We need a computer for homework plus mine craft for son who wants to be the next Stampy. Would this do the job or do I need to get anything extra as have also got older gaming mad son.
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ayeup1
5 Aug 164#26
Any need to be so rude?
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djbenny1
5 Aug 16#1
Don't know what Stampy is but this is mega overkill for homework and Minecraft.
From earlier comments looks like there's no OS, so you'll need to get Windows or Linux, and there won't be a keyboard, mouse or screen included.
rowlystravel
5 Aug 16#2
If I have a pro msdn subscription I can just use a download and Windows key from there can't I?
rowlystravel
5 Aug 16#3
Dragonchris I wasn't trying to reply to you there!! Don't know what happened. Stupid fat thumbs on small mobile screen!!
Tinytinks
5 Aug 16#4
Graham1979
5 Aug 161#5
So your not very impressed but are you just normal impressed is the question?
fzurro
5 Aug 16#6
Ahh. Thanks
marc0523
5 Aug 161#7
Those tax rebates are brilliant aren't they?
I know it isn't actually a gift and is really my own money but I still feel like I am getting a present from HMRC.
JamesSinden
5 Aug 16#8
Question on the VR ready... Anyone have more information on this aspect as I'm looking for a VR ready pc for vive/oculus but waiting until the right price appears... This looks interesting !? Thanks
ferreirm
5 Aug 16#9
This will work fine for both the Vive and Oculus, this is really a good price for the specs. My grphics card is a gtx 970, so not as good as this one and my Vive works perfectly.
hcc27
5 Aug 16#10
This would do admirably and then some, even if your kid has aspirations of being in Child Genius.
LordAlu
5 Aug 16#11
It should meet the minimum/capable level for VR just fine. I have an i5-3570K and an RX480, which is slightly less powerful than this system, and it runs my Vive fine for me.
docr
5 Aug 162#12
Oh God forgive me! I don't want to click on the checkout button. Damn I did!
montana78
5 Aug 161#13
If it's only for gaming you won't need more than i5. You should rather use the extra money to get better gpu like 1070 or 1080 :smiley:
wonkypops
5 Aug 16#14
Must... resist.. pressing the link...
MBeeching
5 Aug 16#15
Case is mATX as far as I know.
LukeStone
5 Aug 16#16
Thanks!
roloboy
5 Aug 16#17
anyone know if its possible to install Mac OS with this config?
Wulfram
5 Aug 16#18
Probably a stupid question, but where does the DVD drive go on this?
fleming222
5 Aug 161#19
It's the graphics card that has 6GB of DDR5 memory. Misleading title really.
skarmachild
5 Aug 16#20
windows 10, buy it?! LOL. no srs its really cheap atm.
but the fact this doesnt come with built in wifi is kinda sketch :/
The case doesn't support 5.25" drives so you would need an external DVD drive
derp1664
5 Aug 161#28
Very close in performance (basically equal) but the 1060 draws considerably less power
Wulfram
5 Aug 161#29
It says a DVD drive is included though. Bit worrying if that is false.
LordAlu to Wulfram
5 Aug 16#30
Whilst the case doesn't support 5.25" drives, the website itself specifies that it comes with a DVD drive.
It's probably a mistake though and I agree with derp1664 that it probably doesn't come with one and you'd need to buy an external one.
derp1664 to Wulfram
5 Aug 16#32
I won't lie.. I didn't even look at the link, my bad :smile:
Was just replying because I'm familiar with these cases.
I assume they are either including a USB DVD drive (which seems unlikely) or it's a mistake.
jakeythesnake
5 Aug 16#33
Knock knock, ArmA 3's calling.
jez794
5 Aug 162#34
just spoke to their sales dept, DVD drive is a mistake will need an external
derp1664
5 Aug 161#35
Arma 3 is just poorly optimised though :stuck_out_tongue:
Rambojambo21
5 Aug 16#36
The Graphics card is 6GB DDR5
DragonChris
5 Aug 161#37
No sweat :smiley: But yes, I believe you certainly can download the key from MSDN, enjoy you lucky duck!
I'm borderline impressed, it's a decent build but needs the SSD to get the full bang for your buck (250 Samsung Evo will do the job nicely, and you could add the Seagate 2TB for document storage). However, this brings the cost to ~£700 off the bat. If nothing else, please add the SSD, you will regret it if you don't.
I would expect this machine would suit most people ITT :smiley: Solid for gaming and overkill for everyday word documents and web browsing :smiley:
DragonChris
5 Aug 161#38
Sorry folks, when I
I can't edit the OP to update the thread, sorry folks if this continues to mislead.
msmyth
5 Aug 161#39
Removed DVD Drive DragonChris. Just give me a PM or use the report button if you need any updates :smiley:
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From earlier comments looks like there's no OS, so you'll need to get Windows or Linux, and there won't be a keyboard, mouse or screen included.
I know it isn't actually a gift and is really my own money but I still feel like I am getting a present from HMRC.
but the fact this doesnt come with built in wifi is kinda sketch :/
http://www.tonymacx86.com/
It's probably a mistake though and I agree with derp1664 that it probably doesn't come with one and you'd need to buy an external one.
Was just replying because I'm familiar with these cases.
I assume they are either including a USB DVD drive (which seems unlikely) or it's a mistake.
I'm borderline impressed, it's a decent build but needs the SSD to get the full bang for your buck (250 Samsung Evo will do the job nicely, and you could add the Seagate 2TB for document storage). However, this brings the cost to ~£700 off the bat. If nothing else, please add the SSD, you will regret it if you don't.
I would expect this machine would suit most people ITT :smiley: Solid for gaming and overkill for everyday word documents and web browsing :smiley:
I can't edit the OP to update the thread, sorry folks if this continues to mislead.