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Posted - 2014.05.06 00:50:00 -
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Stupid Blueberry wrote:
Windows 8. Shoot me in the face right now, please.
Can't say I'm much of a fan of Windows 8, but it isn't really that bad. The 8.1 desktop functions exactly the same as 7, the OS itself is optimized much better than 7 (runs/boots faster) especially with a SSD. It looks different, and I hated it for a while, but it isn't anything more than a different look and I got over it.
The rig in the OP is surprisingly inexpensive. My custom rig is very similar, just with a few variations and some extra bells and whistles.
- I have the same processor in my custom rig and it is excellent, although it is much better when OC'd. It isn't specified whether the version used in that rig is unlocked, but the board appears to be designed for use with an unlocked CPU (based on the images), so I would assume that it is.
- The CPU fan and heatsink are terrible, from the images it appears that they are the stock ones that come with the retail CPU, which are typically not recommended for actual use. Generally they are just provided with the CPU so that it will actually be useable until an aftermarket solution can be installed. You definitely won't be doing any OCing with it, and I wouldn't feel comfortable doing much gaming with it either. It wouldn't overheat, but it definitely wouldn't be good for the long term wear on the processor, as those AMD FX series processors use a lot of power and get very toasty.
- Cooling in general seems to be in short supply in the case, it seems to only have 2 smaller case fans, unless there is an exhaust going out the top. Considering that, combined with the crappy CPU fan, it's going to get very hot in there.
- The board is tiny, no room for expansion and only one little heatsink. Just more heat accumulation.
- It only has 2 memory slots and only comes with 8GB, which could prove to be an issue in the future, 16 is becoming the preferred amount for gaming. It's upgradeable to 16GB, but that's just another ~$150 you'd have to drop on it.
- The 400W PSU is a bit weak, but it will do for what is provided. It doesn't leave much headroom, so you would likely have to replace it if you ever got a higher end graphics card.
- It's a bit short on the USB ports, but that's just based on my preferences.
Just my 2 cents for anyone who is considering it. I don't think is a bad PC based solely on what I see in the specs, and it is definitely a decent price, but keep these things in mind. If you're willing to make a few minor modifications, it could be a very good gaming rig.
I'd still recommend building your own if you are considering going this route, it is very easy, and there are plenty of places on the internet to find people willing to assist you. Everything is standardized these days, so it's literally just putting the square peg in the square hole, the round peg in the round hole, and following step by step directions. If you can assemble an IKEA cabinet, then you can build a PC.
deezy dabest wrote:
From what I have researched yes but the button mapping can be a bit troublesome. Have not messed with it myself just yet.
I use my DS3s on my PC, button mapping is never an issue. I use KB/M for any PC FPS, but they work great for anything I've used them on. The only problem I've every had is accidentally turning on my PS3 :P
ResistanceGTA wrote:
I understand that, but, I find it easier to buy a console every 6 or so years. I don't have time for that crap. Plain an simple. If I had a use for it other than to play games, maybe, but I have literally no other use.
I don't understand this viewpoint. Time for what? It doesn't take any longer to upgrade a PC than it does to buy and set up a new game console.
ResistanceGTA wrote:
Nexus 7, so, a tablet, yes.
Wrote my Senior Thesis on it, in fact.
But...what...and...how...what?
As a Computer Science major, I don't think I'll ever understand. I go insane without a full keyboard, big monitor(s), lots of USB ports, and loads of windows with a plethora of tabs.
 
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