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IIRC the K70 is a MX Red and the G610 is a MX Brown. So if you don't wanna make a decision based on looks, make a decision based on switch-type. Reds are linear, non-tactile, non-clicky switches. Ideal for gaming and well, noise-sensitive people. Browns are tactile, non-clicky switches. I prefer the Logitech since it looks MUCH better with a clean/sleek aesthetic. AND I also prefer brown switches.

well it's fine. aside from the you'll-wear-out-your-fans-more. I'd really just recommend creating a custom fan curve. setting it to max EVERYTIME you play a game is a hassle to do ahaha. besides, 72-78°C is fine. hell you can even run it to 85°C and still be "okay".

Suggestions: Motherboard: Get a B350 so you have that overclocking potential. RAM: Get high-speed memory as Ryzen really likes high-speed memory. Also, get a dual-channel kit vs. 2pcs of single sticks. This saves you from possible headaches later on. HDD: How about getting an SSD now and adding that HDD later. Thermal Paste: This isn't necessary. Most (if not all) third-party coolers include paste in the package. Unpopular suggestion: WiFi Adapter: I think you can cheap out if you get Gigabyte's mITX B350 board with built-in WiFi. But yea, you'll lose a ton of slots so research accordingly

well it's a local retailer. apparently I missed a footnote. *thanksgiving offer: SALE till supplies last* there's still like 5 kits of the white LED and 4 kits of the red LED.

honestly I'm fine with 2666MHz. I feel like it's the sweetspot when it comes to Ryzen performance. and I feel it I won't be scaling as much as I only have a 2400G (as compared to the scaling when using a 1700). I'm just curious why this kit is cheap (in today's standards).

for some weird reason, these dual channel kits are being sold for around here for 180$, when most kits are usually 200+$. Am I missing something?? EDIT: forgot to link the specs I'm planning to use them on my Ryzen 5 2400G. So far this what I've got from googling the kits with the keyword "ryzen" (haha) So far I've researched that these didn't work well (at first) with Ryzen 1s. They were only working up to their XMP-rated 2666MHz and nothing more. But after a few updates, those same people complaining successfully overclocked this to 2933MHz with timings on Auto For price reference, the Flare X 3200 2x8GB kit (which is usually the best-recommended kit for Ryzen) costs 275$. So I repeat, AM I MISSING SOMETHING?

so far I've only heard from the early reviews the basic performance is better when reserved memory is increased to 2GB. but these were mostly from solo youtubers that I don't really trust as they've made weird mistakes in the past.

^+1 cases usually have a 1-5mm allowance against the advertised specs. case in point (pun intended): the Silverstone ML08 advertises a 58mm cooler clearance. but if fits a Wraith Stealh which AFAIK is a 60mm height, with 1-2mm clearance to spare.

CPU: I'd say the Ryzen 1600/x (189-219$) For motherboard, honestly I usually just choose whatever's CHEAP and pretty (e.g. MSI B350M Mortar Arctic). AFAIK X370 aren't really bang-for-buck.

So is there a verdict? 512MB? Auto? 2GB? First few days on-release I've read/watched quite alot of benchmarks recommending to increase the GPU-reserved memory to 2GB. I think I even remember watching one guy say that some games not being on a playable FPS unless you set the memory to 2GB. However: techspot has made quite a detailed review on why people shouldn't NEED to reserve 2GB (max). I personally reserved 1GB, but I'll soon be upgrading to a 2x8GB and will reserve 2GB then.

I really like the InWin 303. Now it doesnt'y really have a psu shroud but the PSU is hidden behind the triple-fan mount.

but wait T_T

I NEED 16GB of RAM haha

I already have 1y/o 1x8GB stick (see sig). should I just (1) add another 1x8GB stick of the same model, or (2) sell the single stick and buy a proper 3200MHz 2x8GB kit? Option (1) PROS: 97$ - probably lower if I buy used CONS: risk of not working in dual-channel mode may not even overclock to 2666MHz - I've been trying to overclock the single stick but the system won't POST when the DRAM voltage is set to anything higher than 1.23V. Option (2) PROS: 3200MhZ Dual Channel goodness. CONS: over 200$ for the a 2x8GB kit (225$ for a 3200 CL16 and 275$ for a 3200 CL14) - minus the value of the single stick (probably 60-80$). THOUGHTS? P.S. this build is in its final stages. only time I'll be upgrading is if AMD releases a stronger APU on AM4.

Hi! So I just bought a Ryzen 2400G and a Gigabyte AB350N Gaming WiFi mobo yesterday. I recycled my 1x8GB Crucial Ballistix Sport LT DDR4 2400MHz from my Kaby Lake build. I've read that this RAM should EASILY overclock to 2933MHz @1.35V. I've been trying to achieve the same but I've been having problems with increasing the DRAM voltage in the BIOS. I can only increase to up to 1.23V. Anything more than that, the rig would either POST, and then crash at Windows startup, or won't even post at all. So far, the only successful overclock I've done is ramping up the frequency to 2666MHz, locking the Latencies to 16-16-16-39 (this is the stock settings btw, just didn't want it to auto.), and leaving DRAM voltage on Auto. Am I missing a step? Or do I just have a really bad stick with voltage problems? P.S. I haven't tried overclocking CPU/GPU yet. I plan on adding another stick of the same RAM. But if the OC results are bad, I'll probably just sell this off and get a decent high-speed 2x4GB kit. Complete rig on my sig.

I thought people bought high-end cooling for well, better cooling. not really to improve performance boost

aaaaah good point. then I should rephrase my question. ill update OP

no I was hoping if I could save a few bucks by getting a non-gamer no-mic headpones with the same or better quality, since I'll be using a desk mic anyways. geddit? haha