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10 minutes ago, eman1000 said:

This looks great. So basically for strictly gaming (and without oc since I'm a noob), the 9600k will give me the best value over an i7 and the 2600x? The only thing is it's about $140 more to have a 9600k over a 2600x, but if it's better than it's worth it.

 

Edit: Also, does it matter if I get this case instead: NZXT - H500 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case

I just like how it looks more and I don't care for RGB

That case is just fine. For the CPU, if you won't OC then I'd shift over to the 9400F for a lot cheaper. Much better value. It still beats the 2600x, but instead of being $140 more, it's $10 more (which is definitely worth the extra performance). Here's a revised build based on your feedback and with the tower you chose:

 

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Type Item Price
CPU Intel - Core i5-9400F 2.9 GHz 6-Core Processor $174.89 @ OutletPC
CPU Cooler Cooler Master - Hyper 212 Black Edition 42 CFM CPU Cooler $31.99 @ Amazon
Motherboard Gigabyte - Z390 UD ATX LGA1151 Motherboard $109.99 @ Amazon
Memory Crucial - Ballistix Sport LT 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 Memory $89.29 @ Newegg
Storage Intel - 660p Series 1 TB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive $102.99 @ Newegg
Video Card Gigabyte - GeForce RTX 2070 8 GB WINDFORCE Video Card $479.99 @ Newegg
Case NZXT - H500 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case $69.99 @ Amazon
Power Supply Corsair - RMx (2018) 550 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply $63.98 @ Newegg
  Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts  
  Total (before mail-in rebates) $1143.11
  Mail-in rebates -$20.00
  Total $1123.11
  Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-04-12 19:05 EDT-0400  

 

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Noob here, trying to get a PC that I can first and foremost place GTAV Online at 1080p 60fps max settings. I've done a ton of research and came to a few options, however I am always open to others. (I prefer not to spend more than $1500)

1. Alienware Aurora R7 - https://www.amazon.com/Alienware-Gaming-PC-Desktop-Aurora/dp/B076BHG74V

2. iBUYPOWER - https://amzn.to/2UxsAOA

3. Dell XPS (not sure on spec options) - http://wild.link/dell/AImeDA

 

Basically, this is where my research has led me with prebuilt and what specs I should look for. I am also considering building a PC as a first timer, but I'd just like to know if any of these prebuilt options would get the job done first. Thanks in advance.

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2 minutes ago, eman1000 said:

I am also considering building a PC as a first timer

This is where you'll be pushed to by everyone on here, prebuilt's are fairly overpriced and cut corners where they can. For the same price, you can build a pretty great pc.

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2 minutes ago, eman1000 said:

Noob here, trying to get a PC that I can first and foremost place GTAV Online at 1080p 60fps max settings. I've done a ton of research and came to a few options, however I am always open to others. (I prefer not to spend more than $1500)

1. Alienware Aurora R7 - https://www.amazon.com/Alienware-Gaming-PC-Desktop-Aurora/dp/B076BHG74V

2. iBUYPOWER - https://amzn.to/2UxsAOA

3. Dell XPS (not sure on spec options) - http://wild.link/dell/AImeDA

 

Basically, this is where my research has led me with prebuilt and what specs I should look for. I am also considering building a PC as a first timer, but I'd just like to know if any of these prebuilt options would get the job done first. Thanks in advance.

I would highly suggest building your own, it's really not that difficult and will get you much better value. Its actually really fun to make them just look up on youtube how to make one and you should be good. People on the fourums will gladely help you

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Also all of those prebuilts are wayy overpriced for 1080p 60fps, you could easily spend $700 bucks on one for that

 

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1 minute ago, Happycowdance said:

I saw a deal a little bit ago where it was some alienware with an i7 and 1660ti for under 1000 

https://www.pcmag.com/news/367716/save-730-on-alienwares-nvidia-gaming-pc-with-gtx-1660-ti

 

but building it yourself is generally a better idea

A 1660ti machine is listed at 1700$? What a waste..

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Like heres one for half that that will crush that

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Type Item Price
CPU AMD - Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz 6-Core Processor $164.89 @ OutletPC
Motherboard ASRock - B450 Pro4 ATX AM4 Motherboard $88.56 @ OutletPC
Memory G.Skill - Aegis 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory $85.98 @ Newegg Business
Storage Intel - 660p Series 1 TB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive $114.99 @ Newegg
Video Card Asus - Radeon RX 580 8 GB ROG STRIX Video Card $179.99 @ Newegg
Case NZXT - H500 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case $69.99 @ Amazon
Power Supply Corsair - CXM 550 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply $52.98 @ Newegg
  Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts  
  Total (before mail-in rebates) $817.38
  Mail-in rebates -$60.00
  Total $757.38
  Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-04-11 21:11 EDT-0400  

 

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It says the code is no longer available, looks like that went fast but thanks anyways lol

 

Guys I know building is an option but I just want to know if these PCs will let me play GTAV at max settings 1080p 60fps and which option is best, please

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1 minute ago, DustierDolphin said:

Like heres one for half that that will crush that

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Type Item Price
CPU AMD - Ryzen 5 2600 3.4 GHz 6-Core Processor $164.89 @ OutletPC
Motherboard ASRock - B450 Pro4 ATX AM4 Motherboard $88.56 @ OutletPC
Memory G.Skill - Aegis 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory $85.98 @ Newegg Business
Storage Intel - 660p Series 1 TB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive $114.99 @ Newegg
Video Card Asus - Radeon RX 580 8 GB ROG STRIX Video Card $179.99 @ Newegg
Case NZXT - H500 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case $69.99 @ Amazon
Power Supply Corsair - CXM 550 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply $52.98 @ Newegg
  Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts  
  Total (before mail-in rebates) $817.38
  Mail-in rebates -$60.00
  Total $757.38
  Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-04-11 21:11 EDT-0400  

 

I really don't know what I'm looking at but I'd prefer to stick with Intel/Nvidia (why the heck is AMD so cheap?)

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I really don't know what I'm looking at but I'd prefer to stick with Intel/Nvidia (why the heck is AMD so cheap?)

AMD is much better for value these days, for better value and budget suff they are much better

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Guys I know building is an option but I just want to know if these PCs will let me play GTAV at max settings 1080p 60fps and which option is best, please

$1500 PCs will be overkill for that.

 

2 minutes ago, DustierDolphin said:

Like heres one for half that that will crush that

This PC is crushed by all the ones listed, it's a decent step down even though the value is a lot better.

 

1 minute ago, eman1000 said:

I really don't know what I'm looking at but I'd prefer to stick with Intel/Nvidia (why the heck is AMD so cheap?)

AMD is cheaper than Intel because Intel is facing a shortage, the minuscule improvement Intel has over AMD is not warranted by the price tag so Intel's not worth it, Nvidia is more expensive than AMD because they've got more brand recognition, even though the RX 580 matches the 1060 in performance for less money and the RX 570 beats the 1050 ti for the same price.

I WILL find your ITX build thread, and I WILL recommend the SIlverstone Sugo SG13B

 

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My budget is $1500 so I would be willing to pay more for Intel/Nvidia if I'm going the building route

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1 minute ago, eman1000 said:

My budget is $1500 so I would be willing to pay more for Intel/Nvidia if I'm going the building routeI guess no one's gonna tell me if any of these prebuilts are good... *sigh*

I would move this to the Prebuilts columm. Also this is a website for people for techies so what did you expect? There really is not reason to spend that much on computers for that price. Do not spend more than a thousand for that unless your gonna upgrade to a better monitor.

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4 minutes ago, eman1000 said:

My budget is $1500 so I would be willing to pay more for Intel/Nvidia if I'm going the building route

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Type Item Price
CPU Intel - Core i5-9600K 3.7 GHz 6-Core Processor $264.89 @ OutletPC
CPU Cooler be quiet! - Dark Rock 4 CPU Cooler $69.99 @ SuperBiiz
Motherboard Asus - TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING (WI-FI) ATX LGA1151 Motherboard $172.98 @ SuperBiiz
Storage Crucial - MX500 1 TB 2.5" Solid State Drive $129.89 @ OutletPC
Video Card MSI - GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6 GB VENTUS XS OC Video Card $279.99 @ Newegg
Case Fractal Design - Meshify C White TG ATX Mid Tower Case $89.98 @ Amazon
Power Supply SeaSonic - FOCUS Plus Gold 550 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply $79.99 @ SuperBiiz
Monitor Dell - S2419HGF 24.0" 1920x1080 144 Hz Monitor $187.54 @ Amazon
  Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts  
  Total (before mail-in rebates) $1295.25
  Mail-in rebates -$20.00
  Total $1275.25
  Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-04-11 21:22 EDT-0400  

 

If you're spending that much, do yourself a favor a get a decent monitor above 1080p 60hz (Which I've included in the list)

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1 minute ago, DustierDolphin said:

I would move this to the Prebuilts columm. Also this is a website for people for techies so what did you expect? There really is not reason to spend that much on computers for that price. Do not spend more than a thousand for that unless your gonna upgrade to a better monitor.

Where's the prebuilts column? I understand this is a techy site, that's why I was looking for advice on prebuilts. I also understand building is better value, but if it's just a couple hundred dollars and I can save myself the headache and assure out of the box quality, I would be willing to spend a bit more.

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4 minutes ago, Slottr said:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Type Item Price
CPU Intel - Core i5-9600K 3.7 GHz 6-Core Processor $264.89 @ OutletPC
CPU Cooler be quiet! - Dark Rock 4 CPU Cooler $69.99 @ SuperBiiz
Motherboard Asus - TUF Z390-PLUS GAMING (WI-FI) ATX LGA1151 Motherboard $172.98 @ SuperBiiz
Storage Crucial - MX500 1 TB 2.5" Solid State Drive $129.89 @ OutletPC
Video Card MSI - GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6 GB VENTUS XS OC Video Card $279.99 @ Newegg
Case Fractal Design - Meshify C White TG ATX Mid Tower Case $89.98 @ Amazon
Power Supply SeaSonic - FOCUS Plus Gold 550 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply $79.99 @ SuperBiiz
Monitor Dell - S2419HGF 24.0" 1920x1080 144 Hz Monitor $187.54 @ Amazon
  Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts  
  Total (before mail-in rebates) $1295.25
  Mail-in rebates -$20.00
  Total $1275.25
  Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-04-11 21:22 EDT-0400  

 

If you're spending that much, do yourself a favor a get a decent monitor above 1080p 60hz (Which I've included in the list)

 

That actually looks like really good value... way better than I thought, especially since it includes the monitor... however, would you recommend swapping the i5 for an i7-8700 and the 1660 for a 1070 or 1080 or something like that? I would like to futureproof my PC as much as possible, but I don't know if this would require other build components to change or if it's even a good change in the first place

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That actually looks like really good value... way better than I thought actually, especially since it includes the monitor... however, would you recommend swapping the i5 for an i7-8700 and the 1660 for a 1070 or 1080? I would like to futureproof my PC as much as possible, but I don't know if this would require other build components to change or if it's even a good change in the first place

So theres a few notes I wanna make on what you said:

 

- Futureproofing is kind of a placebo, it doesnt exist. Get what runs well right now, and down the line with newer software and stuff if you see you need an upgrade you can do it.

- If you want to spend the extra pretty penny for an 8700, go for it, but for this type of pc I really wouldnt surpass the 9600

- 1660ti is on par with a 1070, it will run 1080/144hz perfectly fine

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1 minute ago, Slottr said:

So theres a few notes I wanna make on what you said:

 

- Futureproofing is kind of a placebo, it doesnt exist. Get what runs well right now, and down the line with newer software and stuff if you see you need an upgrade you can do it.

- If you want to spend the extra pretty penny for an 8700, go for it, but for this type of pc I really wouldnt surpass the 9600

- 1660ti is on par with a 1070, it will run 1080/144hz perfectly fine

Great, I'll take your word for it. Does this hold true accounting for the lack of optimization of GTA online (and specifically online) though?

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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Type Item Price
CPU Intel - Core i5-9400F 2.9 GHz 6-Core Processor $169.90 @ OutletPC
Motherboard ASRock - B365M Pro4 Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard $69.99 @ Newegg Business
Memory G.Skill - Aegis 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory $85.98 @ Newegg Business
Storage Intel - 660p Series 1 TB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive $114.99 @ Newegg
Video Card MSI - GeForce RTX 2060 6 GB VENTUS OC Video Card $349.99 @ B&H
Case Fractal Design - Meshify C White TG ATX Mid Tower Case $89.98 @ Amazon
Power Supply Corsair - RMx (2018) 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply $89.98 @ Amazon
Monitor Dell - S2419HGF 24.0" 1920x1080 144 Hz Monitor $187.54 @ Amazon
  Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts  
  Total (before mail-in rebates) $1168.35
  Mail-in rebates -$10.00
  Total $1158.35
  Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-04-11 21:33 EDT-0400  

I made a few changes, mainly making the CPU a locked processor as I don't beleive that you will be overclocking, and changed the CPU to a RTX 2060 (which is about the speed of a 1070 ti) Also just changed the SSD and Power Supply

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2 minutes ago, eman1000 said:

Great, I'll take your word for it. Does this hold true accounting for the lack of optimization of GTA online (and specifically online) though?

I've heard about some weird things with GTA, I haven't played it on pc myself but I'm sure it will run just fine. You'll definitely at least be hitting 60fps. 

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1 minute ago, DustierDolphin said:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant I made a few changes, mainly making the CPU a locked processor as I don't beleive that you will be overclocking, and changed the CPU to a RTX 2060 (which is about the speed of a 1070 ti) Also just changed the SSD and Power Supply
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Wow a 2060, cool beans

Do you think a 9400f will be enough? I'd prefer to go with a higher i5 (unless F means locked or something)

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Wow a 2060, cool beans

Do you think a 9400f will be enough? I'd prefer to go with a higher i5 (unless F means locked or something)

F just means theres no integrated graphics, which you won't care about. You should be completely fine unless you have intentions to overclock. tbh I would really suggest a Ryzen though as it is just so much better value at this price point 

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Well I think I've been brought around to building a PC, thanks for the help folks

I'll certainly look into learning how to build a PC considering the value and experience it offers

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Hey wanna see some magic?

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Type Item Price
CPU AMD - Ryzen 5 2600X 3.6 GHz 6-Core Processor $189.89 @ OutletPC
Motherboard ASRock - B450 Pro4 ATX AM4 Motherboard $88.56 @ OutletPC
Memory G.Skill - Aegis 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory $85.98 @ Newegg Business
Storage Intel - 660p Series 1 TB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive $114.99 @ Newegg
Video Card Gigabyte - GeForce RTX 2070 8 GB WINDFORCE Video Card $498.99 @ SuperBiiz
Case NZXT - H500 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case $69.99 @ Amazon
Power Supply Corsair - CXM 550 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply $52.98 @ Newegg
Monitor MSI - Optix AG32CQ 31.5" 2560x1440 144 Hz Monitor $379.99 @ Newegg
  Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts  
  Total (before mail-in rebates) $1531.37
  Mail-in rebates -$50.00
  Total $1481.37
  Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-04-11 21:45 EDT-0400  

 

Put in a RTX 2070 and a 1440p 144hz monitor

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Wow, that is pretty magical at that price point - and 1440p! (but still would prefer intel if at all possible...)

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