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Yes. Vastly. Try and get 16GB of ram though.
fuck can i have some help, dont feel like calling the confused asian dude at my local computer shop
That was at the post above you but leme take a look [editline]3rd August 2015[/editline] Well at $300 your gonna struggle to get a strong CPU(which is what you need for video editing) on a budget, so we're going second hand here I think.
parts are usually cheap around these woods, I could try and find something to my preference [editline]3rd August 2015[/editline] place i go to get parts have a huge ugly pdf list on what they sell + prices [url]http://cdn.msy.com.au/Parts/PARTS.pdf[/url]
I think you could get a i5 3570k second hand for that. [editline]3rd August 2015[/editline] Ok leme take a look.
I can go over my budget bc dad usually buys parts for me and we split so if i have to go over that's fine just nothing too over the top
The cheapest i5 is $259. We pretty much need to go second hand in this budget. [url]http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/PC-Upgrade-Motherboard-8GB-RAM-i5-3570k-3-4Ghz-Processor-/161778996335?hash=item25aac7946f[/url] This looks like a good bet if you can get snag it. [editline]3rd August 2015[/editline] Or this [url]http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Intel-core-i7-2600k-3-40GHZ-s1155-/201398519049?hash=item2ee4498509[/url] [editline]3rd August 2015[/editline] These are socket 1155 cpu's so that would match this. [url]http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ASUS-P8H61-M-LX3-R2-0-Intel-H61-Socket-1155-mATX-Motherboard-LGA1155-/271942146574?hash=item3f5103da0e[/url] It's not great but it would do the job.
How can I tell the sockets and shit so I can trot along on my own?
[QUOTE=fruxodaily;48360945]How can I tell the sockets and shit so I can trot along on my own?[/QUOTE] Should be listed under socket type in eBay but if you google the model of the cpu it should come up, then just use that as a search term with motherboard and it should match up. Post here if your not sure and someone will answer. I'll be asleep but I'll answer when i wake
[QUOTE=Itsamario;48361060]Should be listed under socket type in eBay but if you google the model of the cpu it should come up, then just use that as a search term with motherboard and it should match up. Post here if your not sure and someone will answer. I'll be asleep but I'll answer when i wake[/QUOTE] Well I got a response from my dad, he said he's happy to pay half for the equipment so I'm cool with going beyond 500, I'm going to head down to MSY tomorrow after uni and discuss with them what I should do as well
For $500 based on that PDF you should be able to be able to get a new i5+decent motherboard if you want.
Well I was looking at the i7 on that pdf, I saw one that was going for I think 542 and since dad said we'll split then idk Like I'm just tired of having my computer slow when I'm trying to mange after effects and premiere it's really annoying and creates a lot of hassle
So when buying these parts is there anything extra I should be buying to help the process of putting it together? I was just going to look online for tutorials or videos on how the parts connect and all that mess. Isn't it pretty much everything connects to the motherboard, and the motherboard just snaps into the case? Basically I just buy all of the parts and wait for them to all come in and then start connecting them all? Also on the parts picker website, it says that something about the SATA express port will be disabled? And I don't plan on overclocking because I just don't want to go through the trouble, so is there anything I should change if I won't be overclocking?
For that i7 you will need a new motherboard. Your current motherboard doesn't support newer cpu's.
[QUOTE=All0utWar;48366898]So when buying these parts is there anything extra I should be buying to help the process of putting it together? I was just going to look online for tutorials or videos on how the parts connect and all that mess. Isn't it pretty much everything connects to the motherboard, and the motherboard just snaps into the case? Basically I just buy all of the parts and wait for them to all come in and then start connecting them all? Also on the parts picker website, it says that something about the SATA express port will be disabled? And I don't plan on overclocking because I just don't want to go through the trouble, so is there anything I should change if I won't be overclocking?[/QUOTE] To install motherboard: Put standoffs (search on the internet for what they roughly look like) into relevant holes in your case for your motherboard size. Then screw the motherboard into the standoffs. This is to stop the motherboard touching the case and shorting. Next, do the power supply. Just screw it in tightly in the relevant slot on your case. After that, put in the CPU. Open up the holder thingy. Remove the protection if your motherboard has a plastic thing where the CPU goes. Apply any thermal paste if you need to do so (you probably will know if you do). Gently put it into the slot, as it just sort of lies there and only goes one way - don't press, because if it is in wrong, this can damage it. Close the holder thing. Now for the nerve racking part for newbies like you and me - you have to press in the cooler far, far harder than you may expect into the four holes around the CPU. Follow the directions for how to do it properly. You may have to apply thermal paste to some coolers as well. Slot in the RAM and slide the hard drive/SSD into the holder. Plug all the cables into the obvious slots on the motherboard where they go. If your motherboard has more than two slots for RAM, look in the manual for which slots to put it in, as it isn't always logical. Many cables you have to push pretty hard to get in, but don't be too nervous about it. Some of the cables have a kind of clip so you can see of you're putting it in the right way round. The only slightly non-obvious cables are probably the PowerSw/ResetSW/PowerLED which can be a little confusing (look in the manual if unsure), and remember that the power supply needs to connect to the CPU slot on the motherboard. Finally, put in the graphics card and plug in the PCI cables. In regards to not overclocking, if you've already bought the parts then no difference. If not, then you can save money by not getting an overclockable version of your processor and by simply using the stock cooler with your CPU. Good luck. Just remember to ground yourself a bunch just in case. As long as you aren't an idiot, you are far more likely to damage components through static electricity than physical force.
[QUOTE=Itsamario;48366967]For that i7 you will need a new motherboard. Your current motherboard doesn't support newer cpu's.[/QUOTE] I need a new motherboard anyway because the temp meter broke on it, if I split the costs I don't really mind but is there any big benefit to having an expensive motherboard?
[QUOTE=FlashMarsh;48367247]snip[/QUOTE] Thank you for the instruction. As for the parts, I have not purchased them yet. I just started searching for the cheapest prices today. Also I'm not reusing any of my current parts, I was planning on just either selling off what I can or handing it down to my brother if he wants it. My computer is starting to fail and will randomly freeze and make me manually restart or will bluescreen sometimes when just using YouTube. My dad was telling me my hard drive could be failing but I don't know really. This is even happening on a fresh install of Windows so I don't know what the problem is. Often it will freeze roughly 3-5 minutes after startup and my keyboard and mouse LEDs will turn off as well. What I was talking about in regards to the PCPartsPicker list was the setup that is listed in the OP has a compatibility note on it saying the SATA express port will be disabled because something about an m.2. Here's the whole message: [code]– The motherboard M.2 slot #0 shares bandwidth with a SATA Express port. When the M.2 slot is populated, one SATA Express port is disabled[/code]
[QUOTE=fruxodaily;48367332]I need a new motherboard anyway because the temp meter broke on it, if I split the costs I don't really mind but is there any big benefit to having an expensive motherboard?[/QUOTE] No but you need to buy a high quality on from a reputable brand that won't die on you. Expect to spend some money it seems but you gain very little from the very expensive ones. I have an MSI motherboard that has lasted for 6 years without fail, including for 3 months without standoffs, and I'm just upgrading it now. A shitty motherboard wouldn't have the longevity .
[QUOTE=FlashMarsh;48367561]No but you need to buy a high quality on from a reputable brand that won't die on you. Expect to spend some money it seems but you gain very little from the very expensive ones. I have an MSI motherboard that has lasted for 6 years without fail, including for 3 months without standoffs, and I'm just upgrading it now. A shitty motherboard wouldn't have the longevity .[/QUOTE] I've had this ASUS mobo for the past 5 years and it's still kicking so honestly I'd probably still stick to what I'm used to
We needed a new game room PC; I didn't spend $400 (i spent 120) on a 280x and I found a good used 4770 for about $100. [url]http://pcpartpicker.com/p/HP3qf7[/url] Any changes I can make up to $100?
You could get an actually nice case. Never underestimate a good case. [url]http://pcpartpicker.com/part/fractal-design-case-fdcadefr5bk[/url]
[QUOTE=Levelog;48370680]You could get an actually nice case. Never underestimate a good case. [url]http://pcpartpicker.com/part/fractal-design-case-fdcadefr5bk[/url][/QUOTE] I actually own a spare Define R4, it's a bit dusty but do you think it'll be just as good?
Absolutely.
Just upgraded my PC yesterday. Bought an Intel i7 4790k, MSI Z97 motherboard and a captain 240 liquid cooler. I'm running it at 4.8GHz and man what a difference it was from my old fx 8320, the temps drop from 70c when I was benchmarking it back down to 30c in about a second when I closed the program with this cooler, it's amazing at overclocking. I might try to do 5GHz.
[QUOTE=RockmanYoshi;48370577]We needed a new game room PC; I didn't spend $400 (i spent 120) on a 280x and I found a good used 4770 for about $100. [url]http://pcpartpicker.com/p/HP3qf7[/url] Any changes I can make up to $100?[/QUOTE] well because the processor isnt a k one you can save some money by not buying an overclocking motherboard you could also buy a ssd if you want
[url]http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00I5HF0KU/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3JWKAKR8XB7XF[/url] Are these PSU's better/more reliable than a corsair cs650m?
[QUOTE=cdrw5;48373177][url]http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00I5HF0KU/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3JWKAKR8XB7XF[/url] Are these PSU's better/more reliable than a corsair cs650m?[/QUOTE] Yes
Might have to delay on getting my 980ti as I got a promotion which will require me to buy some new clothes for it. My aim is to have it by the end of August, but I've worked so many hours and hard, I can't wait :v:
called msy, they said for what I do an i5 @ 3.5ghz would be enough [editline]5th August 2015[/editline] got the cost here new mobo = $144 new cpu = $309 i still think i should get something beefier though but?????
Decided to change things and try to cheapen things up. Does this setup need anything changed in someone's opinion? [url]http://pcpartpicker.com/p/scBs7P[/url]
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