Need advice on a new gaming rig

snuffbennet · 4 Oct 2013 at 11:31

Hi

I've been looking at buying the Vibox Hyperion. google search will find it[EDIT]
My budget is 2000-2500.

I want a pc which will be future proof or at least will run on the latest and future games for the next 5 years say.

Also need to capture content from games. Broadcast and if possible at the same time.

I need the system built to order.

Budget can be flexible if the extra part is really worth it.

I potentially could be buying 3 if the price is right.

Can you built me a better machine.

Many thanks :cool:

Fulax · 4 Oct 2013 at 11:32

I'd remove that competitor link. Againt the rules.

snuffbennet · 4 Oct 2013 at 11:33

Ok sorry i didnt know

Fulax · 4 Oct 2013 at 12:00

Sure you don't want to build yourself? Post your budget in the General Hardware forum and they'll spec you something epic.

Something to consider:

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Total : £2,491.48 (includes shipping : £16.25).

The 780s will beat Vibox's 7990.

Not sure why you can't select an h100i in the configurator. If you give OcUK a call, I'm sure they'll sort you out.

snuffbennet · 4 Oct 2013 at 12:22

Thanks for that.
Would 2 780 cards be required?

Could I do the same with the GTX Titan?

On the vibox 7990 I was thinking of replacing the 7990 with the titan. Thoughts? Could I do the same on the spec u quoted?

Fulax · 4 Oct 2013 at 12:35

You'd have to call OcUK about that.

Depending on the resolution you'll be playing at and how many screen you'll be using, two 780s could certainly be considered overkill. Getting a single Titan instead wouldn't exactly be cost-effective, though, as a single KFA2 780 will get very close to its performance at a far lower cost.

If you'll be playing on a single screen at 1080p or 1440p, I'd probably stick to a single 780 now and add another when you feel it's necessary. Should save you a bit of money.

EDIT: Here's a review of the card: http://hexus.net/tech/reviews/graphics/60001-kfa2-geforce-gtx-780-hall-of-fame/

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