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Evanokato Nov 1, 2018 @ 1:34pm

how much rgb needed?

Hi i am building a new pc in the nzxt s340 and i want rgb but how much do i need the case can hold 4 fans and has 2 in the case standard. But like will one rgb strip be enough to light up the case so i can like see into the case clearly so all the components will be visible so are rgb vans needed or will one or two strips do the job. And how long will the strip need to be and can i manage the colors if i plug it in the rgb header on my mobo

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Sapph Nov 1, 2018 @ 1:37pm

You don't "need" any specific amount of rgb. You put as much rgb as you want to and can afford.

Just don't sacrifice performance if you run out of budget for the sake of RGB.

You need to make proper research regarding the LED strips to see if they support the things like Asus Aura or Gigabyte Aorus.

Last edited by Sapph; Nov 1, 2018 @ 1:39pm

Omega Nov 1, 2018 @ 1:38pm

So you want your PC to look like a disco? One or two RGB LED strips will be enough for that.

With RGB the more seizure inducing the better, right? Get the fans as well.

The H500i (successor to the S340) has build-in RGB lighting and a controller.

Last edited by Omega; Nov 1, 2018 @ 1:40pm

Cloudy Nov 1, 2018 @ 1:39pm

You will probably want two, but just buy one for now. These ones have magnetic back and can plug directly into the motherboard to control via software if your motherboard has RGB headers.

Extended Computer Magnetic LED Strip - Strong Magnet Bright 2pcs RGB LED Strip Light for ASUS Aura RGB/MSI Mystic Light Sync/RGB Fusion/ASROCK Aura RGB and M/B with 4pin RGB LED Strip Header https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07C9V1NF1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7q22BbSDTFRAR

Evanokato Nov 1, 2018 @ 3:03pm

cheap rgb needed

Hi i need a cheap, good rgb strip for my new pc one which can be controlled with corsair software so my ram and keyboard can be synced you know

Sapph Nov 1, 2018 @ 3:08pm

The only things that work with that, is the COrsair RGB strip + Corsair Lightning Node Pro.
THere is nothing else or cheaper that would work together with it.

https://www.corsair.com/eu/en/Categories/Products/CORSAIR-LINK/CORSAIR-RGB-LED-Lighting-PRO-Expansion-Kit/p/CL-8930002

https://www.corsair.com/eu/en/Categories/Products/CORSAIR-LINK/CORSAIR-Lighting-Node-PRO/p/CL-9011109-WW

Last edited by Sapph; Nov 1, 2018 @ 3:10pm

The Chicagoan Nov 1, 2018 @ 3:14pm

Originally posted by Evantenkate:
Hi i am building a new pc in the nzxt s340 and i want rgb but how much do i need the case can hold 4 fans and has 2 in the case standard. But like will one rgb strip be enough to light up the case so i can like see into the case clearly so all the components will be visible so are rgb vans needed or will one or two strips do the job. And how long will the strip need to be and can i manage the colors if i plug it in the rgb header on my mobo

Get as much RBB as you want, get RGB RAM, RGB SSD's RGB coolers, RGB Fans a crap ton of RGB strips an RGB motherboard an RGB GPU, go all out. Get an RGB case too, they make those as well.

Evanokato Nov 1, 2018 @ 3:15pm

Originally posted by The Chicagoan:
Originally posted by Evantenkate:
Hi i am building a new pc in the nzxt s340 and i want rgb but how much do i need the case can hold 4 fans and has 2 in the case standard. But like will one rgb strip be enough to light up the case so i can like see into the case clearly so all the components will be visible so are rgb vans needed or will one or two strips do the job. And how long will the strip need to be and can i manage the colors if i plug it in the rgb header on my mobo
Get as much RBB as you want, get RGB RAM, RGB SSD's RGB coolers, RGB Fans a crap ton of RGB strips an RGB motherboard an RGB GPU, go all out. Get an RGB case too, they make those as well.

and what if im not a millionaire?

The Chicagoan Nov 1, 2018 @ 3:16pm

Originally posted by Evantenkate:
Originally posted by The Chicagoan:
Get as much RBB as you want, get RGB RAM, RGB SSD's RGB coolers, RGB Fans a crap ton of RGB strips an RGB motherboard an RGB GPU, go all out. Get an RGB case too, they make those as well.
and what if im not a millionaire?

you don't have to be. all that stuff, high end stuff if you want the high end cost at most 1,000 dollars. if you want the decent stuff probably 300 or 400 bucks.

Sapph Nov 1, 2018 @ 3:16pm

Originally posted by Evantenkate:
and what if im not a millionaire?

You get what you can. But again, just don't sacrifice performance for it.

Last edited by Sapph; Nov 1, 2018 @ 3:16pm

Viking2121 Nov 1, 2018 @ 3:26pm

RGB = Blazing speeds!!

No really, rgb is the last thing id focus on, some rgb lighting can be expensive, such as fans, 3 rgb fans can cost ya over $100 usd, rgb ram has like a $300 usd mark up compared to non rgb stuff, performace is the first thing to look into, asthmatics can be added later on when you get the extra money.

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The Chicagoan Nov 1, 2018 @ 3:27pm

Originally posted by ZyG|Viking2121:
RGB = Blazing speeds!!

No really, rgb is the last thing id focus on, some rgb lighting can be expensive, such as fans, 3 rgb fans can cost ya over $100 usd, rgb ram has like a $300 usd mark up compared to non rgb stuff, performace is the first thing to look into, asthmatics can be added later on when you get the extra money.

lol I paid over 300 dollars for my 32GB non rgb ram. :P

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