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Ethereal2011

Ethereal2011

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Hello all. It's time for me to upgrade my computer again, don't really need to, just fancy a change.

I have a GTX 780 (Might buy another to SLi it) so wont need a GPU, and my memory is fine with 16GB @ PC3-19200C10 2400MHz. Going to upgrade my CPU from the 2500k to the 4670k (Unless someone can recommend something better?). Is anyone able to recommend a decent motherboard to match up with the above along with a new modular PSU.

also looking to buy a new case, liking the look of the corsair 750D, anyone else have this and like it?

Budget wise, meeeh not sure, up to £600 I guess for the CPU + cooler, mobo and PSU.

Many thanks :)
 
Swapping from a 2500K to a 4670K isn't worth it, is your 2500K overclocked?

Do you have a SSD?
 
What`s the rest of your spec?

If you are looking for a Cpu upgrade, second hand 3770K would be my choice and cheaper.
 
stulid said:
Swapping from a 2500K to a 4670K isn't worth it, is your 2500K overclocked?

Do you have a SSD?
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Yeh, my 2500k is currently at 4.60GHz and has been happy as pie there for years.

And yes, I have an SSD with my OS loaded on it.

I will believe you guys when you say its not worth it :D, I just fancied a few upgrades to pass the time over Christmas :D
 
Idleman said:
What`s the rest of your spec?

If you are looking for a Cpu upgrade, second hand 3770K would be my choice and cheaper.
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Mobo: Gigabyte Z68AP-D3, mobo is ok, but I was looking for something a little more.....aesthetically pleasing ^^
SSD: Crucial RealSSD M4 60GB & 240 GB
HDD: Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 1TB
Cooling: Antec Kúhler H2O
Rest is already mentioned.

A new case it a must, its just way to cramped in my current case.
 
Nice big case and an 850W Psu, if you decide on Sli 780. I`ve included 2 "B" grade mobo`s you can choose between, But check with OCUK CS, as to the condition and as to what is missing, I/O back plate for instance.

YOUR BASKET
1 x Corsair Obsidian 750D Full Tower Case - Black (CC-9011035-WW) £134.99
1 x Silverstone Strider Plus 850W Modular '80 Plus Silver' Power Supply (SST-ST85F-P) £124.99
1 x **B Grade** Gigabyte Z77X-UP4 TH Intel Z77 (Socket 1155) DDR3 (MB-405-GI) £110
1 x **B Grade** Gigabyte Z77X-D3H Intel Z77 (Socket 1155) DDR3 Motherboard £60
Total : £444.98 (includes shipping : £12.50).

 
if you do decide to upgrade the cpu then I'd suggest

YOUR BASKET
1 x Intel Core i7-4770K 3.50GHz (Haswell) Socket LGA1150 Processor - Retail £251.99
1 x Antec High Current Pro 750W Modular '80 Plus Gold' Power Supply £129.95
1 x Gigabyte Z87-D3HP Intel Z87 (Socket 1150) DDR3 ATX Motherboard £107.99
1 x Corsair Carbide 540 High Airflow ATX Cube Case - Black (CC-9011030-WW) £105.95
Total : £609.97 (includes shipping : £11.75).



I can't in good conscience recommend the 750d, its a nice case and all but the flaws spoil it for me. corsair are apparently releasing a revised model but that's meant to sort the compatibility of the case with the asus maximus vi formula, if they also sort out the other issues then I would recommend it as long as you get the new revision(if they don't then I wouldn't). if you want to know my bug bears with the case have a look at the thread in the latest news section.

if you want sli compatibility then change the motherboard and include a 750w+ psu, e.g

YOUR BASKET
1 x Gigabyte Z87X-OC Intel Z87 (Socket 1150) DDR3 ATX Motherboard £149.99
1 x Gigabyte Z87X-UD3H Intel Z87 (Socket 1150) DDR3 ATX Motherboard - FREE Gigabyte M8000x Gaming Mouse £139.99
1 x Antec High Current Pro 750W Modular '80 Plus Gold' Power Supply £129.95
1 x Be Quiet Power Zone 850W '80 Plus Bronze' Fully Modular Power Supply £107.99
Total : £539.92 (includes shipping : £10.00).



what's your current psu? I can't seem to see it mentioned in the op or the more specs post.
 
Anyone able to recommend a decent Motherboard since I should be keeping my 2500k? :)

Think I might re-color my interior since I am upgrading the case, something red and black would be nice (However not THAT important) ^^
 
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