I intend to purchase a new computer
I intend to purchase a new computer
Hi. I need to purchase a new computer but am not very familiar with parts. I’ve heard prebuilt models are often scams, so I’m trying to find someone trustworthy who isn’t trying to trick me like a store clerk. I looked up a website and found this one.
I have a budget of 2850 USD and require shipping to Sweden. My preferences include a system that can handle at least 240 FPS in shooters such as Rainbow Six Siege, CSGO, Titanfall, and games like Starcraft 2. I also enjoy Total Warhammer 2 occasionally. I’m unsure if this setup would work well. Could you give me some advice?
Thank you for your help.
AMD's CPU performance is better, but the GPU is weaker. These graphics cards are replaced more frequently, which should be taken into account. The pandemic contributed to this situation. It caused many people to stay at home and play games. Demand for GPUs has increased significantly. New GPUs from Nvidia and AMD offer substantial upgrades compared to older models. Many individuals are interested in upgrading. This year's consoles also feature AMD APUs, unlike the previous 5000 series. The need for more GPUs is growing. A shortage in Taiwan is currently impacting all production methods.
There is a lot to consider, but currently pre-built options are the main way to obtain a graphics card quickly. The recommended resolution is 16:9, with suggestions like 1920x1080, 2560x1440, or 3840x2160 (4K). If you want local stores that offer this, it would be helpful.
Here are some initial ideas; they appear to ship worldwide. The PC uses a compact design, and I included a wooden crate to improve the delivery experience.
Shipping costs are uncertain and need to be confirmed directly.
Price: $2528
Model: ORIGIN Chronos with Mesh
Exterior Color: Black
Interior Lighting: No lights
Current Offer: Free US ground shipping on orders over $50
Processors: Intel Core i5 10600K (6-core, 4.1GHz base, 4.8GHz turbo)
Motherboard: ASRock Z590M-ITX/ax
Memory: 16GB CORSAIR VENGEANCE 3000MHz (2x8GB)
Cooling: Corsair H60i PRO XT
Fans: ORIGIN PC Maximum Fan Kit
Graphics: NVIDIA 8GB GeForce RTX 3070
OS: MS Windows 10 Home
Storage: 960GB Force MP510 NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD
RAID: None
Power Supply: 750 Watt CORSAIR SFX Series
Unique Feature: The ORIGIN Difference – Guaranteed Best Gaming Experience
Shipping Protection: ORIGIN Wooden Crate Armor
24/7 U.S. Warranty: 1 Year Part Replacement with 45-Day Free Shipping
Complimentary ORIGIN PC Accessory: PC T-Shirt
Size: Medium
Free ORIGIN PC Accessories: PC Mousepad
You're welcome! Could you share the details of the site so you can review it yourself? Thank you again for your kind request!
I understand Origin PC might be the best option. I was thinking of suggesting a Lenovo Legion with an RTX 3070, though they appear to be unavailable.
ORIGIN PC | Gaming PCs, Gaming Laptops, Custom Builds
Tailored gaming laptops and PCs crafted with top-tier high-speed parts, enhanced processors, and liquid cooling solutions for your gaming setup.
www.originpc.com
I installed an AMD system, featuring a 5600x which outperforms the 10600k.
Case : ORIGIN Chronos with Mesh
Exterior Color : Black
Interior Lighting : No illumination
Current Special Offer : Complimentary US Ground Shipping on $50 value
Processors : AMD Ryzen 5 5600X 6-Core 3.7GHz (4.6GHz Maximum Boost)
Motherboard : ASRock B550M-ITX/ac
Memory : 16GB CORSAIR VENGEANCE 3000MHz (2x8GB)
System Cooling : CORSAIR H100i PRO XT RGB
System Fans : ORIGIN PC Maximum Fan Kit
Graphics Cards : NVIDIA 8GB GeForce RTX 3070
Operating System : MS Windows 10 Home
Operating System Drive : CORSAIR 1TB MP600 Gen4
RAID : Not applicable
Power Supply : 750 Watt CORSAIR SFX Series
The ORIGIN Difference : Delivering the Ultimate Gaming Experience
24/7 U.S Based Warranty : 1 Year Part Replacement with 45 Day Free Shipping
Free ORIGIN PC Accessories : ORIGIN PC T-Shirt
Size : Medium
Free ORIGIN PC Accessories : ORIGIN PC Mousepad
OriginPC, Maingear, DigitalStorm all provide international shipping, though quotes indicate this might be the case. Import duties may apply. I'm not familiar with any EU builders; usually they direct customers to UK builders, but many have ceased shipping to the EU because of Brexit.
Alright I'll check out these two builds.
I have som basic questions I'd like to ask as well.
In regards to Covid-19 are the prices higher on parts because of it?
How long will I be able to use either of these two builds before noticeable wear and tear begins? This is a large expenditure I've been saving up for. My honest wish is for it to be able to at least work for 10 years before anything is completely unusable. Is this workable?
Is it possible to use a USB stick to transfer games over to the new computer and it working? I have some custom configurations done on my current computer and I'd like for them to stay.
Edit - What about storage drives. Which SSD should I use or does it not matter?
The AMD build offers a stronger CPU yet falls short in the GPU area. Replacing GPUs is more common, so this should be kept in mind.
The pandemic contributed to the issue. Many factories supporting the PC sector experienced temporary closures or reduced operations.
Covid also increased remote gaming for a larger number of individuals.
Current silicon manufacturing capacity isn’t enough to satisfy all market needs.
New GPUs from Nvidia and AMD represent a notable advancement over older models, prompting many users to consider upgrades.
This year’s releases include consoles utilizing AMD APUs, which differs from the previous 5000 series APU era. Demand for GPUs remains high.
Taiwan’s ongoing shortage impacts production across industries.
DDR5 production is accelerating, prompting older fabrication plants to adapt their processes.
The situation continues to evolve...
Under heavy use, fans typically last between three to five years, which is a small cost compared to replacement. Using the system lightly can extend its lifespan significantly.
High-quality power supplies often come with ten-year warranties, usually lasting five to seven years, and may continue functioning well beyond that. (They also include fans.)
Graphics cards should be swapped out when they no longer support the desired game resolution and settings.
With consistent care, a computer can remain functional for up to ten years, though performance may not match expectations by then.
Enthusiasts generally replace their systems every three to four years, but seven years is more typical. A decade usually equates to purchasing premium hardware, which these builds don’t offer. (Still, the GPU is quite close.)
Steam libraries can be transferred with relative ease. Traditional installed programs are less flexible and may require re-installation.
The User State Migration Tool (or alternatives) can help move user profiles, including game settings for certain titles.
NVMe SSDs are currently the preferred standard. These drives connect directly to the motherboard without power or data cables, delivering exceptional speed. PCIe 3.0 offers up to 3.5GB/s transfer rates, while PCIe 4.0 provides even greater speeds. SATA 3 SSDs max out around 550MB/s, and hard drives reach approximately 200MB/s.
In practice, there’s minimal difference in user experience between PCIe 3.0 and 4.0 for storage unless you’re using multiple fast drives or high-speed networking (like 10Gbps). Games may load slightly faster with a quicker drive.
I've looked at the builds and they seem great. The only problem is the shipping and customs tax. The shipping and tax together comes around to 1000 USD rounded up. Which is way out of my budget.
I've been looking at the only Swedish site that sells computers that aren't a complete scam.
Could you guys take a look at these computers and the prices and tell me which one would be the best overall?
https://www.inet.se/produkt/1512031/taur...070-11700k
- 2 944,16 USD
The specifics are in Swedish, I hope it's not to big of a deal.
Intel
ProcessortypCore i7, (11700K)
ProcessorkylareCorsair Hydro H100x 240mm
Antal kärnor8 st
Antal trådar16 st
Hastighet3.6 GHz, 5 GHz Med turbo
Grafikkort
TillverkareNvidia
GrafikkortGeForce RTX 3070
Minne8 GB
Minne
Internminne16 GB
MinnestypDDR4, (Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 3200MHz)
Lediga minnesplatser2 st
Maximal minnesstorlek128 GB
Lagring
Primär lagringsenhet1 000 GB
Anslutningm.2 PCIe NVMe Gen 4 x4
Kommunikation
BluetoothJa, (5.2)
NätverkJa, (1st, 2.5 Gbit/s)
Trådlöst nätverkJa, (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Anslutningar
HDMI-utgångJa, (2st, 2.1)
DisplayPort-utgångJa, (3st, 1.4a)
USB 2.02 st
USB 3.0/3.1 Gen16 st, (varav 2st i fronten)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A2 st
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type C1 st
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type C1 st
Mått
Bredd210 mm
Djup395 mm
Höjd456 mm
Vikt16 kg
Övrigt
Optisk enhetNej
ModerkortASUS ROG STRIX Z590-F GAMING WIFI
LjudkortJa, (ROG SupremeFX)
Installerade fläktar1st 140mm fram & 1st 120mm bak
Nätaggregat750W, (Corsair RM)
FönstersidaJa
OperativsystemWindows 10 Home
Garanti3 år
Benchmarks
3DMark Time Spy13 246 poäng
3DMark Firestrike26 647 poäng
3DMark 1134 051 poäng
https://www.inet.se/produkt/1512035/taur...0-xt-5800x
- 2 648,31
TillverkareAMD
ProcessortypRyzen 7, (5800X)
ProcessorkylareCorsair Hydro H100x 240mm
Antal kärnor8 st
Antal trådar16 st
Hastighet3.8 GHz, 4.7 GHz Med turbo
Grafikkort
TillverkareAMD
GrafikkortRadeon RX 6700 XT
Minne12 GB
Minne
Internminne16 GB
MinnestypDDR4, (Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 3600MHz)
Lediga minnesplatser2 st
Maximal minnesstorlek128 GB
Lagring
Primär lagringsenhet1 000 GB, (Samsung 980 Pro)
Anslutningm.2 PCIe NVMe Gen 4 x4
Kommunikation
BluetoothNej
NätverkJa, (1st 10/100/1000 Mbit/s)
Trådlöst nätverkNej
Anslutningar
HDMI-utgångJa, (2st, 2.1)
DisplayPort-utgångJa, (2st, 1.4a)
USB 2.04 st
USB 3.0/3.1 Gen16 st, (varav 2st i fronten)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A2 st
Mått
Bredd210 mm
Djup395 mm
Höjd456 mm
Vikt16 kg
Övrigt
Optisk enhetNej
ModerkortGigabyte X570 AORUS ELITE
LjudkortJa, (Realtek ALC1220)
Installerade fläktar1st 140mm fram & 1st 120mm bak
Nätaggregat650W, (Corsair RM)
FönstersidaJa
OperativsystemWindows 10 Home
Garanti3 år
Benchmarks
3DMark Time Spy11 806 poäng
3DMark Firestrike30 617 poäng
3DMark 1134 696 poäng
https://www.inet.se/produkt/1511033/taur...070-10700k
- 2 531,41 USD
TillverkareIntel
ProcessortypCore i7, (10700K)
ProcessorkylareVattenkylning, (Corsair Hydro H100x)
Antal kärnor8 st
Antal trådar16 st
Hastighet3.8 GHz, 5.1 GHz Med turbo
Grafikkort
TillverkareNvidia
GrafikkortGeForce RTX 3070
Minne8 GB, (GDDR6)
Minne
Internminne16 GB
MinnestypDDR4, (Corsair VENGEANCE LPX 3200MHz)
Lediga minnesplatser2 st
Maximal minnesstorlek128 GB
Lagring
Primär lagringsenhet1 000 GB, (Kingston A2000)
Anslutningm.2 PCIe NVMe Gen 3 x4
Kommunikation
BluetoothJa, (5.0)
NätverkJa, (1st 10/100/1000 Mbit/s)
Trådlöst nätverkJa, (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Anslutningar
HDMI-utgångJa, (2st, 2.1)
DisplayPort-utgångJa, (2st, 1.4)
USB 2.02 st
USB 3.0/3.1 Gen17 st, (varav 2st i fronten)
USB 3.1 Gen2Ja, (1 st)
Mått
Bredd210 mm
Djup395 mm
Höjd456 mm
Vikt16 kg
Övrigt
Optisk enhetNej
ModerkortGigabyte Z490 GAMING X AX
LjudkortJa, (Realtek ALC1200)
Installerade fläktar1st 140mm fram & 1st 120mm bak
Nätaggregat650W, (Corsair RM)
FönstersidaNej
OperativsystemWindows 10 Home
Garanti3 år
Benchmarks
3DMark Time Spy13 173 poäng
3DMark Firestrike26 832 poäng
3DMark 1133 785 poäng
https://www.inet.se/produkt/1978430/acer...b-rtx-3080
-2 944,16 USD - Out of stock.
Intel
ProcessortypCore i7, (10700K)
Antal kärnor8 st
Antal trådar16 st
Hastighet3.8 GHz, 5.1 GHz Med turbo
Grafikkort
TillverkareNvidia
GrafikkortGeForce RTX 3080
Minne10 GB, (GDDR6X)
Minne
Internminne32 GB, (4x8GB)
MinnestypDDR4 UDIMM, (2933 MHz)
Maximal minnesstorlek64 GB
Lagring
Primär lagringsenhet1 TB, (SSD)
Anslutningm.2 PCIe NVMe Gen 3 x4 (2280), (1st ledig plats för m.2 PCIe NVMe Gen 3 x4 (2280) och1st ledig plats för HDD 2,5" eller 3,5")
Kommunikation
BluetoothJa, (5.1)
NätverkJa, (Killer™ E3100G 2,5G Ethernet)
Trådlöst nätverkJa, (Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax))
Anslutningar
VGA-utgångNej
HDMI-utgångJa, (1st, 2.0b)
DVI-utgångNej
DisplayPort-utgångJa, (3st)
USB 2.02 st
USB 3.0/3.1 Gen13 st
USB 3.1 Gen2Ja, (3st USB 3.2 Gen 2 varav 1st är Type C. Samtliga i fronten)
PS2-portNej
Mått
Bredd190 mm
Djup460 mm
Höjd443.6 mm
Övrigt
Optisk enhetNej
ModerkortIntel Z490
LjudkortJa, (DTS: X® Ultra)
Nätaggregat730W, (80+ Gold ATX)
OperativsystemWindows 10 Home
Garanti1 år
https://www.inet.se/produkt/2219423/asus...b-rtx-3080
-3 298,80 USD
TillverkareAMD
ProcessortypRyzen 7, (5800X)
Antal kärnor8 st
Antal trådar16 st
Hastighet3.8 GHz, 4.7 GHz Med turbo
Grafikkort
TillverkareNvidia
GrafikkortGeForce RTX 3080
Minne10 GB
Minne
Internminne32 GB, ((2 x 16GB))
MinnestypDDR4, (3200 MHz)
Lediga minnesplatser2 st
Maximal minnesstorlek64 GB
Lagring
Primär lagringsenhet1 TB, (SSD)
Sekundär lagringsenhet1 TB, (7200rpm HDD)
Anslutningm.2 PCIe NVMe Gen 3 x4 (2280)
Kommunikation
BluetoothJa, (5.0)
NätverkJa, (1 st 10/100/1000 Mbit/s)
Trådlöst nätverkJa, (Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax) 2x2)
Anslutningar
VGA-utgångNej
HDMI-utgångJa, (1st, 2.0b)
DVI-utgångNej
DisplayPort-utgångJa, (3st, 1.4)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A6 st
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C2 st
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A3 st
USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type C1 st
PS2-portNej
Mått
Bredd279 mm
Djup433 mm
Höjd501 mm
Vikt15 kg
Övrigt
Optisk enhetNej
ModerkortAMD X570
LjudkortJa, (SupremeFX S1220A CODEC)
Kortplatser3st PCIe 4 x16, 2st PCIe 4 x1, 2st m2 för SSD
KabinettATX
Nätaggregat750W, ((80 Plus Gold))
OperativsystemWindows 10 Home
ÖvrigtVattenkylning 240mm
Garanti1 år
Which one of these is the best for the price and parts you get? Also if there is an EU site for building computers that aren't UK considering Brexit then I'd love to check around on that site as well.
They all seem to be decent options.
i7 processors for the 10th and 11th generation.
Ryzen 7 5800X
240mm AIO cooling units
RTX 3070, RTX3080, 6700 XT, all high-end late models.
Corsair RM power supplies
NVMe SSDs (though it’s unclear why anyone would need a 980 Pro, which is quite costly)
The top pick among these is the most expensive combo – 5800X paired with RTX 3080 – though no cooler is listed. It supports 4K gaming.
Next up is the 5800X with a 6700 XT, offering solid 1440p performance and decent storage speed.
The third choice would be the 11700k with an RTX 3070, also suitable for 1440p gaming.
The most affordable setup is a solid system built with fewer premium components.