PC Buying Guide 2013 - Q4
- Thread starter Jaskanwar Singh
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warrior047
In the zone
Jaskanwar... Time for new Q1 2013 pc configs....
+1 for that........
shivakanth.sujit
Padawan
30k rig
My recommendation :-
Intel i3 3220 -7000
Gigabyte b75 dh3 - 4000
Gskill value ram 4gb - 1600
WD blue 500gb -3200
Sapphire hd 5450 -2000
CM elite 310 - 1800
Logitech mk200 -600
ASUS DVD writer-1000
Corsair 430v v2 -2600
Dell 22inch -7000
Total 30k
Shiva
d3p
PowerHouse
Few Suggestion :
1). We have Price related enquiry threads. Best, Cheap & availability related discussion mostly takes place.
2). We have Threads, where people debate upon each & every individual component selection. It includes components like Processor, Motherboard, RAM, HDD's, GPU & all the other peripherals possible.
3). We also have different section, where people share the After Sales Support related topics & experiences.
4). Above all the points, People also reserve rights to create a thread for their own requirements.
Keeping all the above things in mind, why creating another Thread about same Price Based Rigs. why not categorized the Rigs something like
1). Budget Office Rig [20k-35k]
2). Mid range Gaming cum Multimedia Rig [30k-45k]
3). HTPC [50k] - Low End DX11 GPU with High End Audio system.
4). Budget Gaming Rig. [60k - 70k]
5). High End gaming Rig. [70-100k]
6). Work Horse Server.[100k+]
shivakanth.sujit
Padawan
Cilus
laborare est orare
d3p, thanks for the suggestion. Actually your suggestion makes sense as this is going to be a reference section, not actual. Users can get a brief idea what they can get at their budget before starting their own thread for the suggestion. Could you post some suggestions for these? I want to update this thread as soon as possible.
shivakanth.sujit
Padawan
We can use the digit magazine killer rigs for reference, so those who don't buy the magazine can also use it for reference. Also as it is updated every month, we can save time and use it here , changing the config if necessary .
What do you say guys??
Shiva
What do you say guys??
Shiva
thetechfreak
Legend Never Ends
+1
I think we should get a completely new thread. This thread has become rather long now.
It actually is the other way around. I don't like the configs they recommended. I have given feedback on their feedback threads etc and some minor changes are made.
For that money our forum does provide lot better configurations.
Yea, I second that...I think they stick to the MRP not the MOP
shivakanth.sujit
Padawan
@cilius
Don't you think it is time to refresh all old sticky threads?? Was just browsing and saw that many of the stickies are around one year old. The " Best graphic cards for the money " is an example. Much of the info given is outdated. This thread is also an example. When I joined and came here I thought of checking this thread as a reference of my rig, but it turns out that the post was not working, meaning , that when I clicked the link, I was met with a post saying "updating.... " . I came after a week and it was same. When I saw the date of posting, I saw how old it is. Just as a request, can the mods please refresh them??
Shiva
Don't you think it is time to refresh all old sticky threads?? Was just browsing and saw that many of the stickies are around one year old. The " Best graphic cards for the money " is an example. Much of the info given is outdated. This thread is also an example. When I joined and came here I thought of checking this thread as a reference of my rig, but it turns out that the post was not working, meaning , that when I clicked the link, I was met with a post saying "updating.... " . I came after a week and it was same. When I saw the date of posting, I saw how old it is. Just as a request, can the mods please refresh them??
Shiva
d3p
PowerHouse
Well, i will surely post some good config for High End Gaming Rig [120k], Budget Gaming Rig [60-70k] & Mid Range Multimedia cum Gaming Rig [30k-45k].
For config of High End Server rig, i need some expert advice, since its quite sophisticated thing to choose.
Edit
Well... Being a So called FPS Gamer, I feel this should be the ideal config for a 120k worth Gaming Rig.
Intel High End Gaming Rig - Overclockable.
| Processor | Intel i5 3750k | 14,300 |
| After Market Cooler | Cooler Master Hyper 212X | 2,000 |
| Motherboard | Gigabyte Z77X UD3H | 12,000 |
| Memory | Gskill Ripjaws X 8GB (4GB x 2) 1600MHz CL9 | 3,500 |
| Graphics Card | Sapphire HD7870 2GB GDDR5 GHz Edition x 2 | 33,000 |
| Power Supply | Corsair TX 750 v2 | 6,800 |
| Cabinet | Corsair Carbide 400r | 4,500 |
| SSD | Samsung 840 Series 120GB | 6,200 |
| Internal Storage | Toshiba 1TB Sata III 7200rpm 32MB Cache | 4,100 |
| Optical Drive | Asus DRW 24B3ST DVD R/W | 1,000 |
| Monitor | Dell Ultrasharp U2312M | 13,500 |
| Keyboard | Razer Blackwidow 2013 Expert Mechanical Keyboard | 4,000 |
| Mouse | Logitech G400 Gaming Mouse | 1,600 |
| Mousepad | Steelseries Quick Mass (M-Size) | 600 |
| Headset | Razer Megalodon 7.1 USB | 8,000 |
| UPS | APC 1100VA | 5,200 |
| Total | 1,20,000 |
AMD High End Gaming Rig - Overclockable.
| Processor | AMD FX 8350 Octa Core | 12,050 |
| After Market Cooler | Cooler Master Hyper 212X | 2,000 |
| Motherboard | MSI 990FX-GD65 | 9,350 |
| Memory | Gskill Ripjaws X 8GB (4GB x 2) 1600MHz CL9 | 3,500 |
| Graphics Card | Sapphire HD7870 2GB GDDR5 GHz Edition x 2 | 33,000 |
| Power Supply | Corsair TX 750 v2 | 6,800 |
| Cabinet | Corsair Carbide 400r | 4,500 |
| SSD | Samsung 840 Series 120GB | 6,200 |
| Internal Storage | Toshiba 1TB Sata III 7200rpm 32MB Cache | 4,100 |
| Optical Drive | Asus DRW 24B3ST DVD R/W | 1,000 |
| Monitor | Dell Ultrasharp U2312M | 13,500 |
| Keyboard | Razer Blackwidow 2013 Expert Mechanical Keyboard | 4,000 |
| Mouse | Logitech G400 Gaming Mouse | 1,600 |
| Mousepad | Steelseries Quick Mass (M-Size) | 600 |
| Headset | Razer Megalodon 7.1 USB | 8,000 |
| UPS | APC 1100VA | 5,200 |
| Total | 1,15,400 |
Optional Upgrades Coming Soon...
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Xai
Journeyman
When it comes to Intel vs AMD, IMO, it should be clarified which is better in which terms. For example, from a pure gaming perspective, Intel (i5/i7) would be better - even if it is marginal in some cases. From an overall multipurpose and VFM aspect, AMD (FX8350) would be better.
Some people wouldn't care about the money, and would only want bleeding edge performance and quality. Others would go form the best VFM at their budget.
Some people wouldn't care about the money, and would only want bleeding edge performance and quality. Others would go form the best VFM at their budget.
shivakanth.sujit
Padawan
d3p
PowerHouse
Hmm..I guess this PC Buying thread never decides, which config is better & which config is VFM. Its just a pointer for reference, what config to get at given price for the following category..
Each & every individual requirements are different & this thread can't address those questionnaires. That's the main reason, we have a hardware section to debate aboutity about VFM & Performance related topics.
Xai
Journeyman
That is understandable.
However, often we see people on forums confused about whether to go for Intel or AMD. I admit, I used to be one of them. But, if I am not mistaken, the mantra for suggesting a gaming rig is to get a balanced rig with primary focus on a good GPU for the budget, without overly compromising on the other components. For this reason, I believe, the experts here recommend FX-8350 which in many cases performs as well as the i5/i7, (and sometimes even better) because that difference in price can be accommodated into a better GPU.
Since this is a reference section, it might be better to clarify which rig serves which general purpose (gaming, multi-tasking, video encoding, etc) which, of course, is subject to change in the future. For further details and specific requirements, users do always get to open new threads.
Just a suggestion. Either way, can't wait to have the guide back up
d3p
PowerHouse
That is understandable.
However, often we see people on forums confused about whether to go for Intel or AMD. I admit, I used to be one of them. But, if I am not mistaken, the mantra for suggesting a gaming rig is to get a balanced rig with primary focus on a good GPU for the budget, without overly compromising on the other components. For this reason, I believe, the experts here recommend FX-8350 which in many cases performs as well as the i5/i7, (and sometimes even better) because that difference in price can be accommodated into a better GPU.
Since this is a reference section, it might be better to clarify which rig serves which general purpose (gaming, multi-tasking, video encoding, etc) which, of course, is subject to change in the future. For further details and specific requirements, users do always get to open new threads.
Just a suggestion. Either way, can't wait to have the guide back up
May be you are right. I will take it forward & try to add the intention or reasoning behind the component selection for the different category of configs.
Thanks.
harshilsharma63
DIY FTW!
Basic / office rig : 25-30k
Multimedia cum gaming rig :35-40k
Mid range gaming :75-80k
High end gaming:1-1.3lakh
| Processor | A10 5800k | 8,200 |
| After Market Cooler | None | N/A |
| Motherboard | MSI FM2 A55M E33 | 3,500 |
| Memory | Corsair Value Select 1600 MHz 8 GB | 3,400 |
| Graphics Card | Integrated graphics | N/A |
| Power Supply | Corsair CX430V2 | 2,600 |
| Cabinet | iBall/Zebronics cabinet without PSU | 750 |
| SSD | None | N/A |
| Internal Storage | WD Blue 500 GB | 2,900 |
| Optical Drive | Asus DRW 24B3ST DVD R/W | 1,000 |
| Monitor | Dell IN2030 | 6,500 |
| Keyboard | logitech MK200 Combo | 700 |
| Mouse | Included in combo | N/A |
| Mousepad | None | N/A |
| Headset | None | N/A |
| UPS | None | N/A |
| Total | 29,550 |
Multimedia cum gaming rig :35-40k
| Processor | i3 3220 | 7,000 |
| After Market Cooler | None | N/A |
| Motherboard | Gigabyte B75M DH3 | 4,000 |
| Memory | Corsair Value Select 1600 MHz 4 GB | 1,900 |
| Graphics Card | Sapphire HD7850 2 GB | 13,000 |
| Power Supply | Corsair CX430V2 | 2,600 |
| Cabinet | iBall/Zebronics cabinet without PSU | 750 |
| SSD | None | N/A |
| Internal Storage | WD Blue 500 GB | 2,900 |
| Optical Drive | Asus DRW 24B3ST DVD R/W | 1,000 |
| Monitor | Dell ST2240L | 8,500 |
| Keyboard | logitech MK200 Combo | 700 |
| Mouse | Included in combo | N/A |
| Mousepad | None | N/A |
| Headset | None | N/A |
| UPS | None | N/A |
| Total | 42,350 |
Mid range gaming :75-80k
| Processor | FX 8350 | 11,500 |
| After Market Cooler | Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO | 2,200 |
| Motherboard | Asus M5A97 Evo R2.0 | 6,900 |
| Memory | G.Skill RipjawsX or Sniper 4 GB | 2,100 |
| Graphics Card | Sapphire HD 7950 Vapour-X 3 GB | 22,000 |
| Power Supply | Corsair TX 650V2 | 5,700 |
| Cabinet | Corsair 400R | 4,900 |
| SSD | None | N/A |
| Internal Storage | WD Blue 2 TB | 5,800 |
| Optical Drive | Asus DRW 24B3ST DVD R/W | 1,000 |
| Monitor | Dell ST2240L | 8,500 |
| Keyboard | Any gaming KB | 1,600 |
| Mouse | Any gaming mouse | 1,500 |
| Mousepad | Razer Goliath Fragged Omega | 500 |
| TIM | Arctic Silver 5 | 650 |
| UPS | APC 1 kVA | 4,800 |
| Total | 79,650 |
High end gaming:1-1.3lakh
| Processor | i7 3770k | 20,000 |
| After Market Cooler | Deepcool Assassin | 5,500 |
| Motherboard | Asus Maximus V Gene | 15,000 |
| Memory | G.Skill RipjawsX 1600MHz 8 GB | 3,800 |
| Graphics Card | Sapphire HD 7950 Vapour-X 3 GB CrossFire | 44,000 |
| Power Supply | Corsair TX 750V2 | 5,700 |
| Cabinet | Corsair 400R | 4,900 |
| SSD | Samsung 840 PRO 128 GB SSD | 6,200 |
| Internal Storage | WD Blue 2 TB | 5,800 |
| Optical Drive | Asus DRW 24B3ST DVD R/W | 1,000 |
| Monitor | Dell ST2440L | 12,000 |
| Keyboard | Any gaming KB | 1,800 |
| Mouse | Any gaming mouse | 1,500 |
| Mousepad | Razer Goliath Fragged Omega | 500 |
| TIM | Arctic Silver 5 | 650 |
| UPS | APC 1 kVA | 4,800 |
| Total | 1,33,150 |