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    Thoughts on the BenQ PD3200Q?

    Not sure if this is the right place to post this but here it goes. I’ve been looking for a good 1440p display to upgrade from my 24” 1920x1200 Apple Cinema IPS Display. I’ve been looking specifically for a decent VA panel, because I use my PC in a relatively dim room so the blacks on IPS...
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    Mining set up advice

    i've just started mining on my PC for a few days and i think i would like to up my game. This is what i want to do. Here are some things that i want to achieve: at least 20K$ a year profit Not too loud. maybe under 60db. Under 50 would be so nice. I'll be running it in my living room. I...
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    Anyone out there know what I’d need to run Destiny 2 @ a solid 144 frames?

    Looking to build a PC to play and livestream Destiny 2. Just wondering where I should put my bottom line when it comes to a graphics card. I don’t want to have to have to upgrade it when I get a 144hz monitor, but I don’t think I’ll be playing at 4K or even anything higher than maybe 1440p. I’m...
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    • advice destiny 2 gaming gpu ltb used video card
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Video Cards
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    SFF - Best cooling configuration. 3 Noctua options

    Hey Everyone. I am currently trying to make a new build inside a Silverstone FTZ01B-E case with the new Ryzen 5 3600. The case has a 83 mm clearance for the CPU cooler. I did run into a problem what cooling option from Noctua should I choose to make the whole configuration quiet and low on...
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    What do you look for in a gaming mouse?

    Mice are a crucial part of any gaming set-up, but I've never really known what makes a mouse good. When I bought my first actual gaming mouse it was the Razer Mamba and I mainly bought it because I liked the lights. It was cool, but after a while I realized the sensor wasn't very good and a lot...
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    Mining advice/suggestions

    Recently started mining and by recently I mean last night. Most of my rigs are ITX so all are single GPU setups; 2x270x, and a 380. Currently mining monero with claymore and getting 420-450H/s on the 270xs and 455-550H/s on the 380. I am using nicehash for CPU mining on two of the three...
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    Ryzen choices

    I hope this is in the right section. I don't post a lot, mostly a lurker. So, after a long time on an FX 6300 I have the opportunity to upgrade (I'm very excited). For the last 5 months I've been reading everything I can get my hands on, watching endless YT vids (some of questionable...
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    Samsung CHG70 or an HKC (preferably X3)?

    I'm amazed that I still have this account and since reddit was of no help I'm going onto here for help. I bought the HKC X3 a while ago and aside from some backlight bleed and a green line to the right, it is the best monitor I have ever owned for it's 5,000:1 contrast ratio and it's refresh...
    • Kermie
    • Thread
    • advice gaming monitor help hkc samsung
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Displays
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    Advise on a Cheap NAS Build

    Hello all, I'm trying to build a home NAS, mainly for backing up pictures as well as making occasional back-ups/restore points between windows and mac devices and am unsure what parts I should get and what software is the best to run the NAS. I will be using two 2TB 2.5" drives or two 4TB 3.5"...
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    X99 Motherboard Help/Advice

    ASRock Fatal1ty X99 Professional Gaming ASUS ROG Strix X99 Gigabyte GA-X99-Ultra Gaming MSI X99A Gaming Pro Carbon Hey everyone. Looking for a little advice on the above ATX X99 MBs, namely which one I should use as the basis of my new build. This is the first time I'm building on the X99...
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    New Gaming Build Advice

    1) What will you be doing with this PC? Gaming? Photoshop? Web browsing? etc Gaming and just general browsing and such. I will definitely be playing Civ VI when that comes out. Also looking to get Mafia 3 and maybe Battlefield One. 2) What's your budget? Are tax and shipping included? I'd say...
  12. Armenius

    Help me pick a new case...

    After going back and forth on many things (going smaller, ditching my 5.25" Blu-ray drive) I think I've finally narrowed down my choices. First, here are my primary criteria: Form with function Good cable routing options Mounting for a 120mm AIO on the CPU (Kraken X31) Mounting for a 120mm or...
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    Ideas for unused 32" TV? ...Pics of office area...

    I am a very amateur welder and built my desk around my 42" TV as a multimedia center for my small bedroom. I was given this nice Sony TV - completely due to the missing stand and damaged wall mount hardware. My office is run off of a Dell laptop (i7 8gb RAM, 1TB HDD, nothing too special). What...
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    Monitor Advice?

    Primary Goal: Text Clarity, able to be used for long periods without strain. Secondary Goal: Pixel Density to get work done. Pixels Per Inch: 100-150 Color Accurate: No Blue Light Reduction: Would be very nice Price Range: $0 - $1000 USD I'm a database administrator, I spend probably 50-70...
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    My Mobo and processor died - Thinking of building that SFF I always wanted

    Hi Guys A few days ago my mobo/processor just gave up the ghost and so I thought maybe this is a great time to build that SFF PC I have always wanted. I have a bit of an idea where I want to go with it but your advice would be appreciated. Here is what I have been looking at so far.... Good...
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    Motherboard advice 2x m.2 slots needed.

    Hey men. I feel a little pretentious making a new thread with my first post here, but I do feel like I am, somewhat, part of the family here as a year long lurker. So I am currently doing a bit of research into my new build. My old one lasted me for 7'ish years, I feel it is time for an...
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    Buying 1st smartphone, advice please

    Finally biting the bullet and want to purchase my first smartphone. 1. I plan on purchasing used from swappa. I want one for under $200. 2. I want one that has a good camera, not necessarily the best, but good quality. 3. I want a phone that has good multitasking capabilities, such as being...
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