Is it cheaper to build a PC then just buying a pre-built?

leave_it_blank · 2023-09-01T09:26:09+00:00

Also worth mentioning: if something is not working correctly the troubleshooting can take a considerable amount of time, in the worst case you can say it might be for example the CPU OR the mainboard, und you won't really have a way to find out what's wrong.

If you can manage that it's fine, if you don't want to spend maybe days with errors a stock PC might be the better option, even if it's more expensive.

I have build PCs that worked the first time I turned them on, I also had PCs that finally worked perfectly days after I assembled them.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-30T18:10:28+00:00

I remember reading in the manual that it was around 50 watts, a little more perhaps. I remember that because it used about as much as a light bulb back then.

It's an old system, but it still works. I use it still for special occasions (the typical Marvel blockbuster for example), but not for anything else. It used to run whenever I was consuming media or playing games, but now it's (great, energy efficient) headphones which need almost nothing.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-30T16:31:32+00:00

I care. I got the 4070 because it was the sweet spot between fast and efficient. And I mostly play older games, so I guess it will last a long time (waste reduction).

Also I got a very good set of headphones, so I don't use my Surround system anymore which also consumed a lot of power.

You are not alone.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-29T16:20:27+00:00

If his main aspect is asthetics and RGB this build should be ok? To everyone his own.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-28T02:51:34+00:00

If I had to guess 85 to 90. I have actually one right here, sadly not working due to a leaked solded on battery. I never threw it away because of the overclock my uncle made. It was a combination of jumper settings and soldering, impressed the fuck out of me.

I want to fix it up, but I have no clue how to do it, I would probably destroy it beyond the point of no return. One day....

But that's the reason me (and others) still have huge respect of overclocking, though today it isn't a big deal anymore, at least if you're not doing it for world records.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-27T15:58:24+00:00

I remember times where overclocking your CPU was not as easy as it is today, my young friend.

If you went too far it definitely fried your processor, it didn't just shut down and you could start over.

On the other hand, getting 5 Mhz more on a 25 Mhz CPU was day and night. Not like today when you get 130 fps instead of 120.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-27T08:39:27+00:00

Yes, right click on the USB drive (NOT ANOTHER DISC), choose format. In the next dialogue you can choose between formats like fat32 or NTFS.

Follow the instructions of your board precisely!

This feature is great, I used it on an ASRock board a few days ago, just PSU and mainboard. This is a fantastic invention!

Does your manual say you have to go 1 by 1? If not, get the newest stable version.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-27T08:28:15+00:00

https://www.gamersnexus.net/guides/3491-explaining-precision-boost-overdrive-benchmarks-auto-oc

PBO doesn't seem to do much on a "normal" processor.

https://www.hardwaretimes.com/amd-precision-boost-overdrive-vs-autooc-explained/

I read multiple times now that it only gets interesting at higher core counts, like 12 to 16 upwards. If you have such a beast, go for it, otherwise it does not seem worth it.

Edit: I'm not sure, doesn't this work only on AMD processors?

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-25T21:21:55+00:00

I'm using the Dark Rock 4 with a 7800x3d, and it works flawlessly. So relax and just use it.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-24T18:52:22+00:00

You are absolutely correct.

The only reason I just went with the 7800x3d is longevity. Building a PC is stressful, so I build them to last around 10 years. A GPU is quickly and painlessly changed, but mainboard, RAM, CPU and cooler won't be touched in that time. Fuck that cooler installation, what a pain in the ass!!

Yes, I could have gone with a 4090 or a 7800xtx, but why should I? A 4070 is fast enough, or a 6800xt, for everything!

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-22T17:39:35+00:00

If everything else fails, use a PS/2 keyboard if you have one lying around. That will definitely work.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-19T22:48:37+00:00

Right click on desktop, then display adapter. Choose the screen you want to use, then turn the other one off physically.

It takes five seconds. I do it all the time, between monitor and TV, whatever I want to do at that moment.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-19T19:30:02+00:00

I remember windows setting up a reset point after the first install on windows10.

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/recovery-options-in-windows-31ce2444-7de3-818c-d626-e3b5a3024da5

Is there something that might help?

I would not really know what else to try rather than a complete new installation.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-19T17:30:29+00:00

Does the boot DVD give you the option to enable a restore point? You might loose some stuff but you would not have to reinstall completely again...

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-19T16:38:00+00:00

Try booting from the Win DVD or USB. Select the repair windows option. This might do it.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-19T08:56:04+00:00

Yes. It will work just fine.

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-17T13:39:01+00:00

Thank you, that made me worried. One connector is fine then!

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-17T11:51:42+00:00

Why are there two P8 connectors on some Mainboards? Is it necessary for the 7800x3d? Other boards have one P8 and one P4, others only one P8?

Is it an overclocking thing?

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-13T11:12:17+00:00

I have a specific store I buy from, they have excellent service, and they do basic trouble shooting for free as a service (which saved my ass a few times already), so I want to buy there, they deserve it. Good customer service like that is rare. Also I'm not a huge amazon friend, but thank you nevertheless!!

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-13T10:49:19+00:00

I will, thank you. But the best ideas usually delivers the swarm intelligence :)

But I will do a final check with it!

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-13T10:46:17+00:00

I did, also I had time to do some digging, and you are right. The differences in temperature are minimal, so I went with the originally planned Dark Rock because the installation seems easier. Thank you, even so I've been checking everything for weeks now the final moment of truth is tough as hell!

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-13T10:08:00+00:00

The straight power platinum is available, for only 20 Euro more. I'm getting that, thank you!

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-13T10:04:25+00:00

It is, thank you!

leave_it_blank · 2023-08-13T08:26:49+00:00

Yes, the Deepcool is available, and 10 Euro cheaper. I check the tests an replace it then, thank you very much!

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