I do not think it's worth it to move from i5 2300 (Sandy Bridge) to i5 4440 (Haswell). The gaming performance increment going up to Haswell is very minimal only, as Sandy Bridge is still holding on strong. Haswell's power consumption is slightly better though. So, the choice is still entirely up to you.

I see..

I will just go with your suggestion, but with H23.

Should i upgrade my ram too?

If budget allows, why not? Noticed that you already have 2 x 2GB (is it DDR3?), if so you can just add on another 4GB stick.

This post has been edited by rav3n82: Dec 24 2013, 04:00 PM

Go for 2x4gb? or 1x8gb?

It is fine to use 3 channel ram? Never done this with 2+1 channel haha




GPU :Zotac/Leadtek GTX760 -RM799

Chassis : NZXT H23 -RM235

Optical drive : Lite-On 24x DVDRW – RM59

Dell U2312HM 23" Monitor - RM629

RAM : RM200-300

Max price is 2k including monitor

What brand should I go for RAM? Kingston HyperX?

edit: yeah I have 2x2gb DDR3..

This post has been edited by Xypheria: Dec 24 2013, 04:08 PM

A single stick would do. For your case, can just add another 4GB Value RAM would do.

Any other brands? From what I heard Corsair products are overpriced

Alright.

Thanks for the help man!

You're welcome. Happy shopping man.

Wow didnt expect Windows 7 and Monitor to be that expensive
Anyway thanks sifu

What else do i need for building a PC? USB, Wifi and bluetooth will be included in the motherboard right?

Bitfenix Ronin RM319 from IdealTech.
If you wanna save a bit,you can just go for the Corsair Carbide 300R i posted before.

You can get Windows 7 Home premium less than 200 in the Garage Sales. But OEM version lah

Good monitor must spend good money what

Looking at Asrock website,the mobo doesn't have Wifi.Of course it has USB,but no bluetooth.Wifi and bluetooth normally comes in smaller mobo like mITX.

Wahh, so today's Pentium is on par with quad core q8400? Quite impressive..
So that's how technology evolves for several years, so what to compared if just having haswell core i5 4430?

Yes indeed. Those dual core Pentiums are pretty solid performers, considering it is very cheap. LOL, nothing in Intel's previous gen (LGA775) can compare with the latest core i5.

what is your mobo size? Actually, based on my little experience helping four friends build their pcs, casing are a little bit subjective. Casing with a side fan blowing out might help the airflow out from your GPU. Want to try CM Storm Scout 2? Just around RM300. Also quite a looker.

This post has been edited by wuwah: Dec 24 2013, 04:59 PM

Hello guys. I need suggestions for a friend's rig.

1.8k max
Used for gaming and movies
Will be reusing PSU, Casing, dvd
Would prefer the sapphire r9 270 bf4 edition

Thanks in advance

This post has been edited by BrianLai: Dec 24 2013, 05:04 PM

What's the manufacturer of the PSU and the model of it?What's your friend's casing?

This post has been edited by Minecrafter: Dec 24 2013, 05:11 PM

Psu cooler master extreme 550w 80bronze and casing cooler master elite 430

CPU:Intel Core i5 4440 3.1ghz RM564
MOBO:Asrock h81m-DGS rm179
GPU:Sapphire R9 270 2GB DDR5 RM679 (Dunno if its BF4 version)
RAM:Corsair 8GB DDR3 1600mhz RM229
HDD:WD Caviar Blue 1TB RM189
Total:RM1840
I
Prices from viewnet.
Idk whether Viewnet has R9 270 BF4 Version,but im sure all shops has BF4 version.

This post has been edited by Minecrafter: Dec 24 2013, 05:39 PM

Hey guys, I need a suggestion for an upgrade to my pc below. As you guys can see the spec is pretty much outdated. I'm using it for gaming only and it's handling a 24" screen. I just want to upgrade the processor, ram and motherboard, budget <1k if possible if 1k+ give me a good reason why should I add a little bit more for that.

Extra information on my current hardware

Q8400 2.4 OC @ 3.0Ghz (NOT REUSING)
4GB DDR2 (NOT REUSING)
Asus P5KPL/EPU G31 (NOT REUSING)
Asus 7850 OC (REUSING)
2x HDD (REUSING)
1x DVD Drive (REUSING)
Tagan 700watt (REUSING)
Thermaltake Dokker casing (REUSING)

I think that should be sufficient?

This post has been edited by nymerine: Dec 24 2013, 05:48 PM