Master Race gaming thread

[stanard]

FYI powerline adapters only work if the router and where you want the device to be are on the same circuit.

Apparently!

[Rorschach]

I've only encountered that problem once, when they didn't work in a Granny flat because it was on a separate circuit. But yes, you need to be on the same copper network otherwise it won't work.

[lestat]

I still worry about long term failure with these AIO water cooler units, I have read some horror stories, corsair seem to cover the replacement of damaged parts but I have no idea if they do that in Australia. If they fail it can do a lot of nasty damage, the worst that can happen if an air cooler fails is your pc shuts down from overheating. I believe something like a noctua D15 cools as effectively as a H100/H105 but it's quieter, I think i'll end up putting one of those when I upgrade my cpu/mobo.

[Rorschach]

Yeah, no doubt. My only issue with Noctuas are their size, they are massive. That said, they tend to perform within a few degrees of an AIO. I have a hand me down Fractal Kelvin S24 which seems solid.

[lestat]

http://wccftech.com/nvidia-roadmap-2017-volta-gpu/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Explains why we got a titan X with GDDR5, nvidia looking to launch Volta GPUs first half next year with HBM2.

[flipswitch]

Going to rebuy Fallout 4 on PC. I have it on PS4 but I'm going to start it again playing as a woman on Master race. Getting it off eBay because it's the cheapest.

[Rorschach]

http://wccftech.com/nvidia-roadmap-2017-volta-gpu/

Explains why we got a titan X with GDDR5, nvidia looking to launch Volta GPUs first half next year with HBM2.

Read, saving already, can't wait

[flipswitch]

I won't be upgrading until I need to. Running all games fine currently.

[Rorschach]

More for work for me. I spend usually 9-10 days in a row away from home. PS4 is good but want my PC library with me. Already mapping it out now with 980Ti moving into the work build along with some other components from a mate.

[Kangawallaby]

http://wccftech.com/nvidia-roadmap-2017-volta-gpu/

Explains why we got a titan X with GDDR5, nvidia looking to launch Volta GPUs first half next year with HBM2.

Read, saving already, can't wait

Perfect timing if true. Planning on grabbing 75inch 4k TV during tye end of year sales.

[flipswitch]

Have you got a tv in mind?

[Kangawallaby]

Nah not yet. Was thinking of a Sony 93/94 or a Sammy 9 series.

[Rorschach]

Anyone in the Master Race want a download code for Borderlands Pre Sequel? Bought the latest Humble Bundle to get Battleborn but already have Pre Sequel.

[Burnzoire]

http://wccftech.com/nvidia-roadmap-2017-volta-gpu/

Explains why we got a titan X with GDDR5, nvidia looking to launch Volta GPUs first half next year with HBM2.

Guys it's not going to be a 9xx -> 10xx level upgrade. They're keeping the same 16nm die for Volta (same as Pascal) instead of waiting for 10nm. Since we're already at a thermal barrier, I can't see them getting huge gains without shrinking the chip. If you're looking for a new card I wouldn't bother waiting... *pats 1080*

[Kangawallaby]

Yeah I'm still flipping and flopping between buying a new tv/monitor for the lounge or a smaller one for a dedicated PC/Racing wheel gaming room.
Anyone got any feedback on buying one of these Something like this http://www.scorptec.com.au/product/Moni ... oCSdfw_wcB" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[flipswitch]

Bought Samsung 500GB SSD, moved a few games onto it using steam mover. Definitely noticing an improvement in loading.

[Rorschach]

Yeah, load time will decrease, no other big performance gains beside space save inside the case.

[lestat]

I've been tweaking more with my 1080, trying different overclocking combinations to provide the best possible performance/stability on my card.

One thing I've noticed is that overclocking over 2ghz for stabilized clock tends to produce worse numbers, seems to be a similar situation that the ram has, you can push it higher but errors start occurring and there seems to be some ecc/error correction that's occurring that reduces performance. Right now I'm using these settings.

voltage +40%
power +120%
temp +93
core +105
mem +500

This produces a maximum boost clock of 2063 that scales down as the chip warms up, once you get to a stable temp of 69~72 the clock sits at 2ghz @ 1.05~1.062v.

Getting a firestrike graphics score of 23700 and 7700 graphics score in the DX12 benchmark, which is pretty good. My temps seem to have gotten better too, I'm guessing the thermal compound is curing a bit now.

Boost 3.0 is still very weird and the anomalies with performance going too high are an odd one, I've had to waste a lot of time to get to a point I normally find much quicker.

[Vince]

Anyone in the Master Race want a download code for Borderlands Pre Sequel? Bought the latest Humble Bundle to get Battleborn but already have Pre Sequel.

If it isn't claimed I'll gladly take it!!!

[Kangawallaby]

C'mon master racers help me out? I'm gonna get a 4k 40 inch Monitor or TV for my PC.
I'm trying to decide between these two Phillips ones http://www.displayspecifications.com/en ... on/a385341" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; or a Samsung KU6000 TV.

What's better for gaming IPS or VA ?

[Burnzoire]

Unless you're playing old games, running low quality, or have a monster SLI setup, PCs aren't really ready for 4K. Downscaling = blurry mess but if you don't mind that go for it. Can't help with the models though sorry.

[Kangawallaby]

I'll more than likely still play stuff at 1080p until they are ready for 4k. However I'm not gonna buy a1080p monitor in 2016.
And I'll be running a HDMI to my lounge TV as well.

Does anyone have a preference of VA vs IPS.

[Rorschach]

IPS is the best for colour reproduction however response times tend to be slower. Do a quick search for IPS vs VA, some good website out there that give a good run down of each tech. I'd get a TV only because then you get dual use from it.

[flipswitch]

You should also consider input lag. IPS will have better viewing angles as well, but VA has a contrast advantage.

I have never bought a tv online. Have you thought about buying from a store, that way you can try it/test it and might be able to exchange it for something else?


Or find a to that you like based on reviews then see if you can find a store that stocks them.

[Kangawallaby]

Yeah cheers. I think I'm leaving toward VA as I'll be directly in front of it. I'll just need to decide how big I can go based on distance, TVs open that door as well as opposed to monitors.