Resolved: Assistance required regarding specific components.
Resolved: Assistance required regarding specific components.
Greetings. I'm assembling my initial computer and would appreciate some guidance.
Here’s a list of the components I've acquired:
i3-8100 3.6Ghz processor
Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 with 3GB of VRAM
Gigabyte B360M DS3H motherboard
Deepcool Tesseract BF atx cooler
Cooler Master 550W power supply unit
2 x Ballistic Sport 2GB DDR4 at 2400MHz RAM
1TB Seagate hard drive
120GB Kingston SSD
The total cost for these components is approximately 670€.
I have a few inquiries regarding my build:
1. Will the i3-8100 processor significantly limit the performance of my GTX 1060 in games such as PUBG, GTA V, or Assassin's Creed Origins?
2. I’ve noticed that my RAM is being fully utilized – is this a cause for concern?
3. I’m uncertain about the suitability of my power supply unit; is it adequate, and can I connect both the hard drive and SSD to it? My options are limited as I cannot source Seasonic, EVGA, or Corsair PSUs locally.
4. Do you have any suggestions for improvements? Specifically, would you advise replacing the case or PSU if I could locate suitable alternatives within my country?
My total budget is 700€, and I currently intend to spend 670€ on this build. I am located in Moldova, which may be relevant.
Thank you very much for your assistance!
This represents a reasonably harmonious combination, though games such as PUBG may benefit from increased processing power, cores, and threads.
Generally, memory is either compatible or it isn't. If you can verify functionality before purchasing and it operates successfully, then there shouldn’t be any issues.
Could you specify the exact model of power supply unit? I don't consider Corsair’s 550W offerings to be particularly superior presently, although some are acceptable. Availability and pricing will influence the decision. For a 700 EUR budget, I'd allocate approximately 10% to the power supply—roughly 70 EUR / 1400 Leu. SeaSonic units are obtainable in Moldova; they utilize older technologies, but exhibit dependable quality...
"Is the i3-8100 going to limit the graphics card performance in games like PUBG, GTA V, and Assassin's Creed Origins?"
"I believe the processor and graphics card will perform adequately together."
“Am I experiencing an issue because my RAM is being utilized?”
"As long as it operates correctly, the fact that your RAM is in use isn’t a concern. Memory doesn't typically degrade over time."
“I’m uncertain regarding the power supply unit – is this a suitable PSU, and can I connect both my hard drive and solid-state drive to it? There are no Seasonic, Evga, or Corsair PSUs available.”
“Usually, I would recommend Seasonic or Corsair… however, since they aren't an option... based on what I’ve learned and read... Coolermaster units are generally regarded as acceptable."
“Can I connect both the hard drive and solid-state drive to it?”
"Yes”
It presents a reasonably harmonious combination, though games like PUBG may necessitate more processing power if additional CPU cores and threads are accessible.
Generally, RAM either functions effectively or it doesn't. If you can verify compatibility before purchasing and it operates successfully, any issues are nonexistent.
Could you specify the exact model of your power supply? While Cooler Master doesn’t currently produce exceptionally outstanding 550W units, they do offer some acceptable options. Availability and pricing can vary depending on your location. To determine a suitable investment, I would allocate approximately 10% of your budget—roughly 70 EUR or 1400 Leu—to the PSU. SeaSonic units are available in Moldova; although they utilize older technologies, they consistently demonstrate dependable performance.
These models are all fully equipped to support that system—I would suggest one of the 520W models due to their slight cost advantage.
Modifications are always possible. I would personally explore a Ryzen setup—either an R5 1600 or R5 2600, contingent on pricing.