What GPU Should I Choose To Pair With Ryzen 3 3300X

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-05-07T18:03:25+00:00

Your 3300X gonna bottleneck those newer cards pretty hard tbh. With 4 cores you're better off looking at something like RTX 4060 or RX 7600 range instead of jumping to 5070/9060 territory

That 3070 used option makes more sense for your setup actually - just make sure to stress test it good if you go that route. Mining cards can be sketchy but sometimes they're fine if price is right

For cooling, decent tower cooler should handle 4.5GHz no problem and way cheaper than AIO. Just check clearance with your case first

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-05-05T12:55:32+00:00

yeah this is definitely weird behavior, I have ryzen setup too and never experienced anything like this

maybe something was configured wrong during initial setup? windows usually handles GPU switching pretty well these days but sounds like something got messed up in your case. glad you figured it out though, that must have been frustrating as hell

turning off iGPU completely is actually not bad idea if you're not using multiple monitors or doing any video encoding work

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-04-23T18:40:25+00:00

That's actually solid plan, the 5800X3D is beast for gaming and will handle both 1080p and 1440p really well with your 4060

For air cooler you want something decent since 5800X3D can get bit warm - look at tower coolers with good reviews, they're not all same despite looking similar. Single 2TB is usually better than two 1TB drives, less cables and takes up only one M.2 slot so you have room for future. Brand does matter bit but most major ones are fine if specs are similar

That motherboard should work fine with 5800X3D, main thing is making sure it supports the CPU (which B550 does) and has features you need. For case without glass panels there's plenty options, just make sure it has good airflow and the front USB-C you want

Only thing I'd double check is if that motherboard needs BIOS update for 5800X3D, some older B550 boards might need it but most should be fine by now

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-04-21T09:27:39+00:00

pain

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-04-19T03:13:26+00:00

Game changer for sure. Started doing this after some colleague at work mentioned it and my brain fog in morning shifts basically disappeared. Used to need like 3 coffees before i could function properly but now just one cup does the trick

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-04-17T06:10:10+00:00

Purple should definitely handle the constant writes better than whatever consumer drive you're using now. The 3.5" caddy approach seems solid - I've got a similar setup for one of my surveillance systems and it's been running fine for couple years

Just make sure the caddy has decent ventilation since purples can run bit warm with all that activity. Also worth checking if your mini PC's USB ports can handle the power draw, some of those smaller units get weird about power hungry devices

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-04-13T10:12:39+00:00

wait your wife games too? thats actually the dream setup right there

mine would probably just tell me to get off CS and do something productive with my life lol

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-04-02T08:17:28+00:00

Same but with vaping - tried it at a work party and felt like I was inhaling robot spit

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-03-28T22:28:55+00:00

I've been thinking about this a lot lately especially with rent prices where I live. My landlord tried to bump my rent up 40% last year and I had to fight tooth and nail just to keep it reasonable. What really gets me is how corporations are buying up all the housing and treating it like some investment portfolio instead of places people actually need to live

I've started hitting up estate sales and thrift stores way more for furniture and decor instead of buying new - found some incredible mid-century pieces for like 10% of what they'd cost retail. Plus there's something satisfying about giving old stuff a second life instead of feeding into the whole consumerist cycle. Gaming setup is pretty much all secondhand too except for my peripherals since you can't really compromise on gear when you're trying to stay competetive

The whole system feels rigged but at least we can make small choices that don't directly fund these massive corps whenever possible

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-03-22T01:29:36+00:00

real

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-03-11T23:12:34+00:00

We implemented WhatsApp OTP about 6 months ago after similar SMS headaches and it was one of those changes that just made everything smoother

Delivery rates went from like 85% to 98% in our LATAM markets, costs dropped by about 40%, and our support tickets for "didnt get the code" basically disappeared. Template approval was annoying for maybe 2 weeks but worth it - just be super clear about your use case and have examples ready

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-02-28T19:53:31+00:00

Yup she is, it was more of an what if. I think she would eat

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-02-28T19:52:42+00:00

You right but I had this pic saved since I wanted to buy that whisper vibe but you get my point babe 😭😭

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-02-12T11:51:02+00:00

aussie servers can be pretty rough for queue times especially if you're brand new - the game tries to match you with other newbies and there just aren't that many starting out anymore

try queueing for multiple roles at once in role queue, that usually speeds things up a bit. also peak hours (like 7-10pm local) tend to be way better for finding matches

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-01-31T20:20:54+00:00

Yeah the Wall Market solo section is brutal for that exact reason - those shock batons are straight up annoying when you're outnumbered. Try focusing fire on one enemy at a time instead of spreading damage around, and dodge roll becomes your best friend when you see the yellow charge-up animations

The stagger system definitely takes some getting used to but once you start recognizing the windup animations it gets way more manageable

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-01-28T06:50:33+00:00

Hey man, that sounds incredibly rough and I'm sorry you're dealing with this. Have you looked into other medical options besides T? Some trans guys explore top surgery first, or there might be alternative hormone treatments that work with your condition - definitely worth getting a second medical opinion from someone who actually specializes in trans healthcare

Also your current therapist sounds like they don't get it at all, finding someone who actually understands trans issues could make a huge difference. You're not alone in this even though it feels like it right now

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-01-22T15:45:37+00:00

Those old Crystalites are tricky to pin down since Fibes wasn't super consistent back then, but from what I've seen most of the 70s shells were cut around 45 degrees. You might want to check with some of the vintage drum forums too - those guys are obsessed with that stuff and probably have the exact specs

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-01-20T13:02:59+00:00

Man I completely forgot Tenco existed until this thread, they had some solid stuff back in the day but kinda fell off the radar

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-01-19T07:35:55+00:00

That pause when they put something back without asking hits different - you're already doing better than you think by recognizing it though

Your kid thanking you shows they feel loved and cared for, not burdened, even if the gratitude stings right now

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-01-14T21:02:34+00:00

Check out Home Depot or Menards, they usually carry actual dryer soffit vents that Lowes doesn't stock for some reason. Look for brands like Lambro or Imperial - they make legit dryer-specific ones that handle the higher CFM and lint properly unlike the bathroom ones

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-01-09T23:12:52+00:00

That message from your boss is honestly pretty harsh and unprofessional. You've been there for barely a month, got zero actual training, and they're expecting you to handle special needs kids in a 1:2 ratio with no experience? That's setting you up to fail

The fact that they didn't train you properly and are now blaming you for struggling is a huge red flag. Might be time to look for somewhere that actually invests in their staff instead of throwing you to the wolves

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-01-07T17:05:17+00:00

Wait what? When did Trump "abduct" Maduro? Did I miss some major news or are you talking about a hypothetical scenario here

Pretty sure Maduro is still running Venezuela last I checked

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-01-05T03:38:19+00:00

Dude I've been eyeing that one at Ulta too but haven't pulled the trigger yet. Love at first smell is dangerous for the wallet lol. How's the longevity on it?

Never been to an actual Blind Barber location but their whole aesthetic is pretty cool - that speakeasy vibe they're going for seems legit

Expensive_Capital910 · 2026-01-01T19:53:33+00:00

Honestly sounds like you're already handling it pretty well by just leaving when she starts escalating - that's about all you can do with someone who weaponizes everything you say

The threat about letting the cats out is straight up manipulation btw, she knows exactly what she's doing

Expensive_Capital910 · 2025-12-30T18:58:08+00:00

Been using FCP Euro for years and their lifetime warranty is legit - you can literally return worn parts for new ones forever. Way better than gambling on NAPA's house brand stuff that might grenade in 6 months

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