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[batuchka]

Biostar TA785GE + P2X3 710 = $264 (Bell)
2 x 2GB KVR 800 = $78 (Video Pro)
Hitachi 500 = $75
Samsung SATA DVDRW = $31
CM 341 = $59
Andyson F550 = $89 (COMEX)
HIS HD4870 = $179
$765, up to 1920 x 1080 gaming
If this is too much for your games can tone down to 2GB RAM, Acbel E2 470 and $139 Palit HD 4850 for up to 1650 x 1050 gaming for well under $700 hehe

 

[blue00]

my budget is ard $600++.... n hopefully no need to upgrade pc for next 3-5yrs as i only use it for work at home. i need to open multiple windows to view data onlines n play some low end games...

was wondering if the following enough?

from pcthemes (intel diy package 2 or 3 better?)


$598
intel c2d 3.16ghz (8500)
asus p5kpl-am epu


$628
intel c2d 3.16ghz (E8500)
asus p5qpl(am)

between c2d 3.16ghz(E8500) vs core2 quad 2.83ghz(q9550) which one better?

any recomendation for the motherboard?

 

[FinalTidus]

my budget is ard $600++.... n hopefully no need to upgrade pc for next 3-5yrs as i only use it for work at home. i need to open multiple windows to view data onlines n play some low end games...

was wondering if the following enough?

from pcthemes (intel diy package 2 or 3 better?)


$598
intel c2d 3.16ghz (8500)
asus p5kpl-am epu


$628
intel c2d 3.16ghz (E8500)
asus p5qpl(am)

between c2d 3.16ghz(E8500) vs core2 quad 2.83ghz(q9550) which one better?

any recomendation for the motherboard?

Definitely a E8500 will be more than enough.

 

[batuchka]

my budget is ard $600++.... n hopefully no need to upgrade pc for next 3-5yrs as i only use it for work at home. i need to open multiple windows to view data onlines n play some low end games...

was wondering if the following enough?

from pcthemes (intel diy package 2 or 3 better?)


$598
intel c2d 3.16ghz (8500)
asus p5kpl-am epu


$628
intel c2d 3.16ghz (E8500)
asus p5qpl(am)

between c2d 3.16ghz(E8500) vs core2 quad 2.83ghz(q9550) which one better?

any recomendation for the motherboard?

For $600++ anything less than a quad does not make sense IMO

 

[blue00]

HI guys, i not an overclocker ...actually i dun know how...

how intel chip is exp n the mobo is quite outdated,

so if i m to get amd x4 945, would it be better to get a ddr3 or ddr2 mobo?

actually in case should i just add the $20 to get a x4 955 as well?


i m using XP n my main work to download data n open many windows

 

[BlackWing1977]

HI guys, i not an overclocker ...actually i dun know how...

how intel chip is exp n the mobo is quite outdated,

so if i m to get amd x4 945, would it be better to get a ddr3 or ddr2 mobo?

actually in case should i just add the $20 to get a x4 955 as well?


i m using XP n my main work to download data n open many windows

X4 955 is definitely a better buy than the fastest X4 965.... $75 is not worth the extra 200Mhz increase.... which is something that can be easily done with X4 955 if not guaranteed to be able to OC at least that much.... save the $75 for a nice cooler is better.

 

[soulblader_86]

bookmarked, can sticky also can...

 

[Theresthy]

Assembling a Midrange PC.

Hi all,

I'm trying to assemble a mid-range PC (CPU only). I don play many games. Mostly use my PC for work, and watching loads of videos. Downloaded or streamed ones also watch. My budget is about $700. Hoping that my PC can last for about 3 to 5 years.

Are there any recommendations of what are all the necessaries that I need? I tried looking through the forum but I could not find what i need, and also cannot understand many of the things i read newayz.

Thanks so much for ur help in advance.

 

[batuchka]

Simple template for you

A2X3 425 + ECS 785GM-M = $246 (Bell)
Link 437 mATX case w/o PSU = $36
2GB ddr3 Crucial = $69 (Video Pro)
Samsung SATA DVDRW = $31
Seagate 160 = $56
Andyson G480 = $59
$487

From here up to you to add more RAMs, bigger HDD, etc

 

[compositeb]

Need setup/template help

Hi,

I just need a entry level setup, any templates to recommend?

I use my PC for the following uses:
-Download torrents
-Watch movies in mkv, rmvb, mp4 & avi format
-Surf net, play games in facebook
-Play no graphic intensive games, except FIFA10 only
-Occasional MS Office usage

Really need you guys' recommendations, I'm new to DIY and on slightly tight budget.

Regards : )

 

[batuchka]

A2X3 435 + Biostar A780LE = $190 (Tradepac)
2GB KVR 800 = $63 (Video Pro)
Sapphire 1GB HD 4670 HDMI = $115
CM Real Power Pro 460 = $79
CN 341 = $59
Seagate 500 = $72
DVDRW SATA = $32
$602

 

[fluegas]

A2X3 435 + Biostar A780LE = $190 (Tradepac)
2GB KVR 800 = $63 (Video Pro)
Sapphire 1GB HD 4670 HDMI = $115
CM Real Power Pro 460 = $79
CN 341 = $59
Seagate 500 = $72
DVDRW SATA = $32
$602

Hi batuchka,

I have a similar request as compositeb as above.
Would like to know if intel chip is possible with the same budget kept at $600+ for everything? What would be the mobo compatible for use?

Another qn: If i do alot of multi-tasking, is 2gb ram enuff for the above setup or do i need to upgrade to 4gb? Thanks in advance.

 

[sharkapl]

u can always get the rig batuchka bro suggested first. when u save up abit more like 1 or 2 months later then buy the other 2 gb ram

 

[tootlim]

Hi I'm very new in DIY computers, can anyone teach me what setup should my computers be.

I use my computers mostly for gaming purpose and some torrent download...the most important is to ensure I smooth gaming experience because the game I play is usually have intensive graphic

ty

 

[batuchka]

What gamer profile do you fit i.e

1. Wow game can run on low res/setting - yipee!
2. Turn candy on/off and lower res as per how much i willing to fork out $$ for GPU
3. You mean got people play any less than 1920 x 1080 w/o AA/AF Wow this is news

LOL

 

[mxintel]

Hi guys. I wanna get a custom-made gaming cpu but i dont have the cash right now. Do you guys know of any shops that do accept monthly installments ?

 

[Elijahonli]

Hi guys, now im using
P4M90-M4
Intel pentium 4 CPU 2.8ghz
3 gig ram
VIA chrome9 HC2 IGP

i need a rig which enables me to open 16+ applications without lagging, i'll be using it mainly to play games and watch videos. how should i go about doing it. if tell me if u need any more info.

hi bro,
pls post ur qn in a new thread in HWC,
and ask for recommendations....

oh ya be sure to state ur max budget

thanks

 

[jeffrey159]

Hi,
I need a rig that able to do this following below

I use my PC for the following uses:
1)Download games
2)play mid-end games(at least L4D2??)
3)surf net
I'm new to DIY
budget: $450

 

[mxintel]

gigabyte GA-P55A-UD3P + Intel i5-750 -$548
seagate 250HD -$59
sapphire HD5770 1GB vapor-X -$279
Team elite DD3-1333 3GB -$99
coolermaster550w extreme -$76
casing -$55
windows 7 home -$150
~$1266


Hi all, the specs above is what i wanna get for my gaming rig. My budget for it about 1.3k or so. My priority goes to processor and graphic for i wan to have a really good gaming experience. Fellow gurus please offer some advice. Thanks !

 

[jeffrey159]

A2X3 435 + Biostar A780LE = $190 (Tradepac)
2GB KVR 800 = $63 (Video Pro)
Sapphire 1GB HD 4670 HDMI = $115
CM Real Power Pro 460 = $79
CN 341 = $59
Seagate 500 = $72
DVDRW SATA = $32
$602

i was thinking of using your rig.

can you state the name and the shop pls. what if i change Shapphire 1GB HD 4670 HDMI to HD4650? cos i want save more money.

what's CN 341??