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Re: Building a new computer, need some tips.
Well, you can overclock a 4790 too, so comparing a CPU at stock vs another OC'ed is apples to oranges. Again, the 8350 is an 8-core cpu, and even using all 8 cores is slower than the 4790. What this means in real life is that, in poorly threaded apps than can only use 1 or 2 cores efficiently, the 4790 will be way, way… -
Re: Building a new computer, need some tips.
Please don't spread misinformation. Zbrush actually doesn't use your GPU at all, which is why it runs so passably on average computers compared to most tools of the trade. For Zbrush you'll therefore get more benefit from a stronger CPU, and it generally even benefits from having more cores available as the sculpting… -
Re: Building a new computer, need some tips.
Ah I see, in that case I would go with a 4790K/LGA 1150 board, that will save you a significant amount of money on cooler/mobo/ram. CPU is a little cheaper too and only a hair slower. The 5820 has 6 cores, which sounds cool, until you realize that its 6 cores have slower clocks than the 4970's 4 cores, which means you'll… -
Re: Building a new computer, need some tips.
I'd say go with a 4 core and get good cooling and overclocking or a better GPU instead, and you'll get better performance for cheaper, I kinda wish I didn't go with the 6 core now that I've been playing with a lot of realtime GI solutions. -
Re: Building a new computer, need some tips.
It seems like these dudes are pointing you in the right direction but I just figured I'd toss out some last stuff. If you do go MATX and want to get a smaller case, make sure it supports the Hyper 212 EVO. With ATX the height is usually not an issue. You may have to go with an AIO liquid cooler in a smaller setup, but then… -
Re: Building a new computer, need some tips.
Personally I'd go something like: PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant CPU: Intel Core i7-4790K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor ($324.99 @ SuperBiiz) Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z97X-UD3H ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($99.99 @ Micro Center) Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($96.99 @ Newegg)… -
Building a new computer, need some tips.
Hey, As I'm getting more and more into 3d, it seems my low end laptop isn't going to cut it. From freezing to crashes to a lot of lag, working feels like an uphill battle. As such I'm thinking about buying a desktop with a bigger budget. I've asked on the buildapcforme subreddit. This is what I've got so far [PCPartPicker… -
Re: Building a new computer, need some tips.
Thanks everyone! Time to go do some homework and come back with a new build :) -
Re: Building a new computer, need some tips.
Wait the 5820k doesn't come with a cooler. @Earthquake, the X99 is more expensive mobo wise as well as the ram. When I built mine I believe my cheapest option was the MSI X99 SLI Plus with a Evo 212 cooler. -
Re: Building a new computer, need some tips.
Just a thought if you want to save cash: The AMD FX-8350 has great customer reviews, is fast, has 8 cores, and is CHEAP. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819113284 You can snag a decent mobo for it for $100-150 and you'll knock a lot off the price. The i7-4790 outperforms it, true, but the 8350 is…
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