Trying to figure out the best fan setup for my PC and keep seeing people say intake fans should be stronger than exhaust, but others say it doesnt really matter that much. My case has space for a few fans in the front and some at the top and rear, so im not sure how to balance everything. Should I aim for more air coming in than going out to get positive pressure, or is having equal intake and exhaust better? Also does fan size and RPM matter more than the actual number of fans? I dont wanna just fill every slot with fans if its not gonna improve temps much lol. Dust is another thing im trying to avoid since my room gets dusty pretty quick and cleaning the PC all the time sounds annoying. Would having stronger intake fans help with that, assuming the case has dust filters? And if I add a GPU later that runs pretty hot, would I need to change the whole fan setup again? Just trying to get a decent airflow setup without spending money on a bunch of fans I probably dont need. What do you guys usually aim for when setting up intake and exhaust, especially for a normal gaming PC?

Fake rumor about bad Intel Nova Lake gaming performance, why does Kopite7kimi treat Intel so unfairly?

Building a PC soon and honestly I care more about it being quiet than getting crazy performance. Mostly gonna use it for gaming, browsing and everyday stuff, nothing too extreme. What parts should I focus on to keep the noise down? Is it mainly about getting better fans and a good CPU cooler, or does the GPU and case make a big difference too? Also wondering if going with a lower power build is worth it for less noise, dont wanna spend extra on parts that barely help lol.

Hi team. I hope this group can help me look good to my girl.

I'm not new to PC building, I've built many from scratch. But I've never cloned a hard drive to update to a larger drive.

I recently (12months ago) built a new PC for my girlfriend to update her to Win11. But I used her old 256gb NVMe drive. Sadly now it is apparently not large enough to run windows 11 and the latest World of Warcraft update. I am waiting for the delivery of a new larger drive I've purchased to clone her setup. But I've never done this in windows.

Can anyone recommend for me a step by step flawless method/guide to achieve a flawless clone to the new, larger NVMe drive so I don't break my girls setup and make her game updates possible.?

Thanks in advance. 😉

Found a refurbished desktop with pretty decent specs for way less than buying new, but not sure if it's worth the risk. Never bought a refurbished PC before and kinda worried it might have hidden issues or parts that are already near the end of their life. Do sellers actually test these things properly or just clean them up and resell them? Also, how much does the warranty matter when buying refurbished? I'd mainly use it for gaming, browsing and everyday stuff. Anyone here bought one and had a good experience, or is it better to just save up for a new build?

My PC has been running fine lately, but I started wondering what happens if the SSD just randomly dies one day. I've always heard that hard drives can make clicking noises or show other signs before they fail, but SSDs dont have moving parts so I'm guessing they can just stop working out of nowhere?

I've got Windows, games, photos and a bunch of personal files all on the same drive right now. Losing the games wouldnt be a huge deal since I can reinstall them, but losing my photos and other stuff would honestly suck. I dont have a proper backup setup either, just a few files saved on a USB stick.

The SSD is a couple years old and I havent noticed any slowdowns, crashes or weird errors so far. Still, I'm not sure if that actually means anything or if it could be close to dying without me knowing. I also dont really check its health or anything like that because I never had a reason to.

Can an SSD suddenly become completely unreadable with no warning at all? Or do they usually show signs like slower loading times, freezing, corrupted files or Windows errors before they finally give up?

Also wondering if checking the drive's health with something like CrystalDiskInfo is enough to catch problems early, or if even a drive showing 100% health can fail the next day. Not trying to overthink it, just wanna avoid losing everything because I ignored something obvious.

Do you guys replace SSDs after a certain number of years, or just keep using them until something goes wrong? And whats the easiest way to back up important files without spending a ton of money?

Замовляв комп’ютер у Compik.Pro. Під час замовлення я чітко вказав, що хочу GTX 1660 Ti, але в результаті отримав GTX 1660 SUPER. Також були затримки з відправленням.
Коли комп’ютер нарешті приїхав, виявилося, що у відеокарти відпав вентилятор. Я звернувся до магазину, щоб вирішити проблему, але згодом мені перестали відповідати на повідомлення.
Окрема проблема — гарантія. Відкривати корпус комп’ютера заборонено, оскільки це може призвести до втрати гарантії. При цьому я заздалегідь говорив, що планую замінити SSD, але мене не попередили про такі обмеження.
Також мені повідомили, що за приймання та ремонт несправного товару потрібно заплатити приблизно 1000 грн або більше. Особливо обурює те, що ці витрати можуть вимагати навіть тоді, коли проблема виникла не з вини покупця, а через несправність товару, отриманого від продавця.
У результаті я опинився в ситуації, коли комп’ютер приїхав із пошкодженою відеокартою, самостійно усунути проблему я не можу через гарантійні обмеження, а магазин не відповідає на мої звернення.
Я вважаю, що покупець не повинен залишатися сам на сам із такою проблемою після придбання комп’ютера. Очікую нормального зворотного зв’язку та вирішення питання.
Маю фотографії пошкодження та скриншоти листування.
Чи були в інших покупців подібні ситуації з Compik.Pro? Чи доводилося вам додатково платити за приймання або ремонт несправного товару? Чи вдалося домогтися ремонту, заміни комплектуючих або повернення коштів?

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My PC takes a while to fully load after turning it on, and I noticed there's a bunch of apps running in the background right from startup. Stuff like Discord, Steam, Spotify and a few other programs I barely use. Wondering if disabling some of these would actually make Windows boot faster or if the difference is barely noticeable.

I'm kinda worried about turning off something important by mistake tho. There are some apps in the startup list that I don't really recognize, and Windows doesn't exactly explain what all of them do lol. Don't wanna mess something up just trying to make my PC a bit faster.

Does disabling startup apps stop them from working completely, or does it just mean I have to open them manually when I need them? And are there certain things I should always leave enabled, like antivirus or audio drivers?

The PC isn't super slow once everything loads, it's mainly those first couple minutes after booting that feel kinda annoying. Also got 16GB RAM if that makes any difference.

What's the best way to figure out which startup apps are safe to disable? Is there any downside to turning most of them off and only keeping the important stuff running? Would appreciate some advice before I start randomly clicking things in Task Manager.

Looking for a better audio setup for my PC without spending a ton of money, and wondering if those cheap desktop soundbars are actually any good. My monitor speakers sound pretty bad, especially when watching videos or playing games, but I don't really need some crazy expensive audiophile setup either.

I've seen a bunch of budget soundbars online for pretty cheap, but the reviews are kinda mixed. Some people say they're a big upgrade over regular speakers, while others say they're basically just laptop speakers in a different shape lol. Not sure what to believe.

Mainly using my PC for gaming, YouTube, music and watching movies sometimes. I play different types of games, so decent sound and being able to hear what's happening clearly would be nice, but I'm not expecting some huge cinema experience from a cheap bar.

Also, do these things usually connect through USB, Bluetooth or the regular 3.5mm audio jack? Is one connection better than the others for desktop use? And are the really cheap ones worth buying at all, or would a basic pair of bookshelf speakers be a better option for the same price?

Anyone using a budget soundbar on their desk? Curious how it sounds after using it for a while.

Planning to buy one soon and trying to figure out if spending more now will save me money in the long run. I mostly wanna play new games at 1080p or 1440p with decent FPS, dont need everything maxed out. Would a solid build last around 6-7 years with maybe a GPU upgrade somewhere down the line, or is that being too optimistic? Also wondering if older PCs usually start having hardware problems with age or if they can keep working fine as long as you take care of them.

Got around $600 to get a whole PC setup together and not really sure if thats enough or if I'm being too optimistic here lol. I mean EVERYTHING, not just the computer itself. Need the tower, monitor, keyboard, mouse, basically all the stuff needed to actually start using it.

I'm not expecting some crazy high end gaming machine or anything, just something decent that can run games without struggling too much. Mostly interested in games like Fortnite, Minecraft, GTA V and some other popular titles. Would be nice if I could play newer games too, even if I have to lower the settings a bit.

I've been looking at prebuilt PCs and some used gaming computers, but honestly the prices are all over the place and I have no clue whats actually a good deal. Building one myself seems like it might save money, but then I still gotta buy the monitor and all the other accessories, which is where things get tricky.

Also not sure if I should focus most of the budget on the actual PC and get cheap peripherals for now, or try to balance everything out. I don't wanna spend all the money and end up with a system that can barely run anything.

Would buying used parts be worth considering at this budget? And is it realistic to get something decent that won't need upgrading immediately?

Any build suggestions or advice on how you'd split the $600 would be appreciated. Just trying to get the best performance possible without wasting money on stuff I don't really need right now.

Picking a power supply for my first proper PC build and kinda stuck on the wattage part. I see people recommending 650W, 750W and even 850W for gaming PCs, and its hard to tell how much power is actually necessary.

The parts I'm looking at are a Ryzen CPU, an RTX graphics card, 32GB RAM, 2 SSDs and around 4 case fans. I mostly wanna game on it, maybe do some other stuff like editing videos later. I haven't ordered anything yet so I can still change the build if needed.

How do you guys work out the wattage before buying a PSU? Do you calculate the power draw of each component separately or just use one of those online calculators? I've tried looking at a few calculators but not sure if the results are accurate, especially since I dont know if they account for sudden power spikes from the GPU.

Also wondering if buying a higher wattage PSU actually makes a difference to power consumption. Like if I get an 850W unit but my PC only needs around 500W while gaming, will it use more electricity just because the PSU is rated for 850W?

I wanna get something reliable that'll last through future upgrades without spending money I dont need to. Whats the easiest way to figure out the right wattage?

Keyboard works totally fine when I enter BIOS, but as soon as Windows starts it stops responding. Can't type my password or do anything on the login screen. Thought the keyboard died at first but it clearly works before Windows loads so now I'm confused lol.

Tried unplugging it and plugging it back in, also tested different USB ports but no luck. It's a regular USB keyboard, nothing fancy. Mouse still works fine and Windows seems to boot normally, just can't use the keyboard once it gets there.

Does this usually mean something is wrong with Windows itself, like a driver issue or some setting messing things up? Or could it be a USB problem that only happens after startup? I really dont wanna reinstall Windows and lose my stuff if there's an easier fix.

Anyone had this happen before? What's the easiest thing to try first if I can't even type my password to get into Windows? Can I fix it from BIOS or do I need to use recovery mode somehow? Any help appreciated cause I'm kinda stuck right now.

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Thinking about getting a new laptop and noticed some models have touchscreen versions for a bit more money. Is it actually useful or just one of those features that seems cool at first and then you never use it lol? Mainly gonna use it for browsing, watching videos, studying and basic everyday stuff. I can see how touching the screen might be handy sometimes, especially for scrolling or zooming in on things, but not sure if it's worth paying extra for. Does it make the laptop more convenient or would you rather save the money?

Thinking about buying a 16-inch laptop, but not sure if I'm underestimating how bulky its gonna be to carry around. I like having a bigger screen since I usually keep a few apps open at once, and I feel like working on a larger display would be way more comfortable. The problem is I wont always be using it at home, so I'll need to put it in my backpack and take it with me pretty often. Mostly for studying, browsing, getting work done and maybe watching something while I'm out. I'm not gonna be walking around with it all day every day, but there will definitely be times when I need to carry it for a while. I've used smaller laptops before and they were easy to throw in a bag, so I'm wondering if moving up to 16 inches is gonna feel like a big difference. Weight is obviously important too, but does the actual size make it awkward to fit in normal backpacks or use on small tables? Would you stick with 14 inches if you need something portable, or is 16 inches still manageable for regular trips outside? Would be nice to hear from people who actually carry one around instead of just using it at a desk.

Looking at getting a 13-inch laptop because I want something easy to carry around, but not sure if the screen is gonna feel too small after using it every day. Mostly gonna use it for browsing, watching videos, studying, having multiple tabs open and some basic work. I dont really plan on gaming or doing anything too demanding on it. The portability sounds great, but I'm worried I'll end up squinting at everything or constantly wishing I had a bigger screen lol. For people who use a 13-inch laptop daily, does it feel comfortable after getting used to it or would you recommend going for a 14 or 15-inch instead? Just trying to avoid buying something I'll regret later.

Need to pick a laptop for school soon and stuck between getting an OLED screen or just going with IPS. The OLED ones look amazing in videos and reviews, colors look way better and blacks actually look black, but not sure if that matters enough for everyday school stuff. The IPS options are usually cheaper so I could save some money or get better specs for the same price.

Most of the time I'll be using it for browsing, taking notes, writing documents, reading PDFs, researching stuff and having multiple tabs open at once. Probably gonna watch movies and YouTube on it too when I have free time. Nothing too demanding, just need something reliable that feels good to use every day.

My main concern with OLED is burn-in. I've seen people say it's basically not a problem with newer laptops, but others still warn about leaving the same windows open for hours. Since I'll probably have Word, browser windows and other stuff sitting on the screen for long periods during classes, I don't wanna spend extra and then regret it a few years later. Is burn-in actually something normal users need to worry about or is it mostly overblown?

Battery life is another thing I'm thinking about. Some people say IPS lasts longer, but I guess it depends on the laptop and what you're doing on it. I'll need to carry it around school and won't always have somewhere to charge it.

So would you guys pay extra for OLED or stick with IPS for school? Is the difference really noticeable for normal use or am I better off saving the money for more RAM or storage instead? Just want something that'll last a few years without issues.

Need to choose a laptop for college soon and keep going back and forth on the RAM. Most of the ones in my price range have 16GB, but I've seen people recommending 32GB if you want something that'll last a few years. The price difference isnt small either, so not sure if its worth paying extra.

The laptop will mostly be used for normal college stuff like writing assignments, researching online, attending lectures, making presentations and using Word or Excel. I tend to keep lots of browser tabs open at once, sometimes with a PDF, music and a video playing in the background too. Dont wanna end up with everything lagging just because I have too many things open lol.

I might try some programming or use editing software later on depending on what I need for my courses. Also play games occasionally, but nothing too demanding. Just not sure what my workload will look like a couple years from now.

Another thing is some laptops have RAM soldered to the motherboard, so theres no upgrading it later. If I get 16GB now and end up needing more in two or three years, I'd be stuck with it unless I replace the whole laptop. At the same time, buying 32GB when I barely use that much seems like a waste.

For anyone who's used a 16GB laptop throughout college, has it been enough for everyday work and multitasking? Would you recommend going straight for 32GB if the budget allows, especially if I want to keep the laptop for 4-5 years? Trying to make the right choice without overspending for no reason.

Been looking at laptops lately and noticed most newer models have batteries that you cant remove without opening the whole thing up. Older laptops had batteries you could just pop out and replace in a few seconds, which honestly seems way more convenient.

But idk if its really that important anymore. If the battery starts losing capacity after a few years, does having a removable one actually save you much money or are replacement batteries for older laptops hard to find anyway? Also wondering if keeping a spare battery around is still useful for people who use their laptop away from a charger a lot.

I know modern laptops are designed differently and probably have other advantages, but it feels like losing the ability to easily replace the battery is kinda a downgrade.

For someone buying a laptop to keep for 5+ years, would you actually consider a removable battery a big advantage, or is it not worth worrying about anymore? Curious what you guys think.

My current laptop is getting really slow and its becoming annoying to use, so thinking about replacing it soon. There are some cheap laptops I can afford right now that seem fine for browsing, watching videos, office work and basic stuff, but worried they might start struggling after a year or two. Could save up for a better model with more RAM and a faster processor, but that means putting up with this thing for a while longer. Is it smarter to buy something cheap now or just wait and get something that'll last longer? What would you guys do?

Found a couple laptops that look pretty good, but some of them have RAM soldered directly to the motherboard and cant be upgraded later. Never really paid much attention to this before, but now im wondering if its something I should avoid.

Most of my use is browsing, watching videos, doing office stuff and having a bunch of tabs open at once. Might do some light gaming too, nothing crazy. 16GB seems fine for now, but im planning to keep the laptop for at least 4-5 years and have no idea if it'll still be enough by then.

The models with upgradeable RAM are worth considering, but sometimes they cost more or have other specs that arent as good. Seems kinda annoying to pay for a whole new laptop later just because you cant add more memory.

On the other hand, if 16GB is enough for most people and soldered RAM doesnt cause any actual problems, maybe its not worth worrying about that much.

So would you personally buy a laptop with soldered RAM? Would you stick with 16GB to save money or pay extra for 32GB just to be safe? Also, does soldered RAM make repairs harder if something goes wrong? Just trying to figure out what matters most before buying.

Noticed my laptop has a fast charging option and it can get the battery back up pretty quick, which is useful when I need to take it somewhere and dont have much time to wait. But now I'm wondering if using it all the time is actually bad for the battery in the long run. Seen people say fast charging creates more heat and heat is what wears batteries out faster, while others say modern laptops are designed to handle it so there's nothing to worry about. Mine does get a little warm while charging, especially if I'm using it at the same time, but it doesnt get crazy hot or anything. I usually plug it in whenever the battery gets low instead of waiting for it to completely die, and sometimes I leave it connected while doing stuff for a few hours. Would using fast charging every day noticeably reduce the battery's lifespan, or is the difference pretty much negligible? Also does it make a difference if the laptop is turned off while charging compared to using it normally? Not sure if I should disable the option and just let it charge slower overnight, or keep fast charging enabled for when I actually need it. I dont wanna lose battery capacity way earlier than necessary just because I wanted to save some time lol. Anyone who's used fast charging on their laptop for a couple years noticed any real difference in battery health? Is there any reason to avoid it unless I'm in a hurry, or am I overthinking this whole thing? Would appreciate some advice before changing settings randomly.