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re: Just Purchased Parts for a New PC - Suggestions?
Posted on 11/29/14 at 1:15 am to audodger
Posted on 11/29/14 at 1:15 am to audodger
I just built one at a similar budget with the help of ILoveLSUToo and others. Here's my 2 cents:
If this is just for gaming, i7 is probably overkill in this build.
I got 2133 MHz memory for close to the same price, think it was in the 80s. Not sure if 1600 is necessarily an issue, tho.
I got the same SSD, love it.
Looks pricy for an 80+ bronze PSU. I got my 80+ gold for $60, same wattage.
If this is just for gaming, i7 is probably overkill in this build.
I got 2133 MHz memory for close to the same price, think it was in the 80s. Not sure if 1600 is necessarily an issue, tho.
I got the same SSD, love it.
Looks pricy for an 80+ bronze PSU. I got my 80+ gold for $60, same wattage.
Posted on 11/29/14 at 1:44 am to Raz
Didn't notice any deals on 2133MHz RAM but I may have missed it. The two options I offered are cheaper than his current choice and not too far off in performance from the 2133 CL10 kit.
Don't put too much stock in Bronze, Silver, Gold, etc. As long as the 12v rail(s) provide enough amperage and the PSU is made by a reputable manufacturer, the only difference in ratings are a couple of dollars saved annually on your electric bill.
Right now, $5 more could get him the Rosewill capstone, $20 less could get him the Hive. Any of the 3 PSUs would be fine. Prices change all the time; it's beneficial and annoying at the same time.
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80+ bronze PSU. I got my 80+ gold for $60, same wattage.
Don't put too much stock in Bronze, Silver, Gold, etc. As long as the 12v rail(s) provide enough amperage and the PSU is made by a reputable manufacturer, the only difference in ratings are a couple of dollars saved annually on your electric bill.
Right now, $5 more could get him the Rosewill capstone, $20 less could get him the Hive. Any of the 3 PSUs would be fine. Prices change all the time; it's beneficial and annoying at the same time.
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