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New build advice

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  • 02-09-2020 11:44pm
    #1
    ironictoaster
    Registered Users Posts: 4,142 ✭✭✭


    The nephew is looking to getting into PC Gaming, he's into the usual fare (Fortnite, Apex, COD, watching twitch streamers etc). He will be also inheriting my RTX 2070. So hopefully the budget can be lower by a decent chunk

    1.What is your budget?
    500-600 euro

    2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? [Gaming/Video editing/3D Modelling/HTPC/Internet] (If gaming include which games)
    Battle Royale games, COD.

    3. Do you need a copy of Windows? [Yes/No]
    No

    4. Can you use any parts from an old computer? [Hard drive/DVD Drive/Case/PSU/etc.] (If possible state brand and model of the parts to ensure compatibility)
    Gigabyte GeForce RTX 2070 8gb

    5. Do you need a monitor? [Yes/No]
    Yes

    5a. If yes, what size do you need. [19'/20'/22'/24'/etc.]
    27inch would be ideal

    5b. If no, what resolution is your current monitor and do you plan to upgrade in the near future? [1920x1080/1440x900/etc.] [Yes/No]
    N/A

    6. Do you need any of these peripherals? [Keyboard/Mouse/Wireless Card/Card Reader/Speakers/etc.]
    No

    7. Are you willing to try overclocking? [Yes/No]
    No

    8. How can you pay? [Bank Transfer/Credit Card/Laser]
    Credit Card

    9. When are you purchasing? [In x days]
    Can wait out til black friday, but I would like an idea what a build would look like as this would be a christmas present.

    10. If you need help building it, where are you based? [South Dublin City/Cork City/Kerry/etc.]
    N/A


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