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Oct 16 2015 10:04am
Old topic posted a few years back
I feel like it is time to upgrade my computer which I build nearly 4 years ago.
Could maybe use a few of the SSD's I have installed but that is it.

  • Budget: 1500$ / 13000NKR
  • More specific use (what games, what programs): Fallout 4 / WoW
  • Planned time until purchase: A month
  • Do you need an Operating System?: I bought Win 7 last time, can I reuse?
  • Do you have any specific preferred components?: Clean case, nothing fancy
  • Do you need a sound or wireless card?: No
  • Do you want stock cooling or do you plan on overclocking?: No overclocking
  • Do you need a monitor? mouse? keyboard?: Want to replace Cm Storm keyboard and Nascita mice. Got monitors.
  • Zip code/location? (Shipping costs): Irrelevant, free shipping from the site I'll use.
  • What are your preferences in case style?(lights, flashy, dull, etc): I like it clean and nothing flashy.
  • Are you planning to use multiple monitors?: Yes, I have 2* 27' monitors. Would like a graphics card with dual HDMI ports and my current only have one, other is on VGA.
  • Are you looking for upgrade-ability?: Somewhat, I tend to just buy everything new like now though.
  • Do you have any preferred brands?: No.
  • Can you reuse any components from an older build?: SSD's, not sure about anything else.
  • Is there anything else you think we should know?: I would like hella storage, I have 250 SSD and 300HDD now, which is too little. The HHD is old as in from the early 2000 old.


I want to be able to play Fallout 4 on really enjoyable settings, it might require a whole lot but still want an upgrade for the future as well.
My current desktop struggles a bit with the fps in The Witcher so I can imagine it won't get better with Fallout 4.
I have not looked at anything at all as I post, but will take a look at product while I wait for a response.
Will be using this site --> https://www.komplett.no/ But feel free to make a list on Newegg or anything else.
Thanks for any help!

This post was edited by Mevonis on Oct 16 2015 10:05am
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Oct 16 2015 10:17am
post up old system
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Oct 16 2015 02:08pm
Honestly, you don't have to replace your whole system. the only thing you need is a better graphics card. Your CPU is fine, and getting a new processor would make little difference.
grab yourself an r9 390, 8GB and call it a day. add some space in the form of a 1-2tb hdd or whatever you like.
Then youre done.

Everything else, wouldn't be replaced with anything better...just a new version of it, so you'd be kinda throwing away money at that point.
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Oct 17 2015 09:00am
Well, my Corsair case is in somewhat pieces, I also need to power up the computer from the motherboard..
I also want a modular power supply, my current makes such a mess with so many unused cables.
Case has stayed open for years due to sidepanel does not stay in place, so all dusty and disgusting.
I have the money to buy a new computer, I rather not buy pieces here and there and fit it into halfasses case and motherboard, just feels wrong.
So please do suggest a complete build if you would like to help me out, I will buy a new one regardless.

What maufacturer of R9 390 8GB would the choice, any? The one with 3 fans? I can imagine that is better if this is the card that doesn't start the fans unless it goes over 60 degrees.
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Oct 17 2015 09:12am
Quote (Mevonis @ Oct 17 2015 11:00am)
Well, my Corsair case is in somewhat pieces, I also need to power up the computer from the motherboard..
I also want a modular power supply, my current makes such a mess with so many unused cables.
Case has stayed open for years due to sidepanel does not stay in place, so all dusty and disgusting.
I have the money to buy a new computer, I rather not buy pieces here and there and fit it into halfasses case and motherboard, just feels wrong.
So please do suggest a complete build if you would like to help me out, I will buy a new one regardless.

What maufacturer of R9 390 8GB would the choice, any? The one with 3 fans? I can imagine that is better if this is the card that doesn't start the fans unless it goes over 60 degrees.


Whoever your favorite it is and/or whoever has the best warranty for your country.

So here's something i put together, I didnt max your budget for a few reasons. The driving force was because prices arent the same in every country due to the differences in currency values and various laws/taxes/import charges and selection wont be the same.
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/9gZMkL

In general though you can substitute anything for a different brand. All ram is basically equal if youre not overclocking. Try and stick with an evga power supply, B2 or G2 series, though b2 is better priced.

This post was edited by Rapture on Oct 17 2015 09:13am
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Oct 17 2015 10:42am
Thanks.
I put this together on Komplett
https://www.komplett.no/k/shoplist.aspx?mode=receive&si=1605321&su=99578A65-B39F-41B8-B727-171E8054EA9A

They also sell complete builds which they build and ready for you. Very tempting and it looks like a beast.
https://www.komplett.no/product/11046#!tab:extra

Thoughts?
I guess it would be more expensive to buy all the parts separate, saving the time spent on assembly is also nice, so a win win.
It is a 190$ difference, which is irrelevant to me.
Rather pay someone professional to build it, eventhough it is easy.

This post was edited by Mevonis on Oct 17 2015 10:44am
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#7
Oct 17 2015 12:03pm
^ $190 difference is huge,
ur comparing a better build with higher quality things vs. a shittier build with lesser quality things for $190 more
It's not all about the $$$, it's about the quality. Buy the things in ur cart, and then pay $190 to someone to build it = win win.
They'll gladly do it cos im sure they'd do it for around 50, nvm ur overpaying them 4x.

also get a different 2tb drive
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