Questions tagged [gaming]
For questions concerning hardware that will be used for gaming.
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AMD or Intel CPU for my computer [closed]
I am looking to replace my old PC configuration with a new one, so I am searching for some new components. The main destination for my PC will be gaming.
So my questions are:
Which CPU is better in ...
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Choosing professional Monitor
Can't decide between these 3 monitors:
BenQ PD3220U
LG 32UL950
Dell UP3216Q
All 3 of them seem to have pretty similar characteristics and price which makes it really hard to choose.
All 3 are 4k60, ...
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What is the cheapest graphics card for a desktop
What is the cheapest graphics card for a desktop that can handle the new age of empires 2 definitive version and the Halo reach for PC? I'm thinking about getting new parts for my cooler master ...
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Custom Build Tabletop Table
Not sure if this is the right place to be asking this question. But since this is hardware / PC related, and not woodworking, I think it would be the best place.
I'm currently in the planning process ...
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Wait to buy a PC or buy now?
My PC died two days ago. Now I'm not sure if I should wait for a new generation of PC parts or get a new PC right away.
I have a budget of €1,5k - 2k and I'm only using the PC for gaming.
At the ...
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What's the best CPU and motherboard under $300 for playing Minecraft?
What is the best CPU and motherboard under $300 for playing the Java Edition of Minecraft?
I already have a graphics card, 256GB SSD and a 600W PSU.
I'll also use it for normal computer usage.
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VESA vertical offset mount bracket
I have a need for something that I can only describe as a "drop mount" or a vertical offset bracket for 100x100mm VESA mount holes.
I have a 3-monitor setup with an iMac as the middle screen, using ...
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I'm looking for a bluetooth transmitter/receiver to connect bluetooth headphones to xbox
So I recently purchased some airpods and want to also use them with my xbox while playing online games.
I have seen that you can use them with the xbox app using this guide But the app has it's ...
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Will eight cores in a CPU become more relevant in the future for gaming and VR? [closed]
I am deciding which parts to include in my PC, primarily aimed towards gaming. My last PC lasted 7 years so longevity is the key for this build.
Obviously no one can know the future so I'm just ...
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Best money for value GPU for Core i5 9600k processor and 16GB Ram
Which Graphics card will be the best value for money for this configuration? Suggestion will be appreciated.
Processor: Core i5 9600k
Motherboard: Gigabyte Z390UD
Ram: Corsair Vengeance LPX 1x16GB ...
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Looking for solution for gaming via remote desktop
So I have a TV in my room I'd like to able to use to remotely connect to my gaming PC from, but I am trying to find a solution for this that wont cost much.
For context, I have the TV and PS4 in my ...
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How to upgrade my Hardware
Over the next month, I want to upgrade/renew my setup.
My current setup is kind of old:
Mainboard: EVGA Classified SR-X
CPU: 2x Xeon E5-2630 Hexa-Core @2,3GHz
RAM: 20GB DDR3
GPU: INNO3D GeForce GTX ...
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Microcontroller to run x86 application
I'm a big fan of Touhou games (PC-98 and Windows Era).
I wanted to make a custom console to be able to play them on tv (a plug and play like console).
For the PC-98 games, I was able to use a ...
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CherryMX for programming/coding
I never had a mechanical keyboard but I know they better than cheap membrane ones.
I saw these keyboards have something called CherryMX with different colors on their keys, my question is which color ...
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Recommendation a GPU upgrade for old computer
I am currently building a new PC so I'm looking to give away my previous self build from 2011'ish to the kids. What I was wondering is would a modern graphics card, say something like a GTX 1660Ti be ...
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Upgrading budget computer
I'm planning on upgrading my old home computer and wanted advice on what should be best. Current specs below:
CPU: Intel Core i5-3330
GPU: Nvidia GTX 1050-Ti
HDD: Seagate Barracuda 7200.14 500GB
RAM: ...
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Please recommend a gaming laptop for my daughter
17 inches. i7 can play overwatch.
Gaming laptop.
Bigger screen the better
resolution full HD 1920 1080
Additional detail similar to this guy
from: https://www.reddit.com/r/SuggestALaptop/comments/...
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RTX2060 and i5-4430 - does this combination make sense? [closed]
I'm planning an upgrade of a gaming PC. This is my current setup:
CPU: Intel Core i5-4430 @ 3.00GHz
MB: ASUS H-81 Plus
GPU: GeForce GTX 560 Ti
RAM: 8 GB
I want to replace GPU with RXT2060 and later ...
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GTX 1070 laptop vs. 2060
My laptop's failing and it's past time I bought a new one. Requirements:
Primarily for gaming, although I will also be running computation-intensive software on it (such as Mathematica).
Must have ...
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AMD A12-9720P + Radeon RX 540 vs Intel I5 7200U + NVIDIA 940MX - Which is the best?
I'm choosing between two laptops from Acer:
A515-41G-1480: (1) CPU: AMD A12-9720P 2.7Ghz (2) RAM: 8GB DDR4 (3) GPU: Radeon RX 540 2GB DDR5 (4) HD: 1TB;
A515-51G-50W8: (1) CPU: Intel Core i5-7200U 2.5 ...
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2x GTX770 SLI --> New card
Dear hardware enthusiasts, I need your advice.
My 4 years old gaming PC is currently running 2x GTX770 in SLI. I plan to upgrade to a single powerful gaming card. My budget is enough for GTX 1080 Ti, ...
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How Relevant are model numbers when looking for reviews [closed]
I'm looking into gaming laptops and when I look at reviews for ones I'm interested in assuming they list the model number I often find the last 2-3 characters are different. It's also common on online ...
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Is there a programmable USB board with (momentary) toggle switches?
What I'm looking for is something like a flight controller panel with customizable (makros) toggle switches similar to the ones found in airplanes.
Not sure if this is in scope but I found nothing on ...
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I want to buy a new cpu [closed]
I want play pubg mobile on pc at 60 fps and smoothly without any lag. I think to buy an 8 Gb ram cpu with 1 Tb memory and I am confused which processor and graphics card to buy for comlplete 60 fps ...
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Keyboard for night MMO gaming on plasma TV (please advice)
I am desperately looking for a keyboard which satisfies my particular playstyle:
Required Features:
Wireless (to be used on armchair in front of TV)
Illuminated (to play with lights off)
Full analog ...
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Laptop for programming and light gaming under $500?
So. I have yet another question that requires some advice.
I've been tasked by my uncle to find a laptop for my cousin sister's senior college years. She has decided to go into IT Software ...
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Lan/Ethernet card for ASUS P8Z68-V PRO/GEN3 for gaming with LOW ping/delay for under $40
I need a card for less than $40, not more, good for gaming with low ping/delay/latency.
My current LAN card is Intel® 82579, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s). This is an in-built card, i.e. it is NOT ...
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Budget monitor smaller than 20" for gaming
The monitor must have those characteristics:
FullHD (1920 × 1080 pixel, 1080p)
Flicker-free/Flicker safe
75-120 Hz
Response time 1-5ms
AMD Freesync
IPS
Smaller than 20"
16:9 aspect ratio
Built in ...
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Gaming Keyboard with onboard memory
I'm looking for a gaming keyboard that has onboard memory for macros, lighting, and profiles. I've got the Razor Blackwidow Chroma V2 and I love it, but it lacks the onboard memory part. I can ...
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CPU for Nintendo Emulation
So, my friend wants to start gaming. He told me he is really interested to try Nintendo games, but he doesn't have a specific console in mind. I suggested he should just get a PC, so that he has ...
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Buying a new pc for work, gaming
First of all I already have a laptop, although it's not a very powerfull one, which I got 5 years ago.
That being said, on to the business.
I was aiming for a desktop from this shop:
https://www....
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Can I put AMD firepro d700 GPU into a Windows PC [closed]
I have a Mac Pro with two amd firepro d700 GPUs. Can I pull one of those GPUs out and stick it right into a Windows pc? Or did AMD make these GPUs specifically for Apple only?
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4K gaming laptops with up-to-date hardware?
I'm looking to update my current gaming and work laptop to something featuring the latest CPUs and GPUs. Unfortunately, 120 Hz FHD screens seem to be more popular than 4K this year.
Does anyone know ...
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Help me chose between 2 computers [closed]
Hello guys I am going to buy a prebuilded pc soon (I know I should't and it will be way more expensive but it's nothing I have control over so please don't mention that) and I can't really chose ...
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Consumer/gaming-oriented case with high-end “big iron” server-level build quality
The few times I've encountered server gear, the build quality simply amazes me. It's just remarkably well-built, with incredibly solid metal construction throughout. The quality of the front of the ...
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Netgear XR500 vs ASUS ROG AC5300: Which is the better option with my configuration?
After agonizing for days and being an irritant all over Stack Exchange trying to sort out my networking woes, I've narrowed down my current purchase needs to fit one of two routers. One is the ...
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Best upgrade to make for a gaming rig?
So my kit isn't the worst, and it's far from the best. I'm wondering for myself personally as well as generally, what would be the best component to prioritise upgrading?
I have no SSD, only 1TB HDD ...
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Seeking advice for adding GPU to mini PC
I have purchased a ASUS K20CE style pc for my son, which has turned out not to have enough "omph" for playing even modest modern 3D games.
I went out and got a GeForce GT710 card for the PC (which ...
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Two motherboards, same case, how best to proceed with GPU options? (Upgrade vs Replace)
I recently obtained an i7 8700k that is sitting at 5.0ghz without even trying under a D15s, all on an ASUS ROG Maximus Hero with 32GB of G.Skill TridentZ. This was to replace my 4.78 Ghz i7 2600k ...
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PC rig Ryzen 5 configuration
Is Ryzen 5 2400G good enough for multitasking, virtualization, coding, and gaming (not necessarily on AAA games) or should I stick with Ryzen 5 1500/1600?
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Is it possible to replace a laptop's processor? [closed]
I currently own a 2016 Dell Inspiron 15 5000 and don't have enough money to buy a Gaming PC. I average around 20 FPS in Fortnite and was wondering if it is possible to replace the processor. I am ...
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Multiple headsets, multiple sources, easy switching
Currently we're using two old RF headphones with a two-channel switch to easily switch between our two PCs and the TV (two channels are enough since not all three devices are used at the same time). I'...
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Is there a device that can add efficiency to editing documents?
I teach high school English. Lots of papers to grade. Students submit electronically, through an online service; the LMS we use is, shall we say, limited. Grading essays online is extremely cumbersome ...
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ASUS ROG GX700VO RAM a mistake? [closed]
The ASUS ROG GX700VO has the following specs
Intel i7 6820HK Processor
RAM up to DDR4 2800MHz
The "Memory Types" of Intel i7 6820HK are stated as "DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866, DDR3L-1600", meaning to say ...
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Graphics card / power supply for prebuilt PC
I bought the HP Pavilion Slimline as an editing computer for my videos (which I record off of my PS4), but I want to get in to PC gaming. I only need to run CS:GO at 720p (hopefully under $100).
Here ...
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Extreme Streaming Setup
I am trying to build a new streaming PC (from scratch) for a long-time streamer with a really old configuration.
Basic needs are:
Fluid encoding at 1080p 60fps (8+ hours per day!)
Gaming at 1080p ...
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GTX 980M 8GB vs GTX 1070 8GB for a new gaming/workstation laptop?
So my daily driver of 3 years, the Lenovo G50-70, is on it's last legs, and I am in the market for a new high-end laptop to replace the G50-70.
I have found these two laptops that fit rather nicely ...
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Is it possible to flash MB BIOS pre CPU POST? [closed]
I have a motherboard here that won't complete POST. Stripped it down to just CPU, MB, 1 DDR4 chip. The old board had a bent pin which I did not notice until after I broke it down when POST was failing,...
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Let's discuss on the parts of my friend's new PC build [closed]
Here is my list of the parts on amazon of the new PC i am going to build for my friend. I need some experienced advice if that build is okay on that ~700 pounds budget or how it can be better on the ...
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Best CPU Generation to work with 2 GTX 960 4GB in SLI?
I'm doing a cost analysis for a friend who wants a "budget" gaming system that run most modern titles on medium to ultra settings with decent fps, like ETS2, GTA5 and Fallout4.
So far, he is dead ...
