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Posted on 11/19/2024 5:57:15 AM PST by sit-rep
Greetings,
I dabble extensively in video and graphics and my current laptop is showing signs of fatigue big time so its time to think of my next machine.
I want to go the gaming computer route with possibly 2 processors and at least 128gb(more if I can). I want to get into more 3D graphics as well and my current app Blender starts lagging big time after 30 or so objects stacked. So, that being said, I have no clue where to start or where to buy. searching the net is just overwhelming and ya have no clue who is legit, and who is full of...
btt!
If you go with a pc, A couple of points to keep in mind when looking for a “future-proof” pc,
1: thunderbolt 5 is a out to come out which triples the speed of file transfers and such- right now they have thunderbolt 4 which is around 40 gb a second read speed, which is no slouch, but thunderbolt 5 is said to deliver 120 gb- I don’t think it’s out yet though, but should be soon
2: make sure there are a couple of the faster USB 3.2 20 gb ports- this will speed up file transfers quite a bit too over the older USB types
If money is no object, get the fastest ram your motherboard can support- some is ddr5 @ about 3000, while the faster type is up around 7500 or so. No5 sure how much diff it makes, but again, if you’re looking for a “future-proof” machine, night wanna get th3 faster stuff incase future programs need it.
Im reading that intel 9,processors run pretty hot and require large power supply unit- might want to think about liquid cooling if you are going to be running the processor hard.
IF money really is not an issue, the falcon computers are top notch, using quality parts compared to budget pc makers- but they are expensive. I checked out their site just for giggles the other day, but didn’t see any mention of Thunderbolt- might wanna contact them and ask about it, see if they are available.
Long time system builder here. I would stick with an ASUS motherboard and Corsair for Ram and your Power supply. Intel or AMD is a toss-up but cooling is important and All in One watercooling systems are now inexpensive, easy to install and very reliable. Nvidia for your graphics.
For your O/S I would still go with Windows 11 for maximum compatibility for the programs you want to run as well as ease of use. There are hundreds of YouTube videos showing you how to do anything you might need to do as well as videos showing you how to streamline and remove unnecessary bloat. A couple hours of research and Windows 11 can be made to behave and run like a champ. Linux will require a lot more time to learn...
I spend about 20 or so hours a week playing around. recently downloaded CapCut. its fun but that even runs slow and stutters on heavier projects. I wanna do anything I wanna do and not have to deal with lag! I work hard and when its play time, I dont wanna deal with incompetence!! :P
“Get a distro that supports your hardware.”
That would be in the Kernel. And Kernels can be swapped out in Linux.
Wait until January when new GPUs are released and the AMD 9800x3d drops in price. Or get the 9950x3d (assuming it’s a great as everyone suspects).
Right now is NOT a good time to buy.
I hear ya, I’m getting there too- I’m actuslly looking for a powerful pc now, but mostly want the speed updates that USB 3.2 and even USB 4 provide, as well as thunderbolt 4- i might wait though till next year’s black friday in the hopes that thunderbolt 5 is out- its gonna be a massive improvement. I did photography and have 10’s of 1000’s of which takes me days to Tra safer to backup drives now with the slow USB 2 tech. It’s just painfully slow. Plus everything is moving to windows 10 and above as far as compatibility goes, so my windows 7 won’t be able to use many new programs anymore, which is why I’m looking for new rig now.
Thanks to ShadowAce and SunkenCiv for the pings!
There is a business in my city that custom builds laptops and desktops. Maybe there is something like that in your city?
ive been looking, but I have a trust problem in this day and age... and as stated above, no where near qualified to do it myself.
Dell can build you a mighty fine computer and it will have a warranty.
For sure you need an nVidia GPU with at least 12 gig of ram in it.
Try Computer Shopper!........ 🤔
12 gig!?? dunno if I can afford that much! lol...
It’s pricey on an nVidia GPU
i assumed the 12 gig was a typo, or did i just egg my own face. I was planning on at least 128gb of RAM. oure talking 12 gig... as in 12 gb or is 12 gig a classification im un aware of?
My only games are Freecell, a crossword app, and rarely, a “Battleship”-style game.
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My pleasure. I’m going to enjoy this discussion, but I’ve put on protective eyewear. :^)
Just curious. You are planning on going with a desktop tower, aren't you? I can't imagine how you can get 128 GB (or more) in a laptop.
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