It's not my area of expertise but I believe the PC will still be undergoing other intensive tasks. Also, I guess there is a desire to future proof? Dedicated graphics just make it more flexible, especially when money isn't super tight.

Don't feel like going on Reddit so I've come to VLR Forums for this...

Looking to build a PC for a family member but I'm debating between graphics cards. Specifically, between the RX 7800 XT and the RTX 5060 Ti (16GB). In USD, the latter is about $80 cheaper where I am. For more context, I'm intending on pairing with a Ryzen 7 7700X and the PC's primary intention actually isn't gaming. I also have, albeit not infinite, leeway on my spending. I'm looking to spend around $1500 USD on the total build.

Which GPU should I choose? Or should I look for something other than these two? Or maybe I should go for a different CPU even? Suggestions are welcome, although I already know someone's going to say that I shouldn't be building a PC in 2025...

Hello.

I hope...

Yes, precisely. As you've said, it's practically 50/50 and I've chosen to stick with the 'flop' option. Also, I never said that about Stage 1 Playoffs. I wasn't confident at all for the DRX vs. PRX series.

Even though I put them 5th - 6th, I honestly want TH to be crowned winners. Just not convinced after playing FNC.

What... MIBR and BLG are quite literally the only hot takes I've put in there...

There's no way they make it out of the Swiss, to be honest.

I don't expect it to be very accurate but I am certain of G2 being the strongest team, even with the Tejo balance changes.

This has nothing to do with PRX beating us. I just genuinely think they're incapable of beating many of these other teams. Also, scrim leak proof?

1st: G2
2nd: FNC
3rd: SEN
4th: GEN
5th - 6th: TH
5th - 6th: BLG
7th - 8th: RRQ
7th - 8th: XLG
9th - 10th: TL
9th - 10th: MIBR
11th - 12th: WOL
11th - 12th: PRX

I don't see a world where PRX even get a chance to be in the Grand Final of Masters Toronto.

What? That can‘t be. You’re mistaken, sir.

Me too! Sorry I‘m new to this whole VCT business but I can‘t seem to find them in the schedule… Is this a VLR bug?

We have a bye for the entire tournament… That’s how good we are.

Bow down, peasants. DRX have been crowned champions of Asia. This prestigious tournament scared away the likes of T1, GEN, and EDG. Accept DRX as your rightful rulers.

You‘ve missed the point here, mate. I was talking about the China teams.

Mickey Mouse tournament but in all seriousness, surely the first and second seeds shouldn’t get crushed like that. The latter twice.

I'm a Jett main but haven't played her in a long time as I play flex every single game.

Speaking of the Esports World Cup... Can we just get rid of it?

I actually have G2 against SEN in the Grand Final, even though I see TH as more realistic winners than SEN as well.

FNS retired... BLG will never be motivated to perform again.

I think OPTC still takes it. LOUD just wouldn't have made the Grand Final over FPX.

Am I the only one who thinks that G2 and TH are the only two teams that can win Masters Toronto? Even with the Tejo nerfs I just don't see a reality where another one of these qualified teams can manage to take it. Perhaps FNC and SEN are the only other capable contenders of reaching the Grand Final.

A for me. So many options though...

I would probably go for the 2023 LOCK//IN São Paulo match against LOUD.
Second change would either be the game against NU to qualify for 2021 Masters Reykjavík or the GEN game to qualify for 2024 Masters Madrid.

I guess not really being emotionally attached to team. Instead, just caring about the trophies.

The latter.

Exactly. Picking that last option is indicative of glory hunting, no?

Oh...

Choose one and explain!

a. Change two VCT match results from history.
b. Sign any one player in their prime for a year to your team.
c. Watch every match your team plays live at any venue for free.
d. Pick four other current pro players to play an international event with.
e. Get a permanent coaching role on your team.
f. Your team becomes the first to win all three international events in a year but the org and players never play again.

I see the vision. Thread doesn't have replies because VLR has no ball knowledge...

I think Potter is up there, no?

I would like to apologize. Although I was unaware of this, apparently there was a racist forum posted towards SEA fans. Racism should never be condoned and I'm unsure of how this relates to the termi vs. FrosT situation in the first place. Again, on behalf of all Korean fans, I would like to apologize to those who were harmed by the usage of slurs.

Also, before anyone calls me a hypocrite: I have been firm in my hostile stance towards those who do not uphold the idea of innocent until proven guilty. This included calling out SEA fans who have historically been involved in DRX drama. However, in no shape or form does this mean I endorse hatred towards SEA. Rather, it was to call out extreme cases when it appears as though people were focused on VCT success instead of professionally handling the situation. PRX fangirls baselessly accusing Flashback and advocating for his removal from DRX, for example.

I‘m completely unaware of the forum you‘re mentioning. I’m just confused how my joke post got involved…

Thank goodness. He needs an indefinite break from VLR.

Wait what happened? I didn‘t see but if so then great on the mods. I’m just confused why my thread got removed too…

I really made a corny joke about liking our odds of Korea vs. The World and got the thread locked… On a serious note, though, I was just genuinely surprised VLR was on FrosT’s side.

Yeah this one has realy lost his marbles…

Flag checks out.

Fair enough but the principles of innocent until proven guilty should always be upheld.

You really changed your flag and flair to Korea and DRX… How much hatred do you have in your life? I‘m sorry for you.

You didn’t discover anything unless there’s concrete evidence. FrosT is yet to show anything, therefore no “good hearted person” should be on his side. There is a reason why innocent until proven guilty is the standard.

Anyone who actually believed FrosT at any point in time needs to stay on that side. I don‘t care if termi‘s statement swayed you. He shouldn‘t have to make such a defense in the first place. Genuinely this is so embarrassing. It‘s like the Flashback drama all over again. People immediately jumping to conclusions without any conclusive evidence. How does one function in the real world with such a terrible mindset? Also, I don’t want to fuel any animosity but why is it always SEA supporters? The PRX fangirls were so obnoxious and here we are again with insufferable claims coming from Asians outside of Korea. I get that you’re praying on the downfall of Korean VCT but do you have any sense of humanity? Putting a respectable man‘s career and reputation on the line without a second thought. Disgusting behavior.

Unsure if we'll qualify to Masters Toronto but we for sure are not getting last...

I deny such claims.

What is the most heartbreaking player departure your team has announced?

Personally, it’s Rb. Especially after we failed to qualify for Masters Madrid and Shanghai afterwards.

I was referring to his mechanics but that works too!

I meant reliable when he plays. I can see why that’s ironic without clarifying…

Mark my words. DRX will only win their first international event when Flashback is able to play the entire year. Aesthetic yet reliable.

To be fair, DRX haven't been particularly stellar on Icebox either...