Good Computer For FTB Packs

[Chaka]

Bronze is fine and overclocking is more about wattage than efficiency. The GTX 770 will increase performance because it has more CUDA cores, VRAM, and its chip set is newer and well built.

Ok, Ill consider that.

 

[midi_sec]

efficiency means a lot. less efficient PSUs create more heat for your machine to dissipate, and higher power bills. a gold rated PSU isn't that much more, and honestly, PSU isn't something you should skimp on. I've seen failed PSU take out all 3 mobo, CPU, and gpu.

I've spent thousands of dollars because of failed/failing PSUs, and I don't take chances anymore.

 

[DarkIron987]

You can purchase a reliable PSU that is 80+ Bronze.

 

[midi_sec]

but it's not going to save you any/much money, so why?

 

[DarkIron987]

but it's not going to save you any/much money, so why?

I am just saying efficiency doesn't mean reliable.

 

[midi_sec]

You would be correct. There are only a few brands of PSU that I trust personally.

You'd be surprised how much money I've spent due to my own bad choices on computer hardware. I only know what I know due to mistakes I've made in the past.

 

[DarkIron987]

EVGA, some Seasonic, Corsair, Fractal, and a few other.

 

[midi_sec]

yep, basically that's about it.

but I'll spend $20 more on a PSU if it will end up saving me $100 in the long run in power bills.

 

[DarkIron987]

yep, basically that's about it.

but I'll spend $20 more on a PSU if it will end up saving me $100 in the long run in power bills.

Oh yeah 100% agree with you. My PSU is Gold and it is well worth the price tag.

 

[Vasa]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: Asus H97-PLUS ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($101.24 @ Amazon)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($94.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 830 Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon HD 7770 2GB Video Card ($128.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair Gaming 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ Micro Center)
Total: $800.17

That is how i would build a computer.

 

[DarkIron987]

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($199.99 @ Micro Center)
Motherboard: Asus H97-PLUS ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($101.24 @ Amazon)
Memory: Patriot Viper 3 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory ($94.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 830 Series 128GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($119.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($79.99 @ Amazon)
Video Card: Asus Radeon HD 7770 2GB Video Card ($128.98 @ Newegg)
Power Supply: Corsair Gaming 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($74.99 @ Micro Center)
Total: $800.17

That is how i would build a computer.

He isnt going to build one. Lol

 

[Vasa]

He isnt going to build one. Lol

i know im just giving an example

 

[Wagon153]

Well to be honest, the efficiency of the PSU isn't super important if you don't keep the computer on all the time.

 

[midi_sec]

Well to be honest, the efficiency of the PSU isn't super important if you don't keep the computer on all the time.

It depends on how you look at it. Every minute it is on, you're just wasting power in the form of heat.

The way I see it, If it only costs $20 extra to save you more than that in the lifetime of your PSU, why not?