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Gaming PC build - *Is this an O.K. system*

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Justinator

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Hello all,

I am new to owning an actual "so called" gaming PC but not new to playing pc games.

I used to play BF2 online allot with a system that would barley support it but still had fun.

This time I want to get a PC together in preparation for BF3 and play it without any hiccups.

Now some of you hard core gamers will probably eat me up and spit me out but here is my current build I have on the way.

I'm open to suggestions and as much input as I can get really but I really don't want to start throwing an extra $100 here and $200 there. I'm on a bit of a budget and this so far fits into that.



Case: Cooler Master Elite 350 case with 350watt power source

Motherboard: http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/ASUS-M4A79XTD-EVO-Motherboard/825 Asus M4A79XTD EVO

Processor: AMD Phenom II X6 1055T AM3 2.8GHz http://www.guru3d.com/article/phenom-ii-x6-1055t-1090t-review/

Memory: Kingston DDR3 1333MHz 4GB

Operating System: OEM Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 64bit Eng

Graphics card: Sapphire HD 6850 1GB GDDR5 DL DVI-I+HDMI+SL DVI-D+DP PCIe Link

Hard drives: Intel Solid-State Drive 320 Series - Solid state drive - 80 GB
WD Caviar Green WD10EARS SATA2 1TB 64MB 3.5" HD

Mouse: Cyborg R.A.T. 7 gaming mouse

Keyboard: Cyborg V.7 gaming keyboard or possibly something from Logitech

Flight control: Saitek X52


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1. What YOUR PC will be used for. That means what types of tasks you'll be performing.
Gaming, and some general home use. Main focus is BF3.

2. What YOUR budget is. A price range is acceptable as long as it's not more than a 20% spread
$1200 Canadian with a little cut from this for my builder.

3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from.
Canada.

4. IF YOU have a brand preference. That means, are you an Intel-Fanboy, AMD-Fanboy, ATI-Fanboy, nVidia-Fanboy, Seagate-Fanboy, WD-Fanboy, etc.
Not experienced enough to be a Fanboy of anything.

5. If YOU intend on using any of YOUR current parts, and if so, what those parts are.
DVD/CD RW.

6. IF YOU have searched and/or read similar threads.
Not experienced enough to understand allot of the build threads.

7. IF YOU plan on overclocking or run the system at default speeds.
Default.
8. What resolution YOU plan on gaming with.
20 - 24 inch monitor in HD hopefully.

9. WHEN do you plan to build it?
Within a matter of days.
 
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So how much more money would a 2500k and a p67 mobo set you back.... I know you are on a budget but heh these things got to be said.
 
Well I really have no clue... I have my computer tech at my office building this for me and this was his proposal list for the build. With his labor included the tab is at $1150 so far.

I'm a noob so please excuse my ignorance with the combination tactics of the components and "bang for buck" factor.

Keep in mind I live in Canada and that $1150 is probably more like $900 or less in the US.

My mouse, keyboard, and flight control are not included in the budget.
 
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There's really no reason to get an Amd X6 right now. No brand on the PSU it probably comes with the case and its only 350w. It's also hard to help without a budget. I'm pretty sure you can get under $1150 with an 2500k + z68 though.
 
I'm kinda finalizing this order within the next hour so quick input is appreciated greatly. (EDIT: I didn't go ahead with this yet)

I'm considering upgrading my PSU and going to an i5.

Do I need to upgrade my PSU? Will everything still function together well by switching to an i5?
 
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350 watt isn't good enough for x6 or i5 with a 6850 graphics card.

DON'T finalize the order. Be patient and get more advice first.

Please read the sticky thread and answer the questions (where are you, what is your budget, your screen resolution, etc.)
 
OK I just sent an email to my builder to entertain me with a price difference after upgrading the PSU and the processor.

I really don't know if these changes are going to be feasible to me or not but other than these things should I be OK with 6850 graphics card and other components.

Keep in mind this budget incorporates a small piece of change for my builder.
 
DaveSimmons said:
Please read the sticky thread and answer the questions (where are you, what is your budget, your screen resolution, etc.)
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I'm new to the forum. I wasn't aware of this option at the time of originally posting.

Thanks for pointing it out.




1. What YOUR PC will be used for. That means what types of tasks you'll be performing.
Gaming, and some general home use. Main focus is BF3.

2. What YOUR budget is. A price range is acceptable as long as it's not more than a 20% spread
$1200 Canadian with a little cut from this for my builder.

3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from.
Canada.

4. IF YOU have a brand preference. That means, are you an Intel-Fanboy, AMD-Fanboy, ATI-Fanboy, nVidia-Fanboy, Seagate-Fanboy, WD-Fanboy, etc.
Not experienced enough to be a Fanboy of anything.

5. If YOU intend on using any of YOUR current parts, and if so, what those parts are.
DVD/CD RW.

6. IF YOU have searched and/or read similar threads.
Not experienced enough to understand allot of the build threads.

7. IF YOU plan on overclocking or run the system at default speeds.
Default.
8. What resolution YOU plan on gaming with.
20 - 24 inch monitor in HD hopefully.

9. WHEN do you plan to build it?
Within a matter of days.
 
zi0n. said:
Here's a build without you filling out the sticky 😛

CPU: i5 2500k - $220
PSU: XFX PRO 550w - $74
MB: Gigabyte Z68P-Ds3 - $100
GPU: Sapphire 6950 1 gb - $240
RAM: 8 gb G.SKill $44
SSD : Intel 320 - 80 GB - $160
HD : Samsung F3 1 TB - $75
OS: Win 7 - $110

Total: $1,093.90 before rebate

EDIT: no need DVDRW so $1,072.91 before rebate before shipping
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Thank you. I appreciate your opinion. Your prices are most likely Puerto Rico and I wonder what the difference would be from there to here in Canada?
 
zi0n. said:
Here's a build without you filling out the sticky 😛

CPU: i5 2500k - $220
PSU: XFX PRO 550w - $74
MB: Gigabyte Z68P-Ds3 - $100
GPU: Sapphire 6950 1 gb - $240
RAM: 8 gb g.skill $44
SSD : Intel 320 - 80 GB - $160
HD : Samsung F3 1 TB - $75
OS: Win 7 - $110

Total: $1,093.90 before rebate

EDIT: no need DVDRW so $1,072.91 before rebate before shipping
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:thumbsup:

OP, this is a lot better than the junk that your guy suggested to you. He's pulling the oldest mechanic trick in the book: Lure you in with a nice labor rate, but rip you off on the parts.

<--- son of a mechanic
<--- nephew of several mechanics
<--- grandson of a mechanic
 
mfenn said:
:thumbsup:

OP, this is a lot better than the junk that your guy suggested to you. He's pulling the oldest mechanic trick in the book: Lure you in with a nice labor rate, but rip you off on the parts.

<--- son of a mechanic
<--- nephew of several mechanics
<--- grandson of a mechanic
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WOW! really? my list is all just JUNK! and here I thought I could trust him...

Well it goes to show who you can trust. He's fired in the morning!

Thanks for showing me the light.
 
It's not "junk" per se, but it's not an optimal gaming build. AMD CPUs perform poorly for gaming, compared to the Intel Sandy Bridge 2500K CPU. And the hex-core Thuban holds virtually no advantage for gaming, as current games are only just starting to take advantage of four cores, nevermind six.

For virtualization purposes, yes, a Thuban (AMD hex-core) can have some advantages over a four-core CPU. But not gaming.

Some people argue, that with a high enough resolution, or a high enough GPU load (essentially the same thing), that the CPU matters less, and AMD CPUs perform within spitting distance of the Intels. I know "appoppin" holds that view.
 
If I may suggest one change to the nice setup posted by zi0n: 6950 2GB instead of 1GB. It will ensure your current and future gaming will not be VRAM limited, so that a GPU upgrade will be necessary when FPS becomes too low, not when you run out of VRAM.

http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product...82E16814102945

Same cooler, same chip but 2GB VRAM, and a maybe possibility of unlocking extra shaders with a 6970 BIOS if you want to do that sort of thing. This last bit depends really on the unit you get. $270 with $20 rebate, versus $240 with $15 rebate.
 
Justinator said:
WOW! really? my list is all just JUNK! and here I thought I could trust him...

Well it goes to show who you can trust. He's fired in the morning!

Thanks for showing me the light.
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Its not like he is a crook. He just suggested a system he thought was nice. Only thing this means is hes uneducated on the latest hardware. Def. not a trust issue and i suggest you build your own system.. its easy 😀
 
I would like to build my own but when it comes to installing everything and if I run into problems I have nobody to turn to. It wouldn't feel fair to not give my computer guy the job and then run to him with all my problems after...

The hardware part is actually just snapping stuff together and screwing in screws but the installation part is all new to me. Sure I can install a printer, mouse, or other common hardware changes but when it comes to operating systems and setting up a video card with the proper settings I'm at a loss.
 
I would like to build my own but when it comes to installing everything and if I run into problems I have nobody to turn to.
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Pfff.

Just post here if you run into problems.

operating systems and setting up a video card with the proper settings I'm at a loss.
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Absolutely nothing to worry about. OS installation is basically like this: insert DVD, wait, click next a couple of times, wait. Done. Installing drivers is also very easy: Go to manufacturer website, download driver for your product/OS, uninstall any previous version (which won't exist on a fresh OS), reboot, install driver, reboot, done.
 
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Well that was a boost of confidence but to purchase the system idicated above, plus purchase a decent case, plus an OS, plus upgrade the card to a 6950 2gb it really looks like i'm blowing my budget (Set by wife) on this project.

budget taxes in and shipping - $1,200.00
 
Build it yourself. It really is as easy as everyone makes it out to be. If you can work a screwdriver and plug in cords than you can build a PC. There are countless guides on the internet if you would like to read through one before going to a builder; and post any questions you have here.

Getting all the hardware set-up and put together will seriously take no more than 30 minutes, and the installation of Windows is just like installing any other piece of software.
 
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