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Not sure if you're perhaps misunderstanding the offer and advice available here. The volunteers will happily put together a spec for you with all the considerations offered. I would think it would be far easier to use the experienced folks to give you a starting point to then ask questions on...

Hi there, This support forum is for PCS customers looking to purchase PCs through their configurator. If it's a self build project you will need to head over to an open forum such as Toms hardware. Couple of things to note on your journey, if by 2k you are referencing 1440p when I would stick...

Many people are having similar issues with Intel products. There are stability issues and heat issues. You are most certainly not alone. I believe the stance will be the combination of components are running within margin of what they would expect to run like. The only exception I can think of...

Just to highlight this part. You typically won't get that from a promotion or sales advert, this is fairly true with all things custom. As said, to get a truly thought out system catering to your needs...... you need independent advice, don't look to sales for anything but sales (that goes for...

I want to try and manage your expectations a little. The system isn't over-heating. It's thermal throttling, they are different things. Thermal throttling is a product of the cooling solution and the output of the CPU. This isn't a malfunction, it's a design intent. There are very few coolers...

Just one consideration that popped into my head regarding the current spec. Is the fan noise quite high? I would expect it to be very high during those sustained loads. Just thinking that if it isn't then it may need configured with a custom fan curve to try and keep things in check.

The system is compatible, it's just not what we would recommend. Every review for the 14900K (and similar) had reviews stating thermal throttling with everything other than the beefiest of 360mm coolers. The system temperatures in stress are in line with what I would expect from the system...

It was off a cliff when it came out. I think the disconnect is due to the reasons for the negative though. The critics will be critiquing the game base, likely with a mention of stability/queue times etc. The gaming community will review based on their experience regardless of gameplay and...

GF was going to get me it for Chrimbo, I'm thinking I might change my mind :LOL:

I would opt for the 7700 over the 7700X, it's a better value chip and there will be no noticeable performance difference. It'll run cooler too, it's just better optimised all around with no down side. I wouldn't bother with the extra case fan, PCS will include one free if it's needed (it...

Do you expect to play them competitively? Top 1% in the world sort of level? If not, you're not going to be able to notice the difference. It's snake oil to the masses with bigger numbers. If you're at 60hz and you are offered 144hz.... this is more frames. If you're at 144hz and offered...

Managed to get the SN850X for £119. Sneaky as when I clicked on the product itself it was up at £137, I had to click the "Buy now" from a different page to get it for that price.

Was about to say, I'm a millennial (depending on the list though, some state GenX as above).. surely you mean the GenZ or above :ROFLMAO:

Depending on the future upgrade considerations he may want to opt for the 1200w PSU rather than the 750w. In between is pointless as they aren't ATX3.1 (Current standard). The 750w will cover in and around the 4070(maybe Ti) range, anything above that would want the 1200w PSU. It's a pain to...

For a spec, there isn't too much to tweak but here are some adjustments I would make while staying within. Case LIAN LI LANCOOL 215 GAMING CASE Processor (CPU) AMD Ryzen 7 7700 Eight Core CPU (3.8GHz-5.3GHz/40MB CACHE/AM5) Motherboard ASUS® TUF GAMING B650-PLUS WIFI (AM5, DDR5, PCIe 4.0, Wi-Fi...

Ahh that's a bit of a shame. Is there any reason for the jump from console? The reason I ask is that the system listed, and inside £1500, isn't going to get close to the likes of a PS5 for gaming. There's a bit more freedom with a PC of course, but the PC definitely doesn't hit the value...

I would advise against looking at 1080p in honesty. The budget is the limitation in that regard, but aiming for 250hz+ is a strange consideration and makes me think that he may be buying into the snake oil of FPS. Consoles are typically 60fps, jumping to 120/144hz is where it's at. If there's no...

That's actually insane value. Not so long ago £250 was getting you a basic gaming spec, that's proper top end!

So it's launched today and it's been a disaster. Some of the live streams are hilarious, playing Minecraft n stuff as the game won't load. Many issues all server related. Not surprising I guess but just shows noone seems to learn, or they don't care about the release issues knowing they will...

Link to change username, if the box highlighted by Tony isn't there then I guess it will take more time/posting. You could always contact one of the Admin if you feel it's for security reasons though. https://www.pcspecialist.co.uk/forums/account/account-details