--------------------------BUDGET-------------------------------------------- What country are you buying in? UK__________ Not US/EU? please provide websites where we can shop ___________ [ ] I have access to in store Microcenter/Frys deals. [£1,200.00] My budget. [ ] before tax and shipping. - or - [x] after tax and shipping. [ ] I am OK with rebates to get to my target price recognizing I will pay more upfront.
---------------------------USAGE-------------------------------------------- This Computer is for: (check all that apply and list programs) [x] Games - GTA V, Just Cause 3, FSX_____________________________________ [ ] Gameplay streaming to Twitch, YouTube or similar. [ ] Photo/Video editing -________________________________________________ [ ] CAD, CFD/FEA, Engineering Simulations -________________________________ [ ] Server Duty/NAS -__________________________________________________ [ ] Program/Code development -_________________________________________ If more than one use, please specify percent time spent in each role.
--------------------------MONITORS--------------------------------------- Select ONE resolution/refresh for this computer: [x] < 1080p [ ] 1080p60Hz [ ] 1080p144Hz [ ] 1440p60Hz [ ] 1440p144Hz [ ] 4K 60Hz [ ] 5760x1080 - Triple Wide [x] I already own this monitor
--------------------------OVERCLOCKING--------------------------------- Do you have any interest in: [ ] overclocking CPU? - Very few games benefit from it. - Many workstation programs benefit from it. - There is risk of reduced data reliability and part life.
--------------------------ENVIRONMENT----------------------------------- What environment do you expect the Computer to live in? [ ] Hot [x] Dusty/Pets [ ] Always on [ ] Low noise [x] Normal
8-10 hours at a time Pets but low contact (they are scared on computers)
--------------------------PERIPHERALS------------------------------------ Which peripherals do you currently have? [x] Mouse - model logitech M310_____ [x] Keyboard - model logitech K520_______ [x] Headphones/speakers - model JVC (cheap pair)_____
Which peripherals do you currently need? [ ] Mouse - grip types: palm [ ], fingertip [ ], claw [ ], flawless sensor [ ]
[ ] Keyboard - mechanical [ ], quiet [ ], tenkeyless [ ], backlighting [ ]
[ ] Monitors/TVs - resolution ____ refresh rate _ size ____ [ ]
Headphones/speakers If you require headphones, what is your preferred form factor (over ear, on ear, or in ear)? Do you have a preferred sound signature? What genres do you prefer to listen to, and do you require isolation?
--------------------------OPERATING SYSTEM----------------------------- Need Windows? Which one (if you care) 7 [x], 7 pro [ ], 8.1 [ ], 10 [ ] Do you have access to DreamSpark or a similar program that allows you to get an OS for a reduced price/free? [no]
---------------------------INTERNET--------------------------------------- [x] I have a wired internet connection that can connect to this computer. [ ] I have access to my router/modem, and could use Powerline Adapters [ ] I need wireless connectivity.
---------------------------OP's PARTS------------------------------------- Do you have any components already in your possession which can be used in this build? [no]