03-02-2017, 08:59 PM
As noted, the 32GB RAM (assuming 4 X 8GB) is a plus, and the proc swap to the 3.46GHz is of little, if any real value over a 3.33GHz which would've saved at least $50 on the upgrade (and maybe gotten you a little better counteroffer). Mediocre GPU, and the HDD is a non-issue. It's in the fair range for what it is, but I'd rather get a 3.33GHz and a better GPU for that money. You're still gonna need/want PCIe access to a SSD, so you'll need to throw another $200, or so, minimum, at a rig that doesn't have it.
If you buy C(-)ris's MP, you'll need to throw about $100 in RAM (or more, depending on desired stick size), but at least it's got 8 slots instead of 4. If you want to do a proc upgrade, it'll cost double, but it will really scream. Still have GPU and SSD issues. If you score one of anony's $400 base machines and trick it out, the results are gonna be the same; you'll end up spending $1100 - $1300 for your butt-kicking rig.
I don't think there are any real secrets here, except *maybe* finding a machine that already has an upgraded GPU, as that will likely be of the most benefit to you; and by already being installed will probably save you the most in upgrade costs... Not sure how much effort you're willing to go to in selling off any old components to subsidize the overall cost, but the path is the path, and many of us here have done it. Good luck.
Also, I'm not sure if there's a way to tell how robust the PSU is, or how much that 3.46GHz proc may have zapped it, depending on its cooling setup (environment, fan settings, etc.), but it's something to be aware of.
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If you buy C(-)ris's MP, you'll need to throw about $100 in RAM (or more, depending on desired stick size), but at least it's got 8 slots instead of 4. If you want to do a proc upgrade, it'll cost double, but it will really scream. Still have GPU and SSD issues. If you score one of anony's $400 base machines and trick it out, the results are gonna be the same; you'll end up spending $1100 - $1300 for your butt-kicking rig.
I don't think there are any real secrets here, except *maybe* finding a machine that already has an upgraded GPU, as that will likely be of the most benefit to you; and by already being installed will probably save you the most in upgrade costs... Not sure how much effort you're willing to go to in selling off any old components to subsidize the overall cost, but the path is the path, and many of us here have done it. Good luck.
Also, I'm not sure if there's a way to tell how robust the PSU is, or how much that 3.46GHz proc may have zapped it, depending on its cooling setup (environment, fan settings, etc.), but it's something to be aware of.
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