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 [Official] Rig Suggestion Thread V2, Hardware Q&A RRG™

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marfccy
post Jan 26 2013, 02:31 PM

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QUOTE(Cable707 @ Jan 26 2013, 08:24 AM)
I dun think so.It is recommended to have some space on power instead of cukup-cukup makan only.. tongue.gif
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true, since youll never know what youll do in the future.

but his rig have been bought.. he bought a FSP Hexa 500W with HD7870 D:

and reviews stated need at least 550W.. demmit, i better hope nothing unfortunate occurs sweat.gif
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post Jan 27 2013, 10:30 PM

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QUOTE(cypanz @ Jan 27 2013, 09:53 PM)
Hello everyone. I am pretty much new in this forum. Please don't bite biggrin.gif

Anyhow, I've got a budget of 2k and based on the recommendations of the contributors around here, I came up with this:

Core i5 3470
Sapphire HD 7850 Non-OC
Msi b75MA-P45
FSP Hexa 500W
Corsair 4gb PC1600
WD Caviar Blue 500GB
Silverstone PS08 casing
Lite-on 22x DVD-RW
TP Link TL722ND Wifi Adapter

Would this setup be good enough for med-high setting for RPG/FPS games such as dishonoured, torchlight2, rage, borderlands etc. If possible, I would like to cut off on some of the hardwares as long as there is no noticeable drop on performance. I would also appreciate if you guys could recommend a cheap >24" Full HD monitor as well. Cheers!
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unfortunately, 24" monitors will be too pricey for you atm, they cost like >RM700 depending on brand

as for the setup, its good. but it would be better if you swap the card to a HD7870 instead. better performance than the HD7850. but you might need to downgrade the CPU to an i3 to fit into your budget

just recently ive set a friend's rig who have similar budget as you. you can check the previous page for what ive recommended for him laugh.gif

cheers
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post Jan 27 2013, 10:52 PM

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QUOTE(cypanz @ Jan 27 2013, 10:42 PM)
So I assume that the i3 would be sufficient for full hd gaming? And based on the conversation that you had regarding the PSU, do I need to change the FSP Hexa 500W to say Xigmatex VC Series 600W?
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gaming relies on GPU more than CPU, so the i3+HD7870 are powerful enough for full HD gaming

as for the PSU, its better you get at least 550W for the HD7870 (recommended)
the Xigmatek VC series im not sure, not much reviews about its quality

you can try Enermax NAXN 550W RM215 from IdealTech though, great stuff ill say smile.gif
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post Jan 29 2013, 09:38 PM

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QUOTE(jayro_88 @ Jan 29 2013, 09:04 PM)
Hi, I need recommendations for my pc. I dont need a very high end spec. I only use it like surfing, watching vids. Not for gaming. Probably minimal on gaming. Thanks. icon_rolleyes.gif
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Pls state your budget so we can help more
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post Jan 29 2013, 10:35 PM

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QUOTE(TitaniumZ @ Jan 29 2013, 10:26 PM)
I've been out of DIY market for a while, now have to catch up a bit...
For some quick reference here, I'm going to build sort of a media pc. The usage would be mostly HD movies/music, internet, FB, video calling/conferencing, no gaming though so I presume a dedicated graphic card won't be necessary. The budget would be below RM1500 without monitor because I'll get a cheap LED TV for it.
So I need recommendation on (Intel or AMB based would be fine):
1. Processor
2. Motherboard
3. 4GB RAM
4. 500GB/1TB hard drive
5. DVD drive
6. PSU
7. Wireless keyboard+mouse
8. Webcam
9. WiFi adapter
10. Bluetooth adapter
11. Casing

And I'll need this to be future proof. By this I mean down three years whenever a part goes kabut I can easily get replacement from the market i.e. no obsolete part
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Sadly to say, you cant future proof a PC. The next generation processors codenamed 'Haswell' are coming out soon (prolly June) with a new platform socket. So, when it is released, the current LGA1155 will be obsolete

And as the years pass by, the replacement parts will be hard to procure
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post Jan 29 2013, 10:54 PM

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QUOTE(aaronsuarez95 @ Jan 29 2013, 10:49 PM)
but my friend says it have 5 years warranty
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When you buy a PSU, you prefer it to work well continuous mah.. Not work well 1 year, die.. Then RMA then rinse and repeat

Besides, PSU wattage decreases under prolonged usage.. Sooner or later youll need to change PSU too xD
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post Jan 30 2013, 10:40 AM

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QUOTE(TitaniumZ @ Jan 30 2013, 08:53 AM)
Yeah, I understand that 3 years is too much to ask in IT world.
Anyway, how about AMD platform? Is there a new gen processors coming soon?
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AMD will be an altogether diff story

Cause im less knowledgable on it too.. Leta wait for other sifus to update you instead
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post Jan 31 2013, 01:08 AM

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QUOTE(Flaming_lion @ Jan 31 2013, 12:45 AM)
One last question. Anybody know what time viewnet opens tomorrow? sweat.gif
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should be 10-11am gua

normal opening time

why? hmm.gif
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post Jan 31 2013, 01:18 AM

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QUOTE(Flaming_lion @ Jan 31 2013, 01:11 AM)
cuz... need to go there, buy the machine based on the specs I posted here, and back home before 12.30 pm. Think possible ah?  sweat.gif

If I give them the specs, how long for them to assemble?
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last week i went there with a friend.. reached at 11am, ask for the parts at 11.30am.

the guy had to rush to diff place to get the parts

ended up 12.30pm only he got everything. then paid and chabut

luckily got random rig there allows us to play BF3, or else we damn bosan liao

but my above is for home assemble only^

if youre gonna let them assemble.. no idea sweat.gif
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post Jan 31 2013, 01:21 AM

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QUOTE(Flaming_lion @ Jan 31 2013, 01:20 AM)
If that's the case, I think its safer for me to go in the evening.  sweat.gif
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they close quite early also icon_idea.gif

around 10pm i think

so better go around dinner time, less people
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post Feb 2 2013, 02:19 PM

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QUOTE(Gamma2K @ Feb 2 2013, 01:10 PM)
Hi can any sifu here suggest me a gaming rig with monitor that can handle full HD gaming? Budget $4000-5000
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fuuu USD4000 or SGD4000.. kidding tongue.gif

Intel Core i5 3570 RM609
MSI H77MA G43 RM289
Kingston Value RAM 1x8GB RM139
WD Blue 1TB RM199
Intel 330 SSD 120GB RM369
MSI GTX670 Twin Frozr IV RM1449
Seasonic S Bronze 620W RM299
Corsair Carbide 300R RM299
Lite-On DVD Drive RM59
Dell U2312HM RM589 or LG IPS234V RM539
Total: RM4300
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post Feb 4 2013, 05:55 PM

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QUOTE(paintballtao @ Feb 4 2013, 05:33 PM)
i would like to build a 2k rig, so far i have come down to this, but would like to save more money by cutting cost, for the rig below, can i save more on the cpu and graphic card? main use is surf net listen to songs and 3x weekly online gaming

rm344 i3 3220
rm229 msi b75ma-p45
rm299 sapphire hd6790 (startec)
rm129 kingston 8gb ram
rm195 intel 330 60gb ssd
rm199 wd blue 1tb
rm140 win 7 64bit - to buy online
rm400 lg ips224t
rm79 logitech g100 combo
rm83 edifier m1360
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why would you need the SSD though? hmm.gif

imo, some online games can be quite graphical+CPU intensive
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post Feb 13 2013, 03:50 PM

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QUOTE(zhenzo @ Feb 13 2013, 03:24 PM)
Why no one suggest an eyefinity rig at 1st page?
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eyefinity not really that cheap too sweat.gif

better stick to one large monitor than multiple monitors
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post Feb 13 2013, 04:34 PM

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QUOTE(JohnDiew0107 @ Feb 13 2013, 04:28 PM)
I thought multi-monitor would be cheaper if calculate like this

1x U2711HM around RM1800, single large desktop

3x U2312HM around RM1800, more desktop asset
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well, if based on your calculations, yea

but you havent take into account the cost of the GPU required to run smoothly at that reso icon_idea.gif

even the 27" 1440p is more than capable to cause probs for GTX680

as for the 5000+x1080p for 3 monitors, same thing. so better take at least one 1080p where a card can fully show its true colour than struggle

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post Feb 13 2013, 04:57 PM

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QUOTE(JohnDiew0107 @ Feb 13 2013, 04:50 PM)
I see, for gaming, that really costs a lot on the GPU..

but if for work setup, we just need a cheap eyefinity card like 6450, 6570 already good enough is it?
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Should be, my friend and his 5750 working great on his 2 U2312HM atm

Though everytime he games.. One monitor, low reso, low settings
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post Feb 13 2013, 05:18 PM

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QUOTE(JohnDiew0107 @ Feb 13 2013, 05:10 PM)
understandable, I'm running 2 monitors using i5's HD2500 and I'm really happy with the increase of work efficiency. Though I don't game a lot..
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i do agree extra monitors are useful though laugh.gif

more stuff to be displayed on screen
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post Feb 15 2013, 12:18 AM

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QUOTE(shiki_arc @ Feb 14 2013, 10:11 PM)
Hi sifu, need recommendation for my friend

[Budget] RM3500

[Purpose] Architecture student ,rendering software

[Hardware that will be reuse from old rig]all new

[Monitor resolution] HD?

[Game or software that use frequently] Architecture software like autocad, rendering software

[Personal Preference Brand] None really

[Location]Sungai Petani

Thanks for your time
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Intel Xeon E3-1230V RM699
MSI H77MA G43 RM289
Kingston Value RAM 2x8GB RM149 each
WD Blue 1TB RM199
Gainward GTX660 RM656 <--- from lingloong icon_idea.gif
Enermax NAXN 550W RM215
Lite-On 24x DVD Drive RM59
CM K280 RM128
Dell U2312HM RM589
Total: RM3132

Optional : Intel 520 SSD 120GB RM439

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post Feb 15 2013, 01:08 AM

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QUOTE(shiki_arc @ Feb 15 2013, 12:51 AM)
Just to reconfirm, is that GC enough? I expected something more powerful? Umm, something with more "bit"?
Assuming normal GC is 128/256/etc. Just wondering =)
Thanks
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Well, GTX660 is still one of the mid-high end Nvidia cards
The bus width will limit only if lets say
'Gaming at >1080p and keep adding in alot of eye candies like FXAA, AA, etc'

Other than that. Its quite a solid GPU
The main use of work related purposes right? hmm.gif

EDIT: nvm, swap the GTX660 with a Leadtek GTX670 at RM1099. A more solid performer

This post has been edited by marfccy: Feb 15 2013, 01:11 AM
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post Feb 16 2013, 04:10 PM

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QUOTE(hmwgbworld @ Feb 16 2013, 02:31 PM)
Its a great deal, but it has been sold out at 2nd day of the promotion post in facebook. 8 units only  sad.gif
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Its now RM665 icon_idea.gif
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post Feb 16 2013, 07:21 PM

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QUOTE(hmwgbworld @ Feb 16 2013, 07:19 PM)
Yep, still a cheapest gtx660 I have seen so far.  smile.gif
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feels like getting it, but not enough angpao money atm sweat.gif

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