet PC) Total: $1648.64 (Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.)(Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-01-27 21:40 EST-0500) |
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Skit112
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2013-Jan-27 10:12 pm
Thanks Krisnatharok and everyone else. I like that list. I was actually looking at that vid card as you posted. I have a Lite-On DVD/CD Writer. I just thought it might be nice to have the Blu-Ray too.
One question. How is the on-board sound on these new mobos? Right now I use a Creative SB Platinum card. Will the on-board sound be as good?
As far as an OS I run XP Pro now but I know I should upgrade and probably go with Win 7 Home Premium. |
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me1212
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me1212
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2013-Jan-27 10:14 pm
I have no idea how they compare to the on-board stuff, but I only use on-board because its more than what I need right now. |
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KrisnatharokPC Builder, Gamer
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What sound system are you going to be using? Headphones or speakers? |
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Skit112
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2013-Jan-27 11:56 pm
I have an older Cambridge Sound works system. Sub with 4 speakers. It sounds amazing. It is a Henry Kloss designed system. |
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 Ghastlyone
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said by Skit112:Thanks Krisnatharok and everyone else. I like that list. I was actually looking at that vid card as you posted. I have a Lite-On DVD/CD Writer. I just thought it might be nice to have the Blu-Ray too.
One question. How is the on-board sound on these new mobos? Right now I use a Creative SB Platinum card. Will the on-board sound be as good?
As far as an OS I run XP Pro now but I know I should upgrade and probably go with Win 7 Home Premium.
The sound on my Z77 Gigabyte board is superb. It's got Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi MB2 audio. Installing a sound card would be a complete waste of money. I guess if you're doing digital audio editing or something along the lines of that, a sound card might benefit you, but otherwise, I see no need. |
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KrisnatharokPC Builder, Gamer
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said by Skit112:I have an older Cambridge Sound works system. Sub with 4 speakers. It sounds amazing. It is a Henry Kloss designed system.
You might want a soundcard if you are an audiophile. If you were using headphones, I'd say use onboard. I don't know enough about audio to recommend a sound card. |
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 TRU
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Hey just a fyi... that CPU at Microcenter is for in-store pick up only. So it might not be $189.99 if you don't have a Microcenter nearby. |
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KrisnatharokPC Builder, Gamer
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It's 27 min for OP. He can make the trip. |
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TRU
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TRU
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2013-Jan-30 4:05 pm
That works then |
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Thanks for the heads up. I could make the trip if I had a car. I got rid of it years ago as I didn't use it much. I've looked at a couple Porsche 911's recently but then I'd really need to drive it a lot to justify having it parked out front. NYC is right next door and I take cabs or trains if I'm going into the city. The money really isn't an issue for me but I do appreciate it. |
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