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RE: Selecting new PC for dolphin - Ashen34 - 12-12-2013

(12-11-2013, 09:40 PM)admin89 Wrote: Why not ? i5 4670k is the fastest CPU for Dolphin right now
Zelda TP - Hyrule Field later part only - requirement is abit insane though . You may need to overclock i5 4670k to 4.2GHz to run that part full speed . That's why i include aftermarket cooler (Cooler Master) and aftermarket thermal compound (Arctic cooling) in the build
If the shipping cost was too much for you , you could check those components at your local store
If you know any local online shopping site , just show me , i can choose components through Google Translate
Okay sounds great, I am really getting into this and building my own PC.
However I have a couple of questions.
1. Shouldn't there be a new audio card? Or is this irrelevant?
2. If I want to buy a new box, is it necessary to also buy a dvd reader and a new audiocard? Or is this part of the box?
3. I was able to find the most important components, however in my country I could only find some alternatives, will these suffice:
- Internal harddisk: Kingston blu 4GB DDR3-1600MHz Kit
- Cooler Master cooler:
option 1 -Cooler Master Hyper TX3 EVO
option 2 - Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVo
option 3 - Cooler Master Hyper 412S

I think when I have these answers, the only thing left to do is learn how to built and do it.
THEN WE ARE GONNA PLAY ZELDA HAHA

RE: Selecting new PC for dolphin - Garteal - 12-12-2013

Admin built a very nice configuration for you and I simply put them in a shopping cart for you at Azerty (online PC webshop) with some slight changes here and there.
I'd recommend to purchase from the (web)stores in the Netherlands directly. There are more webshops, 4launch, 4allshop, mycom, alternate, etc, so feel free to check the prices on those sites as well.

With that out of the way, here's the configuration at Azerty. (€534 w/o shipping, €545 with)
Not everything is sadly in stock, but I could probably check and find a nice alternative if you want to get your build earlier.
Do you need a harddrive and case too?

You will be able to play all the games you've mentioned with this yes. But as Admin already mentioned, Hyrule Field (late game) will require you to overclock your CPU which won't be an issue with the CPU cooler I've added for you but you might still experience slowdowns here and there.

Quote:1. Shouldn't there be a new audio card? Or is this irrelevant?
You don't need one. The built-in sound-chip that comes with the motherboard is honestly enough for the vast majority.

Quote:2. If I want to buy a new box, is it necessary to also buy a dvd reader and a new audiocard? Or is this part of the box?
If you already have a DVD drive you can simply use that in your new build. Just make sure it's a SATA drive and not an IDE (you might still be able to use the IDE one, but the big cable it requires will make your cable management a mess)

Quote:3. I was able to find the most important components, however in my country I could only find some alternatives, will these suffice:
- Internal harddisk: Kingston blu 4GB DDR3-1600MHz Kit
- Cooler Master cooler:
option 1 - Cooler Master Hyper TX3 EVO
option 2 - Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVo
option 3 - Cooler Master Hyper 412S
I've changed these in the build I posted above. Personally I'd take Kingston branded memory since it has lifetime warranty, but the one I picked instead is also very good.

Quote:I think when I have these answers, the only thing left to do is learn how to built and do it.
It's really easy. Think of it like building something with lego's. Everything just fits where it belongs. Just make sure to follow the instructions in the motherboard manual and you'll be fine.

RE: Selecting new PC for dolphin - admin89 - 12-12-2013

I think he should have new case since the cooler is pretty big . It won't fit normal case , especially OEM case (Well , those Cooler Master cooler ain't small either Tongue )
As long as his old HDD doesn't use IDE but SATA connection , he can reuse it

RE: Selecting new PC for dolphin - Ashen34 - 12-12-2013

haha I am just laughing over here, because I can't believe that you guys are helping me so much.
It is really helpful for a newcomer if someone points him in the right direction.
Okay what should the size of a new box be?
And how do I know if its an SATA or IDE?
After this, I have to think when I am going to buy this, probably next week. Then I will build it as well.
And I guess you guys helped me enough to continue. Thank you and if you are interested I will keep you posted.

Quick edit: Will the a power supply also XFX PRO550W suffice?

RE: Selecting new PC for dolphin - admin89 - 12-12-2013

Google is your friend
[Image: sata-ide_lg.jpg]
UP : IDE
Down : SATA
You have to open your current PC to see .

RE: Selecting new PC for dolphin - Garteal - 12-12-2013

(12-12-2013, 02:00 AM)Ashen34 Wrote: Okay what should the size of a new box be?
A mid-tower is good enough. Here are the midtowers on Azerty so feel free to check around and see which ones you like. Don't skimp on the case as it plays a very important role in keeping your computer cool and quiet. Something like a Antec Three Hundred Two should be good. Don't forget to check out reviews and the like when deciding on a case. When you're in doubt, feel free to post here.

Quote:Quick edit: Will the a power supply also XFX PRO550W suffice?
Yes.