Holiday 2014 Buyer's Guide - Full Component List

[MBisFrenchy]

For option 3 I personally would go for a H220 or H220X, so eventually you could make a loop. 

[79wjd]

For option 3 I personally would go for a H220 or H220X, so eventually you could make a loop. 

You can edit your posts, theres no need to double or triple post. 

[MBisFrenchy]

You can edit your posts, theres no need to double or triple post. 

Sorry will fix it. 

[NoticeMeRage]

Everything can be installed right out the box for the $500 build, right? (By that I mean no extra parts)

[79wjd]

Everything can be installed right out the box for the $500 build, right? (By that I mean no extra parts)

ehat do you mean? And there are better options at $500 than the one given (especially depending on what games you play)

[DanielP]

in the "game on" build can I replace the corsair hx750w with evga supernova nex750g?

[NoticeMeRage]

ehat do you mean? And there are better options at $500 than the one given (especially depending on what games you play)

 

Well, if there could be any improvements (I really want max performance with a <500 budget), than here are the games I plan on playing:

Watch Dogs

GTA 5

Minecraft

League of Legends

CS:GO 

And I'm kind of doubting the dual core in the Pentium. That is because I plan on recording/making content, and it might not be the best. If there can be any improvements to specifically make performance the best, I would like them. It is suggested that the price be around 450. 

[79wjd]

Well, if there could be any improvements (I really want max performance with a <500 budget), than here are the games I plan on playing:

Watch Dogs

GTA 5

Minecraft

League of Legends

CS:GO

And I'm kind of doubting the dual core in the Pentium. That is because I plan on recording/making content, and it might not be the best. If there can be any improvements to specifically make performance the best, I would like them. It is suggested that the price be around 450.

i can't manage to sign onto the forums right now, so I'm stuck on mobile....

So, assuming you're from the U.S,

X4 760k/860k (80)

Some fm2+ board from asus, Msi, or gigabyte (40)

8gb ram (70)

Nzxt source 210 (35)

Corsair cx430/500/500 / evga b1 600 (whatever's cheaper) (20-40ish)

1tb Wd caviar blue/seagate barracuda (55)

Windows 7/8.1 (90)

R7 260x / R9 270 depending on how much money is left (100-150)

[NoticeMeRage]

i can't manage to sign onto the forums right now, so I'm stuck on mobile....

So, assuming you're from the U.S,

X4 760k/860k (80)

Some fm2+ board from asus, Msi, or gigabyte (40)

8gb ram (70)

Nzxt source 210 (35)

Corsair cx430/500/500 / evga b1 600 (whatever's cheaper) (20-40ish)

1tb Wd caviar blue/seagate barracuda (55)

Windows 7/8.1 (90)

R7 260x / R9 270 depending on how much money is left (100-150)

 

Any specifics regarding the motherboard?

EDIT: Would it be ok if I go with:

X4 760k

fm2+ board

8gb ram

WD Caviar Blue

(everything else from the build from Linus)

[79wjd]

@NoticeMeRage pretty much anything from Msi, gigabyte, or asus is fine. (I still can't login to the site on my computer, so I won't be able to link any specifics.)

Well, I'd rather get a better case and a decent psu then the one Linus chose, and I'd much rather have an r9 270 over a 260x+an ssd.

[s3ns3]

Linus i can only say..watch and learn . rofl your 1000$ build with fx 6300 only 'couse it can overclock'

 

[Faceman]

Linus i can only say..watch and learn . rofl your 1000$ build with fx 6300 only 'couse it can overclock'

I'm honestly surprised he hasn't taken this video down.  I've been watching Linus for awhile now, and this is the worst video he has ever released and for him to put his name and reputation behind those builds is unfathomable.  All of the recommendations from members on this forum are better at every price point than the builds Linus recommended. 

[jaypro]

I'm honestly surprised he hasn't taken this video down.  I've been watching Linus for awhile now, and this is the worst video he has ever released and for him to put his name and reputation behind those builds is unfathomable.  All of the recommendations from members on this forum are better at every price point than the builds Linus recommended. 

I feel like he used MSRP for all his prices or something.  Which is silly because if you are building a PC, you don't buy MSRP. You pretty much always get better than MSRP buying online. By a large margin.

 

I mean, then again, he can't really go on bundle sales for his guide. But still, his $1000 is worse than buying pre-built.

[XrayCy]

so i know not on the subject but i cant seem to find the search on the forum anymore help?

[Faceman]

so i know not on the subject but i cant seem to find the search on the forum anymore help?

It never works

[79wjd]

I feel like he used MSRP for all his prices or something. Which is silly because if you are building a PC, you don't buy MSRP. You pretty much always get better than MSRP buying online. By a large margin.

I mean, then again, he can't really go on bundle sales for his guide. But still, his $1000 is worse than buying pre-built.

I agree, it is kind of stupid, I think he should have done it as a more of a build guide for right now, and just giving alternatives for cpu/gpu/mobo/case and let people decide based on local prices at the time of purchase.

so i know not on the subject but i cant seem to find the search on the forum anymore help?

Go to Google, type what you want to search for and then put Linus tech tips afterwards. You can also use Google to actually search the forums themselves, but I usually find everything with just including Linus/linus tech tips in the search.

[NoticeMeRage]

@NoticeMeRage pretty much anything from Msi, gigabyte, or asus is fine. (I still can't login to the site on my computer, so I won't be able to link any specifics.)

Well, I'd rather get a better case and a decent psu then the one Linus chose, and I'd much rather have an r9 270 over a 260x+an ssd.

 

I've decided to change it up a bit, and get a SPEC-01 with a CX430. But, I am sticking with the pentium and pretty sure I'm sticking with this motherboard. The graphics card - I still have some options like the GTX 750ti, R7 265, or R9 270. 

[Majestic]

You have a responsibility Linus/nick, you've reached a level of attention where you have people following your builds. You can't just say "it's only an option" and then make something stupid like a FX-6300 + GTX970 and perpetuate the dellusion that CPU doesn't matter and you can combine devices this inbalanced.

 

You still haven't responded i believe, so please either @LinusTech @nicklmg provide arguments why you thought this was a good idea.

[s3ns3]

You still haven't responded i believe, so please either @LinusTech @nicklmg provide arguments why you thought this was a good idea.

for the stupid reason that 'it can oveclock' 

[john 117]

My first post ^^.First of all thanks a lot for guiding us.I am a regular guy or a rookie just started in pc.Game on build looks great.I am confused if I go for new processor and gpu what if you know all those question like bottleneck or something more like waste of money.

My specs are

i7 2600k

Gtx 570

8gb ram-ripjaws gs skill.dunno if it is good or bad just bought it.

Power Suppy 750 coolermaster.

19in monitor 720p(max resolution is 1400x900).

Mobo-Asus P8z77M Pro.

Please help.Thinking to upgrade gpu especially because can't play Assassin's creed unity at 15fps be it even at lowest setting or highest T_T.

[79wjd]

My first post ^^.First of all thanks a lot for guiding us.I am a regular guy or a rookie just started in pc.Game on build looks great.I am confused if I go for new processor and gpu what if you know all those question like bottleneck or something more like waste of money.

My specs are

i7 2600k

Gtx 570

8gb ram-ripjaws gs skill.dunno if it is good or bad just bought it.

Power Suppy 750 coolermaster.

19in monitor 720p(max resolution is 1400x900).

Mobo-Asus P8z77M Pro.

Please help.Thinking to upgrade gpu especially because can't play Assassin's creed unity at 15fps be it even at lowest setting or highest T_T.

Upgrade your gpu.

Get a cooler master hyper 212 (if you don't already have an aftermarket cooler) and overclock your current cpu. 

Get a 23"+ 1080p monitor. 

[Faceman]

My first post ^^.First of all thanks a lot for guiding us.I am a regular guy or a rookie just started in pc.Game on build looks great.I am confused if I go for new processor and gpu what if you know all those question like bottleneck or something more like waste of money.

My specs are

i7 2600k

Gtx 570

8gb ram-ripjaws gs skill.dunno if it is good or bad just bought it.

Power Suppy 750 coolermaster.

19in monitor 720p(max resolution is 1400x900).

Mobo-Asus P8z77M Pro.

Please help.Thinking to upgrade gpu especially because can't play Assassin's creed unity at 15fps be it even at lowest setting or highest T_T.

Hello and welcome to the forum!  In order for someone to see that you have replied, you need to quote or "@" them.

 

I agree with dj,

 

First of all, don't pay attention to AC:Unity, its just a mess, plain and simple, even ridiculously high end machines have problems with it, its just not a good barometer of performance because it performs poorly on everything.

 

That CPU is still plenty strong, especially when overclocked.  If you haven't overclocked it yet, now is the time to do so.  Buy a Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO for $30 and you can hit really good overclocks.

 

Your GPU is the weak link in your build, that is what you should look to upgrade.  I highly recommend an R9 290, or if you can afford, GTX 970.

 

Also, buying a 1080p monitor is something you should look into.  There are some excellent deals on very good IPS Panel monitors for around the $100 mark.

[john 117]

Wow really fast reply.Lucky to be in such a nice place.I do have a cooler for my cpu from coolermaster when i thought maybe in future I will oc.Its hyper 212 evo(still got the box lol).And what about mobo? Yes I can afford Gtx 970 or even Gtx 980 but it seems 970 is best bang right now in terms of money.Going to find oc guide sooner or later.Thanks again.

[Faceman]

Wow really fast reply.Lucky to be in such a nice place.I do have a cooler for my cpu from coolermaster when i thought maybe in future I will oc.Even on load my cpu temp never gone above 50c.Its hyper 212 evo(still got the box lol).And what about mobo? Yes I can afford 970 or even 980 but it seems 970 is best bang right now in terms of money.Going to find oc guide sooner or later.Thanks again.

Motherboard is good, CPU is good, cooler is good.  Overclock that bad boy!  Its supposed to be an incredible overclocker and you can probably squeeze another couple years out of the CPU and motherboard before having to upgrade, maybe even longer if games continue to work so well on 2-4 strong cores.

 

Yes, a 970 is seriously amazing bang for buck.  I recommend EVGA, or Gigabyte, but its so popular that any 970 you can get your hands on right now is a good 970.

 

Right now, your best upgrades are #1 GPU, #2 Monitor.

 

Here are a few good monitors:

 

AOC I2269VW - $120

 

LG23MP55HQ-P - $137

 

Asus VS239H-P - $140

 

Depending how crazy you want to go:

 

LG 29UM65-P - $300

 

Asus PB278Q - $435

 

Monitor Porn:

 

Asus ROG Swift - $800

 

LG 34UM94-P - $900

 

LG 34UC97-S - $1300

[john 117]

Motherboard is good, CPU is good, cooler is good.  Overclock that bad boy!  Its supposed to be an incredible overclocker and you can probably squeeze another couple years out of the CPU and motherboard before having to upgrade, maybe even longer if games continue to work so well on 2-4 strong cores.

 

Yes, a 970 is seriously amazing bang for buck.  I recommend EVGA, or Gigabyte, but its so popular that any 970 you can get your hands on right now is a good 970.

 

Right now, your best upgrades are #1 GPU, #2 Monitor.

 

Here are a few good monitors:

 

AOC I2269VW - $120

 

LG23MP55HQ-P - $137

 

Asus VS239H-P - $140

 

Depending how crazy you want to go:

 

LG 29UM65-P - $300

 

Asus PB278Q - $435

 

Monitor Porn:

 

Asus ROG Swift - $800

 

LG 34UM94-P - $900

 

LG 34UC97-S - $1300

I will try to get Evga or gigabyte as you suggested.My gpu right now is msi and god knows it gets hot so fast T_T.So any solution about being able to play games on auto mode on gpu? Evga or gigabyte will solve this?.About monitor yes it seems buying gtx 970 or gtx 980 only for 19in is waste.