Hey guys,
Right, I have pretty much got everything for my PC. The only essential that I have left to order is my CPU (Intel i5 3570k) which I shall be ordering in the next few weeks. If I got the GPU first I would probably have to use my TV as my display for a while.
I am wondering whether I should get a GPU or Monitor over Christmas (I have £300). Potentially I could probably get both in the budget, but I'm not sure whether too. I do a lot of Graphic Design work and I intend to do a lot of gaming on the side, so I think a decent IPS monitor would be best for me. I was thinking along the line of the Dell U2412M. GPU wise I am considering one of the 7950 cards, plans would be to play FPS (CoD, BF3, CS etc.), racing games (Dirt, NFS), games like Batman, GTA and Hitman and games like LoL. I'll basically play anything worth playing!
So back to my question. Should I get the monitor or GPU first, or could I fit both into the £300? I think Graphic Design is my priority as it will be a way for me to earn money, practice and get through my college work. I'm struggling to make the decision myself, so I was hoping you guys could talk some sense into me as I'm just driving myself mad!
Cheers!
Right, I have pretty much got everything for my PC. The only essential that I have left to order is my CPU (Intel i5 3570k) which I shall be ordering in the next few weeks. If I got the GPU first I would probably have to use my TV as my display for a while.
I am wondering whether I should get a GPU or Monitor over Christmas (I have £300). Potentially I could probably get both in the budget, but I'm not sure whether too. I do a lot of Graphic Design work and I intend to do a lot of gaming on the side, so I think a decent IPS monitor would be best for me. I was thinking along the line of the Dell U2412M. GPU wise I am considering one of the 7950 cards, plans would be to play FPS (CoD, BF3, CS etc.), racing games (Dirt, NFS), games like Batman, GTA and Hitman and games like LoL. I'll basically play anything worth playing!
So back to my question. Should I get the monitor or GPU first, or could I fit both into the £300? I think Graphic Design is my priority as it will be a way for me to earn money, practice and get through my college work. I'm struggling to make the decision myself, so I was hoping you guys could talk some sense into me as I'm just driving myself mad!
Cheers!