Hello! I recently just created my forum account for one sole reason: to get the opinions on a new computer that I will be buying and some questions about upgrading it.
Specs-
Hard Drive Capacity 2000 gigabytes
Operating System Windows 10
Processor Brand Intel
Processor Speed 3.4 gigahertz
Processor Model Intel 4th Generation Core i5
System Memory (RAM) 12 gigabytes
Wireless Networking Wireless-N
Graphics Type Integrated
Graphics Processing Unit/GPU Intel
Video Memory Type Shared
Graphics Card
Memory-
Memory 6 megabytes
Media Card Reader Yes
System Memory RAM Expandable To 16 gigabytes
Type of Memory (RAM) DDR3
Number Of Memory Slots 2
System Memory RAM Speed 1600 megahertz
Certifications & Listings
Cost/Questions-
For all of this it costs $549.99. It looks as if I may have to replace the graphics with something else since it is Intel integrated. So, another question I have is, what graphics cards are compatible with this desktop and what card do you recommend in order to consistently 60+ fps in minecraft while recording and using shaders. Do you think this computer is sufficient to handle this and everyday schoolwork and computing tasks? Also, I have no clue about what monitor to get, so I will also need help with that. Thank you for all of your help in advance.
For all of this it costs $549.99. It looks as if I may have to replace the graphics with something else since it is Intel integrated. So, another question I have is, what graphics cards are compatible with this desktop and what card do you recommend in order to consistently 60+ fps in minecraft while recording and using shaders. Do you think this computer is sufficient to handle this and everyday schoolwork and computing tasks? Also, I have no clue about what monitor to get, so I will also need help with that. Thank you for all of your help in advance.
It's an alright deal for the price. If you want 60 fps while recording with shaders, you're gonna want to buy a GTX 970, which is around $300 and a decent power supply which will cost you around $60. If you can live with lower quality shaders, I would get a GTX 950 which is about $120.
It'll handle schoolwork and regular tasks easily, just about any computer these days can.
Thank you so much for responding! I forgot to mention my original post that shaders are optional and that I don't need to shell out extra cash just for them. The 970 is a lil to expensive for me, and the 950 is reasonable! So do you think the 950 would be fine with a texture pack at 60 fps while recording? Also, I do not even know where to start with the power supply and need some advice for it. And do you have any suggestions for a monitor?
EDIT: I have found the 960 for only $10 more than the 950. I think I will go with that instead of the 950.
Thank you so much for responding! I forgot to mention my original post that shaders are optional and that I don't need to shell out extra cash just for them. The 970 is a lil to expensive for me, and the 950 is
reasonable! So do you think the 950 would be fine with a texture pack at 60 fps while recording? Also, I do not even know where to start with the power supply and need some advice for it. And do you have any suggestions for a monitor?
If you go for a GTX 950, you will be fine with the stock power supply.
Great! I'll definitely be buying that monitor as well as the graphics card since I won't need to upgrade the power supply. Thank you so much for your help and time it took fo research this for me :D! As I get more experience and as time passes, I can always upgrade the graphics card and the power supply. Beauty of desktops rather than laptops. Now one last question before I can stop bugging you lol, is the graphics card compatible with the desktop I will be buying, and do I need to buy a cable or something for the monitor?
Great! I'll definitely be buying that monitor as well as the graphics card since I won't need to upgrade the power supply. Thank you so much for your help and time it took fo research this for me :D! As I get more experience and as time passes, I can always upgrade the graphics card and the power supply. Beauty of desktops rather than laptops. Now one last question before I can stop bugging you lol, is the graphics card compatible with the desktop I will be buying, and do I need to buy a cable or something for the monitor?
Well assuming the case is a standard size case, then all you need is the GPU, monitor, and either an HDMI or DVI cable
Hello! I recently just created my forum account for one sole reason: to get the opinions on a new computer that I will be buying and some questions about upgrading it.
Specs-
Hard Drive Capacity 2000 gigabytes
Operating System Windows 10
Processor Brand Intel
Processor Speed 3.4 gigahertz
Processor Model Intel 4th Generation Core i5
System Memory (RAM) 12 gigabytes
Wireless Networking Wireless-N
Graphics Type Integrated
Graphics Processing Unit/GPU Intel
Video Memory Type Shared
Graphics Card
Memory-
Memory 6 megabytes
Media Card Reader Yes
System Memory RAM Expandable To 16 gigabytes
Type of Memory (RAM) DDR3
Number Of Memory Slots 2
System Memory RAM Speed 1600 megahertz
Certifications & Listings
Cost/Questions-
For all of this it costs $549.99. It looks as if I may have to replace the graphics with something else since it is Intel integrated. So, another question I have is, what graphics cards are compatible with this desktop and what card do you recommend in order to consistently 60+ fps in minecraft while recording and using shaders. Do you think this computer is sufficient to handle this and everyday schoolwork and computing tasks? Also, I have no clue about what monitor to get, so I will also need help with that. Thank you for all of your help in advance.
It's an alright deal for the price. If you want 60 fps while recording with shaders, you're gonna want to buy a GTX 970, which is around $300 and a decent power supply which will cost you around $60. If you can live with lower quality shaders, I would get a GTX 950 which is about $120.
It'll handle schoolwork and regular tasks easily, just about any computer these days can.
Gaming PC Specs - Intel i5-2500K ~ ASUS P8P67M-Pro ~ Hyper 212+ ~ MSI GTX 970 OC ~ 8GB DDR3 Ram ~ 250GB Samsung EVO 850 ~ 500GB HardDrive ~ XFX 550w PSU ~ Fractal Core 1000 ~ Windows 8.1 ~ Samsung P2350 1080p Soon upgrading to GTX 1080/R9 490X + 1440p 144Hz
Macbook Pro 15" Retina - Intel i7 ~ 8GB Ram ~ Nvidia GT 650M ~ 256GB SSD ~ 2880 by 1800 Screen <3
Thank you so much for responding! I forgot to mention my original post that shaders are optional and that I don't need to shell out extra cash just for them. The 970 is a lil to expensive for me, and the 950 is reasonable! So do you think the 950 would be fine with a texture pack at 60 fps while recording? Also, I do not even know where to start with the power supply and need some advice for it. And do you have any suggestions for a monitor?
EDIT: I have found the 960 for only $10 more than the 950. I think I will go with that instead of the 950.
If you go for a GTX 950, you will be fine with the stock power supply.
Here's a link to the GTX 950 and a good monitor
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 950 2GB Video Card ($139.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Monitor: AOC I2269VW 60Hz 21.5" Monitor ($99.99 @ Best Buy)
Total: $239.98
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-01-01 19:21 EST-0500
Gaming PC Specs - Intel i5-2500K ~ ASUS P8P67M-Pro ~ Hyper 212+ ~ MSI GTX 970 OC ~ 8GB DDR3 Ram ~ 250GB Samsung EVO 850 ~ 500GB HardDrive ~ XFX 550w PSU ~ Fractal Core 1000 ~ Windows 8.1 ~ Samsung P2350 1080p Soon upgrading to GTX 1080/R9 490X + 1440p 144Hz
Macbook Pro 15" Retina - Intel i7 ~ 8GB Ram ~ Nvidia GT 650M ~ 256GB SSD ~ 2880 by 1800 Screen <3
Great! I'll definitely be buying that monitor as well as the graphics card since I won't need to upgrade the power supply. Thank you so much for your help and time it took fo research this for me :D! As I get more experience and as time passes, I can always upgrade the graphics card and the power supply. Beauty of desktops rather than laptops. Now one last question before I can stop bugging you lol, is the graphics card compatible with the desktop I will be buying, and do I need to buy a cable or something for the monitor?
Well assuming the case is a standard size case, then all you need is the GPU, monitor, and either an HDMI or DVI cable
Gaming PC Specs - Intel i5-2500K ~ ASUS P8P67M-Pro ~ Hyper 212+ ~ MSI GTX 970 OC ~ 8GB DDR3 Ram ~ 250GB Samsung EVO 850 ~ 500GB HardDrive ~ XFX 550w PSU ~ Fractal Core 1000 ~ Windows 8.1 ~ Samsung P2350 1080p Soon upgrading to GTX 1080/R9 490X + 1440p 144Hz
Macbook Pro 15" Retina - Intel i7 ~ 8GB Ram ~ Nvidia GT 650M ~ 256GB SSD ~ 2880 by 1800 Screen <3