Should I build a PC? - 2

Crono · 01-25-2017

not weird at all fp4, i would recommend the same thing tbh. altho dat 3 year warranty vs dat 5 year you get from samsung evos

MrSimons · 01-25-2017

Posted by fp4

You don't need to spend $3k but $1k will get you a really nice machine. The only weird part about my suggested build below is that I went with a 1 TB SSD instead of a combination (smaller SSD and HDD).

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-7500 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($204.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-B250M-DS3H Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($73.98 @ Newegg)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport LT 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Crucial MX300 1.1TB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($269.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: XFX Radeon RX 480 4GB RS Video Card ($189.99 @ Newegg)
Case: NZXT Source 210 Elite (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case ($49.99 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: EVGA 500W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($45.98 @ Newegg)
Optical Drive: Lite-On iHAS124-14 DVD/CD Writer ($19.49 @ Newegg)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit ($102.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $1007.38
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-01-25 10:22 EST-0500

You'll want to spend another $500 on a monitor or two and a mouse and keyboard.

I would suggest watch this guy's videos on building: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xke5Kn51vqI

Thats awesome!! Gonna look a little bit more into this all then see about getting started. Also never bought a monitor or anything so is quality of that really something that is important or could I cheap out a bit on it?

fp4 · 01-25-2017

Posted by MrSimons

Thats awesome!! Gonna look a little bit more into this all then see about getting started. Also never bought a monitor or anything so is quality of that really something that is important or could I cheap out a bit on it?

I would get something that's at least 1440p (2560x1440) personally.

http://pcpartpicker.com/products/mon...1440,256001440

Crono · 01-26-2017

is his 480 gonna drive dat 1440p when seemons gets into leet gaming?

MrSimons · 10-25-2017

Heyo, just wanted to give an update. I didn't go through with building a PC for awhile cause I was moving around a lot (5 diff places in the past year). Finally got settled into a new home with the wife though and my Macbook kicked the bucket after 7 years.

So I used fp4's build that he linked me with a few changes ( different case, graphics card, and power supply). Working great and really happy I went through with it. So thanks to all who posted helping me out. Moving forward with the thread, is there any adivce anyone has on using Windows (I have only ever used Apple products).

The Doctor · 10-26-2017

Posted by MrSimons

Heyo, just wanted to give an update. I didn't go through with building a PC for awhile cause I was moving around a lot (5 diff places in the past year). Finally got settled into a new home with the wife though and my Macbook kicked the bucket after 7 years.

So I used fp4's build that he linked me with a few changes ( different case, graphics card, and power supply). Working great and really happy I went through with it. So thanks to all who posted helping me out. Moving forward with the thread, is there any adivce anyone has on using Windows (I have only ever used Apple products).

It's exciting to hear that you have your own house now

I'm really happy for you. I'm about to sign my first apartment lease very soon which is exciting.

Is there anything specific you would like to know about PC? Honestly, I've switched from a PC to a Mac a while back for college. You shouldn't have huge problems getting used to it but there are a few things you should realize.

When I used a Mac, I never had to worry about anti-virus software. To my knowledge, I have never received a virus. On Windows, you should install one. People typically use AVG or Malwarebytes as free software, but I personally used Kaspersky when I had a PC.

There's not too much else I can tell you as I haven't used Windows in years. Since you built the PC, I also highly recommend downloading the latest drivers for your hardware. I am not sure if you've already done this, but it can help make your computer faster (especially if you want to play video games).

MrSimons · 10-26-2017

Posted by The Doctor

When I used a Mac, I never had to worry about anti-virus software. To my knowledge, I have never received a virus. On Windows, you should install one. People typically use AVG or Malwarebytes as free software, but I personally used Kaspersky when I had a PC.

This is a good one. How necessary are Anti-Virus? If I'm only downloading things from reputable companies, and not going on any suspicious sites is that really something I need?

Rusix · 10-26-2017

I would HIGHLY advice you build your own laptop. Working as a CTA (computer tech assistant) for 3 years, For school and as job. I can say it is the most fun I ever had, Learning the different parts which CPU is better like Intel or so on what fits better for a computer and so on.

MrSimons · 10-26-2017

Posted by Rusix

I would HIGHLY advice you build your own laptop. Working as a CTA (computer tech assistant) for 3 years, For school and as job. I can say it is the most fun I ever had, Learning the different parts which CPU is better like Intel or so on what fits better for a computer and so on.

Just finished building actually

I agree though, it was a lot of fun. I enjoy building things in general; about to build a desk for my computer as soon as I get the time to take a trip over to Home Depot.

PigParty · 10-26-2017

Posted by MrSimons

This is a good one. How necessary are Anti-Virus? If I'm only downloading things from reputable companies, and not going on any suspicious sites is that really something I need?

Yes. Get an anti-virus software. I use malwarebytes. Not too long ago malware was introduced through the windows program itself but was caught by anti-virus softwares. I'm pretty sure it only applied to non-updated Windows programs, but still you should have an anti-virus software downloaded.

Also, Windows requires you to update Windows, unlike with Mac. I recommend (though I don't do this myself) updating Windows fairly soon after it pops up saying there's an update, otherwise a few weeks after continuing to ignore the update your computer will force update when you turn it on, or while you're in the middle of something. That's my biggest issue with Windows is the force updates.

The Doctor · 10-26-2017

Posted by MrSimons

This is a good one. How necessary are Anti-Virus? If I'm only downloading things from reputable companies, and not going on any suspicious sites is that really something I need?

Getting anti-virus is pretty much a must. I’d say I’m pretty safe when it comes to internet browsing, yet I’ve been phished and I’ve had a virus before.

5hift · 10-26-2017

Posted by MrSimons

This is a good one. How necessary are Anti-Virus? If I'm only downloading things from reputable companies, and not going on any suspicious sites is that really something I need?

With **** like ransomwares becoming more and more prevalent nowadays if you want to keep a hold of your important files then you best invest in an anti-virus.

You can never really tell when these bastards will get you so its better to be prepared.

fp4 · 10-26-2017

Windows Defender is adequate and the fall version of Windows 10 is adding explicit security features targeted at ransomware. If you actually want to protect your stuff you should worry about making sure it's backed up in multiple places and not just to a USB drive you leave plugged in all the time.

Veeam Endpoint Backup is free and probably one of the best pieces of software out there for backing up your entire machine right now.

MrSimons · 10-26-2017

Posted by fp4

Windows Defender is adequate and the fall version of Windows 10 is adding explicit security features targeted at ransomware. If you actually want to protect your stuff you should worry about making sure it's backed up in multiple places and not just to a USB drive you leave plugged in all the time.

Veeam Endpoint Backup is free and probably one of the best pieces of software out there for backing up your entire machine right now.

Downloaded Veeam, going to look a little more into Anti-Virus' and sit with Windows Defender for now.

Crono · 10-27-2017

hey bud

grats on the new build, the market has changed a bit since then but still a solid build

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Crono :pluffy: Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 5,945	not weird at all fp4, i would recommend the same thing tbh. altho dat 3 year warranty vs dat 5 year you get from samsung evos

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Crono :pluffy: Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 5,945	is his 480 gonna drive dat 1440p when seemons gets into leet gaming?

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MrSimons :) Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: no. Posts: 10,309	Heyo, just wanted to give an update. I didn't go through with building a PC for awhile cause I was moving around a lot (5 diff places in the past year). Finally got settled into a new home with the wife though and my Macbook kicked the bucket after 7 years. So I used fp4's build that he linked me with a few changes ( different case, graphics card, and power supply). Working great and really happy I went through with it. So thanks to all who posted helping me out. Moving forward with the thread, is there any adivce anyone has on using Windows (I have only ever used Apple products).

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Rusix The Eternal Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: York Town Posts: 1,152	I would HIGHLY advice you build your own laptop. Working as a CTA (computer tech assistant) for 3 years, For school and as job. I can say it is the most fun I ever had, Learning the different parts which CPU is better like Intel or so on what fits better for a computer and so on.

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fp4 maymay ambassador Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 1,508	Windows Defender is adequate and the fall version of Windows 10 is adding explicit security features targeted at ransomware. If you actually want to protect your stuff you should worry about making sure it's backed up in multiple places and not just to a USB drive you leave plugged in all the time. Veeam Endpoint Backup is free and probably one of the best pieces of software out there for backing up your entire machine right now.

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Crono :pluffy: Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 5,945	hey bud grats on the new build, the market has changed a bit since then but still a solid build