Newb Computer Build: A New Look

Hello everyone, I am implementing a new look for Newb Computer Build. This is because I believe the new one (as seen right now) is simpler,  and more visually appealing to put it…well simply. My goal is to provide informative content on computer hardware that you find interesting enough to read, and while doing that I hope to provide you …

How to Choose a Computer Processor For Your Home Build

If you are planning on building your own computer choosing the right processor is a critical decision with the wrong choice potentially wasting the other expensive parts of your machine. The processor market has been dominated by two major players for over a decade now with Intel and AMD alternately being at the top, more recently ARM low power processors …

Intels Design Flaw: I am Disappointed

Recently, Intel announced that there is a problem with the Cougar Point chipset family that is effecting SATA 3 Gb/s ports, which eventually can lead to their degradation. What this means is that over time SATA linked devices such as hard disks and DVD-drives would lose functionality when connected to these chipsets. If you purchased a P67, or H67 motherboard …

Basic PC Builds Posted!

What is a basic PC you may ask: Well its a PC that includes all the basic hardware components, as well can do most basic home computer tasks like web browsing, streaming video, storing music media, storing video media, storing photo media, word processing, e-mail, chatting and low level game play.

Choosing Your PC Hardware: A Flowchart

Choosing the parts to build a computer is moderately linear. The hardware you choose is usually sequentially based on the specifications of the previous part chosen, so I put together a basic flowchart outlining the basic bare bone parts for any PC build. Take a look!

System Requirements Lab: Can Your System Run Said Game?

If you are looking for a system requirement resource page, then you may want to check this out. You can find the minimum / recommended system requirements for hundreds of games, and find out if they will work against your current PC.

Benchmarks: Over 350 000 CPUs/Video Cards/Hard Drives/Systems Benchmarked

Whenever one decides to start picking new hardware for a pc build, the most important deciding factor of everything in the build boils down to what CPU is chosen. Therefore it is generally a good idea to do your research with respect to what’s available to you, and trying to get the most value for your money spent.

This is where hardware benchmarks become really useful…

Updated Fourth and Fifth Tier Gaming Builds

Hello everyone, and welcome to the new year 2011. I have updated the tier four and tier five of the gaming builds sections. The greatest improvements were the additions of the new Intel Sandy Bridge processors the Intel Core i5-2500, Intel Core i5-2500K, Intel Core i7-2600, and Intel Core i7-2600K.

What to Expect in 2011: NewbComputerBuild

Whenever the end of the year is coming to a close, I always get a feeling of contempt to the year that has passed. I stand proud at what has happened, but know that no matter what the next year will be even better; makes sense doesn’t it? The computer hardware industry must be one of the most innovative and …