cover
Matthew A.

Matthew A.

Joined on 03/22/09

0
0

Product Reviews
product reviews
  • 7
Most Favorable Review

Perfect for Gaming

EVGA SuperClocked 02G-P4-2662-KR G-SYNC Support GeForce GTX 660 2GB 192-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card
EVGA SuperClocked 02G-P4-2662-KR G-SYNC Support GeForce GTX 660 2GB 192-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card

Pros: Great GPU for playing games. All games auto set to maximum settings under this card. No issues so far!

Cons: None

Most Critical Review

Decent Budget PSU

RAIDMAX HYBRID 2 RX-630SS 630W ATX12V V2.2/ EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Modular Power Supply, New Version with Build-in LED Fan On/Off Switch
RAIDMAX HYBRID 2 RX-630SS 630W ATX12V V2.2/ EPS12V SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Modular Power Supply, New Version with Build-in LED Fan On/Off Switch

Pros: Like most people, picked up this PSU for the blue LED fitting my PC color scheme. Pretty good PSU especially for the price

Cons: Great PSU for a basic budget build, but for more expensive parts I'd recommend putting in a few more buck to get a better PSU. You don't want to ruin your parts from voltage issues, so better to play it safe in my opinion.

Decent Case

RAIDMAX SMILODON Extreme Black ATX-612WEBP 1.0mm SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower Foldout MB Computer Case With 500W Power Supply
RAIDMAX SMILODON Extreme Black ATX-612WEBP 1.0mm SECC Steel ATX Mid Tower Foldout MB Computer Case With 500W Power Supply

Pros: To be honest, this case isn't bad, but it does feel somewhat cheap. For the price you pay, I'd recommend just paying a little more for a better case.

Cons: The front cover idea is good, but most of the time it feels clunky and just gets in the way. The green LED scheme had a strange feel to it that I didn't like very much. Additionally, the included PSU is not that great, I'd recommend just getting a case and buying a better PSU separately, especially since a bad PSU can ruin your components

Awesome Kit

Rosewill Tool Kit Computer Tool Kits for Network & PC Repair Kits with Plier Hex Key Bits ESD Strap Phillips Screwdriver Bits & Socket Sets RTK-045
Rosewill Tool Kit Computer Tool Kits for Network & PC Repair Kits with Plier Hex Key Bits ESD Strap Phillips Screwdriver Bits & Socket Sets RTK-045

Pros: This kit contains literally everything you'd ever need to work with a computer (except maybe a soldering kit, but that's for more complicated jobs). The price for this kit is great too! I bought a kit from Radio Shack for $30 and the flimsy screwdrivers that came with it broke within a week :(

Cons: None! You should totally get this kit if you work hands on with computers and DIY system building

Great Mobo

GIGABYTE GA-990FXA-UD3 AM3+ AMD 990FX + SB950 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard
GIGABYTE GA-990FXA-UD3 AM3+ AMD 990FX + SB950 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX AMD Motherboard

Pros: Great motherboard with USB 3.0 and lots of slots for all of your components. It's very durable and looks great. On top of it all the BIOS is very well done and convenient.

Cons: None really. I did manage to knock off a capacitor (totally my fault for forcing components) and had to order a new motherboard after several failed soldering attempts :( This was entirely my fault though so 5 eggs for this motherboard

Good Case

Fractal Design Define R4 Black Window Silent ATX Midtower Computer Case
Fractal Design Define R4 Black Window Silent ATX Midtower Computer Case

Pros: Aesthetically I love this case! it looks sleek and had plenty of room for installing my parts. I had no issues with clearance or cable management at all. Especially loving the side panel window so I can look into my rig.

Cons: None so far. The case doesn't feel cheap like other cases and its pretty sturdy. My only complaint is possibly the cost? it was around $120 with shipping costs and tax