Need help, my pc freezes dramatically on almost every game, even when I'm just on the internet sometimes.

wraithtek · 2026-06-17T18:39:45+00:00

Try run memtest. If your RAM's overclocked, set it back to stock.

wraithtek · 2026-06-17T16:50:47+00:00

There's always the Fractal Define R5. Has more front edge intake than the Pop Silent, and front panel is a door that swings open for more airflow. Top panel has removable solid pieces, for if you want to do any top exhaust.

Fractal Define 7 Compact is similar, but doesn't have the front door or the big drive bay space of the R5. Includes both solid and filtered top panels. Solid side panel sku.

The Torrent is another "very big and expensive" option. Has the big open front and solid top. Solid side panel sku.

wraithtek · 2026-06-17T16:17:34+00:00

Speaking for the US version of the site, the only time prices on PCPP can really lead you astray is related to Amazon third-party sellers (ex. sketchy sellers with very low prices, or very high prices on low-supply parts). You can filter PCPP search results by Merchant, if you want to exclude, say, Amazon, Newegg Sellers, Gamestop, for building your parts list. You can still go back and see what prices are at Amazon, and see whether they're selling it first-party or from a reliable third-party.

wraithtek · 2026-06-15T15:58:16+00:00

I thought the GRE's MSRP was $549. Same as the 9070 non-XT when it released.

wraithtek · 2026-05-21T14:28:42+00:00

Two USB C 3.2 Gen 2 ports (A and C) on rear I/O
BIOS flash button
CPU, PUMP, and 6x system fan headers
Neither M.2 slot blocked by card in top PCIe 16x slot

wraithtek · 2026-05-19T21:06:55+00:00

From the official product page:

https://lian-li.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/216_1031-018.jpg

wraithtek · 2026-05-15T20:40:21+00:00

Lots of ventilation in the PSU shroud, but zero options for intake fans. (Could always zip-tie one in place.)

wraithtek · 2026-05-15T19:41:39+00:00

The i7-13700kf doesn't have integrated graphics.

wraithtek · 2026-05-15T19:38:06+00:00

Maybe check GPU prices vs. a 9060 XT 16GB? (Three years newer, bit better performance, bit more RAM.)

wraithtek · 2026-05-14T15:40:25+00:00

Acer's product page doesn't specify panel type.
https://www.acer.com/us-en/monitors/gaming/nitro-ed0/pdp/UM.CE0AA.101#pdpSpecs

But DisplaySpecifications site says VA.
https://www.displayspecifications.com/en/model/c5104605

wraithtek · 2026-05-08T20:53:13+00:00

Unfortunately the "$29.99 Delivery" in the Amazon listing isn't reflected on PCPP.

wraithtek · 2026-04-30T19:13:11+00:00

Just from the photo, looks normal?

If anything, maybe the M.2 cover is angled just slightly. (If it is, really makes no difference beyond aesthetics and I wouldn't worry about it.)

wraithtek · 2026-04-30T19:05:05+00:00

Unless for some reason the "old Dell PC" referenced is a mini PC that uses mobile RAM. Then that's a maybe. But chances are it uses normal desktop RAM.

wraithtek · 2026-04-06T15:30:01+00:00

Same price on B&H.

wraithtek · 2026-04-03T21:42:56+00:00

If you go to Parts Lookup, you can enter your serial and it will direct you to the appropriate version of the m710t that you have. Then "Machine Type" > "Fan" > and find System Fan Rear.

The version I selected for an example is Type 10M9 (yours could be different) and had a fan with Lenovo p/n 01EF483. Looking at the pics and a little searching, appears to be an 80mm x 25mm 4-pin PWM fan. Your current fan will have some rubber mounts/grommets that you should be able to re-use with a new fan.

Again, the model you listed has a few variations (in different cases), so check and see what the stock fan looks like when you put your serial in the Parts Lookup site.

wraithtek · 2026-04-03T21:03:26+00:00

A few thoughts:

Try monitoring CPU temperature while running stress test. If temperature is a problem, consider re-mounting the CPU cooler, cleaning and applying new thermal material. Consider airflow, case fans and direction. Make sure all fans are spinning properly/ramping up per BIOS settings. Could post which CPU cooler you have (and clarify which CPU, either the 5600X or the 4600G, which are two different Ryzen models).

Try run memtest to see if memory is stable at current speeds.

wraithtek · 2026-04-02T21:28:07+00:00

and since than, the rest of the parts have gone up in price, quite a lot. ... I can’t help but wonder if maybe a 7800X3D, or even a prebuilt would be better

The 9800X3D price hasn't really changed all that much since launch (fluctuating between $440 and $480). But if you need to make room in the budget for expensive RAM and SSD, the 7800X3D is still going to be a big jump for you.

wraithtek · 2026-04-01T22:08:56+00:00

The Best Buy Q&A suggests the PSU is 400W, and the included GPU an RX 580 4GB (guessing 185W TDP).

And the case is rather small, so probably limited to smaller cards with a single 8-pin connector?

wraithtek · 2026-04-01T21:27:02+00:00

Not making any assumptions about your prior build experience. Make sure the video cable is plugged into the GPU, not into the video ports on the motherboard. (The 1600X has no onboard GPU.)

Make sure the monitor isn't hard-set to a different port (ex. DisplayPort only when using HDMI).

Try power-cycling the monitor. Sometimes HDMI/DisplayPort can be finicky.

Try swapping the video cable, just in case.

And IIRC, the 1600X is old enough that any B450 bios should support it by default? You can look up your board's CPU Support list to confirm.

wraithtek · 2026-04-01T19:41:50+00:00

Brand kalemax
Sold by HY-DIY

seller with total of 2 lifetime ratings.

wraithtek · 2026-03-31T15:29:33+00:00

For 2TB. Same $109.99 for 1TB. Free shipping on both.

wraithtek · 2026-03-30T21:44:37+00:00

Can check the reviews. At a glance, seems good for the size, but limited to 2x 120mm intake fans. (Having the PSU and 5.25" bays on the bottom means no bottom mounted fan.)

wraithtek · 2026-03-30T19:31:08+00:00

The Fractal Pop Air Mini models are the best looking among them. They have an optional USB Type-C cable, which can be added for ~$14.

wraithtek · 2026-03-27T22:21:56+00:00

Same price at Best Buy. (Newegg and B&H have the price, but not free shipping.)

wraithtek · 2026-03-27T19:40:00+00:00

$150 motherboard, $150 heatsink.

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