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    Posted: 07 Feb 2015 at 10:52am
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Around $1,500

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Play games smoothly

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I play games (current Dragon Age Inquisition/ Titanfall)and watch Dvds Netflix web surf and documents (like at tax time)

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I need help building a PC that will play todays games smoothly with decent graphic setting without worrying about stressing the computer. don't see a need for overclocking because id like this to last for awhile so also interested in heat management. I mostly play games and watch movies either DVD or stream Netflix. my PC is my all around entertainment center. I guess im a casual gamer just play for fun. looking to get a 24' moniter and have been running a 1600x900 resolution. Thanks for all inputs and advice
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The Vanquish II Ultimate (Level 4) or Virtue Level 2 would probably be your best bets.
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The Lv. 4 Vanquish or Eclipse will be perfect depending on if you want a smaller system or a bigger tower.
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Nav, is the Eclipse still available? It doesn't appear when I went over to the Desktop section. If it is, then that would probably be the best choice for adding to an entertainment center.
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Yeah, looks like the Eclipse was swapped for the Virtue.   

The Vanquish level 4 for your budget is right on and best bang for your buck.   The level 3 will also give very good gaming, but the gtx 970 on the level 4 is about 40% better performance over the gtx 760 in level 3.

Overclocking in the level 4 is really no problem.  It's a mild overclock and will not effect the rig's longevity.   You can always drop the overclock yourself if ever wanted. 

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Maybe they are getting ready to move from the RVZ01 chassis to the RVZ02?
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Not sure what that budget allows, but I suggest a system with an SSD drive as a system drive. Perhaps a GTX 970

VL4 would do that. Looks like the Virtue is a possibility, but the Virtue level 2 with the i5 exceeds the budget
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Thanks for the input so far! Is a sound card needed or in the onboard well enough?
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I have the Vanquish 2 Ultimate (the older version with the GTX770)... I run 2 monitors (1600x900 and 1440x1080) use on board sound and have never had an issue with over heating or performance.

I did change one thing.. well, added a wireless USB adapter to move the computer to the common area of the house.. it's quiet enough not to bother anyone while we're all together.

Yea, I really recommend the Vanquish line, and get the best, the ultimate.
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On-board should be good, but if you have this by your entertainment center and have an A/V receiver there, I'd hook up to that with an HDMI cable.
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Thanks so much the imput folks! Just one more question... If I don't plan on overclocking will fans suffice or should I eyeball liquid cooling? Im worried is there condensation that will leak onto the parts? I live in Mississippi and theres lots of moisture in the air and its humid a lot and everything sweats here so I worry the same will happen with the liquid cooling.... Thanks again
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Either will work. You do not need to worry about condensation...it does not refrigerate in any way, so ambient temperature will be the absolute minimum temperature seen.

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Condensation wouldn't be a worry... and the fans on the V4 do a very good job of keeping the temps under control. Just.. and this is so very important... make sure you're cleaning the filters often and giving the fans a chance to do their job.
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The Eclipse is back up...you'll probably want to take a look at it.
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I checked the Eclipse Thanks! I went ahead and made a decision and made a purchase here with DS. Thanks to everyone for the quick responses and helpful advice! You guys are awesome! ;) Thanks again and see you around
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woohoo!! Welcome to the DS family. It's gonna be great.   
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