Hi guys.
I have finally decided to treat myself to a new PC after a few years without upgrading.
My current setup:
Res: 2560x1440 27" @ 60Hz (Looking to upgrade to 3440x1440 around new year)
CPU: i5 2500k @ 3.3GHz
Mobo: Asus P8P67 LE
RAM: 8GB DDR3 @ 1600MHz
GPU: Windforce GTX 670 2GB VRAM
Storage: 256GB SSD + 128GB SSD
Case: Corsair Carbide 500R
My computer uses:
Mainly for gaming, MMOs. FPS. RTS. Driving.
Some streaming and gaming videos but this has lessened as my rig slugs in games when I do.
What I need in my new build:
CPU: Something that could improve performance with streaming, but not essential.
Cooler: Keep the CPU cool as I am wanting to overclock.
Mobo: Not as cheap as my last motherboard that can't overclock.
RAM: Do I future proof to DDR4?
GPU: Probably the biggest upgrade needed. My 670 is holding me back on new releases at my resolution.
Case: I am a fan of the NZXT H440, it's something with no mesh unlike the 500R where the dust likes to gather.
PSU: I'd like to go with a full modular PSU this time around.
Storage: HDD 1-2TB to store more games and video files.
Budget is £1000-£1500, the more bang for buck I can get the better, the rest gets put away toward the monitor.
Many thanks for your comments and suggestions. I will look over the post whilst on holiday the next couple weeks!
I have finally decided to treat myself to a new PC after a few years without upgrading.
My current setup:
Res: 2560x1440 27" @ 60Hz (Looking to upgrade to 3440x1440 around new year)
CPU: i5 2500k @ 3.3GHz
Mobo: Asus P8P67 LE
RAM: 8GB DDR3 @ 1600MHz
GPU: Windforce GTX 670 2GB VRAM
Storage: 256GB SSD + 128GB SSD
Case: Corsair Carbide 500R
My computer uses:
Mainly for gaming, MMOs. FPS. RTS. Driving.
Some streaming and gaming videos but this has lessened as my rig slugs in games when I do.
What I need in my new build:
CPU: Something that could improve performance with streaming, but not essential.
Cooler: Keep the CPU cool as I am wanting to overclock.
Mobo: Not as cheap as my last motherboard that can't overclock.
RAM: Do I future proof to DDR4?
GPU: Probably the biggest upgrade needed. My 670 is holding me back on new releases at my resolution.
Case: I am a fan of the NZXT H440, it's something with no mesh unlike the 500R where the dust likes to gather.
PSU: I'd like to go with a full modular PSU this time around.
Storage: HDD 1-2TB to store more games and video files.
Budget is £1000-£1500, the more bang for buck I can get the better, the rest gets put away toward the monitor.
Many thanks for your comments and suggestions. I will look over the post whilst on holiday the next couple weeks!
