Build AdviceNew build to replace an i7 930 system
Build AdviceNew build to replace an i7 930 system
The OP says he doesn't use Photoshop anymore. But if they do other GPU stuff, maybe we'd need a GPU anyway to make sure things work right.
This cpu will come out soon. You can see the specs for the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 here. Lots of people are already listing B860 boards on PC Partpicker, so you might want to check that site too. The ASUS TUF GAMING B860-PLUS WIFI motherboard is a great choice for gamers with high-end processors like the Intel Core Ultra Series 2 and fast PCIe 5.0 speeds plus WiFi 7 support. Here is a breakdown of what you're getting:
* CPU Cooler: ID-COOLING FROZN A620 PRO SE ($29.99)
* Motherboard: Asus TUF GAMING B860-PLUS WIFI for LGA1851 CPUs at $179.99
* Total cost: $209.98
Everything included is the best price found online, and prices go down when you buy in bulk or wait for sales. This page was made by PCPartPicker on January 18th, 2025.
I don't use the PS anymore, even though I really like it. I want to continue having both screens up there. But those two motherboards are all that they got for HDMI ports, so I'll need to add a graphics card.
I started buying things when I see good prices. I already bought an ASRock z890 LiveMixer. But I'm confused about my screens. I have two Asus VH236H monitors. They have DVI, HDMI, and VGA ports. The mobo only has one HDMI out. So I thought of buying an ASRock Radeon RX 6600 Challenger gpu, but it also only has one HDMI out. If I am right, I can either: Buy two new monitors that use DP inputs, or connect both screens to the GPU using a cable, like HDMI for one and a DP adapter for the other.
Z890 only lets you use Arrowlake chips, which feels a bit strange. Those chips cost a lot of money but aren't really super fast or great compared to other options. You can still use the DP-to-HDMI cables that came with it. But actually, old VGA and DVI screens are almost completely outdated now.