help designing computer

[eurovw]

Well, it's been awhile since I assembled my computer, 2 years to be exact, running AMD 3800+ dual core. So, time to update, I mean to build a new one.
Budget around $1000
no monitor, keyboard, mouse or speakers required.
AMD or Intel system, 2Gb memory, average size disk, win vista ultimate, video card, sound could e onboard.
Primary use is for web design, video (not editing), photoshop, games, business, internet.
Help me out! Thanks in advance

 

[OdiN]

What are you planning on using that you already have? Do you have a case and PSU already? What wattage?

We need more details.

 

[eurovw]

the one that I have I'll give to my little brother, so no components will be used from the present one.
Seems like Intel is the way to go right now, judging by what I have read. But i am still open to idea of using AMD processor. So many things chaged in 2 years!

 

[DSF]

What kinds of games do you intend to play, and at what resolution?

 

[eurovw]

haven't decided yet on games, but the bigger resolution is better.

 

[bamacre]

ANTEC Sonata III Mini Case Retail w/ 500W
http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/...p?ProductCode=10005323

ABIT IP35-E LGA 775
http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16813127031

Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/....jsp?ProductCode=80864

Corsair TWIN2X2048-5400C4 2GB DDR2-675
http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/...p?ProductCode=85016-16

WESTERN DIGITAL WD3200AAKS 320GB
http://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/...p?ProductCode=10005615

PHILIPS SATA DVDRW
http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16827248008

512MB 8800 GT
Wait for availability

Vista Home Premium 64bit
http://www.mwave.com/mwave/vie...a=AA66790&RSKU=AA66790

 

[eurovw]

Want to get everything today from newegg, so here is my wishlist:
https://secure.newegg.com/NewV...ndleExist=N&ID=9088287

Still need case, Power supply, HD, Motherboard, DVD-recorder.
Please make recomendations on monitor, memory, and CPU. Need to lower budget a little.
I 'd like to go with 2x2GB memory, planning on Win Vista< next question 32 or 64 bit?
Planning to OC, so please help me select good CPU/MB/Memory combo.
Primary use -> photoshop, web design, dvd recording, multimedia, and of course games.
Thank you.

 

[eurovw]

also, howabout this monitor?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/...itors-_-E4D-_-24254024

 

[eurovw]

come on guys, a little help. Want to do shopping tomorrow.
Help with CPU/MB? Memory combo. Thanks

 

[eurovw]

Almost final. Please help me save additional $$$ on MB and memory. Memory will be 4GB. And I need help selecting thermalpaste and CPU cooler.
Thank you


Update Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
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Update EVGA 640-P2-N829-A1 GeForce 8800GTS SSC 640MB 320-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail
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Subtotal: $1,711.91

 

[bamacre]

Killing yourself by buying everything at NewEgg.

Also, the 512MB 8800 GT is faster than the 640MB 8800 GTS (GT is a newer card).

PSU is overkill, bigtime. The Corsair 520W is plenty, and solid. The 8800 GT also uses less power than the 640 GTS card.

Memory is extremely expensive. What kind of overclock do you expect from the Q6600? Remember, at stock speeds, it only needs 533mhz memory. You can get a 4GB kit of DDR2-800 for cheaper than what you are paying for this 2GB kit.

I also do not see an aftermarket cpu cooler. Are you even going to OC?

I do not see a hard drive listed. Need one? If so, check hot deals for a $59 320GB Seagate.

 

[eurovw]

decided for this memory (2 of 2x1GB):
http://www.newegg.com/product/...p?item=N82E16820146565

Harddrive:
http://www.newegg.com/product/...p?item=N82E16822148288

for CPU cooler Tuniq?

Cannot find 8800GT anywhere, so will have to buy 8800GTS.
Also, will Crosair 520 will be enough? Planning to OC.
Thanks

 

[DangerAardvark]

Holy crap, ZZF is out of stock of their $359 8800GT. How the hell did that happen?

 

[eurovw]

found whole bunch of them on ebay for about $370 shipped. darn, expensive.

 

[eurovw]

Originally posted by: bamacre

PSU is overkill, bigtime. The Corsair 520W is plenty, and solid. The 8800 GT also uses less power than the 640 GTS card.

the PS I chose is cheaper than Corsiar after MIR. Does it make sense, or Corsair is more reliable?

 

[bamacre]

Originally posted by: eurovw

Originally posted by: bamacre

PSU is overkill, bigtime. The Corsair 520W is plenty, and solid. The 8800 GT also uses less power than the 640 GTS card.

the PS I chose is cheaper than Corsiar after MIR. Does it make sense, or Corsair is more reliable?

That's because you are shopping at the Egg exclusively.
I guess if you don't mind the MIR. Your choice.

8800 GT in stock...
http://www.ewiz.com/detail.php?name=XFX-88GT51

You may want to get two of these...
http://forums.anandtech.com/me...=2116041&enterthread=y
(2x2GB for less than $100 shipped)

 

[eurovw]

seems like only CPU cooler left, which one would you reccomend?
Tuniq, XP120, Zalman&
Thank you

 

[eurovw]

THIS IS FINAL:


Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case $119.99

ABIT IP35 Pro LGA 775 Intel P35 ATX Intel Motherboard - $179.99

XFX 8800GT 512 MB video card $300

OCZ GameXStream OCZ700GXSSLI ATX12V 700W Power Supply - $129.99

Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 Kentsfield 2.4GHz LGA 775 Processor $279.99

Crucial Ballistix 2 GB (2x1GB) x2 (total 4GB) $119.98

Windows Vista 64-Bit Ultimate - OEM $179.99

Seagate Barracuda 7200.11 500GB 32mb cache $124.99

ASUS 20xDVD burner $39.99

Tuniq Tower 120 CPU cooler #44.99

Also deicded to upgrade monitor and speakers:

SAMSUNG 206BW Black 20" 2 ms (GTG) DVI Widescreen LCD Monitor -$269.99
Logitech z-4 40 watts 2.1 speakers $69.99