- Sep 2, 2004
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I have an old PC with the following specs:
Case: Antec 900
MotherBoard: Abit IP35 Pro
CPU: Intel q6600
Heatsink/Fan: Xigmatek HDT-s1283 cooler
Memory: G Skill 4GB DDR2-800
GPU: Nvidia 8800 GTX 768MB
PSU: PC Power and Cooling 610W
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro
Storage: 2 TB HDD
DVD: Samsung with Lightscribe
BluRay: LG Bluray burner
Monitors: Dell 23" & LG 21"
Keyboard: Logitech G15
Mouse: Logitech G9
Speakers: Bose USB companion 2
OS: Windows 7
I don't know the exact specs as I'm writing this away from my PC. But I think that the main stuff is clear.
I have not upgraded much since buying it. Just the SSD and peripherals really. I know I need to upgrade my memory now if I want to continue using this PC. I was just wondering if this is a good time to start a new PC from scratch since I have about $1000 I could spend on this.
I've looked up stuff and have an idea, but wondering what everyone thinks. Should I upgrade or build a new PC. I have not overclocked, but my video card tends to be heating up too much already and Im not playing at max settings in DOTA2 at all. Will there be a major performace upgrade if i build from scratch, or is it better to wait for some new technology in the next year?
1. What YOUR PC will be used for.
Main uses - Gaming - Dota2, Civ5, etc. and also to stream videos onto chromecast and ps3/4. Otherwise just regular surfing, watching videos, etc.
2. What YOUR budget is. A price range is acceptable as long as it's not more than a 20% spread
My budge is approximately $1000-$1200.
3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from.
USA
5. IF YOU have a brand preference. That means, are you an Intel-Fanboy, AMD-Fanboy, ATI-Fanboy, nVidia-Fanboy, Seagate-Fanboy, WD-Fanboy, etc.
I like Antec Cases. Ive had the 900 and I have really like the size and many fans.
6. If YOU intend on using any of YOUR current parts, and if so, what those parts are.
Yes - Hard Drives - Have a 120GB SSD and 2 TB HDD to cover storage. Also have my windows 7 bought. I would probably continue using Mouse, Keyboard, Monitors, Speakers, DVD and BluRay Drives.
7. IF YOU plan on overclocking or run the system at default speeds.
Would prefer running on default speeds. I am in hot and sunny weather, and gets very dusty, impossible to clean pc weekly so tends to get a little clogged between monthly cleans.
8. What resolution, not monitor size, will you be using?
Whatever my two monitors support... If getting new monitors then minimum 1920x1080 resolution. And always dual monitors.
9. WHEN do you plan to build it?
Note that it is usually not cost or time effective to choose your build more than a month before you actually plan to be using it.
Over next month, unless it is recommended to wait a while.
X. Do you need to purchase any software to go with the system, such as Windows or Blu Ray playback software?
No.
What I have in mind:
(Mostly picked from Anandtech Stickied Guide from forum and Toms hardware and anandtech reviews)
Case: Antec 1200 v3 $150.00
MotherBoard: ASRock Z97 Extreme6 $165.00
CPU: Intel i5 4690k $220.00
Heatsink/Fan: Zalman CNPS10x $40.00
Memory: G. Skill Ripjaw 16GB (2x4GB) DDR3-2400 $160.00
GPU: Zotac GTX 970 4GB $330.00
PSU: Rosewill Capstone-M 650W 80plus Gold $90.00
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro 128GB (Reused)
Storage: - (Reused)
DVD: - (Reused)
BluRay: - (Reused)
Monitor 1: Upgrade if I can cut cost? Any Recommendations? $??
Monitor 2: - (Reused)
Keyboard: - (Reused)
Mouse: - (Reused)
Speakers: - (Reused)
TOTAL: $1155
Is there anywhere I can reduce costs? I don't think I will overclock but like to have that option.. willing to give it up if I can save some money for a better monitor instead.
Case: Antec 900
MotherBoard: Abit IP35 Pro
CPU: Intel q6600
Heatsink/Fan: Xigmatek HDT-s1283 cooler
Memory: G Skill 4GB DDR2-800
GPU: Nvidia 8800 GTX 768MB
PSU: PC Power and Cooling 610W
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro
Storage: 2 TB HDD
DVD: Samsung with Lightscribe
BluRay: LG Bluray burner
Monitors: Dell 23" & LG 21"
Keyboard: Logitech G15
Mouse: Logitech G9
Speakers: Bose USB companion 2
OS: Windows 7
I don't know the exact specs as I'm writing this away from my PC. But I think that the main stuff is clear.
I have not upgraded much since buying it. Just the SSD and peripherals really. I know I need to upgrade my memory now if I want to continue using this PC. I was just wondering if this is a good time to start a new PC from scratch since I have about $1000 I could spend on this.
I've looked up stuff and have an idea, but wondering what everyone thinks. Should I upgrade or build a new PC. I have not overclocked, but my video card tends to be heating up too much already and Im not playing at max settings in DOTA2 at all. Will there be a major performace upgrade if i build from scratch, or is it better to wait for some new technology in the next year?
1. What YOUR PC will be used for.
Main uses - Gaming - Dota2, Civ5, etc. and also to stream videos onto chromecast and ps3/4. Otherwise just regular surfing, watching videos, etc.
2. What YOUR budget is. A price range is acceptable as long as it's not more than a 20% spread
My budge is approximately $1000-$1200.
3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from.
USA
5. IF YOU have a brand preference. That means, are you an Intel-Fanboy, AMD-Fanboy, ATI-Fanboy, nVidia-Fanboy, Seagate-Fanboy, WD-Fanboy, etc.
I like Antec Cases. Ive had the 900 and I have really like the size and many fans.
6. If YOU intend on using any of YOUR current parts, and if so, what those parts are.
Yes - Hard Drives - Have a 120GB SSD and 2 TB HDD to cover storage. Also have my windows 7 bought. I would probably continue using Mouse, Keyboard, Monitors, Speakers, DVD and BluRay Drives.
7. IF YOU plan on overclocking or run the system at default speeds.
Would prefer running on default speeds. I am in hot and sunny weather, and gets very dusty, impossible to clean pc weekly so tends to get a little clogged between monthly cleans.
8. What resolution, not monitor size, will you be using?
Whatever my two monitors support... If getting new monitors then minimum 1920x1080 resolution. And always dual monitors.
9. WHEN do you plan to build it?
Note that it is usually not cost or time effective to choose your build more than a month before you actually plan to be using it.
Over next month, unless it is recommended to wait a while.
X. Do you need to purchase any software to go with the system, such as Windows or Blu Ray playback software?
No.
What I have in mind:
(Mostly picked from Anandtech Stickied Guide from forum and Toms hardware and anandtech reviews)
Case: Antec 1200 v3 $150.00
MotherBoard: ASRock Z97 Extreme6 $165.00
CPU: Intel i5 4690k $220.00
Heatsink/Fan: Zalman CNPS10x $40.00
Memory: G. Skill Ripjaw 16GB (2x4GB) DDR3-2400 $160.00
GPU: Zotac GTX 970 4GB $330.00
PSU: Rosewill Capstone-M 650W 80plus Gold $90.00
Storage: Samsung 840 Pro 128GB (Reused)
Storage: - (Reused)
DVD: - (Reused)
BluRay: - (Reused)
Monitor 1: Upgrade if I can cut cost? Any Recommendations? $??
Monitor 2: - (Reused)
Keyboard: - (Reused)
Mouse: - (Reused)
Speakers: - (Reused)
TOTAL: $1155
Is there anywhere I can reduce costs? I don't think I will overclock but like to have that option.. willing to give it up if I can save some money for a better monitor instead.