If anyone could improve upon this or tell me whether or not this is acceptable, I would appreciate that.
Also, this doesnt need to be any high-end gaming, it just needs to be able to atleast play some games.
if this is the case then he doesnt need that graphics card and you should consider the AMD phenom dual core instead of the athlon tri core
[QUOTE=mrpatel;26362428]If anyone could improve upon this or tell me whether or not this is acceptable, I would appreciate that.
Also, this doesnt need to be any high-end gaming, it just needs to be able to atleast play some games.
if this is the case then he doesnt need that graphics card and you should consider the AMD phenom dual core instead of the athlon tri core[/QUOTE]
Well I don't know much about any new graphics cards or anything.
But if you could link me to something better that would be nice.
I have the 445 CPU, it's great. I considered going with that Biostar too, but there was a combo deal with an Asus 785 evo-m so I went with that.
That Biostar only has two memory slots, so I'd consider getting one 4gb stick now, leaving you with the option in the future to get a second stick in case you need more memory. If you fill both slots now, then if the day comes you need to add more you will have an extra stick you can't use(two old ones plus the new one). Dual channel is not THAT big a deal, your CPU and videocard will determine your framerates in the end.
The PSU choice- no, just no. Think about it, you think you're going to get a decent 585W PSU cheaper than Seasonic sells their 300W PSUs? All you need is a GOOD 400-450W PSU. Here's some to look at: Antec NEO ECO 400C, Antec earthwatts EA430, Corsair CX430.
They are all ~$50, give or take, not counting rebates. These will give you their rated power on a daily basis. Cheap PSUs like that HEC will not, its only their PEAK power, and even then if you run them with that high of a load they will burn out.
I mention the new model of Corsair, it's kind of controversial. Corsair used to use Seasonic for the internals for their budget line, now they use Channel Well. I have personally used many Channel Well based PSUs in the past and had good results so I bought the Corsair. I have no power issues, with two Seagate harddrives, a dvd burner, and 3 80mm case fans. If you'd rather stick with the 'safe' choice, go with one of those Antecs, those are Seasonic internally.
[QUOTE=cecilbdemodded;26363531]I have the 445 CPU, it's great. I considered going with that Biostar too, but there was a combo deal with an Asus 785 evo-m so I went with that.
That Biostar only has two memory slots, so I'd consider getting one 4gb stick now, leaving you with the option in the future to get a second stick in case you need more memory. If you fill both slots now, then if the day comes you need to add more you will have an extra stick you can't use(two old ones plus the new one). Dual channel is not THAT big a deal, your CPU and videocard will determine your framerates in the end.
The PSU choice- no, just no. Think about it, you think you're going to get a decent 585W PSU cheaper than Seasonic sells their 300W PSUs? All you need is a GOOD 400-450W PSU. Here's some to look at: Antec NEO ECO 400C, Antec earthwatts EA430, Corsair CX430.
They are all ~$50, give or take, not counting rebates. These will give you their rated power on a daily basis. Cheap PSUs like that HEC will not, its only their PEAK power, and even then if you run them with that high of a load they will burn out.
I mention the new model of Corsair, it's kind of controversial. Corsair used to use Seasonic for the internals for their budget line, now they use Channel Well. I have personally used many Channel Well based PSUs in the past and had good results so I bought the Corsair. I have no power issues, with two Seagate harddrives, a dvd burner, and 3 80mm case fans. If you'd rather stick with the 'safe' choice, go with one of those Antecs, those are Seasonic internally.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, I thought that PSU seemed kind of cheap, but I just picked it because i was at the end of the budget and i could only fit that in. But, If I could find a good budget Video Card, I can put in a better PSU. I just don't really know what a good cheap card is.
[QUOTE=Gmod_User;26362573]Well I don't know much about any new graphics cards or anything.
But if you could link me to something better that would be nice.[/QUOTE]
[url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130533[/url] = GPU
i think this is a good one
also did your friend think about upgrading his old computer?
[url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103846&cm_re=phenom-_-19-103-846-_-Product[/url] = CPU
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
how much was your build total?
might be a bit over his budget but maybe he could mow someones lawn or something
also, you might need a better MOBO and dont ask me if all of the parts fit together, i wouldnt know that but i am pretty sure will
[QUOTE=mrpatel;26363714][url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130533[/url] = GPU
i think this is a good one
also did your friend think about upgrading his old computer?
[url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103846&cm_re=phenom-_-19-103-846-_-Product[/url] = CPU
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
might be a bit over his budget but maybe he could mow someones lawn or something[/QUOTE]
Well he can't upgrade because its an old pre-built dell or something.
Also, A card like that might work, but I think the current CPU is fine as it is.
what are the specs in his old computer?
[QUOTE=mrpatel;26363842]what are the specs in his old computer?[/QUOTE]
It's a HP with a pentium dual core and integrated graphics.
But there's something wrong with it, it's been BSOD'ing even after reinstalling windows and trying to fix it multiple times.
Also, he wants to be able to play some newer games anyways, so I think a new computer is the only option.
[QUOTE=mrpatel;26363842]what are the specs in his old computer?[/QUOTE]
Couldn't you please learn something before posting here?
Op, disregard mrpatel's advice, that GPU is shit.
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
I just found this deal, 80$ after rebate:[url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130538&cm_re=geforce_gts_250-_-14-130-538-_-Product[/url]
Obligatory 4850 post: [url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814131365&cm_re=4850-_-14-131-365-_-Product[/url]
These two cards are pretty much on par with eachother.
well sry bout that i am building my first computer now and it seemed like i might be able to help
i like the second card for light gaming anyway
[QUOTE=GoDong-DK;26363999]Couldn't you please learn something before posting here?
Op, disregard mrpatel's advice, that GPU is shit.
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
I just found this deal, 80$ after rebate:[url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130538&cm_re=geforce_gts_250-_-14-130-538-_-Product[/url]
Obligatory 4850 post: [url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814131365&cm_re=4850-_-14-131-365-_-Product[/url]
These two cards are pretty much on par with eachother.[/QUOTE]
Hmm, I think a 4850 might do the job. It's cheap enough where I can throw in a better PSU probably, too.
[QUOTE=mrpatel;26364190]well sry bout that i am building my first computer now and it seemed like i might be able to help[/QUOTE]
I know you're trying to help, but it's better to not give advice than giving bad advice.
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
Antec, OCZ, Enermax, Thermaltake, Coolermaster, XFX, they all make good PSU's. You can't go too wrong with those.
And mrpatel sorry, I just looked at the original price oon the card, and missed the rebate price. Still I find that the card is simply too weak.
i thought it would be good for light gaming and btw what is the screen resolution on your friends computer? do u know?
[QUOTE=mrpatel;26364358]i thought it would be good for light gaming and btw what is the screen resolution on your friends computer? do u know?[/QUOTE]
Well he just has a small widescreen, it's probably 1440x900 or 1280x720 or something
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
I think I want to go with this, how does this look/
[IMG]http://cubeupload.com/files/9df79bbuild.jpg[/IMG]
Comes out at about $417 with shipping.
Don't get that PSU.
I might actually want to change the RAM, and what's wrong with the PSU?
Get this one instead: [url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817341016&cm_re=ocz_modxstream-_-17-341-016-_-Product[/url]
It's not powerful enough, and I doubt it has 2 6-pin connectors.
also, do you think your friend will be using all of the 1TB HDD?
you might be able to save some money on that for some better ram
[QUOTE=mrpatel;26364700]also, do you think your friend will be using all of the 1TB HDD?[/QUOTE]
Might as well get the 1 TB HD, considering it's only $10 more than the 500 GB
Get this HDD: [url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152181&cm_re=samsung_spinpoint_f3-_-22-152-181-_-Product[/url]
see if you can get 4gigs of the ripjaw series RAM thats pretty good or atleast i heard
[url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231277&cm_re=ripjaw-_-20-231-277-_-Product[/url]
try that
[QUOTE=GoDong-DK;26364724]Get this HDD: [url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152181&cm_re=samsung_spinpoint_f3-_-22-152-181-_-Product[/url][/QUOTE]
That is more expensive and it is smaller. I don't think I can fit that in if I'm gonna change the RAM.
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
Hmmm, I wanted to get a 4GB stick but they are a little too expensive.
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
[QUOTE=mrpatel;26364785]see if you can get 4gigs of the ripjaw series RAM thats pretty good or atleast i heard
[url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231277&cm_re=ripjaw-_-20-231-277-_-Product[/url]
try that[/QUOTE]
DDR3 1600 doesn't work with the mobo I'm pretty sure.
[url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151094&cm_re=seasonic_520w-_-17-151-094-_-Product[/url] same price, more W on 12V
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
and get the ripjaws it will work fine
[QUOTE=reapaninja;26364998][url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151094&cm_re=seasonic_520w-_-17-151-094-_-Product[/url] same price, more W on 12V
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
and get the ripjaws it will work fine[/QUOTE]
Oh, they will work?
But I can't afford to get the Ripjaws AND that PSU, though.
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
Oh, wait, I can.
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
I'll have to get the OCZ PSU though because of the free shipping.
I'd get 2gb now if it means being able to afford the CPU, videocard, and PSU you want. All those things are more important to gaming than the extra 2gb.
[QUOTE=reapaninja;26364998][url]http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151094&cm_re=seasonic_520w-_-17-151-094-_-Product[/url] same price, more W on 12V
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
and get the ripjaws it will work fine[/QUOTE]
The OCZ one is going for 44$ and with free shipping.
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
[QUOTE=cecilbdemodded;26365122]I'd get 2gb now if it means being able to afford the CPU, videocard, and PSU you want. All those things are more important to gaming than the extra 2gb.[/QUOTE]
You're a bit late.
This looks acceptable.
[img]http://cubeupload.com/files/f7bdecbuild.jpg[/img]
Comes to $418 with shipping.
[editline]28th November 2010[/editline]
Thoughts?
Looks fine, I still don't like the HDD, but it's ok.
Well, if everything is fine I guess we'll order it.
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