PC for VFX and Gaming.

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Planning to get a PC for running heavy softwares and games. Here is my questionnaire :

1. What is the purpose of the computer? What all applications and games are you going to run? (Be exact. Which games? Which applications? Avoid the word 'et cetera.' Vague answers like 'gaming' or 'office work' will not work.)
Ans : Running heavy softwares for VFX ; [After Effects (and Mocha), Cinema 4D, Nuke, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Silhouette, Boujou] and Games [ Rocket League, Tomb Raider, Just Cause 3, Call of Duty]

2. What is your overall budget? If you can extend a bit for a more balanced configuration, then please mention.
Ans : 50k

3. Planning to overclock?
Ans : No.

4. Which Operating System are you planning to use?
Ans: Windows 10

5. How much hard drive / solid-state drive space is needed?
Ans : 1TB hard drive, SSD 256 GB.

6. Do you want to buy a monitor? If yes, please mention the screen size and resolution you prefer. If you already have a monitor and want to reuse it, then do mention the screen size and resolution of the monitor you have.
Ans : Yes, I want to buy a monitor. Screen size : 22 OR 24 inch.

7. Which components you DON'T want to buy? i.e. which components you already have and plan on reusing?
Ans : I want to buy the entire set up.

8. When are you planning to buy the system?
Ans : In the next 3 - 4 months.

9. Have you ever built a desktop before? Or, will this be done by an assembler?
Ans : I have never built a desktop before. This will be done by an assembler.

10. Where do you live? Are you buying locally? Are you open to buying stuff from online shops if you don't get locally?
Ans : Mumbai. Yes, I am buying locally and I am open to buying stuff from online shops.

11. Anything else which you would like to say?
Ans : Want to fit this in the 50k budget.

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3-4 months is a long time & all pc components/laptops/ssd are currently significantly overpriced due to increased demand & short supply so update the thread 2-3 weeks before actual buying.

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whitestar_999 said:
3-4 months is a long time & all pc components/laptops/ssd are currently significantly overpriced due to increased demand & short supply so update the thread 2-3 weeks before actual buying.

Hmm. I just need the config for now, the pricing can be flexible. If possible, could you please recommend me a config? I would at least get a basic idea of what I'm working with.

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ninadb said:
Hmm. I just need the config for now, the pricing can be flexible. If possible, could you please recommend me a config? I would at least get a basic idea of what I'm working with.

The main thing is, amd ryzen 4xxx series processors are going to be released soon & based on their pricing only it would be possible to give a fair idea else current series available in market for ryzen is 3xxx. You can check below thread for reference:

*geek.digit.in/community/threads/ne...ics-designer-pc-budget-₹-75-000-5-000.208648/

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ninadb said:
Planning to get a PC for running heavy softwares and games. Here is my questionnaire :

1. What is the purpose of the computer? What all applications and games are you going to run? (Be exact. Which games? Which applications? Avoid the word 'et cetera.' Vague answers like 'gaming' or 'office work' will not work.)
Ans : Running heavy softwares for VFX ; [After Effects (and Mocha), Cinema 4D, Nuke, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Silhouette, Boujou] and Games [ Rocket League, Tomb Raider, Just Cause 3, Call of Duty]

2. What is your overall budget? If you can extend a bit for a more balanced configuration, then please mention.
Ans : 50k

3. Planning to overclock?
Ans : No.

4. Which Operating System are you planning to use?
Ans: Windows 10

5. How much hard drive / solid-state drive space is needed?
Ans : 1TB hard drive, SSD 256 GB.

6. Do you want to buy a monitor? If yes, please mention the screen size and resolution you prefer. If you already have a monitor and want to reuse it, then do mention the screen size and resolution of the monitor you have.
Ans : Yes, I want to buy a monitor. Screen size : 22 OR 24 inch.

7. Which components you DON'T want to buy? i.e. which components you already have and plan on reusing?
Ans : I want to buy the entire set up.

8. When are you planning to buy the system?
Ans : In the next 3 - 4 months.

9. Have you ever built a desktop before? Or, will this be done by an assembler?
Ans : I have never built a desktop before. This will be done by an assembler.

10. Where do you live? Are you buying locally? Are you open to buying stuff from online shops if you don't get locally?
Ans : Mumbai. Yes, I am buying locally and I am open to buying stuff from online shops.

11. Anything else which you would like to say?
Ans : Want to fit this in the 50k budget.

Reviving this thread, I want to assemble the PC by mid of January. My original budget was 60k, but now I have increased it to 85k as all the configs so far are rounding up to 85k, (*without the monitor*)

This is ONE of the few shortlisted configs so far :

Platform : Amd
CPU : Ryzen5 - 3600XT upto 4.50 Ghz
CPU-Cooler : Stock - Stock Cooler
Motherboard : Gigabyte - B450M DS3H
Graphics-Card : GTX1660 Super - ZOTAC Amp 6GB
SSD : Seagate - Barracuda 1TB
HDD : WD - Black 250GB (SN750) M.2 NVME
RAM : 16x2 - Corsair Veng 32GB 3000
SMPS : Antec - NE 650
Case : Corsair - 275R
Wattage : 275
Price : ₹88,759.00

Would appreciate any monitor suggestions.

ninadb said:
CPU : Ryzen5 - 3600XT upto 4.50 Ghz
Motherboard : Gigabyte - B450M DS3H
RAM : 16x2 - Corsair Veng 32GB 3000

Ryzen 5000 price may have stabilized by mid Jan. So keep 5600x and 3700x in consideration.
Go for better board. Asrock B450 Pro4 if you're going for 3000 series or B550M Pro4/B550M Pro VDH if you're going for 5000 series.
3600mhz costs about the same as 3000mhz/3200mhz.

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You can save some money on ssd by getting WD Blue SN550 or Kingston A2000. For monitor @omega44-xt @SaiyanGoku should be able to suggest some good recent models.

ninadb said:
Reviving this thread, I want to assemble the PC by mid of January. My original budget was 60k, but now I have increased it to 85k as all the configs so far are rounding up to 85k, (*without the monitor*)

This is ONE of the few shortlisted configs so far :

Platform : Amd
CPU : Ryzen5 - 3600XT upto 4.50 Ghz
CPU-Cooler : Stock - Stock Cooler
Motherboard : Gigabyte - B450M DS3H
Graphics-Card : GTX1660 Super - ZOTAC Amp 6GB
SSD : Seagate - Barracuda 1TB
HDD : WD - Black 250GB (SN750) M.2 NVME
RAM : 16x2 - Corsair Veng 32GB 3000
SMPS : Antec - NE 650
Case : Corsair - 275R
Wattage : 275
Price : ₹88,759.00

Would appreciate any monitor suggestions.

Ask again in Jan. R5 5600 is rumoured to be out in Jan. Don't expect new GPUs before Feb/Mar.

Mobo - Gigabyte B550M DS3H - 9.5k, worth the extra 2k. Otherwise, AsRock B450 Pro4 for 7.5k. With Ryzen 5000, better get B550.

As suggested earlier, get A2000 or SN550 for SSD, better value for money as realistically there's no performance difference.

Get at least 3200MHz RAM IMO. If possible 3600MHz, if the price difference isn't a lot. 3200MHz is a good sweet spot.

PSU - Antec NE Gold series is decent, other option is CM MWE Gold.

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omega44-xt said:
Ask again in Jan. R5 5600 is rumoured to be out in Jan. Don't expect new GPUs before Feb/Mar.

Mobo - Gigabyte B550M DS3H - 9.5k, worth the extra 2k. Otherwise, AsRock B450 Pro4 for 7.5k. With Ryzen 5000, better get B550.

As suggested earlier, get A2000 or SN550 for SSD, better value for money as realistically there's no performance difference.

Get at least 3200MHz RAM IMO. If possible 3600MHz, if the price difference isn't a lot. 3200MHz is a good sweet spot.

PSU - Antec NE Gold series is decent, other option is CM MWE Gold.

Okay, thank you. Any recommendations for a good monitor?

ninadb said:
Okay, thank you. Any recommendations for a good monitor?

I use Acer VG240YP, a 1080p IPS 144Hz monitor, goes on sale for as low as 13.5k. It's a good choice under 15k.

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ninadb said:
Reviving this thread, I want to assemble the PC by mid of January. My original budget was 60k, but now I have increased it to 85k as all the configs so far are rounding up to 85k, (*without the monitor*)

This is ONE of the few shortlisted configs so far :

Platform : Amd
CPU : Ryzen5 - 3600XT upto 4.50 Ghz
CPU-Cooler : Stock - Stock Cooler
Motherboard : Gigabyte - B450M DS3H
Graphics-Card : GTX1660 Super - ZOTAC Amp 6GB
SSD : Seagate - Barracuda 1TB
HDD : WD - Black 250GB (SN750) M.2 NVME
RAM : 16x2 - Corsair Veng 32GB 3000
SMPS : Antec - NE 650
Case : Corsair - 275R
Wattage : 275
Price : ₹88,759.00

Would appreciate any monitor suggestions.

After all the suggestions, and posts on this thread, I have FINALIZED this configuration. I am finalizing this in a week.

AMD Ryzen 5 3600 upto 4.50ghz
Asrock B450 Pro 4
Graphic Card
Kingston A2000 500GB NVME SSD
WD 1TB Blue HDD
Corsair 16GB X 2nos DDR4 3600Mhz RAM
Cooler Master 650watts SMPS
Antec NX800 ARGB (E-ATX) Mid Tower Cabinet with Tempered Glass side Panel (Black)
Acer KG241QP 24" Monitor

Is there really a difference between GTX 1660 Super and Zotac GTX 1660 6GB ?

Any suggestions/changes appreciated.

Main requirement - 3D Rendering and VFX.

1660 Super is atleast 5-10% better than 1660 in general gaming performance. Because of that 1660S gets more recommendations than 1660. Go for Super.

Compare your shortlisted case with Antec DF600 FLUX and Cooler Master MB511/520. I haven't read any reviews of DF660 Flux, just suggesting based on features and budget.

ninadb said:
After all the suggestions, and posts on this thread, I have FINALIZED this configuration. I am finalizing this in a week.

AMD Ryzen 5 3600 upto 4.50ghz
Asrock B450 Pro 4
Graphic Card
Kingston A2000 500GB NVME SSD
WD 1TB Blue HDD
Corsair 16GB X 2nos DDR4 3600Mhz RAM
Cooler Master 650watts SMPS
Antec NX800 ARGB (E-ATX) Mid Tower Cabinet with Tempered Glass side Panel (Black)
Acer KG241QP 24" Monitor

Is there really a difference between GTX 1660 Super and Zotac GTX 1660 6GB ?

Any suggestions/changes appreciated.

Main requirement - 3D Rendering and VFX.

1660S is the better choice, good enough difference between those 2.

For cabinet, can check Lian Li 215, pretty good reviews & cheaper. Check its review by Gamer Nexus.

Avoid that monitor at any any costs, TN is just bad & you are using it for pr

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omega44-xt said:
1660S is the better choice, good enough difference between those 2.

For cabinet, can check Lian Li 215, pretty good reviews & cheaper. Check its review by Gamer Nexus.

Avoid that monitor at any any costs, TN is just bad & you are using it for pr

What about Dell 22" P2219H Monitor ?

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ninadb said:
What about Dell 22" P2219H Monitor ?

I would avoid it unless it is the only option.

*www.displayspecifications.com/en/model/136d138e

Basically it is not true 8 bit.

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ninadb said:
Cooler Master 650watts SMPS

Which model exactly, these are better models:

*www.primeabgb.com/online-price-rev...50g-pro-650w-plus-gold-certified-modular-psu/

*mdcomputers.in/antec-650-watt-80-plus-gold-semi-modular-ea650g-pro.html

*www.theitdepot.com/details-Corsair...tified+ATX+PSU+(CP-9020122-UK)_C14P29670.html

*www.theitdepot.com/details-Corsair...tified+ATX+PSU+(CP-9020123-UK)_C14P31266.html

whitestar_999 said:
Which model exactly, these are better models:

*www.primeabgb.com/online-price-rev...50g-pro-650w-plus-gold-certified-modular-psu/
*mdcomputers.in/antec-650-watt-80-plus-gold-semi-modular-ea650g-pro.html
*www.theitdepot.com/details-Corsair...tified+ATX+PSU+(CP-9020122-UK)_C14P29670.html
*www.theitdepot.com/details-Corsair...tified+ATX+PSU+(CP-9020123-UK)_C14P31266.html

What about this CX650M?
Corsair CX650M

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TheSloth said:
What about this CX650M?
Corsair CX650M

I am not sure if it is same as CX650 just with modular version, @chimera201 may confirm.

whitestar_999 said:
I am not sure if it is same as CX650 just with modular version, @chimera201 may confirm.

CXM is slightly inferior to CX as it doesn't have resonant LLC platform. But at that price point it is better to just get Antec EA650G Pro.

CX650 is good for 5.5k or so, but not more as you can get Gold rated PSUs at 6.5k+. Although for OP, CX650 should suffice, if found at 5.5k.

ninadb said:
What about Dell 22" P2219H Monitor ?

Get BenQ GW2480 for 9-10k, good 24" IPS for the price. Not a gaming monitor but for gaming, my recommendation still stands with Acer VG240Yp

How is acer's after sales service for monitors in India? Is it as good as that of lg/Samsung?

Have you observed any kind of flickering with this panel as others have reported on amazon? Does it have a 3.5mm audio out jack?

quicky008 said:
How is acer's after sales service for monitors in India? Is it as good as that of lg/Samsung?

Have you observed any kind of flickering with this panel as others have reported on amazon? Does it have a 3.5mm audio out jack?

No idea of after-sales of monitors, since they have 3 year warranty, problems shouldn't be common. For laptops, Acer is ok in terms of service, not as good as the big 3.

No flickering, I think the one caused due to PWM. No 3.5mm jack on VG240Yp.

ninadb said:
What about Dell 22" P2219H Monitor ?

Like whitestar said, avoid it because it's not true 8-bit and your use case is video/photo editing.

Having said that, it's one of the better 6-bit+FRC monitors and you can actually find 8-bit monitors that look worse than this. But for the same price, you won't. This monitor is priced higher because the screen can be adjusted/rotated and it has a USB 3.0 hub + DisplayPort. It's great for office use, but just not the monitor for your use case.

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omega44-xt said:
Get BenQ GW2480 for 9-10k, good 24" IPS for the price. Not a gaming monitor but for gaming, my recommendation still stands with Acer VG240Yp

Acer VG240Yp isn't available right now and I actually want this build to be done ASAP.

ninadb said:
Acer VG240Yp isn't available right now and I actually want this build to be done ASAP.

Amazon.in
It's in stock & even under 14k, unless you live in some rural area where they don't deliver.

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ninadb said:
After all the suggestions, and posts on this thread, I have FINALIZED this configuration. I am finalizing this in a week.

AMD Ryzen 5 3600 upto 4.50ghz
Asrock B450 Pro 4
Zotac GTX 1660 6GB Graphic Card
Kingston A2000 500GB NVME SSD
WD 1TB Blue HDD
Corsair 16GB X 2nos DDR4 3600Mhz RAM
Cooler Master 650watts SMPS
Antec NX800 ARGB (E-ATX) Mid Tower Cabinet with Tempered Glass side Panel (Black)
Acer KG241QP 24" Monitor

Is there really a difference between GTX 1660 Super and Zotac GTX 1660 6GB ?

Any suggestions/changes appreciated.

Main requirement - 3D Rendering and VFX.

So according to my assembler, Zotac GTX 1660 6GB Graphic Card is apparently at its 'end of life' stage. So any suggestions for the alternatives in 1660 graphic cards?

My assembler recommended the GALAX GeForce 1660 OR GALAX GeForce 1660 Super.

Any suggestions for 1660 graphic cards appreciated.

ninadb said:
My assembler recommended the GALAX GeForce 1660 OR GALAX GeForce 1660 Super.

Both are same, basically. That guy earns more profit selling Galax,so he is preferring it. you stick to zotac as it gives 5 years of warranty.

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RumbaMon19 said:
Both are same, basically. That guy earns more profit selling Galax,so he is preferring it. you stick to zotac as it gives 5 years of warranty.

So is there any alternative which is similar to Zotac? I actually want to get this done ASAP but there's a shortage of graphic cards and other components.
Thank you!

ninadb said:
So according to my assembler, Zotac GTX 1660 6GB Graphic Card is apparently at its 'end of life' stage. So any suggestions for the alternatives in 1660 graphic cards?

My assembler recommended the GALAX GeForce 1660 OR GALAX GeForce 1660 Super.

Any suggestions for 1660 graphic cards appreciated.

1660 Super replaced both 1660 & 1660Ti in a way at close to 1660 pricing.

1660 S is observable better than 1660. You can find Zotac GTX 1660 S for like 20k, register within 30 days of purchase to claim 3 year extra warranty (total 5).

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omega44-xt said:
1660 Super replaced both 1660 & 1660Ti in a way at close to 1660 pricing.

1660 S is observable better than 1660. You can find Zotac GTX 1660 S for like 20k, register within 30 days of purchase to claim 3 year extra warranty (total 5).

So any alternatives if the Zotac 1660 S isn't available?

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ninadb said:
So any alternatives if the Zotac 1660 S isn't available?

For nvidia cards stick to zotac & asus. Consider msi & gigabyte only after talking to their official reps on reddit IndianGaming section for their assurance about after sales support.

ninadb said:
So any alternatives if the Zotac 1660 S isn't available?

Usually, my top choice is Zotac (because of 5 year warranty), followed by Asus, MSI & Gigabyte. Generally, Asus & MSI has some good GPU models in terms of thermals & all, Zotac is usually moderate with something like RTX 3080 models being not good enough due to some poor quality capacitors.